| Safety AXM 12A Safety Danger! The lightning symbol inside a triangle notifies the user of high-voltage, uninsulated lines and contacts inside the devices that could result in fatal electrocution if touched. Warning! An exclamation mark inside a triangle refers the user to important operating and service instructions in the documentation for the equipment.
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AXM 12A Safety | en 15. To ensure the device is completely free of voltage, unplug the device from the power supply. 16. When installing the device, ensure that the plug is freely accessible. 17. Do not place any sources of open flame, such as lit candles, on top of the device.
| Quick overview AXM 12A Quick overview Your AXM 12A is designed so that you can easily set it up and start using it right away. Follow the steps on the next few pages to set up your AXM 12A. Caution! Read all the instructions in this document and the safety notes starting on page 4 before you plug your AXM 12A into a power outlet.
Route cables so that performers, production crew and audience members will not trip over the cables. Secure cables with wire ties or tape whenever possible. Tripod The AXM 12A loudspeaker includes a 35 mm (1-3/8 in) stand mount to allow mounting on tripod stands or above a subwoofer. Make sure to: •...
AXM 12A Connection | en Connection Mains input (MAINS IN) The device receives its power supply via the MAINS IN socket. Only the provided power cord may be used. Connect the device only to a mains network, which corresponds to the requirements indicated on the type plate.
| Connection AXM 12A 5.2.2 Aux input Stereo unbalanced RCA type INPUT 3 AUX IN for connecting sources such as CD players or MP3 players. See menu item MIX OUT link in section Menu, page 12 how this input can be used.
Display 6.2.1 Home screen The home screen appears a few seconds after switching the AXM 12A on. Control Turn the MENU/ENTER rotary encoder to edit the level setting or press the MENU/ENTER rotary encoder to enter the menu (see Menu, page 12).
Monitor1 Monitor1/2/3, This menu item is used to select the GuitarCab, function the AXM 12A is used for. The type MAIN PA, TOP + of sound the loudspeaker will deliver is adjusted accordingly. Please refer to section Functions, page 14 for details.
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AXM 12A Configuration | en Menu item Default Range Description MIX OUT L+R, R This menu item is used to select which signal of INPUT 3 AUX IN should be output at MIX OUT and which signal should be delivered by the loudspeaker.
| Configuration AXM 12A 6.2.3 Functions This section describes the functions (factory presets) of the AXM 12A that you can select in the menu. Preset Name Description number Monitor 1 Intended for use as a floor monitor with a flat frequency response.
Caution! Extremely high acoustic output Before switching the AXM 12A’s power on, make sure to set the level controls in their fully counterclockwise position -∞. Otherwise, this could result in extremely high acoustic output, especially when the connected audio source is already playing. It is particularly dangerous when a microphone is connected, because of the possibility of acoustic feedback.
| Troubleshooting AXM 12A Troubleshooting Avoid acoustical feedback Several circumstances and conditions have an influence on how sensitive or insensitive your system is for acoustical feedback. The following notes are meant to assist you in avoiding feedback and you should take them into consideration even before you activate the feedback filter.
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AXM 12A Troubleshooting | en Figure 8.1: Open the fuse cover using a screw driver Warning! Never install a fuse larger than what the circuit was designed to be protected with. Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH User manual 18-Mar-14 | 02 | F01U290507...
| Maintenance AXM 12A Maintenance The AXM 12A does not require any maintenance. 18-Mar-14 | 02 | F01U290507 User manual Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH...
AXM 12A Technical data | en Technical data Description Powered monitor speaker for multifunctional applications Maximum amplifier output 520 W capability, IHF-A Low amplifier power 360 W IHF-A, 260 W RMS Mid-high amplifier power 160 W IHF-A, 75 W RMS Maximum SPL (1 meter) 128 dB (calc.)
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| Technical data AXM 12A Net weight 14.9 kg Shipping weight 18.4 kg Enclosure material 15 mm birch plywood Enclosure finish Heavy duty structured lacquer Color Black (RAL 9005, jet black) Grille Powder coated steel, acoustic foam Pole mount adaptor...
| Appendices AXM 12A Appendices 11.1 System examples Figure 11.1: Monitor application with two AXM 12A connected to a CMS mixer 18-Mar-14 | 02 | F01U290507 User manual Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH...
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Figure 11.2: Tripod application with stereo playback plus microphone. Set the menu item MIX OUT of the left AXM 12A to R, so the left (L) signal is played only from the left AXM 12A. The right (R) signal is output via MIX OUT and is played from the right AXM 12A.
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| Appendices AXM 12A Figure 11.3: Application with two PowerSub 212 powered subwoofers. Set the menu item Function to MAIN PA, as the AXM 12As are connected to the MID/HIGH outputs of the subwoofers. 18-Mar-14 | 02 | F01U290507...
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AXM 12A Appendices | en Figure 11.4: Application with two A 118A powered subwoofers. Set the menu item Function to TOP + SUB, as the AXM 12As are connected to the LINK OUTPUTs of the subwoofers. Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH User manual...
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