Fame Audio Discovery 18AS DSP User manual

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Important safety instructions! Please read before connection!
DANGER! (Electrical shock due to high voltages in the device)
The housing must not be removed! There are no parts to be maintained in the device.
Inside the unit there are components which are under high electrical voltage.
Before each use, check the device for damage or the absence of components, protective
devices or housing parts. If this is the case, the device must not be used!
Leave maintenance and repair work to a qualified service workshop or contact your
dealer. In the case of a malfunction of the device, operation must also be stopped
immediately until the device has been repaired by a specialist!
DANGER! (Electric shock due to short circuit)
Modifications to the power cord or plug are prohibited. If the power cord is damaged in any
way, it must be replaced immediately with an original spare part from the manufacturer.
Always make sure that the grounding of the device is maintained. Use only the supplied
power cords and always maintain the side grounded contacts. Make sure that the sockets
used have a properly functioning protective earth.
Failure to do so may result in fire or death due to electric shock!
DANGER! (For babies and children)
Dispose of or store any packaging material properly! Packaging material must be kept out
of the reach of babies and children due to the risk of suffocation.
Ensure that children never use the appliance unattended! In addition, make sure that
children do not remove (small) parts from the device, as they could suffocate by swallowing
parts!
DANGER! (Hearing damage)
Professional speaker systems are able to generate harmful sound levels. Even the influence
of seemingly harmless sound levels over a longer period of time can lead to permanent
damage to the hearing (from approx. 95 dBA SPL).
Therefore, always wear professional hearing protection (earplugs or capsule ear protectors)
during operation!
Hint! (Fire hazard due to overheating)
The maximum permissible ambient temperature of this device is 40°C.
Ensure that the unit is placed in a well-ventilated location away from direct heat sources,
naked flames, combustible materials, and liquids. A minimum distance of 1 m is required.
Do not tape or cover the ventilation slots of the unit, or insert objects into the unit.

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Hint! (Operating conditions)
In advance, it must be clarified with the manufacturer whether the device is also suitable
for outdoor use.
Always keep a minimum distance of 20 cm from walls or other structural objects.
Never expose the device to direct rain, moisture or liquids, as this can lead to damage.
Vibrations, dust or sunlight can also cause damage, avoid them!
Hint! (Power supply)
It is essential that you check that the device voltage matches your local mains voltage. It
is highly recommended that you fuse your mains socket with a residual current circuit
breaker (FI).
If you do not use your device for a longer period of time or carry out maintenance work,
disconnect the device from the mains in order to minimize danger. The same applies to
storm conditions such as thunderstorms, floods, etc.
Hint! (Fuses)
Replace fuses only with IEC127 type (5x20mm) and the correct rating to ensure optimum
performance! It is forbidden to use short-circuited fuses or to bridge the fuse holder.
Fuses may only be replaced by qualified personnel.
Hint! (Condensation)
To avoid condensation in the unit, the unit should adapt to the ambient temperature
before commissioning.
Hint! (Unwanted odours)
A new product can sometimes lead to unwanted odours. This reaction is normal and
disappears after a few minutes.
Hint! (Possible damage due to magnetic fields)
Speakers cause a static magnetic field. Ensure sufficient distance from equipment that
may be affected.

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Symbols on device and packaging:
The lightning flash symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltages and the risk of
electric shock.
The exclamation mark symbol draws the user’s attention to important maintains and
operating instructions in the manual.
The lightning warns you of dangerous voltage accessible from the outside. A connection
to any terminal marked with this symbol may only be made with a ready-made cable
that complies with the manufacturer's recommendations or with cables installed by
qualified personnel.
This symbol warns of hot surfaces. To avoid burns - DO NOT touch!
Only suitable for indoor use.
Read the manual
Please read and follow the warnings and recommendations carefully to ensure safe
and trouble-free use.

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Installation & Transport:
Be sure to check the unit for damage before use. Use the original packaging or a suitable
transport or storage packaging to protect the product from dust, moisture, etc. when not in use.
During assembly, suitable protective equipment (in particular head protection, gloves and safety
shoes) must be worn and only suitable climbing aids (ladders, scaffolding, etc.) must be used.
The responsibility for this lies solely with the installation company.
The installation may only be carried out by experts and only at mounting points with sufficient
load-bearing capacity, if necessary taking construction requirements into account. The fixing
material (screws, dowels, etc.) specified by the manufacturer in the assembly instructions must
be used. Screw connections must be secured against loosening by suitable measures.
Fixed or mobile installations shall be protected against falling by two independently acting
devices. Loose additional parts or parts which come loose must be able to be caught by suitable
devices. National regulations must be observed when using fasteners and fixing elements as well
as slings. With regard to the dimensioning of the securing devices, possible dynamic loads
(jerking forces) must also be taken into account.
ATTENTION! (Inspection measures)
After installation, check the suspension of the system consisting of bracket and
loudspeaker for secure fastening. The operator of loudspeaker systems (stationary or
mobile) is obliged to regularly inspect all system components or have them inspected in
accordance with the relevant national regulations and to have any damage repaired
immediately. Furthermore, we urgently recommend detailed documentation of all
inspection measures in test books or similar.
ATTENTION! (Load capacity)
When loudspeakers are longer or permanently used outdoors, wind loads, snow and ice
loads as well as thermal influences must be taken into account for the stability and load-
bearing capacity of structures and surfaces.
In particular, the load-bearing points of flown systems should be dimensioned with
sufficient safety reserves. The national regulations must be observed.
WARNING! (Risk of injury from overturning)
Improper installation can cause considerable injury and damage!
During transport and installation, ensure that only aids specified by the manufacturer
(e.g. trolleys, stands, tripods, brackets, etc.) are used and always follow the
manufacturer's instructions!

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Hint! (Special measures)
Special measures may also be required to prevent spectators from behaving dangerously.
Tripods must not be set up in escape and rescue routes. When installing in traffic routes,
the required width of the paths and proper blocking and marking must be ensured. When
setting up and setting down
a special hazard. Suitable aids must be used for this purpose.
The national regulations must be observed.
Using this device with sinusoidal, square-wave or other measuring signals at higher
levels will cause serious damage to the device!

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Congratulations on your new Fame Audio Discovery 15AS DSP/18AS DSP!
Thank you for choosing a Fame Audio product. Through efficient development and economical
production, Fame Audio enables high quality products at a fantastic price.
Please read the instruction manual carefully to learn about all the features of this
product and keep it for future use.
Have fun with your new product!
Your Fame Audio Team
Guarantee:
The current general terms and guarantee conditions
of the Music Store professional GmbH apply.
You can view it at: www.musicstore.de
If you have any questions or suggestions,
please contact us:
Music Store professional GmbH
Istanbulstr. 22-26
51103 Cologne
Managing Director: Michael Sauer
WEEE-Reg.-No. DE 41617453
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
Intended use:
The product Fame Audio Discovery 15AS DSP/18AS DSP is optimized for use with music and
speech signals. The device may only be used for this purpose and in accordance with the operating
instructions. Other purposes as well as operation under other operating conditions are expressly
not intended and can lead to damage to property or personal injury! No liability is assumed for
damage resulting from improper use.
It must be ensured that the device is operated exclusively by trained and competent users who are
in full possession of their mental, physical and sensory abilities. The use of other persons is
expressly only permitted at the request of a person responsible for their safety, who instructs or
supervises the use.
Content
Quantity
Subwoofer
1
Power Cord
1
Manual
1
Scope of delivery:

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Set up:
All connections of the device should be made before switching on. Only use high-quality and
undamaged cables that are as short as possible for the connections.
Configuration of the audio input connector:
(XLR/6,35mm Combo Jack Socket)

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Connections and controls:
No.
Designation
No.
Designation
1
LCD Display
5
Power Switch
2
Mic-/Line-Input
XLR/jack (6,35mm) –combo jack
6
Power Outlet
3
Control Dial/Button to activate and
select DSP Functions
7
Fuse Holder
4
MIX OUT
2 XLR Outputs

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No.
Designation
No.
Designation
8
Carrying handle
9
M20 Screwed flange

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DSP Functions:
Main Volume Level:
This menu appears when the subwoofer is initialized and allows you to adjust the volume level of
the subwoofer.
The value varies from MUTE (no volume) to +10dB.
Mode:
This menu is used to select one of the presets. Select these options if you are using the
subwoofer before the sound system:
Normal
Enforce

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Location:
In this menu you can optimize the feedback of the subwoofers when they are used alone or in
groups.
NORMAL: Select this option when you use the subwoofer individually.
CARDIOID: Select this option for a cardioid effect when using the subwoofers in
group mode.
ENDFIRE: Select this option when two subwoofers are used in a longitudinal direction
behind each other.
Delay Effects:
In this menu you can add a delay to the subwoofer. The value of the delay is given in metres.
No delay time is applied by default.
None
until 10,5m/34ft

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Polarity:
In this menu you can invert the polarity of the sum of the signals applied to the input.
Normal
Reverse
X-Over:
In this menu the upper limit of the frequency range of the subwoofer is set. The optimum setting
is the minimum value of the frequency range that is correctly reproduced by the active speakers.
The available values for this setting include the active Discovery Series speakers.
TR15 –Discover 15A DSP
TR12 –Discovery 12A DSP
TR10 –Discovery 10A DSP
150Hz
120Hz
100Hz
80Hz
60Hz

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Delay Unit:
In this menu you can select the unit used by the DELAY menu.
Meters
Foot
LED:
In this menu the LED on the front panel is set.
OFF: The LED never lights up.
ON: The LED is constantly lit in blue.
LIMIT: The LED lights up blue and red when the limit is on.

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Reset:
In this menu you can reset the system to factory settings.
Info:
In this menu you can get information about the current firmware version.
Exit:
Return to setting the volume level of the subwoofer.

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Technical data:
Model
Discovery 15AS DSP
Discovery 18AS DSP
Type
Active Subwoofer
Power Output (RMS)
500 Watt
Power (Peak)
1000 Watt
Amplifier
Class-D
Max. SPL
126dB
127dB
Impedanz
8 Ohm
Frequency range
35-160 Hz
35-150 Hz
Woofer
15“/ 3“ Voice Coil
18“/ 3“ Voice Coil
DSP
Yes
Connections
2x XLR/jack (6,35mm) –Combination jack
Output
2x XLR
Fuse
T4AL /250V
Flange
M20
Power supply
220-240V, 50/60Hz
Mains connection
Power Outlet
Case
2 lateral recessed handles, solid rubber feet
Material Case
15mm Plywood
18mm Plywood
Dimensions (H x L x W)
611,5 x 430 x 616 mm
661,5 x 510 x 656 mm
Weight
26,4 kg
37,6 kg

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Troubleshooting:
The following overview serves as an aid for quick troubleshooting. If you are unsure, contact the
manufacturer, the dealer or the corresponding specialist personnel. Never open the device on
your own!
If the specified corrections have not led to success, please contact our service staff. The contact
details can be found at www.musicstore.de
Cleaning:
The ventilation grilles of the unit must be cleaned regularly from impurities such as dust and dirt.
Switch off the unit before cleaning and disconnect mains operated units from the mains supply.
Use a lint-free, damp cloth for cleaning. Never use alcohol or solvents for cleaning!
Do not open the device. The device does not contain any assemblies or components that can be
replaced or maintained by the user.
In case of damage, do not put the device into operation under any circumstances. Service work
or repairs may only be carried out by qualified service personnel, in particular in the following
cases:
Objects or liquids have penetrated into the device.
The unit does not operate as normal.
The unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
Symptom
Troubleshooting
No function
Check the network connection and the fuse
No sound from loudspeaker, but
power LED lights up
Check the cable connections at the inputs and
outputs
The speaker or XLR cables may be defective.
Please replace them

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Environmental protection:
The company MUSIC STORE professional GmbH always strives to reduce the burden of packaging
to a minimum. The use of environmentally friendly and recyclable materials is of fundamental
importance to us. Please dispose of and recycle the packaging components after use properly.
Disposal of packaging:
Ensure that paper packaging, plastic materials, etc. are separately recycled. Observe the
corresponding disposal instructions on the packaging.
Disposal of batteries:
Batteries do not belong in the garbage! Please keep batteries in accordance with the
official collection points or disposal stations in accordance with the specifications.
Disposal of your old device:
Do not dispose of the device with household waste! This device is subject to the WEEE
Directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) in its currently valid version.
The device will be disposed of by an approved waste disposal company or your local waste
disposal office. The regulations valid in your country must be observed!
Manufacturer: MUSIC STORE professional GmbH,
Istanbulstraße 22-26,
51103 Cologne, Germany

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MS ID: PAH0021517-000/PAH0021518-000
12/2019
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