Eaw Redline User Manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your Redline system.

The Redline series of products is the result of industry-leading innovation in

acoustical and mechanical engineering, executed with meticulous craftsmanship.

Please read these instructions to get the maximum performance

from your new loudspeaker system.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - READ THIS FIRST

Safety Instructions

Read and heed all warnings and safety instructions in this manual before using this product. Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage, injury, or death.

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 a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any amplifier 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 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 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.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the Caster Pallets and accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold

with the apparatus. When a Caster Pallet is used, use caution when moving the 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 service personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15) DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE AMPLIFIER ITSELF; IT IS NOT USER-SERVICEABLE. i. WARNING: The loudspeaker is supplied with an AC mains power cable.

Depending on the voltage model ordered, this cable is configured with the most common ac mains connector for that voltage. If the connector is not compatible with the local ac mains receptacle, employ a licensed electrician to re-configure the cable with the proper connector. Ensure that ac power supply has a properly grounded safety ground. Failure to follow this warning could cause equipment damage, injury, or death.

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ - À LIRE EN PREMIER

Instructions Relative à la Sécurité

Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde fournies dans le manuel des enceintes EAW avant d'utiliser ce produit. Le non-respect de ces consignes et mises en garde peut entraîner des dommages aux équipements et des accidents aux personnes pouvant être fatals.

ATTENTION: L'enceinte est fournie avec un cordon secteur. Selon la tension du modèle commandé, ce câble est fourni avec la fiche la plus communément utilisée avec cette tension. Si la fiche n'est pas compatible avec les prises secteur de votre région, faites appel à un électricien agréé pour modifier le cordon secteur en fonction du format local. Vérifiez que la fiche secteur dispose d'une mise à la terre. Le non-respect de la mise à la terre peut entraîner des dommages aux équipements et des accidents aux personnes pouvant être fatals.

PRECAUZIONI DI SICUREZZA - DA LEGGERE PER PRIMO

Norme di Sicurezza

Prima di procedere con l'utilizzo del prodotto, leggere e rispettare ogni avvertenza e norma di sicurezza riportata nel "Manuale EAW Loudspeaker". Il mancato rispetto di ogni precauzione può causare danni all'apparecchiatura, nonché infortuni alle persone o la morte.

ATTENZIONE: Il diffusore è completo di cavo d'alimentazione ac fornito in dotazione. In base

la voltaggio del modello di diffusore acquistato, il cavo è configurato con il connettore ac più adeguato. Nel caso in cui il connettore non sia compatibile con le prese di corrente adottate nell'area d'impiego, rivolgersi ad un elettricista qualificato per ri-configurare il cavo con il

connettore più appropriato. Assicurarsi che la presa di corrente sia adeguatamente collegata a terra. Il mancato rispetto di tali norme può causare danni all'apparecchiatura, nonché infortuni alle persone o la morte.

PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD - LEA EST O PRIMERO

Instrucciones de Securidad

Lea y observe todos los avisos e instrucciones de seguridad que aparecen en el "Manual de altavoces EAW" adjunto antes de usar este aparato. El no observar esta precaución puede dar lugar a averías en el aparato, daños en las personas o incluso la muerte.

PRECAUCION: El altavoz viene de fábrica con un cable de corriente. Dependiendo del voltaje que use el modelo solicitado, este cable estará configurado con el enchufe más habitual para ese tipo de corriente. Si ese enchufe no es compatible con su salida de corriente, contacte con un electricista profesional para que cambie el enchufe del cable por el tipo adecuado. Asegúrese de que la salida de corriente tenga una conexión a tierra adecuada. El no observar esta advertencia puede dar lugar a averías en el aparato, daños en las personas o incluso la muerte.

SICHERHEITSHINWEISE - LESEN SIE DIESEN ABSCHNITT ZUERST

Sicherheitsanweisungen

Lesen und beachten Sie alle Warnungen und Sicherheitsanweisungen der mitgelieferten "EAW Lautsprecher Bedienungsanleitung" vor der Benutzung des Produkts. Nichtbeachtung dieser Hinweise können möglicherweise zu Schäden am Equipment oder zu Verletzungen bzw. zum Tod von Personen führen.

WARNUNG: Der Lautsprecher wird mit einem Netzkabel geliefert. Abhängig von der jeweiligen Netzspannung wird das Kabel mit dem für die jeweilige Netzspannung gängigsten Netzstecker ausgeliefert. Sollte der Netzstecker nicht in Ihre Netzsteckdose passen, dann lassen Sie von einem zugelassenen Elektrobetrieb einen passenden Netzstecker montieren. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Schutzkontakt der Netzsteckdose einen guten Kontakt zur Erde hat. Nichtbeachtung dieser Hinweise können möglicherweise zu Schäden am Equipment oder zu Verletzungen bzw. zum Tod von Personen führen.

FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules (pending). These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by LOUD Technologies® could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Correct Disposal of this Product

This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your national law. This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with WEEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - READ THIS FIRST ............................................................................. 2

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ - À LIRE EN PREMIER .......................................................................................... 3

PRECAUZIONI DI SICUREZZA - DA LEGGERE PER PRIMO ............................................................................. 3

PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD - LEA EST O PRIMERO .............................................................................. 4

SICHERHEITSHINWEISE - LESEN SIE DIESEN ABSCHNITT ZUERST ............................................................... 4

FCC Compliance .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Correct Disposal of this Product ......................................................................................................... 5

Redline™ System Overview ......................................................................................................................... 9

Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................... 9

Contents .................................................................................................................................................. 9

Functionality and Operation ..................................................................................................................... 10

RL12/RL15 Rear Input Panel Connectors and Controls ........................................................................ 10

RL18S Subwoofer Rear Input Panel Connectors and Control ............................................................... 11

Audio Connections ................................................................................................................................ 12

AC Mains Connection ............................................................................................................................ 12

Linking power ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Operating Indicators ............................................................................................................................. 13

Operating Limits .................................................................................................................................... 14

Adjusting the Output Level ................................................................................................................... 14

LED Dim ................................................................................................................................................. 14

Onboard Processing/Voicing ..................................................................................................................... 15

Voicing Options - RL12, RL15 ................................................................................................................ 15

Main .................................................................................................................................................. 15

Main + Sub ........................................................................................................................................ 15

Monitor ............................................................................................................................................. 15

Voicing - RL18S ...................................................................................................................................... 16

Normal .............................................................................................................................................. 16

Cardioid Front ................................................................................................................................... 16

Cardioid Back .................................................................................................................................... 16

DynO™ ................................................................................................................................................... 17

EAW Focusing™ ..................................................................................................................................... 17

Redline Application Configurations .......................................................................................................... 18

Removing the Red Strip ........................................................................................................................ 18

Rotating the horn .................................................................................................................................. 18

Creating Symmetrical Monitor Angles (Swapping Amplifier Modules) ................................................ 19

Application Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 20

Flying Redline from threaded mounting points .................................................................................... 20

Arraying RL12 and RL15 ........................................................................................................................ 20

Vertical Array ........................................................................................................................................ 20

Horizontal Array .................................................................................................................................... 20

Recommended Accessories .................................................................................................................. 20

RL18S Standard Cardioid Configurations .............................................................................................. 21

Two RL18S Stacked Horizontal .......................................................................................................... 21

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Two RL18S Side-by-Side Horizontal .................................................................................................. 21

Two RL18S Side-by-Side Vertical ....................................................................................................... 21

Other Cardioid Configurations .............................................................................................................. 22

Rigging ....................................................................................................................................................... 22

Warnings ............................................................................................................................................... 23

Reference Material ............................................................................................................................... 23

Firmware Update Procedure .................................................................................................................... 24

Firmware Update on RL12/RL15 ........................................................................................................... 24

Firmware Update - RL18S ..................................................................................................................... 25

Basic Field Troubleshooting and Repair .................................................................................................... 26

No Sound or Low Output ...................................................................................................................... 26

Distorted Sound .................................................................................................................................... 26

Partial Sound (Some Frequency Bands Missing) ................................................................................... 26

Rigging Problems .................................................................................................................................. 27

Enclosure and Integral Hardware ......................................................................................................... 27

Cosmetics .............................................................................................................................................. 27

Driver Service ........................................................................................................................................ 27

Powered Loudspeaker Electronics ........................................................................................................ 28

Internal Electronics and Wiring............................................................................................................. 28

Electrical Warnings ................................................................................................................................... 28

AC MAINS SUPPLY ................................................................................................................................. 28

Translations ........................................................................................................................................... 28

ALIMENTATION SECTEUR ...................................................................................................................... 28

ALIMENTAZIONE AC .............................................................................................................................. 28

FUENTE DE ALIMENTACIÓN .................................................................................................................. 29

NETZSTROMVERSORGUNG ................................................................................................................... 29

AC Mains Cable ..................................................................................................................................... 29

Translations ........................................................................................................................................... 29

Cordon secteur ...................................................................................................................................... 29

Cavo d'alimentazione AC ...................................................................................................................... 29

Cable de alimentación .......................................................................................................................... 29

Netzkabel .............................................................................................................................................. 30

Operating Temperature ........................................................................................................................ 30

Service, Inspection & Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 30

General Service ..................................................................................................................................... 30

Rigging Service ...................................................................................................................................... 30

Routine Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 30

Internal Electronics and Wiring............................................................................................................. 31

Contacting EAW ........................................................................................................................................ 31

Operating Questions ............................................................................................................................. 31

Service Information ............................................................................................................................... 31

General .................................................................................................................................................. 31

Redline™ System Overview

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Power Cable(dependent on products’ AC mains voltage) 115 V - Neutrik® powerCON® to Nema 15R plug 230 V - Neutrik® powerCON® to male Schuko plug

Redline Series Owner's Manual (this document)

Warranty Card

Redline is the newest powered point‐source loudspeaker from EAW. Drawing from EAW’s deep legacy

as a manufacturer of high‐end touring loudspeakers, Redline is designed specifically for the

professional audio user in corporate AV, rental & staging, and installation. Every feature is optimized to make these users’ lives easier.

The Redline family consists of three models – a 12” two‐way, 15” two-way and 18” subwoofer. All three models incorporate a complete amplifier and processing module, including over 1,250 watts of Class‐D Power‐Factor‐Corrected bi‐amplified power (1,000 watts for the subwoofer). Our 12” and 15”

mains feature EAW’s signature Focusing™ for a pristine impulse response, and all Redline models incorporate EAW’s new DynO™ dynamic optimization algorithms to maintain this fidelity at even the

highest output levels.

RL12 and RL15 mains each include three pre‐defined, pre‐tuned voicings for mains, monitor and mains

with sub configurations. Each of these mains features a symmetrical enclosure and swappable amplifier module to easily form mirror‐image monitor pairs. RL18S subwoofers feature a push‐button cardioid function that allows you to create perfect cancellation behind the stack with two loudspeakers

(one rotated). All Redline models feature 18‐gauge steel grilles, hyper‐black EAW logos and EAW’s signature RoadCoat™ finish shared with many other EAW touring products such as Microwedges and

Adaptive Systems.

In short – Redline gives professional users what they need most: rapid setup, spectacular sound with little fuss, application flexibility, and long‐term reliability, all wrapped in styling that radiates professionalism.

Unpacking

You should have visually inspected the outside of the shipping carton and noted any damage on the shipping bill you signed. After unpacking, if you find concealed damage to the loudspeaker, save the packing materials for the carrier's inspection, notify the carrier immediately and file a shipping damage claim. Although EAW will help in any way possible, it is always the responsibility of the receiving party to file any shipping damage claim. The carrier will help prepare and file this claim.

Contents

Functionality and Operation

Status LED

Indicator for normal and fault status

Clip Indicator

Indicator for input signal clipping

Limit Indicator

Indicator for limiting of output signal

Signal Presence Indicator

Indicator for signal presence

‘Main’ voicing selection indicator

Indicates Main voicing is selected

‘Main + Sub’ voicing selection indicator

Indicates Main+ Sub voicing is selected

‘Monitor’ voicing selection indicator

Indicates Monitor voicing is selected

Input level attenuator

Controls the input signal level

Mode selection button

Selects between different voicings

XLR input

Connect Analog input signals

XLR Loop Through

Loop input signal to additional RL products, or other devices

AC Mains Input

Connect to AC mains supply as labeled

AC Mains Loop Through

Loop AC Mains for up to (4) additional RL products.

AC Loop Circuit Breaker

User Resettable, 12A(115 V), 6A(230V)

RL12/RL15 Rear Input Panel Connectors and Controls

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