OWNER’S MANUAL S P E A K E R S PRIME TOWER PRIME BOOKSHELF PRIME SATELLITE PRIME CENTER
Thank you, and congratulations on purchasing your new SVS Prime Speaker! All it takes is one listen to the Prime Speakers to understand just how much passion SVS poured into the development of this new family of loudspeakers. Leveraging design and technology from the SVS Ultra Speaker family, the Prime Speakers feature premium drivers and high-quality crossover components simply not found anywhere else at this level.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS FOOT OPTIONS ACOUSTICS & ROOM PLACEMENT ROOM PLACEMENT SPEAKER MOUNTING SPEAKER CONNECTION CARING FOR YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS WARRANTY SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS PRIME TOWER PRIME BOOKSHELF PRIME CENTER PRIME SATELLITE 2 3 3 4 6 8 9 10 10 10 11 11 12 13 14
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS FOOT OPTIONS The Prime Tower speakers come packaged with two sets of foot support options that allow optimal placement on a variety of floor substrates. The Elastomer Isolation feet that come pre-installed on the Prime Towers can be removed (unscrew to remove) and replaced with the included Threaded Metal Spike kit. Both sets of feet are threaded to allow easy leveling of the Prime Towers if they should stand on an uneven surface.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS ACOUSTICS & ROOM PLACEMENT Front Left/Right Loudspeaker Placement and Room Acoustics: Proper placement of the front left/right speakers is essential to achieve the smoothest frequency response, optimal stereo imaging and the most spacious, three-dimensional soundstage. Stereo imaging and soundstage are affected by loudspeaker location and the listening position, relative to each other and room boundaries.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS ACOUSTICS & ROOM PLACEMENT Toeing-in the loudspeakers 5-10 degrees can often improve imaging, however this is also a function of the distance from nearby boundaries and the ratio of directto-reflected sound, so experimentation with toe-in is recommended to obtain optimal results.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS ROOM PLACEMENT (cont’d) Surround Speakers In a 5-channel system, the side surround speakers should be located 90-110 degrees off-axis. For the best sense of spaciousness, the tweeter height should be about 2 feet above ear level. In a 7.1 system, dedicated rear surround speakers are placed behind the primary seating position for enhanced rear panning effects. Place the rear surround speakers at 135-150 degrees off-axis, relative to the primary seating position.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS ROOM PLACEMENT (cont’d) Wide Speaker Channels The wide speaker channels are intended to be placed between the main front speakers and the side surround speakers. The goal of the wide speaker is to minimize any gaps in panning and imaging between the front main speakers and the side surround speakers and provide an additional sense of envelopment. The optimal location for the wide speakers is about 60 degrees off-axis, relative to the primary seating position.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS SPEAKER MOUNTING Wall-Mounting Your Prime Satellites Each Prime Satellite comes from the factory ready to be wall-mounted. The pre-installed keyhole bracket makes hanging your Prime Satellite a simple and convenient process. Simply attach a screw to your wall at the desired mounting location, and insert the keyhole bracket of the speaker over the head of the screw until the speaker rests securely in place.
SETTING UP YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS SPEAKER CONNECTION Connecting Your Speakers All Prime Speakers include terminals with convenient gold-plated 5-way binding posts, which will accept wires terminated with banana plugs, speaker pins, spade connectors and of course, bare wire. Simply attach each Prime Speaker to the appropriate amp channel of your receiver/power amplifier. To assure proper performance of your speakers, always be sure to maintain proper polarity between the speaker and the amplifier.
CARING FOR YOUR PRIME SPEAKERS Your Prime Speakers 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. • Follow any damp cleaning immediately with a dry microfiber cloth. Again dry wipe in one direction only. 5-YEAR UNCONDITIONAL WARRANTY SVS offers the industry's most comprehensive warranty on all our products.
PRIME SPEAKER FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. SVS IS CONSTANTLY WORKING TO IMPROVE OUR PRODUCTS AND GIVE YOU, THE CUSTOMER, THE BEST LISTENING EXPERIENCE FROM YOUR PURCHASE. PRIME TOWER Frequency Response and Electro-Acoustic Data: • Rated bandwidth: 30 Hz-25 kHz (+/-3 dB). • Nominal impedance: 8 ohms. • Sensitivity: 87 dB (2.83V @ 1 meter full-space, 300-3kHz). • Recommended amplifier power: 20-250 watts.
PRIME SPEAKER FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS PRIME BOOKSHELF Frequency Response and Electro-Acoustic Data: • Rated bandwidth: 48 Hz-25 kHz (+/-3 dB). • Nominal impedance: 8 ohms. • Sensitivity: 87 dB (2.83V @ 1 meter full-space, 300-3kHz). • Recommended amplifier power: 20-150 watts. Loudspeaker Physical Description: • Black ash and piano gloss black finish options. • 5-way binding posts. • 1.7” wide-flared rear-firing port. • Cloth grille with pin/cup retention system.
PRIME SPEAKER FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS PRIME CENTER Frequency Response and Electro-Acoustic Data: • Rated bandwidth: 48 Hz-25 kHz (+/-3 dB). • Nominal impedance: 8 ohms. • Sensitivity: 86 dB (2.83V @ 1 meter full-space, 300-3kHz). • Recommended amplifier power: 20-200 watts. Loudspeaker Physical Description: • Black ash and piano gloss black finish options. • 5-way binding posts. • Dual 1” wide-flared rear-firing ports. • Cloth grille with pin/cup retention system.
PRIME SPEAKER FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS PRIME SATELLITE Frequency Response and Electro-Acoustic Data: • Rated bandwidth: 69 Hz-25 kHz (+/-3 dB). • Nominal impedance: 8 ohms. • Sensitivity: 85 dB (2.83V @ 1 meter full-space, 300-3kHz). • Recommended amplifier power: 20-150 watts. Loudspeaker Physical Description: • Black ash and piano gloss black finish options. • 5-way binding posts. • 1” wide-flared rear-firing port. • Cloth grille with pin/cup retention system.
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SB-1000 Pro OWNER’S MANUAL
Congratulations on bringing home one of the finest subwoofers ever made! The SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer embodies all the technology and engineering advancements made since we developed our first subwoofer nearly two decades ago. You can feel proud knowing your SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer was masterfully engineered to deliver the deepest, most powerful, accurate and detailed bass experience possible.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER The SVS SB-1000 Pro 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 SB-1000 Pro is switched to Off before plugging it in or connecting to your AV receiver.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER 1 AC Power Cord Receptacle 2 On/Off Switch - Turns Subwoofer On/Off 3 3V-12V Trigger Input - This feature will automatically turn the subwoofer on/off when a signal is sent to the trigger input from another component in the system (typically the pre/pro or AV receiver). The other component in the system must be equipped with a trigger output feature and requires a TS 1/8” mono cable (pictured below).
SB-1000 Pro 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 SB-1000 Pro as these outlets are not meant for high power devices.
SB-1000 Pro 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 SB-1000 Pro for a smooth blend with the main speakers. NOTE: For additional guidance on speaker/subwoofer crossover settings, please consult our SVS Sound Experts or our Merlin subwoofer matching tool at www.svsound.com/merlin. www.svsound.
SB-1000 Pro 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 Outputs provide an easy way to integrate multiple SB-1000 Pros or other subwoofers into your audio system. Many AV Receivers and Surround Processors have more than one subwoofer output.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER CONNECTING & CONTROLLING YOUR SUBWOOFER Control Settings for AV Receiver & Processor If using your SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER CONTROL OPTIONS Your SVS SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer can be controlled from the new SVS Mobile App or via the rear panel for unprecedented flexibility when optimizing performance for room layout, speakers, system set-up and more. SVS Subwoofer App Our groundbreaking SVS Subwoofer DSP app is available for free via the Apple® App® Store, Google Play™ Store and Amazon Appstore. Just search “SVS App” and follow the prompts to download to your mobile device.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER ADVANCED SUBWOOFER CONTROLS Volume Adjust to make your system’s low end more powerful and extended while remaining accurate. The subwoofer should sound like it’s naturally adding bass for all the speakers without overly drawing attention to itself. Different content has different levels of output so it’s normal to adjust volume based on source material and your personal listening preferences.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER ADVANCED SUBWOOFER CONTROLS System Settings (SVS App Only) Allows you to make further customizations and reset your subwoofer to factory settings. Subwoofer Name Customize the name of your subwoofer for easy preset switching. Subwoofer Standby Choose whether to have your subwoofer in Auto, On (Default), or Trigger mode. Reset Resets SB-1000 Pro Subwoofer back to original Factory Settings.
SB-1000 Pro 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 – 200Hz (1Hz/step) -12.0 – 6.0dB (0.1dB/step) 0.2 – 10.0 (0.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro 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.
SB-1000 Pro SUBWOOFER CLEANING & CABINET CARE INTRUCTIONS 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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