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XW118
May 2023

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  • Page 1 User’s manual XW118 May 2023...
  • Page 2 13. The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the device. 14. For hanging and installation, use manufacturer recommended accessories only. Amate Audio...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION 1.1 General product information Amate Audio thanks you for the trust placed in our Xcellence loudspeaker systems. The Xcellence series combines the convenience of a self-powered system and the flexibility of the DSP (digital system processing) for cabinet control. More than 45 years’...
  • Page 4 In section 3.3, we talk further about the cardioid configurations. All this process of subwoofer array sound design could be very time consuming. In Amate Audio, we worked this out to offer an accessible presets, factory available inside our Xcellence XW118.
  • Page 5 Polyurea paint coating. The front face is protected by two 2 mm thick steel grilles with acoustically transparent grey cloth. It includes two in-built lateral handles for an easy and comfortable transport. Fig.3. XW118 external dimensions Amate Audio...
  • Page 6: System Alignment

    These presets are not prealigned, so a time alignment with the satellite or line array system is recommended. There are three standard presets, and they are defined by the Low Pass Filter frequency, which can be selected at 80, 90 or 100 Hz: [LPF80 Standard] [LPF90 Standard] [LPF100 Standard] Amate Audio...
  • Page 7 Then, the cabinet facing to the back (to the stage) should be located in the centre of the column or line. Fig. 6. Cardioid configuration for XW118 subwoofer (stack) Amate Audio...
  • Page 8 When placing the subwoofers in a cardioid configuration keep a distance to walls of at least 60 cm in order not to affect the radiation of the central reversed cabinet. Fig.9. Back energy rejection at 40 Hz / 50 Hz / 63 Hz Amate Audio...
  • Page 9: Control And Connection Panel

    (DSPStudio) and for audio signal input via Dante audio networking. Please refer to Amate Audio DSPStudio Quick Installation Guide for more information on remote connection. The two connectors are interconnected by means of an internal switch, so they can be used interchangeably and allow the chain connection of several boxes.
  • Page 10 G) AUTHENTICATION QR CODE: This QR code is a smart label that ensures that the product is an original Amate Audio product. To verify the authenticity, please follow the instructions in the following link: http://www.amateaudio.com/en/product-authentication/ 5.
  • Page 11: Overvoltage Protection

    Generally, the cause of such an anomaly tends to be a neutral voltage drop or incorrect connection of the equipment to 400V supply. Whenever the overvoltage LED lights up, check the tension of the electrical phases: other devices in the sound system are also at risk of electrical fault and severe damage Amate Audio...
  • Page 12: Mounting And Installation

    Do not fly systems from unsafe structures. All flying accessories that are not supplied by Amate Audio are the user's responsibility. Use at your own risk. Use the KRW118 accessory and the BRWX bumper to fly the system.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    • Check there is no light intensity regulator in the same AC circuit as the unit. ALWAYS connect the sound and light circuits in different phases. • Check that there is a proper connection to EARTH in the electrical installation. Forgotten PIN for Touchscreen • The default PIN is “1234”. Amate Audio...
  • Page 14: Technical Features

    56.8 Kg Connectors 2 x AC PowerCon (input, link) 2 x XLR (input, link) 2x EtherCon RJ45 for Ethernet (connection/link) Material Multilayer birch plywood, 2mm powder coated steel front grilles with acoustic grey cloth Finish Hi-resistance black Polyurea coating Amate Audio...
  • Page 15 16.7 Millions of colours I.1. Main screen Just after turning on the loudspeaker unit, a first screen shows the: Amate Audio’s logo, firmware version and the processing version. Once the system is initialized, a welcome screen shows a picture of the system and the serial number.
  • Page 16 Each sub-menu contains the following settings: • AUDIO: General audio parameters set-up • PRESET: Preset selection. It’s possible to save user’s presets. • IP: Configuration of the Ethernet’s module in order to enable communications with our control software DSP Studio. Amate Audio...
  • Page 17 Push on the Memory box for choosing one available. Push on Memory name for naming it. After the previous steps, push on Save button for writing on the DSP the memory • BACK: Go back to settings screen Amate Audio...
  • Page 18 IP address. We recommend using the same values shown in the top image for the loudspeaker unit. In the control PC/laptop we recommend using with the same subnet mask and IP 192.168.0.1 I.6. SETUP submenu The SETUP submenu is composed of two pages, which can be browsed using the NEXT/BACK buttons. Amate Audio...
  • Page 19 Auto: The energy saving mode will be enabled automatically after three minutes without input signal C. SWEEP: Diagnosis mode. The loudspeaker will emit frequency sweep. D. Backlight: Three backlight intensities: MAX (Maximum), MED (Medium), MIN (Minimum) On the next page: PREVIOUS ENGLISH BACK Amate Audio...
  • Page 20 Push on it for unlocking the unit. I.7. INFO submenu Here we can find advanced information about the unit, as well as the most relevant configurations parameters. Amate Audio...
  • Page 21: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY In accordance with EN 45014:1998 Manufacturer’s Name: “AMATE AUDIO S.L.” Manufacturer’s Address: C/ Perpinyà 25, Polígon Industrial Nord 08226 Terrassa, (Barcelona), SPAIN Brand: “AMATE AUDIO” We declare under our own responsibility that: Product: Active speaker systems with DSP. Audio apparatus for professional use...
  • Page 22 Perpinyà, 25 · Polígon Industrial Nord · 08226 Terrassa T. +34 93 735 65 65 – F. +34 93 735 60 48 – info@amateaudio.com R&D and FACTORY: Violinista Vellsolà, 18 · 08222 Terrassa Barcelona – SPAIN www.amateaudio.com © Copyright 2023 by Amate Audio S.L.

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