PodSpeakers BassStation User manual

BassStation
User manual / Guide de l’utilisateur
PODSPEAKERS
by Scandyna®

LANGUAGES /
4 English
16 Français

CONGRATULATIONS!
on the purchase of your new BassStation from Scandyna
Thank you for choosing BassStation from Scandyna.
We encourage you to please read this manual to properly
acquaint yourself with BassStation and its features.
We hope that you will enjoy the sound of BassStation
and welcome you into the Podspeaker family.

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ENGLISH /
5 Welcome to a new world of sound
6 Connection and control panel
8 Subwoofer positioning
9 Connecting your subwoofer
10 Running-in period
Care and cleaning
Troubleshooting
12 Safety instructions
14 Limited warranty

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ENGLISH / Welcome to a new world of sound
The BassStation requires connection to the mains power supply, so for your safety it is important that you
read both this instruction manual, and the amplifier/receiver instruction manual before connecting.
This BassStation is designed to comply with international directives on the Restriction of Hazardous Sub-
stances (RoHs) in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
These symbols indicate compliance and that the products must be appropriately recycled or processed in
accordance with these directives. Consult your local waste disposal authority for guidance.
Carton box contents
1 Power cable
1 BassStation
BassStation
Subwoofer
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ENGLISH / Connection and control panel
1 Power Cable ( the power cable should be pulled from socket if not used for a longer period )
2 Power Switch
3 Sound Input
4 Standby ON/AUTO/OFF switch
5 Phase Switch
6 Frequency Adjustment
7 Volume Adjustment
8 LED
9 Fuse holder ( if fuse needs to be replaced, only use the same type value. )
IMPORTANT! Remember to unplug the power cable from the mains socket before opening the
fuse holder.

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ENGLISH / Subwoofer positioning
Variations in placement of your loudspeakers can produce significant differences in the way music sounds.
No listening rooms are the same and therefore we encourage you to spend some time experimenting with
which placements work best in your listening room.
Position of subwoofers are however less critical compared with full-range loudspeakers because the low
frequencies reproduced by a subwoofer are difficult to locate in the room.
Trust your ears and be willing to experiment freely.
You can start with our basic recommendations:
Fig. 1 / stereo 2.1 Fig. 2 / surround 5.1 Fig. 3 / surround 6.1 Fig. 4 / surround 7.1

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ENGLISH / Connecting your subwoofer
We recommend that you read the instruction manual of your stereo amplifier or AV-receiver carefully before
connecting your BassStation.
Please also see Fig. 2 in this instruction manual.
First switch off the amplifier/receiver and all equipment before connecting your BassStation.
Connect the BassStation mains power cable to the socket (1) and to the mains voltage and push the POWER
ON/OFF button (2) to ON position, the indicator lamp POWER LED (8) will now glow green and the
BassStation is active and ready to be used.
The BassStation has a built-in AUTO STANDBY (4) function.
To activate the AUTO STANDY function, set the switch (4) AUTO and after approximately 5-10 minutes
without any input signal from the amplifier/receiver, the BassStation will automatically switch off and the
indicator lamp POWER LED (8) will glow red.
When an input signal is detected, the BassStation will become active and the indicator lamp POWER LED (8)
will glow green.
Should you wish to bypass the AUTO STANDBY function set the switch (4) to ON position and the
BassStation must now be turned on/off on the power switch (2).
Setting volume, frequency and phase
The volume, frequency and phase (controls 5, 6 & 7) can be adjusted on the rearpanel and we recommend
that you adjust the settings to your liking – try with different music and films. If you want more detailed
information on these control functions, we invite you to visit our homepage; www.podspeakers.dk
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ENGLISH / Running-in period
We recommend a running-in period of your new BassStation of approximately 15-20 hours at normal listen-
ing level before you decide on the final positioning and settings of the subwoofer.
During the running-in period, the drive unit will settle in and perform as intended.
ENGLISH / Care and cleaning
We strongly advise against the use of any solvents or cleaners on the lacquered cabinet.
The cabinet surface usually only requires dusting or cleaning with a damp soft cloth (only use cold clean
water). Do not remove the round top metal grille – this must be performed by qualified repair personnel.
ENGLISH / Troubleshooting
Basic troubleshooting
If the LED (8) indicator does not light up then check;
• that the power cord (1) is firmly plugged into the socket and mains wall outlet
• that the POWER switch (2) on the rear panel is ON
• the fuse, if fuse (3) need to be replaced only use the same type and value
If no sound then check;
• that the BassStation is turned ON and indicator LED (8) lamp glows green
• that the VOLUME control (7) on the rear panel is not all the way down
• that the input cable (3) is firmly plugged in both BassStation and amplifier
• that BassStation gets a signal from the amplifier (there is a check tone on most AV-receivers)