DLS Tsub 8 User manual

Owners guide
DLS Tsub 8
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Owners guide for DLS TSub 8 subwoofer
Introduction
Please read this manual fully before unpacking and
installing the product. It will help you to optimise
the performance of your subwoofer.
Unpacking and maintenance
Your speaker should be treated with the same care
you would treat a piece of furniture. Use only a
piece of soft cloth and a small quantity of warm
soapy water to clean the loudspeakers. Avoid
touching the cone of the bass unit. After unpacking,
we suggest you retain all packing material for
future transports.
System
DLS TSub 8 is an efficient, active subwoofer with a
built-in 300 W power amplifier. The loudspeaker
unit is a specially developed 8” long-stroke woofer
with a powerful magnetic system.
DLS TSub 8 is designed to interact with Hi-Fi
equipment, surround installations and multi-media
systems. The subwoofer allows great freedom in
placement. With the control you can adjust cross-
over frequency and level, which makes it easy to
adjust for the acoustics in your listening room.
IMPORTANT!
Before connecting electricity to the power supply ,
it is important that the POWER switch is OFF and
check so the AC switch 115V-230V is set at correct
voltage for your country. Connect the subwoofers
input signals befor you switch the POWER switch
to ON.
Connection alternatives:
Surround system connections
Surround amplifier provide a separate subwoofer
line output, use a "Line Cable" from this output to
LINE IN right (R), fig 3. You can also use a "Split
Cable" to connect the subwoofer line output to both
LINE IN, left (L) and right (R), fig 4. The sensitivity
then increases with 6 dB.
2-chanel stereo connections
-Line level input
Should your amplifier have separate pre-amplifier
outputs, you should connect those to LINE IN, left
(L) and right (R). Use a "Stereo Line Cable". Your
front speakers remain connected to the
loudspeaker outputs of the stereo amplifier.
-High level input
Connect the speaker outputs of the stereo power
amplifier to ”left HI LEVEL IN” and ”right HI LEVEL
IN” respectively, fig 2.
Description of subwoofer amplifer, fig 1.
LINE IN
Connectors for line level RCA input
PHASE
Switch for phase shifting the subwoofer sound
INTERNAL X-OVER/DIRECT
Switch for by-pass (DIRECT) internal crossover
LOW-PASS CROSSOVER
Control for adjusting crossover point to system
VOLUME
Control for adjusting subwoofer level to system
POWER LED
Red for standby and green for subwoofer active
HIGH LEVEL INPUT
For connection from amplifiers speaker output
POWER
Main power switch and power input socket with
fuse holder
MAIN SWITCH (red)
To adjust amplifier for 115 or 230V connections
fig 1
100Hz30Hz
DIRECT
0°
180°
X-OVER
INTERNAL
PHASE CROSSOVER
60Hz
LOW-PASS SUBWOOFER
MIN. MAX.
VOLUME
POWER
ON
OFF
T2.15AL 250V FOR 230V INPUT
T4.5AL 250V FOR 115V INPUT
115/230V ~ 50/60Hz 500W
DO NOT OPEN
CONFORMS TO
UL STD.6500
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD.E60065
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
C US
D
2001228
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E
R
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT EXPOSE
CAUTION
FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 250V FUSE.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
Subwoofer Amplifier
MODEL:DS3004BP
WARNING:
TO AVOID AMPLIFIER DAMAGE, OBSERVE PROPER
POLARITY IN ALL SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTIONS.
+
R CH
_
HIGH LEVEL INPUTS
+
L CH
_
R
L
230V115V
POWER
LINE IN
SERIAL #
Class 2 Wiring
DOUBLE INSULATION - When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
230V

Connecting power supply
The switch "Power" is the on/off switch for the
subwoofer. Normal position is ON which makes the
subwoofer start with the rest of your system,
POWER LED glows green. After a period without
input signal the amplifier atomatically reverts to
standby, POWER LED glows red. The OFF posi-
tion is used when the subwoofer should not be
used for some time.
Tuning the system
Running-in period
The performance of the subwoofer will change
subtly during the listening period. Please allow
your new subwoofer to play about 50 hours of
music at normal listening level before doing any
critical listening.
Placement
The bass reproduction in a room is the result from
many factors. The performance of the subwoofer,
the dimensions of the room and the placement of
the subwoofer. The most important factor is
probably where in the room the subwoofer is
placed. The character will change as you move the
subwoofer around, small changes in positions -
20cm can have a significant effect on the sound.
We recommend that you try out what give maxi-
mum performance in your room; by a wall, in a
corner or a free-standing position.
fig 2
fig 3 fig 4
R
L
R
L
CENTREFRONT SUBWOOFERSURROUND
100Hz30Hz
DIRECT
0°
180°
X-OVER
INTERNAL
PHASE CROSSOVER
60Hz
LOW-PASS SUBWOOFER
MIN. MAX.
VOLUME
POWER
ON
OFF
T2.15AL 250V FOR 230V INPUT
T4.5AL 250V FOR 115V INPUT
115/230V ~ 50/60Hz 500W
DO NOT OPEN
CONFORMS TO
UL STD.6500
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD.E60065
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
C US
D
2001228
S
I
L
T E
R
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT EXPOSE
CAUTION
FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 250V FUSE.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
Subwoofer Amplifier
MODEL:DS3004BP
WARNING:
TO AVOID AMPLIFIER DAMAGE, OBSERVE PROPER
POLARITY IN ALL SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTIONS.
+
R CH
_
HIGH LEVEL INPUTS
+ L CH
_
R
L
230V115V
POWER
LINE IN
SERIAL #
Class 2 Wiring
DOUBLE INSULATION - When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
230V
R
L
R
L
CENTREFRONT SUBWOOFERSURROUND
100Hz30Hz
DIRECT
0°
180°
X-OVER
INTERNAL
PHASE CROSSOVER
60Hz
LOW-PASS SUBWOOFER
MIN. MAX.
VOLUME
POWER
ON
OFF
T2.15AL 250V FOR 230V INPUT
T4.5AL 250V FOR 115V INPUT
115/230V ~ 50/60Hz 500W
DO NOT OPEN
CONFORMS TO
UL STD.6500
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD.E60065
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
C US
D
2001228
S
I
L
T E
R
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT EXPOSE
CAUTION
FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 250V FUSE.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
Subwoofer Amplifier
MODEL:DS3004BP
WARNING:
TO AVOID AMPLIFIER DAMAGE, OBSERVE PROPER
POLARITY IN ALL SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTIONS.
+
R CH
_
HIGH LEVEL INPUTS
+ L CH
_
R
L
230V115V
POWER
LINE IN
SERIAL #
Class 2 Wiring
DOUBLE INSULATION - When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
230V
SPEAKER OUTPUT
100Hz30Hz
DIRECT
0°
180°
X-OVER
INTERNAL
PHASE CROSSOVER
60Hz
LOW-PASS SUBWOOFER
MIN. MAX.
VOLUME
POWER
ON
OFF
T2.15AL 250V FOR 230V INPUT
T4.5AL 250V FOR 115V INPUT
115/230V ~ 50/60Hz 500W
DO NOT OPEN
CONFORMS TO
UL STD.6500
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD.E60065
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
C US
D
2001228
S
I
L
T E
R
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT EXPOSE
CAUTION
FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE 250V FUSE.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST
Subwoofer Amplifier
MODEL:DS3004BP
WARNING:
TO AVOID AMPLIFIER DAMAGE, OBSERVE PROPER
POLARITY IN ALL SPEAKER LEVEL CONNECTIONS.
+R CH _
HIGH LEVEL INPUTS
+L CH _
R
L
230V115V
POWER
LINE IN
SERIAL #
Class 2 Wiring
DOUBLE INSULATION - When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
230V
+
R CH
_
L CH
_+
RIGHT
+
_+ _
LEFT

DLS home entertainment speaker system are made with
pride for your musical enjoyment and comfort
DLS Svenska AB
Sweden
Phone: [phone]
www.dls.se
E-mail: [email protected]
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Service
Should your DLS sobwoofer system require
service, or if you have difficulty in achieving the
fine performance of which your DLS loudspeaker
system is capable, consult the DLS dealer from
whom the system was purchased. Your dealer has
the knowledge required to provide expert advice
and assistance. In case the DLS dealer is unable
to assist you, you are welcome to contact the DLS
Technical Department: [email protected]
Warranty
This DLS loudspeaker is warranted to the original
purchaser, against factory defect in material or
workmanship, for a period of one (1) year from the
date of original purchase. This warranty is valid
only in the country of purchase, to the original
purchaser and is non-transferable.
DLS loudspeakers are music listening devices and
should be used for listening purposes only. They
must not be connected to any other equipment
than amplifiers within the specified power range.
DLS cannot be held responsible for damage or
injuries caused by improper use, or use in violation
with the recommendations in this leaflet.
VOLUME control
This control is used to adjust the balance between
subwoofer and front or satellite speakers. Once
you have found a pleasant balance there should be
little need for further adjustments. Trust your ears
and your personal taste to find the correct setting.
LOW-PASS CROSSOVER control.
The active crossover network of the DLS TSub 8
can be continuously adjusted from 30 to 100 Hz.
This frequency is the split frequency between the
subwoofer and the front or satellite speakers. A
higher crossover frequency eases the load of the
front speakers while a lower crossover improves
the stereo image. As with the level control you
need to try out what suits your equipment, room
and ears the best.
PHASE switch.
This switch changes the phase of the subwoofer
sound 180°. Normal position is 0°, but for reasons
of placement it could occur that subwoofer and
front speakers are out of phase at the crossover
frequency. You recognize this as weak bass
reproduction that just barely can be adjusted with
the level control. Instead you change the phase.
The switch can be used while the subwoofer is on,
and again, your ears are the proper instrument to
decide.
CAUTION!
If you hear distortion when you increase the
volume this is normally a sign of overloading
the subwoofer and you should immediately
reduce the level. We recommend that you use
the volume control with care.