SV Sound SB12-Plus User Manual
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SVS SB12-Plus
Small Box — Plus 12” Woofer
Contents:
Chapter 2 Safety instructions
Chapter 3 SVS Welcome
Chapter 4 About your SVS subwoofer
Chapter 5 General subwoofer features
Chapter 6 Setup, integration, and calibration
Chapter 7 Room compensation control
Chapter 8 Parametric equalizer (PEQ)
Chapter 9 Subwoofer specifications
Chapter 10 Terms and Conditions
Last update: 27 April, 2008
Chapter 2-1
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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of any polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two prongs and a third grounding point. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus
should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
16. To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains, disconnect
the power supply cord plug from the receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage " within
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
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Chapter 3
Welcome!
At SVS, you can actually hear the
tireless research and design efforts
built in to our subwoofers and speakers. Years are spent developing any
SVS product — with work typically
spanning from our Ohio headquar-
ters… to US west coast technology
centers… and over to the finest component suppliers in Asia and
Europe as well. Nothing in our speaker offerings is an ―off the shelf‖
product. SVS is committed to making better sound systems with elegant looks, robust construction and world-class technology and materials. We believe you deserve nothing less.
This manual and the printed ―Quick Start‖ sheet will help you integrate
speakers and subwoofer quickly and with professional results.
Armed with only a few basic tools, such a sound pressure level (SPL)
meter, and the test tones built in to most audio/video receivers (AVR),
you will achieve smooth, detailed and powerful reproduction of all your
favorite music and movie audio. Expect to hear things you never
heard before… and expect not to hear some of the artifacts you might
have accepted in the past with inferior brands.
Have a question about your surround sound system? For more
information about SVS products check out our US website, or the exclusive dealer for your region, contact us via phone or e-mail should
you have questions regarding our products.
SVS was founded by audio enthusiasts — our commitment to service
is the only thing that rivals the products we create. Our resellers
around the world feel the same way.
The SVS Team, Ohio, USA
September, 2008
www.svsound.com
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Chapter 4
About your SVS Subwoofer
There maybe be other subwoofers that look like them, but virtually
none work like them. SVS subwoofers are decidedly different in how
they are designed, produced, sold, and the exceptionally high quality
components we use. You could have spent much more on other brands
and still not come close to the performance our products provide. What
makes a subwoofer an SVS?
Quality components, sane prices. You might be surprised at how
inexpensive the components in some not-so-inexpensive subwoofers
are. At SVS, performance is king... not cutting a few dollars from our
―cost to build‖.
Innovative designs, rich materials. We test all our materials, and
features in the real world, and test size and shape, before any design is
deemed ready. Cabinet construction must ensure rigid and durable
products. All our subwoofers offer computer controlled panel cutting,
steel fasteners, and recessed components. Tap the side of your sub,
look at the solid construction or remove your grill, and you’ll know what
we mean.
Sealed, or vented, down-firing or front-firing cabinets. An SVS
tradition is to offer a variety of ―form factors‖ which provide exceptional
performance yet also a compact ―foot print‖ which complements your
room style.
Features and controls. Variable phase, crossovers which can be
defeated, and on select models, variable tuning, equalizers or other
advanced controls are built in to allow customers to make their SVS fit
their needs. Spend time exploring this guide and contact your dealer if
you require assistance on any feature.
World class power. Our advanced amplifiers are designed and
manufactured with a level of fit and finish, and genuine power which is
rare at our competitive prices. Loaded with comprehensive of easy to
use controls, and our tremendously efficient Ohio-built woofers, all our
subs achieve exceptional depth, tremendous power and flat, natural
sound. Hear everything on your music CD’s and DVD’s with SVS
products..
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Powered Subwoofer Common Features.
SVS subwoofer amps use the most durable and accurate designs
possible. Get familiar with yours!
Volume/Gain Use ―gain‖ (in conjunction with your Audio Video Re-
ceiver (AVR) subwoofer output level control) to achieve bass level
calibration to your liking. Start your setup with the sub’s volume/gain
no more than 1/4 to 1/3 of the way up (turned clockwise from the
left).
Crossover Frequency. If you use your AVR’s internal crossover to
manage bass frequencies (highly recommended), the setting of this
knob on your SVS sub is irrelevant. (Note: Use the sub’s crossover
―Enable/Disable‖ switch discussed below to take advantage of this
configuration.)
Phase. Think of long bass waves as conflicting or enhancing each
other, depending on the timing of their arrival at your listening location
(either together, or not). Set phase to zero if your AVR offers settings for the distance from your seat to your subwoofer. Adjust in
small steps for smooth sound with music playing if your AVR lacks a
subwoofer distance setting.
Line In/Out. Use either of the sub’s ―Line In‖ jacks (RCA or XLR
type) to connect the subwoofer to the output jack of your AVR. Feeding just one input is enough. If you are using a conventional amp
and/or a stereo setup you can use the ―Line Out‖ jacks to send sound
(filtered of deep bass information) back to your system amp, or switch
off this filter. A simple RCA signal cable is all you need for either type
configuration. See ―Crossover Feature‖ discussion below for more on
Line Out options.
Auto-On. Your Powered Box allows itself to be in an ―Auto-On‖
mode… or ―On‖ all the time. With the former setting (the switch in the
―Auto‖ position) your subwoofer will ―sense‖ that a DVD or CD etc.
has begun and switch its audio circuits on immediately (the ―hard‖
power switch mentioned below must be set to ―on‖, naturally). A few
minutes after a movie, the Auto-On light will turn from Green to Red,
switching portions of the sub’s power supply back off.
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