Operation Manual

Hint: There may be a tendency to set the crossover point too high and the volume of the Sub-Bass System

too low when ﬁrst learning how to integrate a REL with the system, the fear being one of overwhelming the

main speakers with bass. But in doing so, the resul"ng set-up will be lacking in bass depth and dynamics.

The proper crossover point and volume se#ng will increase overall dynamics, allow for extended bass

frequencies, and improve soundstage proper"es. Note, volume must be adjusted in conjunc"on with crossover

changes. In general, when selec"ng a lower crossover point, more volume may need to be applied.

For Dolby Digital AC3 or other 5.1 theater systems, once the standard set-up for two-channel outlined

above is complete, the LFE output from the processor or receiver should be connected to the .1/LFE input

and appropriate volume adjustments made using the .1/LFE LEVEL control. For this conﬁguraon, you must

set the processor to the “large” or “full range” seng for the le and right speakers in order for the REL to

receive the bass signal via the high-level cable. In this conﬁguraon, the REL provides support for both the

le and right speakers for two-channel listening, and support for the LFE when movies are playing. Most

processors will allow you to defeat the subwoofer output when listening in the two-channel mode. The

eﬀect of this set-up is one of greatly increased dynamics in the mid-bass range, no bass bloat, and a greater

degree of space and ming from the special audio eﬀects.

While slightly more complicated than the basic REL Theater Reference scheme, use of three RELs produces a

number of noteworthy beneﬁts and proves the most cost eﬀecve method of achieving professional Dolby 5.1

standard bass performance. REL Theater Reference 3D Bass™ produces true full range performance from

the three primary zones of reproducon in theater sound resulng in a far more natural and immersive

experience than ANY single sub can produce.

1 The main L/R speakers should be connected to the primary REL using REL Theater Reference connecon.

This unit forms the foundaon of your theater system’s performance and so should be perfectly

matched to one’s main speakers.

REL Theater Reference 3D Bass™

REL Theater Reference™ Home Cinema Applicaons