Cerwin-Vega XLS SERIES, XLS-6C, XLS-6, XLS-28, XLS-12 User Manual

XLS SERIES LOUD SPEAKERS

User Manual

CERWIN-VEGA’S LIMITED WARRANTY

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elcome to the family

First off, you have great taste in loudspeakers. At Cerwin-Vega!,
deep bass and great highs are a way of life. Nice to know there
are a few people out there who share our passion for music. You’ll
be glad to know that this company has been in business since

1953. And we consider you to be the newest member of the family.

We hope your speakers give you years of enjoyment. Of course,
in the event of a problem, make sure you familiarize yourself with
this warranty. We like to think that while you’re sitting in front of
your speakers, we’re standing behind them. And now a few choice
words from our lawyer. (Hey, every family has one).

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days after they were completed.

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In order to obtain warranty service, contact your original dealer or
distributor, or an Authorized Cerwin-Vega! Service Center. If, for
some reason, you have trouble locating a service representative,
contact Cerwin-Vega’s Customer Service Department for
assistance:

Cerwin-Vega! Customer Service Dept.
772 S. Military Trail
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

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Cerwin-Vega’s Limited Warranty on residential speakers extends
only to the original purchaser as evidenced by the original
Bill of Sale and only to the residential speakers purchased from
authorized Cerwin-Vega! dealers.

Ten words of advice:

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Cerwin-Vega! warrants that all new residential speakers shall
be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal
and proper use. Cerwin-Vega! agrees to repair or replace (at our
option) all such defective parts at no charge for labor or materials.

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This Limited Warranty does not apply to defective equipment
that: has been altered or repaired by other than factory approved
procedures; has been subjected to negligence, misuse or
accident; has been damaged by improper line voltage; had its
serial number or any part of it altered, defaced, or removed; has
been used for other than home entertainment purposes; or has
been used in a way that is contrary to Cerwin-Vega’s written
instructions.

Except as provided by statute, this Limited Warranty does not
cover losses, consequential or otherwise, resulting from the
improper use of, or inability to operate, any Cerwin-Vega! product.

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Cerwin-Vega’s Limited Warranty extends for a period of five (5)
years for all system speaker components, from date of purchase
as shown on the original Bill of Sale. If a defect exists within the
warranty period, the warranty will not expire until the defect has
been fixed.

The warranty period will also be extended if the warranty repairs
have not been performed due to delays caused by circumstances
beyond the control of the original purchaser, or if the warranty
repairs did not remedy the defect and the original purchaser
notifies Cerwin-Vega! or the original dealer or an Authorized
Cerwin-Vega! Service Center of the failure of the repairs within 30

covered by this Warranty

Retain the original bill of sale, in a safe place!

hat’s covered by this Warranty

hat’s not covered by this Warranty

long does the Warranty extend

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INTRODUCTION

This manual covers operation information for all Loudspeakers in
Cerwin-Vega’s XLS series. Illustrations of control locations and
hook-up wiring may differ in physical appearance and location
than those shown on the actual product you own. However, the
operation information is still the same.

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rior to installation

Unpack your subwoofer, saving the box and packing materials in
case you ever need to transport, ship, or move your subwoofer.
Read carefully the Important Symbols and Safety Instructions
page.

In some cases, the Customer Service Department can
solve a service problem without any return of equipment,
thereby avoiding transit delays. For more information visit

http://www.cerwin-vega.com/service_support.php

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hat if the product must be returned

If the Customer Service Department determines that the
equipment must be returned to Cerwin-Vega! for service, a
Return Authorization will be issued by mail, and the defective
merchandise may be shipped directly to the above address freight
prepaid, along with a copy of both the Return Authorization and the
original Bill of Sale.

The product will be replaced or repaired (at our option) and
returned to the original purchaser. Only the return postage will
be paid by Cerwin-Vega! Cerwin-Vega! will not be responsible for
damage occurring in shipment from the original purchaser or due
to improper packing materials. Remember to pack all equipment
carefully and in the original carton if possible. Additional charges
may be added if new packing materials are required for return
shipment.

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The exercise of any of the provisions under the Limited Warranty
does not affect the protections or remedies of the original
purchaser under other laws. If you have additional questions
about service, write or call the Customer Service Department.
This Limited Warranty applies to all residential speakers, and
supersedes all previous warranty statements. Cerwin-Vega!
reserves the right to make changes in product design and
specifications at any time.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN AND BY APPLICABLE LAW,
CERWIN-VEGA! MAKES NO ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATION
OR WARRANTY OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, DESIGN CONDITION OR
WORKMANSHIP OF THE EQUIPMENT, OR THE QUALITY
OF THE MATERIAL INCLUDED THEREIN, THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE SOLE AND ENTIRE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CERWIN-VEGA! AND THE ORIGINAL
PURCHASER.

Before continuing with installation, please make sure the
subwoofer is unplugged and the power switch is turned OFF.

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nstallation

Please read the remaining pages to determine which installation
procedure is best for your audio video system. For additional
hook-up connections, you may want to refer to your A/V receiver,
processor,or amplifier’s manual.

Save your original packing materials!

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IMPORTANT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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xplanation of graphic symbols

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mportant safety instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN!

DO NOT EXPOSE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE!

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN!

DO NOT EXPOSE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE!

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

The lightning flash with the arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is to alert the user to the presence of
insulated “dangerous voltage” within
the products enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to humans.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRONIC SHOCK - DO NOT
REMOVE COVER.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES
RISQUES DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,
NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE
AUCUN ENTRETIEN DE PIECES
INTERIEURES PAR L’USAGER
CONFIER L’ENTRETIEN AU
PERSONNEL QUALFIE. AVIS: POUR
EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE
OU D’ELECTROCUTION, N’EXPOSEZ
PAS CET ARTICLE A LA PLUIE OU A
L’HUMIDITE.

1. Read and keep these instructions.

2. Heed all warnings and follow instructions

3. Do not use this apparatus near water.

4. Clean only with a dry cloth.

5. Do not block any ventilation openings.

6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.

7. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

8. Use only with a cart, stand, 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.

9. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when a apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled,
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

10. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.

The IEC fuse symbol pictured at the
left represents an approved user
replaceable fuse. When replacing a
fuse, make sure to replace with
only the correct type and rating.
(Only for XLS 28, XLS-12, XLS-15, and
XLS-215.

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