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Quick Start Guide
PB-3000
Congratulations on choosing the SVS PB-3000, one of the most powerful and advanced
subwoofers in the world. We know you’re anxious to get it cranking so the following steps will
guide you through the quick and easy installation process.
We strongly recommend reading the PB-3000 Owner’s Manual to get the best possible
performance out of your new subwoofer. You’ll find useful information about subwoofer
placement, connections, DSP functions and more.
Unbox It
If you followed the PB-3000 Subwoofer unboxing instructions properly you will
have the following items in front of you. Please confirm all pieces are available
before continuing.
[PB-3000 Subwoofer]
[Detachable Power Cord] [Port Plugs]
[Removable Metal Grille]
RL
LFE
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Set It Up
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The location of your subwoofer in the listening environment can affect its performance. If possible, start with corner placement
on the same wall as the front speakers, or anywhere along the front stage in between or outside of your main speakers.
Corner Placement: offers huge impact and reduces the
potential to encounter bass nulls, or ‘dead spots’. If “boominess” occurs, you can try pulling it away from the wall and
using the DSP tuning controls to smooth performance.
Hook It Up
Line Level Connection – Single LFE Channel
RECEIVER/PREAMP
LINE LEVEL OUTPUTS
SUBWOOFER
(SUB1)
REAR FRONT
CENTER
Front Placement: In between or to the side of the front
channel speakers often results in the best blending with the
main speakers and center channel and minimizes localiza-
Side Wall Placement: Side wall placement is less frequently
used but can be an effective subwoofer location for
excellent accuracy and output.
tion effects.
For most set-ups, a single RCA subwoofer interconnect cable running from the AV Receiver’s “SUB 1” output to the PB-3000’s
“LFE” line level input is all that’s required to connect the subwoofer into your system. If you run separate Preamplifier and Power
Amplifiers, follow the “Line Level Connection – Stereo Receiver or Preamplifier Left/Right Channels” connection guide below.
Line Level Connection – Stereo Receiver or Preamplifier Left/Right Channels
AUTO [amber]
SVS SOUNDPATH WIRELESS
ON [blue]
LOW
AUDIO ADAPTER
PASS
+
30Hz 40Hz 60Hz 90Hz 140Hz LFE
LOW PASS
INPUT OUTPUT
ONOFF
100V-120V ~ 50-60Hz 800W
LINE LEVEL
0°
PHASE
90° 180°
R
L
_
VOL
PHASE
LFE
TRIGGER INPUT
3V-12V | AC/DC
STA-800D|2
RECEIVER/PREAMP
LINE LEVEL OUTPUTS
REAR FRONT
L
R
Need Help?
Our Sound Experts are standing by to help with subwoofer placement, installation,
calibration, AV receiver settings, room rattle and anything else you need advice about.
Just call, email or chat online with our Sound Experts:
(877) 626-5623 | custservice@svsound.com | www.svsound.com
INPUT OUTPUT
AUTO [amber]
ON [blue]
LOW
+
30Hz 40Hz 60Hz 90Hz 140Hz LFE
LINE LEVEL
R
L
LFE
0°
_
PASS
90° 180°
VOL
PHASE
LOW PASS
PHASE
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Get Control
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Your SVS PB-3000 Subwoofer can be controlled from the new SVS Mobile App
or via the rear panel for maximum flexibility when optimizing performance
based on your room layout, speakers, system set-up and more.
Download The App
The SVS App is the easiest and most convenient
way to access all of the advanced control features
HOME / VOLUME
available on your PB-3000, from the comfort of
your favorite seat.
For iOS & Android Devices
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MOVIE
PRESET
LOW PASS FILTER
OPTIONS
On The Subwoofer
The rear panel features an intuitive all-new user interface with controls for adjusting the subwoofer’s primary settings. The blue LED bar shows settings for Volume, Low Pass Frequency, and Phase.
Simply press the setting you want to change and then use the “+” and “-” buttons to adjust the
settings.
SVS SOUNDPATH WIRELESS
AUDIO ADAPTER
R
L
INPUT OUTPUT
+
30Hz 40Hz 60Hz 90Hz 140Hz LFE
LINE LEVEL
0°
_
LFE
AUTO [amber]
ON [blue]
LOW
PASS
90° 180°
VOL
PHASE
LOW PASS
PHASE
PARAMETRIC EQ
PEQ1
PEQ2
PEQ3
ACTIVE
DISABLED
ACTIVE
20 40
0
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
-12
Hz
FREQ: 200
BOOST: 0 dB
Q FACTOR: 1.2
UP (+)
AUTO / ON
LOW PASS FREQUENCY
PHASE
VOLUME
DOWN (-)
10050
200
Please note, some DSP settings can only be accessed using the SVS app.
Get Calibrated
For connection to an AV Receiver, set the PB-3000 volume to -10 in the app (on
the rear panel, all but the last two lights illuminated). Set the low pass filter to LFE
and the phase to 0 degrees, then run auto-set-up on the AV Receiver. Always
re-run set-up if you move the subwoofer to
another location.
AUTO EQ - START
MIC INPUT
For additional guidance on recommended crossover or low pass filter settings specific to your system,
visit our Subwoofer Matching Tool at www.svsound.com/merlin, or contact our Sound Experts.
For connection to a Stereo Receiver or
Preamplifier without auto-set-up, adjust the
PB-3000 volume to match the output of your
main speakers, and adjust the low pass filter
to blend the bass between the PB-3000 and
your speakers. If needed, consult with our
Sound Experts on the best phase setting.
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