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1. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................ 22
WELCOME! ................................................................................................................................ 22
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 22
USER REFERENCE ....................................................................................................................... 22
MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTICAL FEATURES ............................................................................ 23
DIMENSIONS ........................................................................................................................ 23
SOUND COVERAGE ............................................................................................................. 23
FEATURES OF THE AMPLIFIER AND CONTROL SECTIONS ....................................................... 24
INPUT, OUTPUT, RDNET AND CONTROL SECTION ............................................................. 25
POWER SUPPLY UNIT SECTION ........................................................................................... 26
2. FIRST POWER-UP .......................................................................................................................... 27
PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................................. 27
USE ............................................................................................................................................. 27
INPUT CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................... 27
POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION............................................................................................ 28
CONNECTING THE OUTPUTS OF MULTIPLE SPEAKERS (audio daisy chain) .................... 28
CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY OF MULTIPLE SPEAKERS ........................................... 28
3. REMOTE CONTROL AND RDNET CONNECTION ....................................................................... 29
4. USAGE EXAMPLES ........................................................................................................................ 30
BRACKETS................................................................................................................................... 30
WEDGE (MONITORING) USE .................................................................................................... 31
5. ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................ 32
6. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................... 33
7. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 34
GENERAL .............................................................................................................................. 34
ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................. 34
AMPLIFIER ............................................................................................................................ 34
PROCESSOR.......................................................................................................................... 35
USER INTERFACE .................................................................................................................. 35
INPUTS & OUTPUTS ............................................................................................................. 35
POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS (ABSORPTION / INSTALLATION) ................................... 35
DIMENSIONS ........................................................................................................................ 36
VIO X10 - VIO X12 - VIOX15
Cod. 420120280 REV. 0.1
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
English TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMATION ......................22 WELCOME! ..........................22 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....................... 22 USER REFERENCE ........................22 MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTICAL FEATURES ................23 DIMENSIONS ........................23 SOUND COVERAGE ......................23 FEATURES OF THE AMPLIFIER AND CONTROL SECTIONS ............24 INPUT, OUTPUT, RDNET AND CONTROL SECTION ............. -
Page 2: General Information
1. GENERAL INFORMATION WELCOME! Thanks for purchasing a product designed and developed in Italy by dBTechnologies! This ergonomic and versatile active speaker is the result of a long experience in the sound reinforcement industry, making use of optimized sound, electronic and material research solutions. -
Page 3: Mechanical And Acoustical Features
MECHANICAL AND ACOUSTICAL FEATURES DIMENSIONS The VIO X series has been designed with the intent to optimise weight and dimensions. The cabinet is light but resistant, and features 2 handles, one on the side or one at the top, for easy handling. -
Page 4: Features Of The Amplifier And Control Sections
English FEATURES OF THE AMPLIFIER AND CONTROL SECTIONS DIGIPRO G3 amplifier can deliver 900 W RMS for all the 3 models. The system is silent and does not require a fan cooling. The system is controlled by a dedicated powerful DSP that manages the different parameters. -
Page 5: Input, Output, Rdnet And Control Section
English INPUT, OUTPUT, RDNET AND CONTROL SECTION 1. INPUT AND OUTPUT LINK (“Balanced audio”) Input and output compatible with balanced XLR cables. In particular, "Input" is used to connect with the audio signal coming from the mixer or from another loudspeaker, "Output Link"... -
Page 6: Power Supply Unit Section
English POWER SUPPLY UNIT SECTION 9. “MAINS INPUT” POWER CONNECTOR Compatible with powerCON TRUE1 connector, the power supply features an auto-range function. It automatically recognises the voltage within the range [100-120V~] or [220-240V~]. 10. “MAINS LINK” POWER DAISY CHAIN Compatible with powerCON TRUE1 connector for power daisy chain to other speakers. To find the maximum number of modules that can be connected in a re-linked system, see the TECHNICAL section SPECIFICATIONS... -
Page 7: First Power-Up
English 2. FIRST POWER-UP PACKAGE CONTENTS Check that the package content of the VIO X loudspeaker is complete. The package contains: • VIO X speaker • power cable • quick start user manual and warranty documents • 1 fuse INPUT CONNECTIONS MIXER / LINE MICROPHONE It is possible to connect 1 input in the input and control section at the back of the speaker. -
Page 8: Power Supply Connection
English POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION POWER SUPPLY CONNECTING THE OUTPUTS OF MULTIPLE SPEAKERS (audio daisy chain) CABLE WITH XLR CONNECTORS LINK - OUTPUT LINK - INPUT AUDIO INPUT FIRST SPEAKER SECOND SPEAKER It is possible to link an audio signal by connecting the Output Link to the Input of a second VIO X. In the second speaker, Audio Input Sensitivity must be set to “Line”. -
Page 9: Remote Control And Rdnet Connection
English 3. REMOTE CONTROL AND RDNET CONNECTION NETWORK CABLE PC/MAC RDNET CONTROL 2/8 • All speaker parameters can be adjusted with the remote control, once the RDNet connections have been properly made, using the free AURORA NET software (in Beta version at the date of release of this manual). -
Page 10: Usage Examples
English 4. USAGE EXAMPLES • Types of installation other than those here described are not allowed. • Never use the handles to suspend the speaker • Always check that the positioning is stable and that the installation does not pose a danger to people, animals or property. -
Page 11: Wedge (Monitoring) Use
English WEDGE (MONITORING) USE The VIO X series speakers can be used as monitors for live contests. In this case, lay them horizontally on the tilted side. Be reminded of the sound coverage features reported in the relevant section. Use the suitable DSP settings as indicated in the "DSP preset"... -
Page 12: Accessories
VERTICAL BRACKETS WARNING • Never suspend the speaker from the handles! Please read the corresponding manuals for more details. For all updates on accessories, refer to the website www.dbtechnologies.com VIO X10 - VIO X12 - VIOX15 Cod. 420120280 REV. 0.1... -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
English 6. TROUBLESHOOTING The loudspeaker will not turn on: 1. Check that power supply is present upstream of the installation. 2. Ensure that the power supply cable is properly plugged in. The speaker turns on but produces no sound: 1. Check that the input connection of the audio signal is correctly performed. 2. -
Page 14: Specifications
English 7. SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Type: 2-way active professional speaker ACOUSTICAL SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response [-10dB]: 73- 21.4 kHz (X10) / 62 - 22 kHz (X12) / 55 -22kHz (X15) Frequency response [-6dB]: 82- 20 kHz (X10) / 79 - 21 kHz (X12) / 72 -21kHz (X15) Max SPL: 130 dB (X10) / 132 dB (X12) / 133.5 (X15) HF voice coil:... -
Page 15: Processor
English RMS amplifier power: 900 W Peak power: 1800 W PROCESSOR Internal controller: 28/56-bit DSP A/D D/A converter: 24 bit/48 kHz Limiter: Peak, RMS, Thermal USER INTERFACE Controls: Input switch and level, DSP preset rotary INPUTS & OUTPUTS Inputs: 1 balanced audio input (with Line/Mic selection), 1 RDNet input 1x XLR Link OUT, 1 RDNet output Outputs: powerCON TRUE1 IN/LINK... -
Page 16: Dimensions
16.6 kg (X10) / 20.7 kg (X12) / 25.4 kg (X15) Product features, specifications and appearance are subject to changes without prior notice. dBTechnologies reserves the right to make changes or improvements in design or manufacture without any obligation to incorporate such changes or improvements in products manufactured before their introduction.