Samson Sub120 User Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

REFERENCE

SUBWOOFER

SUB120

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

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Introduction 3 SUB120 Features 4

SUB120 Layout

Front View Layout 5 Rear Panel Layout 6

Setting Up the SUB120

Configuring Your Speaker system 7

Operating the SUB120 7-8

Connecting the Sub120

Using the SUB120 with the Samson DMS80 Monitor System 9-10 Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Speaker Inputs 11 Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs 12 Mono Sub With Active Satellites 13 Stereo Sub With Passive Satellites 14

SUB120 Wiring Guide 15

Specifications 16

Printed March, 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: 516-364-3888 www.samsontech.com

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Samson SUB 120 Reference Subwoofer. The Samson SUB 120 is a self powered 120 Watt subwoofer featuring a 10”, 25mm excursion transducer with Butyl surround. The SUB 120 is a perfect add-on to your Samson DMS80 monitor system, or for any near field monitor system where extended low end is desired.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the SUB120 subwoofer, as well as a guided tour through its control panel, 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 SUB120 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.

SUB 120 Features

The Samson SUB 120. Here are some of its main features:

• Heavy-duty, 10” Long Excursion (25mm) Transducer With Butyl Surround

• 120 Watt Power Amplifier

• Tuned Port Enclosure

• High Pass Outputs for Satellite Speakers

• Variable Crossover 40 - 180 Hz

• Phase Switch

• Line Inputs and Outputs on RCA jacks

• Speaker Terminal Inputs and Outputs

• Auto Sleep Switch

• Volume Control

• Black Satin Finish

• Three-year extended warranty

SAMSON

SUB 120 Layout

1 GRILL SCREEN - Tough cloth and wood frame con-

struction provides durable and stylish protection for the speaker.

2 ENCLOSURE - Rigid MDF Construction.

3 FINISH - Sleek black oak finish.

4 TRANSDUCER - Heavy Duty 10,”

long excursion

(25mm) extended range low frequency transducer .

5 BUTYL SURROUND - Provides maximum excur-

sion while maintaining tight bass response.

6 TUNED PORT - Quiet port design offering linear

extended low frequency response. (Rear of unit.)

7 NON-SKID FEET - Large rubber feet keep enclo-

sure in place even at high sound pressure levels.

Front View Layout

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