User manual TAPCO S5

[. . . ] Damage Requiring Service -- This product should be serviced only by qualified service personnel when: A. This product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. Servicing -- The user should not attempt to service this product beyond those means described in this operating manual. All other servicing should be referred to the Tapco Service Department. [. . . ] See the "Troubleshooting" section on page 11 for information about replacing the fuse. 11 4. LOW FREQ Switch The LOW FREQ switch tailors the overall low-frequency response by +2 dB or +4 dB at 65 Hz. · For most applications, use the "0 (NORMAL)" setting. · If you want or need just a little extra lowfrequency output, use the +2 dB setting. · If you want or need more lowfrequency output, use the +4 dB setting. Remember how things work in reverse, so boosting the deep bass content on playback may actually decrease it in the final mix. 8. Bass Reflex Port A bass reflex system uses the radiation from the rear of the woofer cone to extend the lowfrequency response of the speaker. The size of the port is carefully designed with respect to the volume of the cabinet and the characteristics of the woofer to produce lowfrequency extension. 9. Heatsink The heatsink is designed to dissipate the heat generated by the built-in power amplifiers. The S·5 uses convection cooling, where cool air flows through the fins of the heatsink and carries the heat away. Make sure there is at least six inches clearance between the back of the S·5 monitors and the wall. 5. AC SELECT Set this switch to the correct voltage setting for the country you are in, 115 VAC or 230 VAC. Note: The S·5s are shipped with the AC SELECT switch set to the 230 VAC position. If you are in a country that uses 100-120 VAC, set the switch to the 115 VAC position and replace the fuse (located in the IEC socket) with the 1. 6 A fuse included in the accessory bag. See the "Troubleshooting" section on page 11 for instructions on replacing the fuse. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION 10. Power LED This illuminates when the POWER switch is turned on and AC power is available at the line cord socket. 11. Clip LED This LED illuminates just before the low-frequency amplifier reaches its maximum output and begins to clip. · Occasional blinking of the Clip LED indicates that the loudest transients are reaching the maximum output capability of the amplifier. · Frequent or continuous blinking of the Clip LED indicates that you have exceeded the maximum output capability of the amplifier and that the amplifier is clipping. You should reduce the level from your signal source until the Clip LED blinks occasionally or not at all. 6. Line Cord Socket and Fuse Connect the line cord to this IEC socket securely, and plug the other end into your AC outlet. Make sure the AC SELECT switch is set to the correct AC voltage. 9 Protection Circuits There are several protection mechanisms designed into the S·5 to safeguard the loudspeakers and amplifiers from inadvertent damage. [. . . ] If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship, or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period, Mackie, at its option, will repair or replace the product. This warranty applies only to equipment sold and delivered within the U. S. Service and repairs of TAPCO products are to be performed only at the factory, or a factoryauthorized service center. Unauthorized service, repairs, or modification will void this warranty. [. . . ]