Revel B15a User Manual

Revel Performa B15a SubwooferOwner’s Manual3 Oak Park, Bedford, MA, 01730-1413 USA | Telephone: 781-280-0300 | Fax: 781-280-0490 | www.revels

Figure 5. The Revel PerformaB15a subwoofer adjustable spikefooting.To adjust the spike footing:1. Place the B15a on its side on a soft towel or carp

Figure 6. Typical placement of aRevel Performa B15asubwoofer in an average-sizedroom. PLACEMENTDue to the long wavelengths being reproduced, low-frequ

Figure 7. Preferred placement oftwo B15a subwoofers in a cornerof a larger room. Figure 8. Alternate placement oftwo B15as in opposite corners. Ifthe

Figure 9. The B15a’s rear panellayout shows locations ofcontrols, as well as audioand power connectors.REAR PANEL LAYOUT 1EQ1~EQ3 Controls: Three para

REAR PANEL LAYOUT(Continued) 6Fused power connector for (enclosed) detachable IEC powercord. If needed, replace the fuse with same type, as follows: •

Figure 10. How to connect theRevel Performa B15a subwoofer to a stereo preamplifier and the mainpower amplifier.REVEL PERFORMA B15a SUBWOOFERAND ASTER

Figure 11. How to connect theRevel Performa B15a subwooferto a home theater multi-channelcontroller using the controller’scrossover.CONNECTIONS (Conti

Figure 12. How to connect theRevel Performa B15a subwoofer to a home theatermulti-channel controller usingthe Revel Performa B15a sub-woofer’s interna

Figure 13. How to connect theRevel Performa B15asubwoofer without a high-passcrossover.CONNECTIONS (Continued)REVEL PERFORMA B15a SUBWOOFER WITHOUTHIG

Figure 14. How to connectmultiple Revel PerformaB15asubwoofers.REVEL PERFORMA B15a SUBWOOFERS INMULTIPLE OPERATIONMultiple B15a subwoofers (using thei

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.REVEL PERFORMA B15aOwner’s Manual2CAUTIONRISK OF

Figure 15. How to connect twoRevel Performa B15asubwoofers for stereo bass.CONNECTIONS (Continued)REVEL PERFORMA B15a SUBWOOFERS ANDSTEREO BASSTwo B15

SYSTEM OPTIMIZATIONThe Revel Performa B15a subwoofer includes a built-in 3-bandparametric equalizer for use with sound measurement equipmenthaving at

SYSTEM OPTIMIZATIONPLACEMENT OVERVIEW (Continued)The REVEL LOW FREQUENCY OPTIMIZER provides aconvenient way to save each set of measurements and to ma

SOUND MEASUREMENT GUIDELINES•If you are using a modeling program, begin by placing themicrophone at ear height at the recommended listening posi-tion,

TROUBLESHOOTINGIf the Revel Performa B15a subwoofer sounds distorted, stops play-ing, or otherwise seems to be malfunctioning, first determinewhether

Figure 16. Overall dimensionsfor the Revel Performa B15apowered subwoofer.SPECIFICATIONSRevel utilizes proprietary measurement methods in the design a

AMPLIFIEROutput Power: 1,000 Wrms, 1,400 WpeakEqualization –Type: Three independent parametric equalizersFrequency: Continuously variable from 18 to

The following information must be included when a product isreturned for service:• name• company name• street address, city, state, and zip code• tele

3 Oak Park, Bedford, MA, 01730-1413 USA | Telephone: 781-280-0300 | Fax: 781-280-0490 | www.revelspeakers.comCustomer Support: Telephone: 781-2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPlease read all instructions carefully and completely before operating your Revel Performa B15a subwoofer.1. Always disco

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ...5ABOUT THE MANUAL AND WARRANTY...

INTRODUCTIONThe Revel Performa B15a powered subwoofer system combines anoutstanding 15-inch subwoofer with a 1,000-watt (rms) amplifier,capable of 1,4

Figure 2. Transducer andconnection locations for theRevel Performa B15asubwoofer.DESCRIPTIONThe Revel Performa B15a powered subwoofer system features

ELECTRONICSEach Revel Performa B15a contains an electronics section with thefollowing attributes: • An extremely low-distortion, 1,000-watt (rms) ampl

Figure 3.The Revel Performa B15a subwoofer pack-ing carton.UNPACKINGThe B15a requires special care and handling during unpacking.Pay particular attent

Figure 4.The Revel Performa B15a subwoofer withits inner packing materials.4. Place the B15a in the upright position without allowing theprotective ba