OPERATION
Surround Modes
When using the system in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater system, make sure all speakers are set to “Small”. When using the
Some Dolby
Power On
Plug your subwoofer’s AC cord into a wall outlet. Do not use the outlets on the back of the receiver.
Initially set the Subwoofer Level Control | to the“MIN” position. | |
Turn on the subwoofer by pressing the Power Switch | on the | |
rear panel. |
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Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie sound- track at a moderate level.
Auto On/Stand-By
With the Power Switch in the ON position, the LED on the front panel will remain lit in red or green to indicate the
RED =
GREEN = ON (Signal detected, Amp On)
The subwoofer will automatically enter the
can be left on. You may turn off the Power Switch for extended periods of nonoperation, e.g., when you are away on vacation.
Adjust Level
Turn the Subwoofer Level Control up about half way. If no sound emanates from the subwoofer, check the
Set the overall volume control of the receiver/processor to a comfortable level. Adjust the Subwoofer Level Control until you obtain a pleasing blend of bass. Bass response should not overpower the room but rather be adjusted so there is
a harmonious blend across the entire musical range. Many users have a tendency to set the subwoofer volume too loud, adhering to the belief that a subwoofer is there to produce lots of bass. This is not entirely true. A subwoofer is there to enhance bass, extending the response of the entire system so the bass can be felt as well as heard. However, overall balance must
be maintained or the music will not sound natural. An experienced listener will set the volume of the subwoofer so its impact on bass response is always there but never obtrusive.
Crossover Adjustment
The Crossover Frequency Control determines the highest frequency at which the subwoofer reproduces sounds. For the
NOTE: This control will have no effect if the LFE/Normal Switch is set to LFE. If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver/
processor, the
Phase Control
The Phase Switch determines whether the subwoofer speaker’s
Final Positioning
After correctly connecting the
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a soft cloth to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust.
All wiring connections should be inspected and cleaned or remade periodically. The frequency of maintenance depends on the metals involved in the connections, atmospheric conditions, and other factors, but once per year is the minimum.
If a problem occurs, make sure that all connections are properly made and clean. If a problem exists in one loudspeaker, reverse the connection wires to the left and right system. If the problem remains in the same speaker, then the fault is with the loud- speaker. If the problem appears in the opposite speaker, the cause is in another component or cable. In the event that your
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