Krix Tektonix Owner'S Manual Download Page 11

Due to continued development specifications may change without notice.

Volcanix: specifications

Drivers

Bass Driver

Electronics

Amplifier Power
Amplifier S/N
Distortion

 

-

 

Input to Speaker

Line Level Inputs

General

Frequency Range
Output
Auto Power On / Off
Phase Select
Filters 

Cabinet

Enclosure Type
Dimensions
Material
Finish
Weight

Nominal 305mm (12”) diameter paper cone driver, 50mm long throw 
voice coil, developed for high level, low frequency reinforcement

450 watts RMS into the nominal 4 ohm driver
>90dB
<0.1% - @ 400 watts RMS
Left Input (mono)   

300mV RMS for maximum output

Left + Right Input (stereo) 

150mV RMS for maximum output

16Hz - 200Hz (-6dB) in room response
125dB maximum SPL in room response
15 minute delay before switching to standby after no input signal
0° or 180° (relative to input signal)
Low pass filter 50-195Hz, Bypass
High pass filter to limit driver excursion below 22Hz

Bass reflex, front vented
506mm high x 400mm wide x 470mm deep (including grille and feet)
18mm MDF
Vinyl or lacquered timber veneer
23kg

specification

warranty

5 year warranty applies to the cabinet and 
speaker.

2 year warranty applies to the amplifier and 
related internal electronics.

(Refer to the details on the warranty card 
supplied)

queries

If you have any queries regarding the Tektonix 
or Volcanix setup procedure or any other Krix 
product, please contact your nearest Krix 
retailer or Krix directly. Contact details are on 
the back cover of this booklet.

Tektonix: specifications

Drivers

Bass Driver

Electronics

Amplifier Power
Amplifier S/N
Distortion

 

-

 

Input to Speaker

Line Level Inputs

General

Frequency Range
Output
Auto Power On / Off
Phase Select
Filters 

Cabinet

Enclosure Type
Dimensions
Material
Finish
Weight

Nominal 275mm (11”) diameter paper cone driver, 50mm long throw 
voice coil, developed for high level, low frequency reinforcement

450 watts RMS into the nominal 4 ohm driver
>90dB
<0.1% - @ 400 watts RMS
Left Input (mono)   

300mV RMS for maximum output

Left + Right Input (stereo) 

150mV RMS for maximum output

22Hz - 200Hz (-6dB) in room response
123dB maximum SPL in room response
15 minute delay before switching to standby after no input signal
0° or 180° (relative to input signal)
Low pass filter 50-195Hz, Bypass
High pass filter to limit driver excursion below 26Hz

Bass reflex, front vented
451mm high x 360mm wide x 415mm deep (including grille and feet)
18mm MDF
Vinyl or lacquered timber veneer
18kg

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Summary of Contents for Tektonix

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Tektonix and Volcanix ...

Page 2: ... on the back of this manual before you plug in your equipment Disclaimer To the extent permissible by law 1 All warranties conditions representations promises and statements relating howsoever to this product whether express or implied and whether in contract or tort are excluded to the extent permitted by law and 2 Our liability to you under a condition or warranty if any implied into this sale a...

Page 3: ...5 minutes the subwoofer will switch into standby if no signal is present When set to 12V trigger the subwoofer will switch on from standby when 12V is applied to the trigger input on the rear panel of your subwoofer This allows the subwoofer to switch between on and standby in perfect synchronisation with an AV amp receiver equipped with a trigger output Auto Sensitivity Adjusts the subwoofers swi...

Page 4: ...o an AV amp receiver equipped with a trigger output 5 15V DC or AC may be used to trigger the subwoofer polarity is not critical line in Line level stereo input with summing function high level inputs High level inputs with summing function for use with amplifier speaker outputs power switch and socket Unit should be switched off when not in use for extended periods 4 controls and features ...

Page 5: ...his high efficiency Class D amplifier generates far less heat than conventional amplifiers and therefore requires no bulky external heatsinking A high current switch mode power supply ensures full power can be delivered for sustained periods producing maximum dynamics and impact from your subwoofer signal processor The Tektonix and Volcanix subwoofers feature a high integrity signal processor thro...

Page 6: ... to localise Therefore it may be harder to integrate the sound of your subwoofer with your main speakers D Placing your subwoofer away from your walls can result in satisfying results but maximum output from your subwoofer may be reduced E Subwoofers may also be placed inside cabinetry Please refer to the link on the subwoofer page of the Krix website for suggestions The subwoofer is not magnetica...

Page 7: ...iver is smaller than 5 1 4 use a higher setting 100Hz 120Hz 150Hz to send more of the bass information to your subwoofer Consult your receiver manual for further bass management options and settings manual subwoofer calibration When using the subwoofer in a home theatre installation it is beneficial to listen to movies with extended periods of low bass explosions rumbles etc This will allow you to...

Page 8: ...ss You may need to listen to a variety of recordings to hear any subtle change in bass energy If no change in bass energy can be heard between phase settings set phase to 0 default position Re adjust volume if necessary You may wish to fine tune the crossover frequency low pass setting This will vary the amount of overlap from the subwoofer to the main speakers and increase or decrease the level a...

Page 9: ... connection Using multiple subwoofers can be useful in large or troublesome installations where more uniform bass coverage is desired If your receiver has only one subwoofer output use a RCA Y connector to connect both subwoofer L LFE inputs to the one mono SUB output left and right subwoofers stereo connection If your receiver has stereo line level subwoofer outputs a left and right subwoofer may...

Page 10: ... amp receiver for subwoofer setup procedure Check trigger cable connection and then refer to AV amp receiver for trigger setup procedure Turn subwoofer mains power off and on If problem persists contact your Krix retailer or Krix directly Check power switch is set to I Check mains outlet is suppling power using another appliance e g lamp If problem persists contact your Krix retailer or Krix direc...

Page 11: ...year warranty applies to the amplifier and related internal electronics Refer to the details on the warranty card supplied queries If you have any queries regarding the Tektonix or Volcanix setup procedure or any other Krix product please contact your nearest Krix retailer or Krix directly Contact details are on the back cover of this booklet Tektonix specifications Drivers Bass Driver Electronics...

Page 12: ...materials Do not place unit against curtains or furnishings This equipment is heavy To avoid injury to persons Be careful when you lift the unit Install the unit on the ground so that it cannot fall onto anyone This equipment can cause extreme vibrations To avoid injury to persons fire or damage to the unit Do not put the unit near things that might be damaged by vibration Do not put the unit near...

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