Infinity Speaker System TSS 450 User Manual

TOTAL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS  
TSS-450  
Owner’s Guide  
(120V)  
 
TSS-450 OWNERS GUIDE  
Table of Contents  
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Important Safety Precautions  
Introduction  
Unpacking the System  
Planning Your System  
Placement  
Wall-Mounting the Satellites  
Center and Satellite Speaker Connections  
Subwoofer Controls  
Subwoofer Connections  
Operation  
Maintenance and Service  
Specifications  
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INTRODUCTION  
PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM  
Before deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room and  
study Figures 1 and 2.  
InfinityTotal Solutions  
Infinity Total Solutions continues Infinity’s longstanding commitment  
to accurate sound reproduction. Our high-quality drivers, precision  
dividing networks and rigid, well-braced enclosures combine to deliver  
uncompromised performance in any multichannel home theater system.  
In addition, these speakers, except for the powered subwoofer, are  
magnetically shielded for safe placement adjacent to a television.  
Subwoofer  
Left  
Front  
Right  
Front  
Channel  
Channel  
Center  
Channel  
Unpacking the System  
Carefully unpack the system. If you suspect damage from  
transit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service.  
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use. Open  
the package and verify the following contents:  
Couch  
Left  
Surround  
Channel  
Right  
Surround  
Channel  
Warranty statement  
Wire package  
Contains:  
2 x 40' Speaker wire  
3 x 15' Speaker wire  
1 x 15' Subwoofer cable  
Figure 1. In this overhead view of a typical installation, satellite speakers  
are used to reproduce sound for the front and surround channels.The  
center channel reproduces sound and dialogue.The powered subwoofer  
provides bass for effects and music.  
(1) Sub  
(1) Center with base  
Figure 2.This figure shows an alternative layout, which may be more  
suitable for some rooms.  
(4) Satellite speakers  
(4) Wall brackets for satellites  
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WALL-MOUNTING THE SATELLITES  
PLACEMENT  
NOTE: The satellite speakers can be placed directly on a shelf,  
The TSS-450 satellites are designed to be mounted on the wall.  
There is a wall bracket for each satellite speaker. Each speaker  
bracket will require (4) 1-1/2," # 10 wood screws; each screw  
should be fastened to a wall stud. If a wall stud is unavailable,  
install an anchor appropriate for a 1-1/2," # 10 screw.  
or mounted on a wall using the included wall brackets.  
Left and Right Front Channels  
For left and right front channels, place one satellite to the left  
and another to the right of the television, as shown in Figure 1.  
Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can place  
them very close to the TV without worrying about the magnetic  
field distorting the picture.  
NOTE: The customer is responsible for the correct selection  
and use of mounting hardware (available through hardware  
stores) that will ensure the proper and safe wall-mounting of  
the speakers.  
Center Channel  
Step 1.  
For the center channel, place the speaker directly on top of,  
or below, your television. Use a shelf if the television does not  
provide a stable platform.The center channel includes an  
adjustable rear foot. Simply turn the foot to extend the length.  
This will allow you, if necessary, to aim the speaker downward  
slightly, toward the listening area.  
Mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the  
mounting screws.  
Step 2.  
Place bracket against wall and fasten four 1-1/2," # 10 wood  
screws through the brackets screw holes into the wall. If a wall  
stud is not available, use an appropriate anchor.  
Surround Channels  
For left and right surround channels, place one speaker on the  
left and another on the right, to the side of or slightly behind the  
listening area.The surround speakers should be mounted at a  
height of between 4 feet and 7 feet.  
Step 3.  
Screw the post of the bracket into the 1/4"-20 threaded insert on  
the back of the satellite.Adjust the satellite to the desired angle  
and tighten the knob.  
keyhole on the back of the speaker to the  
Figure 3.  
Subwoofer  
screwhead on the wall. Once positioned  
Since the installation of a subwoofer can be somewhat more  
complicated than installing full-range speakers, it is essential  
that you read this section very carefully prior to connecting the  
subwoofer to your system. Should you have questions relating to  
installation, it is advisable to call either your dealer or Infinity’s  
Customer Service Department for advice.  
properly, the speaker should slide down slightly and become  
secure.  
The performance of the subwoofer is directly related to its  
placement in the listening room and how you align the subwoofer  
with the satellite speakers. Setting the volume of the subwoofer  
in relation to the left and right speakers is also of critical  
importance because it is essential that the subwoofer integrate  
smoothly with the entire system. Setting the subwoofers volume  
level too high will result in an overpowering, boomy bass. Setting  
the volume level too low will negate the benefits of the subwoofer.  
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Bracket on wall.  
Here are several additional facts on installation that may prove  
useful. It is generally believed that low frequencies (below  
125Hz) are nondirectional and, therefore, placement of a  
subwoofer within any listening room is not critical.While in  
theory it is true that the larger wavelengths of extremely low  
frequencies are basically nondirectional, the fact is that, when  
installing a subwoofer within the limited confines of a room,  
reflections, standing waves and absorptions generated within the  
room will strongly influence the performance of any subwoofer  
system.As a result, specific location of the subwoofer becomes  
important, and we strongly recommend that you experiment with  
placement before choosing a final location. Placement will  
depend upon your room (for example, whether or not your room  
permits placement of the subwoofer near either satellite) and  
the amount and quality of bass required.  
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ENTER AND SATELLITE PEAKER CONNECTIONS  
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Turn Off All Power  
Center Channel  
After placing the speakers, you are ready to connect your system.  
First, turn off all audio-system power. Use high-quality speaker  
wire to make your connections. # 18-Gauge speaker wire with  
polarity coding is included. For longer distances, # 16-gauge or  
heavier wire is recommended.The side of the wire with a ridge  
or other coding is usually considered positive polarity (i.e., +).  
Also, consult the owners manuals that were included with your  
amplifier or receiver to confirm connection procedures.  
Observe polarities when making speaker connections, as shown in  
Figure 5. Connect each + terminal on the back of the amplifier or  
receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on the speaker.  
Connect the – (black) terminals in the same way.  
Important!  
Do not reverse polarities (i.e., + to – or – to +) when making  
connections. Be certain that positive and negative wire strands  
are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage  
your equipment.  
Satellites  
Observe polarities when making speaker connections, as shown  
in Figure 4. Connect each + terminal on the back of the  
amplifier or receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on each  
speaker. Connect the – (black) terminals in the same way.  
+
Important!  
Do not reverse polarities (i.e., + to – or – to +) when making  
connections. Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished  
bass response. Be certain that positive and negative wire strands  
are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage  
your equipment.  
Insert Bare  
End; Release  
Tab  
Press Tab  
and Hold  
Insert Bare  
End; Release  
Tab  
Press Tab  
and Hold  
+
Figure 4. Wiring diagram shows polarity connections  
for one channel of a home theater system.  
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UBWOOFER CONTROLS  
SUBWOOFER  
LEVEL  
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HIGH LEVEL  
LINE LEVEL IN  
+
+
L
R
Rear Panel  
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OUT  
IN  
L
AUTO  
ON  
LFE  
R
MIN  
MAX  
A Few Suggestions  
GREEN: ON  
RED: STANDBY  
+
IMPORTANT: CONNECT STRIPED WIRE TO RED ( ) SPEAKERTERMINAL.  
We recommend that you do not operate your speakers or  
subwoofer with the bass, treble and loudness controls set to  
full boost.This will place undue strain on your electronics and  
speakers and could damage them.  
The volume control setting on your processor/preamp or receiver  
is not a specific indication of the overall loudness level of the  
speakers.The only important consideration is the loudness level at  
which the system can be played, regardless of where the volume  
control is set.  
POWER  
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Always turn down the volume control setting on your processor/  
preamp or receiver when changing a cassette or CD, or switching  
inputs to AM or FM operation. Excessively loud transients (clicks or  
popping sounds) can damage the satellite speakers and possibly  
the subwoofer.  
FUSE  
AC 120V~60Hz  
200 Watts  
CAUTION  
2.5A/250V  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
TYPE T  
LFE Input  
Important!  
Line-Level Inputs  
AUTO/On Switch  
Subwoofer Level Control  
Power Switch  
Whenever changing cables, pulling plugs, etc.,ALWAYS TURN OFF  
ALL EQUIPMENT, including the subwoofer.  
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SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS  
If you have a Dolby* Digital or DTS receiver/  
processor with a low-frequency-effects (LFE)  
or subwoofer output:  
15' subwoofer  
cable included  
SUBWOOFER OR  
LFE OUTPUT  
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HIGH LEVEL  
SUBWOOFER  
LEVEL  
LINE LEVEL IN  
+
+
L
R
OUT  
IN  
L
AUTO  
ON  
LFE  
R
MIN  
MAX  
GREEN: ON  
RED: STANDBY  
Set line-level/LFE switch toLFE.”  
RECEIVER/PROCESSOR  
If your receiver/processor does not contain  
a Dolby Digital or DTS processor but has a  
subwoofer output:  
15' subwoofer  
cable included  
HIGH LEVEL  
SUBWOOFER  
LEVEL  
LINE LEVEL IN  
+
+
L
R
OUT  
IN  
L
AUTO  
ON  
LFE  
R
MIN  
MAX  
GREEN: ON  
RED: STANDBY  
Set line-level/LFE switch toNormal.”  
NOTE: If your receiver/processor has only one sub out,  
you may use either the L or R input.  
LEFT SPEAKER  
RIGHT SPEAKER  
If your receiver/processor does not have  
subwoofer outputs for the left and right  
channels or an LFE output:  
+
+
+
HIGH LEVEL  
SUBWOOFER  
LEVEL  
LINE LEVEL IN  
LFE  
+
L
R
OUT  
IN  
L
AUTO  
ON  
R
MIN  
MAX  
GREEN: ON  
RED: STANDBY  
+
+
LEFT  
RIGHT  
RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER  
Front Speaker Output  
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OPERATION  
Surround Modes  
Final Positioning  
When using the TSS-450 in a Dolby* Digital or DTS home theater  
system, make sure all speakers are set to“Small. When using the  
system in a Dolby Pro Logic* home theater system, make sure the  
receivers center channel mode is set toNormal.  
After correctly connecting the TSS-450 system and verifying that  
both the subwoofer and all satellite speakers are playing, it is  
time to optimize the system for your particular listening room.  
Earlier, you placed the subwoofer in its general location. Finding  
the exact location for optimum performance sometimes only  
involves moving the speakers up to a few inches in any  
Some Dolby Digital-equipped receivers/processors offer different  
setup options for each source or surround mode, e.g., CD-stereo,  
videotape, Dolby Digital, Pro Logic. In each case, follow your  
equipments instructions to ensure that the subwoofer output is  
turned on and that the speakers are set to“Smallin each mode.  
direction.We urge you, therefore, to experiment with placement,  
if possible, until your speakers deliver their full potential.  
If your receiver has adjustable crossover settings, we recommend  
the subwoofer crossover be set between 100Hz 120Hz.  
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AINTENANCE AND SERVICE  
The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a  
soft cloth to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust.  
Power On  
Plug your subwoofers AC cord into a wall outlet. Do not use the  
outlets on the back of the receiver.  
All wiring connections should be inspected and cleaned or  
remade periodically.The frequency of maintenance depends on  
the metals involved in the connections, atmospheric conditions,  
and other factors, but once per year is the minimum.  
Initially set the Subwoofer Level Control to the“MINposition.  
Turn on the subwoofer by pressing the Power Switch on the  
rear panel.  
Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie  
soundtrack at a moderate level.  
If a problem occurs, make sure that all connections are properly  
made and clean. If a problem exists in one loudspeaker, reverse  
the connection wires to the left and right system. If the problem  
remains in the same speaker, then the fault is with the loud-  
speaker. If the problem appears in the opposite speaker, the  
cause is in another component or cable. In the event that your  
TSS-450 ever needs service, contact your local Infinity  
dealer or Infinity directly at 516-674-4INF (USA only) or  
www.infinitysystems.com for a service center near you.  
Auto On/Stand-By  
With the Power Switch in the AUTO position, the LED on  
the rear panel will remain lit in red or green to indicate the  
On/Stand-By mode of the subwoofer.  
RED = STAND-BY (No signal detected,Amp Off)  
GREEN = ON (Signal detected,Amp On)  
The subwoofer will automatically enter the Stand-By mode after  
approximately 10 minutes when no signal is detected from your  
system.The subwoofer will then power ON instantly when a signal  
is detected. During periods of normal use, the Power Switch  
can be left on.You may turn off the Power Switch for extended  
periods of nonoperation, e.g., when you are away on vacation.  
Adjust Level  
Turn the Subwoofer Level Control up about half way. If no  
sound emanates from the subwoofer, check the AC-line cord and  
input cables.Are the connectors on the cables making proper  
contact? Is the AC plug connected to alivereceptacle? Has the  
Power Switch been pressed to theOnposition? Once you  
have confirmed that the subwoofer is active, proceed by playing a  
CD or DVD. Use a selection that has ample bass information.  
Set the overall volume control of the receiver/processor to a  
comfortable level.Adjust the Subwoofer Level Control until  
you obtain a pleasing blend of bass. Bass response should  
not overpower the room but rather be adjusted so there is  
a harmonious blend across the entire musical range. Many  
users have a tendency to set the subwoofer volume too loud,  
adhering to the belief that a subwoofer is there to produce lots of  
bass.This is not entirely true.A subwoofer is there to enhance  
bass, extending the response of the entire system so the bass  
can be felt as well as heard. However, overall balance must  
be maintained or the music will not sound natural.An experienced  
listener will set the volume of the subwoofer so its impact on  
bass response is always there but never obtrusive.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
TSS-450  
Satellites  
150Hz – 20,000Hz (±3dB)  
Center Channel  
150Hz – 20,000Hz (±3dB)  
Frequency Range:  
Recommended  
Amplifier Power Range:  
10 – 100 watts  
86dB  
10 – 100 watts  
87dB  
Sensitivity:  
(2.83V @ 1 meter)  
Nominal Impedance:  
Crossover Frequency:  
Midrange Driver(s):  
8  
8Ω  
7000Hz  
7000Hz  
2-1/2", magnetically shielded  
1/2", magnetically shielded  
dual 2-1/2", magnetically shielded  
1/2", magnetically shielded  
High-Frequency Driver:  
Dimensions (H x W x D):  
5" x 3-1/2" x 3-1/2"  
3-1/2" x 8" x 3-1/2"  
(127mm x 88mm x 88mm)  
(88mm x 203mm x 88mm)  
Weight:  
1.2 lb (0.5kg)  
1.9 lb (0.9kg)  
Powered Subwoofer  
39Hz – 150Hz (±3dB)  
Frequency Range:  
Amplifier Output:  
100 watts RMS  
Low-Frequency Driver:  
Crossover Frequency:  
Dimensions (H x W x D):  
8"  
50Hz – 150Hz, 24dB/octave, continuously variable  
16-1/4" x 10-1/4" x 151/2"  
(413mm x 262mm x 394mm)  
Weight:  
28.3 lb (12.9kg)  
Infinity continually strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones.The specifications and construction details in this and related Infinity  
publications are therefore subject to change without notice.  
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NOTES  
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© 2003 Harman International Industries, Incorporated  
Infinity Systems, 250 Crossways Park Drive,Woodbury, NY 11797 USA 516.674.4INF (USA only) www.infinitysystems.com  
*Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Infinity is a registered trademark, and Total Solutions is a trademark, of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.  
Part No. 406-000-00939 8/03  
 

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