I NTRODUCTION Introduction Dear customer, Thank you for the trust you have put in us by buying these speakers. You decided upon a quality product that in regard to tonal and technical characteristics complies to the utmost expectations. The usual burn-in period is not required, because the speakers are artificially aged in-house. Please read the technical description and manual to take advantage of the capabilities of these speakers and ensure safe operation. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
The components include two 6.5-inch cone woofers and eight 1-inch dome tweeters. Both are effectively secured from destruction by an internal protective circuit. The coaxial arrangement ensures a homogeneous coverage and this also reduces the size of these powerful sound reinforcement systems. The TS 53K employs our reliable cardioid technology. Because of the strong vertical focusing, distractions by ceiling and floor reflections are effectively reduced. Thanks to both of these technical features the operation of these speaker systems in acoustically difficult environments is simplified. Optionally our TT-subwoofers can be employed to extend the bass transmission range by more than one octave. A variety of available mountings provide easy assembly almost every application. Special adapters enable a vertical column of up to two TS 53K to flexibly adjust the acoustic reach to the actual case of application. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
Nominal input power 240 W Nominal impedance 8 Ω optional 100 V (100/200/400 Ω switchable) Electronic crossover frequency 2.2 kHz Directivity index see diagram Input connector 2× Speakon NL 4 (parallel) optional 2× XLR4 (at 100 V) Overload protection self-resetting Dimensions (h × w × d) 425 × 210 × 250 mm (16.8″ × 8.3″ × 9.9″) Weight without 100 V transformer (standard) 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs) with 100 V transformer (optional) 11.1 kg (24.5 lbs) Environmental specifications Operating temperature +15 °C … +35 °C (+59 °F ... +95 °F) Storage temperature −25 °C … +45 °C (−13 °F ... +113 °F) Relative humidity 45 % … 75 % Design of the cabinet lumber core plywood with scratch proof structure coating black RAL9005, other colours on request Additional accessories (optional) security lug stand, wall and ceiling mount elements musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
; EN55103-2 Immunity Disposal Products built by us belong to B2C-class of the WEEE guidelines and must not be disposed with domestic waste. 5.2.1 Germany It is not allowed to dispose of used electrical equipment as domestic waste. Non-reusable parts of the mounting accessories have to be disposed according to national environmental regulations. Ensure disposal of damaged mounting accessories before they could be reused. But do not dispose these products and accessories at official collecting points for recycling either! Disposal of Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH products labelled with a waste bin sign have thus to be disposed of by Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH alone. Please call Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH at the number stated below if you have a Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH product to be disposed. We will offer you a straightforward and professional disposal not affecting cost. If there is no waste bin sign on one of your Musikelectronic Geithain GmbH products, because they have been sold before March 2006 then by law the owner is in charge of the disposal. For these we will be happy to assist and offer you proper ways of disposal. Declaration: With the ElektroG (law relating to electrical and electronic equipment and appliances) we have complied with the EU-directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE, 2002/96/ EC). musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
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Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein (except Germany) mentioned in the WEE from 08/13/2005 onwards with a sign with a crossed out waste bin and a white bar below. This sign indicates that the disposal into the domestic waste is prohibited and that the product has been put into circulation at the 08/13/2005 earliest. Unfortunately the European directive WEEE has been complied with implementing different national provisions of law throughout all member countries, which makes it impossible for us to offer consistent solutions for the disposal throughout Europe. Responsible for complying with these provisions of law is the local distributor (importer) of each country. For proper disposition of used products in accordance with these local provisions in the mentioned countries of the European Union (except Germany) please ask your local dealer or the local authorities. 5.2.3 Other countries For proper disposition of used products in accordance with these local provisions in other countries please ask your local dealer or the local authorities. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
Safety instructions Like using any other electrical device you should observe the following operation guidelines, safety instructions and warning signs to ensure optimum functionality and safety of operation! ; Read these instructions carefully. ; Keep these instructions during the life cycle at a safe place. The instructions are an important part of the product. ; Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. ; The product may only be used in accordance with the information provided in the user manual. Before and during the usage of the amplifier please ensure that all recommendations, especially the safety recommendations in the user manual, are adhered to. ; Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury, and damage to the product. ; Do not expose the device to direct sun radiation. ; Do not try to insert anything into device openings. ; Do not install the device in rooms with high humidity. ; The device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids shall be placed on the device. ; Clean only with dry or slightly moistened cloth. ; Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing cover may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. ; There is risk of electric shock when the device is open. ; Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
Correction of damages to the coating / changing the front foam Although the used coating is highly resistant, the use of protective covers or flight cases is recommended to avoid damages during transport. If damages to the coating occur despite these precautions, the coating could be restored with acrylic paint in the same RAL colour as the speaker. Signal cord protection Signal cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon them or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, and the point where they exit from the device. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
Sound level Reduce the level to minimum before you turn on the speaker to prevent sudden high levels of noise which may cause hearing or speaker damage. Unboxing The speakers are shipped in proper condition. Unpack the speaker carefully and check for visible damages. In case of damages report them to your retailer. Keep the packaging, in case the speaker has to be transported in the future. To unpack the device please refer to the additional user manual for unboxing. Delivery contents ; Speaker TS 53K ; Technical description and user manual Cleaning The speaker is made of real wood veneer and needs to be nurtured in the same way as furnishings. We advise quality wax polish to ensure durability of the veneer. Surfaces can also be cleaned with tidy, slightly damped, fuzz-free, smooth cloth. Environmental conditions Ensure the following environmental conditions in your listening room: ; Operating temperature +15 °C ... +35 °C (+59 °F ... +95 °F) ; Storage temperature range −25 °C ... +45 °C (−13 °F ... +113 °F) ; Relative humidity 45 % ... 75 % Guarantee acknowledgements Opening the device by unauthorized personnel leads to all claims under guarantee expire. In case of destruction by overload, misuse or outside influences there are no claims under guarantee. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
Stability of stacked systems (including stands and distance rods) is ensured, when the following requirement is fulfilled: Stacked systems may not fall even if they are inclined more than 10° in any direction. To fulfil this requirement take measures to achieve compliance. One possibility is strapping the stacked speakers to a solid base or using safety straps. 6.1.3 Accurate alignment of the speakers The environment heavily influences the result of the sound reinforcement, so absolute statements are not possible. A proper alignment of the speakers leads to hearable increases in quality. Mid and high range systems should be installed above height of head of the audience to prevent shadowing of sound. A lower installation height results in greater differences in level between front and back seats compared to speakers with higher installation height. Please note that this is just a general guideline and the best possible result may vary from room to room. 6.1.4 Mounting and fastening elements Mounting and fastening elements for ceiling, wall or stand installation as well as user specific solutions are available from the retailer or manufacturer. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
I NSTALLATION AND OPERATION Starting up the speakers Each time a visual inspection and functional check is recommend before starting up the speakers. If there are doubts regarding proper operating condition or safety of the speaker, the speaker mustn‘t be used. When chain hoists are in operation ensure nobody is directly underneath or in the vicinity to the load. 6.2.1 Visual inspection To reduce risk of accidents by failure or dysfunction of a component all systems need regular checks. ; visual inspection of all outside parts for obvious damage (e. g. scratches, damages of any kind) ; visual inspection of all mounting accessories for obvious damage (e. g. scratches, corrosion) ; inspection of front grille and foam for secure attachment ; regular lubrication of all sockets with WD-40 or similar products 6.2.2 Functional check ; When the system is ready for operation turn up the level on the mixing console. Then the levels of the top cabinets and bass systems should be balanced. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
; Use only cables complying with national security regulations Before use, inspect the cables for obvious damages (e. g. through bends). ; Switch on peripheral devices (mixing consoles, effects, etc.) first, speakers should be the last devices to be switched on. Stick to this order, otherwise switching noises could damage the systems. ; In case of noise, turn off all devices in reverse order and check all cable connections. After that switch on the other peripheral devices and check them for interferences. ; As symmetrical in- and output connectors Speakon sockets are provided ; Ensure all cables are installed in a way that nobody can trip over them. musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
T ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Error description Possible causes Corrective measures No sound Speakers are not connected Examine the connections to correctly the speakers No input signal available Apply an analogue input signal musikelectronic geithain GmbH TS 53K...
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