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PROFICIENT

GS6

61/2" Powered Subwoofer 

Owner’s Manual

Summary of Contents for GS6

Page 1: ...PROFICIENT GS6 61 2 Powered Subwoofer Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bra...

Page 3: ... OF CONTENTS 3 GS6 FEATURES 4 What s Included 4 INTRODUCTION 5 GS6 FEATURES 6 GS6 Subwoofer Rear Panel 6 INSTALLATION 8 Subwoofer Placement 8 CONNECTIONS 9 OPERATING the GS6 10 Power ON OFF 10 Volume 10 SPECIFICATIONS 11 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY 12 ...

Page 4: ...nual GS6 FEATURES Basic Description Amplified Subwoofer Amplifier 30W Continuous x 1 Channel 35Hz 200Hz 1 THD Audio Input Line Level 1 3 5mm Stereo Mini Jack Speaker Configuration Subwoofer 61 2 Cone Subwoofer Ported Enclosure Control Sub Volume Auto Sense Power ON OFF GS6 FEATURES ...

Page 5: ...ity The solid GS6 subwoofer cabinet is a bass reflex design with an integrated low profile wood port that tunes the enclosure The sub cabinet measures a trim H 95 8 x W 9 x D 10 and can fit just about anywhere The GS6 system features a Sub Volume control so the subwoofer output level can be balanced with the main speakers connected to an audio receiver or amplifier for solid natural bass that isn ...

Page 6: ...til bass is full and natural sounding 4 POWER LED The Power LED will illuminate red to indicate Standby power switch ON no audio signal present and green to indicate that the GS6 is ON audio signal present 5 ON AUTO ON position defeats audio sensing on the Line Input The GS6 amp will always be ON if the Power switch is in the ON position AUTO position will sense audio input on the Line Inputs and ...

Page 7: ...ASS PORT Tuned opening in the GS6 cabinet allows air to release from the cabinet and enhance low frequency audio Allow at least 3 inches of clearance to a back wall to allow air to move freely from the port for full bass extension Diagram 2 GS6 Sub Bass Port ...

Page 8: ... A little bit of trial and error may help in finding a particularly good location Also if locating the sub next to an equipment cabinet or some other piece of furniture be sure the grille of the GS6 is at least even with the front of the cabinet so the low frequency sound waves are not blocked and can properly open up into the room DO Place the GS6 with its feet resting on a solid flat level surfa...

Page 9: ...The GS6 will sum the left and right channels into a single sub channel The GS6 frequency response is 35Hz 200Hz so it will only output low frequency sound 2 Set the GS6 Sub Volume to balance the low frequency audio output of the GS6 with the main speakers so the GS6 bass level sounds like a natural extension of the main speakers Once set adjust system volume main speakers and sub with the audio re...

Page 10: ... OFF standby when no audio signal has been detected for more than five minutes The Power switch can be used as a manual power off if desired VOLUME Set the Sub Volume on the GS6 using the following steps There may be some trial and error in getting just the right levels and you may want to make adjustments to the settings as you become familiar with the sound of the GS6 Once the Sub Volume has bee...

Page 11: ...og L R Inputs 11 K Ohms Input Overload analog L R Inputs 4 85 Vrms Frequency Response 35Hz 200Hz S N Ratio A Wtd dB below 1 Watt 86 dB Subwoofer Subwoofer 61 2 Long Excursion Poly Coated Composite Paper Cone Power Consumption Standby 2 9 Watts No signal idle 8 5 Watts At 1 8 of Rated Power 3 75 Watts Channel 4Ω 42 Watts Rear Panel Marked Line Ratings 100 240V 60 50Hz Subwoofer Dimensions Includes ...

Page 12: ...ient Audio will contact you to arrange for return of the product to you at your expense EXCLUSIONS This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident disaster misuse abuse negligence inad equate packing or shipping procedures commercial use voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit or service repair or modification of the product by unauthorized dea...

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