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™
IWSub Reference
& SubAmp 600
Ultra High-Performance In-Wall Subwoofer
and Separate Amplifier Module
Owner’s Manual
GET READY TO ROCK YOUR HOUSE!
Congratulations on your purchase of the remarkable
Definitive Technology in-wall subwoofer IWSub
Reference and its matching Definitive Technology
SubAmp 600. This extraordinary In-Wall Subwoofer
incorporates Definitive Technology’s exclusive and effec-
™
tive SuperCube technology for spectacular bass perfor-
mance, the kind of musically accurate low end
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Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock and fire, do not remove the cover or back plate of this device. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to licensed service technicians. Avis: Risque de choc electricque, ne pas ouvrir. CAUTION! The international symbol of a lightning bolt inside a triangle is intended to alert the user to uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the device’s enclosure. The inte
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Unpacking Your IWSub Reference and SubAmp 600 • Please inspect your new equipment carefully. Notify your Definitive Technology dealer immediately if you notice any damage or missing items. • Record the serial numbers of your new equipment (usually found on the rear panels). Note this information in the appropriate place on your Warranty Card. Mail in your Warranty Card within 10 days of purchase. • Keep the cartons and packing material. They will do the best job of protecting your speakers i
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Important Note Concerning Your IWSub Reference and SubAmp 600 Your IWSub Reference is specifically designed to be used in conjunction with the Definitive Technology SubAmp 600 and should never be used with another amplifier. You will not achieve optimal performance, and you may cause dam- age to your IWSub Reference if you attempt to power it using another amplifier or receiver. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE IWSUB Reference WARRANTY IS VOIDED IF AN AMPLIFIER OR RECEIVER OTHER THAN THE DEFINI- TIVE TECHNOLO
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Figure 1 Figure 2 1 2. Make certain to incorporate at least 1 /4" of space above and below the area within the inner wall space to make room for the IWSub’s locking arms. 3. With these measurement requirements in mind, place the template against the inside edge of one of the studs. (Do not “center” the template if your 1 1 studs are wider than 14 /2"–15 /2".) Use a level to make certain the template is straight and plumb. The outside edge of the template will be your exact cutout size. [Figur
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Figure 5 Figure 6 6. Once you have cut the hole, fish your previously positioned wiring out of the hole and connect your speaker. See the next section for detailed hookup instructions. Make certain that you connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your SubAmp 600 to the red terminal (+) on your speaker and the wire from the black terminal (-) of your SubAmp 600 to the black terminal (-) on your speaker. Be sure to maintain channel consistency (use either channel one or channel two). 7. P
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Hookup Method One RCA from Receiver To Subwoofer Hookup Method Two 1. Use a Low (Line) Level RCA connection from your receiver’s L and R Line Level Outputs in to the L and R Input of the SubAmp 600. This connection is “summed” within the SubAmp 600. 2. Use Speaker Wire to connect the top set of Sub Out Jacks on the SubAmp 600 to the terminals on the IWSub Reference. 3. The SubAmp 600 features an Adjustable Crossover setting on its front panel. This setting will work with this connection, givin
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4. The SubAmp 600 features an Adjustable Crossover setting on its front panel. This setting will work with this connection, giving you extra control over your subwoofer settings. To Speakers Hookup Method Three To Subwoofer From Receiver Making Adjustments to Your SubAmp 600 The rear panel of your SubAmp 600 features a Remote Mini Plug Input and Auto/Remote Slider Switch. • Use this feature to connect your SubAmp 600 to the Remote Out of your receiver. Moving the Slider Switch to “Remote” will
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tend to add more “warmth” to the bass and lower midrange, possibly at the sacri- fice of bass “tightness” and midrange clarity. Turning the setting down from the recommended setting will make the bass and lower midrange sound “leaner.” Phase Adjustment Adjusting the Phase can be a little tricky. If you're in doubt, just leave the Phase at 0 (zero). The best way to adjust the Phase is to get a friend to help you out. Play music that features a good combination of bass notes and deep male vocals a
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Painting Your IWSub Reference The IWSub Reference is easy to paint. It virtually disappears into your room when it is the same color as your wall. For best results, paint the grille and frame separately prior to in-wall installation. You Will Need: • Paint of your choice (to make the job easier, we recommend spray painting the grille). • A paperclip (for removing the paintable grille). • Masking tape. • Paint mask (to cover unpaintable parts, supplied). Preparing to Paint: 1. Separate the parts
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Painting the Grille: 1. The grille of the IWSub Reference features an even, protective powder coating. This powder coating is an ideal primer. 2. Grilles must be spray painted. Do not use a brush and paint. Thick, brushed paint may clog the grille holes and impair performance. 3. After removing the grille by care- fully hooking it with a bent paper clip and pulling it gently away from the frame, spray on two thin coats of finish color. [Figure 9] If you’re using a compressor and spray gun, use t
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Service Service and warranty work on your Definitive Technology audio equipment will be performed by your authorized Definitive Technology dealer. If, however, you wish to return your equipment directly to us, please contact us first to describe the problem you may be having and to allow us to give you return authorization or suggest the location of the nearest factory service center. The address below is the address of the Definitive Technology office only. UNDER NO CIRCUM- STANCES SHOULD EQUIPMENT
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IWSub Reference & SubAmp 600 Specifications IWSub Reference 1 3 Outer Dimensions: 15 /2" W x 26 /16" H 3 1 Cut-out Size: 14 /8" W x 25 /8" H Rec. Assoc. Amp: SubAmp 600 Frequency Response: 14 Hz – 200 Hz Nominal Impedance: 4 ohms Driver Complement: One 13" long-excursion woofer coupled to a 13" infrasonic radiator Enclosure: Non-resonant sealed medite enclosure Net Weight: 26 lbs. SubAmp 600 One Channel Operation: 275 Watts Two Channels Driven: 230 Watts each 7 1 5 With Brackets, Feet removed:
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Limited Warranty: 5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 3-Years for Electronic Components Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive Technology Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer. However, this warranty
