PMSUBmini2 - Subwoofer FOSTEX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PMSUBmini2 FOSTEX

Personal Active Speaker System VOLUME INPUT L-OUT SERIAL No.

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512Active Subwoofer PM-SUBmini Owner's Manual Thank you very much for purchasing a Fostex product. This manual provides instructions for basic use of the unit. Read this before using the unit for the fi rst time. © FOSTEX COMPANY All Rights Reserved.

1) Read these instructions.

Lisez ces instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

Conservez ces instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

Respectez tous les avertissements.

4) Follow all instructions.

Suivez toutes les instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près de l’eau.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

Nettoyer uniquement avec un chiffon sec.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Ne pas bloquer les ouvertures de ventilation. Installer conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Ne pas installer près de sources de chaleur telles que radiateurs, registres de chaleur, poêles ou autres appareils (y compris les amplificateurs) produisant de la chaleur.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Ne détruisez pas la sécurité de la terre ou polarisées - fiche. Une fiche polarisée possède deux lames dont une est plus large que l’autre. Une prise de terre possède deux lames et une broche de terre. La lame large ou la troisième broche sont prévues pour votre sécurité. Si la fiche fournie ne rentre pas dans votre prise, consultez un électricien pour remplacer la prise obsolète.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Protégez le cordon d’alimentation d’être piétiné ou pincé, particulièrement au niveau des fiches, des prises, et le point où ils sortent de l’appareil.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer. N’utilisez que des accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant.

12) Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover. Utilisez seulement avec la charrette, position, trépied, support ou table spécifiée par le fabricant, ou a vendu avec l’appareil . Lorsqu’une charrette est utilisée, utilise la prudence quand déplacer la combinaison de charrette / appareil pour éviter la blessure de pointe-sur.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time. Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages ou lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes de temps.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service

16) Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on appalatus. L’appareil ne doit pas êclaboussures et aucun objet ne contenant de liquide, tel qu’un vase, ne doit être placé sur lobjet.

17) Mains plug is used as disconnect device. It

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC and ICES-003 requirements. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fostex Company for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT.

In order to comply with FCC and ICES-003 requirements, use high quality shielded cables for connection to accessories and / or another products. If any cables are supplied with this product, they MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to do so could void your FCC / ICES-003 authorization to use this product in the USA / Canada.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

4. Compliance with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Canadian

ICES-003. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that many cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.5 Introductions PM-SUBmini is an active subwoofer that allows you to enjoy a high-quality music environment in combination with Fostex active speaker systems such as PM0.3 or PM0.1. Features of the PM-SUBmini

• 13 cm (5 inch) size woofer unit powered by a high-power amplifier (rated output: 50 W)

• Volume controller, cross over frequency adjuster (60 Hz to 150 Hz) and phase changer for tuning according to your environment

• Stand-by function to reduce unnecessary power consumption (ON/OFF)

• Rigid and supple fiberglass diaphragm in the woofer unit

• Sealed type speaker to reproduce music sources faithfully and to reduce incidental sound

• Space-saving compact design Accessories Supplied accessories are listed below. Confirm that accessories are present after purchase.

• Owner’s Manual (this book) × 1

Speaker Power indicator Lights in blue when the power is on.

• Auto standby function If AUTO STANDBY MODE is on, the auto standby function is activated when input signal stops for about 13 minutes, and power consumption is reduced to below 0.5 W ( page 7). The power indicator lights in red while the function is working. The power indicator lights in blue and playback starts when the input signal is received again. Please be aware that the power indicator may remain lit for 5 to 6 seconds after the power is turned off. This is not a malfunction. This function may not work properly depending on the noise level of the input signal.7 Back [INPUT] terminal (L/R) Connect to the analog output terminal of an audio player using an RCA pin cable. [THRU] terminal (L/R) Connect to the analog input terminal of an active speaker using an RCA pin cable. PHASE switch Switches the subwoofer phase according to the setting environment. ( page 11) AUTO STANDBY MODE switch Switches the AUTO STANDBY MODE on/off. ON to activate the mode, OFF to deactivate the mode. FREQUENCY knob Adjusts the crossover frequency according to the connected speakers. ( page 12) VOLUME knob Adjusts the volume. POWER switch Switches the power on/off. [AC IN] terminal Connect the supplied power cable.

English8 Connections The unit achieves higher performance when connecting to Fostex personal active speaker system PM0.3, PM0.1 or hand operated volume controller PC-1e. The following are the examples of the connections. Connect your products according to your environment.

• The power must be off when you make connections.

• The volume of each product must be set to the minimum when powering on after the connection. (Connection example) When connecting the music source directly Personal Active Speaker SystemVOLUMEINPUTL-OUTSERIAL No.MADE IN CHINADC IN OFF R L MAX. 12V 1.5A PM0.1 INPUT R L Personal active speaker system PM0.1, PM0.3, etc (sold separately) (This unit) Computer Portable music player Speaker cable

• Supplied with PM0.1 or PM0.3 RCA-stereo mini cable

• Supplied with PM0.1 or PM0.3. When connecting to another active speaker, purchase one separately. RCA pin cable

• Supplied with this unit9 (Connection example) Personal Active Speaker System VOLUME INPUT L-OUT SERIAL No.

DC IN OFF R L MAX. 12V 1.5A PM0.1 INPUT R L Personal active speaker system PM0.1, PM0.3, etc (sold separately) Volume controller PC-1e (sold separately) (This unit) CD player RCA pin cable

• Supplied with PC-1e When using PC-1e RCA-stereo mini cable

• Supplied with PM0.1 or PM0.3. When connecting to another active speaker, purchase one separately. RCA pin cable

• Supplied with this unit Speaker cable

• Supplied with PM0.1 or PM0.3 English10 Adjust the frequency range for the subwoofer. Setting the sound to your taste The performance of the audio system including this unit varies depending on the set up position (such as the relative distance, the height of each speaker, etc), circumstances (such as the intensity of reverberated sound, level of the sound insulation, etc.) or listening position. Setting up each product appropriately gives you better environment. Using the FREQUENCY knob and PHASE switch on the back of the unit, and the volume controller of each device, let’s create your own music space just for your taste and favorite music genre! Setting flow Adjust the balance of the volume between the subwoofer and other speakers. (this unit) (the unit) (this unit) (PM0.3, 0.1, etc.) The sound of the subwoofer and other speakers may cancel each other out (reverse- phased). Switch the phase and confirm the volume. Adjust the volume balance ( page 11) Step 1 Adjust the crossover frequency ( page 12) Step 3 Switch the phase ( page 11) Step 211 Adjust the volume balance Adjust the volume balance between the speakers using the VOLUME knob on the back of the unit. If other speakers are equipped with a volume control function, utilise them together. 1 Lower the volume of the player (digital audio player, etc.) The higher volume than you expect may be produced. Lower the volume in advance.

• If your player is not equipped with a volume controller, lower the volume of the speakers. 2 Start playback of the player, and adjust the volume balance. Adjust the volume so that the bass sound and treble sound are heard naturally. Switch the phase You can reverse the sound phase using the PHASE switch on the back of the unit. When you use this unit with PM0.3 or PM0.1 (especially when installing them side by side), you can leave the PHASE switch at the 180° position. However, depending on the set up position, the sound may be heard naturally when you change the switch to 0°. Test both positions and select the better one. English12 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k Adjust the crossover frequency You can adjust the intensity of the bass sound using the FREQUENCY knob on the back of the unit. The graph below shows how the sound changes when you turn the knob right and left. When turning the knob fully to the right (150 Hz) When turning the knob fully to the left (60 Hz) middle range sound raised Large sound Bass Middle High Crossover frequency and sound Repeat steps 1 to 3 to gain the desirable playback sound.13 When connecting to PM0.1 Set the FREQUENCY knob on the back of the unit to the third mark from the left. When connecting to PM0.3 Set the FREQUENCY knob on the back of the unit to the second mark from the left. Setting examples when connecting to PM0.3 or PM0.1 When you connect this unit to PM0.3 or PM0.1, we recommend to set the crossover frequency as follows before starting the detailed setting. Also, we recommend to adjust the volume as follows. (The setting that speakers are balanced when installed side by side in a silent room.) Set the VOLUME knob of PM0.3 or PM0.1 to the top mark. Set the VOLUME knob on the back of the unit to the forth mark from the left. The settings above are for reference. Adjust each setting by your taste. English14 Troubleshooting Common problems and solutions are listed below. Problem Solutions There is no sound • Confirm that the product is connected properly.

• Confirm the volume settings of the player and the unit.

page 11) Bass sound is weak

• Confirm the volume settings of the player and the unit.

page 11)15 Specifications Speaker type Sealed type Impedance Woofer: 4 Ω Amplifier maximum output Woofer: 50 W Input RCA pin jack × 1 Maximum input level: +15 dBV Input impedance: 10 kΩ Crossover adjustment range 60 Hz to 150 Hz Frequency response 40 Hz to 150 Hz S/N ratio 80 dB External dimensions (mm) 200 (W) × 185 (H) × 233 (D) Weight about 3.6 kg Power consumption During normal use: about 15 W During standby mode: 0.5 W or less EnglishFOSTEX CO. 1-1-109, Tsutsujigaoka, Akishima City, Tokyo, 196-8550, Japan © Printed in Japan Mar. 2015 8588128104 600201 Declaration of EC Directive This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) - Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning the electromagnetic compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) - Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be used within the specified voltage range. The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment The affect of the European Specification EN61000-6-1 (coexistence of electromagnetic waves - common immunity specification) on this equipment are as shown below. In the electrical fast transient/burst requirements, surge, conducted disturbances by radio-frequency fields, power frequency magnetic field, radiate electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharging environment, this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases.