Martin Audio BlacklineX Powered XP12 User Manual

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connections Power Connection XLR and 1/4" Combo Inputs Mix Out Rear Panel Controls Power Switch LCD Display Speaker Control Loudspeaker Control Power Up Mixer Screen Menu Screen Presets Bluetooth BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 3 Grille Removal Rotating the HF Horn Badge Rotation Wall Mounting Wall Bracket Eye Bolt Mounting Eye Bolts Specifications XP12 XP15 XP118 Technical Drawings XP12 XP15 XP118 Warranty Warranty Statement BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 4: Blacklinex Powered
Introduction BlacklineX Powered Thank you for purchasing a Martin Audio BlacklineX Powered Series system. This series integrates all of Martin Audio’s engineering expertise into easy-to-use, quick-to-deploy, high-powered loudspeakers that bring professional quality sound, top-flight performance and road-worthy durability into the hands of hard-working industry professionals — from musicians, music bars and mobile DJ’s, to corporate AV, House of Worship installations and more.
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions - Read Before Proceeding
It is suggested that you retain the original packaging so that the system can be repacked at a future date if necessary. Please note that Martin Audio and its distributors cannot accept any responsibility for damage to any returned product, through the use of non-approved packaging.
Page 6: Approvals
Do not use this unit if the electrical power cord is frayed or broken. • Do not remove the cover. Removing the cover will expose you to potentially dangerous voltage. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 7: Consignes De Sécurité Importantes - Lire Avant De Commencer
: cordon ou prise d’alimentation endommagé, liquide renversé ou objet tombé à l’intérieur de l’appareil, exposition de l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité, appareil qui ne marche pas normalement ou que l’on a fait tomber. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 9: Xp118
The X118 enclosure is constructed from birch/poplar ply and finished in textured black paint. A perforated steel grille protects the driver, and the enclosure has a 35mm pole-mount fitting in the top surface and two side handles. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 10: Accessories
The fitting in the subwoofers allows use of a mounting pole to elevate one of the full range cabinets on top of the sub without the need for a bully and unsightly tripod stands. Martin Audio also make a distance pole specifically for use with the BlacklineX Powered range.
Page 11: Safety
Eye bolts are strongest along the thread axis. Angling the enclosure will result in an angle pull and it is important to use eye bolts that are safe in these circumstances. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 12: Connections
They are wired as follows, according to standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society): Balanced XLR Output Connector: • Pin 1 – Shield (ground) • Pin 2 – Positive (+ or hot) • Pin 3 – Negative (– or cold) BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 13: Rear Panel Controls
This push-button rotary encoder allows you to access functions such as channel and master level control and metering, application specific voicings & EQ, Bluetooth configuration, set-up functions, and product information. See the chapter on system set up. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 14: Loudspeaker Control
Power Up On power up the screen briefly displays the Martin Audio logo while the processor boots up: It will revert to the mixer screen before returning to whichever screen has been selected as the default, as supplied this will be the mixer screen.
Page 15 Note that when a channel is attenuated all the way down to the lowest level, -30 for inputs 1 & 2, -32 for the Bluetooth input 3 and -infinity for the main output, it will be completely muted and the fader knob will turn red: BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 16: Menu Screen
Like the mixer screen, rotate the speaker control encoder until the icon of the parameter you want to change is illuminated, then push the encoder to enter that icon’s screen. The six icon selectors are as follows: • Presets • Bluetooth • Settings • Lock • Channels BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 17: Presets
As you had done previously, rotate the speaker control encoder until the loudspeaker mode you desire is illuminated, then push to select it. In this example we have selected 'WITH SUB': BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 18: Bluetooth
The Bluetooth connection may disconnect when affected by electrostatic discharge (ESD) or electrical fast transients (EFT). If this occurs, manually reconnect the Bluetooth connection. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 19: Linking
The zone mode setting is your optional loudspeaker setup, ideal for when the loudspeakers are placed in different locations and allows for separate main level controls. BlacklineX Powered loudspeakers in zone mode setting will receive a mono-summed signal. Illuminating and selecting the left-facing arrow returns you to the Settings screen. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 20: Settings
4 digits will give you the option to unlock the speaker. Emergency Unlock If you set up a 4-digit lock code and forget the passcode, please contact your vendor for support. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 22: Protection
When the amplifier cools to a safe operating temperature the switch resets and the amplifier resumes normal operation. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 23: Ac Power
A suspected problem of “poor bass performance” is often caused by a weak mains supply to the amplifiers. Never remove the ground pin on the power cable or any other component of the BlacklineX Powered loudspeaker. This is very dangerous. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 24: Care And Maintenance
Use a dry cloth to clean the cabinets. Only do this when the power is turned off. Avoid getting moisture into any of the openings of the cabinet, particularly where the drivers are located. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 25: Wiring Diagrams
Powered using a balanced XLR for the microphone and a standard ¼” jack cable for the instrument. Level and EQ for the two inputs can be individually adjusted and a good balance between them achieved. The loudspeaker should have the FULL RANGE preset selected. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 26 In addition, a Bluetooth enabled device such as a smart phone can be linked to the first cabinet via Bluetooth and used to play background music between sets or backing tracks for the performer. The loudspeakers should have the FULL RANGE preset selected. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 27 This means that the rest of the system can be set up upon arrival at the venue and broken down after the artists set whilst retaining background music whenever required. The loudspeakers should have the FULL RANGE preset selected. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 28 The XP12 or XP15 should have the WITH SUB preset selected. The XP118 should have the preset selected that matches the full range model being used. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 29: Grille Removal And Horn Rotation
Gently push the handle down. This will ease the grille out of the slot. Tt may have bitten into the paint surface so you just need to make sure it is free to be lifted clear: BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 30: Rotating The Hf Horn
Lift the horn assembly forward, just enough to allow you to rotate it. Turn it through 90° in either direction, line up the holes in the flange with those in the cabinet and replace all eight screws: BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 31: Badge Rotation
Badge Rotation When used in landscape you should rotate the Martin Audio badge on the grille. The badge is spring loaded and very easy to rotate and can only be turned in fixed 90° increments so you will have no problem making sure that it is straight.
Page 32: Wall Mounting
Use appropriate wall fixings suitable for the composition of the wall. These must be of sufficient strength to support the weight of the loudspeaker: BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 33 Make sure that you follow appropriate safety measures if you are working at height such as using a scaffold tower or lifting platform which allows you to safely use both hands for this: BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 34 Once the vertical position is fixed the two horizontal bolts can be tightened. This is best achieved by using a socket set with an extender bar to reach the bolt heads. BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 35: Eye Bolt Mounting
XP118 subwoofer has M10 inserts. Most commonly these are used in conjunction with shouldered eye bolts for suspending the cabinets using appropriately rated chain or steel wire. Martin Audio's HTK00003 (M8) and HTK00004 (M10) are rated for use in flown applications.
Page 36: Specifications
16 x M10 inserts, pole-mount socket, 2 x bar handles, provision for castors DIMENSIONS (W) 530mm x (H) 669mm x (D) 640mm (W) 20.9ins x (H) 26.3ins x (D) 25.2ins WEIGHT 33kg (72.7lbs) BLACKLINEX POWERED USER GUIDE V1.0 Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 40: Warranty
1 year from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period Martin Audio will, at its discretion, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping prepaid, to an authorised Martin Audio service agent or distributor.
Page 41 All information is Copyright © 2019 Martin Audio Ltd. Martin Audio, the Martin Audio logo and Hybrid are registered trademarks of Martin Audio Ltd. in the United Kingdom, United States and other countries; all other Martin Audio trademarks are the property of Martin Audio Ltd.

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Introduction

Series Overview

Accessories

Safety

Connections

Rear Panel Controls

Loudspeaker Control

Protection

AC Power

Care and Maintenance

Wiring Diagrams

Grille Removal and Horn Rotation

Wall Mounting

Eye Bolt Mounting

Specifications

Technical Drawings

Warranty

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