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Constant Protection Switch

The SVL-4 is equipped with a manual override for the protec-
tion circuit that enables you to defeat the front panel protec-
tion switch and maintain constant impedance protection.
This will safeguard your amplifier from being overdriven due
to accidental or improper use by anyone unfamiliar with the
equipment.

To engage this override, move the rear panel "CONSTANT
PROTECTION" switch to the "ON" position. Constant imped-
ance protection will be maintained until the switch is turned
to "OFF".

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 SVL-4's volume controls allow you to adjust the volume
of each speaker pair individually. You can leave the amplifier
or receiver volume set at one position and use the SVL-4 vol-
ume controls exclusively.

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 recommended)

Overall Dimensions
17" wide x 2" high x

9-1/4" deep

Weight
7 1/2 lbs.

Summary of Contents for SVL-4

Page 1: ...SVL 4 I N S T A L L A T I O N O P E R A T I O N G U I D E NILES M O D E L SVL 4 SPEAKER SELECTION VOLUME CONTROL SYSTEM SVL 4...

Page 2: ...for the SVL 4 is individually controlling speaker ON OFF and volume adjustment for four pairs of speakers one pair in the room with the main stereo system and three additional pairs in remote location...

Page 3: ...n instead of the usual 20 or 30 dB POP FREE switching between all steps Pre printed Room Labels are included for easy identification of speaker ON OFF buttons Isolated left and right channel ground re...

Page 4: ...lly and acoustically for frequency response distortion and power handling Standard 17 width allows the SVL 4 to stack neatly with other standard size components May be used with 4 6 or 8 ohm speaker s...

Page 5: ...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 parallel the im...

Page 6: ...f you intend to use the SVL 4 with more than two pairs of 4 ohm speakers it is recommended that you verify that the receiver or amplifier is capable of driving a 4 ohm load Consult your Niles dealer o...

Page 7: ...cating speaker wires too close to a light dimmer or switch may cause a buzzing or popping sound to be heard though the speakers If you must locate the SVL 4 wiring near electrical devices route the sp...

Page 8: ...R O L S Y S T E M Figure 1 Using a Tube Amplifier Tube Amplifier Niles SVL 4 150 150 AMPLIFIER L L R R L L R R L L R R L L R R L L R R SPEAKER 4 SPEAKER 3 SPEAKER 2 SPEAKER 1 CONSTANT PROTECTION ON OF...

Page 9: ...ON OFF Niles Audio Corporation Inc Miami Florida USA NILES 12 position volume control provides greater attenuation than conventional 10 position designs Recessed areas for custom room labels Attractiv...

Page 10: ...P E A K E R S E L E C T I O N V O L U M E C O N T R O L S Y S T E M TUNER 94 9 15 AMPLIFIER L L R R L L R R L L R R L L R R L L R R SPEAKER 4 SPEAKER 3 SPEAKER 2 SPEAKER 1 CONSTANT PROTECTION ON OFF N...

Page 11: ...inals Be certain that proper phasing is observed connect the positive terminals on the SVL 4 to the positive terminals on the amplifier and speakers and the negative terminals on the SVL 4 to the nega...

Page 12: ...s to the speaker pair you wish to play Set it to the ON position 4 Turn on the amplifier or receiver and select a source such as the tuner or CD player 5 Slowly turn up the amplifier or receiver volum...

Page 13: ...when playing multi ple speaker pairs simultaneously Since most receivers and amplifiers are not rated for use below a 4 ohm load you will need to activate the PROTECTION button whenever the over all...

Page 14: ...able 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...

Page 15: ...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...

Page 16: ...0185 NILES 1999 Niles Audio Corporation All rights reserved Because Niles constantly strives to improve the quality of its products Niles reserves the right to change product specifications without n...

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