The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the
equipment.
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
or shock hazard, do not place any container filled
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
or moisture.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
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).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product, and to protect it from overheating. To
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers,
table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the
equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 ºC – +35 ºC (+41 ºF – +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)
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The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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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 fire or give you an electrical shock. Check
the power cord once in a while. When you find it
damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized
service center or your dealer for a replacement.
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 fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
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 fire 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).
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CONTENTS
ACCESSORY ITEMS ...........................3
FEATURES .........................................3
250W (RMS) power with D class amplifier that serves
audio and video software playback such as Dolby* Digital
with a wide dynamic range.
Equipped with 30 cm driver
7
Turnover frequency can be continuous (50 – 150Hz, &
7
Bypass).
Equipped with Bass Mode selector (Music/Cinema
7
mode).
2 systems consisting of an input that connects to the
7
amplifier's speaker terminals and an input that connects
to the SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT terminal.
* Maunfactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
”Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
IN COMBINATION WITH
SPEAKERS
The frequency characteristics of the S-W1EX combined
with small-size speakers are shown below. As shown in
these figures, the low frequency range is improved.
• These special characteristics are obtained in an
echoless chamber. The effect of an additional SW1EX in an ordinary listening room is better than the
chart indicates when positioned adequately.
Small-size speakers + S-W1EX
ACCESSORY ITEMS
Spikes x 4
Bases x 4
RCA plug cord x 1
Power cable x 1
Ground cord x 1
Operating instructions x 1
Small-size speaker
RESPONCE (dB)
• With playback of Dolby* Digital, establishment of a
special channel for the subwoofer is recommended;
and with playback of LFE (Low Frequency Effect:
sound effect like the rumbling of the earth, whose
purpose is to intensify the force of the video), the SW1EX is especially effective.
Dolby* Digital
Dolby Digital is the name of the Dolby Surround multichannel digital system that was developed from Dolby
Surround, as a continuation of Dolby Pro Logic
Surround.
Dolby Digital is also referred to as a 5.1 channel system.
This is because it has 5 channels in the 20Hz – 20kHz
frequency range (front left and right, center, and rear left
and right) and an independent channel for the
subwoofer. The subwoofer channel is also referred to as
LFE (Low Frequency Effect).
The LFE channel is used according to individual tastes to
enhance the bass effect.
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INSTALLATION
Before using this subwoofer, screw the 4 provided
decoupling spikes. If desired (especially with polished
wood floors), you can amploy the 4 provided metal bases
between the decoupling spikes and the floor.
An example of speaker positioning (ıııı)
•
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Front left speaker
11
22
Center speaker
22
33
Front right speaker
33
44
Subwoofer
44
55
Listening area
55
66
Rear left speaker
66
77
Rear right speaker
77
1
2
4
5
67
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Speaker Installation
• Subwoofer Installation Criteria (ÅÅÅÅ)
11
Left speaker
11
22
Right speaker
22
33
Recommended installation range for the
33
subwoofer
44
Listening position
44
11
11
33
33
44
44
The subwoofer plays back the bass in monaural, making
use of the fact that the human ear is not very sensitive to
the direction of low-pitched sound. Because of this, the
subwoofer can be installed almost anywhere. If it is
installed too far away, however, the sound from the other
speakers may become unnatural.
22
22
NOTE:
• To avoid interference with the picture on a nearby TV
set, use magnetically shielded speaker systems. This
is particularly important for the center speaker since
it is usually located closest to the TV.
• Position the left and right channel speakers at equal
distances from the TV set and approximately 1.8
meters from each other.
• Install the center speaker above or below the TV so
that the sound of the center channel is localized at
the TV screen.
• The rear (surround) speakers are most effective when
installed in parallel locations directly to the side, or
slightly behind, the listener, at a level about 1 meter
above the listener's ears.
CAUTION:
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, and it may lead
to endangering those nearby or damaging the
speaker.
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Installation Precautions
• Install the unit in a well-ventilated location where it
will not be exposed to high temperatures and high
humidity.
• Do not place the unit near stoves or other heating
equipment or at locations exposed to direct sunlight,
as these can have an adverse effect on the cabinet
and internal components. Also, do not install the unit
where there is too much dust or high humidity, as
these can cause malfunctioning or breakdowns.
(Avoid cooking tables and other locations where the
unit would be exposed to heat, steam and soot.)
• Do not place heavy objects such as a television or TV
monitor on top of the unit.
• Keep the unit away from devices such as cassette
decks which are sensitive to magnetic fields.
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 power switch of the
television set, and turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.
If the problem persists, place the speaker system
away from the television set.
• Please install this unit away from the antenna cable
of the tuner, as noise can be caused with installation
close to the antenna cable. In such a case, use this
unit at a position away from the antenna and the
antenna cable, or when playback of extra bass is not
required, switch off the power for this unit.
MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES
• Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust
and dirt.
• When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft
cloth dipped in some neutral cleanser diluted five
or six times with water, and wrung out well, 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 this unit, since
these will corrode the surfaces.
PANEL FACILITIES
FRONT PANEL
21
The condition of closed door
123 4 5
Open the door.
1111Power switch (POWER)
When pressed, power is turned ON; when pressed again,
power is turned OFF.
22
Power Indicator (ON)
22
Illuminates when the power is on.
33
Bass mode switch (BASS MODE)
33
—
MUSIC
Recommended for music sources.
_
Recommended for sources that require strong bass.
44
Crossover knob (CROSSOVER) & Bypass switch
44
(BYPASS)
When using the subwoofer, set the upper frequency
limit for the subwoofer (
complemets the output from your other speakers.
When using the bass managment features of an AV
receiver, set to
filter of the AV receiver for high quality sound.
• Setting Criteria
50Hz
100Hz
150Hz
* When set to
routed directly to the woofer unit,
bypassing the amplifier's filter.
: The characteristic frequencies become flat.
CINEMA
: Low frequencies are emphasized.
50–150Hz
BYPASS
.......when the diameter of the left/right speakers
is 20-cm or more.
.....when the diameter of the left/right speakers
is 10 – 25-cm.
.....when the diameter of the left/right speakers
is 12-cm or less.
BYPASS
in order to use the low-pass
, the audio signal is
) so that it
CROSSOVER
BYPASS
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5555Volume knob (VOLUME)
Sets the subwoofer volume.
• Turn the knob slowly from the MIN position.
• With this unit, the bass level can be independently
set, so do not turn up the bass on the stereo or AV
amplifier.
S-W1EX Music mode Frequency response
100
90
80
70
60
50
Sound pressure level (dB)
40
10
Non-bypass
(Crossover 150Hz)
100
Frequency (Hz)
Bypass
1000
REAR PANEL
867
0
10000
6666Line Level Input terminal (LINE LEVEL INPUT)
Connects to the stereo amplifier’s SUBWOOFER PREOUT terminal, with the specially provided RCA plug cord.
77
Line Level Output terminal (LINE LEVEL OUTPUT)
77
Used for connecting other equipment through the
amplifier. The signal output from this jack is not affected
in any way by the settings of the various controls on the
unit.
88
Phase switch (PHASE 0º /180º )
88
When set to
of the input signal, and when set to
180º
the output phase becomes the reverse
0º
it is in the same
phase as the input signal.
0º
• Normally, the switch is set to
.
But when the sound connection between the
subwoofer and the left and right speakers sounds
unnatural, try switching to
180º
• When using two or more subwoofers together, make
sure that the phase switch of all of them are set to the
same position.
99
Earth terminal
99
See
Connecting the signal ground terminal
00
Speaker Level Input terminals
00
on page 8.
(SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT)
Connect to the speakers output terminals on the stereo
amplifier, using speaker cords (not supplied).
--
Power supply cable connector
--
Connect the accessory power supply cable here.
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CONNECTIONS
Before making or changing any connections, switch
off the power and disconnect both this unit and the
amplifier/receiver from the AC outlet.
LINE LEVEL CONNECTION (
S-W1EX(Rear Panel)
This connection is for a stereo amplifier or receiver
equipped with a
stereo amplifier or receiver is not equipped with a
SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT
Level connection. Connect to the
terminal on this unit, using the specially provided RCA
plug cord.
SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT
terminal, carry out a Speaker
ÅÅ
)
ÅÅ
Supplied RCA plug cord
terminal. If the
LINE LEVEL INPUT
SUB WOOFER
PREOUT
NOTES:
• When connected to the
PRE-OUT
terminal for
surround center channel on the stereo amplifier or
receiver, the bass is heard only on the center
channel, so it will be insufficient.
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SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTION (
T
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)
This is a connection to the speaker terminals on the
stereo amplifier or receiver.
Amplifier's or Receiver's SPEAKERS terminals
Connect speaker
cords 2 at a time.
Speaker cordsTo right speaker
+
To left speaker
system
_
_
system
R
+
+
_
S-W1EX
L
_
+
NOTES:
• When the power of the stereo amplifier is turned off
before the power of this unit is switched off, a shock
sound may be generated. In this case, lower the
subwoofer volume or turn off the power of this unit. If
the stereo amplifier has a switched outlet, connect
the power cable of this unit to this outlet.
• When the subwoofer volume is set to an extremely
high level, howling may be caused when the power of
the stereo amplifier is turned off or when the speaker
switch is turned on. To prevent this, lower the
subwoofer volume or turn off the power of this unit
before turning off the power of the stereo amplifier.
Also, when using this unit at a high level, do not turn
off the speaker switch of the stereo amplifier.
• Do not turn up the bass on the stereo amplifier or
receiver. If the stereo amplifier or receiver has no
output margin, sound distortion is apt to occur.
Adjust the bass level with the unit’s
• When the
the
LINE LEVEL INPUT
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT
terminal is connected,
terminals cannot be
VOLUME
knob.
used.
Stereo amplifier or Receiver
R L
Right Speaker systemLeft speaker system
_
+
S-W1EX
Supplied AC power cord
_
+
To AC socket
Connect the unit to the stereo amplifier's or receiver's
speaker terminals at the same time the left and right
speakers are connected.
1. Use two sets of speaker cords (not supplied) to
connect the Right speaker system and the
LEVEL INPUT R
of the S-W1EX to the right speaker
SPEAKER
terminals of the stereo amplifier/ receiver. Do the same
for Left speaker system.
L (+
• Make sure
), L (–), R (+), R (–) are correctly
aligned.
NOTE:
• If the stereo amplifier or receiver has 2 sets of speaker
terminals (A, B) and these are connected to empty
terminals on the unit and “A + B” is selected with the
speaker switch, sound may not come out of the left/
right speakers, depending on the stereo amplifier or
receiver being used (a stereo amplifier or receiver is
constructed so that, when “A + B” is selected with
the speaker switch, A and B are in series
connection).
CAUTION
hese speaker terminals can be under HAZARDOUS
VOLTAGE. When you connect or disconnect the
speaker cables, to prevent the risk of electric shock, do
not touch uninsulated parts before disconnecting the
power cord.
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Connecting the signal ground terminal
R
T
SUB
WOOFER
L
If you connect the line level input jack then do not connect the signal ground terminal.
• If you notice ground hum when the speakers are connected connect the supplied ground cord between the signal
ground terminal and the receiver/amplifier. (See diagram AA
• If there is no signal ground terminal on your receiver/amplifier, you can use one of the screws on the rear panel of
BB
the receiver/amplifier. (See diagram BB
below.)
AB
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEOS2 VIDEO
LR
DVD
IN
RF IN
(AC-3)
OUT
PCM/ /DTS /MPEG
DIGITAL
IN4
IN5
IN3
IN2
IN
1
PREOUT
SURR-
OUND
R
L
FRONT
OUT
2
1
R
L
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
PLAY
TAPE2
MONITOR
REC
CD
IN
LINE/
TUNER
IN
LR
AUDIO
MULTI CH IN
WOOFER
/LD
IN
TV/
SAT/
IN
DVD
IN
L
IN
IN
VCR1
FRONT
/DVR
OUT
R
L
SURR OUND
R
CENTER
SUB
OUT
IN
IN
VCR2
OUT
OUT
PLAY
MONITOR
OUT1
MD/
TAPE1
/CD-R
REC
MONITOR
PHONO
OUT2
IN
IN
OUT
CONTROL
AA
below.)
AL IN
/DTS
(CD) (CD-R)
OPT OPT OPT
DIGITAL
OUT
FRONTFRONTSURROUNDCENTER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
TO MONITOR TV OUT
B/PB CR/PR YCB/PB CR/PR
YC
SPEAKERS
CENTER
PREOUT
(DVD/LD) IN
(TV/SAT) IN
OPERATION
For details regarding operating part functions, refer to
page 5.
1. Turn the POWER switch 1111ON.
• If the unit’s power cord is connected to a switched
AC outlet on the stereo amplifier or receiver and the
switch is left ON, the unit can be turned ON/OFF
together with the stereo amplifier or receiver.
• If the unit cannot be connected to the stereo
amplifier or receiver, turn the power to the stereo
amplifier or receiver ON before turning the power to
the unit ON. When turning the power OFF, turn the
power to the unit OFF before turning the power to the
stereo amplifier or receiver OFF.
2. Operate the stereo amplifier or receiver and
adjust the volume of the other speakers.
3. Adjust the volume of the bass with the VOLUME
55
knob 55
.
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• When necessary, operate the
PHASE
and
VOLUME
either
switch 8888, and then adjust with the
knob 5555. Set the
MUSIC
or
CINEMA
BASS MODE
.
CROSSOVER
switch 3333 to
knob 4444
TROUBLESHOOTING
Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with
this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other
components and electrical appliances being used If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks
listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
SYMPTOM
11
11
No power is being supplied
(Indicator does not light up when
power switch is turned on.)
22
22
No sound
(Indicator is lit.)
33
Sound is weak.
33
(VOLUME knob is turned up.)
44
44
Sound is distorted.
55
Howling noise occurs.
55
66
Much noise when listening to
66
AM or FM broadcasts.
• Power supply plug is not
correctly inserted.
• Connection of speaker or
accessory RCA plug cord is
wrong or disconnected.
VOLUME knob is set to MIN .
•
• Polarity of the speaker cords
(from the amplifier or receiver to
this unit) is reversed.
• Level is too high.
• Input level is too high.
• Power supply to amplifier or
speaker switch is turned off.
• Subwoofer level is set too high.
• The AM loop antenna or the FM
indoor antenna is close to this
unit.
CAUSEREMEDY
• Insert plug securely.
• Check again and connect correctly.
• Turn clockwise slowly.
• Confirm the polarity of the wires and
connect them correctly.
• Turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise to lower the level.
• Turn the amplifier’s output level
(volume, bass control, bass boost)
counter-clockwise to lower the level.
• Connect power supply to amplifier and
turn speaker switch on.
• Place the subwoofer a good distance
from speakers. Turn the
counter-clockwise to lower the volume.
• Increase the distance between the AM
or FM antenna (for indoor use) and this
unit.
VOLUME knob
SPECIFICATIONS
Cabinet ............ Floor type with PASSIVE RADIATOR system
Woofer ............................................................30 cm cone type
PASSIVE RADIATOR......................................30 cm cone type
Frequency response .................25 – 4,000Hz(set to BYPASS)