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 Figure 7. Wiring diagram for the DECO Home Theater System

POSITIONING THE DECO 8 SUBWOOFER

True subwoofers operate at extremely low frequencies which are primarily

omnidirectional. This allows great flexibility in the placement of the subwoofer.

Finding the best location in your environment will likely require some

experimentation. We suggest experimenting with various locations during the setup

of the DECO 8 subwoofer to find a location that suits you best when you are

seated in your typical listening position. Keep in mind that frequency response

and output level can be drastically influenced by placement, depending on the

acoustic properties of the listening room. Typically, the optimum location for a

subwoofer is tucked away in a corner of your listening room. This location will

usually offer the greatest output levels and optimum low frequency extension.

The worst location for a subwoofer is typically far way from any walls, and close to

the center of your room. Avoid these locations when possible.

Caution!  This subwoofer has electronics built in to the cabinet. Do not

place the cabinet next to sources of heat such as furnace registers,

radiators, etc. Do not place the unit near sources of excessive moisture,

such as evaporative coolers, humidifiers, etc. The power cord should be

routed in such a way that it will not be walked on, pinched, or compressed

in any way that could result in damaging the insulation or wire.

The DECO 8 Subwoofer must remain in an upright position (woofer facing forward,

amp rearward). Using, shipping, or otherwise storing the subwoofer in any other

position for an extended period of time may result in damage not covered by

warranty.

Because of the small size of the DECO 8 cabinet and the large motor structure

(204 oz.), this subwoofer is 

NOT

 magnetically shielded to reduce the amount of

stray magnetic energy emitted from the speaker. This stray magnetic field can

have a negative effect on your video system when the unit is placed close to video

monitors. Certain types of televisions are particularly sensitive to stray magnetic

fields. If your television produces distorted colors after installing your subwoofer,

simply increase the distance between your television and the DECO 8 Subwoofer.

Velodyne recommends a 

MINIMUM

 

of five feet between any video monitor and

the DECO 8 Subwoofer.

The Velodyne DECO 8 subwoofer, like any high quality speaker, requires proper

positioning within the listening space, to provide maximum performance. An

improperly placed subwoofer may degrade the sound quality and reduce your

listening pleasure.

LEFT

RIGHT

CENTER

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER

RIGHT

LEFT

LEFT

RIGHT

SUB

WOOFER

FRONT

REAR

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AMPLIFIER/RECEIVER

MAIN SPEAKER OUTPUTS 

LEFT

RIGHT

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Summary of Contents for DECO

Page 1: ...Jr Audio June 1998 How do they get this kind of bass out of such a tiny box Deep tight tuneful and loud enough to rattle pictures on the wall this is serious subwoofing Robert Deutsch Stereophile Gui...

Page 2: ...LLITE MOUNTING 6 SUBWOOFER POSITIONING 8 CONNECTING SATELLITES 9 CONNECTING CONFIGURING SUBWOOFER 10 TYPICAL HOME THEATER SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM 13 CARE AND CLEANING 15 TROUBLESHOOTING THE DECO 8 SUBWO...

Page 3: ...s recommended Registration provides us with purchase date dealer information to assist us when validating your warranty for covered repairs Serial Number _________________ Register ONLINE It s faster...

Page 4: ...t and a key hole slot for various wall mounting options The DECO Satellites are designed to integrate flawlessly with the DECO 8 subwoofer As you carefully unpack the system you will find the followin...

Page 5: ...z to 20 kHz 3 dB Recommend Amplifier Power 25 watts to 150 watts Inputs Gold Plated Binding Posts Accepts bare wire or banana plugs Warranty Five years Enclosure Dimensions H W D 8 0 x 5 5 x 6 0 Weigh...

Page 6: ...e unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance 3 The unit has been exposed to water 4 Some part of the cabinet or amplifier is physically damaged Thank you for p...

Page 7: ...rotection circuit 1 continuously monitors the input signal and the demands placed on the subwoofer This circuit automatically functions to protect the driver or amplifier from being overdriven and pro...

Page 8: ...t speakers should be placed behind to the side and slightly above the listener s head The rear speakers are not as placement critical as the center and front speakers The main purpose of the rear spea...

Page 9: ...date the use of the SANUS System Euro Foundation Series stand Other speaker stand models may work but Velodyne recommends the use of the SANUS System stand see Figure 4 Figure 8 Suggested Knob Positio...

Page 10: ...s humidifiers etc The power cord should be routed in such a way that it will not be walked on pinched or compressed in any way that could result in damaging the insulation or wire The DECO 8 Subwoofer...

Page 11: ...r power switch is located on the back panel of the subwoofer If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time the master power switch should be turned off to prolong the life of the sub...

Page 12: ...ofer or acoustic differences resulting from room placement distance between subwoofer and front satellites A mismatched system will result in cancellation of some sound output between the subwoofer an...

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