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Page 1: User Manual
GEO M6 Series Geo M620 & Geo M6Bass Tangent Array Modules User Manual GEO M6 Series User Manual V1.01 Date: 2014/07/21... - Page 2 The Configurable Directivity Flange. A waveguide that allows the operator to alter its behaviour. An unprecedented NEXO development that is easy to use – once you know how and when. The Directivity Phase Device needs no operator input to function, but it is reassuring to know that the coupling of the midrange of the system is considered as important as the high frequencies…...
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Page 3: Please Read Carefully Before Proceeding
Water exposure: Do not expose the speaker system to direct rain, do not use it near water or in wet conditions. Do not place containers with liquid on speaker system as they might spill into openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the speaker system, have it inspected by qualified NEXO personnel. SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT SAFETY RULES Read User Manual before deployment. - Page 4 Page 4/62 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEXO TD CONTROLLERS NEXO ANALOGUE PSTDCONTROLLERS, NX242 DIGITAL CONTROLLER, NXAMP4x1 NXAMP4x4 POWERED CONTROLLERS CLASS APPARATUS AND MUST BE EARTHED. THE GREEN AND YELLOW WIRE OF THE MAINS CORD MUST ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO AN INSTALLATION SAFETY EARTH OR GROUND.
- Page 5 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Page 5/62 HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient period of time.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
NXAMP TDC ................10 ONTROLLERS 3.1.1 NXAMP connectors ......................10 3.1.2 GEO M6 and NXAMP4x1 recommended loading ............10 GEO M6 SETUPS ON NEXO TD CONTROLLERS ..............11 NXAMP TDC ....................11 ONTROLLERS CONNECTION DIAGRAMS ...................... 12 – 2 GEO M620... - Page 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................42 11.1 LS18 S ....................... 42 UBWOOFER 11.1.1 System specifications ....................42 11.1.2 Dimensions ......................... 43 11.2 GEO M620 M ......................44 ODULE 11.2.1 System specifications ....................44 11.2.2 Dimensions ......................... 45 11.3 GEO M6B ......................46 ODULE 11.3.1...
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Page 8: Introduction
Page 8/62 NTRODUCTION NTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a NEXO GEO M6 Series Tangent Array System. This manual is intended to provide you with necessary and useful information about your GEO M6 System, which includes the following products: GEO M620 is a 20° Tangent Array Module. It comprises 1x6.5”... -
Page 9: Geo M6 General Set-Up Instructions
NSTRUCTIONS 2.1 Speaker connection GEO M620 and M6B are connected with Speakon NL4FC plugs (not supplied). The 4 pins of the 2 Speakon sockets identified in / out are connected in parallel within the enclosure. Either connector can be used to connect to NXAMP or to link to an additional Geo M6 cabinet. -
Page 10: Amplifier Selection For Use With Geo M6 & Ls18
GEO M6 & LS18 MPLIFIER ELECTION FOR USE WITH 3.1 GEO M6 and NXAMP TDControllers NEXO Powered TDControllers NXAMP 4X1 is an integrated solution for Control and amplification for all NEXO speaker ranges. NXAMP4x1 power capability is listed in the table below: Mode... -
Page 11: Geo M6 Setups On Nexo Td Controllers
GEO M6 S NEXO TD C ETUPS ON ONTROLLERS 4.1 NXAMP TDControllers As of this manual printing date, load 3.22 features the setups listed in below table in the “NEXO configurations” menu. NEXO recommended setups 'M620-LS18 120Hz' LS18 (bridged with CH2) -
Page 12: Connection Diagrams
Page 12/62 ONNECTION DIAGRAMS ONNECTION DIAGRAMS 5.1 6 x GEO M620 stereo – 2 x LS18 mono on NXAMP4x1 Channels 1 & 2 are bridge mono for 2xLS18, channel 3 & 4 drive 3 GEO M620 each... - Page 13 Page 13/62 ONNECTION DIAGRAMS 5.2 12 x GEO M620 on NXAMP4x1 Each NXAMP4x1 channel drives 3 GEO M620...
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Page 14: Geo M620 On Nxamp4 1
Page 14/62 ONNECTION DIAGRAMS 5.3 3 x GEO M620 stereo – 3 x GEO M6B stereo - 2 x LS18 mono on NXAMP4x1 Channels 1 & 2 are bridge mono for 2xLS18, channel 3 drives 3xGEO M6Bass, channel 4 drives 3x... -
Page 15: Geo M620 Stereo Geo M6B Stereo On Nxamp4 1
Page 15/62 ONNECTION DIAGRAMS 5.4 6 x GEO M620 stereo – 6x GEO M6B stereo on NXAMP4x1 Channels 1 & 3 drive 3xGEO M6Bass each, channels 2&4 drive 3xGEO M620 each. -
Page 16: Simulation Software
20 degrees to determine the required amount number of GEO M620 cabinets. NS-1 is an easy to use tool that allows to shape the energy leaving the cluster to fit the audience. It predicts pressure levels radiated from the system to ensure enough cabinets are provided for the application, as well as mechanical constraints for safe flown systems. -
Page 17: Configurable Directivity Device
Remove the 2 TORX screws per flange on each side of the GEO Waveguide (drawings below); Install the 120° flanges with the 2 TORX screws Re-install the grid, being careful that the NEXO logo must be on the woofer side. REMOVING THE GRILL... -
Page 18: When & Where To Use Configurable Directivity Flanges
If 120° Configurable Directivity Devices are installed at the bottom cabinet of the clusters, coverage will look more like the pattern in right figure below. -6dB coverage, all GEO M620 in 80° configuration -6dB coverage, bottom GEO M620 in 120° configuration In curved vertical arrays, the 120°... -
Page 19: Geo M6 Hardware Setup Procedure
However, user must always apply his or her knowledge, experience and common sense. If in any doubt, seek advice from your supplier or NEXO agent. This manual offers guidance only for GEO M6 loudspeaker systems. References in this manual to other rigging equipment such as motor hoists, steels, shackles etc. -
Page 20: Ground Stacking Safety
If wind velocity reaches or exceeds Beaufort 7 (60 km/h – 38 mp/h), the system must be landed. The GEO M6 Rigging System requires regular inspection and testing by a competent test centre. NEXO recommend that the system is load tested and certified annually or more frequently if local regulations require. -
Page 21: Contacts
HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.1.3 Contacts Correct training is fundamental to safe practise when working with loudspeakers flying systems. NEXO recommend that users contact local industry associations for information on specialist course. Information for International training agencies can be obtained by contacting either:... -
Page 22: General Description
GEO M620 GEO M620Bass GEO M6BASS and GEO M620 feature a 3 point rigging system, 2 for front connection, and 1 for rear connection and angle splay settings. Angle splay setting sequence is: 0.5° - 2° - 5° - 10° - 15° - 20°... -
Page 23: Geo M6 Angle Setting Bar Configuration
GEO M6 Page 23/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.2.3 GEO M6 Angle Setting Bar configuration GEO M6 angle setting bar connects 2 x GEO M6 with 2 x VXT-BL515. It can be set upwards or downwards or removed on user’s choice (independently from “Left” and “Right” configuration): If the angle settings bars are set downwards, it will have to be removed from cluster bottom cabinet If angle setting bars are set upwards, it will have to be removed when attached to GMT-LBUMP In order to avoid misuse or wrong angle setting by confusing left and right printings on GEO M6,... -
Page 24: Accessories And Kits
Page 24/62 GEO M6 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.2.4 Accessories and kits Geo M6 accessories are: GMT-BUMPER GMT-EXBAR GMT-LBUMP (up to 12xGeo M6 max) (up to 3xGeo M6 max) GMT-LBPADPT GMT-BPADPT VNT-POLE GMI-BNFIX GMI-IPCOV GMT-6CASE VNI-WS15 VNT-TCBRK VNT-XHBRK Please refer to sections 11 and 12 of this manual for more information on above references... -
Page 25: Described Configurations
GEO M6 Page 25/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.2.5 Described configurations FIX INSTALLATION APPLICATIONS SECTION 8.3.1 SECTION 8.3.2 1 to 3 GEO M6 WALL MOUNTED 1 to 3 GEO M6 CEILING MOUNTED SECTION 8.3.3 4 to 12 GEO M6 CEILING MOUNTED TOURING APPLICATIONS SECTION 8.3.4 1 to 3 GEO M6 POLE MOUNTED... -
Page 26: Warnings On Geo M6 Accessories
Never use other accessories – including push-pins - when assembling GEO M6 cabinets than the ones provided by NEXO: NEXO will decline responsibility over the entire GEO M6 accessory range if any component is purchased from different supplier. WARNING 3 All GEO M6 accessories have been designed so that cabinets are arrayed vertically. -
Page 27: To 3 (Maximum) Geo M6 Wall Mounted
GEO M6 Page 27/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.1 1 to 3 (maximum) GEO M6 wall mounted Required items 1 x VNI-WS15 1 x GMT-LBUMP 1 to 3 GMT-BNFIX 3 x 12mm diameter screws (not provided) IMPORTANT Ensure that the wall is strong enough to hold GEO M6 cluster weight and that the 12 mm diameter screws and corresponding plugs required to fix the VNI-WS15 on the wall are properly dimensioned. -
Page 28: To 3 (Maximum) Geo M6 Ceiling Mounted
Page 28/62 GEO M6 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.2 1 to 3 (maximum) Geo M6 ceiling mounted Required items 1 x GMT-LBUMP 1 to 3 x GMT-BNFIX 4 x 8mm diameter screws (not provided) IMPORTANT Ensure that the ceiling is strong enough to hold GEO M6 cluster weight and that the four screws 8 mm diameter and corresponding plugs required to fix the GMT-LBUMP under the ceiling are properly dimensioned. -
Page 29: To 12 (Maximum) Geo M6 Ceiling Mounted
GEO M6 Page 29/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.3 4 to 12 (maximum) GEO M6 ceiling mounted Required items 1 x GMT-BUMPER 4 to 12 x GMT-BNFIX 4 x 8mm diameter screws (not provided) IMPORTANT Ensure that the ceiling is strong enough to hold GEO M6 cluster weight and that the four screws 8 mm diameter and corresponding plugs required to fix the bumper under the ceiling are properly dimensioned. -
Page 30: To 3 (Maximum) Geo M6 Pole Mounted
IMPORTANT (NEXO SUB POLE STAND) - NEXO VXT-PLSTD pole stand only should be used for mounting on top of NEXO SUB - NEXO SUB must always be installed on a horizontal surface; - Ensure that public is not allowed within a safety area which radius is equal or higher... - Page 31 GEO M6 Page 31/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Procedure Attach the GMT-LBADPT to the GMT-LBUMPER by using the screws, washers and bolts provided with GMT-LBDAPT; Use the 2 pins provided with VNT-POLE to attach L-BUMP at required vertical angle, according to below drawings;...
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Page 32: To 3 Geo (Maximum) M6 Truss Or Cable Mounted
Page 32/62 GEO M6 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.5 1 to 3 GEO (maximum) M6 truss or cable mounted Required items 1 x GMT-LBUMP 1 x GMT-LBADPT 1 x VNT-TCBRK (truss mounting) or 1 x VNT-XHBRK (cable mounting) 3 x VXT-BL515 for first GEO M6 4 x VXT-BL515 for second and third GEO M6 IMPORTANT Ensure that suspension point is strong enough to hold GEO M6 cluster weight (35 kg) -
Page 33: To 6 (Maximum) Geo M6 Stacked On Sub
GEO M6 Page 33/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.6 1 to 6 (maximum) GEO M6 stacked on Sub Required items 1 x GMT-BUMPER 1 x GMT-BPADPT 4 VXT-BL515 per GEO M6 IMPORTANT GMT-BPADPT is rated for a maximum of: 6xGEO M6s on a single LS18 in any inter cabinet angle configuration, provided the stack is assembled according to below rules: - LS18 must always be installed on a horizontal surface;... -
Page 34: To 12 (Maximum) Geo M6 Flown
Page 34/62 GEO M6 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 8.3.7 4 to 12 (maximum) GEO M6 flown Required items 1 or 2 hoists (not provided). 1 x GMT-BUMPER 1 x GMT-EXBAR for extended positive and negative bumper angles 4 VXT-BL515 per GEO M6 1 x GMT-6CASE for 6 x GEO M6 IMPORTANT Maximum GEO M6 quantity for flown vertical cluster is 12 (and eventually less). - Page 35 GEO M6 Page 35/62 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE lift assembly to sufficient height in order to connect additional set GEO M6 if required set inter-angle values as described in section 8.2.3 IMPORTANT Ensure all pins are properly locked into Geo M6 lift cluster to NS-1 defined rigging height, secure cluster horizontally to prevent it from rotating Secure bumper with secondary safety steel.
- Page 36 Page 36/62 GEO M6 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Procedure with flight case set horizontally Open upper cover while the flight case is on its wheels Connect GMT-BUMPER to top cabinet 4 x VXT-BL515 quick release pins If required, connect GMT-EXBAR to GMT-BUMPER by inserting EXBAR clevis pins into GMT- BUMPER “B”...
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Page 37: Testing And Maintenance Of The System
On no account use solvent based cleaners , which may damage the finish of the cabinet After cleaning, the rigging system must be treated with a suitable lubricant to prevent rusting. NEXO recommends the use of Scottoil FS365 which is a water-based lubricant with a mixture of machine oil, surfactant and anti-rust treatment. -
Page 38: System Alignment Guidelines
Cluster design must be done with NS-1, which provides very intuitive and fast method to determine all cluster geometry parameters in relation to venue where cluster is implemented. NS-1 is a freeware available for all Nexo users. Please contact your local distributor for licensing procedure. -
Page 39: Driving The Ls18S From The Aux Send
& safety of the system (mostly time alignment). At NEXO, great care is taken to design optimum phase alignment from one octave above to one octave below the crossover frequency point. By doing so, drivers are working perfectly together and providing the best efficiency possible. - Page 40 Angle (in radians)=3.142 x Angle (in degrees)/180 Computer – Laptop or Desktop PC running Windows XP with the current version of NEXO NS-1 installed. It is not possible to configure a Geo tangent array properly without using NS-1. Note that, when NS-1 designs are prepared prior to arrival at the venue, it is often necessary to modify or update the design to accommodate special circumstances.
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Page 41: Geo M6 - Ls18S System Check List
GEO M6 – LS18 Page 41/62 YSTEM HECK 10 GEO M6 – LS18 YSTEM HECK It is essential to execute all these check steps prior to perform a sound check on the “front end” to the system. Following this checklist step by step will prevent many troubles and will save time in the end. 10.1 Are the speakers properly connected and angled ? Attach the first series of modules to the bumper. -
Page 42: Technical Specifications
Internal Steel Stand Fitting on Top (35mm, 1"3/8) allows pole mounting for Geo M6 As part of a policy of continual improvement, NEXO reserves the right to change specifications without notice. [a] Response curves & data : Half-Space Anechoïc radiation for the LS18 + NXAMP. -
Page 43: Dimensions
Page 43/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.1.2 Dimensions... -
Page 44: Geo M620 Module
The NEXO controller’s presets are precisely matched to the GeoM Series cabinets and include sophisticated protection. Electronic Controller Using GeoM Series cabinets without a properly connected NEXO controllers will result in poor sound quality and can damage components. Dispersion configuration... -
Page 45: Dimensions
Page 45/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.2.2 Dimensions... -
Page 46: Geo M6Bass Module
The NEXO controller’s presets are precisely matched to the GeoM Series cabinets and include sophisticated protection. Electronic Controller Using GeoM Series cabinets without a properly connected NEXO controllers will result in poor sound quality and can damage components. Speaker Cabling 1+/1- As part of a policy of continual improvement, NEXO reserves the right to change specifications without notice. -
Page 47: Dimensions
Page 47/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.3.2 Dimensions... -
Page 48: Geo M6 Accessories
Page 48/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4 GEO M6 Accessories 11.4.1 GMT-BUMPER Parts Dimensions Weight : 2,25 kg / 4.96 lb... -
Page 49: Gmt-Exbar
Page 49/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.2 GMT-EXBAR Parts Dimensions Weight : 2,25 kg / 4.96 lb... -
Page 50: Gmt-Bpdapt
Page 50/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.3 GMT-BPDAPT Parts Dimensions Weight : 0,5 kg / 1.10 lb... -
Page 51: Gmt-Lbumper
Page 51/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.4 GMT-LBUMPER Parts Dimensions Weight : 1,8 kg / 3.96 lb... -
Page 52: Gmt-Lbpadpt
Page 52/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.5 GMT-LBPADPT Parts Dimensions Weight : 0,7 kg / 1.54 lb... -
Page 53: Vnt-Pole
Page 53/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.1 VNT-POLE Parts Dimensions Weight : 0,9 kg / 1.98 lb... -
Page 54: Vnt-Xhbrk
Page 54/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.2 VNT-XHBRK Parts Dimensions Weight (kit) : 0,3 kg / 0.661 lb... -
Page 55: Vnt-Tcbrk
Page 55/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.3 VNT-TCBRK Parts Dimensions Weight (kit) : 0,620 kg / 1.37 lb... -
Page 56: Gmt-Ipcov
Page 56/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.1 GMT-IPCOV Parts Dimensions Weight : 0,34 kg / 0.013 lb... -
Page 57: Vxt-Bl515 Push Pins
Page 57/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.2 VXT-BL515 PUSH PINS Weight : 0,012 kg / 0.0004 lb 11.4.3 GMT-BNFIX Parts Weight (kit) : 0,2 kg / 0.008 lb... -
Page 58: Vni-Ws15
Page 58/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.4 VNI-WS15 Parts Dimensions Weight (kit) : 2,8 kg / 0.11 lb... -
Page 59: Gmt-6Case
Page 59/62 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS 11.4.5 GMT-6CASE Weight : 57 kg / 2.24 lb... -
Page 60: Geo M6 Series Parts & Accessories List
ERIES ARTS CCESSORIES 12.1 Modules & Control Electronics List MODEL DRAWING DESCRIPTION Subwoofer Module LS18 GEO M620 GEO M620 Module GEO M6B GEO M6B Module NXAMP4x1 Digital Powered Controller 4x1300W 12.2 Accessories List MODEL DRAWING DESCRIPTION Main GEOM6 Bumper GMT-BUMPER... - Page 61 GEO M6 S & A Page 61/62 ERIES ARTS CCESSORIES MODEL DRAWING DESCRIPTION Cable clamp for GMT-LBADPT (includes 8x45 Quick VNT-XHBRK Release Pin). Truss clamp for GMT-LBADPT (includes 8x45 Quick VNT-TCBRK Release Pin) GMT-BPADPT Pole Mount for GMT-BUMPER GMI-BNFIX GEO M6 Connection kit for fix installation VNT-POLE Pole Mount for GMT-LBUMP GMI-IPCOV...
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Page 62: User Notes
Page 62/62 USER NOTES 13 USER NOTES France Nexo S.A. Parc d’activité de la Dame Jeanne F-60128 PLAILLY Tel: +33 3 44 99 00 70 Fax: +33 3 44 99 00 30 E-mail: info@nexo.fr www.nexo-sa.com...