This manual provides the safety instructions, warranty information and basic operating guidelines for the Bowers & Wilkins AS1 active subwoofer. It explains the five‑year limited warranty, the need to keep the warranty booklet, and the importance of using only authorised parts and service personnel.
The guide walks you through unpacking, positioning, electrical and speaker‑level connections, power‑on procedures, sound‑adjustment controls and after‑care. It also includes diagrams for home‑theatre and stereo setups, and details on using the RCA Phono input and the polarised 120 V power plug.
| Warranty period | 5 years from date of purchase (2 years for electronics) |
|---|---|
| Power plug type | 120 V version supplied with a polarised plug |
The limited warranty is valid for five years from the date of purchase, or two years for electronic components.
The 120 V version comes with a polarised plug, where one blade is wider than the other.