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ADJUSTMENTS
The VOLUME, FREQUENCY DIALS are used to tune the subwoofer to your speaker, whether set for
surround sound or stereo application. Depending on the placement near a wall or a corner, the final
position of the dials should blend the TOTEM KIN Sub seamlessly to your system.
Use the Volume dial to match the loudness of the TOTEM KIN Sub to main speakers. Generally, the final
position is set between 9 and 12 o’clock. For optimum performance it is recommended that you do not
turn the unit too loud during a break-in period of about 100 hours.
Use the PHASE dial to adjust the phase of the TOTEM KIN Sub to your main speakers. When in phase the
system will give a much fuller bass response. If your main speakers become brighter then usually it means
the system is out of phase and needs readjusting. The simplest way is to adjust the phase of your system
is to have someone vary the PHASE dial as you are sitting in the listening position.
The TOTEM KIN Sub is equipped with an automatic standby mode. If the unit does not receive a signal, it
will automatically go into “standby”. This feature eliminates the need to turn the subwoofer off after each
listening session. The TOTEM KIN Sub will automatically resume power one a signal is sent to the sub.
Use the low-pass FREQUENCY dial to adjust the cut-in frequency of the subwoofer (usually between 50
and 70 Hz for Floorstanding speakers and 70 Hz and up for Bookshelf speakers).
PLACEMENT
When using the TOTEM KIN Sub in a stereo setup its ideal location between the main speakers or right
beside them. When the TOTEM KIN Sub is used in a home cinema system it is recommended to place
it in a corner. Be careful not to place the subwoofer too close to the corner, or it will start to sound
congested, causing detail loss. Also make sure not to place the sub equidistant from the two walls in
your corner. As every room is different, experimentation is the key to determining the optimal location
for the Totem subwoofer.
Always keep in mind that frequency response and output level can be significantly affected / influenced
by placement all depending on the room’s acoustic properties.
Caution! This subwoofer has electronics built into 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.
When using the TOTEM KIN Sub in a home cinema setup it is recommended to place it in a corner. The
corner location offers the greatest output levels and optimum low frequency extension. Be careful not to
place the subwoofer too close to the corner, or it will begin to sound congested, causing detail loss. Also
make sure not to place the unit equidistant from the two walls in your corner.
