TSC ASUB10 User Manual

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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 products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important safety
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and operating
instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be followed.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use
instructions should be followed.

5. WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should not be
used near water – near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in
laundry tub; in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.

6. CARTS AND STANDS - Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.

7. VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its
locations and position do not interfere with proper ventilation,
The appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or
any surface that may obstruct cabinet openings.

8. HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from beat
sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9. POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be connected
only to a power supply of the type described in the operating
instructions or on the appliance. Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience outlets as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

10. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or
pinched by items placed upon or against them paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit form the appliance.

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
filly into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails
to fit, contact yow electricians to replace your obsolete outlet
Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

12. CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned using a dry
cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners.

13. Lightning STORMS & NON USE PERIODS - The power
cord should be unplugged from the outlet during lightning
storms or during tong periods of non-use.

14. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken that
objects & not fall into and liquids axe not spilled on the
amplifier or speaker.

15. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be
serviced by qualified service personnel only:

a. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged

or

b. Objects have fallen on or liquid has been spilled

into the appliance; or

c. The appliance has been exposed to rain or

d. The appliance does not appear to operate

normally or exhibits a marked change In
performance; or

e. The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure

damaged.

16. SERVICING The user should not attempt to service the
appliance. If parts are replaced during service, be sure the
parts meet factory specifications. Inappropriate substitution
can result in fire or a risk of electric shock. Upon completion
of service, ask the technician to perform safety checks on
the product. For service and warranty information contact
TSC at [e-mail].

11. POLARIZED PLUG - This appliance is equipped with a
polarized line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.

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Congratulations on your purchase!

tSc powered subwoofers will enhance any home entertainment System. They are easy to connect and
designed to deliver powerful bass for years of enjoyment

WIRING - Follow the top drawing if your receiver has a subwoofer output, and the bottom one if it does not.
Some receiver’s “sub outs” attenuate the mid-bass too aggressively. If yours is one of them, try setting the
subwoofers “Freq.” control fully clockwise. If the mid-bass is still inadequate, try connecting per the bottom
drawing.

“FREQ” adjusts the mid-bass output of the subwoofer. When set near 40 Hz, localization (being able to tell
where the subwoofer is) is minimized. However, if the woofers in your main speakers are smaller than 8 inches,
a higher “Freq.” setting will sound better. At higher settings the subwoofer will need to be closer to the front
speakers. Experiment with the “Freq.” control setting and subwoofer placement to optimize overall
performance.

RELIABILITY and SUB WOOFER LOCATION are related. Corner placement couples bass more efficiently to
the room so that the woofer doesn’t have to work as hard to achieve a particular sound level, If your goal is
maximum bass then corner placement is best. Try all corners to find the one that gives the strongest bass. If
accuracy is most important, try positions a few feet from the front corners. Subwoofers will operate for many
years at moderate volume, but at full volume, the woofer can sustain permanent damage in minutes. Movie
sound effects are generally well tolerated, but bass heavy music should not be played at high volume for more
than a minute or two at a time. For more bass, add a second subwoofer. Two subwoofers are usually more
effective than one more powerful one.

TROUBLESHOOTING - Verify that the unit is plugged into a live wall outlet, that the power switch is set to
“Auto” or “on”, and that the GAIN (volume) and “Freq.” are near mid-rotation. The “PWR/PRT” light should be
on unless the unit has timed off. If the unit does not play, its internal protection may have triggered. To
reactivate, unplug the unit for 1 minute.

If your subwoofer is connected via your receiver’s subwoofer output, be sure that your receiver’s subwoofer
setting Is” ON”.

If your subwoofer is connected via the HIGH LEVEL IN, verify red-to-red and black-to-black connections at all
points in the hookup. Reversing just one set of wires will result in no bass. If you hear a loud hum when the
subwoofer volume is increased, or when you turn your receiver off, you may be getting feedback. Move the
subwoofer away from the speakers or upgrade to a receiver with a subwoofer output.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE
OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

Approximately one-third of all returned subwoofers work perfectly. Before returning your subwoofer, please test it by
connecting a CD player to the low-level inputs and gradually increasing the GAIN. If the subwoofer is working, you will
hear the bass portion of the music.

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Connection Diagram for the tSc Powered Subwoofer in a Home Theater System

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Alternate Connection Method for Receivers that Lack Subwoofer Output

Warranty Information:

One Year limited warranty. Valid in the U.S.A only.
If you have problems or concerns please contact us at [e-mail].
For additional information please visit www.thespeakercompany.com

www.thespeakercompany.com

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