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.
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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...
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General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. passive mid-range speaker...
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...
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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.
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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...
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...
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...
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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.
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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...
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.
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...
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°...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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...
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...
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’...
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...
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