SEEBURG acoustic line G-Sub-1802-dp Active Subwoofer User Manual
- June 12, 2024
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acoustic line G-Sub-1802-dp Active Subwoofer
User Manual
G Sub 1802 dip
Version 3.4
07.10.2022
Foreword
The G Sub 1802 dp is a multi-functional premium class subwoofer with an
integrated digital amplifier providing 2400 Watt power @ 4 Ohm (AES) and a DSP
controller. The two 18” long-excursion neodymium driver is powered by the
integrated amplifier. Various pre-configured presets and level settings are
available for selection.
The integrated DSP controller is based on the same operating principle as the
stand-alone controllers HDLM 8 and DSP 2.6. A mere 0.8 ms latency (from
analogue input to output) is achieved through the use of a 96 kHz sample rate.
The excellent signal to noise ratio is a further feature of the DSP
controller. Electronic simulation of a transformer balanced input provides
additional protection against hum and buzz caused for example by external
interference. High grade electronic components from the industrial sector and
first-class circuit design result in a robust device with excellent audio
characteristics and minimize disruptive noise.
The default state of the integrated DSP controller is the standard
configuration as described in this manual. Custom presets can be installed by
the user, but must be programmed with the LPI (Loudspeaker Programming
Interface) by the manufacturer. The preset file is a custom audio file which
is simply played into the audio input of the controller. In this manner,
individual configurations can be created, for instance to accommodate the
specific requirements of an installation project. Furthermore, should you ever
be unsure as to the integrity of the DSP configuration of your controller, you
can obtain a fresh default file from SEEBURG acoustic line and re-install the
original factory presets yourself. Efficient and intelligent limiter functions
provide optimal protection without sacrificing any of the potential of the
system.
If you would like further information about SEEBURG acoustic line products, or
have any comments or suggestions regarding this handbook or the product, you
can contact us here:
SEEBURG acoustic line Productions- und Vertriebsgesellschaft mph
Awe 32
89231 Sender
07307 / 9700 – 0
www.seeburg.com
info@seeburg.net
Safety instructions
Acoustic
Even a low input level can result in a sound pressure level at the loudspeaker
which can be damaging to your hearing. Do not remain in close proximity to the
loudspeaker when it is being operated. Use hearing protection. Observe all
relevant Health and Safety and Environmental Protection regulations.
Mechanical
Movable parts and falling objects during installation and de-rigging can cause
serious injury. Observe at all times all relevant Health and Safety
regulations and regulations on the installation and operation of PA systems.
Magnetic und electrical
Loudspeakers generate a magnetic field even without a source of power
connected. This can damage or destroy magnetic storage devices. The Power Con
loop-through connector is under power when the device is in operation. Observe
all relevant safety regulations at all times.
General safety precautions
The installation and de-rigging of this equipment should only be carried out
by appropriately qualified and experienced personnel, and according to all
relevant safety regulations. Find out about the applicable regulations in the
country you work in and comply with the respective regulations.
Do not operate the loudspeaker if you have any doubts about the safety of
doing so, or if the loudspeaker shows any signs of faulty operation. There are
no user serviceable parts inside the device. For repairs, contact your dealer
or a qualified service technician.
The loudspeaker is a class 1 device requiring a 230 V / 50 Hz power connection
with earth contact.
If the loudspeaker is connected to a power source in which the voltage is too
high, a protective mechanism is triggered which reliably safeguards the
amplifier module and DSP. Once triggered, the protection must be renewed by a
qualified service technician.
Never open the housing. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Do not
expose the loudspeaker to rain, and avoid operating in environments below -5°
C or above 40° C. Be aware of the possibility of condensation forming inside
the housing due to rapid changes in temperature. Allow the loudspeaker to
adjust to ambient temperature before operation. Leave the device switched on
if operating in unfavorable conditions.
To prevent overheating, do not operate the loudspeaker in the direct vicinity
of strong heat sources, and avoid direct sunlight. After long periods of
operation, the loudspeaker, particularly metallic components such as the pole
mount and the connector panel, can reach temperatures exceeding 40° C.
Connectors/Indicators
4.1 Connection Panel
4.2 Connectors
XLR connectors (1)
The G Sub 1802 dip should be connected with a standard symmetrically wired XLR
cable. To connect the input signal to further devices, use the male XLR Loop
thru connector. To obtain full power performance from the system, the signal
source should be able to provide a minimum of 6 dBu distortion free output
voltage.
Power Con blue (2)
Power supply input voltage 110-230 VAC. This connector provides the function
of an on-off switch.
After powering on (turn the connector to the right until it locks), the
systems starts up and is ready for use after approximately 3 seconds. Avoid
repeatedly switching the system on and off, particularly when it is operating.
Power Con grey (3)
110-230 VAC loop-through connector. This connector is to be used when multiple
active loud-speakers are to be provided with power from one source. Please
observe carefully the maximum power capacity of the power source.
**** The nominal power consumption of the G Sub 1802 dp under full power is
4.0 A (measured with pink noise, Crest Factor 8). Transient peaks can,
however, cause much higher momentary power drain. Observe carefully the
nominal power consumption when connecting the loudspeaker(s) to the power
source, and observe carefully the cut-off current of the safety circuit
breakers. We recommend using the loudspeaker on power circuits with circuit
breakers with C characteristic.
4.3 Controls
4.4 Status indication
Mute LED:
Lights red when the system is muted (press the Set button in Status Mode), or
in technically critical conditions.
Limit LED:
Lights yellow when the limiter is limiting one or more amplifier channels.
Signal LED:
Lights green when a signal of more than -20 dBu is present. The LED still
lights up when the system is muted.
Power LED:
Lights when the system is powered up.
Operating
5.1 Starting up
When the system is switched on, it retains the settings from the previous
usage. This also applies to the Bank selection. The system is then in the
Status Mode. If the red Mute LED is lit as a result of the previous setting,
no signal will be passed. Pressing the Set button once will un-mute the
system. The Mute LED will go off, and signal will be passed.
5.2 Selecting a bank
The loudspeaker presets are stored in the DSP controller in up to 3 banks. To change banks, press and hold the Mode button whilst the loudspeaker is switched on.
- Press and hold the Mode button.
- Connect the power cable (Power Con blue).
- Corresponding LEDs blink to indicate the chosen bank.
- Release the Mode button.
When the power cable is connected, the level and/or preset LED lamps blink to
indicate which bank is selected. The level LED blinks to indicate the first
bank, the preset LED for the second. The third bank is indicated by both LEDs
blinking.
If only one bank is programmed, there is no possibility to switch the bank.
Bank 1 – Auslieferungszustand | Bank 2 | Bank 3 |
---|---|---|
LP 80Hz | LP 80Hz | – |
LP 100Hz | LP 100Hz | – |
LP 120Hz | LP 120Hz | – |
Switchable Cardioid Mode | Switchable Hyper Cardioid Mode | – |
5.3 Setting level
After switching on and starting up, the G Sub 1802 dp is in Status Mode. Pressing the Mode button once selects the Level Mode, in which you can adjust the output volume in 3 dB steps. Seven different values between +6 dB and -12 dB are available, with 0 dB being the standard setting. The setting is made using the Set button. The green LED above on the left indicates that you are in Level Mode, whereby the four vertically arranged LEDs (now lighting up green) indicate the respectively set value. If two adjacent LEDs light up, the intermediate value of the printed levels is set.
Level setting options
5.4 Recalling presets
After switching on and starting up, the A2 dp is in Status Mode. Pressing the
Mode button twice to selects the Preset Mode. Three different presets can be
called up using the set button. The green LED above on the right indicates
that you are in Preset Mode. The four vertical LEDs show the selected preset
during the selection.
If the lower LED lights up in addition to one of the three LEDs above, the
Cardioid Mode is activated.
The following representations show examples of settings:
5.4.1 Preset Bank 1 – Default Settings
LP 80:
Preset for use with a mid-high system (e.g. Gale C, X8 or A8). The acoustical
cut-off frequency in this preset is 80 Hz.
LP 100:
Preset with a higher cut-off frequency for use with a smaller mid-high system
(e.g. X6 or A6). The acoustical cut-off frequency in this preset is 100 Hz.
LP 120:
Preset with a higher cut-off frequency for use with a smaller mid-high system
(e.g. X2, X4 or GL24). The acoustical cut-off frequency in this preset is 120
Hz.
Cardioid Mode:
The so-called backward attenuation of a subwoofer system (combination of at
least 2x subwoofers) can be significantly increased with a cardioid. The
cardioid function works regardless of the choice of three possible presets.
More details in section 5.7.
5.4.2 Preset Bank 2 – Hype cardioid
LP 80:
Preset for use with a mid-high system (e.g. Gale C, X8 or A8). The acoustical
cut-off frequency in this preset is 80 Hz.
LP 100:
Preset with a higher cut-off frequency for use with a smaller mid-high system
(e.g. X6 or A6). The acoustical cut-off frequency in this preset is 100 Hz.
LP 120:
Preset with a higher cut-off frequency for use with a smaller mid-high system
(e.g. X2 or X4 or GL24). The acoustical cut-off frequency in this preset is
120 Hz.
Hype cardioid-Modus:
The so-called backward attenuation of a subwoofer system (combination of at
least 2x subwoofers) can be significantly increased with a cardioid. The hype
cardioid function works regardless of the choice of three possible presets.
More details in section 5.7.
5.5 Reprogramming of speakers with preset audio files
By default, the built-in DSP controller is in a default configuration state
that conforms to the description in the User Manual. The installation of
special presets on the DSP controller can be done by the user himself, since
only a special preset audio file must be loaded. The programming of these
audio files via the LPI (Loudspeaker Programming Interface) can only be done
by the manufacturer.
The preset is getting installed on the DSP by playing the preset audio file in
the XLR input. This can be done in different ways (MP3 player, smart phone,
PC, CD player, …). Installation via PC is done as follows:
- Use a mini-jack-XLR (stereo) cable to connect the headphone output to the XLR input of the self-powered box. Use only one of the XLR connectors.
- Mute the box by pressing the Set button in Status Mode. The Mute LED lights up. The DSP controller can only receive data in the muted state.
- Make sure your computer’s volume is set to 100%.
- Load the “.wav” file received from SEEBURG acoustic line into a music player.
- Press the play button.
- After a successful programming operation, the Mute LED turns off.
**** It is very important to ensure that the preset audio file is played in single mode. Other music files in the playlist or on the data storage medium will otherwise be played at full volume.
5.6 Locking the buttons
5.7 Cardioid Mode
The Cardioid Mode serves to generate a cardioid response pattern for the
subwoofers. Using this mode, a significant reduction in bass energy emission
to the rear of the system can be achieved. A minimum of 2 subwoofer units is
required. Multiples of three is better. Specialized signal processing creates
controlled interference patterns between the sources, leading to the desired
cancellation to the rear. In order for the interaction between the sources to
function correctly and generate the desired cardioid response, the subwoofer
system must be set up at least 1.5 m away from any bordering surface such as a
wall or solid stage front.
Installation using two subwoofers:
The G Sub 1802 dip that is in Cardioid Mode must be positioned such that the
front of the unit is facing the rear, whilst a second G Sub 1802 dp which is
not in Cardioid Mode faces the front as normal. The level of the rear-facing G
Sub 1802 dp must be reduced by 6 dB compared to the front-facing subwoofer if
the cardio system consists of only two subwoofers.
Note:
Both subwoofers must be set to the same cut-off frequency. The cardioid preset
of rear-facing subwoofer must be activated and the level has to be reduced by
6 dB.
Application example:
Only the rear-facing subwoofer is operated in Cardioid Mode. This applies
regardless of whether the two units are stacked on top of each other or laid
side by side on the ground.
Installation using three subwoofers (recommended):
The performance of the cardioid configuration is better when 3 subwoofers are
used together. The units can be stacked on top of each other or laid side by
side on the ground. If in a stack, the lowest unit should face the rear. If
laid side by side, the middle unit faces the rear.
As in the previous example with two subwoofers, the rearwards facing subwoofer
is operated in Cardioid Mode. The two forwards facing units are operated as
normal without the Cardioid Mode activated (e.g. two G Sub 1802 dp with the
Cardioid Mode not selected). All of the subwoofers in the configuration should
be operating at the same level and with the same cut-off frequency to get the
best result.
Note:
Both subwoofers must be set to the same cut-off frequency. The cardioid preset
of rear-facing subwoofer must be activated.
Application example:
Only the rear-facing subwoofer is operated in Cardioid Mode. This applies
regardless of whether the two units are stacked on top of each other or laid
side by side on the ground.
Technical specifications
Speaker Components | 2 x 18″ Nd (4,5″ VC) |
---|---|
Description | Digitally Powered Bass Extension |
Amp Power | 2400 W AES / 110-230 V |
Rated Current | 4,0 A @ 230 V |
SPL (Peak @ 1m) | 144 dB |
Max. Input Signal | 25 dBu |
DSP | HDLM FPGA Processing 32 bit floating point |
AD / DA | 24 bit / 96 kHz |
Latency | 0,8 ms (analog in to analog out) |
Usable Range (-6dB) | 30 Hz – 200 Hz (-6dB) |
Tuning Frequency Excursion minimum | 36 Hz |
Connectors | Neutral XLR in/out |
Neutral Power Con in/out
Neutral Speak on NL4MP out
Handles| 12 x
Rigging / Fittings| M20 on top and side Wheel board fittings
Weight| 82,5 kg (+ 12 kg wheel board)
Size height x width x depth| 58,0 x 116,0 x 78,0 cm
Order No.| 00640/dip
The technical data sheet and further information about possible applications for the system and available accessories can be downloaded at the following Internet address: https://www.seeburg.net/download_getfile.php?file=downloads/06-Datenblaetter/G-Subwoofer/GSub-1802-dp_Datenblatt_dt.pdf
Declaration of conformity
EG Declaration of conformity
This product
G Sub 1802 dp
confirms to the following EU guidelines, including any additions:
2006/95/EG, Low Voltage
2004/108/EG, Electromagnetic Compatibility
(Locations: Appendix 1, Paragraph 1, a and b)
The following standards have been applied:
DIN EN 60065
DIN EN 55103-1:1996, classes E1 to E4
DIN EN 55103-2:1996, classes E1 to E4
Declared by: Winfried Seaborg, SEEBURG acoustic line GmbH
Place and date: Sender, 01.10.2019
Legally binding sign:
The attachments constitute part of this declaration. This declaration
certifies conformity with the listed guidelines, but does not guarantee any
product characteristics. The safety precautions listed in the product
documentation must be observed.
SEEBURG acoustic line Productions- und Vertriebsgesellschaft mph
Awe 32
89231 Sender
07307 / 9700 – 0
User Manual
All specifications are current at the time of publishing but are subject to
change.
SEEBURG acoustic line
Productions- und Vestries GmbH
Auweg 32
D-089250 Senden-Freudenegg
Fond: +49 (0)7307 97 00- 0
Fax: +49 (0)7307 97 00- 29
www.seeburg.com
info@seeburg.net
References
- SEEBURG acoustic line | Aktuelles
- SEEBURG acoustic line | Aktuelles
- seeburg.net/download_getfile.php?file=downloads/06-Datenblaetter/G-Subwoofer/G-
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