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Studiophile SP-8B
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
What's in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Studiophile SP-8B Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1. Woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2. Tweeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3. Sub-Frequency Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
4. Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
5. Network & Power Amplifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Rear Panel: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Front Panel and Side View: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
XLR Balanced Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connecting to the Corresponding Pre-Amplifier, Computer or Game... . . . . . . .7
Placing the SP-8Bs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Appendix A - Technical Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Appendix B - Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
One Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Studiophile SP-8B Users Manual Introduction ............2 What’s in the Box? . -
Page 2: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for choosing the SP-8B Studiophile Series bi-amplified powered studio reference monitor speakers. M-Audio is well known for digital audio interface technology, digital converters, audio pre amps and mixers. Now, after long research and development, the Studiophile SP-8B is born to change the concept of studio reference monitoring. -
Page 3: Tweeter
2. Tweeter By employing a specially developed 1" silk dome with magnetic shielding, the tweeter can deliver distortion-free original sound and offer extremely natural response. It minimizes reaction time by using fabric silk for excellent delivery, and also minimizes resonance by adapting a unique internal damping technology. 3. -
Page 4: Rear Panel
Rear Panel: 1. XLR INPUT: This jack accepts XLR input connections with either balanced or unbalanced wiring. The signal of the XLR INPUT is summed together with the TRS INPUT through a balanced input amplifier, allowing both inputs to be used simultaneously. Input specifications apply to both inputs. The input wiring of an XLR connector should be as follows: INPUT SIGNAL XLR CONNECTIONS... -
Page 5: Front Panel And Side View
3. PRODUCT LABEL: This label contains the model and serial number information. 4. VENT PORT: This port aids in reproduction of very low frequencies by discharging frequencies below 30 Hz.. 5. VOLUME CONTROL: Use the volume control to set the output sound pressure from the SP-8B to proper levels as required. -
Page 6: Installation
Installation For optimal performance of the SP-8B, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not grab the speaker cones. The SP-8B set is packaged in the box tightly, so your attention is required when taking the monitors out of the box. -
Page 7: Connecting To The Corresponding Pre-Amplifier, Computer Or Game
TRS Balanced or Unbalanced Connection balanced connection Connecting to the Corresponding Pre-Amplifier, Computer or Game Console Outputs Before connecting, make sure its power is turned off. Plug the XLR balanced, TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the corresponding output connectors of a pre-amplifier, computer or game console. -
Page 8: Placing The Sp-8Bs
Placing the SP-8Bs Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order to monitor sound accurately. To monitor with the SP-8Bs at their maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement is required. Please, refer to the following in order to place the SP-8Bs correctly. 1. - Page 9 3. Place the SP-8Bs vertically with the woofer on the bottom. Placing the SP-8Bs horizontally is not recommended. Remarks: DO NOT place any obstacles that may block the flow of air in front or between the SP-8Bs. Also remove reflective materials such as glass, mirrors or metal from the monitoring environment.
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Page 10: Appendix A - Technical Specs
Appendix A - Technical Specs Type: Two-way studio reference LF Driver: 8-inch magnetically-shield mineral-filled polypropylene curved cone with high temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround HF Driver: 1-inch magnetically-shield natural silk dome Frequency Response: 33Hz - 22kHz Crossover Frequency: 1.8kHz LF Amplifier Power: 55W HF Amplifier Power: 45W S/N Ratio: >... -
Page 11: Appendix B - Block Diagram
Appendix B - Block Diagram... -
Page 12: One Year Warranty
One Year Warranty MIDIMAN warrants that this product is free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from purchase date, so long as the product is: owned by the original purchaser; the original purchaser has proof of purchase from an authorized MIDIMAN dealer;...
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