Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Further information........................... 6 1.2 Notational conventions........................6 1.3 Symbols and signal words....................... 7 Safety instructions............................. 9 Features............................... 12 Installation..............................13 4.1 Tips on handling speakers......................14 Connections and operating elements................... 15 Technical specifications........................
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General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of Keyword search interest for you quickly.
General information Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 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 manual.
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General information Warning signs Type of danger Warning – high-voltage. Warning – suspended load. Warning – danger zone. PA 502A Active Speaker...
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is designed as a PA system. The device is designed for professional use only and is not suitable for use in households. 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.
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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! 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. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user.
Features Features The active two-way full-range loudspeaker is characterized by the following special features: 15" mid / bass speaker Horn 50°…100° × 55° Output power 300 W (bass) + 100 W (treble) 2-band EQ XLR in / output Switchable low cut @ 120 Hz Tripod mounting flange Trapezoid housing for use as floor monitor PA 502A...
Installation Installation 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.
Installation 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. 4.1 Tips on handling speakers We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐...
Connections and operating elements Connections and operating elements ö VOLUME BASS TREBLE CLIP 120Hz & INPUT OUTPUT LINE LINE PA 502 A POWER: 1600W (PEAK) ACTIVE 2 WAY FULL RANGE ELECTRONIC COMPENSATION SPEAKER PA 502A Active Speaker...
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Connections and operating elements 1 [VOLUME] | control to adjust the volume. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. 2 [BASS] | bass control. Turn the knob clockwise for a more bassy sound. Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the bass. 3 [TREBLE] | treble control.
Technical specifications Technical specifications System active 2 way-full-range-loudspeaker with built-in crossover Speaker 1 × 15" woofer Horn tweeter, angle of radiation 50 to 100° × 55° Input connections Power supply IEC chassis plug C14 Signal XLR chassis socket, 3-pin Input impedance balanced: 20 kΩ...
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Technical specifications Level adjustment Bass: ± 12 dB, 100 Hz Treble: ± 12 dB, 10 kHz Distortion Line: 0.02 % Microphone: 0.04 % Load impedance Bass: 8 Ω Treble: 8 Ω Power consumption max. 400 W Supply voltage 110/230 V 50/60 Hz Fuse 110 V: 5 mm ×...
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Technical specifications Further information Ways 2-way Monitor inclination Mic Preamp Bluetooth Play Low Cut Design Standard Simultaneous inputs Tone control / ch. USB player PA 502A Active Speaker...
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Technical specifications Frequency response Line PA 502A Active Speaker...
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Technical specifications PA 502A 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 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 PA 502A Active Speaker...
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.
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