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TES-100 INSTALLATION MANUAL
Motion Isolator
TES-100 Actuator
Thank You and Welcome to Crowson
Congratulations on your purchase of a TES-100 Tactile Motion Effects System (TES-100 Motion System). The
Crowson Technology TES-100 Actuator delivers the world’s most true-to-life low frequency motion effects. The integration
of the TES-100 System with your home theater or audio system delivers accurate, ultra-low frequency motion for a
visceral experience that is otherwise impossible to achieve.
Ultra-low frequencies exist in the natural world as inaudible motion, experienced largely through our sense of touch rather
than through our ears. Examples of real world events that produce frequencies in this range include everything from
the pluck of a double-bass string, to a roaring jet engine, to an Earth-shuddering explosion. The lower the frequency of
the event, the less we “hear” and the more we “feel” it. The TES-100 Actuator, powered by Crowson’s patented LDD
TM
(Linear-Direct-Drive) Technology, is the only device of its kind able to achieve audiophile-grade accuracy and is a proud
addition to any fine home theater or audio system.
To experience the full complement of low frequency motion from any soundtrack, it is important to utilize more than the
sub/LFE channel alone. Crowson therefore facilitates and recommends a three (3) channel input. You can also experience
STEREO (“steered”) low-frequency motion with Crowson’s TES-100 Stereo Motion System. Watching a powerful stock car
zoom from left to right across your display now means FEELING the ground-quaking engine racing from left to right in
your seat! Stereo motion requires a Crowson Bass Management Pre-Amplifier and/or Integrated Stereo Motion Amplifier.
I. Product and Performance:
TES-100 Actuator: The unique TES-100 Actuator is unlike any other “low-frequency effects” device in the world.
Assembled and tested by hand in California, each Actuator is a precise, high-end device that represents the finest in
modern audio/home theater engineering. The TES-100 is driven by patented LDD
TM
(Linear-Direct-Drive) technology
which effectively translates audio signals into the world’s most true-to-life Tactile Motion. In a separate league from
“shaker” devices, who’s performance can be severely limited in both frequency response range and linearity, the TES-100
is the most accurate way to experience ultra low-frequency, visceral effects (ref fig.2).
TES-100 Actuator Features (ref fig.2):
1. Gold Plated Binding Posts—accepts bare wire or “banana” style plugs.
2. Nickel-coated lower plate with nylon feet—improves long-term durability.
3. Aluminum housing—helps regulate operating temperature for high reliability.
4. Traction Pad on Stainless Steel Top Plate—adds extra grip for sure “footing”.
Motion Isolators: Special Motion Isolators are provided to support and level your furniture. Motion Isolators are soft,
mark-free, rubber feet that help your furniture respond to motion efficiently and accurately (ref: fig. 1).
Performance: Just as loudspeakers sounds best in an acoustically suited room, and a projector performs best under
certain light and screen conditions, tactile motion can be optimized with well-suited furniture and flooring. Hard
flooring with a rigid foundation is best for crisp articulate motion. Solid, well-made reclining theater chairs will help to
achieve the best possible performance. Crowson collaborates with and recommends many of the finest theater seating
manufacturers in the world, selected specifically for their well-constructed designs. Visit www.crowsontech.com for a list
of recommended theater seat manufacturers.
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