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User Manual PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII 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 1 MKII 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[...]
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PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII Before unpacking... Precautions 4 P S U B 1 M K II ! C A U T I O N RI SK OF E LE CTR IC SH O CK DO N OT O PE N W AR N ING : T O RE DU C E T HE R ISK O F F IRE OR E LE CT RIC S HO CK DO N OT E XP OS E TH IS A PP LIC A T E TO RA IN OR M OI ST UR E A V IS: RIS QU E D E C HOC EL ECT RIQ UE- NE PA S O UV RIR DO UBLE INS ULA TIO N W HE[...]
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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 provided. Leave the protective cushion >Carefully invert the subwoofer 180° with the carton open and stand it on the protective cushion so th[...]
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Ideal setup: >For both surround and stereo mode, position the P SUB 1 MKII as close to the two front loudspeakers as possible >The two chassis of the P SUB 1 MKII should face left and right with the connection terminal facing the wall >As the sound is directed from the sides of the chassis, only a small clearance from the wall is required [...]
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Its large range of connection options offers the P SUB 1 MKII an unlimited 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 1 MKII Connection terminal for different applicatio[...]
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8 CR O SS OV ER FR EQ U EN CY 40 Hz 14 0Hz LF E / IN IN PU T OU T PU T L R 60 Hz Subwo ofer L R Front R Rear R Center R ear L Front L A mp lifi er Fr on t S pe ak er R Fr on t S pe ak er L C en ter S pe ak er R ea r S pe ak er R R ea r S pe ak er L L+ L- R+ R- SP EA KE R LE VE L INP UT S The most frequently used and ideal connection conguration [...]
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Connecting the System PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII 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 terminal. The terminal allows the signal to reach the subwoofer without any amplication. Refer to the appropriate manu[...]
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10 The A V receivers and power ampliers of some manufacturers feature separate MAIN IN and PRE OUT terminals. The preamplied signal reaches the subwoofer and can be looped back again ltered. In this way the loudspeakers are relieved in the deep range in order to ensure improved precision and sound characteristics. Refer to the appropriate [...]
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1 1 This is a widely used conguration for stereo mode, although it is less suitable 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 connecting options for your A V rece[...]
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12 PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII 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 co[...]
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13 Thanks to the use of the most advanced active electronics, your new PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII is a cutting edge product in the eld of subwoofers. Thanks to the variable „HP Filter Q“ it features the ability to simulate an unlimited range of sound characteristics. This enables you to adjust operation within the deep bass range to your individual [...]
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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 1 MKII has a polished aluminum surface. As this material is very sensitive, it should be treated with due care. PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII Care and maintenance Daily Use Procedure: >Clean the surface of the [...]
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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 1 MKII Service- and warranty conditions[...]
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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 040507 Subject to modication, in particular technical modications All specications without guarantee PIEGA SA Bahnhofstrasse 29 CH-8810 Horgen, Switzerland T el.: +41 1 725 90 42 Fax: +41 1 725 91[...]