S U B W O O F E R SW112 DEFIANCE V12 SW110 DEFIANCE V10 DEFIANCE V8 SW108 Owner’s Manual Defiance V SERIES Owners Manual 040418.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 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 Follow all instructions. been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been Do not use this apparatus near water. spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, Clean only with dry cloth.
INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) COMPLIANCE NOTICE This device complies with Industry Canada licenceexempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Warnings and Quick Installation ....................................... 3 Your New Subwoofer ..................................................................... 6 Subwoofer Placement ................................................................... 7 The Advantages of Using Two Subwoofers ................................. 8 Connecting Your Subwoofer ....................................................... 10 Wired Connection .......................................................
SAFETY WARNINGS AND QUICK INSTALLATION • Hazardous voltages exist inside—do not remove cover. • Refer servicing to a qualified technician. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this module to moisture. • Turn amplifier off and unplug subwoofer should any abnormal conditions occur. • The power cord should not be installed, removed, or left detached from the speaker while the other end is connected to an AC power source. • The main power switch near the AC inlet shall remain readily operable.
We know you are eager to hear your new Paradigm subwoofer, so this section is provided to allow fast and easy set up. Once you have your subwoofer operational, please take the time to read, in depth, the rest of the information in the enclosed manual. It will give you perspective on how to attain the greatest possible performance from this most exacting woofer system.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTALLATION IN BRIEF (cont’d) Setting the Controls (Using LFE Input): Defiance V10 and V12 • Setting Control: Set the switch to ‘Local’. • Power Mode: Set the switch to ‘Auto’. • Level: Set at twelve o’clock (straight up). • Use your receiver’s bass management system to adjust subwoofer integration. Setting the Controls (Using LFE Input): Defiance V8 • Power Mode: Set the switch to ‘auto’. • Level: Set at twelve o’clock (straight up). • Use the Low Pass Filter and set to Bypass.
YOUR NEW SUBWOOFER Break In Although Paradigm® Defiance subwoofers sound great “out of the carton,” they will sound even better once they are “broken in.” Allow them to play for several hours before you begin any critical listening. NOTE: If your subwoofer has been transported or stored in the cold, let it warm to room temperature before use. Cleaning Paradigm Defiance Subwoofers have a durable premium finish. To clean, use a damp soft cloth. Do not use a strong or abrasive cleaner.
SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT SAFETY PRECAUTION: Before proceeding with this section, be sure to read and follow all safety precaution notices at the beginning of this manual. Bass is less and less directional as it goes down in frequency. For best sonic integration, locating your subwoofer between your front speakers or beside one of them and close to the back wall will usually provide the best bass performance.
THE ADVANTAGE OF USING TWO SUBWOOFERS Fig. 2 Fig. 2: When using two subwoofers, placing one in the front of the room and the other in the rear of the room usually provides the best bass performance and sonic integration. Consult the “Fine Tuning” section of this Owners Manual for more information on adjusting phase settings.
THE ADVANTAGES OF USING TWO SUBWOOFERS IN YOUR LISTENING ROOM (cont’d) NOTE: The preceding is only a guideline. You may want to use a bass test disc and SPL meter to more accurately determine the bass characteristics of your listening room (see your Dealer for more information). Remember that room acoustics vary, which means that it may take some experimenting with subwoofer placement to achieve the best subwoofer performance. 9 Defiance V SERIES Owners Manual 040418.
CONNECTING YOUR SUBWOOFER SAFETY PRECAUTION: Before proceeding with this section, be sure to read and follow all safety precaution notices and warnings at the beginning of this manual. Turn all components OFF before connecting the subwoofer. NOTE: Speakers set to “Large” with your Preamp/Receiver will still be reproducing bass frequencies—be careful not to overdrive them! We recommend the use of high-quality cables and connectors. (See your Dealer for more information).
CONNECTING YOUR SUBWOOFER (cont’d) Line Level Inputs (Left/Right) Line-Level Input From Pre-Out/Front-Out Without High-Pass Output from Sub — for use with a Preamp/Receiver and Power Amplifier with Pre-Out/Front-Out and Main-In jacks. Using a RCA to RCA interconnect cables and ‘Y’ splitters (not included) connect the subwoofer as shown.
Speaker Level Inputs (Left/Right) Speaker-Level Input — for use with a Preamp/Receiver that has no Sub-Out/LFE-Out or Pre-Out/Front-Out facilities. Using high-quality speaker cables, connect your subwoofer as shown in either of the following connection options.
CONNECTING YOUR SUBWOOFER (cont’d) Preamp / Receiver Preamp / Receiver Speaker Speaker Teminals Teminals LR L R Banana Plugs are required for Speaker Level Inputs Speaker Speaker Level Level Input Input Right Right Left Left Speaker Left Speaker Left Subwoofer Subwoofer Right Speaker Right Speaker Option 3 Preamp / Receiver Speaker Teminals Speaker Level Input Left Speaker L R Right Subwoofer Right Speaker 13 Defiance V SERIES Owners Manual 040418.
Subwoofer CONNECTING THE DEFIANCE WT WIRELESS TRANSMITTER (Sold Separately): Defiance V10/V12 ONLY Subwoofer Preamp / Receiver L Before connecting a Defiance WT wireless R Sub Out transmitter to the Preamp/Receiver, ensure you have “paired” the subwoofer and transmitter. Line-Level Input From Sub/LFE Output — for use with a Preamp/ Receiver that has a Sub-Out/LFE-Out jack. Using a RCA to RCA interconnect cable (not included) connect the Wireless Transmitter as shown.
Subwoofer Preamp / Receiver L L mp / Receiver Sub Out R Power Amplifier CONNECTING THE DEFIANCE WT WIRELESS TRANSMITTER (Sold Separately): Defiance V10/V12 ONLY (cont’d) L L L + – R + – R Speakers Line-Level Input From Pre-Out/Front-Out Without High-Pass Output from Subwoofer — For use with a preamp/receiver and power amplifier with Pre-Out/Front-Out and Main-In jacks. Using RCA to RCA interconnect cables and ‘Y’ splitters (not included) connect the wireless transmitter as shown.
‘PAIRING’ THE DEFIANCE WT WIRELESS SYSTEM (Sold Separately): Defiance V10/V12 ONLY WIRELESS OPERATION If you are not using a wireless option on your subwoofer (Defiance V10 or V12 ONLY) skip this section. Subwoofer placement plays a major role in optimizing bass performance. However, placement can impose the inconvenience, not to mention the unsightliness, of running long lengths of cable through walls, along baseboards and under floors and carpets.
‘PAIRING’ THE DEFIANCE WT WIRELESS SYSTEM (Sold Separately): Defiance V10/V12 ONLY (cont’d) WARNING! To prevent signal dropouts or interference, keep the Wireless Transmitter well out of range of a microwave oven, mobile telephone or Bluetooth device operating on the same frequency. IMPORTANT! The Wireless Transmitter and subwoofer must be no more than 50’ (15 m) apart in the room. The Defiance WT Wireless System is shipped already paired. To re-sync the wireless system: 1.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS: Defiance V10/V12 9 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 6 10 1. Setting Control The SETTING CONTROL switch adjusts how the volume/level of the subwoofer will be controlled — App or Local. App: With the switch set to “App”, all controls functions are controlled via the subwoofer control app. Local: With the switch set to “Local”, the Level (volume) knob control is active. 2. Level The Level adjusts the subwoofers output level to match that of your speakers.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS: Defiance V10/V12 (cont’d) 3. ARC Input The ARC USB connection is used to connect the subwoofer to PC/ Laptop when running ARC (Anthem Room Correction — sold separately). NOTE: Not required when running ARC via Bluetooth. 4. Status Indicator The subwoofers is equipped with a multi-colored LED, (located on the rear) which indicates the current status of the subwoofer • No illumination — Subwoofer is not on.
NOTE: The setting of the Low Pass Filter control is applied to the signal received through these inputs. 7. Line Level Input (Left/Right) The Line Level Input allows the Main-Out or Pre-Out be used on your Preamp/Receiver for the subwoofer connection. NOTE: The setting of the Low Pass Filter control is applied to the signal received through these inputs. 8. Line Level Input (LFE) The Line Level LFE Input allows the LFE Out/Sub-Out be used on your Preamp/Receiver for the subwoofer connection.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS: Defiance V8 6 1 6 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 1. Level The Level adjusts the subwoofers output level to match that of your speakers. 2. Low Pass Filter The level Low Pass Filter controls the subwoofers upper frequency cut-off. This can be set to match the low-frequency roll-off of your front speakers. Example: If your front speakers play to approximately 80Hz, you can set the subwoofers Low Pass Filter frequency to 80Hz.
3. Phase (0 or 180°) The Phase switch inverts the low frequency signal to synchronize the subwoofer with the front speakers. Example: The sound from your subwoofer may arrive at the listening position out of alignment with the front speakers, causing a perceived decrease bass. NOTE: The Phase switch should be set to 0 for most applications. 4.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS: Defiance V8 (cont’d) 6. Speaker Level Inputs (Left/Right) The Speaker Level Inputs allows standard speaker cable be used for the subwoofer connection. To use these connections the speaker cable should be terminated using banana style plugs. NOTE: The setting of the Low Pass Filter control is applied to the signal received through these inputs. 7.
FINE TUNING: Defiance V10/V12 To fine tune your Paradigm Defiance V10 or V12 you will require the Paradigm Subwoofer App. This can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. All adjustments can then be made using the app. TIP: The tuning steps below can be used as a guide when adjusting settings via the app. Reference the controls on the app with the description and function described instructions in “Setting Subwoofer Controls” (see pages 25 & 26).
SETTING SUBWOOFER CONTROLS (Crossover Set By Preamp/Receiver) 1. Turn the Level control completely counterclockwise to its minimum. 2. Turn the Low Pass Filter control to its highest frequency (i.e. Bypass). 3. Switch the Phase control to 0° (if not already set to 0°). 4. Listen to a bass music or video selection while seated in your primary listening area and have an assistant turn up the Level control until the subwoofer can be clearly heard. 5. With the help of an assistant, switch the Phase to 180°.
SETTING SUBWOOFER CONTROLS (Local Crossover Method) 1. Turn the Level control completely counterclockwise to its minimum. 2. Turn the Low Pass Filter control to its highest frequency (i.e. Bypass). 3. Switch the Phase control to 0° (if not already set to 0°). 4. Listen to a bass music or video selection while seated in your primary listening area and have an assistant turn up the Level control until the subwoofer can be clearly heard. 5. With the help of an assistant, switch the Phase to 180°.
ARC® (ANTHEM ROOM CORRECTION) (Sold Separately): Defiance V10/V12 ONLY A True Scientific Solution to the Problems of the Room Even when the finest speakers are perfectly positioned, the room itself still has a dramatic impact on any system’s sound, an impact more profound than that of any individual component. Various solutions have fallen in and out of favor over the years, but none has solved the problem of “the room,” until ARC (Anthem Room Correction) technology.
INTERMEDIATE Method for Apple iOS Device Users Requirements: • iOS Device • ARC Mobile App • ARC Universal Microphone (sold separately — see your Paradigm dealer for details) Download Anthem’s ARC Mobile app to an iOS device. Run the ARC app and select “ARC Universal Microphone,” connect the supplied 3.5 mm cord from your iOS device to the ARC Universal Microphone for measurements. This method walks you through step by step via the app.
LIMITED WARRANTY PARADIGM® SUBWOOFERS: The Paradigm Subwoofers covered in this manual are warranted to be and remain free of manufacturing and/or material defects for a period of three (3) years from the date of the original retail purchase. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of parts for manufacturing and/or material defects will be free of charge to the original owner.
• Provide proof of purchase (your sales receipt given at time of purchase from your Authorized Paradigm® Dealer). Should servicing be required, contact your nearest Authorized Paradigm® Dealer, Paradigm Electronics Inc., or Import Distributor (outside the U.S. and Canada) to arrange, bring in or ship prepaid any defective unit. Visit our website at www.paradigm.com for more information. Paradigm Electronics Inc.
