RCA PRO-SW220P Speaker User Manual
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1. 1713 16 x 16 x 195 8 Inches 431 8 x 407 x 482 6 mm A eos a a aa a peeves aa 45 Ib 20 412 kg Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman ship under normal use for one 1 year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN Ra dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RE SPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFOR MANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY IN CLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDEN TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita tion of incidental or consequential damages so the ab2. RCA e Y LY PRO SW220P 200 Watt Powered Subwoofer Your RCA PRO SW 220P 200 W att Powered Subwoofer is designed to give you the best possible low frequency sound for the ultimate home theater experience You will be astonished by the realism it adds to movie sound effects and the power it lends to all kinds of music The subwoofer combines the power of a built in 200 watt RMS amplifier with a responsive 12 inch coated paper cone woofer all housed in a ported bass reflex enclosure to produce tight floor rumbling powerful bass down to 36 Hz that you can feel as well as hear The power indicator lets you know when the subwoofer is operating Your subwoofer has an adjustable high cut filter and high and low level inputs so it is easily incorporated into existing systems or used as an integral part of a subwoofer satellite combination Its other features include Auto On Off automatically switches the PRO SW 220P s amplifier to standby if the subwoofer does not receive a signal for about 11 minutes Standby Indicator power indicator changes color when the subwoofer is connected to power but not receiving a signal High Level Input lets you connect the subwoofer to an amplifier s or receiver s speaker outputs Note You need speaker wire not supplied to connect the subwoofer to an amplifier or receiver s speaker outputs High Level Output lets you connect the subwoofer between an amplifier
3. a single phono cable not supplied to connect the subwoofer jack to the L input on the PRO SW 220P When connecting to aTV we recommend using variable line output jacks which will allow the PRO SW 220P volume to change with the TV5 volume Refer to your TV owners manual Also you can connect to the TV line out and then adjust the TV volume up or down If the subwoofer volume changes with the TV volume then the TV line out is variable Connecting to Speaker Terminals Connect the amplifier receiver s speaker output terminals to the PRO SW 220P s HIGH LEVEL INPUT speaker terminals Be sure to connect the terminals in phase connecting positive to positive and negative to negative Wiring the subwoofer with to causes reduced bass performance To match the subwoofer s polarity with your system s polarity and receive full bass response slide the PHASE switch to REV or NOM Choose the setting that provides the greatest bass output Right Amplifier Receiver Left Output Terminal Speaker Speaker aT a il a imc g Connecting Speakers o o You can connect your left and right speakers to your amplifier receiver as shown in Connecting to Subwoofer O ut or Pre Out Terminals or to the PRO SW 220P s HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT speaker terminals as shown above Note The High Level Output is a pass th
4. ace the subwoofer in a place where it is exposed to direct sunlight or excessive humidity Do not place the subwoofer where it might be knocked over or exposed to falling objects The metal control panel on the back of the PRO SW 220P acts as the heat sink for the subwoofers internal amplifier Therefore place the unit at least 4 inches 10 cm away from a wall and do not let anything come into contact with this panel Where and how you position your subwoofer greatly affects its bass response Adjusting the subwoofer s volume control in relation to the left and right speakers and adjusting the subwoofer s high cut filter also affects your speakers overall sound Although low frequencies are non directional factors such as room reflections standing waves resonance and absorption strongly affect your subwoofer s performance For maximum bass output place your subwoofer in a corner To reduce output move it away from corners and back walls Even slightly moving the subwoofer can have a major effect on bass response Werecommend that you test the subwoofer in different locations to determine where the best balance is between your satellite speakers if used and subwoofer We also recommend that you place the PRO SW 220P at least 4 inches away from the wall and at least 2 3 feet away from your television or computer s disk drive system so the subwoofer s magnet will not distort the colors of your TV picture
5. bol is intended to inform you that important operat ing and maintenance instruc tions are included in the literature accompanying this product SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e Never open the cabinet or remove the metal control panel as this might result in electrical shock or damage to the unit If your PRO SW 220P needs servicing contact your local RadioShack store e To prevent electrical shock do not use a polarized plug with any extension cord or outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure Unplug the PRO SW 220P power cord from the electrical outlet if it will not be used for along time Only connect this unit to a power supply of the type described in the owners manual or marked on the unit Route the power supply cord so it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it especially at the plug the outlet and the point where the cord exits the unit Placing the subwoofer on the same stand or shelf as your turntable can result in a low frequency rumble or acoustic feedback Cautions e To prevent fire or shock do not expose this subwoofer to rain or moisture Do not place the subwoofer with its metal plate against the floor e Place the subwoofer away from heat sources such as radiators stoves or other appliances that produce heat CHOOSING A LOCATION Cautions To prevent the cabinet from warping or discoloring do not pl
6. cific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 We Service What We Sell RadioShack A Division of RadioShack Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 40 5031 03 2001 Printed in USA
7. cting the mid bass output equally rotate FREQUENCY HZ clockwise and the subwoofer s VOLUME CONTROL counterclockwise Care and Maintenance Keep the PRO SW 220P dry if it gets wet wipeit dry immediately Use and store the PRO SW 220P only in normal temperature environments Handle the PRO SW 220P carefully do not drop it Keep the PRO SW 220P away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Modifying or tampering with the PRO SW 220P s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty Caution You might permanently damage your speakers by cleaning them with a vacuum cleaner Use a feather duster or a soft loose cloth instead This subwoofer has been manufactured to the specifications of RadioShack and is covered by a limited warranty from RadioShack If your subwoofer is not operating as it should take it to your local RadioShack store or call 1 800 THE SHACK for assistance SPECIFICATIONS Amplifier Output ccccesccsesssssssecssessscsssrsersaeersees 200W RMS 4 Ohms O 10 THD Amplifier Qutp t marannan ninina aias 180W RMS 4 Ohms 1 THD GrOSSOVER rd 50 Hz 200 Hz Adjustable Frequency RESPONSE cmmmnocnicconiccrcrcarcrcrrrrerrr 36 Hz 200 Hz Power Vol iia a anneal AC 120 V 60 Hz POW Er Consumption cti aida 120W Dimensions HW D v cccicccccccsescceesceesscsesees 16 x 16 x 16 Inches 407 x 407 x 407 mm with feet and grill attached
8. fier receiver and another component such as a radio cassette player CD player or turntable 3 Begin playing an audio source such as aradio and adjust the amplifier speakers overall volume to a comfortable level Rotate VOLUME CONTROL on the PRO SW 220P clockwise alittle at atime until you achieve a pleasing balance of bass between the PRO SW 220P and the main speakers and satellite speakers if used Bass output should not overpower the main speakers but should blend across the entire musical range Once you have adjusted the PRO SW 220P s VOLUME CONTROL use the amplifier receiver s volume control to control the speakers volume ADJUSTING THE HIGH CUT FREQUENCY FREQUENCY HZ adjusts the level between 50 Hz and 200 Hz at which the subwoofer begins passing frequencies to other speakers This control s setting depends on the low frequency capabilities of your satellite speakers if used speaker placement and other factors that affect bass performance While playing music rotate FREQUENCY HZ clockwise until the music sounds too bass heavy Then rotate it counterclockwise until the bass sounds more natural If the mid bass sounds natural but you want more low bass rotate FREQUENCY HZ counterclockwise a little then rotate the subwoofer s VOLUME CONTROL clockwise by about the same amount This increases low bass output without affecting the mid bass output To reduce low bass output without affe
9. or receiver without line out terminals and other speakers Low Level Input lets you connect the subwoofer to an amplifier s or receiver s subwoofer out or pre out jacks These inputs automatically sum left and right channel information Note You need phono cables not supplied to connect the subwoofer to an amplifier or receiver s subwoofer out or pre out jacks Volume Control lets you match the PRO SW 220P s output level to your satellite speakers output if used Phase Polarity Switch Inverts the subwoofer s output polarity so you can set it to match the main speakers Frequency Hz Control lets you set the high frequency cutoff point Rotated fully clockwise the subwoofer cuts high frequencies over 200 Hz Rotated fully counterclockwise it cuts high frequencies over 50 Hz 2001 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture AN RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK A N DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICE ABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVIC ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsu lated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Do not open the product s case This sym
10. or erase your floppy disks ATTACHING FEET Using the supplied screws secure the four protective feet packed separately into the pre drilled holes at each corner of the cabinet s bottom CONNECTING TO AN AMPLIFIER You can connect your PRO SW 220P to an amplifier receiver s subwoofer out or pre out jacks or speaker terminals Note You can connect your PRO SW 220P to your TV if it has variable line out jacks Caution To avoid any damage to the subwoofer or amplifier disconnect power from your components before making any connections Connecting to Subwoofer Out or Pre Out Terminals Use this connection if your amplifier receiver has jacks labeled SUBWOOFER OUT or PRE OUT Do not use the PRE OUT jacks if they are already connected by cables or jumpers to your amplifier 1 Connect the PRO SW 220P5 LOW LEVEL INPUT jacks to the amplifier receivers line sub out or pre out jacks or TV5 audio line out jacks N Connect your satellite speakers if any to the amplifiers or receivers output terminals as they would normally be connected Right Amplifier Receiver Left Speaker Sub Out Pre Out Terminal Speaker Notes On some receivers amplifiers the subwoofer out is a single jack Use
11. ove limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option un less otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the prop erty of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you spe
12. rough and only works when using a High Level Input However if you use MEGACABLE or any other high quality low gauge speaker wire the terminals will be too small to accommodate the wires You need two pairs of speaker pins available at your local RadioShack store to make the connection Follow these steps to connect the wires to each terminal using speaker pins 1 Separate the conductors for a length of about 2 inches on the end of each wire Then strip 1 2 inch of insulation from the ends of each conductor and twist the wire ends 2 Position each wire end between the open barrel ends of the speaker pin To PRO SW220P From Left or Right Speaker 3 Using a pair of pliers crimp the open barrel ends of the speaker pin to hold the wire ends in place 4 Plug the speaker pin into the proper terminal on the PRO SW 220P CONNECTING TO POWER Plug the PRO SW 220P s AC power cord into an AC outlet The STANDBY indicator lights green If the subwoofer does not receive a signal for about 11 minutes the STANDBY indicator lights red STANDBY fe AD USTING THE VOLUME Once you have made all connections follow these steps to adjust the PRO SW 220P5 volume 1 Rotate VOLUME CONTROL to MIN 2 Turn on your ampli
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