PC Audio Signal Connection
The ButtKicker Gamer is designed to work with low frequency audio signals. Many computer speaker systems use 2 or 4 speakers and a subwoofer using a 5.1 sound card. However, sometimes these systems only use the stereo (line out) signal and therefore do not have a separate subwoofer output. However, the low frequency material is still present in the left or right channel signal.

Computer soundcards are generally either 5.1 or stereo. With a 5.1 soundcard use the mini Y adaptor to split out the audio signal from the center / sub output. With a stereo soundcard use the mini Y adaptor to split out the audio signal from the stereo (line out) output.

Console Gaming Systems
The ButtKicker Gamer can be hooked up to most gaming consoles. The ButtKicker Gamer can be hooked up through the stereo output that is standard on all current gaming systems. Please refer to the enclosed Quick Start Guide for detailed installation information.

However, the best source of signal for the ButtKicker is the subwoofer or .1 track of a Dolby Digital, DTS, or Multi-Channel Direct system. Most of todays consoles offer a .1 channel output through the use of an additional adaptor or cable and a surround sound receiver. With these systems, the ButtKicker Gamer should be hooked up through the subwoofer output of the surround sound receiver. Please refer to the enclosed Quick Start Guide for detailed installation information.

Volume Control Software Programs
Some soundcard and/or PC manufacturers may have software that must be adjusted separately from the Windows volume control. Consult applicable manual for specific hardware documentation.

Many of these programs include control of the bass or subwoofer output. Increasing the level of the bass or subwoofer output on the soundcard or surround sound receiver will also increase the signal strength received by the Gamer Amplifier and will increase the intensity of the ButtKicker Gamers output.

System Balance
It is important to adjust and balance the level of the subwoofer volume and intensity of the ButtKicker Gamer with the rest of the system. The subwoofer output level control (if this exists on your PC) and the main volume control should be used in conjunction with the audio speaker and Gamer Amplifier volume controls to balance the entire system.