General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure that they also receive this manual.
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General notes Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. active full-range speaker...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug.
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Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
Features Features Special features of the device: Connections: XLR/1/4" combo socket for signal input, XLR mounting plug for signal output Volume control Switchable low-cut filter to eliminate low frequencies Selectable operating voltage Pole mount flange, 36 mm, on bottom side Rigging points M10 Black textured coating Achat 110 MA...
Installation Installation Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Installation NOTICE! Possible property damage by magnetic fields Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external magnetic field. NOTICE! Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand.
Installation 4.1 Pin assignment You can use XLR and 1/4" plugs with balanced or unbalanced wiring. In the following we will give you an overview of the various possibilities. XLR connections for signal XLR mounting sockets are used for signal inputs. XLR mounting plugs provide the output sig‐ inputs and outputs nals.
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Installation Unbalanced wiring: Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 1/4" socket for signal inputs and Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment for a 1/4" TS phone jack to be used. outputs Unbalanced wiring (1/4" TS plug): Signal Ground, shielding Achat 110 MA...
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Installation Unbalanced wiring (1/4" TRS plug): Signal 2, 3 Ground, shielding Balanced wiring (1/4" TRS plug): 1 (Tip) Positive signal (+) 2 (Ring) Negative signal (–) 3 (Sleeve) Ground, shielding active full-range speaker...
Installation 4.2 Tips on handling speakers We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐ ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements 1 115V / 60Hz ~ 230V / 50Hz Mains voltage selector. Make sure this selector is set correctly for the actual supply voltage at the operating location. Use this switch only when the device is switched off! Use a suitable screwdriver.
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Connections and operating elements 6 VOLUME Volume control. 7 Connection for mains supply voltage IEC chassis connector with fuse holder for operating voltage supply. If this fuse blows, you have to replace it by a new one with same specifications. Before you must disconnect the unit from the mains power.
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Technical specifications Operating voltage supply AC 115 / 230 V , 50/60 Hz Dimensions (B × H × T) 300 mm × 290 mm × 450 mm Weight 13.5 kg Achat 110 MA...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are fed to a recovery.