Kenwood 1050SW User Manual

1050S W/103SW
Powered Subwoofer
Owner's Manual
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase
of a Kenwood Powered Subwoofer.
It will bring a new level of bass
and thundering effects to your
stereo system.
Installing the subwoofer isn't diffi-
cult, but please read and follow all
of the instructions on these pages
to get maximum performance from
your subwoofer.
If you're installing this subwoofer as
part of a Kenwood speaker pack-
age, or if you're connecting other
equipment, such as a receiver,
power amplifier, or pre-ampiifier,
use this manual In combination
with the manuals that came with
those components.
Feature highlights
Remote Control lets you
control key functions of your
subwoofer from the comfort of
your favorite chair.
Sigma Servo circuitry suppresses
distortion for significantly tighter,
deeper, more forceful bass response.
Dual Listening Modes allow you
to change between Music and
Movies modes with the push of a
button. The Music mode retains the
sonic balance of the original record-
ing. The Movies mode accentuates
deep bass sounds to increase the
impact of film soundtracks.
Crossover and Phase
Adjustments allow the subwoofer
to blend well with a wide variety of
main speakers.
Auto Turn-on circuitry activates
the subwoofer automatically when tt
receives a music signal and automat-
ically puts it Into “standby” mode
when it doesn't receive a signal for
7 minutes.
Unpacking
In this box you should have:
| Powered subwoofer
| Remote control
2 Batteries for the remote
control
4 Rubber pads for the bottom
of the subwoofer
Unpack the subwoofer carefully, and
examine it for shipping damage. If it
is damaged or fails to operate, notify
your Kenwood dealer immediately.
If tt was shipped to you directly,
notify the shipping company without
delay. Only the person or company
who originally received the speaker
can file a claim against the carrer for
shipping damage.
Keep the original carton and pack-
ing materials in case you need to
transport or ship your subwoofer in
the future.
KENWOOD

Kenwood 1050SW Specifications

Summary

Introduction

Feature Highlights

Remote Control

Controls key functions from a distance.

Sigma Servo Circuitry

Suppresses distortion for tighter, deeper bass.

Dual Listening Modes

Allows switching between Music and Movies modes.

Crossover and Phase Adjustments

Blends subwoofer with main speakers.

Auto Turn-on Circuitry

Activates subwoofer automatically with music signal.

Unpacking

What Else Will You Need?

Before You Get Started

Safety First

Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety and operating instructions for the unit.

Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of safety symbols used in the manual.

About the Power Supply

Details power supply requirements and voltage for the unit.

FCC Warning

Important

FCC Compliance

Details compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and interference.

Placing Your Subwoofer

Connecting the Subwoofer

Subwoofer Pre-Amp Output Connection

Instructions for connecting the subwoofer using a pre-amp output.

Speaker Terminal Output Connection

Instructions for connecting the subwoofer using speaker terminal outputs.

Getting to Know Your Subwoofer

Front Panel Overview

Details the buttons and indicator lights on the front panel.

Back Panel Overview

Details the input/output jacks and controls on the back panel.

Using Your Remote Control

Remote Control Functions

Details the functions of the remote control buttons.

Using the FutureSet Remote

Switch Modes (Music/Movies)

How to switch between Music and Movies modes using the FutureSet remote.

Switch Phase

How to switch the subwoofer's phase using the FutureSet remote.

Change Subwoofer Volume

How to adjust subwoofer volume using the FutureSet remote.

Final Setup and Adjustment

Setting the Volume Control

Steps to set the subwoofer's volume to avoid overdriving.

Fine-tuning the Crossover

How to adjust crossover settings for optimal sound.

Adjusting the Phase

How to adjust the subwoofer's phase for better blending.

Specifications