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Instructions cover avoiding electric shock, fire risks, and proper grounding procedures.
Precautions on operating the unit near liquids, heat sources, and during storms.
Guidance on cord protection, wiring, installation inspection, and professional servicing.
Details technical parameters like power input, audio input, consumption, range, outlets, and dimensions.
Step-by-step guide for connection, power-up, and selection of display modes (DOT, AUTO, BAR).
Illustrations showing how to place the dB30 unit on a desk surface using its ears.
Diagrams demonstrating the installation of the dB30 unit into a standard equipment rack.
Instructions cover avoiding electric shock, fire risks, and proper grounding procedures.
Precautions on operating the unit near liquids, heat sources, and during storms.
Guidance on cord protection, wiring, installation inspection, and professional servicing.
Details technical parameters like power input, audio input, consumption, range, outlets, and dimensions.
Step-by-step guide for connection, power-up, and selection of display modes (DOT, AUTO, BAR).
Illustrations showing how to place the dB30 unit on a desk surface using its ears.
Diagrams demonstrating the installation of the dB30 unit into a standard equipment rack.
The Technical Pro dB30 is a professional dB display unit with integrated power outlets, designed to provide visual feedback on audio signal levels while also offering convenient power distribution. This device is ideal for use in various audio setups, including recording studios, live sound environments, and home entertainment systems, where precise monitoring of audio signals and organized power management are crucial.
The primary function of the dB30 is to visually represent audio signal strength through a series of LED indicators. It features a dual-channel display, allowing for independent monitoring of left and right audio channels. The LED array spans a wide dynamic range, from 5dB to 140dB, providing detailed and accurate level metering. This visual feedback helps users identify peak levels, prevent clipping, and ensure optimal signal integrity.
Beyond its display capabilities, the dB30 also acts as a power conditioner and distributor. It includes eight grounded power outlets on the rear panel, allowing users to power multiple audio components or other electronic devices directly from the unit. This feature helps to streamline cable management and consolidate power for an entire audio rack or setup. The voltage supplied by these outlets matches the input voltage of the dB30, ensuring compatibility with connected devices.
The unit also incorporates a USB charger, providing a convenient power source for charging mobile devices or other USB-powered accessories. This adds to the versatility of the dB30, making it a central hub for both audio monitoring and power management.
The dB30 offers several user-friendly features that enhance its functionality and ease of operation.
The dB display is highly configurable, offering three distinct display modes:
Adjustability: The unit features dedicated adjusters for both the left and right channels, allowing users to fine-tune the sensitivity of the dB display to match their specific monitoring needs and the characteristics of the incoming audio signal. This ensures that the display accurately reflects the desired signal range, regardless of the source.
Power Distribution: The eight grounded power outlets on the rear panel provide a reliable and organized power source for connected equipment. Users can power their amplifiers, mixers, effects processors, and other devices directly from the dB30, reducing the need for multiple wall outlets and simplifying power cable routing. The integrated power switch controls all connected outlets, allowing for a single point of power control for the entire setup.
Signal Pass-Through: The dB30 is designed to integrate seamlessly into an existing audio signal chain. It features LINE.IN and LINE.OUT connections, allowing the audio signal to pass through the unit without interruption. This means the dB30 can be inserted between an audio source (such as a mixer or pre-amplifier) and the next device in the signal path (e.g., an amplifier or recording interface) to provide monitoring without altering the audio signal itself. It is crucial that the incoming signal is at a pre-amp level, as the unit is not designed to handle amplified signals directly from an amplifier.
Mounting Options: The dB30 is designed for flexible installation. It can be used as a desktop unit, placed conveniently on any flat surface. Alternatively, it is rack-mountable, allowing for integration into standard 19-inch audio racks. This versatility ensures that the dB30 can fit into various professional and home audio setups, optimizing space and accessibility. The unit comes with "ears" that can be attached for rack mounting, providing a secure and stable installation.
The dB30 is designed for reliable operation with minimal user maintenance, focusing on safety and longevity.
Robust Construction: The unit is built with a durable enclosure, designed to withstand the rigors of regular use in various environments. The internal components are protected, contributing to the device's overall lifespan.
Safety Precautions: The manual emphasizes critical safety guidelines to ensure safe operation and prevent damage to the unit or injury to the user. These include warnings against exposure to rain or moisture, extreme temperatures, and humid areas. It also advises against operating the product near heat sources and recommends cleaning only with a dry cloth.
Electrical Safety: The dB30 incorporates safety features related to electrical connections. Users are instructed to protect all wires from being walked on or pinched and to remove the power cord by holding the plug, not by pulling the cord itself. The importance of proper grounding is highlighted to prevent electrical hazards. The unit's polarized or grounding-type plug is designed for safety, and users are advised not to defeat its purpose.
Professional Servicing: The dB30 is not designed for user-serviceable internal components. In the event of damage or malfunction, users are explicitly instructed not to remove the cover and to refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. This policy ensures that any repairs are performed by trained professionals, maintaining the integrity and safety of the device. Servicing is required if the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a damaged power supply cord or plug, spilled liquids, fallen objects, exposure to rain or moisture, abnormal operation, or if the unit has been dropped.
Installation Guidelines: The manual provides detailed instructions for proper installation, including ensuring all equipment is turned off before wiring, and gradually raising volume and level controls after power-on. It also advises inspecting all hardware, suspension, cabinets, transducers, brackets, and associated equipment for damage before placing, installing, rigging, or suspending any product, and to use only hardware rated for the loading conditions. Consulting a licensed, Professional Engineer for physical equipment installation is recommended to ensure compliance with local, state, and national regulations.
By combining comprehensive audio level monitoring with integrated power distribution and robust safety features, the Technical Pro dB30 serves as a valuable and reliable component in any professional or enthusiast audio setup.
General| Power Output | 30W RMS |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 10k Ohms |
| Type | Studio Monitor |
| Tweeter Size | 1 inch |
| Frequency Response | 20kHz |
| Input Types | RCA |
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