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Auto Turn On Function
with this function in the “active” position, your subwoofer can be safely left with the main power switched
on continuously. The subwoofer will turn itself on automatically when an audio signalis present. If no signal
is present for approximately 15 minutes, the unit will switch to standby mode. While in standby mode, your
subwoofer will draw very minimal power. This function can be disabled by leaving the switch in the “inactive”
position.
WARNING: If the Sub-Out channel signal level from your receiver is too weak, this feature will not operate
properly. See VOLUME CONTROL section on previous page.
Power Switch
The master power switch is located on the lower half of the unit. This rocker style switch is the main on/off
control for the unit. This switch should be set to position 1 (up) for on, and 0 (down) for off. If the unit is to be
left unused for an extended period of time, the master power switch should be turned off.
A Word About Crossovers
The microVee is designed to operate using the full range audio signal as input. Some processors/receivers have
a “subwoofer out” (or lFe) jack, which is the ouput of the receiver’s crosssover, that is, signal that has already
had the upper frequencies removed. consult your receiver’s owner’s manual on adjusting this setting. In some
rare cases, combining both the receiver’s crossover and the one internal to the subwoofer may result in low
output and increased noise. In these installations you may need to bypass the crossover in either the processor
or the MicroVee. In some installations, simply setting one crossover to a higher frequency (such as 120 Hz)
will restore maximum performance. To bypass the subwoofer’s internal crossover when the unit is being fed a
low pass signal from another crossover, simply locate the switch marked INTERNAL X-OVER/SUBWOOFER
DIRECT on the rear panel of the subwoofer and set to the SUBWOOFER DIRECT position. This will eliminate
the microVee’scrossover from the signal path.