d & b audiotechnik Bi6-SUB User manual

BBi6-SUB
Manual 1.1 en

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General information
Bi6-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
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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. Bi6-SUB loudspeaker...................................................... 5
2.1. Product description.................................................................. 5
2.2. Connections............................................................................. 5
2.3. Operation................................................................................ 7
2.3.1. Controller settings................................................................ 7
2.4. Technical specifications.......................................................... 8
3. Manufacturer's declarations....................................... 9
3.1. EU conformity of loudspeakers (CE symbol)......................... 9
3.1.1. WEEE Declaration (Disposal)............................................. 9
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 Bi6-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 enclosure is constructed from marine plywood with an impact
resistant black paint finish. The front of the cabinet is protected by
a rigid metal grill backed by an acoustically transparent foam.
Four rubber feet 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
Bi6-SUBs.
The cabinet side panels are each equipped with a pair of M10
threads to accept the Z5389 Horizontal bracket.
2.2. Connections
The cabinet is fitted with a pair of NL4 M connectors and a two
pole screw terminal block (ST). All four pins of both NL4 M
connectors are wired in parallel. The cabinet uses the pin
assignments 2+/2–. Pins 1+/1– are designated to full range
cabinets.
Cabinets with the weather resistant option (WR) are equipped with
a fixed input cable (PG type, H07-RN-F, 2 x 2.5 mm2 (AWG 13),
standard length 5.5 m (18 ft).
Pin equivalents of the applicable connector options are listed in the
table below.
NL4
M1+ 1– 2+ 2–
ST n.a. n.a. + –
PG n.a. n.a. Brown (+) Blue (–)
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.
Connector wiring
2. Bi6-SUB loudspeaker
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In permanent installations SenseDrive can also be applied to
cabinets with NL4 connectors or fixed cable option (PG). The
connection of the negative signal wire (EP5 pin 4 of the respective
D12 output) to the SenseDrive wire (EP5 pin 5 of respective D12
output) is made in a breakout box close to the loudspeaker
cabinet. For an uncompromising SenseDrive performance the
connection should be done not more than 3 m (10 ft) away from
the loudspeaker.
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.
Fixed cable connection
The Bi6-SUB 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.
To install the fixed cable connection, proceed as follows:
Tools required: Philips screw driver (#PH2).
1. Remove the knockout opening in the cover plate [1] and
attach the rubber grommet [2] correspondingly.
2. Insert the connection cable through the rubber grommet.
3. Undo the four screws of the connector panel.
4. Connect the cable wires to the screw terminal.
Þ Observe the correct polarity!
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 all screws.
Step 2 Step 3 Step 4/5 Step 6
Installing the fixed cable connection
Step 1
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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 in the previous section .
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
Bi6-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 Bi6-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
Bi6-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.
NL4 cable connection with cover plate [1]
CSA Stack (example)
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For further information, please refer to the d&b TI 330 Cardioid
Subwoofer Array, which is available for download at
www.dbaudio.com.
2.4. Technical specifications
Bi6-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)
Bi6-SUB loudspeaker
Nominal impedance 8 ohms
Power handling capacity (RMS/peak 10 ms) 500/2000 W
Components 1 x 18" driver
Connections 2 x NL4 M
1 x screw terminal (ST - up to 4 mm2/AWG 11)
Optional fixed cable (PG):
H07-RN-F, 2 x 2.5 mm2 (AWG 13), 5.5 m (18 ft)
Pin assignment NL4 M: 1+/1–
Fixed cable (PG): Brown: (+) / Blue: (–)
Weight 38 kg (84 lb)
Bi6-SUB cabinet dimensions in mm [inch]
Bi6-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 Bi6-SUB loudspeaker, Z0711
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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