Dark Matter™ Series Enclosures DM 115 Sub & DM 118 Sub ™ ™ Vented Bass Powered Subwoofer System Operating Manual www.peavey.
FCC Compliancy Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
ENGLISH DM™ 115 Sub & DM™ 118 Sub Thank you for purchasing the Peavey® Dark Matter Series DM™ 115 or DM 118 Sub. The DM 115 and 118 Subs feature an ultra-reliable power section that provides a total of 800 watts of peak available power with DDT™ compression. These powered enclosures also feature a 15" heavy-duty woofer with a 3" voice coil for the DM 115 Sub and an 18" heavy-duty woofer with a 3" voice coil for the DM 118 Sub.
A Full-Range Thru output has a male XLR connector. These outputs allow linking of additional speaker systems, or feed of the signal to other devices, etc. APPLICATIONS The Peavey® DM™ Sub has a variety of applications, such as extending the bass performance of smaller full-range speaker systems for sound reinforcement, public address, side fill system, karaoke or musical playback.
REAR PANEL TOP 9 5 6 11-12 7 4 13 8 10 TOP – OPERATING CONTROLS, INPUTS & OUTPUTS INPUT (4) The line-level input is of the medium impedance balanced type. The jack is a combo female XLR and 1/4" TRS connector. LED (5) Illuminates GREEN when the power switch is on and power is present It turns RED when the power amp engages the DDT™ "soft limiting" circuitry. Occasional flashing is acceptable, but not a constant illumination, or distortion will be excessive.
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY CONTROL (9) Varies the crossover frequency between the Subwoofer and the High Pass Outputs sent to the satellite speaker(s) (11 & 12). Varies the electrical crossover frequency from 90 Hz to 180 Hz. CAUTION! SETTING THIS CONTROL TOO LOW MAY ALLOW THE SATELLITE SPEAKER TO BE OVERLOADED BY DEEP BASS! Setting the control lower DOES NOT increase the deep bass output of the DM™ Sub; a middle (12 o'clock) to higher setting works best for most speakers.
Do not place a taller/larger or heavier speaker system than the DM™ 115 on this pole, or it may be unsafe due to the potential to tip over. The DM Sub must be placed on firm and level ground, in order for the pole mounted speaker to be safe from tipping. When installing or de-installing the speaker on the pole, it is a good practice to have a helper, if possible. It can be hard to "thread the needle" and mate the pole cup to the Subwoofer pole while holding the speaker system at arm’s length.
The amplifier in the DM™ Sub is equipped with DDT™ and the LED indicator will show when the DDT has engaged. If the sound seems heavily compressed, check these indicators; if it is blinking RED more than occasionally, then the drive level from the mixer (or the Level control on the DM Sub) needs to be reduced. When first turning on the sound system, switch on all upstream electronics first, then the DM Sub with its Level control fully counterclockwise (all the way down).
TROUBLESHOOTING NO OUTPUT AT ALL First, make sure the unit has AC power and is turned ON. Make sure the LED on the power amp module is illuminated. If not, make certain the ON/OFF switch (3) is in the ON position and check the IEC power cord connection (2) by ensuring it is fully engaged and seated. Make certain the AC line cord is plugged into a working AC outlet. Finally, check the breaker (1). (See the Rear Panel: Breaker section, for safety instructions.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your DM Sub is a sturdy and durable product and will provide years of reliable use if properly cared for. Use common sense and read the safety warnings to avoid hazardous operating conditions. The unit must be disconnected from the AC power source before any work is done on it. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. SUNLIGHT/HEAT Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, as this may cause the unit to overheat and thermally shut off.
DM™ 115 SUB SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range (-10 dB, Half Space): 43 Hz – 180 Hz* *Crossover Control Full CW Frequency Response, 1 Meter On-axis, Swept-sine In Anechoic Environment (-6 dB): 48 Hz – 138 Hz* *Crossover Control Full CW Power Amp Rating, Total Power Output: 800 watts peak available power Continuous Power: 470 watts into 4 ohms Electronic Input Impedance (Nominal): Line In: 2.
DM™ 118 SUB SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range (-10 dB, Half Space): 39 Hz – 188 Hz* *Crossover Control Full CW Frequency Response, 1 Meter On-axis, Swept-sine In Anechoic Environment (-6 dB): 44 Hz – 176 Hz* *Crossover Control Full CW Power Amp Rating, Total Power Output: 800 watts peak available power Continuous Power: 470 watts into 4 ohms Electronic Input Impedance (Nominal): Line In: 2.
DM™ 115 SUB BACK PANEL DM™ 118 SUB BACK PANEL
DM™ 115 SUB DIMENSIONS
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PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY Effective Date: 09/15/2010 What This Warranty Covers Your Peavey Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship in Peavey products purchased and serviced in the U.S.A. and Canada.
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