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How can I connect my active subwoofer to a stereo amplifier?

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Your subwoofer possesses a left and a right high-level input and you will need an appropriately long and thick normal loudspeaker cable to connect to your amplifier. Either connect the subwoofer to the same output terminals to which your speakers are connected. Doing so will mean that the speakers and the subwoofer will run in parallel in the low-bass range. Due to the fact that the subwoofer is high-ohmic, this will cause no problems where impedances are concerned.
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How do you connect a subwoofer to a stereo?

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Many subwoofers contain their own amplifier and crossover. For these, take the preamp output and feed it into the subwoofer amp input and also into the main amplifier. For other subwoofers, just run them in parallel with your main speakers, or combine them into your system with your own bass amplifier and crossover. Some A/V receivers contain a splitter specifically for use with subwoofers.
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d -How do I connect and set up a stereo cabinet with my amplifier/amplifiers?

Marshall Amps :: Frequently Asked Questions
If you are connecting a stereo amplifier or two different amplifiers to a stereo cabinet make sure the impedance and power handling of the cabinet matches your amplifier/amplifiers. If you are using our standard 4x12" this has two sockets and a selector switch on the back, setting this switch to stereo splits the cabinet into right & left. The two sockets will now have an impedance of 8 ohms with a power handling depending on the cabinet you have.
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Which should I use with my subwoofer, a mono or stereo cable?

HSU FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
The vast majority of people should use a mono cable (connect it to the SUBWOOFER or LFE output on your receiver). Use stereo cables only with 2-channel stereo preamps.
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Why do my m-cube speakers have to be connected to the active subwoofer rather than the amplifier?

Mission - FAQ
The M-cube active subwoofer acts in 3 different ways. Firstly, it acts as an amplifying device for all those low frequency effects (LFE) that you feel rather than hear and does this via an RCA phono lead. Secondly, by means of the umbilical cable, it amplifies all the channel specific information that the m-cube satellite speakers cannot reproduce simply because of their small size.
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How can I connect my passive subwoofer to a Dolby Digital amplifier?

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Your passive subwoofer is suitable for reproducing lowest frequencies and may be used both in normal stereo and in home cinema systems. When using it with a stereo amplifier, connect the amplifier's outputs to the subwoofer's inputs. Use loudspeaker cables with a thickness of between 2.5 to 4 mm² depending on the length required. Make sure that the poles on the connections are correct and that the channels have been properly assigned. Connect the subwoofer's outputs to the satellites.
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How can I drive a pair of speakers and a subwoofer with a single car audio amplifier?

Amplifiers - FAQ
One of the keys to getting the most out of your audio investment is choosing gear that will go to work for you now, and won't become obsolete as your system grows. Most car audio amplifiers boast a design flexible enough to keep them in the game as your set-up expands. If you go with a 4-channel amplifier, powering a pair of front speakers and a subwoofer is a breeze. You'll simply want to run your amp in what we call "true" 3-channel mode.
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What is a subwoofer?

HSU FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A subwoofer is a specialized speaker responsible for the most difficult duty in home theater. It produces the very deep, room shaking notes that add a magical effect and balance the sound. This requires providing lots of power to fill a room with sound, and large mechanical motions of the subwoofer. When you hear about Dolby 5.1, the ".1" refers to the subwoofer's special role in a surround sound system consisting of five speakers and (at least) one subwoofer.
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The 990 has two "subwoofer out" jacks. Are they dual or stereo?

Outlaw Audio
The subwoofer outputs are dual mono, since low frequency information is mixed as a non-directional, mono signal.
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What is the best subwoofer? (or deck, or amplifier, or equalizer, etc)?

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There is no firm answer. But it is a great way to tell if you are dealing with a professional sales person. Why? Because the correct answer is; The (component) that sounds best to YOU is the best. As long as you stick with a quality brand with a solid track record and warranty, buy what sounds best to you! It just makes sense!
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How do I connect a powered subwoofer?

Energy Speakers
Connecting a powered subwoofer is extremely simple. Most of today's digital home theater receivers or processors have a dedicated "Subwoofer Output" connection (RCA or Low-Level). Simply connect a male to male RCA connector from the output on your receiver/processor to the subwoofer input on the subwoofer. If your receiver/processor does not have a subwoofer output, using speaker wire (high-level) from the Front Left and Front Right amplifier outputs is recommended.
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Why are there 4 RCA inputs on the back of my stereo amplifier ?

Simaudio FAQ
There's one pair (2) of RCA inputs per channel multiplied by 2 channels, resulting in a total of 4 inputs.   One input on each of the channels is clearly marked "+" and the other is "-".   Normally you should use the "+" inputs and leave the "dummy" terminators inserted into the "-" inputs.   However, in the event that your preamplifier inverts phase, as is the case with certain preamplifiers, then you should use the "-" inputs and "dummy" terminate the "+" inputs.
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I want to connect my own amplifier, where is the AS2/AS3/ES52/ES53 amplifier?

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The amplifier is mounted by the front passengers feet (left hand drive) or drivers feet (right hand drive), below the A pillar near the wheel. The wires from the head unit and battery connect to the amplifier using one big connector. The balanced low level signals should be twisted. The big connector has two rows of pins. The first row starts with two large red wires and is numbered 1 through 20. The second row starts with two large black wires and is numbered 21 through 39.
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How do I connect my iPod up to my home stereo?

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Easy, all you need is a cord that is has two RCA connectors on one side and an 1/8th inch jack on the other. You can buy one at Radio Shack. You can get the fancy one that says it is for iPods for $30, or one that does the same thing but does not say iPod on it for $6 bucks.
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Apple - iPod - FAQ
Yes. Third-party stereo adapters are available for listening to your iPod music library using home stereo speakers. Compatible devices must be self-powered and support audio output through a 3.5-mm headphone jack. For optimal sound quality when using external speakers, set the iPod volume at less than half the maximum output and adjust your listening volume through your stereo controls. This prevents overamplification, which can cause distortion and reduced audio quality.
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Can the VSX 7000s subwoofer be used on my home stereo system?

Polycom VSX 7000s FAQ
No. The subwoofer is designed specifically for the VSX 7000s unit and will not function when attached to other equipment.
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How do I bridge my Class A/B stereo amplifier?

MTX Mobile Audio - Frequently Asked Questions
When bridging an amplifier, there are a few things you would want to check before you connect the amp to the subwoofers. First, check the minimum load the amplifier is stable to when bridged, and make sure you do not exceed the minimum load. Most MTX amplifiers bridge the same way, using the Left Positive (+) and Right Negative (“) terminals. However, some older models, like the Thunder 942, may use the Right Positive (+) and Left Negative (“) terminals when bridging.
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What happens on my stereo amplifier if my impedance loads don’t match?

Support - Face Audio
One channel would be working harder than the other, but that’s all. Too often with PA systems you will have to load the amplifier channels differently. But all bi-aural Face Audio amplifiers can be driven as two separate mono amps.
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How do I connect the digital box to my stereo TV and stereo VCR?

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Please click here for a detailed downloadable diagram. (The file size is 88 KB and the approximate download time is two seconds for a 56K modem). The diagram for download is in PDF format and requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader for viewing and printing.
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Can I connect iPod to my home stereo and car stereo?

iPod Accessories FAQs
Yes! iPod will sound great on your home stereo and your car stereo. The only thing is that you must make use of iPod car accessory in order to connect to the amplifiers and speakers of your car stereo. iPod accessories are to be used while connecting the iPod to the home stereo too. These iPod accessories can be available in all car stereos or home stereo stores. We have a wide selection available for you to chose from.
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What wiring do I need to connect up my amplifier? Is any of it supplied with the amplifier?

Kenwood car amplifier
Kenwood amplifiers do not include the wiring necessary to connect them up. However, the wiring required is completely standard and can be obtained from audio shops as well as this website. You need enough power cable to run from your car battery's positive terminal through the engine bay to the amplifier. Make sure you fit an in-line fuse or circuit breaker near the battery. Without one, an accidental short circuit could damage your amplifier, not to mention the possible fire hazard.
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How do I connect a wireless system to my home stereo?

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Connecting a wireless system directly to your home stereo system is not recommended, because the voltage provided by the wireless system may not be strong enough to drive the input on your home stereo system. Most home stereo system’s line level RCA inputs require a minimum voltage of 300 mV, while the balanced and unbalanced outputs on all Audio-Technica wireless systems are providing much less.
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How do I connect QChord to stereo speakers?

FAQs All about the QChord
The sound quality QChord delivers through its built-in mono speaker and bass port system is impressive. But you'll be truly amazed when you hear it in stereo. To connect to your own stereo system, you need a QChord Stereo Cable. Note that you are supposed to connect to your stereo amplifier, not directly to the stereo speakers.
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How do I connect my computer to my Sony changers and stereo system?

TitleTrack Jukebox Frequently Asked Questions
When you purchase the "TitleTrack Jukebox Complete Package," you get most of the cables and other hardware required to connect an available USB port on your computer to your Sony changers and stereo system. You will need to purchase a USB to RS232 adapter.
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How do I connect my stereo or tape deck to my computer?

Frequently Asked Questions
To do this you need a cord that will go between the two. The cord should have an 1/8 inch plug on one end and a stereo RCA adapter on the other.
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How do I connect my iPod to my car stereo?

iPod FAQ
There are several different accessories for this, including adapters designed just for the iPod, auxiliary input adapters, cassette adapters, and FM modulators and transmitters. For help finding the right accessories for you and your car, check out our guide to listening to your iPod in the car. back to top
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Can I connect the Jukebox to my stereo or home theater?

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Yes, the jukebox has a line output on the back panel. You can find a suitable cable in our online store by clicking here.
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