Origin Acoustics Bassic V10 User manual

Installation Manual
V 1.1
Bassic V10 Subwoofer
Model:
SUBV10

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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Before You Begin 1
Cleaning and Care 1
Subwoofer Placement 2
Proximity to Main Channel or Front Speakers 2
Proximity to a Wall or Corner 2
Subwoofer Connections and Controls 3
LFE Input 3
Low Level Input 3
On/O/Auto Switch 4
USB Port 4
Volume Control 4
Frequency Control 5
Phase Switch 6
Troubleshooting 7
Technical Assistance 8
Warranty 8
Two-Year Warranty 8
Requirements and Warranty Coverage 9
Return Process 9
Specifications 10
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an Origin Acoustics subwoofer. Proper-
ly set up, your subwoofer will provide the most thrilling sub-bass
experience possible. This manual will familiarize you with its
connectivity and adjustment features while guiding you towards
maximizing its performance. Please read it carefully, and keep it
handy for future reference.
Before You Begin
Please make sure the following items are included with your sub-
woofer:
• 1 AC Power Cord
• 4 Rubber Feet (attached)
• 1 Protective Cloth Grille (attached)
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your dealer
immediately.
Verify the power switch is in the OFF position before making any
connections; when making connections, make them securely.
Failure to do so may result in noise, poor performance, or damage
to connected equipment.
Cleaning and Care
Take care not to scratch the fine finish of your subwoofer. Do not
place hard irregularly shaped objects on or abutting your sub-
woofer. Clean with a so cloth and a furniture cleaner or rubbing
alcohol.
Do not touch or tap on the aluminum cone while the subwoofer is
operating. This can permanently mar, damage or dent the cone.

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Subwoofer Placement
Though your Origin Acoustics subwoofer will provide high-quality,
high-impact bass from a wide variety of locations, its placement
in the room can greatly aect its performance. Thankfully, our
ears have a hard time localizing where bass frequencies originate
from, which makes subwoofers noticeably more placement-flexi-
ble than full-range speakers. Following these general guidelines—
along with some fine-tuning and experimentation—will maximize
your subwoofer’s performance potential.
Proximity to Main Channel or Front Speakers
Start by placing your subwoofer on the floor and along the same
wall as your front speakers so that it is between one of these
speakers its adjacent sidewall. If possible, limit the distance
between your subwoofer and speaker so that they are no more
than 6 - 8 feet away from each other. This will help create a better
blend between your subwoofer and the main channel speakers,
resulting in a more uniform soundstage and improved imaging
qualities.
Proximity to a Wall or Corner
If space allows, try experimenting with boundary loading your
subwoofer: It can significantly increase bass impact, lower cone
excursion, and power demands. Placing it near a wall increases
bass output; placing it in a corner maximizes output; placing it
too far from room boundaries will sound uneven and lacking
in impact. Once you have found a good, general location, try
fine-tuning the sub’s placement by moving it in small increments,
using program material containing even and consistent bass.
Moving the sub a few feet in any direction can make a profound
dierence; listen for the position that provides the best combina-
tion of deep bass impact, clarity, and evenness.
Subwoofer Connections and Controls
IMPORTANT: DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO THE WALL
OUTLET UNTIL ALL SUBWOOFER CONNECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE
AND VERIFIED.
LFE Input
If you are connecting your sub-
woofer to a surround receiver,
amplifier, or processor, run a ded-
icated RCA-terminated subwoofer
cablefromthecomponent’soutput
jack (usually marked SUBWOOFER
OUT or LFE OUT) to the input jack
on your subwoofer labeled LFE IN-
PUT. To minimize noise, a shielded
cable is preferred for this type of
connection.
Low Level Input
If you don’t have a dedicated subwoofer output on your receiver
or amplifier, you can use your receiver’s le and right channel
pre-amp outputs. In this instance, you’ll want to connect to the
subwoofer’s le and right low level inputs.
Note: If you are using two subwoofers, and your amplifying com-
ponent does not have dual subwoofer outputs, use a ‘Y’ connector
at the single output to connect two subwoofer cables, one cable
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On/O/Auto Switch
Once all of your subwoofer connections have been
made, flip the power switch to its ‘ON’ position, i.e.
with the number “1” on the switch pressed in. The
indicator light next to the three-position switch
should now illuminate red.
Move the three-position switch on the rear panel from its ‘OFF’
position into its ‘ON’ or ‘AUTO’ position. If your subwoofer is set to
ON, the indicator light should illuminate green. In the AUTO posi-
tion, the indicator will turn from red to turn green once it receives
a signal.
USB Port
There is a 5V USB port on the back to use for pow-
ering a wireless adapter. (Wireless adapter not
included.)
Volume Control
With the knob labeled VOLUME, you can
adjust how loud the subwoofer is. (This
is sometimes referred to as adjusting the
gain or level.) If the component sending
signal to your subwoofer has its own bass
management features, this knob can be
set somewhere in the middle of its range
so that the subwoofer’s output level is con-
trolled by your surround receiver, amplifier,
or processor.
Frequency Control
The second knob, labeled “FREQUENCY,”
sets the subwoofer’s internal crossover
frequency, which is adjustable between
40Hz and 200Hz. This frequency setting
determines the upper limit of the sub-
woofer’s usable bass output; thus, for an 80Hz setting, the sub-
woofer’s operating range extends from this frequency down to its
usable low frequency limit.
Properly setting the crossover ideally results in a smooth transi-
tion from the low-frequency limit of your main speakers to the
upper limit set by your subwoofer’s crossover control. Usually,
this can be achieved by setting the knob to the – 3dB, low fre-
quency roll-o response specified for your main speakers (check
your main speakers’ manual for this specification).
FOR EXAMPLE: If your main speakers have a frequency response
rating of “80Hz – 20kHz, +/-3dB,” the -3dB, low frequency roll-o
point would be 80Hz. Therefore, set your subwoofer’s crossover
frequency to 80Hz as a starting point. You may wish to further
fine-tune the bass blend between your main speakers and your
subwoofer by ear, listening for the smoothest bass that is devoid
of any significant peaks or valleys in its overall response—i.e.,
without too much or too little bass at certain frequencies.
Note: This control is bypassed when using the LFE input on your
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Phase Switch
The switch labeled PHASE adjusts the phase of the
subwoofer’s output waveform in relation to your
main speakers. When the subwoofer’s PHASE switch
is in the 0 position, the cone will have a forward excursion in tan-
dem with the sound signal (i.e., it will push out with the positive
half of the sound wave); when the switch is in the 180 position, the
woofer cone will have a reverse excursion in the opposite direc-
tion of the signal (it will move inward). Depending on your room
and speaker placement, one switch position may be preferable.
The preferred switch position can depend on a variety of factors,
such as your subwoofer’s proximity to your front speakers, where
it is located in your listening area, etc. Try flipping the PHASE
switch while listening to music with obvious and consistent bass
content. Determine which position yields the most bass. If this
setting results in too much bass, adjust the VOLUME control. It is
best to evaluate this while sitting in your main listening position
while someone else is flipping the switch. Leave the switch in the
position that sounds best.
Note: If you’re using a surround receiver, processor, or amplifier
that includes bass management functions (such as speaker dis-
tance settings) or an auto set up program, using this feature is not
necessary; leave the switch in the 0 (up) position.
Problem Possible Cause
No Sound
The volume may be turned down or muted. Check
the volume settings on both the amplifier and the
television/computer/CD player/etc.
Make sure the proper source is selected on the am-
plifier or receiver.
Check the cord connecting the amplifier with the
source. The cord may be damaged or plugged into
the wrong input or output.
Check the wires connecting the amplifier with the
speakers. Make sure they’re connected properly and
not damaged in any way.
Poor Sound Quality
If you hear something like static, or the sound is cut-
ting in and out, check the audio cables. If the prob-
lem increases when a cable is being moved, then the
cable is most likely faulty or not connected properly.
Today’s audio systems may have several places to
adjust the volume, for example your MP3 player may
have a volume control, and your amplifier may also
have one. Check to be certain that the volume isn’t
turned up past 80% on any device.
Try changing sources to be certain that the selection
you’ve chosen is a good quality recording.
If possible, it’s oen good to try to isolate the problem first. For
example, if you’re playing a DVD on a television and there’s no
sound, try connecting an MP3 player to the system to see if that
works. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD
player, or the cables connecting them. If it doesn’t work, the prob-
lem will be with the amplifier, speakers, or those cables.
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If you have any questions or concerns about installing or using
this product, you can reach us through one of the following meth-
ods:
Phone: [phone]
Hours of operation: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Pacific Time), Mon - Fri
Email: [e-mail]
If you are having technical trouble, please include the model num-
ber and briefly explain what steps you took to resolve the problem
in your email, or be prepared to answer these questions over the
phone. If you are considering returning the product, it’s required
that you contact Origin Acoustics prior to any return attempts.
This way we can determine if the issue can be resolved without
returning the product, or if needed we can provide instructions
and support for the return process.
Technical Assistance
Two-Year Warranty
Origin Acoustics warrants to the original retail purchaser only that
this Origin Acoustics product will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship, provided the speaker was purchased from an
Origin Acoustics authorized dealer.
If the product is determined to be defective, it will be repaired or
replaced at Origin Acoustics’ discretion. If the product must be
replaced yet it is no longer manufactured, it will be replaced with
a model of equal to or greater value that is the most similar to
the original. If this is the case, installing the replacement model
may require mounting modifications; Origin Acoustics will not be
responsible for any such related costs.
Warranty
Before making any return attempts, it is required that you first
contact Origin Acoustics. Return product to Origin Acoustics
or your dealer, either in person or by mail. It’s preferable if the
product is returned in the original packaging. If this isn’t possible,
the customer is responsible for insuring the shipment for the full
value of the product.
This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties.
Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties, so this
may not apply depending on the customer’s location. (For more
information, see Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.)
Return Process
This warranty may not be valid if the product was purchased
through an unauthorized dealer. This warranty only applies to
the individual that made the original purchase, and it cannot be
applied to other purchases. The purchaser must be prepared to
provide proof of purchase (receipt). This warranty will not be val-
id if the identifying number or serial number has been removed,
defaced, or altered.
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Accidental damage
• Damage caused by abuse or misuse
• Damage caused by attempted repairs/modifications by
anyone other than Origin Acoustics or an authorized dealer
• Damage caused by improper installation
• Normal wear, maintenance, and environmental issues
• Damage caused by voltage inputs in excess of the rated
maximum of the unit
• Damage inflicted during the return shipment
Requirements and Warranty Coverage

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Specifications
Model SUBV10
Part Number SBXSUBV10000
Woofer 10” aluminum
Power Rating 150watts class D
Frequency Response 32Hz ±3dB
Dimensions (WxHxD) 13” x 13” x 13” with grille
(14” x 14” x 14” when installing in cabinet)
Inputs L/R line level, LFE
Outputs N/A
USB 5.V
Controls Level, Phase, Crossover (Crossover is
variable from 40Hz-200Hz
Cabinet Finish Black ash vinyl finish
Grille Material Black cloth