Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features and scope of delivery......................10 Installation and starting up........................ 11 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................13 Connections and controls........................14 Technical specifications........................15 Plug and connection assignment....................
Our products and documentation are subject to a process of continuous development. They are therefore subject to change. Please refer to the latest version of the documentation, which is ready for download under www.thomann.de. 1.1 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 document.
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General information 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.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed for sound reinforcement. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device due to high voltages! The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess vol‐ tages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device.
Features and scope of delivery Features and scope of delivery Special characteristics of this powerful active 2-way coaxial neodymium speaker: 1 × 8-inch woofer 1 × 1-inch mid-level speaker / tweeter 1 × XLR-/6.35-mm jack plug panel socket 1 × XLR output Black textured paint Multifunctional housing Switchable low cut at 120 Hz...
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
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Installation and starting up WARNING! Risk of injury due to improper installation! Improper mounting can lead to serious injuries and significant damage to prop‐ erty. When installing and operating, make sure to follow the standards and regulations that apply in your country. In Germany, this is DGUV regulation 17 “Staging and Production Facilities for the Entertainment Industry”.
Installation and starting up NOTICE! Potential property damage due to unsuitable stands! If the device is mounted on an unsuitable stand, there is a risk that the stand will fall over and cause damage. Only use stands whose maximum bearing capacity is at least as high as the weight of the device.
Connections and controls Connections and controls 1 [INPUT] | Signal input with switchable sensitivity, designed as XLR / 6.35-mm jack plug panel socket. CLIP 120Hz LOW CUT 2 [VOLUME] | Control for adjusting the volume. Turn the control clockwise to increase VOLUME achat 108 CXA the volume and anti-clockwise to decrease the volume.
Technical specifications Technical specifications System Active 2-way coaxial neodymium speaker Configuration 1 × 8-inch woofer 1 × 1-inch mid-level speaker / tweeter, beam angle 90° × 90° Input connections Line 1 × XLR-/6.35-mm jack plug panel socket Power supply Rubber panel plug C14 Input impedance 20 kΩ...
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Technical specifications Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 1.6 A, 250 V, slow blow Dimensions (W × H × D) 248 mm × 370 mm × 264 mm Weight 10.5 kg Ambient conditions Temperature range 0 °C…40 °C Relative humidity 20%…80% (non-condensing) Achat 108 CXA Active Speaker...
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Technical specifications Further information Housing Multifunctional housing, wood Colour Black Media player Effect Monitor inclination Rechargeable battery Truss-capable Wireless hand/head micro‐ phone Ways 2-way Remote control Low cut Stand flange 35 mm Design Standard Achat 108 CXA Active Speaker...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground 1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐ anced) Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Ground Achat 108 CXA Active Speaker...
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Plug and connection assignment XLR plug (balanced) Ground, shielding Signal (in phase, +) Signal (out of phase, –) Shielding on plug housing (option) XLR plug (unbalanced) Ground, shielding Signal Bridged to pin 1 Achat 108 CXA Active Speaker...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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When disposing of the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. You can also return your old device to Thomann GmbH at no charge. Check the current conditions on www.thomann.de.
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