Sima SSW-4 audio module
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1. 5 Connection from amplifier from the speaker output of your receiver or amplifier 100 watts max Page 3 6 Speaker Connections Connect your speakers to these terminals Typical Hook up The diagram below shows a overview of a typical system with the SSW 6 using 6 speaker pairs Figure 3 Overview of typical system SSW 6 shown a ramen ce Eaa ee Fe fe fe Installation Tips It is recommended to use 18 or 16 AWG gauge stranded wire For runs longer than 50 14 gauge is recommended You can mix 4 6 8 and 16 ohm speakers Since speakers have different efficiencies more efficient speakers will sound louder than less efficient speakers Either select your speakers to have the same efficiencies a typical measurement is 90 db watt or add a speaker volume control between the SSW 4 6 and the speaker in the room where the speaker is located where you want to adjust the volume Wire according to state and local laws Most places require that you use special in wall speaker wire with a specific CL fire rating Consult your dealer about obtaining such wire Keep the speaker wiring from running close to AC power wiring for safety and to avoid any noise pick up Installation Make sure power is turned off on your receiver or power amplifier before doing any wiring To make a connection using a wire stripper strip 3 8 of insulation from2. All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from Sima Products Corp Page 2 Introduction The Sima speaker selectors have been designed to let you add additional speakers around your home or office and turn them on and off without purchasing additional amplifiers The Sima speaker selectors have the following features e Ability to add up to 4 SSW 4 or 6 SSW 6 speaker pairs to your amplifier Front Panel e Left and right commons are isolated to work with all types of amplifiers e Protection for amplifier and unit e Small size to fit with any system e No power required for operation e Easy installation e Can handle up to 100 watts amplifier power with unique protection circuitry Figure 1 Front Panel SSW 6 shown Family Room Controls 1 Speakers 1 through 4 6 Press button in to select desired speaker Orange indicator will show which speakers are active 2 Indicators Indicates selected speakers when orange Rear Panel 3 Labels To customize your selector to make speaker selection fool proof 4 Protection Switch Press in with the white indicator showing to activate impedance protection to protect your amplifier from low speaker impedance Figure 2 Rear Panel SSW 6 shown To Speakers
3. the end of the wire To avoid short circuits and possible amplifier damage do not strip too much insulation from the wire Tightly twist the end of the wire so that there are no frayed wires Page 4 e Push the tab and simultaneously insert the wire into the correct hole e Verify that there are no wire frays Connect the wires from the speaker output from your receiver or amplifier to the SSW 4 6 terminals marked AMPLIFIER Pay attention and connect the output from the right front output on the amplifier to the right input on the SSW 4 6 and connect the output from your amplifier to the input on the SSW 4 6 Likewise connect the left channel wires to the left input of the SSW 4 6 Next connect the wires from each of the speakers to the corresponding connection on the SSW 4 6 Finally attach one of the pre printed labels to the front of the unit in the recessed area so the button matches the location of the speaker Operation Initial connection It is recommended that you select only one speaker pair in the same room you are in for initial turn on Select this speaker pair and turn on your receiver amplifier Make sure sound is coming from both speakers Before you turn on additional speakers read the information below Inputs Pushing an input button on the front panel will select another speaker pair to turn on The orange indicator above the button will indicate the active b
4. aker The parallel impedance if you selected these two speakers would be 6 x 8 6 8 48 14 3 4 ohms If the calculated impedance is less than the minimal amplifier allowed impedance turn the PROTECTION mode on Page 6 Trouble Shooting No sound Make sure correct speaker is selected Make sure no wires are touching each other or the case of the amplifier or SSW 4 SSW 6 selector One or both speakers Reduce volume level and unit will automatically turn off when music is reset Internal protection circuit is detecting playing overload or excessive volume level and is shutting off speakers Slight drop in volume Normal This is due to the additional resistance when PROTECTION added to protect your amplifier is turned on Unit gets very hot Reduce volume level Turn unused speakers off If only one speaker pair is used turn PROTECTION switch off Technical Specifications Input 100 watt per channel max Outputs 4 Speaker pairs SSW 4 6 Speaker pairs SSW 6 4 to 16 ohm impedance Protection Circuit Amplifier Protection 3 ohm resistor per channel Unit Protection Automatic resetting poly switch Wire gauge 14 to 22 gauge Size 11 75 wide 6 5 deep 2 high Weight 3 lbs Supplied accessories User Manual this document Sheet of front panel labels Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Page 7 Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Sima Products Corp Company warrants tha
5. from state to state Sima is a leading innovator of consumer electronic accessories Visit our website to see our video photographic and computer products sima Sima Products Corp 140 Pennsylvania Ave Bldg 5 Oakmont PA 15139 USA 412 828 3700 800 345 7462 412 828 3775 FAX Visit us at www simacorp com E mail us at custserv simacorp com Manual 21610 rev A
6. sima Speaker Selectors Models SSW 4 and SSW 6 User Manual SSW 6 Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions wed lt 2 3 3 Rear Panel 000 OT E sebebgedsaseees OOE E A IARE 4 Installation sccsessessees OEE ETRA PORRA PROTRAE Operation ccccccsscccscseseseseseses anasi in aa anin D Trouble Shooting ssseesesesesoeseseseccesosoesesesocoesosoesesecoeeosoroesesocoesosoeseseseesee 7 Technical Specifications esesesoesosoesesecocoososoesesecoeoosoroesesecoesosoeseseseeeee 7 Limited Warranty sessessescosoesessoseosossesoosseso 8 Important Safety Precautions When using this product basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and electric shock including the following Read and understand all instructions Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture Do not use near a bath tub wash bowl sink or laundry tub do not use in a wet basement or in a swimming pool To avoid electrical shock do not open the case of this product The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators stoves etc What s Included 1 SSW Speaker Selector 1 Sheet of labels 1 This instruction manual Date Purchased Model 1999 by Sima Products Corp
7. t is the accompanying product proves to be defective to the original purchaser in material or workmanship within 90 days from the original retail purchase the Company will at the Company s option either repair or replace same without charge but no cash refund will be made What you must do to enforce Warranty You must deliver mail or ship the product together with both the original bill of sale and this limited Warranty statement as proof of warranty coverage to Sima Products Corp Att Customer Service 140 Pennsylvania Ave Bldg 5 Oakmont PA 15139 It is recommended that you contact Sima to obtain a return authorization number Limitation of Liability and Remedies Sima shall have no liability for any damages due to lost profits loss of use or anticipated benefits or other incidental consequential special or punitive damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this product whether arising out of contract negligence tort or under any warranty even if Sima has been advised of the possibility of such damages Sima s liability for damages in no event shall exceed the amount paid for this product Sima neither assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it any other liabilities Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
8. utton Protection Circuit When to use the protection switch When you have more than one speaker pair selected see chart on page 6 This circuit provides additional impedance so your amplifier does not drive too low of a impedance In addition the protection circuit has an electronic circuit breaker to automatically turn off if the volume level is excessive It will automatically reset when the overload is removed and or the volume is reduced It is recommend not to use the protection when When you want to listen to just one speaker pair especially at loud levels Page 5 Refer to your amplifier or receiver s user manual or on the rear panel of the amplifier to determine the minimal speaker impedance that your amplifier can handle If your amplifier can handle 4 ohm loads 4 ohm 6 ohm 8 ohm 16 ohm speakers speakers speakers speakers 1 selected Protection OFF Protection OFF Protection OFF Protection OFF 2 selected Protection OFF Protection OFF 3 selected Protection OFF 4 selected Protection OFF 5 selected Protection ON Protection ON Protection ON Protection ON 6 selected Protection ON Protection ON Protection ON Protection ON If your amplifier can handle 2 ohm loads a a speakers speakers speakers speakers Calculating Impedance If you want to calculate the impedance of speakers with different impedance here is how to do it Parallel Impedance is equal to R1 x R2 R1 R2 Say you had a 6 ohm and an 8 ohm spe
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