dbx PS6 - Manual

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name: dbx Professional Products
Manufacturer’s Address: 8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
declares that the product:
Product name: dbx PS-6
Note: Product name may be suffixed by the EU.
Product option: None
conforms to the following Product Specifications:
Safety: IEC 60065 -01+Amd 1
EMC: EN 55022:2006
EN 55024:1998
FCC Part 15
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC
With regard to Directive 2005/32/EC and EC Regulation 1275/2008 of
17 December 2008, this product is designed, produced, and classified as
Professional Audio Equipment and thus is exempt from this Directive.
Rex C. Reed
Director, Engineering
Signal Processing
8760 S. Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070, USA
Date: April 5, 2013
European Contact: Your local dbx Sales and Service Office or
Harman Professional Inc.
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah
84070 USA
Ph: (801) 566-8800
Fax: (801) 568-7583
Owner’s Manual
PS6
POWER SUPPLY
8760 South Sandy Parkway
Sandy, Utah 84070
PH (801) 566-8800
FAX (801) 566-7005
http://www.dbxpro.com
dbx® is a registered trademark
of Harman
Copyright - Harman
PS6 Owner’s Manual 5031270-A
Printed in USA
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Notice For Customers If Your Unit Is Equipped With A Power Cord.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO A MAINS SOCKET OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE
EARTHING CONNECTION.
The cores in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
GREEN and YELLOW - Earth BLUE - Neutral BROWN - Live
As colours of the cores in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The core which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with
the letter E, or with the earth symbol, or coloured green, or green and yellow.
The core which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black.
The core which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red.
This equipment may require the use of a different line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on
the available power source at installation. If the attachment plug needs to be changed, refer servicing
to qualified service personnel who should refer to the table below. The green/yellow wire shall be
connected directly to the units chassis.
CONDUCTOR
WIRE COLOR
Normal Alt
L LIVE BROWN BLACK
N NEUTRAL BLUE WHITE
E EARTH GND GREEN/YEL GREEN
WARNING: If the ground is defeated, certain fault conditions in the unit or in the system to which it is
connected can result in full line voltage between chassis and earth ground. Severe injury or death can
then result if the chassis and earth ground are touched simultaneously.
U.K. MAINS PLUG WARNING
A molded mains plug that has been cut off from the
cord is unsafe. Discard the mains plug at a suitable
disposal facility.
NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED OR
CUT MAINS PLUG INTO A 13 AMP POWER
SOCKET.
Do not use the mains plug without the fuse cover in
place. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from
your local retailer. Replacement fuses are 13 amps and
MUST be ASTA approved to BS1362.
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and
the Product Specifications noted on the Declaration
of Conformity. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
• this device may not cause harmful
interference, and
• this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Operation of this unit within significant
electromagnetic fields should be avoided.
• use only shielded interconnecting cables.
WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION READ THE FOLLOWING:
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HEED ALL WARNINGS
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUID
AND NO OBJECT FILLED WITH LIQUID, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
CLEAN ONLY WITH A DRY CLOTH.
DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS.
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS,
STOVES, OR OTHER APPARATUS (INCLUDING AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.
ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS/ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR
WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Use only with the cart stand, tripod bracket, or table specified by the manufacture,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
POWER ON/OFF SWITCH: If the equipment has a power switch, the power switch
used in this piece of equipment DOES NOT break the connection from the mains.
MAINS DISCONNECT: The plug shall remain readily operable. For rack-mount or
installation where plug is not accessible, an all-pole mains switch with a contact
separation of at least 3 mm in each pole shall be incorporated into the electrical
installation of the rack or building.
FOR UNITS EQUIPPED WITH EXTERNALLY ACCESSIBLE FUSE RECEPTACLE: Replace fuse
with same type and rating only.
MULTIPLE-INPUT VOLTAGE: This equipment may require the use of a different
line cord, attachment plug, or both, depending on the available power source at
installation. Connect this equipment only to the power source indicated on the
equipment rear panel. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to
qualified service personnel or equivalent.
If connected to 240V supply, a suitable CSA/UL certified power
cord shall be used for this supply.
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a
separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private household in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used
electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar
new one).
For Countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for a correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and
recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.
The following is indicative of low altitude use; do not use
this product above 2000m.
These symbols are internationally accepted symbols that warn of potential hazards with electrical products. The lightning flash means that there are dangerous
voltages present within the unit. The exclamation point indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner’s manual.
These symbols warn that there are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not open the unit. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified personnel. Opening the chassis for any reason will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Do no get the unit wet. If liquid is spilled on the unit, shut it off
immediately and take it to a dealer for service.
Disconnect the unit during storms to prevent damage.
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Support / Service
If you require technical support, contact dbx Technical Support. Be prepared to accurately
describe the problem. Know the serial number of your device–this is printed on a sticker attached
to the chassis. If you have not already taken the time to fill out your warranty registration card
and send it in, please do so now. You may also register online at www.dbxpro.com.
Before you return a product to the factory for service, we recommend you refer to the manual.
Make sure you have correctly followed installation steps and operation procedures. For further
technical assistance or service, please contact our Technical Support Department at (801) 568-
7660 or visit www.dbxpro.com. If you need to return a product to the factory for service, YOU
MUST FIRST CONTACT TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO OBTAIN A RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER.
NO RETURNED PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE FACTORY WITHOUT A RETURN
AUTHORIZATION NUMBER.
Please refer to the Warranty information on the following page, which extends to the first
end-user. After expiration of the warranty, a reasonable charge will be made for parts, labor,
and packing if you choose to use the factory service facility. In all cases, you are responsible
for transportation charges to the factory. dbx will pay return shipping if the unit is still under
warranty.
Use the original packing material if it is available. Mark the package with the name of the shipper
and with these words in red: DELICATE INSTRUMENT, FRAGILE! Insure the package properly. Ship
prepaid, NOT COLLECT. DO NOT SHIP PARCEL POST.
Warranty
1. The warranty registration card that accompanies this product must be mailed within 30 days
after purchase date to validate this warranty. You can also register online at www.dbxpro.
com. Proof-of-purchase is considered to be the responsibility of the consumer. A copy of the
original purchase receipt must be provided for any warranty service.
2. dbx warrants this product, when purchased new from an authorized U.S. dbx dealer and used
solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
and service. This warranty is valid to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable.
3. dbx liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or, at our discretion, replacing
defective materials that show evidence of defect, provided the product is returned to dbx
WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION from the factory, where all parts and labor will be covered up to
a period of two years. A Return Authorization number must first be obtained from dbx. The
company shall not be liable for any consequential damage as a result of the product’s use in
any circuit or assembly.
4. dbx reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon
this product without incurring any obligation to install the same additions or improvements
on products previously manufactured.
5. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and dbx neither assumes
nor authorizes any person to assume on its behalf any obligation or liability in connection
with the sale of this product. In no event shall dbx or its dealers be liable for special or
consequential damages or from any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes
beyond their control.