Piega Speaker SUB 1 MKII User Manual

User Manual  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII Active Subwoofer  
Version 1.0  
 
Contents  
User Manual  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
This user manual describes how to connect the PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII active subwoofer to different loudspeaker configurations and  
the appropriate setting options for optimum operation in stereo and home cinema mode. It also contains instructions for unpacking  
and setting up the P SUB 1 MKII.  
4 Precautions  
Before unpacking...  
5 Unpacking the P SUB 1 MKII  
Instructions for unpacking...  
6 Installation Instructions  
Recommendations for ideal positioning...  
7 Connection Options  
Connection terminal for different applications...  
8 Connecting the System  
Configuration examples for stereo and surround mode*...  
13 Setting the Sound Characteristics  
Setting options for individual requirements...  
14 Daily Use  
Care and maintenance...  
15 Warranty Conditions  
Service and warranty conditions  
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Precautions  
Before unpacking...  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
Please read this user manual carefully and pay special attention to the following precautions and warnings. In your own interest, we  
advise you to strictly observe the following procedure when installing your new PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII.  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
Warning:  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE  
THISAPPLICATE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE  
>The PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII subwoofer has been designed  
for use with PIEGA loudspeaker products. Nevertheless, the  
subwoofer can also be operated with the loudspeakers  
of other suppliers  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
!
DO NOT OPEN  
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR  
DOUBLE INSULATION WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS  
>Ensure particularly that the P SUB 1 MKII is installed  
and connected in accordance with the instructions of this  
user manual  
CONFORMS TO  
UL STD. 6500  
>The P SUB 1 MKII was only designed for use in dry residential  
CERTIFIED TO  
CAN/CSASTD. E60065  
environments within a temperature range of 10...40°C  
C
US  
2001310  
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Unpacking the P SUB 1 MKII  
Instructions for unpacking...  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
Special care was taken in the packaging of your P SUB 1 MKII in order to ensure that this new PIEGA quality product reaches your  
living room safely and undamaged. In order to avoid any damage when unpacking the loudspeaker, follow closely the instructions  
below.  
Procedure:  
>Before unpacking, remove any jewelry such as watches, rings,  
bracelets etc. in order to avoid scratching the aluminum  
>Open the carton as shown in the figure and remove the supply  
cable provided. Leave the protective cushion  
>Carefully invert the subwoofer 180° with the carton open  
and stand it on the protective cushion so that the carton can be  
lifted up and off the loudspeaker  
>Remove th protective foil and the upper protective cushion  
and turn the subwoofer over 180° once more so that it is standing  
on the feet provided  
>Check that the P SUB 1 MKII has not been damaged in transit  
>Then place the P SUB 1 MKII in the required position  
Warning:  
The P SUB 1 MKII subwoofer weighs 42 kg and is therefore very heavy.  
>To avoid risk of injury only lift the subwoofer together with another person...!  
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Installation Instructions  
Recommendations for ideal positioning...  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
The P SUB 1 MKII can be installed flexibly and easily. Due to its relatively small size, it can be integrated in any unit and can be  
positioned as required virtually anywhere in the room. However, to ensure the most natural sound, the P SUB 1 MKII should be placed  
on the floor near the two front loudspeakers.  
Ideal setup:  
>For both surround and stereo mode, position the P SUB 1 MKII  
as close to the two front loudspeakers as possible  
>The two chassis of the P SUB 1 MKII should face left and right  
with the connection terminal facing the wall  
Surround mode  
>As the sound is directed from the sides of the chassis, only a  
small clearance from the wall is required (approx. 30 cm)  
>Do not in any way prevent the free movement of the P SUB 1 MKII  
>Do not place any objects such as vases etc. on the P SUB 1 MKII  
so as avoid the possibility of accidents  
Stereo mode  
Note:  
Frequencies below 100 Hz cannot be localized by the human ear.  
>The exact positioning of the P SUB 1 MKII is largely unnecessary...!  
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Connection Options  
Connection terminal for different applications...  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
Its large range of connection options offers the P SUB 1 MKII an unlimited number of configurations both for stereo and for surround  
mode. Refer to the appropriate user manual supplied for specific information on the loudspeakers used and components of your  
stereo or surround system.  
LFE / IN  
Note:  
>The connection terminal of the P SUB 1 MKII allows a number  
of possible configuration options for stereo and surround mode  
INPUT  
R
L
>Depending on the equipment in use, select the appropriate  
configuration (see the following pages)  
OUTPUT  
>The LFE/IN, INPUT, OUTPUT terminals for connecting to the  
AV receiver or the stereo amplifier require connection cables with  
cinch plugs  
R+  
R-  
L+  
L-  
>The SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT terminals for connecting amplified  
music signals can be connected with loudspeaker cables with or  
without banana plugs  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
Connecting the supply cable:  
POWER  
ON  
>Check whether the default switch position (240/115 V) of your  
P SUB 1 MKII corresponds to the standard supply voltage in  
your country  
230V  
OFF  
>Plug the supply cable provided with the loudspeakers into  
the appropriate socket  
T3. 15AL250V FOR 230V INPUT  
T5AL250V FOR 115V INPUT  
115/230V - 50/60HZ 500W  
>Do not switch on the P SUB 1 MKII (POWER ON) until all cable  
connections have been made  
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Connecting the System  
Configuration example for surround mode  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
The most frequently used and ideal connection configuration for 5.1 surround applications is using an AV receiver with a separate  
subwoofer output. The settings can be adjusted individually for any loudspeaker via the menu. Refer to the user manual of the AV  
receiver you are using for information on the individual setup controls.  
Dolby Digital System - Surround System with AV Receiver  
Center  
Speaker  
Connection:  
Rear  
Speaker R  
Rear  
Speaker L  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the terminal  
marked SUBWOOFER (or similar) on the AV receiver  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the terminal on the  
subwoofer marked LFE/IN  
Front  
Speaker R  
Front  
Speaker L  
>For this use a suitable connection cable with  
cinch plugs (not supplied with the loudspeakers)  
Front  
R
Center  
Front  
L
Rear  
R
Rear  
L
L
Subwoofer  
R
Amplifier  
>Connect the front, rear and center loudspeakers using the  
loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver  
60Hz  
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
40Hz  
140Hz  
LFE / IN  
INPUT  
Benefit:  
R
L
OUTPUT  
The most frequently used and ideal  
connection configuration for 5.1 surround mode  
>The P SUB 1 MKII can be tuned for optimum results...!  
R+  
L+  
L-  
R-  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
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Connecting the System  
Configuration example for stereo and surround mode  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
The 5.1 receivers and power amplifiers of some manufacturers have a separate NF Out terminal. The terminal allows the signal  
to reach the subwoofer without any amplification. Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and connection  
options for your AV receiver/power amplifier.  
Dolby Digital System - Surround System with NF Out  
Center  
Speaker  
Connection:  
Rear  
Speaker R  
Rear  
Speaker L  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the AV receiver terminal  
marked PRE OUT (or similar)  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the subwoofer terminal  
marked INPUT  
Front  
Speaker R  
Front  
Speaker L  
Right  
Left  
>For this use connection cables with cinch plugs (not supplied)  
L
T3. 15AL250V FOR 230V INPUT  
T5AL250V FOR 15V INPUT  
15/230V 50/60HZ 500W  
230V  
1
1
-
R
PRE OUT  
Amplifier  
>Connect the loudspeakers using the loudspeaker terminals provided  
on your AV receiver/power amplifier  
60Hz  
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
40Hz  
140Hz  
LFE / IN  
INPUT  
Note:  
R
L
OUTPUT  
Frequently used configuration  
R+  
L+  
L-  
>Ideal configuration for stereo mode...!  
R-  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
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Connecting the System  
Configuration example for surround mode  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
The AV receivers and power amplifiers of some manufacturers feature separate MAIN IN and PRE OUT terminals. The preamplified  
signal reaches the subwoofer and can be looped back again filtered. In this way the loudspeakers are relieved in the deep range in  
order to ensure improved precision and sound characteristics. Refer to the appropriate manual for information about operation and  
connecting options for your AV receiver/power amplifier.  
Surround System with power amplifier featuring MAIN IN/PRE OUT loop  
Center  
Speaker  
Connection:  
Rear  
Speaker R  
Rear  
Speaker L  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the amplifier terminal marked  
PRE OUT (or similar) and to the subwoofer terminal marked INPUT  
Front  
Speaker R  
Front  
Speaker L  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the amplifier terminal marked  
MAIN IN (or similar) and to the subwoofer terminal marked OUTPUT  
Right  
Left  
L
R
MAIN IN PRE OUT  
Amplifier  
>For this use two connection cables with cinch plugs  
(not supplied with the loudspeakers)  
60Hz  
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
>Connect the front, rear and center loudspeakers using the  
loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver  
40Hz  
140Hz  
LFE / IN  
INPUT  
R
L
OUTPUT  
R+  
L+  
L-  
R-  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
Benefit:  
Preferred configuration in the high end range  
>The loudspeakers are relieved in the deep bass range...!  
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Connecting the System  
Configuration example for stereo and surround mode  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
This is a widely used configuration for stereo mode, although it is less suitable for surround mode since there is a risk of overloading  
with small satellite loudspeakers. With this configuration, the connection is made to the amplifier. Refer to the appropriate manual for  
information about operation and connecting options for your AV receiver/power amplifier.  
Subwoofer and loudspeaker terminals on the amplifier  
Center  
Speaker  
Connection:  
Rear  
Speaker R  
Rear  
Speaker L  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the subwoofer terminal marked  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII subwoofer cable to the amplifier terminal  
marked SPEAKER (or similar)  
Front  
Speaker R  
Front  
Speaker L  
Front  
R
Rear  
R
Center  
Rear  
L
Front  
L
>Likewise connect up the loudspeakers (parallel) to the amplifier  
terminal marked SPEAKER (or similar)  
Amplifier  
>For this use two similar connection cables (not supplied)  
>If necessary, connect the front, rear and center loudspeakers using the  
loudspeaker terminals provided on your AV receiver  
LFE / IN  
INPUT  
R
L
OUTPUT  
L+  
R+  
R-  
L-  
Benefit:  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
Frequently used configuration in stereo mode  
>Flexible positioning of components...!  
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Connecting the System  
Configuration example for stereo mode  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
Commonly used configuration in stereo mode with the loudspeakers (parallel) connected to the subwoofer. Refer to the appropriate  
manual for information about operation and connection options for your stereo amplifier.  
Loudspeaker terminals on the subwoofer  
Connection:  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII subwoofer cable to your stereo amplifier  
Speaker L  
Speaker R  
at the terminal marked SPEAKER (or similar)  
>Connect the P SUB 1 MKII cable to the subwoofer terminal marked  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
LFE / IN  
INPUT  
>Likewise connect (parallel) the loudspeakers to the subwoofer  
terminal marked SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
R
L
OUTPUT  
L+  
R+  
>For this use suitable loudspeaker cables, if necessary with banana  
plugs (not supplied)  
L-  
R-  
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUTS  
Front  
R
Rear  
R
Center  
Rear  
L
Front  
L
POWER  
ON  
L
230V  
R
OFF  
T3. 15AL250V FOR 230V INPUT  
T5AL250V FOR 15V INPUT  
15/230V 50/60HZ 500W  
1
1
-
Benefit:  
Frequently used configuration in stereo mode  
>Very simple and efficient cabling...!  
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Settings of the Sound Characteristics  
Setting options for individual requirements...  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
Thanks to the use of the most advanced active electronics, your new PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII is a cutting edge product in the field of  
subwoofers. Thanks to the variable „HP Filter Q“ it features the ability to simulate an unlimited range of sound characteristics. This  
enables you to adjust operation within the deep bass range to your individual audio requirements, as well as to those of the listening  
environment.  
VOLUME  
VOLUME  
>Use this knob to adjust the subwoofer volume  
Setting tip: Turn the subwoofer to maximum volume and then turn it  
MIN.  
MAX.  
down until it sounds too quiet for you  
PHASE-SWITCH  
0
180  
PHASE-SWITCH  
>Use this switch to set the subwoofer to In Phase or Out of Phase.  
Depending on the type of loudspeaker, there will be a phase cancelling  
(little bass) or a phase correction (normal bass)  
>>Factory setting 0  
PHASE-SHIFT  
>Use this knob to adjust the phase to your system  
PHASE-SHIFT  
>>Factory setting 0  
SUBSONIC  
ON  
OFF  
SUBSONIC  
>Use this selector switch to activate the SUBSONIC filter. This is used to  
filter out frequencies below 15 Hz and thus relieve the subwoofer of  
inaudible frequencies  
>>Factory setting OFF  
FILTER-Q  
FILTER-Q  
>Use this knob to set the filter quality in the range between 0.5 to 0.8 -  
Turning the knob clockwise will cause a dry, clean and very precise  
bass, turning the knob anti-clockwise will produce a warm and more  
mellow bass  
60Hz  
CROSSOVER-FREQUENCY  
>This knob is used for adjusting the crossover frequency between  
CROSSOVER  
FREQUENCY  
subwoofer and full-range speaker  
40Hz  
140Hz  
>>Factory setting 80 – 100 Hz  
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Daily Use  
Care and maintenance  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
From development to production, right down to quality testing, PIEGA only uses materials and components of the highest quality. Your  
new P SUB 1 MKII has a polished aluminum surface. As this material is very sensitive, it should be treated with due care.  
Procedure:  
>Clean the surface of the P SUB 1 MKII with a soft, fluff-free cloth  
>If necessary, the P SUB 1 MKII can be cleaned with a vacuum  
cleaner set to the lowest power setting  
>Never use alcohol or other cleaning agents to clean  
your P SUB 1 MKII  
>If necessary, use a damp cloth with a solution  
of lukewarm water and a few drops of washing up liquid  
Warning:  
On no account open the cabinet of the P SUB 1 MKII  
>Electronic components carry a dangerous high voltage...!  
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Warranty Conditions  
Service- and warranty conditions  
PIEGA P SUB 1 MKII  
The warranty is limited to six years on our loudspeakers and three years on our electronics in accordance with the conditions stated  
below. Read through the service and warranty conditions carefully, especially the warnings concerning the purchase of PIEGA  
loudspeakers from unauthorized dealers.  
Warranty conditions  
1.  
Every Piega device leaves the factory in perfect condition. If any manufacturing and/or material defects are  
found during normal use of the device, we warrant to repair the device with free parts and labor during the  
first six years from the date of purchase.  
2.  
3.  
The warranty only applies to the original purchaser of the device, who should be registered at an authorized dealer.  
The registration card for the device must be sent to Piega within six weeks of purchase or registered via the  
4.  
5.  
The product must have been purchased at an authorized Piega dealer.  
The warranty will not be applicable if any repair is carried out by a person or a workshop that is not authorized  
to do this by Piega.  
6.  
7.  
If it is necessary for a device or part of it to be sent to Piega or an approved Piega workshop, the sender is  
responsible for paying all transport costs in advance. The original packaging must be used for sending the  
complete device.  
The warranty will not be applicable if the serial number of the device has been modified, removed or made  
illegible. It will also not apply if the device is not connected properly or not treated with due care. The warranty  
will also not be applicable if the device was modified or repaired in any way that in our view has altered the  
correct functioning of the device.  
8.  
Piega shall not be liable for the consequences of any damage.  
PIEGA Loudspeaker products from unauthorized dealers  
The official PIEGA warranty becomes invalid if a PIEGA loudspeaker product was purchased from an unauthorized dealer  
and is therefore a gray market product, or if the original serial number has been intentionally removed, replaced or  
made illegible. Should you have any doubt that the dealer you have selected is an officially authorized PIEGA dealer, we  
recommend that you contact us or the PIEGA sales organization in your country without fail. Please note the PIEGA sales  
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PIEGA SA  
Bahnhofstrasse 29  
CH-8810 Horgen, Switzerland  
Tel.: +41 1 725 90 42  
Fax: +41 1 725 91 92  
Subject to modification, in particular technical modifications  
All specifications without guarantee  
CONFORMS TO  
UL STD. 6500  
CERTIFIED TO  
CAN/CSA STD. E60065  
 

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