Clark Synthesis TA1501C Operating Your Amplifier, Balancing the Transducer with the Subwoofer

OPERATING YOUR AMPLIFIER

Balancing the Transducer with the Subwoofer

Once you have properly set up your amplifier, it is important to take time to balance the transducer and subwoofer sound. The volume of the transducer is controlled by the receiver and will rise or fall in direct proportion to that of the primary speakers. This proportion is determined by both the volume setting on the receiver and the gain setting on the TA1501C amplifier.

NOTE: Some receivers have internal, automatic balancing systems. These systems rely on microphones that sense the sound levels within the room. Since tactile sound transducers are heard through your body, instead of through the air, automatic balancing systems may be ineffective when balancing the subwoofer volume. We suggest using the following procedure, rather than activating the automatic balancing system.

STEPS:

1. Set the TA1501C Power Switch on the back of the amplifier to “OFF” (see photo #1 below).

Photo #1

2.If you are using a low-level signal, such as an MP3 player, set the High/Low Switch to “LOW.” If you are connecting to a high-level signal, such as an A/V receiver, set the switch to “HIGH.” (see photo #2).

Photo #2

3. Turn the Gain Control counter-clockwise to the “MIN” position (see photo #3).

Photo #3

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