Infinity HPS-500, HPS-1000 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
®
High-Performance Subwoofers
Model HPS-500
Model HPS-1000
HPS
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Caution.....................................................................................................................................3
Important Safety Instructions....................................................................................................4
Introduction..............................................................................................................................5
About This Product..............................................................................................................5
Unpacking the Subwoofer.........................................................................................................5
A Few Suggestions....................................................................................................................5
Volume Control ...................................................................................................................5
Positioning............................................................................................................................6–7
Identification of Front Panel Control........................................................................................8
Controls ...............................................................................................................................8
Connecting Your Subwoofer ...............................................................................................9–11
Operation ...............................................................................................................................12
Set Controls.......................................................................................................................12
Power On ..........................................................................................................................12
Adjust Gain........................................................................................................................12
Crossover Adjustments......................................................................................................12
Phase Control....................................................................................................................12
A Word of Advice ...................................................................................................................13
Overdrive Protection...............................................................................................................13
A Word About Tone Controls..................................................................................................13
Care of Your Subwoofer..........................................................................................................14
Feedback ................................................................................................................................14
In Case of Trouble With Your Subwoofer................................................................................14
Specifications..........................................................................................................................15
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THIS INFINITY PRODUCT IS DESIGNED FOR 120-VOLT USE ONLY! FOR
DETAILED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING PAGE IN THIS
OWNER’S MANUAL FOR “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.”
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” with
in the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk o
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions i
the literature accompanying the product.
L’éclair avec le symbole de la flèche, placé dans les limites d’un triangel équilatéral e
prévu pour avertir l’utilisateur de la présence de “tension dangereuse” non isolée dan
l’enceinte du produit qui pourrait être d’une importance suffisante pour présenter u
risque d’électrocution aux personnes.
Le point d’exclamation dans un triangel équilateral est prévu pour avertir l’utilisateu
de la présence d’instructions importantes pour les opérations et l’entretien (service
dans les manuels fournis avec l’appareil.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE
LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
Este destello luminoso con un símbolo de punta de flecha dentro de un triángulo equ
látero tiene el objectivo de alertar al usuario sobre la presencia de “voltaje peligroso” n
aislado dentro de la caja del producto que puede ser de magnitud lo suficientemen
grande para constituir un riesgo de choque eléctrico para las personas.
Este punto de exclamación dentro de un triángulo equilátero tiene el objectivo de ale
tar al usuario sobre la existencia de instrucciones operativas y de mantenimient
(servicio) importantes en la literatura que acomaña el aparato.
CUIDADO: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO, NO
RETIRE LA CUBIERTA (O RESPALDO). DENTRO NO HAY PIEZAS A LAS
QUE EL USUARIO PUEDA DAR SERVICIO. REMITA EL SERVICIO AL
PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CALIFICADO.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD – DO NOT OPEN.
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR.
CUIDADO: PELIGRO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO – NO ABRIR.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (0R BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
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20) Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this produ
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified se
vice personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen int
the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by follow
ing the operating instructions. Adjust only those con
trols that are covered by the operating instructions
an improper adjustment of other controls may result i
damage and will often require extensive work by a qua
ified technician to restore the product to its norm
operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in an
way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in pe
formance – this indicates a need for service.
21) Replacement Parts – When replacement parts a
required, be sure the service technician has use
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or th
have the same characteristics as the original par
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electr
shock, or other hazards.
22) Safety Check – Upon completion of any service o
repairs to this product, ask the service technician t
perform safety checks to determine that the product
in proper operating condition.
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting –The product shou
be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommende
by the manufacturer.
24) Heat – The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, o
other products (including amplifiers) that produc
heat.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3) Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions –All operating and use instruc-
tions should be followed.
5) Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall out-
let before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Exception: A product that is meant for uninterrupted
service and that for some specific reason, such as the
possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a
CATVConverter, is not intended to be unplugged by
the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude
the reference to unplugging the product in the cleaning
description otherwise required in number 5.
6) Attachments – Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by the product manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near
water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8) Accessories – Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer,
or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use
a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9) A Product and Cart Combination Should Be
Moved With Care – Quick stop, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10) Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating,
and these openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
11) Power Sources –This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company . F or products intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12) Grounding or Polarization –
This product may be equipped
with a polarized alternating-current-line plug (a plug having one
blade 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 replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized
plug.
13) Power-Cord Protection –
Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be
sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size for grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure A.
15) Lightning – For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
16) Power Lines – An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17) Overloading –Do not overload wall outlets, exten-
sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
18) Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of
any kind into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
19) Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUNDING CONDUCTO
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
Figure A.
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INTRODUCTION
Infinity’s HPS-500 and HPS-1000 subwoofers have been designed to enhance the bass frequencie
of any audio system. Both subwoofers may be used with speakers of any size. Obviously, th
greatest bass enhancement will be achieved when the subwoofer is connected to speakers that d
not have the capability to create deep bass.
UNPACKING THE SUBWOOFER
Check your subwoofer carefully. If it has been damaged in transit, report the damag
immediately by calling your dealer and/or the trucking firm that delivered it.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS SUBWOOFER SYSTEM TO RAIN
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE OR PROLONGED DIRECT SUNLIGHT. To avoid electric shock, D
NOT OPEN THE SUBWOOFER! There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Observe a
warnings and cautions.
A FEW SUGGESTIONS
We recommend that you not operate your speakers or subwoofer with the bass, treble an
loudness controls set to full boost. This will place undue strain on your electronics and speaker
and could damage them.
The volume control setting on your preamplifier or stereo receiver is not a specific indication o
the overall loudness level of the speakers. The only important consideration is the loudness lev
at which the system can be played regardless of where the volume control is set.
Always turn down the volume control setting on your preamplifier or stereo when changing
cassette or CD, or switching inputs to AM or FM operation. Excessively loud transients (clicks o
popping sounds) can damage the satellite speakers and possibly the subwoofer.
Whenever changing cables, pulling plugs, etc., ALWAYS TURN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT, includ
ing the subwoofer. This prevents transients from entering the speakers and prevents electric
energy from reaching you. Keep all connections out of the reach of children.
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