Inleiding
The Definitive Technology Demand D17 High-Performance Tower Speakers are engineered to deliver full-range, room-filling sound with precise imaging. Featuring advanced acoustic technologies, these speakers are designed for an immersive audio experience in both Hi-Fi and home theater setups. This manual provides essential information for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your D17 speakers.
Veiligheidsinstruksies
- Plasing: Ensure speakers are placed on a stable, level surface to prevent tipping. Keep them away from heat sources, direct sunlight, and moisture.
- Ventilasie: Do not block any ventilation openings. Proper airflow is essential for preventing overheating.
- Krag: These are passive speakers and require an external ampverligter of ontvanger. Verseker jou amplifier's output power matches the speaker's impedance and power handling capabilities.
- kabels: Use high-quality speaker cables and ensure all connections are secure to prevent short circuits or damage to your equipment.
- Skoonmaak: Disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid liquid cleaners or aerosols.
- Diens: Moenie probeer om hierdie luidsprekers self te diens nie. Verwys alle diens na gekwalifiseerde dienspersoneel.
Pakketinhoud
Verifieer dat jou pakket die volgende items bevat:
- Definitive Technology Demand D17 Tower Speaker (Left)
- Magnetiese rooster
- Stabilizer Feet/Spikes (for carpeted surfaces) or Glides (for hard floors)
- Gebruikershandleiding (hierdie dokument)
Opstelling
1. Uitpak
Verwyder die luidspreker versigtig uit sy verpakking. Bewaar alle verpakkingsmateriaal vir toekomstige vervoer of berging.
2. Attaching Stabilizer Feet
The D17 speakers are designed to be floor-standing. Attach the included stabilizer feet to the base of the speaker. Use spikes for carpeted floors to penetrate the carpet and couple the speaker to the subfloor, or use glides for hard surfaces to protect the floor and provide stability.
3. Luidsprekerplasing
Optimal speaker placement is crucial for sound quality. Position the speakers equidistant from your primary listening position. Experiment with toe-in (angling the speakers slightly towards the listener) to achieve the best stereo imaging. Keep speakers away from corners and walls to avoid excessive bass resonance.

Image: Definitive Technology Demand D17 speakers in a living room, illustrating typical placement.
4. Connecting to Your Amplewendiger/Ontvanger
The D17 speakers feature high-quality binding posts for secure connections. Use appropriate gauge speaker wire for the distance between your amplifier and speakers. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the speaker to the positive (+) terminal of the ampluidspreker, en die negatiewe (-) terminaal van die luidspreker na die negatiewe (-) terminaal van die amplifier. Ensure all connections are tight and free from stray wire strands that could cause a short circuit.

Image: Rear panel of the D17 speaker with binding posts for amplewendiger verbinding.
Bedryfsinstruksies
1. Initial Playback
Once connected, select your audio source on your amplifier/receiver and begin playback at a low volume. Gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level. Verify that sound is coming from both speakers and that the stereo image is balanced.
2. Inlooptydperk
Like many high-performance speakers, the Demand D17 benefits from a break-in period. During the first 50-100 hours of use, the drivers will loosen up and reach their optimal performance. You may notice an improvement in bass response and overall clarity as the speakers break in. Play a variety of music at moderate volumes during this period.
3. Amplewendiger versoenbaarheid
Verseker jou amplifier is capable of driving an 8-ohm load and provides sufficient power for your listening preferences. While the D17 speakers are efficient, a quality amplifier will allow them to perform at their best.
Onderhoud
Maak die kabinet skoon
Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the speaker cabinet. For stubborn marks, slightly dampen the cloth with water. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents, as these can damage the finish.
Maak die rooster skoon
The magnetic grille can be carefully removed. Use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment on a low setting to remove dust from the grille fabric.
Driver Care
Avoid touching the speaker drivers (tweeter, midrange, woofers) directly, as this can cause damage. If dust accumulates, use a soft brush or compressed air from a distance.
Probleemoplossing
- Geen klank:
- Kontroleer alle luidsprekerdraadverbindings by beide die luidspreker en amplifier. Ensure positive (+) and negative (-) terminals are correctly matched.
- Verifieer die ampDie verligter is aangeskakel en die korrekte invoerbron is gekies.
- Gaan die amplifier's volume level and mute settings.
- Verwronge klank:
- Reduce the volume level. Distortion often occurs when the amplifier is overdriven.
- Inspect speaker wires for frayed strands or loose connections.
- Ensure the speaker impedance is compatible with your amplewendiger.
- Kontroleer die klankbron vir vervorming.
- Unbalanced Sound (one speaker louder/softer):
- Check speaker wire connections for the affected speaker.
- Verify the balance settings on your ampverligter/ontvanger.
- Ensure both speakers are placed symmetrically in the room.
Spesifikasies

Image: Dimensions of the D17 Tower Speaker.
| Kenmerk | Spesifikasie |
|---|---|
| Modelnommer | 300025-01-00-005 |
| Tipe luidspreker | Tower, 3-way full-range |
| Afmetings (H x B x D) | 109.86 cm x 25.83 cm x 37.39 cm (43.25 duim x 10.17 duim x 14.72 duim) |
| Gewig | 3.95 kg (8.7 lbs) |
| Tweeter-deursnee | 1 Inch (Annealed Aluminum Dome) |
| Woofer deursnee | 10 Inches (Carbon Fiber) |
| Midrange bestuurder | 6.5 Inches (BDSS - Balanced Double Surround System) |
| Impedansie | 8 ohm |
| Luidspreker Maksimum uitsetkrag | 3 Watts (Note: This typically refers to a minimum amplifier power for safe operation, not the speaker's maximum handling capacity. Consult your amplifier's manual for compatible loads.) |
| Verbindingstegnologie | Coaxial (via binding posts) |
| Omhulselmateriaal | Aluminium |
| Spesifieke gebruike | Home theater, Hi-Fi audio listening |
Waarborg inligting
Definitive Technology provides a 5 jaar vervaardiger se waarborg for the Demand D17 Tower Speakers. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims. For full terms and conditions, refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Definitive Technology webwebwerf.
Ondersteuning
For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or warranty inquiries, please contact Definitive Technology customer support. You can typically find contact information on the official Definitive Technology webwebwerf of deur u gemagtigde handelaar.
Aanlyn hulpbronne: Besoek die Definitive Technology Store on Amazon vir bykomende produkinligting en ondersteuning.