Optimus PRO SW-14 User Manual

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Cat. No.
PRO SW-14 12-Inch 100-Watt Subwoofer
The subwoofer has a down-firing 12­inch driver with a dual 2-inch voice coil. You can connect both stereo channels to a single subwoofer.
CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR THE SUBWOOFER
Because low frequencies are much less directional than other sounds, you can use a single subwoofer for both stereo channels and you can put the subwoofer almost anywhere within your listening area. However, to sim-
plify connections, it is usual ly best to put the subwoofer between the left and right stereo speakers.
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The subwoofer’s effect is most dra­matic when it is used with stereo speakers such as RadioShack PRO­7s and PRO-77s. The stereo speakers reproduce the high, midrange, and up­per bass frequencies, while the sub­woofer reproduces the low bass frequencies. This results in height­ened presence and clarity across the entire audio range.
© 1996 Tandy Corporation.
Optimus is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation
RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
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ADDING THE SUBWOOFER TO YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM
Notes:
• Use 18-gauge speaker wire for distances up to 25 feet.
• Use 16-gauge speaker wire for distances greater than 25 feet.
• To maximize the bass response, you must connect the receiver/ amplifier’s positive (+) and nega­tive (–) terminals to the sub­woofer’s corresponding positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.
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You can easily do this by using speaker wire that has a stripe or a ridge on one conductor. Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of speaker wire.
1. Connect the subwoofer’s terminals to the appropriate left and right speaker terminals on your amplifier.
2. Connect the subwoofer’s
PUT
terminals to the correspond-
ing left and right stereo speaker.
INPUT
OUT-
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MAINTENANCE
Your Optimus PRO SW-14 12-Inch 100-Watt Subwoofer is a n exam ple of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the sub­woofer so you can enjoy it for years.
Keep the subw oofer and cabinet dry. If they get wet, wipe them im­mediately. Liquids might c ontain min erals t hat c an corrode electronic circuits and harm the finish on the cabinet.
Keep the subwoofer away from dus t and dirt, which can cause pre­mature wear of parts.
Wipe the subwoofer cabinet occasionally with a cloth dam pen ed with
CLEANER
furniture polish. This will help keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents.
Caution:
You might permanently damage your subwoofer enclo­sure’s grille or speaker elements by cleaning them with a vacuum cleaner. Instead, use a feather duster or a soft cloth.
Modifying or tampering with your subwoofer’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might i nvalidate its warranty. If your s ub woof er is n ot operating as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range ..............................................................................29 Hz–200 Hz
Power Handling................................. .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. .100 Wat ts RMS
Maximum Power ........................................................................................200 Watts
Sensitivity ........................................................................................88 dB @ 2.83 V
Impedance .....................................................................................Nominal 8 Ohms
Speaker ................................................... .. ............ ..... ....... .12-Inch, Dual Voice Coil
Crossover Frequency . ..............................................200 Hz with Built-In Crossover
(Low-Pass Crossover for Internal Speaker)
(High-Pass Crossover for External Primary Speaker Systems)
Connections .................................................................................Push-In Terminals
Enclosure Type ..................................................................................... Ba ss Reflex
Enclosure Finish .................................................................Black Wood Grain Vinyl
Dimensions (HWD)......................15
Weight ................................................................................................26 lb (11.7 kg)
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¥ 17 ¥
16 inches (38.3
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42.8
40.2 cm)
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Specifications are typical; individual units m ight vary. Specifications are subj ect to change and improvement without notice.
RadioShack Limited Warranty
This product is warranted against defects for 5 years from date of purchase from RadioShack company­owned stores and authorized R adioShack franchise es and dealers. Within this period , we will repair it without charge for parts and labor. Simply to any RadioShack store. Warranty does not cover transportation costs. Nor does it cover a product sub­jected to misuse or accidental damage. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIM­ITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
bring your RadioShack sales slip
We Service What We Sell
as proof of purchase date
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RadioShack
A Division of Tandy Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
8/96 Printed in the USA
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