thomann the box pro Achat 108CXA User Manual

thomann the box pro Achat 108CXA User Manual

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  • Page 1 Achat 108CXA active full-range speaker user manual...
  • Page 2 Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 25.08.2015, ID: 214525...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents General notes............................... 4 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 11 Installation..............................12 4.1 Pin assignment..........................14 4.2 Tips on handling speakers......................17 Connections and operating elements................... 18 Technical specifications........................20 Protecting the environment......................22 Achat 108CXA...
  • Page 4: General Notes

    General notes General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure that they also receive this manual.
  • Page 5 General notes Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
  • Page 6 General notes Warning signs Type of danger Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. active full-range speaker...
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
  • Page 8 Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug.
  • Page 9 Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment.
  • Page 10 Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
  • Page 11: Features

    Features Features Special features of the device: Connections: XLR/1/4" combo socket for signal input, XLR mounting plug for signal output Volume control Switchable low-cut filter to eliminate low frequencies Selectable operating voltage Pole mount flange, 36 mm, on bottom side Rigging points M10 Required attachment for vertical mounting: L and U brackets optionally available Black textured coating...
  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation Installation Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
  • Page 13 Installation 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. NOTICE! Use of stands 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.
  • Page 14: Pin Assignment

    Installation 4.1 Pin assignment You can use XLR and 1/4" plugs with balanced or unbalanced wiring. In the following we will give you an overview of the various possibilities. XLR connections for signal XLR mounting sockets are used for signal inputs. XLR mounting plugs provide the output sig‐ inputs and outputs nals.
  • Page 15 Installation Unbalanced wiring: Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 1/4" socket for signal inputs and Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment for a 1/4" TS phone jack to be used. outputs Unbalanced wiring (1/4" TS plug): Signal Ground, shielding Achat 108CXA...
  • Page 16 Installation Unbalanced wiring (1/4" TRS plug): Signal 2, 3 Ground, shielding Balanced wiring (1/4" TRS plug): 1 (Tip) Positive signal (+) 2 (Ring) Negative signal (–) 3 (Sleeve) Ground, shielding active full-range speaker...
  • Page 17: Tips On Handling Speakers

    Installation 4.2 Tips on handling speakers We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐ ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
  • Page 18: Connections And Operating Elements

    Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements 1 I / O (ON/OFF) Use the mains switch to power the unit on or off. 2 Connection for mains supply voltage IEC chassis connector with fuse holder for operating voltage supply. If this fuse blows, you have to replace it by a new one with same specifications.
  • Page 19 Connections and operating elements 6 120Hz LOW CUT Use this switch to attenuate the low frequencies below 120 Hz. 7 VOLUME Volume control. 8 115 V / 230 V (AC) Mains voltage selector. Make sure this selector is set correctly for the actual supply voltage at the operating location.
  • Page 20: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Input XLR/1/4" combo socket Input impedance 20 kΩ (balanced), 10 kΩ (unbalanced) Output XLR mounting plug Frequency response 75 Hz…20 kHz System 2-way full-range active speaker box with built-in crossover Speakers 1 × 8" woofer, 1 × 1" mid-high driver Dispersion 90°...
  • Page 21 Technical specifications Dimensions (W × H × D) 248 mm × 370 mm × 264 mm Weight 10.5 kg Achat 108CXA...
  • Page 22: Protecting The Environment

    Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
  • Page 24 Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de...

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