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Setup
Wi-Q User’s Manual
Step 5: Place/Connect Subwoofer
Subwoofer Placement
True subwoofers operate at extremely low frequencies which are primarily omni-directional.
Depending on the acoustic properties of the listening room, placement can drastically influence your
subwoofer’s frequency response and output levels.
Use the following guidelines to find the optimal location for your subwoofer:
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For highest output, place the subwoofer within one foot of a corner; this location offers the
greatest output levels.
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For smoother response, but less output, place your subwoofer along a wall.
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The worst location for a subwoofer is away from any walls, close to the center of a room, or
close to a doorway or opening to another room. Avoid these locations when possible.
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When using a pair of Velodyne subwoofers in stereo, feed each subwoofer with one channel
and place each subwoofer near the satellite of the same channel. You can also place one
mid-way along a wall and the other in a corner for a very smooth, deep response.
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Depending on the size and type of furnishings in the room, you may not be able to achieve
perfect placement. We suggest that you experiment with the location during setup to find what
sounds best when seated in your typical listening position.
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For more information on placement, see
Velodyne’s Subwoofer Placement Recommendations
Guide (http://velodyne.com/support/faq#sub)
.
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Regardless of where you install your Velodyne subwoofer, it must remain in an upright position
(woofer facing forward). Do not use, ship, or store the subwoofer in any other position for an
extended period of time; this may damage the unit and this type of damage is not covered
by the warranty.
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The subwoofer is NOT magnetically shielded. If you use it with an older CRT monitor or TV,
keep it at least two feet from the monitor. Experiment for correct minimum distance by
minimizing distortion of the picture and colors.
Connect Subwoofer
1.
Determine optimal placement as described in the previous section.
2.
Connect the female end of the power cable to the back of the subwoofer and the male end to a
power outlet.
3.
Press the
POWER
button on the back of the subwoofer, so that it is in the ON position.
Caution
This subwoofer has electronics built into the cabinet. Do not place the cabinet next to
sources of heat such as direct sunlight, furnace registers, radiators, etc. Do not place
the unit near sources of excessive moisture such as high humidity environments,
evaporative coolers, humidifiers, etc. The power cord should be routed in such a way
that it will not be walked on, pinched or compressed in any way that could result in
damage to the insulation or wire.
Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. To avoid
electrical shock, do not open the speaker enclosure or amp chassis cover. Please
observe all warnings on the equipment itself. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Refer all service questions to your authorized Velodyne dealer.
