Hooking up a powered sub to a 5500 system

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thetandyman (archived2)
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Posted November 13, 2016 at 20:40 GMT
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I apologize for asking this question that has most likely been answered before,  but I cannot find answer.

I want to hook up a Velodyne ULD 18 powered sub to my system.  I have a set of Penta2's which work fine  but would like the added bass the sub can return.  The sub amp has in and out jacks from the amp.  Do I pull the jumper pins out of the panel and run RCA cables to and from the sub amp?  If I do this,  will the sub volume not be affected by the receiver volume?   What have others done to solve this problem?

 

Thanks so much for any replies!

 

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Leosgonewild
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Posted November 13, 2016 at 21:13 GMT
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Use the rca outputs on the BM5500.

Don't touch the jumper pins, those are for connecting an external EQ.
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thetandyman (archived2)
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Posted November 13, 2016 at 21:42 GMT
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Thanks so much,  I will try that.  I'll let you know.  I have been a member here for about 15 years, but have been dormant for many years.  Just recently got excited again about B&O.  Own a 5000 system,  5500 , 6500, and a 9000.  I know that one would take care of the house,  but I've been a collector!  I appreciate the info.

 

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thetandyman (archived2)
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Posted November 13, 2016 at 22:07 GMT
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I tried your advice,  AND,  it works perfectly!  Thanks so much.  Unfortunately,  over the years I seem to have forgotten much of what I used to know about B&o info..  Really appreciate your advice and this site!

 

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