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8900 Keystone Crossing, Suite 1220 Indianapolis, Indiana 46240 1 . 800 . KLIPSCH • www.klipsch.com Make sure you return your warranty card so that we may keep you up-to-date on new Klipsch products and promo- tions. As always, if you have any questions, contact your local authorized Klipsch dealer.
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KS W SERIE S PO WERED SUBWOOF ERS O w n e r ’s Manual & Wa rranty...
CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of this device. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer repairs to a Klipsch authorized service center. AVIS: Risque de choc electricque, ne pas ouvrir.
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Have you purchased Klipsch products before? If yes, what products? Product Name(s): When do you hope to purchase additional loudspeakers? How likely are you to consider Klipsch products for your upcoming purchases? Somewhat likely Doubtful If doubtful, why? Don’t carry product I’m looking for...
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To obtain warranty service, please contact the KLIPSCH authorized dealer from which you purchased this product. If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your KLIPSCH product, it can be returned, freight paid, to KLIPSCH for repair. Please call KLIPSCH at 1-800-KLIPSCH for instructions.
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15. Dangerous Entry. Care should be taken that no foreign objects or liquids fall or are spilled inside the device. 16. Damage Requiring Service. The device should be serviced by a Klipsch authorized service center when: -The plug or power supply cord has been damaged.
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If this is your first Klipsch purchase, welcome to the fold; if this is an additional Klipsch purchase, we thank you for your loyalty. When it comes to the best in home entertainment, Klipsch is a sound choice.
Component Specifications KSW 15 Type: 15" bass reflex, tuned port enclosure Amplifier: Peak output power 800 watts into 16 ohms FTC Rated Power: 265 watts into 16 ohms 22-100Hz @ 1% THD maximum Auto Power On: 2 second ON delay, 15 minute OFF delay Frequency Response: 24-120Hz±3dB Maximum Acoustic Output: 121dB Low Pass Crossover: Continuously variable from 40-120Hz,...
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For optimal performance, use equal lengths (left and right inputs) of the same high quality speaker cable that you are using to connect your main speakers. Consult your Klipsch dealer for recommendations. Refer to “About Speaker Wire Connections” for more detail.
Figure B KSW 12 INPUT PANEL • Speaker Level Connections at Right / Main Speakers Limited Range • Line Level Connections at Left / Main Speakers Full Range • Optional LFE Connection, Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups —— - - —— •...
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Figure C KSW 15 INPUT PANEL • Line Level Connections / Main Speakers Bass Filtered • Optional LFE Connection, Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups —— - - —— • One Channel Shown / Repeat for Opposite Channel...
A general rule of thumb is to place your subwoofer in the vicinity of the speakers with which it is being paired. For example, a subwoofer reproducing front channel bass will generally perform better when placed in the same end of the room as the main speakers.
Figure A KSW 10 INPUT PANEL • Speaker Level Connections / Main Speakers Full Range • Optional LFE Connection, Compatible with Speaker and Line Level Hookups ——— - - ——— • One Channel Shown / Repeat for Opposite Channel...
“LFE IN”/ “BYPASS IN” / KSW 15 ONLY This input should ideally be connected to a low pass filtered LFE subwoofer output jack on your electronics. Refer to Figure C. It is typically used with the newest 5.1 (six channel) surround sound systems.
Klipsch dealer for servicing by qualified personnel. If dealer service is not available, contact Klipsch customer service for a Return Authorization number before shipping (REQUIRED).
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(if present) from the system. If the hum disappears, consult your Klipsch dealer for a ground isolator for the cable line. If this does not solve the problem, contact your Klipsch dealer for further advise.
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