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Velodyne ULD-18 User Manual

Velodyne ULD-18
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Velodyne
OWNER'S MANUAL
ULD-15, ULD-18
Series
II
Subwoofer Systems
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Velodyne ULD-18 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSubwoofer
Driver Size18 inches
Frequency Response20 - 120 Hz
Dimensions24.5 x 24.5 x 24.5 inches
Weight125 lbs
Enclosure TypeSealed

Summary

Basic Installation

System Connection

Connect the servo controller between your pre-amplifier and amplifier for proper operation.

Cabinet Placement

Adjusting Level Control

Crossover Modification

Installation of Crossover/Bypass Option

Installing Two Subwoofers as a Stereo Pair

Other Installation Schemes

Dual Subwoofers in Mono Mode

Connect two ULD systems in monaural mode using a Y-adaptor patch cord.

Connection to Mono Subwoofer Output

Route a phono cable from a single line-level subwoofer output to the ULD controller.

Care of Your Subwoofer

Protection Circuitry

Troubleshooting/Service

Velodyne unit will not play

Check wiring, servo interface cable, and fuses if the unit does not play.

Unit shuts down occasionally

Protection circuitry activated; reduce volume or subwoofer level.

Satellite speakers sound muddy

ULD controller's high-pass crossover needs power to bypass.

Subwoofer pops after power on

Occasional pop is normal due to a built-in power-on delay.

Satellite speakers pop

Switch Velodyne on before power amp to prevent satellite speaker pops.

Velodyne HGS System

The Problem of Distortion

Our Solution

HGS System Components

High and Low Pass Crossovers

Diverts frequencies above 85 Hz to power amplifier, sums below 85 Hz.

Loop/Control Stage

Amplifies bass signals, compares with accelerometer feedback for correction.

Power Amplifier

400-watt amplifier using a two-level power supply switching method.

15 or 18 Inch Driver

Custom driver engineered for sensitivity, resonance reduction, and ventilation.

Accelerometer

Measures cone motion, relays data via onboard charge amplifier and transmission circuit.

Supporting Circuits

Includes gain compression and comparator circuits for protection and stability.

Velodyne Subwoofer System Specifications

Safety Instructions

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