SVS 946SPTBWAA Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter Owner’s Manual

: June 4, 2024
: SVS

Table of Contents

SVS 946SPTBWAA Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter
Speciﬁcations & Features
- What You Will Need
General Placement and Set-up Tips
Connection
Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver
FAQs and Troubleshooting
Warranty & Support
Share Your Thoughts
Safety Instructions
References
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SVS 946SPTBWAA Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter

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Thank you for choosing SVS!
Congratulations on bringing home the SVS SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter, the best solution available for eliminating subwoofer cable clutter without sacriﬁcing performance. Because it passes a full-range Left/Right stereo signal, you can also wirelessly connect stereo speakers, powered surround sound speakers, ampliﬁers, and any stereo audio component.

The SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter operates in the 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz and 5.8 GHz bands and is highly resistant to all forms of wireless interference from common household devices. Seamless switching between channels ensures your subwoofer, speakers or other audio components will remain connected in even the most congested wireless environments so you can always enjoy uninterrupted listening experiences.

Installation requires only a few simple steps. If you have questions about subwoofer or speaker placement, system optimization or installing the SVS SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter, please contact the SVS Sound Experts tech support 7-days-a-week.

Speciﬁcations & Features

Speciﬁcations	Receiver	Transmitter
Operating Voltage	Minimum power requirement: 4.75V @0.3ARF	Minimum power

Adapter Includes

Tri-Band Wireless Audio Transmitter
Tri-Band Wireless Audio Receiver
Mono RCA to RCA interconnect cable (x2)
USB A to the micro B power cable for the power adaptor (x2)
5V DC power adapter with USB A Connector (x2)
Velcro for securing devices (x2)

What You Will Need

Output device (subwoofer, powered speakers, or ampliﬁer)
The source device (AV receiver, surround processor, or 2-channel pre-amp with a subwoofer pre-out or L/R line level pre-out)

General Placement and Set-up Tips

Place the subwoofer, powered speaker or ampliﬁer at its intended location.
Try to maintain line-of-sight (no walls or solid barriers) between the transmitter and receiver for best results.
The receiver should be within 130 feet of the transmitter for best results.
Avoid placing the transmitter next to devices that could create signal interference, such as mobile phones, baby monitors, RF wireless phones, and Wi-Fi routers.

Connection

Connecting the Wireless Transmitter to an AV processor

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Connect the mono RCA cable to the subwoofer out or LFE channel of the AVR or pre-amp processor to the R/LFE input on the wireless transmitter.
Connect the USB A to Micro B cable to the wireless transmitter and the included 5 VDC power supply. You can also use an available USB charging port with an output of at least 5V @ 0.5A
If using the 5 VDC power supply, connect to a nearby power outlet.

Connecting the Wireless Transmitter to a 2-channel stereo pre-amp

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Connect a stereo RCA cable to the L and R line level pre-outs of the 2-channel stereo pre-amp and to L and R input on the wireless transmitter. – CABLE NOT SUPPLIED
Connect the USB A to Micro B cable to the wireless transmitter and the included 5 VDC power supply. You can also use an available USB charging port with an output of at least 5V @0.5A
If using the 5 VDC power supply, connect to a nearby power outlet.

Connecting the Wireless Receiver to your Subwoofer

Connect the mono RCA cable to the LFE input on the subwoofer and to the R/LFE output on the wireless receiver.
For 2-channel stereo pre-amp applications connect a stereo RCA cable to both the L and R subwoofer inputs and to the L and R outputs on the wireless receiver. – CABLE NOT SUPPLIED.
Connect the USB A to Micro B cable to the wireless receiver and the 5 VDC power supply.
If using an SVS subwoofer with a SoundPath Wireless Audio Adapter power output, you can connect the USB A to Micro B cable to the wireless receiver and directly to the rear panel of the SVS subwoofer.

Connecting the Wireless Receiver to Power Ampliﬁers or Powered Speakers

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For 2-channel applications connect the stereo RCA cable to the L and R inputs on the stereo ampliﬁer or powered speaker inputs and to the L and R outputs on the wireless receiver – CABLE NOT INCLUDED
Connect the USB A to Micro B cable to the wireless receiver and the 5 VDC power supply.
Connect the 5 VDC power supply to a nearby outlet.

Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver

The transmitter and receiver are synched at the time of manufacture and will pair automatically when connected and powered on.
The successful pairing will be indicated by a steady blue light on the transmitter and receiver.
A slow ﬂashing light indicates the units are not paired. To repair the units, perform the following actions:
- Once your transmitter and your receiver are connected and powered on, press and hold the PAIR button located on the back of the transmitter until the blue LED light located on the top of the unit ﬂashes quickly.
- Within 30 seconds, press and hold the PAIR button located on the back of the receiver.
- When your transmitter and receiver are paired, the wireless status lights on the top of both units will turn solid blue.
- Your SVS SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter transmitter and receiver are now set up and ready to use.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

Does my AV processor correct for the latency (time delay) of the wireless unit?
Yes, this will be reﬂected in a longer than normal subwoofer distance, as shown under the set-up section of the AV processor. An additional 14 to 20 feet (beyond the actual subwoofer distance) is normal.

I keep hearing interference artifacts or experiencing signal drop-outs – how can I correct for this?
Always try to keep a line of sight between the transmitter and receiver units with no hard barriers or walls between them. Avoid placing other wireless devices near the units like wireless phones, mobile phones, WIFI routers, baby monitors, etc.

My SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter is connected and plugged in, but doesn’t seem to be working.
Verify that the LED status lights on the Transmitter and Receiver are illuminated. If either of them are oﬀ, it might not be receiving power. Make sure there is no visible damage to the power cable or USB connectors, and check to be sure both are plugged into functioning electrical outlets. Both Transmitter and Receiver need to have constant power to function properly.

Warranty & Support

5-YEAR UNCONDITIONAL WARRANTY
SVS oﬀers the industry’s most comprehensive warranty on all our products. SVS warrants the SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter and all products to be free from defects in the workmanship for 5 years from the date of purchase.
This and all the SVS customer Bill of Rights can be viewed online at: www.svsound.com/bill-of-rights.

SVS Sound Experts are standing by Monday to Friday from 9 AM-9 PM ET, Saturday from
12 PM-6 PM, and Sunday from 12 PM-4 PM to assist you with set-up, optimization, and any questions you have about the SoundPath Tri-Band Wireless Audio Adapter. They can be reached by phone, email or chat via the options below. custservice@svsound.com | 877.626.5623 | www.svsound.com.

Safety Instructions

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of any polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two prongs and a third grounding point. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the receptacle.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

The lightning ﬂash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suﬃcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance {servicing) instructions in the literature companying the product. The equipment is a Class II or double-insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to the electrical earth.

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