“Not only was the little Velodyne the best small sub I’ve ever used, it was one of the very best subs I’ve used.” -John Potis SoundStage!, April 2002 “The SPL-1200 was able to hit an impressively deep 16 Hz”. -Tom Noussaine Sound & Vision, June 2001 HGS-12X Owner's Manual “How do they get this kind of bass out of such a tiny box? Deep, tight, tuneful and loud enough to rattle pictures on the wall—this is serious subwoofing.
Installation Worksheet Date: _____________ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Model/Serial # _____________ Installed by: _____________________ CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Phone: _______________ Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANTES CONSIGNES DE SECURITE Troubleshooting and Service ATTENTION Risque d’électrocution Ne pas ouvrir If you should experience a problem with the operation of your subwoofer, please check all of the following before seeking service. Following is a simple troubleshooting guide to assist you. 1. 2. 3. 4. Verify unit is plugged in and power outlet used is active.
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE VORSICHT GEFÄHRLICHE SPANNUNG NICHT ÖFFNEN Vorsicht: Zur Vermeidung von Gefahr durch elektrischen Schlag, Deckel (oder Rückwand) nicht abnehmen. Produkt enthält keine Anwenderteile. Reparatur und Wartung nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vornehmen lassen. Das Blitzsymbol dient als Hinweis auf unisolierte „gefährliche Spannungen“ innerhalb des Gehäuses, deren Werte eine Berührungsgefahr für den Menschen darstellen können.
Congratulations! Congratulations on your purchase of a Velodyne subwoofer system. This system represents the absolute state of the art in accurate low frequency reproduction. We believe this to be one of the finest subwoofers available anywhere! In this new subwoofer, we have combined our radical new driver & amplifier designs to obtain our traditionally accurate sound while increasing efficiency and output to new standards.
systems. Even at 1 watt, many conventional units produce several percent distortion. Secondly, the odd order, higher harmonics are much more offensive to the human ear than the closer 2nd harmonic. An interesting result of this reduced distortion is that some of the bass, when played over an extremely accurate subwoofer system, seems to actually be missing.
Volume control This control allows you to balance the output from the subwoofer to the main speakers/amplifier in your system. This control should be set to achieve similar output level from both the main speakers and subwoofer when listening to music. A good starting point for the volume control is 4 or 5 dots from minimum.
for a subwoofer is tucked away in a corner of your listening room. This location will usually provide the greatest output levels with optimum low frequency extension. The worst location for a subwoofer it typically far away from any walls, and close to the center of your room. Avoid these locations when possible. When using a pair of Velodyne subwoofers in stereo, it is preferable to place each subwoofer by the satellite of the same channel.
When installed in this fashion, your satellite speakers will be crossed over at 80Hz which removes the lower bass from your amplifier and speakers, enabling them to do a better job reproducing high frequencies. By utilizing this method, you will have a bi-amplified system, gaining improved power and headroom for your system. Subwooferoutputs The Velodyne subwoofer is designed to operate using the full range audio signal for input when using the built-in crossover.
When installed in this fashion, your satellite speakers will be crossed over at 80Hz which removes the lower bass from your amplifier and speakers, enabling them to do a better job reproducing high frequencies. By utilizing this method, you will have a bi-amplified system, gaining improved power and headroom for your system. Subwooferoutputs The Velodyne subwoofer is designed to operate using the full range audio signal for input when using the built-in crossover.
for a subwoofer is tucked away in a corner of your listening room. This location will usually provide the greatest output levels with optimum low frequency extension. The worst location for a subwoofer it typically far away from any walls, and close to the center of your room. Avoid these locations when possible. When using a pair of Velodyne subwoofers in stereo, it is preferable to place each subwoofer by the satellite of the same channel.
Volume control This control allows you to balance the output from the subwoofer to the main speakers/amplifier in your system. This control should be set to achieve similar output level from both the main speakers and subwoofer when listening to music. A good starting point for the volume control is 4 or 5 dots from minimum.
systems. Even at 1 watt, many conventional units produce several percent distortion. Secondly, the odd order, higher harmonics are much more offensive to the human ear than the closer 2nd harmonic. An interesting result of this reduced distortion is that some of the bass, when played over an extremely accurate subwoofer system, seems to actually be missing.
Congratulations! Congratulations on your purchase of a Velodyne subwoofer system. This system represents the absolute state of the art in accurate low frequency reproduction. We believe this to be one of the finest subwoofers available anywhere! In this new subwoofer, we have combined our radical new driver & amplifier designs to obtain our traditionally accurate sound while increasing efficiency and output to new standards.
IMPORTANTES CONSIGNES DE SECURITE Troubleshooting and Service ATTENTION If you should experience a problem with the operation of your subwoofer, please check all of the following before seeking service. Following is a simple troubleshooting guide to assist you. 1. 2. 3. 4. Verify unit is plugged in and power outlet used is active. Is auto turn on/off set properly? Is unit receiving an input signal from your source? Have all controls on subwoofer (volume, crossover, phase, etc.) been properly set? 5.
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE VORSICHT GEFÄHRLICHE SPANNUNG NICHT ÖFFNEN Vorsicht: Zur Vermeidung von Gefahr durch elektrischen Schlag, Deckel (oder Rückwand) nicht abnehmen. Produkt enthält keine Anwenderteile. Reparatur und Wartung nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal vornehmen lassen. Das Blitzsymbol dient als Hinweis auf unisolierte „gefährliche Spannungen“ innerhalb des Gehäuses, deren Werte eine Berührungsgefahr für den Menschen darstellen können.
Installation Worksheet Date: _____________ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Model/Serial # _____________ Installed by: _____________________ CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Phone: _______________ Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Other Velodyne Subwoofer Products: VX-10 DLS Series DLS-3500 DLS-3750 DLS-4000 CHT Series CHT-8 CHT-10 CHT-12 CHT-15 CHT Front Row System CHT-14 Satellites CHT-24 Center Channel Deco System Deco Satellites SPL Series II SPL-800 II SPL-1000 II SPL-1200 II SPL-523 SPL-23 Digital Drive Series DD-10 DD-12 DD-15 THX Ultra 2 DD-18 THX Ultra 2 Signature 1812
“Not only was the little Velodyne the best small sub I’ve ever used, it was one of the very best subs I’ve used.” -John Potis SoundStage!, April 2002 “The SPL-1200 was able to hit an impressively deep 16 Hz”. -Tom Noussaine Sound & Vision, June 2001 HGS-12X Owner's Manual “How do they get this kind of bass out of such a tiny box? Deep, tight, tuneful and loud enough to rattle pictures on the wall—this is serious subwoofing.