DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation, and operation instructions for the Wisdom Audio SW-1 Subwoofer Amplifier. It is important to read this document before attempting to use this product. Pay particular attention to: WARNING: Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help SW-1 WISDOMAUDIO.COM...
Important Safety Instructions Please read all instructions and precautions carefully and completely before operating your Wisdom Audio equipment. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this equipment near water.
SW-1, so all cables have sufficient room to bend without crimping or undue strain. If possible, the SW-1 should also be placed in such a way that the power switch on the rear panel is easily accessible. This switch disconnects power from the unit completely, resulting in effective disconnection of the SW-1 from the AC mains.
Hence the SW-1, which allows the subwoofer’s amplifier to be placed in the rack with the rest of the electronics, while allowing the subwoofer to be placed wherever it will perform best, without violating building codes or even having to worry about having an AC outlet near the subwoofer location.
Doing otherwise will almost certainly result in poor performance. Rear Panel CAUTION! Turn off the SW-1 before attempting to make or change any connections. 1. Speaker Output Terminals The Wisdom Audio SW-1 is equipped with high-current binding posts for output termination to the loudspeaker system.
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The 12V Trigger Output jack is driven to a “high” state of 12 volts a few seconds after the SW-1 is turned on and can source as much as 100 mA of current at 12 volts. This signal may be used in turn to control other components, such as additional Wisdom...
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SW-1 from the wall outlet. If you plan to be away for an extended period or have any other reason to turn the SW-1 completely off, you may either unplug the SW-1 or you may use the AC mains switch.
Finally, the Wisdom Audio SW-1 incorporates a fuse block that protects both the live and neutral (ground) sides of the circuit. If your SW-1 is plugged into an AC outlet that you know is live (plug a lamp into it as a test), and yet appears to be off, check the following: 1.
The warranty will not apply to any Wisdom Audio products that has been misused, abused, altered, or installed and calibrated by anyone other than an authorized Wisdom Audio dealer.
Wisdom Audio for further service information or parts, or to obtain a Return Authorization. The Wisdom Audio Service Department works closely with your dealer to solve your service needs expediently.
• Power consumption: 500W (±5%) at full power, 10W (±5%) at idle, 0.5W (±5%) in standby • Shipping weight: 12 lbs. (5.5 kg) For more information, see your Wisdom Audio dealer or contact: Wisdom Audio 1572 College Parkway, Suite 164 Carson City, NV 89706 wisdomaudio.com...
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