Specifications

4 Introduction & Installation in Brief
IntroduCtIon & InstallatIon In BrIef
Congratulations! You have invested in one of the
world's premier subwoofers.
TheMartinLoganDynamo500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Dynamo500subwooferusesa10-inchhigh-excur-
sion driver 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 integrat-
ing the Dynamo 500 subwoofer with MartinLogan and
non-MartinLogan products both seamless and simple.
The materials in your new Dynamo 500 subwoofer are
ofthehighestqualityandwillprovideyearsofenduring
enjoyment and deepening respect. The cabinet is con-
structed 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 Dynamo 500 subwoofer and the philosophy applied
to its design. A clear understanding will insure that you
obtainmaximumperformanceandpleasurefromthismost
exactingsubwoofer.
WeknowthatyouareeagertohearyournewDynamo
500 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 informa-
tion 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Dynamo500,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 Dynamo 500 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 Dynamo 500’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Dynamo
500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!
Introduction Installation in Brief