Atlantic Technology 352 PBM THX Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide, For Future Reference, Problem

Models: 262 PBM 222 PBM 352 PBM THX

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Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide

Models 222 PBM, 262 PBM and 352 PBM THX

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Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide

Once your subwoofer has been set up, you should have many years of maintenance free enjoyment from your system. However, if you should encounter a problem, refer to the following guide to help you find the solution. If a problem persists, you should contact your local authorized Atlantic Technology dealer.

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solution

 

 

 

No bass output

AC power cord unplugged or plugged into a

Plug into a working outlet.

 

non-working outlet.

 

 

Input cables not securely connected or defective.

Check all connections, then try another input cable.

 

 

 

Audible buzz

Input cable not securely connected or defective.

Check all connections, then try another input cable.

or hum

Single HI LEVEL input connected to the RIGHT channel.

Connect to the LEFT input channel.

 

Ground loop through power connection.

Use a 3-to-2 prong AC adapter plug to isolate the chassis’

 

 

ground of the subwoofer.

 

Ground loop through antenna or cable TV system input.

Test by disconnecting antenna and/or cable system input leads.

 

 

If hum goes away, install isolation balun(s) at that point.

 

 

 

More than one

More than one source is playing.

All the subwoofer’s inputs are active at all times. Turn off

source audible

 

unwanted source.

 

 

 

Weak bass

Subwoofer too far from the wall.

Move the subwoofer closer to a wall or corner.

 

VARIABLE INPUT LEVEL set too low.

Turn control up somewhat.

 

 

 

Weak bass: vague

Input source connected to HI LEVEL inputs is wired

Check speaker wire connections and reconnect in proper

stereo image

out of phase.

phase.

 

 

 

For Future Reference

Record your speaker(s) serial number(s) and date of purchase here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

The serial number is found on the back of the speaker near the connecting terminals.

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