Pioneer S-51W Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
English
Thank you for buying this PIONEER product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you
have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However, the
method of connecting and operating the unit is the same.
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
"dangerous voltage" within the product's BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
enclosure that may be of sufficient INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric SERVICE PERSONNEL.
shock to persons.
WARNING Operating Environment
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following Operating environment temperature and humidity:
section carefully. +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
The voltage of the available power supply differs
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
according to country or region. Be sure that the
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
strong artificial light)
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel.
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POWER-CORD CAUTION
VENTILATION CAUTION Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the
plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat
short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a
radiation (at least 15 cm at top, 15 cm at rear, and
piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the
15 cm at each side).
WARNING cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cords should be routed such that they
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check
product, and to protect it from overheating. To
the power cord once in a while. When you find it
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized
blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers,
service center or your dealer for a replacement.
table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the
equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
WARNING:
or shock hazard, do not place any container filled
Do not climb or sit on this unit. Be especially
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
careful when children are around. The unit may be
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
damaged, or may fall over causing injury.
or moisture.
ACCESSORY ITEMS
• Power cable
Taiwan, Mexico, Middle Latin America models x 2
All other models x 1
• RCA plug cord x 1
• Operating instructions
PANEL FACILITIES
FRONT PANEL
1
STANDBY/ON
REAR PANEL
1 Power Indicator (STANDBY/ON)
Lights blue when the power has been switched ON.
NOTE:
• The power is still supplied even when the power indicator is off. The
power plug (interrupter) must be unplugged in order to completely
cut the power supply. When not using this product for long periods
of time, such as when traveling, unplug the power cord (interrupter)
from the power outlet for safety purposes. Failure to do so could lead
to fire.
2 Power switch (POWER)
Switches the subwoofer between ON and OFF.
3 Volume knob (VOLUME)
Sets the subwoofer volume.
• Turn the knob slowly from the MIN position.
• With this unit, the bass level can be independently set, so do not
turn up the bass on the AV amplifier.
4 Auto Standby switch (AUTO STANDBY)
Turning the Auto Standby function on or off.
NOTE:
• The default setting for Auto Standby switch is ON.
Auto standby function
The power is automatically set to the standby mode (off) if there is no
input signal for approximately 12 minutes (the power indicator turns
red). The power automatically turns on when a signal is input. The auto
standby function is deactivated when Auto Standby switch is set to OFF.
POWERED SUBWOOFER
ALTAVOCES DE GRAVES SECUNDARIOS ENERGIZADOS
If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
The exclamation point within an equilateral
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
sure it is properly disposed of after removal.
presence of important operating and
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused
literature accompanying the appliance.
for a long period of time (for example, when on
vacation).
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CAUTION
The POWER switch on this unit will not completely
shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the
power cord serves as the main disconnect device for
the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet
to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the
unit has been installed so that the power cord can
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be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an
accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should
also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left
unused for a long period of time (for example, when
on vacation).
This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which
requires repair will be charged for even during the
warranty period.
WARNING
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To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the
equipment.
For Taiwan and Mexico exclusively
Taiwanese two pin flat-bladed plug
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FEATURES
• Deep bass sound
• Phase Control engineering
• Simply and clean design
NOTE:
• There may be cases where a connected component outputs noise or
some other non-audio signal which causes this system to
automatically power on when in Auto Standby mode. If this happens,
switch off the Auto Standby mode and switch the system on/off
manually.
5 Phase switch (PHASE)
°
When set to 180 , the output phase becomes the reverse of the input
°
signal, and when set to 0 , it is in the same phase as the input signal.
°
• Normally, the switch is set to 0 .
But when the sound connection between the subwoofer and the
left and right speakers sounds unnatural, try switching to 180
set the switch in the position where the sound is natural.
6 Line Level Input terminal (LINE IN)
Connect to the SUBWOOFER PREOUT terminal of an amplifier or
receiver, with the specially provided RCA plug cord.
7 AC IN
• Connect the power cord to the powered subwoofer unit's AC IN.
• Connect the power cord to a AC socket.
CONNECTIONS
Before making or changing any connections, switch off the power
and disconnect both this unit and the amplifier/receiver from the
AC outlet.
LINE LEVEL CONNECTION
2
Rear Panel Supplied RCA plug cord
3
4
5
6
7
Connect the set's LINE IN terminal to the amplifier or receiver's
SUBWOOFER PREOUT terminal using the included RCA pin cord.
NOTE:
• When connected to the PREOUT terminal for surround center
channel on the amplifier or receiver, the bass is heard only on the
center channel, so it will be insufficient.
OPERATION
For details regarding operating part functions, refer to PANEL
FACILITIES above.
1. Turn the POWER switch (2) ON.
• If the unit's power cord is connected to a switched AC outlet on
the amplifier or receiver and the switch is left ON, the unit can be
turned ON/OFF together with the amplifier or receiver.
• If the unit cannot be connected to the amplifier or receiver, turn
the power to the amplifier or receiver ON before turning the power
to the unit ON. When turning the power OFF, turn the power to the
unit OFF before turning the power to the amplifier or receiver OFF.
2. Operate the amplifier or receiver and adjust the volume of the
other speakers.
3. Adjust the volume of the bass with the VOLUME knob (3).
• When necessary, operate the PHASE switch (5) and then adjust
with the VOLUME knob (3).
4. Turn the POWER switch (2) OFF.
• The power indicator disappears.
S-51W
IN COMBINATION WITH SPEAKERS
The frequency characteristics of the S-51W combined with small-size
speakers are shown below. As shown in these figures, the low
frequency range is improved.
• These special characteristics are obtained in an echoless chamber.
The effect of an additional S-51W in an ordinary listening room is
better than the chart indicates when positioned adequately.
Small-size speakers + S-51W
• With playback of Dolby* Digital, establishment of a special channel
for the subwoofer is recommended; and with playback of LFE (Low
Frequency Effect: sound effect like the rumbling of the earth, whose
purpose is to intensify the force of the video), the S-51W is especially
effective.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
INSTALLATION
Speaker Installation
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• Subwoofer Installation Criteria
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3
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The subwoofer plays back the bass in monaural, making use of the fact
that the human ear is not very sensitive to the direction of low-pitched
sound. Because of this, the subwoofer can be installed almost
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anywhere. If it is installed too far away, however, the sound from the
other speakers may become unnatural.
• An example of speaker positioning
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4
5
6 7
NOTES:
• Position the left and right channel speakers at equal distances from
the TV set and approximately 1.8 meters from each other.
• Install the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of
the center channel is localized at the TV screen.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the
points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the
trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry
out repair work.
SYMPTOM
1 No power is being supplied
(Indicator does not light up when
power switch is turned on.)
° 2 No sound
and
(Indicator is lit.)
3 Sound is distorted.
4 Howling noise occurs.
5 Much noise when listening to
AM or FM broadcasts.
6 Sound is broken.
7 Power indicator is lit red.

SPECIFICATIONS

Cabinet ............................................................Bass-reflex, floor-standing type
Speaker..................................................................................... 20 cm cone type
Power Amplifier Continuous Power Output (RMS)
Taiwan, Mexico, Middle Latin America models .............130 W/6 Ω (100 Hz)
All other models................................................................150 W/6 Ω (100 Hz)
Input (sensitivity at 100 Hz)
LINE LEVEL (RCA jack) .........................................................................190 mV
Outline Dimension ..........................360 mm (W) x 382 mm (H) x 360 mm (D)
Weight (without package)....................................................................... 13.5 kg
Power Requirements
Taiwan, Mexico, Middle Latin America models .......110 V to 127 V~, 60 Hz
All other models............................................... 220 V to 240 V~, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power Consumption..................................................................................130 W
Power consumption in standby.................................................. 0.45 W or less
Specifications and design subject to possible modification without
notice, due to improvements.
• The rear (surround) speakers are most effective when installed in
parallel locations directly to the side, or slightly behind, the listener,
at a level about 1 meter above the listener's ears.
CAUTION:
When installing the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to
secure it with tape or some other suitable means.
Otherwise, the speaker may fall from the TV due to external shocks
such as earthquakes, and it may lead to endangering those nearby
or damaging the speaker.
Installation Precautions
• Do not attach the subwoofer to the wall or ceiling. They may fall off
and cause injury.
Small-size speaker • Install the unit in a well-ventilated location where it will not be
exposed to high temperatures and high humidity.
• Do not place the unit near stoves or other heating equipment or at
FREQUENCY (Hz)
locations exposed to direct sunlight, as these can have an adverse
effect on the cabinet and internal components. Also, do not install
the unit where there is too much dust or high humidity, as these can
cause malfunctioning or breakdowns. (Avoid cooking tables and
other locations where the unit would be exposed to heat, steam and
soot.)
• Do not place heavy or large objects on top of the speaker. Doing so
could provoke the speaker to fall, causing damages or bodily injury.
If speakers fall from their installation locations, they may suffer
irreparable cracks in their finish.
• Keep the unit away from devices such as cassette decks which are
sensitive to magnetic fields.
The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded and so should not be
placed near a CRT-based TV or color monitor. Magnetic storage
media (such as floppy discs and tape or video cassettes) should
1 Left speaker also not be kept close to the subwoofer.
2 Right speaker
• Do not place the speaker on an unstable surface, as doing so may
3 Recommended
cause the speaker to fall and cause damage or bodily injury.
installation range
• Do not place cups, glasses, or other containers with fluids on top of
for the subwoofer
the units, since the units may be damaged if the liquid spills.
4 Listening position
• The installation location selected should have a sturdy floor surface.
Mounting the speaker on a long-pile carpet should be avoided, since
the carpet may touch the driver's diaphram, causing distorted
sound.
• Please install this unit away from the antenna cable of the tuner, as
noise can be caused with installation close to the antenna cable. In
such a case, use this unit at a position away from the antenna and
the antenna cable, or when playback of extra bass is not required,
switch off the power for this unit.
MAINTENANCE OF EXTERNAL SURFACES:
• Clean the surface by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.
• When the surfaces are very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dipped in
some neutral cleanser diluted five or six times with water, and
1 Front left speaker
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wrung out well, and then wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use
2 Center speaker
furniture wax or cleaners.
3 Front right speaker
• Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays and other
4 Subwoofer
chemicals on or near this unit, since these will corrode the
5 Listening area surfaces.
6 Rear left speaker
7 Rear right speaker
CAUSE
• Power supply plug is not correctly • Insert plug securely.
inserted.
• Connection of accessory RCA plug • Check again and connect correctly.
cord is wrong or disconnected.
• VOLUME knob is set to MIN.
• Turn clockwise slowly.
• Level is too high. • Turn the VOLUME knob counter-clockwise to lower the level.
• Input level is too high. • Turn the amplifier's output level (volume, bass control, bass
boost) counter-clockwise to lower the level.
• No power supplied to the amplifier. • Connect an amplifier and supply power.
• Subwoofer level is set too high. • Place the subwoofer a good distance from speakers. Turn the
VOLUME knob counter-clockwise to lower the volume.
• The AM loop antenna or the FM indoor • Increase the distance between the AM or FM antenna (for
antenna is close to this unit. indoor use) and this unit.
• Auto standby function is on. • Turn the auto standby function off.
• Auto Standby function is on. • Turn the auto standby function off.
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