Kenwood SW-200 - User Manual

SW-200
Powered
Subwoofer
Owner’s
Manual
Introduction
Congratulations! The Kenwood
SW-200 Powered Subwoofer will
bring a new level of bass to your
stereo system. Installing the sub-
woofer isn’t difficult, but please read
and follow all of the instructions on
these pages to get maximum perfor-
mance from your SW-200.
If you’re installing this subwoofer as
part of the Kenwood KSS-200 or
KSS-500 packages, or if you’re
connecting other equipment, such
as a receiver, power amplifier or
pre-amplifier, use this manual in
combination with the manuals that
came with those components.
Unpacking
In this box you should have:
1 SW-200 Powered Subwoofer
4 optional mounting feet (and 4
anchor screws)
Unpack the subwoofer carefully, and
examine it for shipping damage. If it
is damaged or fails to operate, notify
your Kenwood dealer immediately.
If it 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 carrier for
shipping damage.
Keep the original carton and packing
materials in case you need to trans-
port or ship your subwoofer in the
future.
What else will you
need?
To connect the subwoofer to your
receiver or amplifier, you will need:
Speaker wire or an RCA-type audio
cable
For best performance, use 16-gauge
(or thicker) speaker wire. (Remem-
ber, the smaller the number, the
thicker the wire—so 16-gauge wire
is thicker than 20-gauge wire).
Be sure to get enough speaker wire
or an RCA-type cable that’s long
enough to allow you to move the
subwoofer around while you find
the right location for it.
Before you get started
A few notes of caution about setting
up and using your new subwoofer:
• Before you connect the
subwoofer to your receiver or
amplifier, make sure that the
power cords on both units are
unplugged from the wall outlet
until you’ve finished connecting
the two
• To avoid damage to the
subwoofer, do not increase the
output of the amplifier to a high
level while the amplifier’s bass
control or loudness control are
activated
• When playing a vinyl record (LP),
set the amplifier volume to its
minimum level before placing the
stylus on the record

Summary

Introduction and Unpacking

Introduction

Welcome and overview of the SW-200 Powered Subwoofer.

Unpacking and Requirements

Check contents and identify necessary cables for connection.

Setup and Connection

Before You Get Started

Important safety notes and precautions before connecting the subwoofer.

Connecting to Audio System

Instructions for connecting the subwoofer via pre-amp or speaker outputs.

Operation and Placement

Exploring the Unit Controls

Overview of front and back panel controls and connections.

Placing the SW-200

Guidance on optimal subwoofer placement for best sound.

Using with Kenwood Packages

Recommendations for setting SW-200 controls with KSS-200/KSS-500.

Safety and Specifications

Safety First

Comprehensive safety instructions and precautions for use.

Technical Specifications

Details on power, input, speaker, dimensions, and accessories.

Kenwood SW-200 Specifications

General

Type	Active Subwoofer
Enclosure Type	Bass Reflex
Amplifier Power	100 W RMS
Crossover Frequency	50 Hz - 150 Hz (variable)
Inputs	Line-level, Speaker-level
Phase Switch	0°/180°