Klipsch RPW-100 User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9, DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10, PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
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. ~
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liqUid 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.
This symbol indicates that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this unit.
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present within
this unit.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture. The product must not be exposed to
dripping and splashing and no object filled with liquids - such as a
vase of flowers - should be placed on the product.
WARNING: Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualrtied
service personnel.
WARNING: This product is intended to be operated ONLY from the
AC Voltages listed on the back panel or included power supply of the
product. Operation from other voltages other than those indicated
may cause irreversible damage to the product and void the product's
warranty. The use of AC Plug Adapters is cautioned because it can
allow the product to be plugged into voltages in which the product
was not designed to operate. If the product is equipped with a
detachable power cord, use only the type provided with your product
or by your local distributor and/or retailer. If you are unsure of the
correct operational voltage, please contact your local distributor
and/or retailer.
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 circum-
stances, 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.
POSITIONING YOUR REFERENCE SERIES SUBWOOFER
Klipsch powered subwoofers are designed to reproduce deep
bass and deliver the impact that makes your movies and music
come alive. Typically optimum performance will result if you
place your subwoofer in a corner of the room on the same wall
as your front channel speakers (Refer to Figures 1 and 2). Please
note that room placement can have a dramatic effect upon 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
find 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 amplifier to an AC
power outlet.
CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS
CAUTION: Turn off your amplifier and your subwoofer before
making any connections. Do not connect both "High Level"
and "Line Level" inputs at the same time as damage to your
equipment could result!
No naked flame sources - such as candles - should be placed on the
product.
WARNING: The AC main plug should be located such that it remains
readily operable by the user.
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"LINE IN" - This input is designed as the standard or default
input for the subwoofer. It accepts signals from the Left and
Right channel pre-amp, subwoofer or LFE outputs of your
electronics via the RCA jack inputs. Connect to the "RIGHT' and
or "LEFT/LFE" inputs on the subwoofer's rear panel (Refer to
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Figure 3). Use a high quality, shielded cable for best results. This
can be in place of the conventional speaker wire connections
("HIGH LEVEL IN").
"HIGH LEVEL" - The RPW- 10 powered subwoofer can
alternately be connected to the main channel speaker outputs
of your electronics via the "HIGH LEVEL IN" connectors on the
subwoofer's rear panel. Using 16-gauge or larger speaker wire,
connect the RED "positive" (+) terminal of your amplifier's LEFT
channel to the RED (+) terminal of your subwoofer's LEFT
channel input ("HIGH LEVEL IN"). Connect the BLACK "negative"
(-) terminal of your amplifier's LEFT channel to the BLACK
"negative" (-) terminal of your subwoofer's LEFT channel input
("HIGH LEVEL IN"). Repeat this procedure for connecting your
amplifier's RIGHT channel to your subwoofer's RIGHT channel
input (Refer to Figure 4). Take care that no bare wires from any
of the connections touch any other terminals as this could
damage your equipment.
"HIGH LEVEL OUT" - Connect your Left and Right channel
speakers to these terminals instead of those on your amplifier if
it is more convenient than connecting them directly to your
amplifier. These outputs pass through a full range (unfiltered)
signal. This requires that the subwoofer is connected to your
amplifier with the "HIGH LEVEL IN," speaker level terminals
(Refer to Figure 4).
"LOW PASS" (LP) CROSSOVER - The crossover allows the
user to select the upper-frequency cutoff of the subwoofer. The
frequency is selectable from 40- 120Hz. Frequencies above the
control's setting are filtered out, allowing you to blend the
subwoofer's output with that of your main speakers. If the
low pass filter function is being provided by your speaker's
electronics, set the "LOW PASS" control to 120Hz.
"GAIN" - This control serves as a volume control for the
subwoofer. It is used to match the output level of the subwoofer
to your main speakers. The volume control on your system's
main amplifier or pre-amplifier will be the overall volume control
for your subwoofer and full range speakers.
"PHASE" 0/180 - This control is used to acoustically match the
subwoofer's output to your main speakers. Select the position,
either O· or 180·, in which your subwoofer has more output at
the listening position.
"POWER" ON/OFF- This is the main AlC power switch for the
subwoofer. This switch must be in the "ON" position for the
subwoofer to operate and for the "AUTO/ON" switch to function.
Set this switch to the "OFF" position if the subwoofer will not be
used for an extended period of time (i.e. vacation).
"AUTO/ON" - When this switch is in the "AUTO" position, the
subwoofer will automatically turn "on" when it senses a signal.
It will automatically turn "off" after 20 minutes with no signal.
When this switch is in the "ON" position, the subwoofer will
remain "on" as long as the "POWER" ON/OFF switch is in the
"ON" position.
Power LED indicator- Located on the rear amplifier panel, this
LED indicates the operating status of the built-in amplifier. The
LED will light red when the amplifier is in standby mode and
green when the amplifier is on and receiving a signal. For more
information on the controls mentioned in this manual and on
bass management, see your dealer or visit www.klipsch.com.
CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR POWERED SUBWOOFER
Your subwoofer has a durable vinyl finish that should only require
dry dusting or cleaning with a dry cloth. Avoid the use of abrasive
or solvent-based cleaners and harsh detergents. The brush
attachment of your vacuum should remove any dust from your
subwoofer enclosure.
WARRANTY - U.S. AND CANADA ONLY
The Warranty below is valid only for sales to consumers in the
United States or Canada. KLiPSCH, L.L.C. ("KLIPSCH") warrants this
product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship (sub-
ject to the terms set forth below) for a period of five (5) years from
the date of purchase. During the Warranty period, KLiPSCH will
repair or replace (at KLiPSCH's option) this product or any defective
parts (excluding electronics and amplifiers). For products that have
electronics or amplifiers, the Warranty on those parts is for a period
of two (2) years from the date of purchase.
To obtain Warranty service, please contact the KLiPSCH authorized
dealer from which you purchased this product. Proof of purchase in
the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice, which is evidence that
this product is within the Warranty period, must be presented or
included to obtain Warranty service. This Warranty is invalid if (a) the
factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from this
product or (b) this product was not purchased from a KLiPSCH
authorized dealer. You may call1-800-KLIPSCH to confirm that you
have an unaltered serial number and/or you purchased from a
KLiPSCH authorized dealer.
This Warranty is only valid for the original purchaser and will
automatically terminate prior to expiration if this product is sold or
otherwise transferred to another party.
This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to
misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God, accident, commercial use or
modification of, or to any part of, the product. This Warranty does
not cover damage due to improper operation, maintenance or
installation, or attempted repair by anyone other than KLiPSCH or a
KLiPSCH dealer which is authorized to do KLiPSCH warranty work.
Any unauthorized repairs will void this Warranty. This Warranty does
not cover product sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS.

REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.
KLiPSCH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages or implied warranties so the above
exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state
to state.
WARRANTY OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
The Warranty on this product if it is sold to a consumer outside of
the United States or Canada shall comply with applicable law and
shall be the sole responsibility of the distributor that supplied this
product. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact
the dealer from which you purchased this product, or the distributor
that supplied this product.
FCC AND CANADA COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:
Note: 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 installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-
nications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician
for help.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment
under FCC rules.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe Best conforme a la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
Eligible to bear the CE mark, Conforms to European Union Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC; Conforms to European Union EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC and 2004/108/EC.

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