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SB17-Ultra
R|Evolution
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 find instructions on placement, connection, tuning and more. Our SVS Sound Experts are also available seven days a week to take the guess work out of setting up your new SB17-Ultra R|Evolution subwoofer. They are equipped to handle even the most complicated questions about placement, tuning, AV receiver settings, and more.
  • Page 3 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER The SVS SB17- Ultra R|Evolution is designed for easy set-up and integration in both multi-channel home theater and two-channel (stereo) systems. It is best to familiarize yourself with the subwoofer connections and the rear panel of your AV receiver or preamplifier before setting your subwoofer up.
  • Page 4 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER OLED Display - Displays the level for Volume, Low Pass Filter Frequency, Phase, and other settings [ ] - Press this navigation button to cycle through the main features. The list of features are in the following order: Volume >...
  • Page 5 Line Level Connection – Single LFE Channel The most common way to connect your SB17-ULTRA R|Evolution is with a single RCA or XLR interconnect cable going from the LFE or SUB1 Output on your AV receiver or preamplifier to the LFE Input on your SB17- Ultra R|Evolution.
  • Page 6 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER Line Level Connection – Stereo Receiver or Preamplifier Left/Right Channels Both Left and Right inputs on your SB17- Ultra R|Evolution can be used in a two-channel stereo application with a stereo preamplifier that has Left and Right line level or Balanced (XLR) outputs.
  • Page 7 CENTER (SUB1) Another option is to use the Left and Right RCA or XLR outputs on the SB17-Ultra R|Evolution to Daisy Chain additional subwoofers. It’s important to use the matching output and input terminals. For example, if you are using the RCA inputs, be sure to use the RCA outputs to daisy chain to the next subwoofer.
  • Page 8 If you want to add wireless connectivity via the SVS SoundPath Wireless Adapter (sold separately), your SB17-Ultra R|Evolution conveniently includes a USB input on the amplifier plate to easily power the Receiver. Set-up is simple and quick and separate instructions are included with the adapter.
  • Page 9 SUBWOOFER Control Settings for AV Receiver & Processor If using your SB17-Ultra R|Evolution subwoofer with an AV Receiver or preamp with bass management, it is recommended to leave all control settings in the default position, aside from the volume, which allows you to adjust the level of output based on your personal preferences.

  • Page 10: Subwoofer Room Placement

    “boomy” sound depending on your listening position. If you experience this, you can use the tuning controls to blend your SB17-Ultra R|Evolution more smoothly with your speakers or try pulling it further away from the walls to smooth out the bass...
  • Page 11 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution SUBWOOFER ROOM PLACEMENT SUBWOOFER Front Placement Front of the room placement in between or just to the side of the front channel speakers is another common choice. Front of the room placement usually results in the best blending with the main speakers and center channel and minimizes localization effects.
  • Page 12 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution SUBWOOFER ROOM PLACEMENT SUBWOOFER Dual Subwoofer Placement Based on our own extensive testing, and research done by the professional audio community, we recommend the following placement options for dual subwoofers: • Opposite diagonal front/rear corners. • At the mid-points of the side walls.

  • Page 13: Subwoofer Control Options

    SB17-Ultra R|Evolution SUBWOOFER CONTROL OPTIONS SUBWOOFER Your SVS SB17-Ultra R|Evolution can be controlled from the SVS Subwoofer Control App or via the rear panel for unprecedented flexibility when optimizing performance for room layout, speakers, system set-up and more. SVS Subwoofer App...

  • Page 14: Advanced Subwoofer Controls

    SB17-Ultra R|Evolution ADVANCED SUBWOOFER CONTROLS SUBWOOFER Volume Adjust to make your system’s low end more powerful and extended while remaining accurate. The subwoofer should sound like it’s naturally adding bass for all the speakers without overly drawing attention to itself. Different content has different levels of output so it’s normal to adjust volume based on source material and your personal listening preferences.
  • Page 15 This feature can be disabled from the amplifier rear panel interface or by performing a factory reset. Reset Resets SB17-ULTRA R|EVOLUTION Subwoofer back to original Factory Settings. About this App Provides version number and other information about the SVS App and also allows you...
  • Page 16 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution ADVANCED CONTROLS FEATURE TABLE SUBWOOFER FEATURE OPTIONS & RANGES FEATURE RANGE / OPTION Volume -60dB – 0dB (1dB/step) Low Pass Filter LP Frequency: 30Hz – 200Hz (1Hz/step) LP Slope: 6dB, 12dB, 18dB, 24dB Phase 0° – 180° (1degree/step)
  • Page 17 SB17-Ultra R|Evolution IR INPUT CODES SUBWOOFER The Rear IR input will allow IR based control systems to send specific commands to the subwoof- er amplifier. A powered IR repeater must be used, passive IR sensors will not work. The IR control system must be able to send NEC format commands.

  • Page 18: Safety Instructions

    SB17-Ultra R|Evolution SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SUBWOOFER • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc- tions.

  • Page 19: Fcc & Ic Compliance

    SB17-Ultra R|Evolution FCC & IC COMPLIANCE SUBWOOFER FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi- tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 20: Warranty And Support

    SB17-Ultra R|Evolution CLEANING & CABINET CARE INTRUCTIONS SUBWOOFER Your SVS Subwoofer may be gently cleaned as follows: • Use a dry microfiber duster to remove any loose surface dust. • Use a water-damp microfiber cloth to remove fingerprints, smudges and other contaminants.

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