Enhanced Cube Subwoofer
ECS-10
Owner’s Manual
Version 1.0
Owner’s Manual
Outlaw Audio Enhanced Cube Subwoofer ECS-10
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Outlaw Audio Enhanced Cube Subwoofer ECS-10
Unpacking
Before You Begin
Subwoofers, Bass and Overall System Performance
ECS-10’s Controls and Connections
Setup Guide
Enhanced Cube Subwoofer
ECS-10
Congratulations on the purchase of an Outlaw Audio ECS-10 Enhanced Cube
Subwoofer. TheECS-10 providesdeep, tight, bassextensionthat’s powerfulenough
to meet the most demanding requirements of any movie or musical source.
Thanks to a flexible crossover system that may be defeated for use with advanced
bass management systems, the ECS-10 blends seamlessly with both small satellite
speakers as well as large tower type speaker systems.
Connecting to Your System
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Connecting to a System with a Subwoofer Preamp Output
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Connecting to a System without a Subwoofer Preamp Output,
but with Standard Left/Right Preamp Outputs
The ECS-10’s high-power and long-throw woofer are housed in a cabinet that
measures just over a cubic foot, ensuring that your new subwoofer can be tucked
away out-of-sight in almost any listening environment.
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Connecting to a System with no Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Placement
Notes On Subwoofer Placement
Setting the ECS-10’s Controls
Phase Switch
Among the ECS-10’s many features are:
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A long throw 10” driver for deep bass extension
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Oversized spider for increased linearity at high excursion
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A powerful 1,000 watt RMS (2000 watts dynamic) amplifier for precision
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Variable Crossover
driver control
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Volume Level
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Signal Sense for automatic turn on/off (can be defeated)
The Scattered Subwoofer System (Two ECS-10’s)
What’s Needed to Connect Two Subwoofers?
Placement and Level Control
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning
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0/180-degree phase control
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Stereo line level and speaker level inputs
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LFE input
Unpacking
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When You Are Away
The carton and packing materials used in shipping your new subwoofer were
specially designed to cushion it from the shocks and vibrations of shipping. We
strongly suggest that you save the carton and packing materials to use if you move,
or if the unit ever needs to be shipped back to us for any reason.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide
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Outlaw Service Information
10 The Outlaw Audio 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
10 ECS-10 Enhanced Cube Subwoofer Specifications
11 Outlaw Audio Limited Warranty
Tominimizethesizeofthecartoninstorage, youmaywishtoflattenitbycarefully
opening the top and bottom flaps and folding the carton flat. Packing materials
that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the integration of the ECS-10 into your system, please
observe the following precautions and suggestions.
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Do not plug the power cord into the ECS-10 until all other connections are
made.
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Always refer to the instructions that came with the receiver or processor for
specific procedures, warnings and options.
The contents of this manual are Copyright © 2009 by Outlaw Audio, LLC, and may not be
duplicated or reproduced by any means, whether physical, electronic or otherwise without
prior written consent from Outlaw Audio.
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Make sure to insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections
can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.
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Do not bundle the subwoofer cable or speaker wire with the power cord. This
Outlaw Audio and the Outlaw Audio logo are registered trademarks of Outlaw Audio, LLC.
may adversely affect the sound quality and introduce unwanted hum into
your system.
Specifications are those in effect at the time of printing. Outlaw Audio reserves the right
to change specifications or designs at any time without notice or obligation to modify
existing units.
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Subwoofers, Bass and Overall System Performance
bottom two octaves of sound (20 Hz to 80 Hz) are frequently rolled off or not
reproduced at all. Here, too, a specialized speaker/amplifier combination is
required to deliver the full spectrum of sound from a system.
Subwoofers, Bass and Overall
System Performance
The goal of an audio system is to recreate the source material as accurately as
possible. The components needed to perform this task are an audio source, a
receiver or processor/amplifier combination, and speakers.
Finally, many multi-channel digital soundtracks contain a special audio channel
devoted specifically to extreme low frequency extension. This signal is the “.1” in
5.1, 6.1 and 7.1 systems and is sometimes referred to as the LFE channel.
In the era of digital, multi-channel sound, many listeners have chosen to use
frequency-limited“satellite”speakersforthefront, centerandsurroundchannels.
By limiting their frequency range, these speakers may be made smaller, to more
easily fit into a wide range of spaces. However, by eliminating the capability to
reproduce bass frequencies, a separate speaker that is custom designed to deal
with signals below 200Hz is required. That speaker, along with its companion,
built-in amplifier is a powered subwoofer.
Regardless of which of these situations create the need, a subwoofer is absolutely
essential for accurate audio reproduction of both movies and music. A properly
designed subwoofer such as the Outlaw ECS-10 can provide a visceral impact
that most speakers are not able to provide on their own. No matter what type of
speakers comprise the rest of your system or what your favorite movie or music
is the ECS-10 is up to the task of completing the sonic presentation by providing
the impact that only a subwoofer can provide.
Even in two-channel systems with traditional bookshelf or tower speakers the
ECS-10 Rear Panel
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SUBWOOFER
VOLUME
B
MIN
MAX
INACTIVE
ACTIVE
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AUTO ON/OFF
80 Hz
ECS-10
LOW-PASS
CROSSOVER
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120 Hz
40 Hz
INTERNAL
X-OVER
SUBWOOFER
DIRECT
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POWER
ON
180°
PHASE
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OUTPUT
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INPUT
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LFE
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT
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120V~
60HZ
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
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Setup Guide
The ECS-10’s Controls and Connections
Setup Guide
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MASTER POWER Switch
Connecting To Your System
This switch is used to turn the ECS-10 on or off. When the unit will not be
used for extended periods, we recommend that it be turned off to prevent
accidental activation.
To get the maximum performance from your new ECS-10 it must be properly
connected, positioned properly within the room and configured to match your
speakers. To connect the ECS-10 you will need either a single audio interconnect
cable (in the case of systems with a subwoofer output), a pair of audio intercon-
nects (in the case of systems without a left/right pre-amp outpt) or additional
speaker wire. We recommend the Outlaw Audio PCA SUB cable, but any high
quality, shielded audio interconnect will work properly.
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SUBWOOFER VOLUME Control
This knob controls the output level of the ECS-10.
AUTO ON/OFF Power Switch
This switch enables the ECS-10’s signal sense mode so that the unit turns on
automatically when an audio signal is present.
Connecting to a System with a Subwoofer
Preamp Output
If a low-level subwoofer output is available, use this jack to connect your ECS
subwoofer to your Preamp or Receiver. See Diagram 1 below.
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LOW-PASS CROSSOVER Control
This control sets the frequency of the built in variable low pass crossover.
X-OVER Switch
To connect the ECS-10 to a subwoofer preamp output:
When an external crossover such as the Outlaw Audio ICBM is used, this
switch will bypass the ECS-10’s internal crossover.
1. Turn off all system components and unplug the processor or receiver
and the ECS-10 from their AC power source.
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PHASE Switch
2. Locate the “Subwoofer/LFE Output“ on the rear panel of your receiver
This control changes the phase of the ECS-10 with respect to the main
speakers.
or processor.
Any audio product that decodes Dolby Digital or DTS soundtracks will have
this type of jack. Depending on the particular brand or model, this RCA
jack may be labeled “Sub,” “Subwoofer,” or “LFE Out.” If your receiver
or processor does not have this type of output you will need to follow the
“Connecting to a System with No Preamp Outputs“ instructions that fol-
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LINE LEVEL OUT
Connect these bandwidth limited outputs to your power amplifier.
LFE
Connect the subwoofer output or stereo preamp outputs of your receiver,
processor or other source device or accessory to this jack(s).
3. Connect one end of the subwoofer cable to the subwoofer or LFE output
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HIGH LEVEL INPUTS
on the receiver or processor.
When your receiver does not have line level outputs available for a subwoofer
connection, connect the speaker outputs of the receiver here.
4. Locate the connection labeled LFE on the rear panel of the ECS-10 and
connect the other end of the subwoofer cable to that jack.
Diagram 1: Connecting to a System with a Subwoofer Preamp Output
SUBWOOFER
VOLUME
MIN
MAX
INACTIVE
ACTIVE
AUTO ON/OFF
80 Hz
ECS-10
LOW-PASS
CROSSOVER
120 Hz
40 Hz
INTERNAL
X-OVER
SUBWOOFER
DIRECT
POWER
180°
PHASE
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INPUT
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LFE
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
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THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
ECS-10
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
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Wiring Diagrams
Diagram 2: Connecting to a System without a Subwoofer Preamp Output,
but with Standard Left/Right Preamp Outputs
INPUT
INPUT
INPUT
INPUT
FRONT RIGHT
FRONT LEFT
CENTER
SURROUND RIGHT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
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SUBWOOFER
VOLUME
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MIN
INACTIVE
MAX
ACTIVE
AUTO ON/OFF
WARNING:
HAZARDOUS ENERGY. MAKE PROPE
CONNECTIONS: SEE OWNER'S MAN
80 Hz
ECS-10
LOW-PASS
CROSSOVER
Alifi
120 Hz
40 Hz
INTERNAL
X-OVER
SUBWOOFER
DIRECT
POWER
180°
PHASE
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OUTPUT
INPUT
OFF
LFE
SPEAKER LEVEL INPUT
+
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120V~
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8A
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR
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5. Plug the ECS-10’s power cord into an un-switched AC outlet.
To connect an ECS-10 Subwoofer using standard Left/Right preamp
outputs:
CAUTION: Due to the power requirements of the ECS-10, it must not
be connected to the accessory outlets on a receiver or processor. If a
power-strip or surge protector is used, make certain that it is rated to
accommodate the ECS-10’s power requirements.
1. Turn off all system components and unplug the processor or receiver
and the ECS-10 from their AC power source.
2. Locatethe“Left/Rightpreampoutputs”ontherearpanelofyourreceiver
6. Reconnect your processor or receiver to the AC power source.
or processor.
7. Proceed to the “Setting the ECS-10’s Controls” section to learn about
Some audio products that do not offer digital surround processing will
have these types of jacks. If your receiver or processor does not have this
type of output you will need to follow the “Connecting to a system with no
pre-amp outputs” instructions that follow this section.
the ECS-10’s controls and how they operate.
Connecting to a System without a Subwoofer
Preamp Output, but with Standard Left/Right
Preamp Outputs
3. Connect one end of the audio interconnects to the left and right preamp
outputs on the receiver or processor.
If your system does not have a dedicated subwoofer preamp output, but has left/right
preamp outputs, you can use these jacks to connect your receiver or processor to the
subwoofer amplifier. See Diagram 2 below.
4. Locate the connections labeled “INPUT” on the rear panel of the ECS-10
and connect the other end of the interconnects to these jacks.
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5. If you are using a separate power amplifier, connect a second set of
interconnects to the connections labeled “OUTPUT” on the ECS-10
power amp.
1. Turn off all system components and unplug the receiver and/or amplifier
and the ECS-10 from their AC power source.
2. Locate the front left/right speaker output terminals on your receiver or
Note:TheECS-10’slineleveloutputisbandwidthlimitedtosignalsabove
80Hz. ThisenablesyoutousetheECS-10withsmallsatellitespeakersby
limiting the amount of low frequency information they will be asked to
reproduce. Subsequently, the reduced demand on your power amplifier
and speakers will result in better sound across the board.
amplifier.
Incaseswherethereareboth“A”and“B”terminals,the“A”terminalsshould
be used. Disconnect any wire that is presently connected to these terminals.
3. Using the same type of speaker wire used for your other speaker
connections; connect the left and right channel speaker outputs of your
receiver or amplifier to the ECS-10’s “Speaker Level Input”.
6. Locate the corresponding amplifier channels on your dedicated power
amplifier and connect the other end of the interconnects to these jacks.
NOTE: Be sure to connect the speaker wires to the appropriate input
binding posts located on the back of the ECS-10, making certain that
the polarity (-/+) on the receiver or amplifier matches the polarity on
the binding posts of the subwoofer amplifier. In most cases this means
connecting the red terminal on the receiver or amplifier to the red
terminal on the ECS-10, but always check the markings on the rear
panel to insure “+ to +” and “- to –“ connections.
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