Velodyne SubContractor SC-IF User manual

SC-IF/IC
(In-Floor/In-Ceiling)
Subwoofer
SubContractorTM Series
INSTALLATION
MANUAL

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Caution
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No usor-serviceable parts inside. Rofor
sorvicing to qualified sorvice personnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presonce of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" wnhin the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point symbol is intended to alert the user to the presonce of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the subwoofer.
1. Raad I.sncli ... - All safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. RaWn Insbucli.ns - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. He'" Wornings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. F.llow l.sncU ... - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Water I.d M.istura - The product should not be usod near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or the like.
6. Carts and stands - The product should be usod only with a cart or stand recommended by
the manufacturer.
7. Wln.r Ceilin. M.unting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
8. Venliloli.n - The product should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its
proper ventilation. For example, the product 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 flow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heal - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products that produce heal
10. _r S ....... - The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the product.
11. Braunding.r Polarizati.n - This product may be equipped with a polarized altemating-ourent line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlot only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlot, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete oullet. Do not defeat
the safety purposo of the polarized plug.
12. _...coni Prolacli.n - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptaclos, and the point at which they exn from the product.
13. CI ... lng - The product should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
14. N.n ... Perl.ds - The power cord of the product should be unplugged from the ou~et when left unused
for a long period of time.
15. Objoct and Liq.id Enby - care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
onto the enclosure.
16. lluwge Requiring Service - The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
a. The power-supply cord or plug has bOBn damaged.
b. Objects have fallen or liquid has bOBn spilled into the product.
c. The product has bOBn exposed to rain.
d. The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
e. The product has been dropped or damaged.
17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the product beyond what is described in the
operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified sorvice personnel.
18. Llglrlnlng - For added protection for the product during a lightning storm or when n is lett unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet.
19. Onrloodi •• - Do not overload wall ou~ets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this
can result in a risk of fire or elecbic shock.
CAUTION: To prevent electrical shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully inserted.
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Table of Contents
Product Overview.................................................................................................1
Installation — Step-By-Step ....................................................................................2
Other Velodyne Products.....................................................................................10
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Product Overview
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The SC-IF/IC (In-Floor/In-Ceiling) is the first floor/ceiling sub to deliver true reference quality
performance. The SC-IF/IC sports a powerful 12” driver and expanded sealed cabinet enabling
maximum performance to reproduce the most demanding home theater and music with
authority, accuracy and low distortion. The SC-IF/IC is easy to install whether it's for new
construction or retrofit – four adjustable brackets are included that can be attached anywhere
on the cabinet surface. The SC-1250, a rack-mountable amplifier that powers the SC Series,
features 3000 watts dynamic / 1250 watts RMS power and can easily drive twin SC-IF/IC
subs using standard speaker wire.
The SC-IF/IC can be installed in a variety of locations and positions for a given
installation. The SC-IF/IC can be used in-floor, in ceiling, or in other applications – all that is
required is a sturdy stud frame to mount to and a way to mount a decorative grille. The woofer
cabinet is 14” wide so ideally installs with 16” joist spacing. However, spacer boards can be
used to adapt the SC IF/IC to any application.
This document provides the detailed process for properly installing the SC-IF/IC. The
user’s manual for the SC-1250 subwoofer amplifier provides the details on connectivity
and proper configuration of the SC-IF/IC after installation. Note that two SC-IF/IC
subwoofers can be driven with a single SC-1250 amplifier. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
THAT ONLY THE SC-1250 AMPLIFIER BE USED WITH THE SC-IF/IC.
AWord About Grilles
The SC-IF/IC comes with a permanently attached protective metal grille. This is intended to
protect the driver from debris falling into it in in-floor installation situations. No register or
decorative grille is provided – the installer must determine the location of the subwoofer and
what is to be used as a register or other decorative grille to hide the subwoofer enclosureafter
the installation is complete.

Installation — Step-By-Step
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Step 1 -
Determine installation location. As stated above, the SC-IF/IC can be mounted virtually
anywhere. The only requirements are that the cabinet fit into the location, and that there be
proper venting for the audio to be passed into the listening environment.
Step 2 -
Mark installation location. It is useful to place the subwoofer cabinet in its proposed position
and mark the locations of the four brackets that will be used to affix the subwoofer to the
framing. Note that the brackets can be mounted ANYWHERE on the subwoofer cabinet, as
long as the brackets do not interfere with the woofer’s operation. Always use all four brackets
in the installation. It is recommended that the cabinet be positioned flush with the face of the
joists for ease of positioning and installation, but this is not required. Make sure the speaker
terminals are facing the direction you intend to run the speaker wire.
Figure1: Mark bracket locations with a pencil.
Note: The brackets can be attached anywhere on the SC-IF/IC cabinet.

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Step 3 -
Determine and mark grille location. From the centerline of the subwoofer driver
, mark off the
dimensions of the grille opening to accommodate the decorative grille chosen for the end user
installation.
Step 4 -
Prepare the installation location. Make whatever modifications are required to enable the
subwoofer to fit in the installation location. Note that the SC-IF/IC is designed for joists on 16”
centers. Install spacer studs as required to accommodate this dimension.
Step 5 -
Attach the mounting brackets. Attach the mounting brackets to the cabinet as indicated in
step 2.
Figure 2: Mount brackets on subwoofer cabinet.

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Step 6 -
Attach the PSA-sided foam strips to the subwoofer cabinet. MAKE SURE STRIPS ARE USED
ANYWHERE THE CABINET WILL COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE STRUCTURE IN ANY WAY.
The SC-IF/IC is a powerful subwoofer and will likely buzz or rattle if not isolated from the
structure using the provided foam strips.
Figure3: Affix foam strips.

Step 7 -
Install. Place the SC-IF/IC as determined in step two and attach the brackets loosely.
CAUTION: The SC-IF/IC is heavy. Either use a partner to suspend the subwoofer while you
are attaching it or use a mechanical device to hold it in place during installation.
Figure4: SC-IF (In-Floor) positioned into floor location.
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Step 8 -
Adjust position and tighten. Position the subwoofer into its final location and tighten
the brackets.
Figure5: Tighten the brackets.

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Step 9 -
Secure wiring. Attach the speaker wire to the speaker terminals. A 16 AWG or heavier wire
is recommended. Be sure to secure the speaker wire so it does not rattle or buzz against the
cabinet during use. BE SURE NOT TO CROSS THE SPEAKER WIRES AS THIS CAN DAMAGE
THE AMPLIFIER.
Figure 6a, 6b, and 6c: Speaker wire connection.
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Step 10 -
Complete installation. Install the decorative grille and perform any other tasks needed to
complete the installation based on chosen woofer positioning. It is recommended to use
caulking to secure the decorative grille to prevent buzzing and rattling.
Figure 7: Finished installation with register
Step 11 -
Check for rattles and buzzes. Use aggressive bass material and check the subwoofer for buzzes
and rattles. These can come from inadequate use of the foam strips, or there may be
sympathetic vibration in the structure due to the powerful nature of the SC-IF/IC. In the latter
case, track down the rattle and secure it with caulking or other similar material.

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FOR YOUR RECORDS. . .
Date Puchased_________________________________________________________________
Dealer_________________________________________________________________________
Serial #________________________________________________________________________
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LIMITED WARRANTY
VELODYNE ACOUSTICS, Inc. (“VELODYNE”) warrants all electronics and powered subwoofers for a period of two
years and full range speakers for a period of five years. All VELODYNE products have a warranty from the date of
purchase against defects in materials and workmanship subject to the following conditions:
1. VELODYNE is not responsible for defects which result from the use of an amplifier or controller other than
the one originally supplied with the unit (subwoofer) or defects which result from modifications or repairs
made by any component of the system by anyone other than a VELODYNE factoryauthorized
service representative.
2. This warranty is void if any repairs or service covered by the terms of this warranty are made to any
component of the system by anyone other than a VELODYNE factory authorized service representative.
3. VELODYNE is not responsible for damage caused by accidents, abuse, misuse, natural or personal disaster
or unauthorized modification. The VELODYNE products are not intended for professional or commercial use
and VELODYNE is not responsible for damage resulting from such use.
4. The VELODYNE product warranty is limited to units that are purchased from authorized VELODYNE dealers
and finalized within authorized dealer locations.
5. This warranty is nontransferable under any condition.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE
Information regarding service may be obtained from the dealer from whom you purchased the unit, or by contacting
VELODYNE customer service. Warranty service must be performed by a VELODYNE factory authorized service
representative within the warranty period set forth above. If VELODYNE determines the unit is defective, VELODYNE
will, at VELODYNE’soption, repair or replace the product at no charge if the product is forwarded prepaid to a factory
authorized service representative. Products forwarded to the factory authorized service representative should be
shipped securely and properly packaged, insured and freight prepaid.

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