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  • 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

    Instrucciones de Securidad 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: Electrical Warnings

    CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies® could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules. Correct Disposal of this Product This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law.

  • Page 6: Cavo D'alimentazione Ac

    Cavo d'alimentazione AC CAUTELA: Il connettore del cavo d'alimentazione AC fornto in dotazione potrebbe non essere adeguato per le prese di corrente impiegate nell'area in cui il diffusore viene utilizzato. In questo caso, contattare un elettricista qualificato per sostituire la presa di corrente con una dotata di connessione adeguaa. Per il cablaggio, occorre seguire la codifica corretta utilizzata nell'area d'utilizzo.
  • Page 7 Advertencias de suspensión ADVERTENCIA: La suspensión de cualquier cosa, especialmente por encima de las personas, se debe hacer con mucho cuidado. Siempre contratar los servicios de un profesional certificado que está calificado para determinar los requisitos para implementar y para las maniobras de elevación. Sólo las personas con el conocimiento de las técnicas de aparejo de seguridad de hardware adecuada y deben intentar suspender altavoces por encima.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – READ THIS FIRST ............................... 3 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ – À LIRE EN PREMIER ................................3 PRECAUZIONI DI SICUREZZA - DA LEGGERE PER PRIMO ............................... 4 PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD - LEA EST O PRIMERO ..............................4 SICHERHEITSHINWEISE - LESEN SIE DIESEN ABSCHNITT ZUERST ..........................
  • Page 9 Level .................................... 2 0 OptiLogic .................................... 2 0 Voicing .................................... 2 1 Delay .................................... 2 2 Output Check .................................. 2 3 Settings .................................... 2 3 Radius RSX208L Home Screen ............................ 2 4 Radius RSX12 Menus ........................................... 26 Level .................................... 2 6 Crossover .................................... 2 6 Delay .
  • Page 10 Array Quick-Start Guide .............................. 4 0 Troubleshooting ................................. 4 5 Service, Inspection & Maintenance ..................................... 46...

  • Page 11: Radius Series Introduction

    In addition to offering renowned EAW fidelity at any output level, we are confident that RADIUS will drastically change the way you use your sound system, saving you time, effort, money and frustration and delivering superior results. The below chart contrasts the process of getting RADIUS show-ready in comparison to a ‘conventional’sound system, illustrating the tremendous time savings and...

  • Page 12: Functionality And Operation

    Functionality and Operation RSX208L / RSX86 / SX89 / RSX126 / RSX129 Connectors and Controls 1 AC Mains Input Connect to AC mains supply as labeled. 2 AC Mains Loop Through Loop AC Mains for additional RADIUS products. 3 AC Loop Circuit Breaker User Resettable, 12A (115 V), 6A (230 V).

  • Page 13: Ac Mains Connection

    AC Mains Connection Connect the supplied AC mains cord to the Neutrik powerCON® socket on the rear of the RADIUS. The powerCON® system utilizes a locking connector. To lock, twist 1/4 turn clockwise after fully inserting it into the AC MAINS receptacle. Connect the other end to an AC mains supply receptacle, nominally 115 V 60 Hz or 230 V 50 Hz as labeled on the RADIUS.

  • Page 14: Dante A

    The wiring convention is as follows: Pin 1: Shield Pin 2: + / Hot Pin 3: – / Cold *Typically, a RADIUS array or full-range loudspeaker is connected to the VARIABLE HPF output of a RADIUS subwoofer to “split” the work.

  • Page 15: Rsx208L / Rsx12 Walkaround

    EYEBOLTS. The only exception to this is utilizing a flybar and the integral array rigging on the RSX208L or RSX12. Always use EAWmosaic or EAW Resolution to verify the structural integrity of the array you intend to suspend. The ONLY exception to...

  • Page 16: Rsx86 / Rsx89 / Rsx126 / Rsx129 / Rsx18 Walkaround

    RSX86 / RSX89 / RSX126 / RSX129 / RSX18 Walkaround Let’s walk around the other RADIUS Series boxes and take a look at the remaining features of all models.

  • Page 17: Mounting Points (Aka Fly Points And/Or Rigging Points)

    Mounting Points (aka Fly Points and/or Rigging Points) As seen in the images above, the RADIUS RSX12 and RSX18 subwoofers come equipped with eight (8) integrated mounting points. Four are located in each corner on the top of the box and two are on the top corner of each side. The RADIUS RSX86 and RSX89 full- range loudspeakers come equipped with nine (9) integrated mounting points.
  • Page 18 Check to make sure that the support surface (e.g. floor, etc.) has the necessary mechanical characteristics to support the weight of the subwoofer(s) and loudspeaker(s). Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage to the equipment, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Home Screen And Menu Navigation

    Rear Panel Home Screen and Menu Navigation The RADIUS Series Loudspeaker’s LCD Display and DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel are used to monitor the loudspeaker’s status and adjust its DSP settings. Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel to change the highlighted sub-menu or to change parameter values. Press it to select a sub-menu or to enter values.

  • Page 21: Voicing

    In addition, one user-defined profile is available for selection, and can be configured using the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Below, the target response and a brief explanation are provided for each voicing.

  • Page 22: Delay

    User One voicing profile is reserved for the user to define and save for later recall. Using the EAW Mosaic application for iOS, the user can customize the voicing and store it to this profile. Later, loading the User voicing will recall the stored voicing profile.

  • Page 23: Output Check

    Output Check Transducers and amplifier channels can quickly be checked without the need for an external noise generator and any associated cables or test equipment. Individual transducers and amplifier channels can be tested manually or via an automated sequence. Initiating Output Check automatically or manually will cause the loudspeaker to emit pink noise.

  • Page 24: Radius Rsx208L Home Screen

    Certain settings in the loudspeaker can only be accessed via the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Sometimes these settings can be the cause of what appears to be poor performance when the speaker is isolated on the test bench or when compared to other units in inventory. All settings are reset to factory default when the Restore procedure is performed.
  • Page 25 • Right - Automatic Array Detection indicators Up and Down arrows illuminate to indicate that the RSX208L is part of an array and that another RSX208L or RSX12 is present above or below it. White indicates that the RSX208L is part of an array that is ready to be optimized. Green indicates that the RSX208L is part of an array that is currently optimized.

  • Page 26: Radius Rsx12 Menus

    Radius RSX12 Menus Upon power on and initialization of the subwoofer the Main Menu is displayed. Here the user can adjust the RSX12’s output level, alignment delay settings, crossover configuration and user preferences, and initiate a test of the subwoofer’s output. If the Home Screen (see below) is displayed, pressing or turning the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel reveals the Main Menu.

  • Page 27: Settings

    Certain settings in the subwoofer can only be accessed via the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Sometimes these settings can be the cause of what appears to be poor performance when the subwoofer is isolated on the test bench or when compared to other units in inventory. All settings are reset to factory default when the Restore procedure is performed.

  • Page 28: Radius Rsx12 Home Screen

    The About screen provides the user with information about the subwoofer’s current input source, model number, firmware and network address details. Should you ever need to contact the EAW Application Support Group or EAW Service Department for assistance with your subwoofer, you may be asked to provide some of the information presented here.

  • Page 29: Radius Rsx86 / Rsx89 / Rsx126 / Rsx129 Menus

    In addition, one user-defined profile is available for selection, and can be configured using the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Below, the target response and a brief explanation are provided for each voicing.

  • Page 30: Crossover

    User One voicing profile is reserved for the user to define and save for later recall. Using the EAW Mosaic application for iOS, the user can customize the voicing and store it to this profile. Later, loading the User voicing will recall the stored voicing profile.

  • Page 31: Delay

    Selecting Variable allows the user to enter a specific corner frequency to optimize the loudspeaker for use with other subwoofers, or if desired to roll off some of the low frequency output when used without a subwoofer. Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel to highlight Var and then press it.

  • Page 32: Radius Rsx86 / Rsx89 / Rsx126 / Rsx129 Home Screen

    Certain settings in the loudspeaker can only be accessed via the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Sometimes these settings can be the cause of what appears to be poor performance when the speaker is isolated on the test bench or when compared to other units in inventory. All settings are reset to factory default when the Restore procedure is performed.
  • Page 33 • Left - Status “LED” indicator Green indicates that the loudspeaker is online and functioning normally. Red indicates that the amplifier is clipping or that a fault has been detected in the loudspeaker system. • Right – Ethernet Link “LED” indicator o Amber indicates that an Ethernet link has been established between the loudspeaker and a network switch or other Radius loudspeaker.

  • Page 34: Radius Rsx18 Menus

    Radius RSX18 Menus Upon power on and initialization of the subwoofer the Main Menu is displayed. Here the user can adjust the RSX18’s output level, alignment delay settings, crossover configuration and user preferences, setup cardioid mode and initiate a test of the subwoofer’s output. If the Home Screen (see below) is displayed, pressing or turning the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel reveals the Main Menu.

  • Page 35: Settings

    Initiating Output Check automatically or manually will cause the subwoofer to emit pink noise. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Auto: Using the Auto mode, a 2-second burst of pink noise is emitted from the low-frequency transducer.

  • Page 36: Radius Rsx18 Home Screen

    Certain settings in the subwoofer can only be accessed via the EAW Mosaic application for iOS. Sometimes these settings can be the cause of what appears to be poor performance when the subwoofer is isolated on the test bench or when compared to other units in inventory. All settings are reset to factory default when the Restore procedure is performed.

  • Page 37: In Depth With Dante

    In Depth With Dante™ Introduction Dante – Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet – is the de facto standard in digital audio networking, delivering unmatched audio quality, extremely flexible routing and offers significant cost savings compared to traditional analog cable runs. RADIUS Series loudspeakers may be connected to any Dante-enabled audio network.

  • Page 38: Mastering Eawmosaic

    While much of the control is available on the full-color screen and controller on the rear panel of each RADIUS Series speaker, the real power happens when using the EAWmosaic application. The EAW EAWmosaic app helps users set up and configure their RADIUS- based sound systems so they sound as good as possible.

  • Page 39: Device And Download Requirements

    Device and Download Requirements EAWmosaic control software is run on an Apple iPad. EAWmosaic requires at least one (and allows up to 10) iPads running iOS 8 or higher. iPads running anything other than iOS 8 or higher are not supported. EAWmosaic is completely useable offline for design purposes with local file saving.

  • Page 40: Array Quick-Start Guide 4

    Greater throws and consistency are possible by manipulating trim height, array angles and configurations. For any configuration other than those listed here, always use EAWmosaic or EAW Resolution to confirm that the configuration is safe and conforms to the needed design factor (specified by the user).
  • Page 41 Ground-Supported Array, 100-foot Throw When rigging points are not available to an array, RSX208L can be ground-stacked on the flybar to form a very high-output, controlled PA system. For this configuration, it is strongly recommended to elevate the system such that some or all of the RSX208L enclosures are above head-height.
  • Page 42 Flown Array, 100-Foot Throw For this configuration, (4) RSX208L are flown at a height corresponding to a portable stage or crank-up stand. Coverage and SPL is very good to a distance of approximately 100ft/15.6m. Equipment: (1) FBX100 (4) RSX208L per cluster Max Audience Distance: 100 ft/15.6 m Trim Height:...
  • Page 43 Flown Array, 150-foot Throw For this configuration, (6) RSX208L are flown at a height corresponding to a portable stage or crank-up stand. Coverage and SPL is extended, and consistency from front to back is improved due to the larger array’s improved pattern control. Equipment: (1) FBX100 per cluster (6) RSX208L per cluster...
  • Page 44 Flown Array, 200-foot Throw With this configuration, coverage is extended as far as 200 feet while maintaining a low trim height and weight. For yet greater flow, trim height could be increased, or a delay system could be added. The addition of RSX12 subwoofers into the flown array (combined with increased trim height) will further increase low-mid-frequency consistency.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting In the unlikely event of any issues with your RADIUS system, refer to the below symptoms and potential resolutions. If none of these apply, please contact EAW’s Application Support Group for assistance (contact information on next page). Symptom Possible Cause...

  • Page 46: Service, Inspection & Maintenance

    We have attempted to make this manual and the as thorough as possible. However, feel free to contact us with any further questions or comments for topics not covered. Operating Questions EAW Applications Support Group 508-234-6158 x 2 800-992-5013 x 2 (USA only) 508-234-6479 E-mail asg@eaw.com...

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