Subwoofer Operating Instructions
Thank you for acquiring a
Reel Acoustics
powered subwoofer. Please read the following
information and directions to achieve the best performance from your Reel Subwoofer.
Once properly set-up, your subwoofer will provide reliable, high-performance sound for
many years to come.
Please remember to heed to any warnings on the product and in this Owners Manual.
Important Notes:
• Read and retain this Owners Manual for future reference.
• Keep original or copy of your sales receipt for warranty purposes.
• Do not open unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
• Avoid temperature extremes. This unit should not be operated with ambient temperatures below
5C or greater than 40C.
• Avoid damp or wet areas. Avoid direct sunlight.
• Clean with a damp, lint free cloth. Do not use spirit-based cleaners.
• Trailing cables are dangerous. Secure all cables so no one can trip or cause damage to your equipment.
Placement:
• Subwoofer performance is greatly affected by room placement. These notes will help you locate the best
place for your listening preference.
• The Reel Acoustic Subwoofer is designed to integrate with any music system and enhance the bass
performance of all speakers.
• The cabinets of the Reel subwoofer are designed to blend with most doors. It can be placed beside your
main system, behind the sofa or in a corner.
• Room configuration, materials and speaker placement will greatly affect the performance of your speaker
system. Reflections from glass, wood and walls,as well as absorption from couches, carpets and drapes
will affect the sound in rooms with varying degrees.
• As a general rule, bass increases as the subwoofer is placed closer to a wall. Therefore bass output is
maximized when the unit is placed in a corner.
• It is recommended that you place the subwoofer along the same wall as your main speakers.
• One technique is to temporarily place the subwoofer very close to the regular listening position. Play
some music and walk around the room listening for your desired sound. This then would be the ideal
location to place the subwoofer.
Connections & Controls
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Important:
When integrating your Reel subwoofer into your audio/video system or before making
changes to the connections, please make sure that all power to your entire music system is turned off
and the subwoofer is unplugged.
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Power Cord:
Plug the main power cable into any AC outlet.
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Power Indicator:
The LED (Light Emitting Diode) on the Reel logo tells you the state of operation.
Red means the unit is plugged into AC but in standby mode. Green means unit is receiving signal and in
performance mode. No light means not plugged into the AC outlet.
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Power Switch:
All Reel woofers have a “ON / OFF / AUTO” power switch. In the ON position the
amplifier is always active and waiting for a signal from your TV or receiver to operate. In the OFF
position the amplifier is off and the sub will not play. In the AUTO position the woofer will turn on as
soon as the amplifier sees a signal from your TV or receiver. After 15 minutes of no signal the woofer
will go into standby mode, shutting down the amplifier and returning the LED from green to red.
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