VAS12SUB / VAS15SUB VAS18SUB SHAKER SUBWOOFER SYSTEMS
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CAUTION RISK OF ELECTIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 1. Please read these intructions carefully before attempting to install and operate this unit. Safety Precautions Package Contents Your Shaker DJ Subwoofer was carefully packaged to ensure a safe and secure transport to its destination. Please review the contents of the package and make sure you have received all the items included with your system. 2.
Features Overview Features Overview Input Terminal Plate VAS12SUB, VAS15SUB, VAS18SUB Speakon Cable Connectors Input Terminal 1/4” TS Jack Connectors Rear Binding Posts Speakon Cable Connectors - Two connectors are featured which are wired in parallel. Use one connector to connect to the amplifier and use the second connector to tap into the signal to drive another subwoofer. 35 mm Pole Socket 1/4” TS Jack Connectors - Two connectors are featured which are wired in parallel.
Getting Started Installation Subwoofer & Loudspeaker Placement Step 1 The Shaker DJ Series Subwoofers were designed to sit on a solid flat surface. Carefully run the speaker wires or cable from the amplifier up to the location of the subwoofer. • Follow the user guide installation procedures to install your Shaker DJ Subwoofer into your own sound system. • Place the subwoofer cabinet on a solid level surface where it cannot be toppled or tilted.
Installation Step 2 - Speaker Wire Connections WARNING! To prevent electrical shock hazard, always switch off the amplifier when making connections to the subwoofer. Installation Option 2 (1/4” TS Jack Connection) If using 1/4” TS jack speaker cable(s), plug the jack into one of the 1/4” jack connectors. Option 1 (Binding Post Connection) 1- Strip off 1/2 inch of insulation from the ends of each speaker wire to expose the two conductors, and tightly twist the wire strands.
Making Your Own Connectors 1/4” TS Jack Connectors Speakon Connectors 1. Strip off 1/2 inch of insulation from the ends of each speaker wire to expose the two conductors, and tightly twist the wire strands. 1. Strip off 1/2 inch of insulation from the ends of each speaker wire to expose the two conductors, and tightly twist the wire strands. 2. Disassemble the 1/4” TS Jack connector by separating the shield barrel from the tip sleeve and insert the speaker wire through the shield barrel. 2.
Tips Subwoofer Configurations Subwoofer Power Requirements Single Subwoofer Operation The following guidelines will assist you in selecting the appropriate amplifier for your subwoofer(s) to maintain a safe level of operation. • For clear, high quality performances where distortion should be at its minimum, the subwoofer(s) should be powered with an amplifier capable of delivering twice its power rating. (ex.
Subwoofer Configurations Parallel Subwoofer Connections Single Loudspeaker & Subwoofer Operation 1/4” TS Jack Plug Input CH 1 Output Subwoofer 1 Input Subwoofer 2 CH 2 Speakon Quick-Connect Stereo with Subwoofer Operation Input CH 1 CH 2 Bridge Mono Operation Output Subwoofer 1 Left 16 Input Subwoofer 2 Right 17
Parallel Subwoofer Connections Troubleshooting No audio when subwoofer is connected • • • Daisy Chained Subwoofers • • Make sure the mute is off. Ensure volume and all gain controls in your system are turned up. Check if speaker wire connections have been interrupted and make sure they have a solid connection to the speaker terminals on the amplifier and enclosure. Check if all line level cables are carrying a signal. Make sure all relevant channels are turned on.
Specifications Specifications VAS12SUB VAS18SUB Loudspeaker Type Low Frequency Transducer Loudspeaker Type Low Frequency Transducer Low Frequency Driver 12” High Output Subwoofer Low Frequency Driver 18” High Output Subwoofer Frequency Response 35 Hz - 300 Hz Frequency Response 35 Hz - 300 Hz Total Power (RMS) 500 Watts Total Power (RMS) 1000 Watts Total Power (Peak) 1000 Watts Total Power (Peak) 2000 Watts Impedance 8 Ohms Impedance 8 Ohms Sensitivity 98 dB Sensitivity 103 dB
Limited Warranty Agreement Your product is covered by a limited warranty by VM Audio as established below: Electronics Limited Warranty Products purchased from an Authorized VM Audio Dealer are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase under normal usage. Products that are identified as “refurbished” have a limited warranty of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.
