Infinity HPS-500, HPS-1000 User Manual

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HPS

High-Performance Subwoofers

Model HPS-500

Model HPS-1000

Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS	Caution.....................................................................................................................................
	Important Safety Instructions....................................................................................................
	Introduction..............................................................................................................................
	About This Product..............................................................................................................
	Unpacking the Subwoofer.........................................................................................................
	A Few Suggestions ....................................................................................................................
	Volume Control ...................................................................................................................
	Positioning............................................................................................................................	6–
	Identification of Front Panel Control ........................................................................................
	Controls...............................................................................................................................
	Connecting Your Subwoofer ...............................................................................................	9–1
	Operation ...............................................................................................................................	1
	Set Controls .......................................................................................................................	1
	Power On ..........................................................................................................................	1
	Adjust Gain........................................................................................................................	1
	Crossover Adjustments ......................................................................................................	1
	Phase Control ....................................................................................................................	1
	A Word of Advice ...................................................................................................................	1
	Overdrive Protection...............................................................................................................	1
	A Word About Tone Controls..................................................................................................	1
	Care of Your Subwoofer ..........................................................................................................	1
	Feedback ................................................................................................................................	1
	In Case of Trouble With Your Subwoofer................................................................................	1
	Specifications ..........................................................................................................................	1

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C A U T I O N

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

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” wit in the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the us to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions 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 da 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’utilisate de la présence d’instructions importantes pour les opérations et l’entretien (servic 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 mantenimien (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 LA

QUE EL USUARIO PUEDA DAR SERVICIO. REMITA EL SERVICIO AL

PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CALIFICADO.

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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 instructions should be followed.

5)Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet 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 CATV Converter, 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 recommended 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

causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious

damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tri-

pod, bracket, or table recom-

mended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any

mounting of the product

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. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

	taken to keep from touching such power lines or cir-					in proper operating condition.
	cuits as contact with them might be fatal.
						23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product shou
	17) Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, exten-
						be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommend
	sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this
						by the manufacturer.
	can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
						24) Heat – The product should be situated away fro
	18) Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of
						heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
	any kind into this product through openings as they
						other products (including amplifiers) that produ
	may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
						heat.
	that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
	liquid of any kind on the product.
	12) Grounding or Polarization –			Figure A.
	This product may be equipped
	with a polarized alternating-cur-						ANTENNA
	rent-line plug (a plug having one						LEAD-IN
	blade wider than the other). This						WIRE
	plug will fit into the power outlet					GROUND
	only one way. This is a safety fea-					CLAMP
	ture. If you are unable to insert
	the plug fully into the outlet, try						ANTENNA
	reversing the plug. If the plug						DISCHARGE UNIT
							(NEC SECTION 810-21)
	should still fail to fit, contact your						GROUNDING CONDUCTO
	electrician to replace your obso-					ELECTRIC	(NEC SECTION 810-21)
	lete outlet. Do not defeat		the			SERVICE
					EQUIPMENT		GROUND CLAMPS
	safety purpose of the polarized
	plug.						POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	13) Power-Cord Protection –						ELECTRODE SYSTEM
							(NEC SECTION 810-21)
	Power-supply cords should be
	routed so that they are not likely
	to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or					20) Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this produ
	against them, paying particular attention to cords at					from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified se
	plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where					vice personnel under the following conditions:
	they exit from the product.					a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
	14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside					b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen in
	antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be					the product.
	sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to					c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
	provide some protection against voltage surges and					d) If the product does not operate normally by follo
	built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National					ing the operating instructions. Adjust only those co
	Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information					trols that are covered by the operating instructions
	with regard to proper grounding of the mast and sup-					an improper adjustment of other controls may result
	porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an					damage and will often require extensive work by a qua
	antenna discharge unit, size for grounding conductors,					ified technician to restore the product to its norm
	location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to					operation.
	grounding	electrodes, and	requirements for		the	e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in a
	grounding electrode. See Figure A.					way.
	15) Lightning – For added protection for this product					f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in pe
	during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended					formance – this indicates a need for service.
	and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from					21) Replacement Parts – When replacement parts a
	the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable sys-					required, be sure the	service technician has us
	tem. This will prevent damage to the product due to					replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or th
	lightning and power-line surges.					have the same characteristics as the original pa
	16) Power Lines – An outside antenna system should					Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electr
	not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines					shock, or other hazards.
	or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can					22) Safety Check – Upon completion of any service
	fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing					repairs to this product, ask the service technician
	an outside	antenna system,	extreme care should		be	perform safety checks to determine that 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.

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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT...

IMPORTANT!

VOLUME CONTROL...

IMPORTANT!

INTRODUCTION

Infinity’s HPS-500 and HPS-1000 subwoofers have been designed to enhance the bass frequenci of any audio system. Both subwoofers may be used with speakers of any size. Obviously, t 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 dama 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 RAI 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 speake and could damage them.

The volume control setting on your preamplifier or stereo receiver is not a specific indication 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 popping sounds) can damage the satellite speakers and possibly the subwoofer.

Whenever changing cables, pulling plugs, etc., ALWAYS TURN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT, inclu 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.