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SPL-Ultra User’s Manual

Following are brief descriptions of the connections described in Figure 2.  More detail on these
connections can be found in the next section.

(1) LOW-PASS CROSSOVER

Use this knob to select the frequency above which you wish to roll off the signal to the
subwoofer.  When the knob is turned all the way to the left, the Subwoofer Direct feature
is invoked and the subwoofer plays all frequencies up to 200 Hz.

(2) VOLUME Control

This control allows you to balance the output from the subwoofer to the main speakers in
your system.  This control should be set to achieve similar volume level from between both
the main speakers and subwoofer.  When pressing volume up or down, set the level while
watching the LED display for reference. The upper button increases the subwoofer level and
the lower button decreases it.

Note:

Volume is also controllable by using the supplied remote. When defaults are restored,

the default volume setting is 30 out of 80.

(3) AUTO ON/OFF Switch

Use this switch to select between auto-on (active) and constant on (auto-on
inactive) operation.

(4) LINE OUTPUT

Connect these jacks to the LINE IN amp input to use the SPL-Ultra subwoofer’s internal high
pass crossover.  See below for a more detailed explanation of this crossover. 

(5) LINE INPUT/LFE Input

Connect these jacks to the LINE OUT preamp output, LFE output or subwoofer output jacks
of your receiver/processor.  If using the LFE output from your receiver or processor, plug
the single cable into the “L” - LFE input or for more signal, use a “Y” connector (not included)
and feed the signal into both “R” and “L” inputs.

(6) SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT Terminals

Connect these input terminals to the speaker output terminals of your amplifier or receiver.
If you use this method of connection, when you go to the receiver speaker set up menu,
make sure you select the large speaker option.

(7) IR Input

This is a connection to allow you to purchase a third-party infrared remote sensor or an
extended cable for placement closer to your other remote controlled equipment. This keeps
you from awkward control angles using the infrared remote control.   

(8) 12v Trigger

When this mini jack is connected, the unit remains in power-off mode until 12 volts is
supplied across the two leads. There is no polarity requirement.  

Summary of Contents for SPL-1000 Ultra

Page 1: ...Series SPL 800 Ultra SPL 1000 Ultra SPL 1200 Ultra U S E R S M A N U A L High Output Digital EQ Subwoofer ...

Page 2: ... w w w v e l o d y n e c o m SPL Ultra User s Manual i ...

Page 3: ... Contents Congratulations 1 Installation 3 Front Panel Features 5 Rear Panel Connections 7 Rear Panel Connections Detailed Explanation 9 Interconnect Cables 10 Usage 11 Care of Your Subwoofer 15 Troubleshooting and Service 15 Specifications 16 Velodyne Products 18 ...

Page 4: ...mode setting Mute control Woofer 8 6 5 piston diameter subwoofer with 2 5 high temp voice coil and 107 ounce magnet 204 ounce motor structure SPL 800 Ultra 10 8 piston diameter subwoofer with 3 voice coil and 162 ounce magnet 346 ounce motor structure SPL 1000 Ultra 12 9 7 piston diameter subwoofer with 3 voice coil and 162 ounce magnet 346 ounce motor structure SPL 1200 Ultra Built in 2400 watts ...

Page 5: ...in stereo it is preferable to feed each subwoofer with one channel and place each subwoofer near the satellite of the same channel Depending on the size and type of furnishings in the room perfect placement may not be possible Finding the best location within your environment will likely require some experimentation We suggest you experiment with the location during setup to find what sounds best ...

Page 6: ...ers in your system This control should be set to achieve similar output levels from both the main speakers and subwoofer when listening to music The default volume setting is 30 on a 1 80 scale Warning Some manufacturers preset their receivers with the Sub Out channel signal at a minimum level It is very important to verify that your receiver Sub Out channel is set to the same output level as your...

Page 7: ...put If the settings sound similar we recommend the 0 position See the remote control section for more information Auto Tur n on Function The subwoofer will turn itself on automatically when an audio signal is present If no signal is present for approximately eight minutes the unit will switch to standby mode blank LED While in standby mode your subwoofer will draw very minimal power Your sub is sh...

Page 8: ...igure 1 SPL Ultra Front Panel Features RE Figure 1 shows the features on the front panel of the SPL Ultra Front Panel Features 5 w w w v e l o d y n e c o m SPL Ultra User s Manual MIC VOL 1 2 3 4 POWER ...

Page 9: ...et to achieve similar volume level of both the main speakers and subwoofer The default volume is 30 The upper button increases the subwoofer level and the lower button decreases it Note Volume can also be controllable by using the supplied remote WARNING Some manufacturers preset their receivers with the Sub Out A K A LFE channel signal at a minimum level It is very important to verify that your r...

Page 10: ...ear Panel Connections 7 w w w v e l o d y n e c o m SPL Ultra User s Manual Figure 2 SPL Ultra Rear Panel Connections RE Figure 2 shows the connections on the rear panel of the SPL Ultra 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ...

Page 11: ...auto on active and constant on auto on inactive operation 4 LINE OUTPUT Connect these jacks to the LINE IN amp input to use the SPL Ultra subwoofer s internal high pass crossover See below for a more detailed explanation of this crossover 5 LINE INPUT LFE Input Connect these jacks to the LINE OUT preamp output LFE output or subwoofer output jacks of your receiver processor If using the LFE output ...

Page 12: ...r to the main speakers in your system Do this by listening to the blend between your satellites and subwoofer using familiar material If your main speakers are smaller units with limited low frequency output you may wish to choose a higher frequency such as 100 120 Hz than you would with larger speakers which have greater low frequency output With larger speakers you might start with this control ...

Page 13: ...eftmost position This will eliminate the internal crossover from the signal path Note If you are not using an external crossover you should use the built in crossover for the best performance When using a single RCA sub out from the processor connect to the L LFE input on the subwoofer or for more signal use a Y connector and feed the signal into both R and L inputs When installing your new Velody...

Page 14: ... Figure 3 Remote Control POWER This button forces your SPL Ultra unit into standby mode The woofer will not play and the LED will turn off The unit will remain in this mode until the POWER button is pressed again To fully deactivate i e power down the unit turn off the power switch on the back panel MUTE This button mutes the subwoofer The display will show 00 when the unit is muted To unmute the ...

Page 15: ... you hear the most bass The setting will be shown in the front panel display by PH followed by the phase setting selected 0 90 180 or 270 degrees LIGHT If you wish you can deactivate the blue front panel display on your SPL Ultra unit To do this press the LIGHT button on your remote The display will turn off It will turn on briefly to reflect any other setting changes while deactivated To reactiva...

Page 16: ...ideo games The following table indicates musical style and which preset is recommended for it MUSICAL STYLE SUGGESTED PRESET Action Adventure Movies Movies Country Rock R B Rock Country Soft Jazz Classical Folk Jazz Classical Indie Music R B Rock Pop R B Rock Rock R B Rock Alternative Rock Jazz Classical Blues Jazz Classical Broadway and Vocalists Jazz Classical Children s Music Jazz Classical Chr...

Page 17: ... dB Restor e Defaults There is a feature that allows you to restore default settings for your SPL Ultra subwoofer By pressing presets in EXACTLY the following order on the remote the unit s LED display will blink and then show P3 briefly indicating that you have restored defaults 1 Movies 2 R B Rock 3 Jazz Classical 4 Games 5 Games 6 Jazz Classical 7 R B Rock 8 Movies When you press the presets in...

Page 18: ...nput signal from your source 4 Have all controls on the amplifier volume crossover phase etc been properly set 5 If the unit has been running at high levels one of the protection circuits may be engaged Has the amplifier overheated 6 Has the power button been depressed on the remote 7 Make sure binding posts are tightened If the protection circuitry is active the unit may cycle on and off until op...

Page 19: ...oil 2 5 Dual Layer 3 Dual Layer 3 Dual Layer inner outer wind inner outer wind inner outer wind Inputs Line and Speaker Level Line and Speaker Level Line and Speaker Level Outputs Line level 80Hz up Line level 80Hz up Line level 80Hz up Phase 0 90 180 270 degrees 0 90 180 270 degrees 0 90 180 270 degrees Video Shielded No Yes Yes Dimensions H W D 11 x 10 5 x 14 13 5 x 13 x 16 15 25 x 14 88 x 18 5 ...

Page 20: ...ge caused by accidents abuse misuse natural or personal disaster or unauthorized modification The VELODYNE products are not intended for professional or commercial use and VELODYNE is not responsible for damage resulting from such use 4 The VELODYNE product warranty is limited to units that are purchased from authorized VELODYNE dealers and finalized within authorized dealer locations 5 This warra...

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