SVS STA-800D User manual

Note: See your manual CD for a detailed owner’s manual and more
setup details concerning your new subwoofer.
1. Clear a location for your SVS powered cylinder or box subwoofer. Ensure you have an AC power
outlet ready nearby and can route an RCA interconnect (signal cable) to the sub from your AVR or pre/pro.
2. Placement: Put the subwoofer in a corner or along a wall near your seats. It is not important what
direction the subwoofer faces. Subs can be placed on their sides or behind furniture if required. Keep a
minimum of 4 inches clear space behind your sub to avoid pinched power cords or cables.
3. Unpack your sub. Look for gray foam “port plugs” (adjustable ported subs only) and other items which
might be hidden in the shipping carton. Do not discard the box and its protective inserts until necessary.
Some SVS subs are quite heavy! Please use a helper to safely move yours.
4. Connect your subwoofer: (See Owner’s Guide on the included CD if using the subwoofer for bass
management) Plug your power cord into an available wall outlet. Run a single “RCA to RCA” or XLR cable
from your audio/video receiver (AVR) or preamp/processor (pre/pro) subwoofer output jack to the
subwoofer’s Low Level or Balanced input jack - “A” on the diagram - (SVS subs require only one input be
connected). Switch on the sub’s power when you are ready to proceed.
5. Initial subwoofer settings: Your STA-800D/STA-1000D amplifier is equipped with a digital Integrated
Function Controller that allows access to the amplifier’s controls via a single knob and LCD screen - “B” on the
diagram. The default values from the factory (see Owner’s Guide on the enclosed CD for details) are correct
for systems with bass management performed in the AVR or pre/pro. If using the subwoofer for bass
management and/or optionally time alignment, see the Owner’s Guide for proper configuration. If using an
AVR or pre/pro with consumer level voltage levels, set the “Input Level” switch - “C” on the diagram - to
“Normal”, otherwise set it to “Hi Level”. Set the “Auto/On” switch - “D” on the diagram - to “On” if you
want the sub on all the time, otherwise set it to “Auto”.
6. Initial AVR or pre/pro settings: If your AVR or pre/pro has an auto setup feature, run it now.
Afterwards, check your speakers are set to “Small” and the crossover is at 80Hz. For non-auto setup AVRs,
ensure your speakers and subwoofer are enabled for use. If adjustable, make sure your speakers are set to
“Small” and the crossover for all speakers is set to 80Hz or higher if needed.
7. Channel Level Matching: If you have run auto setup on your AVR or pre/pro, you are done since this
step has already been performed. The key to good sound is having all your channels at the same level. Use
a sound pressure level (SPL) meter set to “slow” and “C-weighting”. Play your AVR’s calibration test tones
or the AVIA test DVD so tones are cycled to each speaker. This allows you to use each channel’s individual
level controls to achieve a measured 75 dB for each speaker. Set channels to 85 dB if using AVIA.
QUICK START GUIDE
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STA-1000D
Subwoofers Equipped with
SVS STA-800D/STA-1000D
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800D &1000D Quick Start Guide
Important Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the
products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
800D &1000D Quick Start Guide
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 grounding 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.
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 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.
© 2010 SVSound, LLC •6420 Belmont Avenue, Girard, OHIO 44420 •USA 703.845.1472 •Toll Free 877.626.5623 •[email protected] © 2010 SVSound, LLC •6420 Belmont Avenue, Girard, OHIO 44420 •USA 703.845.1472 •Toll Free 877.626.5623 •[email protected]