Sound Town OBERON-15SPW User manual

2020 SOUNDTOWN // Features and specifications are subject to change and or improvement without notice.
OBERON-15SPW
OBERON-18SPW
High Power Active Subwoofer
PRODUCT MANUAL EN

The SOUND TOWN OBERON series powered subwoofer has a built-in high power
Class-D amplifier with digital signal processor (DSP).
The DSP features dynamic bass enhancement, RMS dynamic processor and 2nd
order IIR filter.
Full range or high pass signal outputs switchable, ideal for use together with other
speakers either subwoofer or full range tops.
Customized low frequency driver provide powerful and strong bass sound.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product.
2. All safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.
3. Read and understand all warnings listed on the operating instructions.
4. Follow all operating instructions to operate this product.
5. This product should not be used near water, i.e. Bathtub, sink, swimming pool, web basement etc.
6. Only use dry cloth to clean this product.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings, it should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built-in
enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air.
8. Do not install this product near any heat sources, such as, radiators, heat registers, stove or other apparatus
(including heat producing amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The side
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety if the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord being walked on or pinched particularly at Plugs, convenience receptacles and the
point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not break the ground pin of the power supply cord.
11. Only use attachments specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used use caution when moving cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation
ports or any other openings.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way; such as, power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
17. When the MAINS plug, or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device should
remain readily operable.
18. Protective Ground Terminal: The apparatus shall be connected to an AC main socket with a protective earth
ground connection.
FEATURES
In the package
1sOBERON ubwoofer
1 Power cable
1 User Manual
1 Warranty Card
How can we help you?
CONTACT OUR US-BASED SUPPORT TEAM
Simple or complex, your questions are important to us. For service, support
or more information, please contact the Sound Town support team:
Email: [email protected]

Rear Panel Instruction A. Combo Input: Two balanced 1/4"/XLR combo jack (1/2) are provided. This allows for stereo input
from two separate feeds. The subwoofer will work with only one input connected.
Two balanced XLR (1/2) are provided for signal output.B. XLR Output:
This controls the gain of the input signal. It will raise and lower theC. Subwoofer Volume Control:
volume of the subwoofer. Standard usage is setting this control at 50%.
Low Pass Filter, this controls how much high frequency (90Hz or 120Hz above) is filteredD. XOVER:
out of the signal and how much of the higher bass frequency are left in the signal. This does not add
bass to the signal, it determines how much high frequency is cut out of the signal.
This controls the 2 XLR ('B') outputs frequency range: switch to 'LINK' to controlE. OUTPUT MODE:
the XLR to output passthrough full range signal, switch to 'XOVER' to control the XLR to output 90Hz
or 120Hz high pass signal according to the XOVER setting.
F. Polarity Switch: This switch reversed polarity of subwoofer and is dependent on the placement of
the subwoofer relative to the speakers.
Flashing when there is signal input.G. Signal LED:
H. Limit LED: This indicator lights up when the amplifier is near clipping. An occasional flickering is
acceptable. If LED is lit continuously, adjust the level control and reduce the output level of connected
sources. Failure to do so may lead to premature failure of your speaker.
This indicator will light when the subwoofer is turned on.I. Power LED:
J. :Voltage selection This switch is supplied for moving the unit from 115 voltage (US Standard) to
230 voltage (European Standard). The switch needs to be set on the proper voltage for your area.
To turn/off the subwoofer.K. Power Switch:
L. AC I :nput This receptacle is for connecting the included IEC power cable. It is important to supply
the proper AC line voltage to the unit. Do not connect to intermittent or faulty power.
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