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sub8 Sealed Powered Subwoofer
SEALED POWERED SUBWOOFER
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Important Safety Precautions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a 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 ampliers)
that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding–type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not t in your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power–supply cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments / accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power–supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, the
apparatus does not operate normally, or the apparatus has
been dropped.
• Apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
• An appliance input coupler is used as the disconnect device
— the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Batteries or battery packs shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
• Maintain minimum distances around the apparatus for
sucient ventilation: — the ventilation should not be
impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items
such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
• No open–ame sources such as lit candles should be placed
on the apparatus.
• Use this apparatus in moderate climates.
This equipment is Class II
FCC Warnings
• Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
FCC Notice:
• 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.
Industry Canada Notice:
• Complies with CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B)
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
The lightning ash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
of the presence of non-insulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
ATTENTION
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user of the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying
the apparatus.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE BACK PANEL.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the sub8 sealed powered subwoofer. sub8 was designed to
augment the bass performance of your speakers in a stereo setup or in a home theater
installation.
Adding a subwoofer to your system extends the bass response produced by your
existing speakers and improves their midrange clarity. In a home theater application, the
subwoofer takes care of reproducing signals from the low frequency eects channel. In
a stereo system, the subwoofer helps reduce the low-frequency demands on the main
speakers.
We recommend you read all instructions carefully before using the sub8 and keep them
for future reference. Kanto cannot be liable for damage or injury caused by incorrect
setup or use of this product.
This powered subwoofer was carefully tested and inspected during production, and
before packaging and shipping. After unpacking, please check for any damage. It is
rare that a unit is damaged during shipping, but if this happens contact your retailer
immediately. You can also contact Kanto directly:
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Front & Rear Panels
1 8” Paper Cone Driver
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FRONT PANEL
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Front & Rear Panels
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1
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5
4
3
REAR PANEL
1 Volume Knob
2 Low-Pass Filter Frequency Control
3 Standby Power
4 Phase Switch
5 Line Level Input
6 ON / OFF Switch
7 AC Input Connection (100 V - 240 V)
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Setting Up and Connecting your Subwoofer
Ensure that the ON/OFF Switch is in the OFF position before connecting any component.
To some degree, positioning the subwoofer is less critical because it produces only non-
directional low-frequency sounds. However, best results are obtained if the subwoofer
is placed either between the left and right speakers or in the vicinity of either the left
channel or right channel speaker.
As with all speakers, moving the sub8 very close to room boundaries will enhance
the bass frequencies but will tend to muddy the sound. Room characteristics and
positioning have a profound eect on the performance of the subwoofer, so time and
eort devoted to achieving the optimum operating position will be rewarded.
In a typical full range application using one subwoofer like the sub8 thru a single wire
connection, you can connect to either the Left or Right Line Level Input. Connect your
stereo component such as powered speakers with subwoofer output (e.g. YU, YU2, YU4,
YU6), power or integrated ampliers with preamplier output , or multi-channel home
theater receivers with subwoofer output. If your components are equipped with both
L/R subwoofer outputs or L/R preamplier outputs, we recommend connecting the
component to the sub8 by using both Left and Right Line Level Input channels.
The Low-Pass Filter Control is used to set the upper limit of the frequencies that sub8
will reproduce, typically within the range of 40Hz-120Hz. Refer to your manufacturer’s
information for the cut-o frequency of your main speakers.
The Phase Switch is normally set to 0°. If the sub8 is positioned signicantly farther from
the main speakers or if the subwoofer is used in a stereo setup where the amplier
driving the main speakers inverts the phase signal, the 180° setting may be desirable.
Listen with the switch in both positions and select the setting that gives the fullest
sound. If in doubt, or if there is little dierence, leave the switch set to 0°.
Follow the instructions on the following page to connect your components to sub8. The
examples are not meant to be exhaustive - just examples.
ATTENTION
When connecting audio cables the ON/OFF Switch must be turned OFF. After connecting all cables, the unit can be
turned ON.
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HOME THEATER RECEIVER
AMPLIFIER
−
Volume
+
OFF
U
AUX INPUT
+
-
FRONT
CENTER
COMPONENT AUDIO
AUDIO
SUB
WOOFER
VIDEO
SURROUND
REAR SURROUND
R RR L L
R L
L
SPEAKERS
L R
PRE-OUT
SUB
WOOFER
Sub Out
Sub Out
Setting up and Connecting your Subwoofer
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Audio Troubleshooting Guide
Frequently asked questions about Kanto’s sub8.
• Ensure the power cable is connected to the
subwoofer and power outlet.
• Ensure that the power outlet is providing power.
• Verify that the power switch on the rear of the
subwoofer is in the “On” position.
• Check the fuse on the rear panel of the subwoofer to
ensure it’s intact.
• Check that the RCA cable connected to and from the
subwoofer is rmly seated. Try a dierent cable or
source to isolate the issue.
• Make sure the subwoofer is connected to a power
outlet and is set to “On” or “Auto”.
• Increase the volume of the subwoofer.
• Ensure audio source is playing audio.
• Check that the audio cable connected to the source
is rmly connected. Test another audio cable if
available.
• Verify that the volume of the subwoofer is not at it’s
minimum level.
• Ensure you are using an RCA to RCA subwoofer
cable.
• Verify if the noise is coming from the source by
removing the source from the subwoofer.
• Make sure it is not a power issue by trying a power
outlet that is on a dierent circuit.
• Check that the audio cable connected to and from
the source is rmly seated. Try a dierent cable or
source to isolate the issue.
• Set the source of the volume to a higher level and
reduce the volume of the subwoofer. Low source
volume can negatively aect dynamic range.
• Test a dierent song or source to isolate the issue.
• Adjust crossover to match the rest of the system.
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6.
1.
5.
4.
3.
The green light on the rear of the sub-
woofer is illuminated but there’s no audio
playing.
You are experiencing buzzing, hissing or
distortion.
None of the lights on the rear of the
subwoofer are illuminated.
There’s no audio coming from an attached
subwoofer.
You are experiencing poor audio quality.
Subwoofer is going into standby while
listening to audio.
• Set the volume of the source to its highest level. Low
source volume can inadvertently trigger standby
mode.
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Specications
Woofer 8” paper cone
Amplier Type Class D
Power Output 300 W peak power
(150 W total RMS)
Frequency Response 35 Hz – 175 Hz
Low-Pass Filter 40 Hz - 120 Hz
Phase Switch 0º and 180º
Inputs 1 x RCA (L/R)
Input Voltage / Frequency AC 100 V - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Standby Power Consumption < 0.5 W
Dimensions 11" W x 11" D x 11.9" H
(28 x 28 x 30.3 cm)
Net Weight 18.3 lb (8.3 kg)
Gross Weight (boxed) 22.5 lb (10.2 kg)
Shipping Box Dimmensions 15.2" W x 15.2" D x 15.9" H
(38.5 x 38.5 x 40.5 cm)
NOTICE: This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This
label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste.
It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.
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Limited Warranty to Original Purchaser
Kanto Living Inc. (Kanto) warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material for the limited
warranty period of 2 years.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Kanto is notied within 2 years from the date of shipment with
proof of original invoice from an authorized reseller, Kanto will, at its option, provide replacement parts or replace
the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or
modications. Any replacement parts or replacement units are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment to the
original purchaser.
Customers will be responsible for obtaining a Return Authorization Number and paying shipping costs to return product
to a Kanto location or authorized depot. If the equipment is covered under the warranty provisions above, Kanto will
replace parts or provide a replacement unit, and be responsible for shipping costs to the customer. Please keep the
original packaging to prevent damage to the product during shipping. Insuring your shipment is also recommended.
The information in the manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, Kanto assumes
no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in the manual. In no event will Kanto be liable for direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the equipment, even if advised of
the possibility of such damages. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty, including any warranty of merchantability and tness for any particular purpose, all of
which are expressly disclaimed.
