SKU: OSD-SSVC2
OSD SSVC22x Zone 2x Source (Master A/B) Speaker Selector w/ 300W Volume Control, Impedance Protection
The SSVC2 is low-profile table top volume controls with individual A/B input selectors for each listening zone. The SVC300, a 300 watt autoformer volume control is utilized in each SSVC for uncompromised sound quality and performance. The spring-loaded guillotine-style push terminals accept up to 14 gauge cable. The SSVC's feature 16 gauge steel construction with our durable black wrinkle powder coating and gray silk-screening. The 8.5" chassis width of the SSVC2 or SSVC1 combines with other 8.5" wide OSD components to make a standard 17" wide unit.
Features:
- Dual source speaker selector that distributes audio from a high current amplifier to up to two pairs of speakers or two separate zones
- Includes individual volume control knobs to raise or lower the volume of each listening zone
- Front-mounted master A/B switch lets you turn sources either on or off
- Play one pair, or a combination of pairs, and adjust the volume to suit each zone
- Impedance protection allows a single amplifier to safely power several pairs of speakers
- Autoformer-based operates more efficiently than resistor-based selectors
- Compact table top design or fits inside cabinets
- Two individual zone on/off slotted buttons for easy labeling
- Removable input/output connectors provide hassle-free hook-up
- Compatible with all high-current amplifiers up to 300W
- Accepts up to 14-gauge speaker cable
- High quality metal construction
Impedance-Matching Protection Safeguards Amplifiers
To help protect expensive audio equipment, this 6-zone high-power speaker selector includes impedance-matching frequency protection circuitry that reduces subsonic signals so you can safely drive multiple pairs of speakers without going below the amp's impedance ratings which can cause it to overheat or shut down.
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- Speaker Selector Type: 2 Zone Dual Source w/ Volume Control
- # of Zones or Speaker Pairs: 2
- Dual Source w/ Independent A/B Switch Per Zone
- Impedance Protection: Yes
- Speaker Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Impedance-matching Frequency Protection Circuitry
- Maximum Operating Range: 300W
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
- Input Source: Up to 2 Amplifiers or Receivers
- Input/ Output Connector Type: Spring-loaded Guillotine-style Push Terminals
- Wiring Requirement: Up to 14 Gauge Wire
- Internal Jumper Settings: 1x, 2x, 4x, and 8x
- Autoformer-based Operates More Efficiently Than Transformer-based
- Dimensions (L x H x D): 8.5" x 2.5" x 6.25"
- Weight: 5 lbs
- Warranty: 2 Years
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Alex • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I currently have a pioneer av receiver model VSX-821. It's only connected to 2 Yamaha outdoor speakers(8 ohms) at the moment on the Front L & R. I'd like to purchase an in-wall center channel speaker to place inside(kitchen), but I want to control the volume level individually on these 2 speakers. Will this selector work for my configuration? Also, any suggestions on which in wall speaker to get? I'm a little new to all of this, but I basically need to have the best sound output simultaneously on all 3 speakers. Is there a better way to connect to my receiver? Thanks!
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Alex:
I am assuming you are using this as just a stereo Receiver so yes there is a better way. Your Receiver can be set to stereo output and you can use Speaker A for your Yamaha outdoor speakers outside and then connect a pair of speakers to Speaker B output for your Kitchen. Then your choice of speakers comes down to accessibility in your kitchen whether in -wall or in-ceiling. In either case you will be running wires from your receiver. Usually in a retro fit or installation on finished walls/ceiling the ceiling is usually the more accessible and most acceptable if your dealing with Wife Acceptance factor. I would recommend using something like our Pro series ICE-840 (8") or ICE-640 if you have less room. Note if you have only space for a single speaker in the Kitchen you can go with a ICE-840TT which takes a stereo right and left (+/-) input and sums the speaker into Stereo/Mono.
Note: Go to page 12 of your Pioneer VSX-821 owners manual (available on line if you don't have it) and look at the first column, it will describe the connection for Stereo and Stereo ALC mode. You will be able to select either speaker A, speaker B or A and B (button on front panel or with your remote). The limitation is you will not be able to control the volume separately. To do that you would use the SSVC2 but only connect the speaker A output to the Input A of the SSVC2. Then connect the Yamaha pair to Zone 1 output and the Kitchen speakers/speaker to Zone 2.
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Danick • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi, I need more clarifications on the 4 vs 8 ohms thing. I run Yamaha 8" ceiling speakers inside and Bose 151 outside. The sound on the indoor Yamaha speakers is horrible when loud or when deep base is playing. Is this related to the difference in ohms? Also, my amplifier is a Bose SA3 room extender and it can become hot. I unplugged eveything and opened the speaker selector to change the jumpers (as per one of the question/answer on the knowledge base). I noticed that one of the resistor is melted on top. Is the selector fried?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Danick:
When you opened up the SSVC2, what was the pin setting for both Volume Controls? Normally if you had two 8 ohm speakers the setting should be 2X for each Zone, pins 2-3. The problem is you are dealing with BOSE who typically have a nominal impedance of 4 ohm although they claim it is 4-8 ohms compatible. But lets say it is 4 ohms which is equal to 2 eight ohm speakers when we are trying to calculate the impedance setting, so 2X. Add to that your second pair of speakers are Yamaha 8" in-ceiling speakers which are rated at 6 ohm which would equal 1.5, 8 ohm speakers or 1.5X. The Impedance settings for most Impedance matching Volume controls are 1X, 2X 4X and 8X. The same settings you find in the SSVC series of Speaker Selectors we sell. So when you have an number that you calculate is between one of these number you go to the higher number. So if you have 5X, 6X or 7X you go to 8X to be on the safe side. In your case you number would be 3.5X so the setting should be 4X for both Internal Volume Controls. The fact that your BOSE amplifier is running hot tells us that the impedance it is seeing is below its safe operating zone. As the impedance drops the current demand increases dramatically. More current, the more heat is generated. One other thing, it is important to physically turn off the zone on your speaker selector rather than use the Volume control to turn the sound down to in-audible levels. So please let me know the Impedance settings, maybe you can take a picture of the inside of the SSVC2 showing the pin setting and the burned out resistor. Send to my email at tim@osdaudio.com.
Thank you in advance
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Tim • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I'm really new to all this, so I'm hoping the community can help.
I have a Yamaha Rx-V379 Receiver + NS-B40 (Front & Surround) + NS-C40 (Center) + NS-SW40 (Subwoofer).
Would this 2 pair speaker selector allow me to connect the 5.1 home theater speakers AND additional speakers and have both pair work?
I was reading some additional notes that suggested that by connecting the front speakers for the 5.1, the rest of the system would work when watching TV normally. Then if I was playing music through the system (AppleTV), I could use both sets of speakers?
Thoughts and suggestions appreciated.
Thanks.
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
HI Tim:
You are trying to complicate matters, you just need to connect your Yamaha Receiver to the NS 40 5.1 speaker system that you have. The Yamaha RX-V379 is a basic unit meant to power three front stage speakers left and right with a dedicated center channel. And then connect the remaining two speakers to the left and right Surround outputs (channels 4 and 5). Then connect your powered sub woofer to the Subwoofer output of the Receiver. make sure you connect to a monitor that has an ARC HDMI connection. You can connect the Apple TV either directly to the TV or through the Receiver. Read your owner's manual for the RX-V379 (77 pages), NSP-40 Speaker system (6 pages) Apple TV and whatever TV monitor that you buy. We typically sell speaker selectors with Receivers featuring 2nd and 3rd zone outputs but even in those cases we recommend adding an external amplifier to drive the Speaker Selector with Internal Volume Controls like the SSVC2 (we also have an SSVC4 and SSVC6D) or suggest a passive Speaker Selector without internal volume controls and use external volume controls (1 for each pair of speakers) to provide flexibility and protection. You would have had to purchase a 7.1 Receiver to find the feature for ZONE 2. This is the OSD tech support site, not a community forum... Happy reading...
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Jose • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
I have a outdoor speaker free space 51 and a pair of speaker bose 201 i want ti connect both to a bose ampli bose sa-5 i want to connect both to the ampli and control the volume separtly, Is possible to use the ssvc2, if yes how can i connect?
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Jose:
The SSVC2 will work for your application. Based upon the owner's manual you would connect speaker 1 output (removable connector) to the Source A input of the SSVC2,(also a removable connector). Then connect the BOSE 201's to Zone 1 output and the Free space 51's to Zone 2. Would recommend 16/4 CL3/FT4 four conductor speaker wire from the BOSE Amp to the SSVC2, then 16/2 CL3/FT4 from the SSVC2 to each speaker. You can use 2ea 16/2 from the BOSE to the SSVC2. We offer the cable from 50 foot to 500 ft.
Good luck
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pjk • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
HI! First, I live in the UK, so you deliver? If so, great! Second question I have a 150 wpc amp with no A/B selector but a pair of stereo outputs (it can run 4 speakers). I would like to drive have the ability to drive all 4 speakers (2 in one room, 2 in another) at the same time, or just in one room or the other (your typical a/b, a+b option set. Is this the speaker selector switch I need? Thanks!
Customer Service • 12/17/2019, 2:17:43 PM
Hi Paul:
This would be the perfect solution for your application. You would need to contact the factory directly. Send an email to ed@osdaudio.com. He will be able to let you know if we can ship to the UK.
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