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Page 1 Optimised Line Array User Guide...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Unpacking the Units Wavefront Precision Mechanical Design Acoustic Design Subwoofers SXCF115 SXC115 Amplifiers iK81 Amplifier iK42 Amplifier DISPLAY 2.3 Overview Work flow Slice Cover Splay Rigging DISPLAY 3 Overview Venue Coverage Loudspeakers WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 3 Flown System - WPM & SXCF115 Ground Stacking - WPM Ground Stacking - WPM & SXCF115 Pole Mount - WPMUNIV Flown - WPMUNIV Install - WPMGRIDI Install - WPM & SXC115 WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 5: Wavefront Precision
Wavefront Precision Series is a new generation of multipurpose line design itself, scalable resolution unlocks the full potential of a arrays designed to bring Martin Audio’s legendary sound, coverage Wavefront Precision array and provides an adaptable pathway into consistency and control to a broader range of touring applications, the world of advanced optimisation.
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
(1) • This equipment must be earthed. (1) • Only use attachments / accessories specified by Martin Audio. (1) (2) • Only use rigging hardware specified by Martin Audio. (2) • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. (1) (2) •...
Page 7: Wavefront Precision
The use of multiple small HF drivers instead of traditional large maintain the continuity of the horn profile. diaphragm CD drivers results in less distortion and extended HF response. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 8: Subwoofers
Install rigging accessories are available for the SXC115 which allow identical acoustic performance to the SXCF115, but without the it to be flown separately or within the same array as WPM. integrated rigging hardware. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 9: Amplifiers
2-way systems. Ethernet is used for system remote control and monitoring via Martin Audio’s VU-NET software application, while a user-friendly front panel interface allows full local control of all features. Dante digital audio network inputs are also provided for digital audio distribution and control.
Page 10: Ik42 Amplifier
Ethernet is used for system remote control and monitoring via incorporates peak, RMS and excursion limiting, as well as multi- Martin Audio’s VU-NET software application, while a user-friendly band limiting for passive 2-way systems. front panel interface allows full local control of all features. Dante digital audio network inputs are also provided for digital audio distribution and control.
Page 11: Display 2.3
Then specify the number of cabinets and give the array a name. stacked. The dashboard changes to show the tabs from left and right in the order in which the design will be completed. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 12: Slice
The slice is a side view of the venue. It is drawn anticlockwise to finish. starting at the back of the stage, click to define the position of points to create all the surfaces within the venue. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 13: Cover
The splay tab optimises the array mechanically based on the room Further adjustments to the array size and position can be made geometry and coverage area defined. here before optimising if required. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 15: Spl
DISPLAY 2.3 can be downloaded from the Martin audio website You can move the cursor around the Index Plot and the position here:- https://martin-audio.com/support/software. is shown on the 2D slice of the venue top left whilst showing the frequency response at that position on the graph on the right.
Page 16: Display 3 Overview
DISPLAY 3 is modeling software that predicts coverage and SPL for Optimised Array, Constant curvature, point source and subwoofer Martin Audio loudspeakers in a 3D environment. solutions can be reviewed, and system designs validated. Within the application, venue creation is achieved via an import from SketchUp, native surface creation or by extruding a 2D slice from Display 2 software.
Page 17: Coverage
Array optimisation is missing from DISPLAY 3 at present. In the meantime WPM arrays can be imported from DISPLAY 2 for a complete system design in a 3D environment. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 18: Loudspeakers
However DISPLAY 3 has an ongoing development cycle where tools and features will be added over time. Display 3 can be downloaded from the Martin Audio website; https://martin-audio.com/support/software WPM USER GUIDE V2...
Page 19: Vu-Net 2
When connected the “Preset Manager” allows you to sort devices off-line system design. When connected to network with online into amplifier racks and load presets. devices, discover devices button is used. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 20: Presets
From here the system allows you up upload the D2P file of your system design. A number of presets for various arrays can be contained in the D2P Each file can be loaded separately into the correct amplifier file. channels if needed. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 21: Signal & Routing
Once all the presets are loaded you can return to the softwares control tabs for each amplifier and adjust settings accordingly. Input EQ Input EQ can be adjusted to change the tonal balance and/or compensate for room acoustics. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 22: Output
Audio website at www.martin-audio.com/support/software system. For full details we would strongly recommend downloading the VU-NET user guide which can be found on the same page as the application download. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 23 Five rigging holes labeled for 0.5°, 2°, 4°, 6.5° and 10° inter- cabinet angles, as well as a rigging hole for use when assembling ground stacked arrays. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 24: Sxcf115
Fly independently using the WPMSXGRIDT. b) Ground-stack with WPM using the WPMSXGRIDT and WPMOUTRIG. c) Fly a mixed array with 2 x WPMSXGRIDT’s. M20 POLE MOUNT FRONT LINKS REAR LINKS RIGGING PIN RIGGING PIN WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 25: Wiring
2+/-. A 4-core NL4 cable must be used. Although these are nominally labeled ‘INPUT’ and ‘LINK’, either connector can be used to connect to the sub or to link out to a second speaker. INPUT LINK WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 26: Scalable Resolution
In 2 box or lower resolution, the connection is made from an amplifier channel to the ‘input’ of one cabinet, and the second ‘link’ NL4 is used to make a parallel connection to an adjacent cabinet. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 27: Amplifier Configurations
Input Input Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input iK81 2 BOX RESOLUTION Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Input Input WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 28 Input Input Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 29 Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 30: Ik42
Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out iK42 Input Input 3 BOX RESOLUTION Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 31 Input Link Out Link Out 4 BOX RESOLUTION Input Input Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input Link Out Link Out Input Input WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 32: Accessories
It consists of a sensor (mounted within the Flying Frame, one required per grid) and a remote display. Interconnection is via a standard XLR mic cable. REAR SUB LINK GROUND-STACK LINK FRONT SUB LINK WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 33: Wpmgridi Install Frame
It is designed to meet BGVC1 and DIN18800 standards, and will and simplicity of operation for permanently flown installations. lift a maximum of 16 WPM cabinets using either two lift points or a single lift point, determined by the Martin Audio DISPLAY software. SHACKLE...
Page 34: Wpmoutrig
SXCF115, and 2 x OUTRIG250’s for frame stabilisation. ASF20045 ASF20071 Pole mount adapter used in conjunction with the WPMUNIV for pole Wind-up pole used for pole mounting WPM. mounting. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 35: Rigging
LINK and ANGLE positions. Connect the cabinets together at the rear with the link and angle Remove front and rear rigging pins from the stow positions on the rigging pins. WPMSXGRIDT . WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 36: Grid Position For Negative Site Angle
Link the WPMSXGRIDT to the array by securing the droplink to the position, to secure the front of the array. rear rigging hardware on the WPM. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 37 A maximum of 16 cabinets can be flown from the WPMSXGRIDT. Please refer to the DISPLAY software to determine site angles that can be achieved. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 38: Flown System - Wpm & Sxcf115
The WPMSXGRIDT is secured to the first cabinet in the array. Lift the array and place a second SXCF115 (if required) underneath. Remove the rigging pins, rotate and lift the links. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 39 Replace the pins from the cabinet below into the bottom of the cabinet above. Take a second WPMSXGRIDT and remove the pins from the green Let the rear drop link rotate down and replace the rigging pin. stow positions. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 42 Slide the drop links down into the cabinets below. Lining them up drop links from the cabinets by removing the rigging pins from the with the angles predicted by the DISPLAY software. LINK and ANGLE positions. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 43 Preselect the angle required on the cabinet above. Insert the A maximum of 3 SXCF115’s and 12 WPM can be flown in this rigging pin to secure the rear link configuration. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 44: Ground Stacking - Wpm
& red. Lock the rigging pin in hole marked in red to secure the ground Rotate the ground stack links through 180 degrees. stack links in the upright position. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 45 Insert the rigging pins front and back to secure the WPM to the Remove the pins front and back to place the next cabinet onto the WPMSXGRIDT. ground stack array. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 47: Ground Stacking - Wpm & Sxcf115
Rotate the front links and slide up the sure all four links are secured. rear, aligning them to the holes on the cabinet above cabinet above. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 48 WPMSXGRIDT. Remove the rigging pin from the stow position marked & green. Replace the rigging pins into the green holes to secure the link in place. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 49 Insert the rigging pins front and back to secure the WPM to the Remove the rigging pins on the second WPM place the cabinet on WPMSXGRIDT. top. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 51: Pole Mount - Wpmuniv
Fit the crossbar to the rear for flown applications. Place the universal bracket on the adjustable pole before mounting Secure the bracket to the pole by tightening the thumb wheel. the WPM. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 52 Repeat the process until the desired amount of WPM have been Raise the adjustable pole until the optimum height is reached. used. A Maximum of 4 cabinets can be deployed. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 53: Flown - Wpmuniv
Place the universal bracket on top of the array. Secure at the front rigging pins. by removing the rigging pins from the bottom cabinet to link the bracket to the array. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 54 WPM USER GUIDE A maximum of 4 cabinets can be flown from the universal bracket. Fit a half coupler or trigger clamp to the top plate with an M12 nut and bolt. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 55: Install - Wpmgridi
DISPLAY software. LOCK and LINK positions. Connect the cabinets together at the rear with the link and angle Remove the front and rear rigging pins from the WPMGRIDI. rigging pins. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 56 Lower the array on to the next four cabinets below (if required). Preselect the angle required on the cabinet above. Insert the rigging Align the front rigging pins to lock into place. pin to secure the rear rigging point. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 57 WPM USER GUIDE A maximum of 16 cabinets can be flown from the WPMGRIDI. Please refer to the DISPLAY software to determine site angles that can be achieved. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 58: Install - Wpm & Sxc115
Position the SXC115GRIDI on top of the SXC115 sub woofer array. should be used for the flying strips. A maximum of 3 x SXC115’s can be used in a mixed array. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 60 Connect the cabinets together at the rear with the link and angle Position the array under the WPMTRIGI. Replace the two pins at rigging pins. the front and one at the rear to secure the WPM to the conversion frame. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 62 To access the WPM drivers first unscrew the 8 x M3 CSK screws securing the grille. Remove the 14 x No. 8 screws the secure the baffle in place. Remove the baffle and driver assembly from the cabinet. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 63 To replace the HF section (DCD10006). Remove the 4 x No.8 screws holding the HF assembly in place. To replace an HF diaphragm (part number DLZ10006). Remove the 4 x M4 screws securing the back cover. WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 64 16 enclosures in single array DIMENSIONS (W) 500mm x (H) 185mm x (D) 377mm (W) 19.7in x (H) 7.3in x (D)14.8in WEIGHT 14kg (26.4lbs) ACCESSORIES WPMSXGRIDT Touring Frame WPMGRIDI Install Frame Rigging Pins WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 65 DIMENSIONS (W) 500mm x (H) 552mm x (D) 810mm (938mm incl castors) (W) 19.69in x (H) 21.71in x (D) 31.90in (36.94in incl castors) WEIGHT 61.5Kg (136lbs), 65Kg (143lbs) incl castors WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 66 (W) 500mm x (H) 550mm x (D) 811mm (939mm incl castors) (W) 19.69in x (H) 21.67in x (D) 31.92in (36.96in incl castors) WEIGHT 53kg (117lbs), 56kg (124 lbs) incl castors WPM USER GUIDE V2 Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd.
Page 67 All information is Copyright © 2023 Martin Audio Ltd. Martin Audio, the Martin Audio logo and Hybrid are registered trademarks of Martin Audio Ltd. in the United Kingdom, United States and other countries; all other Martin Audio trademarks are the property of Martin Audio Ltd.

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