SA-W11 - Loudspeaker SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Active Subwoofer
Brand	Sony
Model	SA-W11
Driver Size	10 inches (25 cm)
Amplifier Power	100 W RMS
Frequency Response	30 Hz – 150 Hz
Impedance	8 ohms
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 430 x 380 mm
Weight	14 kg
Power Supply	AC 120V/240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	120 W
Main Functions	Volume control, Crossover frequency adjust (40-150 Hz), Phase switch (0/180°), Auto power on/off
Connections	Line level RCA input, Speaker level input
Enclosure Type	Bass reflex (ported)
Material	MDF cabinet with black vinyl finish
Cleaning and Maintenance	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Safety Precautions	Place on a stable surface. Keep away from moisture and heat sources. Do not block ventilation.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Driver and amplifier module available from Sony service centers. Consult official support for repairs.
General Information	Designed for home theater and music systems. Compatible with most AV receivers.

Frequently Asked Questions - SA-W11 SONY

What is the power output of the Sony SA-W11 subwoofer?

The SA-W11 has a built-in amplifier delivering 100 W RMS (120 W peak).

How do I connect the subwoofer to my receiver?

Use a standard RCA cable from the receiver's subwoofer output to the Line In on the subwoofer. Alternatively, connect speaker wire to the Speaker Level Inputs if your receiver lacks a dedicated sub out.

What is the recommended crossover setting?

Set the crossover to around 80 Hz for typical home theater use. Adjust according to your main speakers' capabilities.

Why is my subwoofer making a humming noise?

A hum usually indicates a ground loop. Try using a ground loop isolator on the RCA cable or ensure all components share the same power outlet.

Does the subwoofer have an auto-on feature?

Yes, the SA-W11 includes Auto Power On/Off. It turns on when it detects a signal and powers off after a period of inactivity.

What is the size of the driver?

The SA-W11 uses a 10-inch (25 cm) cone driver.

Can I place the subwoofer in a cabinet?

It is not recommended as it can cause overheating and degrade sound quality. Place it in an open area, at least a few inches from walls.

How do I clean the subwoofer?

Wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquids or cleaners that could damage the finish.

What is the frequency range of the SA-W11?

It reproduces frequencies from 30 Hz to 150 Hz.

Is the subwoofer compatible with a 240V supply?

Yes, it has a voltage selector switch for 120V or 240V, 50/60 Hz. Ensure the switch is set correctly before use.

USER MANUAL SA-W11 SONY

Operating Instructions____EN

Mode d'emploi F

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Active Super Woofer. Before operating this woofer, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

Unpacking 4

Installation 4

Hooking Up the System 5

Basic Operations

Listening to the Sound 8

Adjusting the Sound 9

Additional Information

Precautions 10

Troubleshooting 10

Specifications 11

Unpacking

Check that you received the following items:

• Audio connecting cord (1)
- Speaker cord (2)

Installation

Since the human ear cannot detect the direction and position where the bass sound being reproduced by a woofer (below 150 Hz) comes from, you can install the woofer wherever you like in your room. To obtain a better bass reproduction, we recommend you to install the woofer on a solid floor where the resonance is unlikely to occur.

You can obtain a sufficient heavy bass reproduction from a single woofer. However if you use a couple of the woofers, you can obtain an even more effective heavy bass reproduction.

Notes

• Always install the woofer vertically, keeping a few centimeters from away the wall.
- Do not place an object on the woofer or sit on it.
- If the woofer is installed in the center of a room, the bass could be extremely weakened. This is due to the influence of the standing wave of the room. If this happened, move the woofer away from the center of a room or eliminate the cause of the standing wave, by installing a bookshelf on the wall, etc.

Hooking Up the System

Overview

Use the LINE IN jack or the SPEAKER IN terminals of the woofer when you connect the amplifier.

- If your amplifier has one of the following types of output jacks, connect the LINE IN jack and the amplifier's jack using the supplied audio connecting cord.

— MONO OUT jack
— MIX OUT jack
— SUB WOOFER output jack(s)
— SUPER WOOFER output jack(s)

- If your amplifier does not have the above mentioned output jacks, connect the speaker terminals of the amplifier to the SPEAKER IN terminals instead.

Before you get started

• Turn off the power of the amplifier and the woofer before making any connection.
• Use the audio connecting cords that are supplied to the respective equipment. If there are not enough audio connecting cords to make the necessary connections, you need to purchase some optional audio connecting cords.
• Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid noise.
• Connect the AC power cord from the woofer to a wall outlet.
• You cannot connect the CENTER output jack for use with Dolby Pro Logic function to the woofer. Bass sound is not output with some Dolby Pro Logic modes.

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Connecting to an amplifier with a single set of speaker terminals

If your amplifier is equipped with a single set of speaker terminals, connect the woofer to the amplifier, and then connect the front speakers to the woofer.

What cords will I need?

Speaker cord (supplied) (1 for each speaker)

Twist the stripped ends of the cord about ² / _x inch (15 mm). Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and - to -. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass. It is useful to decide that the speaker cord marked with a line is always the positive (+) and should be connected to the positive (+) terminal to avoid any improper connections.

Hookups

1 Connect the woofer to the amplifier.

Connect the SPEAKER IN terminals of the woofer to the amplifier's speaker terminals with the speaker cords. Be sure to connect both L and R channels.

: signal flow

2 Connect the front speakers to the woofer.

Connect the speakers to the speaker terminals of the woofer.

Connecting to an amplifier with double(A+B) sets of speaker terminals

If your amplifier has double (A+B) sets of speaker terminals, connect both the woofer and the front speakers to the amplifier.

What cords will I need?

Speaker cord (supplied) (1 for each speaker)

Twist the stripped ends of the cord about ²/₃ inch (15 mm).

Hookups

1 Connect the front speakers to the amplifier. Connect the speakers to your amplifier's speaker terminals (A).

2 Connect the woofer to the amplifier.

Connect the SPEAKER IN terminals of the woofer to the amplifier's speaker terminals (B) using speaker cords (supplied).

When using the double (A +B) sets of speakers, make sure that you select the "A +B" position with your amplifier.

Note

When you are using speaker terminal (A) only (front speaker only) or when the power of the amplifier is turned off, turn down the volume or turn off the power of the woofer otherwise, hum noise may be heard.

Connecting to an amplifier with a special jack for a super woofer

If your amplifier has a special jack for a super woofer (like a MONO OUT jack, MIX OUT jack, SUB WOOFER jack or SUPER WOOFER jack), connect the LINE IN jack of the woofer to one of those jacks.

What cords will I need?

Audio connecting cord (supplied) (1)

Hookups

Connect the MONO OUT jack of your amplifier to the LINE IN jack of the woofer with the supplied audio connecting cord.

Note

If the output level of your amplifier is not large enough, the sound may not be loud enough. In this case, connect the speaker terminals of the amplifier directly to the SPEAKER IN terminals of the woofer.

When using this woofer for both left (L) and right (R) channels

Setting the VOLTAGE SELECTOR

Set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to position of your local power line voltage.

Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the AC power cord from the woofer and from your amplifier to a wall outlet.

Listening to the Sound

Note

Never set the amplifier's tone control (BASS, TREBLE, etc.) or the equalizer output to a high level or input sinewaves of 20 Hz to 50 Hz recorded on a commercially-available test disc or special sound (bass sound of electronic musical instrument, pop noise of analog disc turntable, sound with abnormally enhanced bass, etc.) in a high level to this unit. These actions may cause damage to the speakers.

When a special disc containing abnormally enhanced bass is played, noise may be output in addition to the original sound. In such a case, decrease the sound level.

Note

The sub woofer output signal (DOLBY digital (AC-3) signal) of the digital surround processor sold singularly is set 10 dB higher by Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. In the case of using normally, adjust the sub woofer level.

1 Turn on the amplifier and select the program source.

2 Press POWER.

The woofer turns on and the POWER indicator lights up in green.

3 Play the program source.

Adjust the VOLUME so that sound from front speakers is not distorted.

If it is distorted, the sound from the woofer will also be distorted.

To turn off the power

Press POWER to release the switch.

If you hear noise when you turn off the woofer, turn down the LEVEL of the woofer, or turn off the amplifier before turning off the woofer.

Adjusting the Sound

You can adjust the sound of the woofer to suit the sound of your front speakers. Reinforcing the bass sound gives you a greater sense of atmosphere.

Note

If the sound distorts when you turn on the bass reinforcement from your amplifier (such as, DBFB, GROOVE, the graphic equalizer, etc.), turn off the bass reinforcement and adjust the sound.

Note

Selecting NORMAL or REVERSE with the PHASE button reverses the polarity and may provide better bass reproduction in certain listening environments (depending on the type of front speakers, the position of the woofer and the adjustment of the cut-off frequency). It may also change the expanse and tightness of the sound, and effect the feeling of the sound field. Select the setting that provides the sound you prefer when listening in your normal listening position.

1 Adjust the cut-off frequency.

Turn the CUT OFF FREQ control, depending on the reproduction frequencies of your front speakers. 80Hz

Refer to the following when adjusting.

① Typical very small sized speakers: 5 - 7 cm dia.

② Typical small sized speakers: 8 - 15 cm dia.

③ Typical medium sized speakers: 16 - 24 cm dia.

④ Typical large sized speakers: more than 25 cm dia.

To make the most of the low level converter function of Dolby digital, turn the CUT OFF FREQ as high as possible when playing back the Dolby digital (AC-3).

2 Adjust the volume level of the woofer. Turn the LEVEL control so that you can be

Turn the LEVEL control so that you can hear the bass sound a little more than before. Do not raise the bass excessively as this will result in the loss of balance and depth. To increase the volume, turn the control clockwise. To decrease the volume, turn the control counterclockwise.

3 Play your favorite song and movie.

Male vocal tunes and voice containing bass sounds are most suitable for adjustment. Turn the volume for front speakers to the same level as usual. When playing a movie, raise the volume higher than the level for music to produce a more powerful sound.

4 Select the phase polarity. Press the PHASE button to

Press the PHASE button to select the phase polarity.

5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to adjust for your preference. Once you have adjusted the woofer to the settings you

Once you have adjusted the woofer to the settings you desire, use the VOLUME control on the amplifier to adjust the volume of the woofer with that of the other speakers. You don't need to adjust the woofer settings when you change the volume level of the amplifier.

Precautions

On safety

• Before operating the woofer, be sure that the operating voltage of your woofer is identical with that of your local power supply.
• Unplug the woofer from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull the cord by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the woofer, unplug the woofer and have the woofer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

When turning on or off an amplifier or other equipment

Lower the volume of the amplifier to minimum.

To avoid damaging the woofer

• Be careful in setting the volume control of the amplifier to avoid an excessive input power.
• Do not attempt to open the enclosuer or remold speaker units and networks.
  • The grill net is not removable. Do not remove it.

In case color irregularity is observed on the nearby TV screen

With the magnetically shielded type of the speaker system, the speakers can be installed near a TV set. However, color irregularity may still be observed on the TV screen depending on the type of your TV set.

If color irregularity is observed...

→Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.

If color irregularity is observed again...

→Place the speakers further apart from the TV set.

When howling occurs

Relocate the speaker or turn down the volume of the amplifier.

On installation

• Do not install the woofer near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
• Good ventilation is essential to prevent internal heat build-up in the woofer. Place the woofer in a location with adequate air circulation. Do not place the woofer on a soft surface or too close to a wall as this may obstruct the ventilation hole on the back.

On cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your woofer that is not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the woofer, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

There's no sound.

→ Check that this woofer and components are connected correctly and securely.
→Turn LEVEL clockwise to turn the volume up.
→ Reset the level.

The sound has suddenly stopped.

→The speaker cords may have short-circuited. Connect the cords properly.

The sound is distorted.

→ The input signal is imperfect.
→The input signal level is too high.
→ Set the CUT OFF FREQ as high as possible when playing back the Dolby digital (AC-3).

Severe hum or noise is heard.

→Connect the ground wire of the turntable properly.
→The contacts between the plugs of the connecting cords and the corresponding jacks have not been made properly. Connect the plugs firmly.
→The audio system is picking up some noise from a TV set. Move the audio system away from the TV set or turn the TV set off.

Specifications

System

Type Active Super Woofer (magnetically shielded design)

Speaker unit

Woofer: 16 cm dia. (6 ³ /s in.) × 1

Practical maximum output

40 W (6 ohms, DIN)

50 W (50 Hz)

Reproduction frequency range

28 Hz - 200 Hz

High frequency cut-off frequency

50 Hz - 200 Hz

Phase selector

NORMAL, REVERSE

Inputs

Input jacks

LINE IN: Input pin jack

SPEAKER IN: Input terminals

General

Where purchased	Power requirements
China	220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other countries	110 - 120/220 - 240 V AC adjustable, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

45 W

Dimensions Approx. 205 × 380 × 365 mm (w/h/d)

(8¹/s × 15 × 14³/s in.)

Mass 9.5 kg (20 lb 15 oz)

Supplied accessories

Audio connecting cord

(1 phono plug - 1 phono plug) (1)

Speaker cord (2)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

AVERTISSEMENT

40 W (6 ohms, DIN) 50 W (50 Hz)

Plage de fréquences

28 à 200 Hz

Nota

40 W (6 ohmios, DIN) 50 W (50 Hz)

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