YSS1 ACTIVE STUDIO SUBWOOFER
The YSS1 is a self-powered active subwoofer designed for accurate reproduction of the lower audio band down to 32Hz. This, combined with a maximum sound-pressure level of 119dB, provides basic performance that easily responds to the demands of recordists in studio environ- ments up to medium or large scale. Home theatre and stereo system applications are also possible. A roster
of features adds flexibility at the professional level. All three types of input connectors are included - balanced XLR, balanced/unbalanced quarter inch and RCA, plus straight-through balanced male XLR outputs so that you may relay the source signals to powered full-range speak- ers or a power amp. Controls regulate both volume and low-pass frequency while a 2-way switch lets you invert the YSS1's phase. Thus all low-frequency sound param- eters can be tailored to match the system/room response.
Power Connection
Plug the YSS1's power cord into a grounded 120Volt, 60Hz outlet. Be sure the plug is inserted all the way to avoid shocks.
Location
Although the YSS1 can provide substantial levels of sound pressure, should you require more, low frequency sound pressure tends to increase somewhat with the source placed close to a wall. For maximum emphasis position the YSS1 in a corner facing outward. Low frequencies tend to be less directional than mids and highs hence you have considerable flexibility when it comes to placement
Sources
Any audio source with *line-level outputs, whether it's a mixer, signal processor, tuner/ampli- fier, CD, tape player, TV (with audio outputs), VCR or DVD player can be connected to the YSS1. The source's output can be balanced or unbalanced.
*(the YSS1 cannot accept speaker-level signals)
Connections
To connect the output of a stereo mixer or other audio source with RCA (phono) type outputs, simply run a standard dual male RCA-to-dual male RCA cable to the A & B RCA Input connec- tors on the YSS1 back panel. If your mixer only has a single (mono) RCA output you may use a single-element cable of this type and simply connect it to either the A or B RCA inputs. This mono capability applies to all the inputs. The YSS1 does not require a stereo input signal as the internal amplifier is mono and stereo input signals are summed down to mono by the input circuitry.
XLR/¼-inch A&B "combi" Input jacks permit connecting a balanced or unbalanced line-level output from the audio source. If the source outputs are ¼-inch unbalanced, simply run one or two unbalanced ¼-inch-to-unbalanced (mono) ¼-inch cables to the YSS1's combi inputs. If the source output is balanced use either XLR (female) - to - XLR(male) balanced cables (e.g. low-impedance mic cables) , or ¼-inch TRS (stereo) male-to-¼-inch TRS male balanced patch cords. Again, if the source only has one output, just run one cable to either the A or B combi jack.
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