Aperion Audio SW8-APR User's Manual
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1. Left Surround A V Receiver Processor Amplifier Low Level Sub Output While setting up a home theater system is more complicated than a stereo system it doesn t have to be difficult Please refer to the diagram on this page for complete speaker wiring instructions If your receiver does have a sub out connection you will need an RCA terminated interconnect cable to connect the receiver to the subwoofer NOTE Your subwoofer is supplied with two low level inputs L amp R but if your receiver or processor has a single sub out connector connect it to the input labeled 5 1 sub input or you can use a y plug to connect to both the left and right inputs We recommend use of a y plug which will give you a 3dB boost in output 11 Right Surround power oU WN PHASE CROSSOVER LEVEL HIGH LEVEL IN POWERED SUBWOOFER 4 ee w t 5 1 Home Theater Connection Speaker Level Sub Output Left Front A V Receiver Processor Amplifier Left Surround Speaker Level Sub Output If you do not have a sub out connection or wish to connect your subwoofer using speaker level inputs you will need additional speaker wire to connect the left and right front speaker outputs of the receiver to the high level inputs on the subwoo2. Troubleshooting Setting up a home theater system can seem like a daunting task The speaker connections are usually the easiest part It is important to plan out how you will be connecting your components and speakers before you start Read the instructions provided with your components even if you don t usually read instructions You will save yourself a lot of time and potential aggravation Below are possible solutions to some common problems I m certain all my equipment is hooked up correctly Why don t I have sound Check your receiver to see if it has A and B or 1 and 2 buttons or switches to control the output to two sets of speakers If this is the case check to make sure that this switch is set to correspond with your speaker connections Your receiver may also have a button or switch marked Tape Monitor or it may simply say Tape First turn the volume all the way down on your receiver Turn off the tape monitor function by making sure that the button or switch is not depressed or in the on position Why don t I get any bass Check to make sure that the powered subwoofer is plugged in to a working power outlet The power indicator lamp should light up Check to make sure that the sub s gain volume knob is set high enough and that the frequency knob is set between 85 and 120 Hz Try reversing the phase of the subwoofer using the phase switch on the rear panel The position of the woofer i
3. APERION Owner s Manual 512D SW8 APR amp SW 12 2001 Aperion Audio all rights reserved Revision 5004 Aperion Audio Owner s Manual Table Of Contents Ap rion Audio DiffEreNCe weiss ciasidnaenavnaaes viens eeietine vera NANE 1 DiAural Breakthrough rrsan enina a EA 1 What You ll Need For Installation 0 cccccsessseccreceseesecseeeeeteneaesnenes 2 Choosing The Right Wire Cables amp Connectors ccceeeceeneee eee eneeaeeas 3 Placement tsi iiciatdeniaiincnparanenacaiinhtagmanin nates etecve iene EN 4 7 Stereo PIACEMEN Cie csdsiceccutyeneaesebescrnnsinaren dewabengeaae ened G 4 5 1 Home Theater Placement Optimizing For Surround Sound 5 Speaker Placement For Home Theater ececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaees 6 5 1 Channel Home Theater Layout cceeceeee eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeaees 7 CONNECTIONS pisidesststaseuts sited E OA mana ad ate same 8 12 Making ThE CONNMECHOM si cance csdecssereis drna iae i ieai 8 Stereo Connection Diagram Low Level Sub Output sssseserersressss 9 Stereo Connection Diagram Speaker Level Sub Output 10 5 1 Home Theater Connection Diagram Low Level Output 11 5 1 Home Theater Connection Diagram Speaker Level Output 12 Settings dice tinciaetee E EE E emai 13 14 Setting the Aperion Audio SW 12 Subwoofer ssssssssssssssesesrsssss 13 Setting the Aperion Audio SW8 APR Subwoofer ssesssssssessssesrrss 14 LISS MING
4. Aperion Audio s speaker design centers on a Vifa woofer mid range driver that is engineered to handle a very wide frequency range combined with an exceptional Vifa soft dome tweeter to produce the very high frequencies By using DiAural circuitry to interconnect the drivers your Aperion Audio speakers reproduce music and movies with a coherent open and natural sound that brings the original source to life in your home What You ll Need for Installation A little planning will make your installation a breeze You ll want to have all of the necessary equipment and supplies by your side before you begin You ll save yourself the headache of a last minute trip to the store mid installation For your convenience Aperion Audio carries high quality wires cables and connectors Visit our web site www aperionaudio com if you need these accessories For Stereo or Multichannel Music Installation Two or more Aperion Audio satellite speakers One or more Aperion Audio subwoofer s A stereo receiver or stereo amplifier and preamplifier An audio source CD DVD turntable tape player etc Speaker wire 14 gauge or better with banana clips spade terminals or pin type termination Note 5 way binding posts will accept bare wire but terminated speaker wire is the preferred connection method Subwoofer connection materials RCA terminated interconnect cable or additional speaker wire if making a speaker level connection to your subwo
5. J manual for specific receiver set up instructions but use these HIGH LEVEL OUT guidelines when configuring your receiver E Front speakers Small E 6UO8 Crossover frequency 80Hz Subwoofer On 230VAC 50Hz 115VAC 60HZ Once you have set up the subwoofer the only setting that POWERED SUBWOOFER may change is the level as 4 e e you adjust the bass volume for music and movies K J Setting the Aperion Audio SW8 APR Subwoofer In addition to the high and low level speaker connections on the rear of your subwoofer you will see two round knobs and two switches The first knob labeled level controls the subwoofer s volume The second knob crossover frequency sets the crossover frequency The power switch has three settings on off and auto When the switch is set in the auto setting it will automatically turn the sub on when a signal is present You ll know the subwoofer is on because the lamp will be illuminated The phase switch reverses the subwoofer s polarity The illustration to the right shows a recommended starting point for settings You will want to adjust these based on personal preference and room dynamics Recommended Sub Settings Phase 0 150W ACTIVE SUBWOOFER r Crossover 80 7 100Hz HIGH LEVEL OUPUT HIGH LEVEL INPUT Level 1 2 to Full Power Auto Receiver Set Up Please consult your owner s manual
6. Pro Logic or Dolby Digital surround mode and the program source must be in a surround format Use the Dolby test tone function mentioned above to check the set up of your speakers and receiver See your receiver or preamplifier owner s manual for complete instructions Why am I getting ONLY center channel output from TV broadcast or videotape The station is broadcasting in Mono not Stereo If you re playing a videotape and get only the center channel the movie is not in stereo and or you have a Mono VCR You need a stereo VCR to get surround sound from prerecorded tapes Rental tapes of movies that have been in circulation for months may have poor sound quality How can I turn the speakers on my TV on and off Most TVs have a switch on the back panel or an on screen menu that needs to be accessed If the line output of your TV is marked variable you ll need to turn up the volume on your TV and then turn off the speakers so they do not interfere with the sound from your surround sound speaker system See your TV owner s manual for details Resources Call us at 888 880 8992 if this information doesn t solve your problems or if you have additional questions You can also visit our web site at www aperionaudio com and send email to customerservice aperionaudio com 18 Technical Specifications Aperion Audio 512D LR amp 512D C Frequency response 3 dB 60hz to 20Khz Nominal speaker impedance 6 8 ohms Maximum reco
7. flush with the screen separated by 45 when viewed from the seating position They should be positioned at the same height as the listeners ears when seated 28 inch stands will put your speakers at the correct height Center Speaker A good position for the center speaker is right on top of your TV or just below if your TV is mounted high Try to place the center speaker on the same plane or slightly behind the plane formed by the front left and right speakers Surround Speakers There is a bit of controversy about where the surround speakers should ideally be placed Because of the precision that Digital recording techniques give to moviemakers allowing them to place sound effects at many different places we believe that correctly placed direct radiating surrounds produce the most accurate surround sound field If possible the surround speakers should be placed directly to each side of the listeners not behind them Placing the speakers a little above the listeners ears or angled back slightly can help to minimize localization effects The Subwoofer The human ear cannot localize the long wavelengths of bass frequencies below about 100Hz As long as your Aperion Audio Subwoofer is set at the recommended cut off of 80 85 Hz or below you will have a lot of flexibility as to where you place it Keep in mind that placing a subwoofer near a corner will make it sound louder and can distort the bass response If the distanc
8. listening position is important Generally the goal is to reduce or eliminate the number of surfaces that can interfere with the sound before it reaches the listener Follow these simple guidelines for the best results Place your speakers on stands 28 30 off the floor Set the speakers 6 12 feet apart and 1 3 feet from the wall facing the listening position Create a triangle consisting of the left amp right speakers and the listener The distance between the speakers should be less than or equal to the distance from the listener to the speaker and a 45 degree angle should be created See illustration For best results the listening position should be at least 1 3 feet from the back wall Set the speakers so they are toed in to face the sweet spot in the listening room Experiment with variations until you achieve the sound you desire 5 1 Home Theater Placement Optimizing A Theater Set Up For Surround Sound Home theater and multi channel music has introduced a new speaker configuration to home audio Instead of the large floor mounted stereo speakers of the 70 s and 80 s your Aperion Audio sound system is comprised of 5 smaller satellite or bookshelf speakers designed to carry mid range and upper tones with a separately powered subwoofer to handle the lower bass frequencies These speakers are arranged around the listener in an array with 3 speakers in the front and 2 i
9. warranty or if a unit is examined which is not in need of repair you will be charged for the repairs and or the examination If non warranted repairs are needed we will notify you of the estimated cost and ask for your authorization to perform said repairs You must pay shipping charges incurred in getting your product to the factory We will pay the return shipping charges if the repairs are covered by the warranty Please save the original shipping cartons as the unit MUST be returned in the original carton and packing Replacement cartons are available at a modest charge 20
10. atsaiatintt eid ete E E E E E EN teeta 15 Adjusting Your Room Or Sp akerS ssiisocsiiincriaciiriariiieninions reis 16 TROUBIESHOOCING sassi a a 17 18 SPCCIFICALONS nide E E O E E EA 19 Waranty sa cin icd dhaciesarse ciate a pA E EEA E EENDE 20 www aperionaudio com Thank you for purchasing Aperion Audio loudspeakers Your new speakers incorporate the very latest audio technology yet they are built with old fashioned care and craftsmanship We designed your new Aperion Audio sound system to give you years of listening pleasure Whether you re enjoying music or watching a film in your home theater Aperion Audio speakers will deliver pure and accurate sound The speaker cabinets feature a dual composition design with a solid wood exterior and like fine furniture they will maintain their beauty indefinitely if properly maintained It isn t hard to hook up your Aperion Audio speakers even if you ve never set up a home audio system before Just take your time and keep this guide handy We ve filled it with tips notes on what you ll need and step by step instructions If you get stuck please call or send us an e mail Then sit back and enjoy the pure rich sound of Aperion Audio speakers with DiAural technology You ll hear the difference Aperion Audio The Aperion Audio Difference Now that you ve decided to invest in a home theater system you know that movie viewing has been forever transformed by surround soun
11. d Dolby Digital or DTS surround sound immerses us in the action of movies by transporting the sound stage to the center of the theater allowing acoustic elements emanating from every direction to roll over us as we watch the film It s thrilling to hear the teeth shattering bass of explosions and other action elements Surround sound carries us into the landscape of a film by allowing us to hear even very subtle natural sounds You Deserve More A home theater system with surround sound is great when you re watching a movie but what happens when you want to listen to music Unfortunately most home theater systems aren t able to reproduce stereo and 5 1 music as brilliantly as film sounds We think you deserve a sound system that can deliver your favorite concerto or banjo riff at the same stunning level as a movie sound track The challenge is getting a small speaker to reproduce the expansive sound stage of music accurately cleanly and with volume levels able to compete with its larger ancestors Your new Aperion Audio speakers achieve this by using patented DiAural Technology The DiAural Breakthrough The DiAural Circuit is a new patented crossover geometry that allows for proper communication and interaction between the transducers woofer mid range and tweeter This innovative process results in fewer parts less distortion and renders the high frequency and mid range transducers virtually burn out proof
12. e from the sub to the listener is significantly different than the front and center speakers try using the phase reverse switch to see it improves the bass response Satellite Speaker Placement For Home Theater 2 H gaa TT TTTTTI 5 1 Channel Home Theater Layout Surroun urround a Center a Left Right Subwoofer Making The Connection First turn off the power and unplug from the electrical outlet your audio equipment before making any connections Connecting to a 5 Way Binding Post If you re using banana clips just insert the clip into the end of each terminal Be sure that the knobs on each terminal are screwed down tight so that they don t rattle If your receiver or amp has clip connectors you will have to use either bare wire or a pin connector at that end of the wire 5 Way Binding Post If you re connecting with just bare wire strip off about 12 inch of insulation at each end and twist the wire ends tightly making sure there are no stray ends Unscrew the red and black knobs far enough to expose the hole see illustration above Insert the twisted ends of the wires or the pin connector through the holes in the threaded shaft With your thumb tighten the connectors back down clockwise to secure the wires Be sure no stray strands of wire from one post can touch the other post For spade plugs unscrew the red and black plastic compres
13. fer Right Front Right Surround POWER oo Eo x 00 PHASE CROSSOVER LEVEL HIGH LEVELIN 12 Setting the Aperion Audio SW 12 Subwoofer In addition to the high and low level speaker connections on the rear of your subwoofer you will see three round knobs and two switches The first knob labeled phase allows you to adjust the polarity of your subwoofer The second knob crossover sets the crossover frequency and the level knob controls the sub s volume The power switch has three settings on off and auto When the switch is set in the auto setting it will automatically turn the sub on when a signal is present You ll know the subwoofer is on because the power light will be illuminated The SW 12 also has switchable voltage control Please be sure LINE the appropriate voltage has POWER our IN been selected for your area L L US 115V European 230V ON AUTO OFF S The illustration to the right oWo OO shows a recommended starting ETA e point for settings You will want to adjust these based on ee ee personal preference and room dynamics ate a eti WIN MAX HIGH LEVEL IN Recommended Sub Settings QO Oe Phase Start at 0 Crossover 80 85Hz 8 Level 1 3 to 1 2 gt Q Oe Power Auto O Receiver Set Up 5 6 Please consult your owner s fe i T gt amp
14. for specific receiver set up instructions but use these guidelines when configuring your receiver OOO O O OOO 5 1 Sub W INPUT A20Hz Front speakers Small cn Crossover frequency 80Hz aone 02 LEVEL CROSSOVER Subwoofer On FREQUENCY Once you have set up the subwoofer the only setting that r oe PHASE POWER may change is the level as v ott you adjust the bass volume for dest music and movies 120VAC 60Hz 165W CAUTION 4 RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 14 Listening We recommend that you break in the speakers prior to listening so you will want to give them a few days of playing at low and medium volumes Similar to an athlete stretching before a track meet breaking in the speakers will limber up the driver components so that they are ready to perform their very best Once your speakers have been broken in use your AVR audio video receiver or DVD player s surround sound set up mode to select proper speaker configuration Most AVR s have the option of selecting large or small speakers We recommend starting with the AVR set to small However you may prefer the sound when they are set to full This does not present a problem so long as audible distortion from the source or AVR is not present at high volume levels refer to your AVR or DVD player owner s manual for more information on this Using your AVR test tone function
15. ht Front Left Sub Out Right O fe Teh o an SW 12 Amplifier Shown LINE POWER OUT IN aa ie L L E OO lt 5 1 Sub W INPUT PHASE CROSSOVER LEVEL 0t 48o 4o Hz160 MIN MAK HIGH LEVEL IN POWERED SUBWOOFER 7 Stereo Connection Speaker Level Sub Output There are a few reasons why one might choose to use the speaker level inputs on the subwoofer instead of the low level inputs RCA terminated coaxial cable can be hard to find in long lengths Some older stereo receivers or preamplifiers are not equipped with sub out or pre out jacks or you may want bypass the hi lo filters on your AVR receiver thereby activating the sub s crossover which will allow you more control in selecting the crossover point In these instances connecting a powered subwoofer with speaker wire is the best method Receiver Processor Amplifier Left Front Right Front Left Right SW 12 Amplifier Shown LINES POWER OUT IN 8 OO ON AUTO OFF 8 oLE Jo OO 5 1 Sub W INPUT L PHASE CROSSOVER LEVEL ann HIGH LEVEL IN E aV asv E E c 6 8 CE POWERED SUBWOOFER A 7 230VAC 50Hz 115VAC 60HZ 250w 10 5 1 Home Theater Connection Low Level Sub Output Left Front Right Front
16. mmended power continuous 50 watts Maximum recommended power average 100 watts Maximum recommended power peak 150 watts Minimum recommended power 50 watts Sensitivity efficiency 1 watt 1 meter 86 dB Speaker enclosure type 2 Way Vented Video Shielded Tweeter diameter 1 Woofers diameter 5 25 Dimensions HxWxD 6 75 X 11 X 6 75 7 25 with grill Weight 11 pounds Aperion Audio SW 12 Subwoofer Frequency response 3 dB 20hz to 180hz Amplifier power output 250 watts Speaker enclosure type Vented Self Powered Subwoofer Sensitivity efficiency 1 watt 1 meter 92 dB Variable crossover range 40 160hz Variable phase adjustment 0 to 180 Degrees Variable volume control Auto sensing 3 position power switch Low amp High level inputs amp outputs Woofer diameter 12 Dimensions HxWxD 20 5 x 15 x 21 5 Weight 66 pounds Aperion Audio SW8 APR Subwoofer Frequency response 3 dB 35hz to 180hz Amplifier power output 150 watts Speaker enclosure type Sealed Self Powered Subwoofer Sensitivity efficiency 1 watt 1 meter 88 dB Variable crossover range 40 180hz Phase adjustment 0 or 180 Degrees Variable volume control Auto sensing 3 position power switch Low amp high level inputs amp outputs Woofer diameter 1 8 Active 2 8 Passive Dimensions HxWxD 13 x 12 25 x 12 5 Weight 27 5 pounds 19 Limited Warranty Aperion Audio provides a limi
17. n a subwoofer satellite system in a room with respect to walls and floors will have a major influence on the bass output from your speakers Generally a speaker will have the MOST bass when it s in a corner a little LESS when it is against the wall but not in a corner and LEAST when it is away from the walls and off the floor If you are getting low bass output and your speakers are in phase experiment with the room position of your speakers See our Speaker Placement section for a more detailed discussion on how room position influences the bass output of speakers If you have a Dolby Digital receiver be sure that the speaker selection is set to small so that the low level signal is being sent to the subwoofer see your receiver manual 17 Why is there no sound from the rear channels Make sure the speakers are attached to the rear channel outputs and your receiver is in surround sound mode A simple test for correct set up of your receiver and speakers is to use the test tone function of your receiver or decoder Refer to your receiver s manual for instructions on how to perform this test Note In general when watching movies the amount of sound coming from the rear speakers is much less than that coming from the front and center speakers When listening to music in stereo the rear speakers will not be activated Why is there no sound from the center speaker In order to get center channel output your receiver must be in
18. n the rear There are no ideal positions for home theater and stereo components that will work for every room The acoustic properties of any room unless it was specifically designed to be a home theater are not perfect and each room is unique Start with the following guidelines for setting up your speakers but don t be afraid to experiment Often a small difference in placement can yield a big improvement in sound Be aware that many bare surfaces in a room can add harshness to the sound or muddy the dialogue Sound absorbing surfaces like carpeting and drapes will help Perfectly square rooms or rooms where one dimension is exactly twice another can cause unwanted resonance that color the sound If possible the seating area should be centered between the sidewalls For the best bass try not to place your seating area so that it is against a wall or at a position that is 1 2 or 1 4 the room s width or length A speaker s bass output grows stronger the closer a speaker is placed to the corners If a speaker is placed too close to a corner it can sound unbalanced Aperion Audio speakers will work together better and create a more precise soundstage a system s ability to recreate the original recording room and placement of the instruments in space if the left right and center speakers are not placed directly against a wall Left and Right Front Speakers Try to place the front speakers in the same plane as your TV
19. ofer Note Low level RCA connection is the preferred connection method Source interconnects Digital coaxial or optical interconnect or RCA cables depending on your equipment For Multichannel Home Theater Installation Five or more Aperion Audio satellite speakers One or more Aperion Audio subwoofer s A multichannel receiver or amplifier and processor An audio video source DVD laserdisc or VCR player Speaker wire 14 gauge or better with banana clips spade terminals or pin type termination Note 5 way binding posts will accept bare wire but terminated speaker wire is the preferred connection method Subwoofer connection materials RCA terminated interconnect cable or additional speaker wire if making a speaker level connection to your subwoofer Note Low level RCA connection is the preferred connection method Source interconnects Digital coaxial or optical interconnect or RCA cables depending on your equipment 2 Choosing the Right Wires Cables and Connectors Speaker Wire We recommend using speaker wire that is at least 14 gauge For runs Important longer than 15 feet use 12 gauge or larger The wire should be cut into If you will be running equal lengths for each pair of speakers EAMEL and long enough to reach from the through the floor use rear of your amplifier or receiver to wire that meets your where the speakers will be placed in local code for that type the room keeping excess wire to a of installa
20. or white noise generator can help in determining all individual speakers are getting a matched balanced signal of equal volume refer to your AVR or DVD player owner s manual for more information on this Once your speakers are properly set up take some time to calibrate your system The easiest and most accurate way of calibrating your system is to use an audio video calibration DVD or CD We recommend the Avia DVD you can purchase this at amazon com or go to ovationsw com If you don t have the disc or would rather do it the old fashioned way follow these steps Start with just two channel music Listen to hi fi recordings that are familiar to you Things to listen for are 1 Imaging between L and R Do they seem balanced Can you hear voices and instruments coming from between the speakers 2 Timbre of individual instruments Do you hear the rich overtones from a trumpet The warmth of strings Vocals 3 Integration between subwoofer and satellites As the bass notes ascend and descend do you hear a seamless transition between the low mids in the satellites and the lower frequencies in the subwoofer Does the bass seem to emanate from the front wall where the front L and R speakers are Now move on to surround sound movies Dolby Digital DTS Surround EX etc Things to listen for with movies are 1 Listen for a seamless soundstage throughout all five satellite speakers 2 Listen to dialogue from the cente
21. r channel Does it sound open Are whispers and soft voices intelligible 3 Integration between sub and satellites As the bass notes ascend and descend do you hear a seamless transition between the low mids in the satellites and the lower frequencies in the subwoofer Does the bass seem to emanate from the front wall where the front L and R speakers are 15 Adjusting Your Room or Speakers for best performance Room acoustics have just as much effect on sound quality as the speakers themselves In order to obtain the best sound the way the recording engineers and movie producers intended you may need to make just a few minor adjustments to your room set up Small adjustments can yield big results in accurate sound performance Some equipment and room adjustments are listed below 1 Speaker balance for Front L and R The front L and R should be equidistant from the listening position and at the same height Also check the speaker set up on you AVR to ensure the speakers are programmed for the same distance from the listening position 2 Speaker balance for center and rear L and rear R Check the AVR s set up menu and adjust the dB output of each speaker to meet your needs To increase localization and sound output of the center and or surrounds try toeing in the speakers towards the listening position To decrease the localization and sound output of the center and surround speakers try aiming them slightly off axis from the li
22. sion screws and slide the lugs over the threaded shaft and thumb tighten the connectors back down clockwise to secure the wires IMPORTANT Speaker wire is coded to identify which of the two wire strands is positive and which is negative The positive strand is usually marked with a colored line ribbing or a different shape The negative strand is usually not colored or ribbed However if the manufacturer uses colored wire you may choose one wire color to represent positive and one wire color to represent negative Be sure to maintain this determination for all speaker wire connections on your receiver and your speakers i e red to red and black to black Stereo Connection Low Level Sub Output This is the preferred connection method if your receiver has a Subwoofer Out on its rear panel Refer to your receiver or amplifier owner s manual for specific hook up information The powered subwoofer is connected to the receiver s subwoofer output jack by a shielded audio signal cable with RCA plugs at each end NOTE Your subwoofer is supplied with two low level inputs L amp R but if your receiver or processor has a single sub out connector connect it to the input labeled 5 1 sub input or you can use a y plug to connect to both the left and right inputs We recommend use of a y plug which will give you a 3dB boost in output Receiver Processor Amplifier Left Front Rig
23. stening position 3 Tonal balance of individual satellites If the sound seems heavy in the mid range and low mids try pulling the speakers away from the wall more The closer they are to the wall the more resonant the low frequencies become Conversely if the sound is too bright place them closer to a wall Or try dampening the wall space around the speaker and on the wall opposite the speaker s face Using wall hangings drapes or pillows can help this 4 Tonal balance of subwoofer If the subwoofer sounds heavy or muddy moving it away from the corners and walls will help Also experiment with the gain or volume control It may be set too high 5 Crossover Volume of subwoofer If certain bass notes stick out more than others corrective adjustments can be made to either the crossover and volume settings the position of the subwoofer or both If certain upper bass notes seem too prevalent turn the crossover down a few degrees Also try turning down the volume slightly If that doesn t help then try turning the crossover up This may even out the bass response If it s still not quite right then change the position of the subwoofer pull it away from walls corners anything that resonates Try using the feet to raise it up off the floor as this decreases the floor vibrations from the sub A little patience will be rewarded greatly so take your time with the subwoofer It s usually the hardest to calibrate to your room 16
24. ted five 5 year warranty on it s speakers and a one 1 year limited warranty on subwoofer amplifiers which covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specific exceptions Damage caused by improper installation or adjustment Damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect Damage caused by an act of God Damage from failure to follow instructions contained in the Owner s Manual Damage from repairs performed by someone not authorized by Aperion Audio Any unit on which the serial number has been effaced modified or removed Damage occurring during shipment other than that arranged by Aperion Audio Units which have been altered or modified in design appearance or construction This warranty covers only the actual defects within the products themselves IT DOES NOT cover costs of installation in or removal from a fixed installation or normal setup claims based on any misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation related circumstances such as signal quality AC power or incompatibilities with other system components During the warranty period Aperion Audio will at its option either repair the defect or replace the defective product or the defective parts or components thereof with the then current product component in use by Aperion Audio at no charge to the owner for parts and labor covered by this warranty If necessary repairs are not covered by this
25. tion minimum Wire Tip Wire size is expressed by it s American Wire Gauge AWG number The lower the AWG number the thicker the wire i e A 12 gauge wire is larger than a 14 gauge wire Subwoofer Connection Materials Depending on your equipment or set up preference you ll need one of the following connection solutions A If your receiver or preamplifier has a sub out connection on the rear panel you will need an RCA terminated interconnect cable to connect it to the subwoofer B If you do not have a sub out connection or choose to use speaker level connections you will need an additional pair of speaker wires 14 gauge or better to run from your amp or receiver to the subwoofer speaker level inputs Then you ll need another pair of wires to run from the subwoofer speaker level outputs to each speaker Each pair should be of equal length keeping excess wire to a minimum Stereo Placement For two channel music listening there are two speakers one left and one right Where a speaker is placed will influence the way it sounds Sound consists of waves and they can be reflected absorbed and diffracted You can have no bass at all or incredible booming bass depending on your speaker placement Your room acoustics will play a large role in set up and some experimentation is necessary to get the best results For optimal soundstaging in a stereo set up the distance between the speakers and
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