Sonance SS6 User Manual
Introduction
The SS6 and SS4 let you connect multiple pairs of loudspeakers to one receiver or amplifier and have all sets of speakers active
at one time. The SS6 lets you connect up to six pairs of speakers; the SS4 lets you connect up to four. Each pair of speakers can
be turned ON and OFF independently.
Where to Place the Speaker Selector
For optimum performance, the speaker selector should be placed close to your receiver/amplifier.
If you place the selector in an enclosed cabinet or between shelving, make sure there is adequate space (at least two inches)
between the top of the selector and any shelving, cabinetry, or components placed above it.
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Connecting the Speaker Selector to the Amplifier
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Use 16-gauge (or larger) speaker cable like Sonance MediaLinQ Gold or Bronze 16/4 speaker wire to connect the amplifier to
the selector.
1. Strip ¼” – ½” of insulation from each speaker lead. Twist the strands to ensure that there are no stray strands.
2. Connect the speaker leads between your amplifier’s speaker outputs and the input terminals on the back of the speaker
selector (see
Figure 1
, on page 3). To avoid a short-circuit that can damage your receiver or amplifier, be sure no stray
strands of wire touch each other or the chassis’ of the selector or amplifier.
Note: Double check the polarity of the speaker wires for each channel: Amplifier “+” to Selector “+”
and Amplifier “–” to Selector “–”.
Connecting the Speaker Selector to Speakers
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Use 16-gauge (or larger) speaker cable. It is easiest to run 4-conductor cable (for example, Sonance MediaLinQ gold or
Bronze 16/4 speaker cable) from each stereo pair of speakers to one of the speaker outputs on the back of the speaker
selector (see ‘Room 1’ in Figure 2 , on page 3).
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SS6 and SS4 Speaker Selector
Installation Instructions
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Adding Speaker Volume Controls
We recommend that you connect all your speakers to in-wall volume controls (like the Sonance VC60S/R) and then to the
speaker selector (see
‘Rooms 2 – 6’ inFigure 2
, on page 3). This gives you independent volume balancing and control in all
speaker locations: Your receiver's volume control acts as the Master Volume, and each individual pair of speakers can be
either OFF, or ON at its own volume level, independent of the other speakers connected in the system.
Protecting the Amplifier
The speaker selector includes a Protection switch located underneath the selector, on the right side. To protect your receiver
or amplifier Sonance strongly recommends that you leave the Protection switch engaged at all times. Always operate your
receiver or amplifier within its rated power range and within the power range of the speaker selector.
• To ENGAGE the Protection circuit, slide the red switch towards the
back
of the selector.
• To DISENGAGE the Protection circuit, slide the red switch towards the
front
of the selector.
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Automatic Internal Fuse
The SS6 and SS4 have an internal fuse that will disconnect all of the speakers if the current draw through the unit exceeds a safe
level. After the current draw returns to a safe level the fuse will automatically reset and re-connect all of the speakers.
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• The amplifier’s volume is set too high.
• The amplifier’s power output exceeds the Maximum Amplifier Power ratings as described in the
Specifications
section below.
• There is a short-circuit in one or more of the speaker wires.
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Specifications:
Power Handling:
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40 watts RMS per channel
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120 watts RMS per channel
Protection Circuitry: Resistive in-line
Switch Type: Slide-slide, self-cleaning
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Dimensions (W x H x D): SS6 — 11¼” x 2” x 7” (286mm x 51mm x 178mm)
SS4 — 8½” x 2” x 7” (216mm x 51mm x 178mm)
SS6 and SS4 Speaker Selector
Installation Instructions
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