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  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions - Read This First

    Congratulations on the purchase of your Redline system. The Redline series of products is the result of industry-leading innovation in acoustical and mechanical engineering, executed with meticulous craftsmanship. Please read these instructions to get the maximum performance from your new loudspeaker system. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - READ THIS FIRST Safety Instructions Read and heed all warnings and safety instructions in this manual before using this product.
  • Page 3: Consignes De Sécurité - À Lire En Premier

    Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde fournies dans le manuel des enceintes EAW avant d'utiliser ce produit. Le non-respect de ces consignes et mises en garde peut entraîner des dommages aux équipements et des accidents aux personnes pouvant être fatals.
  • Page 4: Precauciones De Seguridad - Lea Est O Primero

    Lea y observe todos los avisos e instrucciones de seguridad que aparecen en el "Manual de altavoces EAW" adjunto antes de usar este aparato. El no observar esta precaución puede dar lugar a averías en el aparato, daños en las personas o incluso la muerte.
  • Page 5: Fcc Compliance

    FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules (pending). These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Redline™ System Overview ......................... 9 Unpacking ..............................9 Contents ..............................9 Functionality and Operation ........................10 RL12/RL15 Rear Input Panel Connectors and Controls ................ 10 RL18S Subwoofer Rear Input Panel Connectors and Control ............... 11 Audio Connections ..........................12 AC Mains Connection ..........................12 Linking power ............................
  • Page 7 Rotating the horn ..........................18 Creating Symmetrical Monitor Angles (Swapping Amplifier Modules) ..........19 Application Notes ............................20 Flying Redline from threaded mounting points ..................20 Arraying RL12 and RL15 ........................20 Vertical Array ............................20 Horizontal Array ............................ 20 Recommended Accessories ........................20 RL18S Standard Cardioid Configurations ....................
  • Page 8 Operating Temperature ........................30 Service, Inspection & Maintenance ......................30 General Service ............................. 30 Rigging Service ............................30 Routine Maintenance ........................... 30 Internal Electronics and Wiring......................31 Contacting EAW ............................31 Operating Questions ..........................31 Service Information ..........................31 General ..............................31...
  • Page 9: Redline™ System Overview

    Although EAW will help in any way possible, it is always the responsibility of the receiving party to file any shipping damage claim. The carrier will help prepare and file this claim.
  • Page 10: Functionality And Operation

    Functionality and Operation RL12/RL15 Rear Input Panel Connectors and Controls Status LED Indicator for normal and fault status Clip Indicator Indicator for input signal clipping Limit Indicator Indicator for limiting of output signal Signal Presence Indicator Indicator for signal presence ‘Main’...
  • Page 11: Rl18S Subwoofer Rear Input Panel Connectors And Control

    RL18S Subwoofer Rear Input Panel Connectors and Control Status LED Indicator for normal and fault status Clip Indicator Indicator for input signal clipping Limit Indicator Indicator for limiting of output signal Signal Presence Indicator Indicator for signal presence ‘Normal’ voicing selection indicator Indicates Normal voicing is selected ‘Cardioid’...
  • Page 12: Audio Connections

    Audio Connections Analog Audio Connect the output from your line-level signal source to the XLR-3F INPUT connector on the rear panel. This is an electronically balanced input. Users must provide their own XLR cables. The two XLR-type connectors on the rear of each Redline series product, one female and one male, are designed for professional audio signal levels, nominally 0 dBu (= 0.775 V).
  • Page 13: Operating Indicators

    Up to four additional RL12 or RL15’s can be looped in this fashion. Use an AC loop connector to daisy-chain AC mains power from one enclosure to another. The maximum, continuous load must not exceed 12A for the 115V version and 6A for the 230V version.
  • Page 14: Operating Limits

    unacceptable overdrive in the system, reduce the input signal level or damage to the drivers is likely to occur. CAUTION: Electronic limiters cannot provide absolute protection against driver failure. Thus, if limiting is occurring, it is a warning that excessive signal levels are being approached. It is NOT an indication that the loudspeaker is successfully protecting itself.
  • Page 15: Onboard Processing/Voicing

    Onboard Processing/Voicing Voicing Options - RL12, RL15 RL15 and RL12 feature three distinct voicings to accommodate a wide range of applications. To select voicings, simply press the ‘Mode’ button on the back panel until the desired voicing is illuminated. Main Select the ‘Main’...
  • Page 16: Voicing - Rl18S

    Voicing - RL18S The RL18S subwoofer features three distinct voicings to accommodate a wide range of applications. To selection voicings, simply press the ‘Mode’ button until the desired voicing is illuminated. Normal mode provides maximum output performance. Cardioid mode provides low frequency cancellation behind an array of subwoofers and can reduce greatly unwanted low frequency energy from spilling onto a stage.
  • Page 17: Dyno

    DynO™ DynO™ is a revolutionary processing technique that allows EAW Engineers to maximize output from a given amplifier – transducer combination. As opposed to conventional limiting which simply views amplifier output and driver power handling in aggregate (i.e. a driver can handle 100 watts or...
  • Page 18: Redline Application Configurations

    Rotating the horn RL12 and RL15 feature a user rotatable horn, providing exceptional application flexibility and the ability to maintain the 90 x 60 coverage pattern when the speaker is mounted horizontally.
  • Page 19: Creating Symmetrical Monitor Angles (Swapping Amplifier Modules)

    Creating Symmetrical Monitor Angles (Swapping Amplifier Modules) Redline RL12 and RL15 products feature the ability to switch the amplifier to the opposite side of the enclosure to create symmetrical monitor angles for mirror image pairs. To move an amplifier to the opposite side of the loudspeaker 1.
  • Page 20: Application Notes

    The recommendations in this section may not be suitable for particular applications or for the desired sonic results. For assistance in configuring Redline in an array, contact EAW’s Application Support Group. Vertical Array 1. Non-Rotated Horn (90° horizontal coverage): Use a 90°...
  • Page 21: Rl18S Standard Cardioid Configurations

    RL18S Standard Cardioid Configurations The RL18S features push-button cardioid functionality, allowing two or more RL18S subwoofers to be used together in a cardioid configuration. Cardioid functionality is possible in a number of different physical configurations, demonstrated below. These configurations can be scaled by adding equal numbers of front, and back facing subwoofers to achieve cardioid patterns with additional SPL output capabilities.
  • Page 22: Other Cardioid Configurations

    Rigging Redline RL12 and RL15 are intended to be suspended via integral rigging points, or ground-stacked. Redline RL18S is intended to be ground- stacked only. It is the user’s responsibility to determine the viability and safety for alternate methods and implement them accordingly.
  • Page 23: Warnings

    Warnings WARNING: Mounting or overhead suspension of any heavy load can result in serious injury and equipment damage. This work should be done by qualified persons following safe rigging practices in accordance with all applicable safety and construction standards. Such persons must determine the required load ratings and design factors.
  • Page 24: Firmware Update Procedure

    Redline series products are equipped with user upgradable firmware to accommodate future voicing and DSP updates. To update the firmware, please follow the instructions below. Firmware Update on RL12/RL15 1. Disconnect the unit from AC supply and disconnect all analog audio cabling.
  • Page 25: Firmware Update - Rl18S

    Firmware Update - RL18S The firmware update and amplifier removal procedure for the RL18S is identical to that of the RL12/15, with the exception of the Micro USB port, which is located on the side of the amplifier, rather than the top.
  • Page 26: Basic Field Troubleshooting And Repair

    2. Other electronic equipment is clipping: Ensure that no equipment in the signal chain is being overdriven. For example: input(s) or summing bus in the mixing console, equalizers, etc. 3. Driver(s) not working properly: Contact EAW Service for appropriate troubleshooting. Partial Sound (Some Frequency Bands Missing) 1.
  • Page 27: Rigging Problems

    For a more permanent and cosmetically correct appearance, contact the EAW Service Department for the paint specifications or to purchase small quantities for touch-up. For cosmetically damaged wood, use common woodworking methods and materials as appropriate for the damage.
  • Page 28: Powered Loudspeaker Electronics

    See ‘Swapping Amplifier Modules’ above for amplifier replacement instructions. Electrical Warnings AC MAINS SUPPLY WARNING: Read all instruction and cautionary notes concerning electrical power in the EAW Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual. Translations ALIMENTATION SECTEUR ATTENTION: Lisez toutes les instructions et notes de sécurité sur l'alimentation secteur, dans le mode d'emploi de l'enceinte EAW.
  • Page 29: Fuente De Alimentación

    FUENTE DE ALIMENTACIÓN PRECAUCION: Lea todas las instrucciones y advertencias relativas a la corriente eléctrica que aparecen en el manual de altavoces EAW. NETZSTROMVERSORGUNG WARNUNG: Lesen Sie alle Anweisungen und Sicherheitshinweise bezüglich der Netzspannung in der EAW Lautsprecher Bedienungsanleitung. AC Mains Cable The AC mains cables supplied with the Redline products mate with the Neutrik®...
  • Page 30: Netzkabel

    Rigging Service Because of the potential serious consequences and liabilities due to faulty rigging, contact EAW to determine the appropriate service solution for any rigging hardware concerns. Routine Maintenance DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR SERVICE THE POWER PLANT;...
  • Page 31: Internal Electronics And Wiring

    Internal Electronics and Wiring The Redline Amplifier Module is not user-serviceable and must be sent to EAW for repair. In the unlikely event of a failure of any amplifier or processing components, simply remove and replace the entire Amplifier Module with a spare.

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