Question 1

Do these come with the necessary cables and banana connectors to plug into the receiver or do we need to buy them seperate?

Accepted Answer

The speakers and instructions are the only thing in the box. You will need your own speaker wire at the minimum for a basic setup, as well as 8  banana plugs if you choose that connection type.

(2 at each speaker + 2 at the receiver) x 2 speakers = 8 plugs total

Question 2

I have a Visio sound bar with a sub woofer are these wireless and will they work with my present setup ?

Accepted Answer

There are not wireless speakers.  They require a + and - analog audio output from an amplifier.

Most sound bars do not have audio outputs to drive separate speakers.  The exception is if they power a separate sub woofer.  You state that your subwoofer is wireless. Therefore, it is unlikely that these speakers will work with your sound bar.

Question 3

Could not find any information regarding to size and weight of these boxes?

Accepted Answer

Dimensions
Cabinet Dimensions
Height	11" (27.94cm) 
Width	7" (17.78cm) 
Depth	8 3/8" (21.27cm) 
Mounting Options	on-wall with built-in key hole slot  
Product Weight (each)	9.00 pounds

Right from Polk's specs on their website.

Question 4

What is the L x W x H dimensions of this unit?

Accepted Answer

11" H x 7" W x 10" D.

Even though it looks like I may have rounded those dimensions, they are in fact +/- 1/16". The 10" depth is from the front of the grill (which curves outward from the front) to the back of the installed hanger bracket (near the top, back) and the spacer feet (bottom, back).

Since there is a tuned port in the back, the backs can't be pushed right against a wall; the 3/4" hanger bracket and 3/4" back spacers must be what they consider to be the minimum clearance between the speakers and a wall.

Question 5

Is it necessary to connect with a power amplifier? Or just connect with my sound devices?

Accepted Answer

That depends on the device!  I connected mine to a Panasonic Plasma TV.  This TV has a built in audio amplifier and as long as the speakers don't surpass the ohm rating as specified in the TVs owner manual.  Check the manual of the device that you intend to connect.

Question 6

The specs on connectors says: Inputs: Dual (bi-amp) 5 way binding posts. So, are there 4 connections or two. If 4, how many ohms are each? It would be nice if you included a rear view of the speaker, you know, the side you connect the wires. You have 4 pictures, all from the front.

Accepted Answer

These are bi amp-able speakers, so you can connect them to a regular single speaker lead, or if your amp can do it, lets you power the tweeter and woofer separately after removing a strap that connect each of the two leads together. This will work like a normal speaker with the provided removable strap left in place or a bi amp able speaker if you remove it. Not sure of the impedance figure of each of the components however. Call the Polk hotline on their website during 9-5 est and you can talk to a CS rep right in Baltimore if you want more info. I did it and was amazed at the quality of service I got. That sealed the deal for me and I bought the Polks right after that.

Mark

Question 7

Can I connect these to my computer? And if possible how/what do I need?

Thanks! in advance :)

Accepted Answer

Hello, Yes these can be used to play music from your computer but you need a separate amplifier to power them.  I have a 100 watt Yamaha receiver that I use to power the speakers.  You will need a cable that has a 3.5mm stereo plug on one end that plugs into your audio out jack on your computer and the other end of the cable needs to have two RCA plugs that connect to one of the inputs on your receiver or amp.  These are great sounding speakers and dollar for dollar a really good deal when they are on sale.  Hooked up with the 10" Polk sub-woofer and you have one nice setup.  Hope this helps you to decide what to do.

Question 8

What kind of Mini-Amp could i use to connect these to a computer for 2.1 audio?

Accepted Answer

Correct, there some really good tiny amps that are made for exactly this purpose for dirt cheap. Not sure they have them here. They have great reviews and just came out with a newer model.... Check it....
LP-2020a+ Lepai Tripath Class T (total harmonic distortion IS 80DB) 4-8 OHM FRQ RESP 20H-20KHZ mini amp with power supply.. People are pushing Bookshelves just like yours with these lil monsters!! 2012 & 2013 models.

Question 9

Are there obvious difference(s) sound wise, between monitor 30 series II and monitor 35-B. I see that the tweeter positions are switched in each case hence, one up one down. Other than that, what is the physical difference?  Oh!! I also need to know if they have the same dimensions. Thanks all.

Accepted Answer

You can find dimensions in the product manuals.  Look in the support menu on Polk Audio's web site.  I can't compare sound quality.

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