Harman PRIMUS 140 Manuel D’Utilisation

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NFINITY

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The Primus series of loudspeakers continues Infinity’s longstanding 
commitment to accurate sound reproduction. Our proprietary Metal 
Matrix Diaphragm (MMD

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) drivers, precision dividing networks, and 

rigid, well-braced enclosures combine to deliver uncompromised 
performance in any stereo or multichannel home theater system.
In addition, Primus series speakers are magnetically shielded for safe
placement adjacent to a television.

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PEAKERS

If you suspect damage from transit, report it immediately to your dealer.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use.

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LACEMENT

Stereo

Before deciding where to place your Primus speakers, survey your room
and think about placement, keeping the following points in mind, using
Figure 1 as a guide:

• For best results, place the speakers 6'– 8' apart.

• Position each speaker so that the tweeter is approximately at ear level.

• Generally, bass output will increase as the speaker is moved closer to a

wall or corner.

• Refer to “Home Theater” below if you also plan to use the speakers for

home theater reproduction.

Figure 1. Experiment with speaker placement to obtain the best 

bass level and stereo imaging in your room.

Home Theater

For front-channel use, place one speaker on the left and another on the
right, along either side of the television monitor. Since the speakers are
magnetically shielded, you can place them without worrying about the
field distorting the TV picture.

For rear-channel use, place Primus bookshelf speakers on bookshelves or
stands alongside the listening position. Final placement depends on room
acoustics, availability of space, and your listening preference (Figures 2
and 3).

The center channel speaker should be placed on top of or directly below
the television and aimed toward the listening area.

NOTE: An Infinity powered subwoofer will add impact and realism to both
music and film soundtracks. Contact your Infinity dealer for recommenda-
tions on subwoofer models for your application.

Figure 2. This overhead view shows a typical home theater plan.

Figure 3. This figure shows an alternate layout, which may be 

more suitable for some rooms.

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