SUBV12P - Subwoofer Origin Acoustics - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Powered Subwoofer
Model	SUBV12P
Woofer	12" Front-Firing Treated Paper Cone
Passive Radiator	12" Down-Firing
Amplifier Type	Class D
Power Output (RMS)	300 Watts
Power Output (Peak)	500 Watts
Frequency Response	21 Hz – 200 Hz
Maximum SPL	101 dB
Inputs	Left & Right Line Level, LFE
Outputs	Line Level High-Pass
Phase Control	0 – 180°
Crossover Frequency	50 Hz – 150 Hz, with Bypass
Power Supply	110–220 VAC, switchable
Auto Power On/Off	Yes (auto/manual/off)
USB Output	5 VDC, 500 mA (accessory power)
Dimensions (W × H × D)	14.75" × 15.625" × 16.75" (375 mm × 396 mm × 423 mm)
Weight	30.3 lbs (13.8 kg)
Cleaning Instructions	Clean only with a dry cloth
Safety Features	Polarized plug, ventilation openings, do not expose to moisture
Parts / Repairability	Refer servicing to qualified personnel; no user-serviceable parts inside
Warranty	Limited 2-year warranty for original purchaser from authorized dealer

Frequently Asked Questions - SUBV12P Origin Acoustics

How do I connect the SUBV12P to my AV receiver?

Use an RCA audio interconnect cable to connect the receiver's subwoofer output to the LFE input jack on the subwoofer.

What is the recommended crossover setting for a stereo system?

Set the crossover knob as close as possible to the lowest rated bass extension of your main left and right speakers. If unsure, start at 100 Hz and adjust.

How do I adjust the phase control?

Sit in your primary listening position and play bass-heavy music. Switch the phase between 0° and 180° and choose the setting that produces the smoothest bass.

Where is the best place to position the subwoofer?

For maximum output, place it in a corner. For smoother bass, move it out of the corner and near the main speakers. Use the 'crawl test' to find the optimal spot.

Why is there no sound from the subwoofer?

Check that the power switch is on and the auto/on/off switch is set correctly. Verify volume levels on both the subwoofer and source. Ensure RCA cables are properly connected.

How do I clean the subwoofer?

Use a dry cloth only. Do not use liquids or cleaners.

What does the USB port do?

The 5V USB output provides power for accessories such as a wireless subwoofer receiver/transmitter system.

Can I use this subwoofer with a 220V power supply?

Yes, the subwoofer has a voltage switch that can be set to 110V or 220V. Ensure the switch matches your local mains voltage before connecting.

What is covered under the warranty?

The limited 2-year warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser from an authorized dealer. Accidental damage or misuse is not covered.

How do I perform the subwoofer crawl test?

Place the subwoofer in your listening chair, play music with a melodic bass line, and crawl along the walls with your head about a foot off the ground. Find the spot where bass sounds smoothest and put the subwoofer there.

USER MANUAL SUBV12P Origin Acoustics

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ORIGIN ACoustics

SUBWOOFER COLLECTION

Table of Contents

Introduction - 1

Important Safety instructions - 2

Specifications - 6

What's Included - 7

General Information - 7

Controls & Connections - 8

Subwoofer Placement - 10

Subwoofer Adjustment - 10

Troubleshooting - 11

Technical Assistance - 12

Warranty - 13

Return Process - 14

ORIGIN ACOUSTICS

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the SUBVP Subwoofer. At Origin Acoustics, we take pride in providing you with a high quality product. All of Origin Acoustics' speakers are designed to have excellent sound quality, longevity, and a simple installation process.

This instruction booklet covers the necessary information for a smooth installation, including: the tools you will need, step-by-step instructions for installation, troubleshooting tips for any errors that may occur, and all warranty information. If for any reason you experience problems or if you have installation questions please call us at [phone]. Hours of operation are 8:00am to 5:00pm (Pacific Time), Monday through Friday.

Important Safety Instructions

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 the polarized plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wide bladed is 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.

12) 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.

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 power-supply 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) Do not open the equipment to reduce the risk of electrical shock. For safety reasons it is only allow to the opened by qualified service personnel.

16) WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. And the apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

17) The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable.

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ATTENTION | RISQUE DECHOCI ÉLECTRIQUE PAS OUVRIR |

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 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 electric shock to persons.

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 appliance.

12" Front-Firing Treated Paper Cone Woofer

12" Down-Firing Passive Radiator

300W Class D Amp

Power Rating Continuous: 300 Watts RMS

Power Peak: 500 Watts Peak

Frequency Response: 21Hz-200Hz

Subwoofer Output: 101dB SPL

Outputs: Line Level High-Pass

Inputs: Left & Right Line Level, LFE

Phase Control: 0 - 180°

Crossover: 50Hz - 150Hz; Bypass

Features: Auto/on/off, 5V USB,

110-220V voltage switch

Weight: 30.3 lbs (13.8 kg)

Dimensions W/ Feet: 14 34 " x 15 58 " x 16 34 "

(375mm × 396mm × 423mm)

SUBV10P

10" Front-Firing Treated Paper Cone Woofer

10" Down-Firing Passive Radiator

200W Class D Amp

Power Rating Continuous: 200 Watts RMS

Power Rating Peak: 350 Watts Peak

Frequency Response: 28Hz-200Hz

Subwoofer Output: 99dB SPL

Inputs: Left & Right Line Level, LFE

Outputs: Line Level High-Pass

Phase Control: 0 - 180°

Crossover: 50Hz - 150Hz; Bypass

Features: Auto/on/off, 5V USB,

110-220V voltage switch

Weight: 25.9 lbs (11.8 kg)

Dimensions W/ Feet: 13 14 " x 14 18 " x 15 14 "

(337mm × 358mm × 385mm)

SUBV8P

8" Front-Firing Treated Paper Cone Woofer

8" Down-Firing Passive Radiator

180W Class D Amp

Power Rating Continuous: 180 Watts RMS

Power Rating Peak: 320 Watts Peak

Frequency Response: 32Hz-200Hz

Subwoofer Output: 95dB SPL

Inputs: Left & Right Line Level, LFE

Outputs: Line Level High-Pass

Phase Control: 0 - 180°

Crossover: 50Hz - 150Hz; Bypass

Features: Auto/on/off, 5V USB,

110-220V voltage switch

Weight: 30.3 lbs (13.8 kg)

Dimensions W/ Feet: 11 34 " x 12 58 " x 13 58 "

(298mm × 319mm × 346mm)

What's Included

Subwoofer

Grille

AC Power

Cord

Manual

Extras You'll Need

RCA audio interconnect cables

Sound pressure level meter (or smartphone app)

General Information

- Observe all warnings on the subwoofer and in the manual. Please check the subwoofer for damage before use.

The subwoofer must be in perfect working condition. Damaged parts may lead to personal injury.

- Connect the subwoofer according to the instructions in the manual.

• Install the subwoofer on a level surface only.

- When choosing the location of the subwoofer, do not place it in locations that are:

- In direct sunlight

- Very humid

- Prone to vibrations

- Exceptionally hot or cold

- Close to magnetic cards (since the speakers are not magnetically shielded placing magnetic cards such as credit cards may cause them to fail)

Caution! Origin subwoofers are heavy. Be careful when lifting them to prevent personal injury.

Controls & Connections

Status Light

This light glows when the subwoofer's power is on.

Off/Auto/On Switch

This switch functions only when the power switch (see pg. 10 "Power Switch") is set to "on." When this switch and the power switch are both set to "on," the subwoofer's power will always be on. When this switch is set to "auto," the subwoofer's power will come on automatically when it senses an incoming audio signal. If there is no signal for 15-18 minutes, the subwoofer will automatically shut off.

SUBV8P

Volume

This knob adjusts the subwoofer's volume. Turn it clockwise for full volume. Note that the subwoofer level control in an AV receiver will also affect how loud the subwoofer plays. With most AV receivers, setting this knob at about halfway up (the 12 o'clock position) will provide a volume level that allows the subwoofer's level to be matched with that of the main speakers.

Phase

Use this knob to adjust the phase of the subwoofer relative to the main speakers. This will help achieve a smoother blend of the sound of the subwoofer and the main speakers. To adjust it, sit in the chair or couch where you usually listen, and play some bass-heavy music with the phase knob set to 0. Now play the same music with the knob set to 180. If you hear a difference, experiment with different settings until the bass sounds smoothest from your chair.

Crossover

Use this knob to set the highest bass frequency the subwoofer will play, from 50 to 150Hz . If you're using an AV receiver or surround-sound processor, set this knob at 150 and use the crossover built into the receiver or processor. If the subwoofer is installed in a stereo system, set this knob as close as possible to the lowest rated bass extension of the main left and right speakers.

Inputs

These jacks accept a signal from an AV receiver, a surround-sound processor, a stereo receiver or a stereo preamp. In a surround-sound system, use an RCA audio interconnect cable (not included) to connect the receiver or processor's subwoofer output to the input jack labeled LFE. In a stereo system, connect two RCA cables (not included) from the preamp or the receiver's preamp output to the jacks labeled R and L.

USB 5VDC output

This jack outputs 5-volt DC power, which can be used to power accessories such as a wireless subwoofer receiver/transmitter system.

Power switch

This is the master power switch that turns on the AC power. It must be in the “on” position for the subwoofer to function. If the power switch is on, the on/auto/off switch (see pg. 8 “off/Auto/On Switch”) controls the subwoofer’s power.

AC cord input

This connector accepts a standard two-conductor AC power cord (included). Note that the jack is not polarized, which means the connector can be reversed. Reversing the AC cord in this jack can sometimes fix hum (grounding) problems in the audio system.

Subwoofer Placement

The more walls the subwoofer is near, the louder (and sometimes boomier) the bass will sound. If you want maximum bass output, put the subwoofer in a corner. If this makes the bass too loud or boomy, move the subwoofer out of the corner and closer to the center of the wall. Often, placing the subwoofer near or between the main speakers helps the subwoofer blend better with the speakers, and gives the best compromise between maximum output and smoothest sound. When you listen to evaluate different subwoofer positions, always do it from the chair or couch where most of the listening will take place.

A simple trick used by many home theater enthusiasts is to place the subwoofer in the primary listening chair, play some music with a melodic bass line (most pop and jazz recordings will work), and crawl around with your head about a foot or two off the ground. Find the spot along the wall where the bass sounds the smoothest and most even from note to note, and put the subwoofer there.

Subwoofer Adjustment

If the subwoofer is installed in a surround-sound system: Use the crossover frequency and level controls in the receiver or surround processor, following the manufacturer's instructions.

If the subwoofer is installed in a stereo system without a built-in subwoofer crossover: Set the subwoofer's crossover control to match the rated bass extension of the speakers as closely as possible—e.g., if you're using tower speakers with 40 Hz rated deep bass response, set the crossover control to 50 Hz.

If you're not sure what the speakers' bass rating is, start with this control set in the middle (about 100 Hz), with the volume control set in the middle. Adjust the volume control until the bass level roughly matches the level of the main speakers. If some bass notes seem to be too quiet, set the crossover control to a higher frequency. If some bass notes seem too loud, set the crossover control to a lower frequency. Do all of your listening tests from the chair or couch where most of the listening will take place.

Troubleshooting

If possible, it's often good to try to isolate the problem first. For example, if you're playing a DVD on a television and there's no sound, try connecting an MP3 player to the system to see if that works. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD player, or the cables connecting them. If it doesn't work, the problem will be with the amplifier, speakers, or those cables.

Problem Possible Cause

No Sound The volume may be turned down or muted. Check the volume settings on both the amplifier and the television/computer/CD player/etc.
No Sound Make sure the proper source is selected on the amplifier or receiver.
No Sound Check the cord connecting the amplifier with the source. The cord may be damaged or plugged into the wrong input or output.
No Sound Check the wires connecting the amplifier with the speakers. Make sure they're connected properly and not damaged in any way.
Poor Sound Quality	If you hear something like static, or the sound is cutting in and out, check the audio cables. If the problem increases when a cable is being moved, then the cable is most likely faulty or not connected properly.
Poor Sound Quality	Today's audio systems may have several places to adjust the volume, for example your MP3 player may have a volume control, and your amplifier may also have one. Check to be certain that the volume isn't turned up past 80% on any device.
Poor Sound Quality	Try changing sources to be certain that the selection you've chosen is a good quality recording.

Technical Assistance

If you have any questions or concerns about installing or using this product, you can reach us through one of the following methods:

Phone: [phone]

Hours of operation: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Pacific Time), Mon - Fri

Email: [e-mail]

If you are having technical trouble, please include the model number and briefly explain what steps you took to resolve the problem in your email, or be prepared to answer these questions over the phone. If you are considering returning the product, it's required that you contact Origin Acoustics prior to any return attempts. This way we can determine if the issue can be resolved without returning the product, or if needed we can provide instructions and support for the return process.

Limited 2-Year Warranty

Origin Acoustics warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Origin Acoustics product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, provided the speaker was purchased from an Origin Acoustics authorized dealer.

If the product is determined to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at Origin Acoustics' discretion. If the product must be replaced yet it is no longer manufactured, it will be replaced with a model of equal to or greater value that is the most similar to the original. If this is the case, installing the replacement model may require mounting modifications; Origin Acoustics will not be responsible for any such related costs.

Requirements & Warranty Coverage

This warranty may not be valid if the product was purchased through an unauthorized dealer. This warranty only applies to the individual that made the original purchase, and it cannot be applied to other purchases. The purchaser must be prepared to provide proof of purchase (receipt). This warranty will not be valid if the identifying number or serial number has been removed, defaced, or altered.

Not Covered by Warranty

• Accidental damage
• Damage caused by abuse or misuse
• Damage caused by attempted repairs/modifications by anyone other than Origin Acoustics or an authorized dealer
• Damage caused by improper installation
  • Normal wear, maintenance, and environmental issues
• Damage caused by voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit
  • Damage inflicted during the return shipment

Return Process

Before making any return attempts, it is required that you first contact Origin Acoustics. Return product to Origin Acoustics or your dealer, either in person or by mail. It's preferable if the product is returned in the original packaging. If this isn't possible, the customer is responsible for insuring the shipment for the full value of the product.

This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties, so this may not apply depending on the customer's location. (For more information, see Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.)

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