Samson SUB 120 Owner's Manual
Samson SUB 120 Owner's Manual

Samson SUB 120 Owner's Manual

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Summary of Contents for Samson SUB 120

  • Page 1 S U B 1 2 0 S U B W O O F E R S A M S O N OWNERS MANUAL ®...
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Caution: To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRONIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Configuring Your Speaker system Operating the SUB120 Connecting the Sub120 Using the SUB120 with the Samson DMS80 Monitor System Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Speaker Inputs Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs Mono Sub With Active Satellites...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the SUB120 subwoofer, as well as a guided tour through its control panel, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use, and full specifications.
  • Page 5: Sub120 Features

    SUB 120 Features The Samson SUB 120. Here are some of its main features: • Heavy-duty, 10” Long Excursion (25mm) Transducer With Butyl Surround • 120 Watt Power Amplifier • Tuned Port Enclosure • High Pass Outputs for Satellite Speakers •...
  • Page 6: Sub120 Layout

    Front View Layout GRILL SCREEN - Tough cloth and wood frame con- struction provides durable and stylish protection for the speaker. ENCLOSURE - Rigid MDF Construction. FINISH - Sleek black oak finish. TRANSDUCER - Heavy Duty 10,” extended range low frequency...
  • Page 7: Rear Panel Layout

    180° INPUT OUTPUT PROTECT PHASE VOLUME SWEEP Hz SUB120 120 WATT 10" SUBWOOFER SAMSON DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE UNITED STATES BY SAMSON TECHNOLOGIES CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE BOTTOM COVER...
  • Page 8: Setting Up The Sub120

    SUB120’s High-Pass outputs. The reason for this is that when your satellite speaker receives the filtered output from the SUB120, it will no longer be looking at the frequency 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 9 If the SUB120 receives a clipped signal for a long duration of time the unit will shut down and enter PROTECT mode. When the SUB120 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 10: Connecting The Sub120

    Using The DMS80’s SUB OUT The SUB120 is a great add on to your DMS monitor system providing extended low frequency output. There are several 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 11: Using The Sub120 With The Samson Dms80 Monitor System

    Using The DMS80’s LINE OUTs The SUB120 can be connected to the DMS80’s by using the LINE OUTS located on the DMS80’s rear panel. When using the DMS80’s LINE outputs you will utilize the SUB120 internal electronic crossover, which will allow you to experiment and fine-tune your monitor system.
  • Page 12: Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Speaker Inputs

    The SUB120 is a perfect addition to any near-field monitoring system where enhanced low-end is desired. Below is a typical system set using the SUB120 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. The SUB120’s input and outputs utilize industry standard speaker connectors.
  • Page 13: Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs

    The SUB120 can be operated using line level inputs and outputs. When using the SUB120 at line level, the full range signal is maintained at the outputs. Below is a typical system set up using the SUB120 with a mixer, stereo power amp and a pair of passive satellite loudspeakers.
  • Page 14: Mono Sub With Active Satellites

    If you have active studio monitors, installation is easy through the SUB120’s LINE LEVEL inputs and outputs. Below is a typical system set up using the SUB120 with a mixer and a pair of active satellite speakers. The SUB120’s input and outputs utilize industry standard RCA connectors. For a detailed wiring diagram, see the section SUB120 Connections on page 15.
  • Page 15: Stereo Sub With Passive Satellites

    Stereo Sub With Passive Satellites Two SUB120’s can be used with any pair of passive or active monitors. Below is a typical system set using two SUB120’s with a mixer, stereo power amp and a pair of passive satellite loud speakers. The SUB120’s input and outputs utilize industry standard RCA connectors.
  • Page 16: Sub120 Wiring Guide

    SUB120 Wiring Guide There are several ways to interface the SUB120 depending on your exact monitoring set-up. The SUB120 fea- tures both Preamp Level and Speaker Level inputs and outputs, so connecting to any active or passive satellites speakers is easy. Follow the cable diagrams below for connecting your monitor system.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Transducer: Amplifier Power Rating: Frequency response Sensitivity: Speaker Input Connector: Speaker Output Connector: Line Input Connector: Line Output Connector: Crossover Frequency: Enclosure Construction: Finish: Feet: Dimensions: Weight: Sub 120 Frequency Chart 10", Long Excursion ( 25mm ) Transducer...
  • Page 18: Samson Technologies Corp

    Samson Technologies Corp. 575 Underhill Blvd. P.O. Box 9031 Syosset, NY 11791-9031 Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) Fax: 516-364-3888 www.samsontech.com...

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