Polk UMS108BR Subwoofer Operational Guide

June 4, 2024
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Polk UMS108BR Subwoofer

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Specification

  • Model: ‎UMS108BR
  • Item Weight: ‎11 pounds
  • Package Dimensions: ‎13.4 x 13 x 10.6 inches
  • Speaker Type: Subwoofer
  • Mounting Type: Flush Mount
  • Material: Other

What’s in the box?

  • Polk UMS108BR Subwoofer – 10.8, Black

Product Descriptions

Polk’s UMS108B subwoofer, designed for life on the water, uses air suspension technology to produce 700 watts of power in a stylish, waterproof, and UV /corrosion-resistant shell. Features LED light ring XKGlow (Compatible with XKGlow Controller with App Support). designed for an easy installation process.

Features

  • Type of Product: Speakers

  • Package Dimensions: 26.924 by 33.02 by 34.036 centimeters

  • Package Size: 7.167 kilograms

Note

Products with electrical plugs are made with American consumers in mind. Because outlets and voltage vary from country to country, this device might need an adapter or converter to be used where you are travelling. Before buying, kindly verify compatibility.

Warranty and Support

You can get in touch with the manufacturer directly or find out more information on their website if you’d want a copy of the warranty for a product you saw on Amazon.com. Manufacturer’s warranties might not always be applicable, depending on things like how the product is used, where it was bought, and who sold it to you. If you have any issues, please read the guarantee, and then get in touch with the seller.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can the bass on my Polk subwoofer be changed?

To change the bass volume, use BASS + or BASS -. These buttons must be hit in order for the volume display to appear on the light bar.

How can you tell if a Polk subwoofer is operating properly?

The first and second LEDs on the sound bar will flash erratically while it looks for a connection. When the sound bar and subwoofer are connected, the lights will stop flashing. The first and second LEDs will flash five times together if the sound bar and subwoofer are not connected.

Why isn’t the speaker in my subwoofer working?

Checking the fuse should be your first step if your subwoofer stops working. Replace it if it is blown and check to see if the issue is resolved. If it doesn’t, there can be another issue with the subwoofer, in which case you should have a technician fix it.

How can I change the settings on my subwoofer?

Setting the subwoofer
• Adjust the crossover before using the subwoofer.
• Power up the subwoofer and adjust the volume to your preferred level.
• If there is a phase control, adjust it.
• For your preferred sound, make a few little modifications to the stereo audio equalizer.

How can my Polk subwoofer be reset?

It might be essential to reset to factory defaults if you experience problems with your Command Bar or the included remote control. Press and hold the “Microphone Mute” and “Volume Down” buttons on the product’s top for at least 10 seconds to reset your device. All of the Bar’s settings are then deleted.

What causes my subwoofer to frequently shut off?

If there is no signal after a certain amount of time, the subwoofer may include an energy-saving mode that turns the amplifier off. To prevent the subwoofer from shutting off on its own in this situation, put the Power Save switch to the OFF position.

Why is the green flickering on my Polk subwoofer?

System is muted. Green Slow Blinking. button)—Your volume has been set to its highest level. Wireless communication has been established via the subwoofer. Subwoofers have been unable to connect wirelessly.

Can a subwoofer be connected directly to a TV?

The HDMI input on the converter’s other end would be plugged into after plugging the digital coax cable into the converter port. It would then be possible to finish the connection by plugging the HDMI cable into the subwoofer’s HDMI input. Pretty simple to understand.

Is a subwoofer compatible without a soundbar?

Yes, you may reach the subwoofer’s low frequencies without using speakers with the proper connection. Use a line level RCA converter or speaker level inputs with a powered subwoofer to do this. Use a low-pass crossover to connect to the receiver while using a non-powered subwoofer.

Why is my sub powered but silent?

This means that in addition to the subwoofer, you should also check the amplifier’s volume control. Turn them up if they are set very low. You should also check the Gain knob. The gain knob regulates the channel’s input level; hence, if it is set very low, the output may be too quiet to hear.

What causes my Polk Audio subwoofer to malfunction?

Make that the AC outlet is operational. If so, unplug the subwoofer and check the fuse, which is situated on the rear of the subwoofer immediately above the AC line. On the rear of the sub, there is a fuse type list.

Why is my sub getting too hot?

Due to the plateaus in the waveform caused by clipping, the subwoofer moves less than usual and generates more heat. The voice coil eventually fails due to the voice coil’s breakdown from this excessive heat over time.

Can a subwoofer be used on its own?

A subwoofer cannot be used by itself. It only works with a speaker that is attached. Because subwoofers are not always well-designed, there may be problems with the audio. Even the setting of them may become challenging.

My subwoofer is blinking; why?

Because it isn’t paired, the subwoofer is looking for a sound bar if the light on the back of the subwoofer is blinking. The subwoofer is paired if the light on it is steady (not flickering).

Where should my subwoofer be placed?

The output of a subwoofer may rise if it is placed in the corner of a room, making the sub sound louder. See how it sounds by trying to position your subwoofer in a corner. However, if your subwoofer is too far from your listening location for your floor space, a corner might not be a good alternative.

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