thomann the box Control 10 Sub Operating Manual

the box Control 10 Sub

Active subwoofer

Operating manual

234671, 1, en_GB

© 2011

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.

Treppendorf 30

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: [phone]

email: [e-mail]

Internet: www.thomann.de

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Table of contents

1 General notes...................................................................... 4

2 Safety notes......................................................................... 5

3 Installation and operation.................................................. 7

4 Connectors and controls................................................... 8

5 Technical data................................................................... 10

6 Protecting the environment............................................. 11

Table of contents

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1 General notes

This user manual contains important information on the safe opera­tion of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instruc­tions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is
available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to
another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development.
We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice.

General notes

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2 Safety notes

Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other
use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be
improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No
liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper user.

This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical,
sensorial, and intellectual abilities and having corresponding
knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this device
only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is respon­sible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the device.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages
may be present. Never remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains
cabling (power cord) with a protective contact plug. Do
not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt,
seek advice from a registered electrician.

CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage!

With loudspeakers or headphones connected, the unit
can produce volume levels that may cause temporary
or permanent hearing impairment.

Do not operate the unit permanently at a high volume
level. Decrease the volume level immediately if ringing
in the ears or hearing impairment occurs.

Intended use

Safety

Safety notes

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NOTICE!
Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input
voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the
device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the device and possibly the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and
when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the
risk of electric shock or fire.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the
device near any direct heat source. Keep the device
away from naked flames.

NOTICE!
Operating conditions

This device has been designed for indoor use only. To
prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid
or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.

NOTICE!
Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input
voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the
device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the device and possibly the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and
when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the
risk of electric shock or fire.

Safety notes

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3 Installation and operation

Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage
before using the unit.

We recommend establishing all connections as long as the unit is
switched off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for all
connections.

WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects

Make sure that the installation complies with the stand­ards and rules that apply in your country. Always
secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.

Balanced combo XLR/¼-inch connectors are used for the signal
inputs. The figure and the table show the XLR pin assignment.

1 Ground

2 Signal (+)

3 Signal (–)

The figure and the table show the pin assignment of the ¼-inch
(6.35-mm) monaural jack plug.

1 Signal

2 Ground

XLR connectors for signal inputs
and outputs

Jack plug for signal inputs

Installation and operation

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4 Connectors and controls

1 Power on/off switch. Switches the device on and off.

2 “POWER” LED. Shows that the device is turned on

3 “SUB LEVEL” control. Adjusts the volume of the subwoofer.

4 “SUB PHASE” switch. Shifts the phase of the subwoofer signal by 180°. This helps to prevent

unwanted destructive acoustic interference in combination with other loudspeakers.

5 “MAIN LEVEL” control. Adjusts the master volume (built-in subwoofer and connected external

loudspeakers).

6 Thread for flying bracket

7 Ground connection

Front panel

Connectors and controls

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8 Ground connection

9 Plug for mains cable with fuse holder

10, 11 Terminal connections and 4-mm banana jacks for a pair of external, passive loudspeakers

12 Combo XLR/¼-inch connectors for signal inputs

Rear panel

Connectors and controls

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5 Technical data

Inputs Balanced combo XLR/¼-inch connectors

Outputs Screw terminals, 4-mm banana jacks

Power output (THD+N=10 %) 2 × 120 W at 4 Ω

Crossover frequency 150 Hz

Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 80 dB

Mains power supply 220 VAC … 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption 600 W

Fuse 3.15 A / 250 V, slow, 5 mm × 20 mm

Dimensions (W × D × H) 505 mm × 423 mm × 345 mm (19.88 in. × 16.65 in.× 13.58 in.)

Weight 21 kg (46.29 lbs)

Technical data

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6 Protecting the environment

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally
friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal
recycling.

Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed
and are not in the reach of babies and young children. Choking
hazard!

Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household
waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery. Please follow
the notes and markings on the packaging.

This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC.

Do not dispose the device with your normal household waste.

Dispose this device through an approved waste disposal firm or
through your local waste facility. When discarding the device,
comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If
in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Disposal of the packaging material

Disposal of your old device

Protecting the environment

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