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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Chapter 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2. INTRODUCTION 3. VOLTAGE INPUT & POWER CORD 4. SUBWOOFER HOOK-UP 4. WIRING WITH LINE-LEVEL RCA or XLR BALANCED INPUTS 5. PLUGGING IN THE SUBWOOFER & START UP 6. USE OF THE PHASE CONTROL 7.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    2. INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS! You have just made perhaps the most exciting and dramatic addition that you could possibly make to your audio system. The new dimension of deep, powerful bass provided by your M&K Sound powered subwoofer will positively thrill and excite you. We encourage you to read this owner’s manual, as there is a great deal of information provided here to help you get the best possible performance from your new subwoofer.
  • Page 5: Subwoofer Hook-Up

    SUBWOOFER HOOK-UP - WIRING WITH LINE LEVEL RCA or XLR BALANCED INPUTS M&K Sound X Series subwoofers are fitted with line-level input RCA connectors and XLR connectors. The line-level RCA and XLR inputs allow you to directly connect your subwoofer to corresponding preamp-level outputs on components such as surround sound receivers and processors that have pre-amp outputs.
  • Page 6: Plugging In The Subwoofer & Start Up

    Set switches in position for X10 & X12 to THX Low Pass filter and THX Bass EQ. For X8 the switch shall be set to “No Low Pass” & “Bass EQ positions” Now, play some music through your system to make sure that the satellite (main) speakers are working properly.
  • Page 7: Use Of The Phase Control

    USE OF THE PHASE CONTROL M&K Sound X Series subwoofers feature a continuously variable phase control from 0 to180 degrees. This control will help you to fine-tune the transition between sound sent to your main speakers and your subwoofer. In order to optimize the integration of your subwoofer with your main speakers, you should perform a phase test.
  • Page 8: Low Pass Filter Setting

    X12 for “LOW-PASS FILTER” on the back of the subwoofer to “No Low Pass” / THX mode. X8 shall be set to “No Low Pass” position. This bypasses the subwoofer’s internal low-pass filter so that there is no interaction between the subwoofer’s filter and your receiver or processor’s filter.
  • Page 9: Hz Low Pass Filter

    20Hz at -6dB. (Free field) for models X10 & X12. For X8 the position “bass EQ” provide low frequency response down to 35 Hz -6dB The Bass EQ Setting / THX mode is the typical default setup mode for movies.
  • Page 10: Bass Level Reference

    X8 sub can as well use the “fixed level position” for bass management control by receiver or processor. Set switch to “Variable” to activate adjustable Bass level reference volume control.
  • Page 11: Multiple Sub Connection

    MULTIPLE SUB CONNECTION Connecting multiple subs is simply done by linking through the RCA phono “pass through output socket” from a sub number one to sub number two. Simply run an RCA cable from sub 1 RCA pass thru output to sub 2 input - Or simply run a balanced XLR cable from sub 1 pass thru output to sub 2 input - The Pass Thru output signal for RCA phono and XLR balanced sockets bypasses all internal filters.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Your M&K Sound subwoofer amplifier provides high reliability and, in the rare event service is ever required, easy modular replacement of parts. This section of the manual will help you to solve or diagnose most problems that can occur with your subwoofer. In the event that a fuse blows, ALWAYS replace it with a fuse of the correct value to avoid malfunction of the unit or even a fire hazard.
  • Page 13: If You Need Service

    If you hear a persistent hum or buzz through the subwoofer: 1. Because the subwoofer is able to reproduce the 50 Hz or 60 Hz Mains frequency, it is often blamed for causing hum that originates elsewhere in the system. Always avoid running all speaker wires and phonos interconnect cables near to AC cords and component power supplies.
  • Page 14: System Setup Guide

    SYSTEM SET-UP GUIDE The 5 Most Important Items in System Set-up: 1. Find the best location for the subwoofer for maximum output and flattest response (Possibly near the corner closest to the listening position) 2. Position and aim the front speakers (and the surrounds, if possible) for the flattest response and the best imaging 3.
  • Page 15: Speaker Setup Guide

    SPEAKER SET-UP GUIDE Front Speaker Placement The left, right, and center speakers should be equidistant from the main listening position. Try to set up the speakers so that they are reasonably symmetrical to room surfaces. A tape measure may be very helpful. Subwoofer Placement One possible location for the subwoofer is the corner with the best structural strength.
  • Page 16: Appendix A: Speaker Placement Diagrams

    Appendix A - Speaker Placement Diagrams Typical Surround System Speaker Placement Set up 7.1 Set up 5.1...
  • Page 17: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications Power Amp: 300W RMS at 4 ohm / 600W peak Frequency Response: 35-200 Hz (+/- 2 dB in band tolerance) Amplifier Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.5% at 300W into 4 ohm Dimensions: W31cm x H47cm x D42cm / W12.2 x H18.5 x D16.5 inch Weight: 22 kg / 48.5 lbs AC Power Consumption: 0.5W standby, 50W average, 400W maximum Power Amp: 350W at 4 ohms / 650W peak...
  • Page 19: Thx

    M&K Sound X10 and X12 subwoofers are THX certified and provide extended response and performance in specific room sizes. M&K Sound X12 subwoofer is THX Ultra2 certified to bring the cinematic experience to larger home theaters, 3,000 cubic feet in size, with a viewing distance of 12 feet or greater from the screen.

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