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Samson RESOLV 120a Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 10ʺ 120 WATT ACTIVE SUBWOOFER...
  • Page 2 The RESOLV 120a’s low frequency driver is a 10”, 25mm excursion transducer with a Butyl surround providing extended range and tight low frequency response.

  • Page 3: Resolv 120A Features

    RESOLV 120a Features The Samson RESOLV 120a reference subwoofer compliments any nearfeild or multi-media monitor system. Here are some of its main features: • Heavy-duty, 10” Long Excursion (25mm) Transducer With Butyl Surround • 120 Watt Power Amplifier • Tuned Port Enclosure •...

  • Page 4: Resolv 120A Layout

    RESOLV 120a Layout Front View Layout GRILL SCREEN - Tough cloth and PVC frame BUTYL SURROUND - Provides maximum excur- construction provides durable and stylish pro- sion while maintaining tight bass response. tection for the speaker. NON-SKID FEET - Large rubber feet keep enclo- ENCLOSURE - Rigid MDF Construction.

  • Page 5: Rear Panel Layout

    RESOLV 120a Layout Rear Panel Layout � � � � � � � � � �� �� �� �� SPEAKER OUTPUT ( INPUT)- Accepts full 7 VOLUME - Controls the amount of output level. range signals from power amplifier. 8 POWER/PROTECT LED - Indicates power is on SATELITE SPEAKERS ( OUTPUT)- Sends full and if amplifier is in Protect mode.

  • Page 6: Setting Up The Resolv 120A

    RESOLV 120a’s High-Pass outputs. The reason for this is that when your satellite speaker receives the filtered output from the RESOLV 120a, it will no longer be looking at the frequencies below the crossover point. Let’s say your satellite speaker has a natural frequency roll-off at 70 Hz, and you are sending full range signal (as low as 20Hz) to the satellite amplifier and speaker.

  • Page 7: Phase Switch

    If the RESOLV 120a receives a clipped signal for a long duration of time the unit will shut down and enter PROTECT mode. When the RESOLV 120a is in Protect, you will see the POWER /PROTECT LED is lit up in red. If this happens simply turn the unit off, wait a minute and then re-power up the unit.
  • Page 8 They can be used to connect from any active studio monitors such as the Resolv 65a’s. MUTE JACK – The MUTE jack provides a switch closure to activate Resolv 120a’s internal mute circuit. By using a standard footswitch that you can buy at your local music store or by making a cable with a switch, or even by wiring a switch permanently in the mix area, the Resolv120a can be easily turned on and off.

  • Page 9: Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Speaker Inputs

    The RESOLV 120a is a perfect addition to any near-field monitoring system where enhanced low-end is desired. Below is a typical system set-up using the RESOLV 120a with a mixer, amplifier and a pair of passive satellite speakers. In this mode, the signal sent to the satellite is high-passed at 100Hz.

  • Page 10: Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs

    Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs The RESOLV 120a can be operated using line level inputs and outputs. When using the RESOLV 120a at line level, the full range signal is maintained at the outputs. Below is a typical system set-up using the RESOLV 120a with a mixer, stereo power amp and a pair of passive satellite loudspeakers.

  • Page 11: Mono Sub With Active Satellites

    If you have active studio monitors, installation is easy through the RESOLV 120a’s LINE LEVEL inputs and outputs. Below is a typical system set-up using the RESOLV 120a with a mixer and a pair of active satellite speakers. The RESOLV 120a’s inputs and outputs utilize industry standard RCA connectors.

  • Page 12: Stereo Sub With Passive Satellites

    Stereo Sub With Passive Satellites Two RESOLV 120a’s can be used with any pair of passive or active monitors. Below is a typical system set-up using two RESOLV 120a’s with a mixer, stereo power amp and a pair of passive satellite loud speakers. The RESOLV 120a’s inputs and outputs utilize industry standard RCA connectors.

  • Page 13: Using The Resolv 120A With The Samson Dms80 Monitor System

    Using The DMS80’s SUB OUT The RESOLV 120a is a great add on to your DMS monitor system providing extended low frequency output. There are sev- eral ways you can interface your new subwoofer to the DMS80, including using the DMS80’s mono SUB OUT, or by using the DMS 80’s LINE OUTs.
  • Page 14 Using The DMS80’s LINE OUTs The RESOLV 120a can be connected to the DMS80 by using the LINE OUTS located on the DMS80’s rear panel. When using the DMS80’s LINE outputs you will utilize the RESOLV 120a internal electronic crossover, which will allow you to experiment and fine-tune your monitor system.

  • Page 15: Resolv 120A Connections

    RESOLV 120a Wiring Guide There are several ways to interface the RESOLV 120a depending on your exact monitoring set-up. The RESOLV 120a fea- tures both Preamp Level and Speaker Level inputs and outputs, so connecting to any active or passive satellite speakers is easy.
  • Page 16 Specifications/Caractéristiques techniques/Technische Daten/Especificaciones técnicas/Specifiche Specifications Transducer: 10", Long Excursion ( 25mm ) Transducer Amplifier: Power Rating: 120 Watts RMS Frequency response: 30Hz- 300Hz+/-3 dB Sensitivity: 94dB SPL @ 1 W/1m Speaker Input Connector: Push Terminal Speaker Output High-passed Connector: Push Terminal Line Input Un-Balanced Connector:...
  • Page 17 Specifications/Caractéristiques techniques/Technische Daten/Especificaciones técnicas/Specifiche Line-Eingang asymmetrisch Anschluss: Cinch-Buchse Line-Ausgang asymmetrisch Anschluss: Cinch-Buchse Crossover-Frequenz: variabel 40Hz – 180Hz Gehäuse: Konstruktion: Faserplatte mittlerer Dichte (MDF) Oberfläche: Schwarzes Vinyl Füße: große Gummifüße Abmessungen: 432 mm (H) x 356 (B) x 413 (T) , 17ʺ (H) x 14 (B) x 16,25 (T) Gewicht: 17,75 kg, 39 lbs.
  • Page 18 Specifications/Caractéristiques techniques/Technische Daten/Especificaciones técnicas/Specifiche 1k 20k RESOLV 120a Frequency Chart / Courbe de réponse en fréquence des RESOLV 120a / RESOLV 120a Frequenztabelle / Tabla de frecuencias del RESOLV 120a / Tabella di Risposta in Frequenza del RESOLV 120a 78 78...

  • Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity

    Powered Subwoofer Model #: Samson Resolv120a Class: Manufacturer: SAMSON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION 575 Underhill Boulevard, Syosset, New York 11791 USA Address: This is to certify that the aforementioned equipment fully conforms to the protection requirements of the following EC Council Directives:...

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