Proficient High Resolution Series, User Manual

Page 1: ...1 Nortek Security Control LLC User s Manual High Resolution Series In Wall Subwoofer PAS HRSIW8 CAB ...

Page 2: ...id 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 9 Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the apparatus WARNING THIS LOUDSPEAKER IS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING VERY HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS YOU MUST TAKE EVERY...

Page 3: ...8 Center Location 9 Using Two Subwoofers 9 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 10 Connecting to your HRSIW8AMP 10 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 11 Connecting to your M3 Amplifier 11 SUBWOOFER INSTALLATION 12 Tools required 12 Preliminary Steps 12 Marking and cutting the opening 13 Wiring 14 Installing the Subwoofer 15 Final steps 15 SPECIFICATIONS 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Poor or no sound 17 LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY 18 5 Yea...

Page 4: ...m are supplied in the manual provided with the Sunfire HRSIW8AMP or Proficient M3 amplifier UNPACKING Your Proficient subwoofer should reach you in perfect condition If you do notice any shipping damage please contact your Proficient Dealer immediately Gently lift out the unit and remove all the packing material It is important to save all the packing materials and the box in case your subwoofer e...

Page 5: ... out template supplied Removable grill attaches with magnets and is easily removable for painting Designed to be powered exclusively by the Sunfire HRSIW8AMP amplifier or Proficient M3 amplifier CARE To maintain the subwoofer s finish first turn off the amplifier and then use a soft dry cloth to clean the grille surface The grille can be removed to clean it if required If your Proficient subwoofer...

Page 6: ... the subwoofer Connect the negative speaker level output of the amplifier to the negative black input of the subwoofer Make sure that the positive and negative connections do not touch or this may damage your power amplifier 2 Speaker Wire Channel To ease installation the speaker wiring are passed through these channels to the binding posts This is recommended as the channel will support the weigh...

Page 7: ...ed into the sheetrock opening of your wall 6 Grille Magnets The grille is attached to the main body with small magnets around the edge of the subwoofer baffle 7 Grille To remove the grille gently pry it away from the corners and release it from the magnets holding it in place The grill can be painted to match the room decor 8 Cutout Guide This guide allows you to easily mark the required cutout on...

Page 8: ...ensure optimum performance Preliminary Before cutting a hole in your wall it is always best to test the subwoofer in that location first Place it on the floor near to the possible location and connect it to the amplifier Play some typical bass passages through the subwoofer This will help you identify any problems in the sound due to the location and you may be able to find a location that sounds b...

Page 9: ...s If you wish to use two subwoofers the sound output will double Each subwoofer will need its own dedicated amplifier Locating the subwoofers on the front wall with one towards each corner will provide more flexibility in crossover points without causing localization that can happen with subwoofers located on side and rear walls If your preamplifier has a single sub LFE output use a Y cable to spl...

Page 10: ...ity Control LLC SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Connecting to your HRSIW8AMP HRSiW 8AMP HRSIW8 In Wall Subwoofer Connect balanced or unbalanced inputs to the SUB LFE line level output of your home theater preamplifier or receiver ...

Page 11: ...tek Security Control LLC SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Connecting to your M3 Amplifier HRSIW8 In Wall Subwoofer Connect unbalanced inputs to the SUB LFE line level output of your home theater preamplifier or receiver ...

Page 12: ...nt weakening the wall structure When the extra framing is done the installation and wiring is the same as described below Tools required Phillips screwdriver Pencil or other suitable wall marker Sheetrock hand saw Safety glasses Level Masking tape Flashlight Small mirror Electronic stud finder if needed You may need an assistant Preliminary Steps If the TV display is in place nearby it should be r...

Page 13: ...vel to make sure it is vertical 3 Mark the sheetrock with a pencil around the inside of the template and remove the template 4 IMPORTANT Turn off the electricity to the room just in case you accidentally cut a live AC mains wire 5 Drill a small pilot hole and using a flashlight and small mirror look for any obstructions such as water pipes gas lines or electrical wires that may interfere with the ...

Page 14: ...If required pass the wiring through the speaker wiring channels in the back of the subwoofer 4 Do an electrical continuity test to make sure the connections are good from the amplifier end of the speaker wire to the ends of the wires at the subwoofer 5 Secure the wiring to the loudspeaker s spring loaded binding posts observing the correct polarity Gently pull on them to make sure they are secure ...

Page 15: ...he Subwoofer 1 Press the subwoofer into the sheetrock opening making sure that the speaker wires do not get pinched or cut Tighening the clamps sheetrock not shown for clarity 2 Screw in the six clamp screws As the screw turns clockwise a clamp rotates out and presses onto the back of the sheetrock to hold the subwoofer firmly in place Tighten the clamps so they are snug but do not over tighten as...

Page 16: ...Units Dual 8 Woofers with fiberglass cones Connections 1 pair gold plated spring terminals Nominal Impedance 6 ohms Dimensions Maximum dimensions including grille Height 24 5 8 625 mm Width 12 1 16 306 mm Depth 3 3 4 95 mm from back of steel bezel to rear of cabinet Cutout 23 5 16 x 10 13 16 593 x 274 mm Weight 32 lbs 14 51 kg ...

Page 17: ...lease contact your Dealer for assistance Poor or no sound Check all the connections from the subwoofer to the amplifier Check that the amplifier is not driven too hard Many processor preamps can send test tones through all the loudspeakers in your system Use this to adjust the volume of each channel until they are all playing at the same level Make sure that any bass management options are set cor...

Page 18: ... This warranty does not cover reimbursement for your costs of removing and transporting the product for warranty service evaluation or installation of any replacement product provided under this warranty This Warranty will be void if The Serial Number on the product has been removed tampered with or defaced The product was not purchased from an authorized dealer or reseller THE FOREGOING WARRANTIE...

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