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223s, 223xs,

234s, 234xs

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On the back panel of the 234s/234xs, there are markings to help you connect the source 
devices and amplifiers to your crossover. 

To operate the 234s in stereo 3-way application, follow the top row of markings horizontally 
along the length of the 234s. For stereo 2-way operation of the 234s, use the second row 
of markings above the connectors. For mono 4-way operation of the 234s, use the markings 
directly below the connectors. The connectors not used in the selected mode are marked “Not 
Used”. This designation applies only to that mode of operation.

To operate the 234xs in stereo 3-way application, use the first row of markings below the 
connectors. For stereo 2-way operation of the 234xs, use the second row of markings below 
the connectors. For mono 4-way operation of the 234s, use the markings directly above 
the connectors. The connectors not used in the selected mode are marked “Not Used”. This 
designation applies only to that mode of operation.

3.3 dbx 223xs/223s Rear Panels

dbx 223xs Rear Panel

dbx 223s Rear Panel

The 223s/223xs is marked in a similar way: for stereo 2-way operation use the markings above 
the connectors. To operate the 223s/223xs in mono 3-way mode use the markings below the 
connectors. The connectors which are not used in the selected mode are marked “not used”. 
This designation applies only to 

that mode

 of operation.

3.4 dbx 234s/234xs or 223s/223xs Audio Connections

•  Before connecting anything to the crossover, make sure it is not connected to any power 

source.

•  Be sure that the source device (equalizer, compressor, mixing console, etc.) for the 

234s/234xs or 223s/223xs is turned off. Connect the output(s) of the source device to the 
inputs of the crossover, following the rear panel markings carefully. 

•  Make sure that the amplifiers which will be used to drive your speaker system are turned 

off. Using the back panel markings as a guide, use high quality cables to connect the ampli-
fiers to the appropriate outputs of the 234s/234xs or 223s/223xs.

Section 3

Rear Panel Operations

Summary of Contents for 223s

Page 1: ...User Manual 2 Way 3 Way 4 WayCrossovers Professional Audio Equipment...

Page 2: ...er Cord WARNING THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code GREEN an...

Page 3: ...t of Engineering 8760 S Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 USA Date November 1 2010 European Contact Your local dbx Sales and Service Office or Harman Music Group 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070...

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Page 5: ...Mono 4 Way Mode 5 2 2 dbx 223s 223xs Front Panel 6 Stereo 2 Way Mode 6 Mono 3 Way Mode 7 Section 3 Rear Panel Operations 8 3 1 Rear Panel Operations 8 3 2 dbx 234xs 234s Rear Panels 8 3 3 dbx 223xs 22...

Page 6: ...sticker attached to the bottom panel If you have not already taken the time to fill out your warranty registration card and send it in please do so now Before you return a product to the factory for...

Page 7: ...ZATION from the factory where all parts and labor will be covered up to a period of two years A Return Authorization number must first be obtained from dbx by telephone The company shall not be liable...

Page 8: ...requency output level with a range of to 6 dB 4 8 High Output Controls the High frequency output with a range of to 6 dB 9 14 Low Cut Switch for selecting the 40 Hz high pass filter An LED indicates t...

Page 9: ...ut Controls the Mid Frequency output with a range of to 6 dB 6 12 High Output Controls the High Frequency output with a range of to 6 dB 13 19 Low Cut Switch for selecting the 40 Hz high pass filter A...

Page 10: ...r point between HIGH MID and HIGH frequencies 7 High Mid Output Controls the HIGH MID frequency output level with a range of to 6 dB 8 High Output Controls the HIGH frequency output level with a range...

Page 11: ...h Selects crossover point between the LOW and HIGH outputs 3 7 Low Output Controls the Low Frequency output level with a range of to 6 dB 4 8 High Output Controls the High Frequency output with a rang...

Page 12: ...t level with a range of to 6 dB 6 High Output Controls the HIGH frequency output level with a range of to 6 dB 7 Low Cut Switch for selecting the 40 Hz high pass filter An LED indicates the selection...

Page 13: ...dbx is not responsible for damage relating to improper setup or implementation of the 234s 234xs or the 223s 223xs Without any audio or power connections in place use the back panel switches on the cr...

Page 14: ...sed This designation applies only to that mode of operation 3 3 dbx 223xs 223s Rear Panels dbx 223xs Rear Panel dbx 223s Rear Panel The 223s 223xs is marked in a similar way for stereo 2 way operation...

Page 15: ...rossover first then to a power source that is properly grounded Never lift the ground as a shock hazard may result After you have safely plugged in the crossover turn on the source device s Turn the a...

Page 16: ...oth the left and right inputs The sum is sent to channel one s low output marked LF SUM while channel two s low output is not used and channel two s phase invert led is disabled indicating it is not o...

Page 17: ...k the LF Sum switch Check the x10 switch This changes the range of the crossover frequency from 45 960 Hz to 450 Hz 9 6 kHz HUM AND OR BUZZ If you suspect that the hum is caused by a ground loop Syste...

Page 18: ...to 2 k or greater OUTPUT 223xs 234xs Connectors XLR Type Electronically balanced unbalanced RF filtered Impedance Balanced 60 unbalanced 30 Max Output Level 20 dBu balanced unbalanced into 600 or grea...

Page 19: ...Low Cut Activates 40 Hz Butterworth 12 dB octave high pass filter one switch per channel Phase Invert Inverts the phase at the output one switch per output Rear Panel x10 Multiplies crossover frequen...

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