1. Introducció
This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective installation, operation, and maintenance of your Herdio HOS-401W 4-inch Passive Indoor/Outdoor Speakers. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product and retain it for future reference.
2. Informació de seguretat
- Ensure all electrical connections are made by a qualified professional to prevent electrical shock or damage.
- Do not expose speakers to extreme temperatures or direct water submersion, despite their weather-resistant design.
- Mount speakers securely to prevent them from falling and causing injury or damage.
- Use only specified wiring and power sources.
3. Contingut del paquet
Verifiqueu que tots els elements que s'enumeren a continuació s'inclouen al vostre paquet:
- 2 x Herdio HOS-401W Passive Speakers
- 2 x Brackets de muntatge
- 2 x Speaker Wires (16.4 feet / 5 meters)
- Mounting Screws and Knobs
- Manual del propietari
Figure 3.1: Package contents showing two speakers, speaker wires, and mounting accessories.
4. Configuració i instal·lació
4.1 Speaker Overview
Figure 4.1: Internal components of the 2-way passive speaker, highlighting the 1-inch tweeter and 4-inch woofer.
The Herdio HOS-401W speakers are passive, meaning they require an external amplifier for operation. Each speaker features a 1-inch PET dome tweeter and a 4-inch bass woofer for full-range sound reproduction.
4.2 Muntatge dels altaveus
The speakers come with versatile swivel brackets for flexible placement. These brackets allow for a 120-degree range of motion and the speaker face can rotate up to 90 degrees.
- Choose a suitable mounting location (wall, deck, patio, etc.). Ensure the surface is sturdy enough to support the speaker's weight.
- Attach the mounting bracket to the desired surface using the provided screws.
- Secure the speaker to the bracket using the included knobs, allowing for angle adjustment.
Figure 4.2: Illustration of securing the mounting bracket to a wall.
Figure 4.3: Swivel bracket flexibility for optimal sound direction.
4.3 Cablejat dels altaveus
These passive speakers require connection to an external amplifier. Use the provided speaker wires to connect the speakers to your ampmés viu.
- Identify the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals on both the speaker and your ampmés viu.
- Connect the red wire to the red terminal and the black wire to the black terminal on both the speaker and the amplificador. Assegureu-vos que la connexió sigui segura.
- For a stereo setup, connect one speaker to the left channel output of your amplifier and the other to the right channel output.
- For daisy-chaining multiple passive speakers (if supported by your amplifier and speaker model), refer to the ampmanual del lificador per obtenir instruccions específiques.
Figure 4.4: Wiring diagram for connecting passive speakers to an external ampmés viu.
Video 4.1: Detailed guide on mounting and wiring the Herdio 4-inch outdoor speakers.
5. Instruccions de funcionament
Once properly installed and connected to an amplifier, your Herdio HOS-401W speakers are ready for use.
- Encès: Turn on your external amplifier. The speakers will receive power and audio signals from the ampmés viu.
- Font d'àudio: Select your desired audio source (e.g., Bluetooth, AUX, USB) on your amplificador. Si el teu amplifier has Bluetooth, pair your device with the ampmés viu.
- Control de volum: Adjust the volume using the controls on your amplifier or connected audio source.
- Direcció del so: Adjust the speaker's angle using the swivel brackets to optimize sound projection for your listening area.
6. Manteniment
To ensure longevity and optimal performance of your speakers:
- Neteja: Wipe the speaker cabinets with a soft, damp tela. Eviteu utilitzar productes químics aggressivs o netejadors abrasius.
- Protecció meteorològica: While designed for indoor/outdoor use and featuring a weatherproof ABS cabinet, it is recommended to install them in covered areas (e.g., under a patio, covered deck) to extend their lifespan and protect them from direct, prolonged exposure to severe weather conditions.
- Comprovació de la connexió: Reviseu periòdicament totes les connexions del cablejat per assegurar-vos que estiguin ben fixades i sense corrosió.
Figure 6.1: The speaker's all-weather resistant coating protects against elements.
7. Solució De Problemes
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| No hi ha so dels altaveus | Sense poder amplificador; cablejat incorrecte; amplifier input not selected; low volume. | Assegureu-vos amplifier is powered on. Check all speaker wire connections (positive to positive, negative to negative). Select correct input on amplifier. Increase volume on amplificador i font d'àudio. |
| So distorsionat | Volume too high; poor audio source quality; damaged speaker wire. | Reduce volume. Test with a different audio source. Inspect speaker wires for damage and replace if necessary. |
| Un altaveu no funciona | Loose or incorrect wiring for that speaker; faulty speaker. | Check wiring for the non-working speaker. Swap speakers to determine if the issue is with the speaker or the wiring/ampcanal lifier. |
8. Especificacions
| Característica | Detall |
|---|---|
| Nom del model | HOS-401W |
| Tipus d'altaveu | Passive Indoor/Outdoor |
| Mida de l'altaveu | 4 Inches (Woofer), 1 Inch (Tweeter) |
| Potència de sortida màxima | 200 watts (per parell) |
| Resposta de freqüència | 20 KHz (Upper limit, typical range is wider) |
| Tecnologia de connectivitat | Amb cable |
| Material | Acrilonitril butadiè estirè (ABS) |
| Nivell de resistència a l'aigua | Impermeable |
| Dimensions del producte (P x A x A) | 5.67" x 8.62" x 6.62" (144 mm x 219 mm x 159 mm) |
| Pes de l'article | 7.92 lliures (3.6 quilograms) |
| Nombre d'articles | 2 (Parell) |
Figure 8.1: Product dimensions of the Herdio HOS-401W speaker.
9. Garantia i Suport
Herdio products come with a limited warranty. For specific warranty details, product support, or technical assistance, please refer to the official Herdio website or contact customer service directly. Contact information can typically be found in the product packaging or on the manufacturer's weblloc.
Assistència en línia: Visita www.herdiotech.com per a preguntes freqüents i recursos addicionals.
