Peavey AQ 12 Operating Manual page 9

Cautions
The unit must be disconnected from the AC power source before any work is done on it. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
The back plate can become hot to the touch. Do not block or cover the fan or the exhaust louvers from ventila-
tion. There must be a minimum of 12" of space behind the fan. Do not allow the airflow to be become blocked
by objects such as curtains or drapes, thermal building insulation, etc. It is recommended that the rear of the
AQ™112 not be placed in a closed space or a space that has no fresh, cool airflow.
Be sure to keep the microphone away from the front of the speaker after connecting it to the input, and while
setting the microphone level, or very loud feedback will occur! Damage to the system is likely if this occurs!
DO NOT connect the inputs of the AQ™12 to the output of a power amplifier. The inputs are meant to be driven
from a line-Gain strength signal.
DO NOT remove the protective metal grille.
WARNING! The AQ™12 is very efficient and powerful! This sound system can permanently damage hearing!
Use extreme care setting the overall maximum loudness!
The apparent sound level of the AQ™12 can be deceiving due to its clear, clean sound output. The lack of distor-
tion or obvious distress can make the sound level seem much lower than it actually is. This system is capable of
SPL in excess of 125 dB at 1 M from the speaker!
Connecting AC Power To The AQ™12
The AQ™12 comes with an 6-foot IEC connection AC power cord. If you are using an extension cord or power
strip with this powered speaker, make sure it is of good quality and of a sufficient current capacity to main-
tain safety and maximize the power output capability of the AQ™12. For maximum undistorted output, do not
connect any other device to the same extension cord that the AQ™12 is connected to. Do not exceed the rated
current capacity of the extension cord with the sum total of all units connected to it.
When first plugging in the AC cord, make sure the power switch is in the Off position, and then turn it On only
once the power cord has been connected. Built-in muting will engage when the proper sequence of steps is tak-
en.
Use of the AQ™12 with a Speaker Stand
The AQ™12 has a stand mount cup molded-in so that the system can be stand mounted on a standard 1 3/8"
(36mm) diameter stand pole.
When using stands or poles, be sure to follow these precautions:
A. Check the stand or pole specs to make sure that it can support the weight of the AQ™12 (34 lbs./15.4 kg),
and observe all safety precautions stated by the stand manufacturer, including the maximum height the stand is
rated for.
B. Always place the stand on a flat, level and stable surface, and be sure to fully extend the stand legs as per
the stand manufacturer's instructions.
C. Try to make sure that the stand legs are oriented for the least danger of tripping to those in the vicinity of
the stand. Never block a doorway or hallway with the legs of a stand.
D. Try to route cables so that people will not trip over them, or tip the speaker over. Use of duct tape, cable
channels or guards, or other appropriate tie-down/cover –up devices should be carefully considered and imple-
mented.