Sonance Cinema In-Wall Subwoofer
Instruction Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Sonance Cinema® Series SUB 10-250 or SUB 12-500 In Wall Subwoofer. When properly installed, these subwoofers will deliver film soundtracks and music with outstanding clarity and realism, even in large home theater rooms. This manual covers the Sonance Cinema SUB 10-250 and 12-500 models.
Box Contents
SUB 10-250
- (1) SUB 10-250 Driver
- (1) Grille Mounting Frame
- (1) Grille
- (12) Flat Head Phillips screws for mounting the Frame
- (12) Hex Head screws for mounting the Driver
- (1) Hex Head Driver
SUB 12-500
- (1) SUB 12-500 Driver
- (1) Grille Mounting Frame
- (1) Grille
- (12) Flat Head Phillips screws for mounting the Frame
- (12) Hex Head screws for mounting the Driver
- (1) Hex Head Driver
Installation
Installing the Driver
Remove the four screws that attach the coverplate to the enclosure.
Connect the internal wire to the woofer driver. Connect the RED wire to the Positive Terminal and the Black wire to the Negative terminal. If you are using multiple subwoofers, it is critical that the polarity of all the woofers must be the same.
Attach the woofer driver to the enclosure using the twelve hex head screws. The appropriate hex driver is included with the screws. Tighten all twelve screws evenly to minimize any air leakage that could occur.
Note on Drywall Installation: A coverplate is provided and should remain in place until the Sonance Cinema Subwoofer is installed. Do not tape or mud the gap. A gap of no more than 1/8" (3 mm) is permitted. (Spanish: espacio reservado pare el Cinema Subwoofer de Sonance INSTRUCCIONES PLACA DE YESO Esta ploco debe permanecer en lugar hasta la instalación del Cinema Subwoofer de Sonance. Empalmar la placa de yeso contra todos los bord Hasta 1/8" (3mm) de brecha es permitido.)
Installing the Grille and Frame
Attach the Grille Mounting Frame to the enclosure using the twelve flat head Phillips head screws. Tighten all the screws evenly so the Grill Mounting Frame is flush with the wall at all points around the perimeter.
Install the Grille onto the Grille Mounting Frame. The powerful Neodymium magnets will attract the grille very quickly. Care should be taken to get the grille aligned correctly before placing it close to the Grille Mounting Frame.
Painting the Grille
Please refer to the accompanying Painting Instructions sheet for painting instructions.
Setup and Calibration
Typical Home Theatre
Subwoofer Driver Phase
Before connecting the wires from the subwoofer driver to the amplifier, ensure the subwoofer driver is connected in the proper phase. To test this, take a small battery rated at around 1.5 volts (AA, C, or D batteries are suitable). Hold the positive wire from the subwoofer driver to the battery's positive terminal. Momentarily touch the negative wire from the subwoofer driver to the battery's negative terminal. Observe the subwoofer driver: it should move outwards (into the room) each time you touch the negative terminal.
If the woofer moves inwards, the woofer is not connected correctly. You can either remove the subwoofer driver from the enclosure and reverse the connections, or reverse the connections on the back of the amplifier to correct the subwoofer system's phase.
If your home theater contains more than one subwoofer, repeat this process for each subwoofer driver. Correct phasing in multiple subwoofer installations is critical for maximum performance.
Calibration
Once the system is set up, you can calibrate it. Many modern surround receivers and processors include an automatic calibration and equalization system. If yours has one, follow the manufacturer's instructions to complete the process. This automatic calibration not only sets the correct subwoofer level but also performs equalization for optimal bass performance in your room.
If your surround receiver or processor does not have an automatic calibration routine, you will need to perform manual calibration. Consult your surround receiver or processor's instructions. A simple SPL (Sound Pressure Level) meter will be needed to calibrate your system correctly. The use of an SPL meter is strongly recommended.
Warranty Information
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Sonance warrants to the first end-user purchaser that this Sonance-brand product ("Product"), when purchased from an authorized Sonance Dealer/Distributor, will be free from defective workmanship and materials for the life of the Product, except for the grille, which is warranted for five (5) years. Sonance will, at its option and expense, either repair the defect or replace the Product with a new or remanufactured Product or a reasonable equivalent.
Exclusions
To the extent permitted by law, the warranty set forth above is in lieu of, and exclusive of, all other warranties, express or implied. All other express and implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for use, and fitness for a particular purpose, are specifically excluded. No one is authorized to make or modify any warranties on behalf of Sonance.
The warranty stated above is the sole and exclusive remedy. Sonance shall not be liable for consequential, incidental, economic, property, bodily injury, or personal injury damages arising from the Product, any breach of this warranty, or otherwise.
This warranty statement provides specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitations of remedies, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply. If your state does not allow disclaimer of implied warranties, the duration of such implied warranties is limited to the period of Sonance's express warranty.
Product Model and Description
Sonance Cinema Series SUB 10-250 In Wall Subwoofer and SUB 12-500 In Wall Subwoofer.
Additional Limitations and Exclusions from Warranty Coverage
The warranty described above is non-transferable, applies only to the initial installation of the Product, does not include installation of any repaired or replaced Product, does not include damage to allied or associated equipment which may result from use with this Product, and does not include labor or parts caused by accident, disaster, negligence, improper installation, misuse (e.g., overdriving the amplifier or speaker, excessive heat or cold or humidity), or from service or repair which has not been authorized by Sonance.
Obtaining Authorized Service
To qualify for the warranty, contact your authorized Sonance Dealer/Installer or call Sonance Customer Service at (800) 582-0772 within the warranty period. You must obtain a return merchandise number (RMA) and deliver the Product to Sonance, shipping prepaid, along with the original sales receipt, invoice, or other satisfactory proof of purchase.
