Cerwin-Vega VE-5C, VE-15 S u b w o o f e r I n s t a l l a t i o n, tRoUblEShootIng, plaCEMEnt

S u b w o o f e r I n s t a l l a t i o n

pRIoR to InStallatIon

Carefully unpack your subwoofer, saving the box and all of the packing material; at some point you may need to transport, ship, or move your subwoofer. Before continuing with the installation, please make sure the subwoofer is unplugged and the power switch is turned “OFF.” WaRNING: Severe damage may result from improperly selected voltage. Set voltage selection switch, (10) to the proper aC voltage.

InStallatIon

Please read the following to determine which installation procedure is best for your audio/video system. For additional hook-up connections, you may want to refer to your A/V receiver, processor, preamplifier, or amplifier’s manual. NOTE: Be sure to read and observe the “Safety Instructions” on preceding page before starting the installation.

ContRol DESCRIptIonS

The following controls are located on the subwoofer’s rear panel, as shown (back cover). Attention! The Cerwin-Vega!VE-28S have LFE, LINE-LEVEL, and SPEaKER-LEVEL input connections; choose one option only for hook-up. Do not hook up more than one option!

1.lfE InpUt: Mono “low frequency effects” connection. Use this input if receiver preamp/processor has a dedicated LFE or subwoofer OUT. Refer to the owner’s manual provided by your receiver/preamp/processor manufacturer. (see figure 1, back cover for hook-up)

2.lInE-lEVEl InpUt: Stereo low level input to subwoofer. Connect to “LINE-OUT”, “MAIN-OUT or PREAMP-OUT”, of your receiver/preamp/processor using a dual RCA patchcord (not supplied). Refer to the owner’s manual provided by your receiver/ preamp/processor manufacturer. (see figure 2, back cover for hook-up)

3.SpEakER-lEVEl InpUt: Stereo high-level inputs (3) to subwoofer. Use these terminals when line-level connections are not available from A/V receiver/preamp/processor. Connect to SPEAKER outputs on receiver using high quality speaker wire (16-gauge or heavier). (see figure 3, back cover for hook-up)

4.SpEakER-lEVEl oUtpUt: Audio loop of stereo high-level (SPEAKER-LEVEL) inputs (3). Use to loop (continue) signal to speaker connections to the left and right main speakers.

5.VolUME ContRol: Controls volume level of subwoofer. Use to balance the output of the subwoofer with the main speaker output.

tRoUblEShootIng

Symptom	CauSe	Solution
Bass sounds distorted	Subwoofer amplifier has	turn down volume control
	reached maximum output	on subwoofer or lower
	tone controls are set too	receiver level
		Set bass flat; use controls
	high
		sparingly
Distortion with volume control	Defective receiver or	Repair defective receiver,
near minimum	preamplifier; shorted	preamplifier or replace
	speaker wires	speaker wires
Distortion on music peaks or	Dynamic soundtrack (e.g.,	turn down volume control
sound effects	explosions)	to lower overall range; use
		a more powerful
		receiver/amplifier
Buzz, hum, or crackle when	Connecting wires with	Connect wires only when
connecting wires	power on causes transient	audio system power is off
	signal spikes
Buzz or hum when system is	Grounding problem or	Check receiver or
on	ground loop	preamplifier manual for
		ground loop elimination
no sound after listening at	amplifier’s thermal	turn down volume control
high levels	protection is on	and allow amplifier to cool;
		sound should resume
		automatically

6.CRoSSoVER fREQUEnCy: The crossover control allows you to adjust the upper limit of the subwoofer’s frequency response from 40 to 120 Hz. The subwoofer’s response will begin rolling off above the set frequency. Set the CROSSOVER FREQUENCY to the lower value listed in the main speaker manual.* (NOTE: Crossover control does not function when LFE input is used.)

7.phaSE: This switch allows you to compensate for having the subwoofer in a different location than the main speakers. This control allows the signal to be delayed 180 degrees so the output of the subwoofer will blend in with the main speakers. Slide the PHASE switch to “180”. At the listening position, listen to the midbass output. If it sounds weak, set PHASE back to “0.”

8.powER lED: Power indicator lamp. Glows green in “ON” mode if audio signal is present. Glows red in both “OFF” mode and “ON ” mode if receiving AC power, and if audio signal is not present after approximately 30 minutes.

9.powER: Two-position power switch. In the “ON” mode, the subwoofer’s amplifier is automatically activated if an audio signal is present and will automatically become inactive when there is no audio signal present after approximately 30 minutes. In the “OFF” mode, power is shut off to the amplifier.

10.VoltagE SElECtIon: User-switchable voltage selection for use with 110-120V/220-

240V AC. Attention: All subwoofer models come from the factory preset to 110-120 volts. To select a different voltage, use a flat head screwdriver to reposition the switch to the desired voltage. WARNING: Severe damage may result from improperly selected voltage. Make sure you know the voltage requirement of the country you are in before attempting to connect this subwoofer to AC power.

11.powER CoRD RECEptaClE: Connect IEC cord to this receptacle (supplied with the VE subwoofer). If the cord supplied does not fit an available AC outlet, purchase the correct AC cord from your audio dealer or an electrical supply store.

12.REplaCEablE fUSE: Protects system from overload, replace with fuse rating as indicated on amplifier panel at fuse location. The fuse holder is located at the AC receptacle. Gently pry open to access the fuse.

plaCEMEnt

Your VE Series powered subwoofer produces low frequencies which are omnidirectional. As a result, placement requirements for your subwoofer are flexible and subject to your listening room’s acoustic characteristics. To determine the best position for your subwoofer, start by positioning it along the same wall, or plane, as your main speakers. Experiment with various locations until you find the location that sounds best to you. NOTE: Typically, your powered subwoofer will sound louder when placed in close proximity to walls or corners.

Caution! Cerwin-Vega! VE-28S speakers are intended for FLOOR PLaCEMENT ONLy! Do not place heavy objects of any type, such as televisions on top of any Cerwin-Vega! speaker unless otherwise recommended by Cerwin-Vega! VE Series speakers are for residential applications only.

*Refer to the owner’s manual provided by your main speaker manufacturer to determine your main speaker’s low end frequency response.

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