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1. Read Instructions. All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions. The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions. All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning. Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer,
as they may cause hazards.
recommended by the product manufacturer,
as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture. Do not use this
product near water – for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and the like.
product near water – for example, near a
bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool; and the like.
8. Accessories. Do not place this product on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table. The product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9. A Product and Cart Combination Should
Be Moved with Care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
Be Moved with Care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation. Slots and openings in the
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources. This product should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization. This product
may be equipped with a polarized alter-
nating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit
into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
may be equipped with a polarized alter-
nating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit
into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection. Power-supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.
14. Nonuse Periods. The power cord of the
product should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for long periods of time.
product should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for long periods of time.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-
up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Figure A.
antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-
up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Figure A.
16. Lightning. For added protection for this
product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
product during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines. An outside antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with them
might be fatal.
should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with them
might be fatal.
18. Overloading. Do not overload wall
outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles, as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles, as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry. Never push
objects of any kind into this product through
openings, as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
objects of any kind into this product through
openings, as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
20. Servicing. Do not attempt to service this
product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
product yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this
product from the wall outlet and refer ser-
vicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has
been spilled into, the product; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain or
water; or
d. The product does not operate normally
when following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; or
e. The product has been dropped or
damaged in any way; or
f. The product exhibits a distinct change
in performance – this indicates a need for
service.
product from the wall outlet and refer ser-
vicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has
been spilled into, the product; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain or
water; or
d. The product does not operate normally
when following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation; or
e. The product has been dropped or
damaged in any way; or
f. The product exhibits a distinct change
in performance – this indicates a need for
service.
22. Replacement Parts. When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
23. Safety Check. Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting. The product
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only
as recommended by the manufacturer.
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only
as recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat. The product should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not remove the grounding plug
on the power cord, or use any plug
or extension cord that does not have
a grounding plug provided.
Make certain that the
AC outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an adapter plug
with this product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Antenna Lead-In Wire
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
Figure A.
Example of Antenna
Grounding as per National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
Example of Antenna
Grounding as per National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
R E A D T H I S !
I m p o r t a n t S a f e t y P r e c a u t i o n s !
U N P A C K I N G
Feet
Your HTPS-400 subwoofer is
equipped with 2 sets of feet
for use depending on the type
of surface the subwoofer will
be placed on. Enclosed with
this manual is a set of rubber
self-adhesive feet for use on
hard surfaces, such as wood
or tile floors, and a set of
spiked feet for use on
carpeted surfaces. To install
the feet, set the subwoofer
gently on a padded surface
with the bottom side up. If
you are using the rubber
Your HTPS-400 subwoofer is
equipped with 2 sets of feet
for use depending on the type
of surface the subwoofer will
be placed on. Enclosed with
this manual is a set of rubber
self-adhesive feet for use on
hard surfaces, such as wood
or tile floors, and a set of
spiked feet for use on
carpeted surfaces. To install
the feet, set the subwoofer
gently on a padded surface
with the bottom side up. If
you are using the rubber
feet, attach them to the four
corners of the unit, covering
the holes. If you are using the
spiked feet, install them by
pressing them into the holes.
The subwoofer may not
perform as well as expected if
you neglect to attach the feet.
corners of the unit, covering
the holes. If you are using the
spiked feet, install them by
pressing them into the holes.
The subwoofer may not
perform as well as expected if
you neglect to attach the feet.
Grille
Your HTPS-400 subwoofer has
been packaged with the grille
unattached for shipping pur-
poses. In some applications,
such as custom installations,
the grille may not be necessary.
Your HTPS-400 subwoofer has
been packaged with the grille
unattached for shipping pur-
poses. In some applications,
such as custom installations,
the grille may not be necessary.
In cases where a grille is
needed, carefully align the
grille pegs with the grommets
and insert the grille. The grille
is not designed for frequent
removal, and cannot be
readily removed with bare
hands. If for some reason it
becomes necessary to remove
the grille, it should be pried off
very carefully with a small, flat-
tipped, jewelers’ screwdriver,
taking extra care not to
damage the baffle or the grille.
needed, carefully align the
grille pegs with the grommets
and insert the grille. The grille
is not designed for frequent
removal, and cannot be
readily removed with bare
hands. If for some reason it
becomes necessary to remove
the grille, it should be pried off
very carefully with a small, flat-
tipped, jewelers’ screwdriver,
taking extra care not to
damage the baffle or the grille.
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Top view
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S P E A K E R P L A C E M E N T
Experiment with placement for
the most accurate and uniform
bass response throughout the
room. It is important to avoid
blocking the grille of the
subwoofer.
the most accurate and uniform
bass response throughout the
room. It is important to avoid
blocking the grille of the
subwoofer.
Since the HTPS-400 is video-
shielded, it may be placed in
proximity to a television
monitor.
shielded, it may be placed in
proximity to a television
monitor.
A single HTPS-400 subwoofer
meets THX Select requirements
for a 3000 cubic-foot room.
meets THX Select requirements
for a 3000 cubic-foot room.
However, to meet THX Ultra
requirements for a 3000
cubic-foot room, two or more
HTPS-400 subwoofers are
required. The preamp output
featured on the HTPS-400
simplifies the hookup of
multiple units (see page 4).
requirements for a 3000
cubic-foot room, two or more
HTPS-400 subwoofers are
required. The preamp output
featured on the HTPS-400
simplifies the hookup of
multiple units (see page 4).
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