Electro-Voice Sba750 User Manual
Electro-Voice Sba750 User Manual
1. Security regulations as stated in the EN 60065 (VDE 0860 / IEC 65) and the CSA E65 - 94 have to be obeyed when
servicing the appliance.
2. Use of a AC separator transformer is mandatory during maintenance while the appliance is opened, needs to be
operated and is connected to the AC.
3. Switch off the power before retrofitting any extensions, changing the AC voltage or the output voltage.
4. The minimum distance between parts carrying AC voltage and any accessible metal piece (metal enclosure),
respectively between the AC poles has to be 3 mm and needs to be minded at all times.
The minimum distance between parts carrying AC voltage and any switches or breakers that are not connected
to the AC (secondary parts) has to be 6 mm and needs to be minded at all times.
5. Replacing special components that are marked in the circuit diagram using the security symbol (Note) is only permissible
when using original parts.
6. Altering the circuitry without prior consent or advice is not legitimate.
7. Any work security regulations that are applicable at the location where the appliance is being serviced have to be strictly
obeyed. This applies also to any regulations about the work place itself.
8. All instructions concerning the handling of MOS - circuits have to be observed.
2 Controls ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Level .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
AC Fuse ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
AC Connector ................................................................................................................................................ 4
3 Cabling .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
9 Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
10 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
Before establishing the AC connection for the first time, make sure that the SbA750s operation
voltage setting, which can be found on a label next to the AC switch, corresponds to your local
AC voltage.
This Quick Start Manual outlines the set up and operation of a SbA750 used as add-on subwoofer together
with a Powermixer (see configuration examples). The operation procedures are equivalent for other
mixers.
1. Set up your Powermixer system as usual and connect a signal source to the power mixer (e.g. CD
Player or microphone).
3. Set the SbA750s LEVEL control to its counterclockwise stop and connect the unit to a wall outlet using
the supplied PowerCon mains cord.
4. Use a stereo phone plug cable to connect the Powermixers MONO OUT to the SbA750s L/MONO
INPUT.
5. Move the Mixer MONO OUT fader all the way down.
Switching on the SbA750 last is recommended. Otherwise, unwanted power-on noise might occur.
When switching off your equipment, please proceed in the opposite order, i.e. switch off the
SbA750 first.
7. Set the SbA750s LEVEL control to its center position (0dB) and start the playback of the desired signal
audio source.
8. After adjusting the desired acoustic output level of the full-range cabinets using the Powermixers master
fader, establish volume setting for the subwoofer using the MONO OUT fader.
Level
This control sets the output volume of the SbA750 in a
range between -∞dB and +10dB. The internal power
amplifier provides a nominal input sensitivity of +6dBu.
Signal Indicates that an audio signal is present at the input and that it is
output.
Limit When lit this indicator signals that the internal power amplifier actu-
ally operated at the threshold of clipping. Short-term blinking is not critical,
because the amps audio limiter keeps distortion under control, so that the
sound is unaffected. Input overdrive, which results in sound degradation, is
a probable cause for a continuously lit indicator. To prevent this from
happening, reduce the input level.
Power Switch
AC switch for switching the SbA750s power ON or OFF. The switch lights after turning
the power ON. Make sure that the AC cord is correctly connected if the switch is not lit
upon turning the power on. If the AC cord is correctly connected and the AC switch does
not light upon power-on, please contact your local dealer.
AC Fuse
During normal operation the AC fuse of the SbA750 only blows at the occurrence of a
malfunction. Exchanging the fuse is only permissible using a fuse of the same type
(current, voltage and release characteristic). In case the fuse blows frequently, please
contact your local dealer.
AC Connector
AC connection is established via a PowerCon connector. A 15 (5m) long AC cord with
PowerCon plug is supplied.
Using balanced cables with phone or XLR-type plugs for connecting signal sources to the SbA750 is
strongly recommended to prevent problems caused by noise interference. Make sure to mind the
pin-assignment as shown below.
2, SIGNAL +
SIGNAL -
SIGNAL + SIGNAL +
The following illustration shows the most important cable connections and their pin-assignment.
A balanced wiring is to be preferred in each case.
Standard XLR-Cable
signal +
signal -
signal -
signal +
signal -
In this operation mode only the Mid/High signals are fed to the fullrange speaker cabinets, which allows
higher acoustic output levels.
The second SbA750 provides improved SPL in the bass range, in a full Stereo Setup.
10. Dimensions
Printed in U.S.A
© Telex Communications, Inc. 3/2003
Part Number 38110-235 Rev A
Electro-Voice® SbA750 User Manual