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Blue Sky International

70 Sea Lane
Farmingdale, NY 11735
www.abluesky.com

Owner’s Manual

Version 1.9R | January 18, 2005

Blue Sky | SUB 15 

Universal

1000-Watt subwoofer with adaptive x-over

Summary of Contents for SUB 15 UNIVERSAL

Page 1: ...Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale NY 11735 www abluesky com Owner s Manual Version 1 9R January 18 2005 Blue Sky SUB 15 Universal 1000 Watt subwoofer with adaptive x over ...

Page 2: ...up with filter setting instructions _ _ Page 5 5 System Signal Connections _ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 6 6 Expanded Calibration Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 7 7 A Tour of the Amplifier and I O _ __ __ __ __ _ Page 8 8 Subwoofer Placement Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _Page 10 9 Technical Information _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _Page 11 10 SUB 15 Universal Cabinet Dimensions _ __ __ _Page 12 11 Factory Serv...

Page 3: ... lightning and power line surges 10 OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 11 LIQUID ENTRY Never spill any liquid of any kind on the product 12 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this product yourself Opening or removing covers including any over bottom or side speaker drivers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other ...

Page 4: ...ubwoofer brings you years of accurate and problem free operation We ask that you take the time to read this manual register the product and visit our website for any updated information regarding this product If you have any questions please don t hesitate to contact us www abluesky com Thank you for choosing Blue Sky 2 Important notes about the SUB 15 Universal and this Owner s Manual Voltage Sel...

Page 5: ...ring system 10 It is now time to set the Variable Cutoff Frequency on the back of the SUB 15 Universal to best match your monitoring system if you are using the SUB 15 Universal with Blue Sky monitors set the Filter Selector Switch to BLUE SKY and skip to item 11 To determine the proper filter setting on the SUB 15 Universal you first need to know the cutoff frequency of your monitors This can typ...

Page 6: ...INPUTS ELECTRONICALLY BALANCED Figure 2 The SUB 15 Universal s XLR inputs can handle up to 24dBu of signal level at the input and are compatible with most if not all professional gear Additional adaptor cables can be purchased from most professional audio dealers so that the SUB 15 Universal can be used with other output types TRS RCA etc Figure 3 FLAT POSITION IS ALL SWITCHES DOWN FLAT POSITION I...

Page 7: ...5 Universal monitors Step 5 Assign the 500 2 5kHz pink noise signal to the left channel only Make sure there is nothing coming from the right channel or any other channels Because this signal is bandwidth limited you don t have to worry about turning the sub off There are two methods of setting the levels A If you have a master monitor level control you can set the sat gain control at reference an...

Page 8: ...Page 8 7 A Tour of the SUB 15 Universal Amplifier and I O ...

Page 9: ...TSINK The heatsink provides essential cooling to the amplifier inside the SUB 15 Universal Please ensure that proper air circulation is available for proper cooling 9 SUB GAIN This knob controls the input sensitivity of the subwoofer amplifier only When set to the reference position a 100mV signal at the input equals 90dB output at a meter 10 LF Extension One of the SUB 15 Universal s unique featu...

Page 10: ...and definition You are not just listening for the most boom but rather where the bass is most accurate and natural sounding Remember because the subwoofer is basically omni directional the best spot for the subwoofer can be next to or even behind the main monitoring area After finding the spot where the subwoofer has the best response in the room place the subwoofer in that location Now listen fro...

Page 11: ...ltage 115 230 VAC 50 60Hz switchable Wattage 1600 Watts Fuse 115VAC 8A 250 V 5x20mm Time Delay or Slo Blo 230VAC 15A 250 V 5x20mm Time Delay or Slo Blo Amplifier Class D design 1000 Watts RMS into 4 Ohm 1 THD noise at rated power 1kHz XLR balanced input Adjustable gain control Voltage Sensitivity 100mv 90dB SPL 1m Switchable low frequency response characteristic Frequency Resp 30Hz mode 3dB 30Hz t...

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Page 13: ...e that occurs due to non factory packaging 4 Include a legible note stating your name shipping address no P O boxes daytime phone number RA number and a detailed description of the problem including how it can be duplicated 5 Write the RA number on the top of the carton 6 Ship the product to the address below We recommend United Parcel Service UPS Please insure the product regardless of shipping m...

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