BM5 mkIII – Owner’s manual
Introduction Introduction Important safety instructions The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Introduction – Be advised that different operating voltages require the use of different types of line cord and attachment plugs. – Always observe the local safety regulations. Ensure that the factory-set power requirements for the device (refer to the label on the back of the monitor) corresponds to the mains supply in your region. – This equipment should be installed near the socket outlet and disconnection of the device should be easily accessible.
Introduction Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Dynaudio Professional BM5 mkIII active monitor system. With the right care and attention it will provide many years of excellent and trouble-free audio reproduction. It is most important, however, that you take a few minutes at this early stage of your monitor’s life to read this manual. It contains essential information to help you get the best from your new monitors.
Operation Setting up 1/2. Power on/off switch / AC power in Before switching on, make sure Mains Voltage matches your area’s mains voltage specification. 3. Balanced analog input Audio Input is via a fe1:0 2 1 male XLR connector. 2:+ 3 3:The input is electronically balanced with the following connections. The connections are printed on the rear for easy reference. 4. Unbalanced analog input (RCA) Unbalanced Input via RCA. If your audio source doesn’t have a balanced output, use the RCA input connection.
Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Troubleshooting If you hear no sound, check your input signal, i.e. by switching the left and right speakers. Warranty Service There are no user serviceable parts inside the monitor. If service is required please contact service via: dynaudio.com Care Components of the highest quality are used in your BM5 mkIII. This assures years of trouble-free operation. Following precautions should still be made though. Avoid running the system into severe clipping.
Technical specifications Notes Technical specifications Notes Input level for 85 dB SPL @ 1 m, @ 0 dB setting, unbalanced 80 mVrms Max input level (@setting) 4,8 Vrms (-10 dB) 1,5 Vrms (0 dB) 1 Vrms (+4 dB) Power consumption Standby: 0.3 W Idle: 5.8 W Max: 94 W Amplifier power Tweeter: 50 W Woofer: 50 W Max SPL 1 m, normal room, short term IEC signal 118 dB peak Frequency Response (+/- 3 dB) 42 Hz to 24 kHz Resonance Frequency 45 Hz Internal Cabinet Volume 9.
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