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ALF80
V1.4 April 2015
Discreet Subwoofer

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide ALF80 V1.4 April 2015 Discreet Subwoofer...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Connection Options (Active 2. 1) 02-3 Using the Adjustable Port System Connection Options (Active 2. 2) Positioning the ALF80 Connection Options (Home Cinema) Positioning the ALF80 (Diagram) Setup Tips Connection Options (Passive 2. 1) Specifications Connection Options (Passive 2. 2) Dimensions...
  • Page 3: Included In The Carton

    Rubber feet x4 Bracket x4 Port Cover Plate (4x20mm) Please contact your dealer if any of the above parts are missing or you require spares. WARNING: TAKE CARE TO NOT DROP OBJECTS THROUGH THE PORT HOLES AND INTO THE ALF80 ENCLOSURE.
  • Page 4: Using The Adjustable Port System

    T op Position This port position can be useful if you need to stand the ALF80 on its end (connection terminal facing upward), or when locating it in a ceiling void, port firing downward.
  • Page 5 Using the Adjustable Port System End Position This port position is useful when the ALF80 is located behind a kickboard, or underneath a sofa. M A X 11 0 m m Important notes: ALWAYS loosen the four screws in the port Ensure the rubber o-ring is correctly in plate before adjusting the port.
  • Page 6: Positioning The Alf80

    Use the brackets and screws provided to secure the ALF80 within the structure. In-Ceiling The illustration on the next page shows how the brackets supplied can be used to fix the ALF80 to a ceiling joist. Notice the port protrudes from the cabinet - this allows it to then protrude through a suitable hole cut in...
  • Page 7: Positioning The Alf80 (Diagram)

    Positioning the ALF80 (Diagram) In-Ceiling cont. 21mm screws into joist Ceiling Joist Brackets Port 12.3mm screws into ALF40 Detail view ALF80 min 10mm max 80mm gap Plasterboard Ceiling Cover Plate...
  • Page 8: Connection Options (Passive 2.1)

    Note: Amplifier must be 4 Ohm stable. In this scenario, one of the amplifier channels (left or right) is used to drive the ALF80 and one of the invisible speakers together in parallel. It is assumed bass frequencies are mixed in mono on most program material, however for orchestral music better performance will be obtained with the ALF80 connected to the right channel of the amplifier.
  • Page 9: Connection Options (Passive 2.2)

    Stereo Amplifier Note: Amplifier must be 4 Ohm stable. For systems using a pair of AIW550i speakers, a pair of ALF80’s may be necessary. In large rooms greater than 75m , each channel of the stereo amplifier drives one ALF80 in parallel connection with an...
  • Page 10: Connection Options (Active 2.1)

    In larger rooms care should be taken not to adjust the relative output of a single ALF80 too high. This may result in the unit reaching its mechanical limits well before that of the accompanying invisible speakers. In a larger room (>75m...
  • Page 11: Connection Options (Active 2.2)

    Connection Options (Active 2.2) Active Stereo 2. 2: AIW550i pair + 2x ALF80 AIW550i AIW550i CH 1 ALF80 APU550 CH 2 ALF80 Multi-channel Amplifier For systems using a pair of AIW550i speakers in rooms larger than 75m two ALF80’s will be necessary.
  • Page 12: Connection Options (Home Cinema)

    Connection Options (Home Cinema) 5.1 Cinema system. 5x AIW550i + 2x ALF80 AIW550i AIW550i AIW550i Centre CH 4 CH 2 APU550 APU550 APU550 CH 3 CH 5 CH 1 AIW550i AIW550i Centre Sub Out Surround L Surround R Y-Splitter 2 Channel...
  • Page 13: Setup Tips

    T o avoid unwanted vibrations, ensure the ALF80 is fixed securely to a structure or, if free standing, the supplied rubber feet are used. The supplied port cover plate can be used to...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    SPL by as much as 6dB. Limited Warranty: The ALF80 is designed to operate reliably for many years. Correctly installed and in accordance with these instructions, Amina warranties the ALF80 against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one year.
  • Page 15 Dimensions 156mm 605mm 270mm 55.8mm 65mm 61mm 605mm Max 110mm 156mm Note: Centre hole location of port tube exactly the same as other port.
  • Page 16 Amina T echnologies Ltd Cirrus House, Glebe Road Huntingdon, Cambs, PE29 7DL England T: +44 1480 354390 W: www.amina.co.uk / E: inspired@amina.co.uk Copyright 2013...

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