Definitive Technology BP 8B User Manual

Connecting Your Loudspeakers
It is critical for properperformance that both speakers (left and right) be connect-
ed in properphase. Note that one terminal on each speaker (the
+) is colored red and
the other(the
-) is colored black. Please make certain that you connect the red (+)
terminal on each speakerto the red (+) terminal of its channel on your amplifier or
receiver, and the black (-) terminal to the black (-) terminal. It is essential that both
speakersbe connected in the same way to the amplifier (in phase).
If you experience
a greallack of bass, it
is likely that one speaker is out of phase with the other.
Usually
if distortion is heard when the speakers are being driven at loud
levels,
it is caused by driving (turning up) the amplifier too loud and not
driving the speakers with more power than they can handle. Remember,
most amplifiers
put out their full rated power well before the volume con-
trol is
turned all the way up! If your speakers distort when you play them
loud, turn down the amplifier or get a bigger one.
"Spiking" Your Loudspeakers
An optional "spiking"kit has been provided should you desire to "spike" your
loudspeakers."Spiking" your loudspeakers will provide greater stability when plac-
ing your loudspe*.ers on carpeting and
will also, according to many experts, result
in an overall improvement in sonic performance. Care should
be taken when using
spikes as they may cause damage to wooden
or other Doors which are susceptible to
being scratched. Definitive Technology
is specifically not responsibl~ fordamage
which may result from the use ofspikes.
The spike kit contains 4 spikes.
To install,unscrew the plastic guides on the bot-
toms ofthe speakers. Then screw the 4 spikes into the T nuts. Then (preferably with
the help of anotherperson) lift the speakerupright and lower it down to its exact
desired position on the
Door. You must lower the speaker to the exact position you
want because once the spikes are in place
you cannot move the speakers sideways
on the rug orfloor - this may damage theDoor
or thespeakers. Next, adjust the
spikes
so the speaker sits solidly (and does not rock).
Please note
that you can adjust the feet or spikes to tilt the speakers back (front
to
back approximately1/2" to 1" higher than rear) for even better sound.
Speaker Break-In
Your BP 8Bs should sound good rightout of the box; however, an extended
break-in period of20-40 hours
or more offairly loud playing is required to reach
full performance capability. Break-in allows the suspensions to work in and results
in fuller bass, a more open "blossoming" midrange and smoother high frequency
reproduction.

Definitive Technology BP 8B Specifications

General

Brand	Definitive Technology
Model	BP 8B
Category	Speakers
Language	English