MK Sound MX-SERIES Operation of the Bass Level Switch, Wiring with a NON-THX Processor or Preamp

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THX subwoofers

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OPERATION OF THE "BASS LEVEL" SWITCH

When using the subwoofer with a non-THX processor, preamp, etc., this switch should be set to the "VARIABLE" position. The subwoofer level can then be set independently to match your speakers. The "CALIBRATED" mark is a reference relative to THX levels. For a discussion of this "CALIBRATED" mark, please see "Operation of the Bass Level Switch" on page 7.

WIRING WITH A NON-THX PROCESSOR OR PREAMP

The "FROM PREAMP" RCA terminals on the subwoofer allow you to connect the subwoofer to preamp-level components other than THX controllers, such as preamplifiers, integrated amps and receivers with preamp outputs, high-pass filters, crossovers, standard surround sound processors, etc. All of the input connections and controls for the subwoofer are located on its large metal backplate, which can be found on the back panel of the subwoofer cabinet.

FIGURE 3 - WIRING ONE SUBWOOFER TO AN AMP OR PROCESSOR

WITH A SUBWOOFER OUTPUT JACK (NON-THX)

SUBWOOFER (or MONO) OUT

SURROUND

PROCESSOR

BASS LEVEL

 

 

LOW PASS

REFERENCE

LEFT/MONO

RIGHT

 

+

FILTER

+3 dB

VARIABLE

 

80 Hz

 

 

+6 dB

 

 

 

24 dB/OCTAVE

 

THX

INPUT

–

 

 

 

THX

 

 

 

PHASE

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.

Manufactured under license

from Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm and THX are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD

BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

REPLACE FUSE ONLY

WITH SAME TYPE.

ATTENTION:

DEBRANCHER AVANT DE

REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

UTILIZER UN FUSIBLE

DE RECHANGE

DE MEME TYPE.

Made in U.S.A.

 

 

 

 

MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORPORATION

120 VAC 50/60 Hz T 4 AMP

10391 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 310/204-2854

 

SLOW-BLOW

FIGURE 4 -WIRING TWO SUBWOOFERS TO AN AMP OR PROCESSOR

WITH A SUBWOOFER OUTPUT JACK (NON-THX)

SUBWOOFER (or MONO) OUT

SURROUND

PROCESSOR

use a Y-connector

to connect to

two subwoofers

BASS LEVEL

 

 

LOW PASS

REFERENCE

LEFT/MONO

RIGHT

+

FILTER

+3 dB

VARIABLE

 

80 Hz

+6 dB

 

 

 

24 dB/OCTAVE

 

THX

INPUT

–

 

 

 

THX

 

 

 

PHASE

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.

Manufactured under license

from Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm and THX are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD

BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

REPLACE FUSE ONLY

WITH SAME TYPE.

ATTENTION:

DEBRANCHER AVANT DE

REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

UTILIZER UN FUSIBLE

DE RECHANGE

DE MEME TYPE.

Made in U.S.A.

 

 

 

 

MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORPORATION

120 VAC 50/60 Hz T 4 AMP

10391 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 310/204-2854

 

SLOW-BLOW

BASS LEVEL

 

 

LOW PASS

REFERENCE

LEFT/MONO

RIGHT

+

FILTER

+3 dB

VARIABLE

 

80 Hz

 

 

+6 dB

 

 

 

24 dB/OCTAVE

 

THX

INPUT

–

 

 

 

THX

 

 

 

PHASE

 

 

 

 

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.

Manufactured under license

from Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm and THX are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD

BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

REPLACE FUSE ONLY

WITH SAME TYPE.

ATTENTION:

DEBRANCHER AVANT DE

REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE.

UTILIZER UN FUSIBLE

DE RECHANGE

DE MEME TYPE.

Made in U.S.A.

 

 

 

 

MILLER & KREISEL SOUND CORPORATION

120 VAC 50/60 Hz

T 4 AMP

10391 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 310/204-2854

 

 

SLOW-BLOW

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Contents THXpowered subwoofers Table of Contents Wiring DiagramsSafety Instructions THX subwooferspageWhere to Place Your Subwoofer Connecting the Subwoofer to a THX ControllerIntroduction Operation with THX ComponentsWiring ONE Subwoofer with a THX Controller Testing the Subwoofer THX Mode Operation of the LOW Pass Filter Switch THXOperation of the Bass Level Switch THX Calibrating the Subwoofer THXSetting Subwoofer Level THX Using TWO Subwoofers THXOperation of the LOW Pass Filter Switch Operation with a NON-THX ProcessorOperation of the Bass Level Switch Wiring with a NON-THX Processor or PreampPreamp Testing the Subwoofer NON-THX SATELLITE/SUBWOOFER Phasing Test Setting the Subwoofer Level NON-THXUsing TWO Subwoofers NON-THX Phasing Test Method TWO FINE-TUNING the Placement of Your SubwooferPhasing Test Method ONE Special Method for Placing the Subwoofer Troubleshooting USE of Spiked Feet with MX SubwoofersIf you hear a persistent hum or buzz through the subwoofer If YOU Need to Replace the External FuseIf YOU Need Service SpecificationsCabinet Maintenance Replacement Fuse ValuesTHX subwoofers