1. Introduzione
Thank you for choosing the Polk Audio Reserve Series R500 Tower Speaker. This high-performance floorstanding loudspeaker is designed to deliver exceptional audio quality for both music and home theater systems. Featuring a 1-inch Pinnacle Ring Radiator Tweeter and dual 5.25-inch Turbine Cone Woofers, the R500 is Hi-Res Audio Certified and supports Dolby Atmos and IMAX Enhanced technologies for an immersive listening experience.
This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your R500 speaker to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
2. Cosa c'è nella scatola
Carefully unpack your Polk Audio Reserve Series R500 Tower Speaker and ensure all components are present:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker (1 unit)
- Outrigger feet (4, pre-installed)
- Spike feet (4, pre-installed)
- Piedini in gomma (4, preinstallati)
- Grille Hex-key (1)
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your authorized Polk Audio dealer or customer support.
3. Impostazione
3.1 Posizionamento
Il corretto posizionamento degli altoparlanti è fondamentale per ottenere prestazioni audio ottimali. Si consiglia di seguire le seguenti linee guida:
- Configurazione stereo: Place the R500 speakers equidistant from your primary listening position, forming an equilateral triangle.
- Configurazione Home Theater: The R500 can be used as front left/right, side surround, or rear surround speakers. Ensure they are positioned to create a balanced sound field.
- Distanza dalle mura: Experiment with placing speakers a few inches to a few feet from walls to optimize bass response and imaging.
- Piedini regolabili: The pre-installed outrigger feet provide stability. Use the included spike feet for carpeted floors or rubber feet for hard surfaces (wood, tile, laminate) to minimize vibrations and improve sound clarity. Adjust the feet to level the speaker.
3.2 Connessioni
The R500 features premium, large 5-way binding posts for secure and loss-less connection to your amplificatore o ricevitore.
- Assicurati che amplificatore/ricevitore sia spento prima di effettuare qualsiasi collegamento.
- Collegare il terminale positivo (+) (rosso) sul tuo amplifier to the positive (+) terminal (red) on the R500 speaker.
- Collegare il terminale negativo (-) (nero) sul tuo amplifier to the negative (-) terminal (black) on the R500 speaker.
- Use high-quality speaker wire for best performance.
3.3 Configurazione del sistema
The R500 is compatible with various home theater and stereo configurations. For a complete surround sound system, consider adding other Polk Reserve Series speakers (sold separately):
- Canale centrale: R300, R350, or R400 for clear dialogue.
- Bookshelf/Surround: R100 or R200 for immersive effects.
- Height Module: R900 for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X overhead sound.
3.4 Dimostrazioni video
Watch these official videos for more insights into the Polk Reserve Series R500's features and technologies:
1 video: Polk Turbine Cone Woofer. This video provides a detailed look at the Turbine Cone Woofer technology, explaining its role in delivering clear and detailed midrange audio.
2 video: Polk Reserve Tower Speaker Overview. Un oltreview of the Polk Reserve Tower Speakers, highlighting their design and audio capabilities.
3 video: Polk Power Port Technology. This video explains Polk's patented X-Port Technology with Eigentone Filter (ETF), which ensures tight, distortion-free bass.
4 video: Polk Pinnacle Ring Tweeter. A closer look at the Pinnacle Ring Tweeter, detailing how it delivers dynamic high-frequency response and clarity.
4. Operativo
Once properly set up, operating your Polk Audio R500 speakers is straightforward. The speakers are passive and require an external amplifier o ricevitore per il potere.
- Accensione/spegnimento: Control power through your connected amplificatore/ricevitore.
- Controllo del volume: Adjust volume using your amplifier/receiver's controls.
- Selezione della fonte: Select your audio source (e.g., music player, TV, gaming console) via your amplificatore/ricevitore.
- Formati audio: The R500 supports Hi-Res Audio formats like DSD, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, and MQA, allowing you to experience superior audio performance.
5. Manutenzione
To keep your R500 speakers in optimal condition, follow these maintenance tips:
- Pulizia dell'armadio: Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe down the speaker cabinet. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- Pulizia delle griglie: The acoustically inert anti-diffraction magnetic grilles can be gently removed for cleaning. Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to remove dust.
- Assistenza al conducente: Evitare di toccare direttamente i driver degli altoparlanti (tweeter e woofer), poiché ciò potrebbe danneggiarli.
- Posizionamento: Tenere gli altoparlanti lontano dalla luce solare diretta, da fonti di calore e da umidità eccessiva.
6. Risoluzione Dei Problemi
If you encounter issues with your R500 speakers, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:
| Problema | Possibile causa | Soluzione |
|---|---|---|
| Nessun suono | Loose speaker wire connections, incorrect source selection, amplifier/receiver off. | Controllare tutti i collegamenti dei cavi degli altoparlanti sia sull'altoparlante che amplifier. Ensure the correct input source is selected on your amplifier/receiver. Verify amplifier/receiver is powered on. |
| Suono distorto | Overdrive amplifier, damaged speaker wire, incorrect impedance setting. | Reduce volume. Inspect speaker wires for fraying or damage. Ensure your amplifier is compatible with 8 Ohm speakers. |
| Suono sbilanciato (un altoparlante più forte/più silenzioso) | Impostazioni di bilanciamento errate su amplifier, loose connection on one speaker. | Controlla le impostazioni del saldo sul tuo amplifier/receiver. Verify connections for both speakers are secure. |
If the issue persists after trying these steps, contact Polk Audio customer support or your dealer.
7. Specifiche
Detailed technical specifications for the Polk Audio Reserve Series R500 Tower Speaker:
- Nome modello: R500
- Tipo di montaggio: Da terra
- Materiale: Legna
- Tipo di altoparlante: Suono Surround
- Caratteristica speciale: Audio ad alta risoluzione
- Utilizzi consigliati: For Gaming Consoles, For Music Players, For Surround Sound Systems, For Televisions
- Dispositivi compatibili: Teatro domestico
- Conteggio unità: 1.0 Conteggio
- Configurazione del canale audio surround: 5.0
- Colore: Nero
- Dimensioni del prodotto (P x L x A): 13.7" x 10.1" x 41.1"
- Peso dell'articolo: 39 libbre
- Impedenza: 8 Ohm
- Potenza massima in uscita dell'altoparlante: 200 Watt
- Risposta in frequenza: 50KHz
- Tecnologia di connettività: Nickel-plated 5-Way Binding Post
- Modalità di uscita audio: Circondare
- Diametro del woofer: 5.25 Inches (Turbine Cone)
- Diametro del tweeter: 1 Inches (Pinnacle Ring Radiator)
- Codice UPC: 747192132064
- Numero modello articolo: Numero di parte 300033-01-00-005
8. Garanzia e supporto
The Polk Audio Reserve Series R500 Tower Speaker comes with a Limited Warranty. For specific warranty terms, registration, and customer support, please visit the official Polk Audio webo contattare il rivenditore autorizzato locale. Conservare la prova d'acquisto per eventuali reclami in garanzia.
