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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 EAW avant d'utiliser ce produit. Le non-respect de ces consignes et 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the mises en garde peut entraîner des dommages...
  • Page 3 Kontakt zur Erde hat. Nichtbeachtung de seguridad que aparecen en el "Manual de dieser Hinweise können möglicherweise zu altavoces EAW" adjunto antes de usar este Schäden am Equipment oder zu Verletzungen aparato. El no observar esta precaución puede bzw. zum Tod von Personen führen.
  • Page 4 User Manual CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by EAW® North America INC could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Correct Disposal of this Product The AC6 system workflow offers a range of entry points and allows the user to assess This symbol indicates that this product should options for deploying the system.
  • Page 5 If ground-stacked, provide a level surface capable of supporting the total weight of the array(s). Each time a user powers on an AC6 array, the modules immediately use the IR transceivers 4. Connect an audio signal to the on the top and bottom of the cabinet to loudspeakers in the array or to a Dante™...
  • Page 6 User Manual AC6 Walkaround (Front) Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 7 User Manual AC6 Walkaround (back) Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 8 6. Input Override: Set to closed to override input. Input selection must occur within Resolution. 7. Preset: Using 00/01/10/11 logic to select presets 1/2/3/4. 8. XLR Audio Input Connector 9. XLR Audio Input Connector Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 9 6. XLR Audio Output Connector 7. XLR Audio Output Connector 8. Input Override: Set to closed to override input. Input selection must occur within Resolution. 9. Preset: Using 00/01/10/11 logic to select presets 1/2/3/4. Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 10 If necessary, have a qualified electrician change the cable plug as required A total of three AC6 may be looped in this for compatibility with the local AC mains fashion at 110v, and a total of six units may receptacle.

  • Page 11: Alimentation Secteur

    équipements et des accidents aux ersonnes pouvant WARNING: Read all instruction and cautionary notes être fatals. concerning electrical power in the EAW Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual. Cavo d'alimentazione AC Translations CAUTELA: Il connettore del cavo d'alimentazione AC...
  • Page 12 User Manual Signal Processing Each AC6 module contains three levels of signal processing: non-user-accessible, user-influenced, and user-accessible. AC6 module performance (frequency response, beamwidth consistency, output level capability, etc.) depends on crossover and other processing settings fixed within the built-in digital processing.
  • Page 13 Main Menu is displayed. of damage or failure. Here the user can adjust the AC6 output Operation of loudspeakers beyond their level, alignment delay settings, voicing capabilities usually includes, but is not...
  • Page 14 Home Screen is displayed. transducer being tested 5. Auto status changes to “Start” to signify the end of the Output Check Output Check cycle. Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 15 Certain settings in the loudspeaker can only be accessed via EAW Resolution. These settings can be the cause of what may appear to be poor performance when the speaker is isolated on the test bench, or when compared to other units in inventory.
  • Page 16 The cabling, equipment and setup requirements vary for any given design. The two examples below represent starting points from which individual users would build their own specific solutions. Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 17 User Manual Fully Redundant - Recommended The fully redundant system uses two network pathways from the on-ramp to each AC6 module. EAW recommends that users employ two independent on-ramps, as well as a computer with two independent network interface cards (NICs) for complete redundancy. Otherwise, a single Dante™...
  • Page 18 User Manual Non-Redundant In this scenario, each AC6 module uses a single connection to the network. A switch at the front- of-house (FOH) position connects both the control computer and Dante™ on-ramp to the network. A single CAT5e connection links the FOH position to the first column and subsequent columns are linked using the “Thru”...
  • Page 19 Massive cost savings Using Resolution 2 What is Resolution 2? and more. EAW Resolution™ 2 is a tool to assist sound Resolution determines coverage, allowing the system designers and engineers to select, user to place microphones on the surfaces and configure, and implement EAW loudspeaker the options to choose specific passbands.

  • Page 20: Minimum Requirements

    User Manual System Requirements EAW Resolution 2 requires an IBM®-compatible PC with Windows 10® operating systems, including a standard Ethernet port to connect the computer to the network and control NTX & SBX loudspeaker modules. Though processor speed and memory size primarily impact only...

  • Page 21: Item Description

    M6 x 20 screws 2. AC6 wall bracket limits of use a. The AC6 Wall bracket is designed to suspend each corresponding AC6 Series loudspeaker with a design factor of 10:1 to meet or exceed most global suspension regulations. Below are the maximum working load limits at 10:1, 7:1 and 5:1 Design Factors.
  • Page 22 User Manual 3. Installation of AC6 wall bracket to mounting surface a. The wall bracket must be mounted to secure structure sufficient to support the products weight. If you are unsure, please consult a qualified professional. A minimum of two attachment points...
  • Page 23 User Manual 4. Installation of cabinet bracket to the AC6 unit a. Using the desired cabinet orientation (input on bottom, or top), and desired pan direction (left or right) identify which side of the cabinet to mount the bracket. b. The bracket must be mounted on the side in which the pan is required.
  • Page 24 Refer to user manual for more information. c. Starting from the bottom of the array and moving to the top, mount each AC6 to the respective wall bracket. d. The button head screws (M6x35) on the...
  • Page 25 M6 x 20 screws 2. AC6 wall bracket limits of use a. The AC6 flush mount bracket is designed to suspend each corresponding AC6 Series loudspeaker with a design factor of 10:1 to meet or exceed most global suspension regulations. Below are the maximum working load limits at 10:1, 7:1 and 5:1 Design Factors.
  • Page 26 The AC6 Flush Mount bracket is designed to suspend only one loudspeaker per bracket. d. Any geometric or structural modifications to the AC6 Flush Mount Bracket or hardware are not EAW-approved will void the warranty and may result in damage, injury, or death.
  • Page 27 (left, right, top) identify position of the bracket on AC6. Note position on flytrack as this will need to remain uniform for all AC6 in column. b. The bracket must be mounted in the orientation in which they should be connected.
  • Page 28 Network, analog audio, and dry contacts can be looped from either end. Refer to user manual for more information. c. Using pre-wired cabling, wire the AC6 unit in both upper and lower locations. d. If WP covers are being used, install the covers at this stage.
  • Page 29 2. Using steps above, attach AC6 cabinet bracket for flush mount. a. Lay down AC6 on a padded surface. 3. Attach stinger to AC6 using M10 bolts (Install) or knobs (portable). a. C-Clamp may also be used on cabinet bracket.
  • Page 30 User Manual 4. Attach 1/2" shackle to stinger or mohawk 5. Suspend AC6 Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...
  • Page 31 Pole Mount 1. Place AC6 Upside down. 2. Remove M6 Screws from bottom. 3. Attach Pole cup adapter with M6 screws. 4. Using (2) people, place AC6 on speaker stand. M6 screws removed Pole cup attachement AC6 on stand Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158...
  • Page 32 As with any professional loudspeaker system, routine maintenance must be conducted in order to ensure the longevity and safe, consistent performance. d. Inspect the AC6 Wall Bracket for corrosion and other damage. Brackets with visible damage should be replaced and discarded.
  • Page 33 • Identify if covers will be fitted before or after mounting (refer to mount instructions) 2. Based on the quantity of AC6 modules determine the quantity of covers required: • 2X End Cover – (1) per array •...
  • Page 34 (not included) should be fitted to each knockout prior to installing cables. • Silicone sealant should be used as needed to make any cable connections water tight. Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 www.eaw.com...