Niles Audio SSVC-2 Stereo Amplifier User Manual
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1. 2 Dimensions 17 wide x 2 high x 9 1 8 deep SSVC 4 Dimensions 17 wide x 2 high x 9 1 8 deep SSVC 6 e Shipping weight approximately 5 lbs SSVC 2 10 Ibs SSVC 4 12 Ibs SSVC 62. NILES Niles Audio Corporation www nilesaudio com 12331 S W 130 Street Miami Florida 33186 Tel 305 238 4373 Fax 305 238 0185 2004 Niles Audio Corporation All rights reserved Niles the Niles logo and Blending High Fidelity and Architecture are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation Because we strive to improve our products Niles reserves the right to change product specifications without notice The technical and other information contained herein is not intended to set forth all technical and other specifications of Niles products Additional information can be obtained on line at www nilesaudio com or by calling Niles at 1 800 289 4434 Printed in China 01 04 DS00357ACN INSTALLATION amp OPERATION GUIDE SSVC 2 SSVC 4 SSVC 6 SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEMS NILES BLENDING HIGH FIDELITY AND ARCHITECTURE SPEAKER SSVC 6 Speaker Selection Volume Control Systems TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Features and Benefits Installation Considerations 5 Installation 8 Operation 10 Specifications 12 SEJ ECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM SSVC 2 SSVC 4 Introduction The SSVC series is a combination speaker selector and volume controller It allows you to connect multiple pairs of speakers to your stereo receiver or amplifier and adjust the volume of any pair independently Additionally you can choose to listen to any pair of speakers or any combination of pair
3. UME CONTROL SYSTEM Receiver TUNER 94 9 2 ullu O SSS e coco HHHP a Niles SSVC4 Lollo lolol lolll folo Speaker Speaker Speaker Speaker Pair 4 Pair 3 Pair 2 Pair 1 Figure 1 Wiring Diagram Tube Amplifier Figure 3 Using a Tube Amplifier 3 Figure 2 Connecting the wires SSVC 2 Figure 4 Connecting the wires SSVC 4 6 SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Notes Features and Benefits e Power handling 100 watts per channel RMS 200 watts peak e Selectable impedance magnification for 1 2 3 4 5 6 pairs of speakers e Individual room on off selector switches TECH e 12 step controls 54dB maximum attenuation SUPPORT a HOTLINE e Separate left and right ground paths for compatibility with all amplifiers If you have questions regarding e Removable screwless connectors accommodate up to the operation of 14 gauge wire the Niles SSVC 2 4 6 e Rugged all metal chassis construction contact your local Niles dealer or Niles e Non skid feet won t scratch furniture and ensure unit stability COMENSE CEAT during operation 1 800 289 4434 e 72 adhesive backed room identification labels e Warranty Ten year limited e Dimensions 8 1 2 wide x 2 high x 7 1 4 deep SSVC
4. damce Removable Magnification Connectors Selection i SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL Specifications Audio Power Handling 100 watts channel continuous music power Frequency Response 1 2 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz Mounting Table top component Wiring Requirements Individual runs of 2 conductor speaker wire Connectors accommodate wire sizes 14 22 gauge 16 gauge recommend ed Overall Dimensions 8 1 2 wide x 2 high x 7 1 4 deep Weight 3 Ib SYSTEM SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM IMPORTANT DO NOT use the SSVC 2 4 6 with amps or receivers rated at more than 100 watts per chan nel RMS at 8 ohms Installation Considerations Power Handling The SSVC 2 SSVC 4 and SSVC 6 are designed for use with a receiver or amplifier having a maximum power output of 100 watts per channel at 8 ohms Damage caused by the use of a higher power receiver or amplifier will void the warranty Consult your Niles dealer or receiver amplifier manufacturer if you are uncertain about the power rating of your receiver or amplifier Important DO NOT use the SSVC series with amps or receivers rated at more than 100 watts per channel RMS at 8 ohms Amplifier Impedance Load As more pairs of speakers are parallel connected to a receiver or amplifier the overall system impedance becomes lower For example if two pairs of 8 ohm speakers are connected in par allel the impedance will be 4 ohms two pairs o
5. f 4 ohm speakers in parallel become 2 ohms and so on Most receivers or amplifiers are not rated for use below a 4 ohm load Most manufacturers do not recommend connect ing two pairs of 4 ohm speakers without using some form of impedance correction SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Operation 1 Make sure the amplifier or receiver power is OFF and set the volume to minimum Set the volume control for the speaker pair you wish to play to maximum fully clockwise Locate the on off button which corresponds to the speaker pair you wish to play Set it to the ON position Turn on the amplifier or receiver and select as source such as the tuner or CD player Slowly turn up the amplifier or receiver volume and set it to a comfortable not maximum listening level Be careful not to overdrive or clip your amplifier If the sound becomes muddy or distorted you have reached the limit of your amplifier s volume capability and should quickly reduce the volume to avoid damaging your speakers Using the appropriate volume control on the front of the speaker selector adjust the volume of the speakers to the desired listening level You can turn off the speakers by turning the appropriate volume control on the SSVC series fully counter clockwise or by pressing the on off button TECH TIP If your amplifier or receiver has A and B speaker pair outputs connect the SSVC se
6. onvenient location for the SSVC 2 4 6 2 Run all the necessary wiring to the SSVC 2 4 6 Label the wires for future reference See Figure 1 3 Locate the connector plugs and remove them if they are plugged in See Figure 2 and Figure 4 4 Strip 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain SSVC 2 connector installation a On the SSVC 2 use a small flathead screwdriver or your thumbnail to raise the locking tabs exposing the holes on the removable connector plug b Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector plug and snap the locking tab down NOTE To help you avoid improper installation the connector plug is keyed c Insert the smooth side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the socket Don t force the scalloped side of the connector plug into the smooth side of the socket See Figure 2 SYSTEM SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM SSVC 4 6 connector installation a Insert each wire into the appropriate hole on the removable connector plug b Use a small flathead screwdriver to tighten each wire in place c Insert the connector plug into the socket and lock in place by tightening captive screws on each side of connector See Figure 4 The inputs of the SSVC 2 4 6 are the connector terminals labeled AMPLIFIER The outputs are the connector terminals labeled SPEAKERS Be sure no
7. ries to the A outputs Do not connect anything to B This will prevent the amplifier or receiver from driving an unusually low impedance load SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Type of Speaker Wire For most applications we recommend you use 16 or 18 gauge stranded copper speaker wire for the SSVC 2 4 6 con nections For wiring runs longer than 80 feet 14 gauge wire is recommended Using speaker wire larger than 14 gauge for SSVC connections is not recommended the wire may not fit into the connectors Never use solid core aluminum or Romex type wire with the speaker selector When running speaker wires inside walls most states and municipalities in the U S specify that you must use a special type of speaker wire Usually the requirement is that the wire has a specific CL fire rating such as CL 2 or CL 3 Consult your Niles dealer building contractor or local building and inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is best for your application Avoiding Interference Speaker wires can act as an antenna for electrical noise Locating speaker wires too close to a light dimmer or switch may cause a buzzing or popping sound to be heard thought the speakers If you must locate the SSVC series wiring near electrical devices route the speaker wires several feet away from the electrical wiring SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL Installation 1 Select a c
8. s simultane ously You don t have to worry about overloading your amplifier The SSVC series uses impedance magnification to keep your amplifier running safely even with all speakers playing A perfect application for the SSVC series is individually control ling speaker on off and volume adjustment for multiple pairs of speakers one pair in the room with the main stereo system and all other pairs at remote locations The SSVC series adjusts the volume of the speakers connected to it by attenu ating the amplifier signal Niles volume controls use autoform ers instead of L pads for the volume controlling element This assures minimal internal power dissipation with virtually no power wasted as heat SPEAKER Notes SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM 12 position volume control provides greater attenuation than conventional 10 position designs Recessed areas for custom room SVC A SPEAKER SELECTOR VOLUME CONTROL SYSTE labels l Attractive low profile design C C Sies Simple push button operation Connect up to two pairs of speakers f NILES Mies Audo Corporation Miami Frida USA rie HHHHAH Os jg MHHHHHHs pH HSHHHES HHEH otutu l ce Impe
9. t to reverse these connections or the SSVC 2 4 6 will not function properly 5 Locate the pre printed Room Labels Affix the appropriate label to the recessed area next to the knob on the SSVC 2 4 6 SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Calculating the Impedance Magnification Setting Use the following instructions to select the correct switch setting for the number and type of speakers in your system 1 Count the number of pairs of speakers you are connecting to the system 2 Set the Speaker Pairs switch on the rear panel of the SSVC 2 4 6 to match the number of pairs of speakers 1 2 3 4 5 6 TECH TIP Wire size is expressed by it s AWG American Wire Gauge number The lower the AWG number the larger the wire i e 12 AWG wire is physically larger than 14 AWG SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM Balancing Speaker Volume The volume control on your receiver or amplifier serves as the master volume for all speaker pairs connected The volume level of the speakers may vary from room to room This is caused by several factors Two lesser factors are the size of the speaker and its efficiency The largest factor is the physical size of the room The SSVC series volume controls allow you to adjust the vol ume of each speaker pair individually You can leave the ampli fier or receiver volume set at one position and use the SSVC volume controls exclusively SPEAKER SELECTION I VOL
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