Klipsch R-80SWi User manual

USER MANUAL
R-80SWi
SUBWOOFERS

REFERENCE(n):
1. THE STANDARD, THE BENCHMARK, THE
POINT USED FOR COMPARISON
2. THE EMBODIMENT OF THE LEGENDARY
KLIPSCH SOUND
LOUD AND PROUD SINCE 1946
In 1946, Paul W. Klipsch revolutionized the audio industry by creating
our proprietary horn technology and the acoustic principles that are
the driving force behind our highly acclaimed signature sound.
Today, we remain true to PWK’s vision and pack the better part of
a century’s worth of sweat and genius into every product we make.
These speakers are the result of our obsession with that aural
perfection. Experience the power, detail and emotion of Klipsch
Reference. We are the Keepers of the Sound®.

1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
10. USE ONLY with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart\apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no
objects lled with liquids, such as vases are placed on the apparatus.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of unisulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
WARINING: No naked ame sources —such as candles —should be placed on the
product.
INSPECTION
We want your new speaker system to look as good as it did leaving the factory!
Please check promptly for any transit damage. Carefully unpack your new
speaker system and verify the components against the packing list. In extreme
circumstances, items may have become damaged in transit. If any damage
is discovered, notify the delivery service and dealer where the system was
purchased. Make a request for inspection, and follow their instructions for
evaluation. Be sure to keep the product’s original shipping carton.
CARE & CLEANING
Your speakers have a durable nish that should only require dry
dusting or cleaning with a dry cloth. Avoid the use of abraisive or
solvent-based cleaners and harsh detergents. The brush attach-
ment of your vaccm should remove any dust from your speakers
grilles.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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POSITIONING YOUR REFERENCE SUBWOOFER
Klipsch powered subwoofers are designed to reproduce deep bass and deliver the
impact that makes your movies and music come alive. For optimum performance,
place your subwoofer in a corner of the room on the same wall as your front
channel speakers. (refer to Figure 1). Please note that room placement can
have a dramatic effect on the performance of your powered subwoofer. Corner
placement, as suggested above, will increase the amount of bass output, while
placing the subwoofer along the middle of a wall, or out in the room will decrease
the amount of bass output. Experiment with a number of different placement
options and control settings to nd the one that best suits your particular room
and taste. When choosing your subwoofer’s location, keep in mind that you will
need to connect the subwoofer’s built-in amplier to an AC power outlet.
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FIGURE 1
SPEAKER PLACEMENT IN LISTENING AREA
6’ - 15’
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SUBWOOFER
CAUTION: Ensure that the subwoofer is unplugged from the AC wall outlet before
making any connections. In the absence of a subwoofer output on your receiver (if
provided) to the Left/LFE and right input on the suwoofer.
1) POWER LED: Located on the front bafe, this LED indicates the operating status of
the built-in amplier. The LED will light green when the amplier is on and receiving a
signal. If the LED is dark and not lit, the amplier is off. For more information on the
controls mentioned in this manual and on bass management, see your dealer or visit
www.klipsch.com
2) POWER SWITCH: When this switch is in the “ON/AUTO” position, the subwoofer will
automatically turn “on” when it senses a signal. It will automatically go into “standby
mode” after 15-20 minutes with no signal. When this switch is in the “OFF” position,
the subwoofer will remain “off” until the switch is manually turned back to the “ON/
AUTO” position.
3) GAIN: If your subwoofer is connected to a Subwoofer Output of a surround receiver,
rst set the subwoofer volume level control in the receiver to the “half way” or “0 dB”
position. Then increase the volume (or gain) of the subwoofer up until the subwoofer’s
volume level matches the output of your main speakers. After this setup is completed,
the volume control on your system’s main amplier or pre-amplier will be the volume
control for both your subwoofer and speakers together. If your subwoofer is connected
to the L/R Pre-Amp Outputs of a receiver there will be no subwoofer volume in that
receiver to set before setting the subwoofer’s gain control.
4) “LOWPASS” CONTROL: The crossover point chosen determines where low
bass frequencies are “handed off” from the speakers to the subwoofer. If setting
the crossover point in the receiver, turn the Lowpass Filter knob on the subwoofer
to the farthest point right (160Hz). Set the crossover point based on the size of
the main left/right speakers you are using in the system. As a general rule, for
larger, oorstanding speakers, set the crossover point between 50Hz-90Hz. If
using small bookshelf or “satellite” speakers for the mains, set the crossover point
between 90Hz-150Hz. The smaller the speaker, the higher the setting until the bass
frequencies blend well between the speakers and your subwoofer once your system
is completely hooked up. If your receiver does not have a crossover point setting, set
the Lowpass Filter on the subwoofer instead within the same recommended settings
(see receiver manual for additional speaker setup info).
5) “PHASE” 0/180: This control is used to acoustically match the subwoofer’s output
to your main speakers. Select the position either 0˚ or 180˚ in which your subwoofer
has more output at the listening position.
Serial No.
Designed with pride in Indianapolis
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules
and Industy Canada License-exempt RSS-210.
Operation is subject to following two
conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received. including interferencethat may cause
undesired operation.
Made in China
3502 WoodviewTrace
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Model: R-8SW
LFE40Hz
80Hz 120Hz
ON
0°
180°
AUTO
OFF
MIN 11
GAIN LOW PASS
(Hz)
PHASE
LINE IN
/LFE
R
L
100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
2A
AC IN
SYNC
1) POWER LED
2) POWER SWITCH
3) GAIN
4) LOWPASS CONTROL
5) PHASE
1
25
3
4

100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
2A
AC IN
LFE
LINE OUT
SYNCSYNC SYNC
WIRELESS CONNECTION
RE-CONNECT HOLD 3 SECONDS FLASHING BLUE SOLID BLUE
1 2 3

100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
2A
AC IN
/LFE
LINE IN
R
L
CABLE NOT INCLUDED
LEFT
RIGHT
PRE OUT
100-240V ~ 50/60Hz
2A
AC IN
LFE
LINE OUT
/LFE
LINE IN
R
L
CABLE NOT INCLUDED
WIRED CONNECTION
WIRED CONNECTION