BLUE SKY SUB 8 UNIVERSAL Owner's Manual

100-watt compact subwoofer with adaptive x-over

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Blue Sky International
70 Sea Lane
Farmingdale, NY 11735
www.abluesky.com
Blue Sky | SUB 8 Universal
100-Watt compact subwoofer with adaptive x-over
Owner's Manual
Version 1.A | December 27, 2004

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  • Page 1 Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale, NY 11735 www.abluesky.com Blue Sky | SUB 8 Universal 100-Watt compact subwoofer with adaptive x-over Owner’s Manual Version 1.A | December 27, 2004...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s manual _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 4 SUB 8 Universal - What is included? _ __ __ __ _ Page 4 Quick Setup / with filter setting instructions _ _ Page 5...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all safety and operating instructions OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords before operating this product. as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain these safety and operating LIQUID ENTRY - Never spill any liquid of any kind on the product.
  • Page 4: Sub 8 Universal Introduction

    This manual addresses SUB 8 Universal applications relating to setup and operation with non Blue Sky nearfield monitors. For setup information relating to the use of this product with Blue Sky’s SAT 5, please read the manual that is included with the SAT 5.
  • Page 5: Quick Setup / With Filter Setting Instructions

    Figure 1 a console / desk, behind the console / desk, etc. For an expanded subwoofer placement guide, please see page 9 [Subwoofer and mixer first, and then the SUB 8 Universal and the rest of your Placement Guide]. monitoring system.
  • Page 6: System Signal Connections

    System Signal Connections CABLE WIRING SPECIFICATIONS Most users of the SUB 8 Universal will be using ready made cables, however if you need to wire your own cables, follow the wiring specifications below. �� ��� Figure 2 XLR INPUTS (ELECTRONICALLY BALANCED)
  • Page 7: Tour Of The Amplifier And I/O

    SAT 5. If you are using the position (VARIABLE). For more information see item 10 on page 4 SUB 8 Universal with the SAT 5, it must be set to the SAT 5 position. [Quick Setup / with universal filter instructions].
  • Page 8: Expanded Calibration Guide

    Step 4 Now that the system has been electrically calibrated Instructions for electroacoustic calibration of a 2.1 audio system using turn ON your 2.1 System (SUB 8 Universal & nearfield monitors). a SPL meter and Blue Sky’s test files. Step 5 Assign the 500-2.5kHz pink noise signal to the left channel only.
  • Page 9: Subwoofer Placement Guide

    Subwoofer Placement subwoofer in that location. If not, continue to experiment with the subwoofer location until the most accurate and best response has been achieved. Guide Method 2 Subwoofer placement using a real time analyzer – Such as those So now that my system uses an integral subwoofer, how do I place it in my studio for the best possible low frequency performance? made by Gold Line™...
  • Page 10: Technical Information

    * Common mode rejection 40dB typical @ 60Hz * Maximum Input Level +24dBu balanced In order to continually improve all of its products Blue Sky reserves the right * Output Impedance 200 Ohms balanced to change these specifications without notice.
  • Page 11: Sub 8 Universal Cabinet Dimensions

    12. SUB 8 Universal Cabinet Dimensions Page 11...
  • Page 12: Factory Service Instructions

    14. General Contact Instructions Details Service for the U.S. versions of Blue Sky products is available only from our For sales and other enquiries, please contact Blue Sky at: authorized distributor, Group One Ltd., located in Farmingdale, New York. (Service for Blue Sky products outside the United States can be obtained...
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