Pyle PSS8 High Power Stereo Speaker Selector User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Pyle
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Pyle PSS8 High Power Stereo Speaker Selector
Read all documentation carefully before operating the equipment. Retain this manual for future reference.
Congratulations on purchasing the PSS88 Channel High Power Stereo Speaker Selector. It lets you connect up to eight separate pairs of speakers to your stereo receiver/amplifier. The control center is especially convenient if you have speaker sets in different rooms and want to turn them on and off independently. You can enjoy the convenience and flexibility of listening to multiple speaker pairs simultaneously.
The control center lets you use one to eight sets of speakers at a time, and is designed to operate with a stereo receiver/amplifier that has a maximum of 100 watts per channel, and with speaker systems that have a minimum impedance of 8 ohms (see “Impedance Chart” on page 5)
PREPARATIONS
- Use the PYLE PRO Speaker Selectors only with amplifiers rated at 100 watts per channel or less.
- Your PYLE PRO Speaker Selector is designed to accept any size cable up to 14 gauge non-terminated speaker wire. If you’re using a non-terminated speaker wire, do not use any speaker wire that is larger than 14 gauge. The lower the gauge number, the larger the cable (e.g., 12 gauge is larger in actual physical size than 14 gauge).
- Do not hook the outputs of one selector into the inputs of another speaker selector together.
MAKING THE CONNECTIONS
The control center divides the power from your receiver/amplifier differently to its speaker terminals. (This is especially noticeable when you connect only one pair of speakers. If you connect more than one pair of speakers, see “Impedance Chart” on page 5 to select the best terminals to connect.) For the best performance, make the connections based on how frequently you use each set of speakers.
Cautions:
To avoid damaging your speakers or receiver/amplifier:
- Be sure your receiver/amplifier’s power is turned off before you make the connections.
- Never let the speaker wire’s bare ends touch each other or the adjacent terminals on the control center.
- Do not connect more than one pair of speakers to each set of terminals.
Press open the desired SPK terminals on the control center. Insert the speakers’ positive (+) wires in the positive (red) terminals, and negative (-) wires into the negative (black) terminals, according to the respective L (left) and R (right) terminals. Then press the tabs to close them.
Press open the AMP terminals on the control center, then insert your receiver/amplifier’s positive (+) wires into the positive (red) terminals, and negative (-) wires in the negative (black) terminals. Then press the tabs to close them.
Notes:
- If your receiver/amplifier has more than one set of speaker terminals (A and B), connect only one or the other to the control center.
- For the best results, we recommend a 14-gauge, two-conductor speaker wire (not supplied) for most connections. If you plan to locate the speakers further than 80 feet from the control center, use a heavier gauge of wire.
OPERATION
Cautions:
- To avoid damaging your receiver/amplifier, set its volume to the lowest setting before changing the control center’s settings.
- To turn on a pair of speakers connected to the control center, simply press the desired button. For example, to turn on the set of speakers connected to SPKA, press A.
- To turn off a pair of speakers, press the button again so it is in the “out” position.
Note:
If no speakers are connected to a set of terminals, do not press the
corresponding control button.
IMPEDANCE CHART
Impedance is a measurement of the load placed on your receiver/amplifier by the speakers. The load placed on your receiver/amplifier from the control center will vary depending on how many pairs of speakers you turn ON at one time, and on which speakers you turn ON. The chart below shows the impedance for all possible combinations of 8-ohm speakers.
| Speaker Sets | On | Impedance | (Q) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H | 8 |
A+B,A+C,A+D,A+E,A+F,A+G A+H,B+C,B+D,B+E,B+F,B+G B+H,C+D,C+E,C+F,C+G,C+H D+E,D+F,D+G,D+H,E+F,E+G E+H,F+G,F+H,G+H|
4
A+B+C,A+C+D,A+D+E,A+E+F A+F+G,A+G+H,B+C+D,B+D+E B+E+F,B+F+G,B+G+H,C+D+E C+E+F,C+F+G,C+G+H,C+H+A C+H+B,D+E+F,D+F+G,D+G+H D+H+A,D+H+B,E+F+G,E+G+H E+H+A,E+A+B,E+B+C,F+G+H F+H+A,F+A+B,F+B+C,F+D+E G+H+A,G+B+C,G+C+D,G+D+E G+E+F,H+A+B,H+B+C,H+C+D H+D+E,H+E+F,H+F+G|
3
A+B+C+D,A+C+D+E,A+D+E+F A+E+F+G,A+F+G+H,B+C+D+E B+D+E+F,B+E+F+G,B+F+G+H A+B+G+H, A+B+C+H,C +D+E+F C+E+F+G,C+F+G+H,A+C+G+H D+E+F+G,D+F+G+H,A+D+G+H A+B+D+H,E+F+G+H,A+E+G+H A+B+E+H,A+B+C+E,A+B+F+H A+B+E+F,B+C+D+F,A+B+C+G C+D+E+G,B+C+D+H,C+D+E+H D+E+F+H|
2.4
A+B+C+D+E,A+C+D+E+F A+D+E+F+G,A+E+F+G+H B+C+D+E+F,B+D+E+F+G B+E+F+G+H,A+B+F+G+H C+D+E+F+G,C+E+F+G+H A+C+F+G+H,A+B+C+G+H D+E+F+G+H,A+D+F+G+H A+B+D+G+H,A+B+C+D+H
A+B+E+G+H,A+B+C+E+H
|
2
---|---
A+B+C+D+E+F,A+C+D+E+F+G A+D+E+F+G+H,A+B+E+F+G+H A+B+C+F+G+H,A+B+C+D+G+H
A+B+C+D+E+H
|
1.8
A+B+C+D+E+F+G A+C+D+E+F+G+H A+B+D+E+F+G+H A+B+C+E+F+G+H A+B+C+D+F+G+H A+B+C+D+E+G+H
A+B+C+D+E+F+H
|
1.5
A+B+C+D+E+F+G+H| 1.4
Features
- Multi-Channel High-Powered Amplifier
- Individual Speaker Volume Control
- Support Two Stereo Amplifiers
- Rugged & Durable Housing Construction, Cabinet Heatsink
- Control Powered 8-Channel Amplifier
- Plug and Play Easy Install
- Up To 8 Separate Speakers Pair To Your Stereo System.
- Accepts Speaker Wires Up To 14-Gauge.
- Handles 100 Watts Per Channel With Speaker Systems That Have A Minimum
- Protection Circuitry Keeps It Running Smoothly
What’s in the Box
- Power Stereo Speaker Selector
Technical Specs
- Power Output: 8 x 25 Watts
- Minimum Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20KHz
- Speaker Terminal Wire Size: 14-22 gauge
- Max. Amplifier Input: 100W RMS, 150W AVG
- Max. Output per Speaker: 18W RMS, 50W AVG
- Dimensions 12.8” X 2.04” X 6.12” -inches
This product can expose you to a chemical or group of chemicals, which may include ”Nickel Carbonate” which is known in the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more info, go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/.
Questions? Issues?
We are here to help!
- Phone: (1) 718-535-1800
- Email: support@pyleusa.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Pyle PSS8 High Power Stereo Speaker Selector?
The Pyle PSS8 High Power Stereo Speaker Selector is a device that allows you to connect multiple pairs of speakers to a single stereo amplifier or receiver, and select which speakers are active at a given time.
How many speaker pairs can the Pyle PSS8 support?
The Pyle PSS8 can support up to 8 pairs of speakers.
Can I connect different types of speakers to the Pyle PSS8?
Yes, you can connect different types of speakers, including bookshelf speakers, in-ceiling speakers, or outdoor speakers, to the Pyle PSS8 as long as they have compatible speaker wire connections.
Does the Pyle PSS8 require external power?
No, the Pyle PSS8 does not require external power. It operates passively, using the power from the amplifier or receiver to which it is connected.
Can I control the volume of each speaker pair individually with the Pyle PSS8?
No, the Pyle PSS8 does not have individual volume control for each speaker pair. The volume is controlled by the amplifier or receiver.
Does the Pyle PSS8 have protection circuits to prevent damage to the amplifier?
Yes, the Pyle PSS8 includes protection circuits, such as impedance matching, to ensure that the amplifier or receiver remains safe and stable when multiple speaker pairs are connected.
Can I use the Pyle PSS8 with amplifiers of different power ratings?
Yes, the Pyle PSS8 is designed to work with amplifiers or receivers of different power ratings. However, it is important to ensure that the total impedance of the connected speakers does not fall below the amplifier's recommended minimum.
Does the Pyle PSS8 support bi-wiring or bi-amping configurations?
No, the Pyle PSS8 does not support bi-wiring or bi-amping configurations. It is a simple speaker selector that allows you to switch between different speaker pairs.
Can I connect the Pyle PSS8 to an AV receiver?
Yes, you can connect the Pyle PSS8 to an AV receiver as long as it has a dedicated speaker wire output for the main left and right channels.
Is the Pyle PSS8 suitable for outdoor use?
The Pyle PSS8 is not specifically designed for outdoor use. However, if you protect it from the elements and ensure proper wiring connections, it can be used in outdoor speaker setups.
Can I use the Pyle PSS8 with a multi-room audio system?
Yes, the Pyle PSS8 can be used with a multi-room audio system, allowing you to distribute audio to different speaker pairs in different rooms.
Does the Pyle PSS8 support impedance matching?
Yes, the Pyle PSS8 includes impedance matching to maintain a stable load on the amplifier or receiver, preventing excessive heat and potential damage.
Can I use banana plugs with the Pyle PSS8?
Yes, the Pyle PSS8 has speaker wire connection terminals that can accept bare wire, spade connectors, or banana plugs for easy installation.
Does the Pyle PSS8 support 4-ohm or 8-ohm speakers?
The Pyle PSS8 supports both 4-ohm and 8-ohm speakers. The impedance matching feature helps ensure proper compatibility.
Can I connect the Pyle PSS8 in series or parallel configurations?
The Pyle PSS8 is designed for connecting speakers in parallel configurations. Series connections are not recommended as they can affect impedance matching.
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