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•  Owner’s manual (this leaflet)

EN

1

 Input jacks (CH1 and CH2) 

These are balanced combo jacks that support both XLR and phone plugs (both CH1 and CH2), and RCA-
pin plugs (CH2 only). For the combo jacks, connect a mixer, microphone, or digital musical instrument 
such as a keyboard. For RCA-pin jacks, connect a device such as an MP3 player or a CD player. For 
devices with high level signals such as a mixer, connect to CH2, or connect to CH1 then set the [MIC/
LINE] switch (

3

) to [LINE].

XLR

Phone

RCA-pin

2

 [LEVEL] knobs

Adjust the level of each input jack (

1

).

3

 [MIC/LINE] switch

Set this switch to [MIC] or [LINE] for the CH1 jack, depending on the level of the input signal. For low-
level signals (such as microphones), set the switch to [MIC]. For high-level signals (such as mixer), set the 
switch to [LINE].

4

 Output switch

Selects the output signal sent to the output jack (

5

). 

[CH1 THRU]: Delivers the direct output signal of CH1 only. Signal from CH2 will not be output.
[CH1+2 MIX]: Outputs the mixed signals of CH1 and CH2. 

5

 Output jack

This is a balanced XLR jack. This can be used to connect another DBR speaker. Outputs the signal 
selected by 

4

 output switch.

6

 [LIMIT] indicator

Indicates (lit in red) that the limiter is on when the output voltage of the amplifier has exceeded the 
maximum level, or when excessive integral power consumption is detected. If this indicator stays lit, lower 
the input level.

Note

  Integral power consumption refers to the sum of power provided to the speaker driver per unit time.

7

 [SIGNAL] indicator

Indicates (lit in green) when an audio signal exceeding the threshold has been detected.

8

 [PROTECTION] indicator

Indicates (lit in red) when the protection circuit is active. The protection circuit will be activated and the 
speaker outputs will be muted in the situations listed below.
•  If amplifier overheating is detected
•  If overcurrent is detected
•  When turning the power on; the protection circuit will be activated for a few seconds to prevent noise. 

The indicator turns off when the power supply has started normally.

If the protection circuit has engaged, waiting until the amplifier cools down or powering off and on again 
will return to normal operation. If the unit does not return to normal operation, please contact your Yamaha 
dealer.

9

 [POWER] indicator

Indicates (lit in green) when the [ /

] (power) (

E

) switch is turned on.

0

 [D-CONTOUR] indicator

Indicates (lit in yellow) when the [D-CONTOUR] switch (

A

) is set to [FOH/MAIN] or [MONITOR].

A

 [D-CONTOUR] switch

Selects one of the D-CONTOUR (Dynamic CONTOUR) presets.
[FOH/MAIN]: Boosts the high and low frequency components so that the frequency response is suitable 
for a main speaker.
[MONITOR]: Reduces the low frequency range, which could otherwise tend to be boomy if the speaker is 
set directly on the floor. This enables you to hear mid and high frequency ranges clearly when using as a 
floor monitor.
[OFF]: Turns off D-CONTOUR. This is a generic frequency response setting.

B

 [HPF] switch

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter. If you set this switch to [120Hz] or [100Hz], the low 
frequency components below each threshold will be cut. If you use the unit alone, set this switch to [OFF]. 
If you plan to use the unit along with a subwoofer, we recommend that you set this switch to [120Hz] or 
[100Hz].

C

 Vent

The unit contains a cooling fan. Since the air for cooling is taken in and expelled here, be careful not to 
block this vent.

D

 [AC IN] socket

Connect the supplied power cord here. First connect the power cord to the unit, then plug it into an 
appropriate AC power outlet.

 CAUTION

Turn off the power before you connect or disconnect the power cord.

E

 [ /

] (power) switch

Turns power to the unit on [ ] or off [

]. First, turn on the power of the connected sound source (external 

device), then the unit. When turning off the power, reverse the order by turning off the power of the unit first 
and then the connected sound source (external device).

 CAUTION

Even when the switch is in the off position, a small amount of electricity is still flowing to the unit. If it will not be used for an 
extended period of time, therefore, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

Note

  •  Rapidly turning the unit on and off in succession can cause it to malfunction. After turning the unit off, wait for 

about 5 seconds before turning it on again.

•  If you are using multiple units, turn on the power to each unit one by one. If you turn on the power to multiple 

units simultaneously, a temporary drop in the power voltage may occur, possibly resulting in abnormal operation 
of the units.

F

 Screw holes (M8) 

Use these M8 size screw holes for installing separately sold brackets or commercially available eye bolts.

G

 Pole socket

This socket adapts to commercially available speaker stands and speaker poles of 35 mm diameter.

Controls and Connectors

1

6

7

8

9

A

0

B

C

E

D

C

2
3

4

5

G

F

Rear

Bottom

Summary of Contents for DBR Series

Page 1: ...is unaffected by phase interference near the crossover point D CONTOUR Dynamic CONTOUR D CONTOUR optimizes the level of each frequency range according to the application to be used or the listener s preferences There are two modes an FOH MAIN mode for use as a main speaker and a MONITOR mode for use as a floor monitor Simple mixing function The DBR features simple mixing functionality enabling you...

Page 2: ...h is turned on 0 D CONTOUR indicator Indicates lit in yellow when the D CONTOUR switch A is set to FOH MAIN or MONITOR A D CONTOUR switch Selects one of the D CONTOUR Dynamic CONTOUR presets FOH MAIN Boosts the high and low frequency components so that the frequency response is suitable for a main speaker MONITOR Reduces the low frequency range which could otherwise tend to be boomy if the speaker...

Page 3: ... place Power suddenly went off The protection system has been activated shutting down the power supply Turn off the power wait until the amplifier cools down and then turn on again No Sound The cable is not connected properly Connect the cable all the way in so that it is firmly in place Sound is interrupted suddenly The protection circuit has been activated muting the output Wait until the amplif...

Page 4: ...ing any installation or construction work consult with your Yamaha dealer For optimum safety the installation should be checked thoroughly at regular intervals Some fittings may deteriorate over extended periods of time due to wear and or corrosion When choosing the installation location suspension wire and mounting hardware make sure all are strong enough to support the weight of the speaker Make...

Page 5: ...r DBR15 and DBR12 When the unit is shipped from the factory a seal is stuck on the pullback point screw hole Make sure to peel off the seal when using the pullback point The DBR10 does not have a pullback point Pullback point M8 screw hole Upper rear of the unit Securing the screws and eye bolts Insert the screw or eye bolt through the washer to attach them Apply thread locking fluid to the eye bo...

Page 6: ...bolts according to the standards and safety regulations in your area M8 eye bolt Max 45 Pullback point for DBR15 and DBR12 only NOTICE The strength of an eye bolt differs depending on the suspension angle Make sure to use eye bolts within a range of 0 to 45 degrees from a right angle as shown Correct Within 45 from a right angle 0 45 Max 45 Incorrect Do not suspend the eye bolts as shown in the il...

Page 7: ...e or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice Since specifications equipment or options may not be the same in every locale please check with your Yamaha dealer Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment This symbol on the products packaging and or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with gen...

Page 8: ...g up the device make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible If some trouble or malfunction occurs immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet Even when the power switch is turned off electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level When you are not using the product for a long time make sure to unplug the power cord from the wal...

Page 9: ...evice that is being affected by the interference Utilize power outlets that are on different branch circuit breaker or fuse circuits or install AC line filter s In the case of radio or TV interference relocate reorient the antenna If the antenna lead in is 300 ohm ribbon lead change the lead in to co axial type cable If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results please contact t...

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