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1.  SUB 15 Universal 

Introduction

Blue  Sky  is  a  philosophy.  We  design  each  product  to  represent  the  highest 
ratio possible of performance to cost, providing the highest value added to 
our customers.

We will continually seek out opportunities to utilize the talent of the Blue Sky 
team to realize this philosophy. Our customer’s value requirements will always 
be our prime focus, and only those products that achieve our performance 
value ratio will earn the right to carry the Blue Sky logo.

To that end we are proud to introduce the Blue Sky SUB 15 Universal 1000-Watt 
subwoofer. The SUB 15 Universal is a sealed box subwoofer, designed around 
a 15” forward-firing driver with a massive cast aluminum frame, dual 2.5” voice 
coils  -  which  has  almost  2.36”  of  excursion  (peak  to  peak)  and  features  an 
enormous 20+ Lbs. motor structure - total driver weight 36 Lbs. (

see figure 1

 

for a detailed driver cutaway drawing). One of the SUB 15 Universal’s unique 
features  is  a  switchable  low  frequency  response  characteristic,  of  either 
30Hz  to  200Hz  +/-3dB  or,  in  “extended  LF  mode”,  20Hz  to  200Hz  +/-3dB 
(anechoic).  The  extended  mode  is  ideal  for  large  rooms  that  don’t  exhibit 
the  room  gain  phenomenon  of  smaller  sealed  spaces.  In  addition,  the  SUB 
15  Universal  also  has  built-in  2.1  bass  management  electronics  with  both  a 
4th order 80Hz Linkwitz-Riley low-pass filter and a 2nd order 80Hz high-pass 
filter  that  is  compatible  with  the  SAT  12’s  bass-managed  input  and  is  also 
compatible with the SAT 6.5 and SAT 5.  

The  SUB  15  Universal  is  also  the  second  subwoofer  from  Blue  Sky  which 
allows you to add true low frequency extension to your existing nearfield and 
mid-field monitors.  To accomplish this, the SUB 15 Universal includes dual 
independently tunable, state variable, high pass and low pass filters (50hz to 
160Hz) with 4th order slopes.

We  hope  that  this  subwoofer  brings  you  years  of  accurate  and  problem 
free  operation.    We  ask  that  you  take  the  time  to  read  this  manual,  register 
the  product  and  visit  our  website  for  any  updated  information  regarding 
this product.  If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us. 
www.abluesky.com

Thank you for choosing Blue Sky!

2.   Important notes about 

the SUB 15 Universal 
and this Owner’s 
Manual

 

Voltage Selector Switch:

Prior  to  powering  this  unit,  please  confirm  that  the  voltage  selector  switch, 
located  on  the  back  of  the  subwoofer,  has  been  set  to  the  correct  voltage 
setting and that the proper fuse is installed.  If you are unsure of the type of 
power that is supplied to your home / studio, consult your product dealer or 
local power company.  Additionally, the SUB 15 Universal draws a maximum 
of 1600 Watts and this needs be considered when sellecting a proper power 
source.

The Owner’s Manual:

This manual primarily addresses the general features of the SUB 15 Universal, 
along with SUB 15 Universal applications relating to setup and operation with 

non

 Blue Sky nearfield monitors.  For setup information relating to the use of 

this product with Blue Sky’s SAT 12, SAT 6.5 & SAT 5, please read the manual 
that is included with the those specific products.

IMPORTANT, PLEASE NOTE:

 If you are planning to use the SUB 15 Universal 

with Blue Sky’s SAT 12, SAT 6.5 or SAT 5, please set the selector switch on the 
back of the SUB 15 Universal to the “BLUE SKY” setting.   If you are you using the 
SUB 15 Universal with the SAT 5, you will also need to set the 80Hz High Pass 
Filter on the SAT 5 so that it is “OUT” of circuit.

3.   SUB 15 Universal, what 

is included?

The SUB 15 Universal  includes the items listed below.  Please carefully unpack 
each item and inspect the components for damage.  If any part of the system 
has been damaged, please contact the dealer that supplied the product or 
Blue Sky directly.

SUB 15 Universal Inventory:

 
 

SUB 15 Universal 

 

Power Cable

 

Owner’s Manual

 

Warranty Card

Voltage 

Selector Switch

Crossover 

Selector Switch

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Содержание SUB 15 UNIVERSAL

Страница 1: ...Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale NY 11735 www abluesky com Owner s Manual Version 1 9R January 18 2005 Blue Sky SUB 15 Universal 1000 Watt subwoofer with adaptive x over ...

Страница 2: ...up with filter setting instructions _ _ Page 5 5 System Signal Connections _ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 6 6 Expanded Calibration Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _ Page 7 7 A Tour of the Amplifier and I O _ __ __ __ __ _ Page 8 8 Subwoofer Placement Guide _ __ __ __ __ __ _Page 10 9 Technical Information _ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _Page 11 10 SUB 15 Universal Cabinet Dimensions _ __ __ _Page 12 11 Factory Serv...

Страница 3: ... lightning and power line surges 10 OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 11 LIQUID ENTRY Never spill any liquid of any kind on the product 12 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this product yourself Opening or removing covers including any over bottom or side speaker drivers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other ...

Страница 4: ...ubwoofer brings you years of accurate and problem free operation We ask that you take the time to read this manual register the product and visit our website for any updated information regarding this product If you have any questions please don t hesitate to contact us www abluesky com Thank you for choosing Blue Sky 2 Important notes about the SUB 15 Universal and this Owner s Manual Voltage Sel...

Страница 5: ...ring system 10 It is now time to set the Variable Cutoff Frequency on the back of the SUB 15 Universal to best match your monitoring system if you are using the SUB 15 Universal with Blue Sky monitors set the Filter Selector Switch to BLUE SKY and skip to item 11 To determine the proper filter setting on the SUB 15 Universal you first need to know the cutoff frequency of your monitors This can typ...

Страница 6: ...INPUTS ELECTRONICALLY BALANCED Figure 2 The SUB 15 Universal s XLR inputs can handle up to 24dBu of signal level at the input and are compatible with most if not all professional gear Additional adaptor cables can be purchased from most professional audio dealers so that the SUB 15 Universal can be used with other output types TRS RCA etc Figure 3 FLAT POSITION IS ALL SWITCHES DOWN FLAT POSITION I...

Страница 7: ...5 Universal monitors Step 5 Assign the 500 2 5kHz pink noise signal to the left channel only Make sure there is nothing coming from the right channel or any other channels Because this signal is bandwidth limited you don t have to worry about turning the sub off There are two methods of setting the levels A If you have a master monitor level control you can set the sat gain control at reference an...

Страница 8: ...Page 8 7 A Tour of the SUB 15 Universal Amplifier and I O ...

Страница 9: ...TSINK The heatsink provides essential cooling to the amplifier inside the SUB 15 Universal Please ensure that proper air circulation is available for proper cooling 9 SUB GAIN This knob controls the input sensitivity of the subwoofer amplifier only When set to the reference position a 100mV signal at the input equals 90dB output at a meter 10 LF Extension One of the SUB 15 Universal s unique featu...

Страница 10: ...and definition You are not just listening for the most boom but rather where the bass is most accurate and natural sounding Remember because the subwoofer is basically omni directional the best spot for the subwoofer can be next to or even behind the main monitoring area After finding the spot where the subwoofer has the best response in the room place the subwoofer in that location Now listen fro...

Страница 11: ...ltage 115 230 VAC 50 60Hz switchable Wattage 1600 Watts Fuse 115VAC 8A 250 V 5x20mm Time Delay or Slo Blo 230VAC 15A 250 V 5x20mm Time Delay or Slo Blo Amplifier Class D design 1000 Watts RMS into 4 Ohm 1 THD noise at rated power 1kHz XLR balanced input Adjustable gain control Voltage Sensitivity 100mv 90dB SPL 1m Switchable low frequency response characteristic Frequency Resp 30Hz mode 3dB 30Hz t...

Страница 12: ...Page 12 10 SUB 15 Universal Cabinet Dimensions ...

Страница 13: ...e that occurs due to non factory packaging 4 Include a legible note stating your name shipping address no P O boxes daytime phone number RA number and a detailed description of the problem including how it can be duplicated 5 Write the RA number on the top of the carton 6 Ship the product to the address below We recommend United Parcel Service UPS Please insure the product regardless of shipping m...

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Страница 16: ...Blue Sky International 70 Sea Lane Farmingdale NY 11735 www abluesky com ...

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