Owner’s Enjoyment Manual
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AUDIO CONNECTION AND
By now you have realized that there are as many ways to
configure the MVC master volume control as there are
speaker companies. Prior to your installation, spend some
quality time sketching out your system configuration. We
have included several diagrams in the next section to give
you some ideas. When installing the MVC, follow the next
steps meticulously:
1. Connect the inputs of your MVC to the outputs of the
last component (source unit, crossover or processor) before
your amplifier. At this time do not connect the MVC
outputs to your amplifiers.
2. Set the input and output level control on all processors,
crossovers, etc. to 0dB. This should equate to the highest level
they can reach without clipping.
3. Turn the control knob on the MVC all the way up.
4. Turn on your system and increase the volume control
on your source unit up approximately 70-80% (or just below
clipping if you know where that is).
5. Play your favorite tape or compact disc that contains
constant, dynamic music. No rap or orchestral music.
Remember you still have NOT connected the inputs to your
amplifiers!
6. With the music playing, (yet you don’t hear anything)
adjust the output level controls until the voltage LEDs on the
“Output Status Indicators” start to flash along with the
music. Take a moment to dance to the beat if you wish.
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AUDIO CONNECTION AND LEVEL MATCHING