Hitachi HSHSM1EBS User Manual

System Connections Hitachi HS-HSM 1E/BS

CONNECTING THE LOUDSPEAKERS

+

L

-

R

L++

--SURROUN

D

CENTRE

LEFT

RIGHT

RL++-

-

POWER

50Hz~

T 1AL 250V

INPUT - from amplifier

Caution! Risk of electric shock. Do not open!

Designed in the United Kingdom

Hitachi Home Electronics (Europe) Ltd

1Subwoofer Volume Control

The Speaker Level Connectors

are for use only with AV Processors

FRONT

FRONT

ANTENNA

LOOP

F M

C O A X.

AM

6 C H E X T.IN

SIGNALGND

CD

DVD/
VDP

TV/

DBS

VCR VCR

MD/

TAPE

O U T

R L L R

A U D I O

VIDEO

VCRVCR

DVD/
VDP

TV/

DBS

IN

CPT

CO AX.

DIGITAL IN

OUT

IN

L

FRONT

R

FRONT/MAIN A

+ -

L L

R R

+

PREOUT

-

+

R

-

S P E A K E R S Y S T E M S

RIGHT

REAR

SUBWOOFER

(CONTROL PANEL)

Model. HS-HSM1E/W
Active Subwoofer

Manufactured in Europe

Output Power 40 W RMS

SERIAL No.

INPUT

low level

230V

FUSE

OUTPUT - to speakers

LEFT

REAR

SUBWOOFER REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Model. HS-HSM1E/W
Active Subwoofer

Designed in the United Kingdom
Manufactured in Europe

Output Power 40 W RMS

Hitachi Home Electronics (Europe) Ltd

Caution! Risk of electric shock. Do not open!

POWER 230V

SERIAL No.

50Hz~

FUSE

T 1AL 250V

INPUT

low level

INPUT - from amplifier

OUTPUT - to speakers

2Subwoofer Input Socket

(Line level input)
3Speaker Level Inputs
4Speaker Level Outputs
5Mains ON/OFF Switch
6Mains Fuse
7Crossover Freq. Control

Note:

without a Subwoofer output and are
rarely required.

1

Hitachi HS-HSM 1E/BS Important Safety Information

SOME DO'S AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE
USE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT

FOR USERS WITHIN THE UNITED KINGDOM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to
meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to
obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt
to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the
mains plug, extension leads and interconnections
between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making
or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about
the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on the
equipment.

DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in
any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way-switch off, withdraw the mains
plug and consult your dealer.

DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose
dangerous voltages.

DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is
unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is
designed for unattended operation or has a standby
mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment
and make sure that your family knows how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm
or handicapped people.

The mains lead on this equipment may be supplied
with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of
which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should
the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI
approved BS1362 fuse must be used of the same
rating.

If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with
the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is
required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible
on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available
from your dealer.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in
your home or the cable is too short to reach a power
point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.

Should it be necessary to change the mains plug, this
must be carried out by a competent person, preferably
a qualified electrician.

If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug,
ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first
removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:

Blue: NEUTRAL

DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos, which

may distract you from the requirements of traffic
safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such
use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, e.g.
with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will
cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with
wood screws. To ensure complete safety always fit the
manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings
provided according to the instructions.

DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to
rain or moisture and ensure that no objects filled with

liquids - such as vases - are placed on the equipment.

ABOVE ALL
NEVER let anyone especially children push anything

into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this
could result in a fatal electrical shock.

NEVER guess or take chances with electrical
equipment of any kind. Better be safe than sorry!

Brown: LIVE
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured

markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:

The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or
BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or
coloured BROWN or RED.

On no account connect either of these wires to the
terminal marked E, or coloured green or green and
yellow, or marked by the earth symbol

Alternatively, this equipment may be supplied with a
rewireable plug already fitted, which may be removed
if not suitable and an alternative fitted in accordance
with the preceding instructions.

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Important Safety Information Hitachi HS-HSM 1E/BS

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

CAUTION! PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS

When making any connections, always disconnect all system
components from the mains.

To reduce risk of electric shock, do not expose the loudspeakers
to rain or moisture.

Do not remove the unit cover or back. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.

Unplug the sub woofer from the mains before cleaning. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a damp cloth.

Ensure all the loudspeakers are mounted on a solid stand or wall
bracket specially designed for this application. If in doubt
consult your dealer.

Ensure that there is adequate space for ventilation around the
sub-woofer amplifier panel.

Do not dispose of the packing materials for your loudspeakers as
you may wish to transport them at some future date. Correct
packing will ensure that they can be shipped safely.

Hitachi loudspeakers are compliant to EN60065 and bear the CE
mark.

Positioning your loudspeakers

Place the loudspeakers as shown in diagram 1. The front
satellites should be placed at ear level, while the rear satellites
should be placed 0.5m higher. The centre channel may be placed
on top of the television or on a shelf in the console below. If the
centre channel is placed on top of the television, ensure that the
television cabinet can stand the weight. If in doubt consult your
dealer.
The position of the subwoofer will affect the level of bass
response. For increased bass place the subwoofer against a wall
or in a corner. (See diagram 1)

Connections and Phasing
Satellites and Centre Channel

Ensure that you use two-core polarity coded cable designed for
loudspeaker use.

Carefully split the cable to a depth of 30mm. Strip 10mm of
insulation from each wire exposing the metal conductor. If the
cable is stranded twist the strands to form a single wire. Push in
the connector on the loudspeaker and insert the bare conductor
wire into the hole and release the connector.

Connect the red, positive (+) terminal of the right loudspeaker to
the red (+) terminal of the amplifier. Connect the Black (-)
connectors in a similar way. Repeat for other loudspeakers.

It is important to connect your speakers correctly. Should you
inadvertently connect the red (+) to the black (-) your speakers
will be out of phase and will result in a thin and poorly focused
sound.

Sub-woofer

When connecting your sub-woofer to the mains supply ensure
that the power switch is in the off position. Do not switch on the
power until all connections are made. The diagram on Page 2
illustrates how to connect the sub-woofer to the AV receiver.
Please observe the polarity of your AV processor and sub­woofer terminals.

Please ensure that the subwoofer is placed a minimum of

0.5metres away from any magnetically sensitive device such as
a TV receiver.

Setting up your AV Loudspeakers
Sub-woofer

For the initial set-up, set the Freq. and volume control to the mid
way position. Set the AV receiver to stereo mode and play
music with a broad band of frequencies. Adjust the volume
control on the sub-woofer until the bass effect is apparent
without drawing attention to the sub woofer.

After adjusting the sub woofer, switch your AV receiver to
surround sound and continue the setup as per your AV Receiver
instruction manual.

Symptom Possible Cause Procedures

Check the cables have been connected as shown in the
instructions
Switch the system and adjust the volume

Check cable connections/change polarity

Place woofer and satellites further away from the walls
(approx. 80 cm clearance)
Set the bass to neutral position

Turn volume down
Please contact your dealer or HITACHI Service Centre

Correct cable connections

Check whether all speakers have been correctly connected up

3

No sound

Poor bass sound
System sounds distant

and hard to locate

System lacks treble

System sounds
distorted

Amplifier switches
off even at low
volume or doesn't
switch on at all

Only one channel
working

Cables wrongly connected
System not switched on

Wrong polarity of one channel into the
subwoofer

Wrong polarity of a satellite connection Check cable connections /change polarity

Poor location of the speakers
Bass set to high

Volume set too high
System is faulty

The satellites have been erroneously connected
to the amplifier subwoofer's terminal

Incorrect cable connections

Hitachi HS-HSM 1E/BS Specifications

Technical Specifications

Dimensions (mm)
Weight
Construction type
Enclosure

HF unit type

LF unit type

SATELLITES CENTRE SPEAKER SUBWOOFER

220x121x178 343x120x167 220x450x235

2.1kg 3.9kg 8.5kg

Closed box Closed box Band-pass, active

Chipboard 12mm Chipboard 12mm Chipboard 16mm

GDWK 8/80
(unshielded)

GDN 10/30

(unshielded)

GDW 5/40/1

(shielded)

GDN 10/30

(shielded)

GDN 16/50/15

(unshielded)

Frequency response (±3dB) 65-20000 Hz 90-20000 Hz 35-100…180 Hz
Crossover frequency
Nominal impedance

3.0 kHz 3.5 kHz 50-150 Hz (variable)

8 Ω 8 Ω 10 kΩ

Sensitivity (SPL/1m/2.83V) 83 dB 88 dB
Amplifier:

Power (h≤1%)
Sensitivity:
Mono input Left or Right Channel
Signal input to Left and Right Channel
Amplifier supply
Amplifier fuse
Terminals

Recommended amplifier
Finish

220–240 VAC 50Hz~100VA

2 x CINCH, speaker connectors

20-80W 20-80W

PVC – beech PVC – beech PVC – beech

40 W

600mV/10kΩ
300mV/10kΩ

800mA

max

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1 - POSITIONING

THE LOUDSPEAKERS

SAT

>0.5m

or

TV

CENTRE

or

SUBWOOFER

listener

>0.5m

SAT

or

or

SAT SAT

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