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General information
8S Manual
Version: 1.4 en, 10/2018, D2608.EN .01
Copyright © 2018 by d&b audiotechnik GmbH; all rights
reserved.
Keep this document with the product or in a safe place
so that it is available for future reference.
When reselling this product, hand over this document to the new
owner.
d&b audiotechnik GmbH
Eugen-Adolff-Straße 134, D-71522 Backnang, Germany
T [phone], F [phone]
[email protected], www.dbaudio.com

1 Safety precautions.............................................................. 4
1.1 Information regarding the use of loudspeakers........................ 4
2 8S loudspeaker..................................................................... 5
2.1 Product description..................................................................... 5
2.2 Connections................................................................................ 5
2.3 Operation.................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 Controller settings.................................................................... 8
2.4 Dispersion characteristics........................................................... 8
2.5 Technical specifications.............................................................. 9
3 Manufacturer's Declarations........................................ 10
3.1 EU conformity of loudspeakers (CE symbol).......................... 10
3.2 WEEE Declaration (Disposal).................................................. 10
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 8S loudspeaker is a full range, two-way bass-reflex enclosure,
utilizing an 8"/1" coaxial driver combination with a passive
crossover. Coaxially mounting the 1" HF compression driver and
8" LF driver using a single magnet assembly creates a very
compact driver with 100° constant directivity HF dispersion.
With a frequency response extending from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, the
cabinet can be used as a full range system or supplemented by
different subwoofers of the xS- or xA-Series.
The enclosure is constructed from marine plywood with an impact
resistant black paint finish. The front of the loudspeaker cabinet is
protected by a rigid metal grill backed by an acoustically
transparent foam
The 8S rear panel incorporates two M8 threaded inserts to accept
the Z5402 Wall mount M, the Z5403 Wall mount L or the Z5404
Flying bracket 8S. The top and bottom panels are each equipped
with an M8 thread to accept the Z5408 Horizontal bracket 8S.
The threads are covered by dummy caps in cabinet color. The caps
must be removed before mounting any accessories.
2.2 Connections
The cabinet is fitted with a pair of NL4 connectors and a two pole
screw terminal block (ST - cross-section up to 4 mm2/AWG 11). All
four pins of both NL4 connectors are wired in parallel. The cabinet
uses the pin assignments 1+/1–. Pins 2+/2– are designated to
active subwoofers.
Pin equivalents of the applicable connector options are listed in the
table below.
NL4 1+ 1– 2+ 2–
ST + – n.a. n.a.
Fixed cable connection
The 8S loudspeaker is supplied with a cover plate [1] and a
rubber grommet feed through [2]. For indoor operation, these
items can be used to hide the connector panel, if required. For
unprotected outdoor operation, the connector panel must be
covered, i.e. both items must be used to achieve an IP degree of
protection of IP34.
Fig. 1: 8S loudspeaker
Rigging examples:
8S with Z5404 Flying bracket, Z5010 TV spigot
and Z5012 Pipe clamp.
8S with Z5403 Wall mount L.
Fig. 2: Connector wiring
Fig. 3: Cover plate and rubber grommet
2 8S loudspeaker
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To install the fixed cable connection, proceed as follows:
Tools required: Philips screw driver (#PH2).
1. Prepare the rubber grommet and the connection cable.
2. Remove the knockout opening in the cover plate and attach
the rubber grommet correspondingly.
3. Insert the connection cable through the rubber grommet and
connect the cable wires to the screw terminal.
Þ Observe the correct polarity!
4. Undo the four screws of the connector panel.
5. Push the cover plate towards the connector panel until it fits
into place.
6. Finally fix the cover plate together with the connector panel
using the four screws.
Fig. 4: Installing the fixed cable connection
NL4 connection with cover plate
The two NL4 connector sockets of the cabinet's connector panel
are located in a recess to allow the use of the cover plate [1]
together with NL4 cable connectors, as shown in the graphic
opposite.
Note: Neutrik NL4FC type connectors must be used for this
option.
The cover plate is equipped with two knockout openings to allow
daisy chaining of the loudspeaker.
To use the NL4 connection, proceed in the same manner as
described above in the section entitled Þ "Fixed cable
connection" on page 5.
Fig. 5: NL4 cable connection with cover plate [1]
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WR option (Weather Resistance)
A number of d&b loudspeakers are available in special options
suitable for different types of installed applications and
environmental conditions. The following options are available for
the 8S loudspeaker:
▪ Weather resistant (WR): This option is suitable for outdoor use.
The cabinets have an impact and weather protected black PCP
(Polyurea Cabinet Protection) finish.
▪ Sea water resistant (SWR): This option is suitable for outdoor
use, especially in wet and acid or salty environments.
WR cabinets are equipped with a recessed connector panel
including a Faston type connector (2 x 6.3 mm, female). A cover
plate which accepts single or dual PG cable glands (Type PG13.5
for cable diameters from 6 - 12 mm) is enclosed, as shown in the
graphic opposite.
NOTICE!
The WR option enables operation of loudspeakers in changing
ambient conditions, however it is not intended to enable
permanent, unprotected operation of loudspeakers outdoors.
▪ Provide an additional cover over the loudspeakers.
▪ Aim the cabinets either horizontally or with a downward tilt.
To install the fixed connection cable, please proceed as follows:
Tools required: Screw driver (#T20).
Note: Observe the correct polarity of the cable
Brown (+) / Blue (—).
1. Insert the connection cable through the PG screwing and
connect the male connector to the female connector.
2. Push the cover plate towards the connector panel until it fits
into place.
3. Fix the cover plate to the connector panel using the four
countersunk screws.
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.
Applicable d&b amplifiers:
10D/30D/D6/D12/D20/D80.
Application Setup Cabinets per
channel
8S 8S 4
Within applicable d&b amplifiers, the controller setup is available
in Dual Channel or Mix TOP/SUB mode.
Faston type connector, male single PG (standard), dual PG
(optional)
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2.3.1 Controller settings
For acoustic adjustment the functions CUT, HFA and CPL can be
selected.
CUT circuit
Set to CUT, the cabinet low frequency level is reduced. The cabinet
is now configured for use with d&b active subwoofers.
HFA circuit
In HFA mode (High Frequency Attenuation), the HF response of the
system is rolled off. HFA provides a natural, balanced frequency
response when a unit is placed close to listeners in near field or
delay use.
High Frequency Attenuation begins gradually at 1 kHz, dropping
by approximately 3 dB at 10 kHz. This roll off mimics the decline
in frequency response experienced when listening to a system from
a distance in a typically reverberant room or auditorium.
CPL circuit
The CPL (Coupling) circuit compensates for coupling effects
between the cabinets when building closely coupled arrays. CPL
begins gradually around 1 kHz, with the maximum attenuation
below 200 Hz. To achieve a balanced frequency response, the
CPL circuit can be set to dB attenuation values between 0 and –9.
Positive CPL values create an adjustable low frequency boost (0 to
+5 dB) and can be set when the system is used in full range mode
without subwoofers.
2.4 Dispersion characteristics
The following graph shows dispersion angle over frequency of a
single cabinet plotted using lines of equal sound pressure (isobars)
at –6 dB and –12 dB
Fig. 8: Isobar diagram horizontal and vertical
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-20
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Fig. 6: Frequency response correction of HFA circuit
Fig. 7: Frequency response correction of CPL circuit
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2.5 Technical specifications
8S system data
Frequency response (–5 dB standard) 70 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency response (–5 dB CUT mode) 110 Hz - 20 kHz
Max. sound pressure (1 m, free field)
with 10D/D6 124 dB
with 30D/D20/D12 127 dB
with D80 127 dB
(SPLmax peak, pink noise test signal with crest factor of 4)
8S loudspeaker
Nominal impedance 16 ohms
Power handling capacity (RMS/peak 10 ms) 150/800 W
Nominal dispersion angle (hor. x vert.) 100° conical
Components 8“ driver with neodymium magnet
1” compression driver, coaxially mounted
Passive crossover network
Connections 2 x NL4
1 x screw terminal (ST - up to 4 mm2/AWG 11)
WR option: Faston type connector (2 x 6,3mm)
Pin assignments NL4: 1+/1–
WR option: Brown + / Blue –
Weight 7.4 kg (16 lb)
Fig. 9: 8S frequency response, standard and CUT modes
Fig. 10: 8S cabinet dimensions in mm [inch]
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3.1 EU conformity of loudspeakers (CE symbol)
This declaration applies to:
d&b 8S loudspeaker, Z1540
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.
3.2 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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