Pioneer Elite, Elite SW-E10 Operating Manual
Elite® Subwoofer Operating Guide
Guide d’utilisation du caisson de graves Elite
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Guía de funcionamiento de subwoofer Elite®
SW-E10
• Thank you for buying this Pioneer® Elite® product.
• To assure maximum performance from your new subwoofer,
please read through this operating guide before you install
or use it. After you have nished reading this operating
guide, store it in a safe place for future reference.
• This subwoofer is not waterproof. To prevent a re or shock
hazard, do not place any container lled with liquid near
this equipment (such as a vase or ower pot) or expose
it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers)
that produce heat.
• When connecting or disconnecting cables, be sure the
subwoofer is unplugged from the wall outlet.
• Do not use excessive volume if using a graphic equalizer
to adjust the subwoofer’s frequency response
• When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around
the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least
25 cm at top, 15 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each side).
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The serial number for the equipment is located on the rear of the product. Please write this
serial number on the warranty sheet and keep it in a secure area for future reference.
BEFORE USE – IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• 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. A 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 t into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• To prevent a re hazard, do not place any naked ame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Unplug the subwoofer during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualied 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.
POWER CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your
hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric
shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the
power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord
or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed
such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged
power cord can cause a re or give you an electrical shock.
Check the power cord once in a while. When you nd it
damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service
center or your dealer for a replacement.
WARNING
Before plugging the subwoofer in for the rst time, read the
following section carefully. The voltage of the available power
supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used
meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V or 120 V) written on
the rear panel.
If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want
to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one tted.
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply
cord of this unit should be performed only by qualied service
personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can
cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed
of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by
removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused
for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).
CAUTION
The POWER switch on this unit will not completely shut off all
power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the
main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug
it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make
sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be
easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To
avoid re hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged
from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time
(for example, when on vacation).
This product is for general household purposes. Any failure
due to use for other than household purposes (such as
long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use
in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged
for even during the warranty period.
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product or cords associated
with accessories sold with the product may expose you to
chemicals listed on proposition 65 known to the State of
California and other governmental entities to cause cancer
and birth defect or other reproductive harm.
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 °C to
+35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85% RH. Do not install
this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed
to high humidity or direct sunlight.
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TERMINOLOGY AND CONTROLS
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STATUS INDICATOR – The LED found on the front
panel will illuminate when the subwoofer is functioning.
If the unit is in AUTO mode and is not receiving a signal,
the light will remain off.
2
POWER – This switch can be set to either ON, AUTO,
or STANDBY. If the switch is in the ON position, it will
constantly remain on. If the switch is set to the AUTO
position, when a signal is present the subwoofer will
turn on and will automatically turn off several minutes
after a signal is no longer present. If the switch is in the
STANDBY position, the subwoofer will remain OFF
3
LEVEL – This knob controls the output level (or volume)
of your subwoofer. The level chosen should allow the
subwoofer to blend its output with that of the rest of your
audio system.
4
LOWPASS (HZ) – This control adjusts the low-pass lter,
or crossover frequency. Adjustments can be made from
40 Hz to 150 Hz. This will determine the highest frequency
that the subwoofer will reproduce.
5
PHASE – This control adjusts the phase of the subwoofer,
in relation to the speakers used in your system, from 0 to
180 degrees.
6
LFE/LEFT INPUT – This jack is an RCA type line-level
input. If you are connecting your subwoofer to an A/V
receiver or surround processor with a LFE or Subwoofer
preamp output, connect a single RCA cable to this
input. If you are connecting your subwoofer to a stereo
receiver or preamp, such as in a stereo music system,
use stereo RCA cables and connect to both this jack
and the RIGHT input.
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RIGHT INPUT – This jack is an RCA type line-level input.
If you are connecting your subwoofer to a stereo receiver
or preamp, such as in a stereo music system, use stereo
RCA cables and connect to both this input and the LFE/
LEFT input.
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AC POWER INPUT – This is a standard IEC-type input
for a 15-amp AC power cord. A cord is supplied with
the subwoofer.
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METHOD 1: FOR HOME THEATER OR
LFE APPLICATIONS
1. On the rear of the A/V receiver or surround processor, there
should be a single RCA type jack marked SUBWOOFER
OUT. Connect a single RCA cable from that jack to the
top jack on the rear of the subwoofer labeled LEFT/LFE.
A standard male to male RCA cable is needed.
2. After connecting the cable to you’re A/V receiver or surround processor and subwoofer, plug your subwoofer
into an AC outlet. Do not use the AC outlet on the rear of
your receiver. After plugging in the unit, switch the Main
Power to ON.
3. See Final System Adjustments, below.
CONNECTING YOUR SYSTEM
CAUTION: All power should be turned off to your system before any connections are made. Careful attention should be
taken to ensure that all electronic components are not connected to an AC source. Not doing so could result in potential
damage to the system.
Correct wiring of your subwoofer is essential for achieving the best sound quality. We recommend the use of a high-quality
interconnect cable or cables between your receiver or preamp and the subwoofer.
METHOD 2: FOR STEREO APPLICATIONS
1. On the rear of the receiver or preamp there should be
stereo (left and right) RCA type jacks marked LEFT and
RIGHT PREAMP OUTPUT. Connect a pair of RCA cables
from those jacks to the LEFT/LFE and RIGHT inputs on
the rear of the subwoofer. Two standard male to male
RCA cables are needed.
2. After connecting the receiver or preamp to the subwoofer,
plug your subwoofer into an AC outlet. Do not use the AC
outlet on the rear of your receiver. After plugging in the
unit, switch the Main Power to ON.
3. See Final System Adjustments, below.
Connect to
subwoofer output
of receiver
Connect to
line outputs
of receiver
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PLACEMENT AND FINE TUNING
The placement of your new subwoofer is critical to its
performance. The three most common locations include:
A) In the corner of the room (which can result in a boomy or
exaggerated low frequency response), B) Placement along
one wall but out of the corner (moderate bass performance
with increased delity over corner placement), or C) Alongside
a front speaker (creating a better blend with the front speaker,
but sacricing overall volume). Experimentation with subwoofer
placement is highly encouraged, as slight adjustments can
create large benets in sound reproduction. To further test
subwoofer placement, place the subwoofer temporarily in
your main listening chair and while playing a familiar piece
of music, crawl around the listening room until you nd the
best-sounding position. This is usually a place where the
subwoofer will perform well, and possibly at its best.
A
B
C
FINAL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS
1. After you have made all connections, but before making nal
adjustments, we recommend you let your new subwoofer
play with an action movie or pop music for a few hours to
let it break in.
2. Select the correct position for the POWER switch, either ON
or AUTO depending on your system. The AUTO selection
will leave the unit in a self-sensing mode, such that should
the unit sense an audio signal it will turn itself on and then
shut down after several minutes without signal, while in the
ON position the subwoofer always remains on.
3. Adjust the LEVEL control so that the volume of your subwoofer
matches the overall system volume. This ensures a smooth
transition between the low and high frequencies of your
system. If the subwoofer is connected to an A/V receiver
or surround processor, you will need to set this control so
it gives you enough range to ne-tune the level using the
channel level adjustments in the receiver or processor.
4. Adjust the LOWPASS (HZ) control so that the frequency
range of the subwoofer blends well with that of the front
speakers. If you are using an A/V receiver or surround
processor, we recommend you set this control to 150 Hz
so the receiver or processor can perform the subwoofer
crossover functions. If you are feeding the subwoofer from
a stereo preamp or receiver, when using small satellite
speakers, the appropriate crossover frequency should be
from 90 Hz to 150 Hz, for bookshelf speakers 70 Hz to
90 Hz and for large oorstanding speakers 40 Hz to 70 Hz.
Setting the crossover too low will create a gap between
the frequency response of the front speakers and that of
the subwoofer, while setting the crossover frequency too
high will create a doubling of certain frequencies, making
the music sound boomy.
5. Adjust the PHASE so that the subwoofer integrates fully with
the rest of your audio system. This control ensures that the
subwoofer operates in phase with the rest of the system, as
an out-of-phase subwoofer will either sound like it is lacking
in bass performance or that its timing is off. This setting will be
determined by your listening position, the characteristics of
your listening room and its interaction with your subwoofer.
We recommend you start with the control set to 0, then listen
to music with a melodic bass line. Now set the control to 180.
Whichever setting delivers the most tuneful and consistent
bass output is usually the best one. Experiment with the
in-between settings on the PHASE knob if you wish.
6. Steps 2, 3 and 4 might require repeating in order to ne tune
your system. Ensuring the proper blending between the
speakers and the subwoofer is critical to the performance
of your system, as a whole.
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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
• Do not install this subwoofer near a stove or other heating
appliance, or put it in a place exposed to the sun. Such
locations may cause the cabinet to change color and the
subwoofer to break down.
• If the subwoofer or any other speaker is installed too close
to the screen of a television set, color distortion may occur.
Pioneer will not be responsible for any accidents or
damage that may result from improper installation.
SPECIFICATIONS
CABINET MAINTENANCE
• Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust and dirt.
• When the cabinet is very dirty, clean with a soft cloth dipped
in some neutral cleanser diluted with six parts water to one
part cleanser, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not
use furniture wax or cleaners.
• Never use paint thinner, benzine, insecticide sprays and
other chemicals on or near the cabinets, since these will
corrode the surfaces
SW-E10
Enclosure
Sealed
Frequency Range
30 Hz - 150 Hz
Maximum Output Power
600 watt Peak, 300 RMS
Cross-Over Frequency
40 Hz – 150 Hz continuously adjustable
Finish
Black Vinyl
Magnetically Shielded
No
Dimensions without feet
(W x H x D)
335 mm x 335 mm x 340 mm
Dimensions with feet
(W x H x D)
335 mm x 390 mm x 340 mm
Weight (each)
34 lbs
Power Consumption
Less than .5 watts in Standby
Power Requirement
100v – 240v
Woofer
10"
Complies with California Code of Regulations (CCR) 93120.2(a) Phase 2.
Specications and design subject to modication without notice.
PIONEER, ELITE, the Pioneer, Elite, and A. JONES logo are registered trademarks of Pioneer Corporation.
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WARRANTY VALID ONLY IN COUNTRY OF PRODUCT PURCHASE
WARRANTY
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. (PUSA), and Pioneer Electronics Of Canada, Inc. (POC), warrant that products distributed by PUSA in the U.S.A., and by POC
in Canada that fail to function properly under normal use due to a manufacturing defect when installed and operated according to the owner’s manual enclosed
with the unit will be repaired or replaced with a unit of comparable value, at the option of PUSA or POC, without charge to you for parts or actual repair work.
Parts supplied under this warranty may be new or rebuilt at the option of PUSA or POC.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES TO THE ORIGINAL OR ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER OF THIS PIONEER PRODUCT DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD
PROVIDED THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED FROM AN AUTHORIZED PIONEER DISTRIBUTOR/DEALER IN THE U.S.A. OR CANADA. YOU WILL BE
REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A SALES RECEIPT OR OTHER VALID PROOF OF PURCHASE SHOWING THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE OR, IF RENTED,
YOUR RENTAL CONTRACT SHOWING THE PLACE AND DATE OF FIRST RENTAL. IN THE EVENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED, THE PRODUCT MUST BE
DELIVERED WITHIN THE WARRANTY PERIOD, TRANSPORTATION PREPAID, ONLY FROM WITHIN THE COUNTRY OF PURCHASE AS EXPLAINED
IN THIS DOCUMENT. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCT. PUSA OR POC, AS APPROPRIATE, WILL
PAY TO RETURN THE REPAIRED OR REPLACEMENT PRODUCT TO YOU WITHIN THE COUNTRY OF PURCHASE.
PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD
Parts Labor
Home Audio and Video .................................................................................................................... 2 Year 2 Year
Microphones, Headphones, Phono Cartridges and Styluses ...................................................... 90 Days 90 Days
Shorter limited warranty periods apply to some models. Please refer to the limited warranty document enclosed with the product for a denitive statement of
the warranty period. The warranty period for retail customers who rent the product commences upon the date product is rst put into use (a) during the rental
period or (b) retail sale, whichever occurs rst.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
IF THIS PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
THIS PRODUCT IS SOLD STRICTLY AS IS AND WITH ALL FAULTS”.
PIONEER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL AND/OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.
PIONEER DOES NOT WARRANT ANY PRODUCT LISTED ABOVE WHEN IT IS USED IN A TRADE OR BUSINESS OR IN ANY INDUSTRIAL OR
COMMERCIAL APPLICATION.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO POWER IN EXCESS OF ITS PUBLISHED POWER RATING.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER TELEVISION OR DISPLAY SCREENS DAMAGED BY STATIC, NON-MOVING, IMAGES APPLIED FOR LENGTHY
PERIODS (BURN-IN).
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE CABINET OR ANY APPEARANCE ITEM, USER ATTACHED ANTENNA, ANY DAMAGE TO RECORDS OR
RECORDING TAPES OR DISCS, ANY DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ALTERATIONS, MODIFICATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED IN WRITING
BY PIONEER, ACCIDENT, MISUSE OR ABUSE, DAMAGE DUE TO LIGHTNING OR TO POWER SURGES, SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE FROM LEAKING,
DAMAGE FROM INOPERATIVE BATTERIES, OR THE USE OF BATTERIES NOT CONFORMING TO THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE COST OF PARTS OR LABOR WHICH WOULD BE OTHERWISE PROVIDED WITHOUT CHARGE UNDER
THIS WARRANTY OBTAINED FROM ANY SOURCE OTHER THAN A PIONEER AUTHORIZED SERVICE COMPANY OR OTHER DESIGNATED
LOCATION. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DEFECTS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS OR LABOR OR FROM
IMPROPER MAINTENANCE.
ALTERED, DEFACED, OR REMOVED SERIAL NUMBERS VOID THIS ENTIRE WARRANTY
NO OTHER WARRANTIES
IN THE U.S.A. - PIONEER LIMITS ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
NO WARRANTIES SHALL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN CANADA - EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, THERE ARE NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS OR CONDITIONS,
IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE
PUSA and POC have appointed a number of Authorized Service Companies throughout the U.S.A. and Canada should your product require service. To receive
warranty service you need to present your sales receipt or, if rented, your rental contract showing place and date of original owner’s transaction. If shipping
the unit you will need to package it carefully and send it, transportation prepaid by a traceable, insured method, to an Authorized Service Company. Package
the product using adequate padding material to prevent damage in transit. The original container is ideal for this purpose. Include your name, address and
telephone number where you can be reached during business hours.
On all complaints and concerns in the U.S.A. call Customer Support at 1-800-421-1404, or, in Canada, call Customer Satisfaction at 1-877-283-5901.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
IN THE U.S.A. - Following our response to any initial request to Customer Support, should a dispute arise between you and Pioneer, Pioneer makes available
its Complaint Resolution Program to resolve the dispute. The Complaint Resolution Program is available to you without charge. You are required to use the
Complaint Resolution Program before you exercise any rights under, or seek any remedies, created by Title I of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty-Federal Trade
Commission Improvement Act, 15 U.S.C. 2301 et seq. To use the Complaint Resolution Program call 1-800-421-1404 and explain to the customer service
representative the problem you are experiencing, steps you have taken to have the product repaired during the warranty period and the name of the authorized
Distributor/Dealer from whom the Pioneer product was purchased. After the complaint has been explained to the representative, a resolution number will be
issued. Within 40 days of receiving your complaint, Pioneer will investigate the dispute and will either: (1) respond to your complaint in writing informing you what
action Pioneer will take, and in what time period, to resolve the dispute; or (2) respond to your complaint in writing informing you why it will not take any action.
IN CANADA - Call the Customer Satisfaction Manager at (905) 946-7446 to discuss your complaint and to obtain a prompt resolution.
RECORD THE PLACE AND DATE OF PURCHASE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Model No. ____________________________________________ Serial No. ________________________________________ Purchase Date _______________________
Purchased From _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
KEEP THIS INFORMATION AND YOUR SALES RECEIPT IN A SAFE PLACE
LIMITED WARRANTY
PIONEER ELECTRONICS
(USA) INC.
PIONEER ELECTRONIQUES
DU CANADA, INC.
IN THE U.S.A.
For hook-up and operation of your unit or to locate an
Authorized Service Company, please call or write:
SERVICE SUPPORT DIVISION
PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA), INC.
1925 E. Dominguez Street, Long Beach, California 90810
1-800-421-1404 • http://www.pioneerelectronics.com
IN CANADA
For additional information on this warranty,
please call or write:
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION GROUP
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.
340 Ferrier Street, Unit 2, Markham, Ontario L2R 2Z5 Canada
(905) 479-4411 • 1-877-283-5901 • http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca
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