Ecler TRAIL103 User Manual

TRAIL103

ACOUSTIC CABINETS

Lighting rail mount loudspeaker

USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS

Important note 3

Precautions 3

Introduction 4

Main features 4

Connecting 4

Location and fitting 6

Technical specifications 13

Packaging content 13

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IMPORTANT NOTE

Congratulations. You now own the result of a well-designed, carefully produced
manufacture. We thank your for your trust by having chosen our TRAIL 103 lighting

rail mount loudspeaker.
To achieve its maximum working order and performance, it is VERY IMPORTANT,
before connecting, to read this manual carefully. To guarantee optimum working
order, we recommend that maintenance be carried out by our authorized Technical

Services.

PRECAUTIONS

• Read these instructions

• Keep these instructions

• Pay attention to all the warnings

• Follow all the instructions

• Do not use this equipment near water

• Clean only with a dry cloth

• Install following the manufacturer’s instructions

• Do not install near heat sources such as radiators or heaters.

• Use the accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• In the event of any repair, contact a qualified technical service.

Warning: misuse of this device may cause bodily harm, death
or damage the equipment.

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INTRODUCTION

TRAIL103 is a 3” loudspeaker with the appearance of a lamp. It is fitted with a three­fold installation system: in lighting rail, on a surface and using an adapter for a truss
or threaded bar. It includes connections for low impedance (4 ohm) and for high
impedance (15W and 30W). Available in white and in black.

MAIN FEATURES

• 3" loudspeaker

• Installation options in lighting rail, on a surface and using an adapter for a truss or
threaded bar.

• Connection for low impedance: 4 ohm.

• Connection for high impedance: 15/30W connector

• Available in white and in black

CONNECTING

The TRAIL103 accepts high or low impedance operation. In this regard, the rear
panel is fitted with 2 Euroblock connectors to allow for setting the work mode. The
HI-Z INPUT connector allows the system to operate in high impedance (100V line)
and the LO-Z INPUT connector in low impedance (*).

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The 100V line connector makes it possible to set the maximum power with which
each unit will operate. So in areas where a low noise level is required, the 0 and 15W
terminals are used to connect the loudspeaker, while in areas here a higher level is
required, the 0 and 30W terminals are used.

Note: in the event of using the loudspeaker in 70V installations, the corresponding
power ratings for the 100V position are reduced to half those indicated in the
connector terminals. In the case of 50V installations, they are reduced to a quarter.

The low impedance connector allows for setting the loudspeakers so that they
operate under these conditions, with a maximum power rating of 30W. In the event
of adopting this setting, the limitations of the amplifier must be taken into account
when connecting several loudspeakers to the output, especially if the impedance of

the unit falls below 4Ω. Furthermore, it is important for the connecting cable joining
the outputs on the amplifier and the loudspeakers is good quality and as short as
possible. This becomes particularly important when the distances to cover are
considerable and the loudspeaker impedance is low.

(*) Note: The loudspeaker distribution system on a 100V/70V line historically arose
from the technical need to mix loudspeakers with different impedances and/or
power ratings on the same line or amplification channel, all this without the need to
be concerned about the total impedance of the resulting whole. Additionally, this
system makes it possible, with minimum losses of impedance, to use long stretches
of cable and a slightly shorter section than that normally used in low impedance
installations.

ATTENTION!

If the system is accidentally connected to an amplifier with a low impedance
output, via the high impedance terminals (HI-Z INPUT connector), no damage
will occur to the loudspeaker, but it will operate far below its performance
features. In the event of accidentally connecting the loudspeaker to a low
impedance 100V network (LO-Z INPUT connector), this will seriously damage
it.

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LOCATION AND FITTING

The TRAIL1O3 offer different fitting systems. Included in the packing you will find all
the accessories needed for the different options: installation on a lighting rail, on a
surface (wall or ceiling) and in a threaded bar or truss.

The following rules should be followed:

• At all times, install the unit on solid, firm surfaces if choosing to install on a

surface (ceiling/wall).

• Installation on a lighting rail: TRAIL103 is compatible with 4 thread/3

circuit lighting rail systems.

• For good sound reproduction, there should be no obstacle between the

loudspeakers and those listening.

• Adjust the sound pressure levels to the playback needs. Despite its small

size, TRAIL103 has a performance far higher than domestic loudspeakers.

How to install on a lighting track:

1. Remove the side covers covering the loudspeaker arm.

2. Thread the audio cables through the holes so that the cable is then hidden

under the side covers.

3. Break the lug on the side cover to take out the cable. Use pliers to do this.

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4. Place the side covers threading the audio cable through the hole made. Exert

slight pressure on the covers until they are firmly in place.

5. Connect up the loudspeaker. Consult the chapter “CONNECTING” for further

details.

6. Fit the rear cover.

7. Place the loudspeaker on the lighting rail, as shown in the illustrations.

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8. Ensure that the adapter wheel is in the OFF position. Rotate the safety lug to

secure the loudspeaker on the lighting rail. Rotate the wheel until in a
position other than OFF and the safety lug will be blocked.

9. Orientate the loudspeaker to obtain the required position on the vertical and

horizontal axes.

How to install on a surface:

1. Remove the fitting accessory on the lighting rail. To do this, remove the

securing screws, as shown in the illustration.

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2. Thread the audio cables through the hole in the base. This is fitted with a

socket inside the base to ease making connections (optional).

3. Attach the base to the surface. Make sure that the surface is solid and firm.

To this end, it has 4 holes. It is advisable to use Ø4mm screws (not included).

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Push the cover on the base through the loudspeaker arm to make the
connections.

5. Make the connections. Follow steps 1 to 6 shown in the previous section:

installing the lighting rail.

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6. Insert the attachment for the loudspeaker arm on the previously installed

based, in line with the following illustration.

7. Attach the cover to the base. To do so, apply pressure to the cover against

the base so that the groove and lugs are in line. You will hear a click when it
is attached.

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8. Orientate the loudspeaker to obtain the required position with the vertical

and horizontal axes.

Procedure for installing on a truss or threaded bar:

1. Remove the lighting rail mounting accessory. To do so, remove the

attachment screws, as shown in the illustration. Also remove the washer and
plastic part on the loudspeaker arm.

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2. Secure the mounting accessory on the threaded bar or truss, as shown in the

illustration below.

3. Make the connections. Follow steps 1 to 6 as detailed in the previous section:

installing on lighting rail.

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Secure the loudspeaker on the threaded bar or truss and orientate the
loudspeaker until obtaining the required position on the vertical and
horizontal axes.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Ways

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Driver diameter

3”

RMS power

30 W

Power connections

Lo-Z: 4Ω; Hi-Z: 15/30 W @ 100V

Input impedance

4Ω/667Ω/333Ω

High frequency response

20 kHz

Sensitivity 1W/1m

83 dB

Dimensions (without arm)

Ø96mm x 110mm

Fixing system

4 wire 3 circuit rail system

Support arm

Swivel (pan and tilt)

Connection type

Euroblock terminals 3C

Weight

1.00 kg

PACKAGING CONTENT

• TRAIL103

• Accessory for mounting on a lighting rail (installed in the loudspeaker)

• Accessory for mounting on a surface (2 parts: base + cover)

• Accessory for mounting on a threaded bar or truss (2 parts: plate + M10

serrated washer)

• Rear loudspeaker cover

• Euroblock connector 3C P=5.08

• Screw 5.1x20 (for securing the safety cable, not included)

• Brief User’s Guide

• Guarantee card

All product characteristics are subject to variation due to production tolerances. NEEC AUDIO BARCELONA S.L. reserves the right to make changes or improvements in the

design or manufacturing that may affect these product specifications.

Motors, 166‐168 08038 Barcelona ‐ Spain ‐ ([phone] [e-mail] www.ecler.com