Sunfire 12 user manual Using the line level high-pass outputs

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Using the line level high-pass outputs

If you are using a preampliÞer which does not have a sub/LFE output, you can send its left and right front output into the subwoofer’s Line Level inputs and then connect the subwoof- er’s High-Pass outputs to the inputs of your ampliÞer.

The subwoofer will play the low frequencies and your ampliÞer and front speakers will play the frequency range above the subwoofer’s Þxed high-pass crossover point.

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The signals coming out of the subwoof- er’s high-pass outputs are not affected by any of the controls. They are just a copy of the signals going

in except that the low bass is Þltered out. This uses the subwoofer’s passive crossover network, rather than the active network and controls.

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This is an excellent method if your speakers are small satellites or mini- monitors, and/or your power ampliÞer is of limited power, such as a tube amp.

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Contents True Subwoofer Safety Instructions Water and Moisture The CompoContents Features IntroductionUnpacking CareDriver OverviewAmpliÞer Control Panel Features Line Level Inputs Balanced XLR InputSpeaker Level Inputs Line FuseControl Panel Features Power SwitchStart button Microphone InputInstallation AC Power ConsiderationsHeat rise Magnetic FieldsConnections Speaker Level connectionsUsing Two Subwoofers LocationRoom Equalization EQ Procedure Automatic EQ ModeManual EQ Mode Resetting the EQSystem ConÞgurations Connections to a preampliÞer’s subwoofer outputConnections to a preampliÞer using Y cables Using the line level high-pass outputs Using the speaker level inputs Adjusting the controls Control settingsSpeciÞcations Solitaire Driver 10 inch Input Sensitivity full outputNot enough bass TroubleshootingNot enough bass in a 5.1 system Subwoofer won’t turn off HumSubwoofer won’t turn on automatically Limited Warranty Service AssistanceSolitaire

12 specifications

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