Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 10 Installation..............................11 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................12 Connections and controls........................13 Technical specifications........................15 Plug and connection assignment....................18 Protecting the environment......................
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this document.
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General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed for sound reinforcement. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Risk of death from electrical current! A short circuit can cause fires and loss of life. Always use properly insulated, tripe-core mains cable. Do not modify the mains cable. If the insulation is damaged, immediately switch off the power supply and have it repaired. If in doubt, contact a qualified electrician. WARNING! Possible hearing damage due to operating the device at a high volume! The device can produce volume levels that, when operated at a high volume, may cause temporary or permanent hearing impair‐...
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device due to high voltages! The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess vol‐ tages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device.
Features Features The device is characterized by the following features: 18" woofer Class D amplifier Built-in sound processor Connection options: XLR connections for signal in and outputs (L+R, and crossover) Phase switch Switchable Low-Pass filter 90/120 Hz Pole mount (M20) Two carrying handles Casing made of medium-density fibreboard (MDF) Powder-coated front grille...
Installation Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Installation NOTICE! Possible property damage to adjacent devices due to magnetic fields. Speakers generate a static magnetic field. This magnetic field can affect other neighbouring units and in unfavourable cases damage them. Ensure that speakers are always a sufficient distance away from sensitive equip‐ ment that may be affected by an external magnetic field.
Connections and controls Connections and controls & Xover 120Hz ö 90Hz Outputs Mode Balanced Link Xover Outputs Signal Balanced Inputs Limit Subwoofer Level Power 0° 180° USE ONLY WITH A 250 V FUSE DSP 18 Sub Active Speaker...
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Connections and controls 1 [Balanced Outputs] | Balanced line signal outputs, designed as XLR panel plug 2 [Balanced Inputs] | Balanced line signal inputs, designed as XLR panel sockets 3 [Phase] | If necessary, this switch shifts the phase of the subwoofer signal by 180 °. This avoids unwanted cancellation effects in combination with other speakers.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Configuration 1 × 18-inch woofer Input connections Power supply C14 rubber panel plug Line signal 2 × XLR panel socket Input impedance 22 kΩ Output connections Line signal 2 × XLR panel plug Output power RMS: 800 W Peak: 2400 W Frequency range 30 Hz …...
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Technical specifications Weight 39 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing) Further information Design Bass reflex Truss-capable Stand mounting Casters DSP 18 Sub Active Speaker...
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Technical specifications Frequency response DSP 18 Sub Active Speaker...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 DSP 18 Sub Active Speaker...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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Repairing a device or passing it on to another user is an ecologically valuable alternative to disposal. You can return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de. If your old device contains personal data, delete those data before disposing of it.
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