Landscape Vibrations LV-SB6 User manual

STEREO SPEAKER SELECTORS
USER MANUAL
LV-SB6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
When using this product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
electric shock, including the following:
1 - Speaker Selector
1 - This instruction manual
IMPORTANT SAFTY PRECAUTIONS
What’s Included
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Important Safety Precautions..............................................................................................
What’s Included...................................................................................................................
Introduction..........................................................................................................................
Front Panel..........................................................................................................................
Rear Panel...........................................................................................................................
Typical Hook up...................................................................................................................
Installation Tips....................................................................................................................
Installation............................................................................................................................
Operation.............................................................................................................................
Trouble Shooting..................................................................................................................
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................
Limited Warranty..................................................................................................................
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- Read and understand all instructions.
- Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product.
- Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
- To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Do not use near a bath tub,
wash bowl, sink, or laundry tub; do not use in a wet basement or in a swimming pool.
- To avoid electrical shock, do not open the case of this product.
- The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, etc.

INTRODUCTION
CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL
• Connect and control up to 6 independent zones with Dual Source (A or B Master Switch)
• Automatic, adjustable (internal) impedance matching protection circuitry
• 6 individual Rotary Style Internal volume controls with 12-step 54dB attenuation
• Easily labeled, front-mounted slotted push on/off button control
• Heavy-duty, removable input/output connectors accept up to 14ga speaker cable
• Isolated left/right circuit grounds for amplifiers with floating grounds or bridged configurations
• Advanced design for easy installation and hassle-free operation
• Brushed aluminum front faceplate
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LV-SB6
6-Zone Speaker Selector with Dual Source (A or B) Operation,
Internal Volume Controls and Adjustable Impedance Matching
The speaker selector series has been designed to let you add speakers around your home or office while
maintaining a central control. Turn them on and off and adjust the volume without requiring additional
amplifiers.
1.Master Source Switch (Select A or B)
2.Rotary Style Volume Control Knob 6 total one for each Zone Six Individual Zone
3.Six Individual Zone On/Off, Slotted buttons for easy labeling
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REAR PANEL:
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3. One Source A and B Input, Removable Connector
4. Three Output Removable Connectors, Zones 1 & 2, Zones 3 &4 and Zones 5 & 6
TYPICAL HOOKUP:
• Dual Source; choice of A or B Input, Master A or B Switch on front panel
• Three Dual Zone Connectors, Stereo Right and Left Positive and Negative Connections
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SPEAKER A
RIGHT LEFT SOURCE B
SPEAKER A
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Recommend using CL3/FT4 Rated
Speaker Wire Approved for In-wall
Installations...
Available in 2 and 4 conductor
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INSTALLATION TIPS
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·Tightly twist the end of the wire so that there are no frayed
wires.
• For wiring convenience, unplug connectors from the connec-
tor block. Verify that there are no wire frays. •Insert wire and
tighten the terminal screw using a small screwdriver. Connect
the wires from the speaker output from your receiver or
amplifier to the LV-SB6 terminals marked AMPLIFIER. Pay
attention and connect the “+” output from the right front output
on the amplifier to the right “+” input on the LV-SB6 and
connect the “-” output from your amplifier to the “-” input on the
LV-SB6. Likewise, connect the left channel wires to the left
input of the LV-SB6.
• Next, connect the wires from each of the speakers to the
corresponding connection on the LV-SB6. If you are using a
second amplifier, connect it to the AMP B terminal. Plug
connectors back into the unit. Warning: Be sure connectors are
plugged in correctly – do not shift over one pin.
• Landscape Vibrations recommends using 16 AWG gauge stranded wire. For runs longer than 50’, 14 gauge is recommended.
• You can mix 4, 6, 8 and 16 ohm speakers.
• Since speakers have different efficiencies, more efficient speakers will sound louder than less efficient speakers. Select
speakers with the same efficiencies (I.e., sensitivity: a typical measurement is 90 dB/watt)
• Wire according to state and local laws. Most states or counties require in-wall speaker wire with a specific “CL” fire rating.
CL2 is for Residential only; CL3 is approved for both Residential and Commercial applications. This cable is available from
Landscape Vibrations or consult your dealer.
Keep the speaker wiring from running close to AC power wiring for safety and to avoid any noise pick up.
INSTALLATION
Make sure your receiver or power amplifier is turned off before
doing any wiring.
• When connecting wire, use a wire stripper and strip 3/8” of
insulation from the end of the wire.
To avoid short circuits and
possible amplifier damage, do not strip too much insulation
from the wire.

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OPERATION
For initial connection, Landscape Vibrations recommends selecting one speaker pair located closest to the room where you are
operating the LV-SB6. Select this speaker pair and turn on your receiver/amplifier. Make sure sound is coming from both
speakers. Before you turn on additional speakers, read the information below.
This Volume Control is a passive device (no power supply) that takes a signal from the source and allows you to attenuate or
turn the sound down. It does not add or increase the gain. Its main function is to provide impedance matching of your speakers
to the amplifier or receiver to which the LV-SB6 is connected. This is especially important when playing more than two pair of
speakers at once. Each internal volume control has impedance jumpers that allow users to select 1X, 2X, 4X or 8X. These
settings correspond to the number of speaker pairs you will be adding to each zone and should be adjusted accordingly. The
default is 4X for each. Changing the settings involves removing the cover of the Speaker Selector. If you have a question
regarding changing these jumper settings you should first call our tech support at Landscape Vibrations to walk you through the
procedure.
Level Controls: Turning the level control fully counterclockwise will reduce the level of sound to fully muted. Turning the level
control clockwise will increase the volume in approximately 3 dB to 6 dB increments (depending on which of the 12 steps for a
total of 54dB). Note: Even though there is no sound coming out of the speakers when turned fully counterclockwise, the Volume
Control is still engaged and drawing signal to its transformers. Landscape Vibrationso recommends using the on/off switch for
the respec-tive zone to fully turn the Volume Control off
Note: Refer to your amplifier or receiver’s user manual or on the rear panel of the unit to determine the minimal speaker imped-
ance that your amplifier can handle.