How to set up REL Subwoofer?

So the phono cable with .1/LFE input needs to be connected? The Neutrik Speakon cable is only a supplement? What does that mean, what does it do that the phono .1/LFE doesn't? What am I missing w/o it? Can you use the Speakon cable on it's own?

Setting up the REL is clearer now that I've unpacked it and read the manual again. I'll be using the Speakon and .1/LFE to great effect, I'm sure.

I'm still deciding on a phono cable and definitely want to get a better Speakon cable (the supplied cable is much too long). I've spent more then I should have on a sub (half the LCR speaker cost), so movin' up isn't an option, but better cables and power cord is and will yield an improvement.

I have the Marantz SR5004 A/V Receiver.

Thanks for your help.

That helps... I thought the LFE connection did everything necessary for the sub. Adding the Speakon cable just added confusion even though I had a vague idea that it was supplementing the main speakers low end.

Since my speakers (Dali Motif LCR) don't reach very low (78-25,000 Hz) and would benefit from additional low end support then I should use both LFE and Speakon. And as suggested, I was going to try it all three ways.

Although another REL owner said I shouldn't use the Speakon with LFE unless my speakers are full range. More confusion. ;-)

What about dialog playing through the sub? I've read that with LCR speakers that don't have very low range, and depending on the x-over point, that low male voices could play through the sub. That just wouldn't sound right to me. How do you avoid that?

What about a better Speakon cable? I've come across a couple of them. Is there an improvement to be heard? My REL will be plugged into a BPT CPC HCF-30 via PS Audio PW AC5 power cord. That will give it some good clean power.

I knew it would take some getting used to, making adjustments, positioning,... etc. And I will try both ways; w/ and w/o Speakon.

Is the phono cable mono or stereo? What's the best subwoofer cable?

I only see a single "SW" output for my receiver and the manual says; "Connect this jack to the line level input of a powered subwoofer." Does this connect to the REL .1/LFE?

Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the Neutrik speakON cable? I've contacted REL and Sumiko with no reply as of yet.

Never mind. Got it.

I also ordered a Analysis-Plus Super Sub Subwoofer cable w/ Furutech connectors and a custom speakON cable using fat Oval and BFA silver bananas. Should be sweet. Ordered a HFT fuse also. This is going to be one fine sounding sub.

Wdt: Sorry I can't help.

As far as using my new REL; this thing is fantastic and integrates perfectly with my Dali Motif LCR speakers. I'm only using it with LFE at the moment, with stock power cord and HiFi Tuning Fuse, but the bass is so well defined, with tremendous punch and authority, and no flabby rounded edge or "BOOM BOOM" rattle/vibration. No room integration problems either. Feels/sounds like I'm in a movie theater. Also reminds me of my Horning Agathon Ultimates bass. Can't wait for my subwoofer and custom speakON cables to arrive, plus speaker cables (note; switched to WireWorld. Analysis Plus dealer had a mental breakdown with custom order). Decided on Oasis 6 subwoofer cable and still figuring out details for custom speakON cable.

I don't know. Best to contact Sumiko or REL direct.