1.2 Notational conventions........................7 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions..........................10 Features............................... 14 Installation..............................15 Connections and operating elements................... 17 Technical specifications........................20 Plug and connection assignment....................26 Troubleshooting............................29 Protecting the environment......................31 V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐ fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics Online guides and terms. Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline. If you have any problems with the device the customer service will Service gladly assist you. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided. Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use sufficient ear protectors. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse The use of different types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire hazard! Only fuses of the same type may be used. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react with the coating of your surface and after some time cause permanent dark stains. In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the surface and use a suitable underlay if neces‐ sary, i.e. felt-pad floor protectors or similar. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Frequency range from 33 Hz…25 kHz – 90 watt bi-amping amplifier (class D) Switch for adapting treble and bass to the room acoustics Inputs: XLR panel socket, ¼" jack socket (balanced), RCA socket Input sensitivity adjustable Standby function V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards. NOTICE! Possible property damage by magnetic fields Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external magnetic field. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
If the speaker box receives no signal for 15 minutes, it switches to standby mode. The control LED on the front panel then lights up red. As soon as the speaker box receives a signal, it switches back to normal mode and the LED will turn blue. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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Connections and operating elements Rear panel ö & V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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7 IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply 8 Connection for a balanced input signal, designed as a XLR panel socket, 3-pin 9 Connection for a balanced input signal, designed as a ¼" jack socket V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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5 mm × 20 mm, 1.6 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 180 mm × 288 mm × 295 mm Weight 4.2 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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320 mV pink noise 103 dB SPL in 1 m distance (volume control at 100 %) Output power Bass / mid-range amp: 50 W Treble amp: 20 W Amp class Class D Sound pressure level (SPL), 103 dB max. (in 1 m distance) V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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5 mm × 20 mm, 1.6 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 220 mm × 335 mm × 295 mm Weight 6.0 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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320 mV pink noise 106 dB SPL in 1 m distance (volume control at 100 %) Output power Bass / mid-range amp: 70 W Treble amp: 20 W Amp class Class D Sound pressure level (SPL), 106 dB max. (in 1 m distance) V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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5 mm × 20 mm, 1.6 A, 250 V, slow-blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 250 mm × 398 mm × 330 mm Weight 7.8 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20 %…80 % (non-condensing) V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
In addition to the conduc‐ tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐ ference. 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) RCA connection Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of an RCA plug. Signal Ground, shielding V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
4. Try using another signal cable. Once the music gets loud, the Maybe overheating is imminent. Provide better ventila‐ high frequencies slump tion or reduce the volume. Distortion is audible Excessive input signal. Reduce the signal level. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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2. Make sure that all audio devices are connected to the same power circuit and thus share the same ground ref‐ erence. If the procedures recommended above do not succeed, please contact our Service Center. You can find the contact information at www.thomann.de. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility. V5, V7, V8 Active Studio Monitor...
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