Manual del usuario del altavoz KEF Q8 Meta Dolby Atmos/Surround

Introducción

The KEF Q8 Meta Dolby Atmos/Surround Speaker is designed to deliver immersive, high-fidelity audio for your home theater system. Featuring KEF's revolutionary Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) and the 12th Generation Uni-Q driver array, the Q8 Meta provides a pure and natural sound experience. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Q8 Meta speakers.

Información de seguridad

Please read and follow all safety instructions before operating your KEF Q8 Meta speakers. Keep this manual for future reference.

• Do not expose the speakers to excessive moisture or extreme temperatures.
• Asegúrese de que haya una ventilación adecuada alrededor de los altavoces para evitar el sobrecalentamiento.
• Use only approved speaker wire and connectors.
• Evite colocar objetos pesados ​​encima de los altavoces.
• Disconnect power from your audio system before making any connections.

Configuración

The KEF Q8 Meta speakers offer versatile placement options, functioning as either wall-mounted surround/rear speakers or as Dolby Atmos-enabled height speakers placed atop other speakers.

Colocación de los altavoces

For optimal performance, consider the following placement guidelines:

• Montaje en pared: The Q8 Meta can be mounted on a wall as a surround or rear channel speaker. Ensure the mounting surface is sturdy enough to support the speaker's weight.
• Dolby Atmos Enabled: For Dolby Atmos sound, place the Q8 Meta speakers on top of your front or rear main speakers, angled towards the listening position. This allows sound to reflect off the ceiling, creating an immersive overhead effect.

Image: A pair of KEF Q8 Meta speakers in a walnut finish, showcasing their angled design for optimal sound dispersion.

Image: A modern living room featuring a complete KEF Q Series home theater setup, including floor-standing speakers, a center channel, a subwoofer, and Q8 Meta speakers placed on top of the front speakers for Dolby Atmos.

Conexión de los altavoces

The Q8 Meta speakers connect to your amplifier using speaker wire. Ensure your ampEl ificador se apaga antes de realizar las conexiones.

• Identifique los terminales positivo (+) y negativo (-) en ambos amplifier and the Q8 Meta speakers.
• Conecte el terminal positivo del amplifier to the positive terminal of the speaker, and the negative to the negative.
• Asegúrese de que todas las conexiones sean seguras para evitar cortocircuitos.

Imagen: Un primer plano view of the speaker terminals on the back of a KEF speaker, showing clearly marked positive (red) and negative (black) connections.

Operante

Once properly set up and connected, your KEF Q8 Meta speakers are ready to deliver exceptional audio. The Q8 Meta integrates seamlessly into your existing home theater system.

Tecnologías clave

• Tecnología de Absorción de Metamateriales (MAT): This innovative technology absorbs 99% of unwanted sound from the rear of the driver, eliminating distortion and providing purer, more natural sound.
• 12th Generation Uni-Q Driver: KEF's signature Uni-Q driver acts as a single point source, dispersing sound more evenly throughout the room for an immersive and cohesive soundstagy con mayor claridad.
• Crossover refinado: A precisely engineered crossover ensures seamless integration of all speaker components, optimizing performance and signal path.

Image: A detailed diagram illustrating the intricate maze-like structure of KEF's Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT), designed to absorb rearward sound waves.

Mantenimiento

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your KEF Q8 Meta speakers, follow these simple maintenance guidelines:

• Limpieza: Gently wipe the speaker cabinets with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Avoid using abrasive cleaners, solvents, or polishes, as these can damage the finish.
• Eliminación de polvo: Use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to carefully remove dust from the speaker grilles and drivers.
• Evite la luz solar directa: Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can cause the cabinet finish to fade or warp.

Solución de problemas

Si tiene algún problema con sus altavoces KEF Q8 Meta, consulte los siguientes pasos de solución de problemas comunes:

• Sin sonido:
  • Verifique todas las conexiones de los cables de los altavoces, tanto en el altavoz como en el amplifier ends to ensure they are secure and correctly polarized (+ to + and - to -).
  • Verifique que su ampEl amplificador está encendido y la fuente de entrada correcta está seleccionada.
  • Asegúrese de que el volumen de su ampEl lifier no está configurado al mínimo o silenciado.
• Sonido distorsionado:
  • Check speaker wire connections for any loose strands that might be touching.
  • Reduce el nivel de volumen de tu amplifier to see if the distortion subsides.
  • Ensure the speakers are not overdriven by an amplifier that is too powerful or set to an excessively high gain.
• Uneven Sound/Poor Imaging:
  • Verify that both speakers are connected with correct polarity.
  • Check speaker placement to ensure they are equidistant from the listening position and properly angled.

If the issue persists after trying these steps, please contact KEF customer support for further assistance.

Presupuesto

Detailed technical specifications for the KEF Q8 Meta Dolby Atmos/Surround Speaker:

Garantía y soporte

Your KEF Q8 Meta speaker comes with a Limited Warranty. Please refer to the included Warranty Card for specific terms and conditions.

For product support, technical assistance, or warranty claims, please visit the official KEF website or contact KEF customer service. You can also find more information and products at the KEF Store on Amazon.