Polk Audio Speaker System PSW250 User Manual

PSW250  
PSW350  
PSW450  
Instruction  
Manual  
Owners of RM Series  
Systems: Refer to  
instructions in  
“5 pack” carton  
5601 METRO DRIVE,  
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21215, USA,  
800-377-7655, FAX: 410-764-5266  
RM0299-1  
 
SPEAKER PLACEMENT  
CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS  
TO THE SYSTEM—GENERAL  
Strip 1/2" of insulation from each of the two  
conductors on both ends to expose the bare  
wire. Twist the exposed wire of each conductor  
to form two unfrayed strands. Connect two  
conductors to the receiver or amp (refer to the  
owner’s manual supplied with your electronics  
for assistance with proper hookup). Connect  
the two conductors on the other end of the  
wire to the speaker terminals.  
Due to their compact size, Polk PSW Series  
subwoofers offer plenty of placement  
If you elect to use the speaker level inputs,  
use two conductor 16 gauge or thicker speak-  
er wires. If you choose to use the line level  
inputs, use high quality, shielded RCA type  
interconnect cables (see hookup options). See  
your Polk dealer for wire recommendations.  
options—in an entertainment center, behind  
furniture or next to a sofa or chair. The sub-  
woofer may be placed anywhere in the room,  
but for the greatest possible bass output,  
place the subwoofer in a corner of the room.  
The subwoofer may lay on its side, but plac-  
ing it on its feet or base will yield the best  
performance (Figure 1). NEVER LAY THE  
SUBWOOFER ON THE AMPLIFIER END—  
THIS WILL DAMAGE THE AMPLIFIER.  
Note that one of the terminals on the rear of  
the speaker is marked red (+) and the other  
black (-). Make certain that you connect the  
wire from the red (+) terminal of your ampli-  
fier to the red (+) terminal on your speaker,  
and the wire from the black (-) terminal of  
the amplifier to the black (-) terminal on your  
speaker. Most wire has some indication (such  
as color coding, ribbing, or writing) on one  
of the two conductors to help maintain con-  
sistency. If your speakers sound “thin” with  
little bass and little to no center image, odds  
are that one of the speaker wires is connect-  
ed backwards. Double check all connections.  
The PSW250, PSW350 AND PSW450 are  
magnetically shielded and can be placed  
close to a television set, if necessary.  
However, we do not recommend placing your  
TV set on the subwoofer. The vibration  
transmitted to the TV set may shorten the  
life of the TV. If you see any color distortion  
in your TV, move the subwoofer a few inches  
further from the set.  
FIGURE 1  
NOT OK  
OK  
OK  
NOT OK  
AMPLIFIER  
AMPLIFICADOR  
AMPLIFICATEUR  
VERSTÄRKER  
AMPLIFIER  
AMPLIFIER  
AMPLIFICADOR  
AMPLIFICATEUR  
VERSTÄRKER  
AMPLIFICADOR  
AMPLIFICATEUR  
VERSTÄRKER  
AMPLIFIER SIDE  
LADO DEL AMPLIFICADOR  
CÔTÉ AMPLIFICATEUR  
VERSTÄRKER SEITE  
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USING PUSH-TAB AND 5-WAY  
BINDING POST CONNECTORS  
HOOK-UP OPTIONS  
When using this option, it is necessary to  
adjust the settings of your electronics as fol-  
lows: Front speakers = large, subwoofer =  
“OFF” or “NONE”. This may sound incorrect  
because you have a subwoofer, but it will  
yield the best performance. This hookup  
method enables Pro Logic and Dolby Digital  
electronics to direct a full range signal (with  
bass) to the front left and right speakers  
(and therefore to your subwoofer) along  
with the LFE channel.  
OPTION #1  
Push the plastic tab of one connector to open  
up the hole. Insert the bare wire into the hole,  
and release the plastic tab. Repeat this step  
for the other terminal (Figure 2).  
This method is preferred for most systems  
and for use with the RM6200 and RM6600  
systems (Figure 3).  
Connect the left and right channel speaker  
output from your electronics to the left and  
right speaker level INPUT of the subwoofer.  
Connect the subwoofer left and right speaker  
level OUTPUT to the corresponding left and  
right speakers.  
The PSW450 uses 5-way binding posts, which  
operate a little differently. Unscrew the red or  
black nut several turns until the hole in the  
shaft appears. Push the bare wire into the hole  
and retighten nut finger tight (Figure 2a).  
Make sure that the two bare wire ends do not  
touch each other. Such an electrical short will  
cause your receiver or amplifier to turn off or  
malfunction.  
If it’s easier, you can connect two sets of  
speaker wires from your electronics, running  
one set to the subwoofer and the other to the  
front speakers.  
FIGURE 2 (PSW250 AND PSW350)  
FIGURE 3  
OPTION #1  
PREFERRED  
HOOKUP  
This method is the  
most popular when  
using a receiver or  
FRONT  
CHANNEL  
FRONT  
amplifier.  
RECEIVER  
CHANNEL  
FRONT  
R
L
+
+
-
-
+
-
-
+
SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT  
+
-
-
+
R
R
L
FIGURE 2A (PSW450 ONLY)  
+
-
-
+
L
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT  
Line  
R
L
Level  
Input  
PSW  
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HOOK-UP OPTIONS  
HOOK-UP OPTIONS  
OPTION #2  
OPTION #3  
This method can be used with electronics  
that include a “SUB OUT” feature (Figure 4,  
previous page). It is not recommended for  
use with RM6200 or RM6600 Systems.  
This method is for use with electronics featur-  
ing a “PRE OUT” – and may be used as a sec-  
ondary hook up method for use with RM6200  
or RM6600 Systems. Connect the left and right  
preamp output from your electronics to the left  
and right LINE LEVEL input of the subwoofer.  
This may require use of RCA “Y” cables (not  
supplied) to hookup both the subwoofer and  
your electronics (PSW250, PSW350, PSW450).  
When using option #3, it is necessary to adjust  
the settings on your electronics as follows:  
Front speakers = LARGE Subwoofer = “OFF”  
or “NO”.  
Connect a single RCA cable from the “SUB  
OUT” of your electronics to the LFE input of  
the subwoofer. This input bypasses the sub-  
woofer’s variable low pass filter and relies on  
the filter built into your electronics. If your  
“SUB OUT” is an unfiltered signal (check your  
owner’s manual), use either left or right “Line  
Level Input,” to use the low pass crossover in  
the subwoofer.  
When using option #2, it is necessary to  
adjust the settings of your electronics as  
follows: Front speakers = large or small  
depending on their output capabilities;  
Subwoofer = “ON”.  
FIGURE 5  
OPTION #3  
PRE OUT  
HOOKUP  
FIGURE 4  
OPTION #2  
SUB OUT HOOKUP  
PSW350 AND  
This method is for  
use with electonic  
components featuring  
a pre-out.  
PSW450 ONLY  
This method is for  
use with electronics  
that include a “sub  
FRONT  
FRONT  
POWER AMPLIFIER  
CHANNEL  
CHANNEL  
FRONT  
FRONT  
out” feature.  
INPUT  
FRONT  
RECEIVER  
CHANNEL  
CHANNEL  
L
R
R
+
L
SUB-OUT  
FRONT  
+
-
-
R
+
L
+
-
-
+
+
-
-
+
-
-
+
PRE-AMP OR RECEIVER  
PRE-OUT  
L
R
Y CABLES  
SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT  
+
-
-
+
R
L
SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT  
+
-
-
+
R
L
RCA CABLE  
+
-
-
+
RCA CABLES  
R
L
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT  
R
L
Line  
+
-
-
+
R
L
LFE  
Level  
Input  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT  
LFE  
R
L
Line  
Level  
Input  
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HOOK-UP OPTIONS  
AC POWER CONNECTION  
AND AUTO ON/OFF  
• Phase Switch—Have someone else switch  
between the two settings while you sit in  
your favorite listening position. Use music  
with good bass and a deep male vocal.  
When you hear the best balance of deep  
bass and natural lower octaves of the  
male voice, you have achieved optimum  
phase tuning.  
OPTION #4  
PSW250, PSW350 and PSW450 models sold  
within North America are designed to be con-  
nected to 110-120 volt AC outlets.  
(PSW450 Only) – Not recommended for use  
with RM6200 and RM6600 systems. The  
PSW450 offers a “switchable high pass filter”  
at 80Hz for those situations where you choose  
to limit the lower bass content directed to  
your front left and right speakers. The benefit  
can be greater dynamic range from the front  
left and right speakers because they are not  
being asked to produce any bass frequencies  
below 80Hz.  
Units destined for countries outside of North  
America that use 220-240 volts are factory  
preset for 220-240 volt operation. If you do  
not know your local supply voltage, consult  
your Polk Audio dealer before connecting the  
amplifier to the supply or to your other hi-fi  
components.  
MAINTAINING THE APPEARANCE  
OF PSW SERIES SPEAKERS  
Your new speaker cabinet is made of a rugged  
material that can be dusted or cleaned with  
a moist cloth. Avoid harsh detergents and  
cleaning fluids, they can permanently damage  
your speakers’ finish.  
This hookup would be the same as Option #1,  
but with the switch turned to “80Hz.” See fig-  
ure 6. Consult your dealer or Polk Audio cus-  
tomer service if you have questions about the  
use of this feature.  
AUTO MUTE CIRCUIT  
The PSW250, PSW350 and PSW450 feature  
auto on/off circuitry, marked “auto” on the  
power switch, that automatically turns your  
subwoofer on when it senses a program sig-  
nal. When no signal is present, the circuit  
turns the subwoofer off after a few minutes.  
If you are concerned about the brief delay  
between when the music starts and when the  
subwoofer turns on, simply leave your sub-  
woofer in the “on” position.  
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE  
If, after following the hook-up directions, you  
experience difficulty, please double check all  
wire connections. Make sure that your elec-  
tronic equipment is operating correctly by  
hooking up another speaker to the speaker  
output. For example, if you are not getting  
sound from the left channel speaker, connect  
the right channel speaker to the left output. If  
you still get no sound from that side, the  
problem is in your amp, receiver or source  
electronics. Should you isolate the problem to  
the speaker, contact the authorized Polk  
Audio dealer where you made your purchase.  
Authorized Polk Audio dealers are the best  
source for advice and assistance.  
ADJUSTING THE  
PSW250/PSW350/PSW450  
FIGURE 6  
OPTION #4  
PSW450  
ONLY  
• For RM6600 and RM6200 adjustments  
please refer to their owners manuals.  
This method is  
recommended for use  
with the PSW450.  
See hookup diagram  
for “option #1”:  
Figure 3, page 6.  
• Volume—Adjust by ear using a wide vari-  
ety of CDs and video sources. Adjust for  
deep, powerful bass without “boominess.”  
+
+
SPKR  
IN  
• Low Pass—This control adjusts the fre-  
quency range over which the subwoofer  
operates. When using smaller main  
speakers, the upper range of the control  
will probably yield the best results. With  
larger speakers, the lower end of the con-  
trol range will probably sound best, but  
always let your ear be the final judge. If  
male vocals sound “thin,” turn this control  
up until the voice sounds rich but not  
boomy. If male vocals sound too “thick” or  
“chesty,” turn this control down until the  
voice sounds natural.  
Our customer service representatives are  
happy to answer your questions and provide  
fast, friendly service. In North America call  
(800) 377-7655, Monday through Friday,  
9:00am through 6:00pm Eastern time. Or  
you can E-Mail us at our Internet service  
address: [email protected].  
80Hz  
FULL  
RANGE  
SPKR  
OUT  
+
+
LEFT  
RIGHT  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING  
SPECIFICATIONS  
PSW450  
Driver Complement:  
1 - 12" (304.8mm) woofer  
Amplifier Power*:  
FTC Rated Amplifier Power:  
150 watts continuous into 4ohms @ <1% 30 -  
200Hz  
Dynamic Power:  
350 watts  
SPECIFICATIONS  
PSW250  
Driver Complement:  
1 - 8" (203.2mm) woofer  
Amplifier Power*:  
FTC Rated Amplifier Power:  
50 watts continuous into 4ohms @ .03% 30 -  
200Hz  
Dynamic Power:  
125 watts  
SPECIFICATIONS  
PSW350  
Driver Complement:  
1 - 10" (254mm) woofer  
Amplifier Power*:  
FTC Rated Amplifier Power:  
100 watts continuous into 4ohms @ .05% 30 -  
200Hz  
Dynamic Power:  
260 watts  
Possible Solution  
PROBLEM  
• Check AC plug and green LED on  
the back; make sure outlet is opera-  
tional  
No Bass  
• Check volume control on subwoofer  
• For speaker level wire conections,  
check (+) on amplifier to (+) on  
subwoofer and do the same for  
(-) to (-)  
Calculated Maximum Output (in-room):  
113dB  
Enclosure Type:  
direct radiating, vented  
Port Type:  
dual, rear firing  
Overall Frequency Response:  
25Hz - 160Hz  
-3dB Limits:  
35Hz - 125Hz  
Crossover Frequency:  
Calculated Maximum Output (in-room):  
110dB  
Enclosure Type:  
direct radiating, vented  
Port Type:  
dual, rear firing  
Overall Frequency Response:  
25Hz - 180Hz  
-3dB Limits:  
38Hz - 160Hz  
Crossover Frequency:  
Calculated Maximum Output (in-room):  
105dB  
Enclosure Type:  
direct radiating, vented  
Port Type:  
dual, rear firing  
Overall Frequency Response:  
30Hz - 180Hz  
-3dB Limits:  
40Hz - 160Hz  
Crossover Frequency:  
• Check that RCA line level inputs of  
the subwoofer are not wired from  
speaker level outputs of amplifier  
Excessive  
Mid-bass  
Turn crossover frequency down  
• Move phase switch to “REV”  
and compare  
adjustable 60Hz - 125Hz  
adjustable 60Hz - 160Hz  
adjustable 80Hz - 160Hz  
Phase Control:  
switch 0º or 180º  
Inputs:  
speaker, LFE and line level  
Outputs:  
Phase Control:  
switch 0º or 180º  
Inputs:  
speaker, LFE and line level  
Outputs:  
Phase Control:  
switch 0º or 180º  
Inputs:  
speaker and line level  
Outputs:  
Not  
Enough  
Bass  
Turn volume up on subwoofer  
• Move subwoofer into corner  
• Move phase switch to “REV”  
and compare  
speaker level (switchable 80Hz or full range)  
speaker level  
speaker level  
Available Finish:  
Available Finish:  
Available Finish:  
black  
black  
black  
• Secure all wire and line level  
connections  
Hum from  
Subwoofer  
Dimensions:  
Dimensions:  
Dimensions:  
(includes binding posts & heat sinks)  
(includes binding posts & heat sinks)  
(includes binding posts & heat sinks)  
• Route all speaker and/or line level  
connections away from AC wires  
17 1/2"H x 15"W x 19"D  
444.5mmH x 381mmW x 482.6mmD  
15"H x 13 1/2"W x 18 1/2"D  
381mmH x 342.9mmW x 469.9mmD  
13"H x 11 1/2"W x 18 1/2"D  
330.2mmH x 292.1mmW x 469.9mmD  
Shipping Weight:  
Shipping Weight:  
Shipping Weight:  
• Check for bad RCA phono cable  
(hookup option 2,3,4)  
45lbs • 20.5kg  
40lbs • 18.2kg  
33lbs • 15kg  
*This specification conforms to Federal regula-  
tions regarding amplifier power ratings. For  
purposes of comparison, be certain that all  
power ratings conform to these stringent FTC  
regulations. Power ratings alone connot predict  
actual sound output. For this reason we also  
specify the calculated maximun sound output.  
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POLK AUDIO LIMITED WARRANTY  
Polk Audio, Inc., warrants to the original pur-  
chaser only that the Amplifier in this Polk  
Audio Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”)  
will be free from defects in material and  
workmanship for a period of three (3) years  
from the date of original retail purchase from  
a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer. Polk Audio,  
Inc., further warrants to the original purchas-  
er only that the Loudspeaker(s) in this  
Polk Audio Product (the “Product”) will be  
free from defects in material and workman-  
ship for a period of five (5) years from the  
date of original retail purchase from a Polk  
Audio Authorized Dealer.The original retail  
purchaser shall hereinafter be referred to as  
“you.” However, this Warranty will automati-  
cally terminate prior to the expiration if you  
sell or otherwise transfer the Product to any  
other party. The original retail purchaser  
shall hereinafter be referred to as “you.”  
To allow Polk Audio to offer the best possible  
warranty service, please fill out the Product  
Registration Card(s) and send it to the  
Factory, at the address provided on the  
Product Cards(s) within ten (10) days of  
the date of purchase.  
a reasonable time, freight prepaid.  
This warranty does not include service or  
parts to repair damage caused by accident,  
disaster, misuse, abuse, negligence, inade-  
quate packing or shipping procedures, com-  
mercial use, voltage inputs in excess of the  
rated maximum of the unit, cosmetic appear-  
ance of cabinetry not directly attributable  
to defect in materials or workmanship, or  
service, repair, or modification of the Product  
which has not been authorized or approved  
by Polk Audio. This warranty shall terminate  
if the Serial number on the Product has been  
removed, tampered with or defaced.  
This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed  
Warranties. If this Product is defective in  
materials or workmanship as warranted  
above, your sole remedy shall be repair or  
replacement as provided above. In no event  
will Polk Audio, Inc. be liable to you for any  
incidental or consequential damages arising  
out of the use or inability to use the Product,  
even if Polk Audio, Inc. or a Polk Audio  
Authorized Dealer has been advised of the  
possibility of such damages, or for any claim  
by any other party. Some states do not allow  
the exclusion or limitation of consequential  
damages, so the above limitation and exclu-  
sion may not apply to you.  
Defective Products must be shipped, together  
with proof of purchase, prepaid insured to the  
Polk Audio Authorized Dealer from whom you  
purchased the Product, or to the Factory at  
2550 Britannia Boulevard, Suite D, San  
Diego, California 92154. Products must be  
shipped in the original shipping container  
or its equivalent; in any case the risk of loss  
or damage in transit is to be borne by you.  
If upon examination at the Factory or Polk  
Audio Authorized Dealer it is determined that  
the unit was defective in materials or work-  
manship at any time during this Warranty  
period, Polk Audio or the Polk Audio  
Authorized Dealer will, at its option, repair or  
replace this Product at no additional charge,  
except as set forth below. All replaced parts  
and Products become the property of Polk  
Audio. Products replaced or repaired under  
this warranty will be returned to you, within  
All implied warranties on this Product are  
limited to the duration of this expressed  
Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation  
on how long an implied Warranty lasts, so the  
above limitations may not apply to you. This  
Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and  
you also may have other rights which vary  
from state to state.  
This Warranty applies only to Products pur-  
chased in the United States of America, its  
possessions, and U.S. and NATO armed forces  
exchanges and audio clubs. The Warranty  
terms and conditions applicable to Products  
purchased in other countries are available  
from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors  
in such countries.  
“Polk Audio,” “The Speaker Specialists,” “Signature Reference Theater” and “SRT”  
are trademarks of Britannia Investment Corporation used under license by Polk Audio Incorporated.  
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