AV RECEIVER/DECODER OUTPUT PANEL
REAR
LEFT
CENTRE
FRONT
LEFT
SUB OUT
FRONT
RIGHT
REAR
RIGHT
CONNECTING FX 5.1 SUBWOOFER TO
YOUR SYSTEM
The FX5.1 subwoofer may be connected in
any one of the following ways:
LINE LEVEL
• Using the subwoofer output on your A/V
receiver or decoder connect a single RCA
interconnect to either the left or right line
input on the subwoofer rear panel. This is
the ideal connection type as the subwoofer
output contains the low frequency
information from all channels.
• If no subwoofer or spare line outputs exist
you may connect using a Y-split connector
on the main preamplifier output
connections. Use a Y-split on both right and
left outputs and connect these via an RCA
interconnect to the left and right inputs on
the subwoofer rear panel.
• Alternatively, if your preamplifier has a
spare set of line level outputs, connect left
and right to the FX 5.1 subwoofer L and R
inputs using screened cable.
HIGH LEVEL
• Use your amplifier's speaker out terminals.
To accommodate the connection of two sets
of cables, red (+) goes to red (+), and
black (-) to black (-), twist wires together
and connect to the amplifier terminals.
• Alternatively use the 'A & B' speaker outputs
on the amplifier if provided - A to your
main speakers and B to the FX5.1
subwoofer. Do this using a length of speaker
cable for each channel, wire your amplifier
outputs to the HIGH LEVEL input terminals,
on the subwoofer amplifier panel. Ensure
there are no stray wire strands that could
possibly short together and damage both
the amplifier and subwoofer.
WARNINGS
• Double-check all connections before
switching on the FX 5.1 system and
your amplifier.
5.1
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• Ensure that the polarity of the speaker cables
from your amplifier to the subwoofer is
correct - failure to observe this will result in
damage to your amplifier.
• When using the HIGH LEVEL inputs, ensure
that your amplifier is not configured in
bridge mode; damage could result to either
the amplifier or the subwoofer. If in doubt
consult your dealer.
SETTING UP
Ensure the POWER switch is in the OFF position
and that the POWER light is green.
You can operate FX subwoofer in two modes,
AUTO and ON continuously. In AUTO, the
unit remains OFF until an input signal is
detected.
Firstly set VOLUME control to MIN, and the
PHASE switch to 0º. The LED will turn red
when switched ON, or when a signal is
detected in AUTO mode. Play some music
through the system and slowly increase the
volume level control until roughly the correct
amount of bass is present. Listen to the system,
adjusting the VOLUME LEVEL control to
achieve the most seamless integration of
energy with your satellite speakers. In some
installation situations, due to room acoustics,
setting the PHASE switch to 180º will give
better results. Fine adjustment of the controls
will take a little time using a range of different
programme material. Remember that the
object of a subwoofer is to enhance the output
of your main speakers, not overpower it.
FX 5.1 Subwoofer
This high performance 5.1 system has been
built and tested with care and precision, to
provide first class performance and reliable
operation. To ensure maximum benefit from
ownership, and for reasons of safety, please
read the following information before using
for the first time.
POSITIONING
As the FX5.1 subwoofer produces low
frequencies only, it is difficult to detect its
location by ear. It can therefore be placed
anywhere in the room, but optimum
performance will be gained by locating the
subwoofer between the front pair of speakers.
Bass output will increase next to a wall or
especially in a corner; so use the VOLUME
control to compensate if moving your
subwoofer around.
AUTO POWER/ SLEEP FUNCTION
The FX 5.1 subwoofer can be left permanently
on in AUTO mode, under which conditions
it will revert to 'sleep' mode after approximately
20 minutes. If not using your subwoofer for
some time, switch OFF and remove the power
cable from the mains outlet.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Check that the voltage rating displayed on the
rear panel is correct for your area before
connecting. If it is incorrect, move the voltage
selector on the rear panel to the appropriate
voltage. The panel mounted fuse should also
be changed to the correct rating (see below,
under FUSE PROTECTION). If in any doubt,
consult your Dealer or Authorised Service Agent.
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