Positioning and Optimizing
Dynaudio Sub 300/500
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Finding the correct settings
Experiment with
location and adjustment
Before deciding on a final setting, you will probably want to experiment with both
location and adjustment of the subwoofer. Here, the subwoofer's presets will prove an
ideal tool. When trying to decide on a particular location, simply store the settings that
are best for the location and swap back and forth, using the appropriate preset every
time. Refer also to “Storing and Recalling Presets (PRESET)” on page 14.
Use a couple of music
When experimenting to find the optimal settings, use a couple of music tracks with
repetitive bass across a large spectrum. The tracks should be sufficiently different
from each other and each should cover a wide bass-range. Musical instruments, such
as a double-bass, bass guitar, church organ, etc. covering a wide spectrum in the
bass region and above, are very suitable as these depend on accurately balanced
subwoofers and main speakers.
Double-check your settings
Although in general it is best to make adjustments in the sequence outlined below,
note that changing one setting may influence another. For example, finding the right
setting for phase may result in having to decrease level, even if this was set correct
before. It is recommended that you double-check the previous settings before moving
on to the next one. Obtaining the best integration of the subwoofers generally involves
a considerable amount of repeated fine-tuning.
Store your settings
Once done, use the presets to store the settings. It is advisable to reserve one preset
as the “system default” settings so you can always revert to this setting when you
have made temporary changes to any of the settings.
Volume level
With the
LEVEL +
and
LEVEL –
buttons you can adjust the relative volume level of
the subwoofer to the main speakers of the system:
X
Play the same track a couple of times, adjusting the level so that the instrument
sounds homogenous across its range.
If you find that at certain specific bass tones the response is either too loud (bloated
sound) or soft (thin sound), it may be that you have to experiment further with the
location of the subwoofer and/or the cross-over frequency settings (refer to
“Positioning the subwoofer” on page 15 and “Cross-over frequencies” on page 18).
Note
When using multiple subwoofers, ensure that all settings such as level, cross-over
frequency, phase and LF extension are identical. Use the Master and Slave mode
options to ensure that all subwoofers operate on the same settings (refer to “Master
and Slave mode” on page 7).
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