Phase Technologies PC-SUB WL-8 Original instructions

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PC-SUB WL Subwoofers
Owners Manual / Installation Instructions
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PC-SUB WL-8 PC-SUB WL-10 PC-SUB WL-12
Our speakers are the result of over ve decades of
designing and manufacturing what many consider
the nest sound reproduction products available. We
hold several key patents in loudspeaker technology,
including the soft-dome tweeter. Our mission, our
passion is to constantly advance the art and science
of accurate audio reproduction. Our dedication
insures your new speakers will accurately reproduce
all the impact, detail and delicacy of today’s digital
technology.
Regardless of application, serious audiophile listening
or home theater, we recommend that you take the
time to read this manual thoroughly before connecting
speakers to your amplier or receiver. In the highly
unlikely event that you should experience a problem
with set-up or operation, please contact one of our
carefully chosen dealers for assistance, or contact us
directly.
We trust that your new Phase Technology subwoofers
will enrich your enjoyment of music and movies beyond
your expectations.
PC-SUB WL SERIES FEATURES:
• 300 watt RMS, 900 watt peak power internal
amplier
• Signal sensing auto turn on/o
• Gain control
• Phase switch
• Variable crossover
• Wireless 2.4 GHz uncompressed audio streaming
• Line/LFE input
• Ultra long excursion woofers and passive radiators
• Servo-controlled amplier, which monitors and
adjusts output for dynamic and undistorted response
PC-SUB WL-10
CONTENTS:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2
PLACEMENT 3
HOOKING UP YOUR PC-SUB WL SUBWOOFER 3
PC-SUB WL SERIES AMPLIFIER PANEL 4
VIBRATION ISOLATION PADS 4
SPECIFICATIONS 4
Thank you for choosing Phase Technology speakers. We know there are a wide variety of choices available today, and
we sincerely appreciate your purchase of our product. Phase Technology speakers are built to exacting standards and
will provide many years of listening enjoyment.
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An MSE Audio company www.mseaudio.com
Phase Technology 8005 W. 110th St., Suite 208 Overland Park, KS 66210 [phone] www.phasetech.com

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and other instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used
near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,
etc.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only
with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that
its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the
ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as
a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the ow of air through
the ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that
produce heat.
PLACEMENT
Subwoofers oer the greatest variety of placement options since very low frequencies are essentially non-directional. That is, the human
ear cannot determine where low frequencies originate, thus, speaker placement is open to a wide variety of choices. By using the
wireless option, your PC-SUB WL subwoofer can be placed anywhere AC power is available within a 50-foot radius of the transmitter. It is
recommended that you place the subwoofer along the same wall as your front speakers. If using one subwoofer, a corner placement will
give you the most low frequency output. If using two subwoofers, start by placing them next to the front left and right speakers in both
front corners or one in the corner and one 1/3 of the way along the front wall from the corner. Each room is dierent. Experiment with
these options and try other locations until you get the best results.
HOOKING UP YOUR PC-SUB WL SUBWOOFER
Option 1: Wireless Setup
The PC-SUB WL wireless transmitter includes a power adapter. This power adapter is a universal adapter and is designed to operate on
household power of 100-240V and 50/60Hz. Plug the power adapter into a convenient power outlet and the small coaxial power plug
into the rear of the transmitter socket labeled “DC In +5V”. The transmitter should power up and display a blue LED light on the front of
the unit.
Most A/V receivers and processors are equipped with a “SUB OUT”, “LFE” (mono) or “Pre-Amp Out” (stereo) connection. The transmitter
is equipped to accept either Left and Right (stereo) or a single (mono) subwoofer input. For a single input, connect the “Right/LFE/Sub In”
on the wireless transmitter to the “Subwoofer Out”, “SUB OUT”, or “LFE Out” on the rear of your receiver or processor using a dedicated
RCA interconnect cable. For stereo output, connect the “Pre-Amp Out” on your receiver to the left and right connectors on the transmitter.
Turn the sub amplier “GAIN” to minimum and plug the PC-SUB WL into a wall outlet and turn the power switch on. The power LED should
turn red and the Wireless Status LED should be blue. The transmitter and the subwoofer now need to be synchronized (paired) so that
they will recognize each other.
Transmitter / Receiver pairing instructions
Up to two PC-SUB WL Subwoofer wireless systems can work in close proximity. When using two subwoofers each system needs to be
paired to its own transmitter. Pairing is done as follows:
1. Press and hold the RESET button for the receiver unit on the back of the subwoofer once. The blue LED will start blinking quickly.
2. Press and hold the button located on the bottom of the transmitter unit once. The Blue LED will start blinking quickly. After a few
seconds both blue LEDs will stay on continuously. If pairing is not successful the blue LED on the Transmitter will start blinking slowly
after 10 seconds. In this case, press the button on the transmitter again.
Note: There is no need to press the receiver button again (the button on the back of the subwoofer). The ashing Receiver LED indicates
that the receiver is waiting for a transmitter to connect to it.
Two wireless PC-SUB WL subwoofers can be used simultaneously, but each requires its own transmitter. If you already have one system
installed, then repeat the above process but press the transmitter button on the second transmitter twice in order to avoid interference
with the rst system. Our wireless topology uses adaptive frequency hopping. If interference is detected the transmitter and receiver
automatically switch to another channel. If for some reason the pairing is interrupted then re-pairing will resolve the problem and return
the system to normal operation.
NOTE: Recommended wireless operating range is 50 feet. The range depends on usage and obstructions between the transmitter and
receiver.
Option 2: Wired Direct Connection Setup
This is the recommended (wired) method of connection for those applications where the Wireless Transmitter will not be used. Never
attempt to connect your PC-SUB WL using both the wired and wireless hookups.
Most A/V receivers and processors are equipped with a “Subwoofer Out”, “LFE”, or “Pre-Amp Out” connection. Run a dedicated RCA
interconnect cable from the subwoofer output terminal on your receiver or amplier to the “LINE IN” terminals on the subwoofer. If a
single RCA cable is used, plug it into the Right (LFE) input jack. If you are using a stereo cable then connect it to both the Left and Right
input jacks
Bass Management
Many home theater receivers/processors have a “Bass Management” feature that controls how the bass is processed and delivered to
the subwoofers. Look carefully in your amplier or receiver’s instruction manual for details on how to adjust this feature for your system.
When used with a Dolby Digital or DTS-capable receiver/processor with the transmitter or subwoofer hooked to the sub out turn the “LFE”
switch on the amplier to “ON”.
If you are NOT using the receiver’s internal processor for subwoofer control then turn the “LOW-PASS” frequency control on the PC-SUB
WL to the desired setting, the “LFE” switch should be o. Consult the instruction manuals for your amplier/receiver and speaker system
for their recommended setting. It may take some experimentation to nd the best sound for your room and your system.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
10. Power Source - The appliance should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed up or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
12. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance
should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.
14. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so
that neither objects fall nor liquids spill into the inside of the
appliance.
15. Damage Requiring Service - The application should
be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
a. the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
b. Objects have fallen onto or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance,
c. the appliance has been exposed to rain,
d. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance, or
e. the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
16. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualied
service personnel.
17. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an
appliance is not defeated.
18. FCC Rules Part 15 Compliance - This device
complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-
003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
!
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the
presence of un-insulated“dangerous voltage: within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or
back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied service
personnel.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN !
APPLICABLE FOR USA, CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED
FOR USAGE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME
LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRESE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND.

PC-SUB WL Subwoofer Amplier Panel
(on the rear of subwoofer)
PC-SUB WL SERIES AMPLIFIER PANEL
1. Power/Auto ON/OFF: When this switch is left “ON”, the subwoofer
automatically activates upon detection of an audio signal; the subwoofer
goes into “STANDBY” after approximately ten (10) minutes of silence. The
LED on the amplier will change from Red to Green when an input signal is
detected and the amplier turns on.
2. Power Input: Connects to a standard AC power outlet with the supplied
power cord. The PC-SUB WL is designed to adjust automatically to handle
power sources of 100-240V, 50-60Hz. Please be certain that the proper
fuse is installed on the amp for the input voltage used locally (see ratings
on amplier panel).
3. Wireless Signal: Blue LED light is on when wireless signal is being received.
Press RESET to establish or re-establish a wireless connection. (See
wireless set up instructions)
4. Line In: FOR WIRED CONNECTION ONLY: Use a high-quality RCA cable to
connect the “SUB OUT” terminal on your receiver or processor to the “LINE
IN” terminals on your PC-SUB WL subwoofer. (See wired setup connection
instructions.)
5. Low-Pass Frequency Control: If using the crossover setting in your A/V
receiver or processor (LFE switch on), this control does not function. If
using the sub’s internal crossover (LFE switch o ), choose the setting that
sounds best and matches the low-frequency cuto of your main speakers.
It may take some experimentation to nd the best sound for your room and
your equipment.
6. LFE Switch: If you have connected the subwoofer to the LFE output on your A/V receiver, or you are using the subwoofer control
function on your A/V receiver, then make sure this switch is in the “on” position. This will by-pass the subwoofer’s internal crossover
circuit and use the signal control from your receiver. If you have connected the subwoofer to the “SUB OUT” or Pre-amp out” and do
not want to use the receiver’s subwoofer control, put this switch in the “o” position. This will allow the Low-Pass Frequency Control
on the subwoofer to control the bass signal output.
7. Phase 0°-90°-180°: This adjustment matches the phase - the in and out movement of speaker cones - to that of your main speakers.
Adjust this control by listening to music with bass content. The setting is correct when the bass sounds the fullest.
8. Gain Control: This adjustment increases or decreases the power, and thus volume, of the PC-SUB WL. As with the Phase Control and
the Low-Pass Frequency Control, it may take some experimentation to nd the best sound for your system.
VIBRATION ISOLATION PADS
Included with your PC-SUB WL are a set of four (4) gray disks with an adhesive backing. The Vibration Isolation Pads should be used
whenever your subwoofer is installed on any hard ooring surface. These pads prevent the subwoofer from moving against the oor when
played at high levels. To use the pads, simply peel o the paper backing from the four disks and apply one pad to the bottom of each of
the rubber feet of the subwoofer.
Woofer
Passive Radiator
Magnet Assembly
Wireless
Amplier Power (Watts, continuous)
Amplier Power (Watts, peak)
Frequency Response (-6 dB)
Low Pass Crossover
Dimensions*
Finish
Shipping Weight
8” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
8” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
12 lbs.
2.4 GHz uncompressed audio
streaming
300
900
28-200 Hz (LFE)
40-120 Hz (variable) 24 dB/octave
11.125” W x 12” H x 12.625” D
High-gloss Black or Satin Cherry
34 lbs.
10” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
10” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
12 lbs.
2.4 GHz uncompressed audio
streaming
300
900
24-200 Hz (LFE)
40-120 Hz (variable) 24 dB/octave
13” W x 13.375” H x 14.375” D
High-gloss Black or Satin Cherry
40 lbs.
12” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
12” ultra long-throw mica graphite poly cone with
NBR surround
12 lbs.
2.4 GHz uncompressed audio
streaming
300
900
22-200 Hz (LFE)
40-120 Hz (variable) 24 dB/octave
15.250” W x 16.250” H x 16.125” D
High-gloss Black or Satin Cherry
48 lbs.
*add 1” to depth for connecting cables
120V 60H z3A
T3 .1 5A L 250V
240V50H z1.5A
T1.6 AL 250V
Specications PC-SUB WL-8 PC-SUB WL-10 PC-SUB WL-12
An MSE Audio company www.mseaudio.com
Phase Technology 8005 W. 110th St., Suite 208 Overland Park, KS 66210 [phone] www.phasetech.com
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