Piega P Sub 4 Speaker User Manual
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1. PIEGA OF SWITZERLAND Music That s really the only important issue when it comes to loudspeakers In our view the superior loudspeaker is the one that does not interfere One that adds no sound of its own That accurately and naturally conveys what was played in the concert or recording studio Since 1986 we have been working to perfect this ideal with a pioneering spirit inventiveness and exacting craftsmanship You will now be able to hear for yourself how far we have succeeded By purchasing a loudspeaker from PIEGA you have expressed your trust in our company for which we thank you very much At the same time we assure you that you have purchased a product that is based on twenty years of R amp D and which in terms of its design represents the state of the art We are sure that you will gain much listening enjoyment from your new Piega loudspeaker products Although using the loudspeakers is very straightforward we recommend that you read the contents of this user manual carefully It will explain how to properly connect up your new PIEGA loudspeaker products and install them for optimum results It also provides you with some useful information that will increase your understanding of loudspeakers But don t worry Even apparently complicated details are explained very simply On the last page of these instructions you will find our warranty conditions Please also read these carefully2. PIEGA OF SWITZERLAND Daily Use PIEGA P SUB 4 Care and maintenance From development to production right down to quality testing PIEGA only uses materials and components of the highest quality Your new P SUB 4 has a polished aluminum surface As this material is very sensitive it should be treated with due care Procedure gt Clean the surface of the P SUB 4 with a soft fluff free cloth gt If necessary the P SUB 4 can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner set to the lowest power setting gt Never use alcohol or other cleaning agents to clean your P SUB 4 gt If necessary use a damp cloth with a solution of lukewarm water and a few drops of washing up liquid Warning On no account open the cabinet of the P SUB 4 gt Electronic components carry a dangerous high voltage Warranty Conditions PIEGA P SUB 4 Service and warranty conditions The warranty is limited to six years on our loudspeakers and three years on our electronics in accordance with the conditions stated below Read through the service and warranty conditions carefully especially the warnings concerning the purchase of PIEGA loudspeakers from unauthorized dealers Warranty conditions 1 Every Piega device leaves the factory in perfect condition If any manufacturing and or material defects are found during normal use of the device we warrant to repair the device with free parts and labor during the first six years from the date of pu
3. gt Likewise connect up the loudspeakers parallel to the terminal marked SPEAKER or similar gt For this use two similar connection cables not supplied J HI LEVEL INPUT Benefit Frequently used configuration in stereo mode gt Flexible positioning of components 11 PIEGA Lo Mi a SWITZERLAND Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Configuration example for stereo mode Commonly used configuration in stereo mode with the loudspeakers parallel connected to the subwoofer Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection options for your stereo amplifier Loudspeaker terminals on the subwoofer Connection gt Connect the P SUB 4 subwoofer cable to your stereo amplifier at the terminal marked SPEAKER or similar gt Connect up the loudspeakers parallel to the subwoofer gt For this use suitable loudspeaker cables if necessary with HI LEVEL INPUT banana plugs not supplied HI LEVEL OUTPUT f Benefit e y kK ee sear Frequently used configuration in stereo mode gt Simple and durable cabling Settings of the Sound Characteristics PIEGA P SUB 4 Setting options for individual requirements Thanks to the use of the most advanced active electronics your new P SUB 4 is a cutting edge product in the field of subwoofers The connection and setting options provided on the P SUB 4 allow the best possible co
4. Connection Options PIEGA P SUB 4 Connection terminal for different applications Its large range of connection options offers the P SUB 4 a large number of configurations both for stereo and for surround mode Refer to the appropriate user manual supplied for specific information on the loudspeakers used and components of your stereo or surround system 0 Ox L 0 e LFE IN OUTPUT INPUT HI LEVEL INPUT HI LEVEL OUTPUT Note gt The connection terminal of the P SUB 4 allows a number of possible configuration options for stereo and surround mode gt Depending on the equipment in use select the appropriate configuration see the following pages gt The LFE IN INPUT OUTPUT terminals for connecting to the AV receiver or the stereo amplifier require connection cables with cinch plugs gt The HIGH LEVEL INPUT and HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT terminals for connecting amplified music signals can be connected to loudspeaker cables with or without banana plugs Connecting the supply cable gt Check whether the default switch position 230 115 V of your P SUB 4 corresponds to the standard supply voltage in your country gt Plug the supply cable provided with the loudspeakers into the appropriate socket gt Do not switch on the P SUB 4 POWER ON until all cable connections have been made PIEGA OF SWITZERLAND Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Configuration example for surround mode Th
5. P SUB 4 subwoofer has been designed RSK OF ELECTR SHOCK for use with PIEGA loudspeaker products Nevertheless the subwoofer can also be operated with the loudspeakers AVIS Pisae CHOC BETTER PAS ON o of other suppliers gt Ensure particularly that the P SUB 4 is installed C E and connected in accordance with the instructions of this o user manual USTD e00 gt The P SUB 4 was only designed for use in dry residential CANICSA STD E60065 environments within a temperature range of 10 40 C US 2001310 Unpacking the P SUB 4 PIEGA P SUB 4 Instructions for unpacking Special care was taken in the packaging of your P SUB 4 in order to ensure that this new PIEGA quality product reaches your living room safely and undamaged In order to avoid any damage when unpacking the loudspeaker follow closely the instructions below Procedure gt Before unpacking remove any jewelry such as watches rings bracelets etc in order to avoid scratching the aluminum gt Open the carton as shown in the figure and remove the supply cable and spikes provided Leave the protective cushion gt Carefully invert the subwoofer 180 with the carton open and stand it on the protective cushion so that the carton can be lifted up and off the loudspeaker gt Remove the protective foil and the upper protective cushion and by hand fit the spikes supplied gt Turn the subwoofer over 180 once more and stand it on the spikes To ensure trouble
6. free operation of the P SUB 4 the spikes must be screwed in gt Check that the P SUB 4 has not been damaged in transit gt Then place the P SUB 4 in the required position Warning The P SUB 4 subwoofer is an active subwoofer with a bass reflex system gt Ensure that the bass reflex port is not blocked PIEGA Oo F SWITZERLAND Installation Instructions PIEGA P SUB 4 Recommendations for ideal positioning The P SUB 4 can be installed flexibly and easily Due to its relatively small size it can be integrated in any unit and can be positioned as required virtually anywhere in the room However to ensure the most natural sound the P SUB 4 should be placed on the floor near the two front loudspeakers Stereo mode Note Ideal setup gt For both surround and stereo mode position the P SUB 4 as close to the two front loudspeakers as possible gt The bass chassis of the P SUB 4 should face the front with the connection terminal facing the wall gt Only a small clearance from the wall is required approx 30 cm for this configuration as the sound is directed forward from the chassis gt Do not in any way prevent the free movement of the P SUB 4 gt Do not place any objects such as vases etc on the P SUB 4 so as avoid the possibility of accidents Frequencies below 100 Hz cannot be localized by the human ear gt The exact positioning of the P SUB 4 is largely unnecessary
7. just in case We wish you an enjoyable read and above all much listening enjoyment with your new PIEGA loudspeakers Contents PIEGA P SUB 4 User Manual This user manual describes how to connect the PIEGA P SUB 4 active subwoofer to different loudspeaker configurations and the appropriate setting options for optimum operation in stereo and home cinema mode It also contains instructions for unpacking and setting up the P SUB 4 4 Precautions Before unpacking 5 Unpacking the P SUB 4 Instructions for unpacking 6 Installation Instructions Recommendations for ideal positioning 7 Connection Options Connection terminal for different applications 8 Connecting the System Configuration examples for stereo and surround mode 13 Setting the Sound Characteristics Setting options for individual requirements 14 Daily Use Care and maintenance 15 Warranty Conditions Service and warranty conditions Other configuration examples can be obtained from www piega ch PIEGA Lo F SWITZERLAND Precautions PIEGA P SUB 4 Before unpacking Please read this user manual carefully and pay special attention to the following precautions and warnings In your own interest we advise you to strictly observe the following procedure when installing your new PIEGA P SUB 4 OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE Warning THIS APPLICATE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION gt The PIEGA
8. and connection options for your power amplifier Stereo System with power amplifier featuring MAIN IN PRE OUT loop i Connection Front Speaker R Gar J oa gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the amplifier terminal marked Front aei PRE OUT or similar and to the subwoofer terminal marked INPUT gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the amplifier terminal marked MAIN IN or similar and to the subwoofer terminal marked OUTPUT Amplifier gt For this use two connection cables with cinch plugs not supplied with the loudspeakers gt Connect the front rear and center loudspeakers using the loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver Benefit Preferred configuration in the high end range gt The loudspeakers are relieved in the deep bass range Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Configuration example for stereo mode This is a widely used configuration for stereo mode although it is not recommended for surround mode since there is a risk of overloading with small satellite loudspeakers With this configuration the connection is made to the amplifier Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection options for your power amplifier Subwoofer mode via loudspeaker terminals Connection J gt Connect the P SUB 4 MKII cable to the amplifier terminal sam marked SPEAKER or similar Front gt Speaker R OKO E
9. contact us or the PIEGA sales organization in your country without fail Please note the PIEGA sales policy statement at www piega ch 15 PIEGA SA Tel 41 44 725 90 42 Subject to modification in particular technical modifications Bahnhofstrasse 29 Fax 41 44 725 91 92 All specifications without guarantee CH 8810 Horgen Switzerland www piega ch mail piega ch F 58 2 CONFORMS TO Be UL STD 6500 FA CERTIFIED TO TE CAN CSA STD E60065
10. cturers have a separate NF Out socket for connecting a subwoofer This enables the signal to reach the subwoofer without any amplification Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection options for your AV receiver power amplifier Dolby Digital System Surround System with NF Out Center Speaker Connection Rear i Rear Speaker R Speaker L I Pen gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the AV receiver terminal marked PRE OUT or similar f C gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the subwoofer terminal marked INPUT Front Front Speaker R Speaker L Ja LFE IN gt For this use connection cables with cinch plugs not supplied Amplifier gt Connect the loudspeakers using the loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver power amplifier OUTPUT LINE INPUT Note Frequently used configuration gt Ideal configuration for stereo mode PIEGA OF SWITZERLAND Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Configuration example for stereo mode The power amplifiers of some manufacturers feature separate MAIN IN and PRE OUT terminals allowing the preamplified signal to reach the subwoofer and to be looped back again filtered In this way the loudspeakers are relieved in the deep range thus gaining in precision and sound characteristics see page 13 Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation
11. is connection configuration for 5 1 surround applications uses an AV receiver with a separate subwoofer output Since the AV receiver handles the bass management in this configuration the settings for each loudspeaker can be adjusted individually via the menu Note that in this case the LOW PASS setting of the P SUB 4 has no effect see page 13 Refer to the user manual of your AV receiver for information on the individual setup controls Dolby Digital System Surround System with AV Receiver Center Speaker Connection gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the terminal on the subwoofer marked LFE IN T l i marked SUBWOOFER or similar on the AV receiver LS Front Speaker R q ee oo dO G0 l Fra speakerL gt For this use a suitable connection cable with cee f J _ speaker gt Connect the P SUB 4 cable to the terminal E cinch plugs not supplied with the loudspeakers gt Connect the front rear and center loudspeakers using the loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver gt Setting tip Turn the LOW PASS knob up full and the VOLUME knob to just over half way Benefit The most frequently used and ideal connection configuration for 5 1 surround mode gt The P SUB 4 can be tuned for optimum results Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Configuration example for stereo and surround mode The 5 1 receivers and power amplifiers of some manufa
12. nnection to your stereo or surround sound system and can be adapted to your individual audio requirements C LEVEL MIN MAX OFF oN AUTO POWER O LOW PASS 9 PHASE LEVEL gt Use this knob to adjust the subwoofer volume Setting tip Turn the subwoofer to maximum volume and then turn it down until it sounds too quiet for you LED gt The LED is off when the loudspeaker is switched off and is red when it is in standby mode When the subwoofer is in operation the LED is green to indicate trouble free operation AUTO POWER gt Use this switch to activate the standby function of the P SUB 4 This enables the subwoofer to switch on automatically as soon as a signal is received and to switch off when there is no more signal When the AUTO POWER switch is in the OFF position the subwoofer stays permanently switched on gt gt Factory setting ON LOW PASS gt Use this knob to set the crossover frequency between subwoofer and full range speaker according to the connection method used This will relieve the satellite loudspeakers in the bass range gt gt Factory setting 80 100 Hz PHASE SWITCH gt Use this switch to set the subwoofer to In Phase or Out of Phase Depending on the type of loudspeaker there will be a phase cancelling little bass or a phase correction normal bass gt gt Factory setting 0 LOW PASS is not active when the P SUB 4 is connected to an AV receiver as described on page 8 13
13. rchase 2 The registration card for the device must be sent to Piega within six weeks of purchase or registered via the Internet via www piega ch warranty 3 The product must have been purchased at an authorized Piega dealer 4 The warranty will not be applicable if any repair is carried out by a person or a workshop that is not authorized to do this by Piega 5 Ifitis necessary for a device or part of it to be sent to Piega or an approved Piega workshop the sender is responsible for paying all transport costs in advance The original packaging must be used for sending the complete device 6 The warranty will not be applicable if the serial number of the device has been modified removed or made illegible It will also not apply if the device is not connected properly or not treated with due care The warranty will also not be applicable if the device was modified or repaired in any way that in our view has altered the correct functioning of the device 7 Piega shall not be liable for the consequences of any damage PIEGA Loudspeaker products from unauthorized dealers The official PIEGA warranty becomes invalid if a PIEGA loudspeaker product was purchased from an unauthorized dealer and is therefore a gray market product or if the original serial number has been intentionally removed replaced or made illegible Should you have any doubt that the dealer you have selected is an officially authorized PIEGA dealer we recommend that you
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