TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........1 WELCOME................... 2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN..............2 OHM’S LAW AND THE HOT SPOT..........3-4 SOUND REINFORCEMENT BASICS...........5 HOT SPOT 7(HS7)/MICRO SPOT(MS5)........6-7 POWERED SPEAKERS PA6S/PA6SR/NSPA......8-11 USING THE PA6S..............8-9 POWERED NANO SPOT............10-11 STAND MOUNTING..............12 WALL MOUNTING..............13-15 SPECIFICATIONS..............16-17 ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS......18 FOUR RUBBER FEET FOR HOT SPOT........19...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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OHM’S LAW AND THE HOT SPOT ® All unpowered HOT SPOTS and MICRO SPOTS have a 16 ohm impedance, and like most professional-type speakers have jacks which are wired in parallel (meaning the signal can travel into one jack and out of the other).Think of each speaker as a “load”...
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If you are having problems with any of these applications use Galaxy Audio’s CRICKET Polarity and Continuity Test Set to check the polarity of your cables. 16 x 16 8 Ohms for two HOT SPOTS...
SOUND REINFORCEMENT BASICS Avoiding feedback Feedback (the shriek sometimes emitted by PA systems) occurs when the microphone (or pickup) and speaker are positioned too close together for a given level of volume. Once feed back occurs, it will continue until either the volume is decreased or the microphone or speaker is moved.
The HOT SPOT's design is unsurpassed in efficiently reproducing the crucial vocal range frequencies. The HS7 & PA6S/R come with a built in stand mount that allows the unit to be placed on nearly any microphone stand, close to the...
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The HOT SPOT 7 (HS7) and MICRO SPOT (MS5) The impedance of the HOT SPOT 7 (HS7) and MICRO SPOT (MS5) is determined by the position of its volume control. Use the table below to determine the actual impedance. [T.1]...
PA6S/PA6SR & NSPA FEATURES OF THE GALAXY AUDIO PA6S/PA6SR · Ultra light weight/high power design · Special design woofer and tweeter for full range sound · Two channels with XLR/1/4" inputs and XLR thru outputs · Additional 1/8" Stereo Line input on Channel 2 •...
The PA6S (POWERED HOT SPOT) CONTROLS/INDICATORS and their operation (Front Panel) SPEAKER POWER LED 3 BAND EQ CHANNEL 1 LEVEL CHANNEL 2 LEVEL CLIP LED COMPRESSOR LED (Rear Panel) HANDLE ¼" PREAMP MIC BOOM OUTPUT MOUNT CHAN 1 XLR POWER BALANCED SWITCH MIC INPUT...
POWERED NANO SPOT NSPA The NSPA is the result of years of research and development to make the smallest and loudest speaker for it's size by Galaxy Audio. The NSPA has a 25-watt amplifier, with a universal power supply. That means this unit can be used anywhere in the world as it will function on 100-240 VAC (volts AC) at 50/60 Hz.
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The NSPA (POWERED NANO SPOT) CONTROLS/INDICATORS and their operation (Front Panel) SIGNAL PRESENCE INDICATOR COMPRESSOR LED POWER LED 2 BAND EQ LEVEL CONTROL SPEAKER CONTROLS/INDICATORS and their operation (Back Panel) -20 dB PAD SWITCH (XLR ONLY) SAFETY CABLE MOUNT 1/8" LINE INPUT 12-18VDC 2A Input XLR BALANCED POWER...
The Micro Spot (MS5), and the Nano Spot are supplied with a bracket kit that allows either stand or wall mounting. Wall mount options are available for the Micro Spot (MS5) and PA6S HS7 from any Galaxy Audio dealer, or online at www.galaxyaudio.com...
WALL/CEILING MOUNTING Galaxy Audio yoke brackets can be used for permanently mounting HS7, PA6S and MICRO SPOT loudspeakers to walls and ceilings. The mounting angle can be adjusted by simply loosening the wing screws at either end of the yoke and by loosening the bolt where the yoke mounts to the wall plate.
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are smaller than the core diameter of the screw. Always use fasteners in all mounting holes and avoid over tightening, as this can weaken the mounting surface, damage the fasteners, and make the installation much less secure. As we recommend the use of a SECONDARY SUPPORT: secondary support for added safety, each yoke bracket is equipped with a safety cable.
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Connect the speaker wires and the installation is complete. Note: When using the Yoke Bracket with HS7 or PA6S/R you must install the threaded inserts into the left and right sides of the cabinet. See instructions included with bracket kit.
ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS Many of these parts and accessories may be found and purchased from the Galaxy Audio website in either the Galaxy Store (www.galaxyaudio.com/store.php) or in the accessories tab of each products web page. MBA - Mic Boom Adaptor Mounts to the top of the PA6S, PA6SR, OR HS7.
Four rubber feet are included for those of you using the HOT SPOT as a stand alone wedge speaker. These rubber feet help prevent wandering and vibration of the HOT SPOT on hard surfaces. This pertains to the PA6SR Only FCC Consumer Alert for Wireless Microphones (U.S.) Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system.