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User Manual PIEGA P SUB 4 Active-Subwoofer V ersion 1.0[...]
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“Music. That‘s really the only important issue when it comes to loudspeakers....“ 2 In our view , the superior loudspeaker is the one that does not interfere. One that adds no sound of its own. That accurately and naturally conveys what was played in the concert or recording studio. Since 1986 we have been working to perfect this ideal – wi[...]
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4 Precautions Before unpacking... 5 Unpacking the P SUB 4 Instructions for unpacking... 6 Installation Instructions Recommendations for ideal positioning... 7 Connection Options Connection terminal for different applications... 8 Connecting the System Conguration examples for stereo and surround mode*... 13 Setting the Sound Characteristics Sett[...]
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PIEGA P SUB 4 Before unpacking... Precautions 4 Please read this user manual carefully and pay special attention to the following precautions and warnings. In your own interest, we advise you to strictly observe the following procedure when installing your new PIEGA P SUB 4. Warning: >The PIEGA P SUB 4 subwoofer has been designed for use with PI[...]
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Procedure: >Before unpacking, remove any jewelry such as watches, rings, bracelets etc. in order to avoid scratching the aluminum >Open the carton as shown in the gure and remove the supply cable and spikes provided. Leave the protective cushion >Carefully invert the subwoofer 180° with the carton open and stand it on the protective cu[...]
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Ideal setup: >For both surround and stereo mode, position the P SUB 4 as close to the two front loudspeakers as possible >The bass chassis of the P SUB 4 should face the front, with the connection terminal facing the wall >Only a small clearance from the wall is required (approx. 30 cm) for this conguration as the sound is directed forw[...]
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Its large range of connection options offers the P SUB 4 a large number of congurations both for stereo and for surround mode. Refer to the appropriate user manual supplied for specic information on the loudspeakers used and components of your stereo or surround system. PIEGA P SUB 4 Connection terminal for different applications... Connectio[...]
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8 This connection conguration for 5.1 surround applications uses an A V receiver with a separate subwoofer output. Since the A V receiver handles the bass management in this conguration, the settings for each loudspeaker can be adjusted individually via the menu. Note that in this case, the LOW P ASS setting of the P SUB 4 has no ef fect (see[...]
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Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 4 Conguration example for stereo and surround mode Dolby Digital System - Surround System with NF Out The 5.1 receivers and power ampliers of some manufacturers have a separate NF Out socket for connecting a subwoofer . This enables the signal to reach the subwoofer without any amplication. Refer to the ap[...]
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10 The power ampliers of some manufacturers feature separate MAIN IN and PRE OUT terminals, allowing the preamplied signal to reach the subwoofer and to be looped back again ltered. In this way the loudspeakers are relieved in the deep range, thus gaining in precision and sound characteristics (see page 13). Refer to the appropriate manual[...]
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1 1 This is a widely used conguration for stereo mode, although it is not recommended for surround mode since there is a risk of overloading with small satellite loudspeakers. With this conguration, the connection is made to the amplier . Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection options for your power [...]
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12 PIEGA P SUB 4 Conguration example for stereo mode Loudspeaker terminals on the subwoofer Commonly used conguration in stereo mode with the loudspeakers (parallel) connected to the subwoofer . Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection options for your stereo amplier . Benet: Frequently used cong[...]
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13 Thanks to the use of the most advanced active electronics, your new P SUB 4 is a cutting edge product in the eld of subwoofers. The connection and setting options provided on the P SUB 4 allow the best possible connection to your stereo or surround sound system and can be adapted to your individual audio requirements. PIEGA P SUB 4 Setting op[...]
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14 From development to production, right down to quality testing, PIEGA only uses materials and components of the highest quality . Y our new P SUB 4 has a polished aluminum surface. As this material is very sensitive, it should be treated with due care. PIEGA P SUB 4 Care and maintenance Daily Use Procedure: >Clean the surface of the P SUB 4 wi[...]
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The warranty is limited to six years on our loudspeakers and three years on our electronics in accordance with the conditions stated below . Read through the service and warranty conditions carefully , especially the warnings concerning the purchase of PIEGA loudspeakers from unauthorized dealers. PIEGA P SUB 4 Service- and warranty conditions W ar[...]
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CONFORMS T O UL STD. 6500 CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA STD. E60065 © Copyright 2004 by PIEGA SA, Switzerland Design by Piega - All rights reserved v1.0 041213 Subject to modication, in particular technical modications All specications without guarantee PIEGA SA Bahnhofstrasse 29 CH-8810 Horgen, Switzerland T el.: +41 44 725 90 42 Fax: +41 44 725 [...]