MAG Sub 18A, Sub 28A, Sub 28, Sub 15, Sub 15i User Manual

SUBWOOFER SERIES

User Manual

Systems:

Sub 12 Sub 12A
Sub 15 Sub 15A
Sub 18 Sub 18A
Sub 28 Sub 28A
Sub 12i
Sub 15i
Sub 18i
Sub C15
Sub H12
Sub H25
Sub H28

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Contents

Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................................2

Panel A. Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................................................4

1. Safety instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................7

2. Regulatory information ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

3. SUBWOOFER series ...............................................................................................................................................................9

3.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................9

3.2 SUBWOOFER series speaker models ......................................................................................................................9

4. Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................................................10

5. System operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 12

5.1. Rigging .................................................................................................................................................................................12

5.2. Flying Sub 15 or Sub 18 with M10 mounting points ......................................................................................12

5.3. Eye-bolt orientation ......................................................................................................................................................12

5.4. Flying a Sub 15 or Sub 18 stack with array mount adapters .....................................................................13

5.5. Flying a Sub 15 or Sub 18 stack via flying frame .............................................................................................13

5.6. Wall mounting of Sub 12i, Sub 15i and Sub 18i.................................................................................................14

5.7. Passive speakers ..............................................................................................................................................................15

5.7.1. Passive connections ................................................................................................................................................15

5.8. Powered speakers ..........................................................................................................................................................17

5.8.1. Mains connection. ..................................................................................................................................................19

5.8.2. Signal connections. ................................................................................................................................................19

5.8.3. Sub 28A presets. .....................................................................................................................................................19

6. Standard contents ................................................................................................................................................................20

7. Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................21

8. Warranty and assistance ................................................................................................................................................... 22

8.1. Product warranty ...........................................................................................................................................................22

8.2. Assistance ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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Panel A. Dimensions

390

443

440

479

530

610

621

460

242

Sub 12
Sub 12A

Sub 18
Sub 28A

Sub 15
Sub 15A

522

229

Sub 18
Sub 28A

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1150

530

651

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Sub 12i

610

185

486

335

700

150

370

527

840

200

600

440

Sub 15i

200

530

754

185

614

150

Sub 18i

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Sub C15

480

508

517

492

765

608

984

710

910

984

744

938

Sub H12

Sub H25 Sub H28

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1. Safety instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

= =

DO NOT OPEN

=

EXPLANATIONS OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS

The triangle with the lightning bolt is used to alert the
user to the risk of electric shock.

The triangle with the exclamation point is used to
alert the user to important operating or maintenance
instructions.

The CE-mark indicates the compliance with the low
voltage and electromagnetic compatibility.

Symbol for earth/ground connection.

Symbol indicating that the equipment is for indoor use
only.

Symbol for conformity with Directive 2002/96/EC and
Directive 2003/108/EC of the European Parliament on
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY PART OF THE
UNIT. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS APPARATUS
FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.

THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD
MUST REMAIN READILY ACCESSIBLE.

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS.
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.

CONNECTIONS TO THE MAINS SHALL BE DONE ONLY
BY AN ELECTROTECHNICALLY SKILLED PERSON
ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF
THE COUNTRIES WHERE THE UNIT IS SOLD.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions carefully.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this equipment 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 use near heat sources such as stoves, heat registers,
radiators or other equipment (including amplifiers) that produces
heat.

9. Do not use the unit near open fire sources.

10. Connect the unit only to the electric network with grounding.
Use only electic plugs that provide grounding.

11. Protect the power cord from being walked on, pinched, or
otherwise damaged.

12. Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer.

13. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the system 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 unit, the unit 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, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS SYSTEM UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

THIS UNIT CONTAINS POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK OR HAZARD, DO NOT
REMOVE THE AMPLIFIER MODULE. NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

INSTALLING OF THIS UNIT MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY
QUALIFIED TRAINED PERSONNEL FOLLOWING APPLICABLE
SAFETY RULES. DO NOT ALLOW INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT
IF INSTALLATION HARDWARE IS BROKEN, BENT, PARTS ARE
MISSING OR IS OTHERWISE DAMAGED.

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2. Regulatory information

FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE: 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 instruction manual, 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 o 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 distance between the equipment
and receiver.

- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a
circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer:

MAG Audio LLC
Merezhna 2
Bila Tserkva, Kyiv region
09112 Ukraine

We declare that under our sole responsibility the
products:

Model Names:

Sub 12-4, Sub 12-8,
Sub 15-4, Sub 15-8,
Sub 18-4, Sub 18-8,
Sub 28, Sub 12A, Sub 15A,
Sub 18A, Sub 28,
Sub 12i-4, Sub 12i-8,
Sub 15i-4, Sub 15i-8,
Sub 18i-4, Sub 18i-8,
Sub C15, Sub H12,
Sub H25, Sub H28

Intended use: Professional Speaker System

Are in conformity with the provisions of the
following EC Directives, including all amendments,
and with the national legislation implementing
these directives:

- 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive

- 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

- 2002/95/CE RoHs Directive

The following harmonized standards are applied:

EN 55103-1:2009 /A1:2012
EN 55014-1:2006 /A1:2009 /A2:2011
EN 55022:2010 /AC:2011
EN 61000-3-2:2006 /A1:2009 /A2: 2009
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN 61000-3-11:2000
EN 61000-3-12:2011
EN 55103-2:2009 /IS:2012
EN 61000-4-2:2009
EN 61000-4-3:2006 /A1:2008 /IS1:2009 /A2:2010
EN 61000-4-4:2012
EN 61000-4-5:2006
EN 61000-4-6:2014
EN 61000-4-11:2004

EN 60065:2002 /A1:2006 /A11:2008 /A2:2010 /A12:2011

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22 January 2019

Alexey Asanov
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3. SUBWOOFER series

3.1 Introduction

Subwoofer series serves as an ultimate low
frequency reinforcement range that represents
all-purpose solutions, capable to meet the specific
demands of any and all innovative projects.

Series includes conventional passive and powered
boxes for mobile and stationary use, installation­ready cabinets with several mounting possibilities
and weatherproof option, and special-purpose
subwoofers for low-frequency clusters in touring
and concert applications.

3.2 SUBWOOFER series speaker models

SUBWOOFER series includes following speaker
models:

Sub 12-4 part number 00-0004616
Sub 12-8 part number 00-0005856

Sub 15-4 part number 00-0005854
Sub 15-8 part number 00-0004613

Sub 18-4 part number 00-0005855
Sub 18-8 part number 00-0004478

Sub 28-4 part number 00-0004617

Sub 12A part number 00-0004615
Sub 15A part number 00-0004614
Sub 18A part number 00-0004328
Sub 28A part number 00-0004618

Sub 12i-4 part number 00-0006521
Sub 12i-8 part number 00-0004550

Sub 15i-4 part number 00-0006522
Sub 15i-8 part number 00-0004535

Sub 18i-4 part number 00-0006523
Sub 18i-8 part number 00-0004536

Sub C15 part number 00-0004611
Sub H12 part number 00-0003871
Sub H25 part number 00-0004612
Sub H28 part number 00-0004396

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4. Specifications

System

Sub 12

Passive subwoofer

Sub 15

Passive subwoofer

Sub 18

Passive subwoofer

Sub 28

Passive subwoofer

Frequency Response (−10dB) 45 - 300 Hz 37 - 300 Hz 33 - 300 Hz 30 - 220 Hz

Max SPL

1

130,5 dB 133 dB 138 dB 143 dB

Sensitivity (1W/1m) 95 dB 94 dB 98 dB 100 dB

LF Driver 12”, 3" VC 15”, 4” VC 18”, 4” VC 2x 18”, 4” VC

Impedance

Nominal power

4 Ohm (Sub 12-4)

8 Ohm (Sub 12-8)

2

450 W 1000 W 1300 W 2600 W

4 Ohm (Sub 15-4)
8 Ohm (Sub 15-8)

4 Ohm (Sub 18-4)
8 Ohm (Sub 18-8)

4 Ohm

Connectors 2x Neutrik Speakon 2x Neutrik Speakon 2x Neutrik Speakon 2x Neutrik Speakon

Dimensions (W×H×D), mm 390x463x443 mm 440x523x479 mm 530x613x621 mm 530x1153x651 mm

Net weight, kg 29 kg 37 kg 42 kg 78 kg

Shipping weight, kg 32 kg 40 kg 45 kg 81 kg

Mounting

Enclosure material

Grill

1

- peak value, calculated according to AES 2 - 2012

2

- based on transducer power measured according to AES 2 - 2012

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

Two M20 distance

pole adapters

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

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Sub 12i

Installation subwoofer

Sub 15i

Installation subwoofer

Sub 18i

Installation subwoofer

Frequency Response (−10dB) 45 - 300 Hz 37 - 300 Hz 33 - 300 Hz

Max SPL

1

130,5 dB 133 dB 138 dB

Sensitivity (1W/1m) 95 dB 94 dB 98 dB

LF Driver 12”, 3" VC 15”, 4” VC 18”, 4” VC

Impedance

Nominal power

4 Ohm (Sub 12i-4)

8 Ohm (Sub 12i-8)

2

450 W 1000 W 1300 W

4 Ohm (Sub 15i-4)
8 Ohm (Sub 15i-8)

4 Ohm (Sub 18-4)
8 Ohm (Sub 18-8)

Connectors Barrier strip Barrier strip Barrier strip

Dimensions (W×H×D), mm 616x486x335 mm 700x527x370 mm 840x600x440 mm

Net weight, kg 29 kg 36 kg 50 kg

Shipping weight, kg 33 kg 41 kg 55 kg

Mounting

Enclosure material

Grill

1

- peak value, calculated according to AES 2 - 2012

2

- based on transducer power measured according to AES 2 - 2012

10x M10 mounting point;

VESA 200x200

Plywood; wear-resistant

paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

10x M10 mounting point;

VESA 200x200

Plywood; wear-resistant

paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

10x M10 mounting point;

VESA 200x200

Plywood; wear-resistant

paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

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System

Sub 12A

Powered subwoofer

Sub 15A

Powered subwoofer

Sub 18A

Powered subwoofer

Sub 28A

Powered subwoofer

Frequency Response (−10dB) 43 - 170 Hz 35 - 170 Hz 31 - 170 Hz 30 - 250 Hz

Max SPL (calculated) 127,5 dB 134 dB 138 dB 139,5 dB

LF Driver 12”, 3" VC 15”, 4” VC 18”, 4” VC 2x 18”, 4” VC

Amplifier power 650 W 2400 W 2400 W 3000 W

Amplifier

Class D, fan cooling,

DSP

Class D, fan cooling,

DSP

Class D, fan cooling,

DSP

Class D, fan cooling,

DSP

Input sensitivity 0 dBV (1 V RMS) 0 dBV (1 V RMS) 0 dBV (1 V RMS) 0 dBV (1 V RMS)

Connectors

XLR input, XLR

output, Powercon

mains

XLR input, XLR

output, Powercon

mains

XLR input, XLR

output, Powercon

mains

XLR input, XLR

output, Powercon

mains

Dimensions (W×H×D), mm 390x463x443 mm 440x523x479 mm 530x613x621 mm 530x1153x651 mm

Net weight, kg 32 kg 40 kg 45 kg 81 kg

Shipping weight, kg 35 kg 43 kg 48 kg 84 kg

Mounting

Enclosure material

Grill

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

M20 distance pole

adapter

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

Two M20 distance

pole adapters

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

System

Sub C15

Passive arrayable

subwoofer

Sub H12

Passive arrayable

subwoofer

Sub H25

Passive hybrid-horn

subwoofer

Sub H28

Passive hybrid-horn

subwoofer

Frequency Response (−10dB) 37 - 300 Hz 42 - 140 Hz 37 - 120 Hz 28 - 120 Hz

Max SPL

1

133 dB 140 dB 146,5 dB 149,5 dB

Sensitivity (1W/1m) 94 dB 101 dB 105 dB 106 dB

LF Driver 15”, 4" VC 12”, 4” VC 2x 15”, 4” VC 2x 18”, 4,5” VC

Impedance 8 Ohm 8 Ohm 4 Ohm 4 Ohm

Nominal power

2

1000 W 950 W 1700 W 2900 W

Connectors Barrier strip 4x Neutrik Speakon 4x Neutrik Speakon 4x Neutrik Speakon

Dimensions (W×H×D), mm 456x509x513 mm 608x460x765 mm 700x980x900 mm 700x980x938 mm

Net weight, kg 38 kg 44,6 kg 92 kg 115 kg

Shipping weight, kg 41 kg 47,6 k g 96 kg 120 kg

Mounting

Enclosure material

Grill

1

- peak value, calculated according to AES 2 - 2012

2

- based on transducer power measured according to AES 2 - 2012

Integrated flying

hardware

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

Integrated flying

hardware

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

Integrated mounting

hardware

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

Integrated mounting

hardware

Plywood; wear-

resistant paint

Steel grill, acoustically

transparent foam

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5. System operation

5.1. Rigging

Several SUBWOOFER series systems are equipped with M10 mounting points for flown installation.

Rigging must be performed only by trained personnel following the established safety rules.

MAXIMUM WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES!

MAKE SURE THE SUPPORT STRUCTURE IS CAPABLE OF HOLDING THE APPLIED WEIGHT WHILE
SUSPENDING THE SYSTEM!

5.2. Flying Sub 15 or Sub 18 with M10 mounting points

Required accessories:
VA-0016 (part No. 00-00003695)

Sub 15 and Sub 18 are fit with eight M10 mounting points, allowing for suspended mounting with M10
eyebolts.

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5.3. Eye-bolt orientation

While flying, applied force must be in the plane of the
VA-0016 eyebolt’s ring. It is prohibited to arrange the rig
in the way that force is at the angle from the eyebolt’s ring
plane.

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5.4. Flying a Sub 15 or Sub 18 stack
with array mount adapters

Accessories:
VA-0010 (part No. 00-00002878) - 4 pcs
AM-Sub-15 (part No. 00-0006742)

- 4 pcs or
AM-Sub-18 (part No. 00-0006741)

- 4 pcs

1. Remove 8 pcs of M10 mounting bolts for
cabinet’s mounting sockets (Pic 1).

2. Align 4 pcs of AM-Sub-15 (For Sub 15)
or 4 pcs of AM-Sub-18 (For Sub 18) array
mounts with M10 mounting sockets of the
cabinet (Pic 2).

3. Use 8 pcs of M10 mounting bolts to
secure array mounts onto the cabinets
(Pic 3).

4. Align a pair of Sub 15 or a pair of Sub 18
cabinets with array mounts attached. Insert
array mounts’ links into corresponding
sockets (Pic 4).

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3

2

5. Secure connection with 4 pcs of
VA-0010 8mm pins (Pic 5, 6).

6. Attach additional cabinets if necessary

NO MORE THAN 4 PCS OF SUB 15 OR SUB
18 CABINETS MAY BE FLOWN WITH AM­SUB-15 OR AM-SUB-18 ARRAY MOUNTS.

5.5. Flying a Sub 15 or Sub 18 stack
via flying frame

Required accessories:
VA-0010 (Part No. 00-00002878) - 4 pcs
WSF-01 (Part No. 00-0004068) - 1 pcs

1. Assemble a stack of Sub 15 or Sub 18 as
per paragraph 5.4.

2. Align the upper subwoofer with WSF-01
flying frame. Array mounts’ link should fit
into the frame’s sockets. (Pic. 1).

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3. Secure connection with four VA-0010
pins. (Pic. 2).

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5.6. Wall mounting of Sub 12i, Sub
15i and Sub 18i

Accessories:
LLS (part No. 00-00002647) - 1 pcs

1. Attach the mounting plate of the LLS
mounting bracket to the wall using fixing
holes provided (Pic 1).

2. Attach two mounting planks of the
LLS mounting bracket to VESA 200x200
mounting holes of the cabinet using M6
bolts. (Pic 2).

3. Hang the cabinet with attached mounting
planks onto the mounting plate (Pic 3, 4).

4. Use a hex key to secure the mounting
bracket by tightening two M6 on the
bottom of the LLS (Pic 5, 6).

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3

2

4

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5.7. Passive speakers

Sub 12, Sub 15, Sub 18, Sub 28, Sub

C15, Sub H12, Sub H25, Sub H28

connection plate

2

1

3

Made in Ukraine by Magnet Ltd.

1. LABEL FIELD. Name of the system, along with its basic
parameters is noted here.

2. SERIAL NUMBER FIELD. Sticker with the systems serial
number is located here. NEVER REMOVE THE SERIAL FROM
THE SYSTEM, AS IT IS IMMEDIATE WARRANTY VOID.

5.7.1. Passive connections

Suggested accessories:
CN-0031 (part No. 00-00004271)
CN-0032 (part No. 00-00004272)

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connection plate

4

1

INPUT

2

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3. PARALLEL INPUTS. The pair of parallel Neutrik® Speakon
connectors. Use this connectors to connect power amplifier and
to feed the signal to the parallel system (optional).

4. INPUT. Pair of screw terminals. Use these to connect power
amplifier.

SUBWOOFER series passive connection diagram

Speakon-Speakon

cable

Speakon-Speakon

cable

Use power amplifier with DSP or power amplifiers
with external speaker processor with SUBWOOFER

SUBWOOFER series

passive system

DSP AMPLIFIER

series passive systems.

MAKE SURE TO USE HIGH PASS FILTER FOR
ALL SUBWOOFER SERIES SYSTEMS TO
PREVENT EXCESSIVE CONE MOVEMENT,
RESULTING IN TRANSDUCER DAMAGE OR FAST
DETERIORATION.

Recommended HPF settings, suggested power
amplifier ratings, and connection pins are found in

SUBWOOFER i series

passive system

Speakon-2 wire

cable

Speakon-2 wire

cable

table below:

System Amplifier power Amplifier impedance Connection pins Recommended HPF

Sub 12-4 450 - 900 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 40 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 12-8 450 - 900 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 40 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 15-4 1000 - 2000 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 15-8 1000 - 2000 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 18-4 1300 - 2600 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 30 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 18-8 1300 - 2600 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 30 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 28-4 2600 - 5200 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 27 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 12i-4 450 - 900 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 40 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 12i-8 450 - 900 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 40 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 15i-4 1000 - 2000 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 15i-8 1000 - 2000 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 18i-4 1300 - 2600 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 30 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub 18i-8 1300 - 2600 W 4 Ohm +1 -1 30 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

SUBWOOFER series

passive system

SUBWOOFER i series

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System Amplifier power Amplifier impedance Connection pins Recommended HPF

Sub C15-8 1000 - 2000 W 8 Ohm +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H12 Link Front +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H12 950 - 1900 W 8 Ohm Front +2 -2 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H12 950 - 1900 W 8 Ohm Rear +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H12 Link Rear +2 -2 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H25 Link Front +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H25 1700 - 3400 W 4 Ohm Front +2 -2 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H25 1700 - 3400 W 4 Ohm Rear +1 -1 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H25 Link Rear +2 -2 35 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H28 Link Front +1 -1 25 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H28 2900 - 5800 W 4 Ohm Front +2 -2 25 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H28 2900 - 5800 W 4 Ohm Rear +1 -1 25 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

Sub H28 Link Rear +2 -2 25 Hz or higher, 18 dB/oct min

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5.8. Powered speakers

Sub 12A amplifier Sub 15A, Sub 18A amplifier

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11

8 9 10

0

°

180

°

5

6

8 9 10

12

7

11

6

7

5

13

15

14

5. VOLUME KNOB. Used for adjusting the volume of the
system. Remember to turn the volume down before connecting/
disconnecting INPUT or LINK connectors.

6. LIMIT LED. Is lit when limiter is operational, indicating excessive
signal through the system.

7. READY LED. Is lit when system is fully operational.

8. CARDIOID BUTTON. Engaged on reversed subwoofer, creates
a cardioid coverage of a subwoofer array.

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15

14

10. LPF BUTTON. Engages a 100 Hz Low pass filter.

11. INPUT CONNECTOR. Used for connecting the system to the
signal source (mixing console etc.)

12. LINK CONNECTOR. Used for linking additional compactible
system to the same signal source.

13. HEAT SINK. Do not close the ventilation openings on the heat
sink, as it may cause the system to overheat and switch o by
itself.

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9. PHASE BUTTON. Switches the polarity.

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14. MAINS IN. Used for connecting mains supply to the system.

15. MAINS OUT. Used for feeding the mains supply to the
additional system.

16. TEMP LED. Is flashing when amplifier is at the possibility of
overheating. Is lit when thermal shutdown is engaged.

17. SIGNAL LED. Indicated if the signal is present at the module’s
input.

18. PRESET LEDS. Shows currently used preset.

19. PRESET SELECT BUTTON. Switches currently selected
preset.

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5.8.1. Mains connection.

SUBWOOFER series powered systems are supplied with CN-0010 PowerCon-E/F CEE 7/7 mains cable
(part number 00-00005561). Use only original or supplied by manufacturer mains cables!

SUBWOOFER series powered systems are equipped with PowerCon B mains power outlets for mains link
to additional SUBWOOFER series powered system.

SUBWOOFER series systems’ nominal mains power specifications: AC 220V, 50/60 Hz.

Nominal voltage tolerance: 100 - 250 V.

To power up the system, connect the mains cable to the system, then to the power outlet.

To completely power down the system, disconnect the mains cable from the power outlet.

5.8.2. Signal connections.

SUBWOOFER series systems are equipped with XLR INPUT an XLR LINK connectors for signal connection.

Use of balanced XLR connector cables is recommended. In case when balanced XLR connections are not
available, unbalanced XLR connection is acceptable.

For linking the additional system to the same signal bus LINK connector may be used.

2

3

1

Plus (+)

Minus (-)

Shield (Ground)

Balanced XLR Plug connections

Amplifier controls. Use several available
SUBWOOFER series speaker system’s amplifier
controls to set up the entire system:

LPF 100Hz: Provides a 100Hz low-pass filter to
seamlessly couple a powered subwoofer with full­range systems.

PHASE: Switches the polarity of the subwoofer for
better coupling with the rest of the sound system.

CARDIOID: Enables the inversed subwoofer mode,
allowing creation of subwoofer arrays with cardioid
coverage.

5.8.3. Sub 28A presets.

Powered Sub 28A subwoofer is fit with four presets
for choosing the best performance in dierent
situations:

2

3

1

Plus (+)

Shield (Ground)

Shield (Ground)

Unbalanced XLR Plug connections

XLR-XLR cable XLR-XLR cable

SUBWOOFER

series powered

system

XLR-XLR cable XLR-XLR cable

SUBWOOFER

series powered

system

To signal source

SUBWOOFER series powered signal connection diagram

SUBWOOFER
series powered

system

SUBWOOFER
series powered

system

- PRESET 1: MAIN. Primary preset with HPF and
LPF filters.

- PRESET 2: MAIN 180: Primary preset with HPF
and LPF, phase switched 180 degrees.

- PRESET 3: CARDIOID: Used on inverted subwoofer
to create cardioid low-frequency arrays.

- PRESET 4: MAIN NO LPF: Primary preset with
HPF only. LPF is o for use with external processing.

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6. Standard contents

Please check the complement of your SUBWOOFER series system upon receiving the package.

Standard contents of SUBWOOFER series systems:

System Supplied SUBWOOFER series system

Sub 12-4 Sub 12 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 12-8 Sub 12 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 15-4 Sub 15 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 15-8 Sub 15 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 18-4 Sub 18 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 18-8 Sub 18 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 28-4 Sub 28 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 12i-4 Sub 12i 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 12i-8 Sub 12i 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 15i-4 Sub 15i 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 15i-8 Sub 15i 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 18i-4 Sub 18i 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 18i-8 Sub 18i 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub C15-8 Sub C15 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub H12-8 Sub H12 8 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub H25-4 Sub H25 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub H28-4 Sub H28 4 Ohm passive system + + +

Sub 12A Sub 12A powered system + + + +

Sub 15A Sub 15A powered system + + + +

Sub 18A Sub 18A powered system + + + +

Sub 28A Sub 28A powered system + + + +

SUBWOOFER

series user

manual

CN-0010

mains cord

Polyethylene

bag

Cardboard

box

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7. Accessories

Various accessories are available for SUBWOOFER series systems:

AM-Sub-15

array mount

Part No. 00-0006742

LLS

mounting bracket

Part No. 00-00002647

AM-Sub-18

array mount

Part No. 00-0006741

SUB12-TB - Sub 12 transportation bag Part No. 00-0006747
SUB12A-TB - Sub 12A transportation bag Part No. 00-0006746
SUB15-TB - Sub 15 transportation bag Part No. 00-0006749
SUB15A-TB - Sub 15A transportation bag Part No. 00-0006748
SUB18-TB - Sub 18 transportation bag Part No. 00-0006750
SUB18A-TB - Sub 18A transportation bag Part No. 00-0006696
SUB28-TB - Sub 28 transportation bag Part No. 00-0006751
SUB28A-TB - Sub 28A transportation bag Part No. 00-0006752
SUBH12-TB3 - transportation bag for three pcs of Sub H12 Part No. 00-00003736
SUBH28-TB - Sub H28 transportation bag Part No. 00-0006753

WSF-01 versatile

frame

Part No. 00-0004068

VA-0010 8mm pin

Part No. 00-00002878

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8. Warranty and assistance

8.1. Product warranty

1. By this warranty MAG Audio grants that all
equipment manufactured under the MAG Audio
trademark is free from defects in material,
components and factory workmanship under
the normal use and maintenance for the time as
specified below.

2. All warranty repairs and maintenance of MAG
Audio products shall be carried out at MAG Audio
production sites or by MAG Audio authorized
personnel at no cost for the product purchaser.

3. Warranty period for cone transducers, high
frequency drivers and crossovers, whether sold
separately or as a component of a speaker system,
is 60 months from the production date.

4. Warranty period for enclosures, grills, connection
plates and accessories, whether sold separately or
as a component of a speaker system, is 60 months
from the production date.

5. Warranty period for built-in power amplifiers,
whether sold separately or as a component of a
speaker system, is 36 months form the production
date.

8.2. Assistance

There are no user-serviceable parts in your
device. Refer servicing to qualified technical
personnel. In addition to in-house service
department, MAG Audio supports the chain of
distributors, authorized in repairs and service. If
your device needs repairing, contact your MAG
Audio dealer or distributor.

Occasionally, due to the nature of the failure, it
might be necessary to return defective products to
MAG Audio for repair. In this case, before shipping,
please kindly contact your MAG Audio distributor or
dealer, or MAG Audio directly. You will be provided
the RMA number code and detailed instructions
regarding your particular case. Please do not send
products without a prior authorization.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation and
choice of MAG Audio products.

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6. Warranty repairs or maintenance will be
performed only if a) MAG Audio product was
purchased from an ocial MAG Audio distributor
/ dealer and b) warranty card with specified serial
number, production date, realization date, vendor’s
signature and stamp is presented.

7. Warranty shall not cover the following: damage
caused by accident, misuse or failure to follow
exploitation rules stated in technical manual;
repairs performed by non-authorized personnel;
mechanical damage caused by shipping accidents
and normal tear and wear.

8. Warranty shall not be applicable to any product
with defaced, removed, or modified serial number.

9. If your MAG Audio product needs repairing
or maintaining, contact your ocial MAG Audio
distributor / dealer. Please do not ship your MAG
Audio product without prior authorization.

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