Onkyo SKW-205 User's Manual
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1. Supplied I I I I i O 2 4 Ta r Gi SKW 205 oan Note Note If your receiver amplifier is equipped with a monaural With an ordinary preamplifier having two output chan subwoofer jack connect it to the SKW 205 Right or Left nels connect both the Right and Left jacks low level LINE INPUT jack m Connection to receiver s amplifier s speaker terminals 1 Using the supplied speaker cables and speaker cables that came with your speakers connect the SKW 205 speaker level input INPUT FROM AMP RECEIVER terminals and the amplifier s speaker terminals 2 Connect the Right and Left speakers to the SKW 205 speaker level output OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS terminals Receiver Speaker R Amplifier Speaker L Speaker terminals Note e When connecting the speaker cables be sure not to mistake the and and the L left and R left If the speaker cables are connecting incorrectly there will be a loss of fidelity in the bass sound ranges e The speakers connected to the SKW 205 speaker level output OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS terminals must have an impedance equal to or greater than the rating indicated on the amplifier connected to the speaker level input INPUT FROM AMP RECEIVER terminals Otherwise amplifier damage may occur SKW 205 sPEAKER jevi Connecting the speaker cables 1 Press the lever of the2. FREQUENCY Use this knob to select the high frequency range at which you wish to cut off the signal to the subwoofer You can select any frequency between 50 Hz and 200 Hz depending on the characteristics of the speaker system being used with the SKW 205 Speaker level input terminals INPUT FROM AMP RECEIVER Connect these input terminals to the speaker output terminals of your amplifier or receiver Speaker level output terminals OUTPUT TO SPEAKERS The speaker level signal to the front speakers is output from these terminals Low level input jacks LINE INPUT Connect these jacks to the LINE OUT jacks of the amplifier etc Auto standby switch AUTO STANDBY This switch is used to turn on and off the auto standby function ON This activates the auto standby function If a constant level signal is not received from the amplifier or receiver over a period of a few minutes the SKW 205 automatically enters the standby state If a constant level signal is later received from the amplifier or receiver the power is automatically turned back on OFF Deactivates the auto standby function Note e The auto standby function operates on the existence or absence of a constant level input signal If the auto standby function does not operate properly try slightly increasing or decreasing the output level of the amplifier or receiver Note that output levels of some amplifiers and receivers cannot be adjusted For more d
3. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface The appliance should not be placed in a builtin installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided There should be free space of at least 20 cm 8 in and an opening behind the appliance Power Sources The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company Grounding or Polarization The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug 18 oo ws 20 21 22 Power Cord Protection Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention
4. are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way and When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in perform ance this indicates a need for service Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteris tics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat Precautions 1 Warranty card You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit In case of warranty claim please report this number 2 Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder 3
5. speaker output terminal fully SS insert the twisted core wires into the terminal hole and then release the lever Bad 2 Pull the speaker cable lightly to ensure that it is connected firmly Note e When you have connected the speaker cables make h 4 sure that the core wires are not in contact with other terminals or metallic parts of the unit x lt e Do not use BTL Balanced Transformer Less type amplifiers Using a BTL amplifier may cause damage to both the amplifier and the subwoofer Ordinary amplifiers are not BTL amplifiers For details see the amplifier s instruction manual 5 Subwoofer effects Adding a subwoofer to your speaker system expands the bandwidth of reproduced bass range sound If the subwoofer s reproduction bandwidth or sound output level is improperly adjusted however the overall performance may be decreased as shown in the graphs below E When subwoofer s reproduction bandwidth is correct E When subwoofer s reproduction bandwidth is far from speaker s bandwidth Overall characteristics Speaker characteristics Subwoofer characteristics Curve is sunken m When subwoofer s output level is incorrect E When subwoofer s reproduction bandwidth is close to speaker s bandwidth Output level is too high Output level is too low Curve is raised Adjust
6. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user servicable If power does not come on contact your Onkyo authorized service station 4 Care From time to time you should wipe off the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth For heavier dirt dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water wring it out dry and wipe off the dirt Following this dry immediately with a clean cloth Do not use rough material thinners alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering 5 Power WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage e g AC230V 50Hz or AC120V 60Hz written on the rear panel Models Equipped with a Voltage Selector Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform to local power supplies Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit Setting the voltage selector SKW 205 ZIRE 4 gt VOLTAGE 220 230Vv SELECTOR 120V Setting the voltage selector 1 Determine the proper voltage for your area 220 230V or 120V 2 If the preset voltage is not prope
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8. ONKYO S KW j 0 D SKW 205 English POWERED SUBWOOFER POWERED SUBWOOFER Instruction manual SKW 205 OOO oe ONKYO SKW 205 Th an k yo u for your purchase of the Onkyo powered subwoofer Please read this manual thoroughly before using it Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new powered subwoofer Please retain this manual for future reference WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral tri angle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to per sons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte nance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR Important safeguards 10 11 12 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instruc
9. an air conditioner bathroom or kitchen as well as in locations subjected to soot or steam such as near a kitchen table and humidifier Otherwise damage may occur e Keep water or other liquids away from the unit If water is spilled into the unit not only the unit but also the connected receiver amplifier may be damaged e Place the unit on a level and rigid surface free from vibration 6 e Four slip proof spacers are provided with the SKW 205 If the SKW 205 is to be placed on flooring or other similar surfaces attach these spacers to the bottom surface at the corners This will not only prevent scratching but also provide a stable footing However note that depending on the surface the spacers may leave markings e This unit is designed to be used in the upright vertical position only Do not use it in the horizontal or tilted position If the unit is used near a turntable or CD player howling or skipping of sound may occur To prevent this move the unit away from the turntable or CD player or otherwise lower the unit s output level e This unit can handle the specified input power when it is used Howling when a microphone is used for ordinary music reproduction If the following abnormal 4 Abnormal sound produced when bass range signals are signals are fed to the unit however an overcurrent may flow in excessively boosted by using the receiver s amplifier s the internal circuits causing burning or brea
10. etails regarding your components refer to the instruction manual supplied with them e If noise from peripheral components causes the incorrect operation of the auto standby function or if outputting low volumes i e during the nighttime causes the auto standby function to activate turn off the auto standby function e The auto standby function only operates while the power switch for the SKW 205 is turned on Connections For safety be sure to turn off the power of this unit and all other system components before connecting or disconnecting any components E When used in combination with an AV amplifier When using the SKW 205 in conjunction with AV amplifiers and receivers with surround capability be sure to connect the SKW 205 to the subwoofer preout terminal SUBWOOFER PREOUT using the supplied pin cable If connected using speaker cable depending on the amplifier or receiver settings the bass signals may be cut out resulting in decreased fidelity in the lower bass sounds For more details regarding proper connecting procedures refer to the instruction manual supplied with your amplifier or receiver E Connection with amplifiers special subwoofer jack E Connection with a preamplifier Amplifier with subwoofer terminal Preamplifier eres Output terminals
11. kage of the wires tone controls a graphic equalizer etc or when a source even if the input power is below the specified rating whose bass range is abnormally boosted is being played 1 Special test signals produced by audio checking CD etc This state called rattling occurs when the signal is beyond 2 Sound produced when connecting or disconnecting audio the driver s reproduction capacity Although it is not a sign connection cables of damage decrease the speaker output level to prevent Always turn off the amplifier s power before connecting or damage to the driver disconnecting cables Troubleshooting guide Symptom Cause Remedy The unit does not turn on e The power plug is not fully inserted e Insert the power plug fully into the power outlet No sound output e The OUTPUT LEVEL knob is set to e Set the OUTPUT LEVEL knob properly the MIN level RECEIVER terminals e Pin connector cable s are discon nected at the LINE INPUT jacks e Speaker cables are not properly connected to the INPUT FROM e The input signal is so small that the unit entered the standby state Connect cable s to the LINE INPUT jacks e Connect the speaker cables properly Set the AUTO STANDBY switch to OFF with reversed phase superbass sound e Playing source does not include Small sound output e Speaker cables are connected to the Connect the speaker cables properly INPUT FROM RECEIVER terminals e Play sources with supe
12. ments E Crossover frequency and output level e Adjust the SKW 205 output level and the crossover fre quency properly for your listening room and connected speakers e When the unit is connected to an amplifier via the speaker level input INPUT FROM AMP RECEIVER terminals setting the OUTPUT LEVEL knob near the center position will provide a well balanced sound level with most speakers e Note that you may possibly set the subwoofer at high output levels because superbass range sound is not so audible as sound in other ranges To obtain well balanced frequency characteristics set the output level to a slightly lower level than seems optimal This will also prevent the input of too strong signals Precaution on use The placement of the SKW 205 can greatly affect the sound that is produced Under normal circumstances placement in the corner of the room provides the best results Note Be careful not to allow the input of excessive power Input levels that greatly exceed normal situations can damage the SKW 205 Also note that switching operations at the amplifier can also cause excessive noises that may cause damage When using switches at the amplifier first lower the volume to prevent accidental damage E Placement e The enclosure is made of wood and therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity Avoid placing the unit in locations subjected to direct sunlight or in humid places such as near
13. r for your area insert a screwdriver into the groove in the switch Slide the switch all the way to the lower 120V or to the upper 220 230V whichever is proper Features E This subwoofer system is equipped with a built in amplifier solely for the reproduction of the superbass range E With the built in left right mixing circuit and cut off filter you can just connect the unit to your existing system powerful bass reproduction Control positions and names E Front panel E Rear panel POWERED SUBWOOFER SKW 205 SKW 205 OO 0 o ONKYO SKW 205 AUTO STANDBY INPUT FROM OFF ON OUTPUT R TO SPEAKERS ji LH To AC outlet Power switch POWER and indicator Pressing this button turns the power on the indicator lights Pressing the button again turns the power off the indicator goes out Red Unit is in standby mode Green Unit is in operation Mode selector switch LISTENING MODE Selecting the MOVIE or MUSIC position provides the optimal frequency characteristics for reproducing movie soundtracks or music respectively Of course you can enjoy movie soundtracks and music in either listening mode Output level adjusting knob OUTPUT LEVEL Use this knob to adjust the output level of the subwoofer Frequency adjusting knob
14. rbass sound pletely by TV etc occurs Hum noise Pin connector is not inserted com e Fully insert the pin connector e External leakage flux induction noise e Separate from the noise source and connect Specifications Type Bass reflex with built in power amplifier Use For superbass range reproduction Frequency response 30 200 Hz at maximum crossover frequency Crossover frequency 50 200 Hz variable Maximum output power 60 W Input impedance 4 7 KQ for speaker level input terminals 12 kQ for low level input jacks Sensitivity Speaker Level 0 8 V Line 30 mV Speaker 20 cm woofer Power supply AC 220 230 V and 120 V switchable 50 60 Hz Power consumption 42 W Dimensions W x H x D 235 x 455 x 347 mm Weight Others 9 1 4 x 17 15 46 x 13 11 46 11 2kg 24 7 lbs AUTO STANDBY ON OFF with CANCELLING Switch MOVIE MUSIC mode selection Magnetic shielding Specifications and appearance may subject to change for improvement without prior notice SN 29342918 ONKYO CORPORATION Sales amp Product Planning Div 2 1 Nisshin cho Neyagawa shi OSAKA 572 8540 JAPAN Tel 072 831 8111 Fax 072 833 5222 http Awww onkyo intl com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Liegnitzerstrasse 6 82194 Groebenzell GERMANY Tel 49 8142 4401 0 Fax 49 8142 4401 555 http www onkyo net ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Units 2102 2107 Metroplaza Tower 223 Hing Fong Road Kwai Chung N T H
15. tions should be read before the appliance is operated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recom mended by the manufacturer Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use the appliance near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The appliance may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the appliance Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer An appliance and cart PORTABLE CART WARNING combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combina tion to overturn 3125A in rr 3
16. to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Lightning For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power line surges Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result ina risk of fire or electric shock Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance Servicing Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to danger ous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the followingconditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that
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