Niles SWA-500M Manuel utilisateur

INSTALLATION

GUIDE

FOR

USE

WITH

NilES

PASSIVE

SUBWOOFERS

SUBWOOFER

AMPLIFIER

SWA-500M

CONGRATULATIONS!

Thank

you

for

purchasing

the

Niles

SWA-500M.

The

SWA-500M

Class

mono

amplifier

designed

power

two

passive

(non-powered)

subwoofers.

all

Niles

products,

the

SWA-500M

built

the

highest

standards

quality

and

reliability,

and

with

proper

installation

and

operation,

you'll

enjoy

years

trouble-free

use.

Niles

one

the

industry's

most

respected

manufacturers

custom

installation

audio/

video

components

and

accessories.

see

the

complete

line

Niles

products,

visit

at:

www.nilesaudio.com

TABLE

OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Important

Safety

Instructions

Features

and

Benefits

Cleaning

Installation

Considerations

Connecting

the

SWA-500M

Controls

and

Connectors

Signal

Connectors

and

Power

Controls

Applications

Calibrating

the

SWA-500M

Checking

Phase

the

Satellite

Loudspeakers

Troubleshooting

Guide

Specifications

Limited

Warranty

Registration

Card

• • • • •

INTRODUCTION

Bass

low

frequency

effect

(LFE)

critical

part

well

designed

audio/video

system.

The

Niles

SWA-500M

highly

efficient

Class

amplifier

designed

specifically

for

two

passive

(non-powered)

subwoofers.

When

combined

with

high

quality

subwoofers,

the

SWA-500M

will

provide

excellent

bass

reinforcement

for

home

theater

and

home

audio

applications.

Installing

the

right

amplifier

for

your

subwoofer(s)

will

give

you

that

thunderous,

accurate

bass

that

makes

movies

and

music

enjoyable.

The

SWA-500M

uses

the

latest

Class

technology.

Class

amplifiers

are

beautifully

efficient

you'll

get

lot

power

with

less

current.

Less

input

current

reduces

power

supply

size

and

generates

less

waste

heat.

This

process

allows

Class

amps

the

SWA-500M

produce

power

than

amps

larger

size.

you

read

this

manual

and

become

familiar

with

the

SWA-500M

and

Class

technology,

you'll

understand

why

Niles

products

are

unequaled.

Figure 1.

Niles

SWA-500M

high-power

subwoofer

amplifier.

NILES

AUDIO

CORPORATION

1-800-BUY-HIFI

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

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cAUTioN

CAUTION:

REDUCE

THE

RISK

ELECTRICAL

SHOCK.

NOT

REMOVE

COVER.

USER

SERVICEABLE

PARTS

INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING

QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL

Read

these

instructions.

Keep

these

instructions.

Heed

all

warnings.

all

instructions.

The

lightning

flash

with

arrowhead

symbol

within

equilateral

triangle

intended

alert

the

user

the

presence

uninsulated

dangerous

voltage

within

the

product's

enclosure

that

may

sufficient

magnitude

constitute

risk

electric

shock

persons.

The

exclamation

point

within

equivalent

triangle

intended

alert

the

user

the

presence

important

operating

and

maintenance

(servicing)

instructions

the

literature

accompanying

the

appliance.

WARNING:

reduce

the

risk

fire

electrical

shock,

not

expose

this

equipment

rain

moisture

not

use

this

apparatus

near

water.

Clean

only

with

dry

cloth.

not

block

any

ventilation

openings.

Install

according

with

the

manufacturer's

instructions.

not

install

near

any

heat

sources

such

radiators,

heat

registers,

stoves,

other

apparatus

(including

amplifiers)

that

produce

heat.

not

defeat

the

safety

purpose

the

polarized

grounding-type

plug.

polarized

plug

has

two

blades

with

one

wider

than

the

other.

grounding

type

plug

has

two

blades

and

third

grounding

prong.

The

wide

blade

the

third

prong

are

provided

for

your

safety.

the

provided

plug

does

not

fit

into

your

outlet,

consult

electrician

for

replacement

the

obsolete

outlet.

Protect

the

power

cord

from

being

walked

pinched

particularly

plug,

convenience

receptacles,

and

the

point

where

they

exit

from

the

apparatus.

11.

Unplug

this

apparatus

during

lightening

storms

when

unused

for

long

periods

time.

12.

Only

use

attachments

and

accessories

specified

the

manufacturer.

13.

Use

only

with

cart,

stand

rack,

bracket

table

specified

the

manufacturer

sold

with

the

apparatus.

When

cart

used,

use

caution

when

moving

the

cart/apparatus

combination

avoid

injury

from

tip-over.

14.

Refer

all

servicing

qualified

service

personnel.

Servicing

required

when

the apparatus

has

been

damaged

any

way

such

the

power

plug

cord

plug

damaged,

liquid

has

been

spilled

objects

have

fallen

into

the

apparatus,

the

apparatus

has

been

exposed

rain

moisture,

does

not

operate

normally,

has

been

dropped.

15.

not

expose

this

equipment

dripping

splashing

and

ensure

that

objects

filled

with

liquid,

such

vases

drinks,

are

placed

the

equipment.

16.

completely

disconnect

this

equipment

from

the

mains,

disconnect

the

power

supply

cord

plug

from

the

receptacle.

17.

The

main

plug

the

power

supply

cord

shall

remain

readily

operable.

• • • • •

FEATURES

AND

BENEFITS

MAXIMUM

SUBWOOFER PERFORMANCE

The

SWA-500M

Class

amplifier

designed

specifically

for

bass

reinforcement

for

passive

(non-

powered)

subwoofers.

The

SWA-500M

provides

500

Watts

Continuous

Output

Power

(<1°/o

THO

into

ohm).

Because

the

SWA-500M's

power

output

dedicated

low

frequency

effects,

you'll

get

the

maximum

performance

your

subwoofer(s)

can

provide.

SMOOTH

AND

ACCURATE BASS

The

SWA-500M

Class

amplifier

will

deliver

strong,

smooth

bass

with

breathtaking

realism.

The

advanced

audio

circuitry

and

high

quality

components

inside

the

SWA-500M

deliver

fast

and

accurate

power

your

subwoofers.

Variable

low

pass/variable

high

pass

filters

reduce

unwanted

frequencies

your

subwoofers

can

focus

what

they

best-reproducing

great

low

frequency

sound

effects.

EFFICIENT AMPLIFICATION TECHNOLOGY

The

SWA-500M's

digital

amplifier

circuitry

and

quality

components

ensure

superior

sound

quality

This

high

power

stand-alone

subwoofer

amplifier

will

deliver

power

with

reduced

current

demands

than

conventional

amplifiers.

PERSONAL BASS CONTROL

The

SWA-500M's

controls

are

located

the

front

and

enable

you

set

the

desired

bass

level

according

your

personal

taste

for

music

and

movies.

bass

boost

selector

located

the

back

enables

you

select

frequency

enhance

the

sound

the

connected

subwoofer(s).

FLEXIBLE

INSTALLATION & MULTIPLE BASS CAPABILITY

Whether

you

have

large

dedicated

home

theater,

sophisticated

listening

room,

simple

audio/video

system,

the

SWA-500M

can

configured

for

use

with

various

audio

components

preamp

processors

and

receivers.

addition,

the

SWA-500M's

internal

circuitry

and

sub

switch

feature

allow

you

connect

two

passive

subwoofers

(the

recommended

number

home

theater

professionals)

and

enjoy

rich

bass

with

superior

sonic

quality.

QUALITY

YOU

CAN

COUNT

Since

1978,

Niles

Audio

has

been

leading

manufacturer

custom-installed

home

entertainment

products.

Recognized

around

the

world

for

designing

and

manufacturing

reliable,

durable,

solution-based

products,

Niles

offers

than

500

products

for

whole-house

distribution

and

integration

audio/video

systems,

loudspeakers,

receivers,

amplifiers,

automation

devices,

controls,

and

accessories.

NILES

AUDIO

CORPOR~ION-

1-800-BU~HIFI

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

CLEANING

not

use

cleaning

liquids

chemicals

this

product.

Use

dry,

soft

cloth

paper

towel

clean.

not

expose

this

equipment

dripping

splashing

and

ensure

that

objects

filled

with

liquid,

such

vases

drinks,

are

placed

the

equipment.

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

SWA-SOOM

PLACEMENT

The

SWA-500M

Subwoofer

amplifier

designed

for

home

theater

and

home

audio

bass

reinforcement.

Place

the

SWA-500M

sturdy

shelf

mount

the

SWA-500M

rack

using

the

included

rack

'ears.'

Make

sure

that

the

location

you

choose

can

support

the

weight

the

amp.

all

hi-fi

components,

the

SWA-500M

should

have

proper

ventilation,

and

the

ventilation

slots

the

amp's

cover

should

not

obstructed.

When

rack

mounting

the

amplifier,

ensure

good

airflow

and

adequate

ventilation

(3.5"

minimum

open

space)

around

the

unit.

you

are

placing

the

SWA-500M

inside

cabinet,

sure

that

the

rear

the

cabinet

open

fresh

air

for

proper

cooling.

you

are

not

rack

mounting

this

amplifier,

make

sure

that

placed

flat

level

surface.

Never

block

the

amplifier's

ventilation

slots

expose

the

amplifier

moisture

heat

sources.

Figure

Cabinet

installation

~///////////////////////////////////////////////M

Make

sure

that

there

minimum

3-1/2

free

air

space

above

the

amplifier

for

proper

ventilation.

~~~

•

Allow

minimum

3-1/2

depth

behind

unit

accommodate

cables

and

connectors.

Figure

Enclosed

cabinet

installation

•

I I

mounting

the

SWA-500M

inside

cabinet,

sure

the

amp

has

proper

ventilation.

Consider

using

the

Niles

FM-1

system

cooling

module.

• • • • •

RACK

MOUNTING

THE

SWA-500M

Before

installing

the

rack

ears,

remove

the

screws

attached

the

sides

the

unit.

Install

the

included

rack

ears

shown

Figure

using

Phillips

screwdriver.

not

use

any

other

screws

damage

the

amplifier

may

result.

Place

the

SWA-500M

desired

location

within

rack.

Support

the

weight

the

amplifier

from

the

bottom

and

carefully

install

the

left

and

right

lower

rack

ear

screws

first.

Once

the

lower

screws

are

completely

installed,

you

may

release

the

bottom

the

amplifier

install

the

left

and

right

upper

rack

ear

screws

last.

Connect

the

amplifier

according

the

type

system

desired.

NOTE:

SEE

APPLICATIONS

STARTING

PAGE

FOR

DETAILED

WIRING

CONNECTIONS

FOR

YOUR

APPLICATION.

Figure

Install

the

included

rack

ears

shown

using

Phillips

screwdriver

NILES

AUDIO

CORPOR~ION-

1-800-BU~HIFI

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

CONNECTING

THE

SWA-SOOM

CAUTION:

BEFORE

MAKING

ANY

CONNECTIONS,

SURE

TURN

OFF

ALL

COMPONENTS

THE

SYSTEM,

INCLUDING

LOUDSPEAKERS.

CONNECTION TO

AUDIO/VIDEO

SOURCES

The

SWA-500M

connects

audio/video

sources

via

RCA

audio

cables

(also

called

line

level).

These

inputs

audio

signals

from

receiver

surround

sound

processor.

For

line-level

connections,

only

use

high-quality

RCA

cables

that

feature

low

impedance,

double

shieldir~

and

gold-plated

connectors.

This

will

help

ensure

the

lowest

possible

noise

and

best

overall

performance.

(See

CONTROLS

AND

CONNECTORS

page

Your

authorized

Niles

dealer

can

recommend

good

quality

cable.)

LOUDSPEAKER WIRE

connect

the

SWA-500M

your

subwoofers(s),

use

insulated

2-conductor

loudspeaker

wire

(see

CONTROLS

AND

CONNECTORS

page

7).

The

SWA-500M

gold-plated,

5-way

binding

posts

will

bare

wire,

banana

plugs,

and

spade-type

plugs.

recommend

using

minimum

16-gauge

wire.

For

wiring

runs

longer

than

feet,

recommend

14-gauge

wire.

The

SWA-

500M's

5-way

binding

posts

will

accommodate

12-gauge

wire

directly.

Larger

sizes

can

accommodated

via

connectors.

maximize

performance,

consider

purchasing

special

high-

quality

speaker

cables.

Consult

your

Niles

dealer

find

the

right

cables

for

your

system.

sure

observe

correct

polarity

when

connecting

your

loudspeakers.

Positive(+)

goes

the

RED

post

and

negative

(-)

goes

the

BLACK

post.

the

polarity

one

connection

accidentaUy

reversed,

your

bass

output

will

very

weak

and

imaging

will

sound

smeared.

Figure

Connecting

loudspeaker

SWA-500M

• • • • •

RUNNING

WIRES

WALLS OR CEILINGS

When

running

wire

inside

walls

ceilings,

use

special

jacketed

cable

(CL

-2

-3)

protect

the

wire

and

meet

local

electrical

and

fire

codes.

some

areas,

conduit

also

required.

For

trouble-free

installation,

low-voltage

wire

such

loudspeaker

wire

must

run

accordance

with

the

National

Electrical

Code

and

any

applicable

provisions

the

local

building

code.

you

are

unsure

the

correct

installation

techniques,

wire

jacket,

type

conduit

use,

consult

professional

audio/video

installer,

building

contractor,

the

local

building

and

inspection

department.

CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS

The

SWA-500M's

easy

operation

controls

are

located

the

unit's

front

panel,

shown

Figure 6.

The

controls

function

follows:

6 3 4 5 7 8 2

-NILES

SWA-500M

Figure

Front

Panel

control

the

SWA-500M

(J'VIaster)

POWER

Switch:

Use

this

control

power

the

SWA-500M

Off.

MUSIC/MOVIE

LEVEL

and

SETUP

Controls:

Because

bass

levels

will

differ

depending

whether

you

are

watching

movie

listening

music,

the

SWA-500M

includes

MUSIC/MOVIE

LEVEL

and

SETUP

Controls.

While

listening

music,

push

the

SETUP

switch

MUSIC

and

adjust

the

MUSIC

LEVEL

control

set

your

desired

bass

level.

Similarly,

while

listening

movie,

push

the

SETUP

switch

MOVIE

and

adjust

the

MOVIE

LEVEL

control

set

the

desired

bass

level.

Each

level

control

includes

LED

indicator

identify

which

one

currently

active

triggered

your

home

theater

sound

processor

receiver.

Also

see

CALIBRATING

THE

SWA-500M

page

15.

LOW

PASS

Frequency

Control:

Use

this

control

set

the

subwoofer's

low-pass

crossover

frequency

from

120Hz.

For

details,

see

CALIBRATING

THE

SWA-500M

page

15.

PHASE

Control:

Use

this

control

set

the

subwoofer's

phase

response

from

180°.

See

CALIBRATING

THE

SWA-500M

page

15.

(CONTINUED

PAGE)

NILES

AUDIO

CORPOR~ION-

1-800-BU~HIFI

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

HIGH

PASS

Frequency

adjustment

with

ON/OFF

switch:

This

feature

allows

you

run

RIL

loudspeaker

wires

(RCA

line

level

wires)

from

amp/receiver/processor

into

the

SWA-500M

and

then

back

the

main

audio

amplifier

the

RIL

loudspeakers.

When

the

HIGH

PASS

Frequency

switch

engaged,

you

can

then

control

the

frequencies

those

RIL

speakers

via

the

front

control

knob.

Use

the

HIGH

PASS

control

set

the

high-pass

crossover

frequency

from

160Hz

(according

your

loudspeaker

manufacturer's

recommendation)

drive

satellite

loudspeaker

system

amplifier

from

the

line-level

AUDIO

OUT

jacks.

activate

the

filtered

signals,

set

the

ON/OFF

switch

ON.

The

MODE

indicator

(on

the

far

left)

shows

which

power

mode

active,

set

the

(Auto)

POWER

switch:

Green

ON;

Red

STANDBY.

High

Pass

Frequency

Adjustment

On/Off

Switch.

Music/Movie

Mode

Setup

Mode.

SIGNAL CONNECTORS AND POWER CONTROLS

The

SWA-500M's

signal

connectors

and

power

controls

are

located

the

unit's

rear

panel,

shown

Figure 7.

The

controls

function

follows:

NOTE:

SEE

APPLICATIONS

STARTING

PAGE

FOR

DETAILED

WIRING

CONNECTIONS

FOR

YOUR

APPLICATION.

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Figure

Back

Panel

Control

the

SWA-500M

12V

POWER

TRIGGER:

The

SWA-500M

can

turned

off

using

the

power

switch

the

back

panel

can

turn

off

automatically

via

the

12V

Power

Trigger.

For

external

power

triggering,

use

mini

(3.5

mm)

plug

connect

the

jack

power

on/off

trigger

signal

from

home

theater

sound

processor

receiver.

The

back-panel

switch

overrides

this

function

and

must

the

position

for

the

12V

power

trigger

work.

The

input

accepts

(AC

DC)

control

signals

with

power

ranging

from

Volts

Volts.

Tip

positive.

Power

off

Volts

(or

AC).

You

can

use

the

OUT

jack

pass

the

POWER

TRIGGER

signal

another

SWA-500M

amplifier

other

trigger-

activated

device,

such

motorized

speakers

rear

effects

speaker's

dipolelbipole

mode.

Voltage

will

present

the

output

jack

whenever

the

amplifier

active.

This

indicated

the

green

LED

the

front

panel.

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