Owners Manual Sub 600
Contents Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SAFETY Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 BEFORE OPERATION About this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction English Introduction Dear Music Lover, Thank you for your decision to acquire Dynaudio loudspeakers. Every Dynaudio model features the advanced Dynaudio loudspeaker technology, resulting in music reproduction at a very high level, making many familiar recordings a new listening experience altogether. This advanced technology results from many years of intense research and development, the highest quality standards in production, and Dynaudio's enduring passion for musical truth.
SAFETY SAFETY Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 2 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Important Safety Instructions 15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus. 16. To completely disconnect this equipment from the mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the receptacle. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. WARNING Risk of Electric Shock. Do Not Open.
BEFORE OPERATION About this operating manual BEFORE OPERATION Used signs and symbols In this operating manual following signs and symbols are used. Safety signs General safety sign The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
About this operating manual Text markings Note Additional information is provided, which is important to fully understand the Sub 600 and how to operate it. The arrow will identify steps to be performed. Please follow the instructions carefully. 1. 2. 3. Multiple steps that should be performed consecutively are numbered. Please follow these instructions carefully. italics The result of a step is printed in italics. This may help you verify the success of a step.
BEFORE OPERATION Unpacking To find the suitable position for the Sub 600 in your listening room, please read the chapter “Positioning the subwoofer” on page 20. To unpack the subwoofer 1 2 1. Unpack the subwoofer on a clean, even and soft area; floor carpeting is very suitable. 2. The packaging should be opened from the top. Remove all accessories that come packed with the subwoofer. Do not remove the top part of the protective material. 3.
Unpacking Grille The subwoofer can be operated without the grille. However, it is recommended that the grille is mounted during normal use to help prevent accidental damage or dirt settling on the cone of the loudspeaker. With subwoofers, the influence of the grille on the sound is virtually negligible. To remove the grille: Gently pull the grille at all corners. To fit the grille: Line up the studs with the corresponding front baffle holes. Gently push the grille in at all corners.
BEFORE OPERATION Controls and connections ➋ POWER ➊ PHASE ON AUTO 0° 180° Min SAT Highpass ➍ ➊ POWER GAIN Max ➌ SUB Lowpass ➎ Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 50 Hz 150 Hz Subwoofer auto power mode: • ON = Auto mode disabled (subwoofer is switched on permanently, when main power switch is set to ON). • AUTO = Auto mode enabeld (when main power switch is set to ON and a music signal is detected, the internal amplifier is activated automatically). ➋ GAIN Subwoofer volume level.
Controls and connections ➐ SUB I/O, To Slave ➋ POWER ➊ GAIN 0° 180° Min SAT Highpass ➍ PHASE ON AUTO Max ➌ SUB Lowpass ➎ Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 50 Hz SAT/SUB Input 150 Hz SAT Output LEFT ➏ • LFE/Slave IN: input for LFE signal from processor/receiver. Note that the signal must be a true LFE signal or already have been filtered by the processor/receiver, as SUB Lowpass does not have an effect in combination with the LFE input. • OUT: output to next subwoofer if installed.
OPERATION Connecting the subwoofer OPERATION NOTICE Damage of device due to improper connection Set the mains power switch to OFF before connecting the Sub 600. Only switch the subwoofer on (mains power switch to ON) after all connections and set up steps have been properly completed. Note: The Dynaudio Sub 600 can be controlled by any source provided with a LFE or preamplifier output. In the operating manual the expression “processor/receiver” will be used for all these sources.
Connecting the subwoofer Subwoofer inputs SUB I/O LFE/Slave In SAT/SUB Input The Dynaudio Sub 600 provides two different signal inputs: SUB I/O - LFE/Slave In + SUB Lowpass MODE LFE SAT Highpass + This input allows the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel to be connected, which is used in Home Cinema systems to reproduce low frequency effects. The signal is: • reproduced by the subwoofer • routed to the SUB I/O - LFE/To Slave output for a second subwoofer to be connected.
OPERATION Connecting a single subwoofer POWER GAIN PHASE ON AUTO 0° 180° Min SAT Highpass Max SUB Lowpass Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz Front Out/ Pre Out ➊ ➋ LFE/SUB Out 50 Hz SAT/SUB Input 150 Hz SAT Output LEFT RIGHT LFE / Slave IN SUB I/O LFE OUT To Slave ➊ To connect the SAT/SUB input: From the preamplifier output of your processor/receiver, PC or mediaplayer (often marked as Pre Out or Front Out) connect a stereo RCA cable to the subwoofer SAT/ SUB Input.
Connecting the subwoofer Multiple subwoofer connections POWER GAIN ON AUTO Min SAT Highpass PHASE POWER 0° 180° ON AUTO Max SUB Lowpass LFE/SUB Out Front Out/ Pre Out SAT/SUB Input SAT Highpass SUB Lowpass 50 Hz SAT Output SAT/SUB Input LEFT RIGHT RIGHT OUT SUB I/O LFE Max Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 150 Hz LEFT LFE / Slave IN The Dynaudio Sub 600 can be used stand-alone or together with multiple subwoofer units.
OPERATION Connecting loudspeakers POWER GAIN PHASE ON AUTO 0° 180° Min Front Out/ Pre Out LFE/SUB Out SAT Highpass Max SUB Lowpass Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 50 Hz SAT/SUB Input 150 Hz SAT Output In Home Cinema systems the bass management - meaning the distribution of the low frequencies to the subwoofer and the speakers - is handled by the settings of the processor/receiver.
Switching the subwoofer on/off Switching the subwoofer on/off 100-120V/220-240V ~ 50/60Hz 3.15A ON Once you have ensured yourself that all necessary connections have been made, the subwoofer and the connected components can be switched on. Switch the subwoofer ON with the main POWER switch on the rear panel. The status LED on the rear of the subwoofer will light up red. OFF FUSE T3.
OPERATION Adjusting the volume (GAIN) CAUTION High Sound Levels To avoid auditory defects do not listen to high sound levels over a longer period of time. POWER GAIN PHASE ON AUTO 0° 180° Min The correct volume setting is an important aspect in achieving a well balanced speaker combination. Please also refer to “Specific tips” on page 28 for further information or ask your local Dynaudio dealer for assistance. Adjust the GAIN control, until correct setting is reached.
Selecting the subwoofer cut-off frequency (SUB Lowpass) Selecting the subwoofer cut-off frequency (SUB Lowpass) SAT Highpass SUB Lowpass Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 50 Hz The SUB Lowpass control allows the frequency range of the subwoofer to be defined. Above the selected frequency the sound level decreases rapidly. The correct setting of this cut-off frequency is important for a well balanced combination of subwoofer and speakers.
OPERATION Setting the phase (PHASE) With the phase settings you can adjust the timing relationship between the subwoofer and main speakers. If either subwoofer or main speaker are slightly delayed in response in relation to the other, it can result in decreased bass output in the frequency response area where they overlap each other. The phase relationship between subwoofer and satellite speakers is very dependent on relative distance, construction and working principles of the main speakers.
Setting the satellite cut-off frequency (SAT Highpass) Setting the satellite cut-off frequency (SAT Highpass) Depending on the bass capabilities of the speakers, the frequency range of subwoofer and speakers can overlap between 50 Hz and 150 Hz. A bump or a gap in the frequency response and thus a lower sound quality will be experienced if the system is not matched properly.
OPERATION Positioning the subwoofer Although it is often said that the location of a subwoofer in a listening room is not critical (as the human ear can not locate direction at very low frequencies), we recommend that you choose its position carefully. Thus the subwoofer can integrate seamlessly with the other speakers in the system and interact correctly with the room acoustics.
Positioning the subwoofer Impact of room-modes 1/4 1/2 3/4 1/4 Listening Room 1/2 3/4 Owners Manual Every listening environment will have specific “room-modes”, whereby in some specific locations in the room and at particular frequencies, the bass may be too much or too lean. This effect will be stronger in square and “shoe-box” shaped rooms.
OPERATION Positioning possibilities Moving the subwoofer closer to walls and corners in particular will generally increase the amount of bass. Although the extra amount of bass can be compensated for by reducing the volume level of the subwoofer relative to the rest of the system, this can result in uneven bass response at the listening position. You can try starting with placement in a corner and experiment by gradually moving it out of the corner or further away from the wall.
Positioning the subwoofer Using multiple subwoofers By using carefully positioned multiple subwoofers it is possible to even out the different room-modes and thus create a more coherent overall bass response in the room. It is worth experimenting with different locations around the room for the additional subwoofers, even using the rear of the room.
OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING Check it out 24 General tips Try different subwoofer positions and settings, before you finally choose a setup. Note down settings When looking for the best subwoofer position in the room, note down the ideal setting you found for a position. When moving the subwoofer between two positions you will be able to set the subwoofer to the same configuration as found before.
Volume (GAIN) Volume (GAIN) POWER GAIN PHASE ON AUTO 0° 180° Min Max With the GAIN control you can adjust the relative volume level of the subwoofer to the main speakers of the system: Play the same track a couple of times, adjusting the level so that the instrument sounds homogenous across its range.
OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING Cross-over frequencies set correctly Subwoofer and main speakers are perfectly matched, when the combined frequency response is smooth without bumps and gaps. A neutral sound will be the result.
Cut-off frequencies Control possibilities SAT Highpass SUB Lowpass Flat 60 Hz 80 Hz 50 Hz 150 Hz The Dynaudio Sub 600 provides two controls to match the frequency response of the subwoofer and the main speakers perfectly: • SUB Lowpass: The upper cut-off frequency of the subwoofer, which can be continuously adjusted between 50 and 150 Hz. Above the selected cut-off frequency the sound pressure level decreases rapidly.
OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING Specific tips Many processors/receivers provide extensive bass management capabilities to set the cut-off frequencies for both subwoofer and speakers. If using the bass management of the processor/receiver, set the controls of the Sub 600 as followed: • SUB Lowpass = 150 Hz (at the very right) • SAT Highpass = Flat CAUTION Damage of Small Satellite Speakers Selecting the correct frequency depends to a large extend on the main speakers.
Cut-off frequencies Speaker/amplifier Medium sized speaker, powerful amplifier Medium sized speaker, weaker amplifier Small speaker, powerful amplifier Small speaker, weaker amplifier Very small speaker (Mini-satellites) Owners Manual Recommended first setting SUB Lowpass SAT Highpass If you experience this problem after first setting...
OPTIMIZING SETTINGS/TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting There may be various reasons why the subwoofer doesn’t function properly in a system without it being faulty. The checklist below will help solve problems you may encounter. Before consulting your Dynaudio dealer, check this list first. Check this first: Check if all signal cables are connected properly. Check settings in bass management menu of the connected processor/receiver.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The subwoofer switches itself off although music is being played. There is hardly any low-frequency signal available. This can happen if the music or movie itself does not contain very low frequencies (e.g. long dialogues). The subwoofer will switch on automatically as soon as low frequent signals are detected. The subwoofer will not switch on at all. • AC mains cable has become disconnected (LED does not lit).
TECHNICAL INFORMATION/WARRANTY TECHNICAL INFORMATION/WARRANTY Care and Maintenance Components of the highest quality are used in your Sub 600. This assures years of trouble free operation. Following precautions should still be made though. Cleaning the cabinet NOTICE Damage of drive units Touching the drive units may damage them. Do not touch the drive units by hand when cleaning the cabinet. To clean the cabinet: Use a moistened cloth or a mild detergent. Do not use aggressive cleaning solutions.
Care and Maintenance Changing the fuse WARNING Risk of Fire For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type fuse and rating. 100-120V/220-240V ~ 50/60Hz 3.15A ON OFF FUSE T3.15A L 250V The fuse is placed on the rear of the subwoofer below the mains power input. It can be changed without removing the amplifier module. To change the fuse: 1. Switch off the mains power switch and unplug the power cable. 2. Pull out the fuse holder 3. Replace fuse with same type and rating 4.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION/WARRANTY Warranty The warranty only covers faults or defects in material and production. Damage caused as a result of abuse, misuse or defective associated electronics is not covered by the warranty. All warranty claims must be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice and warranties are only valid in the country or market of original origin and distribution.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Parameter System Bass principle Frequency response Low frequency limit (-3 dB) High frequency limit • SUB input • LFE input Input Input impedance Phase adjustment Satellite highpass output crossover frequencies Crossover slope Subwoofer lowpass crossover frequencies Amplifier power Power consumption • standby • max. Dimensions, external (W x H x D, incl.
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