TM
SPL-R Series
• SPL-800R
• SPL-1000R
• SPL-1200R
• SPL-1500R
User’s Manual
DSP-Controlled Home Theater Subwoofer
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations on your purchase of a Velodyne Small Plays
Loud-Remote (SPL-R) subwoofer. This system represents
the state-of-the-art in low frequency reproduction. Read and
follow the instructions below to insure safe and proper
system operation.
Warning!
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment
to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open
speaker enclosure or amp chassis cover. Please observe all
warnings on the equipment itself. There are no user serviceable
parts inside. Please refer all service questions to your authorized
Velodyne dealer.
Prior to Installation
Please unpack the system carefully. Remove all staples used to
seal the carton as they can scratch the cabinet. Please save the
carton and all packaging materials for future use. Record the
serial number in the space provided on the warranty card for
future reference.
PRODUCT FEATURES
• DSP-Controlled
• 4 selectable preset modes for customized listening
• Automatic 6-band room equalizer with microphone included
• Night-mode setting
• Mute control
• Woofer
- 8” (6.5” piston diameter) subwoofer with 2.5” high-temp voice coil
and 107 ounce magnet/204 ounce motor structure (SPL-800R)
- 10” (8” piston diameter) subwoofer with 3” voice coil and 162
ounce magnet/346 ounce motor structure (SPL-1000R)
- 12” (9.7” piston diameter) subwoofer with 3” voice coil and 162
ounce magnet/346 ounce motor structure (SPL-1200R)
- 15” (12.7” piston diameter) subwoofer with 3” voice coil and 162
ounce magnet/346 ounce motor structure (SPL-1500R)
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• Built-in 2000 watts Dynamic/1000 watts RMS high efficiency
Class D amplifier
• Adjustable (40 to 120 Hz) low-pass crossover (defeatable)
• Line-level (RCA) inputs and outputs
• Speaker-level inputs with five way binding post connections
• Signal sensing auto turn on/off (defeatable)
• Variable volume control
• Selectable phase control (0, 90, 180 or 270 degrees)
• Frequency response of 28-120 Hz (SPL-800R),
24-120Hz (SPL-1000R), 22-120Hz (SPL-1200R),
20-120Hz (SPL-1500R),
• Magnetically shielded for video use (SPL-1000R, SPL-1200R
and SPL-1500R)
• Multiple staggered low-pass crossovers; 12 dB/octave initial,
48 dB/octave ultimate
• Driver Displacement Control circuit to prevent over excursion
and amp clipping
• Blue power indicator LED
• High-excursion EPDM rubber surround
• Oversized spider for linearity at high excursion
INSTALLATION
Your new Velodyne subwoofer provides for a number of
installation options. Read all the installation information below in
order to determine which installation option is best for your
system. Remember to perform all installation procedures with
system power turned off.
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80 Hz
LOW-PASS
CROSSOVER
1
40 Hz
120 Hz
UP
VOLUME
TM
SPL-R Series
2
3
DOWN
POWER
AUTO ON/OFF
ACTIVE
INACTIVE
MIC INPUT
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ON
I
R
L
IR INPUT
OUTPUT
5
4
8
9
O
12V
TRIGGER
INPUT
LFE
OFF
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT
+
R
-
-
L
+
117V~
60Hz
8A
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SERIAL # LABEL
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
VELODYNE ACOUSTICS, INC.
Figure 1. SPL-R Rear Panel Connections
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
Figure 1 shows the connections on the rear panel of the SPL-R.
Following are brief descriptions of the connections described in
Figure 1. More detail on these connections can be found in the
next section.
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(1) LOW-PASS CROSSOVER
Use this knob to select the high-frequency range at which
you wish to cut off the signal to the subwoofer. When the
knob is turned all the way to the left, the Subwoofer Direct
feature is invoked and the subwoofer plays all frequencies up
to 200 Hz.
(2) VOLUME Control
This control allows you to balance the output from the
subwoofer to the main speakers in your system. This control
should be set to achieve similar volume level from between
both the main speakers and subwoofer. When pressing
volume up or down, the speed at which the power light blinks
indicates subwoofer volume - the faster the blinking, the
louder the unit plays. After the volume blinking stops, the unit
will blink out the actual volume number. Slower blinks
represent tens, and faster blinks represent ones. So, for
example, if the volume were set at 34, after the rapid blinking
stopped you would observe three slow blinks followed by four
faster blinks, indicating a volume of 34.
NOTE: Volume is also controllable by using the supplied
remote, when defaults are restored. The default is 30 out
of 100.
(3) AUTO ON/OFF Switch
Use this switch to select between auto-on and constant on
(auto-on bypass) operation.
(4) LINE INPUT/LFE Input
Connect these jacks to the LINE OUT preamp output,
LFE output or subwoofer output jacks of your
receiver/processor. If using the LFE output from your
receiver or processor, plug the single cable into the “L” - LFE
input or for more signal, use a “Y” connector and feed the
signal into both “R” and “L” inputs.
(5) LINE OUTPUT
Connect these jacks to the LINE IN amp input to use the
SPL-R’s internal high pass crossover. See below for a more
detailed explanation of this crossover.
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(6) SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT Terminals
Connect these input terminals to the speaker output
terminals of your amplifier or receiver. If you use this method
of connection, when you go to the receiver speaker set up
menu, make sure you select the large speaker option.
(7) MIC INPUT
Connect the supplied microphone for the Auto EQ feature to
this mini-jack.
(8) IR INPUT
Connect an IR repeater to this jack for use with universal
remote systems.
(9) 12v TRIGGER
When this mini jack is connected, the unit remains in power-
off mode until 12 volts is supplied across the two leads.
Polarity is irrelevant.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS -
DETAILED EXPLANATION
Your new subwoofer is equipped with both speaker-level and
line-level inputs. Use the RCA/Phono type “INPUT” jacks when
connecting your subwoofer to a pre-amp, signal processor, or
line-level crossover. The “SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT” jacks
connect directly to the speaker outputs of an integrated amplifier
or receiver. Your amplifier section will notice no additional
loading effects when you use these inputs because of their
high impedance.
NOTE: Do not use both the RCA/Phono “INPUT” connections
and “SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT” connections simultaneously.
Low-Pass Crossover
Both sets of inputs sum the left and right channels together and
the resulting signal is passed through an adjustable low-pass
crossover before being amplified. The crossover control allows
you to adjust the upper limit of the subwoofer’s frequency
response from 40 to 120 Hz. The subwoofer’s response will
begin rolling off above the frequency you set this control to.
You should set the crossover frequency to obtain a smooth and
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seamless transition from the subwoofer to the main speakers in
your system. If your main speakers are smaller units with limited
low frequency output, you may wish to choose a higher frequency
(such as 100-120 Hz) than you would with larger speakers which
have greater low frequency output. With larger speakers, you
might start with this control set lower, such as 80 Hz.
Subwoofer Direct
Subwoofer Direct is the leftmost setting on the low-pass
crossover knob and will allow frequencies up to 200 Hz into the
subwoofer. If you are not using an external crossover, we
recommend that you use the one provided within the unit for
optimum performance.
Caution!!!
To avoid damage to your main amplifier, be sure to maintain
correct polarity when making all connections. Red (positive) to
red, and black (negative) to black. Be sure that all connections
are tight, and that there are no loose strands or frayed wires.
Power Switch
The master power switch is located on the lower right half of the
unit. This rocker style switch is the main on/off for the unit. This
switch should be set to position 1 for on (up), 0 for off (down).
A Word About Your Receiver’s Crossover
and the SPL-R Crossover
Your Velodyne SPL-R subwoofer is designed to operate using
the full range audio signal for input when using the built-in
crossover (controlled by the dial on the back panel). Many home
theater processors/receivers (Dolby Digital®, DTS®, THX™)
have a “subwoofer out” jack that performs this same function and
are designed to be used with a powered subwoofer.
In these installations, you may want to bypass the crossover in
either the processor or the Velodyne subwoofer. In some cases,
you may want to use BOTH crossovers. To do this, you can use
both your processor’s crossover and the one internal to the
Velodyne sub. You should stagger the frequencies, (i.e., 120 Hz
subwoofer, 80 Hz processor) for best results.
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To bypass the subwoofer’s internal crossover when the unit is
being fed a low pass signal from another crossover, simply locate
the switch marked “LOW-PASS CROSSOVER” on the rear panel
of the subwoofer and turn it counterclockwise to the leftmost
position. This will eliminate the internal crossover from the
signal path.
NOTE: If you are not using an external crossover, you should use
the built-in crossover for optimal performance. When using a
single RCA sub out from the processor, connect to the “L” - LFE
input in the subwoofer.
INTERCONNECT CABLES
When installing your new Velodyne subwoofer using the line-
level connections, you should always use shielded phono cables.
There are many decent cables available today, most any of which
will work perfectly well. We do recommend that you keep the
length of cable as short as possible to avoid any potential
noise problems.
When using speaker level connections, use a quality speaker
cable that mates well with the connectors (at least 14-gauge). Be
very careful to avoid any loose or frayed strands that could result
in a short, causing a dangerous condition and possible damage
to your unit. Cables of extremely large size are typically not
required. Extremely large gauge wire may not properly fit in the
binding posts, resulting in a poor connection and possible
short circuits.
Placement
True subwoofers operate at extremely low frequencies which are
primarily omni-directional. While it is recommended that the
subwoofer be placed on the same plane as the satellite
speakers, room and system conditions often dictate otherwise.
Keep in mind that frequency response and output level can be
drastically influenced by placement, depending on the acoustic
properties of the listening room. Typically, the optimum location
for a subwoofer is in a front corner of your listening room. This
location will usually offer the greatest output levels and optimum
low frequency extension. The worst location for a subwoofer is
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typically far away from any walls, close to the center of your room
and near an opening or doorway. Avoid these locations when
possible. When using a pair of Velodyne subwoofers in stereo,
it is preferable to place each subwoofer by the satellite of the
same channel. Typically, a minimum distance of one to two feet
from your TV to the subwoofer will be adequate to avoid any
magnetic interference.
Caution!
This subwoofer has electronics built into the cabinet. Do not
place the cabinet next to sources of heat such as furnace
registers, radiators, etc. Do not place the unit near sources of
excessive moisture, such as evaporative coolers, humidifiers,
etc. The power cord should be routed in such a way that it will
not be walked on, pinched or compressed in any way that could
result in damaging the insulation or wire.
USAGE
This section addresses day-to-day usage of your SPL-R
subwoofer.
Remote Control
Figure 2 shows the remote
control, enabling you to
easily choose whatever
listening mode you desire.
Figure 2. Remote Control
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POWER
This button forces your SPL-R unit into standby mode. The
woofer will not play and the LED will turn off. The unit will remain
in this mode until the POWER button is pressed again. To fully
deactivate (i.e. power down) the unit, turn off the power switch on
the back panel.
MUTE
This button mutes the subwoofer. The light on the subwoofer will
blink slowly if the unit is muted. To unmute the subwoofer, press
the MUTE button again.
EQ
This button automatically EQs the subwoofer using a 6-band
internal graphic equalizer. To use this feature, first plug in the
supplied microphone into the Mic In jack on the back panel of the
subwoofer and place the mic in your preferred listening position.
Then, by pressing EQ on the remote, the subwoofer emits 12
“sweep tones” that cover the frequencies between 20 and 150
Hz. After the sweeps are complete, the unit saves its EQ settings
and returns to normal operation. In order to avoid accidentally
activating the EQ feature, you will need to hold down the EQ
button for 1 to 2 seconds before the EQ sweep tones activate.
NOTE: Each time the EQ feature is utilized, the EQ settings for the
SPL-R are reset. If the microphone is not plugged in, the SPL-R
will emit a single sweep tone then cease the EQ operation. In this
case, the previous EQ settings will be preserved.
PHASE
These buttons allow you to optimize the subwoofer performance
for the location and your listening position. Select the switch
position at which you hear the most bass. The light will blink
according to the following schedule:
0 degrees
1 blink
90 degrees
180 degrees
270 degrees
2 blinks
3 blinks
4 blinks
LIGHT
If you wish, you can deactivate the blue front panel light on your
SPL-R unit. To do this, press the LIGHT button on your remote.
The light will turn off. To reactivate the light, press the LIGHT
button again.
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NIGHT
Night mode limits the maximum output of the subwoofer for later
night listening or to be more considerate of close neighbors.
Press the night button to turn the night mode feature on or off.
Night mode, when active, is indicated by the reduced intensity of
the light.
VOLUME CONTROL
This control allows you to balance the output from the subwoofer
to the main speakers in your system. This control should be set
to achieve similar volume level from both the main speakers and
subwoofer. When pressing the volume up or down, the speed at
which the power light blinks indicates subwoofer volume - the
faster the blinking, the louder the unit plays. After the volume
blinking stops, the unit will blink out the actual volume number.
Slower blinks represent tens, and faster blinks represent ones.
So, for example, if the volume were set at 34, after the rapid
blinking stopped you would observe three slow blinks followed by
four faster blinks, indicating a volume of 34.
NOTE: The volume can also be adjusted via the buttons on the
back panel of the subwoofer. These buttons have the same effect
as pressing the up and down volume buttons on your remote.
The unit comes preset from the factory with the volume set at
30% of maximum setting.
PRESETS
There are 4 presets, consisting of Movies, R&B - Rock, Jazz -
Classical, and Games. As a preset is chosen, the light flashes
the corresponding number of times. The presets provide the
following characteristics for bass reproduction:
Movies:
Maximum output and impact for
explosions and other action adventure
movie content.
R&B - Rock:
Jazz - Classical:
Games:
Provides the driving bass found in today’s
rock music.
The tightest, cleanest, lowest distortion
bass.
Maximum loudness available for the
impact of video games.
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The following table indicates musical style and which preset is
recommended for it.
MUSICAL STYLE
SUGGESTED PRESET
Action Adventure Movies
Country - Rock
Country - Soft
Folk
Movies
R&B - Rock
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
R&B - Rock
R&B - Rock
R&B - Rock
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
R&B - Rock
Indie Music
Pop
Rock
Alternative Rock
Blues
Broadway and Vocalists
Children’s Music
Christian and Gospel
Classic Rock
Classical
Dance and DJ
Hard Rock and Metal
Latin Music
Jazz - Classical
R&B - Rock
R&B - Rock
R&B - Rock
Miscellaneous
Movies - Non-Action Adventure
New Age
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
Jazz - Classical
R&B - Rock
Opera and Vocal
R&B
Rap and Hip-Hop
Soundtracks
Video Games
R&B - Rock
R&B - Rock, Jazz - Classical
Games
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Each preset has its own characteristics with respect to subsonic
filter, volume differential and a single equalizer (EQ) in order to
optimize the listening mode for the preset.
The following table shows the settings for the various presets:
Subsonic
Filter
EQ
EQ
Volume
Preset
Frequency Level
Differential
Frequency
Movies
25 Hz
28 Hz
15 Hz
35 Hz
55 Hz
N/A
+5 dB
+1 dB
N/A
+5 dB
+1 dB
N/A
R&B - Rock
Jazz - Classical
(Reference)
Games
34 Hz
62
+4 dB
+4 dB
Restore Defaults
There is a feature that allows you to restore default settings for
your SPL-R subwoofer. By pressing presets in EXACTLY the
following order on the remote, the unit’s power light will blink
indicating that you have restored defaults.
1. Movies
2. R&B - Rock
3. Jazz - Classical
4. Games
5. Games
6. Jazz - Classical
7. R&B - Rock
8. Movies
When you press the presets in the above order, the power light
will blink three times indicating that you have restored defaults.
The unit’s volume is reset to level 30 out of 100. Be sure to check
the status of the Auto On/Off function after restoring defaults.
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CARE OF YOUR SUBWOOFER
Do not use any harsh detergents or chemicals to clean the
cabinet. Abrasives, detergents, or cleaning solutions will damage
the finish on the cabinet. We recommend using a damp cloth to
clean the front, back and sides.
During normal conditions, the subwoofer may be left on
continuously without any problems. If you plan to leave the unit
unused for an extended period of time, we recommend that you
turn off the unit by the master power switch on the rear panel.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICE
Before seeking service for your subwoofer, please re-check
all systems. Following is a simple troubleshooting guide to
assist you.
1. Verify that the unit is plugged in and power outlet used
is active.
2. Is the power switch on?
3. Is the unit receiving an input signal from your source?
4. Have all controls on the subwoofer (volume, crossover,
phase, etc.) been properly set?
5. If the unit has been running at high levels, one of the
protection circuits may be engaged. Has the built-in
amplifier overheated?
6. Has the power button been depressed on the remote?
If the protection circuitry is active, the unit may cycle on and off
until operating parameters return to normal. Under more serious
conditions, the unit may shut off completely. Normal operation
should return upon cooling, but you may be required to turn the
power off and then on again to reset the unit.
The following conditions require service by a qualified technician:
1. The power cord has become damaged
2. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance
3. The unit has been exposed to water
4. Some part of the cabinet or circuitry is physically damaged
Thank You for Purchasing an SPL-R Subwoofer!
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DATE PURCHASED____________________________________
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SERIAL #____________________________________________
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LIMITED WARRANTY
VELODYNE ACOUSTICS, Inc. (“VELODYNE”) warrants all 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 factory authorized service representative.
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.
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.
2.
3.
4.
5.
The VELODYNE product warranty is limited to units that are purchased from authorized
VELODYNE dealers and finalized within authorized dealer locations.
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’s
option, 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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a review of your new subwoofer!
Other Velodyne Subwoofers:
®
Digital Drive Series
DD-10
DPS Series
DPS-10
DD-12
DPS-12
DD-15 THX Ultra 2
DD-18 THX Ultra 2
Digital Drive 1812
Signature Edition™
HGS-X Series
HGS-10X
HGS-12X
HGS-15X
DLS-R Series
DLS-3500R
DLS-3750R
DLS-4000R
DLS-5000R
VRP Series
VRP-1000
VRP-1200
VX-10
Velodyne Acoustics, Inc.
345 Digital Drive
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408.465.2800 voice
408.779.9227 fax
408.779.9208 service fax
Service e-mail: [email protected]
Product e-mail: [email protected]
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