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Important Safety InStructIS on 1 Read these instructions. 11 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 2 Keep these instructions. damaged in any way, such as power-cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have 3 Heed all warnings. fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normal- 4 Follow all instructions. ly, or has been dropped. 5 Do not use this apparatus n
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c ontentS This device complies with part 15 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . of the FCC Rules. Operation is Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . . . . . . . subject to the following two con- Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 . . . . . . . . ditions: (1) This device may not Dynamo 1000 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . . . . . . . cause harmful interference, and Installation in Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 . . . . .
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p ackagIng 4 Packaging
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IntroductIon Thank you—the MartinLogan owner, Congratulations! You have invested in one of the world's premier subwoofers. for loving what we do, The MartinLogan Dynamo 1000 represents the extension and of an intensive, dedicated team research program direct- ed toward establishing a world class line of reference making it possible for us to do what we love. subwoofers using leading-edge technology, without com- promising durability, reliability, craftsmanship or aesthetics. The Dynamo 1000
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InStallatIon In BrIef We know that you are eager to hear your new Dynamo Step 3: Signal Connection 1000 subwoofer, so this section is provided to allow fast and Use the best cables you can. High quality cables, available easy set up. Once you have it operational, please take the from your specialty dealer, are recommended and will time to read, in depth, the rest of the information in this manual. give you superior performance. It will give you perspective on how to attain the greatest pos- s
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a Bout the c ontrolS Figure 1. Dynamo 1000 controls. Level Knob and your processor handles the bass management. When Setting the level too high will cause the bass to seem bloat- connected in 2-channel mode via its line level left/right ed and is the single most common cause of bad sounding input, the low-pass filter is active. subwoofers. A rule of thumb is that the subwoofer should not draw attention to itself, but should simply make the sys- As a general rule the low pass filter should be
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c onnectIonS and c ontrol SettIngS Before Connecting the Dynamo MartinLogan's engineering and design team developed 3 While playing music with bass content, turn the level the Dynamo 1000 for easy setup and system integra- control up until the music has deep extended bass, tion. Before beginning to connect your Dynamo 1000, being careful to avoid levels that become overwhelming. please review the controls discussed in the last section. An understanding of these will help speed you along as 4
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Multi-Channel/LFE Mode This setup is recommended if your Dynamo 1000 will be Pass: 24dB. The optimal setting for these options may vary used in a dedicated home theater or multi-channel system. depending on your room and listening preferences. When a signal is connected to the subwoofer’s LFE input, and the crossover switch is set to 'Bypass (LFE In)' the internal low 4 Adjust the phase control until ideal blending is obtained. If pass filter is not active. By following this setup, you will a
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AC Power Connection WARNING! The power cord should not 1. Press the Dynamo 1000’s sync button once. The LED be installed, removed, or left detached from will blink quickly. the subwoofer while the other end is con- nected to an AC power source. 2 Press the sync button on the SWT-1 transmitter once. The LED will blink quickly. If pairing has completed suc- cessfully both LEDs will stop blinking and remain on. The IEC power cord should be firmly inserted into the AC Please note: If a link is n
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p lacement Listening Position Generally, subwoofers have the most output when placed in the corner of a room. However, this can also exagger- ate the subwoofers output making blending difficult. We recommend starting by placing the Dynamo 1000 in a corner. If, after the full range of tuning techniques have been employed, the subwoofer sounds like it has too much upper bass energy try pulling it away from the wall, toward the listening position. This will lessen the reinforcement of these
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Figure 9. The Dynamo 1000 is capable of both front-firing and down-firing woofer orientations. Changing Woofer Orientation When installing the Dynamo 1000 in a cabinet it is rec- ommended that the subwoofer be converted to a front firing configuration. (see figure 9). 1 Prepare a flat surface with a blanket to protect the Dynamo 1000's finish. Unplug signal and power connec- tions. Remove the grill cloth. 2 Carefully lay the Dynamo 1000 on its side. Using a coin, unscrew the attached feet. (s
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r oom a couStIcS Your Room This is an area that requires both a little background to with the music, and may contribute in a negative way to understand and some time and experimentation to attain the sound. Ringing, boominess, and even brightness can the best performance from your system. Your room is actu- occur simply because surfaces and objects are "singing ally a component and an important part of your system. along" with your speakers. This component is a large variable and can dramati
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h ome t heater It had long been the practice of stereo buffs to connect their speaker, and that it is recommended for use as a center television to a stereo system. The advantage was the use speaker. This is not the place to cut corners. of the larger speakers and more powerful amplifier of the stereo system. Even though the sound was greatly improved, it Surround Speakers was still mono and limited by the broadcast signal. We recommend (along with the film industry) that the sur- round speake
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f requently a Sked q ueStIS on & t rouBleShootIng Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting How do I clean my subwoofer? No Output Use a dust free cloth or a soft brush to clean your subwoofer. • Check that all your system components are turned on. We recommend a specialty cloth (available through the • C h e c k t h a t t h e m a s t e r p o w e r s w i t c h a d j a c e n t t o t h e A C Xtatic shop at www.martinlogan.com) that cleans better than receptacle is set to 'Au
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g eneral InformatIon Specifications Warranty and Registration The Dynamo 1000 subwoofer system consists of a single Your Dynamo 1000 subwoofer is provided with an auto- woofer for high SPL output with minimal distortion. The matic Limited 90 Day Warranty coverage. equalization used is specifically designed to counteract the response of the woofers sealed box response. This You have the option, at no additional charge, to receive equalization leads to minimal group delay and proper Limited 3-Ye
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d ImenSIonal d rawIngS Dimensional Drawings 17 17
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g SS lo ary of a Iud o t S erm AC. Abbreviation for alternating current. DC. Abbreviation for direct current. Active crossover. Uses active devices (transistors, ICs, tubes) Diffraction. The breaking up of a sound wave caused and some form of power supply to operate. by some type of mechanical interference such as a cabinet edge, grill frame or other similar object. Amplitude. The extreme range of a signal. Usually mea- sured from the average to the extreme. Diaphragm. A thin flexible membr
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Inductance. The property of an electrical circuit by which Resistor. A device used in a circuit to provide resistance. a varying current in it produces a varying magnetic field that introduces voltages in the same circuit or in a nearby Resonance. The effect produced when the natural circuit. It is measured in henrys. vibration frequency of a body is greatly amplified by reinforcing vibrations at the same or nearly the same fre- Inductor. A device designed primarily to introduce induc- quency
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WARNING! D o n o t u s e y o u r D y n a m o 1 0 0 0 l o u d s p e a k e r s o u t s i d e o f t h e c o u n t r y o f o r i g i n a l s a l e — v o l t a g e requirements vary by country. Improper voltage can cause damage that will be potentially expensive to repair. The Dynamo 1000 is shipped to authorized MartinLogan distributors with the correct power supply for use in the country of intended sale. A list of authorized distributors can be accessed at www.martinlo
