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Placement

Place the subwoofer next to a wall or in a corner near your main speakers. Typically, the sound is best when the subwoofer
is within 15 feet (5m) of the main speakers. However, the sharp 24dB/octave crossover roll-off permits placement farther
from the main speakers if necessary. Since the ear is unable to localize the low frequencies of the subwoofer, the bass still
appears to come from the main speakers. In most cases, the subwoofer may be placed anywhere in the listening room.

The level of bass output from the subwoofer will vary at different positions in a room. When placed near walls, its loudness
is emphasized. Corner placement provides the most bass output, while placement near only one wall will provide some-
what less bass. Placement completely away from walls may produce too little bass. Regardless of how you place the sub-
woofer, you can adjust the subwoofer’s level with its volume control. If you move the subwoofer, recheck the setting of the
polarity switch. Use the setting that yields the louder and more dynamic sound.

IMPORTANT:

Do not place the subwoofer where there is a chance of contact between the rear panel and drapes or 

furniture. Avoid obstructing air flow to the back.

Position PV500 in corner
for maximum bass output

Summary of Contents for PV500

Page 1: ...Powered Subwoofer PV500...

Page 2: ...nto your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point wher...

Page 3: ...eater electronics that perform their own bass management Because of its high powered amplifier and computer optimized tuning the PV500 is capable of impressive deep bass and high output from a remarka...

Page 4: ...nd 18 gauge wire or thicker for runs up to 15 feet 4 5m and 16 gauge wire or thicker for longer runs Separate the first few inches of the wire conductors Strip off 1 2 inch 13mm of insulation from the...

Page 5: ...BassTrac CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR BACK OF RECEIVER Connecting the Subwoofer to Digital Home Theater Systems Digital 5 1 6 1 and 7 1 home...

Page 6: ...ullest most dynamic bass The effect of phase will be most audible on low frequency percussion instruments or music with a continuously repeating bass line Power light and power status The power light...

Page 7: ...bwoofer will vary at different positions in a room When placed near walls its loudness is emphasized Corner placement provides the most bass output while placement near only one wall will provide some...

Page 8: ...Boston Acoustics service representative and to present proof of purchase in the form of your sales slip when requesting service Excluded from this warranty is damage that results from abuse misuse acc...

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