active studio subwoofer
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Contents Safety Instructions .....................................................2 Introduction...............................................................4 Getting Started .........................................................5 Placement.................................................................5 Hookup Diagram ......................................................8 TAPCO SW•10 Features............................................9 Rear Panel Description .......................................
Introduction Thank you for choosing a TAPCO SW•10 Active Studio Subwoofer. The TAPCO product line hails back to the days of TAPCO Corporation, Greg Mackie’s first company. TAPCO revolutionized the audio industry back in 1969 with the very first 6-channel mixer specifically designed for keyboards and rock ‘n’ roll. In essence, TAPCO redefined the price/performance ratio and made high-quality professional audio equipment accessible to virtually anyone.
Getting Started The following steps will help you set up your subwoofer quickly. LOOK CLOSER INITIAL SETTINGS: 1. Turn the INPUT SENSITIVITY control on the rear panel all the way down (MIN). 2. Set the left and right CROSSOVER controls to the center position (80 Hz). 3. Set the POLARITY switch out (0º). 4. Turn the POWER switch OFF. 5. Set the AC SELECT switch to the correct position for your country (115 VAC or 230 VAC). CONNECTIONS: 1.
SW •10 ACTIVE STUDIO SUBWOOFER CROSSOVER CROSSOVER 80 INPUT SENSITIVITY 80 POLARITY 0 180 O 55 110 MIN O 55 110 MAX INPUT LEFT L RIGHT R UNBALANCED OUTPUT L R UNBALANCED AC SELECT 115V RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
reinforces the direct sound, putting less of a demand on the power amplifier to reach higher sound pressure levels. It is important that the corner has good structural strength, or the low-frequency energy can cause rattling and other distracting vibrations. Experiment with the orientation of the subwoofer. The driver in the SW•10 faces out the front.
Hookup Diagram Typical Hookup Left Main/Satellite Powered Monitor Surround Sound Preamplifier OR 1 AUX RETURN 2 AUX SEND INST IN (HI-Z) L L OUT OUT OUT 2 R R LINE IN 3/4 LEVEL SET LINE IN 5/6 CD/TAPE IN (MONO) (MONO) L L R L R R INPUT INPUT MIC U EFX SW •10 ACTIVE STUDIO SUBWOOFER CROSSOVER CROSSOVER 80 INPUT SENSITIVITY MAIN MON IN TAPE OUT 0 180 110 BAL/UNBAL GAIN 55 110 MAX INPUT LEFT L +3 +50 -22dB +25dB GAIN O PHONES LEVEL SET MIC U 80 POLARITY O
TAPCO SW•10 Features REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION 5. LEFT AND RIGHT OUTPUTS This is where you connect your signal inputs and outputs to the subwoofer and make adjustments to the crossover and input sensitivity. • Balanced XLR male and unbalanced RCA female connectors are provided for the line-level left and right high-pass outputs. Connect these to the inputs of the main speakers (if they are powered speakers) or to the inputs of the amplifier powering the main speakers. 1.
7. POWER Protection Circuits Use this switch to turn the SW•10 on and off. There are several protection mechanisms designed into the SW•10 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from inadvertent damage. 8. Line Cord Socket and Fuse Connect the line cord to this IEC socket securely, and plug the other end into your AC outlet. Make sure the AC SELECT switch is set to the correct AC voltage. The fuse is located behind the fuse cover, at the bottom of the IEC socket.
Appendix A: Service Information Warranty Service No Sound Details concerning Warranty Service are spelled out in the Warranty section on page 15. If you think your TAPCO SW•10 has a problem, please do everything you can to confirm it before calling for service. Doing so might save you from the deprivation of your subwoofer and the associated suffering. These may sound obvious to you, but here are some things you can check. Read on.
Repair Service for TAPCO products is available at one of our factory authorized service centers. Service for TAPCO products living outside the United States can be obtained through local dealers or distributors. If your subwoofer needs service, follow these instructions: 1. Review the preceding troubleshooting suggestions. Please. 5. Include a legible note stating your name, shipping address (no P.O.
Appendix B: Connections XLR Connectors XLR connectors are used to make balanced connections to the SW•10. They are wired as follows, according to standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society). 2 SHIELD HOT COLD SHIELD COLD 3 HOT 1 3 1 3 1 2 SHIELD COLD 2 HOT XLR Balanced Wiring Pin 1 = Shield Pin 2 = Hot (+) Pin 3 = Cold (–) RCA Plugs and Jacks RCA-type plugs (also known as phono plugs) and jacks are often used in home stereo and video equipment and in many other applications.
Appendix C: SW•10 Specifications Acoustic Performance AC Power Requirements Free Field Frequency Response: 34 Hz – 110 Hz (±3 dB) Lower Cutoff Frequency: –3 dB @ 34 Hz Upper Cutoff Frequency: –3 dB @ 110 Hz Maximum SPL @ 1 meter, 7.
TAPCO LIMITED WARRANTY A. LOUD Technologies Inc. warrants all materials, workmanship and proper operation of this TAPCO product for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship, or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period, LOUD Technologies, at its option, will repair or replace the product. This warranty applies only to equipment sold and delivered within the U.S.
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