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For linking between amplifiers, standard CAT5 type cabling can be used.  

To connect the COM cable to the VIA series amplifiers, simply connect the USB plug to the windows 
computer, and plug the other end into the socket on any available VIA series amplifier.  Ensure to 
align the plug correctly and do not exert too much force onto the USB plug. 

 

ID 

Once the required amplifiers are all linked together, 
the  software  can  be  started.    To  start  the  software, 
click  start 

All  Programs 

  VIA-SUB 

  VIA-SUB 

Application. 

Once the COM cable is chosen, the software needs to 
know  which  units  to  communicate  with.    ID  for  VIA 
series amplifiers as set by the factory range from 1-
32, although the user to is free to change this as they 
see  fit  with  the  ‘configure  ID  Device’  utility.    The 
software  can  communicate  with  a  maximum  of  32 
units at once. 

Once  all  is  set  up,  press  OK  and  the  software  will 
launch. 

CONTROLLING THE SB-218 SUBWOOFER 

Once  the  software  is  up  and  running,  all  connected  speakers  will  be  seen  in  the ID list  to  the left 
hand side of the screen.  All parameters available to the user will be available by double clicking the 
device required to monitor, and the parameters screen will be displayed.   

Across the top of the parameters window, there are several options available to the user: 

Load – Allows loading of a preset file from a storage location such as the computer hard drive. 

Summary of Contents for SB218

Page 1: ...SB 218 User Manual SB Ensure to read all details in both the user manual Rev 1 0 2017...

Page 2: ...udio Connection 5 4 3 DSP Presets 6 4 4 VIA SUB Remote control software 7 HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS 7 COM CABLE 7 ID 8 CONTROLLING THE SB 218 SUBWOOFER 8 4 5 Simple set up examples 10 4 5 1 Ground stacked...

Page 3: ...hout proper fastening systems 11 Ensure the loudspeaker is securely installed in a stable position to avoid any injuries or damages to persons or properties 12 The SB 218 is not designed for permanent...

Page 4: ...fication SB 218 General Specifications Type Active Subwoofer Woofer Size 18 x2 Woofer Voice Coil 4 HF Size N A HF Voice Coil N A Cabinet design Plywood Handles 3 on each side Pole Mount M20 Socket Wei...

Page 5: ...sitioning 4 Setup and use of VIA SUB ATTENTION SEE RIGGING MANUAL FOR SUSPENSION DETAILS 4 1 AC Mains connection The SB218 enclosure uses the Neutrik Powercon TRUE1 system for all AC mains connections...

Page 6: ...rry a live cable to the speaker before connection NOTE DO NOT CONNECT THE AC MAINS END OF THE AC MAINS CABLE IN AN AREA THAT IS WET OR SUBJECT TO CONDENSATION OR DAMP CONDITIONS Once the AC mains cabl...

Page 7: ...he SB218 SUB features 4 different factory pre set modes to adjust the high pass and low pass filters in the DSP software Preset 1 30 80Hz Standard Mode Preset 2 30 60Hz Infra Mode Preset 3 30 80Hz Car...

Page 8: ...or newer operating system At this time compatibility with windows 10 is not guaranteed but has been tested with good results Spare hard drive space of 50MB Recommended RAM 2GB Operating System Window...

Page 9: ...icate with ID for VIA series amplifiers as set by the factory range from 1 32 although the user to is free to change this as they see fit with the configure ID Device utility The software can communic...

Page 10: ...seful when a lot of open microphones are picking up crowd noise or making a stage very noisy Input Source Allows the user to select between a noise source and the analog input The noise source is espe...

Page 11: ...set up options The VIA fly bar may be placed on top of the SB218 subwoofer in either horizontal or vertical orientation The sideways movement may be locked with pins However it is required to also se...

Page 12: ...s possible to produce system clipping or overdrive Although the DSP processor has input limiters it is still possible to overdrive the input section of the enclosure If distorted sound is present the...

Page 13: ...e serviced by a company authorized by P Audio Replacement of Components REPLACEMENT OF COMPONENTS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN OR ONE KNOWLEDGABLE IN THE REPLACEMENT OF TRANSDUCER COMPO...

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