Gateway kas103 User's Manual
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1. O 1 Double check all connections you don t hear bass by the time you O 4 Play a musical selection that you are have advanced the subwoofer s O 2 Make sure that the volume controls familiar with Pick a song that has VOLUME control halfway turn off controls on both the subwoofer and regular low bass beats Advance the the system and check connections O 6 Some digital receivers only send a subwoofer out signal when playing a DVD or movie in the digital mode In the 2 channel stereo music mode no subwoofer out signal is sent to the subwoofer You may need to set your main speakers to small mode in your receiver setup to get the receiver s subwoofer out to turn on Check your receiver s owner s manual for setup and subwoofer operation O 7 Adjust the subwoofer s VOLUME control until you are satisfied with the amount of bass You may want to try several different tapes compact discs or DVDs while determining how high to adjust the subwoofer VOLUME The amount of bass varies from disc to disc and between different types of music O 8 After you are satisfied with the output of your subwoofer you can make all your volume settings through your main stereo system s volume control The only time you might want to re adjust the subwoofer s VOLUME is when you encounter a musical selection that has abnormally low or high bass You can leave the SW103 in the ON mode and your SW203 or SW303 turned2. int rieur d un triangle quilat ral est employ pour alerter les utilisateurs de la pr sence d instructions importantes pour le fonctionnement et l entretien service dans le livret d instruction accompagnant l appareil 1 Read these instructions Read all the safety and operation instructions before operating the KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 System 2 Keep these instructions Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference 3 Heed all warnings Follow all warnings on the KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 System and in these operating instructions 4 Follow all instructions Follow all operating and other instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appara tus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar ized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provid ed plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement o
3. on and in AUTO mode when not in use It does not draw much power in this state and will be ready to add low bass the moment you begin to play music The SW103 SW203 or SW303 will automatically go into STANDBY mode after 10 to 20 min utes when no music is playing However if you re not using your stereo system for a long period of time such as when you re on vacation unplug the subwoofer from the 120 volt AC wall plug A Word About Power Handling Remember most amplifiers put out their full rated power well before the volume control is turned all the way up If your speakers distort when you play them loud turn down the amplifier KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Satellites Video shielded 21 2 6 4 cm full range driven Enclosure 0 cece ee eens aetna Black vinyl laminated MDF Dimensions 53 14 6 cm H x 37 8 9 8 cm W x 3 2 8 9 cm D Center Channels CCM sae Sh ect ce dere eke Video shielded two 21 6 4 cm full range drivers C0303 6 2c ee eee Video shielded two 4 10 2 cm x 6 15 2 cm woofers Enclosure 0 cece eee eens one 21 2 6 4 cm mid high driver Peewee Black vinyl laminated MDF 35 8 9 2 cm Hx 7 17 8 cm W x 37 4 9 5 cm D Dimensions CC303 5 13 3 cm Hx 16 2 41 9 cm W x 83 22 2 cm D Powered Subwoofers See subwoofer owner s manual System Specifications including subw
4. Gateway Owner s Manual KAS 103 System SW103 Subwoofer SP103 2 Rear Satellites a KAS 303 rT SP303 2 Rear ee L D CC303 Center KAS 203 System SW203 Subwoofer Satellites K SP303 2 Front Satellites CC303 Center SW303 Subwoofer 2 cal NS IK SP303 2 Front Bag Satellites Video Shielded Home Theater Speaker Systems by Gateway Designed and engineered in the U S A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle 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 persons Le symbole clair avec point de fl che l int rieur d un triangle quilat ral est utilis pour alerter l utilisateur de la presence a Fint rieur du coffret de voltage dangereux non isol d ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d l ctrocution The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Le point d exclamation
5. ar Satellite Left Rear Satellite CC103 Center W103 SP103 Subwoofer Left Front Satellite SP103 Right Front Satellite POWER Surround Sound Receiver Y2o60He Figure 4 KAS 103 Setup K AS 203 KAS 303 with the red black wires supplied with your sys the wiring diagram in Figures 5 and 6 closely Set tem Be sure to maintain proper polarity when to produce the correct setup and to obtain etup connecting the satellites and center Make sure Ventriloquist operation When wired as the red wire goes to the positive and the shown and the switch on the upper center of IMPORTANT Make certain all stereo sys black wire goes to the negative on both the the center channel speaker is in the UP posi tem components including the subwoofer receiver and speaker Note The rear center tion you will experience the Ventriloquist are turned OFF before proceeding satellite is only used with the KAS 303 System effect This causes the small front satellites to effectively sound like much larger bookshelf Refer to Figures 5 and 6 for proper connection speakers When the switch is in the DOWN Use the supplied male RCA to RCA line level CC303 Center position the Ventriloquist function will be cable to connect the subwoofer to the receiver Setting up the center and front satellites is dif turned off and the front satellites perform as The satellites connect to the receiver as shown ferent than ot
6. cover damage contact Gateway immediately See the subwoofer owner s manual Save your cartons they are the best possible protection for your speakers should you ever have a need to move them Positioning Your Satellites Refer to Figure 1 for satellite speaker placement Front channel speakers should be placed at least 6 feet apart to create proper stereo imaging The rear channel surround speakers should be positioned behind and slightly to the sides of the viewer listener The rear cen ter speaker should be positioned at the The Optimum Listening Position 4 or 5 Speaker Surround Sound Setup SUBWOOFER SATELLITE FRONT SATELLITE Figure 1 REAR SATELLITE REAR CENTER SP303 only on KAS 303 system REAR SATELLITE same height as the two surround speakers but centered on the wall between them It may take some experimentation with different locations for the surround speakers to suit your preference and your room The center channel speaker should be placed as close to the TV as possible preferably directly above or below the set Each satellite is supplied with a mounting bracket to allow hanging the speaker system on the wall All that is needed is a good solid mount in the wall into a wood stud if possible to securely hold the weight of the speaker Leave approximately ys of a screw head exposed from the wall and the keyhole slot in the mounting bracket will slide down over
7. e exposure Pour pr evenir les chocs lectriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polarise avec un prolongateur un prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant sauf si les lames peuvent tre ins r es a fond sans laisser aucune pariie a d couvert 19 Internal External Voltage Selectors Internal or external line voltage selector switches if any should only be reset and re equipped with a proper plug for alternate voltage by a qualified service technician This apparatus does not exceed the Class A Class B whichever is applicable limits for radio noise emissions from dig ital apparatus as set out in radio interfer ence regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications ATTENTION Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant las limites applicables aux appareils num riques de class A de class B selon le cas prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par les ministere des communications du Canada TABLE OF CONTENTS A UNPACKING 3 B PLACEMENT 3 C SETUP 5 D INITIAL LISTENING TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS 7 E TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE F SPECIFICATIONS 8 UNPACKING PLACEMENT Carefully remove your new Gateway Positionin g Your speakers from their boxes avoiding staples which can cause damage to the cabinets Subwoofer Inspect each speaker for transit damage If you dis
8. f the problem moves to the other channel your problem is not in the speakers Once you have determined that you have a speaker problem contact your dealer for autho rized factory service information If you are unable to contact your dealer if your dealer is unable to solve your problem or if you have any questions or comments regarding your Gateway Speaker System contact us at Gateway 1 800 846 2301 Web site www gateway com Describe the problem in detail We will decide on the most appropriate course of action
9. f the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service person nel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 14 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids such as vases should not be placed on this apparatus 15 To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the receptacle 16 The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable 17 Connect the KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 System to a power supply of the type des cribed in these operation instructions or as marked on the KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 System 18 To prevent electric shock do not use the KAS 103 KAS 203 KAS 303 System polarized plug with an exten sion cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blad
10. her standard speakers Follow a standard 2 speaker SP303 SP303 Right Rear Satellite Left Rear Satellite w203 Subwoofer Note Switch in the UP position CC303 Center to turn Ventriloquist function ON coron io cas O SP303 Left Front Satellite SP303 Right Front Satellite DIGITAL 5 1 6 1 7 1 PRO LOGIC ER RECEIVER RECEIVER TYPE Line Cord Figure 5 KAS 203 Setup SP303 SP303 SP303 Right Rear Satellite Center Rear Satellite Left Rear Satellite SW303 Subwoofer Note Switch in the UP position CC303 Center to turn Ventriloquist function ON PHASE SP303 Right Front Satellite SP303 Left Front Satellite BIN 5 1 6 1 7 1 PRO LOGIC RECEIVER RECEIVER RECEIVER TYPE Surround Sound Receiver me RCA Line Cord Figure 6 KAS 303 Setup your receiver integrated amp preamp receiver s volume control up to a are turned all the way down fully normal listening level If you don t counter clockwise hear sound through your main N ITI A L O 3 Turn on your reciver THEN turn on eae the subwoofer Confirm that the paca Onang L l ST E N l N G subwoofer s green POWER indicator O 5 If sound is coming out of your main is glowing If it isn t check the speakers turn the subwoofer s T EST power connections between the VOLUME control clockwise until you subwoofer and the wall socket hear noticeable additional bass If
11. oofers System Frequency Response KAS 103 System 36 Hz 18 5kHz 3dB 30 Hz 18 5kHz 3dB System Frequency Response KAS 303 System 23 Hz 18 5kHz 3dB Characteristic Sensitivity 2 0 0 0 0 00 cee eee ee 90 dB 1 watt 1 meter Nominal Impedance 0 0 cece cece eee 8 ohms 2003 Gateway Caring for Your Gateway Speakers The subwoofer and satellite cabinets are finished with a very high quality polymer laminate covering that is both attractive and serves as an excellent protection for the wood cabinet The system can be cleaned with a damp soft cloth or you may use a high quality furniture polish to maintain the original luster Troubleshooting and Service Gateway speakers do not use external fuse protection or circuit breakers because these devices tend to impede sound quality and may only protect the speaker to a marginal degree Rather we use components and designs of the highest caliber as an effective method of protect ing the speaker However no amount of protec tion will prevent damage caused by defective associated equipment or extreme abuse If you have a problem first try to determine if it is indeed a speaker problem Determine whether the problem exists in both speakers If its does the problem likely originates in some other component in the system If the problem is in one speaker only reverse your speaker leads left to right right to left I
12. the head of the screw to hang the speaker on the wall Figure 2 See Figure 3 The metal bracket supplied on the rear of each satellite can be removed and an aftermarket swivel type satellite mount can be used Your Gateway satellite speaker will accommodate both the Omnimount 10 Series and the Sound Gear SATP Series and other manufacturers mounts Follow the instructions included with the mount for proper wall attachment Screw firmly mounted Keyed slot on satellite Figure 2 1 4 20 screws TTT uu i i yj em Aftermarket Speaker Mounting Plate Figure 3 Using an Aftermarket Swivel Mount Setting Up Your Refer to Figure 4 for proper connection New KAS 1 03 KAS 203 S ETU P Use the supplied male RCA to RCA line level cable to connect the subwoofer to the or KAS 303 System receiver The satellites connect to the S pea kers KAS 103 SETUP receiver as shown with the red black wires supplied Be sure to maintain proper CAUTION Make sure that you consult your IMPORTANT Make certain all stereo polarity when connecting the satellites and amplifier s owner s manual regarding system components including the center Make sure the red wire goes to the speaker setup Your amplifier should be subwoofer are turned OFF before positive and the black wire goes to the turned off throughout this procedure proceeding negative on both the receiver and speaker SP103 SP103 Right Re
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