EM Acoustics M-12 User Manual

Passive/bi-amp stage monitor

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Introduction
Thank you ....................................................................................................................................... 3
M-12 passive/bi-amp stage monitor
User Manual – v3.0
EM Acoustics Loudspeakers
Building 74, Dunsfold Park
Cranleigh, Surrey
GU6 8TB, UK
Phone +44 (0) 1483 266520
Fax +44 (0) 1483 275619
www.emacoustics.co.uk
Copyright EM Acoustics 2013
M-12 User Manual
www.emacoustics.co.uk
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  • Page 1 M-12 passive/bi-amp stage monitor User Manual – v3.0 EM Acoustics Loudspeakers Building 74, Dunsfold Park Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TB, UK Phone +44 (0) 1483 266520 Fax +44 (0) 1483 275619 www.emacoustics.co.uk _________________________________________________________________________________________ Copyright EM Acoustics 2013 CONTENTS Introduction Thank you ...…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 M-12 User Manual www.emacoustics.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Declaration of Conformity ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Product Range Overview M-12 passive/biamp two-way monitor enclosure ………………………………………………………….4 System Set-up Safety Considerations……………………………………………………………………………………………………….5 Cabling & Amplifier selection …………………………………………………………………………………………..6 M-12 monitors in use ..………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Maintenance M-12 Drive Unit Service …….…………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Warranty ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...9 Appendix A –...
  • Page 3: Unpacking

    INTRODUCTION Thank you Thank you for purchasing the acclaimed M-12 stage monitor from EM Acoustics. The M-12 has been carefully designed and rigorously tested to ensure years of flawless operation and unprecedented sonic quality. Acoustics Monitors are designed to provide a smooth and coherent frequency and phase response, while having enough SPL capability where required –...
  • Page 4: Product Range Overview

    M-12 to be used in biamplified mode if required. Through the use of two different side angles, the M-12 can be used for normal front-of-stage usage and also as a close-range drum fill with the steeper angle. As with all EM Acoustics full-range products, no active controller or programmed EQ is required for correct operation.
  • Page 5: System Set-Up

    Loudspeaker systems are potentially dangerous objects if used incorrectly. Please ensure that you read this section fully, and contact EM Acoustics or your local dealer should you be in any doubt over correct operation procedures. Professional loudspeaker systems are capable of producing damage-inducing sound pressure levels, and hence care should be taken when setting your system up, particularly when it comes to loudspeaker placement within a venue.
  • Page 6 Cabling The M-12 supplied with Neutrik Speakon NL4 connectors, wired pin 1+/1- in passive mode with 2+/2- as link- through, and 1+/1- LF, 2+/2- HF when in biamp mode. It is recommended that the resistance of your cable is less than one tenth of the nominal system impedance.
  • Page 7: M-12 Monitors In Use

    STAGE ORIENTATION The M-12 is supplied as left & right-handed pairs. As the low and high frequency components sit side by side on the baffle, the two versions are mirror images of each other. It is the monitor engineer or artist’s preference as to whether the enclosures are arranged horns-in or horns-out when used in pairs –...
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Your EM Acoustics loudspeakers have been rigorously tested before they leave our factory, to ensure that they give you a lifetime of flawless operation. Should any of your drive units fail and need replacing, please follow the guidelines below.
  • Page 9: Warranty

    Serial numbers must be quoted in all correspondence relating to the claim. EM Acoustics or its representatives are in no way liable for any loss or damage in transit, and hence it is recommended that the sender insure the shipment.
  • Page 10: Appendix A - Technical Specifications

    APPENDIX A – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EM Acoustics operates a continuous process of research and development, and as such reserves the right to alter specifications without notice. M-12 Enclosure Type: 2-way, reflex loaded, variable dispersion Dimensions (HxWxD, mm/ins): 368/14.5 x 588/23.1 x 444/17.5 Net Weight: 26kg (57.2lbs)

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