User manual PIONEER S-W160S-K

[. . . ] Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 ºC ­ +35 ºC (+41 ºF ­ +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En strong artificial light) This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and D3-4-2-1-9a_En 93/68/EEC). If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. if connected to an AC outlet , the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. [. . . ] This is because it has 5 channels in the 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range (front left and right, center, and rear left and right) and an independent channel for the subwoofer. The subwoofer plays back the bass in monaural, making use of the fact that the human ear loses the sense of direction of lowpitched sound. Since the sense of direction is lost, the subwoofer can be installed almost anywhere. If it is installed too far away, however, the sound from the left and right speakers may become unnatural. 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Left speaker Right speaker Recommended installation range for the subwoofer Listening position Front left speaker Center speaker Front right speaker Subwoofer Listening area Rear left speaker Rear right speaker To avoid interference with the picture on a nearby TV set, use magnetically shielded speaker systems. This is particularly important for the center speaker since it is usually located closest to the TV. Position the left and right channel speakers at equal distances from the TV set and approximately 1. Install the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. The rear (surround) speakers are most effective when installed in parallel locations directly to the side, or slightly behind, the listener, at a level about 1 meter above the listener's ears. When installing the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with tape or some other suitable means. Otherwise, the speaker may fall from the TV due to external shocks such as earthquakes, and it may lead to endangering those nearby or damaging the speaker. Install the unit in a well-ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high temperatures and high humidity. Do not place the unit near stoves or other heating equipment or at locations exposed to direct sunlight, as these can have an adverse effect on the cabinet and internal components. Also, do not install the unit where there is too much dust or high humidity, as these can cause malfunctioning or breakdowns. (Avoid cooking tables and other locations where the unit would be exposed to heat, steam and soot. ) ÷ Do not place heavy objects such as a television or TV monitor on top of the unit. Keep the unit away from devices such as cassette decks which are sensitive to magnetic fields. Please install this unit away from the antenna cable of the tuner, as noise can be caused with installation close to the antenna cable. In such a case, use this unit at a position away from the antenna and the antenna cable, or when playback of extra bass is not required, switch off the power for this unit. When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 60 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 30 cm at each side). Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En equipment on thick carpet or a bed. [. . . ] Place the subwoofer a good distance from speakers. Turn the VOLUME knob counterclockwise to lower the volume. Increase the distance between the AM or FM antenna (for indoor use) and this unit. Power supply to amplifier or speaker switch is turned off. [. . . ]