Acoustic Energy Loudspeaker Linear Subwoofer User Manual

O W N E R ’ S   M A N U A L 

Page Section
 1 Introduction
 2 Handling
1 3 Installation
1 4 Positioning
2 5 Connecting
3 6 Controls and System Setup
4 7 Specification
5 8 The Linear Range
5 9 Warranty
5 10 Contact Acoustic Energy
3 .   I n s t a l l a t i o n
Welcome to the Linear Sub. Perhaps more than 
any other hi-fi product, speakers are sensitive to 
installation so please take a little time to read 
this manual and to follow, as far as practical, 
the installation guidelines it contains. Careful 
installation will help ensure...

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3 .   I n s t a l l a t i o n
The Linear Sub is intended to be used in either 
stereo audio music systems or multi-channel 
audio-visual (home theatre) systems. Although it is 
intended primarily to partner other products in the 
Linear range it may also be used successfully with 
alternative loudspeakers.
Linear Sub must be fitted with either floor spikes or 
rubber feet. Floor spikes offer the highest potential 
performance and should be fitted if the subwoofer 
is to be placed on a carpeted...

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D i a g r a m   O n e6 .   C o n t r o l s   &   S y s t e m   S e t u p
The Linear Sub requires 
connection both to mains power 
and an appropriate audio signal. 
The connection sockets are located 
on the back panel illustrated 
opposite. Leave the subwoofer 
switched-off at the mains until all 
connections are made and ensure 
that the subwoofer level control, 
also located on the back panel 
is turned fully anti-clockwise. 
Connecting your Linear Sub 
to an audio signal is a simple 
process,...

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D i a g r a m   O n e6 .   C o n t r o l s   &   S y s t e m   S e t u p
Subwoofer Controls
Accompanying the mains and signal input sockets 
on the subwoofer connection panel are a level 
control, a crossover frequency control, an auto 
power switch and a phase reversal switch. Their 
function and use is described in the following 
paragraphs.
Subwoofer Level
The level control adjusts the volume of the 
subwoofer relative to the satellites. Begin with 
the level control set to around 50%. Detailed...

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6 .   C o n t r o l s   &   S y s t e m   S e t u p8 .   T h e   L i n e a r   R a n g e
7 .   S p e c i f i c a t i o n
Type: Closed box, active subwoofer.
Drivers: Downward facing 220mm pulp cone with 
48mm thermally bonded voice coil. High-power 
long-throw magnet system.
Low Frequency Cut-off: - 6dB @ 30Hz
Amplifier: 200 Watts into 8 Ohms
Low Pass Filter: 2nd order, 35Hz to 80Hz
Input Sensitivity: 300mv for rated output
Dimensions (H x W x D): 497 x 430 x 390mm 
Weight: 26.0kg (single,...

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6 .   C o n t r o l s   &   S y s t e m   S e t u p8 .   T h e   L i n e a r   R a n g e
7 .   S p e c i f i c a t i o n
9 .   W a r r a n t y
1 0 .   C o n t a c t
The Linear Sub is part of a range that includes the 
Linear One stand-mount speaker, the Linear Three 
floor-stand speaker and the Linear Centre centre 
channel speaker. Linear One, Linear Three and 
Linear Centre incorporate time-aligned drivers to 
improve image quality, depth and focus.
Linear One
Linear One is a compact two-way...

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Manual Part No. MA1108