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A Message from Genesis
Congratulations! You are now the owner of one of the finest
loudspeaker systems in the world. Based on technologies developed
and evolved over the past four decades, the Genesis 5.3 is a small
4-ft tall floor-standing loudspeaker, and yet it delivers some of the
dynamics, imaging and soundstage of our largest 7-foot tall 1½ ton
reference Genesis 1 product.
The G5 loudspeaker system was created for the music lover living in
smaller environments. It is designed to reproduce music (and film) at
live listening levels with virtually no restrictions on dynamic range,
frequency response, or imaging capabilities. This is what we mean
by absolute fidelity™, the ability to reproduce the musical event
faithfully, as was intended by the performer, or the film-maker.
Standing 46 inches tall, and only 11 inches (13 ¼” including base)
wide, the Genesis 5 is a diminutive giant. By means of an active
servo-feedback bass system, response down to 18Hz is achieved,
and the full range and impact of a symphony orchestra or a rock
band can be reproduced.
With adjustable tweeter, midrange, and bass controls, the G5 can be
tuned into any room. The adjustable acoustic platform suspension
system also allows the G5 to be ideally sited on all types of flooring –
from the typical joist-suspended carpet-covered floorboards in the
USA, to uneven terracotta tiles in an Italian villa, and flagstones in an
English castle.
Please read this Owners Manual and Set-up Guide to get the
maximum enjoyment out of your purchase. Also, if you have access
to the Internet, please check back at our website often. The address
tips and tricks, and support for our owners on our website.
Please write the serial number and purchase details of your
Genesis 5.3 here for future reference.
Bought at: _________________________ Date: __________
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Set-up Guide
Now that you have your new Genesis 5 loudspeaker system, we
realize that you can’t wait to hook it up and start playing! However,
please read this set up guide (even if your dealer is setting it up for
you!) before you proceed.
Unpacking
Your loudspeakers will come to you in two large shipping cartons
and a smaller box containing the acoustic suspension. The G5’s
weigh over 145lbs (66kgs) each, so we suggest a minimum of two
strong people to move the speakers around. We will not be held
liable for damage (to either the speakers or your backs!) during
unpacking and setting up if you ignore this basic advice.
The bottom of the speaker’s acoustic suspension will be spiked into
the foam. You may want to retract the spikes at each corner of the
suspension frame before attempting to remove the foam. It will also
be very much easier to move the speaker around with the spikes
retracted.
Please collapse and store your packaging material in case you need
to ship the speakers later. You WILL need all your packaging
material to transport your speakers safely.
Room Placement
A good starting position for your G5 is about 20% the way into the
room as measured from the front wall (the wall you look at as you
are seated listening to the speakers), six feet (~2m) apart, and firing
straight ahead with no toe-in. You will want to sit ten to twelve feet
(3m – 4m) away from the speakers, and have at least 24 inches
(60cm) from the back of the speaker to the wall.
If in a smaller room, you may have to sit closer to the back wall, or sit
closer to the speakers, but try to keep at least 24 inches of space
behind the speakers. This allows the speaker to “breath” as there is
a rear-firing woofer, a mid-bass coupler and a tweeter.
Start with the speakers six feet apart, and not toed-in. You will want
to sit at least 10 feet (3 metres) away from the speakers for proper
integration of the drivers. (See diagram on the next page). We will
experiment with moving the speakers around, and toeing them in
later.
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Typical room placement: Place speakers about 20% of the
way into the room and 10 to 12 feet from the listeners
6’ to 8’
10’ to 12’
20%
80%
Power Connections
There are two connections you will need to make to the G5. First,
the power cord for the built-in amplifier will need to be plugged into a
power socket. A 10-foot power cord is included with your speakers
for this purpose. We do not recommend using an extension cord for
the G5 due to the high power demands of the 500W amplifier.
However, if you MUST use an extension cord, use an extremely
heavy duty one. The amplifier can draw up to 10 amps
instantaneously at 115v, hence make sure that the extension cord is
adequately rated.
Before you plug the power cord in, please make sure that the
voltage selector is set to the proper voltage. Japan and North
America will require the 115v setting. Most European countries and
other Asian countries will require 230v. The fuse is a 5amp 250v
slow blow irregardless of voltage used.
There is an on/off switch for the power amplifier. This switch should
always be left on. We recommend that you plug the G5 into an
unswitched outlet, or a switched outlet that can always be left ON.
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