Atlantic Technology PBM2 Manuals

PBM2 Powered Bass Module with Priority Auto-Sensing Safety Precautions CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. is device generates a fair amount of heat. Make sure nothing blocks the ventilation to the rear panel of the unit. e lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral tri- angle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu- lated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons. e exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating main- tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. e contents of this manual are Copyright © 2016 by Atlantic Technology International, Corp., and may not be duplicated or reproduced by any means, whether physical, electronic or oth- erwise without prior written consent from Atlantic Technology International, Corp. Atlantic Technology and the Atlantic Technology logo are registered trade- marks of Atlantic Technology International, Corp. Specifications are those in effect at the time of printing. Atlantic Technology International, Corp. reserves the right to change specifications or designs at any time without notice without obligation to modify existing units. FCC Compliance is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) 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. is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. is equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the in- structions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How- ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not recom- mended. e antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Troubleshooting Guide Once your subwoofer is set up, you should have many years of maintenance free enjoyment from your system. However, if you should encounter a problem, refer to the following guide to help you find the solution. If a problem persists, you should contact your local author- ized Atlantic Technology dealer. Problem Solutions Package Content NOTE: Please contact Customer Service if any of these items are missing. Your PBM2 Powered Bass Module ships with this Instruction Manual and the following items: PBM2 Powered Bass Module with Priority Auto-Sensing Congratulations on your new Atlantic Technology PBM2. e PBM2 features some in- novative features not typically found on a powered subwoofer. Please read this set up guide to be sure of trouble free operation. Priority Auto-Sensing (PAS) and Source Selection e PBM2 has a Priority Auto-sensing circuit that will allow you hands-free operation. It works by looking for a signal on the “A” or “priority” input. Any time there is audio going to the A input the PBM2 will select that input. In addition the PBM2 has a delay before switching from the “A” input to the “B” input. is is to ensure the PBM2 does not switch during loading screens, quiet passages during films, any delays in streaming content or the quiet pause before a commercial break. e delay is approximately 15-20 seconds long. If you want to use the “B” input, you should either mute or turn off the device plugged into the “A” input. If you are sending audio to the “B” input and you wish to switch to the “A” input simply unmute or turn on the second audio device. e PBM2 will instantly switch back to the “A” input. Controlling the Volume Level To further simplify operation the PBM2 does not have a main volume control. Instead you can use the TV or mobile device volume control. Bass and Treble e PBM2 has a bass volume control and a high frequency level control. We realize not every room will sound the same and not every person has the same taste in how their system sounds. To balance the bass first use a good music source. Now turn the volume on the mobile device or TV up to slightly above your normal listening levels. Now use the Bass knob on the back of the PBM2 to increase or lower the bass from the subwoofer. Now you can turn down the volume using the TV remote or your phone/tablet. e high frequency level control allows you to adjust the treble of your le and right speakers. e control will alter the output from about 10k up. You can increase or de- crease the treble by as much as 5db. To maximize the bass output, check out the Atlantic Technology website in the learning center for "speaker placement guide" Speaker Output In addition to the 130 watt subwoofer amp, the PBM2 also features a two channel 40w amp to power a pair of speakers like the LCR2 or LCR3. ese speakers should have an impedance of no less than 4 ohms. Blue Tooth e PBM2 also includes an optional BTR Bluetooth receiver. e amp features a con- venient 5v USB connection for the BTR. Do not use this to charge mobile devices or connect to a computer as damage may result to one or more device. To use the BTR simply plug the BTR into the PBM2 amp and use the supplied right angle 3.5mm to 3.5mm connection. e device should appear as "Atlantic Tech BTR" in the pair menus on your mobile device. Connections We have included a variety of connection options. Please examine the connections dia- gram for more information. Specifications • Bass Driver: 6.9˝ composite Poly/paper • Subwoofer Amp: 130 watts into 4 ohms • Distortion: <0.4% • Frequency Response: 35hz to 200hz • HF Control: ±5db @20k, ±3db @15k • Speaker Output: 40w x2 into 4 ohms • Inputs: 2x 3.5mm analog • Dims: 15˝ x 7.75˝ x 9˝ (381mm x 196mm x 228mm) • Weight: 13 pounds (5.9 kg) Safety Instructions • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s in- structions. • Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appa- ratus that produce heat. • Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when used for long periods of time. • Refer all servicing to qualified services person- nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power- supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the ap- paratus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. • Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper ad- justment of other controls may result in dam- age and will oen require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation. • Damage Requiring Service. Unplug the appa- ratus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the fol- lowing conditions: When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged; If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the appara- tus; If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water; If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating instruc- tions; If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and; When the appara- tus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. • Object and Liquid Entry. Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through open- ings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. e apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit. • e power supply and power cord for this ap- paratus is intended for indoor use only. • Only use the included A/C adaptor a. Check power cord is correctly plugged in to the wall and the unit. b. Turn the PBM2 on. a. Check the source for mute or volume level. b. Check speaker connections at both the PBM2 and the speakers. a. Check the bass volume control on the PBM2. PBM2 LEDs are not lit. PBM2 has no output, LEDs are green. PBM2 is on, LED is green and source is OK, but there is no bass.