POSITIONING THE DECO 8 SUBWOOFER
True subwoofers operate at extremely low frequencies which are primarily omnidirectional. This allows great flexibility in the placement of the subwoofer. Finding the best location in your environment will likely require some experimentation. We suggest experimenting with various locations during the setup of the DECO 8 subwoofer to find a location that suits you best when you are seated in your typical listening position. Keep in mind that frequency response and output level can be drastically influenced by placement, depending on the acoustic properties of the listening room. Typically, the optimum location for a subwoofer is tucked away in a corner of your listening room. This location will usually offer the greatest output levels and optimum low frequency extension. The worst location for a subwoofer is typically far way from any walls, and close to the center of your room. Avoid these locations when possible.
Caution! This subwoofer has electronics built in to the cabinet. Do not place the cabinet next to sources of heat such as furnace registers, radiators, etc. Do not place the unit near sources of excessive moisture, such as evaporative coolers, humidifiers, etc. The power cord should be routed in such a way that it will not be walked on, pinched, or compressed in any way that could result in damaging the insulation or wire.
The DECO 8 Subwoofer must remain in an upright position (woofer facing forward, amp rearward). Using, shipping, or otherwise storing the subwoofer in any other position for an extended period of time may result in damage not covered by warranty.
Because of the small size of the DECO 8 cabinet and the large motor structure (204 oz.), this subwoofer is NOT magnetically shielded to reduce the amount of stray magnetic energy emitted from the speaker. This stray magnetic field can have a negative effect on your video system when the unit is placed close to video monitors. Certain types of televisions are particularly sensitive to stray magnetic fields. If your television produces distorted colors after installing your subwoofer, simply increase the distance between your television and the DECO 8 Subwoofer. Velodyne recommends a MINIMUM of five feet between any video monitor and the DECO 8 Subwoofer.
The Velodyne DECO 8 subwoofer, like any high quality speaker, requires proper positioning within the listening space, to provide maximum performance. An improperly placed subwoofer may degrade the sound quality and reduce your listening pleasure.
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LEFT | CENTER | RIGHT |
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LEFT | CENTER | RIGHT |
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LEFT | RIGHT | SUB |
REAR |
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