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- Page 1 AVE GmbH Digitally Steerable Column Speaker A s c o l t o A.V.E. GmbH Audio Vertriebs- Entwicklungsgesellschaft Germany...
- Page 2 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Digitally Steerable Column Speaker Ascolto Installation Manual A.V.E. GmbH - Germany Document Version 1.2 – December 2024 Page 2...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Table of Contents Approvals Warnings Introduction Unpacking Preparing for Installation Mechanical installation AC Mains Supply Audio Inputs Audio Connections LED Panel RS485 Network Connections Warranty Technical Assistance and Service A.V.E. GmbH - Germany Document Version 1.2 –... -
Page 4: Approvals
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 1. Approvals This equipment conforms to the requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. AVE products bearing the CE label comply with the following standards: EN55032 EN61000-3 EN61000-4... - Page 5 15. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. AVE GmbH cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed. A.V.E. GmbH - Germany Document Version 1.2 –...
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Page 6: Introduction
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 3. Introduction Dear valued customers, congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speaker. The A s c o l t o digitally steerable column speakers are a comprehensive set of column loudspeakers to address people with clear intelligible audio wherever large reverberant spaces degrade audio quality. -
Page 7: Unpacking And Inspection
Carefully open the shipping box and check for any signs of damage to the packaging or its contents. Each Ascolto digitally steerable column speaker undergoes rigorous testing and inspection before leaving the factory and is designed to arrive in perfect condition. -
Page 8: Preparing For Installation
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 5. Preparing for Installation 1. Prepare a Safe and Clean Workspace: Set up an assembly area that is clean, stable, and free from obstructions. Cover the assembly area with a heavy cloth or other soft material to protect the speaker components during assembly. -
Page 9: Mechanical Installation
Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent equipment malfunctions, do not install the Ascolto digitally controlled column speaker in locations exposed to both high temperatures and high humidity. - Page 10 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 1. Identify the Components: Each bracket consists of two parts: the base plate for wall mounting and the adjustable arm for speaker attachment. 2. Prepare the Wall: Place the wall brackets with hinges flat against the wall and mark the positions for the 8 mm or greater holes for the wall plugs.
- Page 11 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 6.3 - Mounting Position The A s c o l t o digitally steerable column speakers are designed to be mounted on a vertical surface. If the column loudspeaker is aimed up or down such that it is not planar to the vertical plane, the effective audio coverage area could be considerably modified.
- Page 12 (referring to the side with audio/network input panel). It is highly recommended that the “Column Height” dimension entered in the AVE Line Array User Control software is exactly the same as the height of the line array loudspeaker column. NOTE!
- Page 13 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Audio/Network Power Panel Input Panel Audio/Network Power Panel Input Panel Mounting Height Figure: Mounting Height. A.V.E. GmbH - Germany Document Version 1.2 – December 2024 Page 13...
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Page 14: Ac Mains Supply
Ascolto column speakers to be powered up simultaneously. 7.1 - Connecting to AC power The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers are equipped with different power connection systems based on the series. Proper connection is essential to ensure safe and reliable operation. Refer to the following instructions for each series. - Page 15 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Figure: Power panel at top of Ascolto column speaker (AH, LH Series). Figure: 3-pin IEC mains connector (AH, LH Series). Figure: Power cable access (AH, LH Series). A.V.E. GmbH - Germany Document Version 1.2 – December 2024...
- Page 16 Neutral Table: 3-pin IEC connector pinout (mod. EN 60320 - C14). Note: The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers are Class 1 devices, which means the chassis is connected to the earth pin of the mains connector. It is essential that this pin is securely connected to the electrical earth/ground to ensure proper safety and operation.
- Page 17 Figure: Wago Socket 770-203. Note: The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers are Class 1 devices, which means the chassis is connected to the earth pin of the mains connector. It is essential that this pin is securely connected to the electrical earth/ground to ensure proper safety and operation.
- Page 18 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Note: Ensure that the mains cable used has a sufficient diameter to safely carry the current required by the Ascolto column speaker. Consult the datasheet for the maximum current specification of the speaker and select a cable with appropriate current-carrying capacity based on the installation's length and electrical safety standards.
- Page 19 The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers incorporate a sophisticated and comprehensive set of protection features. To prevent any damage or costly service interruptions, the Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers offer advanced features to protect internal circuits. These features even protect the mains fuse that, in extreme cases, could be overloaded.
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Page 20: Audio Inputs
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 8. Audio Inputs The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers are available in two distinct variants to meet different installation and usage needs: Standard Version: This variant is equipped with two balanced input channels capable of accepting audio signals at either line 0 dBu level or from a 100 V level speaker distribution system. - Page 21 AUDIO INPUT 2 - 100V Figure: Audio input connectors in rear panel. The Ascolto digitally steerable column speaker - Standard version - provides two balanced input channels that accept audio signals at either line 0 dBu level, or from a 100 V level speaker distribution system. Two balanced 3-pole, 3.81 mm-pitch connector inputs are available at the top of...
- Page 22 Table: Line 0 dBu connector pinout. 8.1.2 - 100 V Input Use the 100 V input if The Ascolto digitally steerable column speaker unit is being installed as part of a system which uses other 100 V line loudspeakers. The 100 V input is transformer-coupled, providing galvanic isolation, ensuring superior safety, and preventing electrical interference or ground loops during operation.
- Page 23 Line 0 dBu input. This allows flexibility in combining sources if needed. 8.2.1 - Dante Input To connect the Ascolto Column Speaker to a DANTE network, follow these steps: 1. Access the LED Bottom Panel: ...
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Page 24: Audio Connections
9.2 - Chassis Ground The Ascolto digitally steerable column speaker uses to bond the input cable shield connected at pin 3 of audio input connectors as directly as possible to his conductive aluminum chassis, solidly bonded to safety earth. - Page 25 9.3 - Balanced Output Driving The use of a balanced connection between the audio driving unit (e.g., a mixer) and the Ascolto digitally controlled column speaker, with the shield connected to chassis ground (i.e., safety earth) at both ends at the point of entry, provides the best available performance (see figure below).
- Page 26 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual AUDIO DRIVING UNIT CHASSIS ASCOLTO COLUMN SPEAKER CHASSIS BALANCED LINE INPUT EARTH CHASSIS GROUND CHASSIS GROUND CHASSIS GROUND i.e. i.e. SAFETY EARTH SAFETY EARTH Figure: fully balanced connection with “chassis ground” at driver unit.
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Page 27: Led Panel
(e.g. a mixer) can drive up to 16 digitally line array units before line-drivers would be required to buffer the signal. 10. LED Panel 10.1 - LED indications The Ascolto digitally steerable column speaker unit’s bottom panel presents power, RS-485/Infrared communication and fault condition indicators. Infrared... -
Page 28: Rs485 Network Connections
General Fault Table: LED Status Descriptions. 11. RS-485 Network Connection The Ascolto digitally steerable column speakers are equipped with an RS- 485 network connection, enabling comprehensive control through a PC using the dedicated AVE Line Array User Control software. The RS-485 bus is a robust, industry-standard communication protocol designed for reliable data transmission over long distances and in electrically noisy environments. - Page 29 Data - Digital Ground Table: RS485 connector pinout. Up to 32 Ascolto digitally controlled column speakers can be connected in a daisy-chain configuration, enabling centralized control from a single PC. However, the maximum number of speakers that can be effectively integrated depends on the complexity and layout of the RS-485 network.
- Page 30 This address can be pre-assigned during factory programming. 11.2 – Ascolto Configuration Kit The PC running AVE Line Array User Control software should be connected to the column speaker using the USB to RS-485 converter and cables supplied with the AVE Line Array User Control - Configuration Kit.
- Page 31 11.4 - Wiring Configuration RS-485 cable supplied with AVE Line Array User Control Configuration Kit is intended to connect PC and line array unit within a short distance. If any longer connection or to implement daisy-chain multiple Ascolto column speakers in parallel, use standard straight Cat-5 Ethernet.
- Page 32 Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual Description Data - Data + Digital Ground DB-9 male connector Table: DB-9 male connector pinout of USB – RS-485 converter. 11.5 – RS-485 Line Termination RS-485 has defined the termination as 120 Ω parallel termination across the differentia lines of the bus.
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Page 33: Warranty
Ascolto Digitally Steerable Column Speakers – Installation Manual 12. Warranty This product is manufactured by AVE GmbH, and it is warranted to be free from any defects caused by components or factory workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase from an authorized AVE GmbH dealer. -
Page 34: Technical Assistance And Service
13. Technical Assistance and Service International If your AVE GmbH product requires repair, contact your dealer or distributor, or contact AVE GmbH by fax or email to obtain the location of the nearest authorized service centre. Factory service In the event AVE GmbH product requires factory service, you may contact AVE GmbH’s service department for return instructions and a Return... - Page 35 Corporation. Trademarks AVE GmbH, “Ascolto” and the AVE logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of AVE GmbH in the Germany and other countries. Other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.
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