1723 amplifier settings – Best practice for Home Cinema
Article summary
- Set Ref. Level to on for optimal level adjustments.
- Adjust input gain based on your AVR’s output specifications (+6dB or 0dB).
- Use LPF Bypass and let the AVR handle crossover settings for best results.
- Be cautious when changing Parametric EQ settings—let your AVR do its calibration work.
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Here are the settings we recommend for Home Cinema purposes, settings not mentioned are ones we would rather leave as is unless you want to change them for any specific reason.
This guide should be read in conjunction with the Amplifier Operation Manual in the handbook.
Please see our other guides for Dual Source or Stereo settings.
- Levels Menu
- We recommend setting Ref. Level to on and let the AVR handle level adjustments.
- Next step is to set correct input gain. For normal modern AVR’s it will be +6dB (if you have 1V output) or 0dB (if you have 2V output). This setting will directly affect how loud the subwoofer plays at ref. level. For some customers running Audyssey it will typically indicate that the subwoofer level is too high if this setting is not adjusted as described.
- Crossover Menu
- We recommend setting LPF Bypass on and do crossover settings from the AVR.
- Leave phase at 0 degrees, and Signal Invert off.
- EQ mode 1 for larger rooms, or smaller rooms if you just want some extra rumble in the deepest bass. EQ2 mode will roll-off earlier and not give as much of an earthquake effect, and EQ3 mode will have the least amount of deep bass of the tree presets.
- Parametric EQ Menu
- Only make changes here if you have measured the response and know where you need to make some changes. Typically, a good built-in calibration on an AVR will make sure you get a perfectly flat frequency response.
- Input/Turn-on
- If your source has a 12V trigger output you can connect that to the subwoofers 3-12V trigger input and choose XLR 1 or RCA 1. Do not use XLR 1 + 2 or RCA 1 + 2 when using the LFE/Subwoofer output from your source, as it will decrease the input gain by 3dB.
- For setups that do not have 12V trigger outputs from their source, you must use the auto-on option for XLR 1 or RCA 1.
- Setup Menu
- If you have multiple subwoofers in your setup, choose the correct number of subwoofers. It will adjust the gain level to match the combined output of all subwoofers, so you hit reference level at the same input gain.
- If Auto turn-on is active, we would recommend setting the Wake-up Sens. to High so the amplifier turns on with very low input signal.
Frequently asked questions
What are the recommended settings for a home cinema using Arendal Sound products?
For home cinema, it's best to set the Ref. Level to on, adjust input gain according to your AVR output, keep LPF Bypass on, and leave phase at 0 degrees. EQ mode 1 is suitable for larger rooms.
How do I adjust the input gain for my subwoofer?
Set input gain to +6dB for 1V output or 0dB for 2V output. This affects how loud your subwoofer plays at reference level and may prevent Audyssey from indicating a high subwoofer level.
What should I set the crossover settings to?
Enable LPF Bypass and make crossover settings from your AVR. Use EQ mode 1 for deep bass in larger rooms, while EQ modes 2 and 3 offer less deep bass.
When should I use the Parametric EQ Menu?
Only adjust in the Parametric EQ Menu if you've measured the response and know what changes are required. A good calibration from your AVR typically ensures a flat frequency response.
How can I connect my subwoofer if my source has a 12V trigger output?
Connect the 12V trigger output to the subwoofer's 3-12V trigger input and choose either XLR 1 or RCA 1. Avoid using both XLR 1 + 2 or RCA 1 + 2 with LFE output to prevent a -3dB gain reduction.
What should I do if my setup does not have a 12V trigger output?
If there's no 12V trigger output, use the auto-on option for XLR 1 or RCA 1 to activate your subwoofers when receiving a signal.
How do I adjust the setup menu for multiple subwoofers?
Select the correct number of subwoofers in the setup menu. This ensures the gain level is adjusted to match the outputs of all subwoofers for consistent reference level performance.
What settings should I use if Auto turn-on is active?
Set the Wake-up Sensitivity to High, so the amplifier activates with very low input signals, optimizing response times for your audio setup.
