B&W CDM 7SE Guia De Inicio Rapido página 3

GB
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing B&W CDM
speakers.
Since its foundation in 1966, the continuing
philosophy of B&W has been the quest for
perfect sound reproduction. Inspired by the
company's founder, the late John Bowers, this
quest has entailed not only high investment in
audio technology and innovation but also an
abiding appreciation of music to ensure that the
technology is put to maximum effect.
It is also our policy to make sure the advanced
features pioneered on one product are
incorporated into others we manufacture.
CDM systems have cabinets with contoured
™
edges to reduce sound diffraction (the re-
radiation of sound waves from sharp edges that
interfere with and blur the direct sound from the
drive units),incorporating woven Kevlar
bass/midrange drive units for lowest coloration
and maximum definition. They also have alloy
dome tweeters with magnetic fluid cooling to
ensure good definition to the limits of audibility
and maintain dynamics to high sound levels.
Additionally, the tweeter is free space mounted
to improve the spaciousness of the stereo image.
All these features were originally developed for
the acclaimed B&W800 Series systems and go
towards the realisation of fine transducers.
However, no matter how good the speakers
themselves, they must work well into the listening
room and time spent on the installation process
will reap the reward of many hours listening
pleasure. Please read through this manual fully.
It will help you optimise the performance of your
audio system.
B&W distribute to over 50 countries world-wide
and maintain a network of dedicated distributors
who will be able to help should you have any
problems your dealer cannot resolve.
Unpacking
(figure 1)
Fold the top carton flaps right back and invert
•
the carton and contents.
Lift the carton clear of the contents.
•
Remove the inner packing from the product.
•
4 spike feet and 4 lock nuts are taped in
•
recesses in one polystyrene end tray.
Please retain the packaging for future use.
•
CDM 7SE speakers are supplied in veneer
™
matched pairs. Check that your speakers have
consecutive serial numbers.
Connections
™ 7SE All connections should be made with the
equipment turned off.
There are two pairs of gold plated terminals at
the back of each speaker, one pair to the bass-
mid units and one pair to the tweeter which
permit bi-wiring or bi-amplification if desired.
On delivery, both pairs are connected together
by high-quality gold plated copper links for use
with a single twin cable.
The terminals accept bare wires.
For single cable connection, connect either of
the positive terminals on the speaker (marked +
and coloured red) to the positive terminal on the
power amplifier and negative (–,black) to
negative (figure 2). Failure to observe correct
polarity will result in poor sound balance and
image focusing.
When bi-wiring the speakers, loosen the terminal
® cone
caps and remove the links. Use a separate twin
cable from the amplifier terminals to each pair of
speaker terminals (figure 3). Correct polarity
connection is even more critical in this case to
maintain the frequency response of each speaker
as well as the correct balance between left and
right speakers. The use of separate cables can
improve the reproduction of low-level detail by
reducing interaction in the crossover and
allowing optimum choice of cable for each
frequency range.
Always make sure all the terminal caps are
screwed down tight, as otherwise they may
rattle.
When choosing cable, keep the total electrical
impedance (out and back) below the maximum
recommended in the specification. In particular,
the cable to the tweeter should have low
inductance, otherwise the very high frequencies
will be attenuated. Ask your dealer for advice,
as the optimum cable will depend on the length
required.
Positioning
Some experimentation with the position of the
speakers is well worthwhile to optimise the
interaction between them and the listening room.
However, as an initial guide:
Do not fit the spike feet until you have found
•
the best position for the speakers.
Place the speakers and the centre of the
•
listening area approximately at the corners
of an equilateral triangle.
Keep the speakers at least 1.5m (5ft) apart to
•
maintain left-right stereo separation.
Keep the speaker baffles at least 0.5m (20in)
•
clear of walls. Having the speakers too close
to walls increases the level of bass relative to
the midrange and may give a boomy quality
to the sound.
WARNING: The CDM
magnetic field that extends outside the cabinet
boundary. As such the CDM
placed within 0.5m (20in) of equipment that
may be affected by such a field, e.g. Cathode
Ray Tubes in TVs and Personal Computers.
(figures 2 & 3)
(figure 4)
™ 7SE produces a static
™ 7SE should not be
Fine tuning
Before fine tuning the installation, double check
the polarity and security of the connections.
If the level of bass is uneven with frequency, this
is usually due to strong excitation of resonance
modes in the room.
Even small changes in the position of the
speakers within the listening room can have a
profound effect on the perceived sound quality
by altering the excitation of these modes.
Try mounting the speakers along a different wall.
Even moving large pieces of furniture about can
have an effect.
If the general level of bass is too high, try
moving the speakers further away from the walls.
Conversely, if you need more bass, move the
speakers closer to the walls. Space behind the
speakers also improves the impression of
perspective on well recorded material.
If the central image is poor, try moving the
speakers closer together or toeing them in so
they point at or just in front of the listening area
(figure 5).
If the sound is too harsh, increase the amount
of soft furnishing in the room. For example, use
heavier curtains. Conversely reduce the amount
of soft furnishing if the sound is dull and lifeless.
Test for flutter echoes by clapping your hands
and listening for rapid repetitions. These can
smear the sound, but may be reduced by
irregular shaped surfaces such as bookshelves
and large pieces of furniture.
Ensure the speakers stand firmly on the floor.
Whenever possible fit the spike feet supplied
after you have optimised the positioning. These
are designed to pierce through carpeting to the
floor surface. Initially, screw the lock nuts fully
onto the spikes and screw the spikes fully into
the threaded inserts in the base of the cabinet.
If the cabinet rocks, unscrew the two spikes that
do not touch the floor equally until the cabinet
sits firmly on the floor, and lock them in place
by tightening the lock nuts against the cabinet.
If there is no carpet and you wish to avoid
scratching the floor surface, use a protective
disc between the spike and the floor.
Aftercare
The veneers normally only require dusting. If you
wish to use an aerosol cleaner, remove the grille
first by gently pulling it away from the cabinet.
Spray onto the cleaning cloth, not directly onto
the cabinet. The grille fabric may be cleaned
with a normal clothes brush after removing the
grille from the cabinet.
Avoid touching the drive units, especially the
tweeter, as damage may result.
1