Cambridge SoundWorks HD P300HD High Definition Powered Subwoofer - Manual (Page 7)

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The wiring you need depends on the signal source you are
using. The most common source is a surround processor
with a dedicated SUBWOOFER or LFE output. Use a high-
quality shielded cable with a Phono plug on each end from
the surround processor’s output to either the L or R input
jack of the P300 HD.
It is also possible to connect the P300 HD to a stereo
receiver or preamplifier with Left and Right full range out-
puts. Connect a pair of shielded cables equipped with
Phono plugs on each end to the L & R preamplifier outputs
of your source unit to the L & R input jacks of the P300 HD.
Finally, you may use a stereo receiver or amplifier equipped
with only speaker outputs. Connect conventional AWG#14 –
18 speaker wire to the small speaker plug supplied with the
P300 HD. Connect the other end of these wires to the same
set of speaker terminals used for your main left and right
speakers.
Connect the power cord (supplied) to the AC power input on
the rear of the subwoofer. Connect the other end to a
110–120V, 50-60Hz AC outlet. After all connections are
made, turn on the main AC power switch. For normal use,
this power switch may remain on. An automatic circuit will
turn the subwoofer ON automatically in the presence of a
signal, and STANDBY approximately 20 minutes after the
signal has stopped.
ALTERNATE CONNECTION
The RJ11 input jack provides compatibility with the
Cambridge SoundWorks Newton Series P500 and P1000
control consoles. You may connect a P300 HD to a system
containing the control console either as a replacement for,
or in addition to the original P500 or P1000 subwoofer
enclosure. Set the P300 HD crossover and volume controls
fully counterclockwise and the phase switch to the 0-degree
position. Use the adjustments on the control console as you
would with the original P500 or P1000 to set-up your system.
WIRING
COAX
DIGITAL INPUTS
OPTICAL
MAIN RIGHT
TO FRONT LEFT &
RIGHT SPEAKERS
TO SUB'S
SPEAKER LEVEL
INPUTS
MAIN LEFT
CENTER
REAR RIGHT
REAR RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
Red Band
White Band
Connect plug to speaker output
COAX
SUB OUT
DIGITAL INPUTS
MAIN RIGHT
MAIN LEFT
CENTER
REAR RIGHT
REAR RIGHT
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
SIGNAL CABLE
WITH RCA PLUGS
RECEIVER
OPTICAL
Dolby Digital and Dolby Surround receiver
Line level connector
This jack is usually labeled "SUB OUT," but it may
say "SUBWOOFER" or "LFE OUTPUT". Check
the receiver owner's manual to identify it.