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Enjoy. Thank you for choosing a Velodyne. Our passion for high performance, low-distortion bass is the driving force behind our worldwide reputation in audio and technical innovation. We are pleased to bring the Velodyne sound experience to your home!
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Wi-Q User’s Manual To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Caution The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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Wi-Q User’s Manual 21 Mains Plug/Appliance Coupler: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device. Always keep this feature readily operable for quick disconnect for safety. Double-Instulated:This equipment is a Class II, or double-insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.
Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a Velodyne Wi-Q subwoofer. This system represents the state-of-the-art in low frequency reproduction. Product Features • DSP-controlled • Integral 2.4 GHz wireless receiver • 10" long-throw woofer (Wi-Q10BV/Wi-Q10BVE) • 12" long-throw woofer (Wi-Q12BV/Wi-Q12BVE) •...
Save the carton and packing materials for future use. Note: Use this packaging if you ever need to move or ship the subwoofer to Velodyne for service. Using other packaging may result in severe damage. T o save storage space, flatten the box and place the other packing material in a plastic bag.
Setup Wi-Q User’s Manual Step 2: Set Up WiConnect System Transmitter Note: The Wi-Q transmitter model is the WiConnect System Transmitter. The Wi-Q subwoofer must be within 50 feet (15 meters) of the transmitter to be able to receive the wireless signal. Also, make sure that the same CHANNEL is selected on both the transmitter and the subwoofer.
Setup Wi-Q User’s Manual Step 3: Mount WiConnect System Transmitter to Wall (Optional) You can mount the transmitter on the wall or place it with your other audio components. The transmitter can be mounted in a vertical or horizontal orientation, and the Wi-Q system doesn’t need to be visible to function properly.
Setup Wi-Q User’s Manual Step 4: Set Audio Receiver Options It is important to set up the audio receiver to work in concert with the subwoofer. T o set up the audio receiver refer to its instruction manual and use one of the following options: Option #1 Option# 2 Option# 3...
Avoid these locations when possible. • When using a pair of Velodyne subwoofers in stereo, feed each subwoofer with one channel and place each subwoofer near the satellite of the same channel. You can also place one mid-way along a wall and the other in a corner for a very smooth, deep response.
Setup Wi-Q User’s Manual Step 6: Run Auto-EQ The automatic equalizer adjusts the subwoofer’s Mic jack sound to best suit its position in the room. Remove the grille from the front of the subwoofer. Insert the supplied mic into the supplied mic stand. Plug the mic into the Mic jack on the front of the subwoofer.
Subwoofer Controls/Connections/Features Wi-Q User’s Manual Subwoofer Controls/Connections/Features Front Panel Mic jack Remote control sensor Figure 7: Wi-Q front panel Following are descriptions of the controls and connections shown in Figure Remote Control Sensor: IR sensor window receives a signal from the included remote control. LED: 2.5 digit, seven segment LED readout displays volume, phase and Auto-EQ.
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Subwoofer Controls/Connections/Features Wi-Q User’s Manual Following are descriptions of the controls and connections shown in Figure Power: Turns the subwoofer on/off. Even if you are using the Auto on/off feature, this switch must be in the ON position for the subwoofer to receive power. Power Connector/Fuse Drawer: Connects the subwoofer to a wall outlet so that it can receive power.
Receiver/Processor Subwoofer Outputs Your Velodyne subwoofer is designed to operate using the full-range audio signal for input when using our built-in crossover. Many home theater processors/receivers (Dolby Digital™, DTS™, THX™) have a “subwoofer out” jack (sometimes labeled “LFE”) that is internally filtered, settable at the receiver/processor, and designed to be used with a powered subwoofer.
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Subwoofer Controls/Connections/Features Wi-Q User’s Manual When using the line-level jacks, some receivers may not provide enough signal for the unit’s Auto-On/Off feature to operate properly. Additionally, this lack of signal may also cause the subwoofer to produce less output than it is capable of. To alleviate this condition, we recommend the following: •...
Subwoofer Controls/Connections/Features Wi-Q User’s Manual Speaker-Level Connections Use the speaker-level jacks to connect the subwoofer directly to the speaker outputs of an integrated amplifier or receiver. Your amplifier bears no additional load when you use these high-impedance inputs. With speaker-level connections, use a high-quality speaker cable that mates well with the connectors.
Remote Control Wi-Q User’s Manual Remote Control This section describes how to use your Wi-Q subwoofer remote control. Power: Puts your subwoofer in reduced-power mode, which stops play and turns off the display. Press this button again to return to full operation. This function is subordinate to the standby mode on the rear panel, and you must restart the subwoofer if that feature has triggered.
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Wi-Q User’s Manual Presets: Switches between four preset bass modes that offer the following characteristics: • Movies: Maximum output and impact for explosions and other action adventure movie content. • R&B/Rock: Driving bass found in today’s rock music. • Jazz/Classical: The tightest, cleanest, lowest distortion bass.
30 out of 80. Maintain Check/Replace Fuse Your Velodyne Wi-Q subwoofer works in regions using 120V or 230V mains voltage. The unit switches itself for use with either voltage level. To replace the fuse, follow these steps: On the back of the subwoofer, locate the fuse drawer slot at the base of the power cord connector.
Wi-Q User’s Manual Protect Subwoofer from Damage DO NOT PUT HEAVY OBJECTS ON TOP of the subwoofer cabinet or transmitter that could scratch or dent the cabinet or case. DO NOT ALLOW OBJECTS TO FALL INTO OR LIQUIDS TO SPILL ON THE SUBWOOFER ENCLOSURE OR TRANSMITTER CASE.
Wi-Q User’s Manual Troubleshoot Subwoofer’s blue display light (on front panel) doesn’t light up Verify that the subwoofer is plugged into a live power outlet. Verify that the subwoofer power switch (on the back of the subwoofer) is in the ON position. Verify that the power cord is not damaged.
Wi-Q User’s Manual Protection Circuitry The subwoofer is equipped with protection circuitry to provide maximum performance and reliability. The subwoofer is protected against: • Overdriving the speaker • Overdriving the amplifier • Overheating the amplifier • Excessive drop in power line voltage If the protection circuitry is active, the unit may cycle on and off until operating parameters return to normal.
Wi-Q User’s Manual Regulatory Information FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For further information, contact your local waste disposal service, your local city government office, or the retailer where you purchased this subwoofer. Trademarks The Velodyne logo is a trademark of Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For Your Records. . . Date...
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