Athena Technologies AS-P6000 - Manual (Page 3)

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TERMINOLOGY AND CONTROLS
Front Control Panel - Diagram 1
1. Subwoofer Volume
Control - This controls
the relative volume level
of the subwoofers’
internal amplifier. It is
independent of the
volume control from the
Master Volume control
on your receiver.
2. Status Indicator -
The status indicator is located just above the athena logo on the front panel. The
status indicator will emit a green light when the subwoofer is actively producing
sound. The amplifier is automatically activated by any signal from any of the inputs
on the subwoofer. When the indicator is red, the subwoofer is in standby mode, and
is ready to turn on as soon as the next time a signal is sent to the subwoofer.
NOTE: When engaged, the auto-on auto-off circuit does not instantly turn off the
subwoofer. The subwoofer will remain in the “on” mode (green) for up to 10
minutes after the last signal, even when the system is turned off completely.
Rear Panel - Diagram 2
1. Low Pass Filter Control - This controls the
effective frequency range of the subwoofer. It has a
range of 40-120 Hz to allow you to correctly match
the output of the subwoofer with that of the rest of
the system.
2. Mode Switch - This switch enables the Auto-On/
Auto-Off system when “AUTO” is selected.
• In AUTO mode, the subwoofer turns on and off by
sensing signals from either the RCA or line level
inputs.
• If “ON” mode is selected, the subwoofer will
remain on at all times, bypassing the Auto-On/
Auto-Off system.
• In “OFF” mode, the subwoofer will remain off and
will not power up.
3. Sub Input - This input is an RCA type mono input
jack. NOTE: Please see the connections section for
suggestions on which input is appropriate for your
system.
4. High Level Inputs - These are connectors when
utilizing standard speaker wire. The High Level
inputs are designed to be used on receivers or
amplifiers that do not incorporate any RCA type
subwoofer outputs. If your receiver is equipped with
an RCA typesubwoofer output, these inputs will not
be utilized.
HOW TO CONNECT AND USE
YOUR SUBWOOFER
Caution: Turn off all power in your audio/video system before proceeding with
your installation. Not doing so could result in potential damage to the system.
Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 1
If your front speakers are athena
TECHNOLOGIES ® Speakers
1. On the rear of the receiver there should be a single RCA type jack named “Subwoofer
Out” Connect a single RCA type audio cable from the “Subwoofer Out” jack to the
“Input” jack on the rear of the athena TECHNOLOGIES
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(#3 on diagram #2)
2. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
3. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker
that you have in the front channels of your system. Audition Series and WS Series
models are printed on the panel, on the outer ring, surrounding the Low Pass Filter
Control. For example if you have AS-F1 speakers, set the control to the F1 position.
This will adjust the frequency output of the subwoofer to precisely match your
speakers, and will result in a seamless system for both music and movies.
4. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system.
This can be done to suit your personal taste, and room size. Start somewhere
in the middle of the dial and adjust as you feel is necessary.
Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 2
With other brands of front speakers
1. On the rear of the receiver there should be a single RCA type jack named
“Subwoofer Out” Connect a single RCA type audio cable from the “Subwoofer Out”
jack to the “Input” jack on the rear of the athena subwoofer (#3 on diagram #2)
2. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
3. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker
that you have in the front channels of your system. The best way to start finding the
correct frequency is to set the control to the low level cut off of the front speakers.
This specification can be found in the owners manual of your speakers, or from the
manufacturer. This is just a starting point however as room acoustics, placement
and other variables dictate the final position of this control to get the sound of the
subwoofer to blend with that of the front speakers.
4. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system.
This can be done to suit your personal taste, and room size. Start somewhere in the
middle of the dial and adjust as you feel is necessary.
Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 3
High Level or Speaker Type Inputs
NOTE: These inputs are provided for use with receivers or amplifiers that do not
have a built in RCA type subwoofer jack. If your receiver has an RCA subwoofer
type jack it is recommended to use it, using the instructions above.
1. On the rear of your receiver, locate the Front Speaker outputs. Connect a pair of
speaker cables from the receivers front speaker outputs marked “Speaker A” to the
left and right front speakers.
2. Using an additional pair of speaker cables, connect a pair of speaker cables from
the receivers front speaker outputs marked “Speaker A” to the Speaker Inputs
(#4 on diagram #2) on your athena TECHNOLOGIES
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3. NOTE: Make sure that you carefully match the Positive to Positive and Negative to
Negative on all speaker connections. Also make sure the left and right channels are
wired separately and correctly.
4. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
5. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker
that you have in the front of your system. The best way to start finding the correct
frequency is to set the control to the low level cut off of the front speakers. This
specification can be found in the owners manual of your speakers, or from the
manufacturer. This is just a starting point however as room acoustics, placement
and other variables dictate that you will need to experiment with this control to get
the sound of the subwoofer to blend with that of the front speakers.
6. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system.
This can be done to suit your personal taste, and room size. Start somewhere in the
middle of the dial and adjust as you feel is necessary.
We sincerely hope that you enjoy your subwoofer for many years to come.
Warranty Outside of the United States and Canada
Outside of North America the warranty may be changed to comply with local regulations.
Ask your local athena TECHNOLOGIES
® retailer for details of the limited warranty
applicable in your country.
Warranty for United States and Canada (SEE BACK COVER)
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