Cambridge SoundWorks HD P300HD High Definition Powered Subwoofer User Manual

Newton Series®HD P300HD

High Definition Powered Subwoofer User Manual

WARNING

The lightning flash with arrowhead, with­in an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsu­lated “danger
product’s enclosure that may be of suffi­cient magnitude to constitute risk of
electric shock to persons.

ous voltage” within the

WARNING

DO NOT OPEN

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

SUBWOOFER’S COVER. NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilat­eral triangle is intended to aler
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying this
product

AVISIQUE

POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE DE

CHOC ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS

DEMONTER LE COUVERCLE DU
HAUT PARLEUR. AUCUN ENTRE­TIEN DES PIECES INTERIEURES

N’EST REQUIS.TOUT SERVICE

D’ENTRETIEN NE DOIT ETRE

EFFECTUE QUE PAR DU PERSON-

NEL D’ENTRETIEN QUALIFIE.

t the user

READ AND HEED IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING

ON BACK OF SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.

ATTENTION:

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRO
DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE
ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE:

THE SERIAL NUMBER FOR THE SUBWOOFER IS
LOCATED ON THE SUBWOOFER’S CONTROL PANEL.
PLEASE WRITE THIS NUMBER DOWN AND KEEP IT
IN A SECURE AREA. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS – All safety and operating instruc-

tions should be read before the subwoofer is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the subwoofer and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating and use instruc­tions should be followed.

CLEANING – Unplug the subwoofer or control module from
the wall outlet or other power source before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning.

ATTACHMENTS – Do not use any adapters or attachments
not recommended by Cambridge SoundWorks as they may
cause hazards.

ATER AND MOISTURE

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control module near water-for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
or near a swimming pool or other similar areas.

ACCESSORIES – Do not place the subwoofer on an unsta­ble cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The subwoofer
may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and seri­ous damage to the product.

VENTILATION – Slots, openings and metal fins in the cabi­net are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation
of the subwoofer and to prevent it from overheating. These
areas must not be blocked or covered such as by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, very deep pile rug, or other
similar surface. The subwoofer should not be placed in a
built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack.

HEAT – The subwoofer should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

POWER SOURCES – The subwoofer or contr
should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the label. If you ar
power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.

POLARIZATION – The subwoofer is equipped with a polar­ized alter
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to

eplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur-

r
pose of the polarized plug.

POWER-CORD PROTECTION – The AC power cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on. No object should bring weight to bear on to the AC
power cords.

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– Do not use the subwoofer or

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ent line plug (a plug having one blade

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LIGHTNING – For added protection for the subwoofer or
control module during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug

om the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the

them fr
subwoofer or control module due to lightning and power­line surges.

OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can

esult in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never use probes of any
kind to reach into the subwoofer or control module as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the subwoofer, control module or control mod­ule power supply.

SERVICING – Do not attempt to service the subwoofer or
control module yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – Unplug the subwoofer
or control module from the wall outlet or other power
source and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

a) When the power-cord or plug is damaged.

b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

subwoofer or control module.

c) If the subwoofer or control module has been exposed to

rain or water.

d) If the subwoofer or control module does not operate

normally by following the operating instructions; or
exhibits a distinct change in performance.

e) If the subwoofer or contr

damaged in any way.

REPLACEMENT PARTS – When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician uses replacement

ts specified by Cambridge SoundW

par
same characteristics as the original part. Substandard
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other haz­ards.

SAFETY

repairs to the subwoofer or control module, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
subwoofer or contr
tion.

CHECK

- Upon completion of any service or

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INTRODUCTION

Thanks for choosing a Newton HD Series speaker. The
P300 HD features the finest drivers, precision internal
crossover circuitry, and an elegant enclosure design.

The design team at Cambridge SoundW
is no better combination of audiophile-level attention to
detail and reasonable cost.

AFTER UNPACKING

Save the shipping carton and packing material for future use
and transport.

CONTENTS

1. One Subwoofer

2. One power cord

3. Four screw-on feet with nuts and threaded studs

4. Owner’s manual

INSPECTING FOR DAMAGE

Examine each part carefully for shipping damage. If there is
any, do not install or use the speaker. Return the speaker to
the merchant where you made the purchase or call
Cambridge SoundWorks at 1-800 FOR-HIFI (1-800-367-

4434) for assistance.

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