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  • Page 1 PB17-Ultra R|Evolution OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 AV receiver settings, and more. One of the most useful features of your SVS PB17- Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer is the free SVS Subwoofer control App, which can be used to fine tune performance and create custom presets from the comfort of your seat and the convenience of your mobile device.
  • Page 3 fine tune your subwoofer for perfect performance from the comfort of your favorite seat. In addition to the SVS mobile app you can control the primary features of the amp using the Intelligent Control Interface (ICI) back-lit user interface on the amplifier plate.
  • Page 4 - Push repeatedly or long press to decrease volume, lower the low pass frequency cut-off, reduce phase degree, or adjust other settings. USB Type A Port - Used for Firmware updates and powering a USB device like the SVS Sound- Path Wireless Audio Adapter.
  • Page 5 Connect the subwoofer power cord to the subwoofer amplifier and directly into an AC outlet. Convenience outlets located on the rear panel of some AV receivers or pre/pros are NOT recom- mended for your PB17- Ultra R|Evolution as these outlets are not meant for high power devices. Line Level Connection – Single LFE Channel The most common way to connect your PB17-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...
  • Page 6 Line Level Connection – Stereo Receiver or Preamplifier Left/Right Channels Both Left and Right inputs on your PB17- 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 Another option is to use the Left and Right RCA or XLR outputs on the PB17-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 OUTPUTS Going Wireless If you want to add wireless connectivity via the SVS SoundPath Wireless Adapter (sold separately), your PB17-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 AV receiver menu until you get the experience and performance you want. An increase of 2-4 dB louder than initial set-up level is common for many customers. Volume can be controlled from your mobile device via the SVS Subwoofer Control App or using the controls on the rear panel interface.

  • 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 PB17-Ultra R|Evolution more smoothly with your speakers or try pulling it further away from the walls to smooth out the bass...
  • Page 11 PB17-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 PB17-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

    PB17-Ultra R|Evolution SUBWOOFER CONTROL OPTIONS SUBWOOFER Your SVS PB17-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

    SVS Subwoofer Auto Room Correction (Coming Soon - SVS App Only) Using the SVS app and the built-in microphone on your smartphone or an external mic, the feature applies equalization filters, capitalizes on available room gain, and optimizes in-room frequency response at main listening positions for optimal in-room performance.
  • Page 15 Allows up to three pre-saved settings for movie, music and custom. This enables easy switching to optimize subwoofer output and settings based on your specific listening preferences with different kinds of content. If using the SVS App, these presets can be renamed as desired. Port Tuning (SVS App Only) Port blocking allows custom tuning of your PB17-Ultra R|evolution Subwoofer based on listening preference by exchanging max output for low frequency depth and quickness.
  • Page 16 PB17-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 OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT USB Output: USB Output: SVS | 340 Victoria Rd. Youngstown, OH 44515, USA | svsound.com SVS | 340 Victoria Rd. Youngstown, OH 44515, USA | svsound.com 100V-240V 100V-240V ~ 50-60Hz 2000W 50-60Hz 2000W Volume Up #define VOL_DOWN_IR_CODE...

  • Page 18: Safety Instructions

    PB17-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

    PB17-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

    SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS Our SVS Sound Experts are standing by from Monday to Friday form 9AM-9PM ET, Saturday from 12PM-6PM, and Sunday from 12PM-4PM to assist you with subwoofer set-up and optimization, AV Receiver settings and more. They can be reached by phone, email or chat via the options below.