dB Technologies IS Series User manual

MANUALE D’USO – Sezione 1
Le avvertenze nel presente manuale devono essere osservate congiuntamente al “MANUALE D’USO - Sezione2”.
USER MANUAL - Section 1
The warnings in this manual must be observed in conjunction with the “USER MANUAL - Section 2”.
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG – Abschnitt 1
Die Hinweise in der vorliegenden Bedienungsanleitung sind ebenso zu befolgen wie die in der „BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG – Abschnitt 2“.
MANUEL D’UTILISATION – Section 1
Respecter à la fois les avertissements donnés dans ce document et dans le MANUEL D’UTILISATION - Section 2.
MANUAL DE USO – Sección 1
Respete las advertencias de este manual y los contenidos del “MANUAL DE USO - Sección 2”.
Professional Passive Subwoofer
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WARNING
Make sure that the loudspeaker is securely installed in a stable position to avoid any injuries or damages to
persons or properties. For safety reasons do not place one loudspeaker on top of another without proper
fastening systems. Before hanging the loudspeaker check all the components for damages, deformations, missing
or damaged parts that may compromise safety during installation. If you use the loudspeakers outdoor avoid
spots exposed to bad weather conditions. Contact dBTechnologies for accessories to be used with the speakers.
dBTechnologies will not accept any responsibility for damages caused by inappropriate accessories or additional
devices.

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ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
FRANÇAIS
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INDICE
1. INFORMAZIONI GENERALI..........................................................................................................5
BENVENUTI! ..................................................................................................................................5
PANORAMICA INTRODUTTIVA......................................................................................................5
RIFERIMENTI PER L’UTENTE ..........................................................................................................5
CONTENUTO DELLA CONFEZIONE ...............................................................................................5
CARATTERISTICHE MECCANICHE ED ACUSTICHE ........................................................................6
DIMENSIONI E PESO............................................................................................................................................ 6
MECCANICA ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
PROTEZIONE CONTRO I CORPI SOLIDI E LIQUIDI (GRADO IP).......................................................................... 7
2. COLLEGAMENTI............................................................................................................................7
COLLEGAMENTO E RILANCIO DEL SEGNALE AUDIO...................................................................7
3. ACCESSORI PRINCIPALI ED ESEMPI DI UTILIZZO......................................................................8
INSTALLAZIONE A PAVIMENTO.....................................................................................................8
INSTALLAZIONE APPESA CON GOLFARI .......................................................................................8
4. PRIMA RISOLUZIONE DEI PROBLEMI.........................................................................................9
5. SPECIFICHE TECNICHE..................................................................................................................9
GENERALE ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
DATI ACUSTICI...................................................................................................................................................... 9
DATI ELETTRICI..................................................................................................................................................... 9
CONNESSIONI ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
DIMENSIONI....................................................................................................................................................... 10

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1. INFORMAZIONI GENERALI
BENVENUTI!
Grazie per aver acquistato un prodotto progettato e sviluppato in Italia da dBTechnologies! Questa serie di
subwoofer passivi professionali racchiude in sé anni di esperienza ed innovazione nel campo della diffusione
sonora, con l’impiego di soluzioni d’avanguardia in campo acustico, elettronico e di ricerca sui materiali.
PANORAMICA INTRODUTTIVA
I subwoofer della serie IS sono progettati pensando alle speciche esigenze degli installatori. Le dimensioni
compatte ne fanno un ottimo elemento per situazioni in cui sia richiesto un rinforzo all’impianto audio con la
massima discrezione; le varianti di colore nero o bianco danno ai subwoofer un look elegante, rendendoli adatti
a qualsiasi contesto commerciale e istituzionale. Assicurano un collegamento facile e veloce grazie ai connettori
Euroblock (Phoenix) Le caratteristiche principali sono:
• prestazioni audio di altissimo livello
• design compatto e versatile
• facilità e rapidità di installazione a pavimento o sospesa
• peso contenuto
IS8S
IS8S è equipaggiato con un woofer da 8” (VC 2”).
IS12S
IS12S è equipaggiato con un woofer da 12” (VC 2.5”).
RIFERIMENTI PER L’UTENTE
Per utilizzare al meglio il vostro subwoofer IS consigliamo di:
• leggere il manuale d’uso Quick start presente nella confezione e questo manuale d’uso
completo in ogni sua parte e conservarlo per tutta la durata di vita del prodotto.
• registrare il prodotto sul sito http://www.dbtechnologies.com nella sezione “SUPPORTO”.
• conservare prova d’acquisto e GARANZIA (Manuale d’uso “sezione 2”).
CONTENUTO DELLA CONFEZIONE
Vericare che il contenuto dell’imballo dei subwoofer IS8S, IS12S sia completo.
L’imballo contiene:
• subwoofer IS8S o IS12S
• piedini di gomma
• quick start e documentazione relativa alla garanzia

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CARATTERISTICHE MECCANICHE ED ACUSTICHE
DIMENSIONI E PESO
La serie di subwoofer IS è stata progettata con particolare attenzione all’ottimizzazione dell’ingombro. Il peso è di
10 kg per il modello IS8S, 15 kg per IS12S.
Le misure principali sono:
470 x 230 x 330mm (LxAxP) - modello IS8S
624 x 335 x 400mm (LxAxP) - modello IS12S
470
230
330
220
406
166
220
IMG DIMENSIONI
P
V2
V3
V4
L
A
V1
L A P V1 V2 V3 V4
IS8S 230 mm 470 mm 330 mm 220 mm 406 mm 166 mm 220 mm
IS12S 335 mm 624 mm 400 mm 280 mm 560 mm 271 mm 280 mm

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MECCANICA
I subwoofer possono essere facilmente appesi grazie a 16 punti di ancoraggio lettati per viti/golfari M8. Per
maggiori dettagli consultare la sezione INSTALLAZIONE di questo manuale.
PROTEZIONE CONTRO I CORPI SOLIDI E LIQUIDI (GRADO IP)
I presenti diffusori sono protetti contro l’ingresso di corpi solidi e liquidi esterni con grado di protezione IP32
secondo la EN 60529 sia in posizione orizzontale che verticale.
I cavi di connessione dei diffusori all’amplicatore devono avere un diametro di 8mm (0.31 inch.).
Il non rispetto delle presenti prescrizioni di installazione, potrebbe non garantire le prestazioni
di protezione dichiarate.
2. COLLEGAMENTI
COLLEGAMENTO E RILANCIO DEL SEGNALE AUDIO
L’ingresso audio e il rilancio ad un altro subwoofer avviene tramite connessione Euroblock (Phoenix); i connettori
sono protetti da un pannello metallico facilmente removibile svitando le quattro viti che lo ssano al box.
Collegare la sorgente audio (proveniente ad es. da un amplicatore o altro subwoofer/diffusore) al morsetto
INPUT rispettando la polarità indicata vicino ai connettori (positivo con positivo, negativo con negativo). Il
rilancio a un altro subwoofer avviene in maniera analoga: collegare l’uscita LINK del subwoofer all’ingresso
INPUT di quello successivo rispettando la polarità (positivo con positivo, negativo con negativo).
SORGENTE
AUDIO
SUBWOOFER
PARALLELO
SORGENTE
AUDIO
SUBWOOFER
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3. ACCESSORI PRINCIPALI ED ESEMPI DI UTILIZZO
INSTALLAZIONE A PAVIMENTO
I subwoofer IS8S, IS12S sono progettati per l’installazione a pavimento sia in orizzontale che in verticale. Per
evitare lo scivolamento, sono inclusi dei piedini di gomma da applicare sulla supercie che andrà appoggiata a
pavimento.
IMG COPERTINA
INSTALLAZIONE APPESA CON GOLFARI
È possibile appendere i subwoofer utilizzando dei golfari M8 (non forniti) montati al posto delle viti di ssaggio
poste sulle superci laterali.
Non togliere entrambe le viti di ssaggio e utilizzare solo un golfare per ogni punto di appendibilità.
NO!
SI!
SI!
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ATTENZIONE!
• Non sono ammessi tipi di installazione diversi da quelli qui illustrati.
• L’installazione deve essere effettuata da parte di personale esperto.
• I mezzi di ssaggio, a cura dell’installatore devono essere adeguati alla parete, per
garantire stabilità e sicurezza.
• Vericare sempre che il posizionamento sia stabile, e che l’installazione non costituisca
fonte di pericolo per persone, animali o cose.
4. PRIMA RISOLUZIONE DEI PROBLEMI
Il subwoofer non emette nessun suono
1. Vericare che il collegamento in ingresso del segnale audio sia correttamente effettuato
2. Vericare che i cavi utilizzati non siano danneggiati
3. Vericare che la sorgente audio a monte sia accesa e mostri la presenza di segnale in uscita
5. SPECIFICHE TECNICHE
GENERALE
IS8S IS12S
Tipologia: Subwoofer passivo Subwoofer passivo
Protezione contro corpi solidi e liquidi (IP): 32 32
DATI ACUSTICI
Risposta in frequenza [-6 dB]: 50 Hz - custom LPF 40 Hz - custom LPF
Sensibilità: 87 dB 97.5 dB
Max SPL (@ 1m): 116 dB 127.5 dB
LF: 8” 12”
LF Voice Coil: 2” 2.5”
DATI ELETTRICI
Impedenza nominale: 8 Ω 8 Ω
Potenza RMS: 200 W 250 W
Potenza di picco: 800 W 1000 W
CONNESSIONI
Ingresso : Euroblock (Phoenix) 2 poli
Link : Euroblock (Phoenix) 2 poli

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DIMENSIONI
Materiale: Cabinet in legno, verniciatura nera/bianca
Griglia: Interamente in metallo - lavorazione CNC
Montaggio: A pavimento o appeso
Predisposizioni di
montaggio: Punti integrati laterali nel cabinet
Larghezza: 470 mm (18.5 inch.) 624 mm (24.6 inch.)
Altezza: 230 mm (9.1 inch.) 335 mm (13.2 inch.)
Profondità: 330 mm (13 inch.) 400 mm (15.7 inch.)
Peso: 10 kg (22 lbs.) 15 kg (33 lbs.)
Caratteristiche, speciche e aspetto dei prodotti sono soggetti a possibili cambiamenti senza previa
comunicazione. dBTechnologies si riserva il diritto di apportare cambiamenti o miglioramenti nel design o nelle
lavorazioni senza assumersi l’obbligo di cambiare o migliorare anche i prodotti precedentemente realizzati.
A.E.B. Industriale Srl
Via Brodolini, 8
Località Crespellano
40053 VALSAMOGGIA
BOLOGNA (ITALIA)
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.dbtechnologies.com
[email protected]

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CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ..........................................................................................................12
WELCOME! ..................................................................................................................................12
INTRODUCTORY OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................12
USER INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................12
PACKAGE CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................12
MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTIC FEATURES ..................................................................................13
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT .............................................................................................................................. 13
MECHANICAL FEATURES ................................................................................................................................... 14
PROTECTION AGAINST SOLID OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS (IP RATING)................................................................ 14
2. CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................14
CONNECTING AND LINKING THE AUDIO SIGNAL .....................................................................14
3. MAIN ACCESSORIES AND EXAMPLES OF USE ........................................................................15
FLOOR INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................15
INSTALLATION SUSPENDED FROM EYEBOLTS ...........................................................................15
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................16
5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................16
GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
ACOUSTIC DATA................................................................................................................................................. 16
ELECTRICAL DATA .............................................................................................................................................. 16
CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 16
DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 17

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
WELCOME!
Thanks for purchasing a product that was designed and developed in Italy by dBTechnologies! This series of
professional passive subwoofers embodies years of experience and innovation in the eld of sound reproduction,
with the use of cutting edge solutions in the elds of acoustics, electronics and materials research.
INTRODUCTORY OVERVIEW
The IS series of subwoofers have been designed with the specic needs of installers in mind. The compact
dimensions make them ideal for situations which require unobtrusive sound reinforcement; available in black or
white versions, the elegant design of these subwoofers make them a perfect t in any commercial or institutional
setting. Connection is quick and easy thanks to the Eurobock (Phoenix) connectors. The main features are:
• high-quality audio performance
• compact and versatile design
• quick and easy installation on oor or suspended
• low weight
IS8S
The IS8S is equipped with an 8" woofer (VC 2").
IS12S
The IS12S is equipped with a 12" woofer (VC 2.5").
USER INFORMATION
To get optimum use from your IS subwoofer, we recommend that you:
• read the Quick Start manual included in the package and all of this complete User Manual,
and keep them throughout the entire life of the product.
• register the product at http://www.dbtechnologies.com in the section “SUPPORT”.
• retain your proof of purchase and WARRANTY (User Manual “section 2”).
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Check that no items are missing from the IS8S/IS12S subwoofer package.
The package contains:
• IS8S or IS12S subwoofer
• rubber feet
• quick start manual and warranty documentation

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MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTIC FEATURES
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
The IS subwoofer series has been designed with particular attention to optimising the overall dimensions. The
IS8S weighs 10 kg, while the IS12S weighs 15 kg.
The main dimensions are:
470 x 230 x 330mm (WxHxD) - IS8S model
624 x 335 x 400mm (WxHxD) - IS12S model
470
230
330
220
406
166
220
IMG DIMENSIONI
D
V2
V3
V4
W
H
V1
W H D V1 V2 V3 V4
IS8S 230 mm 470 mm 330 mm 220 mm 406 mm 166 mm 220 mm
IS12S 335 mm 624 mm 400 mm 280 mm 560 mm 271 mm 280 mm

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MECHANICAL FEATURES
The subwoofers can be easily suspended thanks to the 16 threaded anchor points provided for M8 screws/
eyebolts. For further details, refer to the INSTALLATION section of this manual.
PROTECTION AGAINST SOLID OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS (IP RATING)
The speakers are protected against the ingress of solid objects and liquids with a rating of IP32 as dened by EN
60529 in both horizontal and vertical positions.
The cables connecting the speakers to the amplier must have a diameter of at least 8mm (0.31 inch).
Failure to comply with these installation prescriptions could adversely affect the declared
protection ratings.
2. CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING AND LINKING THE AUDIO SIGNAL
The audio input and link to another subwoofer are connected via Euroblock (Phoenix) connectors; the connectors
are protected under a metal panel that is easily removed by unscrewing the four screws securing it to the cabinet.
Connect the audio source (e.g., from an amplier or another subwoofer/speaker) to the INPUT terminal,
respecting the polarity markings next to the connectors (positive to positive, negative to negative). The audio
signal can be linked to another subwoofer in a similar way: connect the LINK output of the subwoofer to the
INPUT terminal of the next subwoofer respecting the polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative).
SORGENTE
AUDIO
SUBWOOFER
PARALLELO
AUDIO SOURCE PARALLEL
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3. MAIN ACCESSORIES AND EXAMPLES OF USE
FLOOR INSTALLATION
The IS8S and IS12S subwoofers are designed to stand on the oor in either a horizontal of vertical position. To
prevent the subwoofer sliding around, it is supplied with rubber feet that can be afxed to the side of the cabinet
in contact with the oor.
IMG COPERTINA
INSTALLATION SUSPENDED FROM EYEBOLTS
The subwoofer can be suspended using M8 eyebolts (not supplied) tted in place of the xing screws on the sides
of the unit.
Do not remove both xing screws and use only one eyebolt for each suspension point.
NO!
SI!
SI!
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CAUTION!
• Installation types other than those illustrated here are not allowed.
• Installation must be carried out by qualied personnel.
• The xings used by the installer must be suitable for the type of wall to ensure stability
and safety.
• Always check that placement is stable and the installation is not a hazard to people,
animals or things.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING
The subwoofer does not produce any sound
1. Check that the audio signal input is connected correctly
2. Check that the connection cables are not damaged
3. Check that the audio source is powered on and clearly shows an output signal
5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
IS8S IS12S
Type: Passive subwoofer Passive subwoofer
Protection against solid objects and liquids (IP): 32 32
ACOUSTIC DATA
Frequency response [-6 dB]: 50 Hz - custom LPF 40 Hz - custom LPF
Sensitivity: 87 dB 97.5 dB
Max SPL (@ 1m): 116 dB 127.5 dB
LF: 8” 12”
LF voice coil: 2” 2.5”
ELECTRICAL DATA
Rated impedance: 8 Ω 8 Ω
RMS power: 200 W 250 W
Peak power: 800 W 1000 W
CONNECTIONS
Input: Euroblock (Phoenix) 2 pole
Link: Euroblock (Phoenix) 2 pole

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DIMENSIONS
Material: Wood cabinet, black/white paint nish
Grille: All metal – CNC machined
Installation: Floor standing or suspended
Mounting points: Integrated in sides of cabinet
Width: 470 mm (18.5 inch.) 624 mm (24.6 inch.)
Height: 230 mm (9.1 inch.) 335 mm (13.2 inch.)
Depth: 330 mm (13 inch.) 400 mm (15.7 inch.)
Weight: 10 kg (22 lbs.) 15 kg (33 lbs.)
Product features, specications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice. dBTechnologies
reserves the right to make changes or improvements in design or manufacturing without any obligation to change
or improve previously manufactured products.
A.E.B. Industriale Srl
Via Brodolini, 8
Località Crespellano
40053 VALSAMOGGIA
BOLOGNA (ITALIA)
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.dbtechnologies.com
[email protected]

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INHALTSVERZEICHNIS
1. ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE ............................................................................................................19
WILLKOMMEN! ...........................................................................................................................19
KURZBESCHREIBUNG...................................................................................................................19
HINWEISE FÜR DEN BENUTZER .................................................................................................19
INHALT DER VERPACKUNG..........................................................................................................19
MECHANISCHE UND AKUSTISCHE EIGENSCHAFTEN.................................................................20
ABMESSUNGEN UND GEWICHT........................................................................................................................ 20
MECHANIK ......................................................................................................................................................... 21
SCHUTZ GEGEN FESTSTOFFE UND FLÜSSIGKEITEN (IP-SCHUTZART) .............................................................. 21
2. ANSCHLÜSSE...............................................................................................................................21
ANSCHLUSS UND WEITERLEITUNG DES AUDIOSIGNALS ..........................................................21
3. HAUPTZUBEHÖR UND ANWENDUNGSBEISPIELE ..................................................................22
BODENINSTALLATION .................................................................................................................22
HÄNGEINSTALLATION MIT RINGSCHRAUBEN............................................................................22
4. ERSTE FEHLERBEHEBUNG .........................................................................................................23
5. TECHNISCHE DATEN...................................................................................................................23
ALLGEMEINES .................................................................................................................................................... 23
AKUSTISCHE DATEN........................................................................................................................................... 23
ELEKTRISCHE DATEN.......................................................................................................................................... 23
ANSCHLÜSSE ...................................................................................................................................................... 23
ABMESSUNGEN.................................................................................................................................................. 24

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1. ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE
WILLKOMMEN!
Danke, dass Sie ein Produkt erworben haben, das von dBTechnologies in Italien entworfen und entwickelt wurde!
Diese Serie von professionellen Passiv-Subwoofern ist das Ergebnis langjähriger Erfahrung und Innovation im
Bereich der Soundsysteme. Sie bietet fortschrittliche Lösungen in Sachen Akustik und Elektronik sowie im Hinblick
auf die Materialauswahl.
KURZBESCHREIBUNG
Die Subwoofer der Serie IS zeichnen sich durch eine montagefreundliche Konstruktion aus. Dank der
kompakten Abmessungen eignen sie sich hervorragend zur unauffälligen Unterstützung der Soundanlage; die
Subwoofer fügen sich in der eleganten schwarzen oder weißen Ausführung dezent in jeden gewerblichen und
institutionellen Bereich ein. Die Euroblock-Steckverbinder (Phoenix) gewährleisten einen einfachen und schnellen
Anschluss. Hauptfeatures:
• Hervorragende Klangqualität
• kompaktes, vielseitiges Design
• einfache und schnelle Boden- oder Hängeinstallation
• geringes Gewicht
IS8S
IS8S verfügt über einen 8“ Woofer (VC 2").
IS12S
IS12S verfügt über einen 12“ Woofer (VC 2,5").
HINWEISE FÜR DEN BENUTZER
Für die optimale Nutzung Ihres Subwoofers IS raten wir Ihnen:
• die in der Packung enthaltene Quick Start-Anleitung sowie diese Bedienungsanleitung
vollständig zu lesen und sie über die gesamte Lebensdauer des Produktes aufzubewahren.
• Registrierung des Produktes auf der Website http://www.dbtechnologies.com unter
„SUPPORT“.
• Aufbewahren des Einkaufsbeleges und der GARANTIE (Benutzerhandbuch, "Abschnitt 2").
INHALT DER VERPACKUNG
Sicherstellen, dass der Packungsinhalt der Subwoofer IS8S, IS12S vollständig ist.
Die Packung enthält:
• Subwoofer IS8S oder IS12S
• Gummifüße
• Quick Start Anleitung und Garantieunterlagen

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MECHANISCHE UND AKUSTISCHE EIGENSCHAFTEN
ABMESSUNGEN UND GEWICHT
Die Serie IS zeichnet sich durch kompakte Abmessungen aus. Das Gewicht beträgt 10 kg für das Modell IS8S, 15 kg
für IS12S.
Gesamtabmessungen:
470 x 230 x 330mm (BxHxT) - Modell IS8S
624 x 335 x 400mm (BxHxT) - Modell IS12S
470
230
330
220
406
166
220
IMG DIMENSIONI
T
V2
V3
V4
B
H
V1
B H T V1 V2 V3 V4
IS8S 230 mm 470 mm 330 mm 220 mm 406 mm 166 mm 220 mm
IS12S 335 mm 624 mm 400 mm 280 mm 560 mm 271 mm 280 mm