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Summary of Contents for WILSON AUDIO Activ XO
- Page 1 a b l e o f o n T e n T s o n t e n t s � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 n s t a l l at I o n a n d a r e u I d e...
- Page 2 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e l & r S � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 8 n i t i a l l a C e m e n t o f t h e P e a k e r S...
- Page 3 a b l e o f o n T e n T s � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4 4 a r r a n t y i m i t e d t o r i g i n a l...
- Page 5 1 — I e C t I o n n I t I a l e t u p W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 6 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e G u i d e Section 1.1—Connecting the ActivXo—Home Theater...
- Page 7 1 . 2 — C — M e C T i o n o n n e C T i n g T h e C T i v u s i C y s T e M Locate the “Processor In” section of the ActivXo on the right rear of the unit.
- Page 8 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e balanced connector for each output. Setup for a single, mono sub: If you are using a single subwoofer, select Mono. In Mono, either the left or the right channel outputs can be used for a single subwoofer, as they each output the same signal.
- Page 9 1 . 2 — C — M e C T i o n o n n e C T i n g T h e C T i v u s i C y s T e M speakers. In most systems, it is not necessar y or desirable to use the High Pass filter.
- Page 10 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e On the front panel in the High Pass Section, find the switch label “HP IN,” “REM,” and “HP OUT ”. Select “HP OUT.” When “HP OUT ”...
- Page 11 1 . 2 — C — M e C T i o n o n n e C T i n g T h e C T i v u s i C y s T e M connectors pass the high pass section of the signal to your main amplifier for your loudspeakers.
- Page 13 2 — f e C t I o n I n a l u n I n G W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 14 Wilson Audio Specialist install and per form the final adjustment and setup of your ActivXo. Wilson Audio has invested in the training of all autho- rized dealers in the ar t of ActivXo setup. If you choose to do the installation yourself, here are some guidelines to assist you.
- Page 15 Section 2.1 - Notes on Proper Use of the Test CD Wilson Audio has provided a test CD to aid you in the setup of your ActivXo. The following comments and recommendations refer most precisely to the use of the ActivXo in conjunction with a subwoofer in a two-channel music system.
- Page 16 This is par ticularly desirable in a system employing Wilson Audio speakers because of the low dis- tor tion, high-output, and robust power-handling capabilities of these designs.
- Page 17 2 . 1 - n 2 . 1 - n 2 . 1 - n 2 . 1 - n e C T i o n e C T i o n e C T i o n e C T i o n o T e s o n o T e s o n o T e s o n...
- Page 18 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e G u i d e halfway between the listening position and the back wall.
- Page 19 2 . 1 - n e C T i o n o T e s o n r o P e r s e o f T h e e s T ments show a gradual roll off in the bass. If your measurements follow the profiled roll off, it indicates a ver y linear speaker/ room response.
- Page 20 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e G u i d e not available, experience suggests a good place to star t is at...
- Page 21 2 . 1 - n 2 . 1 - n e C T i o n e C T i o n o T e s o n o T e s o n r o P e r r o P e r s e o f T h e s e o f T h e e s T...
- Page 22 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e knob. 17. The ActivXo features individual level adjustments for each of the subwoofer channels. These adjustments are located in the Low Pass section are labeled “Gain.”...
- Page 23 2 . 1 - n e C T i o n o T e s o n r o P e r s e o f T h e e s T 23. Next, slowly rotate the Right Channel Phase control counter clockwise from 90°...
- Page 24 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e 28. At this point in the process, it is instructive to measure the acoustic response of the combined L &...
- Page 25 2 . 2 — b e C T i o n r e a k e r i o D above steps for the left channel. 32. Now is a good time to experiment with different filter slopes. Simply follow the same procedures as above, being careful to note all settings.
- Page 27 3 — t e C t I o n w e lv e o lt r I G G e r s W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 28 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e Section 3.1 - Twelve-volt Trigger Controls Cer tain features of the ActivXo are controllable via a series of twelve -volt triggers.
- Page 29 3 . 1 - T 3 . 1 - T e C T i o n e C T i o n w e lv e w e lv e v o lT v o lT r i g g e r r i g g e r o n T r o l s o n T r o l s...
- Page 31 4 — s e C t I o n p e C I f I C at I o n s W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 32 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e Section 4.1—Specifications Input Impedance: 22k ohms single -ended, 50k ohms bal. Inputs: Balanced and single -ended, Processor Outputs: High-pass, balanced and single -ended, 2 stereo Low-pass, balanced and single -ended, 2 mono...
- Page 33 4 . 2 — g e C T i o n r a P h i C a l i M e n s i o n s Section 4.2—Graphical Dimensions W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 34 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e Section 4.3—Typical Placement of Subwoofer in Corner Note: X and Y are the driver coordinates based on a where the subwoofer is six inches away from the side and rear walls respec tively.
- Page 35 4 . 4—r eC T i on n D u CeD r equ en C y lT er aT i on s fo r i l son u b s Section 4.4—Room Induced Frequenc y Alterations for Wilson Subs Boundary Effects for WATCH Dog: Boundary Relation Response 10.0 dB 8.0 dB...
- Page 36 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e Boundary Effects for Thor’s Hammer: Boundary Relation Response 20.0 dB 18.0 dB 16.0 dB 14.0 dB 12.0 dB 10.0 dB...
- Page 37 4 . 4—r eC T i on n D u Ce D r eq u en C y lT er aT i on s fo r i l son u b s Boundary Effects for Subsonic & WAMM Master Subsonic: Boundary Relation Response 30.0 dB 27.0 dB...
- Page 39 5 — w e C t I o n a r r a n t y W i l s o n A u d i o S p e c i a l t i e s...
- Page 40 Section 5.1—Warranty Details Limited Warranty Subject to the conditions set for th herein, Wilson Audio warrants its electronics to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period. The Warranty Period is a period of 90 days from the date of...
- Page 41 A RETURNED PRODUC T MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A WRIT TEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFEC T. Wilson Audio reser ves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchasers of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any prod- uct without notice or obligation to any person.
- Page 42 Dealer, then purchaser may obtain a return authorization from Wilson Audio and at purchaser ’s expense return the product to Wilson Audio where the defect will be rectified without charge for par ts or labor.
- Page 43 5 years, as provided above, by return and filing of completed Warranty Registra- tion at Wilson Audio within 30 days after product deliver y to customer and the product was professionally installed by the Wilson Audio Dealer that sold the product to the customer.
- Page 44 Ac t i v Xo I n s ta l l at i o n a n d C a r e G u i d e above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Warran- t y gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which var y from state to state.