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- Page 1 CDL-series Constant Directivity Loudspeakers Owner’s Manual ® English www.presonus.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Hookup — 13 Overview — 1 Rear-Panel Connections and Controls — 13 Introduction — 1 Onboard Performance Monitoring — 14 About This Manual — 1 Power — 14 What is in the Box — 2 Connecting Loop-Thru Power — 15 3.3.1 Rigging Accessories (Sold Separately) —... -
Page 5: Overview
Introduction Overview Introduction Thank you for purchasing a PreSonus® CDL-series loudspeaker. The CDL12 utilizes a unique design that takes advantage of Constant Directivity Loudspeaker (CDL) technology by placing eight 2-inch high-frequency drivers in a 20˚ constant curvature vertical array, centered in front of a 12- inch woofer. -
Page 6: What Is In The Box
• CDL Rigging Sling Downloads Once you register your CDL-series loudspeaker at My.PreSonus.com, you will be able to download Worx Control software. This application allows you to connect your CDL-series loudspeaker to a standard LAN network to access presets for arrays containing more than two loudspeakers. -
Page 7: Application And Deployment
CDL12 loudspeakers and the CDL18s Subwoofer. Integrated rigging makes easy and secure box-to-box deployment. When suspending two or more arrayed CDL-series loudspeakers, PreSonus requires the CDL Rigging Grid. This separately sold rigging grid allows the suspension up to (6) CDL12 loudspeakers or up to (5) CDL12 loudspeakers with up to (2) CDL18s subwoofers to be suspended in a vertical array. -
Page 8: Important Safety Instructions
No one should be allowed to pass beneath the loudspeakers during installation. • Do not suspend any other components or loudspeakers from PreSonus CDL-series loudspeakers other than the supported configurations described in this manual. •... -
Page 9: Rigging Instructions
Application and Deployment CDL-series Owner’s Manual Rigging Instructions Rigging Instructions CDL-series loudspeakers feature integrated rigging pins. The integrated rigging pins function the same whether you are attaching CDL12, CDL18s, or the CDL Rigging Grid. Rotate the pin to the forward 90˚. Press the release button to unlock the pin. - Page 10 Application and Deployment CDL-series Owner’s Manual CDL Rigging Extension Bar Installation Instructions CDL Rigging Extension Bar Installation Instructions The CDL Rigging Extension Bar is an optional accessory for the CDL Rigging Grid that provides upward or downward tilt control for any suspended installation that requires it.
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Page 11: Suspending The Cdl Array
The table below shows the maximum suspended loudspeaker load configurations. Deploying loudspeakers that exceed the supported configurations below can lead to serious damage, injury, or death. PreSonus has tested the configurations below for safety. Please note that the structure from which you are suspending any CDL-series loudspeaker array must be able to support that total weight. -
Page 12: Rigging A Cdl12 To A Cdl18S
Application and Deployment CDL-series Owner’s Manual Supported Configurations 2.7.3 Rigging a CDL12 to a CDL18s Note: CDL12 loudspeakers must be mounted to the bottommost CDL18s in a suspended vertical array. A CDL12 can be mounted atop a CDL18s for ground- stacked applications only. -
Page 13: Using The Cdl Rigging Sling With The Cdl Rigging Grid
Application and Deployment CDL-series Owner’s Manual Pole Mounting Options 2.7.6 Using the CDL Rigging Sling with the CDL Rigging Grid WARNING: The CDL Rigging Sling is required on all installations that include 4 or more CDL-series loudspeakers in a vertical array. Additionally, in installations using the CDL Rigging Extension Bar deployed with an upward or downward tilt of 12˚... -
Page 14: Pole Mounting Instructions
Application and Deployment CDL-series Owner’s Manual Pole Mounting Options 2.7.2 Pole Mounting Instructions 1. Select the pole socket angle for your application (0˚ or 10˚). Note: When mounting (2) CDL12 loudspeakers, the 10˚ tilt mount must be utilized. 2. Carefully place one CDL12 on the loudspeaker pole by inserting the pole completely into the pole socket. - Page 15 (1) CDL12 Atop (2) CDL18s WARNING: Maximum pole height from the top of the upper CDL18s to the bottom of the CDL12 cannot exceed 17”. PreSonus recommends the K&M 21334.050.55 Distance Rod. The (2) CDL18s must be rigged to one another. See Section 2.7.4 for instructions.
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Page 16: Ground Stacking
(2) CDL12 Atop (1) CDL18s WARNING: Maximum pole height from the top of the CDL18s to the bottom of the CDL12 cannot exceed 33.5”. PreSonus recommends the K&M 21339.000.55 Crank Stand. The (2) CDL12 must be rigged to one another. See Section 2.3.1 for instructions. -
Page 17: Hookup
Hookup CDL-series Owner’s Manual Rear-Panel Connections and Controls Hookup Rear-Panel Connections and Controls Line Input. This is a balanced XLR connection for line-level input. Use the Line input to connect the loudspeaker to a StudioLive digital mixer or another mixing console, either directly or through the Line out connector on a CDL-series loudspeaker. -
Page 18: Onboard Performance Monitoring
Hookup CDL-series Owner’s Manual Onboard Performance Monitoring Onboard Performance Monitoring Performance Monitoring. These six LEDs display the performance status of the internal amplifier: • TEMP. The LED will illuminate when the internal temperature of the amplifier module has exceeded the recommended operating limit (64˚ C). •... -
Page 19: Connecting Loop-Thru Power
Hookup CDL-series Owner’s Manual Connecting Multiple CDL Loudspeakers 3.3.1 Connecting Loop-Thru Power Begin by inserting the grey powerCON connector on the loop-thru cable into the grey AC Out connection on the power amplifier. Once the cable is fully seated, twist the powerCON connector clockwise to lock it into place. -
Page 20: Networking Overview
Worx Control. Complete instructions for Worx Control can be found in the Worx Control Reference Manual, available at www.presonus.com. Downloading Dante Controller To connect your Dante network, you will need a macOS or Windows computer with an Ethernet port and Audinate’s Dante Controller application. -
Page 21: Technical Information
Technical Information CDL-series Owner’s Manual Specifications Technical Information Specifications 5.1.1 CDL12 Type Active 2-way LF Driver 12” (2.5” Voice Coil) HF Driver 8x 2” (1” Voice Coil) Amplifier Type Class D Total System Power 2000W Peak, 1000W Program (500W RMS) LF Driver Power 1000W Peak, 500W Program (250W RMS) HF Driver Power... -
Page 22: Cdl12
Technical Information CDL-series Owner’s Manual Mechanical Drawings Mechanical Drawings 5.2.1 CDL12 529 mm 193.84 mm 126.84 mm [20.827”] [7.631”] [4.994”] 80° 473.07 mm 325.56 mm [18.625”] 121.20 mm [12.817”] [4.772”] 102.18 mm [4.023”] 80° 446.36 mm [17.573”] CDL18s 5.2.2 610 mm 529 mm [24.016”] 133.98 mm... -
Page 23: Warranty Information
PreSonus-branded products under normal use. This Limited Warranty applies only to hardware products manufactured by or for PreSonus that can be identified by the PreSonus trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them. Exclusions and Limitations This warranty does not cover the following: 1. - Page 24 PreSonus will repair or replace, at our sole and absolute option, products covered by this warranty at no charge for labor or materials. If the product must be shipped to PreSonus for warranty service, the customer must pay the initial shipping charges. PreSonus will pay the return shipping charges.
- Page 25 How Consumer Law Relates To This Warranty How to Get Warranty Service (outside of USA) 1. You must have an active user account with PreSonus and your hardware must be on file with your account. If you do not have an account, please go to: https://my.presonus.com and complete the registration process.
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- Page 28 CDL-series Constant Directivity Loudspeakers Owner’s Manual 18011 Grand Bay Ct. • Baton Rouge, ® Louisiana 70809 USA• 1-225-216-7887 Part# 70-32000089-B www.presonus.com...
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