Athena Technologies AS-P6000 User Manual
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Subwoofer Volume Control - This controls 2. Status Indicator - The status indicator is located just above the athena logo on the front panel. The NOTE: When engaged, the auto-on auto-off circuit does not instantly turn off the Rear Panel - Diagram 2 1. Low Pass Filter Control - This controls the effective frequency range of the subwoofer. It has a 2. Mode Switch - This switch enables the Auto-On/ • In AUTO mode, the subwoofer turns on and off by • If “ON” mode is selected, the subwoofer will • In “OFF” mode, the subwoofer will remain off and 3. Sub Input - This input is an RCA type mono input jack. NOTE: Please see the connections section for 4. High Level Inputs - These are connectors when utilizing standard speaker wire. The High Level HOW TO CONNECT AND USE Caution: Turn off all power in your audio/video system before proceeding with Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 1 TECHNOLOGIES ® Speakers 1. On the rear of the receiver there should be a single RCA type jack named “Subwoofer ® subwoofer (#3 on diagram #2) 2. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC 3. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker This will adjust the frequency output of the subwoofer to precisely match your 4. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system. Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 2 1. On the rear of the receiver there should be a single RCA type jack named 2. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC 3. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker 4. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system. Connecting and Operating the Subwoofer - Method 3 NOTE: These inputs are provided for use with receivers or amplifiers that do not 1. On the rear of your receiver, locate the Front Speaker outputs. Connect a pair of 2. Using an additional pair of speaker cables, connect a pair of speaker cables from ® subwoofer. 3. NOTE: Make sure that you carefully match the Positive to Positive and Negative to 4. Plug the Subwoofer’s AC cord into an AC outlet. Do not use the accessory type AC 5. Set the Low Pass Filter Control (#1 on diagram #2) to match the model of speaker 6. Adjust the Volume Control (#1 on diagram #1) to match the output of the system. 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. ® retailer for details of the limited warranty applicable in your country. 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the relative volume level
of the subwoofers’
internal amplifier. It is
independent of the
volume control from the
Master Volume control
on your receiver.
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.
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.
range of 40-120 Hz to allow you to correctly match
the output of the subwoofer with that of the rest of
the system.
Auto-Off system when “AUTO” is selected.
sensing signals from either the RCA or line level
inputs.
remain on at all times, bypassing the Auto-On/
Auto-Off system.
will not power up.
suggestions on which input is appropriate for your
system.
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.
YOUR SUBWOOFER
your installation. Not doing so could result in potential damage to the system.
If your front speakers are athena
Out” Connect a single RCA type audio cable from the “Subwoofer Out” jack to the
“Input” jack on the rear of the athena TECHNOLOGIES
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
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.
speakers, and will result in a seamless system for both music and movies.
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.
With other brands of front speakers
“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)
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
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.
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.
High Level or Speaker Type Inputs
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.
speaker cables from the receivers front speaker outputs marked “Speaker A” to the
left and right front speakers.
the receivers front speaker outputs marked “Speaker A” to the Speaker Inputs
(#4 on diagram #2) on your athena TECHNOLOGIES
Negative on all speaker connections. Also make sure the left and right channels are
wired separately and correctly.
outlets on the rear of the AV receiver.
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.
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.
Ask your local athena TECHNOLOGIES
Laboratories Licensing. “DTS” is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems Inc.