PB16-Ultra cover OWNER’S MANUAL
Congratulations on bringing home the finest subwoofer ever made! The flagship SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer embodies all of the technology and engineering advancements made since we developed our first subwoofer nearly two decades ago. You can feel proud knowing your SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer was masterfully engineered to deliver the deepest, most dynamic, accurate and detailed bass experience possible.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 174.5 lbs (79.2 kg) Dimensions (w/ grill): 25” H X 21.7” W X 30.9” D Amplifier Power: 1,500 watts continuous power / 5,160 watts peak dynamic power Driver Design: • Proprietary 16” Driver with finely tuned Overhung Motor Configuration • 63.9lb (29kg) Woofer with 56.2lb (25.5kg) for the motor • Overhung 82mm xmax precision aligned excursion Best-in-class SVS three-port design (3.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES AMPLIFIER FEATURES • Triumphantly powerful Sledge 1500 watt continuous Class D design with 5,160 watts of Peak Power. • Unmatched intelligence from user adjustable low pass, phase, polarity and room gain compensation with three parametric EQs and port tuning (Ported models only) for absolute best alignment with speakers and optimized performance in any room.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications & Features............................................................................................................ 2 Connecting Your Subwoofer........................................................................................................ 5 AC Power Connection............................................................................................................ 6 Line Level Connection – Single LFE Channel...............................
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER The SVS PB16-Ultra is designed for easy set-up and integration in both multi-channel home theater and two-channel (stereo) systems. It is best to familiarize yourself with the subwoofer connections and the rear panel of your AV receiver or preamplifier before setting your subwoofer up. Be sure your PB16-Ultra is switched to Off before plugging it in or connecting to your AV receiver.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER AC Power Connection Connect the subwoofer power cord to the subwoofer amplifier and directly into an AC outlet. Convenience outlets located on the rear panel of some AV receivers or pre/pros are NOT recommended for your PB16-Ultra as these outlets are not meant for high power devices.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Line Level Connection – Stereo Receiver or Preamplifier Left/Right Channels (cont’d) RECEIVER/PREAMP LINE LEVEL OUTPUTS REAR FRONT L R Enable and adjust the on-board low pass filter of the PB16-Ultra for a smooth blend with the main speakers. NOTE: For additional guidance on speaker/subwoofer crossover settings, please consult our Sound Experts or our Merlin subwoofer matching tool at www.svsound.con/merlin. www.svsound.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Connecting Multiple Subwoofers or “Going Dual” Running two or more subwoofers has many acoustic benefits such as: improved frequency response throughout the listening area, fewer peaks and nulls, increased output and decreased bass localization. The RCA and XLR Outputs provide an easy way to integrate multiple PB16-Ultras or other subwoofers into your audio system. Many AV Receivers and Surround Processors have more than one subwoofer output.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Connecting Multiple Subwoofers or “Going Dual” (cont’d) In a 2-channel system you can set up Stereo Subwoofers, where one is used for the Left Channel and one for the Right Channel. Typically, the subwoofers will be symmetrically placed according to your speakers. And be sure to maintain all the correct Left and Right output and input connections to ensure optimum performance.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Control Settings for AV Receiver & Processor If using your PB16-Ultra subwoofer with an AV Receiver or preamp with bass management, it is recommended to leave all control settings in the default position, aside from the volume, which allows you to adjust the level of output based on your personal preferences. Set the PB16-Ultra volume to -10 before running auto-set-up in the AV receiver/processor.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER ROOM PLACEMENT Placement of subwoofers is a process driven by competing variables that differ in every home. Décor, floor space, furniture, speaker placement, seating location, and of course, sound quality all factor into the decision of where a subwoofer should be placed. If you have flexibility, there’s an artistry to subwoofer placement that can be aided by understanding some basic acoustic principles and set-up techniques.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER ROOM PLACEMENT Front Placement Front of the room placement in between or just to the side of the front channel speakers is another common choice. Front of the room placement usually results in the best blending with the main speakers and center channel and minimizes localization effects. Side Wall Placement Side wall placement is less frequently used but can be an effective subwoofer location for excellent accuracy and output.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER ROOM PLACEMENT Dual Subwoofer Placement Based on our own extensive testing, and research done by the professional audio community, we recommend the following placement options for dual subwoofers: • Opposite diagonal front/rear corners. • Front stage in the corners. • At the mid-points of the side walls. • Front stage flanking the center channel to the inside of the main speakers.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER CONTROL OPTIONS Your SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer can be controlled from the new SVS Mobile App, an included IR Remote Control or via the front panel for unprecedented flexibility when optimizing performance for room layout, speakers, system set-up and more. SVS Bluetooth App Our groundbreaking SVS Subwoofer DSP app is available for free via the Apple® App® Store and Google Play™ Store. Just search “SVS App” and follow the prompts to download to your mobile device.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER ADVANCED SUBWOOFER CONTROLS Volume Setting the level too high will cause the bass to seem bloated and is the single most common cause of bad sounding subwoofers. A rule of thumb is that the subwoofer should not draw attention to itself, but should simply make the systems low end seem more extended and accurate. Different content has different levels of output so adjust volume based on source material and your personal preference.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Presets Allows up to three pre-saved settings for movie, music and custom. This enables easy switching to optimize your PB16-Ultra’s output and settings based on your specific listening preferences with different kinds of content. If using the SVS App, these presets can be renamed as desired.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER ADVANCED CONTROLS FEATURE TABLE FEATURE OPTIONS & RANGES FEATURE RANGE / OPTION Volume -60dB – 0dB (1dB/step) Low Pass Filter LP Frequency: LP Slope: Phase 0° – 180° (1degree/step) Polarity Positive (+) / Negative (-) Parametric EQ PEQ Frequency: PEQ Boost: PEQ Q Factor: 20, 22, 25, 28, 30 – 200Hz (1Hz/step) -12.0 – 6.0dB (0.1dB/step) 0.2 – 10.0 (0.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER IR REMOTE AND FRONT CONTROL FLOW CHART VOLUME V -20dB LP FILT LP OFF LP FREQ LPF 80Hz LP ON LP SLOPE LPS 12dB PEQ1 PEQX OFF FREQ PNF 50Hz PEQ2 PEQX ON BOOST PNB 0.0dB Q FACTOR PNQ 1.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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 instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/ button cell battery. if the coin/buton cell battery is swallowed, it can cause internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. if the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER FCC & IC COMPLIANCE FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
PB16-Ultra SUBWOOFER CLEANING & CABINET CARE INSTRUCTIONS Your SVS Subwoofer may be gently cleaned as follows: • Use a dry microfiber duster to remove any loose surface dust. • Use a water-damp microfiber cloth to remove fingerprints, smudges and other contaminants. Wipe in one direction only, with the grain if applicable. • Follow any damp cleaning immediately with a dry microfiber cloth. Again dry wipe in one direction only, with the grain if applicable.
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SUBWOOFER (SUB1) CENTER LINE LEVEL OUTPUTS RECEIVER/PREAMP REAR FRONT Line Level Connection – Single LFE Channel (877) 626-5623 | custservice@svsound.com | www.svsound.com Our Sound Experts are standing by to help with subwoofer placement, installation, calibration, AV receiver settings, room rattle and anything else you need advice about.
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