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High Level from Amplifier:

If your controller does not have low

level outputs (SUBWOOFER, LFE,

or  full-range  preamp  outputs),  use

these  color  coded  connectors.  Run

speaker wire from your amplifier or

receiver’s  speaker  terminals  to  tap

the signal.

ULS-15 Amplifier Panel

Wireless Signal Indicator:

LED is on (green) when the wireless receiver and trans-

mitter establishes connection.

Wired/Wireless Switch:

Select  “Wireless”  if  you  use  the  wireless  feature.

Otherwise, select “Wired.”  

Volume Control:

Set this to the second line up from minimum. Use the

subwoofer level control on your controller to fine tune.

If your controller does not have a subwoofer level con-

trol, then adjust this to get the desired bass level.

Phase Switch:

Depending  on  your  system  and  room,  the  bass  in  the 

crossover  region  may  be  smoother  if  you  reverse  the

phase of the subwoofer. See the Fine Tuning section of

the manual.

Power Indicator:

When the subwoofer is ON, this LED light will be green.  

When the subwoofer is in STANDBY mode, it will be red.

Power / Auto-on Switch:

When in the ON position, the subwoofer will stay on at 

all times. In AUTO mode, material with bass will quick-

ly turn the subwoofer on. After around 15 - 30 minutes

of inactivity, the subwoofer will automatically go into

STANDBY mode.

Crossover Defeat Switch:

If you are using a SUBWOOFER or LFE output, you can 

disengage  the  crossover  by  switching  it  to  OUT.  The

crossover should be switched to IN when using high level

inputs or two channel low level inputs.

Crossover Frequency Control:

This low-pass crossover controls what frequencies are 

handled by the subwoofer.

ULF Trim:

This compensates for room gain at very low frequen-

cies. Smaller rooms have more boost in the low bass.

Setting this control to 16 Hz gives flat response to 16 Hz

outdoors. Adjust to suit your room.

Voltage Selector Switch:

For  100  -  120V line  voltage,  set  to  120V.  For  220  -

250V, set to 240V.

Removable Fuse Holder:

By pushing in and turning counter-clockwise, you can

remove  and  replace  the  fuse.  Use  only  the  correctly

rated 5 x 20 mm replacement fuses.

Power Input:

This is an IEC socket. Connect

the supplied power cord here. If

your  country  uses  a  different

power cord, get one locally.

Antenna:

Orient  for  opti-

mal  reception.

Usually  vertical

position is good.

Wireless Channel Selection:

By  default,  it  is  set  to  channel  1.

Unless  you  have  problems  with

interference, leave it on channel 1.

XLR Inputs:

If  your  processor

has  balanced  out-

puts, use these.

Low Level/Sub Inputs:

For  Dolby  Digital  systems,  connect  the  SUBWOOFER OUT to

either of these inputs. For stereo-only systems, you may connect the

left and right channels to both inputs as explained in the manual. 

Summary of Contents for ULS-15

Page 1: ...ze the ultra low distortion ultra high output capability of the woofer This amplifier is capable of delivering up to 1000 W rms short term power Great Connectivity Now included are more connectivity options than any other subwoofer we know of at any price Inputs include balanced XLR unbalanced RCA wireless and speaker level This flexibility allows you to use the subwoofer in recording studios high...

Page 2: ...ly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 12 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the ap...

Page 3: ...bwoofer at least 2 ft away from computers in order to prevent the hard drive from being erased Rules of thumb for placement Avoid the center of the room In general avoid placing the subwoofer half way between the front and back walls You should avoid sitting in the middle as well Use near field placement You get the tightest upper bass and the most punch if you can place the subwoofer close to you...

Page 4: ... other choice Integrated amplifiers or stereo receivers with no pre outs fall in this category The subwoofer will operate in bass augmentation mode i e the main speakers will be running full range You dial in the subwoofer to come in just where the main speakers start to fade out Since the subwoofer uses its own amplifier and has a high input impedance it will not alter the loading on your main am...

Page 5: ... automatically go into STANDBY mode Crossover Defeat Switch If you are using a SUBWOOFER or LFE output you can disengage the crossover by switching it to OUT The crossover should be switched to IN when using high level inputs or two channel low level inputs Crossover Frequency Control This low pass crossover controls what frequencies are handled by the subwoofer ULF Trim This compensates for room ...

Page 6: ...r than for music 3 dB higher is a good choice if your receiver allows you to set levels for each source Step 5 Crossover If your controller has bass management and has a steep crossover slope set the crossover switch on the subwoofer to Out If your controller has a gentle crossover slope 12 dB Oct or less set the crossover switch on the subwoofer to In and set the crossover fre quency knob on the ...

Page 7: ...level down 5 dB 7 If your controller has a subwoofer out level use this to adjust the level If it does not play the 50 Hz tone and adjust the subwoofer volume control to get the desired change in level If you are using the Radio Shack SPL meter compensate for the meter s deep bass deficiency The older analog Radio Shack meters are down 12 dB at 16 Hz 7 dB at 20 Hz 4 dB at 25 Hz and about 2 dB down...

Page 8: ...pick up noise Try another interconnect or speaker wire Also move the signal cable away from AC cables power transformers or other EMI sources Use an AC line filter or plug the unit into a different circuit If hum goes away when interconnects are disconnected the hum is coming from the rest of your equipment Add them back one piece at a time The one that causes the system to hum is the source of th...

Page 9: ...reless Make sure the channel selection are the same on the trans mitter and receiver Check and see if the led above the Wireless Wired switch is lit up solid green If not move the antenna transmitter and subwoofer to get better reception If you are using the wired con nection make sure the Wired Wireless switch is set to Wired With the volume on the subwoofer turned to a low setting try plugging t...

Page 10: ... states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limi tations and exclusions may not apply This Warranty Does Not Cover Damage caused by abuse accident mis use negligence or improper operation Products that have been altered or modified Any product whose serial number has been ...

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