Revel Gem 2 User Manual

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Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual10FILTER NETWORKThe Gem2 Loudspeakers utilize high-order networks which optimize both the on-axis and off-axis response. Thes

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual11Figure 4: Gem2 Front and Rear PanelGem2 Front 124 444553

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual12INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONSLoudspeaker fidelity depends on the following three factors:1. Loudspeaker accuracy2. Loudspeake

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual13• The Gem2 is magnetically shielded to minimize any effect on CRT video monitors. However, small, stray magnetic fields may

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual14ACOUSTIC TREATMENT MATERIALSAs previously mentioned, the Gem2 Loudspeakers utilize high-order networks which optimize both

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual15MAKING CONNECTIONSThe Gem2 features gold-plated binding posts and jumper straps that allow it to be configured for single-w

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual16• Vertical bi-amplified connections must be made with identical power amplifiers. Horizontal bi-amplified connections can b

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual17SINGLE WIRE CONNECTIONSSingle-wired connections are the most common. These are made between one pair of the Gem2 input term

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual18BI-WIRED CONNECTIONSBi-wired connections are made between both pairs of the Gem2 input terminals and one power amplifier ou

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual19VERTICAL BI-AMPLIFIED CONNECTIONSVertical bi-amplified connections are made between both pairs of Gem2 input terminals and

Introduction REVEL Ultima Gem2DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONSThis document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the REVEL Ul

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual20HORIZONTAL BI-AMPLIFIED CONNECTIONSHorizontal bi-amplified connections are made between both pairs of Gem2 terminals and tw

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual21OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCETo optimize the Gem2 for best performance:1. When the Gem2 is connected, begin with the Tweeter Level

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual22LOUDSPEAKER VOLUME LEVELHigh-order filters include steep cut-offs to reduce potential damage from “out-of-band” frequencies

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual23SPECIFICATIONS GEM2 SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications Value DefinitionSensitivity 86.4 dB SPL with 2.83 V @ 1m (4 π anechoic)In

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual24.Listening Window Response ±1.0 dB from 72 Hz to 20 kHz Indicates the on-axis response of the loudspeaker. An improved on-a

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual25Gem2 DimensionsShipping Weight: 38 Pounds (17.2 kg)If using the optional Pedestal, the height is 46 inches (117 cm).6.09 in

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual26OBTAINING SERVICETo obtain warranty or non-warranty service, contact an authorized Revel dealer.Before returning a loudspea

Appendix

Ultima Gem2Owner’s ManualA-2WALL-MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONSThe Ultima Gem®2 loudspeaker can be mounted to a wall or the optional pedestal. The following in

Ultima Gem2Owner’s ManualA-3ULTIMA GEM® 2 PEDESTALThank you for purchasing the Ultima Gem®2 Pedestal for your Revel® Ultima Gem®2 Loudspeaker. Follow

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual3Table of ContentsABOUT REVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5About Revel Ultima2 Loudspeakers . . . . . . .

Ultima Gem2Owner’s ManualA-4INSTALLATIONFollow the instructions to install the Ultima Gem® 2 Loudspeaker to the pedestal.Step 1: Lay the Ultima Gem®2

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Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual5Congratulations and Thank You for purchasing your new Revel Ultima Gem® 2 Loudspeakers. Please take the time to read the fo

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual6ABOUT THE GEM2Incorporating all the latest advancements of the new Ultima2 series, the Gem2 provides unprecedented performan

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual7UNPACKINGThe Gem2 requires special care and handling during unpacking. Pay particular attention to the precautions that appe

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual8LOUDSPEAKER OVERVIEWCABINETThe Revel Gem2 Loudspeakers exemplify subtle elegance, which easily blend in with a wide variety

Ultima Gem2Owner’s Manual9Figure 2: Gem2 Loudspeaker (Pedestal Option) Figure 3: Gem2 Loudspeaker (Wallmount)Driver Compliment1. (1) 1-inch (25mm) Ber