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Better Music Builder M-12 Owner's Manual

Line array series 3" column speaker/ 12" active/powered subwoofer/ 12" passive/non-powered subwooer
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Better Music Builder
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Karaoke equipment industry. We are committed to
offering you high quality audio products. Unlike any others
brand, we deliver the best cost and value to you directly.
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OWNER'S MANUAL
LINE ARRAY SERIES
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Thank you for purchasing this unit. To
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please read this Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 Better Music Builder .com ® Passionate about Music It’s what we do! OWNER'S MANUAL ® Better Music Builder is a leader in the Audio and Karaoke equipment industry. We are committed to offering you high quality audio products. Unlike any others LINE ARRAY SERIES brand, we deliver the best cost and value to you directly.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................... Intro SYSTEM FEATURES ............................Features SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................Safety SYSTEM APPLICATIONS ..........................Applications • Speakon Connector ..............................• Connection Method 1 ............................• Connection Method 2 ............................• Connecting Control Software to M- 1 2 SUB (Active/powered) ..............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Intro Features COLUMN SPEAKER M-12 Better Music Builder introduces the sleek new M- 1 2 Series Speakers. The main feature of the series is that these speak- ers are designed to accommodate various setups based on • 2-Way full range speaker customer preference.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Therefore, disconnect the electric plug from the outlet, and have the please visit our website at BetterMusicBuilder.com frequently device inspected by qualified Better Music Builder service to find out the most updated information, corrections on errors personnel.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    For speaker connections, use a high-quality speaker wire with polarity coding. The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered positive polarity. If desired, consult Better Music Builder technical NOTE support for speaker wire and connection options.

  • Page 6: System Applications

    SYSTEM APPLICATIONS EXAMPLE OF SPEAKON CONNECTOR Applications There are two groups on the speakon connectors: Group 1 (+1, – 1) and Group 2 (+2, – 2) as indicated in the diagram. In SPEAKON Y CONNECTORS order to use it, your speaker must have multi-functions (i.e. enable two sources of signal for input).

  • Page 7: Connection Method 1

    CENTER MIXER DX-8000 M-12 SUB M-12 NP ACTIVE/POWERED PASSIVE/NON-POWERED SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER M-12 SUB REAR VIEW M-12 NP REAR VIEW M-12 NP REAR VIEW LINK VOLUME POWER: 300W (RMS), IMPEDANCE: 8 Ω CLIP CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA E - mail: s al e s@b e t t er mu s i c b uil d e r.c o m w w w .

  • Page 8: Connection Method 2

    ± 2 EX-8 A ± 2 B ± 2 8-CHANNEL MULTI EFFECTS MIXER M-12 SUB M-12 SUB ACTIVE/POWERED ACTIVE/POWERED SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER M-12 SUB REAR VIEW M-12 SUB REAR VIEW LINK VOLUME LINK VOLUME CLIP CLIP INPUT OUTPUT LINE OUTPUT LINE INPUT...

  • Page 9: Connecting Control Software To M-12 Sub (Active/Powered)

    CONNECTING CONTROL SOFTWARE TO M-12 SUB (ACTIVE/POWERED) M-12 M-12 COLUMN COLUMN SPEAKER SPEAKER COMPUTER M-12 M-12 COLUMN COLUMN SPEAKER SPEAKER CONTROL SOFTWARE USB CABLE M-12 SUB M-12 SUB ACTIVE/POWERED ACTIVE/POWERED SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER USB-RS485 NETWORK CABLE CONVERTER M-12 SUB REAR VIEW...

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    (Speakon) ± 1 ± 2 A ± 2 B ± 2 CONNECTION POLE FRONT & REAR PANEL OF PASSIVE/NON-POWERED SUBWOOFER M-12 NP Front View Top View Rear View POWER: 300W (RMS), IMPEDANCE: 8 Ω CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA E - mail: s ale s@b e t t e r mu s i c b u i l d e r.c o m w w w .

  • Page 11: Front & Rear Panel Of Active/Powered Subwoofer M-12 Sub

    FRONT & REAR PANEL OF ACTIVE/POWERED SUBWOOFER M-12 SUB Front View Top View Rear View LINK VOLUME CLIP INPUT OUTPUT LINE OUTPUT LINE INPUT POWER:700W+700W LEFT OUTPUT RIGHT OUTPUT Column Speaker Passive Subwoofer MIN. 4 Ω MIN. 8 Ω MODEL NO.: M-12 SUB AC POWER INPUT 110V, 50Hz 12”...

  • Page 12: System Setup Guidelines

    SYSTEM SETUP GUIDELINES Set Up 1. MOUNTING SPEAKER TO WALL Adjusting the Wall Mount (SL-001) STEP : Place the wall mount panel on the wall and use Adjust the wall mount left/right at 180 degree and up/down three or more screws to fasten it. at 90 degree for rotation at different angles to achieve the best sound effect.

  • Page 13: Placing The Speakers On The Speaker Mounting Pole

    Part Number: AM91 (Optional) Secure with the locking clamp handle on the back of the M- 1 2 column speaker. M-12 M-12 COLUMN SPEAKER SIDE VIEW M-12 TOP & SPEAKER BOTTOM VIEW...

  • Page 14: Professional/Commercial Use

    PROFESSIONAL/COMMERCIAL (OPTIONAL) 1. HOW TO GET THE SOFTWARE The software CD is included in the packaging. The latest CAT5 or RJ45 CONNECTION M-12 SUB version software may be downloaded from the Better Music ACTIVE/POWERED Builder website. SUBWOOFER 2. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION INFORMATION...
  • Page 15 5. SOFTWARE OPERATION GUIDE 1. RUN THE SOFTWARE: Run the software “SpeakerEditor” from program menu in the windows start button. The following interface will be shown. See Figure 1: FIGURE 1 2. COMMUNICATIONS: Click “Communication” to select the COM value. The right bar turns green when the COM value is correct.
  • Page 16 5. SOFTWARE OPERATION GUIDE (Continued) 3. CONNECT: Click “Connect” button to connect to speakers. After connection is completed, the “Connect” indicator turns green. See Figure 3: FIGURE 3 4. UPDATE: Click “Update” button to upload the current speaker setup data. See Figure 4: FIGURE 4...
  • Page 17 5. SOFTWARE OPERATION GUIDE (Continued) 5. LOADING PARAMETER SETTING: Click “Browse” button to find the parameter setting folder and then click on “OK” button. See Figure 5: FIGURE 5 6. LOADING PARAMETER SETTING: Select the name of the desired parameter and then click “Load” button.
  • Page 18 5. SOFTWARE OPERATION GUIDE (Continued) 7. SAVING THE PARAMETER SETTINGS TO THE COMPUTER PROGRAM. Click “Save” button and input the program name. Then click “Enter” button. See Figure FIGURE 7...
  • Page 19 5. SOFTWARE OPERATION GUIDE (Continued) 8. READ SPEAKER ID ADDRESS: Run the software “AddressEditor” from program menu in the windows start button. Click “Communication” to select COM value. Then click “Read Address” button. See Figure 8: FIGURE 8 9. WRITE SPEAKER ID ADDRESS: Click “Communication”...

  • Page 20: Physical Dimensions

    300 Watts (RMS), 1,200 Watts (PEAK) POWER CABINET TYPE Aluminum Enclosure High Intensity Plywood High Intensity Plywood SUPPORTED FIXTURE M-12 SUB / M-12 NP Ground Ground WOOFER [LF] 12” (1 unit) Low Frequency 12” (1 unit) Low Frequency TWEETER [MF/HF] 3”...
  • Page 21 ± 2 A ± 2 B ± 2 3.9 inch 4.3 inch 3.9 inch 10 cm 11 cm 10 cm M-12 SUB & M-12 NP (12-inch Woofer) FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW 21.1 inch 21.1 inch 21.1 inch 53.5 cm 53.5 cm...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting 1. SYMPTOM: NO POWER subwoofer receive their power via the mounting location; this connection has a locking mechanism that will engage audio Possible causes: to the column speakers once properly locked. To properly • Loose power cable lock the column speakers; insert the column speaker onto the mounting location at a counterclockwise angle and then turn •...
  • Page 23 5. SYMPTOM: NOISE/SIGNAL COMING FROM 8. SYMPTOM: TOO MUCH MICROPHONE FEEDBACK SPEAKER(S) FROM SPEAKER(S) Possible causes: Possible cause: • The A/C power cord of the speaker(s) is not grounded Incorrect tremble and bass adjustments on the speaker. Remedy: • Audio source is presenting a short circuit •...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    WARRANTY Warranty ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR HOME USE ADDITIONAL NOTES: EQUIPMENT 1. Limited warranty for home use equipment is only valid in Our one-year warranty covers both parts and labors. The North America. warranty becomes effective from the date of your purchase 2.

  • Page 25: Agency Regulatory Notices

    AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES Notices FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection manner that protects human health and the environment. For against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 26: Final Words To User

    Final Words Contact Us MAILING ADDRESS The engineering team of Better Music Builder has many years of experience in audio equipment design. The team BE T TER M USI C BU I LD ER constantly develops new audio technologies, designs...
  • Page 27 MAINTENANCE NOTE...
  • Page 28 Owner's Manual carefully before operating it. Please retain this manual for future reference. 392160826500 Printed on 100% Recycled Paper Code: 20160815 Comments E-mail to sales@bettermusicbuilder.com Copyright © 2016 Better Music Builder. All rights reserved. Legal trademark.

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