1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 12 Starting up..............................13 Connections and controls........................15 Playback via Bluetooth......................... 23 Technical specifications........................24 Plug and connection assignment....................30 Cleaning............................... 34 Protecting the environment......................35 PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
General notes General notes This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms. Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
General notes 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. Displays Texts and values displayed on the device are marked by quotation marks and italics. Examples: ‘24ch’...
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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. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – danger zone. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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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Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐ tered electrician. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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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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Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user. Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
Features Features The mobile PA system is characterized by the following features: active 2-way speaker box for PA and DJ application maximum output power 240 W, 320 W or 600 W (depending on the model) 8", 10" or 12" woofer (depending on the model) 1"...
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. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Starting up The unit can be mounted on a tripod or set up on the floor or a sufficiently sized and stable surface, e.g. a wall bracket. active 2 way speaker...
Connections and controls Connections and controls Model PL 108 A PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Connections and controls Model PL 110 A active 2 way speaker...
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Connections and controls Model PL 112 A 1 Display of the built-in media player. 2 SD card slot. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Connections and controls 3 USB port. 4 Selection and control buttons of the built-in media player: [MODE] Press this button to select an audio source: SD card, USB input or Bluetooth port. The active source is shown on the display. Play / Pause button to start / stop track playback.
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Backward button. Press this button briefly to skip to the previous track. Keep this button pressed to search backward for a specific part of the current track. + | V–] Buttons to increase or decrease the volume of the internal MP3 player (only PL 112 A). PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Switch button. Press this button to select an audio source directly: SD card, USB input (only PL 112 A). 5 [MIC] 3-pin balanced XLR input socket to connect a microphone (PL 108 A and PL 110 A). [MIC IN 1] | [MIC IN 2] Input channel 1 and 2, each with a 3-pin XLR balanced input socket for connecting a microphone and a 1/4"...
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Line input. RCA input sockets to connect an external audio device (mixer, CD or MP3 player). [AUX OUT] Line output. RCA output sockets to connect active speakers. The sum signal of all input sources is present here. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Connections and controls 13 [AUX MP3 VOL] (PL 108 A and PL 110 A) [LEVEL] (PL 112 A) Volume control. Use this control to adjust the volume of the LINE input signal. 14 Lockable NL4 chassis connector output for connecting an additional passive speaker box.
The display shows the message ‘BT CONNECTING’ . You can then play the music files stored in the Bluetooth device. Use the buttons of the built-in player for control. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Power consumption 140 W Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 438 mm × 295 mm × 245 mm Weight 5.2 kg PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Technical specifications PL 110 A Inputs 1 × RCA socket pair, stereo 1 × 3-pin XLR socket, balanced Outputs 1 × RCA socket pair, stereo 1 × NL4 Speakers Two-way system with 1" compression driver and 10" woofer Max. sound pressure level 109 dB Frequency range 80 Hz …...
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Power consumption 160 W Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 545 mm × 360 mm × 295 mm Weight 7.8 kg PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Power consumption 250 W Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 630 mm × 420 mm × 342 mm Weight 11.5 kg PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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’...
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The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding active 2 way speaker...
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NL4 mounting connectors 1, + Signal 1 (in phase) 1, – Signal 1 (180 degree phase shift) 2, + Signal 2 (in phase) 2, – Signal 2 (180 degree phase shift) PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
Cleaning Cleaning Device components Clean the device components that are accessible from the outside regularly. The cleaning fre‐ quency depends on the operating environment: damp, smoky or particularly dirty environ‐ ments can cause greater accumulation of dirt on the device components. Clean with a dry soft cloth.
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. PL 108 A / 110 A / 112 A...
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