normally if you select Stereo or Direct mode the sub will be active. Stereo mode will follow your crossover settings and speaker size setup in the receiver, direct mode bypasses bass management so the speakers also get the full range with no crossover being used. In either case your sub should be getting a signal. How is the sub hooked up to the receiver?

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