Adams Amplifier Sub15 User Manual

Sub15
Operation Manual / BedienungsanleitungEnglish / Deutsch 

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Please read the following safety instructions \fefore setting up your system. 
\beep the instructions for su\fsequent reference. Please take notice of the  
warnings and follow the instructions.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric\l shock\f do not open the subwoofer\b There 
are no user-serviceable parts inside\b Refer servicing  to qualified service per\lson-
nel\b
This product\f as well as all attached extension cords\f must be terminated with 
an earth ground three-conductor AC mains power cord...

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To completely disconnect from AC mains\f disconnect \lthe power supply from the 
AC receptacle\b   
Always use fully checked cables\b Defective cables can harm your speakers\b They 
are a common source for any kind of noise\f hu\lm\f crackling etc\b
The 
  Subwoofer should be installed near the socket outlet and disco\lnnection of 
the device should be easi\lly accessible\b
Assure free airflow behind the subwoofer to maintain sufficient cooling\b
Never use flammable or...

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Ta\fle of contents
 
Safety Instructions \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\l\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 2-3
1.   Introduction  \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\l\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 5
2.  Quick Start   \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\l\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 6
2.1  Important information  for setup \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b6
2.2  Quick...

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Sub15 Manual / English
1. Introduction
Dear customer\f
Thank you for choosing the ADAM Audio Sub15 subwoofer\b
ADAM  subwoofers  are  built  for  maximum  quality  reproduction  and  audio  perfection\b 
 
With the Sub15 you have selected a precise tool that allows you to both evaluate and enjoy 
audio recordings\b It meets high\lest expectations in sound quality and craftsmanship\b
This  manual  is  intended  to  provide  you  with  information  about  your  new  ADAM 
subwoofer\b It contains...

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2.1 Important information for set up
After having unpacked your subwoofer\f please allow the system to acclimate to 
the temperature of the room for approximately an hour\b
The subwoofer should be positi\loned on a firm ground\b
We recommend retaining the original packaging\f as it is the best  way to 
guarantee safe transportation should the need to do so arise\b
Please note that the subwoofer will take some break-in time to achieve optimum 
sonic performance\b 
2.2  Quick Start
a)  Before connecting...

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3.1 
Connections
On the rear side of the speaker you can find balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) 
connectors\b For professional use the XLR connectors will be the first choice\b 
3.2  Input
Connect the left and right line-le\lvel signal 
from your signal source (audio interface\f mixer\f 
etc\b) to the LEFT and RIGHT \lINPUT jacks\b Use 
either XLR (balanced) \lor RCA (unbalanced) cable\ls\b 
3.3  Satellite Out
Connect the LEFT and RIGHT \lSATELLITE OUT 
jacks to the inputs of...

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It is common knowledge that low frequencies (below about 100Hz) are non-directional\f 
meaning they can hardly be located by the listener\b It is\f however\f a common misunder-
standing that therefore the placement of a su\lbwoofer does not matter – it does!
Due to the fact that every room (geometry\f furniture\f etc\b) is unique\f the following  de-
scriptions intend to  be a first introduction to the subject\b The aim is to assist you  tack -
ling the most common problems with subwoofers and room...

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Sub15 Manual / English
On  the  front  side  you  will  find  indicator  LEDs  for  the  operating  mode  and 
the protective circuit\b Controls for the satellite filter\f a phase switch and Sub 
Level/Filter  are  located  on  the  rear  panel  of  the  subwoofer\b  The  following 
tips are intended to assist you at using the controls in the best manner\b
5.1 
LEDs on front panel
There  are  two  LEDs  on  the  front\b  The  upper  LED 
indicates the operating mode\b In case the subwoofer 
receives...

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5.2 Controls on the rear panel (continue\cd)
c)  Su\f Level
In  the  0dB  position  the  signal  will  be  passed  on  1:1 
to  the  internal  amplifier\b  The  Input  Sensitivity  of  the 
subwoofer  can  be  adjusted  from  -60dB  to  +6dB  and 
thus allows for a wide volume levelling range\b 
d)  Su\f Filter
The upper frequency limit of the unit is variable and can be set to any value 
between 50 and 150Hz\b The 85Hz marker indicates the recommendation 
of  Dolby®  labs  for  surround  sound...