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  • Page 1 Silver centre Silver series Silver W-12 o w n e r s m a n u a l Silver...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Owner Information Automatic Position Correction Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Monitor Audio Silver W-12 subwoofer, which has been designed and constructed using quality systems and materials to provide years of enjoyment, reliability and pride of ownership. The Silver W12 is a completely new and sophisticated design featuring the powerful control of DSP processing and new driver design.

  • Page 4: Spiked Foot Assembly

    Spiked Foot Assembly For Carpeted Floors The Silver spiked foot assembly incorporates a spike for use on carpeted floors and also, a soft polymer pad (for use on wooden or tiled floors). Please ensure there are no hidden wires under the carpet that could be damaged by the spikes.

  • Page 5: Amp Panel

    The crossover frequency control only operates when connected to the stereo inputs. It does not have any effect when connected to the LFE input. This control feature is used to set the upper frequency limit (low pass) of the Silver W-12. The crossover Notes: control should be set in accordance with the size or bass output of the main/satellite 1.
  • Page 6 This 12 volt signal is generated by the AV amp/receiver and tells the W-12 to turn on from standby mode. This allows a more accurately controlled auto on/off function, and is far more energy efficient.
  • Page 7 8. LFE Input (RCA Type) This input is to be used when connecting the W-12 to an AV amplifier/ receiver. When using the LFE input, the crossover control is not used. This is due to the crossover function being controlled and set by the AV amplifier/ processor when it’s set up procedure is run.

  • Page 8: Top Control Panel

    This button has multiple functions, these are listed below: • It wakes the W-12 from standby with a single press • A long press (5 seconds) puts the W-12 into standby mode. • When operational, it cycles through three different EQ profiles. •...

  • Page 9: Initial Set Up

    Power Cycle When the W-12 powers up for the first time or when it has been turned off for a long period, the EQ button will flash red 3 times while powering up and then go in to standby mode (if power mode switch is in the auto position).

  • Page 10: Set Up

    Set Up Automatic Position Correction Automatic Position Correction (APC) will optimise the acoustic output of the subwoofer to match the ideal system performance by removing the dominant room modes from the listening position. The APC will take measurements from 3 different seating locations within the room to achieve the most accurate correction.

  • Page 11: Connected To An Av Receiver

    Connected to an AV Receiver The majority of AV amplifiers have automatic setup systems. If your amp has an auto set up procedure, run this now with the volume set to around 10 - 12 o’clock, and the power mode switch in the On position. When the auto set up is complete check the settings on the AV amp for the sub woofer to ensure they are correct.

  • Page 12: Eq Profiles

    EQ Profiles The Silver W-12 has 3 preset EQ profiles. These are EQ1 (Movies), EQ2 (Music) and EQ3 (Impact). These profiles change the characteristics of the sound from the subwoofer. We highly recommend experimenting with the different profiles to see which most suits your room, tastes, environment, etc.

  • Page 13: Specification

    Specification Sealed Cabinet with 25mm M.D.F System Format construction with internal bracing Low Frequency Response 20Hz (Typical IEC room ) Upper Frequency Limit 40 – 120 Hz Variable Low Pass Filter Alignment Active 4th, order 24db/octave Amplifier Power Output 500 Watts Continuous Class- D amplifier with Switch mode power Amplifier Classification supply (SMPSU)

  • Page 14: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting Fault Mode The Silver W-12 can display 3 individual faults codes. Each fault mode makes the LED in the EQ Button alternate between yellow and another colour; red, green or blue. Mode 1 - Power supply unit issue...

  • Page 15: Owner Information

    Owner Information Product Details Model: Silver W-12 Product Serial No: Amp panel Serial No: Date of Purchase: Dealer Details Dealer Name: Address: Post code: E-mail address: Monitor Audio reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
  • Page 16 m o n i t o r a u d i o . c o . u k Monitor Audio Ltd. 24 Brook Road Rayleigh, Essex SS6 7XJ England Tel: +44 (0)1268 740580 Fax: +44 (0)1268 740589 Email: info@monitoraudio.co.uk Web: www.monitoraudio.com Designed &...

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