Carlsbro SLAMMER 2, SLAMMER II User Manual

WORLD CLASS PA & AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS SINCE 1959

WORLD CLASS PA & AMPLIFICATION SYSTEMS SINCE 1959

COMPLIANCE
This equipment is designed to comply with the following standards;
BS EN50082-1:1992
BS EN55013:1990
BS En60065

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Together we will make music matter

“We have been producing world class
amplification and PA since 1959
thank you for your support, together
we can make music matter!”

Andrew Bishop

Chairman

CARLSBRO ELECTRONICS LIMITED

Evolution House, 6 Maisies Way, The Village, South Normanton, Derbyshire.
DE55 2DS England

Check out the full Carlsbro range of products, including PA systems,
amplifiers and stacks suitable for electric guitar, acoustic instruments,
bass guitar, keyboards and much more. See our website
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08452 582 909 for advice on environmentally

sound disposal

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage Requirement (Factory Preset)
230V 207-253V 50-60Hz AC
115V 104-125V 50-60Hz AC
Power Consumption 990VA
Subwoofer Power Output 300W rms
Frequency Response 35Hz-250Hz
Satellite Power Output @ 4Ω 2 x 150W rms
Frequency Response 20Hz-20KHz
Height 700mm
Width 320mm
Depth 450mm
Weight (Approx) 31.6Kgs

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

Many approved Carlsbro accessories are available to help you get
the most out of your Slammer II active subwoofer, such as Speaker
stands, cables, mixing desks and many more items. For more
information, talk to your local Carlsbro retailer of visit the website
at WWW.CARLSBRO.COM for the full range of Carlsbro products..

Carlsbro Electronics Limited constantly seek ways to enhance our
products, and improvements take place continually. Whilst every
effort is made to produce up to date literature, Carlsbro Electronics
Limited reserve the right to alter specifications without prior notice.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for buying The SLAMMER II active subwoofer. Correctly used
it will provide years of reliable service and fulfill all you performance needs.
Please read this user guide thoroughly in order to safeguard your
equipment and to obtain maximum performance from it.

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

Carefully unpack the unit. If it appears damaged in any way, return it to
the retailer it was purchased from in its original packaging. Carlsbro
Electronics Ltd cannot accept any responsibility for damage arising from
the use of non-approved packaging.

SYSTEM CONTENTS

• Slammer II

• AC Power Lead

• Manual

• Guarantee Card

• Tamper Panel

MAIN FEATURES:

• Balanced XLR/jack inputs

• Unbalanced jack/phono inputs

• Balanced XLR link outputs

• Independent subwoofer and satellite level controls

• Independent left, right and subwoofer limiters

• Active sub-bass filter

• Switchable active 120Hz low cut on Satellite outputs

• Variable subwoofer cross-over from 80Hz to 220Hz

• Subwoofer phase invert switch

• Recessed control panel with tamper cover

• 600W RMS Power output (300W Subwoofer and 2 x 150W outputs)

• 2 x 10” Kevlar reinforced Powertone™ Loudspeakers

• Forced air cooling

• Custom punched metal grille

• Non-slip rubber feet

• Integrated handles

STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

Always store Your Slammer II on a flat surface away from any sources of
moisture. When used for an installation, Carlsbro recommend the use of the
included tamper panel to stop undesired alteration to the set up of your
Slammer II.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem Possible Cause Solution

No sound Power switch off Turn unit on
(Mains switch not illuminated) Faulty Power lead Replace Lead

Blown Mains Fuse Replace fuse with same type and

rating

No Sound (mains switch illuminated) No signal connected Insert signal

Sound source too low Increase level of audio source

Damaged cable Replace signal cable
Output level set too low Increase level control

Output is distorted Output level too high decrease level until limit light

illuminates
intermittently
Input signal too strong Reduce level of input signal
Damaged input cables Replace cables

Limit lights stay on Level control set too high Reduce corresponding level control

Small amount off Bass Cross-over frequency too low Increase cross-over frequency

Subwoofer level set too low Increase Subwoofer level

Subwoofer and satellite speakers Press Phase switch

Are out of phase

Satellite cabinets’ sound undefined Too much Bass through Press 120Hz Low Cut switch in

satellite speakers

Sound does not project Satellite speakers are too low Increase height of satellite cabinets
to back of room insufficient output Increase level controls until limit

lights

TOP PANEL FEATURES

1. Left Link Output: This balanced output is connected in parallel with the left
input. When a signal is connected to the left input this output can be used
to link to another system. NOTE: This output is only balanced only, when a
balanced signal is connected to the input. Should an unbalanced signal be
connected then the output will also be unbalanced.

2. Left XLR/Jack Input: This input ‘combi’ socket is suitable for the connection
of line level high or low impedance, balanced or unbalanced, Male XLR or
1/4” Jack. Always use good quality screened audio cables to connect your
Slammer II. The use of balanced operation reduces noise and hum. The
wiring convention is as follows:
Balanced XLR
Pin 1 = Screen (Ground) Pin 2 = In Phase (Hot)
Pin 3 = Anti-Phase (Cold)
Unbalanced XLR
Pin 1 = Screen (Ground) Pin 2 = Signal (Hot)
Pin 3 = Link to Pin 1
Balanced Jack
Sleeve = Screen (Ground) Ring = Anti-Phase (Cold)
Tip = In Phase (Hot)
Unbalanced Jack
Sleeve = Screen (Ground) Tip = Signal

3. Phono Inputs: These 2 connections are designed to take a stereo line level
signal from a cd player, Laptop PC, MP3 player etc. The Red connection is
the right channel input and the white connection is for the left channel. The
wiring convention is as follows:
Ring = Screen (Ground) Pin = Signal

4. Right XLR/Jack Inputs: This is identical to the left ‘combi’ socket input, but
for the right channel.

5. Right Link Output: This is identical to the left link output, but for the right
channel.

6. Left Level: This controls the output level (volume) for the left Satellite
speaker output. For maximum output turn this control clockwise until the
‘Limit’ LED intermittently illuminates. The limit warning should illuminate
only on the peaks of the signal, not continuously.

7. Left Limit LED: This LED illuminates to indicate that the input signal to the
amplifier is at its maximum allowable level and the signal is being limited to
reduce distortion.

8.120Hz Low Cut: This switch activates a 120Hz active high pass filter that
removes all low bass signals from both left and right Satellite speaker
outputs.

9. Right Level: This is identical to the left level control, but for the right
channel.

10. Right Limit LED: This is identical to the left Limit LED, but for the right
channel.

11. Subwoofer Level: This control sets the output level for the internal
subwoofer. For maximum output turn this control clockwise until the
limit LED intermittently illuminates.

12. Subwoofer Limit LED: This light shows when the input signal to the
subwoofer is at its maximum allowable level and the signal is being
limited to reduce the audible distortion.

13. Phase Invert: This switch changes the subwoofer phase by 180
degrees relative to the satellite cabinets. Depending on venue and
cabinet position you may get a more coherent sound with the switch
in or out. Try this during set up to get the best result.

14. Cross-Over Frequency: This sets the uppermost frequencies that will
be amplified through the subwoofer. At its minimum level only the
lowest of bass notes will be amplified (80Hz and below), and at
maximum (fully clockwise) the subwoofer will amplify from very low
bass to low mid frequencies (220Hz and below).

REAR PANEL FEATURES

1. Left Speaker Output: This 2 pole ‘Speakon’ socket is for the connection of
the one satellite speaker. NOTE: Speaker must be rated at a minimum of
150W rms (continuous) power and be no lower in impedance than 4Ω).

2. Right Speaker Output: This is identical to the left output, but for the right
audio channel

3. Mains Switch: When this switch is set to ‘1’ the switch will illuminate and
the Slammer II will be active. When this switch is set to ‘0’ the light will
turn off and the internal electronics will be isolated from the mains
electricity supply.

4. IEC Input Socket: Connect the supplied IEC mains lead here. Should the
mains fuse need replacing, it is located below the mains input. Always
replace the fuse with type and rating printed on the rear panel of your
Slammer II. If the replacement fuse blows immediately then contact your
local service agent. DO NOT fit a higher rated fuse.

NOTE: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY
BEFORE CHANGING THE FUSE.

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