Atlantic 10 CSB User Manual

10 CSB Corner Subwoofer

Instruction Manual

Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions Table of Contents

2 Model 10 CSB 3 10 CSB Subwoofer Rear Panel 4 Features 5 Connecting Your Subwoofer

5 Low-Level Connection 5 Adding a Second Sub

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. This device generates a small amount of heat. Make sure nothing blocks the ventilation of the ampliﬁer.

The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is

intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufﬁcient magnitude to constitute 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 (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

5 High-Level Connection 5 High-Level Output

6 Example 1: Subwoofer Line Out/Low Level In 6 Example 2: Sub Out/Low Level In, Two Subs 7 Example 3: Preamp Line Out/Low Level In for 1 Subwoofer 7 Example 4: Preamp Line Out/ Low Level In for Stereo

Subwoofers 7 Example 5: Preamp Line Out/Low Level In Dual Mono Subs 8 Example 6: Speaker Out/High Level In for 1 Subwoofer 8 Example 7: Speaker Our/High Level In for Stereo

Subwoofers 9 Placement 9 System Initial Set Up

9 Subwoofer Tuning Without an SPL Meter or Test Tones 9 How Much is Enough? 9 Using the Low Pass Frequency Crossover Control 10 The Phase Control 10 A Word About Bass, Center Channel Modes

and System Set Up

10 Care of Your Subwoofer 11 Painting the Cabinet 11 Speciﬁcations 11 Subwoofer Troubleshooting Guide

10 CSB Corner Subwoofer

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.

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.

Model 10 CSB

Corner Subwoofer

Congratulations on your purchase of an Atlantic Technology 10 CSB Corner subwoofer. The special design of this product allows it to be placed unobtrusively in the corner of your room, minimizing its visual impact. The unique shape of the subwoofer’s cabinet combined with corner place ment also provides the maximum amount of bass reinforcement, so your subwoofer will deliver optimum performance.

This subwoofer uses an extremely high-performance driver with an over sized voice coil for low distortion, vented voice coil and vented basket for extremely high power handling and high-excursion, and a low-resonance cone for exceptionally deep response.

The built-in low-noise ampliﬁer has a linear power supply and preamp, coupled to a Class-D PWM output stage. This compact high-efﬁciency ampliﬁer provides great sound with minimal heat and easy hookup in any system.

RIGHT

L/MONO

OUTPUT

HIGH LEVEL

INPUT

STDBY

RIGHT

L/MONO

LOW LEVEL

LOWPASS

BYPASS

AUTOOFF ON

NORMAL

1800

FREQ

PHASE

LEVEL

16050

MAXMIN

STATUS

220-240V

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

110-120V

POWER

CAUTION

WARNING

ON OFF

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLICANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN

AVIS:RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

FUSE 115,T2AL/250V

FUST 230V,T1.25AL/250V

110 -12 0VAC ~6 0Hz 220 -2 40VA C~5 0H z

180 WAT TS

Subwoofer Rear Panel

Instruction Manual

10 CSB Subwoofer Rear Panel

Figure 1

Variable Level Control

Use this control to set the level of bass desired

Status LED

This will be green for "on" condition, amber for "standby"

Low Level Input

This is the preferred input to connect to the subwoofer or LFE line out from your receiver/processor. (pgs 5 and 6)

Low Pass Control

An adjustable (40Hz to 140Hz) @ 18dB/ octave low-pass crossover. (pgs 5 and 9)

Low Pass Switch

When in the NORMAL position, adjustment of the crossover can be made by the Crossover Control. If being fed a preﬁltered or THX signal, place the switch at the BYPASS position. (pgs 5 and 9)

Phase Control

This switch allows precise acoustic matching with satellite speaker systems whose output may be phase reversed. (pgs 5 and 10)

Standby Switch

When in ON position, the ampliﬁer will always be on. When in the AUTO posi tion, the ampliﬁer will be in Automatic Standby Mode. When in the OFF position, the ampliﬁer is muted. (pages 5 and 9)

High Level Input

Use this input if your receiver/processor lacks a line-level output, or if you have some other reason to do so. (pgs 5 and 8)

High Level Output

If using the high level input, you may connect your right and left satellites here. This output has a high-pass ﬁlter to help avoid overdriving of satellites. (pgs 5 and 8)

NOTE:

Your ampliﬁer's appearance may differ slightly from illustration

Product Model and Serial Number

Write this number in the space provided on page 2 for future reference.

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 110-120V position.

On/Off Switch

Use this switch to turn the ampliﬁer completely on or off.

AC Input and Fuse Holder

Use the included power cord to connect your amplifier to a wall outlet. (pgs 5 and 6)

Features

Your Atlantic Technology powered subwoofer has been engineered using the latest technology and ﬁnest components available. It features:

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A long-throw composite cone driver with a vented motor struc-

ture and an oversized high temperature, 4-layer voice coil

This powerful driver has a very stiff cone that acts like a piston throughout its operating range. Its massive magnetic motor assem bly and high temperature component parts deliver exceptional per formance and reliability.

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Sealed enclosure design for low distortion and deep bass output

Sealed enclosure woofer designs are inherently low in distortion, and deliver deep smooth bass response with a gradual and predictable roll-off below resonance. As with all Atlantic Technology subwoofers, we have paid close attention to providing accurate musical bass repro duction along with terriﬁc special effects.

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High-current ampliﬁer

The output stage of this ampliﬁer is a highly efﬁcient PWM switching type capable of very high current delivery for exceptional driver con trol and cool operation. It has been precision matched and equalized to our rugged drivers. Together they deliver powerful, controlled bass with great articulation and authority.

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A useful in room working frequency range of 25Hz to 150Hz

Many subwoofers offer specifications that look great on paper, but in real world use deliver less than promised. Atlantic Technol ogy subwoofers are over-designed to ensure that they will deliver their rated performance in your room, when properly placed and adjusted.

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An adjustable (50Hz to 160Hz) @ 18dB per octave LowPass crossover

The steep upper end roll-off slope of 18dB per octave allows for much better bass integration with the satellite speakers while making the woofer less localizable.

NOTE:

If you are using a surround Processor/Receiver that includes its own ﬁltered subwoofer output (or a THX Certiﬁed Processor/ Receiver), we strongly recommend that you set the crossover con trol to the Bypass position.

10 CSB Corner Subwoofer

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Two low level inputs, two high level inputs with highpass out-

puts

Either input may be used with either mono or stereo feed. This allows great ﬂexibility of installation method and hookup. Highpass ﬁlter at high level output reduces bass overdriving of satellites, preserv ing clarity.

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A Phase rotary control (0-180º)

This switch allows precise acoustic matching with satellite speaker systems whose output may be phase reversed. This control also allows you to compensate for unusual room acoustics that occur when the woofer is physically separated from the main speakers. Be sure to try the Phase control across its range when you set up your subwoofer. Even if you’ve simply changed the built-in crossover settings it’s a

good idea to recheck the phase control since the crossover and phase

controls acoustically interact with each other. Pay particular attention to the transition of bass from the woofer to the satellites, listening for smooth and well deﬁned bass throughout the range.

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Automatic standby operation, LED indicator

Automatic standby features signal sensing turn-on with 10-15 minute turn-off delay. There’s a multi-color LED status indicator that lets you know when the unit is on or in standby. Automatic Standby can be defeated by placing the rear mounted switch in the ON position.

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An AC cord power input socket and fuse holder

Your subwoofer comes supplied with a heavy-duty detachable power

cord.

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Voltage Selector

Easily accessible with a screwdriver tip. When changing voltage setting also change fuse accordingly.

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Designed and built to meet all current UL/CSA and European

safety requirements

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