MartinLogan CW10 Introduction & Installation in Brief, Step .1 .Unpacking, Step .2 .Placement

Introduction & Installation in Brief

Introduction

Congratulations! You have invested in one of the world's premier subwoofers.

The MartinLogan CW10 represents the extension of an intensive, dedicated team research program direct- ed toward establishing a world class line of reference subwoofers using leading-edge technology, without com- promising durability, reliability, craftsmanship or aesthetics.

The CW10 subwoofer uses a 10-inch high-excursion driv- er to achieve deep, tight, well-defined bass. A proprietary amplifier is used to drive the output stage with precision and extremely high efficiency. Low-pass filtering and phase control have been designed to make integrating the CW10 subwoofer with MartinLogan and non-MartinLo- gan products both seamless and simple.

The materials in your new CW10 subwoofer are of the highest quality and will provide years of enduring enjoy- ment and deepening respect. The cabinet is constructed from the finest composite material for acoustical integrity and is finished with an attractive custom coating.

This User's Manual will explain in detail the operation of your CW10 subwoofer and the philosophy applied to its design. A clear understanding will insure that you obtain maximum performance and pleasure from this most exact- ing subwoofer.

Installation in Brief

We know that you are eager to hear your new CW10 subwoofer, so this section is provided to allow fast and easy set up. Once you have it operational, please take the time to read, in depth, the rest of the information in this manual. It will give you perspective on how to attain the greatest possible performance from this most exacting subwoofer system.

If you experience any difficulties in setup or operation of the CW10, please refer to the Placement, Room Acoustics and Connections and Control Settings sections.

Should you encounter a persistent problem that cannot be resolved, please contact your authorized MartinLogan dealer. They will provide you with the appropriate technical analysis to alleviate the situation.

Step .1: .Unpacking

Remove your new subwoofer from its packing.

Step .2: .Placement

Ideally, place the CW10 in a corner near the front of the room. This is a good place to start. Please see the Placement section (page 9) of this manual for more details.

Step .3: .Signal .Connection

Use the best cables you can. High quality cables, available from your specialty dealer, are recommended and will give you superior performance.

Attach your preamplifier/processor outputs through cables to the signal input area located on the CW10’s rear panel. Please see the Connections and Control Settings section (pages 6–8) of this manual for more details.

Step .4: .Power .Connection .(AC) .(see .warning) Make sure the level knob is set at 'Min'. Plug the CW10 subwoofer into a wall outlet. Review the AC Power Connection section (page 8) of this manual for more details.

Step .5: .Setting .the .Controls

Set the level knob to a medium volume position (12 o'clock). Set the power switch to ‘Auto On'.

Step .6: .Listen .and .Enjoy

Now, you may adjust your system and enjoy!

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