Dynaudio BM10S Speaker User Manual
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1. User s Manual lt s131 1 vaecousties IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the intended to alert the user to the presence of important The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to literature accompanying the product constitute a risk of electric shock to persons 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 p2. Level 0dB EXT On LF Cut off 100Hz To reinstate the factory default settings e Switch the subwoofer off completely using the switch on the back panel No 2 in fig 2 Wait for at least 10 seconds Press and hold the A preset button No 6 in fig 6 While holding down the A preset button switch on subwoofer back on The power Status LED will start to flash green Release the A preset button The subwoofer is now reset to the factory default settings All previously stored presets will be deleted also Bx when resetting to factory defaults ZN g ry NOTE 19 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications for BM10S BM12S Frequency Response 3 dB Low Frequency Limit High Frequency Limit Amplifier Power Crossover Frequencies Crossover Slope Crossover Bypass Phase adjustment Inputs Input Sensitivity for Full Output Maximum Input Input Impedance Output Master Slave Link Remote Control No of Presets Each Preset includes Drive Unit Magnetic Shielding Internal Cabinet Volume Bass Principle Power Consumption Max Power Consumption Standby Mains Voltage Weight net Dimensions W x H x D Depended on setting Please refer to your local network BM12S 18 Hz 250 Hz 18 Hz 27 Hz 60 Hz 250 Hz 250 W 4 Ohms 60 Hz 80 Hz 100 Hz 4th order Linkwitz Riley Yes Flat 0 90 180 270 Single ended RCA Balanced XLR 0 1V 5V 10V 20 k Ohm
3. 1363 of 1984 Specification for 13A fused plugs and switched and un switched socket outlets This equipment should be installed near the socket outlet and disconnection of the device should be easily accessible To completely disconnect from AC mains disconnect the power supply cord from the AC receptable The mains plug of the power supply shall remain readily operable Do not install in a confined space Do not open the unit risk of electric shock inside Caution You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Service There are no user serviceable parts inside All service must be performed by qualified personnel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 residential installations This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful inter ference 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 off and on The use
4. Preset programming hasn t been blocked The Preset Settings switch on the subwoofers back panel No 8 in fig 2 must be in the Store position Set all parameters Volume Level Cross over frequency LF Extension and Phase to your liking Press and hold the desired Preset A B C or D button No 6 in fig 6 for 3 seconds Ensure that the subwoofer receives the commands from the remote control without interruption The Status LED No 2 in fig 7 will blink 3 times to confirm the preset has been stored Any previously POSITIONING THE SUBWOOFER stored settings has been overwritten with your new settings To avoid accidental over writing of presets set the Preset Settings switch on the subwoofers back panel No 8 in fig 2 to the Protect position Adjustments on the fly for all settings are still possible To recall a Preset e Simply briefly press the desired Preset button A B C or D R e Presets can only be stored or recalled in Master Mia mode Program one preset with the best global settings for your system and use this as the starting point to program the other presets This way you always have a starting and reference point Introduction Although it is often said that the location of a subwoofer in a listening room is not critical as the human ear can not locate direction at very low frequencies we recommend that you choose its position carefully so the subwoofer can integrate fluently with the
5. The Phase setting of the subwoofer has been factory set at 0 which in many cases will be the appropriate setting Press the 0 90 180 or 270 button No 5 fig 6 to select the desired phase setting R Together with the other settings the Phase setting M can be stored in one of the 4 presets Refer to section Storing and recalling Presets in this chapter Together with the other settings Volume and Cross over frequency we recommend that once found you store the correct phase setting into one of the presets The Phase selector is disabled when the subwoofer is set to Slave mode Refer also to section Master and Slave Mode in this chapter Storing and recalling presets With four presets available you have the flexibility of recalling different sets of subwoofer settings depending on what suits the occasion best For instance you may store the settings best suited for classical music setting under Preset A program Preset B to have the best settings for action movies and program Preset C for late night listening etc The presets are also an excellent tool for recalling different settings when experimenting with either location or settings of the subwoofer Once you have stored all presets you can choose to block access to storing so that presets can not be over written by mistake Each preset stores settings for Volume Level Cross over frequency LF Extension and Phase To store a preset Ensure that
6. can be switched on and used With the exception of the mains power switch No 2 in fig 2 controlling the subwoofer is done through the DSC 1 remote control the numbering at the beginning of each section corresponds to the numbering in fig 6 Fig 6 1 Subwoofer manual On Off 2 Subwoofer Volume level 3 Subwoofer Roll off frequency setting 4 LF Extension On Off 5 Subwoofer Phase selection 6 Configuration presets 10 Switching the subwoofer On and Off The Power Switch on the subwoofers back panel switches the subwoofer completely off Set to the Off position the subwoofer will not respond to commands from the remote control For normal operation the switch will always be set to the On position e Switch the subwoofer on with the Power switch on the back panel The Status LED No 2 in fig 7 on the front of the subwoofer will light up green Automatic Mode for On Standby The subwoofer switches to On or Standby automatically Automatic switching works by signal sensing As long as a music signal is available on the subwoofers Input it will remain switched on After 20 minutes of not sensing any Input music signal or receiving a signal from the remote control the subwoofer will automatically switch to Standby mode When in Standby mode the Power status LED No 2 in fig 7 is red when switched to On the LED is green During the minute prior to switching to Standby the Status LED No 2 in fig 7 wil
7. setting the system already sounds good In both cases select the next setting 80 Hz Playing the same track at the same volume level again listen to the overall bass volume level If the apparent hole in bass response is still present or if the system sounds good now move on to the next setting 100Hz Should the bass volume suddenly become louder or bloated at certain tones compared to the 60Hz setting earlier revert to this setting in this case setting the cross over frequency is done Again play the track to listen to the overall bass volume level If the bass sounds correct now leave the setting at 100Hz Should the bass volume suddenly become louder or bloated at certain tones compared to the 80Hz setting earlier revert to this setting Phase With the phase settings you can adjust the timing relationship between the subwoofers and main speakers If either subwoofer or main speaker are slightly delayed in response in relation to the other it can result in decreased bass Output in the frequency response area where they overlap each other The Phase relationship between subwoofer and satellite speakers is very dependent on relative distance construction and working principles of the main speakers Fig 16 shows a case whereby phase of the subwoofer and main speakers are incorrect in the critical overlap area thus significantly reducing acoustic Output in the listening room in that area Fig 16 Incorrect phase relation
8. the Power status LED will blink Set the mains switch on the back panel of the subwoofer to On The Power status LED will light up green e The subwoofer switches to On or Standby automatically It will switch to On when a signal presents itself it will switch to Standby when no signal has been available for 20 minutes When switched to Standby the power status LED is red switched to On the LED is green It is possible to temporarily override Automatic switching Briefly pressing the green I Power On button on the remote will switch the subwoofer to On even if no signal is present Note that if no music signal presents itself within 20 minutes the subwoofer will switch back to Standby again If you prefer the subwoofer to stay switched On all the time regardless of Input signal press and hold the green I button for 2 seconds to set to Manual Standby On switching The Manual status LED will light up green Briefly pressing the red O Power Standby button will switch it to Standby even if a music signal is still present Note that on the next occasion a music signal presents itself after a 20 minute silence the subwoofer will switch to On again automatically If you prefer the subwoofer remains switched to Standby all the time regardless of Input signal press and hold the red O button for 2 seconds to set to manual Standby On switching The Manual status LED will light up green Pressing either the I
9. XT stands for Extension in this case Low Frequency Extension Dynaudio subwoofers allow for deep and accurate bass response even at high levels In the EXT Off mode the very deepest bass will be mildly filtered this will allow the subwoofer to achieve even higher sound pressure levels Generally speaking this setting is best suited for movies and most music Some movies and high quality audiophile recordings can contain extreme low frequencies To experience these e Press the EXT On button lower button in No 4 fig 6 to switch Low Frequency extension on Together with the other settings the Low Frequency Extension status can be stored in one of the 4 presets This way you can program the EXT switched On as part of a setting for audiophile listening and program EXT Off as part of a setting for cinema mode for instance Refer to section Storing and recalling Presets in this chapter e If you use a turntable you will get the best results with EXT switched off Many vinyl records contain and the turntable itself will generate very low frequencies rumble which with the subwoofers low frequencies capabilities can otherwise prove distracting from enjoying the music 12 The EXT mode is disabled when the subwoofer is set to Slave mode Refer also to section Master and Slave Mode in this chapter R e Loud volume levels over prolonged periods of time MA can cause permanent damage to your hearing Setting Phase
10. anced subwoofers and main speakers Although in general it is best to make adjustments in the sequence outlined below note that changing one setting may influence another For example finding the right setting for Phase may result in having to decrease level even if this was set correct before It is recommended that you double check the previous settings before moving on to the next one Obtaining the best integration of the subwoofers generally involves a considerable amount of repeated fine tuning Once done use the presets to store the settings It is advisable to reserve one preset as the system default settings so you can always revert to this setting when you have made temporary changes to any of the settings Level With the and Level buttons No 2 in fig 6 you can adjust the relative volume level of the subwoofer to the main speakers of the system e Play the same track a couple of times adjusting the level so that the instrument sounds homogenous across its range e If you find that at certain specific bass tones the response is either too loud bloated sound or soft thin sound it may be that you have to experiment further with the location of the subwoofer and or the cross over settings Refer to the chapter positioning the subwoofer and section Cross over setting in this chapter When using multiple subwoofers ensure that all R settings such as level cross over frequency phase Xa and LF
11. ardless if the subwoofer is switched On or in Standby mode the subwoofer will switch back to Automatic mode again The Manual status LED will extinguish R Unlike all other functions on the remote control the On Standby buttons remain active when the subwoofer is set to Slave mode e When powering up the subwoofer always reverts to the same settings as when it was switched off Even if mains power is removed completely for a prolonged period of time the last settings will be retained Subwoofer Level control e Press Level upper button No 1 fig 6 to increase the volume of the subwoofer release when the desired level has been reached Each short momentary press will increase the volume level with 1 dB e Press Level lower button No 1 in fig 6 to decrease the volume of the subwoofer release when the desired level has been reached Each short momentary press will decrease the volume level with 1 dB The right volume level is one of the critical aspects of correct and seamless integration of any subwoofer as part of a speaker system Please refer to the chapter Finding the correct settings for more information R e Together with the other settings the volume level Xua can be stored in one of the 4 presets Refer to section Storing and recalling Presets in this chapter Together with the other settings Cross over frequency and Phase we recommend that once found you store the optimum volume level into one of
12. ased Refer also to chapter Safety Instructions DSC1 Remote Control e AC mains lead The supplied lead should be suitable for the region where the subwoofer was purchased e Instruction Manual To decide on the most suitable location for the subwoofer please refer to chapter Positioning Subwoofers Once the subwoofer is positioned in the listening room it can be connected to the rest of the system Making connections Before making any connections to the subwoofer we strongly recommend that the subwoofer is disconnected from the mains outlet Refer to figure 2 BACK PANEL Figure 2 my O k Ji Remote Eye Dynaudio A S Skanderborg Denmark Progessed OUT To Slave CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer service to qualified personnel WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose to rain or moisture AC IN POWER On o 1 Mains power Input 6 Unbalanced processed audio Output 2 Power switch 7 Input Master Slave function switch 3 Balanced audio Input 8 Preset Settings Store amp Protect switch 4 Unbalanced audio Input 9 Remote Control sensor 5 Balanced processed audio Output 10 Heat sinks SETTING UP amp TUNING IN Master and Slave mode Any subsequent Slave subwoofers can be connected in The subwoofer can operate in two different modes Master a daisy chain style going from the processed Out or Sla
13. e fitted with the battery cell that comes separately packed with the remote control To replace and insert a battery refer to fig 5 e Release the battery tray by pushing its locking tab No 1 in fig 5 on the back of the remote sideways with your nail and at the same time slide the tray out of the remote control battery compartment e Remove the exhausted battery and dispose of properly Insert a fresh battery in the battery tray Observe correct polarity both battery and tray are marked with a Slide the battery tray into the battery compartment until the locking tab clicks into place Make sure it is inserted the correct way up the tray will slide into place easily do not use force R The battery will last a considerable time ME depending on frequency of use When you notice that the subwoofer doesn t always respond or only from a very close range to commands from the remote control it is likely the battery is exhausted and will need replacing e Use only CR2025 button cell batteries to replace the original battery with these are readily available from most electrical stores Do not leave the remote control in high temperature environments such as in direct sunlight In worst cases this can possibly result in deformation of the remote control SETTING UP amp TUNING IN Adjusting the settings and using the subwoofer Once you have ensured yourself that all necessary connections have been made the subwoofer
14. e system Meud and subwoofer on INSTALLATION amp CONNECTIONS Unpacking Due to its weight and size we strongly recommend that help is at hand when unpacking and installing the subwoofer Unpack the subwoofer on a clean even and soft area floor carpeting is very suitable Please refer to Fig 1 e The packaging should be opened from the top Remove all accessories that come packed with the subwoofer such as AC power cord remote control and warranty card Do not remove the top part of the protective material e 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 The outer packaging can now be lifted away from the subwoofer itself Remove the protective material that now is on top Through the polythene bag you can now see the underside of the subwoofer Open the polythene bag and remove from around the base of the subwoofer 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 doesn t drop or slide away in the process J 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 purch
15. each other and each should cover a wide bass range Musical instruments such as a double bass bass guitar church organ etc cover a wide spectrum in the bass region and are therefore very suitable Using non music such as action movies material to position and adjust the subwoofer with may lead to spectacular results with such material but almost always it will result in overblown and excessive bass when playing music with the same setting Remember that the Dynaudio subwoofers allow for 4 different preset settings so you can store a preset with the setting that matches the occasion be it for action movie or music listening best Every listening environment will have specific room modes whereby in some specific locations in the room and at particular frequencies the bass may be too much or too lean This effect will be stronger in square and shoe box shaped rooms With a single subwoofer the better position for the subwoofer relative to the listening position will be the one where bass is perceived to be neither too much or too lean at any given frequency 13 POSITIONING THE SUBWOOFER Fig 8 This position still provides considerable boost but less than Generally avoid placing the subwoofer at Y Y or of the corner placement as above Room modes can also still either the length or width of the room as at these be considerable but less so than with corner placement locations the room modes are likely to be strong
16. ency response Combined frequency response Subwoofer Main speakers yl o ad w gt u a FREQUENCY gt Fig 14 Subwoofer cross over frequency too low main speakers too high Gap in frequency response Combined frequency response Subwoofer Main speakers LEVEL gt lt W gt FREQUENCY gt 16 Fig 15 Subwoofer amp main speakers cross over frequencies set correctly Smooth frequency response Combined frequency response Subwoofer Main speakers LEVEL gt FREQUENCY gt Many multi channel processors and receivers provide elaborate bass management systems where the cross over frequency for both subwoofer and main speakers can be set If you are using such a bass management system you can select the Flat setting on the subwoofers remote control as all filtering has been done by the bass management system Carefully follow the instructions for the amplifier processor or receiver R e If you are using your system s bass management M system ensure that the subwoofers cross over frequency hasn t been set to the same or lower frequency compared to the setting chosen with the bass management system Selecting the correct frequency depends to a large extend on the main speakers Sometimes main speakers are specifically intended to work with a subwoofer In such cases the main speakers can get damaged by a full range amplifier signal If in doubt check the instruction
17. ery low frequencies e g long dialogues and if the processor or receiver already performs bass management The remote control battery is becoming weak The remote control eye either front or back panel is obstructed The subwoofer is in direct strong sunlight AC mains cable has become disconnected no LEDs are lit Mains switch on the back No 1 fig 2 is switched to off no LEDs are lit No signal is present on either of the sublnputs Status LED is red subwoofer has been set to temporary manual On Standby switching Manual status LED is green woofer s The The subwoofer has been set to temporary manual On Standby switching Manual status LED is green Preset Setting switch No 8 fig 2 is set to protect No signal is present on either of the subwoofers Inputs In the processor or receiver s bass management set up subwoofer has been disabled Subwoofer volume level has been turned down all the way on the amplifier or receiver Subwoofer volume level has been turned down all the way with the subwoofers remote control Use the temporary manual On Standby facility by pressing the green I button on the remote for more than two seconds e Replace battery Ensure there is a clear line of sight from the remote control to either the front or back panel remote receiver If this is not possible consider an IR repeating system which consists of a separate remote receiver which con
18. est the dashed lines in fig 8 From the listening position check if the bass is even across the entire bass spectrum If not move the subwoofer away or towards your listening position until Fig 9 most even response has been obtained Corner placement Avoid placing the subwoofer exactly half way or at a quarter of the wall s length refer to fig 8 Free standing away from wall and corner Fig 11 Maximum boost of bass level but potentially uneven distribution of bass in the room room modes particularly if the room is square or shoe box shaped From the listening position check if the bass is even across the entire bass spectrum If not move the e a subwoofer out of the corner Try moving it along either wall This position will give least boost compared to wall or cor ner placement but in general offers best flexibility at Fig 10 achieving most even bass distribution at the listening posi tion Next to the wall away from the corner Avoid placing the subwoofer exactly half way or at a quar ter s length of either sidewall refer to fig 8 Particularly in smaller square or shoe box shaped rooms the free standing position is recommended 14 FINDING THE OPTIMAL SETTINGS Multiple subwoofers By using carefully positioned multiple subwoofers it is pos sible to even out the different room modes and thus create a more coherent overall bass response in the room It is worth experimenting w
19. extension are identical Use the Master and Slave mode options to ensure that all subwoofers operate on the same settings refer to chapter Installation and Connections section Master and Slave mode Cross over frequency With the Cross over frequency setting you can select up to what frequency the subwoofer will work Fig 12 shows the effect of each setting Note that curves are for explanation purposes only Fig 12 60 Hz LEVEL gt I I I 1 1 60 80 100 HZ FREQUENCY gt Selecting the ideal cross over frequency depends in most part on the main speakers Ideally the signal to these speakers has passed a low frequency filter so that these can take over seamlessly from the subwoofer at the correct cross over frequency If the cross over frequency for the main speakers has been set too high or looking at it differently the cross over point for the subwoofer is set too low there will be a significant gap in the combined 15 FINDING OPTIMAL SETTINGS frequency response see fig 13 In the same manner with the cross over frequency for the main speakers set too low cross over freq for the subwoofer too high there will be too much of an overlap between subwoofer and main speakers again resulting in incorrect overall frequency response see fig 14 Correct settings are illustrated in fig 15 Fig 13 Subwoofer cross over frequency set too high main speakers too low Bump in frequ
20. ides a connection that is far less susceptible to cable signal interference compared to an unbalanced connection RCA connection It is for this reason that XLR and balanced connections are used almost exclusively in critical and professional installations Provided your processor or receiver has a XLR symmetric or balanced Output for subwoofer you should consider using the XLR Input No 3 in fig 2 on the Dynaudio subwoofer In a setup with multiple subwoofers you can use the XLR connections between the Master and Slave subwoofers even if the connection between the processor or receiver has been made using the RCA connectors Configuring and making connections using XLR is done in the same way as using the RCA connectors Please refer to the sections single subwoofer connection and multiple subwoofer connections in this chapter Dynaudio follows the most usual convention for termination of XLR sockets Pin 1 ground Pin 2 signal Pin 3 signal R Always ensure that all connections are correct It Ma may be that the source equipment follows a different way of terminating the XLR sockets or it may be that the XLR connection cables themselves do not comply When in doubt consult your dealer DO NOT use XLR and RCA connections in parallel at the same time for the same connection Fig 5 CR2025 3v Remote Control battery amp battery replacement Before the DSC 1 remote control can be used it needs to b
21. ing the red O Power Standby button will switch the subwoofer to Standby even if a music signal is still present Note that on the next occasion a music signal presents itself after a 20 minute silence the subwoofer will switch to On again automatically If you prefer the subwoofer to stay switched On or to Standby all the time regardless of Input signal you can override the Automatic mode completely in two different ways The Manual status LED top button in No 2 in fig 6 indicates to which state the subwoofer is set Manual LED is lit green in Automatic mode LED is off e Press and hold the green l button top button in No 2 in fig 6 for 2 seconds to set to Manual Standby On switching The Manual status LED No 1 in fig 7 will light up green If the subwoofer was already switched On it will remain On if it was set to Standby it will switch to On Press and hold the red O button lower button in No 2 in fig 6 for 2 seconds to set to Manual Standby On switching The Manual status LED top button in No 2 in fig 6 will light up green If the subwoofer was already switched to Standby it will remain in Standby if it was switched On it will switch to Standby The subwoofer can be switched from Standby either manually or automatically The subwoofer is factory set at Automatic as this will be the most convenient setting in most cases Back to Automatic mode Press either the I or O button briefly Reg
22. ith different locations around the room for the additional subwoofers even using the rear of the room As adding subwoofers will not increase the effect of room modes even adding a subwoofer without much care or thought to positioning is likely to help even out room modes from a television as the magnetic field emanating Cua from the subwoofer may otherwise distort the picture If you see discolorations on the television screen try moving the subwoofer and other speakers close by away from the television Always position subwoofers at least 1 mtr 3 ft away N Finding the correct settings Before deciding on a final setting you will probably want to experiment with both location and adjustment of the subwoofer Here the subwoofers presets will prove an ideal tool When trying to decide on a particular location simply store the settings that are best for the location and swap back and forth using the appropriate preset every time Refer also to section Storing and recalling a Preset in Chapter Adjusting and using the subwoofer When experimenting to find the optimal settings use a couple of music tracks with repetitive bass across a large spectrum The tracks should be sufficiently different from each other and each should cover a wide bass range Musical instruments such as a double bass bass guitar church organ etc covering a wide spectrum in the bass region and above are very suitable as these depend on accurately bal
23. ith the remote control e After all connections are made connect the supplied mains lead to the subwoofers IEC power socket No 1 in fig 2 and a mains outlet AMPUPER RECEWER UEWOOFER OUTPUT a AA AS R In order to avoid interference and noise we MI recommend you use quality well shielded cables e When using multiple subwoofers in a Master Slave setup it is recommended that the subwoofers are all the same model SUBWOOFER Preset Master If you wish to use multiple subwoofers with full a A individual control set the Input switch for all to the AMPLIFIER RECEIVER Protect Master position From the Amplifier processor or AMPLIFIER RECEIVER receiver s subwoofer Output use a Y connector SUBWOOFER OUTPUT Q mI Multiple Subwoofer connection From the processor or receiver s subwoofer Output often marked as subwoofer out Sub out or LFE connect a mono RCA to RCA or XLR to XLR patch cord to the Input No 4 in fig 2 of the first subwoofer in the daisy chain This is now the Master subwoofer e Set the master subwoofers Input switch No 7 in fig 2 to the Master position e From the Master subwoofers processed Out Output No 6 in fig 2 connect a mono RCA to RCA or XLR to XLR patch cord to the next subwoofers Slave Input Refer also to fig 4 SETTING UP amp TUNING IN Connecting using the XLR sockets A balanced signal connection XLR sockets prov
24. l alternate slowly between green and red to indicate it is about to switch to Standby Even in automatic mode it is possible to switch the subwoofer to Standby or On using the on standby buttons buttons in No 2 in fig 6 By pressing the upper button briefly the subwoofer will switch On if it was already on nothing will happen Note that if no music signal presents itself within 20 minutes the subwoofer will switch back to Standby again By pressing the lower button briefly the subwoofer will switch to Standby if it was already in Standby nothing will happen Note that on the next occasion a music signal presents itself after a 20 minute silence the subwoofer will switch to On again automatically The Power status LED No 2 in fig 7 will show if the subwoofer is in Standby mode LED is Red or On LED is green SETTING UP amp TUNING IN Fig 7 10 CO dynaudio 1 Manual Mode Manual Automatic LED Green Manual mode Off Automatic mode 2 Power Status LED Green On Red Standby Off completely Off 3 Remote control command receiver Temporary Manual Mode for On Standby It is possible to temporarily override Automatic switching Briefly pressing the green I Power On button on the remote will switch the subwoofer to On even if no signal is present Note that if no music signal presents itself within 20 minutes the subwoofer will switch back to Standby again Briefly press
25. lugs 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 Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on the equipment e This apparatus must be earthed Use a three wire grounding type line cord like the one supplied with the product Be advised that different operating voltages require the use of different types of line cord and attachment plugs Check the voltage in your area and use the correct type See table below Voltage Line plug according to standard 110 125V UL817 and CSA C22 2 no 42 220 230V CEE 7 page VII SR section 107 2 D1 IEC 83 page C4 240V BS
26. manual for the main speakers for any restrictions or recommendations Of course it is possible to combine the subwoofer in a system where the loudspeakers are being fed with a full range signal In that case setting the cross over frequency for the subwoofer depends very much on the natural roll off frequency in the bass of the main speakers In general a large floor standing speaker will still have significant Output in the deeper bass range in which case the cross over frequency should be set to 60Hz A small or very small speaker will have less deep bass Output in which case the setting should be 80Hz or 100Hz To find the correct setting in such scenarios Play a music track that has a significant amount of bass over a large bass region An instrument such as a double bass or bass guitar is very suitable Starting with the 60 Hz position first button left in row No 3 in fig 6 use this track to set the subwoofers relative volume level FINDING OPTIMAL SETTINGS Listen carefully to the bass line played by the instrument As it goes up and down in the bass range the overall bass volume should remain the same be it with very deep or higher bass notes Particularly with very small main speakers it may be that you can hear a hole in the bass response You can hear the deepest bass notes and everything from lower midrange easily but overall the bass leaves a thin impression On the other hand it may be that using the 60Hz
27. ndby 10 Temporary Manual mode for On Standby 11 Subwoofer Level Control 11 Setting Cross over Frequency 12 Select EXT On or Of o ooooooooooooo 12 Setting PhaS eea caa a a pea ee 12 Storing and recalling presets 12 Introduction ooo 13 Finding Optimal Settings 15 LOVE iia ir binte bebe debs 15 Cross over frequency 0 0c eee 15 PRASC iii op Mie ee it es 17 Finding Optimal Phase Settings 17 Troubleshooting 0 0s 18 Factory Defaults oo o o oooooooooo 19 Technical Specifications 20 Prod No 606111012 Manual Rev 1 01 INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing this Dynaudio subwoofer With it you have chosen for the latest in audio technology and engineering culminating into the finest in audio reproduction With their dynamic accurate performance and ease of integration into even elaborate systems Dynaudio subwoofers are ideally suited to obtain maximum enjoyment from High Resolution formats such as DVD Audio and SACD These characteristics in combination with sustained high volume level capabilities make Dynaudio subwoofers also an ideal choice for demanding Home Theater set ups In order to obtain the best possible performance from your Dynaudio subwoofer please carefully read and follow the instructions We wish you many musical and exciting moments with your Dynaudio Subwo
28. nects by wire to a remote control emitter which can be positioned close to the subwoofers remote eye Avoid placing the subwoofer in strong direct sunlight e Reconnect mains cables Switch mains back one Check if all signal cables are connected properly Make sure to switch the system off first before making any changes e Check if all signal cables are connected Make sure to switch the system off first before making any changes Check if the subwoofer Output on the source is engaged e Switch back to automatic On Standby facility by briefly pressing the green I button on the remote The subwoofer will switch on and the Manual status LED will extinguish properly e Use the temporary manual On Standby facility by pressing the red O button on the remote for more than two seconds The subwoofer will switch to Standby and the Manual status LED will extinguish e Set Preset Setting switch from Protect to Store e Check if all signal cables are connected properly Make sure to switch the system off first before making any changes Check settings in Bass Management menu of the connected amplifier or receiver e Carefully and gradually Increase the subwoofer volume level on the amplifier or receiver e Carefully and gradually Increase the subwoofer volume level with its remote control FACTORY DEFAULTS Factory Default settings The factory default settings are as follows Power Mode Automatic Phase 0
29. of subwoofer to main speakers in critical overlap area Reduced acoustical Output in overlap area even if levels are set correct Combined frequency response Subwoofer Main speakers LEVEL gt FREQUENCY gt Finding optimal Phase Settings e Playing the same bass rich track which also covers the overlap area repeatedly press the 0 and its opposite phase the 180 button in succession Without changing volume level do the same with the 90 and its opposite phase the 270 button No 5 in fig 6 Note which set of phase settings 0 180 or 90 270 provides the biggest difference in bass response Using the set of phase settings found in the step above either 0 180 or 90 270 press each of the two buttons in alteration The position in which you experience the most bass is the correct setting even if it appears that the bass is too much this can be adjusted for later 17 TROUBLESHOOTING The subwoofer switches itself off while music is being played The subwoofer responds intermittently to remote control commands The subwoofer will not switch on at all The subwoofer will not switch on automatically The subwoofer will not switch to standby automatically cannot store a setting Subwoofer is switched on but no sound from the subwoofer 18 There is hardly any low frequency signal available in the signal This can happen if the music or movie itself does not contain v
30. ofer Wilfried Ehrenholz Dynaudio Features Powerful integrated amplifier Full remote control 4 presets to store your favorite settings for volume roll off frequency phase and low frequency extension Master 8 Slave function for easy integration when using multiple subwoofers Automatic On Standby switching through music sensing XLR in and Outputs for interference free connections Front and back panel remote control command receivers eyes allow for flexible positioning QUICK SETUP GUIDE This quick set up guide assumes some knowledge with regards to installing connecting and using a subwoofer We strongly recommend that you do read through the instruction manual in order to get the best performance from your Dynaudio subwoofer even if you already have installed the subwoofer Installing e Carefully unpack the subwoofer and accessories e Install the battery cell in the remote control Connect the processor s or receiver s subwoofer Output to either the RCA or XLR Input e Set the Input button to Master unless the subwoofer is used in a multiple subwoofer setup where another subwoofer is set as master Set the Preset Settings switch to Store Double check all connections now connect the supplied mains lead to the subwoofer and AC outlet Using e Controlling the subwoofer is entirely done by using the remote control Whenever the subwoofer receives a command from the remote control
31. or O button briefly regardless if the subwoofer is switched On or in Standby mode will set the subwoofer back to Automatic switching again The Manual status LED will extinguish Set the subwoofers volume level by pressing the Level or button Select the desired cross over frequency by pressing either 60 80 100Hz or Flat If cross over frequency selection is handled by the multi channel processor or receiver most cases select Flat Select the desired Phase setting by pressing either the 0 90 180 or 270 button In the Ext Off mode the very deepest bass will be filtered this will allow the subwoofer to achieve even higher sound pressure levels Generally speaking this setting is best suited for movies and most music Press the EXT On for deepest bass response as suited for some music or movie soundtracks with extreme deep bass You can store your settings in one of the 4 presets A B C or D Make sure the Preset Settings switch on the subwoofers back panel is set to Store Press and hold the desired Preset button for 3 seconds to store The Power status LED will blink 3 times to confirm Previously stored settings will have been over written Set the Preset Settings switch to lock to prevent accidental over writing of the presets To recall a preset simply press the desired preset button briefly Y Install and make all connections to the subwoofer R and rest of the system before switching th
32. other speakers in the system and interact in the correct way with the acoustical environment All of the following should be taken as rule of thumb guidelines bass response in general is very dependent on the acoustics of the listening environment Finding the best position often involves a lot of trial and error experimenting Always trust your ears even if seemingly the position of the subwoofer goes against the guidelines Contradictory as it may seem good integration of subwoofers has been achieved when one isn t aware that a subwoofer is present at all in the system yet performance involves fast deep and solid bass without sounding stressed even at loud levels Trying to find the right location will also involve finding the right settings such as Level Cross over frequency and Phase for that location The subwoofers presets will prove to be a useful tool when trying to find a suitable setting You can store the settings that match a particular position so you can easily swap between locations It will also allow you to make small changes in settings and to store these as separate presets This way you can compare between presets to find the best setting Refer also to section Storing and recalling a Preset in Chapter Adjusting and Using the subwoofer When experimenting to find the optimal location use a couple of music tracks with repetitive bass across a large spectrum The tracks should be sufficiently different from
33. r is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment For the customers in Canada This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Advice on maintenance and care e SS Maint Ic Certificate Of Conformity al tae Aree TC Electronic A S Sindalsvej 34 8240 Risskov No special maintenance is necessary Cleaning the cabinet s surfaces with a damp cloth will suffice Never use Denmark hereby declares omowniresponsibility that following products cleaners or chemicals BM12S and BM10S About Wood Veneer Finishes Dynaudio speaker cabinets are finished with the highest that are covered by this certificate and marked with quality
34. real wood veneers As with many natural products CE label conforms with following standards wood finish may change color over time particularly if exposed to bright sunlight EN 60065 Safety requirements for mains IEC 60065 operated electronic and related apparatus for household and similar general use EN 55103 1 Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 1 Emission EN 55103 2 Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity With reference to regulations in following directives 73 23 EEC 89 336 EEC Issued in Risskov April 2004 Mads Peter L beck Chief Executive Officer TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Important Safety Instructions amp Certificate of Conformity and Maintenance a b Table of Contents o oooooooooooooo 3 Introduction ooo 4 Quick Setup Reference o o ooooooo o o 5 Installation and Connections 6 UNPACKING oicrrsrerriterierice clade bee 6 Connections sieci er cee 6 Back Panel s sarees s apa 7 Master Slave mode 0 00 cece 8 Single Subwoofer Connection 8 Multiple Subwoofer Connection 8 Remote Control and Battery Connection 9 Adjusting SettingS o o o 10 Switching the Subwoofer On Off 10 Automatic Mode for On Sta
35. s Single ended RCA Balanced XLR Yes included 4 level crossover frequency phase extended frequency range 12 30 cm long throw Yes 36 litres Closed 480 W 5 W 120 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz 28 2 kg 360 x 378 x 576 mm Note Technical specifications are subject to change without notice 20 BM10S 25 Hz 250 Hz 25 Hz 33 Hz 60 Hz 250 Hz 200 W 5 Ohms 60 Hz 80 Hz 100 Hz 4th order Linkwitz Riley Yes Flat 0 90 180 270 Single ended RCA Balanced XLR 0 1V 5V 10V 20 k Ohms Single ended RCA Balanced XLR Yes included 4 level crossover frequency phase extended frequency range 10 24 cm long throw Yes 19 litres Ported 480 W 5 W 120 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz 16 7 kg 320 x 338 x 474 mm
36. the presets The Volume control is disabled when the subwoofer is set to Slave mode Refer also to section Master and Slave Mode in this chapter 11 SETTING UP amp TUNING IN Setting the Cross over Frequency The Cross over frequency can be set to four positions 60 80 100Hz and Flat The roll off slope is 24dB per octave In most cases selecting cross over frequencies is done through the bass management system of your processor or receiver In this case use the Flat position Refer to the instruction manual of the processor or receiver how to set cross over frequency e Press the button for the desired position When pressing the button ensure that the command from the remote control is received the Power Status LED No 2 in fig 7 blinks Check the owner s manual of the other speakers in the system if a specific frequency is recommended Please refer to the chapter Finding the optimal settings for more information R Together with the other settings the Cross over Ma frequency can be stored in one of the 4 presets Refer to section Storing and recalling Presets in this chapter Together with the other settings Volume and Phase we recommend that once found you store the correct cross over frequency into one of the presets e The Cross over frequency control is disabled when the subwoofer is set to Slave mode Refer also to section Master and Slave Mode in this chapter Selecting EXT On or Off E
37. ve mode If your system consists of multiple Output No 6 in fig 2 to the next Slave subwoofers subwoofers it is desirable that all subwoofers operate with Input identical settings Volume Low Pass filter Hz Phase and Set the Slave subwoofers Input switch No 7 in fig 2 to LF Extension the Slave position e After all connections are made connect the supplied Using the Master Slave feature of Dynaudio subwoofers mains leads to the subwoofers IEC power sockets No 1 this is easily achieved The Master subwoofer connected in fig 2 and a mains outlet directly to the subwoofer Output of the amplifier or receiver will control all Slave subwoofers connected to the Master Figure 4 subwoofer Thus using a single remote control all subwoofers in the system will follow all settings from the Master subwoofer Note that in Slave mode only the rd On Off and Auto Manual selections are available E a SUBWOOFER 2 Sre SLAVE im AMPLIFIER RECEIVER Single subwoofer connection e From the processor or receiver s low level not a speaker Output subwoofer Output often marked as subwoofer out Sub out or LFE connect a mono RCA to RCA No 4 in fig 2 refer also to fig 3 or XLR to XLR patch cord to the subwoofers Input Refer also to the section Using the XLR connectors below in this chapter Set the subwoofers Input switch No 7 in fig 2 to the Master position if you wish to use and change the settings w
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