INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
RCA CABLE
For line-level connections, use high-quality RCA cables that feature low impedance, double shielding and gold-plated connectors (see CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS on page 7). Consult your local Niles dealer for their recommendations.
LOUDSPEAKER WIRE
Use 2-conductor loudspeaker wire for loudspeaker-level connections to the Pro15SW and satellite loudspeakers (see CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS on page 7). For these applications, we recommend using 16-gauge wire. For wiring runs longer than 80 feet, we recommend 14-gauge wire. The Pro15SW’s gold-plated, fi ve-way, loudspeaker-level binding posts will accommodate up to 12-gauge wire directly. Larger sizes can be accommodated via pin connectors.
RUNNING WIRES IN WALLS OR CEILINGS
When running wire inside walls or ceilings, use special jacketed cable (CL-2 or CL-3) to protect the wire and to meet local electrical and fi re codes. In some areas, conduit is also required. For a trouble-free installation, low-voltage wire such as loudspeaker wire must be run in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any applicable provisions of the local building code. If you are unsure of the correct installation techniques, wire jacket, or type of conduit to use, consult a professional audio/video installer, building contractor, or the local building and inspection department.
PRO15SW PLACEMENT
The StageFront Pro15SW Powered Subwoofer is expressly designed for use in home theater and multi-channel bass reinforcement applications. For home theater front, center or rear-channel applications, we recommend using StageFront Pro or In-Wall models. Models ending in “LCR” are intended primarily for front channel left/center/right placement or wherever a monopole design is required. Models that end in “FX” are designed for special effect placement. StageFront Home Theater Solutions™ Loudspeakers are the perfect choice wherever quality of sound is the most important consideration.
THE BOUNDARY EFFECT
Placing a Pro15SW in a corner can powerfully affect the way a listener perceives bass response. Known as the boundary effect, a placement close to a corner-wall boundary will emphasize certain bass frequencies, while canceling others. This effect can make the Pro15SW sound excessively boomy and inaccurate to some listeners, while to others it just seems like more bass sound. Some listeners may prefer to place the subwoofer (or subwoofers) near the same location as the main left/right channel loudspeakers.
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