DAP DRX-18BA
DAP Audio DRX-18BA Active Subwoofer User Manual
Model: DRX-18BA (D3647)
1. Уводзіны
Дзякуй за пакупкуasing the DAP Audio DRX-18BA Active Subwoofer. This powerful 18-inch active subwoofer is designed to deliver robust low-frequency sound reinforcement for various professional audio applications. To ensure optimal performance, longevity, and safe operation, please read this manual thoroughly before setup and use. Keep this manual for future reference.
2. Інструкцыі па тэхніцы бяспекі
Заўсёды выконвайце наступныя меры бяспекі, каб пазбегнуць паражэння электрычным токам, пажару або траўмаў.
- крыніца харчавання: Connect the unit only to a grounded mains socket with the correct voltage (110-120V or 220-240V AC, 50/60Hz) as indicated on the unit.
- Зазямленне: Ensure the power cord's grounding pin is always connected. Do not defeat the grounding purpose.
- Вільготнасць: Не падвяргайце прыладу ўздзеянню дажджу або вільгаці. Не стаўце на прыладу прадметы, напоўненыя вадкасцямі, напрыклад, вазы.
- Вентыляцыя: Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not block ventilation openings. Maintain a minimum distance of 10 cm (4 inches) from walls or other objects.
- Цяпло: Не размяшчайце прыладу побач з крыніцамі цяпла, такімі як радыятары, абагравальнікі, пліты або іншыя прыборы (у тым ліку ampLifiers), якія вырабляюць цяпло.
- Кабелі: Абараняйце шнуры харчавання ад наступання на іх або іх заціскання, асабліва каля вілак, разетак і месца іх выхаду з прылады.
- Абслугоўванне: Звяртайцеся да кваліфікаванага абслугоўваючага персаналу. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне патрабуецца, калі прылада была пашкоджана якім-небудзь чынам, напрыклад, пашкоджаны шнур сілкавання або вілка, была праліта вадкасць або ў прыладу ўпалі прадметы, прылада падвяргалася ўздзеянню дажджу або вільгаці, не працуе належным чынам , або быў адкінуты.
- Вага: The unit is heavy (approximately 36.72 kg). Use proper lifting techniques or assistance when moving to prevent injury.
- Размяшчэнне: Place the subwoofer on a stable, level surface capable of supporting its weight.
3. Настройка
3.1 Распакаванне
Carefully remove the subwoofer from its packaging. Inspect the unit for any signs of damage that may have occurred during transit. Retain the original packaging for future transport or storage.
3.2 Фізічнае размяшчэнне
Position the subwoofer on a firm, level surface. For optimal bass response, consider placing the subwoofer in a corner or near a wall. Ensure there is sufficient space around the unit for proper ventilation, especially around the rear panel where the amplifier and cooling fan are located.

Малюнак 3.2.1: Пярэдняя і бакавая часткі view of the DAP Audio DRX-18BA Active Subwoofer, showing its robust enclosure and integrated handles.
3.3 Злучэнні
Before making any connections, ensure the subwoofer's power switch is in the OFF position and the volume control is set to minimum.
- Аўдыё ўваход: Connect your audio source (e.g., mixer, audio interface) to the subwoofer's input connectors. The DRX-18BA features XLR Combo Female Left and XLR Female Right input connectors. Use balanced XLR cables for best performance.
- Аўдыявыхад: Use the 2 XLR Male L/R output connectors to link the subwoofer to full-range loudspeakers or other audio equipment. These outputs typically pass through the input signal, often with a high-pass filter applied if the HPF bypass is not engaged.
- Падключэнне сілкавання: Once all audio connections are made, connect the supplied power cable to the AC IN socket on the rear panel and then to a suitable grounded mains outlet.

Figure 3.3.1: Rear panel of the DAP Audio DRX-18BA Active Subwoofer, showing the input/output connectors, controls, and cooling fan.
4. Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі
4.1 Элементы кіравання і індыкатары
- Аб'ём: Adjusts the overall output level of the subwoofer. Start with this control at minimum and gradually increase to the desired level.
- Выключальнік сілкавання: Turns the subwoofer ON or OFF. Always turn on the subwoofer last in your audio chain and turn it off first.
- Наземны ліфт: Helps eliminate hum or buzz caused by ground loops. Engage this switch if you experience such noise.
- Фаза: Reverses the phase of the subwoofer's output (0° or 180°). Adjust this to achieve optimal acoustic alignment with your full-range speakers, ensuring the bass frequencies are in phase.
- HPF Bypass: Engages or bypasses the internal High-Pass Filter (HPF). When engaged, the HPF typically filters out frequencies below 800 Hz from the output signal sent to linked full-range speakers.
- Індыкатар харчавання: Illuminates when the unit is powered ON.
- Індыкатар кліпа: Illuminates when the input signal is too high, causing distortion. If this light flashes frequently or stays lit, reduce the input volume from your source or the subwoofer's volume control.
4.2 Асноўныя аперацыі
- Пераканайцеся, што ўсе злучэнні надзейныя і правільныя.
- Set the subwoofer's Volume control to its minimum position.
- Turn on your audio source and any connected full-range speakers.
- Flip the Power switch on the DRX-18BA to the ON position. The Power indicator should illuminate.
- Gradually increase the Volume control on the subwoofer until the desired bass level is achieved.
- Monitor the Clip indicator. If it flashes excessively, reduce the input signal level or the subwoofer's volume.
- Adjust the Phase switch to find the setting that provides the most coherent and impactful bass response in your listening environment.
- When finished, turn off the subwoofer first, then your full-range speakers and audio source.
5. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and reliable operation of your subwoofer.
- Уборка: Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe down the exterior. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or waxes.
- Вентыляцыя: Regularly check that the ventilation openings and the cooling fan on the rear panel are free from dust and debris. Use a soft brush or compressed air to clear any blockages.
- захоўванне: If storing the unit for an extended period, place it in its original packaging in a dry, temperature-controlled environment.
- агляд: Periodically inspect the power cord and audio cables for any signs of damage. Replace damaged cables immediately.
6. Выпраўленне непаладак
If you encounter issues with your DRX-18BA subwoofer, refer to the following common problems and solutions.
| праблема | Магчымая прычына | Рашэнне |
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| Няма выхаду гуку |
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| Distorted sound / Clip light on |
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| Шум або гул |
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If the problem persists after trying these solutions, contact qualified service personnel or your dealer for assistance.
7. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі
| Тып сістэмы | Актыўны сабвуфер |
| Бесперапынная магутнасць | 700 Вт |
| Частотная характарыстыка (-6 дБ) | 40 Гц - 20 000 Гц |
| SPL (1 Вт/1 М) | 98 dB / 126 dB (Max) |
| НЧ-дынамік | 18" / 3" Voice Coil with Ventilation |
| Уваходныя раздымы | XLR Combo Female Left, XLR Female Right |
| выходныя раздымы | 2 x XLR Male L/R |
| Узровень уводу | 0 дб |
| Элементы кіравання | Volume, Power, Ground Lift, Phase, HPF Bypass |
| Паказчыкі | Магутнасць, кліп |
| Электразабеспячэнне | 110-120 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Будаўніцтва | Plywood, Scratch-Resistant Black Finish |
| Полюсная гара | 2 x Standard 35 mm Metal |
| Памеры (В х Ш х Г) | 535 х 661 х 515 мм |
| Вага нета | 36.72 кг |
8. Гарантыя і падтрымка
For warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or contact your local DAP Audio dealer. For technical support or service inquiries, please contact the authorized DAP Audio service center in your region. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims.
You can find more information and contact details on the official DAP Audio webсайт: www.dap-audio.com
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