Proficient Audio Systems SS8P User manual

Guidelines
• Use the Speaker Selectors only with amplifiers rated at 125
watts per channel or less.
• The Removable Terminal Connectors on the SS8P and SS4P
accept wire up to 14 AWG. If you are not sure about the
gauge of the wire you intend to use, please consult your
Proficient installing dealer.
• To avoid possible damage to your amplifier, pay careful atten-
tion to the section titled “Operation” on page 3.
• One set of adhesive area labels are included for identifying
the locations of speakers on the front of the Speaker Selector.
• Do not daisy chain (hook the outputs of one selector into the
inputs of another) speaker selectors together.
• Do not connect impedance matching volume controls to the
speaker outputs of the selectors. Standard volume controls,
such as Proficient models VCS60, VC60SIR, VC60SL and VC60AW
should be used if separate room control is desired.
Placement
The suction feet hold the speaker selectors in place when but-
tons are depressed.
SS8P / SS4P
Speaker Selectors
Audio Systems
OWNER’S MANUAL
Proficient Speaker Selectors allow the operation of multiple
pairs of speakers when using one amplifier or receiver. Once
the speakers are connected to the speaker selector, individual
pairs may be turned on or off as desired using the push but-
tons on the front panel. One pair, all pairs or any assortment
of pairs may be played. When engaged, a protection circuit
allows the amplifier to operate safely, even when all selected
speakers are playing. Installation utilizing the Removable
Terminal Connectors makes wiring the selector to your speak-
ers quick and easy. With a simple turn of a screw, wires are
solidly fastened and a secure electrical bond is created. The
process is quick, simple and eliminates the worry of wires
becoming loose.
INTRODUCTION
INSTALLATION
Diagram 1
SS4P
KITCHEN BATH LIVING RM DINING RM
PROTECTION
Area Selector Buttons
Protection Button
Area Label
Suction Feet

Connecting Wires to the Speaker Selector
CAUTION: Please make sure your amplifier or receiver is turned off before proceeding.
The Removable Terminal Connectors simplify connecting the speaker and amplifier wires to the Speaker Selector. (See Diagram 2)
For best results, use speaker wire that is at least 16 gauge. For runs longer than 75 feet, 14 gauge wire is recommended. For best
results, strip all wire insulation no more than 3⁄8" from the end before inserting into the connector.
1. Remove the Terminal Connectors from their locations on the back of the cabinet. This will make it easier to connect the wires.
(See Diagram 3)
2. Connect the wires from the speakers to the appropriate location under “SPEAKERS” on the removable terminals. Please observe
proper polarity (+, –) of the connections. (See Diagram 3)
3. Insert the wired terminal connector into the appropriate speaker output on the back of the speaker selector.
4. Connect the amplifier or receiver speaker output to the appropriate location under ”AMPLIFIER” on the removable terminal.
Please observe proper polarity (+, –) of the connections. (See Diagram 3)
5. Insert the wired terminal connector into the amplifier input on the back of the speaker selector.
Continuous
Protection
AMPLIFIER
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Amplifier
Input
Off On
Speaker
Output
4
Speaker
Output
3
Speaker
Output
2
Speaker
Output
1
Removable Terminal Connectors
for Speaker Wire
Removable Terminal Connector
for Wires from Amplifier or Receiver
Continuous
Protection Switch
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
STEP 1.
Strip speaker wires’ insulation to
3/8" from the end and insert into
proper slot in the Speaker
T
erminal Connector.
STEP 2.
Tighten wire clamp screw
with screwdriver.
STEP 3.
Install Speaker T e rminal
Connector into back of the
Speaker Selector.
STEP 4.
Connect Amp wires to the
Amplifier Te rminal Connector
in the same manner.
SPEAKER WIRE
Diagram 3
Diagram 2
2

3
CAUTION: If the ”AMPLIFIER” and ”SPEAKERS” connections are reversed, a short could result across the amplifier or receiver out-
put terminals, which may seriously damage your amplifier or receiver. Please double-check all connections before turning on
your amplifier or receiver.
Labeling the front of the Speaker Selector (See Diagram 4)
There is one set of adhesive labels included to be used on the front of the Speaker Selector. These labels make it easy to iden-
tify which area has been selected when the button is depressed. There are indentations above each button on the front of the
Selector. Place the appropriate label into each of these locations. If you can't find the label you need, you can create your own by
writing on one of the blank labels using a pen or small marker.
OPERATION
Understanding the Protection Circuit
To prevent damage to your amplifier or receiver, the SS8P and SS4P feature protection circuitry. When engaged, the protection
feature prevents damage from occurring to your amplifier or receiver.
When to Use the Front Mounted Protection Button
The front Protection button (See Diagram 5) should be engaged under the following
circumstances to best protect your amplifier or receiver. Protection is ”ON” when the
button is depressed:
Speakers Selected Front Protection Button
1 or 2 pairs of 8 Ω speakers OFF
3 or more pairs of 8 Ω speakers ON
1 pair of 4 Ω speakers OFF
2 or more pairs of 4 Ω speakers ON
A combination of 4 and 8 Ω speakers ON
When to Use the Rear Mounted Protection Switch
On the back of the selector there is a slide switch labeled ”Continuous Protection”
(See Diagram 6). When this switch is in the ”ON” position, it will override the front
Protection button and assure that the protection circuitry is always on, no matter
what the position of the front button.
This switch should be placed in the ”ON” position if you are concerned that some-
one unfamiliar with the system may fail to properly use the front protection button.
Selecting Speakers
To turn on a pair of speakers, simply depress the button associated with that pair. Please take precautions to make sure that the
amplifier volume is not set at a high level before you depress the button.
SS4P
KITCHEN BATH LIVING RM DINING RM
PROTECTION
Continuous
Protection
AMPLIFIER
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Amplifier
Input
Off On
Speaker
Output
8
Speaker
Output
7
Speaker
Output
6
Speaker
Output
5
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Speaker
Output
4
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Speaker
Output
3
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Speaker
Output
2
SPEAKERS
L+ L- R- R+
Speaker
Output
1
SS4P
KITCHEN BATH LIVING RM DINING RM
PROTECTION
Area Label
Area Selector Button
Diagram 4
Diagram 5
Diagram 6

SPECIfICATIONS
SS4P SS8P
# of Speakers Supported: 4 Pairs 8 Pairs
Power Handling: 125 Watts Per Channel 125 Watts Per Channel
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ±0dB 20Hz - 20kHz ±0dB
Protection: Front Button & Rear Override Switch Front Button & Rear Override Switch
Dimensions (H x W x D): 2
3⁄16" x 83⁄8" x 613⁄32" 23⁄16" x 17" x 613⁄32"
(H 55.562mm x W 212.725mm x D 162.718mm) (H 55.562mm x W 431.800mm x D 162.718mm)
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Proficient Audio Systems warrants to the original retail pur-
chaser only that this Proficient Audio Systems product will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period
of two years, provided the product was purchased from a
Proficient Audio Systems Authorized Dealer. Defective products
must be shipped, together with proof of purchase, prepaid
insured to the Proficient Audio Systems Authorized Dealer from
whom they were purchased, or to the Proficient Audio Systems
factory at the address listed on this installation instruction
manual. Freight collect shipments will be refused. It is prefer-
able to ship this product in the original shipping container to
lessen the chance of transit damage. In any case, the risk or
loss or damage in transit is to be borne by the purchaser. If
upon examination at the Factory or Proficient Audio Systems
Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit was defec-
tive in materials or workmanship at any time during this war-
ranty period, Proficient Audio Systems or the Proficient Audio
Systems Authorized Dealer will, at its option, repair or replace
this product at no additional charge, except as set forth below.
If this model is no longer available and can not be repaired
effectively, Proficient Audio Systems, at its sole option may
replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value.
In some cases where a new model is substituted, a modification
to the mounting surface may be required. If mounting surface
modification is required, Proficient Audio Systems assumes no
responsibility or liability for such modification. All replaced
parts and product become the property of Proficient Audio
Systems Products replaced or repaired under this warranty will
be returned to the original retail purchaser, within a reasonable
time, freight prepaid. This warranty does not include service or
parts to repair damage caused by accident, disaster, misuse,
abuse, negligence, inadequate packing or shipping procedures,
commercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum
of the unit, or service, repair or modification of the product
which has not been authorized or approved by Proficient Audio
Systems. This warranty also excludes normal cosmetic deterio-
ration caused by environmental conditions. This warranty will
be void if the Serial number on the product has been removed,
tampered with or defaced. This warranty is in lieu of all other
expressed warranties. If the product is defective in materials or
workmanship as warranted above, the purchaser’s sole remedy
shall be repair or replacement as provided above. In no event
will Proficient Audio Systems be liable for any incidental or con-
sequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the
product, even if Proficient Audio Systems or a Proficient Audio
Systems Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility
of such damages, or for any claim by any other party. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential
damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply.
All implied warranties on the product are limited to the dura-
tion of this expressed warranty. Some states do not allow limi-
tation on the length of an implied Warranty. If the original retail
purchaser resides in such a state, this limitation does not apply.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
1300 -71000 (rev1)
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