12/15 inches 2-way amplified speakers with bass reflex
10777 / 10778 - Version 1.0 / 2018-03
USER GUIDE
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1 - Safety information
Important safety information
This product contains non-isolated electrical components. Do not
undertake any maintenance operation when it is switched on as it
may result in electric shock.
This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it in a wet, or
extremely cold/hot locations. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to this
product or other property.
SX12A / SX15A - 2 way bass reflex 12/15" powered speakers
WARNING : This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the
housing or attempt any maintenance by yourself. In the unlikely even your unit may
require service, please contact your nearest dealer.
In order to avoid any electrical malfunction, please do not use any multi-socket, power
cord extension or connecting system without making sure they are
and present no defect.
perfectly isolated
Any maintenance procedure must be performed by a CONTEST
authorised technical service. Basic cleaning operations must thoroughly follow our safety instructions.
Symbols used
This symbol signals an important safety precaution.
The CAUTION symbol signals a risk of product deterioration.
The WARNING symbol signals a risk to the user’s physical integrity.
The product may also be damaged.
Instructions and recommendations
1 - Please read carefully :
We strongly recommend to read carefully and understand the safety instructions before
attempting to operate this unit.
2 - Please keep this manual :
We strongly recommend to keep this manual with the unit for future reference.
3 - Operate carefully this product :
We strongly recommend to take into consideration every safety instruction.
4 - Follow the instructions:
Please carefully follow each safety instruction to avoid any physical harm or property
damage.
5 - Avoid water and wet locations :
Do not use this product in rain, or near washbasins or other wet locations.
6 - Installation :
We strongly encourage you to only use a fixation system or support recommended
by the manufacturer or supplied with this product. Carefully follow the installation
instructions and use the adequate tools.
Always ensure this unit is firmly fixed to avoid vibration and slipping while operating
as it may result in physical injury.
7 - Ceiling or wall installation :
Please contact your local dealer before attempting any ceiling or wall installation.
8 - Ventilation :
The cooling vents ensure a safe use of this product, and avoid any overheating risk.
Do not obstruct or cover these vents as it may result in overheating and potential
physical injury or product damage. This product should never been operated in a
closed non-ventilated area such as a flight case or a rack, unless cooling vents are
provided for the purpose .
9 - Heat exposure :
Sustained contact or proximity with warm surfaces may cause overheating and product
damages. Please keep this product away from any heat source such as a heaters,
amplifiers, hot plates, etc...
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Sound levels
Our audio solutions deliver important sound pressure levels
(SPL) that can be harmful to human health when exposed
during long periods. Please do not stay in close proximity
of operating speakers.
Recycling your device
10 - Electric power supply :
This product can only be operated according to a very specific voltage. These
information are specified on the label located at the rear of the product.
11 - Power cords protection:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at
lugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the fixture.
12 - Cleaning precautions :
Unplug the product before attempting any cleaning operation. This product should be
cleaned only with accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Use a damp cloth
to clean the surface. Do not wash this product.
13 - Long periods of non use :
Disconnect the unit’s main power during long periods of non use.
14 - Liquids or objects penetration :
Do not let any object penetrate this product as it may result in electric shock or fire.
Never spill any liquid on this product as it may infiltrate the electronic components
and result in electric shock or fire.
15 - This product should be serviced when :
Please contact the qualified service personnel if :
- The power cord or the plug has been damaged.
- Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
- The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
- The product does not appear to operate normally.
- The product has been damaged.
16 - Inspection/maintenance :
Please do not attempt any inspection or maintenance by yourself. Refer all servicing
to qualified personnel.
17 - Operating environment :
Ambient temperature and humidity: +5 - +35°C, relative humidity must be less than
85% (when cooling vents are not obstructed).
Do not operate this product in a non-ventilated, very humid or warm place.
• As HITMUSIC is really involved in the
environmental cause, we only commercialise
clean, ROHS compliant products.
• When this product reaches its end of life,
take it to a collection point designated by local
authorities. The separate collection and recycling
of your product at the time of disposal will help
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment.
SX12A / SX15A - 2 way bass reflex 12/15" powered speakers
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2 - Introduction
The SX12A and SX15A speakers are the ideal solutions for live performances.
They deliver an astonishing power of 300W. This powerful output is perfectly clear, warm and deep, adapted
to vocal, live or recorded sessions.
They are easy to install, light and compact: that's the best you can find for nomad installations without any
compromise on quality, power or possibilities.
3 - Specifications
SX12A SX15A
Bi-amp
Total 300W RMS / 1000W dynamic 300W RMS / 1000W dynamic
Frequecy response 65 Hz - 19 KHz 62 Hz - 19 KHz
Power supply SMPS - AC-220/204V or AC 110/120V , 50/60Hz
Dispersion H x V 90° Horizontaly / 60° Verticaly
Crossover 2,5 KHz
SPL 123 dB max. 124 dB max.
Woofer
Tweeter
Inputs
Output 1 XLR line output
Controls
Protection Short-circuit, thermal and limiter
Enclosure Construction
Size 606 x 380 x 342 mm 631 x 386 x 372 mm
Net weight 13.2 Kg 14.5 Kg
250W RMS Class D for LF
50W RMS Class AB for HF
12"
2" voice coil
4 Ohms - 250W AES
1,35" driver
8 Ohms
50 W RMS
1 COMBO XLR/JACK MIC/LINE input
1 RCA line input
Main volume control
Contour switch
Earth connecting switch
2 monitor-specific angles
1 top handle and 2 side handles
2 M10 rigging points (below)
2 M10 rigging points (on top)
36mm mounting plate for a speaker stand
250W RMS Class D for LF
50W RMS Class AB for HF
15"
2" voice coil
4 Ohms - 250W AES
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4 - Presentation
Amplifier module
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SX12A / SX15A - 2 way bass reflex 12/15" powered speakers
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Power input socket
Allows you to connect the speaker to an electrical outlet.
Use the supplied IEC cord, and make sure the voltage
delivered by the outlet is in adequation with the value
indicated by the voltage selector before turning on the
built-in amplifier.
Fuse
Protects the power supply module and the built-in
amplifier.
If need to replace the fuse, please make sure the new
fuse has exactly the same characteristics.
2
Power switch
Allows you to turn ON/OFF the built-in amplifier.
3
Voltage selector
Allows you to adapt the voltage of the amplifier to the
voltage of the electrical outlet.
4
XLR LINE OUT socket
Allows you to retrieve the sum of each incoming signal
and transmit it to another amplified speaker, mixing
desk, or speaker/amplifier system.
5
Line input on RCA plug
Connects a stereo line level device.
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6
MIC/LINE input via COMBO plug
The COMBO plug allows you to connect either a male
XLR plug or male stereo/mono Jack plug.
7
LINE/MIC Selector
Allows you to adapt the impedance of the socket to the
type of signal detected.
When pressed, the entry level is adapted to a
microphone, when released it is adapted to a line level
signal.
8
Volume fader
Configures the input level.
Please make sure the CLIP LED is not lit for long periods
to ensure an optimal sound quality.
9
Optional Bluetooth module slot
An optional Bluetooth module (SX-BT) is available for
sale. It allows you to connect all kinds of audio media
with Bluetooth.
10
CONTOUR selector switch
The CONTOUR function provides a more natural sound
when listening at high volume.
SX12A / SX15A - 2 way bass reflex 12/15" powered speakers
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Indicator LEDs
-POWER : Indicates the amplification module is ON.
-SIGNAL / LIMIT : Indicates an incoming signal
optimal sound quality.
has been detected. It also Indicates the
incoming signal exceeds 0 dB. In this case,
please use the volume control faders to
make sure this LED only lits occasionaly to
prevent any damage to the speaker and an
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5 - Optional Bluetooth module
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Earthing system button
Allows you to connect/disconnect the ground to the
earth.
If buzzing or humming noises occur, they might be
caused by spurious signals transmitted by the earthing
system.
In this case, please disconnect it (button released).
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Button
This button allows:
- Powering up the module.
- Bluetooth pairing.
To do so, press and hold this button for more than 3
seconds until the displays
Access your device's Bluetooth settings and accept the
connection
The password is 1234.
2
VOL- et VOL+ buttons
Adjust the output level of the module.
3
Display
Displays power-up, Bluetooth pairing and connection
status.
and flashes alternately.
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4
and buttons
Allows you to move through the file tree of your
Bluetooth device.
5
button
Playback can be started or paused.
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SX12A / SX15A - 2 way bass reflex 12/15" powered speakers
SX12A/SX15A input setting
1 - Connect the loudspeaker to the mains via IEC plug / 2-pin + earth. Leave the power switch in the OFF position.
2 - Set the MASTER potentiometer to the - position.
3 - Connect your microphone or line level source or both. The line input can be accessed via a 3-pin 6.35 mm (TRS) jack and
RCA LINE IN. To acces to the microphone preamplifier, use the XRL plug
4 - Switch on the line level source.
5 - Switch on the SX speaker.
6 - While you are speaking in a microphone or an audio signal is being played from your line-level source, turn the input
MASTER knob until the LIMIT LED lights up in red, then turn it down just below that level.
7 - If you use a microphone, be careful not to stand too close to the speaker as this may result in feedback.
6 - Principle diagram
Typical use
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Line cord
Line cord
Left and right
master outputs
of the mixer
Mixer
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Multiple use
Left and right
master outputs
of the mixer
To another
powered
system
Note : You cain daisy-chain several SX speakers, however do not exceed 4 speakers simultaneously.
7 - Connectors
7.1 - Balanced
The COMBO sockets are
symetrical. This type of
connectors allows you to transmit
a signal over long runs of cables
without altering its quality, that
is why we recommend to use
symetrical signals.
The figures opposite describe
the balanced wiring of the XLR or
Jack 6.35 plugs.
1
2
3
3 = Coldspot (-)
1 = Ground
2 = Hotspot (+)
Sleeve
Ring
Tip
Sleeve
Ground / Shield
To another
powered
system
Ring
Coldspot (-)
Hotspot (+)
Tip
7.2 - Unbalanced
If you do not have any source
with symetrical signal, please do
not use cables longer than 1.5 m.
The figures opposite describe the
unbalanced wiring of the XLR or
Jack 6.35 plugs.
1
3
Shunt between
1 and 3 pins
2
1 = Ground
2 = Hotspot (+)
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Ground / Shield
Tip
Signal
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from the illustrations.
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