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1. that will indicate 75 dB When the meter reads 3 left of O that will indicate 67 dB c In the AVR or pre pro speaker setup menu set the value of the subwoofer trim to 3 db Set the Master Volume main volume control of the AVR or pre pro to 0 0 dB In most units this will pro duce a reading of close to 75 dB on the SPL meter when playing the test tones on your speakers d Place the SPL meter in your main listening position ideally on a tripod the Radio Shack SPL me ter will mount to a standard camera tripod adapter with the unit pointed straight up microphone pointed at the ceiling Adjust the tripod so the microphone is roughly at ear height 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Setup Calibration amp Integration e Using the Manual Speaker Setup menu of your receiver or pre pro play the speaker level match ing test tone and adjust each speaker to read 75 dB 5 on the meter with the range switch set to 70 using the speaker trim controls found in the menu for each channel When playing the test tone for the subwoofer use the Gain control on the STA 400D to raise or lower the level of the subwoofer to read 75 dB leaving the subwoofer trim control in the AVR or pre pro set to 3 dB Note the meter may fluctuate by several dB when measuring the subwoofer This is normal and what you are seeing are room modes in play Use t2. and build stuff our own in house enthusiasts would buy with our own hard earned money Over built SVS cabinet construction ensures rigid cores for decades of solid performance All our subwoofers offer computer controlled panel cutting steel fasteners recessed components custom parts made Just for us at every turn Tap the side of your sub look at the solid construction or remove your powder coated grill You ll Know what we mean Sealed or vented down firing or front firing cabinets An SVS tradition Offering a variety of form factors which provide exceptional performance yet also a compact foot print which complements your room style Features and controls Variable phase defeat able crossovers even power saving auto on mode Flex ible hookup options mean your SVS subwoofer can adapt to your space Spend time exploring this guide and contact your dealer if you require assistance on any feature World class driver power SVS woofers have arguably been the industry s best for a decade Now our advanced amplifiers raise the bar to new levels with digital signal processing DSP tuned pre amps With all new power stages more sophisticated protection our subs achieve exceptional depth tremendous power and flat natural sound that defies price points or sometimes even words To hear everything your favorite movies and mu sic have to offer you need the most refined power available SVS Sledge DSP amps push our exclusive woofers like no
3. Right low level input of your sub It does not matter which you use This typical hookup assumes 1 The AVR or pre pro does bass management for the satellite SAT speakers connected to it 2 Handles the merging of any LFE 1 channel in multi channel audio content with the bass from the SAT speakers 3 Manages the proper delay of all speakers and the Subwoofer through a distance or time delay function for each utilized audio channel Nearly all modern AVR s do each of these things see figure 4 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Operations lai Geel l Se De cooce oooooo000a Talelelalalemelalelslalelala e aa i La Lal FIG 4 Alternatively especially for two channel preamps that don t have or don t use any digital management the typical connectivity scenario would be to use both the main channel Left and Right L R inputs into the STA 400D In this case the subwoofer would sit between the main L R low level outputs of the preamp and the L R low level inputs of the STA 400D with the L R outputs of the STA 400D going to the inputs of the power amplifier for the system s L R main speakers see figure 5 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Op
4. of the artifacts you might have accepted in the past from inferior brands Have a question about your surround sound system For more information about SVS products check out our US website or speak with the exclusive dealer for your region Regardless contact us via phone or email should you have questions about our products SVS was founded by audio enthusiasts our dedica tion to customer service Is the only thing rivaling the products we create The SVS Team Ohio USA June 2011 Www svsound com The Sound Authority 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC About your SVS Subwoofer There maybe be other subwoofers that look like them but virtually none work like them SVS subwoofers are decidedly different in how they are designed produced sold and the exceptionally high quality com ponents we use You could have spent much more on other brands and still not come close to the performance our products provide What makes a subwoofer an SVS Quality components sane prices You might be surprised at how inexpensive the components in some not so inexpensive subwoofers are At SVS performance Is king not cutting a few dollars from our cost to build We range the world with our engineers and use the best stuff and best suppliers in the business Innovative designs rich materials We test all our materials and features in the real world
5. 1 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Setup Calibration amp Integration Calibrating the Subwoofer In order to get the best experience from your new SVS subwoofer it is Important to calibrate it with the rest of your speakers To do this correctly you either need an AVR or pre pro with Auto Setup capability or you will need a Sound Pressure Level SPL Meter preferably with Analog display like those sold by Radio Shack as well as a source of test tones It is highly unlikely the subwoofer level can be set correctly using hearing alone due to the difference in hearing capability of individuals as well as the decreased level of hearing sensitivity in the lower frequencies Therefore it is highly discouraged to use your ears as a Substitute for the SPL meter If you have two or more subwoofers in your system it is important that they be level matched set at the same level relative to one another before starting the calibration process If the subs are not level matched there is a risk of unbalanced bass and potential subwoofer localization in your lis tening environment This level matching process is best performed using a SPL meter as discussed above 1 AVR or pre pro with auto setup capability Many AVRs and pre pros newer than 2004 to 2005 have some form of auto setup capability that does a good job of setting channel levels and speaker distan
6. 3 year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship Upon return the products will be repaired and redelivered Naturally this warranty does not cover any product subjected to misuse or accidental damage The bottom line We re proud of our products and want you to be as happy owning one as we are selling one or more to you E mail your Dealer if you have any warranty question or contact SVS directly if in North America SV Sound LLC 6420 Belmont Avenue Girard Ohio 44420 Fax 703 997 2603 Phone 877 626 5623 Email custservice svsound com Technical Support techsupport svsound com 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com
7. STA 400D EQUIPPED SUBWOOFERS Models PCT2 NSD SB12 NSD PB12 NSD Manual Version 1 4 June 2011 The Sound Authority STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Table of Contents Safety Instructions 0 ccc ccc cece eee cece eee cece eeeeeeeeecseeeeeees 3 VVCICOMNG raeino EERE EEEE pp owabencasceceese sees eeecaneat 3 About Your SVS Subwoofer sesssssssssseessceessccessccssrceserceseceserresees 6 Connectivity amp Panel Operations ccc cc ccc ccc cece cece ec cee eeeeeees 1 Setup Calibration amp Integration ccc cece cece cece ete e eee eeeeeeees 13 TERMS CONGIIONS srcavcsecsexnpueseaaocceneaunursnoseeeenasensenGnneeaenaae canwes 18 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of any polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two prongs and a third g
8. ces making calibrating your subwoofer very easy Review the documentation that came with your AVR or pre pro on how to run the auto setup feature Connect your subwoofer and set the Gain control between 10 00 and 11 00 o clock and run the auto setup routine At the completion of running the auto setup routine there are two things you should check in your AVR or pre pro s Manual Speaker Setup menu to make sure your subwoofer has been integrated properly a Check to see your speakers are all set to small with a suggested crossover of no lower than 80 Hz If already small and the crossover is higher than 80 Hz the setting should be left as is b Check to make sure your subwoofer trim value does not exceed the positive or negative limits of trim typically 12 dB to 12 dB but may be different based upon your equipment A value at the negative limit example 12 dB indicates the Volume on the subwoofer was set too high Lower the Gain on the subwoofer and re run the auto setup routine If the subwoofer trim is at the positive limit raise the Gain on the subwoofer and re run the auto setup routine 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Setup Calibration amp Integration 2 AVR or pre pro without auto setup capability Older AVRs or pre pros may not have auto setup capability In this case you will need a Sound Pressure Level SPL meter and a sourc
9. dif ference between the front and the back of a room when the subwoofer is properly calibrated so feel free to try any location that is convenient or meets aesthetic criteria for placement in the room Power and Signal Connection Before making any power or signal connections make sure all equipment in the chain is turned off Plug the subwoofer into a power outlet that is capable of a peak draw of 600 watts Using convenience outlets located on some AVR receivers or pre pros is NOT recommended for your subwoofer as these outlets are not meant for high current devices For a discussion of the audio connections available on your subwoofer see the section earlier in the manual entitled STA 400D Connectivity and Panel Operation 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Setup Calibration amp Integration From an audio signal connection perspective there are two primary ways you can connect the sub woofer based upon the capabilities of the AVR pre pro or preamp you are using In your listening environment 1 Bass Management and time alignment performed in the AVR or pre pro In this configuration it is assumed that the subwoofer will be passed a signal intended strictly for the subwoofer In other words it has no additional higher frequency information that needs to be ac counted for Normally you would use a single coaxial RCA cable fr
10. disconnect this equipment from the mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the receptacle 17 The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK FIG 2 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC WELCOME At SVS you can actually hear the tireless research and design efforts built into our subwoofers and speak ers Years are spent developing any SVS product These days our teams work typically span from our Ohio headquarters to all corners of the USA and of course with the finest component suppliers in Asia and Europe as well Nearly nothing in our speakers is an off the shelf part We spend more and tend to overbuild our Stuff because that s how our customers like It OVS is committed to making better sound systems with elegant looks robust construction world class tech nology and materials We believe you deserve nothing less This manual and the printed Quick Start sheet will help integrate your speakers and subwoofer quickly and with professional results Armed with only a few basic tools such a sound pressure level SPL meter and the test tones built in to most audio video receivers AVR you will achieve smooth detailed and powerful reproduction of all your favorite music and movie audio Expect to hear things you never heard before and expect not to hear some
11. e of test tones used to set speaker levels SPL meters can be purchased at Radio Shack usually for less than 50 Even older multi channel receivers and pre pros have built in test tones but if yours doesnt calibration disks are available that have the tones needed to accurately set speaker and subwoofer levels SVS typically recommends the AVIA II Guide to Home Theater by Ovation Soft ware as a good calibration disk Before starting familiarize yourself with your AVR or pre pro s setup and configuration menu Of particular importance are the menus dealing with setting up your speakers distance level size crossover etc Once you have read and feel comfortable with setting up your speakers you are ready to begin start by making sure your AVR or pre pro knows you have a subwoofer in your system Sometimes the menu item will be Subwoofer Yes or SUB ON etc Ensure all speakers are set to Small and have crossovers set no lower than 80 Hz a speaker set to Small as opposed to Large or Full Range will cause bass frequencies below the selected crossover to be routed from the speaker to the subwoofer a Make sure you have a known good battery in the SPL meter use the Battery Function Set the Weighing switch to C and the Response switch to Slow b Set the Range dial to 70 to start Consequently when the meter displays 0 that will indi cate 70 dB When the meter reads 5
12. erations FIG 5 STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Operations If you have one of SVS s AS EQ1 high resolution multi subwoofer Equalizers see Figure 6 for proper connec tivity with one or more subwoofers Also refer to your AS EQ1 Operator Manual for detailed information on connectivity and setup of the AS EQ1 into your listening environment see figure 6 STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Operations Outputs There are two sets of output connectors on the STA 400D One set labeled Line Out is unfiltered and carries the same signal as found on the input connectors The set labeled High Pass Out has a high pass filter applied which has a corner frequency of 80Hz and a slope of 12 dB per octave The output connectors are typically used to either daisy chain additional subwoofers with a single unfiltered output or as the input to a power amplifier for the Left and Right main channels with no filtering or the 80Hz High Pass applied depending on which set of connectors are used Limiter LED The limiter LED illuminates when the amplifier is being over driven protecting the driver and amplifier from potential damage This LED may flicker during exceptionally loud passages which should cause no concern If the LED Is lit continuously you should lower the input signal the amplifier gain or a combination of both to ensure yo
13. he average of the swings to determine the volume of the subwoofer If you have two subwoofers you should split the difference between the two when making level adjustments For example if you need to lower the combined level of the two subs by 4 dB lower each sub by 2 dB f From this point forward to add to or decrease the level of your subwoofer s use the subwoofer trim in your receiver In some cases the level of your subwoofer trim may exceed 5 dB after tweaking your sub level to taste If this occurs use your SPL meter and a combination of the sub woofer trim in your AVR or pre pro and the Gain control on the STA 400D to get the subwoofer trim back to 3 dB while reading your desired subwoofer level 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Terms amp Conditions Terms and Conditions Details are available on request please contact your Dealer for more Note that these terms and conditions do not affect your statutory rights Shipping When you receive your new subwoofer please check to ensure there is no damage If after unpacking you discover any damage that may have been caused by transportation on your product we request you contact SVS or if outside the USA your Dealer immediately and if possible provide a photo of damage in question to them to ensure the fastest possible correction to the situation Warranty The product has a
14. hnologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Operations Gain Control The Gain control effectively adjusts the output level volume of the subwoofer The higher the gain control is set towards MAX the louder the subwoofer will play Please be aware that high Gain settings may cause the STA 400D s Limiter to engage during loud passages See the discussion regarding the Limiter LED above for more information Main Power Switch Use this switch to apply power to the STA 400D amplifier Power Cord Plug the power cord into a wall outlet It is not recommended that the subwoofer be plugged into a conve nience outlet on the back of a AVR or pre pro as they are not rated for the level of power required Do not use extension cords to lengthen the cord Note the power receptacle also contains the main fuse for the amplifier 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Setup Calibration amp Integration Before using your new subwoofer It is important to get it set up and integrated into the rest of your audio or home theater system to ensure optimum results Failure to properly set up and calibrate your new subwoofer may result in too much too little or boomy bass none of which provides the best overall listening experience There are multiple ways to set up a
15. nd calibrate your subwoofer depending upon what type of equipment you have and how many subwoofers you will be using Each common scenario will be covered below however It you have questions about your specific situation that are not covered here contact SVS Technical Support at techsupport svsound com Unpacking and Subwoofer Location If you have not already done so take a few minutes to carefully unpack your new subwoofer Try to avoid damaging the shipping materials and keep the box and internal cushioning for a short time just in case you need to return the sub for any reason There continues to be much discussion about subwoofer placement If you have done your research and determined the best place for your sub s in your room that s great If not we recommend starting in a corner especially in large rooms leaving about five to six inches in back for cable hookups and to access controls Corners provide the most reinforcement for both sub level and extension and in most rooms provide good response in most listening positions However all the things that make a corner good can also work against you in some cases Causing locations in the room where bass may sound overly loud compared to other locations or inversely bass may be lacking the punch you expect If you find there Is too much bass at certain frequencies or bass response is uneven in the room experiment with different placement options around the room There is surprisingly little
16. om your AVR or pre pro s Sub Pre Out con nector and attach it to either the Left or Right Low Level Line In connector on the STA 400D ampli fier Turn the Low Pass control fully clockwise to disable the STA 400D s internal low pass filter If you have multiple subwoofers you can split the signal at the AVR or pre pro using a Y adapter Or you can dalsy chain an additional subwoofer through the Low Level Line Out connector on the STA 400D amplifier 2 Bass Management performed in subwoofer In this configuration it is assumed that due to the lack of bass management in a preamp typical for 2 channel analog systems bass management will be handled using the features of the STA 400D amplifier If you are using one subwoofer for the bass of both left and Right Channels connect the Left and Right preamp Outputs for these channels to the corresponding Line In connections of the STA 400D Normally the High Pass Outputs of the STA 400D will be connected to the Inputs of the power amplifier for the main Left and Right speakers Using the High Pass Outputs will send all frequencies above 80Hz with a 12 dB per octave slope to the power amplifier for your speakers The Low Pass filter control on the STA 400D should be adjusted to provide the best Integration of your speakers with the subwoofer If you are using two Subwoofers one for each channel connect as above using one sub for the Left channel and one sub for the right channel 201
17. rounding point The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Important Safety Instructions 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids such as vases should not be placed on this apparatus 16 To completely
18. thing else can 2011 Specialty Technologies LLC Call SVSound 877 626 5623 www svsound com STA 400D Equipped Subs SV Sound LLC Connectivity amp Panel Operations STA 400D Connectivity and Panel Operation The STA 400D Sledge amplifier in this SVS subwoofer has and straightforward connectivity and control options that make Integrating the subwoofer into the listening environment an easy task Even though the STA 400D uses what appears to be analog controls all functions are actually implemented digitally in the amplifier This allows a more linear and accurate implementation of controls which again facilitates setup and repeatability of configuration Inputs There are two low level input connectors on the STA 400D One labeled Line In Left white and the other labeled Line In Right red The input signal s can have a High Pass Filter applied which affects the signal presented to the STA 400D s High Pass Out RCA jack single output The Sound Authority Input Configuration Typically today most Audio Video Receivers AVRs and Pre amp Processors pre pros have subwoofer bass management capability So connectivity to the STA 400D amp Is usually via a single coaxial signal cable terminated with familiar large FIG 3 pin type RCA connectors SVS sells such cables in several common lengths The subwoofer signal cable runs from the Subwoofer Pre Out on the AVR or pre pro to either the Left or
19. u are receiving full dynamic range of the amplifier Power Mode Switch The Power Mode switch allows the STA 400D to either stay on all the time On or go into standby Auto if no Signal is being received When in standby mode and a signal is detected on one of the inputs the STA 400D will turn on and begin playing the material Power LED The power LED will be green when the subwoofer is on and ready to receive or is receiving an audio signal When the Power Mode switch is On the LED will constantly be green When the Power Mode switch is on Auto the LED will be off when the amplifier is in standby and green when receiving signal Phase The Phase control allows you to adjust the timing of sound coming from your subwoofer Normally this control should be set to 0 but if you have multiple subwoofers in different parts of your listening environment this control can be use to ensure the sound from both arrives at a listening position at the same time Alternatively this control can be used to better blend the subwoofer with the front main channels if necessary Low Pass Control The Low Pass control adjusts the STA 400D s internal low pass filter Effectively this controls the low frequencies the subwoofer will play Setting this control will allow frequencies below the control setting to be output from the subwoofer and those above It will be rolled off at 12 dB per octave Full clockwise rotation disables the LPF 2011 Specialty Tec
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