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1. are not possible the high level option may be incorporated LOW LEVEL CONNECTION If connecting from a processor or a preamp connect using a pair of RCA interconnects from PRE OUT on preamplifiers and surround processors or SUB OUT on surround sound processors to the LOW LEVEL IN terminals on the subwoofer When connecting from a SUB OUT on a surround sound processor only one interconnect is required and should be used with the RIGHT LFE LOW LEVEL IN RCA terminals on the subwoofer If you wish to daisy chain a second subwoofer using RCA interconnects connect from PRE OUT or SUB OUT preamp or surround sound processor to LOW LEVEL IN on the 1 subwoofer with a second interconnect connect the LOW LEVEL OUT to the second subwoofers LOW LEVEL IN Turn the unit on HIGH LEVEL CONNECTION If your receiver or preamp does not have a SUB OUT or PRE OUT the high level connection may be used From your amplifiers SPEAKERS OUT connect both pair of speaker cables to the Kin Sub high level input It is important to respect polarity and the right left channel of your speaker wire Using a second set of speaker wires connect the Kin Sub high level out to the appropriate loudspeaker once again respecting polarity and channel Connect the power cord to the A C power inlet on your subwoofer and then directly to the A C receptacle on the wall Turn the unit on Note The Kin is available for 120V and 230V operation Ma2. cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide bladed or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 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 product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table
3. frequency of the subwoofer usually between 50 and 70 Hz for floorstanding speakers and 70Hz and up for monitor speakers Placement When using the Totem subwoofer in a stereo setup its ideal location between the main speakers or right beside them When the Totem subwoofer is used in a home cinema system it is recommended to place it in a corner Be careful not to place the subwoofer too close to the corner or it will start to sound congested causing detail loss Also make sure not to place the sub equidistant from the two walls in your corner As every room is different experimentation is the key to determining the optimal location for the Totem subwoofer Always keep in mind that frequency response and output level can be significantly affected influenced by placement all depending on the room s acoustic properties Caution This subwoofer has electronics built into the cabinet Do not place the cabinet next to sources of heat such as furnace registers radiators etc Do not place the unit near sources of excessive moisture such as evaporative coolers humidifiers etc The power cord should be routed in such a way that it will not be walked on pinched or compressed in any way that could result in damaging the insulation or wire When using the Kin in a home cinema setup it is recommended to place it in a corner The corner location offers the greatest output levels and optimum low frequency extension Be careful not to place the s
4. in the section of our Totem website at www totemacoustic com For further assistance contact our tech support at info totemacoustic com Unpacking Totem Acoustic keeps to a strict quality control regimen and all factory sealed products leave our facility in perfect condition If there are any damages visible or concealed they have occurred in handling and must be reported immediately to your Totem dealer Carefully remove the subwoofer from the box take caution as the size often deceives the actual weight Save all custom cartons and packaging foam for future use They are rather expensive and may come in handy for future upgrades Product Features Specifications 8 inch ballistic carbon fiber woofer Built in 150 watt peak RMS high efficiency amplifier Adjustable 50 to 200Hz Low pass crossover High pass speaker connections input amp output Line level RCA stereo amp RCA LFE inputs amp output Signal sensing auto turn off button Variable volume control 0 to 180 phase control Frequency response 30 200Hz Compression circuit prevents amp Clipping Power indicator LED Removable power cord Important Safety Instructions ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC LECTRIQUE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 10 11 Read these instructions eep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry
5. specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped The equipment shall be used at maximum 35 degree C ambient temperature Do not open the equipment to reduce the risk of electrical shock For safety reasons it is only allow to the opened by qualified service personnel WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture And the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable The product shall be used on open bench Consignes de s curit importantes ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC LECTRIQUE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN A Lisez ces instructions Conservez ces instructions Observez tous les avertissements S
6. TOTEM ACOUSTIC Our vision Totem Acoustic s mission is to develop loudspeakers capable of reproducing a truly musical and involving performance Our goal is to provide designs that are both affordable and real soul movers for the music lover and surround lover Music of any period country or style is accurately and emotionally rendered with a powerful focus that is yet soul stirring Each speaker is a piece de resistance that attests to the profound sound staging that can be reproduced by flexible and innovative engineering Listen and believe Congratulations We sincerely thank you for having granted Totem the special place in your living environment These speakers are designed to redefine your musical understanding and open up corridors of new experiences We hope you not only enjoy but experience Totem as your guide to a new and rewarding listening environment You will without a doubt experience a Totem moment User Manual KIN Subwoofer Congratulations on your new Totem subwoofer KIN A compact reference sub designed to seamlessly blend with your Totem speakers in any stereo or home theatre application Please take the time to fully read this manual prior to beginning set up The manual will clearly guide you to achieve the best possible sound that these newly acquired Totem speakers are capable of providing If you have further questions contact your authorized Totem dealer or visit the Q amp A page
7. ffisamment puissante pour constituer un risque d lectrocution pour les personnes Le poin d exclamation dans un triangle quilat ral vous avertit de l existence d instructions importantes de fonctionnement et d entre ien intervention dans la documentation accompagnant l appareil 12 Utilisez uniquement avec le chariot le socle le r pied la table ou le support sp cifi par e fabricant ou vendu avec l appareil En cas d utilisation d un chariot faites attention lorsque vous d placez ensemble chariot appareil de ne pas le renverser D branchez cet appareil lors d orage avec foudre ou orsque vous ne l utilisez pas pendant des p riodes prolong es Faites le r parer et entretenir par un personnel de service qualifi Il est n cessaire de faire r parer l appareil lorsqu il a subi des dommages quelconques du type suivant cordon ou fiche d alimentation ab m liquide renvers ou objets tomb s dans l appareil exposition de l appareil la pluie ou l humidit mauvais fonctionnement ou chute La temp rature ambiante lors de l utilisation ne doit pas d passer 35 degr s Celsius Afin de r duire les risques d lectrocution n ouvrez pas l quipement Pour des raisons de s curit seul du personnel d entretien qualifi est autoris l ouvrir ATTENTION Pour r duire le risque d incendie o d lectrocution n exposez pas cet appareil la pluie ou l humidit De plus
8. ke sure that the voltage switch is in the correct position for your domestic current before connecting it to the A C supply Adjustments The VOLUME FREQUENCY DIALS are used to tune the subwoofer to your speaker whether set for surround sound or stereo application Depending on the placement near a wall or a corner the final position of the dials should blend the Kin seamlessly to your system Use the Volume dial to match the loudness of the Kin subwoofer to main speakers Generally the final position is set between 9 and 12 o clock For optimum performance it is recommended that you do not turn the unit too loud during a break in period of about 100 hours Use the PHASE dial to adjust the phase of the Totem Kin subwoofer to your main speakers When in phase the system will give a much fuller bass response If your main speakers become brighter then usually it means the system is out of phase and needs readjusting The simplest way is to adjust the phase of your system is to have someone vary the PHASE dial as you are sitting in the listening position The Totem Kin subwoofer is equipped with an automatic standby mode If the unit does not receive a signal it will automatically go into standby This feature eliminates the need to turn the subwoofer off after each listening session The Totem Kin subwoofer will automatically resume power one a signal is sent to the SUb Use the low pass FREQUENCY dial to adjust the cut in
9. l appareil ne doit pas tre expos au d gouttement ou aux claboussures et aucun objet rempli de liquide tel qu un vase ne doit tre pos sur l appareil La fiche d alimentation CA sert de principal dispositif de d connexion et doit toujours tre capable de fonctionner correctement Ce produit doit tre utilis sur une surface ouverte Warning All connections must be made before the Totem subwoofer is turned on Use the Volume dial to match the loudness of the subwoofer to main speakers Generally the final position is set between 9 and 12 o clock For optimum performance it is recommended that you do not turn the unit too loud during a break in period of about 100 hours Use the PHASE dial and or switch to adjust the phase of the Totem subwoofer to your main speakers When in phase the system will give a much fuller bass response If your main speakers become brighter then usual it means the system is out of phase and needs readjusting The simplest way to adjust the phase of your system is to have a second individual to vary the PHASE dial and or switch as you are sitting in the listening positioning Connections Prior to making any connections make sure the power switch is set to OFF and the VOLUME dial is set to its minimum value Two connections are possible with the TOTEM Kin low and high levels inputs The low level connection is the preferred method to achieve maximum performance If low level connections
10. the safety cover once the appropriate voltage is selected Please note that an appropriate power cord to the voltage outlet selected must be incorporated The Totem Kin subwoofer is equipped with a special protection circuitry to provide maximum performance and reliability A user serviceable fuse is also located in the detachable power cord receptacle Should the fuse need replacement it is imperative that the replacement fuse be the EXACT same value and size Totem Limited Warranty on Subwoofer The Totem subwoofer must be purchased from an authorized Totem dealer The limited warranty is for 2 years from the date of purchase Please register on line at www totemacoustic com within two weeks of the purchase date Keep your original bill or receipt obtained from your authorized Totem dealer Retain the sturdy carton and all packing material if needed it will prove invaluable for damage free transport or storage The Totem limited warranty applies to products in normal home use only The warranty is void if serial numbers have been altered or removed The warranty is void if products show signs of abuse The warranty is void if the subwoofer have been tampered with The subwoofer requires at least 75 100 hours of actual break in time period During this time refrain from playing the unit at very loud levels You will notice a definite gradual improvement as your unit breaks in Should servicing be required please contact yo
11. ubwoofer too close to the corner or it will begin to sound congested causing detail loss Also make sure not to place the unit equidistant from the two walls in your corner In order to achieve maximum performance your Kin subwoofer requires proper positioning We suggest you experiment with the location during your setup to find where it sounds best while seated in your listening position Wherever the placement choice the subwoofer must always remain in an upright position with the woofer facing forward If unit is stored shipped or used in any other position for an extended period of time damage not covered by warranty may result Grill Installation The Totem Kin incorporates a magnetic grill assembly Simply place the grill in front of the driver and it will securely attach to the cabinet Care of Subwoofer This unit does not require any type of regular maintenance Dust and clean the surface using a soft damp cloth Abrasive detergents and solutions may result in damage to the cabinet and woofer Voltage switch and Protection Circuitry The Totem Kin subwoofer is equipped with a voltage switch to allow playback in different regions It is imperative that the voltage switch be set to reflect your local A C current If you are not familiar with your A C current please contact your local TOTEM DEALER To adjust the voltage remove the protective cover and move the switch to the appropriate position For security please reinstall
12. uivez toutes les instructions N utilisez pas cet appareil proximit de l eau Utilisez uniquement un chiffon sec pour le nettoyer Ne bloquez pas les ouvertures de ventilation Installez conform ment aux instructions du fabricant Ne l installez pas proximit de sources de chaleur telles que des radiateurs des bouches de chaleur des po les ou d autres appareils amplificateurs compris produisant de la chaleur des fins de s curit la fiche est polaris e ou mise la erre ne contournez pas ses dispositifs Une fiche polaris e est quip e de deux lames de connexion dont une est plus large que l autre Une iche avec mise la terre se compose de deux lames plus une troisi me broche de mise la terre La lame la plus large ou la troisi me broche de la iche existent des fins de s curit Si la fiche fournie ne s adapte pas dans votre prise demandez un lectricien de remplacer la prise obsol te Prot gez le cordon d alimentation surtout au niveau des fiches des prises et des points o il sort de l appareil pour viter qu on ne marche dessus ou qu on ne le pince Utilisez uniquement les accessoires sp cifi s par le fabricant Le symbole de l clair avec une fl che son extr mit dans un triangle quilat ral a pour but de vous avertir de la pr sence d une tension lectrique dangereuse et non isol e l int rieur de l enceinte de l appareil qui peut tre su
13. ur authorized Totem dealer We reserve the right to any future change or modification without notice If you have any further queries or require any classifications feel free to contact your Totem Authorized dealer
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