KEF KW1 TX RX System Wireless Subwoofer Adapter User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- KEF
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Inside the box
- Controls and Connections
- Controls and Connections
- Connection to LINE IN from a preamp or receiver
- Connection to LINE IN from LS50W/LSX
- Pairing Transmitter and Receiver with Channel Selection
- Pairing a Second Receiver with Channel Selection
- LED Indicators (Transmitter/ Receiver)
- Specifications
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
User Manual
KW1 TX/RX System
Wireless Subwoofer Adapter
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing KEF KW1 TX/RX System Wireless Subwoofer Adapter.
We are confident that your KW1 TX/RX will provide reliable, high performance
sound for many years to come. Please read this manual fully before you attempt
any connection to the KW1 TX/RX.
Inside the box
Contents vary by region.
Controls and Connections
Controls and Connections
- Transmitter PAIR button
- Transmitter LED indicator
- Line in
- Micro USB power in
- Receiver PAIR button
- Receiver LED indicator
- Subwoofer expansion port input .
Connection to LINE IN from a preamp or receiver
Transmitter
Connection to LINE IN from LS50W/LSX
Transmitter
Pairing Transmitter and Receiver with Channel Selection
The Transmitter and Receiver are automatically paired at the factory. Both
LEDs should be solid blue when powered on.
If you experience any interference, or the LEDs are flashing, follow these
steps to re-pair:
- Short press the ‘PAIR’ button on the Transmitter and Receiver to toggle between the 5.2GHz (blinking green LED) and 5.8GHz (blinking blue LED) channels.
- Ensure both the Transmitter and Receiver show the same LED colour.
- Long press ‘PAIR’ button on both units to confirm the channel selection.
- Successful pairing is indicated by a solid green/blue LED on both the Transmitter and Receiver.
Pairing a Second Receiver with Channel Selection
- Short press the ‘PAIR’ button on the second Receiver to toggle between the 5.2GHz (blinking green LED) and 5.8GHz (blinking blue LED) channels. \
- Ensure both the Transmitter and the second Receiver show the same LED colour.
- Long press ‘PAIR’ button on both Transmitter and the second Receiver to confirm the channel selection.
- Successful pairing is indicated by a solid green/blue LED on both the Transmitter and Receiver.
LED Indicators (Transmitter/ Receiver)
| Colour | Channel |
|---|---|
| Blue | 5.8GHz |
| Green | 5.2GHz |
| LED Status – Transmitter | LED Status – Receiver |
| --- | --- |
| Pattern | Status |
| Flashing LED (slow) | Transmitter is searching for a Receiver |
searching for a Receiver
Flashing LED (quick)| Transmitter is ready to connect a new Receiver|
Transmitter is ready to connect a new Receiver
Solid LED| Transmitter is connected to a Receiver| Transmitter is connected to
a Receiver
Specifications
| Model | KW1 |
|---|---|
| Radio Frequency | 5.2GHz and 5.8GHz |
| Sampling Rate | 24bit, 48KHz |
| Latency | <17ms |
| Link Distance | Max 100 ft (Line of sight) |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz – 20kHz |
| Signal-to-noise Ratio | >80dB |
| Transmitter Power Input | 5V DC 1A |
| Audio Output Level | 2V |
| Transmitter Input Level | 2V |
| Total harmonic distortion | typ.-90 dB |
| Radio Frequency Output Power | 5150-5250MHz ≤ 2dBm 5725-5850MHz ≤ 7dBm |
| Dimension H x W x D Transmitter Receiver | 21.4 x 72 x 79.5mm 27 x 37 x 72mm |
KEF reserves the right, in line with continuing research and development, to amend or change specifications. E&OE.
SOUND BY KEF, MAIDSTONE, U.K.
GP Acoustics (UK) Limited
Eccleston Road, Tovil, Maidstone
Kent ME 15 6QP UK
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Issue 1: 05.2020
References
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