Dynaudio SUB 600 User Manual
Owners Manual Sub 600
Contents
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
BEFORE OPERATION
About this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Controls and connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
OPERATION
Connecting the subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Switching the subwoofer on/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the volume (GAIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Selecting the subwoofer cut-off frequency
(SUB Lowpass). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting the phase (PHASE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting the satellite cut-off frequency
(SAT Highpass) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Positioning the subwoofer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING
General tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Volume (GAIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cut-off frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
TECHNICAL INFORMATION/WARRANTY
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Owners Manual i
Introduction
English
English
Introduction
Dear Music Lover,
Thank you for your decision to acquire Dynaudio loudspeakers.
Every Dynaudio model features the advanced Dynaudio loudspeaker technology,
resulting in music reproduction at a very high level, making many familiar recordings a
new listening experience altogether. This advanced technology results from many years
of intense research and development, the highest quality standards in production, and
Dynaudio's enduring passion for musical truth.
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 TS16949 certified.
Each loudspeaker is constructed by Dynaudio's master craftsmen in Denmark to these
high standards of quality. To realize the highest sound quality from the loudspeakers,
some areas should be addressed, as will be explored on the following pages. By
considering the tips and suggestions, you will achieve the maximum performance and
enjoyment of the loudspeaker and it's advanced musical capabilities for a long time to
come.
We wish you many years of enjoyment experiencing music,
Dynaudio
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SAFETY
SAFETY 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.
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Important Safety Instructions
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. The mains plug of the power
supply cord shall remain readily operable.
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.
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BEFORE OPERATION
BEFORE OPERATION About this operating manual
Used signs and symbols
In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used.
Safety signs
General safety sign
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.
Dangerous voltage
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
NOTICE
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
Indicates in combination with a safety sign a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in damage to equipment.
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.
Indicates in combination with a safety sign a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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Text markings
About this operating manual
Note Additional information is provided, which is important to fully understand the
The arrow will identify steps to be performed. Please follow the instructions carefully.
1.
2.
3.
italics The result of a step is printed in italics. This may help you verify the success of a step.
bold Controls are printed in bold type face.
Sub 600 and how to operate it.
Multiple steps that should be performed consecutively are numbered. Please follow
these instructions carefully.
How this operating manual is structured
This operating manual is divided in three main chapters, in which you can find all the
information needed to operate the Dynaudio Sub 600 successfully:
• Before operation: Learn all about unpacking and connecting the subwoofer. The
controls and connections on the rear panel are also described here.
• Operation: In this chapter you will learn how to operate the subwoofer in general and
how to position it properly for optimum performance.
• Optimizing settings/Troubleshooting: Here detailed explanations can be found
how to optimize the settings in order to achieve the maximum sound quality.
You will find this chapter titles on top of each page for your quick navigation.
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BEFORE OPERATION
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2
3
Unpacking
To find the suitable position for the Sub 600 in your listening room, please read the
chapter “Positioning the subwoofer” on page 20.
To unpack the subwoofer
1. Unpack the subwoofer on a clean, even and soft area; floor carpeting is very suitable.
2. The packaging should be opened from the top. Remove all accessories that come
packed with the subwoofer. 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 bag you can now see the
underside of the subwoofer.
5. Open the 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 does not 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
chapter “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.
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Unpacking
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.
To remove the grille:
Gently pull the grille at all corners.
To fit the grille:
Line up the studs with the corresponding front baffle holes.
Gently push the grille in at all corners.
Note: Be careful when mounting the grille not to touch the cone of the loudspeaker itself.
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BEFORE OPERATION
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➋
➌
➍
➎
➏
➐
➑
➒
➓
Controls and connections
POWER
➊
GAINPOWER PHASE
ON AUTO
Min Max
SUB LowpassSAT Highpass
Flat 60 Hz
80 Hz
50 Hz 150 Hz
SAT/SUB Input SAT Output
LEFT
RIGHT
LFE / Slave IN OUT
SUB I/O To Slave
LFE Slave
ON
OFF
100-120V/220-240V
~ 50/60Hz 3.15A
FUSE T3.15A L 250V
0° 180°
Subwoofer auto power mode:
• ON = Auto mode disabled (subwoofer is switched on permanently, when main
power switch is set to ON).
• AUTO = Auto mode enabeld (when main power switch is set to ON and a music
signal is detected, the internal amplifier is activated automatically).
GAIN
➋
Subwoofer volume level.
PHASE
➌
Phase setting: phase can be set to 0° or 180°.
SAT Highpass
➍
Allows cutting off low frequencies of the signal provided at the SAT Output:
• Flat = signal is not processed
• 60 = cut-off frequency at 60 Hz
• 80 = cut-off frequency at 80 Hz
SUB Lowpass
➎
Subwoofer lowpass frequency: continuously variable from 50 to 150 Hz.
SAT/SUB Input, SAT Output
➏
• SAT/SUB Input: Input for full bandwidth signal from processor/receiver. This
signal will be processed according to the SAT Highpass setting and provided at
the SAT Output connection for satellite speakers to be connected.
• SAT Output: Output for satellite speakers to be connected. This signal is
processed according to the SAT Highpass setting.
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Controls and connections
100-120V/220-240V
~ 50/60Hz 3.15A
FUSE T3.15A L 250V
OFF
ON
➊
➋
➌
➍
➎
➏
➐
➑
➒
➓
SUB I/O, To Slave
➐
• LFE/Slave IN: input for LFE signal from processor/receiver. Note that the signal
must be a true LFE signal or already have been filtered by the processor/receiver,
as SUB Lowpass does not have an effect in combination with the LFE input.
• OUT: output to next subwoofer if installed.
LFE/Slave
➑
Subwoofer operation mode LFE or Slave:
• LFE: setting if just one subwoofer is used or for first subwoofer if system consists
ON AUTO
Flat 60 Hz
GAINPOWER PHASE
Min Max
SUB LowpassSAT Highpass
80 Hz
50 Hz 150 Hz
0° 180°
of multiple subwoofers. Note that the SUB Lowpass control does not have an
LEFT
SAT/SUB Input SAT Output
effect when the LFE Mode is selected.
• Slave: setting for second and all following subwoofers. Note that the SUB
Lowpass, PHASE and GAIN controls do not have an effect when the Slave
Mode is selected.
RIGHT
LFE / Slave IN OUT
SUB I/O To Slave
ON/OFF
➒
Main power switch (to switch the subwoofer manually on and off).
1
LED: shows operation mode:
• red = subwoofer switched on and in mute mode
• green = subwoofer is activated
LFE Slave
AC IN
➓
Main power input.
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OPERATION
OPERATION Connecting the subwoofer
NOTICE
Damage of device due to improper connection
Set the mains power switch to OFF before connecting the Sub 600.
Only switch the subwoofer on (mains power switch to ON) after all connections and set
up steps have been properly completed.
Note: The Dynaudio Sub 600 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.
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