thomann Achat 208 HL User Manual

thomann Achat 208 HL User Manual

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  • Page 1 Achat 208 HL / 208 HR passive mid-range speaker user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 04.03.2015, ID: 283313...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installation..............................11 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................14 4.2 Hanging the speaker box ......................15 4.3 Connections............................16 4.4 Setup options............................ 18 Technical data............................23 Plug and connection assignment....................24 Protecting the environment......................25 Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 4: General Notes

    General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on 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 other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
  • Page 5 NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 6 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. passive mid-range speaker...
  • Page 7: Safety Notes

    Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 8 Safety notes WARNING! Hearing damage These devices can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or perma‐ nent hearing impairment in a short period of time. Set up the devices so that no persons can stay in their immediate vicinity. The devices must not be used as stage monitors.
  • Page 9 Safety notes 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. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 10: Features

    Features Features Special features of this device: 2 × horn-loaded 8" mid-frequency transducers and 1 × 1.4" high-frequency driver 2 × NL4 connections (1+, 1-) Flying tracks on top and bottom Black textured coating M10 thread for speaker tripod mounting flange Handles Link Bar for coupling two Achat 208 H speakers (option) Adapter plate for stacking on top of Achat 115SUB, Achat 118, TP 118/800 and TP...
  • Page 11: Installation

    Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment, such as a safety cable or a safety chain. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 12 Installation WARNING! Hearing damage These devices can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or perma‐ nent hearing impairment in a short period of time. Set up the devices so that no persons can stay in their immediate vicinity. The devices must not be used as stage monitors.
  • Page 13 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. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 14: Tips On Handling Speakers

    Installation 4.1 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.
  • Page 15: Hanging The Speaker Box

    Aeroquip or fly tracks. In these tracks safety eyelets (double studs) can be screwed or latched. Check the secure connection of the safety eyelets with the box carefully, before you use it in ‘flying mode’. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 16: Connections

    Installation 4.3 Connections passive mid-range speaker...
  • Page 17 Installation 1, 2 NL4 connections wired in parallel (1+,1– through-connected and assigned; 2+, 2– through-connected and not assigned) Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 18: Setup Options

    Installation 4.4 Setup options The Achat 208 HL (left-hand version) and the Achat 208 HR (right-hand version) are always operated in pairs. The side where the horn is located is marked with a grooved line and with "AIM". When viewed from the front, the grooved line shows the vertical orientation of the horn (8°...
  • Page 19 Installation Single setup at both sides of the stage 1 Grooved line marks the side where the horn is located 2 Adapter plate Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 20 Installation Single setup at both sides and in the centre of the stage 2 Adapter plate When you spread the two centre loudspeakers by approximately 10 cm, you will get a more even acoustic diffusion (about 100° horizontally). When the box walls of the the two centre loudspeakers are located directly to one another, maximum coupling with a high concentration of the medium frequencies is achieved.
  • Page 21 Installation Double block at both sides of the stage 2 Adapter plate 3 Link Bars for coupling two Achat 208 Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 22 Installation Quad block at both sides of the The highest range is achieved with this setup. stage 2 Adapter plate 3 Link Bars for coupling two Achat 208 passive mid-range speaker...
  • Page 23: Technical Data

    Frequency range 150 Hz … 20 kHz (–3 dB) Dispersion (V × H) 60° × 40° (mid-range transducers) Dimensions (W × H × D) 435 mm × 670 mm × 475 mm Weight 36 kg Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 24: Plug And Connection Assignment

    Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
  • Page 25: Protecting The Environment

    Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. Achat 208 HL / 208 HR...
  • Page 26 Notes passive mid-range speaker...
  • Page 28 Musikhaus Thomann · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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