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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intend-
ed to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

Le symbole éclair avec point de flèche à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral 
est utilisé pour alerter l’utilisateur de la presence à l’intérieur du coffret de “volt

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age dangereux” non isolé d’ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d’éléc-
trocution.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc

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tions in the literature accompanying the product.

Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral est employé pour 
alerter les utilisateurs de la présence d’instructions importantes pour le 
fonctionnement et l’entretien (service) dans le livret d’instruction 
accompagnant l’appareil.

NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS ARE INSIDE.

1. Read Instructions – 

Read all the

safety and operation instructions before 
operating the PL-300.

2. Retain Instructions – 

Keep the 

safety and operating instructions for future 
reference.

3. Heed Warnings – 

Follow all warnings 

on the subwoofer and in these operating 
instructions.

4. Follow Instructions – 

Follow all

operating and other instructions.

5. Water and Moisture – 

Do not use the

subwoofer near water – for example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, 
in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

6. Heat – 

Locate the subwoofer away

from heat sources such as radiators, or 
other devices that produce heat.

7. Power Sources – 

Connect the unit

only to a power supply of the type described 
in these operation instructions or as marked
on the subwoofer and amp.

8. Power Cord Protection – 

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power supply cords so that they are not
likely to be walked upon or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying 
particular attention to cords at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit the subwoofer.

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9. Object and Liquid Entry – 

Do not

drop objects or spill liquids into the inside 
of the subwoofer.

10. Damage Requiring Service –

Subwoofer should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel when:
A Sub’s amp power-supply cord or the  

plug has been damaged; or

B.  Objects have fallen, or liquid has 

spilled into the subwoofer; or

C. Subwoofer has been exposed to rain; or
D. Subwoofer does not appear to operate 

or exhibits a marked change in 
performance; or

E. The subwoofer has been dropped, or

its chassis damaged.

11. Servicing – 

Do not attempt to 

service the subwoofer beyond those means
described in this operating manual. For
information regarding other service, 
please call B.I.C Service at 877-558-4242.

12. To prevent electric shock, do not

use the subwoofer’s polarized plug with

an extension cord, receptacle or other
outlet unless the blades can be fully
inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Pour préevenir les chocs électriques ne

pas utiliser cette fiche polariseé avec un

 prolongateur, un prise de courant ou une

autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames

peuvent être insérées à fond sans laisser

13. Grounding or Polarization – 

Do not

disable the grounding or polarization of the 
subwoofer.

14. Internal/External Voltage 

 

Selectors – 

Internal or external line voltage

selector switches, if any, should only be 

reset and re-equipped with a proper plug

for alternate voltage by a qualified service 
technician.

This apparatus does not exceed the Class

A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus

as set out in radio interference regulations of 
the Canadian Department of Communications.

ATTENTION — Le présent appareil

numérique n’émet pas de bruits radio-
électriques dépassant las limites applicables

aux appareils numériques de class A/de class

B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le règlement

sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par

les ministere des communications du Canada.

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire

or electric shock, do not expose this
component to rain or moisture.

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

PL-300 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFICATIONS………….1, 9
UNPACKING…………………..3
PLACEMENT…………………....3
AMPLIFIER PANEL……..….4, 5
7.2 SYSTEM DIAGRAM….…...6
CONNECTION STEPS...….…..7
INITIAL LISTENING TEST....8
BASS BOOST SWITCH..........9
PORT PLUG..........................9
TROUBLESHOOTING….10, 11
REPAIR………………………..12
WARRANTY…………………..12

aucune pariie à découvert.

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Summary of Contents for Elite PL-300

Page 1: ...RMS Continuous AMPLIFIER FEATURES BASS BOOST Feature MAX OUTPUT Feature adjustable crossover by passable when using a digital receiver volume control phase switch auto On Off with LED indicator automatic signal sensing Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital DTS LFE Sub Inputs and voltage switch Frequency Response 15Hz 200Hz 3db Driver Custom Designed Heavy Duty Long Throw 12 poly injected woofer with high ...

Page 2: ... not drop objects or spill liquids into the inside of the subwoofer 10 Damage Requiring Service Subwoofer should be serviced only by qualified service personnel when A Sub s amp power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or B Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the subwoofer or C Subwoofer has been exposed to rain or D Subwoofer does not appear to operate or exhibits a marked change...

Page 3: ...t and back walls This is where you get a strong null from your room s standing waves No matter how powerful the subwoofer is there will not be as much bass around the center of the room 2 Distance from a wall outlet Since the subwoofer requires AC power it must be placed within 10 feet of a wall outlet We don t recommend extending that range with an extension cord 3 Positioning and Proximity to wa...

Page 4: ...ndicator LED Light 7 Power Auto On Off Switch 8 Crossover from Digital Receiver or Sub Switch 11 Input Voltage Switch 10 Power Input 9 Removable Fuse Holder 120V U S A Use a 5 Amp 250 volt 5 x 20mm slow blow fuse 240V Use a 2 5 Amp 250 volt 5 x 20mm slow blow fuse PL 300 AMPLIFIER PANEL DRAWING B Amp Rear Panel ...

Page 5: ...wever if you are using an older Dolby Prologic receiver or controller that has a SUB OUT but is not Digital you will use this control to set you crossover from the subwoofer This crossover control determines what lower part of the frequency spectrum will be reproduced by the subwoofer and what higher frequencies will be handled by your main speakers Rotating the knob sets the point where all lower...

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Page 7: ... location trying to minimize areas where it may be stepped on Connect the other end of the cable directly to the SUB IN 1 4 Connect the included power cord to the POWER INPUT 6 on the back of your PL 300 Then connect its plug to an AC outlet ONLY Since your PL 300 draws a moderately high amount of current we do not recommend plugging it into a convenience outlet switched or unswitched found on the...

Page 8: ...t is extremely important because it dramatically affects the bass quality An optimally placed subwoofer is much more powerful and nice sounding than a poorly placed one While playing music move the subwoofer around in and out of corners closer and farther from the wall etc as much as the power cord or other connections will allow to determine the best placement You may also want to try the subwoof...

Page 9: ... PLUG from the center port Frequency Response with plug in center port and BASS BOOST 15Hz 200Hz 3db Frequency Response with plug in center port at MAX OUTPUT 20Hz 200Hz 3db Frequency Response with unsealed ports and BASS BOOST 17Hz 200Hz 3db Frequency Response with unsealed ports at MAX OUTPUT 24Hz 200Hz 3db WHY TWO SUBWOOFERS ARE BETTER THAN ONE SUBWOOFER Two or more subwoofers will naturally ou...

Page 10: ...noise Try another cable or speaker wire Also move the signal cable away from AC cables power transformers or other EMI sources You have an amplifier problem Disconnect all interconnects from the amplifier If still hums call or email technical support A light dimmer or other triac based SRC device is on the same AC circuit Your speaker wires or intercon nects are the cause Use an AC line filter or ...

Page 11: ...the woofer plays fine then the amp needs repair If it does not play then the woofer is bad Make sure the switch on the back of the sub is in the ON position Check that you are using the correct power cord and that it is plugged in securely at both ends Make sure that the AC outlet the subwoofer is plugged into is working Try another power cord If you have determined you are using the correct power...

Page 12: ...NOT MADE AND DOES NOT HEREBY MAKE ANY OTHER REPRESENTATION WARRANTY OR COVENANT WITH RESPECT TO THE CONDITION QUALITY DURA BILITY DESIGN OPERATION CAPACITY FITNESS FOR USE OR SUITABILITY OF THE B I C ELECTRONIC PRODUCT 2020 B I C America B I C America 15335 Don Julian Road City of Industry CA 91745 1 877 558 4242 4BIC www bicamerica com Exclusion of Certain Damages B I C America s liability for an...

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