Sony SA-W441 User manual

S ONY. 3-758-223-22(1)
SA-W441/SA-W442/SA-W541/SA-W542
Active Super Woofer
Operating Instructions
To
prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
For
the
connections
and
the
operations
of
this
unit,
please
not
expose
the
unit to
rain
or
see
the
"Operating
Instruction"
of
HCD-441
or
HCD-541.
moisture.
CAUTION
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OO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
* The graphical symbols are on the rear enclosure.
Owner's Record
The model and serial number is located at the rear. Record
this serial number in the space provided below. Refer to
these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
SA-W441/SA-W442 Serial No.
SA-W541/SA-W542 Serial No.
© 1994 by Sony Corporation

Precautions
On safety
© Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.
® Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug
it and have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
© Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used
for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord,
pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
On installation
¢ Place the unit on a level surface.
© Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources such
as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
¢ Good air circulation is essential to prevent internal heat
buildup in the unit. Place the unit in a location with
adequate air circulation. Do not cover the ventilation holes
on the rear panel.
On cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol
or benzine.
On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and the packing material. It
makes an ideal container to transport the unit in.
If you have any question or problem concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
For detailed precautions, see the leaflet "IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS".
Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
With 8-ohm loads, both channels driven,
from 70 - 20,000 Hz; rated 100 watts per
channel minimum RMS power, with less than
0.9% total harmonic distortion from 250
milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
Overall output
SA-W441/W442; 120 W + 120 W (front, at 1 kHz, 8 ohms)
40 W (super woofer, at 40 Hz, 4 ohms)
SA-W541/W542: 120 W + 120 W (front, at rear/center off
at 1 kHz, 8 ohms)
20 W + 20 W (rear, at center off at 1 kHz,
8 ohms)
40 W (center, at rear off at 1 kHz, 6 ohms)
40 W (super woofer, at rear/center off at
40 Hz 4 ohms)
Harmonic distortion
SA-W441/W442: Less than 0.9 % (at 1 kHz, 8 ohms loads,
front: 120 W + 120 W, super woofer off)
SA-W541/W542: Less than 0.9 % (at 1 kHz, 8 ohms loads,
front: 120 W + 120 W, rear/center/
super woofer.off)
oe
ONT SPEAKERS:
Accept speakers of 8 - 16 ohms
REAR SPEAKERS:
(SA-W541 /W542)
Accept speakers of 8 - 16 ohms
CENTER SPEAKER:
(SA-W541/ me oe endean
t speaker of 6 - 16 ohms
HEADPHONES: cedars
Accepts low and high impedance
Headphones
Speaker section
Type
shielded design)
Speaker unit Woofer: 20 cm (8 inches) cone type
Reproduction Hemera e
to 150 Hz
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
SA-W441/W442; 230 W
SA-W541/W542: 280 W
Active lah woofer (magnetically
Dimensions Approx. 500 x 475 x 475 mm (w/h/d)
(19°/, x 18°/, x 18°/, inches)
7 (including projecting parts and controls)
ass
SA-W441/W442: Approx. 30.3 kg (66 lb 13 oz)
SA-W541/W542: Approx. 31.0 kg (68 lb 6 oz)