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  • Page 1 MS 12 active speaker user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 30.10.2017, ID: 415616...
  • Page 3 Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................4 1.1 Further information........................... 5 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 6 Safety instructions............................. 8 Features............................... 13 Installation..............................14 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................15 Connections and controls........................16 Technical specifications........................

  • Page 4: General Information

    General information General information 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.

  • Page 5: Further Information

    General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.

  • Page 6: Notational Conventions

    General information 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. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
  • Page 7 General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos- sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 9 Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or damaged.
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 Safety instructions 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. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
  • Page 12 Safety instructions NOTICE! Danger of short circuit Switching on phantom power will damage the device if unbalanced XLR cables are connected. Only turn on phantom power when exclusively balanced XLR cables are con- nected. active speaker...

  • Page 13: Features

    Features Features 2-way speaker system with active and passive loudspeaker box 12" woofer, 1" tweeter (Neodym) Output power 150 W (RMS) Frequency range 55 Hz … 20 kHz four mono input channels (Line, MIC) with built-in 2-band equalizer and individually switchable FX two stereo input channels (Line) with built-in 2-band equalizer switchable phantom power...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

  • Page 15: 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 16: Connections And Controls

    Connections and controls Connections and controls Control panel active speaker...
  • Page 17 Connections and controls 1 [HF] Equalizer: Control for adjusting the high frequencies of each channel in a range of –15 … +15 db. 2 [LF] Equalizer: Control for adjusting the low frequencies of each channel in a range of –15 … +15 db. 3 [FX] Pushbutton for turning the digital effect for channels CH1 …...
  • Page 18 Connections and controls 6 [LINE] Line inputs of channels CH1 … CH4. Instruments like keyboards, synthesizers or drum machines as well as effects devices can be connected to these inputs. 7 [PHANTOM] Push button to turn the phantom power on / off for the XLR microphone inputs of the CH1 … CH4. The phantom power leads to damage to the device if unbalanced cables are connected.
  • Page 19 Connections and controls 9 [MONITOR] Control to adjust the monitor volume. [EFFECTS] Control to adjust the effect proportion of the output signal. 10 LED indicators: [PW]: Power indicator. This LED lights when the unit is powered and turned on. [DL] … [–20]: Output signal strength indicator 11 [MASTER] Overall output volume control 12 [NORMAL/SPEECH]...
  • Page 20 Connections and controls 14 [7/8] RCA input sockets for connecting an external audio source. [RECORD OUT] RCA output sockets for connecting the device to an external recording device. 15 [5/6] 1/4" input sockets for connecting an external audio source. For mono operation, use the [L (MONO)] socket only. active speaker...
  • Page 21 Connections and controls Rear panel 16 IEC chassis plug for mains connection, with fuse holder. 17 Main switch to turn the device on and off. 18 Output for connecting the external passive speaker box (1/4" phone socket). MS 12...

  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Active speaker Inputs 4 × XLR (mono) 4 × 1/4" phone socket (mono) 1 × pair of 1/4" phone sockets 1 × pair of RCA sockets (L/R) 1 × USB Outputs 1 × pair of 1/4" phone sockets 1 ×...
  • Page 23 Technical specifications Active speaker Sound pressure level (max.) 122 dB Power consumption 50 W Output power 150 W (RMS) Operating supply voltage AC 100/230 V 50/ 60 Hz Fuse 110 V: 5 mm x 20 mm, 1,6 A, 250 V, slow-blow 230 V: 5 mm x 20 mm, 1 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 24 Technical specifications Passive speaker Input 1 × 1/4" phone socket Speakers Two-way system with 1" driver (Neodym) and 12" woofer Frequency range 55 Hz … 20 kHz Crossover frequency 3.5 kHz Sound pressure level (max.) 122 dB Power handling 300 W Dimensions (W ×...

  • Page 25: 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 26 Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter- ference. 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4"...
  • Page 27 Plug and connection assignment Three-pole 1/8" mini phone jack (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground, shielding XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) MS 12...
  • Page 28 Plug and connection assignment RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding active speaker...

  • Page 29: Cleaning

    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.

  • Page 30: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate- rial For the packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
  • Page 31 Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste. Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
  • Page 32 Notes active speaker...
  • Page 33 Notes MS 12...
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  • Page 36 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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