Nady PCS-12X User Manual

Features, Instructions
& Technical Data

P-CabTM Speakers

PCS-12X

Two-Way Powered Speakers

Powerful 2-way active speakers with superior performance, state-of-the­art versatile design, unprecedented affordability — perfect for all small
venue applications.

Congratulations!

You have just purchased one of the nest powered speakers on the
market today. The P-Cab™ Series was developing using the expertise
of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will nd
your new NADY AUDIO P-Cab™ Series powered speaker has superior
performance and greater exibility than any other powered speaker in
its price range.

We recommend that you read this instruction sheet carefully to get the
most out of your new unit. Thanks for selecting Nady Audio and our
PCS-12X as your choice in powered speakers.

FEATURES

• Full-range, two-way powered speaker

• 12” woofer

• 360W peak (180W RMS)

• Titanium compression horn

• Durable yet lightweight molded high-impact,
mineral-loaded polypropylene trapezoid
speaker enclosures, designed to deect
bumps and scrapes and perfectly balanced
for ease of portability and set-up; built-in
handles for carrying

• Ultimate exible design-yable, stackable,

WARNINGS

When using this speaker, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the product.

• This product may be capable of producing sound levels that could
cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of
time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you
experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult
an audiologist.

• To avoid damage to the drivers, never overload the speaker.

• To avoid the risk of re, do not ever expose the speaker to a source of
naked ames. Also, it should be located away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat vents, or other devices (including ampliers) that
produce heat.

• The product should be positioned so that proper ventilation is
maintained.

• This speaker is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose to weather
or high humidity, rain, etc.

• Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into, and liquids are not
spilled through, the enclosure’s openings. Do not place containers of
liquids on the speaker.

AND SPECIFICATIONS

pole mountable, or can be used as a oor
monitor when laid on its side with supplied
brace mounts

• Easy to use built-in 3 channel mixer with XLR
and 1/4” balanced Mic/Line inputs; Gain, Tre­ble, Mid, and Bass EQ’s; Channel and Master
Level controls; and amp Clipping LED

• Full top-end speaker features, including
low impedance electronically compensated
crossover (1/36 octave, 1500Hz) with full
driver protection (pre-circuit limiter; wide-

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• The product should be connected to a power supply only of the
type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
product. Replace the fuse only with one of the specied type, size,
and correct rating.

• The power supply cord should: (1) be undamaged, (2) never share an
outlet or extension cord with other devices so that the outlet’s or exten­sion cord’s power rating is exceeded, and (3) never be left plugged into
the outlet when not being used for a long period of time.

• Don’t place any heavy appliance or object on the speaker enclosure.

• This product should be serviced by qualied service personnel if:

A. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the

B. The product has been exposed to rain.
C. The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a

D. The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

• Do not attempt to service this unit. All servicing should be referred to
qualied service personnel.

angle, short throw, high-frequency dispersion
horn (90°H x 60°V) with 1” diameter precision
titanium compression driver, 20Hz - 20KHz
frequency range, and high SPL output
capability

• Optional padded zippered vinyl carrying case
available

• Frequency Response: 40Hz-17KHz

• Compact sizing for ease of portability: 14.17”
x 16.54” x 25.79”

• Lightweight: 35lbs

product.

marked change in performance.

OPERATION

Front View

Back View

Bottom View

(1) POWER ON/OFF SWITCH w/ internal LED
(2) AC POWER CORD IEC CONNECTOR w/ internal fuse holder

Connects to the AC power cable.
Fuse: 115VAC ~ 2A 250V 20mm glass tube
230VAC ~ 1A 250V 20mm glass tube

(3) AC SELECTOR SWITCH

Before plugging in the power cord, check to see that this switch is set to the
proper voltage for your area: ~115V (60Hz) or ~230V (50Hz).

Note: Units damaged due to powering up with the wrong voltage are not
covered under warranty.

(4) INPUTS

Balanced XLR and unbalanced 1/4” & RCA inputs.

(5) OUTPUT

XLR balanced output.

(6) POWER/PEAK LED

LED lights red when the output signal is clipping. It is acceptable if the red LED
lights occasionally. If the red LED lights more than occasionally, you should turn
down the volume to avoid audible distortion and damage to the speaker. LED
green light indicates the unit is on.

Note: Speakers damaged due to clipping are not covered under warranty.

(7) LEVEL CONTROL

This controls the master volume.

(8) HIGH/MID/LOW EQ CONTROLS
(9) INPUT LEVEL CONTROLS
(10) MIC/LINE SWITCH

TECHNICAL DATA

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(8)

(5)

(6)

(10)

(9)

(6)

(7)

(2)

(3)

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

(1)

Front View

25.79” 14.17”

16.54”

SERVICE

FOR YOUR NADY AUDIO PRODUCT

(U.S.) Should your NADY AUDIO product require service, please contact the Nady Service Department via telephone at [phone]
or e-mail at [e-mail]

Back View

Bottom View

1” dia.

1” dia.

(International) For service, please contact the NADY AUDIO distributor in your country through the dealer from whom you purchased
this product.

NADY SYSTEMS, INC. • 6701 SHELLMOUND STREET, EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Tel: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • www.nady.com