d & b audiotechnik B6-SUB User manual

BB6-SUB
Manual 1.1 en

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General information
B6-SUB Manual
Version: 1.1 en, 08/2014, D2716.EN .01
Copyright © 2014 by d&b audiotechnik GmbH; all rights
reserved.
Keep this manual with the product or in a safe place
so that it is available for future reference.
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owner.
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customers to this manual. Enclose the relevant manuals with the
systems. If you require additional manuals for this purpose, you
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T [phone], F [phone]
[email protected], www.dbaudio.com

1. Safety precautions........................................................... 4
1.1. Information regarding the use of loudspeakers.................... 4
2. B6-SUB loudspeaker....................................................... 5
2.1. Product description.................................................................. 5
2.2. Connections............................................................................. 5
2.3. Operation................................................................................ 6
2.3.1. Controller settings................................................................ 6
2.4. Technical specifications.......................................................... 7
3. Manufacturer's declarations....................................... 8
3.1. EU conformity of loudspeakers (CE symbol)......................... 8
3.1.1. WEEE Declaration (Disposal)............................................. 8
Contents
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1.1. Information regarding the use of loudspeakers
Potential risk of personal injury
Never stand in the immediate vicinity of loudspeakers driven at a
high level. Professional loudspeaker systems are capable of
causing a sound pressure level detrimental to human health.
Seemingly non-critical sound levels (from approx. 95 dB SPL) can
cause hearing damage if people are exposed to it over a long
period.
In order to prevent accidents when deploying loudspeakers on the
ground or when flown, please take note of the following:
– When setting up the loudspeakers or loudspeaker stands,
make sure they are standing on a firm surface. If you place
several systems on top of one another, use straps to secure
them against movement.
– Only use accessories which have been tested and approved
by d&b for assembly and mobile deployment. Pay attention to
the correct application and maximum load capacity of the
accessories as detailed in our specific "Mounting instructions"
or in our "Flying system and Rigging manuals".
– Ensure that all additional hardware, fixings and fasteners used
for installation or mobile deployment are of an appropriate
size and load safety factor. Pay attention to the manufacturers'
instructions and to the relevant safety guidelines.
– Regularly check the loudspeaker housings and accessories for
visible signs of wear and tear, and replace them when
necessary.
– Regularly check all load bearing bolts in the mounting devices.
Potential risk of material damage
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field even if they are not
connected or are not in use. Therefore make sure when erecting
and transporting loudspeakers that they are nowhere near
equipment and objects which may be impaired or damaged by an
external magnetic field. Generally speaking, a distance of 0.5 m
(1.5 ft) from magnetic data carriers (floppy disks, audio and video
tapes, bank cards, etc.) is sufficient; a distance of more than 1 m
(3 ft) may be necessary with computer and video monitors.
1. Safety precautions
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2.1. Product description
The B6-SUB is an actively driven, compact, high performance
subwoofer.
The cabinet houses a long excursion 18" neodymium driver in a
bass-reflex design. The frequency response extends from 37 Hz to
140 Hz.
The cabinet is constructed from marine plywood and has an impact
and weather protected PCP (Polyurea Cabinet Protection) finish.
The front of the loudspeaker cabinet is protected by a rigid metal
grill backed by an acoustically transparent foam. Each side panel
incorporates a handle and mounted on the rear panel are four
heavy duty wheels. An M20 threaded flange in the top panel
accepts a loudspeaker stand for the deployment of top cabinets.
Two runners recessed in the bottom panel prevent cabinet
movement and protect the bottom panel against scratching.
Correspondingly shaped recesses in the top panel of the cabinet
prevent cabinet movement when stacking B6-SUBs.
2.2. Connections
The cabinet is fitted with a pair of NLT4 F/M connectors. All four
pins of both connectors are wired in parallel. The B6-SUB uses the
pin assignments 2+/2–. Pins 1+/1– are designated to TOP
cabinets. Using the male connector as the input, the female
connector allows for direct connection to a second cabinet.
The cabinet can be supplied with NL4 M or EP5 connectors as an
option.
Pin equivalents of the connector options are listed in the table
below.
NLT4 F/M
NL4 M 1+ 1– 2+ 2– n.a.
EP5 1 2 3 4 5 (SenseDrive)
d&b SenseDrive
The SenseDrive feature within D12 amplifiers enables electrical
compensation for the properties of the loudspeaker cable used.
SenseDrive requires an additional sense wire. SenseDrive is
therefore only available with EP5 connectors and 5-wire cabling
for applicable loudspeakers.
Note: When the D12 is operated in "Mix TOP/SUB mode",
the SenseDrive function is available on the output B connector
only.
d&b LoadMatch
Starting with the D80 amplifier, the LoadMatch function enables
the amplifier to electrically compensate for the properties of the
loudspeaker cable used without the need for an additional sense
wire. For applicable loudspeakers, LoadMatch is therefore
independent of the connector type used.
NLT4 F/M/NL4 M and EP5 connector wiring
2. B6-SUB loudspeaker
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2.3. Operation
NOTICE!
Only operate d&b loudspeakers with a correctly configured d&b
amplifier, otherwise there is a risk of damaging the loudspeaker
components.
Application Setup Cabinets per
channel
B6-SUB B6-SUB 2
Within applicable amplifiers, the controller setup is available in
Dual Channel or Mix TOP/SUB mode.
2.3.1. Controller settings
For acoustic adjustment the 100 Hz and CSA function can be
selected.
100 Hz circuit
If the 100 Hz circuit is selected, the upper operating frequency of
the system is reduced from 140 Hz to 110 Hz.
It can be used when actively driven B6-SUB subwoofers are used
to supplement TOP cabinets operated in full range mode, for
example in a distributed sound system. The 100 Hz mode can also
be used to compensate for the effect of close coupling between the
B6-SUB and TOP cabinets operated in CUT mode.
CSA circuit
The CSA (Cardioid Subwoofer Array) mode enables the
combination of three or multiples of three subwoofer cabinets into
an array which produces exceptional low frequency directivity
control.
The amplifier channel for the center subwoofer of the array, which
is physically pointed to the rear, has CSA selected. The forward
facing cabinets are driven with an amplifier channel set in the
standard mode. The resulting cardioid behavior of the array will
significantly reduce the energy radiated to the rear.
For further information, please refer to the d&b TI 330 Cardioid
Subwoofer Array, which is available for download at
www.dbaudio.com.
CSA Stack (example)
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2.4. Technical specifications
B6-SUB system data
Frequency response (–5 dB standard) 37 Hz - 140 Hz
Frequency response (–5 dB 100 Hz mode) 37 Hz - 110 Hz
Max. sound pressure (1 m, free field)
with D6/10D 128 dB
with D12/D20/30D 131 dB
with D80 134 dB
(SPLmax peak, pink noise test signal with crest factor of 4)
B6-SUB loudspeaker
Nominal impedance 8 ohms
Power handling capacity (RMS/peak 10 ms) 500/2000 W
Components 1 x 18" driver
Connections 2 x NLT4 F/M
optional 2 x NL4 M or EP5
Pin assignment NLT4 F/M and NL4 M: 2+ / 2–
EP5: 3: + / 4: –
Weight 41 kg (90 lb)
B6-SUB cabinet dimensions in mm [inch]
B6-SUB frequency response, standard and 100 Hz mode
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3.1. EU conformity of loudspeakers (CE symbol)
This declaration applies to:
d&b B6-SUB loudspeaker, Z0710
manufactured by d&b audiotechnik GmbH.
All production versions of these types are included, provided they
correspond to the original technical version and have not been
subject to any later design or electromechanical modifications.
We herewith declare that said products are in conformity with the
provisions of the respective EC directives including all applicable
amendments.
A detailed declaration is available on request and can be ordered
from d&b or downloaded from the d&b website at
www.dbaudio.com.
3.1.1. WEEE Declaration (Disposal)
Electrical and electronic equipment must be disposed of separately
from normal waste at the end of its operational lifetime.
Please dispose of this product according to the respective national
regulations or contractual agreements. If there are any further
questions concerning the disposal of this product, please contact
d&b audiotechnik.
3. Manufacturer's declarations
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