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Peavey RBN 112 Operating Manual

Peavey RBN 112 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 ™ Powered Speaker System Operating Manual www.peavey.com...
  • Page 2   FCC/ICES Compliancy Statement  This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license‐exempt RSS Standard(s).  Operation is  subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must  accept any interference received, that may cause undesired operation.  Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de  licence.  L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I’appareil ne doit pas produire de  brouillage, et (2) I’utilisateur de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le  brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.    Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Peavey Electronics Corp. can void the  user’s authority to use the equipment.    Note – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against  harmful interference in a residential installation.  This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  interference to radio communications.  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  particular installation.  If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,  which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the  interference by one or more of the following measures.  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is ...
  • Page 3 ENGLISH Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Peavey® RBN™112 powered speaker system. The RBN™112 features a bi-amped power section that provides 1000 watts of peak power for the woofer and 500 watts of peak power for the rib- bon driver tweeter, both with DDT™ compression. Featuring a 12” Neo dual voice coil Scorpion® woofer and the RD™2.6 true ribbon driver, the RBN™112 provides two independent mixed input channels, each with Gain...
  • Page 4 A typical signal source for the line-level inputs of the Peavey RBN™112 would be a sound reinforcement mixing console (mixer) or the output from a CD player, MP3 player or tape deck. A dynamic microphone can be con-...
  • Page 5: On/Off Switch

    WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS APPARATUS SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS. TO PREVENT THE LOWER REAR PANEL RISK OF FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE WITH SAME TYPE 250 VOLT FUSE.
  • Page 6: Voltage Selector Switch

    Please read this guide carefully to ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your equipment. Never break off the ground pin on any equipment. It is provided for your safety. If the outlet used does not have a ground pin, a suitable grounding adapter should be used and the third wire should be grounded properly.
  • Page 7 UPPER REAR PANEL RBN 1 12 POWERED SPEAKER A.D.S.P. Advanced Digital Signal Processing LINE Push to Select SUB WOOFER LIFT Input 1 MEDIA 3.5mm DIRECT THRU PROCESSED INPUTS OUTPUTS XLR: PIN 2 + DIRECT THRU PIN 3 1/4”: TIP + RING 3.5mm: L/R SUMMED INPUTS (5)
  • Page 8 UPPER REAR PANEL button for proper subwoofer set-up and connection. LCD Display (12) Provides a menu read-out manipulated and activated by the Push-To-Select button (13) Push-To-Select button (13) Rotary knob that allow the user to select and choose menu options on the LCD display screen (12). Pushing the button in till it detents makes a menu choice, selecting the action or option highlighted in the LCD screen.
  • Page 9 Bolts used on custom mounting brackets must be certified to be a metric grade 8.8 or better. If there are any questions regarding the proper hardware or practices for safe flying or rigging of the Peavey RBN™112, contact a certified structural engineer, or consult with those local rigging companies who have trained...
  • Page 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Connecting AC Power To The RBN™112 The RBN™112 comes with an 6-foot IEC connection AC power cord. If you are using an extension cord or power strip with this powered speaker, make sure it is of good quality and of a sufficient current capacity to maintain safety and maximize the power output capability of the RBN™112.
  • Page 11 devices. The Channel 2 Gain control adjusts the signal level from all of the channel 2 input connectors. It is pos- sible to use both the combo mic or line input and the 3.5mm input by setting the channel 2 Gain control for the combo input source, and then using the mobile devices headphone volume to adjust its volume.
  • Page 12 er switch has an arc suppression capacitor to help during turn-off, and tends to make a clean disconnect from the AC power, while the power cord IEC connector can make intermittent contact before finally becoming fully disconnected, e.g., as when wiggling the cord. RBN™112 DSP User Control Menu Operation A two-line, 16-character per line LCD and a rotary push-to-select encoder make up the interface for this prod- uct.
  • Page 13 Push Select This is an overview display that is not directly edited. Entering the configuration menu directs the user how to properly set up and connect the system. First Screen displayed after pushing Configure? Use RBN112 with Subwoofer? Yes or No If subwoofer = No: then go to location screen No is the default selection.
  • Page 14 The Processed output sends a subwoofer signal out the processed output. The Hi-pass filter on the RBN™112 woofer is raised to cross-over with the subwoofer processed output at the selected frequency. RBN 112 Location: (configuration submenu) This affects some of the dedicated processing of the woofer to account for boundary surfaces etc.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    If the RBN™112 has been subjected to direct sunlight or excessive heat, the built-in thermal protection may have been triggered. If so, turn off the RBN™112 and let it cool for a sufficient amount of time. If there is still no output, contact your authorized Peavey dealer or the Peavey International Service Center. Hum or Buzz If the RBN™112 is producing a hum or buzz, this can be AC outlet related.
  • Page 16 If, after checking all the things listed to check and anything else you can think of to check safely, and the system still exhibits problems, carefully note all conditions and check with your Peavey dealer for advice. Care and Maintenance Your RBN™112 is a sturdy and durable product and will provide years of reliable use if properly cared for.
  • Page 17 The system shall utilize a Peavey® 12” Neodymium magnet Dual Voice Coil Scorpion® woof- er and a Peavey RD™2.6 true ribbon driver tweeter. The nominal radiation pattern shall be 110° in the horizontal plane, and 30° in the vertical plane.
  • Page 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response: 59 Hz to 20 kHz Low frequency limit (-3 dB point): 59 Hz Usable low frequency limit (-10 dB point): 52 Hz Internal power amplifiers (@120 VAC line): Woofer - 1000 watts peak available power Continuous Power: 500 watts @ less than 1% distortion Tweeter - 500 watts peak available power Continuous Power: 250 watts @ less than 1% distortion.
  • Page 20 DDT dynamic range: Greater than 14 dB THD and IM: Typically less than 0.1 % Damping factor: Greater than 50 @ 1000 Hz, 4 ohms Power requirements of Peavey® RBN™112 system (domestic): Nominal 200 watts, 120 VAC, 60 Hz Fuse Type For 120 VAC USE: International fuse classification T10AH 250V.
  • Page 21 Warranty registration and information for U.S. customers available online at www.peavey.com/warranty or use the QR tag below Features and speci cations subject to change without notice. Peavey Electronics Corporation 5022 Hartley Peavey Drive Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 483-5365 FAX (601) 486-1278 Logo referenced in Directive 2002/96/EC Annex IV (OJ(L)37/38,13.02.03 and defined in EN 50419: 2005...