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

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General Information
SW-221 Operation Manual
Ver.: 1.0_UK 12/2017
©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
specifications, dimensions, weights and properties do
not represent guaranteed qualities. As manufacturers
we reserve the right to make alterations and
modifications within the framework of legal provisions,
as well as changes aimed at improving quality.
EXEL ACOUSTICS SL
CL Encinar, 282 – Pol. Ind. Monte Boyal
45950 Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo) Spain
Phone: [phone] Fax:
e-mail: [e-mail] www.tecnare.com

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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
specified by the manufacturer.
6 Use only with the cart, 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.
7 If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the Exel Acoustic, the protection
by the equipment may be impaired.
8 Read all the Product Information document
before exploiting 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.
CAUTION: Rigging should only be done by experience
professionals.
10 This speaker enclosure is capable of
creating a strong magnetic field. 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 vicinity of loudspeaker driven at
high level. Professional loudspeaker
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 firm surface. If you place
several enclosure on top of one another, use
straps to secure them against movement.

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DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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 Voltaje Directive 2006/95/CE
(2) EMC 2004/108/CE
(3) RoHS Directive 2011/65/UE
(4) WEEE Directive 2012/19/UE

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFE INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................2
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD .....................................................................................2
1Introduction....................................................................................................................4
1.1 Welcome to Tecnare ................................................................................................4
1.2 Overview the SW-221Subwoofer ..............................................................................5
1.2 Connections .............................................................................................................5
1.3 Processing and Amplification....................................................................................6
1.4 Operation modes......................................................................................................6
2Loudspeaker Configuration...........................................................................................7
2.1 Standard Operation ..................................................................................................7
2.2 Cardioid Operation ...................................................................................................8
3Configuration..................................................................................................................9
3.1 Connection to T20-44 ...............................................................................................9
4Transport and storage.................................................................................................10
5Technical specifications...............................................................................................11

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1Introduction
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 specifications
of its products and the content of its documents 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): [e-mail]
Thank you again for placing your confidence 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-reflex design to extend the
frequency response down to 27 Hz. It
has two bass-reflex chambers housing
two long excursion neodymium 21-inch
drivers and ultra-wide ports that
drastically 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 systems.
The SW-221 can only be used in
ground stacked configurations as
conventional left/right setups as well as
arranged in a cardioid subwoofer configuration by combining physical deployment and the
suitable preset.
The Tecnare®SW-221 utilizes the all Tecnare T20-44 amplifier power. The Tecnare
T20-44 ensures advanced crossover functions, linearization and protection of the transducers.
Its on-board library offers standard and cardioid presets, each available with two low-pass filters
to accommodate various coupling conditions and low frequency 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 finishes (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.
1.2 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 describe the
electrical connections.
IN speakON®point
1+
1-
2+
2-
Connection
LF +
LF -
NC
NC

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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 conditions of amplifier allow it. Don’t hesitate to contact with our Tecnare
technical support team on [e-mail] by phone [phone]
1.3 Processing and Amplification
Only operate Tecnare loudspeaker with a correctly configured Tecnare preset. Tecnare
offer a complete solution that guarantees the highest level of performance. A complete range of
controllers, amplified and amplified controller with DSP are available to get this objective.
Otherwise, there is a risk of damaging the loudspeaker components.
1.3.1 Processing
There are two options using our digital controllers. Our DP2696 or DP4896. The options
vary depending on the final application. Refer to DP2696 or DP4896 user manual.
1.3.2 Amplification
To power Sub Series, Tecnare recommends amplifiers with the power ratings enough to
feed the loudspeakers. For high power or live applications, it is recommended to
oversize the amplifiers relative to the nominal AES output of the subwoofers. In certain
specific cases it is possible to slightly under-power the subs or loudspeakers as long as
the amplifier 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 amplifiers to not go into clip.
The DP4896 processors also include:
- Thermal protection from power surges or overload
- Excursion displacement protection
The T20-44 amplifier is the ideal companion for maximum performance of the Sub
Series loudspeakers. This amplifier controller with DSP offer a complete both preset and
protection solution for any application.
1.4 Operation modes
The SW-221 loudspeaker can be operated in two operation modes. The operation mode
is chosen in the system amplifier.
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 subwoofer operation in Infra mode is recommended. SW221_60 can be selected. In
Infra mode the upper limit frequency of the subwoofer is significantly lower.

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2Loudspeaker Configuration
2.1 Standard Operation
The standard operation corresponds to the use of subwoofers as single elements or as
standard subwoofer arrays.
In this configuration 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.
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2.2 Cardioid Operation
SW-221 subwoofer can be configured 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 specifically 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 parameter setting of polarity, delay, and
gain. For more information, contact Tecnare Technical Support.
SW-221 Cardioid Configuration

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3Configuration
Tecnare®Sound Systems recommended operating the SW-221 loudspeaker together
Tecnare loudspeaker controllers.
Tecnare®only recommends using preset/amplifier developed by Tecnare, otherwise
there is a risk of damaging the loudspeaker components. DP Series Loudspeaker Controller, PA
Series amplifier and T-Series amplifier are ideal for this purpose.
Ensure that the right preset was selected before connecting the loudspeaker with the
amplifier.
Operating with an incorrect preset can damage part of the loudspeaker.
Ensure that the amplifier is properly size according to requirements. Under-power or
oversize power amplifier without the supervision of an expert may damage the loudspeaker.
Please note the technical specification 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 amplifier 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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4Transport 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 finish 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 manner.
Durable protective covers for one unit and accommodating stacks of two or three units
are optionally available to ensure the SW2-221 is completely road ready.
Other options include weather protection and custom color finishes for fixed installations
and applications with specific cosmetic requirements.
The original packaging don't should use as permanent storage and transport packaging.

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5Technical specifications
SW-221 HIGH-POWER BASS-REFLEX SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS
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 configurations
COMPONENTS
Low Frequency
2 x 21-inch long-excursion cone drivers neodymium magnets, direct radiation, bass-reflex
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 (WxDxH) 1404mm x 835mm x 616mm (55.27” x 32.87” x 24.25”)
Weight 125 Kg. (275.58 lbs)
Application information is presented for guidance only. Exel Acoustics SL reserves the right to make any necessary
changes to the products and the published specifications. As part of the ongoing development program Exel Acoustics
SL tries to maintain the highest degree of product compatibility.

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SW-221 Dimensions

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Reinventing The Rules
©2017
Tecnare Sound Systems. All rights reserved.
SW-221 Operation manual
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