iSP Technologies SP115 User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following very carefully before operating this unit
Read ALL instructions carefully before using this unit. Keep these instructions for future reference. Heed all warnings and follow all
instructions.
Do not use this unit near water, in the rain, or where there is moisture. If this warning is ignored a serious electrical shock or death may
occur.
Do not attempt to service this unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified, ISP approved personnel. Servicing is
required when the unit is damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Do not block any ventilation openings on the unit. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus that produces heat.
Do not defeat the grounding pin on the power plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. If the grounded plug
does not fit in your outlet, please consult an electrician for replacement of the outlet, which may be obsolete.
Care should be taken to avoid any foreign objects or liquid into this unit. Avoid exposure of this equipment to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
Only use accessories or attachments that are specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the caster attachment, stand, connecting bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold as an accessory with the
unit. When a castor attachment is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipping over.
To completely disconnect this unit from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
This active speaker system has internal power amplifier(s) and a heatsink located internally with cooling ports on the back of the unit for
airflow over the heatsink. Care should be taken to avoid placing this active speaker in a location where the airflow over the heatsink is
impeded and proper cooling of the internal amplifiers is not provided. Avoid placing this system close to other heat sources. The external
heatsink may reach high temperatures under normal use. Do not block the external heatsink with any other object. Make certain there is
proper ventilation for the external heatsink when in use.
Do not drive the unit into excessive heavy distortionfor an extended period of time to avoid premature speaker failure.
Failure to follow these instructions may void the warranty.
THIS UNIT CONTAINS POTENTALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
HAZED, DO NOT REMOVE THE POWER AMPLIFIER MODULE, INPUT PANEL OR AC INPUT PANEL.
NO UER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED ISP TECHNOLOGIES
SERVICE PERSONNELL.
The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock.

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The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance
instructions.
Caution: Exposure to extremely high noise levels can
cause permanent hearing loss.
The SP115 speaker system is capable of producing in excess of 126db SPL at 1 meter.
Continued exposure to noise levels in excess of 90db may cause permanent hearing loss.
Below is a chart of the OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) regulations for
Occupational Noise Exposure. Please note: OSHA requires hearing protection for any
work environment when the sound levels exceed those shown in Table G-16 when
measured on the A scale of a standard sound level meter at slow response.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing ISP Technologies SP115 subwoofer. The SP115 is a high
output subwoofer for high SPL sound reinforcement applications. The SP115 was
designed with a 400 watt 15 inch woofer. The SP115 was designed to connect as a
passive satellite to one of ISP Technologies Active Series Subwoofer Systems SA115 or
SA118 that incorporates a High Current D-CATpower amplifier system capable of
producing upwards of 900 watts RMS.
The SP115 has a single Speakon connector for connection to an Active Series subwoofer.
The SP115 subwoofer cabinet is made of high quality 13 ply Baltic birch plywood with a
durable spray on black finish for long life.

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PLACEMENT
The SP115 is designed to sit directly on the floor or stage. Do not position or mount the
cabinet where it can tip over and fall on someone. Do not attempt to mount the cabinet on
speaker stands. Do not attempt to ‘fly’ (suspend by cables, chains, ropes, etc.) the cabinet.
It was not designed for flying. Position it only on a flat, stable surface where it is not in
danger of tipping over.
Also note that the placement of the cabinet relative to floors and walls will affect the low
frequency response. Placing it closer to the floor and walls will reinforce the low frequency
response.
A pole mount socket is provided on the top of the SP115 for mounting an ISP Active Series
Tripower 12 or Tripower 12XL three-way speaker. A standard 1.5 inch pole is required for
mounting the Tripower speaker. To avoid accidents and insure stability this pole length
should not exceed 2 feet in length.

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SP115 SPECIFICATIONS WITH SA115 or SA118 ACTIVE SUBWOOFER
System
Frequency Range 40Hz - 100Hz
Frequency Response (-3dB) 45Hz - 100Hz
Peak Output @ 1m 126 dB SPL
Crossover Point 100Hz (24db per Octave)
Input Type Balanced differential
Input Impedance 10K ohms
Thermal Protection Output Drivers have internal protection, self resetting. Heatsink
temperature monitored and input is muted if safe temperature is exceeded,
self-resetting. Transformer has internal thermal fuse, self-resetting.
Transducer
Low-Frequency Transducer
Diameter 15” (381mm)
Voice Coil Diameter 3” (76.2mm)
Power Handling 400 watts rms
D-CAT Technology Power Amplifier
Low-Frequency Amplifier
Power Output with SA115-SA118 900 watts RMS
THD 0.06% typical
Line Input Power
Voltage 117VAC, 60 Hz
Current 6.9 amps
Power 800 watts
Physical
Height 24” (609mm)
Front Width 20” (508mm)
Depth 19” (482mm)
Weight 75 lbs.
Enclosure 18mm thick, 13 ply Baltic Birch plywood
Mounting Methods Floor mount
Note: D-CAT is a trademark of ISP Technologies Inc.

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
The unit, parts and workmanship are fully guaranteed to be free of defects under normal
use and service for a period of three year from the date of purchase.
Any damage resulting from the misuse or the failure to follow the precautions and
instructions will void the warranty.
In the event that the unit needs to be repaired. Please return the unit to ISP Technologies
directly. Simply repack the unit, send a copy of the original receipt, a note stating the
problem, and send it to:
ISP Technologies, LLC
5479 Perry Drive Unit B
Waterford, MI 48329
Attn: Repair Dept.
All shipping charges must be fully prepaid.
ISP will not be responsible for any damages incurred in shipping of any unit. Any claim will
need to be settled with the shipping company.
The warranty will be voided if the serial number has been tampered with in any way.
Should you have any questions for the repair department prior to returning the product
please call 1-(248)-673-7790
NOTE: This Product may be covered under one or more of the following patents or patents
pending: 7,035,413; 6,944,305; 6,931,134; 6,831,514; 6,091,013
NOTE: If it is determined that the power amp module has failed, it is possible for an ISP
certified service center to remove the module from the cabinet by removing the mounting
screws and disconnecting the speaker terminals and the transformer. The module may be
sent back to ISP separately. Please contact ISP for technical support to help determine if
the amplifier module may be defective.
ISP TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
5479 Perry Drive Unit B
Waterford, MI 48329
248-673-7790
FAX: [phone]
WWW.ISPTECHNOLOGIES.COM