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Copyright © 2018 Atlantic Technology International.

Specifications are those in effect at the time of printing. Atlantic Technology reserves 
the right to change specifications or designs at any time without notice. Dolby Digital, 
AC-3, Dolby Stereo and Dolby Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing 
Corporation

Table of Contents

 

3  Model SBT-1000 and SBT-500 Subwoofers

  4-5  Subwoofer Rear Panel diagrams
 

5 Features

 

6  Connecting Your Subwoofer

 

    Subwoofer Line Out to Low Level In

 

    Power Connection

 

7  Low Level Connection

One Subout/LFE Output

 

8  Low Level Connections

Two Subout/LFE Outputs

 

9  Placement and Operation

 

9  System Setup

 

    Subwoofer Tuning Without Aides

 

    How Much Bass is Enough?

 

10

    Using the Subwoofer Lowpass Control

 

    The Phase Invert Control

 

     Center Channel Modes

 

     Care of Your Subwoofer

 

11     Troubleshooting  Guide

 

     Specifications

Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with arrowhead, 

within an equilateral triangle, alerts the 

alert the user to uninsulated “dangerous 

voltage” within the product enclosure that 

may be of sufficient magnitude to consti-

tute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an 

equilateral triangle alerts the user to 

important operating maintenance or 

servicing instructions in the literature 

accompanying the appliance.

2

Safety Precautions

SBT-1000  &  SBT-500  Powered  Subwoofers         

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.

For Future Reference

Record your speaker and amplifier serial numbers and date 

of purchase here:

Model Number 

Serial Number 

Date of Purchase 

 

The serial number is found on the back panel.

Summary of Contents for SBT-1000

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Model SBT 1000 SBT 500 High Performance Powered Subwoofers ...

Page 2: ...ety Precautions The lightning flash with arrowhead within an equilateral triangle alerts the alert the user to uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti tute a risk of electrical shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to important operating maintenance or servicing instructions in the lite...

Page 3: ... effects are built These subwoofers are capable of delivering very high output levels and wide dynamic range When properly placed either will provide smooth deep bass response extending to 20Hz The proprietary high efficiency amplifier are conser vatively rated at 500 and 1000 watts RMS Each ampli fier drives dual long throw woofers either 10 inch or 12 inch size in a robust enclosure for accurate...

Page 4: ...V 110 120VAC 60Hz 220 240V Use fuse T6 3AL 250V 220 240VAC 50Hz Line In 80 60 140 R L Left Right XLR Inputs Volume Phase Normal Invert EQ Max SPL Max Range Lowpass Normal Bypass Red standby Green on Standby Off On Auto Min 40 Max 110 120V Use fuse T6 3AL 250V 110 120VAC 60Hz Crossover Frequency ON OFF Power Input SBT 500 RoHS Made In China Input Voltage RATED POWER CONSUMPTION 500W 220 240V Use fu...

Page 5: ...ered subwoofer has been engineered using the latest technology and finest components available Dual long throw composite cone bass drivers each with a vented motor structure and high temperature 4 layer voice coil This powerful driver design has a very stiff cone that acts like a piston throughout its operating range Its massive magnetic motor assembly and high tempera ture component parts deliver...

Page 6: ...ted the amplifier enters its low power draw Standby mode Standby operation can be bypassed by putting the switch in the ON posi tion The OFF position inactivates the subwoofer When the sub is on the power LED located on the amplifier panel glows green The LED glows yellow in the Standby mode The LED is dark if the Stand by switch is set to OFF Subwoofer Line Out to Low Level In Run an RCA cable fr...

Page 7: ...XLR INPUTS Left Right Sub Out LFE SBT 1000 input shown SBT 500 is similar Low Level Subwoofer Connection 7 Monaural Connection SBT 1000 SBT 500 Powered Subwoofers ...

Page 8: ...XLR INPUTS Left Right Sub Out LFE Sub Out LFE SBT 1000 input shown SBT 500 is similar 8 Stereo Connection SBT 1000 SBT 500 Powered Subwoofers ...

Page 9: ...me this way or should your Processor Receiver not have a subwoofer level control just use the subwoofer s volume control to set the balance If you decide not to use an SPL meter try to set all the speaker levels the same using the Test Tones Subwoofer Tuning Without Aides SPL Meter or Test Tones Start your listening with the subwoofer Lowpass control set at 80Hz or in the Bypass position if you re...

Page 10: ...ot precisely in phase or out of phase at the narrow range of bass cov ered by both speakers If so just use the low pass and volume adjustments to set the subwoofer balance A Word About Bass Center Channel Modes and System Set Up Many surround processors and receivers feature a Wide and Normal mode for the center channel speaker Atlantic Tech nology recommends that the center channel be operated in...

Page 11: ... SPL Low Level line 20k Ohms 20k Ohms Peak Output 2500 cu ft 107dB SPL 107dB SPL Dimensions W H D W H D inches 22 4 x 22 9 x 22 4 18 5 x 18 8 x 18 5 mm 568 x 581 x 568 470 x 477 x 470 Weight 110lbs 50kg 66lbs 30kg AC Power Compatibility 110VAC 50 60Hz 110VAC 50 60Hz 240VAC 50 60Hz 240VAC 50 60Hz 11 SBT 1000 SBT 500 Powered Subwoofers AC power cord unplugged or plugged into a non working outlet Inp...

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