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Bass Shaker AST-2B-4
Installation Guide
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of the Pro Bass Shaker by Aura
Systems. Aura's patented technology preserves overall sound pressure levels, so
there's no distortion while enhancing the bass energy delivered from your audio
system. Pro Bass Shakers add an exciting physical sensation to the sights and
sounds of video arcade games, movies, stage shows, multimedia systems, and
mobile audio/video!
To achieve the Shaker's full potential, please read this guide thoroughly before
you start. Your Shaker was designed to work with a separate amplifier: do not
exceed the rated 50 watts RMS per Shaker multiplied by the number
of Shakers (i.e. 50 x 4 = 200 watts RMS), as doing so may damage
your equipment.
Before beginning your installation, it is a good idea to review how to connect
your Shaker(s) to an amplifier:
Connecting a Single Shaker
Each Aura Pro Bass Shaker has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Depending on
the amplifier driving it, a single Shaker can be hooked up to an amplifier that is
in either stereo or bridged mono configuration, the same way "regular"
subwoofers are often connected. To ensure safe and reliable operation, please
consult the amplifier's manual for details concerning the manufacturer's
recommended load ratings.
Connecting Multiple Shakers
Two or four Shakers can be wired together to increase the effect's intensity.
Connecting two in series raises the total impedance to 8 ohms (see figure A)
Connecting two in parallel (figure B) lowers the impedance to 2 ohms.
Connecting four Shakers in series-parallel maintains the impedance at 4 ohms
(figure C). Consult the amplifier's manual to ascertain the power produced at
various impedances. In any case, do not exceed the rated 50 watts RMS per
Shaker multiplied by the number of Shakers (i.e. 50 x 4 = 200 watts RMS).
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Summary of Contents for Aura Systems AST-2B-4
- Page 1 Bass Shaker AST-2B-4 Installation Guide Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of the Pro Bass Shaker by Aura Systems. Aura’s patented technology preserves overall sound pressure levels, so there’s no distortion while enhancing the bass energy delivered from your audio system.
- Page 2 Figure A, Series Connection, 8 ohms Ohms Ohms Figure B, Parallel Connection, 2 ohms Ohms Ohms Figure C, Series-Parallel Connection, 4 ohms Ohms Ohms Ohms Ohms Installation in a Home Mounting Aura Pro Bass Shakers to furniture will yield the greatest effects if the chair or couch is decoupled from the floor.
- Page 3 3. The ideal mounting position for a Bass Shaker will be free from fabric, padding, or any other insulating material. It is important the transducer makes solid contact with a smooth, flat surface. 4. Using a crimping tool, crimp the supplied “disconnect terminals” to the wire ends as shown below. Ensure no bare wires are visible through the insulation.
- Page 4 7. Mount the Shaker at the desired location by using four sheet metal screws or Stingers. Use short screws to avoid damage to other areas. 8. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, carefully remove the top cover of the shaker by unscrewing the four screws. This will not void the warranty. 9.
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