Infinity TSS-500OM User Manual

TOTAL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS

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Owner’s Guide

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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 sources such as radiators,heat registers, stoves or other apparatus

luding amplifiers) that produce heat.

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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 prong 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, particularly at plugs,convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manuf

12. Use only with the cart, table specified by the manufacturer or sold with

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13. Unplug this appar lightning storms or when unused for long per

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14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such 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 hazards.

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

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18. An outside antenna system should not be erhead power lines or

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v 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.

Figure A. Example of Antenna Grounding as per National ElectricalCode ANSI/NFPA 70

19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

20. 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.

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

22. 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.

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.

TSS-500 OWNER’S GUIDE

Table of Contents

ii Important Safety Precautions 1 Introduction 1 Unpacking the System 1 Planning Your System 2 Placement 2 Wall-Mounting the Satellites and Center Channel

enter and Satellite Speaker Connections

4 C 5 Subwoofer Controls 6 Subwoofer Connections 7 Operation 7 Maintenance and Service 8 Specifications

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INTRODUCTION

Left

Surround

Channel

Right

Surround

Channel

Left Front

Channel

Subwoofer

Right Front

Channel

Center

Channel

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Left Rear

Channel

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Surround

Channel

Right

urround

Channel

Right Rear

Channel

Center Rear

Channel

Left Front

Channel

Subwoofer

Right Front

Channel

Center

Channel

Infinity Total Solutions

nfinity Total Solutions continues Infinity’s longstanding commitment

I to accurate sound reproduction.Our high-quality drivers,precision dividing networks and rigid,well-braced enclosures combine to deliver uncompromised performance in any multichannel home theater system. In addition, these speakers,except for the powered subwoofer, are

agnetically shielded for safe placement adjacent to a television.

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UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

Carefully unpack the system. If you suspect damage from

ransit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service.

t 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 wir (3) 15' (4.6m) speaker wires (1) 15' (4.6m) subwoofer cable

PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM

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.

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Figure 2.This figure shows an alternative layout,which may be more suitable for some rooms.

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