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- Page 1 User’s manual X14FD June 2024...
- Page 2 X14FD June 2024 Safety Instructions 1. All safety instructions must be read before using this device. 2. The exclamation mark in the triangle indicates internal components which if replaced can affect safety. 3. The lightning symbol within the triangle indicates the presence of dangerous uninsulated voltages.
- Page 3 1. 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 X14FD June 2024 2.1. Technical description The X14FD cabinet comes with DSP control and full range sound delivery thanks to its direct radiation transducers and acoustic bass reflex cabinet. As a full range system, its response is 48Hz-20kHz (-10dB). It has 1500W continuous amplification (1000W + 500W), thermal protection, output short circuit protection, independent peak and RMS power limiters for each channel, and protection against overvoltage.
- Page 5 X14FD June 2024 3. PRESETS The X14FD includes several manufacturer presets for different types of application. The DSP system can also store up to 25 other presets, depending on user requirements. PRESET 1: Flat Single enclosure without subwoofer, full range, flat response. For pole mount hanged...
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Page 6: Control And Connection Panel
X14FD June 2024 4. CONTROL AND CONNECTION PANEL The X14FD control panel contains the following elements: Fig. 3. X14FD control and connection panel A) TOUCHSCREEN: Displays information about the System status: current preset, network IP, amplifier temperature and signal input level. Allows the user to configure the system without the need of an external computer: IP address setting, Preset... - Page 7 X14FD June 2024 selection, Delay, Gain, Limiter, ECO mode on/off, Signal LEDs on/off, etc. For more information about the available functionality, read the Annex I of this manual. NOTE: The default PIN to access the setup menu is “1234” B) AC INPUT/OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION: These LEDS show the status of the AC mains supply.
- Page 8 X14FD June 2024 5. CONNECTING 5.1. Parallel connection Analog Audio Signal: Connect the signal (mixing desk output) to INPUT on the first unit. Use the LINK output to transfer the INPUT signal to the second unit and thus sequentially for further units.
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Page 9: Overvoltage Protection
X14FD June 2024 The number of units allowed in parallel or daisy-chain depend on whether Dante audio networking is being used. When using Dante, a maximum number of 8 cabinets is recommended due to latency reasons. When not, there is no specific limit for daisy-chaining (control and monitoring using DSPStudio®). - Page 10 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. Remember that no risks should be taken with regards to public safety.
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Page 11: Mounting Accessories
MONITOR preset in this case. Fig.9. X14FD used as stage monitor 7.4. Rotating the “Amate Audio” logo The “Amate Audio” logo located in the bottom of the top grill could be adapted to the cabinet’s orientation (horizontal or vertical). 8. MOUNTING ACCESSORIES 8.1. - Page 12 X14FD June 2024 Fig. 11. X14FD horizontal flying 8.2. HR-L and HR-L/GT The HR-L and HR-L/GT are two optional accessories for flying one X14FD (vertical orientation) (see “HR-L and HR-L/GT user’s manual” for further information). Fig. 12. Flying of one unit with HR-L and HR-L/GT 8.3.
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Page 13: Troubleshooting
X14FD June 2024 8.4. UB-L The UB-L is an optional accessory for horizontal hanging of one X14FD on wall (See “UB-L user’s manual” for further information). Fig. 14. Flying of one unit with UB-L 8.5. RB-L and RB-L/GT The RB-L and RB-L/GT optional accessories for flying one X14FD... - Page 14 X14FD June 2024 No output sound • Check with the indicators (Signal Present LED & Touchscreen) that the signal is being received by the system. • Check that the signal cables are in good condition and connected at both ends •...
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Page 15: Technical Features
X14FD June 2024 10. TECHNICAL FEATURES X14FD Analog Audio Input Sensitivity +8dBu – 1.94V Impedance 20kΩ balanced Audio Network Input Type Dante Audio Networking Channels 1 channel @ 48kHz Mains Supply Type Univ. switch mode power supply Nominal input 85-265 VAC/45-65 Hz Average current draw 2.1 A AD/DA converters... - Page 16 I.1. Main screen When we connect the system, an initial loading screen appears displaying the Amate Audio logo, the firmware version, and the processing version. Once the system is initialized, a welcome screen is shown. This screen includes the speaker model and its serial number.
- Page 17 X14FD June 2024 A. Speaker model B. IP: IP address of the speaker. C. Preset: Number and name of the active preset. D. Mute button: When it is pressed, the button silences the audio output without turning off the amplifiers. This process permit return immediately to initial state when we touch again.
- Page 18 X14FD June 2024 I.2. Main MENU With the unit unlocked and by pressing the configuration button (gear icon), we access the unit’s setting screen. A. Audio: Adjustment and configuration of the audio signal. B. Settings: Configuration unrelated to the unit's audio. C.
- Page 19 X14FD June 2024 B. Gain: Control of the input gain using a fader that allows it to be adjusted to the needs of the application. The system can also be muted using the button with the speaker icon. C. Limiter: Setting the threshold of the integrated limiter. The threshold indicates the level of input signal at which the limiter will start to act.
- Page 20 X14FD June 2024 D. ECO Button: Configures the behaviour of the unit's internal amplification stages. a. PWR ON: The amplification system is operational and ready for immediate delivery of amplified signal. b. STANDBY: The amplifiers enter a resting state, thus they will not emit a signal even if the unit is powered on.
- Page 21 X14FD June 2024 sound applications. It is ideal for fixed installations or background music systems. E. Noise Gate: (available in selected models only) Allows activating or deactivating the noise gate. This dynamic processor is used to eliminate possible noises produced by the electroacoustic components of the speaker when it is not reproducing sound.
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Page 22: 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 23 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 2024 by Amate Audio S.L.
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