Infinity TSS-500OM User's Manual
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1. Subwoofer 10 Left Front Center Right Front Channel Channel Channel Couch Left Right Surround Surround Channel Channel Figure 1 this overhead view of a typical installation satellite speakers are used to reproduce sound for the front and surround channels The center channel reproduces sound and dialogue The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects and music Subwoofer Right Front Channel Center Channel Right Surround Left Front Channel Channel Left Surround Channel Figure 2 This figure shows an alternative layout which may be more suitable for some rooms PLACEMENT NOTE The satellite speakers can be placed directly on a shelf or mounted on a wall using the included wall brackets Left and Right Front Channels For left and right front channels place one satellite to the left and another to the right of the television as shown in Figure 1 Since the speakers are magnetically shielded you can place them very close to the TV without worrying about the magnetic field distorting the picture Center Channel For the center channel place the speaker directly on top of or below your television Use a shelf if the television does not provide a stable platform Surround Channels For left and right surround channels place one speaker on the left and another on the right to the side of or slightly behind the listening area The surround s2. Satellites only Detach shelf stand by removing screw in rear of speaker _ 7 0 Step 2 Mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the mounting screws Step 3 Place bracket against the wall and fasten four 1 1 2 10 wood screws through the bracket s screw holes into the wall If a wall stud is not available use an appropriate anchor Step 4 Unscrew round collar C from bracket A 3 185 500 Step 5 Screw the ball and shaft assembly to 1 4 20 insert on rear of speaker Back out 1 2 of a turn and tighten nut against the speaker 6 Attach speaker wire as shown on page 4 7 Drop round collar over ball and shaft assembly at is mounted to the speaker with the finished side of the collar facing the rear of the speaker Step 8 Carefully push the ball straight into the socket mounted on the wall angle the speaker as desired and tighten the collar using the enclosed metal bar Metal bar x Figure 3 Bracket on wall CENTER AND SATELLITE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Turn Off All Power After placing the speakers you are ready to connect your system First turn off all audio system power Use high quality speaker wire to make your connections 18 gauge speaker wire with polarity coding is included For longer distances 16 gauge or heavier wire is recomm
3. are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage your equipment Press Connector In and Hold Insert Bare 0 Release s No Stripe Stripe Figure 5 Wiring diagram shows polarity connections for a center channel 155 500 SUBWOOFER CONTROLS a O 0 International Company A Few Suggestions We recommend that you do not operate your speakers or subwoofer with the bass treble and loudness controls set to ae full boost This will place undue strain on your electronics and Lev speakers and could damage them The volume control setting on your processor preamp or receiver is not a specific indication of the overall loudness level of the speakers The only important consideration is the loudness level at which the system can be played regardless of where the volume control is set Always turn down the volume control setting on your processor preamp or receiver when changing a cassette or CD or switching inputs to AM or FM operation Excessively loud transients clicks or popping sounds can damage the satellite speakers and possibly the subwoofer ub500 NA Important This area is designed to become quite warm Whenever changing cables pulling plugs etc ALWAYS TURN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT including the subwoofer FUSE 120V 60Hz T 5 L 250V 200Wat
4. 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 grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade 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 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table 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 13 Unplug this apparatus during ightning storms or when unused for ong periods of time Noo 185 500 14 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 15 Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards 16 This product should be operated only fro
5. C plug connected to live receptacle Has the Power Switch been pressed to the On position Once you have confirmed that the subwoofer active proceed by playing a CD or DVD Use a selection that has ample bass information Set the overall volume control of the receiver processor to a comfortable level Adjust the Subwoofer Level Control until you obtain a pleasing blend of bass Bass response should not overpower the room but rather be adjusted so there is a harmonious blend across the entire musical range Many users have a tendency to set the subwoofer volume too loud adhering to the belief that a subwoofer is there to produce lots of bass This is not entirely true A subwoofer is there to TSS 500 enhance bass extending the response of the entire system so the bass can be felt as well as heard However overall balance must be maintained or the music will not sound natural An experienced listener will set the volume of the subwoofer so its impact on bass response is always there but never obtrusive Final Positioning After correctly connecting the TSS 500 system and verifying that both the subwoofer and all satellite speakers are playing it is time to optimize the system for your particular listening room Earlier you placed the subwoofer in its general location Finding the exact location for optimum performance sometimes only involves moving the speakers up to a few inches in any direction We urge you ther
6. Jor Sowutions _ WINfinity TOTAL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS TSS 500 Owner s Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read First CAUTION 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 To 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 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 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9
7. N N A A N N Important Safety Precautions Introduction Unpacking the System Planning Your System Placement Wall Mounting the Satellites and Center Channel Center and Satellite Speaker Connections Subwoofer Con Subwoofer Con Operation Maintenance a Specifications rols ections d Service 155 500 INTRODUCTION Infinity Total Solutions Infinity Total Solutions continues Infinity s longstanding commitment to accurate sound reproduction Our high quality drivers precision dividing networks and rigid well braced enclosures combine to deliver uncompromised performance in any multichannel home theater system In addition these speakers except for the powered subwoofer are magnetically shielded for safe placement adjacent to a television UNPACKING THE SYSTEM Carefully unpack the system If you suspect damage from transit report it immediately to your dealer and or delivery service Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use Open the package and verify the following contents Wire package containing 2 40 12m speaker wires 3 15 4 6m speaker wires 1 15 4 6m subwoofer cable so 1 Subwoofer 1 Center with base 5 Wall brackets for satellites and center channel TSS 500 PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM Before deciding where to best place your speakers survey your room and study Figures 1 and 2
8. efore to experiment with placement if possible until your speakers deliver their full potential MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a soft cloth to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust All wiring connections should be inspected and cleaned or remade periodically The frequency of maintenance depends on the metals involved in the connections atmospheric conditions and other factors but once per year is the minimum If a problem occurs make sure that all connections are properly made and clean If a problem exists one loudspeaker reverse the connection wires to the left and right system If the problem remains in the same speaker then the fault is with the loud speaker If the problem appears in the opposite speaker the cause in another component or cable In the event that your TSS 500 ever needs service contact your local Infinity dealer or visit www infinitysystems com for a service center near you SPECIFICATIONS TSS 500 Frequency Range Recommended Amplifier Power Range Sensitivity 2 83V 1 meter Nominal Impedance Crossover Frequency Midrange Driver s High Frequency Driver Dimensions H x W x D Weight Frequency Range Amplifier Output Low Frequency Driver Crossover Frequency Dimensions H x W x D Weight Satellites 150Hz 25kHz 3dB 10 100 Watts 86 TkHz 2 1 2 64mm Magne
9. ended The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered positive polarity 1 Also consult the owner s manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver to confirm connection procedures Satellites Observe polarities when making speaker connections as shown in Figure 4 Connect each terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective red terminal on each speaker Connect the black terminals in the same way Important Do not reverse polarities i to or to when making connections Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response Be certain that positive and negative wire strands are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage your equipment Press Connector 1 In and Hold Insert Bare End Release Stripe Receiver or Amplifier rear view Output Figure 4 Wiring diagram shows polarity connections for one channel of a home theater system Center Channel Observe polarities when making speaker connections as shown in Figure 5 Connect each terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective red terminal on the speaker Connect the black terminals in the same way Important Do not reverse polarities i to or to when making connections Be certain that positive and negative wire strands
10. isk of fire or electric shock 20 Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 21 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 22 Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 23 When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 24 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition 25 The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Antenna Lead In Wire Ground Clamp Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 TSS 500 Guide Table of Contents o
11. m the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 17 If an outside antenna or cable system connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up tatic charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge nit size of grounding conductors location of ntenna discharge unit connection to grounding ectrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See Figure A 18 An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Figure A Example of Antenna Grounding as per National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 eee 19 Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in r
12. ng waves and absorptions generated within the room will strongly influence the performance of any subwoofer system As a result specific location of the subwoofer becomes important and we strongly recommend that you experiment with placement before choosing a final location Placement will depend upon your room for example whether or not your room permits placement of the subwoofer near either satellite and the amount and quality of bass required Mounting on Floor Stands Optional TSS STAND500 floor stands are available should you prefer to place your TSS 500 satellites on the floor see your dealer or visit www infinitysystems com for more information In addition there is a 1 4 20 insert in each satellite that allows the satellite to be mounted to many third party floor stands Unscrew the rear foot to reveal the insert WALL MOUNTING THE SATELLITES AND CENTER CHANNEL The TSS 500 satellites and center channel are designed to be mounted on the wall There is a wall bracket for each speaker Each speaker bracket will require four 1 1 2 10 wood screws each screw should be fastened to a wall stud If a wall stud is unavailable install an anchor appropriate for a 1 1 2 10 screw NOTE The customer is responsible for the correct selection and use of mounting hardware available through hardware stores that will ensure the proper and safe wall mounting of the speakers 155 500 WALL MOouNnTING Step 1
13. peakers should be mounted at a height of between 5 ft 1 6m and 7 ft 2m Subwoofer ince the installation of a subwoofer can be somewhat more omplicated than installing full range speakers it is essential at you read this section very carefully prior to connecting the subwoofer to your system Should you have questions relating to installation it is advisable to contact either your dealer or finity s Customer Service Department for advice gt e performance of the subwoofer is directly related to its placement in the listening room and how you align the subwoofer ith the satellite speakers Setting the volume of the subwoofer relation to the left and right speakers is also of critical importance because it is essential that the subwoofer integrate oothly with the entire system Setting the subwoofer s volume level too high will result in an overpowering boomy bass Setting the volume level too low will negate the benefits of the subwoofer are several additional facts on installation that may prove useful It is generally believed that low frequencies below 125Hz are nondirectional and therefore placement of a subwoofer within any listening room is not critical While in theory it is true that the larger wavelengths of extremely low frequencies are basically nondirectional the fact is that when installing a subwoofer within the limited confines of a room reflections standi
14. r equipment s instructions to ensure that the subwoofer output is turned on and that the speakers are set to Small in each mode If your receiver has adjustable crossover settings we recommend the subwoofer crossover be set between 100Hz and 12092 Power Plug your subwoofer s AC cord into a wall outlet Do not use the outlets on the back of the receiver Initially set the Subwoofer Level Control to the MIN position Turn on the subwoofer by pressing the Power Switch on the rear panel Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie soundtrack at a moderate level Auto On Standby With the Power Switch in the ON position the LED on the back will remain lit in green or red to indicate the ON STANDBY mode of the subwoofer RED STANDBY No signal detected Amp Off GREEN ON Signal detected Amp On The subwoofer will automatically enter the Standby mode after approximately 10 minutes when no signal is detected from your system The subwoofer will then power ON instantly when a signal is detected During periods of normal use the Power Switch can be left on You may turn off the Power Switch for extended periods of nonoperation e g when you are away on vacation Adjust Level Turn the Subwoofer Level Control up about halfway If no sound emanates from the subwoofer check the AC line cord and input cables Are the connectors on the cables making proper contact the A
15. tically shielded 3 4 19mm Magnetically shielded 7 11 16 x 3 1 2 x 2 3 4 195mm x 89mm x 70mm 1 2 Ib 0 5kg Powered Subwoofer 39Hz 150Hz 3dB 100 Watts RMS 8 200mm 120Hz 24dB Octave line level non LFE input 15 7 8 x 13 5 8 x 14 5 8 403mm x 346mm x 371mm 31 7 10 14 4kg Infinity continually strives to update and improve existing products as well as create new ones The specifications and construction details in this and related Infinity publications are therefore subject to change without notice Center Channel 150Hz 25kHz 3dB 10 100 Watts TkHz Dual 2 1 2 64mm magnetically shielded 3 4 19mm Magnetically shielded 3 1 2 x 12 x 2 3 4 89mm x 305mm x 70mm 2 Ib 0 9kg 155 500 Wlnfinity TECHNOLOGY PERFORMANCE DESIGN 2006 Harman International Industries Incorporated All rights reserved Infinity Systems 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury NY 11797 USA www infinitysystems com Infinity and Harman International are registered trademarks and Total Solutions is a trademark of Harman International Industries Incorporated Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc Part No 406 000 05307 E 1 06 Harman International Company
16. ts WARNING FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FISK OF FRE REPLACE ONIY WITH SAME TYPE OF FUSE ATISSEMENT UTILISER UN FUSIBLE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE Subwoofer Level Control LFE Input Line Level Inputs Power Switch 5 185 500 SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver processor with a low frequency effects LFE or subwoofer output If your receiver processor does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS processor but has a subwoofer output 15 4 6m subwoofer cable included RECEIVER PROCESSOR SUBWOOFER OR 15 4 6m subwoofer LFE OUTPUT SUB OUT cable included E Infinity Systems Woodbury SUBWOOFER gt p H Harman International Company we 7 Infinity Systems Woadhuty SUBWOOFER 2 H A Harman International Company LeveL UNE i 1 R 206 gt NOTE If your receiver processor has only one sub out you may use either the L or R input 155 500 OPERATION Surround Modes When using the TSS 500 in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater system make sure all speakers are set to Small When using the system in a Dolby Pro Logic home theater system make sure the receiver s center channel mode is set to Normal Some Dolby Digital equipped receivers processors offer different setup options for each source or surround mode e g CD stereo videotape Dolby Digital Pro Logic In each case follow you
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