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TSS-SUB4000
ENGLISH
Power On
Plug your subwoofer’s AC cord into a wall outlet. Do not use the
outlets on the back of the receiver.
Initially set the Subwoofer Level (Volume) Control
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to the
“min” position.
Turn on your sub by pressing the Power Switch
∞
on the
rear panel.
Auto On/Standby
With the Power Switch
∞
in the ON position, the Power Indica-
tor LED on the front of the subwoofer will remain backlit in red
or green to indicate the On/Standby mode of the subwoofer.
RED = STANDBY (No signal detected, Amp Off)
GREEN = ON (Signal detected, Amp On)
The subwoofer will automatically enter the Standby mode after
approximately 10 minutes when no signal is detected from your
system.The subwoofer will then power ON instantly when a sig-
nal is detected. During periods of normal use, the Power Switch
∞
can be left on.You may turn off the Power Switch
∞
for
extended periods of nonoperation, e.g., when you are away
on vacation.
Adjust Gain
Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie
soundtrack at a moderate level.Turn up the Subwoofer Level
(Volume) Control
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about halfway. If no sound emanates from
the subwoofer, check the AC-line cord and input cables. Are the
connectors on the cables making proper contact? Is the AC
plug connected to a “live” receptacle? Has the Power Switch
∞
been pressed to the “On” position? Once you have con-
firmed that the subwoofer is active, proceed by playing a CD,
record or cassette. Use a selection that has ample bass infor-
mation.
Set the overall volume control of the preamplifier or stereo to a
comfortable level. Adjust the Subwoofer Level (Volume) Control
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until you obtain a pleasing blend of bass. Bass response
should not overpower the room but rather should be adjusted
so there is a harmonious blend across the entire musical
range. Many users have a tendency to set the subwoofer volume
too loud, adhering to the belief that a subwoofer is there to pro-
duce lots of bass.This is not entirely true. A subwoofer is there
to enhance bass, extending the response of the entire system
so the bass can be felt as well as heard. However, overall
balance must be maintained or the music will not sound
natural. An experienced listener will set the volume of the sub-
woofer so its impact on bass response is always there but never
obtrusive.
O
PERATION
Low-Pass Selector
If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS processor/receiver, the
Crossover Frequency is set by the processor/receiver. Consult
your owner’s manual to learn how to view or change this set-
ting. In this case, the Low-Pass Selector
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should be set to
“Off”.
We strongly recommend this setup method.
When this switch
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is in the “On” position, the subwoofer will
reproduce frequencies below 150Hz.
Phase Control
The Phase Switch
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determines whether the subwoofer
speaker’s piston-like action moves in and out with the main
speakers, 0˚, or opposite the main speakers, 180˚. Proper
phase adjustment depends on several variables such as room
size, subwoofer placement and listener position. Adjust the
phase switch to maximize bass output at the listening position.
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