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ARENDAL 1723 User Manual

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ARENDAL 1723 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Enclosure TypeSealed
Driver Size13.8 inches
TypeSubwoofer
InputsXLR, RCA
Weight66 lbs

Summary

Story of Arendal

Premium Build Quality

Rock solid HDF cabinets

Describes the use of HDF material for cabinet construction, emphasizing density and machining precision.

Magnetic metal grills

Details the custom-made, perforated metal grills that attach magnetically and are wrapped in cloth.

Premium Finishes

No plastic - 'Green sound'

Highlights the use of non-plastic parts for sound-affecting components and anodized aluminum accents.

Internal wiring

Explains the use of high-count multi-strand wire for consistent impedance and low insertion losses.

The puck

Describes the custom puck-design for stability, mounted with M6 bolts and branded with the Arendal Sound logo.

Avalanche 800 / 1200 IQ Amplifier

Intelligent Powerhouse

Introduces the Avalanche 800/1200 IQ amplifiers, highlighting optimized features and performance for hi-end subwoofers.

Intelligent Technology

Discusses the 'intelligent' features of the amplifiers, including multiple sensors and a powerful microcontroller.

13.8" Woofer

Redesigned masterpiece

Introduces the redesigned 13.8" driver, emphasizing improved excursion, performance, and dynamics.

The new 13.8” world-class driver

Details the driver's 50% increase in excursion, improved dynamics, and enhanced speed, attack, and punch.

Design features

Covers driver redefinition, motor featuring shorting rings, focused field 'T' pole design, and linear magnetic field.

Increased responsiveness

Explains improved magnetic field design, shorting rings, and symmetrical suspension for high output and low distortion.

Hybrid Cone

Describes the hybrid cone made of pulp and fiberglass for durability, stiffness, and self-damping properties.

Lack of compression = extreme dynamics

Explains airflow venting below the dust cap and spider to mitigate thermal compression and distortion.

Placement & Setup

Corner placement

Recommends front corner placement for simplified room modes and reduced reflections, maximizing bass output.

But there is more

Discusses the impact of reflections and time delay on sound quality and the brain's perception of sound.

But I want more subwoofers!

Addresses the benefits of multiple subwoofers for headroom, distortion, and response depth.

But you mentioned stacking the two subs?

Explains benefits of stacking subwoofers for wavefront behavior, room mode simplification, and EQ ease.

But That Looks Awful!

Discusses aesthetic concerns versus acoustic compromises in subwoofer placement.

Conclusion?

Summarizes placement recommendations and encourages consultation for specific room setups.

How to Connect

Connecting to a stereo setup

Provides methods for connecting subwoofers to stereo systems lacking a dedicated subwoofer output.

Single subwoofer connection

Details connecting a single subwoofer using variable L/R outputs for proper mono signal summing.

Dual subwoofer connection

Explains connecting two subwoofers for stereo imaging or mono summing based on placement.

Connecting to an A/V-Receiver

Guides connection to AV receivers using RCA or XLR LFE outputs for subwoofer input.

Unique combined A/V-Receiver and Stereo system connection

Describes using the amplifier's dual inputs for separate home cinema and stereo system connections.

Subwoofer operation

Explains enclosure tuning options (vented/sealed) for differing bass characteristics and room suitability.

Amplifier Operations

Quick panel overview

Identifies and describes the main controls and inputs/outputs on the amplifier's front panel.

Menu

Details how to enter and navigate the amplifier's menu system, including input selection memory.

Main Menu

Lists the primary menu options available for amplifier configuration and settings.

Crossover Menu

Describes the crossover settings, including EQ modes and their effects on frequency response.

Parametric EQ

Details the 7-band parametric equalizer for room response optimization, including band, frequency, Q, gain, and on/off settings.

Input/Turn-on

Explains selectable auto-on modes, 12V trigger, and dual source options for managing input activation.

Setup

Covers memory bank selection, number of subs, on time, wake-up sensitivity, display rotate, and firmware version.

Safety Instructions

Warranty

Important!

Warns against attempting product repairs without permission, as it can damage the unit and void the warranty.

Non-authorized sales

Clarifies that sales outside official domains are unauthorized and not covered by the warranty.

FCC Warning Statement