SS6 and SS4 Speaker Selector
Installation Instructions
CAUTION
Under normal operating conditions the speaker selector will become warm. If not used properly the underside of this unit can become extremely hot. Do not operate the selector with an amplifier that exceeds the Maximum Amplifier Power ratings described in the Specifications section on page 2.
To ensure safe operation follow all of these instructions carefully:
•Do not place the selector on top of or near plastic or combustible material.
•Do not place other components directly on top of the selector.
•Do not place the selector in an enclosed cabinet without providing adequate ventilation.
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. Do not place the speaker selector on top of or near plastic or combustible material.
Connecting the Speaker Selector to the Amplifier
Important: Turn the receiver’s or amplifier’s power OFF before making any connections to the selector.
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: Amplif ier “+” to Selector “+” and Amplif ier “–” to Selector “–”.
Connecting the Speaker Selector to Speakers
Important: Turn the receiver’s or amplifier’s power OFF before making any connections to the selector.
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
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’ in Figure 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.
Important: Turning the protection switch OFF allows greater power to your speakers, but may damage your receiver/amplifier.
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.
Important: If the speaker selector continually turns the speakers OFF and ON, one or more of the following unsafe conditions exists in the audio system:
•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.
To ensure safety, correct any and all of these conditions before operating the audio system again.
Specifications:
Power Handling:
Maximum Amplifier Power with Protection circuit ENGAGED and ALL pairs of speakers operating: 40 watts RMS per channel
Max i mum Amplifier Power with Protection circuit NOT engaged and ONE (1) pair of speakers operating:
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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) |
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SS4 — 8½” x 2” x 7” (216mm x 51mm x 178mm) |
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