C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s ! Congratulations on your purchase of a Velodyne CHT-Q subwoofer. This system represents the state-of-the-art in low frequency reproduction. Read and follow the instructions below to ensure safe and proper system operation.
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P r e p a r e f o r I n s t a l l a t i o n Your new Velodyne subwoofer provides for a number of installation options. Read all of the installation information below in order to determine which installation option is best for your system.
I n s ta l l a t i o n I n p u t s Your new subwoofer is equipped with speaker-level and line-level inputs. Use the LINE LEVEL jacks when connecting your subwoofer to a pre-amp, signal processor (such as LFE out), line- level crossover, or receiver with pre-amp level outputs.
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P h a s e A d j u s t m e n t - 0 ° / 9 0 ° / 1 8 0 ° / 2 7 0 ° This control allows you to change the phase of the subwoofer’s output signal to correct for any possible mismatch and resulting cancellation between the subwoofer and your main speakers/amplifier.
F r o n t Pa n e l Remote Control Sensor Figure 1. CHT-Q Front Panel Following are brief descriptions of the controls and connections described in Figure 1. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR IR sensor window receives a signal from the included remote control. LED READOUT 2.5 digit, eight segment LED readout displays volume, phase and Auto-EQ.
R e a r Pa n e l C o n n e c t i o n s Figure 2. CHT-8Q, CHT-10Q, and CHT-12Q Rear Panel Connections Figure 2 shows the controls and connections on the rear panel of the CHT-8Q, CHT-10Q, and CHT-12Q.
SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT Terminals Sends a crossed-over speaker-level signal to the front speakers. See below for a more detailed explanation of this crossover. IR INPUT This is a connection that allows the utilization of a third party infrared remote sensor, such as Elan or Xantech, or an extended cable for placement closer to your other remote controlled equipment.
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L o w - P a s s C r o s s o v e r Both sets of inputs sum the left and right channels together and the resulting signal is passed through an adjustable low-pass crossover before being amplified. The crossover control allows you to adjust the upper limit of the subwoofer’s frequency response from 40 to 120 Hz.
C r o s s o v e r s R e c e i v e r / P r o c e s s o r S u b w o o f e r O u t p u t s The Velodyne subwoofer is designed to operate using the full range audio signal for input when using the built-in crossover.
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SUBWOOFER OUTPUT JACK FRONT AMPLIFIER REAR Figure 4. Line-Level Subwoofer Connection Diagram w w w . v e l o d y n e . c o m CHT-Q Series User’s Manual...
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Figure 5. Speaker-Level Subwoofer Connection Diagram w w w . v e l o d y n e . c o m CHT-Q Series User’s Manual...
I n t e r c o n n e c t C a b l e s When installing your new Velodyne subwoofer using the line level connections, you should always use shielded phono cables. There are many high quality cables available today. It is recommended that you keep the length of cable as short as possible to avoid any potential noise problems.
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• LIGHT — If you wish, you can deactivate the numeric LED on your CHT-Q subwoofer by pressing the LIGHT button on your remote. To reactivate the LED, press the LIGHT button again. When the display has been deactivated, it will light only when you make adjustments to the subwoofer controls and then turn off again.
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The following table indicates musical style and which preset is recommended for it. MUSICAL STYLE Action Adventure Movies Country – Rock Country – Soft Folk Indie Music Rock Alternative Rock Blues Broadway and Vocalists Children’s Music Christian and Gospel Classic Rock Classical Dance and DJ Hard Rock/Heavy Metal...
R e s t o r i n g D e fa u l t s There is a feature that allows you to restore default settings for your CHT-Q subwoofer. By pressing presets in EXACTLY the following order on the remote, the unit will restore its default settings.
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g a n d S e r v i c e Before seeking service for your amplifier or subwoofer, please re-check all systems. Following is a simple troubleshooting guide to assist you. 1.
(North America) Five years (drivers) Shipping Weight (approx.) 44 lbs. (20 Kg) w w w . v e l o d y n e . c o m CHT-10Q 10” (24.5 cm) forward firing (8.2” piston diameter) 390 watts Dynamic/...
LIMITED WARRANTY - U.S. AND CANADA ONLY VELODYNE ACOUSTICS, Inc. (“VELODYNE”) warrants all electronics for a period of three years, drivers for a period of five years, and full range speakers for a period of five years. All VELODYNE products have a warranty from the...
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