Pioneer S-RS3TB, S-RS7TB User Manual

S-RS3TB S-RS7TB

Operating Instructions

Speaker System

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

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Front speakers x 2

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Surround speakers x 2

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Speaker cords x 5

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Center speaker x 1

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Non-skid pads x 20 (1 set)

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Operating instructions

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Screws x 8

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Metal catches x 4

Center (2 m)

Front right/left (3 m)

Surround right/left (6 m)

S-RS7TBS-RS3TB

BEFORE USE

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions before using your speaker system to optimize performance.

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

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

• When connecting or disconnecting cables, be sure amplifier power is OFF.

• Do not use excessive amplifier volume if using a tone control to emphasize high or low frequencies.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

• Do not install these units near a stove or other heating appliance, or put them in a place exposed to the sun. Such locations may cause the cabinet to change color and the speaker system to break down.

• Do not use the speaker to output distorted sound for long periods of time. This can result in a fire hazard.

• Do not connect this speaker to any amplifier other than the one supplied with this system. Connection to any other amplifier may result in a malfunction or a fire.

FRONT / CENTER SPEAKERS

• Do not attach the front and center speakers to the wall or ceiling. It may fall off and cause injury.

• 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 min to 30 min. If the problem persists, place the speaker system away from the television set.

SURROUND SPEAKERS

• The surround speakers are not magnetically shielded and so should not be placed near a TV or monitor, as the interaction of magnetic materials can cause distortion of the colors on your TV screen. Magnetic storage media (such as floppy discs and tape or video cassettes) should also not be kept close to these speakers.

PLACEMENT AND FINE TUNING

Center speaker

Front speakers

Surround speakers

Surround left Surround right

Center

Front

left

Listening position

Front right

Subwoofer

FRONT SPEAKERS

For best results the loudspeakers should be separated a distance approximately equal to the listening distance. Angling the loudspeakers inward towards the listener will improve the image stability for non-central listeners. Close proximity to a side or rear wall will enhance the midbass performance, although too close (particularly a corner location) and the bass may be unnaturally high and image performance may be degraded.

CENTER SPEAKER

The loudspeaker should be positioned below the TV. For best results align the front of the loudspeaker with the front of the TV. If the loudspeaker is placed under the TV and very close to the floor, then tilting upwards may be beneficial.

When installing the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with tape or some other suitable means. Otherwise, the speaker may fall from the TV due to external shocks such as earthquakes, endangering those nearby or damaging the speaker.

SURROUND SPEAKERS

For best results the loudspeakers should be positioned at or above ear level. Depending upon your room layout and preferences, the left and right rear speakers should be positioned on the side walls just the rear of the listening position, or on the walls.

NON-SKID PADS

If the front, center and surround speakers are placed on a hard surface, such as wood or tile place four non-skid pads on the bottom flat surface of the speakers.

STANDARD SURROUND SETUP

This is a standard multichannel surround sound speaker setup for optimal 5.1 channel home theater sound.

CONNECTING YOUR SYSTEM

Make sure all equipment is turned off before making any connections.

• Correct wiring of your loudspeakers is essential for achieving the best sound quality. Be careful to ensure proper polarity of connection.

CAUTION

hese speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE

voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when

connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts.

Connect to the speaker terminals on the rear of the amplifier.

To connect, insert the striped speaker wire into the red (+) terminal and the other wire into the black (–) terminal as shown below.

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Striped half of speaker cable

Other half of speaker cable

Connect to the speaker terminals on the rear of

Striped half of speaker cable

Other half of speaker cable

red

black

Striped half of speaker cable

Other half of speaker cable

5 mm to 7 mm

5 mm

10 mm

Mounting screw

(not supplied)

the speakers.

• For S-RS7TB front speakers:

Unscrew the terminals on the speaker and insert the striped speaker wire into the red (+) terminal and the other wire into the black (–) terminal as shown below.

• For all other speakers:

To connect, insert the striped speaker wire into the red (+) terminal and the other wire into the black (–) terminal as shown below.

• If you are unsure of the quality and strength of the walls, consult a professional for advice.

• Pioneer is not responsible for any accidents or damage that result from improper installation.

SECURING THE FRONT SPEAKERS

• Using the included screw, tightly secure the metal catch to the backside of the speaker.

WALL-MOUNTING THE SURROUND SPEAKERS

Before mounting

• Remember that the speaker system is heavy and that

• Mounting screws are not supplied. Use screws

its weight could cause the screws to work loose, or the wall material to fail to support it, resulting in the speaker falling. Make sure that the wall you intend to mount the speakers on is strong enough to support them. Do not mount on plywood or soft surface walls.

suitable for the wall material and support the weight of the speaker.

• Pass a commercially-available reinforced string through the metal catch to securely support the speaker to the wall. Be sure that the wall to which you fasten the speaker is strong enough to support the weight of the speaker. After fastening the speaker, make sure that it does not fall over.

• The speaker can incur damage in the event of a fall.

• Do not attach the metal catch directly to the wall. It should only be used in conjunction with reinforced string to prevent the speaker from falling.

Reinforced strings

Backside of speaker

Metal catches

Pass two reinforced strings through the metal catches, and fasten the speaker to the wall as shown above.

• If you are unsure of the quality and strength of the walls, consult a professional for advice.

• Pioneer is not responsible for any accidents or damage that result from improper installation.

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 five or six times with water, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use furniture wax or cleaners.

Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays and other chemicals on or near the cabinets, since these will corrode the surfaces.

SPEAKER SYSTEM GRILL

The speaker system grill cannot be removed. Do not try to forcibly remove it since doing so may damage the grille.

FRONT SPEAKERS (S-RS7TB)

Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex floorstanding type

(magnetically shielded)

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

Woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm cone x2

Mid-range loudspeaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm cone x1

Tweeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 cm semi-dome x1

Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ω

Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Hz to 20 kHz

Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88.5 dB (2.83 V)

Maximum input power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 W

Exterior dimensions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 (W) mm x 1080 (H) mm x 265 (D) mm

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.1 kg

SURROUNDS SPEAKERS (S-RS3TB, S-RS7TB)

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

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 cm 1-way

Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 cm cone type

Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ω

Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Hz to 20 kHz

Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88.5 dB (2.83 V)

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

Exterior dimensions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 (W) mm x 130 (H) mm x 164 (D) mm

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3 kg

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Possible cause Remedy

No sound • Bad speaker wire or

Sound is distorted.

connection.

• Amplifier is off.

• Volume control is at zero.

• Extreme signal condition. • Turn down the

• Connect correctly or replace wire.

• Turn on amplifier.

• Slowly turn up volume.

amplifier’s output level (volume, bass control, bass boost) to lower the level.

SPECIFICATIONS

FRONT SPEAKERS (S-RS3TB)

Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bass-reflex floorstanding type

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

Woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm cone x1

Passive radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm cone x1

Mid-range loudspeaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 cm cone x1

Tweeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.6 cm semi-dome x1

Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ω

Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Hz to 20 kHz

Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88.5 dB (2.83 V)

Maximum input power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 W

Exterior dimensions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 (W) mm x 980 (H) mm x 265 (D) mm

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.2 kg

(magnetically shielded)

CENTER SPEAKER (S-RS3TB, S-RS7TB)

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

(magnetically shielded)

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 cm 1-way

Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 cm cone type

Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ω

Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz to 20 kHz

Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88.5 dB (2.83 V)

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

Exterior dimensions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 (W) mm x 130 (H) mm x 164 (D) mm

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 kg

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES (S-RS3TB, S-RS7TB)

Speaker cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Non-skid pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 (1set)

Metal catch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Screw (for metal catch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Operating instructions

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

Published by Pioneer Corporation.

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