A subwoofer with speaker-level inputs is especially easy to connect to your older amplifier or receiver! To do so, just connect to the speaker outputs on the source unit using speaker wire and then to the matching inputs on the subwoofer. You can even power speakers from the amp or receiver at the same time.

Why isnt my subwoofer connecting to my receiver?

Verify that the subwoofer indicator light on the front panel of the A/V receiver is on. Depending on the audio source, the low frequency effect (LFE) signal may not be sent to your subwoofer. Verify the subwoofer power cord is plugged into an active AC outlet and that the subwoofer is powered on.

Can I connect a passive subwoofer to receiver?

Can you connect a passive subwoofer to a receiver? Yes, you can connect a passive subwoofer to a receiver using the speaker connectors. However, its recommended to use an external amplifier to act as a go-between with your receiver and passive subwoofer.

Why is my powered subwoofer not working?

Check to make sure that cables are firmly connected and plugged into the correct spots. Check outlets, power cable, and fuse. Most subwoofers have a standby LED that glows to indicate active power. If its not lit, check that the subwoofer is securely plugged into a wall socket, surge protector, or power strip.

Can I connect active subwoofer to receiver?

1. Connect. If you are using your subwoofer with a home theater receiver, the connection is simple: Just run an audio interconnect cable like this one from the receivers subwoofer output to the subwoofers line input (pictured above). If the subwoofer has an input labeled LFE, use that one.

How do I connect a passive subwoofer to an amplifier?

To do so connect the passive subwoofer to the external amplifier and connect the AV receiver/amplifier to the input of the external amplifier. Here you should use the Subwoofer PRE OUT socket on the A/V receiver/amplifier and connect this to the input of the external amplifier.

How do I know if my sub is blown?

Test the sound at a low volume to listen for whether your sub has been blown. If it is distorted, you have a partially blown subwoofer, and if there is no sound at all, it is completely blown. If the subwoofer is receiving its signal via a cable, then check the cable before rushing to conclusions.

How can I tell if subwoofer is working?

When testing your subwoofer, the sound should be warm, crisp, and clear. If the sound is fuzzy, or distorted in any way, it is very likely that your subwoofer is not working correctly. It is worth noting that the sound might be present, but your subwoofers are not able to pick them up.