Denon DSW-1H User manual

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DSW-1H
WIRELESS SUBWOOFER
Owner’s Manual
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Introduction 4
Before your begin 5
System requirements 5
Network requirements 5
Hardware Requirements 6
Controller requirements 7
Getting to know your DSW-1H 8
Front panel 9
Controls 10
Back panel 11
Placing your DSW-1H 12
Powering your DSW-1H 13
Getting the HEOS app 14
Setting up your first DSW-1H 15
Adding more HEOS devices 16
Adding wired HEOS devices 16
Adding wireless HEOS devices 16
Connecting devices 17
Pairing a DSW-1H to a HEOS device 17
Pairing DSW-1H to DHT-S716H 17
Pairing DSW-1H to other HEOS device 18
Unpairing the DSW-1H 19
Making adjustments 20
Adjusting the Level 20
Adjusting the Low Pass Filter 20
Adjusting the Phase 21
Adjusting the status light brightness 21
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Updating your system 22
Advanced features 23
Wireless performance 23
Power management 24
Power modes 24
Quick Start Mode 24
Deep Standby 24
Off 24
Basic troubleshooting 25
My HEOS device won’t connect to my network using the audio
cable 25
My HEOS device turns off and the status LED flashes in red 25
Connecting to a WPS network 26
Resetting your HEOS device 26
Status LED table 27
Supported file types and codecs 33
Specifications 34
Information 36
Trademarks 36
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
NOTE
0THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS INFORMATION THAT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Introduction
The DSW-1H is part of the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your
home. By utilizing your existing home network and the HEOS app on your iOS or Android™ device, you can explore, browse, and play music from your
own music library or from many online streaming music services.
0True multi-room audio - play different songs in different rooms or the same song in every room
0Utilizes your existing home wireless network for quick and easy setup
0Industry leading microsecond audio synchronization between HEOS device
0Legendary Denon audio quality
0If you are in a hurry, you can be enjoying great sounding music in no time by following the steps outlined in the Quick Start Guide (supplied).
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DSW-1H
Wireless Subwoofer
Quick Start Guide
Please continue reading this Owner’s Manual for more detailed information about the features and benefits of your DSW-1H.
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Before your begin
NOTE
0If you have already installed at least one HEOS device, please skip to the section “Adding more HEOS devices” (v p. 16).
System requirements
Before you begin installing your first HEOS device, please make sure you understand and meet a few basic requirements.
oNetwork requirements
Wireless Router - In order to use your HEOS music system, you must have a working wireless (Wi-Fi) or ethernet network in your home. Even when
connected to an Ethernet network, a Wi-Fi connection to the router is required to control the system using the HEOS Control app. If you do not have a
wireless network, please contact your local Denon dealer or electronics retailer to assist you with purchasing and installing a wireless network in your
home.
High Speed Internet Connection - HEOS accesses the Internet to stream music to your home from many popular online music services. HEOS is
also designed to provide you with software updates, which are delivered via your home Internet connection. DSL, Cable, and Fiber services will
provide the best experience and reliability. You may experience performance issues with slower Internet connections like satellite based services.
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oHardware Requirements
Use the DSW-1H together with existing HEOS devices.
[Example]
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DHT-S716H HEOS Amp HEOS speaker
NOTE
0DSW-1H can not be used by itself.
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oController requirements
You can control your HEOS wireless multi-room sound system using the free HEOS app on any iOS or Android mobile device that meets these
minimum requirements:
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iOS Minimum Requirements
0iOS version 8.0 or later
0iPhone® 4S or newer
0iPad® 2 or newer
0iPod touch® (5th generation) or newer
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Android Minimum Requirements
0Android OS version 4.0 or later
0All resolutions
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Getting to know your DSW-1H
Unpack your DSW-1H from the box and verify that the following items are included:
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DSW-1H Quick Start Guide Warranty
(North America model only)
Power cord
Safety instructions 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) setup cable
Ethernet cable Feet
NOTE
0Please use the power cord included in the box for your device.
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oFront panel
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AStatus LED
Please refer to the “Status LED table” for LED color and state meaning. (v p. 27)
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oControls
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AVolume up/down buttons (+, –)
Adjusts the HEOS device’s volume level up or down.
BMute button (:)
Mutes or unmutes the HEOS device’s volume.
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oBack panel
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AUX IN
5V/1A---
USB
RESET CONNECT
NETWORK
AC IN
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AAUX jack (AUX IN)
Used to add the HEOS device to your wireless network.
(v p. 15)
BUSB port
Used to connect USB storage devices.
CNETWORK connector
Used to connect this unit to a wired Ethernet network. (v p. 15)
DRESET button
Various settings are reset to the factory default values.
(v p. 26)
EAC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 13)
FCONNECT button
Used for Wi-Fi setup.
GConnect in status LED
Indicates the status of this unit. (v p. 27)
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Placing your DSW-1H
The DSW-1H is designed to add HEOS multi-room audio functionality to an external device which offers audio amplification. You should place your
DSW-1H in a convenient location near the speakers you are connecting it to.
0The DSW-1H must be within range of your wireless network.
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0Attach the included feet to the four corners of the DSW-1H’s side if you are placing
it on horizontally.
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Setup
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Powering your DSW-1H
Connect the power cord included in the box to the back of the DSW-1H and the plug to a wall outlet.
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AUXIN
5V/1A---
USB
RESET CONNECT
NETWORK
AC IN
for North America
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
for Europe
(AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz)
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Getting the HEOS app
The HEOS app is the heart of the HEOS experience. Using your mobile device and the HEOS app, you can setup, browse, explore, and control your
HEOS system right in the palm of your hand, from anywhere in your home.
Download the HEOS app for iOS or Android by searching App Store®, Google Play™ store or Amazon for “HEOS”.
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For the purpose of improvement, the specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
NOTE
0The HEOS app and brand is not affiliated with any manufacturer of any mobile device. Availability of music services may vary by region. Not all services may be available at
time of purchase. Some services may be added or discontinued from time to time based on decisions of the music service providers or others.
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Setting up your first DSW-1H
Once you have placed your DSW-1H in your listening room and have downloaded the HEOS app, you are ready to configure your DSW-1H for music
playback. This involves following a few simple steps to get the DSW-1H connected to your existing home network:
Caution
0DO NOT connect the Ethernet cable if you are connecting your DSW-1H to a wireless network. If you are connecting the DSW-1H to a wired network,
use an Ethernet cable to connect the DSW-1H to your network or router.
1Make sure your mobile device is connected to your
wireless network (the same network you want your
DSW-1H connected to).
You can check this in the Settings - Wi-Fi menu of your iOS or
Android device.
NOTE
0If your wireless network is secure, make sure you know the password to join
your network.
2Make sure you have the included 1/8
inch (3.5 mm) setup cable handy.
3Launch the HEOS app on your
mobile device.
4Tap the “Setup Now” button at the top of the screen.
5Follow the instructions to add the DSW-1H to your
wireless network.
The Wi-Fi settings from your mobile device will be copied to the
DSW-1H via the audio cable.
NOTE
0If you have any problems connecting your HEOS device, jump to the
Troubleshooting section. (v p. 25)
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Adding more HEOS devices
The HEOS wireless multi-room sound system is a true multiroom audio system that automatically synchronizes audio playback between multiple HEOS
devices so that the audio coming from different rooms is perfectly in sync and always sounds amazing! You can easily add up to 32 devices to your HEOS
system.
Adding wired HEOS devices
Just connect the HEOS devices to your home network using an Ethernet cable and the HEOS devices will appear on your HEOS app as a new room in
the “Rooms” screen.
At your convenience, you can assign a name to the HEOS devices to indicate which room you have it placed in.
0Use only a shielded STP or ScTP LAN cable which is easily available at electronics stores (CAT-5 or greater recommended).
0Do not connect a Network Connector directly to the LAN port/Ethernet connector on your computer.
Adding wireless HEOS devices
You can add additional wireless HEOS devices to your HEOS system by selecting “Add Device” from the HEOS app’s settings menu and follow the
instructions:
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Add Device
SettingsMusic
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Connecting devices
Pairing a DSW-1H to a HEOS device
The DSW-1H needs to be paired with another HEOS device.
oPairing DSW-1H to DHT-S716H
1Select the Settings a icon located in the upper left
corner of the main “Music” menu to display the
Settings menu.
2Select the DHT-S716H from "My Devices".
3Select Setup Assistant and add the DSW-1H.
Follow the instructions in the menu to complete the setup.
NOTE
0A DSW-1H can not playback any audio unless it is paired with some other HEOS
device.
0A DSW-1H needs to connect your wireless network before pairing.
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HEOS 3 Left
HEOS 3 Right
HEOS Link
Denon DHT-S716H
Denon DSW-1H
Speakers
Links
Soundbars
Subwoofers
My Devices
Denon DHT-S716H
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Normal
On Table
Name
Network
EQ
Quality
Status Light
Setup Assistant
Placement
TV Input
Denon DHT-S716H
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oPairing DSW-1H to other HEOS device
1Select the currently unpaired DSW-1H.
2Select the HEOS device to be paired.
The DSW-1H will be grouped together with it and will play the deep
bass of the added HEOS device.
The following HEOS devices can be connected like this
0HEOS Amp
0HEOS Link
0HEOS speaker
NOTE
0A DSW-1H can not playback any audio unless it is paired with some other HEOS
device.
0A DSW-1H needs to connect your wireless network before pairing.
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HEOS 1 + HEOS 1
HEOS Amp
Next
Select a HEOS device to pair your
Denon DSW-1H with:
Song Name 2
Song Name 1
HEOS 1 + HEOS 1
HEOS Amp
not paired-tap to conigure
Denon DSW-1H
Drag one room into another to group them
Rooms
Now PlayingMusicRooms
Pair Subwoofer
Denon DSW-1H
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Unpairing the DSW-1H
1Tap the pencil e icon in the upper right corner of the
"Rooms" menu.
2Tap the HEOS device from which to unpair the DSW-1H.
3Select "Disconnect Wireless Subwoofers"．
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HDMI InMusicDenon DHT-S716H
Denon DHT-S716H
Drag one room into another to group them
Rooms
HEOS 3 Left
HEOS 3 Right
HEOS Link Disconnect Wireless Subwoofers
Name Denon DHT-S716H
Edit Group
Disconnect Wireless Surrounds
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Making adjustments
You can adjust specific settings for each of your HEOS device in your
system:
1Select the Settings a icon located in the upper left
corner of the main “Music” menu to display the
Settings menu.
2Select “My Devices” to display a list of your HEOS
devices.
3Select the HEOS device you want to adjust.
Adjusting the Level
1Select “Level”.
2Adjust the level up or down to compensate for the
subwoofer output level.
0You can also configure settings by tapping S in the Now Playing screen.
Adjusting the Low Pass Filter
1Select “Low Pass Filter”.
2Set the frequency cutoff point.
Optimized
(recommended)
Select when using with HEOS speakers.
Optimized values are set to each of the
speakers.
40Hz - 250Hz
(for experts)
When using with other speakers, configure
settings that match the characteristics of the
combined speakers.
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