Infinity TSS1200 User Manual

TOT AL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS

TSS-1200

Owner’s Guide

(120V)

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read First!

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sour
radiators,heat registers,stoves or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug.A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other
grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong.The wide blade or the third
pr

ong are provided for your safety.If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched,
receptacles and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

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

12. Use only with the car
table specified by the manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus.When a cart is used,
use caution when mo
cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.

particular

ly at plugs

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, convenience

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the

pparatus has been damaged in any way, such

a
as power-supply 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.

15. Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer, as they may cause

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hazar

16. 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.

17. 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 of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit,connection to grounding
electrodes,and requirements for the grounding
electrode.See Figure A.

18. An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or

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or wher

other electr
can fall into such power lines or cir
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care should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits,as contact with them might

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19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,
r integral convenience receptacles, as this can

o
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

ever push objects of any kind into this

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product through openings,as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that

ould result in a fire or electric shock.Never spill

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liquid of any kind on the product.

21. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases,shall be placed on the apparatus.

22. Do not attempt to ser

as opening or r
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all

vicing to qualified service personnel.

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23. When replacement parts are required, be sure

the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.

24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to

this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.

25. The product should be mounted to a wall or

ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

vice this product yourself,

emoving covers may expose you to

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TSS-1200 OWNER’S GUIDE

Table of Contents

2 Important Safety Precautions
4 Introduction
4 Unpacking the System
4 Planning Your System
5 Placement
5 Wall-Mounting the Satellites and Center Channel

enter and Satellite Speaker Connections

7 C
8 Subwoofer Controls

9 Subwoofer Connections
10 Operation
10 Maintenance and Service
11 Specifications

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INTRODUCTION

Left

Surround

Channel

Right

Surround

Channel

Left Front

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hannel

S

ubwoofer

Right Front

Channel

Center

Channel

Couch

Left Rear
C

hannel

Left

S

urround

Channel

R

ight

Surround

Channel

Right Rear

C

hannel

Center Rear

C

hannel

Left Front

Channel

Subwoofer

Right Front

Channel

Center

Channel

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PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM

Infinity Total Solutions

™

Infinity Total Solutions continues Infinity’s longstanding commitment
to accurate sound reproduction.Our proprietary Metal Matrix
Diaphragm

™

(MMD®) drivers,precision dividing networks and rigid,
well-braced enclosures combine to deliver uncompromised
performance in any stereo or multichannel home theater system.In
addition, these speakers, except for the powered subwoofer, are
magnetically shielded for safe placement adjacent to a television.

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

Carefully unpack the system. If you suspect damage from transit,
report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service. Keep
the shipping carton and packing materials for future use.Open the
package and verify the following contents:

Wire package,containing:
(2) 40' (12m) speaker wires
(3) 20' (6m) speaker wires
(1) 15' (4.6m) subwoofer cable

(1) Subwoofer

Before deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room
and study Figures 1 and 2.

Figure 1.In this overhead view of a typical installation,satellite speakers
are used to reproduce sound for the front and surround channels.The
center channel reproduces sound and dialogue.The powered subwoofer
provides bass for effects and music.

(1) Center with base

(4) Satellite speaker

(5) Adjustable wall brackets for satellites and center channel

(5) Wall brackets for satellites and center channel

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Figure 2.This figure shows an alternative layout,which may be more

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suitable f

ooms.

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