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CAUTION: 

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! 

DO NOT OPEN!

CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of this
device. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer repairs to a Klipsch authorized service center.
AVIS: Risque de choc electricque, ne pas ouvrir.

CAUTION! The international symbol of a lightning bolt inside a triangle is intended to caution you to
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the device’s enclosure. The international symbol of an exclama-
tion point inside a triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important operating, maintenance
and servicing information in the manual accompanying the device.

CAUTION! To prevent electrical shock, match the wide blade of the plug on the power cord to the wide
slot on the power outlet and insert fully. ATTENTION: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

1. Read Instructions. All safety and operating instructions should be read before operating the device.

2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the device and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow instructions. All operating and safety instructions should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture. The device should never be used in, on or near water due to risk of fatal shock.

6. Carts and Stands. The device should only be used on carts or stands recommended by the 

manufacturer.

7. Wall and Ceiling Mounting. The device should be mounted on a wall or ceiling only as recommended 

by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation. The device should always be located in such a way that it maintains proper ventilation. 

It should never be placed in a built-in installation or anywhere that may impede the flow of air 
through its heat sink or ventilation openings.

9. Heat. Never locate the device near heat sources such as a radiator, floor register, stove or other heat 

generating device.

10. Power Supply. The device should only be connected to a power supply of  the type described in the 

operating instructions or as marked on the device.

11. Polarization. This product is equipped with a polarized line plug that has one blade wider than the 

other. To prevent electrical shock, match the wide blade of the plug with the wide blade slot of the 
receptacle and insert fully.

12. Power Cord Protection. Power cables should be routed so they are unlikely to be stepped on or 

crushed by items placed on or against them. Pay special attention to where the plug enters a socket 
or fused strip and to where the cord enters the device.

13. Cleaning. The device should be cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

14. Periods of Non-Use. The device should be unplugged from the wall outlet when it is not in use for 

extended periods.

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Summary of Contents for KSW-10

Page 1: ...h com Make sure you return your warranty card so that we may keep you up to date on new Klipsch products and promo tions As always if you have any questions contact your local authorized Klipsch dealer For your records Model Serial Number Date Purchased Dealer Name 193098 Rev 1 20M0499 ...

Page 2: ...Owner s Manual Warranty KS W SERIE S PO WERED SUBWOOF ERS ...

Page 3: ...ll operating and safety instructions should be followed 5 Water and Moisture The device should never be used in on or near water due to risk of fatal shock 6 Carts and Stands The device should only be used on carts or stands recommended by the manufacturer 7 Wall and Ceiling Mounting The device should be mounted on a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 8 Ventilation The device ...

Page 4: ... Store Name State How did you hear about Klipsch q Audio Home Theater Magazine q Other Magazine q TV q Radio q Newspaper q Trade Show q Friend q Retail Dealer q Direct Mail Have you purchased Klipsch products before q Yes q No If yes what products Product Name s When do you hope to purchase additional loudspeakers q 6 mos 1 yr q 1 2 yrs q 2 4 yrs How likely are you to consider Klipsch products for...

Page 5: ...uct was not purchased from a KLIPSCH authorized dealer You may call 1 800 KLIPSCH to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and or you purchased from a KLIPSCH authorized dealer This Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the product This Warranty does not cover damage due t...

Page 6: ... operating properly or exhibits a marked change in performance The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged 17 Service The user should not attempt to service the device beyond what is described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified personnel If dealer service is not available contact Klipsch customer service for a return authorization RA n...

Page 7: ...our purchase of a Klipsch KSW Series powered subwoofer Our fourth generation KSW powered subwoofers will add an exciting new dimension to your home entertainment system providing outstanding bass reproduction of your favorite music and movies The KSW models provide more powerful amplifiers all new driver designs and greater ease of use making them an incredible value A Klipsch KSW subwoofer brings...

Page 8: ... second ON delay 15 minute OFF delay Frequency Response 26 120Hz 3dB Maximum Acoustic Output 113dB 1 8 space 1 meter Low Pass Crossover Continuously variable from 40 120Hz 24dB octave slope above 120Hz Inputs 2 Line level RCA phono jacks 2 High level speaker terminals Outputs 2 High level speaker terminals High pass filtered at 100Hz 6dB octave slope Phase Switchable 0 180 degrees Drive Component ...

Page 9: ...ers and amplifiers are also color coded Typically RED is positive and BLACK is negative or ground It does not matter which wire conductor is connected to the positive or negative connection of your equipment as long as you are consistent Be sure that the connections from the amp to all of the speakers in your system are connected in a like manner If this is not done the quantity of bass will be re...

Page 10: ...aker Level Connections at Right Main Speakers Limited Range Line Level Connections at Left Main Speakers Full Range Optional LFE Connection Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups One Channel Shown Repeat for Opposite Channel ...

Page 11: ...Figure C KSW 15 INPUT PANEL Line Level Connections Main Speakers Bass Filtered Optional LFE Connection Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups One Channel Shown Repeat for Opposite Channel ...

Page 12: ... carpeted surface attach the enclosed rubber pads to the subwoofer s feet to prevent vibration and marring How to Connect Your KSW Series Subwoofer AC Power Since your KSW subwoofer has an internal power amplifier it must be plugged into a nearby AC wall outlet The subwoofer should be unplugged from the AC power with the power switch in the OFF posi tion during hookup and installation To eliminate...

Page 13: ...Figure A KSW 10 INPUT PANEL Speaker Level Connections Main Speakers Full Range Optional LFE Connection Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups One Channel Shown Repeat for Opposite Channel ...

Page 14: ...s LEVEL ALL MODELS The LEVEL control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer relative to your main speakers Use this control to compensate for room acoustics subwoofer placement and the sensitivity of your main speakers This control effects the signals that are connected to any of the subwoofers inputs It does not effect the volume level of your main speakers Suggested control position for initial set...

Page 15: ...reatest quantity of bass 0 or 180 The proper setting of this control is affected by room acoustics and the placement of the subwoofer in the room You may need to repeat this procedure if the subwoofer is repositioned Troubleshooting If your subwoofer has little or no output Double check your power AC and system connections Make sure that the LEVEL control is turned up Make sure that the POWER swit...

Page 16: ...terminals as your main speakers on your amplifier Alternately you can hook your main speakers to the SPEAKER IN terminals on the subwoofer along with the subwoofer s input cables or switch to a line level connection if your electronics permit If you are still experiencing difficulties con sult your authorized Klipsch dealer Regardless of your amplifier s rated capacity do not operate the system at...

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