Peavey DM 115 Operating Manual page 3

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the powered Peavey® DM™ 115 powered speaker system. The DM™ 115 features a
reliable bi-amped power section that provides a total of 660 Watts of peak available dynamic power with signal
compression to prevent audible overload. The analog power amplifiers and linear power supply are coupled
with a DSP based crossover and EQ.
The LCD display and EQ presets along with other operating parameters are accessed via a one-knob selector.
The DM™115 provides a balanced input via a combination jack that accepts balanced TRS 1/4 inch input as well
as a balanced XLR input. There is a balanced Thru output via a male XLR. There is an adjustable Gain control
as well as a combination LED indicator that lights when power is on and changes color when the "soft-limiting"
compression circuit is activated.
Features
* Two-way bi-amplified analog amp powered speaker system
* 15" heavy-duty woofer
* DX™14 compression driver, with 1.4 inch titanium diaphragm
* 410 watts peak woofer power, 250 watts peak tweeter power
* DSP processing is 64 bit double-precision
* DSP I/O is at 96 kHz and 24 bits, with low-jitter, professional grade components
* Dynamic bass boost function
* Fan cooled for maximum reliability
* Patented Quadratic Throat Waveguide™ technology, 110 by 80 degree coverage
* Input is via a combo female XLR and 1/4" TRS phone jack with balanced input
* A Mic/Line switch provides for two different gain settings
* Thru output is via a male XLR jack
* Multiple Factory Preset EQ settings for the DSP crossover system
* User Preset EQ storage provisions allow storing custom presets for later recall
* Rugged plastic injection-molded trapezoidal enclosure
* Cabinet has dual rear corner angled sides for floor monitor use.
* Full-coverage perforated steel grille, with powder coat finish
* Pole mount molded-in for 1 3/8" diameter poles
Description
The DM™115 is a two-way sound reinforcement system based on a heavy-duty 15" woofer and a DX™14 titani-
um diaphragm dynamic compression driver mounted on a 110 by 80 degree coverage Quadratic Throat Wave-
guide™. It's contemporary appearance coupled with exceptional performance offer an highly desirable combi-
nation.
The light yet durable injection-molded plastic enclosure with molded-in stand mount cup eases portable use for
live music or PA sound. The trapezoidal cabinet has three handles for ease of portability, and two extra angled
sections on either side to allow use as a floor monitor. A full length black powder coated perforated steel grille
provides system protection and a professional appearance.
The heavy-duty 15" woofer has a warm punchy sound for plenty of bass. The DX™14 compression driver tweet-
er is coupled to a Quadratic Throat™ constant directivity waveguide, covered under US patent #6,059,069 with