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BM5 mkIII – Owner’s manual

Introduction

Introduction your outlet, consult an electrician for


replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Important safety instructions 10. Protect the power cord from being

The lightning flash with an arrow- walked on or pinched particularly at
head symbol within an equilateral plugs, convenience receptacles, and
triangle, is intended to alert the user the point where they exit from the ap-
to the presence of uninsulated paratus.
“dangerous voltage” within the 11.
Only use attachments/accessories
product’s enclosure that may be of spe­cified by the manufacturer.
sufficient magnitude to constitute a 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tri-
risk of electric shock to persons. pod, bracket, or table specified
The exclamation point within an by the manufacturer, or sold with the
equilateral triangle is intended to apparatus. When a cart is used, use
alert the user to the presence of im- caution when moving the cart/appa-
portant operating and maintenance ratus combination to avoid injury from
(servicing) instructions in the litera- tip-over.
ture accompanying the product. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long peri-
1. Read these instructions. ods of time.
2. Keep these instructions. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
3. Heed all warnings. personnel. Servicing is required when
4. Follow all instructions. the apparatus has been damaged in
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. any way, such as power-supply cord
6. Clean only with dry cloth. or plug is damaged, liquid has been
7. Install in accordance with the manufac- spilled or objects have fallen into the
turer’s instructions. apparatus, the apparatus has been ex-
8. Do not install near any heat sourc- posed to rain or moisture, does not op-
es such as radiators, heat registers, erate normally, or has been dropped.
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat. Warning!
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of – To reduce the risk of fire or electrical
the polarized or grounding-type plug. shock, do not expose this equipment
A polarized plug has two blades with to dripping or splashing and ensure
one wider than the other. A grounding that no objects filled with liquids, such
type plug has two blades and a third as vases, are placed on the equipment.
grounding prong. The wide blade or the – This apparatus must be earthed.
third prong are provided for your safe- – Use a three wire grounding type line
ty. If the provided plug does not fit into cord like the one supplied with the
product.

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Introduction Introduction

– Be advised that different operating volt- EMC/EMI


ages require the use of different types This equipment has been tested and found
of line cord and attachment plugs. to comply with the limits for a Class B Dig-
– Always observe the local safety regula- ital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
tions. Ensure that the factory-set pow- rules.
er requirements for the device (refer to These limits are designed to provide rea-
the label on the back of the monitor) sonable protection against harmful inter-
corresponds to the mains supply in ference in residential installations. This
your region. equipment generates, uses and can radi-
– This equipment should be installed ate radio frequency energy and, if not in-
near the socket outlet and disconnec- stalled and used in accordance with the
tion of the device should be easily ac- instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
cessible. ence to radio communications. However,
– To completely disconnect from AC there is no guarantee that interference will
mains, disconnect the power supply not occur in a particular installation. If the
cord from the AC receptacle. equipment does cause harmful interfer-
– The mains plug of the power supply ence to radio or television reception, which
shall remain readily operable. can be determined by turning the equip-
– Do not install in a confined space. ment off an on, the user is encouraged to
– Do not open the unit – risk of electric try to correct the interference by one or
shock inside. more of the following measures.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving an-
Caution: tenna.
You are cautioned that any change or – Increase the separation between the
modifications not expressly approved in equipment and receiver.
this manual could void your authority to – Connect the equipment into an outlet
operate this equipment. on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Service – Consult the dealer or an experienced
– There are no user-serviceable parts in- radio/TV technician for help.
side.
– All service must be performed by qual- For customers in Canada:
ified personnel. This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Cana-
da.

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Introduction Operation

Introduction Break-in time Operation Overview – rear panel


Congratulations on your purchase of the The transducers of your Dynaudio Profes- Correct setup and connections is essential
Dynaudio Professional BM5  mkIII active sional BM5 mkIII will achieve better sound to achieve optimal performance from your
monitor system. With the right care and at- quality after breaking in, especially after monitors. Please follow the instructions on
tention it will provide many years of excel- the first hours of use you may notice a sig- the following pages.
lent and trouble-free audio reproduction. It nificant advance in sound quality, and fur-
is most important, however, that you take ther subtle improvements in subsequent
a few minutes at this early stage of your hours of use.
monitor’s life to read this manual. It con-
tains essential information to help you get
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the best from your new monitors.

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AC 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 60W

1. Power On/Off switch 7. Filter switches


2. AC power Input – High Pass
3. Balanced analog input (XLR) – LF – Low filter setting
4. Unbalanced analog input (RCA) – MF – Mid filter setting
5. Power Mode switch – HF – Hi filter setting
6. Remote 8. Level – Sensitivity switch

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Operation Operation

Setting up used in case you do not use a subwoofer Protection


1/2. Power on/off 6. Remote to assist your monitors. When used with a The BM5 mkIII monitor has several built in
switch / AC power in Usually, active speakers are at max level all subwoofer it is recommended to use either protection systems to reduce the risk of
Before switching on, make sure Mains the time. By connecting the Dynaudio Ex- 60 Hz or 80 Hz filter, thus allowing a higher hazard or damage due to overloading.
Voltage matches your area’s mains voltage ternal Volume control, the volume is con- undistorted sound pressure level. Both power amplifiers have thermal pro-
specification. veniently controllable via the remote. tection. This activates if a problem should
8. Level trim occur, and helps protect both the electron-
3. Balanced analog input 7. Filter switches Use this switch to match the sensitivity of ics and the loudspeaker drivers.
Audio Input is via a fe- LF: This switch controls the bass gain level the BM5 mkIII monitor to your source. The woofer channel has a built in limit-
1:0
male XLR connector. 2 1
2:+ using shelf-type EQ. The level can be set High-output Source: If your source has a er that protects the woofer unit from too
3
3:-
The input is electroni- to +2 dB, 0 dB or -2 dB. high output, set switch to the -10 position much excursion. It works by reducing the
cally balanced with the This filter is used to adjust for the prox- to reduce sensitivity by 10 dB. gain of the circuit when a certain threshold
following connections. The connections imity of boundaries, so if positioned close Low-output source: If your source has a level is reached.
are printed on the rear for easy reference. to wall or corner, use the -2 dB setting. If low output, set switch to the +4 position to
positioned far from walls use the +2 dB or gain 4 dB more sensitivity. Positioning
4. Unbalanced analog input (RCA) 0 position, depending on other equipment, The BM5 mkIII is designed as a precision
Unbalanced Input via RCA. If your audio and personal taste. near-field monitor and can be equally well
source doesn’t have a balanced output, MF: This switch sets a notch filter, used used in both stereo and surround setups.
use the RCA input connection. to compensate for the acoustic effect of a Optimal performance is achieved when
For best results always use only good console. positioned 1 to 3 meters from the listener.
quality screened cables and connectors. Such placement usually results in a re- It can be placed on stands or on the me-
sponse peak in lower midrange. The MF ter bridge of a console provided that the
Switches switch activates a bell shaped notch filter, meter bridge is sufficiently sturdy. For best
On the rear of the monitor you will find six which can compensate. Use either the -2 results, the speakers should be aimed to-
switches for setting up the monitor for op- or the -4 dB setting. Find the setting that wards the listener in both vertical and hor-
timum performance in different acoustic provides the flattest response. izontal planes.
environments. Each switch is explained in HF: This switch controls the Treble level
the following. and it is used to match the high end of
the monitor to your other electronic equip-
5. Power mode switch ment, and your acoustical environment.
ON: The speaker is active and ready to Use the setting providing the preferred
play. timbre. If the sound is too bright; try to
ON/SLEEP: After if no input signal has set to -1  dB to reduce treble by 1  dB. If
been present on the input for 20 minutes the sound is too dull, use +1 dB setting to
the speaker enters the “Sleep” mode and raise the High Pass by 1 dB.
saves power. The speaker is invoked and HP: This switch sets the lower cut-off fre-
ready to play when a signal is present on quency of the monitor. It is used to match
the input again. Wake-up time is approxi- the monitor to a subwoofer. You can se-
mately two seconds. lect between 60 Hz or 80 Hz X-over. Flat is

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Miscellaneous Warranty

Miscellaneous Service Warranty


There are no user serviceable parts inside
Troubleshooting the monitor. If service is required please Dynaudio Professional products are war- Exceptions
If you hear no sound, check your input contact service via: ranted to be free from defects in compo- Dynaudio will always follow the law of the
signal, i.e. by switching the left and right dynaudio.com nents and factory workmanship under nor- respective markets should it differ from the
speakers. mal use and service for a period of two (2) policy stated above or the exceptions stat-
years when bought from a reseller within ed below.
Care the EU. This warranty shall be null and void, if the
Components of the highest quality are Dynaudio Professional products are war- product is subjected to repair work or al-
used in your BM5 mkIII. This assures years ranted to be free from defects in compo- teration by a person or facility other than
of trouble-free operation. Following pre- nents and factory workmanship under nor- those authorized by Dynaudio; mechanical
cautions should still be made though. mal use and service for a period of one (1) damage including shipping accidents; war,
Avoid running the system into severe year when bought from a reseller outside civil insurrection, misuse, abuse, operation
clipping. Although there is an advanced the EU. with incorrect AC voltage, incorrect con-
protection system, you may be able to When failing to perform as specified during nections, wrong accessories, incorrect use
destroy your speakers by severe overpow- the warranty period we will undertake to of accessories, operation with faulty asso-
ering them. The limiter works over a cer- repair, or at our option, replace this prod- ciated equipment, exposure to inclement
tain range, but exceeding this level may uct at no charge to its owner, provided the weather conditions and normal wear and
send a severely clipped signal to your driv- unit is returned undamaged and shipping tear.
ers. When a noticeable distortion occurs, prepaid, to an authorized service facility or Units, on which the serial number has
please turn down the level to your speak- to the factory. been removed or defaced, are not eligible
ers. Dynaudio shall not be responsible for any for warranty service.
Avoid hot-plugging the equipment con- incidental or consequential damages. Dy-
nected to the monitors. Always turn off the naudio’s responsibility is limited to the
speaker and other equipment when plug- product itself. Dynaudio assumes no re-
ging or unplugging signals, or switching sponsibility for any loss due to cancella-
equipment on or off. tion of any events, or rent of replacement
Do not touch the drive units by hand. The equipment or costs due to third party’s or
tweeter especially uses a very fine fabric customer’s loss of profit, or any other indi-
dome with an ultra-thin coating. rect cost or losses however incurred.
Dynaudio reserves the right to make
Options changes or improvements in design or
Companion subwoofers for the Dynaudio manufacturing without assuming any obli-
BM series are the BM9 S II and BM14 S II gation to change or improve products pre-
Precision Subwoofers. Learn more about viously manufactured and / or sold.
these subwoofers at: The product warranty is only valid in the
dynaudio.com country where the product was purchased.

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Technical specifications Notes

Technical specifications Notes


Input level for 85 dB SPL @ 1 m, @ 0 dB setting, 80 mVrms
unbalanced
Max input level (@setting) 4,8 Vrms (-10 dB)
1,5 Vrms (0 dB)
1 Vrms (+4 dB)
Power consumption Standby: 0.3 W
Idle: 5.8 W
Max: 94 W
Amplifier power Tweeter: 50 W
Woofer: 50 W
Max SPL 1 m, normal room, short term IEC signal 118 dB peak
Frequency Response (+/- 3 dB) 42 Hz to 24 kHz
Resonance Frequency 45 Hz
Internal Cabinet Volume 9.5 liters
Bass Principle Bass reflex
Weight 7.7 kg
Dimensions (Depth x Width x Height) 296 x 186 x 320 mm
Crossover 2 way
Crossover Frequency 1900 Hz
Crossover Slope 12 dB/oct
Connection XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced
Recommended Placing Desktop
Remarks
Tweeter D-281 – 28 mm soft dome, rear chamber, magnetic fluid
4 mm aluminum front
Pure aluminum wire voice coil
Woofer 180 mm molded aluminum frame
One piece thermo formed MSP cone
75 mm voice coil with pure aluminum wire on aluminum
former.
Cabinet Designed to be placed on a desk.
18 mm MDF
Crossover Active, DSP based
Amplifier Input sensitivity selector
HF, MF and LF trim selector
High pass frequency selector
Auto standby/On selector
Optional remote volume control (cabled)
High efficiency digital power amplifiers.
Switch mode power supply with wide range input

Due to continuous development, these specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Notes Notes

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Owner’s Manual BM5 mkIII, version 11.16, item no. 455426
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