Kenwood 103SW User Manual

Congratulates user on purchase and outlines the manual's purpose for optimal performance.

Details key features like Remote Control, Sigma Servo circuitry, Dual Listening Modes, and Auto Turn-on.

Lists items included in the box and advises on checking for shipping damage and retaining packaging.

Specifies the need for RCA-type audio cables or speaker wire based on receiver/amplifier output.

Provides safety notes on unplugging units, setting receiver volume, and handling vinyl records.

Warns against exposing the unit to rain or moisture and highlights risk of electric shock.

Instructs to match plug blades to socket and avoid removing the unit's cover for safety.

Explains the lightning bolt (electric shock) and exclamation point (operating instructions) symbols.

States the unit is for USA/Canada operation using AC 120 volts only.

Covers precautions for power sources, cords, polarization, ventilation, and water exposure.

Details precautions regarding water, temperature, heat sources, and electrical shock hazards.

Covers enclosure removal, cleaning, lightning protection, abnormal smells, and service requirements.

Addresses power lines, AC outlets, overloading, attachments, replacement parts, and carts/stands.

Warns about radio frequency energy, modifications, and provides FCC compliance details.

Advises on applying rubber pads, ensuring remote signal access, and matching front speakers.

Explains how wall or corner placement affects bass output and potential room unevenness.

Warns that subwoofer placement near TV may affect picture colors and advises on adjustment.

Suggests leaving room for minor movements to fine-tune sound in the seating area.

Details connecting the subwoofer via RCA cable to a receiver's Subwoofer PRE-OUT.

Explains connecting speaker wires from receiver/amplifier to the subwoofer's FROM AMPLIFIER jacks.

Details connecting the left and right main speakers to the subwoofer's TO SPEAKERS connectors.

Warns about connecting positive (+) and negative (-) terminals correctly to avoid damage.

Identifies and describes front panel controls: REMOTE POWER, MAIN POWER, and indicator lights.

Explains the STANDBY, PEAK, MOVIES MODE, and MUSIC MODE indicator lights.

Describes the Level Control knob for adjusting the subwoofer's volume level.

Allows adjusting the blend between front speakers and subwoofer based on speaker size.

Sets the bass information blend at 12 dB or 24 dB depending on front speaker size.

Describes LINE IN (RCA) and FROM AMPLIFIER (speaker terminals) input jacks.

Details TO SPEAKERS output connectors and the Power cord connection.

Identifies remote buttons: REMOTE POWER, MODE, PHASE, and VOLUME CONTROL.

Explains using compatible Kenwood receiver remotes to control subwoofer modes, phase, and volume.

Guides on setting volume to avoid overdrive, using peak indicator, and balancing with main speakers.

Explains how to adjust crossover frequency for optimal sound based on listening room and system.

Advises on using the remote to change phase for better blend with main speakers.

Presents detailed specifications for amplifier, power output, input sensitivity, and speaker details.

Lists width, height, depth, and net weight for both subwoofer models.

Provides contact details for Kenwood USA Corporation and Kenwood Electronics Canada, Inc.