Dayton Audio VS8 8" Universal Low-Profile Subwoofer - Manual (Page 2)

Thank you for purchasing the Dayton Audio ® VS8 8" Versatile Subwoofer. The compact
design, various mounting possibilities, and multiple wiring configurations make it a perfect
addition to any stereo, home theater or even car audio system. It features a complex flared
port bass reflex design and an 8" long-throw woofer providing a surprising amount of bass
from such a compact subwoofer. This low-profile subwoofer is finished in a contemporary
aluminum look vinyl wrap that will complement any décor.
The omni-directional nature of low frequency and the compact low-profile design of this
subwoofer allow countless mounting options:
• IN-WALL – for a truly stealth installation this subwoofer fits between studs and was
purposely designed for easy in-wall installation. Dayton Audio VS8IG in-wall mounting
kit (sold separately) is required
• ON-WALL – this subwoofer can be mounted low on the wall with optional wall mounting
system (sold separately) even behind furniture
• DOWN FIRING – under cabinet, under couch, on top of armoire, or on the entertainment
center as a TV stand are all possible. Four rubber feet are included for down-firing
installations to elevate the subwoofer and protect the surfaces. If coupling to the floor
is desired Dayton Audio speaker spikes can be used instead (sold separately)
• UP-FIRING – want it to be hidden (aka: WAF) simply slide it under a chair, armoire,
table or couch*
The 4-pads are to be placed on the rear of the speaker when the subwoofer is placed
on its back (firing up) or for on-wall applications. These pads reduce vibration, and offer
protection between sub and surface.
*Placing the subwoofer under or behind furniture will have no adverse effects
What’s in the box
• 8" versatile low-profile subwoofer
• 4 rubber cabinet feet with hardware
• 4 self-adhesive foam pads
Room placement
This subwoofer's small size and versatility in mounting allows for placement just about
anywhere in the room. Use two or more subwoofers to maximize the low frequency effects
from your favorite programs. Mounting the subwoofers closer to the corners (aka: corner
loading) will provide even more bass from these exquisitely designed speakers. For on-
wall or in-wall* installation, orient the subwoofer with the port below the driver and mount
the subwoofer low on the wall. Placing the subwoofer under furniture, behind cabinetry,
or even behind seating will result in no adverse affects to the sound quality.
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The subwoofer is factory wired
for 8-ohm single channel
operation. The pre-installed
jumper wire connects the
negative (-) terminal of one
voice coil to the positive
(+) terminal of the second
voice coil resulting in a series
load of 8-ohms. Connect the
amplifier's positive (+) output
to the unused red terminal
and the amplifier's negative
(-) output to the unused black
terminal.
The subwoofer can be
configured for 2-ohm
operation. Remove the pre-
installed jumper wire from
the terminals and connect
between the two positive (+)
terminals. Make a second
jumper wire and connect
between the two negative
(-) terminals. This will result
in a parallel load of 2-ohms.
Connect the amplifier's
positive (+) output to one
of the red terminals and
the amplifier's negative (-)
output to one of the black
terminals.
The subwoofer can be
configured for dual 4-ohm
operation. Simply remove
the jumper wire from the
subwoofer. This will result
in two individual loads of
4-ohms. Connect the positive
(+) and negative (-) leads from
one amplifier channel to the
red and black terminals in one
terminal cup. Repeat for the
second amplifier channel to
the other terminal cup.
Connecting the speaker
Note: Two sets of input terminals are provided to offer versatility in wiring configuration.
Please refer to your amplifier manual for minimum allowable impedance before proceeding.
8-ohm single channel operation:
2-ohm single channel operation:
4-ohm two channel operation:
Powering the VS8 subwoofer
For best results the VS8 should be
used with a dedicated subwoofer
amplifier with 6-10dB of bass
boost at 40Hz. The Dayton Audio
SA230 Subwoofer Amplifier (sold
separately) was purposely built
to be used with the VS8 and is
preset at the factory to 9dB boost
@ 40Hz. Up to two VS8 (wired for
8-ohm operation) can be used per
SA230 subwoofer amplifier.