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223s, 223xs,

234s, 234xs

1.1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the dbx 223s/223xs or 234s/234xs crossover. We are 
confident you will find this crossover to be the finest product of its kind. We have taken 
care to include all of the features you need to make your system sound its best. Some of the 
features common to both the 234s/234xs and the 223s/223xs crossovers are:
  •  back panel switches for selecting the operating mode of the crossover.
  •  back panel switches indicating the selected range of crossover frequencies. Both of these 

features have LED indicators on the front panel so you can see at a glance which mode 
the unit is in.

  •  low frequency summed output designed specifically for mono subwoofer applications.
  • phase invert switches on all outputs.
  • individual level controls on every output.

We are sure you will agree that these crossovers are built to provide extremely high quality 
frequency division for all your PA applications.

1.2 Service Contact Info

If you require technical support, contact dbx Customer Service. Be prepared to accurately 
describe the problem. Know the serial number of your unit - this is printed on a 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 service, we recommend you refer to the manual. 
Make sure you have correctly followed installation steps and operation procedures. If you are 
still unable to solve a problem, contact our Customer Service Department at (801) 568-7660 
for consultation. If you need to return a product to the factory for service, you MUST first 
contact Customer Service to obtain a Return Authorization Number. 

No returned products will be accepted at the factory without a Return Authorization Number. 

Please refer to the Warranty information on the following page, which extends to the first 
end-user. After expiration of the warranty, a reasonable charge will be made for parts, labor, 
and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible 
for transportation charges to the factory. dbx will pay return shipping if the unit is still under 
warranty.

Use the original packing material if it is available. Mark the package with the name of the 
shipper and with these words in red: DELICATE INSTRUMENT, FRAGILE! Insure the package 
properly. Ship prepaid, not collect. Do not ship parcel post.

  Section 1 - Introduction

Section 1

Introduction

Summary of Contents for 223xs

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...

Page 20: ...8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy Utah 84070 Phone 801 568 7660 Fax 801 568 7662 Int l Fax 801 568 7583 Questions or comments Contact us at www dbxpro com Printed in China 18 0808 A...

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