M-Audio SBX [3/16] First things first

First Things First

In order to avoid risk of damage and insure optimum performance from your

SBX Subwoofer, please take time to read this manual before you proceed to

unpack and install it.

In the Box

Carefully remove the SBX from the carton, paying extra attention to avoid

touching or damaging the speaker cone. If the system is damaged in any way

or does not contain all parts, contact your dealer immediately. We recommend

that you save the carton in the event that you need to transport or ship the

product in the future. Within the SBX package you should find:

• This manual

• The SBX Subwoofer

• One (1) standard AC Power cable

Correct Power Operation

Since the SBX contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet

using the detachable AC cable provided. Before connecting power, please

make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch, located on the the speakers rear

panel is set to the appropriate position, as described in the rear-panel features

list appearing earlier in this manual.

Note: - WARNING! - Use of improper voltage/ selector switch

combinations may result in hazardous conditions and/or damage to

speaker components not covered by speaker warranty.

Positioning the Subwoofer in the Studio

In theory, the best position for the SBX subwoofer is midway between the

satellite speakers, with its front facing forward and in the same plane as the

fronts of the satellite speakers. However, due to the fact that low bass

frequencies are somewhat non-directional, you may locate the SBX quite far

from this position without any detrimental effect on the sound reproduction.

Each room is different in acoustic properties, so please feel free to experiment

with placement. Different positions of the SBX in relation to walls will affect its

efficiency, as well as the room’s overall influence on the frequency response.

ou can compensate for this by readjusting the filter settings (see section,

“Setting the Subwoofer LPF and the Satellites HPF”).