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Safety Instructions/Consignes de sécurité/Sicherheitsvorkehrungen/Instrucciones de seguridad WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to ATTENTION: Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution ou d’incendie, ne pas rain or moisture. To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or exposer cet appareil à...
Table of Contents Introduction S•2-way Features Controls and Functions Front Panel Layout Rear Panel Layout Operating the S•2-Way Setting Up the S•2-way Setting up the S•2-way for Stereo 2-way Operation S•2-way Controls S 2•Way System Set-Ups Mono 3-way Operation 11 - 12 SETTING UP THE S 2-way USING A REAL TIME ANALYZER S•2-way Connections Block Diagram...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Samson S 2-way electronic crossover. The Samson S 2-way is a one rack-space, dual channel electronic signal processor capable of managing frequency crossover for stereo 2-way and mono 3-way speaker systems. The S 2-way is an ideal crossover solution for small and large PA systems, live sound venues, commercial installa- tions, recording studio monitors and DJ set-ups.
S 2-way Features The Samson S 2-way electronic crossover utilizes the latest technology in crossover filters and speaker management design. Here are some of its main features: • Full featured, Stereo 2-way, Mono 3-way electronic crossover. • Precision Linkwitz-Riley, 24 dB/Octave filters. •...
Operating the S 2-way SETTING UP THE S 2-way Whether you are an experienced audio engineer or just starting out, the following sections of this manual will help you get going with your S 2-way. Now that you have unpacked the unit and have become a bit familiar with the front panel controls, you can follow the next sections of this manual to begin to set-up and operate your new crossover.
Operating the S 2-way SETTING UP THE S 2-way FOR STEREO 2-way OPERATION The following operating example is for a Stereo 2-way system using a 15" low frequency driver and a 1" compres- sion driver on both the left and right sides. CAUTION: Before you apply power to your speaker system amplifiers, be certain to set the frequency controls to the manufacturers recommended crossover points for the drivers or enclosures you are using.
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Operating the S 2-way Once you have your system wired-up, follow the steps below: • Set the mode switch to the ST 2 W position. Notice the silkscreen BAND INDICATORs showing the frequencies that are now under control by the associated GAIN or FREQUENCY knobs. •...
Operating the S 2-way S 2-way Controls The Samson S 2-way features a variety of control functions that offer the sound engineer advanced control over a speaker system. The next section is a description of the control functions and how they are used to improve the overall sound of a sound reinforcement system.
S 2-way System Set-Ups MONO THREE WAY OPERATION If you’re operating your PA system Mono 3-way, wire your system as shown in the system diagram below. Once you have your system wired-up, follow the steps below: • Locate the MODE switch in the master section and set it to the MONO 3 W position. •...
SETTING UP THE S 2-way USING A REAL TIME ANALYZER SETTING UP THE S•2-way USING A REAL TIME ANALYZER A REAL TIME ANALYZER (RTA) is an especially useful tool for setting up your crossover, as it will enable you to set parameters like DELAY and LEVEL more accurately. Some Audio Engineers can use their ears to tune a loudspeaker system.
SETTING UP THE S 2-way USING A REAL TIME ANALYZER • Turn off the High Frequency MUTE switch and turn up the High Frequency Level control until the RTA reads 0dB at the crossover frequency. • Now, press the LOW MUTE switch again turning on the low frequency output. Notice the reading on the RTA at the crossover frequency.