dBTechnologies SUB 615 Owner's manual

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MANUALE D’USO – Sezione 1
USER MANUAL - Section 1
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CARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES - Section 1
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EMI CLASSIFICATION
FCC CLASS B STATEMENT ACCORDING TO TITLE 47, CHAPTER I,
SUBCHAPTER A, PART 15, SUBPART B
According to the standards EN 55103 this equipment is designed and suitable to operate in E3 (or lower E2, E1)
Electromagnetic environments.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Make sure that the loudspeaker is securely installed in a stable position to avoid any injuries or damages to
persons or properties. For safety reasons di not place one loudspeaker on top of another without proper fastening
systems. Before hanging the loudspeaker check all the components for damages, deformations, missing or
damaged parts that may compromise safety during installation. If you use the loudspeakers outdoor avoid spots
exposed to bad weather conditions.
Contact dBTechnologies for accessories to be used with the speakers. dBTechnologies will not accept any
responsibility for damages caused by inappropiate accessories or additional devices.
WARNING
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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INDICE
1. INFORMAZIONI GENERALI ................................................................................................... 5
BENVENUTI! ........................................................................................................................ 5
PANORAMICA INTRODUTTIVA .......................................................................................... 5
RIFERIMENTI PER LUTENTE ................................................................................................ 5
CARATTERISTICHE MECCANICHE ED ACUSTICHE ............................................................. 6
DIMENSIONI ............................................................................................................................................... 6
CARATTERISTICHE DELLA SEZIONE DI AMPLIFICAZIONE E DI CONTROLLO ................... 7
SEZIONE DI INPUT, OUTPUT E DI CONTROLLO ........................................................................................ 8
SEZIONE DI ALIMENTAZIONE .................................................................................................................... 9
2. PRIMA ACCENSIONE ............................................................................................................ 10
COLLEGAMENTO DEGLI INGRESSI E RILANCIO AUDIO .......................................................................... 11
COLLEGAMENTO DELL’ ALIMENTAZIONE ............................................................................................... 13
3. ESEMPI DI UTILIZZO ............................................................................................................. 14
UTILIZZO A TERRA ............................................................................................................ 14
UTILIZZO CON SPEAKER IN STACK ................................................................................... 14
UTILIZZO SU SUBWOOFER CON PALO TELESCOPICO..................................................... 14
4. ACCESSORI ............................................................................................................................ 15
5. RISOLUZIONE DEI PROBLEMI ............................................................................................. 16
6. SPECIFICHE TECNICHE ......................................................................................................... 17
GENERALE ................................................................................................................................................ 17
DATI ACUSTICI .......................................................................................................................................... 17
AMPLIFICATORE ....................................................................................................................................... 17
PROCESSORE ............................................................................................................................................ 18
INTERFACCIA UTENTE .............................................................................................................................. 18
INGRESSI E USCITE ................................................................................................................................... 18
SPECIFICHE DI ALIMENTAZIONE (ASSORBIMENTO / INSTALLAZIONE) ................................................. 18
DIMENSIONI ............................................................................................................................................. 19
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INDICE
Italiano
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 21
WELCOME! ....................................................................................................................... 21
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................... 21
USER REFERENCE .............................................................................................................. 21
MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTICAL FEATURES ................................................................... 22
DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 22
FEATURES OF THE AMPLIFIER AND CONTROL SECTIONS .............................................. 23
INPUT, OUTPUT AND CONTROL SECTION .............................................................................................. 24
POWER SUPPLY UNIT SECTION ............................................................................................................... 25
2. FIRST POWER-UP .................................................................................................................. 26
INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO DAISY CHAIN ................................................................................. 27
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION ................................................................................................................ 29
3. USAGE EXAMPLES ................................................................................................................ 30
FLOOR USAGE ................................................................................................................... 30
USAGE WITH SPEAKER IN A STACK ................................................................................. 30
USAGE ON SUBWOOFER WITH POLE TELESCOPIC ......................................................... 30
4. ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................ 31
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 32
6. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 33
GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................. 33
ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 33
AMPLIFIER ................................................................................................................................................ 33
PROCESSOR .............................................................................................................................................. 34
USER INTERFACE ...................................................................................................................................... 34
INPUTS & OUTPUTS ................................................................................................................................. 34
POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS (ABSORPTION / INSTALLATION) ....................................................... 34
DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 35
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
English
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
WELCOME!
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
USER REFERENCE
Thanks for purchasing a product designed and developed in Italy by dBTechnologies! This ergonomic and versatile
active subwoofer is the result of a long experience in the sound reinforcement industry, making use of optimized
sound, electronic and material research solutions.
The new SUB 600 subwoofers are equipped with a 15” woofer (SUB 615) and an 18” woofer (SUB 618),
respectively. Accurate design and sound optimisation allow for high-quality performance in a compact product.
Cabinets high ergonomics and ease of handling make them easy
to transport.
SUB 615 and SUB 618 main features are:
To make the most of your subwoofer, we recommend that you:
an ergonomic, compact and versatile project, for both indoors and outdoors
wooden cabinets for acoustic performance optimisation, with resistant external surfaces for both
indoor and outdoor use
reliable, silent digital amplier
mono/stereo input
mono/stereo output
dedicated DSP controls, with Polarity, Output Mode, and equalisation button (Subwoofer Mode)
Read the quick start user manual included in the package and this user manual thoroughly and keep
this manual during the whole life of the product.
Register your product at http://www.dbtechnologies.com under “SUPPORT”.
Keep proof of purchase and WARRANTY (User manual “section 2”).
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MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTICAL FEATURES
DIMENSIONS
SUB 615 and S618 have the following sizes:
SUB 615: 430 x 580 x 600 (mm)
SUB 618: 500 x 625 x 690 (mm)
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FEATURES OF THE AMPLIFIER AND CONTROL SECTIONS
Class D digital custom amplier, SMPS, is at the heart
of SUB 615 and SUB 618.
The system is silent and is controlled by a dedicated
DSP that manages the different parameters.
The sound amplication power is 600 W RMS.
The amplier panel is made up of:
WARNING!
Input, Output and Control Section
Power Supply Unit Section
Never attempt to disassemble the
amplier in any way.
In case of overheating, the audio
volume is gradually reduced until
module thermal stabilization. The
level is autotically restored when
the correct operating temperature
is reached.
In the event of a malfunction,
immediately cut power supply
off, by disconnecting the module
from the mains, and contact an
authorised repair centre.
POWER SUPPLY UNIT SECTION INPUT, OUTPUT AND CONTROL SECTION
Never remove the front grille
protecting the product. To
prevent electric shock, in case of
protection grille accidental damage
or replacement (to be carried
out at the after-sales service),
immediately disconnect power
supply. Never connect mains power
supply when the grille is removed.
WARNING!
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INPUT, OUTPUT AND CONTROL SECTION
1. INPUTS
XLR (balanced) input connectors. They may be used for mono or stereo connection. For further details
concerning connection, refer to INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO DAISY CHAIN.
4. Outputs Mode
Selector allowing to set the type of output signal (Link/Xover). It acts on the daisy-chained signal from
OUTPUT connectors [2].
5. Polarity
and Subwoofer Mode buttons
Buttons allowing to control (Normal or Reverse) Polarity and the type of output ltering (Flat, i.e. without
equalisation, Boosted, i.e. low frequencies are emphasised).
3. Subwoofer Level
Rotary switch to adjust output audio level.
2. OUTPUTS
XLR (balanced) output connectors. They may be used for mono or stereo connection. For further details
concerning connection, refer to INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO DAISY CHAIN.
6. LED (Limiter, Signal/ON)
Indicator LEDs. The Limiter LED turns on when the internal protection circuit is triggered, while Signal/ON
indicates subwoofer power-up as well as the presence of an input audio signal.
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7. MAINS INPUT
VDE connector input. For connection to the mains, through the cable supplied with the device.
The FUSE section contains mains fuse housing.
8. POWER
Switch for turning device ON or OFF.
POWER SUPPLY UNIT SECTION
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The package of SUB 615 / SUB 618 subwoofer contains:
615 or 618 subwoofer
VDE power cable
quick start user manual and warranty documents in hard copy
2. FIRST POWER-UP
CONFIGURATION AND OPTIMISATION
SUB 615 and SUB 618, used in a stand-alone conguration, are characterised
by omnidirectional sound emission. This feature is emphasised in case of low
frequencies, while it decreases as frequency
increases.
For subwoofer use optimisation in given congurations, the control panel
displays the following:
Outputs Mode:
1. Link (the signal present at OUTPUTS is the one applied to the woofer)
2. Xover (the signal present at OUTPUTS is ltered with a crossover
frequency of 120 Hz, for daisy chain to a speaker, such as B-HYPE and
OPERA)
Polarity:
1. Normal (audio signal normal polarity)
2. Reverse (reverse polarity, useful for wavefront optimisation through
acoustic wave phase reversal)
Subwoofer Mode:
1. Flat (sound emission without equalisation)
2. Boosted (sound emission is emphasised in case of low frequencies)
Before power-up, set Subwoofer Level selector [3] to 0 dB (Mono or Stereo,
depending on the conguration).
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INPUT CONNECTIONS AND AUDIO DAISY CHAIN
CASE A (MONO connection) between subwoofer and
speaker (examples: gure 1, gure 2):
According to the specic conguration (mono or stereo), one or two cables (not supplied) are required at
input and at daisy chain. XLR connectors are required.
In the event of a MONO connection between
subwoofer and speaker:
1. Connect mixer output to subwoofer INPUTS 1
connector
2. Connect subwoofer OUTPUTS 1 connector to
speaker input.
3. For each speaker, select the type of input
impedance on LINE.
4. For each channel in the conguration, set
subwoofer OUTPUTS MODE [4] to XOVER, in
order to daisy-chain a signal having a crossover
frequency of 120 Hz to the speaker.
Figure 1
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Figure 3
CASE B (STEREO connection between a subwoofer and 2 speakers, gure 3)
1. Connect mixer L, R outputs to subwoofer INPUTS 1 and 2 respectively.
2. Daisy-chain the signal to the speakers, connecting OUTPUTS 1 to LH speaker Input, OUTPUTS 2 to RH
speaker Input.
3. Select the impedance for each speaker (“LINE” type).
4. Set subwoofer OUTPUTS MODE [4] to XOVER, in order to daisy-chain a signal having a crossover
frequency of 120 Hz to the speaker.
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POWER SUPPLY
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION
For power supply connection of the device, insert the connector of the supplied cable into "MAINS INPUT" [7].
Then insert the plug into an outlet having a proper earth conductor. Switch the POWER selector [8] to "ON".
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3. USAGE EXAMPLES
Types of installation other than those here described are not allowed.
Never use the handles to suspend the subwoofer
Always check that the positioning is stable and that the installation does not pose a danger to
people, animals or property.
USAGE ON SUBWOOFER WITH POLE
TELESCOPIC
It is possible to use only one speaker mounted on a 35 mm
diameter pole (e.g. series: OPERA, B-HYPE). The reference
accessory is DS-2 (telescopic pole).
The maximum allowed height between the speaker base and
the oor is 165 cm, except for B-HYPE 15 and OPERA 15, whose
maximum allowed height is 120 cm.
FLOOR USAGE
615 and 618 subwoofers may be used directly on the oor (see
gure opposite showing a usage example.)
USAGE WITH SPEAKER IN A STACK
A speaker may be installed directly on 615 or 618 subwoofer
by means of a DS2-S 35 mm diameter mini-pole (e.g. series:
INGENIA, B-HYPE, OPERA).
INGENIA series allows for 2 stacked speakers (specic accessories:
LP-IG and GSA-IG/GSA-IGA). In particular, in the event of 2 stacked
INGENIA IG3T or 2 stacked INGENIA IG4T, fastening by means of
additional belts is required to
ensure stable and safe installation.
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To completion of the series, the following accessories are provided as options:
Protection covers
Check the new compatible accessories on: www.dbtechnologies.com
4. ACCESSORIES
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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Check that power supply is present upstream of the installation.
2. Ensure that the power supply cable with VDE connector is properly plugged in.
1. Check that the input connection of the audio signal is correctly performed.
2. Check the cables for damage.
3. Ensure that the mixer or audio source is on and an output signal is present.
4. Check the general level through the “Subwoofer Level” control.
1. Check the cables for damage and replace them as required (a damaged cable may lead to signal loss or
alteration).
2. Ensure that Outputs Mode, Polarity and Subwoofer Mode selection settings are correct according to the
selected conguration.
The subwoofer will not turn on:
The subwoofer turns on but produces no sound:
Speaker sound is inappropriate:
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6. SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS
AMPLIFIER
Frequency response [-10dB]:
42 - 124 Hz (SUB 615) / 35 -130 Hz (SUB 618)
Max SPL (1m):
131 dB (SUB 615) / 133 dB (SUB 618)
LF:
15” (SUB 615) / 18” (SUB 618)
LF voice coil:
2.5”
Crossover frequency:
120 Hz
Type:
AMP SMPS
Amplication class
Class D
Power supply
1 x VDE
RMS amplier power:
600 W
Type:
Active subwoofer
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PROCESSOR
INPUTS & OUTPUTS
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USER INTERFACE
Absorption at 1/8th of power in
medium use conditions (*):
0.9 A (220-240V~) - 1.6 A (110-120V~)
Absorption at 1/3rd of power in
maximum use conditions (**):
1.7 A (220-240V~) - 2.8 A (110-120V~)
Absorption with speaker on in
no-signal condition (idle):
16 W
Inrush current:
17.9 A
POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS (ABSORPTION / INSTALLATION)
* NOTE FOR INSTALLER: Values refer to 1/8th of power, under average operating conditions (music programme with occasional or no
clipping). For any type of conguration we recommend to consider them as minimum sizing values.
** NOTE FOR INSTALLER: Values refer to 1/3rd of power, under heavy operating conditions (music programme with frequent clipping and
limiter activation). In case of professional installations and tours we recommend sizing according to these values.
Internal controller:
28-bit/56-bit DSP
Limiter:
Peak, RMS, Thermal
Controls:
Subwoofer level, Ouputs Mode, Polarity, Subwoofer Mode
Inputs:
2 x XLR Balanced Inputs
Outputs:
2x XLR Balanced Outputs
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DIMENSIONS
Product features, specications and appearance are subject to changes without prior notice. dBTechnologies
reserves the right to make changes or improvements in design or manufacture without any obligation to
incorporate such changes or improvements in products manufactured before their introduction.
A.E.B. Industriale Srl
Via Brodolini, 8
Località Crespellano
40053 VALSAMOGGIA
BOLOGNA (ITALY)
Tel +39 051 969870
Fax +39 051 969725
www.dbtechnologies.com
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Material:
Multilayer wood (with protective black paint)
Grille:
NC-machined
Handles:
2, on sides
Pole mount:
Yes, 36 mm (provision: M20)
Width:
430 mm (SUB 615) 500 mm (SUB 618)
Height:
580 mm (SUB 615) 625 mm (SUB 618)
Depth:
600 mm (SUB 615) 690 mm (SUB 618)
Weight:
25.5 kg (SUB 615) 31.1 kg (SUB 618)
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6. SPÉCIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES
INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES
DONNÉES ACOUSTIQUES
AMPLIFICATEUR
Réponse en fréquence [-10dB] :
42 - 124 Hz (SUB 615) / 35 -130 Hz (SUB 618)
Max SPL (1m) :
131 dB (SUB 615) / 133 dB (SUB 618)
LF :
15” (SUB 615) / 18” (SUB 618)
LF voice coil :
2.5”
Fréquence de crossover :
120 Hz
Type :
AMP SMPS
Classe d'amplication
Classe D
Alimentation
1 x VDE
Puissance d'amplication RMS :
600 W
Type :
Subwoofer actif
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