Apogee APL-10 Specifications

APL-10, APL-12, & APL-SBSELF-POWERED CONCERTSUBWOOFER SYSTEM MANUAL© 2003 Apogee Sound International, LLCSpecifications subject to change without

(2) Voltage RangeThe APL-10, -12, and -SB are manufactured for nominal line voltages of either120V AC or 230V AC.NOTE:The 120V AC model is suitable f

Max. Continuous AmperesAPL-10 / APL-12APL-SBTypical Program Conditions100 / 120V AC19.6 ARMS14 ARMS (OR LESS)9.8 ARMS7 ARMS (OR LESS)240V AC(3) Curre

AWG# 86°F (30°C)104°F (40°C)141210815 A20 A25 A35 A12.3 A16.4 A20.5 A28.7 A6.9 A8.7 A14.5 A20.3 AAmbient TemperatureFor safety reasons, the maximum ra

13#14 AWG, 120V AC #14 AWG, 240V ACLength in Feet 5A 10A 15A 20A Length in Feet 5A 10A 15A 20A25' 0.6% 1.2% 1.8% 2.4% 25' 0.3% 0.6% 0.9% 1.2

It’s useful to note the benefit of operating a powered loudspeaker system athigher voltages (when possible). At 240V AC, current consumption is halfth

(2) Input and Output ConnectorsThe input and output connectors are wired as follows:XLR Pin # FunctionPin 1 Earth & Chassis GroundPin 2 Signal +

nal (unity gain), but with a high-pass filter applied. It is intended to beemployed as a crossover, if desired, for the full-range speakers used withA

are working properly.The LED will illuminate only if the following three con-ditions are met: audio is present at the input connector; the amplifier(s

SLEEP mode greatly extends the life of the components, and reduces powerconsumption at idle. It makes APL-10, -12, and -SB products appropriate forloc

as well as by convection; and secondarily, by a small degree of air movementgenerated by the cone drivers.Because the heat output of the system is dir

2NoticeEvery effort was made to ensure that the information in this guide was complete and accurate at the time ofprinting. However, information is su

Control limiting system.This system comprises three separate layers of pro-tection triggered by an infinite variation of possible program conditions.

(1) OverviewThe APL-10, -12, and -SB can be used in many ways and for many applica-tions. In its simplest form, one APL-10, -12, or -SB placed at eac

rear wall or ceiling (being careful not to restrict air flow to the heat exchang-er), or in a corner.When located by a wall (half space), power output

(3) Configurations of Multiple UnitsWhen APL-10, -12, or -SBs are used in multiples, certain techniques can beapplied to help achieve the desired res

APL-10, -12, and -SBs can also be combined in an L-format (See Figure 8).The L-format exhibits directional control in both axes, and is often the best

(4) Polarity (Phase)The optimum polarity for the APL-10, -12, or -SB subwoofer is a function ofits placement in relation to the full-range speaker(s)

An easy way to determine the best phase relationship is to listen to a low-frequency source while standing in front of the system and have someonechan

Obviously, the phase integrity of the entire signal processing chain must bemaintained for this to occur. Is absolute phase audible? Should you be con

It is vitally important that all hardware used to suspend the APL-10, -12, or-SB be of the highest grade materials and construction.All bolts must be

(7) Using the Built-in Mast FittingModels APL-10, -12, and -SB are all equipped with a built-in stand fitting ontheir top surface. This fitting is de

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makes them highly resistant to water damage.This compound has an impor-tant secondary purpose: the cones will not change mass due to moistureabsorptio

After replacing the driver, power up the speaker system and play some pro-gram material through it before replacing the grille.Verify that the new dri

The system exhibits hum or noisePROBLEMPOWER LED illuminates butaudio is not presentSUGGESTIONS• Check to be sure that the signal feed cable has audio

PIN 2+PIN 3+LIMITSLEEPPOWERSIGNALCAUTIONHAZARDOUS VOLTAGEMAY BE PRESENTINSIDE. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS.REFER SERVICE TOQUALIFIED PERSONNELMADE IN USA

34SpecificationsEnclosure TypeRectangular, optimally-vented bass20° Trapezoidal, optimally-vented bass38 Hz to 100 Hz ± 3 dB(on axis)32 Hz to 100 Hz ±

35120 VAC000000000---------APL-10 SUBWOOFERSERIAL NO.16.000 [406.40]AMPLIFIER PANELHANDLENUTPLATEMAST FITTING[533.40].750 [19.05]21.00022.500 [571.50]

AMPLIFIER PANELNUTPLATEMAST FITTINGREAR VIEW[723.90].750 [19.05]28.500[381.00]15.00014.000 [355.60]22.563 [573.07]9.000 [228.59]24.250 [615.95]44.750

AMPLIFIER PANELNUTPLATEMAST FITTING11.250 [285.74]10.125 [257.18]1.500 [38.10]19.500 [495.29]22.500 [571.50]30.000 [762.00]9.500 [241.30]15.000 [381.0

LIMITED WARRANTYApogee Sound International products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workman-ship, under normal use and service,

English• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the AC mains power cablebefore installing audio cable. Reconnect the power cord only after m

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• Ce haut-parleur contient des circuits haute tension présentant un danger.Ne jamais essayer de le démonter. Il n’y a aucun composant qui puisse êtrer

• No instale el altoparlante en lugares donde haya agua o humedad excesiva.• No deje que en el altoparlante entre agua ni ningún objeto extraño. Nopon

The Conceptof IntegrationWhy a Powered Loudspeaker?Apogee’s powered speaker systems further the company’s original conceptof processor-based loudspeak

• An integrated speaker system is able to use current sensors as well as volt-age sensors (VIProtect™) to provide information to the processor’s prote

(1)AC Power Connector and CableThe APL-10, -12, and -SB use a PowerCon®3-pole AC mains connector fortheir power inlet (see Figure #1). When joined to