Infiniti Car Speaker TSS 1100 User Manual

TOTAL SPEAKER SOLUTIONS  
TSS-1100  
Owner’s Guide  
(120V)  
 
TSS-1100 OWNERS GUIDE  
Table of Contents  
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Important Safety Precautions  
Introduction  
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 proprietary Metal Matrix Diaphragm  
(MMD ) drivers, precision dividing networks and rigid, well-braced  
Subwoofer  
enclosures combine to deliver uncompromised performance in any  
stereo or multichannel home theater system. In addition, these  
speakers, except for the powered subwoofer, are magnetically shielded  
for safe placement adjacent to a television.  
Left  
Front  
Channel  
Right  
Front  
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  
Right  
Surround  
Channel  
Surround  
Channel  
Warranty statement  
Wire package  
Contains:  
2 x 40' Speaker wire  
3 x 20' 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  
The TSS-1100 satellites are designed to be mounted on the wall  
if desired.There is a wall bracket included for each satellite  
speaker. Each speaker bracket will require (3) 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.  
NOTE: The satellite speakers can be placed directly on a shelf,  
or mounted on a wall using the built-in keyhole mount or optional  
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  
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.  
Step 1.  
Place bracket against the wall and mark the positions on the wall  
where you would like to place the mounting screws.  
Step 2.  
Place bracket against wall and fasten three 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.  
Remove rear foot, place the speaker on the bracket and insert the  
provided 1/4"-20 screw through the bottom of the bracket into  
the threaded insert on the bottom of the satellite (Figure 3).Turn  
satellite to desired angle and tighten.  
Subwoofer  
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.  
keyhole on the back of the speaker to the screwhead on the wall.  
Ony, the speaker should slide down slightly  
and
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.  
(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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(Remove  
foot)  
(Insert screw  
through bracket  
into speaker)  
Figure 3.  
Bracket on wall.  
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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.  
Figure 5.The satellites and center channel speaker feature  
terminals that can be connected in several different ways;  
e.g., spade terminals and direct wiring (as shown here).  
+
Figure 4. Wiring diagram shows polarity connections  
for one channel of a home theater system.  
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UBWOOFER CONTROLS  
Subwoofer-Level Control  
LFE/Normal Switch  
Rear Panel  
Phase Switch  
Crossover-Frequency Adjustment  
Line-Level (LFE) Inputs  
Power Switch  
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LEVEL  
Max  
NORMAL  
Min  
LFE  
0˚  
180˚  
PHASE  
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CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
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150Hz  
50Hz  
A Few Suggestions  
L
R
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.  
LINE LEVEL IN  
For LFE use L or R  
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.  
ON  
OFF  
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POWER  
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.  
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SUB1100  
Important!  
CAUTION  
Whenever changing cables, pulling plugs, etc.,ALWAYS TURN OFF  
ALL EQUIPMENT, including the subwoofer.  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
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NRTL/ C  
CSA22.2  
UL1492  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR PRÉVENIR LES RISQUES DINCENDIE OU  
DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, ÉVITER DEXPOSER CET APPAREIL A LA  
PLUIE OU A L’HUMIDITÉ.  
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SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS  
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If you have a Dolby* Digital or DTS receiver/  
processor with a low-frequency-effects (LFE)  
or subwoofer output:  
If your receiver/processor does not contain  
a Dolby Digital or DTS processor but has a  
subwoofer output:  
RECEIVER/PROCESSOR  
SUBWOOFER OR  
LFE OUTPUT  
LEVEL  
Max  
Min  
LFE  
0º  
NORMAL  
180º  
PHASE  
LEVEL  
80Hz  
Max  
NORMAL  
Min  
15'  
subwoofer  
cable  
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
LFE  
0º  
150Hz  
50Hz  
180º  
PHASE  
80Hz  
15' subwoofer  
cable included  
included  
L
R
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
LINE LEVEL IN  
150Hz  
50Hz  
For LFE use L or R  
L
R
LINE LEVEL IN  
Set line-level/LFE switch toNormal.”  
For LFE use L or R  
NOTE: If your receiver/processor has only one sub out,  
you may use either the L or R input.  
Set line-level/LFE switch toLFE.”  
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OPERATION  
Surround Modes  
Crossover Adjustment  
The Crossover Frequency Control determines the highest  
frequency at which the subwoofer reproduces sounds. For the  
TSS-1100, it is recommended that this control be set at 120Hz  
(approximately the 3 o’clock position).  
When using the system in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater  
system, make sure all speakers are set to“Small. When using the  
TSS-1100 in a Dolby Pro Logic* home theater system, make sure  
the receivers center channel mode is set toNormal.”  
Some Dolby Digital-equipped receivers/processors offer different  
setup options for each source or surround mode, e.g., CD-stereo,  
videotape, Dolby, 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.  
NOTE: This control will have no effect if the LFE/Normal Switch  
is set to LFE. If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver/  
processor, the Low-Pass Frequency is set by the receiver/  
processor. Set the LFE/Normal Switch on the subwoofer to  
LFE. Consult your owners manual to learn how to view or change  
this setting.A setting of 120Hz – 150Hz is recommended.  
Power On  
Plug your subwoofers AC cord into a wall outlet. Do not use the  
outlets on the back of the receiver.  
Phase Control  
The Phase Switch determines whether the subwoofer  
speakers piston-like action moves in and out with the main  
speakers, 0˚, or opposite the main speakers, 180˚. Proper phase  
adjustment depends on several variables such as room size,  
subwoofer placement and listener position.Adjust the phase  
switch to maximize bass output at the listening position.  
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 sound-  
track at a moderate level.  
Final Positioning  
Auto On/Stand-By  
After correctly connecting the TSS-1100 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  
With the Power Switch in the ON position, the LED on the front  
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)  
direction.We urge you, therefore, to experiment with placement,  
if possible, until your speakers deliver their full potential.  
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.  
M
AINTENANCE AND SERVICE  
The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a  
soft cloth to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust.  
Adjust Level  
Turn the Subwoofer Level Control up about half way. If no  
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.  
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.  
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-1100 ever needs service, contact your local Infinity dealer  
or Infinity directly at 516.674.4INF (USA only) or  
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.  
www.infinitysystems.com for a service center near you.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
TSS-1100  
Satellites  
120Hz – 20,000Hz (±3dB)  
Center Channel  
120Hz – 20,000Hz (±3dB)  
Frequency Range:  
Recommended  
Amplifier Power Range:  
10 – 125 watts  
89dB  
10 – 125 watts  
89dB  
Sensitivity:  
(2.83V @ 1 meter)  
Nominal Impedance:  
Crossover Frequency:  
Midrange Drivers:  
8  
8Ω  
3500Hz, 24dB/Octave  
3500Hz, 24dB/Octave  
Dual 3-1/2" (89mm) MMD,  
magnetically shielded  
Dual 3-1/2" (89mm) MMD,  
magnetically shielded  
High-Frequency Driver:  
Dimensions (H x W x D):  
3/4" (19mm) MMD,  
3/4" (19mm) MMD,  
magnetically shielded  
magnetically shielded  
9-1/4" x 4-1/8" x 4-3/8"  
4-1/8" x 9-1/4" x 4-3/8"  
(235mm x 105mm x 111mm)  
(105mm x 235mm x 111mm)  
Weight:  
4.5 lb (2.0kg)  
4.5 lb (2.0kg)  
Powered Subwoofer  
29Hz – 150Hz (±3dB)  
Frequency Range:  
Amplifier Output:  
250 watts RMS  
Low-Frequency Driver:  
Crossover Frequency:  
Dimensions (H x W x D):  
12" (305mm)  
50Hz – 150Hz, 24dB/Octave, continuously variable  
17-3/4" x 12" x 16-1/8"  
(451mm x 305mm x 410mm)  
Weight:  
44 lb (20kg)  
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 www.infinitysystems.com  
*Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Infinity is a registered trademark, and Metal Matrix Diaphragm and MMD are trademarks, of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.  
Part No.TSS1100SOM-120 12/03  
 

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