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Nexus Series product (provided it was purchased at make the defective or malfunctioning product an Authorised Void Dealer) that it is free of defects available to Void free and clear of all liens or other in materials and workmanship and that each restrictions.
Undo the four butterfly catches on the transport case then remove the lid making sure the lid is clear before moving sideways • If you need to place the Nexus 6 on a flat surface ensure you use a lint free product to protect the finish •...
Virtual Arc technology ensures that the same experience is had by all that are in the throw of the Nexus 6, wherever they are, due to its wide and controlled dispersion. Total summation of all the components in each passband can also take place within the Nexus 6, allowing for much higher efficiency, greater output and improved reliability due to reduced component stress.
We suggest using the following maximum copper cable lengths to keep level losses below 0.6 dB. 4 Ω load Metric mm Imperial AWG 2.50 mm 13 AWG 18 m 4.00 mm 11 AWG 30 m Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1 Page 10...
5 Cabling and wiring 5.3 Nexus 6 wiring diagram Left 6.5” LF Right 6.5” LF 1+ 1- Left 6.5” LF Right 6.5” LF Left 6.5” LF Right 6.5” LF Left 6.5” LF Right 6.5” LF Left 6.5” LF Right 6.5” LF Left 6.5”...
Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Output Left side 6 x 6.5” Bottom 4 x 1” HF Right side 6 x 6.5 Top 4 x 1” HF speakON +/-1 +/-2 +/-3 +/-4 pins Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1 Page 12...
6 System design 6.1 System design principles Nexus 6 loudspeakers can be arrayed as a single pair facing forward to provide a wide stereo image. Figure 6.1: Nexus 6 pair arrangement For permanent installation, it is recommended to fly the Nexus 6 loudspeakers for more even coverage.
6 System design 6.2 Loudspeaker placement and positioning When deploying Nexus 6 loudspeakers, it is important to consider the speakers’ vertical position to maximise coverage in the vertical axis. Horizontal loudspeaker dispersion figures dictate the coverage of the loudspeaker, left to right, to the -3 dB points.
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Figure 6.5: Multi point loudspeaker arrangement In the horizontal plane rotate the Nexus 6 loudspeaker toward the audience area at an angle such that the centre line of the dispersion from each loudspeaker meets about two thirds of the way towards the rear of the audience area.
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6 System design Avoid directing the Nexus 6 loudspeakers straight forward. This will result in a proportion of the power being directed towards the walls, creating possible reflective issues, as well as causing a gap in coverage at the centre of the audience area.
Do not use a telephone (even if hands-free) while rigging. Always concentrate fully on the rigging operation • Do not rig equipment that is worn, damaged, corroded, mishandled or over-stressed in any way • Use only Void-approved mounting equipment and accessories. Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1 Page 17...
Remove all eight M8 bolts from the rear of the Nexus 6 loudspeaker. Figure 7.2: M8 bolt removal Step 3: Attached the backing plate to the Nexus 6 ensuring that all eight M8 bolts are securely fastened. Figure 7.3: Backing plate attachment Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1...
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At this stage of the mounting procedure it becomes necessary to have three people, two to lift the Nexus 6 loudspeaker and one to attach the bracket. Figure 7.4: Nexus 6 positioning...
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Figure 7.8: M8 bolt loosening Step 9: Adjust the horizontal angle of the Nexus 6 to the desired direction using the angle finder on the top of the bracket assembly. Figure 7.9: Horizontal angle adjustment Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1...
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Secure the M8 bolt on the rear of the bracket assembly but ensure not to over tighten the bolt as it may cause damage to the nut and bracket assembly. Figure 7.10: Securing the horizontal angle Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1 Page 21...
8.2 Shipping and packing considerations • When sending a Void Nexus 6 loudspeaker to an authorised service centre, please write a detailed description of the fault and list any other equipment used in conjunction with the faulty product.
The external dimensions of the enclosure shall be (W) 561 mm x (H) 1266 mm x (D) 430 mm (22.1” x 49.8” x 16.9”). Weight shall be 73.4 kg (161.8 lbs) including stand. The loudspeaker shall be the Void Acoustics Nexus 6. Nexus 6 User Guide V1.1...
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