1. Introducció
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Focal 100IWSUB8 High Power Passive Bass-Reflex Subwoofer and its accompanying 100 IWSUB8 Amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate the system to ensure proper function and safety.
2. Instruccions de seguretat
Observe the following safety precautions to prevent damage to the equipment or personal injury:
- Font d'alimentació: Assegureu-vos el amplifier is connected to a power outlet with the correct voltage (100-120V~60Hz or 220-230V~50Hz) as specified on the unit.
- Ventilació: Do not block ventilation openings. Ensure adequate airflow around the amplificador per evitar el sobreescalfament.
- Humitat: Do not expose the unit to water, rain, or excessive humidity.
- Col·locació: Instal·leu el subwoofer i amplifier in a stable location, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and strong vibrations.
- Manteniment: No intenteu fer el manteniment de la unitat vosaltres mateixos. Encarregueu totes les tasques de manteniment a personal qualificat.
- Cablejat: Ensure all wiring connections are secure and correct before powering on the system.
3. Contingut del paquet
Verifiqueu que tots els components siguin presents al paquet:
- Focal 100IWSUB8 Passive Bass-Reflex Subwoofer
- Focal 100 IWSUB8 Ampmés viu
- Pro baixfile magnetic grille
- Cable d'alimentació IEC desmuntable
- Maquinari de muntatge (si escau)
4. Configuració i instal·lació
4.1 Instal·lació del subwoofer
The Focal 100IWSUB8 is designed for in-wall installation, fitting within standard 16-inch on-center (OC) joists. Its shallow depth (3 3/8 inches or 86mm) allows for discreet integration.
- Selecció d'ubicació: Choose a suitable in-wall location, ensuring there are no obstructions (electrical wires, plumbing) behind the drywall. The subwoofer requires a cut-out dimension of 13 7/8 x 5 13/16 inches (352 x 1,300mm).
- Preparació de l'obertura: Carefully cut the opening in the wall according to the specified dimensions.
- Cablejat: Executeu el cable de l'altaveu des del amplifier location to the subwoofer opening. Ensure proper polarity.
- Muntatge: Insert the subwoofer into the opening. Secure it using the provided mounting hardware. The subwoofer features an 8-inch Polyglass speaker driver and a front vent designed for no-noise operation.
- Grille Attachment: Once the subwoofer is securely installed, attach the low-profile magnetic grille. The grille is paint-ready, allowing it to blend seamlessly with your wall color.
4.2 AmpConnexió més viva
The Focal 100 IWSUB8 Amplifier is designed to power the 100IWSUB8 subwoofer. It can drive up to two 100IWSUB8 subwoofers connected in parallel.
- Col·locació: Col·loca el amplifier in a well-ventilated area, preferably in an equipment rack or on a stable surface.
- Connexió de l'altaveu: Connect the speaker wire(s) from the subwoofer(s) to the 'SPEAKER OUTPUT' terminals on the rear of the amplificador. Assegureu-vos de la polaritat correcta (+ a + i - a -). El amplifier supports a minimum load of 4 ohms.
- Entrada d'àudio: Connect your audio source (e.g., AV receiver's LFE output, or Line In L/R) to the 'INPUT' section on the amplifier's rear panel.
- Connexió d'alimentació: Connect the detachable IEC power cord to the amplifier and then to a suitable wall outlet.
5. Instruccions de funcionament
5.1 AmpControls més vius
The front panel of the 100 IWSUB8 Amplifier features several controls for fine-tuning the subwoofer's performance:
- Crossover: Adjusts the upper frequency limit of the subwoofer. This should be set to blend smoothly with your main speakers. The range is typically 40Hz to 160Hz.
- Fase: Allows adjustment of the subwoofer's phase (0° or 180°) to ensure it is in phase with your main speakers, preventing cancellation at the crossover frequency.
- Volum: Controls the output level of the subwoofer. Adjust this to achieve a balanced sound with your main speakers.
- Auto/On/Off: El amplifier features an auto-sensing power mode. In 'Auto' mode, the amplifier will turn on when an audio signal is detected and enter standby after a period of inactivity. 'On' keeps the amplifier continuously active, and 'Off' powers it down.
- Indicador d'estat: An LED light indicates the operational status of the amplifier (e.g., power on, standby, protection mode).
5.2 Connexions d'entrada i sortida
El panell posterior proporciona les connexions següents:
- Entrada LFE: For connecting to the Low-Frequency Effects output of an AV receiver.
- Line In L/R: For connecting to stereo line-level outputs from an audio source.
- Line Out L/R: Provides a pass-through for the input signal to connect to other audio components.
- Subwoofer Power Output (Speaker Terminal): Connects directly to the passive 100IWSUB8 subwoofer(s).
6. Manteniment
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Focal subwoofer and amplificador, seguiu aquestes pautes de manteniment:
- Neteja: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the surfaces of the amplifier and subwoofer grille. Avoid using abrasive cleaners, solvents, or chemical sprays.
- Pols: Reduir la pols regularment amplifier's ventilation openings to prevent dust buildup, which can impede cooling.
- Connexions: Comproveu periòdicament totes les connexions dels cables per assegurar-vos que estiguin ben fixades i que no presentin corrosió.
- Medi ambient: Maintain a stable room temperature and humidity level. Avoid extreme temperatures or sudden changes.
7. Solució De Problemes
If you encounter issues with your Focal subwoofer system, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
- Sense so:
- Comproveu si el amplifier is powered on and the status indicator is active.
- Verify all audio input and speaker output connections are secure and correctly wired.
- Ensure the volume control on the amplifier is not set to minimum.
- Check the audio source for proper output.
- So distorsionat:
- Baixeu el nivell de volum de la amplifier or your audio source.
- Check speaker wire connections for shorts or loose strands.
- Ensure the subwoofer is not overdriven.
- Soroll de brunzit o brunzit:
- Ensure all components are properly grounded.
- Intenta connectar el amplifier to a different power outlet.
- Comproveu si hi ha interferències d'altres dispositius electrònics.
- Ampsobreescalfament del lificador:
- Assegureu-vos una ventilació adequada al voltant ampmés viu.
- Reduce the operating volume.
- Check if the speaker load is within the amplifier's specifications (minimum 4 ohms).
If these steps do not resolve the issue, contact Focal customer support or a qualified service technician.
8. Especificacions
8.1 Focal 100IWSUB8 Passive Bass-Reflex Subwoofer
| Altaveus | 8" (21cm) Polyglass Woofer |
| Sensibilitat (2.83 V/1 m) | 89 dB |
| Ample de banda (+/-3 dB) | 34-140 Hz |
| Freqüència de tall (-6dB) | 30 Hz |
| Impedància nominal | 8Ω |
| Recomanat amp power Max | 200 W / 4Ω |
| Dimensions (AxPxA) | 13 7/8 x 3 7/8 x 5 13/16" (352 x 98 x 1,300mm) |
| Cut-out dimensions (WxH) | 13 7/8 x 5 13/16" (352 x 1,300mm) |
| Profunditat des de la paret | 3 3/8" (86 mm) |
| Pes net | 32.3 lliures (14.6 kg) |
8.2 Focal 100 IWSUB8 Ampmés viu
| Power (continuous) Max | 200W, 150W continuous (4Ω) |
| Càrrega mínima | 4Ω |
| Voltage gamma | 100-120V~60Hz / 220-230V~50Hz |
| Consum d'energia | 150W |
| Consum d’energia en espera | 0.5W |
| Ample de banda | 20-250 Hz |
| Filtre subsònic | 18dB/oct. |
| Entrades | LFE, Line in L/R |
| Sortides | Line out L/R and subwoofer power output on speaker terminal |
| Cordó | Cable d'alimentació IEC desmuntable |
| Protecció | Dynamic power control, thermal protection, short circuit, fuse, and over-current protection |
| Dimensions (AxAxP) | 1 3/4 (2 1/16 with stands) x 16 7/8 (19 with brackets) x 10 1/8" [44.5 x 429 x 257mm] |
| Pes net | 6.8 lliures (3.1 kg) |
9. Informació de la garantia
The Focal 100IWSUB8 Subwoofer and 100 IWSUB8 Amplifier come with a limited warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Focal weblloc web per obtenir els termes i condicions detallats sobre la cobertura, la durada i els procediments de reclamació.
10. Suport i contacte
For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or warranty inquiries, please contact Focal customer support. Contact information can typically be found on the official Focal weblloc web o a l'embalatge del producte.
