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Operation Manual
HIGH-POWER BASS-REFLEX INFRA SUBWOOFER
SW-221
SUB Series

General Information
SW-221 Operation Manual
Ver.: 2.1_UK 04/2019
©EXEL ACOUSTICS SL; all right reserved
The information contained in this manual has been carefully
checked for accuracy, at the time of going to press, however
no guarantee is given with respect to the correctness.
Exel Acoustics SL accepts no responsibility for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this manual or the products
and software described in it. Technical specications, dimen-
sions, weights and properties do not represent guaranteed
qualities. As manufacturers we reserve the right to make
alterations and modications within the framework of legal
provisions, as well as changes aimed at improving quality.
EXEL ACOUSTICS SL
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45950 Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo) Spain
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IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using our product, be sure to carefully read the manual and safe Instructions. Keep this document with the device all time.
1. Read these instructions
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS as well DANGER and
OBLIGATION warnings.
5. Only use attachments / accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
6. Use only with the cart, 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 combi-
nation to avoid injury from tip-over.
7. If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by the
Exel Acoustic, the protection by the equipment may be im-
paired.
8. Read all the Product Information document before exploit-
ing the system.
9. Read the Rigging Manual before installing the system. Use
the rigging accessories described in the rigging manual an
follow the associated procedures.
10. This speaker enclosure is capable of creating a strong mag-
netic eld. Please use caution around the enclosure with
data storage devices such as phones, computers or hard
drivers.
11. Handles are for moving the system only.
12. Beware of sound levels. Never stand in the immediate vi-
cinity of loudspeaker driven at high level. Professional loud-
speaker systems are capable of causing a sound pressure
level (SPL) detrimental to human health. Hearing damage
can also occur with prolonged exposure to sound: 8h at 90
dB(A), 30 min at 110 dB(A), less than 4 min at 130 dB(A)
Source: European Directive relating to the assessment and
management of noise 2002/49/CE
13. When setting up the loudspeaker or loudspeaker stand,
make sure they are standing on a rm surface. If you place
several enclosure on top of one another, use straps to se-
cure them against movement.
14.
CAUTION: Rigging should only be done by experience
professionals.

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SYMBOL USED
Important operating
instructions
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mation
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EXEL ACOUSTICS SL
CL Encinar, 282. Polígono Industrial Monte Boyal. 45950 – Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo), España (Spain).
Declara que el producto SW-221 y sus respectivas opciones, cumple con las Directivas:
Declare under our sole responsibility that devices in the SW-221 range of products, comply with relating
Directives:
(1) Directiva de Baja Tensión - 2006/95/CE
(2) Directiva de Compatibilidad Electromagnética - 2004/108/CE
(3) Directiva RoHS - 2011/65/UE
(4) Directiva RAEE - 2012/19/UE
(1) Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/CE
(2) EMC 2004/108/CE
(3) RoHS Directive 2011/65/UE
(4) WEEE Directive 2012/19/UE
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS ________________________ 4
SYMBOL USED_________________________________________ 5
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD________________________ 6
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY _________________________ 6
1. INTRODUCTION ______________________________________ 8
1.1. Welcome to Tecnare ___________________________ 8
1.2. Overview the SW-221Subwoofer__________________ 9
1.3. Connections__________________________________ 9
1.4. Processing and amplication_____________________ 10
1.5. Operation modes ______________________________ 10
2. Loudspeaker Setup ____________________________________ 11
2.1. Standard Operation ____________________________ 11
2.2. Cardioid Operation_____________________________ 12
3. LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTION__________________________ 13
3.1. Connection to T20-44 __________________________ 13
4. Transport and storage __________________________________ 14
5. Technical specications _________________________________ 15

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Welcome to Tecnare
Thank you for choosing the high-quality Tecnare® SW-221 System “Made in Spain” from EXEL
ACOUSTICS SL.
Please spare a little time to study the contents of this manual, so that you obtain the best possible
performance from this unit.
All Tecnare® products are carefully engineered for world-class performance and reliability.
If you would like further information about this or any other Tecnare® product, please contact us. We
look forward to helping you in the near future.
As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards, Exel Acoustics SL as manufacturer
of Tecnare® products reserve the right to change the specications of its products and the content of its doc-
uments without prior notice.
Updates and supplementary information are available on the Tecnare® website:
http://www.tecnare.com
Tecnare Technical Support is available at:
• (T): [phone] - [phone]
• (e-mail): [email protected]
Thank you again for placing your condence in Tecnare® products.

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1.2. Overview the SW-221Subwoofer
The Tecnare® SW-221 is a high power, high output
low frequency system that sets a new standard in the sound
reinforcement. It can be used to supplement any Tecnare
subwoofer system and extend the low frequency response
down to 27 Hz.
The SW-221 cabinets are a 1-way bass-reex
design to extend the frequency response down to 27 Hz. It
has two bass-reex chambers housing two long excursion
neodymium 21-inch drivers and ultra-wide ports that drasti-
cally reduce low-frequency turbulence with low distortion.
The SW-221 is designed to streamline setup a
deliver maximum result in minimum time uniting features
unique to deliver solutions for rental and installations sys-
tems.
The SW-221 can only be used in ground stacked
congurations as conventional left/right setup as well as ar-
ranged in a cardioid subwoofer conguration by combining physical deployment and the suitable preset.
The Tecnare® SW-221 utilizes the all Tecnare T20-44 amplier power. The Tecnare T20-44 ensures ad-
vanced crossover functions, linearisation and protection of the transducers. Its on-board library offers standard and
cardioid presets, each available with two low-pass lters to accommodate various coupling conditions and low fre-
quency requirements. Do not used this options is a risk of damaging the loudspeaker components.
The cabinet is assembled from 18mm ply Baltic birch and has an impact and weather resistant paint nishes
(Polyurea Protection), properly braced for the intended use. The front of the cabinet is protected by a hex-stamped
steel grille with acoustical black mesh protective and each side panel incorporate four recessed handlers. Bottom
runners ensure safe stacking and protecting the bottom panel against scratching.
The connectors are Neutrik NL4. Four 100mm blue rubber wheels are available to mount at the rear panel of
the cabinet for transportation.
1.3. Connections
SW-221 loudspeaker utilizes Neutrik® SpeakON® connectors. There are two
NLT4 connectors on the rear of each SW-221 and one NLT4 connector on the front.
These connectors mate with Neutrik NL-4 or NL-4 compatible in-line cable connectors.
Only two pins of both connectors are wired in parallel. The following subsections de-
scribe the electrical connections.
The SW-221 uses the pin assignment 1+/1+. Under special order, the customer
can required the assignments 2+/2- and appoint the pin 1+/1- to TOP cabinets.
CAUTION: Only should use the second connector (link) to connect to a second cabinet when the power con-
ditions of amplier allow it. Don’t hesitate to contact with our Tecnare technical support team on
[email protected] or by phone [phone]
IN SpeakON port 1+ 1- 2+ 2-
Connection LF+ LF- NC NC

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1.4. Processing and amplication
Only operate Tecnare loudspeaker with a correctly congured Tecnare preset. Tecnare offer a complete
solution that guarantees the highest level of performance. A complete range of controllers, amplied and amplied
controller with DSP are available to get this objective. Otherwise, there is a risk of damaging the loudspeaker com-
ponents.
1.4.1. Processing
The Tecnare DP4896 is the approved processor for use with the SW-221 loudspeaker. Refer to DP4896
user manual.
1.4.2. Amplication
To power Sub Series, Tecnare recommends ampliers with the power ratings enough to feed the loud-
speakers. For high power or live applications, it is recommended to oversize the ampliers relative to
the nominal AES output of the subwoofers. In certain specic cases it is possible to slightly under-power
the subs or loudspeakers as long as the amplier will not be driven to its limits.
In any case, the Tecnare processors should be deployed in front of the amp to ensure that the ampliers
to not go into clip.
The DP4896 processors also include:
- Thermal protection from power surges or overload
- Excursion displacement protection
The T20-44 amplier is the ideal companion for maximum performance of the Sub Series loudspeakers. This
amplier controller with DSP offer a complete both preset and protection solution for any application.
1.5. Operation modes
The SW-221 loudspeaker can be operated in two operation modes. The operation mode is chosen in the
system amplier.
i. Upper limit frequency at 75Hz
When the cabinet are located remotely from other Tecnare cabinet or when neither other subwoofer is
being used operation with at 75Hz is recommended (SW221_75).
ii. Upper limit frequency at 60Hz. Infra mode
If the SW-221 is used for extending the lower limit frequency and the cabinets are close to other sub-
woofer operation in Infra mode is recommended. SW221_60 can be selected. In Infra mode the upper
limit frequency of the subwoofer is signicantly lower.

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2. Loudspeaker Setup
2.1. Standard Operation
The standard operation corresponds to the use of subwoofers as single elements or as standard subwoofer
arrays.
In this conguration the system operates with an omni-directional or quasi-omni-directional directivity pattern.
The (SW221_60) and (SW221_75) factory presets provide to the subwoofers an upper frequency limit at
60Hz and 75Hz respectively in order to optimize the coupling with main system or if other subwoofer are being used.
Fig.3 SW-221 Standard Operation

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2.2. Cardioid Operation
SW-221 subwoofer can be congured in cardioid arrays to reduce the amount of output heard behind the
subwoofers. Subwoofer cardioid arrays are archived by placing three units coplanar to each other with one unit facing
the opposite direction. The output of the reversed subwoofer cancels the output of the other subwoofers normally
present behind the units.
Tecnare has specically designed cardioid presets (SW221_60i and SW221_75i). However, we recommend
calculating the appropriate ratio of forward to rear facing loudspeakers, as well as the measurement of required pa-
rameter setting of polarity, delay, and gain. For more information, contact Tecnare Technical Support.
Fig. 4 Cardioid Conguration

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3. LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTION
Tecnare® Sound Systems recommended operating the SW-221 loudspeaker together Tecnare loudspeaker
controllers.
Tecnare® only recommends using preset/amplier developed by Tecnare, otherwise there is a risk of damag-
ing the loudspeaker components. DP Series Loudspeaker Controller, PA Series amplier and T-Series amplier are
ideal for this purpose.
Ensure that the right preset was selected before connecting the loudspeaker with the amplier.
Operating with an incorrect preset can damage part of the loudspeaker.
Ensure that the amplier is properly size according to requirements. Under-power or oversize power amplier
without the supervision of an expert may damage the loudspeaker.
Please note the technical specication section.
3.1. Connection to T20-44
MAXIMUM OF 04 ENCLOSURES PER T20-44
01 x SW-221 can be connected to each output channel on the T20-44. Therefore, a single T20-44 am-
plier controller can drive up to 04 enclosures.
See the preset manual connect the reverse subwoofer to use the cardioid preset.
Impedance load: 4Ω for 1 enclosure.

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4. Transport and storage
As the Tecnare SW-221 loudspeaker weighs over 125kg (275,58 lbs), four people are needed to move and
transport the unit.
To transport the unit whit a single person, Tecnare recommends using the optional wheels on the rear of the
unit.
For touring and portable systems, the SW-221 can travel in stacks of up three units with an optional caster
frame.
When transporting and storing the unit, it is important to ensure that the nish and front steel grille of the
loudspeaker are not damaged. Moisture can penetrate through exposed wood surfaces and cause the wood to swell.
A bent or broken front grille will no longer adequately protect the sensitive speaker membranes.
In addition, appreciable dust deposits may considerably impair the functionality of a loudspeaker membrane.
For this reason, the loudspeakers should be transported and stored in a safe, careful, dry and largely dust-free man-
ner.
Durable protective covers for one unit and accommodating stacks of two or three units are optionally availa-
ble to ensure the SW2-221 is completely road ready.
Other options include weather protection and custom colour nishes for xed installations and applications
with specic cosmetic requirements.
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Specications
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5. Technical specications
SW-221 HIGH-POWER BASS-REFLEX SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS
Application information is presented for guidance only. Exel Acoustics SL reserves the right to make any necessary changes to
the products and the published specications. As part of the ongoing development program Exel Acoustics SL tries to maintain the
highest degree of product compatibility
ACOUSTICAL
Operating Frequency Range
27Hz -90 Hz±4dB, measured on axys. 30Hz-80Hz Recommended operating frequency range.
27Hz-75Hz Normal Mode; 27Hz-60Hz Infra Mode
Response depends on loading conditions and room acoustics
Axial Sensitivity 104 dB (1w/1m)
Calculated SPL 139 dB continuous/145 Peak
Nominal Dispersion 360º for a single unit; varies with number of units and congurations
COMPONENT
Low Frequency
2 x 21-inch long-excursion cone drivers neodymium magnets, direct radiation, bass-reex
Nominal impedance: 8Ω/loudspeaker
Voice coil size: 4.5-inch
Power Handling Capability: 3400 W AES / 6800 W continuous
Note: Power Handling measured using AES Standards= 2 hours test
made with continuous pink noise signal (6 db crest factor).
AUDIO INPUT
Connectors IN: 1 x NL4 SpeakON® LINK: 1 x NL4 SpeakON® IN: 1 x NL4 SpeakON® at front
Wiring Pin 1+/-: LF+/- ; Pin 2+/- :N.C.; Optional wiring: Pin 1+/-: Parallel; Pin 2+/-: LF+/-
PHYSICAL
Enclosure 18mm birch plywood. Finished in Polyurea surface
Protective Grille Powder-coated hex-stamped perforated steel with acoustically transparent black mesh
Dimensions 1404mm x 835mm x 616mm (55.27” x 32.87” x 24.25”)
Weight 125 Kg. (275.58 lbs)

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