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INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
RCA CABLE
For line-level connections, use high-quality RCA cables that feature low impedance,
double shielding and gold-plated connectors (see
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
on
page
7
). Consult your local Niles dealer for their recommendations.
LOUDSPEAKER WIRE
Use 2-conductor loudspeaker wire for loudspeaker-level connections to the
Pro15SW and satellite loudspeakers (see
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
on page
7
).
For these applications, we recommend using 16-gauge wire. For wiring runs longer
than 80 feet, we recommend 14-gauge wire. The Pro15SW’s gold-plated, fi ve-way,
loudspeaker-level binding posts will accommodate up to 12-gauge wire directly.
Larger sizes can be accommodated via pin connectors.
RUNNING WIRES IN WALLS OR CEILINGS
When running wire inside walls or ceilings, use special jacketed cable (CL-2 or CL-3)
to protect the wire and to meet local electrical and fi re codes. In some areas, conduit
is also required. For a trouble-free installation, low-voltage wire such as loudspeaker
wire must be run in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any applicable
provisions of the local building code. If you are unsure of the correct installation
techniques, wire jacket, or type of conduit to use, consult a professional audio/video
installer, building contractor, or the local building and inspection department.
PRO15SW PLACEMENT
The StageFront Pro15SW Powered Subwoofer is expressly designed for use in
home theater and multi-channel bass reinforcement applications. For home theater
front, center or rear-channel applications, we recommend using StageFront Pro
or In-Wall models. Models ending in “LCR” are intended primarily for front channel
left/center/right placement or wherever a monopole design is required. Models that
end in “FX” are designed for special effect placement. StageFront Home Theater
Solutions™ Loudspeakers are the perfect choice wherever quality of sound is the
most important consideration.
THE BOUNDARY EFFECT
Placing a Pro15SW in a corner can powerfully affect the way a listener perceives
bass response. Known as the boundary effect, a placement close to a corner-wall
boundary will emphasize certain bass frequencies, while canceling others. This
effect can make the Pro15SW sound excessively boomy and inaccurate to some
listeners, while to others it just seems like more bass sound. Some listeners may
prefer to place the subwoofer (or subwoofers) near the same location as the main
left/right channel loudspeakers.
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