IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions. Keep these Instructions. Heed all Warnings. Follow all Instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
M3 amplifier. UNPACKING Your Proficient subwoofer should reach you in perfect condition. If you do notice any shipping damage, please contact your Proficient Dealer immediately. Gently lift out the unit and remove all the packing material. It is important to save all the packing materials and the box in case your subwoofer ever needs to be moved or shipped for repair.
To maintain the subwoofer’s finish, first turn off the amplifier and then use a soft dry cloth to clean the grille surface. The grille can be removed to clean it, if required. If your Proficient subwoofer ever needs servicing, please contact your nearest authorized Proficient Dealer.
1. Binding Posts The subwoofer has one pair of binding posts for connection with speaker wire to the output posts of the Sunfire HRSIW8AMP or Proficient M3 amplifier. Always use high quality connections and speaker wires, and make sure there are no loose fittings or stray wire strands.
FRONT PANEL FEATURES ➍ ➎ ➍ ➏ ➐ ➑ 4. Woofers The HRSIW8 uses two identical 8 inch custom drivers. 5. Clamp Screws These six screws are used to clamp the loudspeaker in place once it has been pressed into the sheetrock opening of your wall. 6.
Since your Proficient subwoofer is designed to be professionally installed into your wall, engineering services from your authorized Proficient dealer and/or outside acoustical resources should be considered to ensure optimum performance.
Center Location Installing the subwoofer closer to the center of the front wall will still provide adequate bass, but will tend to be less “heavy” and somewhat tighter. This is ideally suited for: • For rooms smaller than 200 square feet •...
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Connecting to your HRSIW8AMP HRS iW 8AM P Connect balanced or unbalanced inputs to the SUB/LFE line-level output of your home theater preamplifier or receiver. HRSIW8 In-Wall Subwoofer Nortek Security & Control LLC...
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Connecting to your M3 Amplifier Connect unbalanced inputs to the SUB/LFE line-level output of your home theater preamplifier or receiver. HRSIW8 In-Wall Subwoofer Nortek Security & Control LLC...
SUBWOOFER INSTALLATION Read the details on page 8 to help determine the best position for your subwoofer in the room. The subwoofer can be wall mounted vertically, centered between vertical wall studs. This is the recommended (and easiest) orientation to install. Horizontal mounting into existing construction will most likely mean cutting a vertical stud.
Marking and cutting the opening Choose the best location for your subwoofer, preferably centered between vertical wall studs. Use a stud finder to find where the studs are. Do not position the subwoofer closer than one inch from the cabinet sides to a stud. This allows for the clamps to swing out.
Wiring Install the speaker wires following all local codes for low voltage electrical wiring installation. Use class 2 wiring, and 12 gauge is recommended, 16 gauge is the minimum. Follow common low voltage practices like avoiding high voltage electrical wiring, or if this is not possible, try crossing them perpendicularly.
Secure the wiring to the loudspeaker’s spring-loaded binding posts, observing the correct polarity. Gently pull on them to make sure they are secure. It is a good idea to secure the wiring from vibration as much as possible. Do not have the weight of the cables hanging on the terminals.
TROUBLESHOOTING The HRSIW8 subwoofer is designed and built to provide years of trouble free performance. Most problems that occur can usually be solved by checking your setup, or by making sure all components are fully operational. The following information will help you deal with common problems you may experience. If a problem persists, please contact your Dealer for assistance.
LIMITED 5-YEAR WARRANTY Nortek Security & Control, LLC (“Nortek Security & Control”) warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this product will be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for the following periods and subject to the limitations and exclusions set forth below: 5-Year Warranty This warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers of the product.
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