User manual DYNACORD SUB 800A

[. . . ] CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the Operating Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Security regulations as stated in the EN 60065 (VDE 0860 / IEC 65) and the CSA E65 - 94 have to be obeyed when servicing the appliance. Use of a mains separator transformer is mandatory during maintenance while the appliance is opened, needs to be operated and is connected to the mains 3. [. . . ] Therefore, keep the original invoice together with the warranty certificate at a safe place. Set up and Connections Place the SUB 800A on an even ground if possibly by using the supplied rubber feet to ensure safe operation. Make sure to check the stability of the system when using pole-mount stands. Do not cover the heat sink on the subwoofer's rear during operation. Otherwise, the SUB 800A will enter protection mode because of thermal overload. Although this provides reliable protection for the subwoofer, sound reproduction is muted until the normal operation mode is regained. Mains power is supplied via the Neutrik's professional PowerCon connector system and by use of an extreme long (5m) mains cord. This ensures an absolute secure and reliable power supply connection. However, with large installations consisting of several active cabinets, the use of high-quality mains distributors that allow high power consumption and offer reliable protection throughout the entire system is strongly recommended. Before establishing the mains connection for the first time, make sure that the SUB800A's operation voltage setting, which can be found on a label next to the mains switch, corresponds to your local mains network. Caution: Before switching on the power of the SUB800A always set the LEVEL control to its counterclockwise stop. A playing sound source could otherwise lead to extreme output levels. This Quick Start Manual outlines the set up and operation of a SUB800A used as add-on subwoofer together with a PowerMate (see configuration examples). The operation procedures are equivalent for other mixers. Set up your PowerMate system as usual and connect a signal source to the power mixer (e. Place your SUB800A somewhere between your full-range cabinets. Set the SUB800A's LEVEL control to its counterclockwise stop and connect the unit to a wall outlet using the supplied PowerCon mains cord. Use a stereo phone plug cable to connect the PowerMate's MONO OUT to the SUB800A's L/MONO INPUT. Be sure to switch on the PowerMate first and then the SUB800A. switching on the SUB800A last is recommended. Otherwise, unwanted power-on noise might occur. When switching off your equipment, please proceed in the opposite order, i. [. . . ] Cables from the DYNACORD accessory assortment provide correct, secure and reliable connection. The following illustration shows the most important cable connections and their pin-assignment. Add-On operation The easiest way to expand your power mixer by means of a SUB800A. Stereo 2-way active operation with mono subwoofer In this operation mode only the Mid/High signals are fed to the fullrange speaker cabinets, which allows higher acoustic output levels. [. . . ]