PIONEER S-HF41-LR, S-HF31-LR User Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPEAKER SYSTEM

MODE D’EMPLOI ENCEINTES ACOUSTIQUES

S-HF11C S-HF21-LR S-HF31-LR S-HF41-LR

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

Before you start

• The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 8 ohms. Connect the speaker system to an amplifier with a load impedance ranging from 4 to 16 ohms (a model with “4 – 16 Ω” displayed on the speaker output terminals).

• Do not touch the speaker cones as they are easily damaged.

In order to prevent damage to the speaker system resulting from input overload, please observe the following precautions:

• Do not supply power to the speaker system in excess of the maximum permissible input.

• When connecting or disconnecting anything in your AV system, make sure the amplifier is switched off.

• When using a graphic equalizer to emphasize loud sounds in the high-frequency range, do not use excessive amplifier volume.

• Do not try to force a low-powered amplifier to produce loud volumes of sound (the amplifier’s harmonic distortion will be increased, and you may damage the tweeter).

Installing your speakers

Sounds played through speaker systems are easily affected in subtle ways by the conditions in the listening space.

• These speakers are bookshelf-type speakers which will give their best performance when placed on a solid, level surface off the floor. Placing the speakers directly on the floor will result in boomy, undefined sound, and we strongly recommend using speaker stands for optimal performance. Ideally, the tweeters should be at about ear level when seated in your listening position.

• Do not attach these speakers to the wall or ceiling. They may fall off and cause injury.

Pioneer cannot take responsibility for injuries or accidents arising from improper mounting of these speakers on a wall or ceiling.

• Speakers are heavy, so make sure the surface where you install the speakers is solid. For good sound, the speakers should be about 20cm away from the back wall and at least 50cm away from the side wall.

*Illustration shows S-HF21-LR

Caution: installation

• Do not place the speakers on an unstable surface. It could present a hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment.

• Switch off and unplug your AV equipment and consult the instructions when connecting up components. Make sure you use the correct connecting cables.

• Do not put a TV or other AV equipment on top of these speakers. It could present a hazard if it falls, as well as damaging the equipment.

• Do not attach the speakers to the wall or ceiling, or place them in a high location. If the speaker grilles are not properly attached, they could fall off, causing injury.

Caution: in use

• Don’t use the speakers to output distorted sound for long periods of times. This can result in a fire hazard.

• Do not sit or stand on the speakers or let children play on the speakers.

• Do not put large or heavy objects on top of the speakers.

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

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• If you’re using these speakers for your TV sound, install them at equal distances either side of the TV and point them in the same direction as the TV.

• If the room has a lot of reverberation, we recommend hanging heavy fabric on the walls, and/or putting a carpet on the floor to damp the sound. For best results, cover walls completely.

• Do not place the speaker where they will be in direct sunlight, and avoid positioning them near heaters and air conditioners. This may cause warping and discoloration of the speaker cabinet and damage the speakers.

• These speakers are heavy. Placing them on an unstable surface is dangerous, and should be avoided.

Not applicable to S-HF11C

• Place the speakers equal distances from your listening position for good stereo sound. Use speaker cords of the same length for each speaker.

50 – 60º

20cm

*Illustration shows S-HF21-LR

Pioneer assumes no liability whatsoever for damages resulting from assembly, improper mounting, insufficient reinforcement, misuse of the product, acts of nature, etc.

S-HF11-C / S-HF21-LR / S-HF31-LR speaker system

On the back of the speaker, push open a tab, insert the exposed wire, then release the tab to secure the wire.

Red (+)

Choosing speaker cables

These speakers do not include speaker cables used for connecting to a stereo. Note the following when selecting speaker cables.

• Use heavy-gauge speaker cable if possible, and keep the cables to the minimum necessary length.

• If the length of cable required for the left and right speakers require cables differs, use cables of the same length, matched to the longer distance.

• Cables have differing characteristics. Keep this in mind when using any cable.

• Select cables with as little resistance as possible, and make sure the cables to the speaker terminals and amp are firm and secure.

Connecting to an amplifier

Before connecting to your amplifier, make sure that the amp is switched off.

Make sure that you match up the speaker terminals on the speakers with those on your amplifier so that the positive (+) terminals and negative (–) terminals are paired.

1 Twist off the protective shielding on the ends of the speaker cable.

Twist together any stray strands of speaker wire.

Black (–)

3 Connect the other end of the speaker cable to the speaker terminals on your amplifier.

S-HF41-LR speaker system only:

You can also use banana plugs to connect up the speaker.

• After connecting the plugs, pull lightly on the cables to make sure that the ends of the cables are securely connected to the terminals. Poor connections can create noise and interruptions in the sound.

• If the cables' wires happen to be pushed out of the terminals, allowing the wires to come into contact with each other, it places an excessive additional load on the amp. This may cause the amp to stop functioning, and may even damage the amp.

2 Insert the speaker cable as shown.

Connect the speaker cables to the input terminals on the backs of the speakers. For input terminal polarity, red is positive (+) and black is negative (–).

S-HF41-LR speaker system

On the back of the receiver, loosen a speaker terminal, insert the exposed wire, then tighten the terminal.

Striped half of speaker cable to positive (+) speaker terminal

Other half of speaker cable to negative (–) speaker terminal

Detatching and replacing the front grille

The front grille of this speaker system is removable. Proceed as follows:

1 Hold both sides (top/bottom or left/right) of the grille, and pull it towards you to detach it from the speaker system.

2 To replace the grille, align the holes in the grille’s corners with the projections on the front of the speaker, and push each of the corners into place.

Magnetic shielding

This speaker system is magnetically shielded. However, depending on the installation location, color distortion may occur if the speaker system is installed extremely close to the screen of a television set.

If this happens, turn off the television, then turn it on again after 15 to 30 minutes. If the problem persists, place the speaker system away from the television set.

Cleaning the speaker cabinet

With normal use, wiping with a dry cloth should be sufficient to keep the cabinet clean. If necessary, clean with a cloth dipped in a neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water, and wrung out well. Do not use furniture wax or cleansers.

Never use alcohol, thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or other chemicals on or near this unit since these will corrode the surfaces.

Specifications

S-HF11C

Enclosure ................................................... Bass-reflex bookshelf type

(magnetically shielded)

Configuration ................................................................................ 2-way

Woofer .......................................... 13 cm (5

Tweeter ........................................ 2.5 cm (1 inch) semi dome type

Nominal impedance ........................................................................ 8 Ω

Frequency response ............................................................ 55~20 kHz

Sensitivity ......................................................................................85 dB

Maximum power ......................................................................... 100 W

Exterior dimensions (mm) ................ 400 (W) x 150 (H) x 158 (D) mm

Weight ....................................................................3.5 kg / 7 lbs. 11 oz.

S-HF21-LR

Enclosure ................................................... Bass-reflex bookshelf type

Configuration ................................................................................ 2-way

Woofer ................................................ 13 cm (5

Tweeter ........................................ 2.5 cm (1 inch) semi dome type

Nominal impedance ........................................................................ 8 Ω

Frequency response ............................................................ 55~20 kHz

Sensitivity ......................................................................................80 dB

Maximum power ......................................................................... 100 W

Exterior dimensions (mm) ................. 150(W) x 260 (H) x 158 (D) mm

Weight ......................................... 2.1 kg / 4 lbs. 10 oz. (each speaker)

S-HF31-LR

Enclosure ................................................... Bass-reflex bookshelf type

Configuration ................................................................................ 2-way

Woofer ................................................ 16 cm (6

Tweeter ........................................ 2.5 cm (1 inch) semi dome type

Nominal impedance ........................................................................ 8 Ω

Frequency response ............................................................ 50~20 kHz

Sensitivity ......................................................................................82 dB

Maximum power ......................................................................... 120 W

Exterior dimensions (mm) ................ 195 (W) x 303 (H) x 199 (D) mm

Weight ......................................... 3.3 kg / 6 lbs. 13 oz. (each speaker)

/16 (W) x 1115/16 (H) x 713/16 (D) in.

S-HF41-LR

Enclosure ................................................... Bass-reflex bookshelf type

Configuration ................................................................................ 3-way

Woofer .................................................... 20 cm (8 inch) cone type

Medium .................................................. 10 cm (4 inch) cone type

Tweeter ........................................ 2.5 cm (1 inch) semi dome type

Nominal impedance ........................................................................ 8 Ω

Frequency response ............................................................ 40~20 kHz

Sensitivity ......................................................................................84 dB

Maximum power ......................................................................... 160 W

Exterior dimensions (mm) ................ 251 (W) x 504 (H) x 299 (D) mm

Weight ........................................ 7.1kg / 15 lbs. 10 oz. (each speaker)

/8 (W) x 1913/16 (H) x 113/4 (D) in.

/4 inch) cone type x 2

/4 (W) x 57/8 (H) x 61/4 (D) in.

(magnetically shielded)

/4 inch) cone type

/8 (W) x 101/4 (H) x 61/4 (D) in.

(magnetically shielded)

/2 inch) cone type

(magnetically shielded)

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it

comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel Level Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers 40 50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine 70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant 80 at two feet.

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

Specifications and design subject to possible modification without notice, due to improvements.

Published by Pioneer Corporation.

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane 180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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