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HPS
High-Performance Subwoofers
Model HPS-500
Model HPS-1000
Owner’s Manual
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Caution.....................................................................................................................................3 Important Safety Instructions....................................................................................................4 Introduction..............................................................................................................................5 About This Product.........
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 3 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD – DO NOT OPEN. AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR. CUIDADO: PELIGRO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO – NO ABRIR. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (0R BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL THIS INFINITY PRODUCT ISDESIGNED FOR 120-VOLT USE ONLY! FOR DETAILED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING PAGE IN THIS ’ OWNER S
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read Instructions – All the safety and operating 12) Grounding or Polarization – Figure A. instructions should be read before the product is oper- This product may be equipped ated. with a polarized alternating-cur- ANTENNA LEAD-IN rent-line plug (a plug having one 2) Retain Instructions – The safety and operating WIRE blade wider than the other). This instructions should be retained for future reference. plug will fit in
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 5 INTRODUCTION ABOUT THIS PRODUCT... Infinity’s HPS-500 and HPS-1000 subwoofers have been designed to enhance the bass frequencie of any audio system. Both subwoofers may be used with speakers of any size. Obviously, th greatest bass enhancement will be achieved when the subwoofer is connected to speakers that d not have the capability to create deep bass. UNPACKING THE SUBWOOFER Check your subwoofer carefully. If it has been damaged in transit, report th
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 6 POSITIONING Since the installation of a subwoofer can be somewhat more complicated than installin POSITION WITHIN full-range speakers, it is essential that you read this section very carefully prior to connecting th A ROOM WILL subwoofer to your system. Should you have questions relating to your installation, it is advisabl STRONGLY INFLUENCE to call either your dealer or Infinity’s Customer Service Department for advice. PERFORMANCE... The performance o
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 7 POSITIONING (Continued) HPS SUB RIGHT- CHANNEL SPEAKER Figure 1. This view shows the subwoofer positioned behind the right-channel satellite speaker to re-create the actual location of bass instruments in an orchestra and/or add impact to movie sound tracks. PRIMARY LISTENING AREA Here are some useful hints: 1. Experimentation with the position of your subwoofer may be useful. 2. If bass response seems inadequate, move it closer to a wall or corner.
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 8 IDENTIFICATION OF FRONT PANEL CONTROL (Refer to Figure 2.) CONTROLS... 1. EQ: Optimizes subwoofer performance for audio or video playback. 2. Crossover: Controls the frequency below which the subwoofer will begin working. 3. Phase: Reverse/normal switch changes audio-signal polarity. 4. Gain: Controls subwoofer volume level. 5. Input: Switches between the normal line/speaker inputs and the direct-LFE input. Figure 2. 150 50 10 0 0˚ AUDIO VIDEO 180˚ NORMA
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 9 CONNECTING YOUR SUBWOOFER If your receiver/processor does not have subwoofer outputs for the left and right channel L + + ++ R L R ™ — — —— B-LINK OUTPUTS INPUTS
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 10 CONNECTING YOUR SUBWOOFER (Continued) If your receiver/processor has subwoofer outputs for the left and right channels: NOTE: Some receivers have a single subwoofer output (do not confuse this with a single LFE output as described below). In that case, it is recommended that you use a Y connector (not included) to maximize performance. LOW LOW LEVEL LEVEL OUT IN L HIGHPASS OUTPUT 120Hz 160Hz R 80Hz ® NOTE: In this case, you do not need to If you have a
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 11 If your receiver/amplifier has preamp output jacks and main input jacks for the left an right channels or you have a separate preamp/processor and power amplifier: This method of hookup can offer the highest level of performance for your complete loudspeak system. Your subwoofer incorporates an adjustable high-pass crossover in addition to a variab low-pass crossover. When hooked up as shown below, the subwoofer will limit the low-frequenc information t
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 12 OPERATION 1. Initially set the HPS’s Gain control to the “O” position. SET CONTROLS... 2. Initially set the HPS’s Crossover control to the 100Hz position. 3. Plug your HPS’s AC cord into a wall outlet. Do not use the outlets on the back of the receive POWER ON… 4. Turn on your HPS sub by pressing the power button on the center of the front panel. 5. Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie sound track at a moderate leve 4 ADJUST GAIN… 6.
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 13 A WORD OF ADVICE The low-frequency Crossover and Volume controls may be set anywhere within their rotation However, it will be a most unusual circumstance if you have to set the Volume control completel clockwise. This may indicate an unbalanced condition in your system (too much bass), that th system is in an especially large room, or that speaker placement may be incorrect. Try sever other locations before concluding that the Volume control must be se
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 14 CARE OF YOUR SUBWOOFER Your Infinity subwoofer enclosure is finished with a heavy-duty, high-quality vinyl that require very little maintenance. Keep the enclosure clean by dusting it occasionally with a damp cloth FEEDBACK If the bass seems boomy, or you notice a rumbling sound when listening to record albums, th cause may be acoustic feedback. This means that low-frequency vibrations from your speaker are reaching the turntable. To help isolate the tu
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 15 SPECIFICATIONS HPS-500 FREQUENCY RESPONSE 22 ~ 120Hz AMPLIFIER POWER 500 Watts DRIVE UNIT 15" Downfiring Woofer with Hyperflared Port Embossed Dark-Metallic Bronze with Bronze-Metallic Accents FINISH Height, Width, Depth: 19-3/4 x 19 x 22-7/16" DIMENSIONS (502 x 483 x 570mm) HPS-1000 FREQUENCY RESPONSE 18 ~ 120Hz AMPLIFIER POWER 1000 Watts DRIVE UNIT 15" Downfiring Woofer and Two 15" Passive Radiators FINISH Embossed Dark-Metallic Bronze with Bronze-Me
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HPS500/1000 OM 10/25/99 2:40 PM Page 16 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. © 1998 Infinity Systems, Inc., 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 USA (800) 553-3332 www.infinitysystems.com *Trademark of Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Infinity is a regi
