finally got me a sub!! but need some help!

margate21

hi all,

i finally ordered and received my svs sb+ sub. i live in an apt, so it will probably turned on very low. but I need help with the eyes glazing over options on the back. i just need basic starting points. everytime i try to read the info on the dials my a.d.d steps up. this is the last piece i needed to my system. (started upgrading in may 2007)

any help woulld be must welcomed!!

Thanks,
margate21

mark090852

Are you referring to the SVS SB12-Plus?

It's a great sub. I had one and was very happy with it.

Here are some ideas for starting points:

Gain turned approximately 1/3 clockwise from lowest point
Auto/on set to Auto
Parametric EQ Level set to min
Phase set to 0
Crossover disabled (set the crossover in your Onkyo avr)
Room Comp You'll need to calculate room volume. Room's length X width X ceiling height = volume of room in cubic feet. Set Room Comp dial to small if less than 1400 cubic feet, medium if 1400 - 2400, or large if above 2400.

These settings will get you up and running. I'd recommend getting a Radio Shack SPL meter and eventually calibrating the sub to the other speakers in your set-up.

Ask questions as you become more familiar with the different options and settings. I'd be glad to help.

Mark

margate21

ok so i hooked it up and ran audessy. firstly, for some reason it set my speakers to full, should it not be set so i can control the crossover points? secondly, i dont feel any vibration from the sub.. should i feel something if i put my hand in front of the sw? i have never had a sub before so all this is new.

margate21

bump....

mark090852

When the sub is connected properly and a low bass scene plays on your DVD you're going to feel it big time. A good example is in "Finding Nemo". Play the "Darla" scene where she taps on the aquarium. It's the beginning of chapter 24, 25, or 26. I forget which. Turn the volume up to a comfortable but loud level and enjoy!!! When she taps the glass your walls are gonna shake!!! You'll feel it and hear it!

You might have to turn the gain up a bit past 1/3 on the back of the sub but don't go over half way up. That's why a SPL meter is nice to have. You adjust the gain to where it matches the output of the rest of your speakers.