Atlantic Technology SB-900 Speaker User Manual
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1. _ San ee U Atlantic Instruction Manual SB 900 High Performance Powered Subwoofer _ SE ee m2 Safety Precautions Model SB 900 Powered Subwoofer Safety Precautions Model SB 900 Specifications Bass Driver 8 long throw CAUTION Output Power 125W RMS Distortion amplifier lt 0 5 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Frequency Response 32Hz 200Hz 3 dB Peak Output 103dB SPL into 2000 cubic Feet CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer to qualified per sonnel add 1 5 38mm D for knobs amp grille Dimensions WxHxD 11 x 13 x 13 125 in 275 x 330 x 333mm add 1 75 45mm H for feet WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose Weight 28lbs 12 7kg this appliance to rain or moisture This device generates a fair amount Power Requirements 110 120 220 240V 50 60Hz 250W Max of heat Make sure nothing blocks the ventilation to the rear panel of the unit The lightning flash with arrowhead within an equilat eral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to consti tute a risk of electrical shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating maintenance s2. in the AUTO position the amplifier will be in Automatic Standby Mode Phase Switch This switch allows precise acoustic matching with satellite speaker systems whose output may be phase reversed Try in both the highest and lowest positions use the position that results in the strongest bass output Bass Level Control Use this control to set the level of bass desired Low Pass Control An adjustable 55Hz to 200Hz 18dB per octave low pass crossover Low Pass Switch When in the LOW PASS position adjustment of the crossover can be made by the Crossover Control If being fed a pre filtered or THX signal place the switch at the BYPASS position 7 Low Level Input Use the input to connect to the subwoofer or LFE line out from your processor receiver High Level Output Connect main Left Right speakers here when using the High Level Input High Level Input If your electronics do not have a line level sub out connect the Left Right speaker terminals of your electronics to these connections Set the SB 9005 crossover to Lowpass and adjust accordingly AC Input Use the included power cord to connect your amplifier to a wall outlet Voltage Select Switch Voltage switch for use in different countries This switch will be set when you receive the unit Change this setting only when you are sure your application requires it For US the switch should be set to the 115V position Product Serial Number Write this n
3. ervicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance For Future Reference Record your serial numbers and date of purchase here Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase The serial number is found on the back panel Copyright 2010 Atlantic Technology International Specifications are those in effect at the time of printing Atlantic Technology reserves the right to change specifications or designs at any time without notice SB 900 Manual indd 2 10 18 10 3 19 34 PM 38 Instruction Manual SB 900 Subwoofer Rear Panel Figure 1 000 LEVEL LOWPASS AUTO oF oN STATUS O MIN MAX 40 220 BYPASS TECHNOLO l PHASE INVERT NORMAL lt RIGHT O O Sub OUVIRE CO0000 L MONO OUTPUT RIGHT L MONO RIGHT T L MONO HIGH LEVEL i SB 900 BLK Powered Subwoofer ENGINEERED IN AC INPUT 50 60 HZ 180W MAX FOR 110 120V USE T2AL 250V FUSE FOR 220 240V USE T1AL 250V FUSE THE USA MANUFACTURED IN CHINA SB 900 Manual indd 3 Status LED This will be green for on condition red for standby Standby Switch When in ON position the amplifier will always be on When
4. lugged or Plug into a working outlet plugged into a non working outlet Input cables not securely Check all connections then try another connected or defective input cable Audible buzz or hum Input cable not securely connected Check all connections then try another or defective input cable Ground loop through antenna or Test by disconnecting antenna and or cable cable TV system input system input leads If hum goes away install isolation balun s at that point 015 1099 SB 900 Manual indd 4 10 18 10 3 19 35 PM
5. sult your electronics owner s manual for more 2 Move to details corner for more bass Its generally undesirable to have the main speakers and the subwoofer overlap too much Larger speakers means a lower Low pass crossover frequency smaller speakers means a higher Low pass crossover fre E jg quency Consult the manufacturers specified low frequency response for your main speakers to determine the appropriate Low pass setting Pian on your subwoofer In the end however alittle time spent experimenting From walll for will generally result in dramatically better bass response less bass Care of Your Subwoofer Your subwoofer is constructed from Medium Density Fiberboard MDF is a non resonant material ideal for speaker system enclosures To clean the cabinet you may use a soft cloth either dry or slightly dampened with clean water Be careful not to wet the cabinet or allow any water to enter the cabinet seams Avoid placing your speakers in direct sunlight or near a source of heat that may over time damage the finish Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide Once your subwoofer is set up you should have many years of maintenance free enjoyment from your system However if you should encoun ter a problem refer to the following guide to help you find the solution If a problem persists you should contact your local authorized Atlantic Technology dealer Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution No bass output AC power cord unp
6. umber in the space provided on page 2 for future reference 10 18 10 3 19 35 PM r SSE L eee m4 Model SB 900 Powered Subwoofer Placement and Operation Generally speaking the best location for your new subwoofer is the Using the Subwoofer Low Pass Control front of the room close to a corner Figure 5 Every room has its own NOTE Set this control to Bypass if you unique sound characteristics and flexibility in the exact placement of are using a receiver that has its own sub the subwoofer is always desirable The closer the subwoofer is placed to woofer crossover Set this control to LOVE a wall and especially a corner the more and deeper the bass response PASS if your electronics do not have a you will hear However in some rooms corner placement can produce a bass management function The goal is to LOWPASS 80 one note boomy effect Under such circumstances the subwoofer may i optimize the performance of the system by work better away from the corner Experiment to find the best position ensuring that the subwoofer and satellites 1 yOu pOT produce a cohesive and well integrated sound picture Figure 5 Most surround sound receivers and processors offer a choice of cross Typical arrangement for a single subwoofer in a home theater overs typically between 60 Hz and 150 Hz We recommend using a setting between 120Hz and 150Hz when using small speakers such as those in a soundbar Con
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