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  • Page 1 BM14S II – Owner’s manual...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Introduction Introduction the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip- over. Important safety instructions 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when un- The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an used for long periods of time. equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 1 4. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 4 Introduction BM14S II...
  • Page 5 Introduction About this manual This manual is divided in three main chapters, in which you can find all the information needed to operate the BM14S II successfully: – Before operation: Learn all about unpacking and con- necting the subwoofer. The controls and connections on the back panel are also described here. – Operation: In this chapter you will learn how to operate the subwoofer in general and how to position it properly for optimum performance. – Optimizing settings/Troubleshooting: Here detailed ex- planations can be found on how to optimize the settings in order to achieve the maximum sound quality.

  • Page 6: Before Operation

    (2). Ensure that no part Note: Be careful when mounting the grille not to touch the cone of the loudspeaker of the top-cover is obstructing the opening at the top. itself. 4. The outer packaging can now be lifted away from the sub- woofer itself (3). Remove the protective material that now Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S is on top. 5. Open the bag and remove such from around the base of the subwoofer. 6. Again, carefully tilt the subwoofer on its side and again to turn it onto its feet. Note that the top part of the protective material will now come off easily so ensure that the sub- woofer doesn’t drop or slide away in the process.

  • Page 7: Controls And Connections

    • LFE/Slave: input for LFE signal • Slave: output to next subwoofer if installed (9) SAT/SUB (output) Terminal pinout (sockets 9, 10 and 11) Output for satellite system to be connected. This signal is pro- 1 = 0 2 = + cessed according to the Highpass setting. 3 = – Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S Owner’s manual...

  • Page 8: Connecting The Subwoofer

    • routed to the SAT/SUB output terminals. Low frequencies are cut-off according to the Highpass setting, • routed to the Slave output for a second subwoofer to be connected. High frequencies are cut-off according to the Lowpass setting. Slave SAT/SUB BM14S II Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S...

  • Page 9: Connecting A Single Subwoofer

    1. Connect the first subwoofer as described before. Stereo – You can also use both connection types. The signals will 2. Set Mode switch of first subwoofer to LFE. Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S be combined in the BM14S II and routed accordingly. This To connect multiple subwoofers: 3. From the Slave output of the first subwoofer connect a XLR cable to the LFE/Slave input of the following subwoofer.

  • Page 10: Connecting Loudspeakers

    Before operation 5. Operation Notes: Connecting loudspeakers Connecting loudspeakers – When using multiple subwoofers in a Master-Slave setup, If your source provides bass management, you c it is recommended that the subwoofers are all the same in LFE or SLAVE mode, depending on the mana model. double processing if possible. – If you wish to use multiple subwoofers with full individu- To connect loudspeakers al control, set the Input switch for all to the LFE position.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Volume

    The correct volume setting is an important aspect in achieving (Lowpass) er will light up red. a well balanced speaker combination. Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S 3. Select a power mode with the Power switch on the rear The Lowpass control allows the f Above the selected frequency the panel.

  • Page 12: Setting The Phase

    Combined frequency response main speakers are incorrect in the critical overlap area, thus Subwoofer and main speakers. If eithe Main speakers Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S relation to the other, it can r Note: significantly reducing acoustic output in the listening room in area where they overlap ea that area.

  • Page 13: Setting The Phase (Phase)

    • Flat = no limitation • 60 Hz = frequencies below 60 Hz are cut-off • 80 Hz = frequencies below 80 Hz are cut-off To set the cut-off frequency Switch Highpass control to needed position. Dynaudio Acoustics BM14S Owner’s manual...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    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 Professional dealer, check this list first. Check this first: – Check if all signal cables are connected properly. – Check settings in bass management menu of the connect- ed source. – Carefully and gradually increase the subwoofer volume level on the source.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Maintenance Cleaning the subwoofer Changing the fuse Dynaudio loudspeakers require no special treatment apart from the kind of careful handling you would normally apply to WARNING any high tech product in your home. Risk of fire due to wrong fuse type! Inserting the wrong fuse type can lead to overheating and in- Changing the fuse DANGER flammation of the subwoofer. Dangerous voltage inside! – For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only WARNING Cleaning the BM14S II or other system components when with same type fuse and rating.

  • Page 16: Warranty

    Dynaudio’s responsibility is limited to the product itself. Dynaudio assumes no responsibility for any loss due to cancellation of any events, or rent of replacement equipment or costs due to third party’s or customer’s loss of profit, or any other indirect cost or losses however incurred. Dynaudio reserves the right to make changes or improve- ments in design or manufacturing without assuming any ob- ligation to change or improve products previously manufac- tured and / or sold. The product warranty is only valid in the country where the product was purchased.

  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications System Active subwoofer Bass principle Closed Frequency response 18 Hz to 250 Hz (+/-3 dB) Inputs – LFE/Slave Inputs – SAT/SUB Right/left full bandwidth, XLR Input impedance – + branch 20 kOhm Input impedance – - branch 10 kOhm Sensitivity 75 mVRMS to 5 VRMS, adjustable Max. input voltage 10 VRMS Outputs – Slave Outputs – SAT/SUB Right/left, Highpass filtered, XLR Output impedance 100 Ohm (each branch) XLR Pinout 1 = 0 / 2 = + / 3 = – Mode selector LFE, Slave (Phase and volume controls are bypassed in slave mode) Phase adjustment 0°, 180° Highpass Flat, 60 Hz, 80 Hz Lowpass 50 Hz to 150 Hz...
  • Page 18 Notes Notes BM14S II...
  • Page 19 Notes Owner’s manual...
  • Page 20 Notes © Dynaudio A/S, 8660 Skanderborg, Denmark Owner’s Manual BM14S II 0214 – item no. 455408 All text and image copyrights reserved. Subject to change without notice. www.dynaudioprofessional.com BM14S II...

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