ADJ AS8100 Users Manual

SPEAKER

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are subject to change without notice. ADJ logo and identifying product names and numbers herein are trademarks of ADJ
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ADJ PRODUCTS LLC and all affiliated companies hereby disclaim any and all liabilities for property, equipment, building,
and electrical damages, injuries to any persons, and direct or indirect economic loss associated with the use or reliance
of any information contained within this document, and/or as a result of the improper, unsafe, insufficient and negligent
assembly, installation, rigging, and operation of this product.

AVANTE World Headquarters USA

6122 S. Eastern Ave. | Los Angeles, CA 90040 USA
323-316-9722 | Fax: [phone] | www.avanteaudio.com | [e-mail]

AVANTE NETHERLANDS

Junostraat 2 | 6468 EW Kerkrade | Netherlands
[phone] | Fax: [phone] | [e-mail]

AVANTE MEXICO

Santa Ana 30 | Parque Industrial Lerma | Lerma Mexico 52000
+52 [phone] | [e-mail]

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits as per Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the included instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter- mined by
turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
methods:

• Reorient or relocate the device.

• Increase the separation between the device and the receiver.

• Connect the device to an electrical outlet on a circuit different from which the radio receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Energy Saving Matters (EuP 2009/125/EC)

Saving electric energy is a key to help protecting the environment. Please turn off all electrical products when they are not
in use. To avoid power consumption in idle mode, disconnect all electrical equipment from power when not in use. Thank
you!

Document Version: An updated version of this document may be available online. Please check www.avante.com for the
latest revision/update of this document before beginning installation and use.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by Avante Audio is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Date Document

Notes

Version

02/28/19 1 Initial release

03/13/19 2.1 Updated manual format

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CONTENTS

General Information 4

Limited Warranty (USA Only) 5

Safety Guidelines 6

Maintenance Guidelines 8

Overview 9

Setup 11

Connections & Controls 12

Installation 15

Frequency Charts 16

Troubleshooting 17

Technical Specifications 18

Optional Components 18

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GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

This speaker is designed for professional use only. Please read and understand all the instructions and guidelines in

this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to operate these speakers. These instructions contain

important information regarding safety, installation, and use.

UNPACKING

Every speaker has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the

shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully

inspect speaker for damage and be sure all accessories necessary to install and operate the speaker have arrived

intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for

further instructions. Please do not return this speaker to your dealer without first contacting customer support at the

number listed below. Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT
AVANTE provides a customer support line to provide set up help, answer any question should you encounter

problems during your set up or initial operation, and for any service related issues.

You may also visit us on the web at www.avanteaudio.com for any comments or suggestions.

AVANTE SERVICE USA – Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm PST
Voice: 800-322-6337 Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

AVANTE SERVICE EUROPE - Monday - Friday 08:30 to 17:00 CET
Voice: [phone] Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Please register your product online: www.avanteaudio.com Online product registration is required in order to activate the

third year of the 3-year warranty. All returned service items, whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and

accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside of the return

package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must also be written down on a piece of paper and

included in the shipping container. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice

and the unit must be registered online at www.avanteaudio.com to receive year 3 of the 3-year warranty. Items returned

without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and returned at customer’s expense.

You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer support.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complied with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.

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LIMITED WARRANTY (USA ONLY)

1. ADJ Products, LLC hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, AVANTE products to be free of manufacturing
defects in material and workmanship for a prescribed period of up to 3-years (1,095 days) from the original
purchase date. Product must be registered online at www.avanteaudio.com in order to activate year 3 of
the 3-year warranty period. This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United
States of America, including possessions and territories. It is the owner’s responsibility to establish the date
and place of purchase by acceptable evidence at the time service is sought.

2. For warranty service you must obtain a Return Authorization number (RA#) before sending the product back;
please contact ADJ Products, LLC Service Department at 800-322-6337. Send the product only to the ADJ
Products, LLC factory. All shipping charges must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including
parts replacement) are within the terms of this warranty, ADJ Products, LLC will pay return shipping charges
only to a designated point within the United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in its
original package. No accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped with
the product, ADJ Products, LLC shall incur no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to any such
accessories, or for the safe return thereof.

3. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified in any
manner which ADJ Products, LLC concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the product; if the
product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the ADJ Products, LLC factory unless prior
written authorization was issued to purchaser by ADJ Products, LLC; if the product is damaged because it
was not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual.

4. This is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning or periodic checkup.
During the period specified above, ADJ Products, LLC will replace defective parts at its expense with new
or refurbished parts, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of defects
in material or workmanship. The sole responsibility of ADJ Products, LLC under this warranty shall be limited
to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the sole discretion of ADJ Products,
LLC. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after August 15, 2012, and bear identifying
marks to that effect.

5. ADJ Products, LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its products
without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufactured. No warranty,
whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory supplied with products
described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all implied warranties made by ADJ
Products, LLC in connection with this product, including warranties of merchantability or fitness, are limited
in duration to the warranty period set forth above. And no warranties, whether expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired.
The consumer’s and/or Dealer’s sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided
above; and under no circumstances shall ADJ Products, LLC be liable for any loss or damage, direct or
consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product. This warranty is the only written
warranty applicable to ADJ Products, LLC Products and supersedes all prior warranties and written
descriptions of warranty terms and conditions heretofore published.

6. Warranty Registration: Please register your product online: www.avanteaudio.com. Online product
registration is required in order to activate the third year of the 3-year warranty. All returned service items,
whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.)
number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside of the return package. A brief description
of the problem as well as the R.A. number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in
the shipping container. If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase
invoice and the unit must be registered online at www.avanteaudio.com to receive year 3 of the 3-year
warranty. Items returned without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused
and returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer support.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES

This speaker is a sophisticated piece of electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is important
to follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual. AVANTE is not responsible for injury and/or damages
resulting from the misuse of this speaker due to the disregard of the information printed in this manual. Only
qualified and/or certified personnel should perform the installation of this speaker and all included and/or
optional rigging accessories. Only the original included and/or optional rigging parts and accessories for this
speaker should be used for proper installation. Any modifications to the speaker, included and/or optional
rigging parts and accessories will void the original manufactures warranty and increase the risk of damage
and/or personal injury.

PROTECTION CLASS 1 – SPEAKER MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED

TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER.
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SPEAKER.
DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS YOURSELF; DOING SO WILL VOID YOUR
MANUFACTURES WARRANTY. DAMAGES RESULTING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
SPEAKER AND/OR THE DISREGARD OF SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN
THIS MANUAL VOID THE MANUFACTURES WARRANTY AND ARE NOT SUBJECT TO ANY
WARRANTY CLAIMS AND/OR REPAIRS. NEVER OPEN THIS SPEAKER WHILE IN USE!
UNPLUG POWER BEFORE SERVICING SPEAKER!
KEEP FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AWAY FROM SPEAKER!

DRY LOCATIONS USE ONLY!
DO NOT EXPOSE SPEAKER TO RAIN AND/OR MOISTURE!
DO NOT SPILL WATER AND/OR LIQUIDS ON OR INTO THE SPEAKER!

This speaker is for PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY! Read all INSTRUCTIONS and follow all WARNINGS!

DO NOT use speaker near wet and/or damp locations. Speaker must be kept away from direct contact with

liquids and must not be exposed to water/liquid dripping or splashing.

DO NOT attempt installation and/or operation without knowledge how to do so. Consult a professional sound
equipment installer for proper and safe speaker installation. ONLY the original included, and/or optional rigging
parts and accessories listed in this manual should be used for proper installation and use.

DO NOT expose any part of the speaker to open flame or smoke, or position speaker close to any flammable
materials while operating. Be sure to install this speaker in an area that will allow proper ventilation. Allow
approximately 6 inches (152mm) behind the speaker cabinet for proper cooling. The speaker contains an
internal power amplifier that produces heat during use. Keep speaker away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

DO NOT operate speaker if power cord is frayed, crimped, damaged, and/or if any of the power cord
connectors are damaged and do not insert into the speaker securely with ease. NEVER force a power cord
connector into the speaker. If the power cord or any of its connectors are damaged, replace it immediately with
a new one of similar power rating.

DO NOT disassemble speaker, there are NO user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the speaker has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled and/or objects have fallen into the speaker, the speaker has been
exposed to rain and/or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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