Classico CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Owner’s Manual www.roundsound.
WARNING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS. WARNING: DURING OPERATION, UNIT MAY BECOME HOT. ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO ALLOW FOR COOLING.
Contents Introduction Welcome to the Anthony Gallo Acoustics family! ...............................1 Important Safety Instructions ..........................................................2-3 Proprietary AGA Technology ..............................................................4 CLC-10 / 12 Subwoofer Highlight Features.........................................5 Installation Unpacking and Inspection.................................................................
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Introduction Welcome! We’ve worked hard to fill this manual with useful information. Take a few minutes to read through it for easier system setup and better in-room sonic performance. The manual also will acquaint you with several unique features Anthony Gallo Acoustics Classico subwoofers offer that typical subs don’t. After you’re done reading, if you have any questions about your new Classico CLS-10 / 12, don’t hesitate to contact us directly at 1-800-459-4183, or e-mail techsupport@roundsound.com.
Important Safety Precautions Important Safety Instructions Read and Retain These Instructions: All the safety instructions should be read before the product is operated. Keep them for later reference. Follow These Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed. Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water: for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, swimming pool, and the like.
Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Proprietary AGA Technology The Classico Series was designed from the outset to deliver the exceptional performance for which AGA has become famous, yet to present a more traditional look. This makes it easy to incorporate our Classico series in practically any environment. The unique technology used in these AGA products was specifically developed by Anthony Gallo and cannot be found in any other subwoofers.
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Highlight Features Internal Crossover Bypass: Lets you set the crossover for your satellite speakers in your preamplifier, surround sound receiver, or processor while bypassing the internal crossover in the CLS-10 / 12. This method, detailed further in the manual, is ideal if you’re using compact speakers in your system. There can also be benefit to this method even if you’re using larger speakers, as we’ll detail below.
Installation Unpacking and Inspection Carefully inspect your new subwoofer immediately after unpacking. If you note any concerns or shipping damage, please contact your dealer. Do not plug in, install, or use your CLS-10 / 12 if it appears damaged. Record the serial number found on the back of your AGA Subwoofer here: ________________________ Please go to http://www.roundsound.com/product-registration.php and use the serial number(s) above to complete your warranty registration.
Control Settings and Connecting Your Classico CLS-10 / 12 LEGEND 1 PHASE 180° 0° 2 1. PHASE TOGGLE CAUTION BYPASS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: CROSSOVER 3 LINE IN 4 LINE OUT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,REPLACE WITH ONLY THE SAME TYPE AND RATING OF FUSE MODEL NO: CLS-10 SN# POWERED SUBWOOFER CAUTION BEFOREOPENING PULL MAIN PLUG L R VORSICHT 2. BYPASS/CROSSOVER TOGGLE 3. LINE IN 4.
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Controls and Connections Level Control - This knob matches the subwoofer’s output to that of the main speakers. Clockwise rotation increases the subwoofer output, counter-clockwise decreases it. You should only need to set this control once, after you’ve installed the CLS-10 / 12 in its final position (re-check the level after break-in).
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Controls and Connections Line-in/Line-out, Speaker-In/Speaker-Out (or Low-Level/High-Level Connections) Line Level Connections: These are the most commonly used inputs. If you have a contemporary surround sound receiver or processor, it will have outputs labeled “LFE” or “Subwoofer.” Often this is a single RCA jack. You should run a cable with male RCA connectors on either end from this output to the left or right Line In receptacle on the sub.
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Controls and Connections which can be far more demanding than the vast majority of musical recordings. As noted above, enter your receiver or surround processor setup menu and select Small for the speakers. Then enter the bass-management section of the menu and set the crossover to between 100 and 120Hz for the Nucleus® Micro or between 80 and 100Hz for the A’Diva®.
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Controls and Connections The 100Hz filter mentioned above allows bass management at speaker level. The built-in filter subtracts bass below 100Hz from your satellite speakers and should be used if your receiver or amplifier lacks bass management and you don’t want to run the satellites full range. Running very small satellite speakers at high levels, full range, risks damaging them.
CLS-10 / 12 Subwoofer Controls and Connections the fuse blows again, disconnect the power cord from the AC wall supply and contact your local Gallo Acoustics dealer, or contact us directly. Dual Subwoofer Connections Connection Using High-Level (Speaker-Wire) Inputs: Instead of running Left and Right Channel speaker cables from your receiver or amplifier to both subwoofers, you can run the Left Channel to one subwoofer and the Right Channel to the other.
Subwoofer Placement (and Potential Domestic Bliss) Another Important Note: The following information and further placement and acoustic recommendations in this manual are based upon our desire for you to enjoy the best possible performance from your AGA audio system. Of course, we realize that there are other, possibly more important, considerations when it comes to placing your system components, not the least of which may be aesthetics and domestic tranquility.
Subwoofer Placement (and Potential Domestic Bliss) General Subwoofer Placement Recommendations (Assuming a Rectangular Room): 1. Every boundary surface (wall, floor, etc.) directly next to which you put the sub results in more apparent bass in the room. Corner placement (three boundary surfaces) provides maximum apparent output from the sub. This effectively increases the subwoofer’s efficiency, which in turn increases your system’s maximum output and improves the dynamic capability of the subwoofer.
Subwoofer Placement (and Potential Domestic Bliss) 5. As noted above, corner placement provides the most bass quantity, but generally at the expense of bass quality. A subwoofer placed near a wall (especially as outlined above) can often provide a reasonable balance of quantity and quality. Controls on the back panel of your subwoofer are provided to help align your subwoofer’s output to the other speakers in your system. 6.
Subwoofer Placement (and Potential Domestic Bliss) 2. Connect and place one subwoofer by moving your primary listening chair aside and placing the subwoofer exactly where you normally sit. (Follow directions for connection, as outlined above.) 3. At a moderately loud level, play music or a video soundtrack with extended bass that is repetitive or continuous. 4. Walk around your room and note where the bass sounds good and where it sounds boomy or very quiet.
Subwoofer Placement (and Potential Domestic Bliss) Stereo Review & Chesky Records: Gold Stereo and Surround Sound Set-Up Disc (ASIN: B000003GHE) Also, some THX™ DVDs include test tones and other setup aids. Operation Note: The Classico subwoofers are designed to be self cooling as the air that moves in and out of the BLAST port passes over the amplifier’s heat sinks. The high-efficiency amplifier will actually run warmer at idle than at full output.
CLS-10 / 12 Specifications CLS-10 Specifications Frequency Response: 19Hz – 200Hz +/-3dB Enclosure Type: BLAST Transmission Line using patented S2 bass loading Power: 300 watts RMS, 600 watts maximum output Amplifier Design: High efficiency Class D Line Level Crossover In/Out: Bypass switch Low Pass: 50Hz – 200Hz continuously variable High Pass: 100Hz fixed, only on speaker level output Phase: 0°, 180° switch Bass EQ: 0, +3dB, +6dB, Center frequency - 25Hz Woofer: 10-inch long-throw, ceramic anodized alumin
CLS-10 / 12 Specifications Warranty: 1 Year Parts and Labor (Extended to 2 Years Parts and Labor with registration through an Extended Service Agreement) Documentation is necessary for us to determine the purchase authenticity of all AGA products. AGA does not authorize any online reseller of any type to sell our products, except our own site, www.roundsound.com. If purchased from an unauthorized online reseller, there is no support or warranty service provided for products purchased.
Warranty and Extended Service Agreement Gallo subwoofers are covered by a one-year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and manufacturing. In addition, we offer registered Gallo owners a free one-year Extended Service Agreement. In order to qualify for the Extended Service Agreement you must fill out and return the warranty card or register on our website: https://www.roundsound.com/registration.php.
Service If your subwoofer requires repair: 1. In the United States, contact us at 1-800-459-4183 or e-mail techsupport@roundsound.com. If you purchased your Classico subwoofer from an Authorized Gallo Acoustics dealer outside the United States, please contact the dealer. It is necessary to have the original sales receipt available to confirm warranty eligibility. Outside the United States, most AGA dealers should be able to help you with problems and repairs of Classico products.
