When using a pole-mount assemblage on LAs118 never insert more than one enclosure on the pole. Place cables in a way that they do not present a trip hazard. Do not place any objects on top of the stack, they can fall accidentally and cause injuries.
NEXT-Proaudio, to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before it leaves the factory. When unpacking the NEXT LAs118 subwoofer, examine it carefully for any signs of possible transit damage and inform your dealer immediately if any such damage is found.
The 4 pins of the 2 Neutrik® NL4 Speakon® sockets are wired in parallel within the enclosure. Either connector can be used to connect to the amplifier or another LAs118 element. See the table and the diagram below: NL4 PIN...
Next LAs118 User’s Manual www.next-proaudio.com Electric Diagram AMPLIFICATION The LAs118 element is a passive system. It is loaded by an 18” speaker with 8Ω nominal impedance. See the table below for recommended power amplifier power: 2 LAs118 Line Array Subwoofer element Input Recommended Amplifier (1 channel) NEXT MA6000 - 2100W at 4Ω...
The LAs118 has a simple and intuitive four-point rigging system. It has 2 articulated joints on the front and 2 rear sliding joints. In order to suspend a LAs118, you’ll need to use the NEXT NC18123 frame. This suspension frame is built specifically to suspend the LA122/122W and/or LAs118 elements. It makes possible the suspension of up to 6 LAs118 subwoofer elements.
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You will also need the NEXT VP60052 lock pins. Never use any lock pins but the ones supplied by NEXT-Proaudio. These pins are built to withstand the system’s weight with a good safety factor. They are also built with very specific dimensions. Also, before you suspend the system, please read the instructions in the “Safety first”...
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Insert two locking pins on the front joints, and one on the rear joints. To obtain a 0º alignment between the frame and the LAs118, you need to lock the rear joints on the upper hole. Verify that the locking pins are locked. See below:...
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Step 3 - Repeat step 1 and 2, this time inserting the LAs118 in the previous one. As you can see on the image, the locking pin is inserted in the 2º angle. Repeat the process for up to 6 LAs118 elements. Always verify that the locking pins are locked.
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Insert the LA122 on the system (refer to LA122/LA122W manual for Rigging procedure). Verify that the locking pin is locked. For a 0º position insert the rear LA122 joint on the lowest position of the LAs118 rear rigging kit. Note: To provide for a better versatility, the LAS118 has the ability to angle the LA122 in 2º...
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Next LAs118 User’s Manual www.next-proaudio.com Here is an example of a LAs118/LA122 system: - 11 -...
Next LAs118 User’s Manual www.next-proaudio.com OTHER CONFIGURATIONS The NEXT LAs218 can be used in a variety of configurations. Below are some other examples of usage. Ground-stack using NC18123 frame Pole-mount configuration with LA122W and two LA122 Note: Refer to NC18123 frame manual for learning how to ground- stack using the frame.
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