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Blue Sky International
70 Sea Lane
Farmingdale, NY 11735
www.abluesky.com
MK II
ProDesk™ | SAT 5
Owner's Manual
Version 1.3r | 12.27.2005

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  • Page 1 Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale, NY 11735 www.abluesky.com MK II ProDesk™ | SAT 5 Owner’s Manual Version 1.3r | 12.27.2005...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Instructions _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 3 ProDesk™ | SAT 5 MK II Introduction_ __ __ __ _ Page 4 Important notes about the SAT 5 MII and this owner’s manual _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 What is included? _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 Quick 2.1 System Setup Instructions _ __ __ _ Page 5...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this product yourself. before operating this product. Opening or removing covers, including any over bottom or side speaker drivers, may expose you to dangerous voltage or other RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain these safety and operating hazards.
  • Page 4: Prodesk™ | Sat 5 Mk Ii Introduction

    BMC, SUB 12 and SUB 15. Lastly, when using the SAT 5 MK II with the SUB 8 Universal, also confirm that the VARIABLE / BLUE SKY SAT 5 switch on the back of the SUB 8 Universal is set to the “BLUE SKY SAT 5” position.
  • Page 5: Quick 2.1 System Setup Instructions

    [Subwoofer Placement Guide]. At this point the Blue Sky monitoring system is fully operational, and Once the subwoofer is in position, connect the two input cables ready for use. Begin by playing familiar pieces of music (preferably...
  • Page 6: A Tour Of The Sat 5 Mkii Amplifier & Electronics

    A Tour of SAT 5 MK II Amplifier & Electronics � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �...
  • Page 7 12 and SUB 15. Lastly, when using the SAT 5 MK II with the SUB 8 Universal, also confirm that the VARIABLE / BLUE SKY SAT 5 switch on the back of the SUB 8 Universal is set to the “BLUE SKY SAT 5” position.
  • Page 8: Sat 5 Mkii Mounting And Placement

    SAT 5 MK II Mounting & Placement Center of the tweeter Monitor mounting and placement is often an afterthought, but in order to get the best imaging and overall performance from the SAT 5 MK II, it is important to place the speakers correctly. Monitoring Height: Center of the woofer Figure 2 shows the ideal monitoring height, with the SAT 5 MK...
  • Page 9: System Signal Flow & Connections

    Cable and connector wiring Use high-quality, shielded cables to connect your console, workstation or other sources to your Blue Sky Monitoring system. Foil-shielded cables, such as Belden 8451, 8761, or 9501 should do quite well. Other high quality cables are available and those that incorporate better shielding will yield an overall higher noise rejection, lowering your systems susceptibility to external interference.
  • Page 10: Expanded Calibration Guide

    Assign the 500-2.5kHz pink noise signal to the left channel only. Instructions for electroacoustic calibration of a 2.1 audio system using a SPL meter and Blue Sky’s test files. Make sure there is nothing coming from the right channel (or any other channels).
  • Page 11: Subwoofer Placement Guide

    Subwoofer Placement subwoofer in that location. If not, continue to experiment with the subwoofer location until the most accurate and best response has been achieved. Guide Method 2 Subwoofer placement using a real time analyzer – Such as those So now that my system uses an integral subwoofer, how do I place it in my studio for the best possible low frequency performance? made by Gold Line™...
  • Page 12: Technical Information

    10. Technical Information SAT 5 MKII Specifications Amplifiers & Electronics 60-Watts* into 4-Ohm (5.25” woofer) Sealed Enclosure .01% THD + noise at rated power @ 1 kHz Solid .75” MDF with 1” front / rear baffle and internal bracing 60 -Watts* into 4-Ohm (Tweeter) .01% THD + noise at rated power @ 1 kHz M6 X 12 inserts for attachment of Omnimount type 30 brackets Dimensions (H x W x L):...
  • Page 13: Sat 5 Mkii Cabinet Dimensions

    11. SAT 5 MK II Cabinet Dimensions Page 13...
  • Page 14: Factory Service Instructions

    13. General Contact Instructions Details Service for the U.S. versions of Blue Sky products is available only from our For sales and other enquiries, please contact Blue Sky at: authorized distributor, Group One Ltd., located in Farmingdale, New York. (Service for Blue Sky products outside the United States can be obtained Blue Sky International through local dealers or distributors.) If your monitor needs service, follow...
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