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KS Series
®
User Manual
KS112 – 2000 watt Active Subwoofer
KS118 – 3600 watt Active Subwoofer
KS212C – 3600 watt Active Cardioid Subwoofer
KS112
KS118
KS212C
TD-001536-01-B
*TD-001536-01*

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Explanation of Symbols
Important Safety Instructions
Provides crucial safety warnings and instructions for preventing fire or electric shock.
Maintenance and Repair
FCC Statement
Details compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and guidelines for preventing interference.
RoHS Statements
Lists hazardous substances compliance for products used in China according to GB/T26572.
Warranty
Package Contents
Lists all items included in the product package, detailing each component and its documentation.
KS112 / KS212C Features
External Component Identification
Identifies key external components such as handles, sockets, feet, and casters.
Indicators and Control Interfaces
Details the front power LED and amplifier module controls for operation.
KS118 Features
External Component Identification
Identifies key external components like handles, sockets, feet, and casters.
Indicators and Control Interfaces
Details the front power LED and amplifier module controls for operation.
About Cardioid Subwoofer Radiation
Subwoofer Energy Dispersion
Illustrates typical and cardioid subwoofer energy dispersion patterns with dB differences.
KS212C Model Overview
Explains the KS212C's dual drivers, bandpass chamber, and processing for cardioid output.
KS118 Model Overview
Describes the KS118's high output, 3600W amp, and cardioid arrangement options via DSP.
KS212C Applications and Installation
KS212C Placement Guidelines
Provides guidelines for placing the KS212C subwoofer relative to walls and other units.
KS212C Stacking Procedures
Details how to stack KS212C subwoofers horizontally, including attenuation effects.
KS112 Applications and Installation
KS112 Stacking Procedures
Explains how to stack KS112 subwoofers horizontally using rubber feet and cups.
Cardioid Configurations
Best Practice: Back-to-back Arrangement
Details back-to-back arrangements for KS118 subwoofers for optimal cardioid performance.
Good Practice: Side-by-side Arrangement
Explains side-by-side placement of KS118 subwoofers for space saving with less precise cardioid pattern.
Advanced Cardioid Configurations
Better Practice: Stacked Arrangement
Describes stacking two KS118 subwoofers for cardioid performance, similar to side-by-side.
Three-box Cardioid Systems
Explains three-box cardioid arrays (back-to-back and stacked) for front acoustic output and rear attenuation.
Pole-Mounting Loudspeakers over a Subwoofer
Pole Mounting Compatibility Tables
Provides compatibility tables for various speaker models with different pole types on KS subwoofers.
AC Mains
AC Power Connection and Disconnection
Instructions for connecting and safely disconnecting the AC power cord from the subwoofer.
Power Switch and Indicator LED
Details the power switch operation and the blue POWER indicator LED status.
System Power Sequencing
Turn-On Sequence
Steps for turning on system components, ensuring subwoofers are on before top loudspeakers.
Turn-Off Sequence
Steps for turning off system components, ensuring top loudspeakers are off before subwoofers.
Inputs and Outputs
Connector Overview and Indicators
Describes input/output connectors, SIG/LIMITER/POWER LEDs, and GAIN knob.
Connecting Balanced Signals
Explains how to connect balanced signals using XLR and TRS plugs for inputs A and B.
Connecting Unbalanced Signals
Details how to connect unbalanced signals using XLR, TRS, or TS plugs for inputs A and B.
Subwoofer Menu
Display and Navigation Overview
Explains the digital display elements and provides a navigation example for setting parameters.
Menu Structure for KS112/KS212C
Visualizes the menu structure for KS112 and KS212C, showing available functions and settings.
Menu Structure for KS118
Visualizes the menu structure for KS118, showing available functions including DEEP and Cardioid.
Menu Listing
Crossover Frequency Settings
Details how to set the crossover frequency for K.2, CP, KLA, KW, and legacy series.
Delay Amount Settings
Explains how to set the amount of delay in milliseconds, feet, and meters.
Scene Management (Save/Recall)
Instructions for saving and recalling user-defined DSP settings (scenes) for the subwoofer.
Utility Settings (LED, Contrast, Reset)
Covers utility functions like LED selection, contrast adjustment, and factory reset.
DEEP Function (KS118)
Describes the DEEP function for KS118, boosting low-frequency extension or maintaining headroom.
Specifications
Product Specifications Overview
Summarizes key technical specifications for KS112, KS212C, and KS118 subwoofers.

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