I N S TA L L AT I O N G U I D E FOR USE IN MUSIC OR HOME THEATER SYSTEMS 6.5" & 8" COMPACT SUBWOOFERS Sw6.5 Sw8 9901212-P07-SW6.5_SW8-MANUAL.
CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for choosing a Niles SW6.5 or SW8 High-Powered Compact Subwoofer from Niles Audio. With proper installation, configuration and operation you should enjoy years of trouble-free performance. Niles Audio manufactures the A/V industry’s most complete line of custom integration components and accessories for audio/video home theater and multi-room audio systems. To see the complete Niles product range, visit us at: www.nilesaudio.
INTROdUCTION The Niles SW8 and SW6.5 mini subwoofers provide outstanding deep bass performance for their size, and feature compact enclosures that provide virtually unlimited placement flexibility. Their advanced technology components include high power, high efficiency digital amplifiers (SW8 – 1200W dynamic; SW6.5 – 800W dynamic) along with a black anodized aluminum cone bass driver and dual black anodized aluminum cone passive radiators. Sw8 Sw6.5 1-800-BUY-HIFI – www.nilesaudio.com 9901212-P07-SW6.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PA R T S I N S I D E . R E F E R SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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.
Features and Benefits High power, high efficiency digital amplifiers provide tremendous dynamic range for clear and defined deep bass response. The SW8 features a 1200W dynamic digital power amplifier and the SW6.5 features an 800W dynamic, digital power amplifier. Both provide high output and high efficiency, with less heat produced compared to conventional analog power amplifier designs.
Placement The Boundary Effect With their compact dimensions, the Niles SW8 and SW6.5 subwoofers provide a wide range of placement options, including wall or ceiling mounting via an optional mount kit. When considering where to place a subwoofer in a particular space, note that the “boundary effect” can provide increased acoustic output due to the reinforcement effects when the subwoofer is placed on the floor, by a wall or in a corner.
CONNECTION AND CONTROLS Operation Controls LEVEL 0 dB 9 MIN MAX PHASE 90˚ 8 0˚ 100 Hz NORMAL FREQUENCY Serial Number 50 Hz ON OFF TURN-ON MODE This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Voltage Selector 1 100-120 V~ 220-240 V~ 100-120 V~ 220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz.
CONNECTION AND CONTROLS (CONTINUED...) AC VOLTAGE OPTION The AC voltage option has been factory configured 100~120 V~.). Should the AC voltage need to be changed to 220~240V~ loosen the screw on the protective cover, slide the cover away and the slide switch can be adjusted. Make sure to replace the protective cover when done. Only make this adjustment if the subwoofer will be connected to a voltage supply of between 220-240 VAC @50Hz.
CONNECTION AND CONTROLS CONTROLS (CONTINUED...) (CONTINUED...) Frequency (7) Adjust this control to match the characteristics of the main speakers. For applications where full-range signals are sent to the subwoofer, the 100 Hz Normal setting will usually produce the best results. If the main speakers are compact, their more limited lower frequency range may necessitate a higher subwoofer frequency setting.
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION If the subwoofer is to be wall or ceiling mounted, the four cabinet feet can be removed if desired. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE GRILLE Ordinarily, the grille need not be removed. However, some prefer the visual aesthetic achieved with the grille removed. Either way, the acoustic quality will be the same. To remove the grille, grasp the grille edges with both hands and gently pull outward.
Signal Connectors and Power Controls Specifications Driver Complement SW8: One 8” long-throw front-firing woofer; two 8” long-throw side-mounted passive radiators SW6.5: One 6.5” long-throw front-firing woofer; two 6.5” long-throw side-mounted passive radiators Amplifier Power SW8: 1200W dynamic; 300W RMS SW6.5: 800W dynamic; 200W RMS Frequency Range SW8: 36Hz-200Hz SW6.5 42Hz-200Hz Power Requirements SW8 and SW6.
FCC Instructions To the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Limited Warranty Niles Audio (“NILES”) warrants its loudspeaker products to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase. This Warranty is subject to the following additional conditions and limitations.
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