High Performance THX Select Certified Powered Subwoofer Instruction Manual Model 642e SB
Safety Precautions Model 642e SB Powered Subwoofer Safety Precautions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device generates a fair amount of heat. Make sure nothing blocks the ventilation openings on the top and bottom of the unit.
Instruction Manual Model 642e SB High Performance THX Select Certified Powered Subwoofer Congratulations on your purchase of an Atlantic Technology 642e SB powered subwoofer. A well designed subwoofer, properly integrated into your system, will enhance your listening pleasure dramatically by providing the bass foundation upon which most music and special effects are built. The 642e SB is capable of delivering very high output levels and wide dynamic range.
Subwoofer Rear Panel Model 642e SB Powered Subwoofer Subwoofer Rear Panel Figure 1 6 LOWPASS STANDBY NORMAL PHASE OFF NORMAL ON INVERT LOWPASS 60 1 INPUT OUTPUT 80 R BYPASS AUTO 40 2 L/MONO 140 7 3 4 5 ON OFF 8 AC INPUT 50-60Hz 300W MAX WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Features Instruction Manual 5 Features Note: If you are using a surround Processor/Receiver that includes its own filtered subwoofer output (or a THX Certified Processor/ Receiver), we strongly recommend that you set the 642e SB crossover control to the Bypass position. Your Atlantic Technology powered subwoofer has been engineered using the latest technology and finest components available.
R 6 Connecting Your Subwoofer L/MONO Model 642e SB Powered Subwoofer Connecting Your Subwoofer Use the low-level (RCA jack) subwoofer line out of your surround sound receiver/processor. Simply connect your subwoofer with a high quality shielded cable as shown in the diagram on page 7. Please consult your processor/receiver manual for further information.
Low Level Connections Instruction Manual Low Level Connections with One Subout/LFE Output Figure 3 Sub Out/LFE INPUT OUTPUT R L/MONO 7
Low Level Connections Model 642e SB Powered Subwoofer Low Level Connections with Two Subout/LFE Outputs Figure 4 Sub Out/LFE Sub Out/LFE INPUT OUTPUT R L/MONO
Placement and Operation Instruction Manual Placement and Operation Generally speaking, the best location for your new subwoofer is the front of the room, in or close to a corner (Figure 5). Every room has its own unique sound characteristics, and flexibility in the exact placement of the subwoofer is always desirable. The closer the subwoofer is placed to a wall and especially a corner, the more and deeper the bass response you will hear.
Care of Your Subwoofer Model 642e SB Powered Subwoofer Dual Subwoofer Placement The Phase Invert Control When two subwoofers are used, you may wish to place them asymmetrically; that is, in slightly different positions in the roomLOWPASS (Figure 7).STANDBY This OFF will reduce common mode room resonances that occurNORMAL with symmetrically positioned subwoofers. You can also try placing the subwoofers in the same corner, if you wish.
Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide Instruction Manual 11 Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide Once your subwoofer is set up, you should have many years of maintenance free enjoyment from your system. However, if you should encounter a problem, refer to the following guide to help you find the solution. If a problem persists, you should contact your local authorized Atlantic Technology dealer.
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