Dynaudio SUB 500, SUB 300 Owner's Manual
Dynaudio Sub
Owners Manual/Bedienungsanleitung
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Dynaudio Sub 300
Dynaudio Sub 500
Contents
Dear Music Lover..................................................................................................... 1
Important Safety Instructions................................................................................. 2
Safety signs......................................................................................................... 3
Signal words........................................................................................................ 3
About this operating manual .................................................................................. 4
Used signs and symbols ..................................................................................... 4
Unpacking ................................................................................................................ 5
Grille.................................................................................................................... 5
Controls and connections ...................................................................................... 6
Connecting the subwoofer ..................................................................................... 7
Master and Slave mode ...................................................................................... 7
Connecting a single subwoofer ........................................................................... 7
Connecting multiple subwoofers ......................................................................... 8
Connecting using the XLR sockets ..................................................................... 8
Operating the subwoofer ........................................................................................ 9
Fitting the remote control battery......................................................................... 9
Switching on/off ................................................................................................. 10
Changing the volume level (LEVEL) ................................................................. 12
Setting the cross-over frequency (CROSSOVER FREQUENCY)..................... 12
Activating the bass extension (EXT) ................................................................. 13
Setting the phase (PHASE)............................................................................... 13
Storing and Recalling Presets (PRESET) ......................................................... 14
Positioning the subwoofer.................................................................................... 15
Room modes..................................................................................................... 15
Corner placement.............................................................................................. 16
Next to wall, away from corner .......................................................................... 16
Free standing, away from wall and corner ........................................................ 16
Multiple subwoofers........................................................................................... 16
Finding the correct settings ................................................................................. 17
Volume level...................................................................................................... 17
Cross-over frequencies ..................................................................................... 18
Phase ................................................................................................................ 20
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 21
Changing the fuse ................................................................................................. 23
Factory default settings ........................................................................................ 23
Technical specifications ....................................................................................... 24
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 25
Dynaudio Sub 300/500
English
Dear Music Lover
Dear Music Lover,
Thank you for purchasing this Dynaudio subwoofer. With it, you have
chosen for the latest in audio technology and engineering, culminating
into the finest in audio reproduction.
Dynaudio is one of very few companies who can realize such
loudspeaker concepts through it's own in-house development and
production facilities. These facilities are so advanced and the quality
control is so strict that Dynaudio is likely the only specialty audio company
to have exceeded ISO 9000 and earned QS 9000 certification. Each
Subwoofer model is constructed by Dynaudio's master craftsmen in
Denmark to these high standards of quality.
With their dynamic, accurate performance and ease of integration into
even elaborate systems, Dynaudio subwoofers are ideally suited to
obtain maximum enjoyment from High-Resolution formats such as DVDAudio and SACD. These characteristics in combination with sustained
high volume level capabilities make Dynaudio subwoofers also an ideal
choice for demanding Home Theater set-ups.
In order to obtain the best possible performance from your Dynaudio
subwoofer, please carefully read and follow the instructions.
We wish you many musical and exciting moments with your subwoofer,
Dynaudio
Dynaudio Sub 300/500 1
Before Operation
Before Operation
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should
not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
16.To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from the receptacle.
17.The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
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Before Operation
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
DO NOT OPEN!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the rear panel and do not expose the apparatus to
rain or moisture. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Safety signs
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
Signal words
CAUTION
WARNING
Indicates in combination with a safety sign a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury or damage to equipment.
Indicates in combination with a safety sign a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Dynaudio Sub 300/500 3
Before Operation
About this operating manual
Used signs and symbols
In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used:
Note Additional information is provided, which is important to fully understand the
italics The result of a step is printed in italics. This may help you verify the success of a
bold-grey Controls are printed in bold-grey type face.
Sub 300/500 and how to operate it.
X The arrow will identify steps to be performed. Please follow the instructions carefully.
1.
Multiple steps that should be performed consecutively are numbered. Please follow
2.
these instructions carefully.
3.
step.
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Before Operation
Unpacking
To find the suitable position for the Sub 300/500 in your listening room, please read
the chapter “Positioning the subwoofer” on page 15.
Unpacking the subwoofer
1. Unpack the subwoofer on a clean, even and soft area; floor carpeting is very
1.
2.
3.
suitable.
2. The packaging should be opened from the top. Remove all accessories that
come packed with the subwoofer (such as AC power cord and grille). Do not
remove the top part of the protective material.
3. With the protective material still in place but with accessories removed, carefully
tilt the packaging on its side and tilt again to turn it upside-down. Ensure that no
part of the top-cover is obstructing the opening at the top.
4. The outer packaging can now be lifted away from the subwoofer itself. Remove
the protective material that now is on top. Through the polyethylene bag you can
now see the underside of the subwoofer.
5. Open the plastic bag and remove such from around the base of the subwoofer.
6. Again, carefully tilt the subwoofer on its side and again to turn it onto its feet. Note
that the top part of the protective material will now come off easily so ensure that
the subwoofer doesn’t drop or slide away in the process.
Check that the contents are complete:
• Subwoofer: The factory-set power requirements (refer to label on rear of
subwoofer) should correspond for the region where the subwoofer was purchased.
Refer also to “Important Safety Instructions” on page 2.
• Front baffle grille.
• AC mains lead. The supplied lead should be suitable for the region where the
subwoofer was purchased.
• Owners Manual.
Grille
The subwoofer can be operated without the grille. However, it is recommended that
the grille is mounted during normal use to help prevent accidental damage or dirt
settling on the cone of the loudspeaker. With subwoofers, the influence of the grille on
the sound is virtually negligible.
NOTICE
• Be careful when mounting the grille not to touch the cone of the loudspeaker itself.
To fit the grille:
X Holding it at a 45° angle vertically, align the bottom magnets of the grille with the
bolts on the loudspeaker‘s baffle.
X Gently straighten up the grille until the top magnets of the grille meet the top bolts
of the baffle.
The magnets will click into place. The grille is now attached to the baffle.
To remove the grille:
X Removing the grille is the same procedure in reverse.
Dynaudio Sub 300/500 5
Before Operation
Remote Eye
1
D NAUDIO
Dynaudio A/S - Skanderborg - Denmark
Master
Slave
INPUT
On
8
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Preset
Settings
Processed OUT
Input
2
Function
4
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover.
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer service to qualified personnel.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not exposure to rain or moisture.
POWER
6
LEVEL POWER
Store
Protect
To Slave
AC IN
7
Controls and connections
Subwoofer back panel
1 Remote Eye
3
5
9
Infrared receiver.
2 Input Function
Subwoofer operation mode: Master or Slave
• Master: setting if just one subwoofer is used or for first subwoofer if system
consists of multiple subwoofers.
• Slave: setting for second and all following subwoofers.
In Slave mode just the remote control POWER functions are available.
3 Preset Settings
Preset mode selector:
• Store: position when saving presets.
• Protect: position to protect presets from overwriting.
4 INPUT
Input for LFE or full bandwidth signal from processor/receiver.
Connector types: Cinch (top), XLR (below).
5 Processed OUT To Slave
Output to next subwoofer if installed: Cinch (top), XLR (below).
6POWER
Main power switch to switch the subwoofer manually on (On) and off. When
switched off, the subwoofer can not be switched on by the remote control.
7AC IN
Mains power input.
Remote Control
SUBWOOFER CONTROL DSC 1
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY Hz
60
80
100 FLAT
10
8 LEVEL
Subwoofer volume level.
9POWER
Switching the subwoofer on/off manually.
PHASE
o
180
o
90
o
10 CROSSOVER FREQUENCY Hz
11
Cross-over frequency setting: 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, FLAT.
11 PHAS E
Phase setting: phase can be set to 0°, 90°, 180° or 270°.
12
12 PRESET
Up to four settings can be stored and recalled on demand.
13 EXT
Extension of bass level (EXT = Extended).
13
ON
ADCB
PRESET
OFF
EXT
D NAUDIO
A U T H E N T I C F I D E L I T Y
270
o
0
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Before Operation
Connecting the subwoofer
CAUTION
X Before making any connections to the subwoofer we strongly recommend that
X Only switch the subwoofer on (mains power switch to On) after all connections
NOTICE
• The Dynaudio Sub 300/500 can be controlled by any source provided with a LFE or
preamplifier output. In the operating manual the expression “processor/receiver”
will be used for all these sources.
• In order to avoid interference and noise, we recommend you use quality, well
shielded cables.
Master and Slave mode
The subwoofer can operate in two different modes:
• Master or
• Slave.
If your system consists of multiple subwoofers, it is desirable that all subwoofers
operate with identical settings (LEVEL, CROSSOVER FREQUENCY, PHASE and
EXT).
Using the Master/Slave feature of Dynaudio subwoofers this is easily achieved: The
Master subwoofer (connected directly to the subwoofer output of the amplifier or
receiver) will control all Slave subwoofers (connected to the Master subwoofer). Thus,
using a single remote control, all subwoofers in the system will follow all settings from
the Master subwoofer. Note that in Slave mode, only the On/Off and
Auto/Manual selections are available.
DAMAGE OF DEVICE DUE TO IMPROPER CONNECTION!
the Sub 300/500 is disconnected from the mains outlet.
and set up steps have been properly completed.
LFE/SUB Out
Connecting a single subwoofer
1.
Input
Function
Master
Slave
INPUT
2.
Store
Preset
Settings
Protect
Processed OUT
To Slave
Dynaudio Sub 300/500 7
1. From the processor or receiver's low-level (not a speaker output) subwoofer
output (often marked as “subwoofer out”, “Sub out” or “LFE”), connect a mono
RCA-to-RCA or XLR-to-XLR cable to the subwoofer's INPUT (for information
about XLR connections refer to “Connecting using the XLR sockets” on page 8).
2. Set the subwoofer's Input Function switch to the Master position. In this position
you will be able to change the settings with the remote control.
X After all connections are made, connect the supplied mains lead to the
subwoofer's IEC power socket and a mains outlet.
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