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Q Acoustics Q B12 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Q B 12 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Information and Warnings IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY This symbol indicates that there are important CAUTION operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-REMOVABLE PARTS INSIDE...
  • Page 3 The Q Acoustics Q B12 subwoofer is designed to meet the highest expectations of dedicated 2-channel audiophiles and discerning movie enthusiasts. It features a dedicated class D power amplifier and 305mm (12 inch) driver.
  • Page 4 Preparation Lift the speaker from the carton by holding the cabinet. Do not touch the driver unit or use the protective bag to lift it. The Q B12 is very heavy - get assistance to lift it if necessary. Thread the locking nut onto the spike and screw all four spikes into the threaded inserts on the subwoofer.
  • Page 5 Do not place objects of any kind on the unit. All the loudspeakers may be operated close to TV monitors with no ill- effects with the exception of the Q B12 which should not be operated within 500mm of TV screens monitors or other magnetically sensitive...
  • Page 6 Controls and Connections Status LEVEL CROSSOVER LEVEL CROSSOVER • 0 • ON PHASE • AUTO • 180 ON • • 0 AUTO/ON PHASE PHASE AUTO • • 180 SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM Line Level Input LEFT / RIGHT MONO POWER...
  • Page 7 It is recommended that the crossover point is set to the ‘AV’ setting on the dial when used with a Q Acoustics system. If you are using the subwoofer with a non Q Acoustics system then you can change the crossover point to suit your system.
  • Page 8 For a typical AV system set-up you will need a single RCA phono interconnect. As this cable is likely to be quite long, make sure you get a good quality fully screened cable. Your Q Acoustics dealer will be happy to supply you with a suitable interconnect.
  • Page 9 Do not adjust to more than +/-0.5m from the original measured distance. If it has not been possible to discern any improvement in the tone, try swapping the PHASE switch position on the Q B12 and repeat the exercise. Then re-check the sound with some stereo music again to make sure an improvement has been noticed.
  • Page 10 Multi-Channel AV System FRONT RIGHT CENTRE FRONT LEFT AV AMPLIFIER SUBWOOFER RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT LINE IN LEFT / MONO REAR LS CENTRE LS FRONT LS SUB OUT RIGHT SURROUND RIGHT SURROUND LEFT When running loudspeaker cables be especially careful not to run them across open floor areas where they could be a source of danger.
  • Page 11 Placement: The Front and Centre speakers should be in line. If this is not possible, consult your processor manual guidance adjusting relative centre / 0º front delay times. If you have a 5.1 system, the listening seat can be closer to the rear wall.
  • Page 12 FRONT LS RIGHT Connect a good quality stereo RCA phono lead to the L and R inputs on the Q B12 and connect the other end to the PRE OUT sockets on the rear of the amplifier. The subwoofer will automatically add the L and R signals together so that no information is missed.
  • Page 13 Stereo System Setting Up Check that all system connections are properly and securely made. Ensure that the subwoofer is switched off. Set the controls to the following default settings: Level Approximately half Crossover Minimum (50Hz) for large floorstanders and halfway (100Hz) for bookshelf or small speakers Phase invert 0°...
  • Page 14 Aftercare Cabinet Care Clean cabinets only with a lightly dampened cloth. Do not use solvent based cleaning materials. Never use abrasives of any kind. The cabinet surfaces will usually only require light dusting. Should an aerosol or other cleaner be used, apply the cleaner onto the cloth first and not directly onto the product.
  • Page 15 Q Acoustics subwoofers are warranted free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Q Acoustics will, at its option, repair or replace any product found to be faulty after inspection by the company or its appointed distributor or agent.
  • Page 16 Specifications Active Subwoofer Q B12 Enclosure type: Infinite baffle Bass unit (mm): 305 mm High-excursion driver (12.0 in) Peak Amplifier Power: 440W Continuous Amplifier Power: 220W Frequency range: 28 Hz - 300 Hz Cabinet dimensions (WxHxD): 400 x 400 x 446 mm (15.7 x 15.7 x 17.6 in) 426 mm (16.8 in) incl.
  • Page 17 Our policy is one of continuous product improvement. We reserve the right to change the designs and specifications without notice. This document contains information that is subject to change without notice...