Pioneer S-W3700, S-FCR3700, S-FCR4700 User Manual

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S-FCR4700
S-FCR3700

S-W3700

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• Front speakers x 2

• Speaker cords x 6

• Surround speakers x 2
(S-FCR3700)

(S-FCR4700)

OPERATING GUIDE

SPEAKER SYSTEM

• Center speaker• Surround speakers x 2

• Subwoofer

Front left (White) Front right (Red) Surround left (Blue) Surround right (Grey) Center (Green) Subwoofer (Purple)

• Non-skid pads (Large) • Non-skid pads (Small)

x 4

(For subwoofer)

• Speaker stand bases

x 4 (S-FCR4700)
x 2 (S-FCR3700)

x 8 (S-FCR3700)
(For speaker stand bases)

• Screws (for bases) • Screws

x 6 (S-FCR3700)

x 16 (S-FCR4700)
(For speaker stand bases)

x 12 (S-FCR4700)

x 12 (S-FCR3700)
(For center and
surround speakers)

• Speaker stands
(for Spealer stand)

x 2 (S-FCR3700)

x 2 (S-FCR3700)

x 4 (S-FCR4700)
(For center speaker)

• Operating guide

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT:

• The serial number for this equipment is located on the side
of the packing case. Please write this serial number on the
warranty page and keep it in a secure area for future
reference.

BEFORE USE

• Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

• Please read through this operating guide before using your
speaker system to optimize performance.

FRONT / CENTER / SURROUND SPEAKERS

• 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.

• The front, center and surround speakers supplied with this
system are magnetically shielded. However, placing them
extremely close to a television may result in color distortion on
the screen. If this happens, move the speakers a little further
away and switch off the television for 15 to 30 minutes.

FRONT / CENTER / SURROUND SPEAKERS

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.

SUBWOOFER

• Do not place anything on top of the cabinet.

• Do not spill liquid on the cabinet.

• Place the subwoofer at least 8 inches from any wall or
curtain in order to avoid heat build-up.

• The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded and so should
not be placed near a TV or monitor. Magnetic storage media
(such as floppy discs and tape or video cassettes) should
also not be kept close to the subwoofer.

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CAUTION:

• 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.

• Do not attach the subwoofer, front and surround speakers
to the wall or ceiling. They may fall off and cause injury (S­FCR4700 only).

• Do not attach the subwoofer and front speakers to the wall
or ceiling. They may fall off and cause injury (S-FCR3700
only).

WARNING:

Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with
accessories sold with the product will 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.

Wash hands after handling

CONNECTING YOUR SYSTEM

IMPORTANT:

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

FRONT / CENTER / SURROUND / SUBWOOFER
SPEAKERS

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

Twist and pull off the protective shields on each wire.

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

To connect, insert the colored wire into the matching positive
(colored) terminal and the other wire into the negative (black)
terminal as shown below.
Note that the color-coded tabs are as follows:

• Red : Front right (R) • Purple : Subwoofer

• White : Front left (L) • Grey : Surround right (R)

• Green : Center speaker • Blue : Surround left (L)

Connect the speaker cords to the input terminals at the
rear of speaker.

Match the colored wire with the color-coded label (above the
tabs), then insert the colored wire into the red (+) tab and the
other wire with the black (–) tab.

black (–)

red (+)

Colored marker

PLACEMENT AND FINE TUNING

SUBWOOFER

Sound spreads in all directions in the very low frequency range.
Human hearing cannot easily detect the source of very low
frequencies. Be sure to provide a space of at least 8 inches
(20 cm) between the rear of the subwoofer and the nearest wall.

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 loudspeaker should be positioned near ear
level (S-FCR3700 only).

STANDARD SURROUND SETUP

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

Front left

Surround

left

Center

Subwoofer

Listening position

Front right

Surround
right

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Assembling the speaker stands and securing your front
and surround (S-FCR4700 only) speakers

Attach the speaker stand bases to the stems using the screws
provided.
Once you have aligned the stem and base, secure with the
small screws at the points shown below. Note that the speaker
should face in the direction of the base of the isosceles triangle
(outlined below).

Rear

Front

Secure each of the front and surround (S-FCR4700 only)
speakers using the metal catch provided.
Screw two picture hooks or similar into the wall behind the
speaker. Pass a chain or cord around the hooks and through
the metal catch so that the speaker is stabilized (make sure to
test that it supports the weight of the speaker).
After installing, make sure the speaker is securely fixed.

Chain or cord

Small non-skid pads

Center speaker speaker stand

Front and Surround
(S-FCR4700 only) speakers

Surround speakers
(S-FCR3700 only)

Large non-skid pads

(S-FCR3700 only)

Subwoofe

Optionally, attach the surround speakers to
the speaker stands (S-FCR3700 only) .

For each speaker,line up the spurs on the stand with the holes
on the back of the speaker and insert, then secure the speaker
to the stand with the screw provided.

Metal catch

CAUTION:

• The metal catch is not a mounting fixture, and the speaker
should not be hung directly from the wall using this catch.
Always use a chain or cord when stabilizing the speaker.

• Pioneer disclaims all responsibility for any losses or
damage resulting from improper assembly, installation,
insufficient strength of the installation materials, misuse, or
natural disasters.

NON-SKID PADS

Attach the small non-skid pads to the base of the surround (S­FCR3700 only) and center speakers. The large non-skid pads
are for the front and surround (S-FCR4700 only) speakers, and
the subwoofer (as shown).
Use the adhesive side of the pads to attach them to the base of
each speaker and the subwoofer.
If you choose to use speaker stands with the surround speakers,
attach the non-skid pads to the stand bases instead of to the
underside of the speakers (S-FCR3700 only).

WALL MOUNTING THE SURROUND
(S-FCR3700 ONLY) AND CENTER SPEAKERS

The surround (S-FCR3700 only) and center speakers have
mounting holes which can be used to mount the speaker on the
wall.

5 mm

10 mm

5 mm to 7 mm

Before mounting (see above), keep in mind the following points:
¶ Remember that the speaker system is heavy and that 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.

¶ Mounting screws are not supplied. Use screws suitable for

the wall material and support the weight of the speaker.

CAUTION:

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

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

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