Niles Audio SW10JM manual

INST ALLA TION GUIDE SW 10JM SW 10WM FOR USE WITH NILES SW10JM JOIST MOUNT SUBWOOFER AND NILES SW10WM W ALL MOUNT SUBWOOFER[...]

Thank you for choosing Niles. This manual is for use with the Niles SW10JM Joist Mount Subwoofer or the Niles SW10WM Wall Mount Subwoofer . The SW10JM/SW10WM are custom- install passive subwoofers designed to blend seamlessly within a home’ s interior . Combined with the Niles SWA-500M subwoofer amplifier , the SW10JM/SW10WM provide superior son[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 1 INTRODUCTION The Ni les SW10JM Joist Mount Subwoofer is de sig ned to fit di scr eet ly in cei lin g j ois ts or sub - floo rs. The Ni les SW10WM W all Mount Subwoofer is de sig ned to fit di scr eet ly i n w all s. W hen pro per ly ins tal led , t he SW1 0JM /SW 10W M a re vir tua[...]

2 FEA TURES AND BENEFITS 10-INCH WOOFER WITH INJECTION MOLDED TCC™ (SW10JM ONL Y) The SW10JM features a 10” injection molded TCC (T alc, Carbon and Ceramic) cone and ported enclosure for maximum bass response. 10-INCH REINFORCED FIBERGLASS CONE WOOFER (SW10WM ONL Y) The SW10WM features a 10” shallow-depth reinforced fiberglass cone woofer th[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 3 QUALITY YOU CAN COUNT ON Since 1978, Niles Audio has been a leading manufacturer of custom-installed home entertainment products. Recognized around the world for designing and manufacturing reliable, durable, application specific products, Niles has more than 500 individual products [...]

4 TOOLS NEEDED: • Pencil • Drywall Saw • Phillips Screwdriver • Drill (and assorted Bits) • Qty . 2; 2 x 4s (48” in length) • Wire strippers • T ape Measure • Level (Optional) • Awl (optional) • Staple gun (optional) • Protective safety gear • T ools suitable for cutting opening in the applicable flooring/wall material CAU[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 5 SW10JM PLACEMENT Before you begin, carefully plan the location of the SW10JM, keeping in mind that the SW10JM will be installed parallel with the rooms’ joist construction. F or maximum bass performance, we recommend positioning the SW10JM so that the grille/vent is near a corner or[...]

6 SW10JM IN-CEILING/IN-FLOOR INST ALLA TION The SW10JM subwoofer mounts directly to ceilings or sub-floors between joists and accommodates both 16" and 24" on-center joist construction. The included cardboard template matches the dimensions of the SW10JM and is used to position the subwoofer , the 2 X 4s that will support the subwoofer ,[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 7 1 . Use template to determine a suitable installation location. Place the SW10JM cardboard template in the desired location making sure the template is level and aligned correctly . Y ou may want to sta ple the template in place for added ease. 2a . Measure the width between the joist[...]

8 4 . Attach the supplied front and rear brackets to the 2 x 4’ s using the supplied 1.5" wood screws. NOTE: REMOVE THE STOP BLOCK FROM THE SW10JM PORT . THE STOP BLOCK IS INCLUDED TO PREVENT THE SUBWOOFER FROM DISENGAGING FROM BRACKETS UNTIL THE GRILLE IS INST ALLED. 5 . Place the SW10JM subwoofer into the brackets aligning the attachment p[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 9 7 . Install T rim Out Panel to protect cabinet from debris until trim out using the supplied screws. 8 . For trim out, remove T rim Out Panel. 9 . Install the inc luded floor grille into the cut- out opening using the same screws from the T rim Out Panel . OPTIONAL: The grille can be[...]

10 1 . Use template to determine a suitable installation location. Place the SW10JM cardboard template in the desired location making sure the template is level and aligned correctly . Y ou may want to staple the template in place for added ease. 2a . Measure the width between the joists/studs and cut two 2 X 4s to match this width. The 2 X 4s will[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 11 4 . Attach the supplied front and rear brackets to the 2 x 4’ s using the supplied 1.5" screws. NOTE: REMOVE THE STOP BLOCK FROM THE SW10JM PORT . THE STOP BLOCK IS INCLUDED TO PREVENT THE SUBWOOFER FROM DISENGAGING FROM BRACKETS UNTIL THE GRILLE IS INST ALLED. 5 . Place the S[...]

12 7 . Install the inc luded floor grille into the cut-out opening using the supplied screws. OPTIONAL: The grille can be painted to match most decors but should be painted before installation. Additionally , paint the grille separately from the loudspeaker frame. For best r esults when painting the grille, use a spray gun or airless sprayer . Thi[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 13 1 . Use template to determine a suitable installation location. Place the SW10JM cardboard template in the desired location making sure the template is level and aligned correctly . Y ou may want to staple the template in place for added ease. 2a . Measure the width between the joist[...]

14 4 . Place the SW10JM subwoofer into the brackets aligning the attachment pins to the slots in the brackets. Begin with the ported end first. 5 . Install the stop block between the bracket and cabinet at rear of cabinet as indicated in drawing. 6 . Install T rim Out Panel to allow dr ywall installer exact location of cut-out. Subwoofer Front Bra[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 15 7 . For trim out, remove T rim Out Panel. 8 . Install the inc luded ceiling grille frame into the cut-out opening using the supplied screws. 9 . Install the inc luded ceiling grille into the frame. OPTIONAL: The grille can be painted to match most decors but should be painted before [...]

16 1 . Use template to determine a suitable installation location. Place the SW10JM cardboard template in the desired location making sure the template is level and aligned correctly . Y ou may want to staple the template in place for added ease. 2a . Measure the width between the joists/studs and cut two 2 X 4’ s to match this width. The 2 X 4?[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 17 4 . Attach the supplied front and rear brackets to the 2 x 4’ s using the supplied 1.5" screws. NOTE: REMOVE THE STOP BLOCK FROM THE SW10JM PORT THE STOP BLOCK IS INCLUDED TO PREVENT THE SUBWOOFER FROM DISENGAGING FROM BRACKETS UNTIL THE GRILLE IS INST ALLED. 5 . Place the SW1[...]

18 7 . Install the inc luded ceiling grille into the cut-out opening using the supplied screws. 8 . Install the inc luded ceiling grille into the frame. OPTIONAL: The grille can be painted to match most decors but should be painted before installation. Additionally , paint the grille separately from the loudspeaker frame. For best results when pain[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 19 AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS & WIRING The SW10JM is a passive (non-powered) subwoofer and must be used with a power amplifier . W e strongly recommend the Niles SWA-500 subwoofer amplifier . Use with any other amplifiers could result in less than optimal performance. Figure 3. Line [...]

20 The SW10JM has 5-way binding posts that accept all types of wire ends. Be sure to wire the subwoofer “in-phase”— positive (red) terminal on the amplifier output must be connected to the corresponding positive (red) terminal on the subwoofer and likewise negative (black). Most speaker wires have markings along one or both conductors to hel[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 21 SW10WM (W ALL MOUNT) SUBWOOFER The SW10WM Wall Mount subwoofer includes the following items: Preconstruction package: • 1 Ported cabinet (back box) with trim-out panel • 1 set of installation brackets with screws • 1 set of rubber feet Installation package: • 1 Baffle mounted[...]

22 SW10WM PLACEMENT Before you begin, carefully plan the loca tion of the SW10WM subwoofer , keeping in mind that the SW10WM will be installed parallel with the room’ s stud construction. For maximum bass performance, we recommend positioning the SW10WM so tha t the grille/frame is near a corner or sidewall and is as close to the main speakers as[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 23 SW10WM IN-W ALL INST ALLA TION The SW10WM subwoofer mounts parallel within the room’ s standard 2 X 4 stud construction. The included cardboard template matches the dimensions of the SW10WM and is used to position the subwoofer . Be sure to mount the SW10WM securely , as the bass o[...]

24 2b . Determine suitable wire routing method. The SW10WM is provided with terminal cups at both the bottom and top of the unit for convenience. Preparing the cabinet 3a . Remove the large bolts located at the top of the cabinet and flip the brackets over re-installing brackets with the same bolts, lea ving them loose. Ensure the flange surface [...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 25 5 . Secure the brackets to the studs using the provided hardware. 6 . Make necessar y wire connections to terminal cups NOTE: THE SW10WM CABINET HAS THE NECESSAR Y TRIMOUT P ANEL ALREADY INST ALLED. THIS WILL ALLOW SHEETROCK INST ALLERS THE EXACT LOCA TION FOR CUTTING THE FRAME OPENI[...]

26 12 . Insert the frame into the cut-out hole securing the frame with the supplied 2" screws where needed to ensure a snug fit against the wall. 13 . Insert the metal grille into the frame pressing firmly all the way around the perimeter . TIP . If the grille does not stay flush in some areas, remove grille, bending flange slightly outwar[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 27 AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS & WIRING The SW10WM is a passive (non-powered) subwoofer and must be used with a power amplifier . W e strongly recommend the Niles SWA-500 subwoofer amplifier . Use with any other amplifiers could result in less than optimal performance. Figure 7. 1 or [...]

28 WIRING FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION For best results, avoid running speaker wire near AC wiring, as it may induce a 60Hz hum in the audio signal. It’ s a good idea to run the speaker wire after the electrical wiring has alread y been completed, so tha t you can route the speaker wire at least three feet away from the electrical wiring. If speaker wire[...]

NILES AUDIO CORPORA TION – 1-800-BUY -HIFI or 1-305-238-4373 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience a problem operating the SW10JM or SW10WM, consult this guide first. The most common problems relate to hook up. If the problem persists, or you ha ve additional questions, call your local Niles dealer or Niles T echnical Support at 1-800-289-4[...]

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