Samson EX500 User Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

EX500

500 WATT POWERED SUBWOOFER

SAMSON

®

Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

1. Please read all instructions before operating the unit.

2. Keep these instructions for future reference.

3. Please heed all safety warnings.

4. Follow manufacturers instructions.

5. Do not use this unit near water or moisture.

6. Clean only with a damp cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers 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 third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on and pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and

at the point at which they exit from the unit.

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

12. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way,
such as power supply cord or plug damage, or if 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.

Caution: To reduce the hazard of electrical shock,
do not remove cover or back.

No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all
servicing to qualified personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the products enclosure that may be of suffi­cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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.

FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK

OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE FUSE

CAUTION

ATTENTION

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RECHANGE DE MÊME TYPE

WARNING

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Table of Contents

Introduction 2
EX500 Features 3

Controls and Functions

Front Panel Layout 4
Rear Panel Layout 5

Configuring Your Speaker System 6

Operating the EX500

The EX500 Control Panel
EX500 Mono Sub with Powered Satellites 8
EX500 Stereo Sub with Powered Satellites 9
EX500 Mono Sub with Passive Satellites 10
EX500 Stereo Sub with Passive Satellites 11

EX500 Connections 12
Caster Installation 12

Specifications 13

Copyright 2001, Samson Technologies Corp.

Printed April, 2001

Samson Technologies Corp.
575 Underhill Blvd.
P.O. Box 9031
Syosset, NY 11791-9031
Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)
Fax: [phone]
www.samsontech.com

1

Introduction

2

Thank you for purchasing the Expedition EX500 Subwoofer by Samson. The EX500 is a
self- powered, 500 Watt subwoofer featuring a 15” heavy duty driver, complemented by a
500 Watt, lightweight, Down Tracking Amplifier. The EX500 also offers an active stereo
crossover providing a high-passed output for running your satellite speakers. Solid 3/4 inch
plywood construction, steel corners, tough carpet covering and larger casters make the
EX500 a road warrior. In fixed installation systems, the EX500 provides super tight low fre­quency output in a relatively small, unobtrusive enclosure. The EX500 is a perfect add-on to
your Expedition system, or for any sound reinforcement system where extended low-end is
desired. While using your Expedition EX500, you’ll have great low-end anywhere.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the EX500 Subwoofer, as
well as a guided tour through its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup
and use, and full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t for­get to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support and so we can
send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.

With proper care and adequate air circulation, your EX500 will operate trouble free for many
years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future
reference.

Serial number:

Date of purchase:

Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be
obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be
accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for a Return
Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials
and if possible, return the unit in the original carton and packing materials.

EX500 Features

3

The Samson Expedition EX500 Powered Subwoofer utilizes the latest technology in loudspeaker and power
amplifier design. Here are some of its main features:

• Heavy-duty, 15 inch Low Frequency Transducer With Butyl Rubber Surround

• 500 Watt Down Tracking Power Amplifier

• Balanced High Pass Outputs for Satellite Speakers

• Variable Crossover 30 - 200 Hz

• Stereo / Mono Operation Switch

• Volume Control

• Heavy-Duty, Rear Mounted Casters

• Extra Large Grab Handles

• 35mm Pole Mount Receptacle

• 3/4” Plywood Construction, internally braced and covered in tough carpet.

• Three-year extended warranty

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