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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response
This measurement is useful in determining how accurately a given unit
reproduces an input signal. The frequency response of the Versarray 112
is measured at a distance of 1 meter using a 1 watt (into the nominal
impedance) swept-sine input signal. As shown in figure 1, the selected
drivers in the Versarray 112 combine to give a smooth frequency response
from 110 Hz to 20 kHz, with signal processing.
Directivity
Beamwidth is derived from the -6 dB points from the polar plots which
are measured in a whole space anechoic environment. Q and Directivity
Index are plotted for the on-axis measurement position. These are
specifications that provide a reference to the coverage characteristics
of the unit. These parameters provide insight for proper placement and
installation in the chosen environment. The blending of the components
of the Versarray 112 and the Peavey VSX™ 26 or Peavey Digitool™ MX
speaker processor and crossover with the Versarray 112 pre-sets, exhibit
a desirable beamwidth and directivity (figure 3 & 4) suitable for sound
reinforcement applications.
Power Handling
There are many different approaches to power handling ratings. Peavey
rates this loudspeaker system's power handling using the AES Standard
2-1984. Using audio band pink noise of the proper range for each
driver, with peaks of four times the RMS level, and then running the
signal through either the Peavey VSX 26 or Peavey Digitool MX speaker
processor and crossover with the Versarray 112 pre-sets, this strenuous
test signal assures the user that every portion of this system can
withstand today's high technology music. This rating is contingent upon
having a minimum of 3 dB of amplifier headroom available.
Harmonic Distortion
Second and third harmonic distortions vs. frequency are plotted in figures
5 & 6 for two power levels. Those levels are one watt of input power and
ten watts of input power, to the woofer, at 1 kHz. Distortion is read from
the graph as the difference between the fundamental signal (frequency
response) and the desired harmonic. As an example, a distortion curve
that is down 40 dB from the fundamental is equivalent to 1% distortion.
Mounting
Caution: Before attempting to suspend this speaker, consult a
certified structural engineer.
Speaker can fall from improper suspension, resulting in serious
injury and property damage. Other enclosures may be suspended below
one. However, the combined weight of additional enclosures and all
cables, clamps and other hardware must not exceed 270 pounds. The
Versarray 112 weighs 54 pounds and the maximum combined weight
suspended from the uppermost mounting bracket assemblies must not
exceed 324 pounds. Maximum enclosure angle 45°. Use only the correct
mating hardware. All associated rigging is the responsibility of others.
Architectural & Engineering Specifications
The loudspeaker system shall be a two-way, sealed enclosure with a built-
in cabinet-to-cabinet rigging and angle adjustment system included. The
unit shall have an operating bandwidth of 110 Hz to 20 kHz, with signal
processing. The nominal output level of the woofer shall be 96 dB, and
of the tweeters 99 dB when measured at a distance of one meter with an
input of one watt. The nominal impedance shall be 8 ohms for the woofer,
and internally switchable to either 4 or 16 ohms for the tweeters. The
maximum continuous power handling for the woofer shall be 500 watts,
maximum program power of 1,000 watts and a peak power input of at
least 2,000 watts, and for the tweeters it shall be 80 watts continuous,
maximum program power of 160 watts and a peak power input of at
least 320 watts, with a minimum amplifier headroom of 3 dB. The woofer
shall be a Peavey Black Widow® Neo series, with a 4" voice coil, and the
two tweeters shall be a Peavey RD™ 1.6 with true ribbon construction,
transformer coupled to the driving amplifier used. The tweeters shall be
provided with a self-resetting protection circuit internal to the cabinet to
help prevent damage to the tweeters during a power overload condition.
Input shall be via two Neutrik Speakon type 4-pin jacks connected in
parallel.
Versarray
112
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The nominal radiation geometry shall be 90 degrees in the horizontal
plane and 15 degrees in the vertical plane for a single Versarray 112
cabinet. There shall be stand mount cups provided for stand use, one cup
on one side for a stand angle perpendicular to the cabinet side, the other
cup on the other side angled 5 degrees down from perpendicular, with
regard to the front of the cabinet.
The outside dimensions shall be 14.06 inches high by 25.25 inches wide
by 11.75 inches deep. The cabinet shall be constructed of 18 mm 13 ply
birch plywood. The weight shall be 54 pounds. The loudspeaker system
shall be a Peavey model Versarray 112.
Caution! Important Safety Information for Rigging and
Flying the Versarray 112 Speaker System
Caution: Before attempting to suspend these speakers, consult
a certified structural engineer. The speaker can fall from improper
suspension, resulting in serious injury and property damage.
Other enclosures may be suspended below one Versarray 112 cabinet.
However, the combined weight of additional enclosures and all
cables, clamps, and other hardware must not exceed 378 pounds. The
Versarray 112 weighs 54 pounds and the maximum combined weight
suspended from the uppermost mounting bracket assemblies must not
exceed 432 pounds.
Before you fly the array, be sure to inspect the rigging and flying
hardware to insure that it is mechanically sound and has not been
damaged, there should be no significant distortion of the shape of the
coupling brackets, cabinet brackets, or fly bar, and the hardware should
be checked for tightness.
IF ANY OF THE BRACKETS, OR THE FLY BAR HAS BEEN DAMAGED OR
DISTORTED, DO NOT USE, AND DO NOT FLY THE ARRAY UNTIL THEY CAN
BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED!
DO NOT USE THE COUPLING BRACKETS AS HANDLES TO TRANSPORT
THE CABINETS!
Use only the correct mating hardware. All associated rigging is the
responsibility of others.
Warning! Do not feed a full-range signal to the tweeters in the Versarray
112! This could damage the tweeters and/or the driving amplifier!
These ribbon tweeter diaphragms are transformer coupled to the power
amp, and present a very low impedance load below 300 Hz.
It is recommended that for set-up or testing purposes, a high frequency
sweep starting or ending no lower than 300 Hz be used to verify that the
tweeters are connected to the high frequency output of the crossover/
processor. If the wiring has been swapped, and the signal is mistakenly
fed to the woofers, output will fall off significantly above 5 kHz. Always
double-check and test your wiring before applying any music signals
to the system! The ribbon tweeters are connected to the Neutrik®
Speakon® pins 2+ and 2-, as per industry standards.
If there is any chance that trained personnel are not going to be
connecting and operating the system, then it would be advisable to place
a high quality polypropylene film cap in series with the tweeters, 40 uF for
a 4 ohm wiring, and 10 uF for a 16 ohm wiring.
Caution! Ribbon Tweeters do not exhibit audible signs of distress when
overloaded! It is possible to exceed the physical and/or thermal limits by
overloading the unit suddenly with excess power, even though there are
no obvious sounds of distress.
CAUTION! In order to prevent damage to the ribbon tweeters, keep the
Versarray 112 system away from metal filings at all times. Do not expose
ribbons to blasts of air, and do not use canned air to spray the ribbons,
as this can result in damage. Do not expose ribbons to liquids or caustic
fumes, and keep away from salt spray.
3 + 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
NOTE:
For details, refer to the warranty statement. Copies of
this statement may be obtained by contacting Peavey Electronics
Corporation, P.O. Box 2898, Meridian, Mississippi 39301-2898.
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