7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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 third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. No on/off power switches are included in the system. The external power supply should be used to
control power to an Aviom device. This power supply should remain readily operable.
16. The solid line over dashed line symbol ( ) indicates that the input voltage must be a DC
voltage.
17. The box within a box symbol ( ) indicates that the external power supply is double insulated.
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WARNING!
!!
TO REDUCE THE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or other types of moisture.
To avoid the hazard of electrical shock, do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
Replace fuse with same type and rating.
Operating Temperature: 0˚C to 50˚C (32˚F to 122˚F)
Risque de choc électrique – ne pas ouvrir. Pour réduire le risque de feu ou de choc électrique, ne pas exposer cet équipement
à la pluie ou la moisissure. Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas retirer le couvercle. Pièces non remplaçables par
l’utilisateur. Confier la réparation à une personne qualifiée. Attention – utiliser seulement un fusible de rechange de même type.
Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 de la norme FCC. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : (1) cet
équipement ne doit pas causer des interférences nocives, et (2) cet équipement doit accepter toute interférence captée incluant les
interférences pouvant causer des opérations indésirables.
Cet appareil numérique de Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by Aviom, Inc. could void the user’s FCC
authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
• Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause
permanent damage to your hearing.
• Set your system volume as low as possible.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels.
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Certifications
EMC: EN55103-1:2009
EN 55103-2: 2009
EN 55022:2006 / CISPR 22:1997
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22:02
FCC 47 CFR, Part 15
Safety: UL 62368-1 Ed 2.0; Proposal Number 500542870;
Testing done to UL 62368-1 first edition
Can/CSA C22.2 62368-1
ETL/cETL Listed and RoHS Compliant
Pb
Pb-Free
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from the date of the original retail purchase.
This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged due to misuse, abuse, accident, or
problems with electrical power. The warranty also does not apply if the product has been opened or
modified in any way; if the product serial number has been damaged, modified, or removed; or if the
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If a defect is discovered, first write or call Aviom, Inc. to obtain a Return Authorization number. No service
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or replace the product at no charge to you. The product must be returned during the warranty period,
with transportation charges prepaid to Aviom, Inc., 1157 Phoenixville Pike, Suite 201, West Chester, PA
19380. You must use the product’s original packing materials for shipment. Shipments should be insured
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Warranty Information
Please record the following information for future reference:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Serial Numbers of Your Aviom Products:
Date of Purchase:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer is your primary source for service and support. The information recorded
above will be helpful in communicating with your Authorized Aviom Dealer should you need to contact
Aviom Customer Service. If you have any questions concerning the use of this unit, please contact your
Authorized Aviom Dealer first. For additional technical support, or to find the name of the nearest
Authorized Aviom Repair Station, check the Aviom web site at www.aviom.com.
To fulfill warranty requirements, your Aviom product should be serviced only at an authorized Aviom
service center. The Aviom serial number label must appear on the outside of the unit, or the Aviom
warranty is void.
This manual and its contents are copyrighted by Aviom, Inc. All rights are reserved by Aviom, Inc. This
document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any
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The software and/or firmware contained within Aviom products is copyrighted and all rights are reserved
by Aviom, Inc.
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the text and illustrations in this manual, no
guarantee is made or implied as to the accuracy of the information contained within.
Thank you for purchasing the Aviom BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor. This User
Guide is designed to familiarize you with your new BOOM System product’s features and to
have your system up and running as quickly as possible.
BOOM-1
Tactile Transducer Processor
HeadphonesStrength
In
Thru
Clip
Signal
Amp
Clip/Protect
Feel
Loose
Mute
Tight
Feature Overview
The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor is the perfect companion to Aviom’s Pro16® Series of personal
mixing products It is designed to add low frequency tactile information to a performer’s monitor mix for
applications in live performance, recording, and broadcast. Designed by the personal monitor experts, it’s
easy to use and provides a natural low-frequency extension to your monitoring environment.
The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor features:
• 1/4-inch TRS Stereo Headphone In and Thru
• Strength control with Signal and Clip LED indicators
• Selectable Feel presets control multiple DSP settings for user-preferred Tight to Loose feel
• Locking Transducer Out connector
• XLR mono input
• XLR mono line-level output with Volume control
• Seamless integration with existing Aviom personal mixing systems
BOOM System products can be connected to virtually any audio device that can supply a mono line-level
or stereo headphone-level output.
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The BOOM System
In addition to the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor, Aviom makes adding tactile transducers to your
monitoring system as easy as possible by providing a suite of complementary products that are designed
to be plug-and-play simple. We’ve partnered with some of the industry’s leading manufacturers to
offer tactile-enhanced versions of their products that can be directly connected to the BOOM-1 Tactile
Transducer Processor. These include:
• CTT-1 Clamp-On Tactile Transducer—powered by ButtKicker®—for
Drum Thrones and Stools
• KBS-1 Keyboard Seat
• PFS-1 Performance Stool
• PLF-1 Platform—powered by ButtKicker
Conventions Used in this Document
Using Personal Mixers
When referring to the use of the Personal Mixers in a personal mixing system in general, the term Personal
Mixer is used to describe a case where an A320 Personal Mixer, A360 Personal Mixer, or legacy personal
mixer such as the A-16II may be used. In fact, the stereo audio output of most audio devices may be
connected to the inputs of the BOOM-1.
Cat-5 Cables
In most cases Cat-5e, Cat-6, and Cat-6e cables can be interchanged. When speaking about interconnections
between components in a system, the term Cat-5 is used generically to indicate the use of any of the
applicable cable types.
A-Net Distributors
The Aviom D800, D800-Dante, D400, D400-Dante, A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors are referred
to generically as A-Net Distributors. These are used to supply DC power to the personal mixers and to
copy an A-Net digital signal and split it into multiple copies so that personal mixers may be connected in
parallel.
Button Presses
When instructed to press a specific button on the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor a special font style
is used. For example, “Press the Mute button.”
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Package Contents
The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor box includes:
• One BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
• Quick Start Documentation
A Warranty Registration Is included within this User Guide. Be sure to fill out the form and return it to
Aviom, Inc. via mail or fax as soon as possible.
Compatibility
The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor is compatible with current and legacy Aviom personal mixing
devices as detailed below.
Pro16 Products
The stereo audio output from any personal mixer (or similar audio device) may be connected to the
BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor’s HeadpHon e In. Compatible Aviom products include:
• A360 Personal Mixer
• A320 Personal Mixer
• A-16II Personal Mixer
AC Line Conditioning
Aviom products are digital devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line
voltage. Changes in the line voltage from lightning, power outages, etc. can sometimes damage electronic
equipment.
To minimize the chance of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage, you
may want to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection. Power outlet
strips are available with built-in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment.
Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner or a battery
backup system (sometimes referred to as an uninterruptible power supply, or UPS).
Cleaning and Maintenance Information
The exterior of your Aviom products should be cleaned with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. For tougher dirt,
you can use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent.
When cleaning your Aviom products, never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces. Instead,
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spray a small amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first. Then use the dampened cloth to
clean the product.
Note: Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products.
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BOOM-1 Front Panel
The following section covers the basic functions of the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor’s
user interface. See “System Setup” on page 15 for information about adding the BOOM-1
to your personal mixing system
Controls and Switches
BOOM-1
Tactile Transducer Processor
HeadphonesStrength
In
Thru
Clip
Signal
Amp
Clip/Protect
Feel
Loose
Mute
Tight
Function
1Stereo Headphone In and Thru
2Strength Control with Signal and Clip LEDs
3Amp Clip/Protect LED
4Feel control with push button selector and three LED indicators
5
6
7
Mute control with push button selector and LED
AC power on/off switch
Clever waveform and marketing slogan
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Stereo Headphone In and Thru
The He adpHone In on the BOOM-1 is designed to accept the unbalanced stereo headphone output from a
personal mixer or similar audio device. This signal becomes the audio input to the BOOM-1 DSP processor.
An exact copy of your headphone input is available at the HeadpHone tHru jack. This provides an easy way
to feed your personal mixer’s stereo mix to the BOOM-1 digital signal processor while retaining the use of
its unprocessed stereo output for your headphones or earbuds.
Note: The Headphone In and Thru are duplicated on the BOOM-1’s front and rear panel for
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convenience sake. It is recommended that only one audio source be connected to the
BOOM-1 HeadpHone In at a time.
When setting up your system it is important to remember that the front and rear HeadpHone In will interact
with each other if improperly used and should not be thought of as a passive audio mixer, or in the case of
the HeadpHone tHru connection, as a way to connect multiple headphones/earbuds. Connect one source to
the HeadpHone In and one set of headphones/earbuds to the HeadpHone tHru for optimal results.
Note: Any audio connected to the rear panel XLR LIne Inis sent directly to the internal DSP
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processor and will not be heard in headphones (or earbuds) connected to either
Headphone Thru jack on the BOOM-1.
Audio Sources
The Head pHone In 1/4-inch jack on the BOOM-1 is designed to accept a left-right stereo, unbalanced audio
signal as its input. A standard TRS stereo plug is configured as follows:
• Tip: Audio Left
• Ring: Audio Right
• Sleeve: Ground
Tip, ring, sleeve (TRS) 1/4-inch plug
donot connect mono, balanced TRS (tip, ring, sleeve) 1/4-inch line-level audio signals to the BOOM-1
headphone input; phase-induced cancellation of the source audio signal will occur. Connect line-level
audio sources to the XLR Line In on the rear panel; use a TRS-to-XLR adapter cable if necessary.
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Strength Control
In
Thru
Tight
Loose
Amp
Clip/Protect
Signal
Clip
Feel
Mute
HeadphonesStrength
Once a stereo headphone mix from your personal mixer is connected to the BOOM-1 HeadpHone In jack,
the stereo audio signal is converted to mono, sent to the internal digital signal processor (DSP) section for
processing, and then output at speaker level for your tactile transducer. The StrengtH knob controls how
much of that DSP-processed signal is sent to the tactile transducer output and the rear-panel LIne out jack.
Strength Control LEDs
Two LED indicators are used in conjunction with the Strength control. The green SIgnaLLED will light
whenever the input signal to the digital signal processor reaches a level of -40 dB or higher. The red CLIp
LED indicates that the source input to the digital signal processor has reached maximum level. Short
transients from percussive sources such as drums will light the CLIp LED briefly; this is normal. Sustained
high level inputs that cause the CLIp LED to light steadily should be avoided as this indicates that the source
audio is clipping the BOOM-1 DSP processor input. Lower the audio level at its source to avoid clipping.
The Strength knob controls the amount of the source signal sent to the digital signal processor.
Amp Clip/Protect LED
The BOOM-1 internal amplifier contains built-in protection circuitry to prevent damage to the system. The
aMpCLIp/proteCt LED has these behaviors:
1. It will light red to indicate that the input to the amplifier is overloading and causing
distortion.
2. If that overload state persists and the amplifier becomes overheated, the aMp CLIp/proteCt
LED will begin to flash, indicating that the BOOM-1 has suspended operation to protect
itself. The transducer output is also muted.
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output while there is a significant audio output. In this case the LED will continue flashing
until three seconds after the circuit detects that the short circuit was removed.
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When the internal amplifier section is in Protect mode, the red aMp CLIp/proteCtLED will continue to flash
In
Thru
Tight
Loose
Amp
Clip/Protect
Signal
Clip
Feel
Mute
HeadphonesStrength
until such time that the internal circuitry reaches a safe operating temperature and normal operation can
be restored. The time it takes for this to happen will vary and is dependant upon the unit’s current internal
temperature, how the unit is mounted, and the ambient temperature of its surroundings.
The Amp Clip/Protect LED lights to indicate amplier clipping and ashes to indicate that the unit has entered its
protection mode.
Feel Control
The BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor offers three distinct options that allow you to tailor the response
of the unit’s DSP processing to the incoming audio and allow you to choose the most musical setting
based on your own tastes. The easy-to-use FeeL control steps through three preset DSP settings from
tIgHt to LooSe that control numerous parameters including the internal filtering cutoffs, compression
threshold and compression ratio values. Simply press the momentary button to choose a preset.
SettingDescription
3 LEDsLoose — Highest compression threshold; allows more
dynamic variations from soft to loud.
Highest filter cutoff frequency, allows the most source
audio to reach the DSP input.
2 LEDsMedium — Average compression threshold;
The filter cutoff frequency is set higher than the Tight
setting, allowing more low frequency information from
drums, bass, and guitars, etc., to be sent to the tactile
transducer.
1 LED Tight — Lowest compression threshold; allows fewer
dynamic variations from soft to loud.
Lowest filter cutoff frequency emphasizes kick drum and
bass.
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Pressing the FeeL button will cycle up/down through the three preset options, moving up from Tight to
In
Thru
Tight
Loose
Amp
Clip/Protect
Signal
Clip
Feel
Mute
HeadphonesStrength
Medium to Loose and then back down to Medium and finally to Tight. The BOOM-1 unit’s current Feel
setting is retained across power cycles.
The Feel control also interacts with the rear panel’s DSP Profile setting that is used to fine-tune the BOOM-1
performance for the specific tactile transducer and mounting method being used.
Mute Switch
Use the Mute switch to temporarily silence the rear-panel transducer output while leaving the incoming
source audio active in the BOOM-1 headphone output. This allows you to easily set up levels and compare
a mix with and without the tactile transducer component. The Mute switch’s red LED blinks whenever the
BOOM-1 rear panel transducer output is muted.
Press the Mute button to temporarily stop the output to the tactile transducer.
The Mute switch does not affect audio at the rear-panel XLR Line Out; the DSP-processed signal is always
available at this output for externally connected amplifiers. If you are going to use the BOOM-1 XLR linelevel output instead of the Transducer Out for your application it is suggested that the Mute button be left
engaged, effectively disabling the internal power amplifier.
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BOOM-1 Rear Panel
This section outlines the basic functions of the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor’s
connections and interface found on its rear panel. See “System Setup” on page 15 for
information about adding the BOOM-1 to your personal mixing system
The BOOM-1 has a switching power supply that allows the unit to be used with AC power service anywhere
in the world. The AC power inlet uses a standard, detachable IEC power connector. Always use the IEC
power connector with the plug designed for your local power service; avoid using adapters.
Fuse
The BOOM-1 AC inlet includes an internal fuse, size 250VAC~ T3AL. To check the fuse, power off the BOOM-1
processor and remove the power cord from the AC service. Remove the small cover below the AC inlet to
open the fuse compartment. Reinstall the fuse and its cover before powering the unit up.
The fuse is found below the AC inlet.
Note: Always replace the fuse with one of the same value, 250VAC~ T3AL.
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Transducer Out
The locking tranSduCer out connector is designed to be connected to the tactile transducer(s) mounted on
a drum throne, keyboard seat, performance stool, platform, etc.
The speaker-level output of the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor’s amplifier uses a two-conductor
locking style connector. This provides a solid connection between the processor output and the tactile
transducer. Speaker cables fitted with the locking connector are readily available in a variety of lengths.
BOOM-1 can be connected to one or more tactile transducers as long as the total impedance is in the
range of 4-8 Ohms.
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Line-Level Output
The BOOM-1 provides a mono, balanced XLR line-level audio output which makes it easy to connect the
unit’s processed audio signal to an external amplifier. The LIne out is useful when you want to use an array
of tactile transducers in a large area such as a stage floor, powered by one or more external amplifiers.
The Line Out simplies the connection of the unit’s processed signal to an external amplier.
A separate VoLuMe control is available for the line-level output. Use this to control the amount of the
BOOM-1 processed audio signal sent to an external amplifier’s audio input. Note that the front-panel
StrengtH control determines the total level of the processed audio signal available to both audio outputs
(Transducer Out and Line Out) on the BOOM-1 processor.
Note: The front-panel Mute switch does not affect audio at the rear-panel XLR Line Out.
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DSP Profile DIP Switches
The processed audio output of the BOOM-1 can be fine-tuned to match the tactile transducer being used
and its mounting type (drum throne, platform, performance stool, or stage floor) using the eight dSp proFILe DIP switches on the rear panel.
Match the BOOM-1 to your choice of transducer and mounting method with the DSP Prole switches.
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Transducer System Select
The six DIP switches in the tranSduCer SySteM SeLeCt section of the DSP Profile allow the response of
the BOOM-1 output to be fine tuned to suit the specific type and model of tactile device as well as the
mounting method that you are using. Drum thrones, keyboard seats, platforms, performance stools, etc.,
all have natural resonant frequencies that can enhance and/or detract from the response of a given tactile
transducer device connected to it. The result is some frequencies being augmented and made more
prominent while others are diminished. In addition, the tactile transducers themselves have resonances
that can be smoothed out to produce a more even, more musical response when combined with any
given mounting method.
The table below offers settings for a variety of mounting methods and some specific models of tactile
transducers.
The DIP switches on the rear panel provide the following settings:
q= DIP switch down p= DIP switch up
dIp SwItCH12345678
produCt
CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer
KBS-1 Keyboard Seat
PFS-1 Performance Stool
PLF-1 Platform
CTT-1 Variation 1
CTT-1 Variation 2
Drum Throne w/ 2 Aura® shakers
Drum Throne w/ 2 ADX® shakers
Drum Throne w/ 2 BK mini
Concert® shakers
Platform w/ 2 Aura shakers
Keyboard Seat w/ Aura shaker
Keyboard Seat w/ Visaton® shaker
Bypass all DSP filter settings
All other DIP switch combinations are set to the CTT-1 settings:
= DIP switch down = DIP switch up
The tranSduCer SySteM SeLeCtDIP switches can be changed at any time, even while the BOOM-1 Tactile
Transducer Processor is powered up and connected.
HPF
Two high pass filter (HPF) settings are available. The default position for the high pass filter (HPF) is down.
This setting rolls off non-musical components (like rumble) sent to the transducer output from 15Hz and
below. When the switch is up, the HPF cutoff is moved higher, near 20 Hz.
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Polarity
Changing the polarity of the audio from BOOM-1 can be useful when you need to compensate for the
orientation of a tactile transducer mounted on a platform, stool, etc. Use the poLarIt y DIP switch in the up
position to invert the polarity of the processed audio signal sent to both the Transducer Out and Line Out.
The default Polarity position shown in the table above is set to match the mounting orientation of the
tactile transducer. You may want to try the polarity set in the opposite direction; use the setting that
provides the best low-frequency feel for your application.
Line-Level Input
Mono line-level audio sources from mixing consoles and other audio devices may be connected to the
BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor by using its rear-panel LIne In jack. The XLR female connector accepts
a balanced mono signal. If needed, use a TRS-to-XLR adapter cable to connect the line-level output of a
device that has 1/4-inch balanced TRS line-level output.
The LIne In jack is also ideal when using the A360 Personal Mixer which has a dedicated mono XLR output.
Simply connect a standard XLR mic cable between the A360 and the BOOM-1 input instead of using the
Headphone In. See the system setup for an A360 in “Power Connections” on page 11.
Use the Line In jack when connecting a mono, balanced audio source.
Stereo Headphone In and Thru
The HeadpHone In on the BOOM-1 is designed to accept the unbalanced stereo headphone output from
a personal mixer or similar audio device. The rear-panel headphone connections are a duplicate of those
found on the unit’s front panel. See the information on page 6.
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System Setup
This section explains how the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor can be integrated with
your Personal Mixer (from Aviom or third-party manufacturers) to create a powerful personal
mixing system. See the detailedUser Guides that came with the Aviom products mentioned in
this section for complete information about their use, features, and setup.
Adding a well processed low-frequency tactile transducer (also known as a ‘bass shaker’) to a
drum throne, keyboard seat, guitarist’s stool, performance platform, or even to the floor of a
stage, allows the body to feelbass frequencies, adding realismto the mix. The BOOM-1 Tactile
Transducer Processorbrings Aviom-optimized DSP to the tactile experience.
Being able to hear and feel your mix can significantly improve the user experience when using
in-ear monitors and/or headphones, providing powerful sound usually achieved only with high
volume and large, high quality speaker cabinets.
How To Use The Boom System
Since the BOOM System makes virtually no audible sound, it’s important to understand the concepts
behind its use to enable you to use it effectively in a musical context. A little goes a long way.
Using a BOOM System device with your IEMs or headphones should add back that amount of vibration
that previously came from the sympathetic vibrations of the stage and its surroundings when acoustic
drum sets and/or amplifiers were being used. You don’t want the effect that’s used in a theme park or
movie sound system to shake everyone and everything during a high-energy action sequence. You’re
trying to complete a musical picture, no rebalance or re-mix it.
We always suggest that you start with the tactile system off (with the Strength knob at minimum) and
get a good stereo mix on your personal mixer first at a moderate listening level. Then, blend in the BOOM
System slowly while playing and/or singing. Set to a musically useful level, the BOOM System will enhance
your monitoring experience and allow you to deliver a performance with more energy and to do so at
lower overall monitoring levels.
Setup Overview
Adding the BOOM System products to most audio systems is easy. The three basic steps include:
• Connect headphone- or line-level audio to the BOOM-1 input.
• Set the DSP Profile DIP switches to match your tactile device.
• Connect the locking speaker cable.
You can use any of the tactile-transducer enhanced products instead of the drum throne or performance
platform shown in the example systems. Remember, the tactile component is supposed to musically
enhance your monitor mix; a little goes a long way.
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BOOM System Products
Aviom makes adding tactile transducers to your monitoring system as easy as possible by providing a set
of products that are designed to be plug-and-play simple. We’ve partnered with some of the industry’s
leading manufacturers to offer tactile-enhanced versions of their products that can be directly connected
to the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor. Each model has its own digital profile to fine-tune its
performance with the BOOM-1.
CTT-1
The CTT-1 Clamp-On Tactile Transducer has a universal mount that makes
connecting a tactile transducer to the stem of most drum thrones or stools easy.
At the heart of the CTT-1 is a premium ButtKicker® transducer, and an integrated
locking speaker cable ensures a solid connection to the BOOM-1 processor.
PFS-1
Aviom’s PFS-1 Performance Stool combines a sturdy QuikLok® performance
stool with a built-in tactile transducer system. The stool has an adjustable seat,
back, and foot rest that allows it to be customized to suit any player. Simply
connect the stool to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker cable.
PLF-1
The PLF-1 Platform, powered by ButtKicker®, is a portable performance platform
that is the perfect solution for those performers—especially bass players,
guitarists and vocalists—who stand on stage. The sturdy 28” x 32” (71 x 81cm)
platform uses a premium ButtKicker tactile transducer and is designed with an
opening in the front to allow convenient positioning of mic and music stands.
Connect the platform to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker
cable.
KBS-1
The KBS-1 Keyboard Seat is an adjustable On-Stage Stands® keyboard seat
with an integrated tactile transducer system. Minimal setup is required; simply
connect the seat to the BOOM-1 using the included locking-type speaker cable.
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Drum Throne Systems
Drummers using headphones or earbuds with a personal mixer for live monitoring benefit tremendously
by adding a tactile transducer to their setup. The tactile transducer allows a drummer to feel the low
frequency components of the mix (primarily the kick drum and the bass instruments), adding detail to the
monitor mix that may have been lost in the transition from stage wedges to head-worn monitoring. For
drummers using electronic kits, adding the BOOM-1 along with a drum throne-mounted transducer such
as Aviom’s CTT-1 helps return some of the low frequency energy that may have been lost when switching
from an acoustic to an electronic drum kit.
Connecting a Headphone Output
The first system example uses a personal mixer with a stereo headphone audio output such as an Aviom
A320 or A-16II Personal Mixer. The A360 Personal Mixer’s headphone output can also be set up according
to these instruction, but note that the A360 has a dedicated mono XLR line-level output designed to
make connecting a BOOM-1 even easier. See the second example that follows in “Connecting a Line-Level
Source” on page 19.
The following items will be used:
• Personal mixer
• TRS-TRS 1/4-inch cable
• BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
• Drum throne
• CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer and its locking speaker cable
• Headphones or earbud monitors
Start with the power off on all devices. Follow these steps to connect the system:
1. Connect the CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer to the drum throne.
2. Connect one end of the TRS 1/4-inch cable to the headphone output of the personal
mixer.
3. Connect the other end of the TRS cable to the Head pHone In on the BOOM-1. (You can use
either the front- or rear-panel headphone connectors.)
4. Using the locking speaker cable that comes pre-connected to the CTT-1, connect it to the
tranSduCer out jack on the BOOM-1 processor rear panel.
5. Connect the drummer’s headphones or earbuds to the Headphone tHru jack on the
BOOM-1 front (or rear) panel.
6. Set the BOOM-1 DSP Profile DIP switches for the CTT-1. See “Transducer System Select”
on page 13
7. Power up the personal mixing system and the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor.
8. Create a basic mix on the personal mixer and then raise the level of the StrengtH control
on the BOOM-1 front panel to add in the tactile transducer.
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The personal mixer headphone out connects to the BOOM-1 Headphone In with a TRS cable.
Use the Mute switch on the front panel of the BOOM-1 to easily compare the mix with and without the
tactile transducer.
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Connecting a Line-Level Source
This system example uses a device with a dedicated mono line-level audio output such as a mixing
console’s Aux send or the Aviom A360 Personal Mixer’s Mono Mix Out connected to the BOOM-1’s linelevel input on the rear panel. If your mono line-level audio source has a balanced TRS 1/4-inch connector,
use a TRS-to-XLR male adapter cable.
The following items will be used:
• A360 Personal Mixer (or other mono line-level source)
• XLR male/female mic cable
• BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
• Drum throne
• Drum throne with CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer installed
• Locking speaker cable
• Headphones or earbud monitors
Start with the power off on all devices. Follow these steps to connect the system:
1. Make sure that the CTT-1 tactile transducer is firmly connected to the drum throne.
2. Connect the female end of the XLR mix cable to the Mono MIx outof the A360 Personal
Mixer.
3. Connect the male end of the XLR cable to the LIne In jack on the BOOM-1 rear panel.
4. Using the locking speaker cable that is pre-connected to the CTT-1, connect it to the
tranSduCer out jack on the BOOM-1 processor’s rear panel.
5. Connect the drummer’s headphones or earbuds to the Stereo MIxout jack on the A360
Personal Mixer.
6. Set the BOOM-1 DSP Profile DIP switches for the CTT-1. See “Transducer System Select” on
page 13
7. Power up the personal mixing system and the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor.
8. Set the Mono MIx out on the A360 about half way up to start.
9. Create a basic mix on the A360 Personal Mixer and then raise the level of the StrengtH
control on the BOOM-1 front panel to add in the tactile transducer.
Note: When using an A360 Personal Mixer, remember that the A360’s Mono MIx outknob controls
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the amount of the current mix sent to the Personal Mixer’s rear-panel XLR Mono MIx out
jack. You can use the Mono Mix Out to control how much of the tactile transducer effect is
felt directly from the A360 interface.
Once the system is set up, try the three Feel settings and choose one that best suits the audio you are
listening to. Simply press the FeeL button to step through the three options. For more information, see
“Feel Control” on page 8.
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The A360’s mono line-level output connects to the BOOM-1 Line In.
Note: Do not connect a balanced line-level mono audio signal to the 1/4-inch headphone inputs.
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Transducer Response
To fine tune the drum-throne-mounted transducer’s response, use the Transducer System Select DIP
switches on the BOOM-1 rear panel. See “Transducer System Select” on page 13 for more info.
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Platform Systems
A performance platform equipped with tactile transducers is an ideal complement to a guitar- or bassplayer’s setup (or for any performer who stands in one location). The platform consists of a solid base with
one or more tactile transducers secured to its surface—essentially an easily portable mini stage for the
performer to stand on.
Note: If the performance platform being used contains multiple transducers, be sure that the
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total impedance for the platform is in the 4-8 Ohm range to avoid damage to the BOOM-1
internal amplifier.
Connecting a Performance Platform
This example uses a personal mixer with a stereo headphone audio output such as an Aviom A320 Personal
Mixer.
Example 1
The following items will be used:
• Personal mixer
• TRS-TRS 1/4-inch cable
• BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
• PLF-1 Platform (powered by ButtKicker) with tactile transducer
• Locking speaker cable
• Headphones or earbud monitors
The instructions assume that the performance platform equipped with tactile transducers is set up with a
locking speaker connector. If the platform uses another type of speaker connector, an appropriate adapter
may be required. Common speaker connection adapters (such as 1/4-inch to locking speaker) are readily
available.
To fine tune the performance platform’s response, use the Transducer System Select DIP switches on the
BOOM-1 rear panel. See “Transducer System Select” on page 13 for more info.
Start with the power off on all devices. Follow these steps to connect the system:
1. Connect one end of the TRS 1/4-inch cable to the stereo headphone output of the
personal mixer.
2. Connect the other end of the TRS cable to the Head pHone In on the BOOM-1. (You can use
either the front- or rear-panel headphone connectors.)
3. Using the locking speaker cable, connect one end to the tranSduCer outjack on the
BOOM-1 processor rear panel.
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4. Connect the other end of the locking speaker cable to the tactile transducer input on the
PLF-1 platform.
5. Connect the performer’s headphones or earbuds to the Headphone tHru jack on the
BOOM-1 front (or rear) panel.
6. Power up the personal mixing system and the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor.
7. While standing on the platform, create a basic mix on the personal mixer and then raise
the level of the StrengtH control on the BOOM-1 front panel to add in the performance
platform and the tactile transducer.
Try the three Feel presets on the BOOM-1 front panel; choose the one that works best for your musical
application.
An A320 Personal Mixer feeds its headphone mix to a BOOM-1 and a PLF-1 platform.
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Example 2
This example uses an audio device or personal mixer with a mono line-level audio output such as an Aviom
A360 Personal Mixer.
The following items will be used:
• Personal mixer
• XLR mic cable
• BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor
• Performance platform such as the PLF-1 with installed tactile transducer(s)
• Locking speaker cable
• Headphones or earbud monitors
An A360 Personal Mixer feeds its headphone mix to a BOOM-1 from its built-in Mono Mix Out.
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Start with the power off on all devices. Follow these steps to connect the system:
1. Set up the performance platform and its tactile transducer(s) according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
2. If you are using the Aviom PLF-1, set the Transducer System Select DIP switches on the
BOOM-1 rear panel for th PLF-1. See “Transducer System Select” on page 13 for more
info.
3. Connect the XLR mic cable to the mono line-level output of the A360 Personal Mixer.
4. Connect the male end of the XLR mic cable to the LIne In on the BOOM-1 rear panel.
5. Using the locking speaker cable, connect one end to the tranSduCer outjack on the
BOOM-1 processor rear panel.
6. Connect the other end of the locking speaker cable to the tactile transducer input on the
performance platform.
7. Connect the performer’s headphones or earbuds to the Stereo MIx out jack on the A360
Personal Mixer.
8. Power up the personal mixing system and the BOOM-1 Tactile Transducer Processor.
9. Set the A360 Personal Mixer’s Mono MIx out level to about half way up as a starting
point.
10. While standing on the platform, create a basic mix on the personal mixer and then raise
the level of the StrengtH control on the BOOM-1 front panel to add in the performance
platform tactile transducer.
Note: When using an A360 Personal Mixer, remember that the A360’s Mono MIx outknob controls
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the amount of the current mix sent to the Personal Mixer’s rear-panel XLR Mono MIx out
jack.
19” (482.6 mm) wide x 8.62” (219.07 mm) deep; 2U, 3.5”
(88.9 mm) high
Weight6.0 lbs, 2.72 kg
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Specifications
CTT-1 Clamp-On Transducer
Transducer Input
Dimensions
Dimensions, shipping
Weight7 lbs, 17.24 kg
Attached, 2-conductor cable with locking connector
6.125 x 4.375 x 4.375”, 15.56 x 12.38 x 11.11 cm
10 x 8 x 10 inches, 25.4 x 20.32 x 25.4 cm
PFS-1 Performance Stool
Model No.
Transducer Input
Seat
Depth
Width
Thickness
Backrest
Footrest
Dimensions
QuikL ok DX-749
Locking, 2-conductor
Adjustable; 9 positions, from 22.8” to 31.5” (58 to 80 cm)
12.4”, 31.5 cm
16.3”, 41.5 cm
2.36”, 60 mm
Adjustable
Adjustable, folding
Frame Width
Frame Depth
Weight Capacity
Dimensions, shipping
Weight38 lbs, 17.24 kg
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18.5”, 47 cm
242.5 lbs, 110 kg
50 x 9 x 18 inches, 450 x 215 x 125 mm
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PLF-1 Performance Platform
Transducer Input
Dimensions
Weight Capacity
Dimensions, shipping
Weight33 lbs, 14.97 kg
Locking, 2-conductor
28 x 32”, 71 x 81 cm
350 lbs, 159 kg
34 x 30 x 6 inches, 86.36 x 71.12 x 15.24 cm
KBS-1 Keyboard Seat
Model No.
Transducer Input
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth
Seat Thickness
Weight Capacity
On-Stage Stands KT7800+
Locking, 2-conductor
Adjustable; 19.5-24.5”, 48.26-64.23 cm
23.5”, 59.7 cm
12.5”, 31.75 cm
2.5”, 63.5 mm
360 lbs, 163.3 kg
Dimensions, shipping
Weight 24 lbs, 10.88 kg
29 x 11 x 17 inches, 74 x 28 x 43.2 mm
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Index
A
A-16D A-Net Distributor 2
A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor 2
A-16II Personal Mixer 17
A320 Personal Mixer 17, 21
A360 Mono Mix Out 19
A360 Personal Mixer 2, 14, 19, 23
AC Line Conditioning 3
AC power 10
Ambient temperature 8
Amp Clip/Protect LED 5, 7
Amplier 8, 11, 12, 21, 25
A-Net Distributor 2
Aux send 19