Renkus-Heinz iConyx IC8, iConyx IC24, iConyx IC32, iConyx IC16/8, iConyx IC16 Owner's Manual

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Assembly

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Installation Instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. The apparatus
shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on it.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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 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. Make sure the power cord remains readily accessible at
all times.

12. The AC Power Cord is the AC Mains disconnect.

13. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

14. Disconnect this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

15. 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, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

“WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARA­TUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE”

“CAUTION: THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE
FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CON­TAINED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS
YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO”.

IMPORTANT

Your Iconyx Steerable Column Loudspeaker contains no user-serviceable

parts and all service should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the use to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous Voltage" within the product's en­closure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to hu­mans.

Erklärung der graphischen Symbole
Der Blitz mit nach untenzielendem Pfeil in
einem gleichseitigen Dreieck weist den
Benutzer auf das Vorhandensein einer
unisolierten, "gefährlichen Spannung" im
Gehäuse hin, die stark genug sein kann, einer
Person einen gefährlichen elektrischen Schlag
zu versetzen.

The exclamanation point,within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the users to the
presence of important operating and mainte­nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

OPEN ONLY IF QUALIFIED AS

SERVICE PERSONNEL

To reiterate the above warnings: servicing instructions
are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid elec­tric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the Operation Instructions unless you
are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.

Das Ausrufezeichen in einem gleichseitigen
Dreieck weist den Benutzer auf wichtige
Betriebs- und Wartungsvorschriften in den
beiliegenden Unterlagen des Gerätes hin.

VORSICHT

GEFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN

SCHLAGES: NUR VON QUALIFIZIEREM

WARTUNGSPERSONAL ZU ÖFFNEN

Eindrigliche Warnung: Wartungsvorschriften dienen
nur der Benutzung durch qualifizieres Personal. Zur
Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schlages keine
anderen als die in den Betriebsvorschriften
beschriebenen Wartungsarbeiten ausführen, es sei
denn Sie sind dafür qualifiziert. Wartungsarbeiten
sind nur von qualifiziertem Wartungspersonal
auszuführen.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Introduction 2

General Information 3

Assembly Instructions 6

Address Number Verification 9

Software Installation & Setup 10

Computer Requirements 11
USB to RS422 Driver Installation 12

For Windows XP Users 12

For Windows 2000 Users 14
BeamWare Installation 18
BeamLoad (Array II) Installation 20
BeamEq (Canvas) Installation 20

Using the Software 22

BeamWare 22
BeamLoad (Array II) 33
BeamEq (Canvas) 37

Installation 41

Cabling Required 41

Power 41

Audio & Digital Contol 41

Installation 43

Wall Mounting 43

Suspended (Flying) 44

Servicing 45

Trouble Shooting Hints 45

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you have a question about Steerable Column Loudspeakers or run into a problem using one of our

ICONYX Steerable Column Loudspeakers,

call our technical support staff.

Phone: [phone]

Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.

Ask for:

Jim Mobley (Extension 104)

Jonas Domkus (Extension 135)

E-mail

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a Renkus-Heinz Iconyx Steerable Column Loudspeaker. We hope you
enjoy it.

Your Iconyx Steerable Column Loudspeaker was carefully tested and inspected before leaving our factory
and should have arrived in perfect condition. Please carefully inspect the shipping carton(s) and loudspeak­er(s) for any noticeable damage, and if any damage is found, immediately notify the shipping company.

Only you, the consignee, may institute a claim with the carrier for any damage incurred during shipping. Be
sure to save the carton(s) and all packing material for the carrier’s inspection.

It is also a good idea to save the carton and packing material even though the loudspeaker arrived in good
condition. If you should ever need to ship the loudspeaker, it should be shipped in its original factory packag­ing.

GENERAL INFORMATION

To simplify shipping and handling, ICONYX arrays are constructed from 8-channel or 16-channel modules
and need to be assembled in the field. The assembly hardware is packed with the modules in cardboard
box(es) that double as carton “fillers”. The ones containing the hardware are marked “Hardware” to prevent
their being accidently discarded.

If you purchased an IC8 or IC16/8, all you need to do is remove the column loudspeaker and its hardware
box from the carton and install it. Skip to page 9 for Address Number Verification instructions.

If you purchased an IC16 or an IC32/16, you should have received two cartons (two 8-channel or 2-16 chan­nel modules) and will need to assemble them into a 16- or 32-channel unit. Each carton will include a hard­ware box, but if you purchased an IC16 only the box in carton 1 will include hardware; the box in carton 2
will be empty. If you purchased an IC32/16, both boxes will include hardware.

If you purchased an IC24, you should have received 3 cartons (three 8-channel modules). The hardware
boxes in cartons 1 and 2 will include hardware, while the box in carton 3 will be empty.

If you purchased an IC32, you should have received 4 cartons (four 8-channel modules) and will need to
assemble them. The hardware boxes in cartons 1, 2 and 3 will include hardware; the box in carton 4 will be
empty.

A detailed listing of the hardware supplied with each model follows on the next page. The cartons will be
marked to show the modules’ position in the finished column array; for example, top, bottom, center, etc.

In all cases, if you ordered a mounting hinge kit with the loudspeaker the female portions of the hinge
assemblies will have been installed on the modules for you. The male portions of the wall mounting hinge
assemblies will be packed in the hardware box(es). A dimensional drawing of the column array and paper
mounting templates were included in the plastic bag that contained this manual.

Note that the male sections have been set up to allow the column to swing to the right away from the wall. If
you want the column to swing to the left, you will need to change the location of the hinges from the right
side of the wall mounting plate to the left side. Refer to the Installation section of this manual for more infor­mation.

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Item Description

6-Foot power cord with IEC connectors

3-pin Phoenix connectors (used for audio input con­nections

7-pin Phoenix connectors (used for data control con­nections

AC power jumper cables (3-conductor with Molex
connectors)

Data / signal jumper cable (15-conductor flat wire
cable) with Amp connectors

Small 7/8 inch by 3 inch cover plates

#4-40 x 1/4 inch philips head machine screws (used
to secure the data/signal cable connectors)

M4 Philips flat head machine screws

M5 Philips pan head machine screws

Wall Mtg. hinge plates (If hinge kit was purchased)

Model

IC8

IC16/8

Model

IC16

IC32/16

Model

IC24

Model

IC32

Box

#1

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** Only if IC32/16 was purchased.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

In the following instructions, the term “module” is used to refer to one of the 8-channel sections of
the finished assembly, which is called a column or a column array.

1. Prepare an assembly area. Each module is a little over 3 feet long, so you need a flat surface at
least 6 feet long to assemble an IC16 or IC16/8, 9 feet long for the IC24 and 12 feet long for the
IC32 and IC32/16.

2. We suggest covering the assemly area with a heavy cloth or some other soft material to prevent
damaging the finish on the cabinets while assembling them.

3. Avoid resting the modules on their grille. The modules are heavy and may deform the grille.
Instead, rest the modules on their sides or back.

4. Place the modules in their respective positions on the assembly area.
Hint: The lower end of each module is the end of the module with the access plate for the
power cord, input connections and programming cable. In the graphic shown below the
access plates were removed for illustration purposes.

5. Align the two columns to be joined on a tabletop or on the floor so that the top of the lower one

and the bottom of the upper one are close to one another, say 4” (10 cm) apart. See below.

6. Loosen the screws that are holding the heavy joining plate in place. You will not be able to bring

the two modules together unless these screws are loose.

7. Move one module somewhat to the side so you can get at the ends with a small screwdriver.

8. Into the end of each module connect the short 3-conductor AC cable. It only goes into the sockets

one way and the cable is reversible. Make sure each end is firmly seated and a click is heard when
inserting the plug. Caution: For safety, use only the interconnection cable supplied by Renkus-Heinz.

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9. Into the end of each module connect the short 15-conductor ribbon cable. It only goes into the
sockets one way and the cable is reversible. It does not matter which end goes into which module.
Caution: for safety, use only the interconnection cable supplied by Renkus-Heinz.Using a small
Philips screw driver, secure the connector on each end of the ribbon with two 4-40 Philips head
screws (supplied). Make sure the connectors are fully seated. You should hear a click when they
seat. If necessary, use a flashlight to check because if the connectors are not seated properly, you
may have to disassemble the column again in order to seat them correctly.

11. Align the two modules and slide them together, making sure the holes in the heavy joining plate
align with the holes in the modules.

12. Install the remaining joining plate screws and snug them reasonably tight.

13. Turn the assembly on its rear and install the small coupling bars.

Note: If you are assembling an IC24. IC32 or IC32/16 with hinges, verify that the center join
ing plate with a hinge on it is located in the best spot for the installation. If it isn’t, now is the
time to move it to another location.

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14. The last step is to finish tightening the screws that hold the heavy joining plate in place. Turn the

assembly on its side and tighten the screws.

15. If you are assembling an IC24, IC32 or IC32/16, repeat the assembly procedure until all the mod-

ules are joined together into one assembly.

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ADDRESS NUMBER VERIFICATION

1. Iconyx steerable column loudspeakers are digitally controlled and each 8-channel module must
have a separate and distinct address number. The address number for each module is set using a
BCD (Binary Coded Decimal) coding system and 8 on/off dip switches. The switches are located
behind each module’s rear access plate.

The switches are set at the factory based on the size and quantity of steerable column loudspeakers
ordered. You may want to check and record these settings before installing the loudspeakers. It is a
lot easier to do it now than it will be after the loudspeakers are installed.

2. Remove the access plate(s) and locate the switches. Each 8-channel module will have an access
plate.

Notice that there are 8 orange on/off Dip switches. Switches 1 to 4 are labeled as “ONES” and
switches 5 to 8 are labeled “TENS”. The switches are “on” when set to the position closest to the
numbers and “off” (--) when set to the other position.

The switch settings for modules 1 to 16 follow:

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r

r

Switch Numbe

Module Numbe

1ON
2ON
3ONON
4ON
5ON ON
6ONON
7ONONON
8ON

9ON ON
10 ON
11 ON ON
12 ON ON
13 ON ON ON
14 ON ON
15 ON ON ON
16 ON ON ON

12345678

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The switch settings for modules 17 to 32 are:

3. Common practice is to number the 8-channel modules consecutively starting at 01 with the bottom
module. In an IC32, for example, the bottom module would be 01 and the ones on top of it num­bered 02, 03 and 04. If the system had two IC32’s, the second IC32 would have its modules labeled
05, 06, 07 and 08 with number 05 being the bottom module.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION & SETUP

Iconyx steerable column loudspeakers are digitally controlled and a PC with appropriate software is
needed during installation and setup. Once the setup is completed the PC is no longer needed
unless the system parameters need to be adjusted or changed.

The Iconyx software requires a PC meeting at least the following basic requirements:

Processor Speed: 800 MHz Pentium or higher
Memory: 256 MB or higher
Interface: At least one available USB port compliant with USB1.1
Operating System: Windows 2000 SP4 or Windows XP SP1 or higher
Operating System Add-Ons: .NET Framework (provided with the Iconyx software)
Screen Resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher
Browser: Internet Explorer v5.0 or higher

Note that Windows 95 and Windows 98 are not supported.

A typical system layout is shown below.

17 ON ON ON ON
18 ON ON
19 ON ON ON
20 ON
21 ON ON
22 ON ON
23 ON ON ON
24 ON ON
25 ON ON ON
26 ON ON ON
27 ON ON ON ON
28 ON ON
29 ON ON ON
30 ON ON
31 ON ON ON
32 ON ON ON

RS422 Contol Cable

From Audio Source

Audio Cable

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Notes:

1. The Audio Cable is a conventional twisted-pair shielded audio cable. It terminates in a 3­pin Phoenix connector and loops from column to column; looping Phoenix connectors are
provided on each column. 1.0 V is required for rated power output. The column’s input
impedance is 10,000 Ohms balanced.

2. Since the Iconyx digital network uses a RS422 serial line for control, a USB to RS422
converter/adapter (Renkus-Heinz SETUP-IC) is needed to connect your computers USB out
put to RS422. The USB to RS422 converter/adapter terminates in a 9-pin DB-9 connector.
Each module provides a DB-9 connector plus a “looping’ 7-pin Phoenix connector. Note that
if you are using another USB to RS422 converter/adapter, it must have a communications
speed of at least 9600 baud.

3. The system allows up to 8 columns (up to 32 modules) to be controlled from a single
COM Port.

The Iconyx Software CD you received with your Steerable Column Loudspeaker includes the driver
needed by the USB to RS422 adapter plus 3 separate and distinct software programs that need to
be installed on your computer. These are:

1. BeamWare

BeamWare is used to design the beam’s shape and aiming and develop the FIR filter that
will be loaded into the column to control the beam’s shape and aiming.

2. BeamLoad (Array II)

The BeamLoad (Array II) program is used to identify and set-up the arrays and to install the
FIR filters that control the shaping and aiming of the column beam.

3. Beam EQ (Canvas)

Beam EQ (Canvas) is used to adjust (fine tune) the level and EQ settings of the individual
column arrays to optimize their performance. It is especially useful in multi-column distrib­uted systems for balancing levels during final commissioning.

Note: The Array II and Canvas programs are in the process of being renamed to the more
descriptive names, BeamLoad and Beam EQ. The older Array II and Canvas names are
used in this manual.

Inserting the Iconyx Software CD into the computer’s CD-ROM drive will open the splash (menu)
screen shown below.

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INSTALLING THE USB TO RS422 ADAPTER DRIVERS

Normally the USB to RS422 adapter and serial extension cable is installed before any of the soft­ware programs. However, the USB to RS422 adapter and software programs can be installed in any
order.

The USB to RS422 adapter is required for communications (data transfer) between the Iconyx col­umn arrays and the Array II and Canvas software programs. The Iconyx Software CD includes the
driver needed to install the USB to RS422 adapter. Before starting the installation make sure the

USB to RS422 converter and serial extension cable is not connected to any of the Iconyx
column arrays.

FOR WINDOWS XP USERS

1. With the PC on and Windows running, insert the Iconyx Software CD into your CD drive. Connect
the USB to RS422 adapter to an available USB1.1 compatible USB port. Windows will prompt you
with the following message. (If you do not receive this message window, skip ahead to page 17 and
the section “If Windows Did Not Prompt To Install Drivers automatically).

Select the option to not search Windows Update by clicking on “No, not this time” and then on Next
to continue.

2. You will be prompted with the following “Found New Hardware Wizard” screen. Select “Install the
software automatically (Recommended)” and click on Next. Windows will find the appropriate driver
automatically.

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3. After Windows finds the approprate driver, you will be notified that the driver has not passed
Windows Logo testing with the following message. Click on “Continue Anyway”. Windows will finish
the driver installation. Click on “Finish” when prompted.

4. Windows will now find another hardware device, which is the Serial Port device of the adapter
cable. Again you will be prompted with the option to search Windows Update. Click “No, not this
time” and then Next to continue.

5. You will be prompted with the following screen. Click “Install the software automatically
(Recommended)” and then click on Next. Windows will find the appropriate driver automatically.

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After Windows finds the appropriate driver, you will be notified that the driver has not passed
Windows Logo testing with the following message. Click on “Continue Anyway”. Windows will finish
the driver installation. Click “Finish” when prompted.

You have now completed the USB to RS422 adapter driver installation.

FOR WINDOWS 2000 USERS

1. With the PC on and Windows running, insert the Iconyx Software CD into your CD drive. Connect
the USB to RS422 adapter to an available USB1.1 compatible USB port. Windows will notify you
that it has found new hardware (USB to Serial Cable) and start the Found Neww Hardware Wizard.
Click on Next to continue. (If you do not receive this message window, skip ahead to page 17 and
the section “If Windows Did Not Prompt To Install Drivers automatically”).

2. You will be prompted with the following screen. Click “Search for a suitable driver for my device
(Recommended) and then click on Next.

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3. You will be prompted to search for the location of the drivers. Click CD ROM Drives, then click
Next.

After Windows finds the appropriate driver, you will be prompted to install it, click on Next.

After Windows finishes installing the driver, click “Finish” when prompted.

4. Windows will now find another hardware device, which is the Serial Port device of the adapter
cable. Again, Windows will notify you that it found new hardware (USB Serial Port) and start the
Found New Hardware Wizard. Click on Next to continue.

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5. You will be prompted with the following screen. Click “Search for a suitable driver for my device
(Recommended)” and then click Next.

6. You will be prompted for a location to search for the drivers. Click CD ROM Drives, then click on
Next.

After Windows finds the approprate driver, you will be prompted to install it, click Next.

After Windows finishes installing the driver, click on “Finish” when prompted. You have now finished
the USB to RS422 adapter driver installation.

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IF WINDOWS DID NOT PROMPT TO INSTALL DRIVERS AUTOMATICALLY

If Windows did not prompt you as in step 1, you will need to manually initate the driver installation.
Open Device Manager (by Right-Clicking on MyComputer and selecting “Manage”). Click on the
“Device Manager” icon and look for “USB to Serial Cable” with a yellow exclamation mark. You may
find it under “Universal Serial Bus Controllers”, “Other Devices”, or “Unknown Devices”.

Double click the USB to Serial Cable item, and click on “Reinstall Driver”. Follow the instructions
from Step 1.

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INSTALLING BEAMWARE

1. Click on the Install BeamWare button to activate the BeamWare installer program.

If you have an old version of BeamWare installed on your computer, the window shown below will
appear. The old version needs to be uninstalled before the new BeamWare version is installed.
Select Remove RHBeamWare and click on OK. This will remove the old version and close the setup
window and you will need to restart the setup program by clicking on the Install BeamWare button.

If you do not have an old version of BeamWare on your computer or if you have just uninstalled the
old version, the window shown below will open. Note that the “Remove” or “Repair” options no
longer appear.

Click on Next to start the installer. This will open the Select Installation Window shown on the next
page.

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Notice that you are given the choice of limiting access to BeamWare to just yourself or of giving
access to anyone using the computer. Make your choice and then approve the suggested file loca­tion by clicking on Next.

A Confirm Installation window will open. Approve the installation by clicking on Next. When the
Installion Complete window appears, click on Close to exit the installer.

Notice that the installer placed a BeamWare icon on your desktop.

Note: Microsoft’s .NETFramework must be installed on your computer to operate BeamWare.
In case you do not have .NETFramework on your computer, we have supplied the Microsoft
installer for you. Open My Computer and right mouse click on the Iconyx Software CD and
select “Explore” to browse to the Iconyx Software CD-ROM. Double click “dotnetfx.exe” to
start the installer. When the installation is finished, you may be required to reboot.

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INSTALLING ARRAY II

1. Click on the Install ARRAY II button to activate the Array II installer program.

A. Click on OK.

B. Click on the large button in the dialogue box to continue

C. Click on Continue to begin the installation (note that this also accepts the DC Audio
program group)

D. Click on OK to complete the installation

Notice that the installer placed an Array II icon on your desktop.

INSTALLING CANVAS

1. Click on the Install CANVAS button to activate the Canvas installer program.

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A. Click on Next.

B. Approve the suggested file location by clicking on Next.

C. Select the Icon Option you wish to use and then click on Next to continue.

D. Click on Install to begin the installation.

E. Click on Done to complete the installation

Notice that the installer will have placed a Canvas icon on your desktop if you elected that option.

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USING BEAMWARE

1. To open BeamWare, click on the BeamWare icon the installer placed on your desktop. This will
start BeamWare and open the screen shown below.

2. Before you go any further, you should first verify that you are using the correct measurement
system (feet or meters). The default measurement system is Imperial (feet), but it’s always best to
check.

If you want to change it, go to the File pull down menu and click on Options or right click on the
BeamWare Project window in the center of the screen. Either method will open the Options screen
shown here. Make the change and then click on OK to approve the change.

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Notice that the Options window also allows you to change the height of the measuring plane (the Ear
Height), the Scale Level Views and the Color Legend. Until you are more familiar with the program
we suggest you accept the default settings. There are times, however, when you will want to change
the height of the measuring plane. It is set to 3.94 feet (1.2 meters) which is fine for a seated audi­ence, but not for a standing audience. Many experienced users also like to use the Fixed Range
option under Scale Level Views; setting the Round Up to 5 and the Show Range to 20. This places
the SPL line in the graph nearer to the center of the graph than the Automatically setting which
places the SPL line near the bottom of the graph.

3. Your next step will probably be to use the Title, Author and Comments text boxes at the top of the
screen to insert the project’s name, to identify yourself as the user and to add any comments you
may want to make.

4. You should know the physical dimensions of the area(s) you want to cover, so the next logical
step is to complete the Audience Area section on the right side of the screen.

To simplify this step, BeamWare provides five templates, the Standard one used as the default start­ing point and four others; Small Arena, Large Arena, Open Air and Theater. These templates are
available under the Edit pull down menu by clicking on Venue Presets. You should become familiar
with these templates, so we suggest you try each one of them and then choose the one that comes
closest to matching your project. Note how the number of areas and the sizes of the Audience Areas
change.

Once you have selected the template, alter the Audience Area size(s) and location(s) to match your
project’s dimensions. Notice that you can also add or delete up to a maximum of 3 Audience Areas
by using the Number field and associated drop down arrow.

The Start field establishes the beginning point of the Audience Area relative to the “0” point of the
graph. The Start point is usually the first row of seating. Height 1 is the height of the front of the
Audience Area. It usually is “0” for the front of the first floor area. Length is the physical length of the
Audience Area from the front edge to the rear edge. Height 2 is the elevation (height) of the rear of
the Audience Area above the “0” plane.

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6. The next step is to select the steerable column you want to use in the simulation, position it and
define the beam (lobe).

Select the appropriate column, IC8, IC16, IC24, IC32, IC16/8 or IC32/16, using the Setup field on the
left side of the screen and its associated drop down arrow. See below.

Now, it’s time to locate (position) the steerable column. Usually it will be on the front wall (X = 0.00)
on the New RH BeamWare Project display. If it will be placed away from the wall, the front of the
stage, for example, move it forward by inserting its correct location. Note that after you insert a figure
in the field, you need to press Enter on your keyboard to OK the change in location.

The Y field controls the height of the column array by positioning the bottom of the column above the
Floor level (the “0” level) The default position is 4 feet (1.22 meters). The Mechanical Angle field tilts
the column forward or backward (minus [-] numbers tip it back and plus [+] numbers tilt it forward).

The next step is to choose the Lobe Count. One of the unique features of Iconyx steerable arrays is
the ability to generate either single or multiple lobes. We’ll be discussing multiple lobes later in this
tutorial, so for now accept the default Single lobe shape.

Lobe Size lets you choose the Array’s opening angle which controls the sharpness of the vertical
lobe (beam). Try it out using the drop down arrow. Notice how the opening angle of the array in the
graphic varies as you choose different opening angles.

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Note that at any point you can click on the Calculate Mapping [F5] bar to tell the program to map the
array’s performance. Initially, a pop up screen will ask you to choose the resolution of the simulation.
Low Resolution simulations are much faster to run than High Resolution ones. Al you need to do to
start the simulation is to make your resolution choice by pressing one of the bars.

The simulation shown below was made using Medium Resolution.

Lobe Angle aims the vertical beam up or down. Try it out by selecting Lobe Angle [*], changing the
number and observing its effect. Note that after entering a new number you will need to press Enter
to initiate the change. You will also need to do a new Calculate Mapping to view the change. The old
map will have been wiped out by the program as you made the change.

Note that you can also check Focal Point [*] and then enter the exact location of the beam’s focal
point in Height from Floor and Distance from Front. Another way to position the beam’s focal point is
to use the mouse cursor to grab the end point of the aiming axis and and move it to the desired loca­tion. Try it out. It’s easy to do.

The Center field section allows you to move the location of the column’s acoustical center up or
down using either the drop down arrow or the associated slider control. Notice that the acoustical
center can be moved at will, but cannot be placed on either the very top transducer or the very bot­tom one.

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Now, let’s investigate the multiple beam capabilities of Iconyx. In many installations, a single beam is
the ideal solution for the room’s acoustical challenges and the beam’s movable acoustic center pro­vides all the mounting location flexibility needed.

In some cases, however, multiple beams are needed to provide the desired coverage. Rooms with a
balcony are a good example; in most cases a single beam can’t cover both the main floor and the
balcony. One solution is two line arrays, one for the floor and the other for the balcony, but this is
expensive. In other cases, architectural considerations or microphone placement dictate that the col­umn be mounted higher than is ideal and it’s impossible to cover the audience area with a single
beam.

Iconyx solves these problems by offering multiple beams, each having its own acoustical center.

To explore this unique Iconyx feature, click on the drop down arrow associated with Lobe Count.
This will produce the following screen.

Notice that on the IC16 you can select up to a maximum of 8 lobes. It’s up to four on the IC8, 12 on
the IC24 and 16 on the IC32.

Start exploring this feature by selecting two lobes (beams). At first glance it may appear that nothing
happened since the program placed the second beam almost on top of the first beam. The only way
to really tell is that the left side of the window now includes a Lobe Parameter Center 2 section.

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Change the acoustical center for both beams, placing the acoustical center for one beam at the top
of the array and the other one at the bottom.

Note that you can place the acoustical center of either beam 1 or of beam 2 at the top of the array.
In other words, either beam can be above or below the other one. In fact, both beams could have
their acoustical center at the same location.

The only difference is that the level of beam 2 can be reduced by inserting a negative value in the
Relative Level [Db] field, while the level of beam 1 can not be changed. This ability to reduce the
level of beam 2 allows you to balance the SPL levels when the beams are covering different audi­ence areas.

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As the next step in this excercise, let’s assume you have to move the IC16 10 feet futher away from the
audience area and up 20 feet in height. Change the Position [ft] parameters to read X = -10 and Y = 24
and reaim the two lobes.

As you can see, there is no way to get smooth coverage from this mounting location with just two beams.
Switch to 6 lobes and try again. Notice how the coverage is much smoother. You probably also noticed that
with the array placed at this height, you cannot get good coverage on the front of the audience area. You
will either need to add front fill loudspeakers or lower the column. The following screen shows what can be
accomplished with the column lowered to 15 feet and the beam aiming and levels adjusted.

Notice that the SPL levels dropped significantly. The more lobes you use the lower the level of each lobe.
Spacing the beam’s acoustical centers further apart will produce higher overall SPL levels than placing all
the acoustical centers at the same spot. Be aware that moving the acoustical centers of the multiple lobes
apart affects the signals coherency and degrades the sound. It’s best to keep them close together in sys­tems like this.

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Now that we understand the basics of using Beamware, it’s time to investigate one of the unique tools
Beamware includes to even further speed the design process. It’s called Auto-Focus and it is available as a
design aid whenever you choose to use 2 or more beams. You’ll find it under the Edit pull down menu.

Clicking on Auto-Focus or using the Ctrl+F shortcut key will open the setup window shown below.

Notice that it gives you the option of dictating the location of the acoustic centers or of allowing the program
to select them on the basis of maximum power or best coherence. Approve the location method by clicking
on OK and the program will automatically determine for you the best focus point for each of the beams.

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Auto-Focus will also warn you if the location you have chosen for the steerable array isn’t ideal; see below.

You can override this warning if you want and the program will still attempt to properly focus all the beams.
You may, however, want to try moving the array up or down to see if you can find a better location for the
Iconyx array or use more or fewer beams to see it you can eliminate this warning prompt.

Notice that Auto-Focus will have placed the focal points on the measuring plane established in the Options
Menu under EAR Height. Default is 3.94.feet, the approximate height of a seated listener’s ear. If your
audience will be standing most of the time, you will want to increase this 5.5 or 6 feet.

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8. The final step after you are happy with the design is to create the FIR (Finite Impulse Response) file that
will be used by the Array II program to control the column’s performance. Pressing the Generate FIR bar
will open the FIR file naming/destination screen shown below.

Although the program will let you change the File name, we recommend accepting the one generated by
the program. If you want to easily identify individual project files, use Windows Explorer to
create a project folder and then store the .fir files there. It’s easy to do. Just click on the Create New Folder
icon at the top of the Generate FIR window and follow the prompts. One word of caution, don’t use a “.”
(dot) in the folder name. Dashes and underscores are allowed, but dots are not.

Before exiting BeamWare you probably want to save you work. BeamWare offers you a variety of methods
to do this. Using Ctrl+S will save it as a project file that can be opened again at a later date and Ctrl+A
allows you to save it under another name.

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Selecting Create Print Version under the File pull down menu will create a Word document that can easily
stored. Selecting Save Picture As under the File pull down menu allows you to save the graphic project dis­play as an electronic file, for example as a Bitmap or JPEG.

Selecting Export under the File pull down menu opens the Screen shown below that allows you to Export
(save) the Beamware Setup as a .rhs setup file that can easily be imported into EASE.

It’s a simple thing to do; just open the EASE Iconyx DLL file into your EASE project in the normal fashion
and then click on Load Setup to import all the Beamware settings into EASE.

If you have EASE or EASE JR, we strongly encourage you to take the time to model the project in EASE
and evaluate the system’s overall performance. Beamware only shows you the column arrays vertical cov­erage and does not allow you to view the horizontal coverage or the effect of reflections on intelligibility or
clarity. EASE also allows you to analyse the effects of interference in designs having more than a single
column array.

If you do not have EASE or EASE JR, we urge you to consider purchasing at least EASE JR to assist you
in your design efforts.

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USING ARRAY II

1. To open Array II, click on the the Array II Icon the installer placed on your desktop. This will open
the screen shown below.

Notice that the opening screen contains 4 separate windows. Their appearance will change as you
step through the setup procedure.

The window in the lower right corner contains step by step instructions. Initially, it reminds you that
the USB to RS422 converter/adapter must be installed. It also must be connected to the steerable
column array(s) used in the system and the power to the system turned on.

2. Go to the Open COM Port pull down menu and select the COM Port being used by the USB to
RS422 converter/adapter.

If you aren’t sure which COM Port is being used by the USB to RS422 converter/adapter you can
find out by going to the Device Manager/Ports (COM & LPT) in your computer’s System Folder.

Another way is to simply go through the COM Port listing one by one. The program will tell you if you
choose one that is unavailable or in use, and when you hit the right one will load column loudspeak­er icons into the Speaker Array window. See example on next page. (Hint, it probably will be either
COM Port 3 or COM Port 5.)

At this point you have the opportunity to switch into a Demo Mode and familiarize yourself with the
program before using it in an actual system. Go to the Read Array drop down menu to view this
option. We’ll use Read Array instead of Demo Mode in our example.

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2. Now choose Read Array from the Read Array pull down menu at the top of the screen. This will
add to the Column List window a listing of all the 8-channel modules the program has found in the
system. We had only an IC8, so the system found only one.

3. Double click on the Column number. The module you selected will now appear in the Selected
Column Window.

Press the Test Tone bar. This will send a test tone through the module you have selected to identify
it. Now place the module in the Speaker Array window by clicking on its location. This will turn it on
(change its color).

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3. Repeat this operation for every 8-channel module in the system, making sure they are placed cor­rectly.

4. When all the modules are in their correct location, click on Store Configuration in the upper menu
bar. This will add a number box below each column array in the Speaker Array window. See below.

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5. Clicking on one of the number boxes will open the Select FIR Filter File window shown below.

Locate the FIR Filter set you want to install and click on the file that ends in a “1”; file
DCC16_CI_09_10_051.fir in the above screen. This will insert that file in the File Name field. Click
on Open and the program will sequentially load the FIR filter set into the selected column array.

Repeat the procedure for each column array in the system.

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USING CANVAS

1. To open the Canvas program, click on the Canvas Icon the installer program placed on your desk­top. The screen shown below will open.

Notice that you have several options; one is to select the column array you want to control through
use of the drop down arrow. You also have a choice of initializing the column array to the default
setting or of retrieving the column array’s previous settings. We recommend that you use ”Retrieve
current settings from module” since several of the parameters were preset by us before shipment.

Clicking on OK opens the following window.

Notice the blank window in the lower right corner of the screen. You may have to use the scroll bars
to view it in its entirety.

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As you can see from the flow chart, Canvas places control of the column array’s frequency response
and level at your fingertips.

Clicking on the Tone button opens the tone control screen shown below.

It gives you total control of both the low and high frequency response.

The High Pass Filter button inserts a high pass filter into the signal chain and allow you to dial in any
low frequency roll off you desire. It was preset to 100 Hz with a 24 dB per octave slope. Please don’t
attempt to set it to a lower frequency as this could lead to transducer failures. If you need more lows
in the system, add a subwoofer. Increasing the frequency is fine since this provides greater protec­tion for the transducers.

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The 8-Band button provides access to an 8-band parametric EQ allowing you to adjust the response
to compensate for any room acoustic pecularities.

The Master Level button allows you to control the output level of the column array.

The Compressor button allows you to adjust the compressor settings. They have been preset and
should not be changed. The preset settings are:

Ratio: 10:1
Threshold: -18 dB
Attack Time: 1 mS
Decay Time: 999 mS
Gain: 12 dB

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A tone signal generator is also included in the program. Pressing the Signal Generator button will
bring up the following screen which allows you to choose the signal’s frequency and distribute the
signal to the column array.

Please note that any changes are not saved in the column array’s memory until you have acti­vated the “Save settings to EEPROM” function under the Tools pull down menu. Otherwise
the settings will be lost as soon as the power is turned off.

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INSTALLATION

PRE INSTALL TEST

It’s always a good idea to test the column array as a complete unit before it is installed to make sure
all the connections were properly made and all the transducers are working. If there is a problem, its
a lot easier to find and correct before the unit is physically installed.

Use one of the 3-pin connectors supplied with the assemby to connect audio to the loudspeaker and
the power cord to connect the power. You do not need the digital control cable to conduct a simple
audio test.

Notice that these connections can be made inside any one of the access chambers. This Iconyx fea­ture gives you a choice of where the audio, power and digital control connections are made. You
can, for example, bring the power into the bottom module and the audio and digital control lines into
the top module.

CABLING REQUIRED

POWER

Your Iconyx column was supplied with a 6-foot AC Power cord with IEC connectors.

Note that the column(s) do not include a power on/off switch and you will have to make sure
an external power on/off switch is provided. Each module, however, does include a self­restoring circuit breaker as protection against damage in the event of an internal failure.

Power requirements for Iconyx columns are listed below.

IC8 and IC16-8: Universal 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 120 Watts
IC16 and IC32-16: Universal 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 240 Watts
IC24: Universal 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 360 Watts
IC32: Universal 100/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 480 Watts

WARNING:

1. The AC mains must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.

2. To remove power from the Iconyx column, disconnect the AC power cord.

3. If the knockout on the rear cover is used during installation, a means of preventing
damage to the AC power cord must be provided.

AUDIO & DIGITAL CONTROL LINES

A block diagram of a simple four column system follows. Note that the RS422 digital control cable
and the audio signal cable loop from column to column.

RS422 Contol Cable

From Audio Source

Audio Cable

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Each access port includes input connectors and looping ouput connectors for the audio and RS422
digital control lines. See below.

The audio cable is a conventional twisted pair shielded cable; 24 gauge or larger recommended. The
audio connectors are 3-pin Phoenix connectors. The audio amplifier has a high (10 K Ohm) input
impedance to allow bridging a number of amplifiers across the line and requires a 1 volt audio signal
to drive the amplifier to full output.

The digital control cable requires a minimum of 5 conductors; a twisted pair for Transmit, a twisted
pair for Receive and a ground line. Common practice is to use 3 twisted pair; 26 Gauge or larger.

The input connector for the digital control line is a standard 9-pin DB-9 connector while the looping
output line is a 7-pin Phoenix connector.

The wiring of the 7-pin Phoenix connector and the DB-9 connector is shown below.

7-pin Phoenix DB-9 Connector

Pin 1 = RX - (Receive) Pin 1 = RX - (Receive)
Pin 2 = TX + (Transmit) Pin 2 = TX + (Transmit)
Pin 3 = TX - (Transmit) Pin 3 = TX - (Transmit)
Pin 4 = Ground Pin 4 = Not Used
Pin 5 = Not Used Pin 5 = Ground
Pin 6 = Not Used Pin 6 = Not Used
Pin 7 = RX + (Receive) Pin 7 = Not Used

Pin 8 + Not Used

Pin 9 = RX + (Receive)

FAULT RELAY WIRING

A Fault Relay is an optional Iconyx feature . The Fault Relay when installed provides an indication (a
dry signal contact) of a failure or malfunction in any one or all of its associated D2 amplifier’s eight
DSP/amplifier channels. The dry contact provides a means of triggering an associated remotely
located fault alarm panel (not provided by Renus-Heinz).

The Fault Relay contacts are rated for an operating voltage of a maximum of 28V DC or AC at a
maximum current of 1 amp. This is considered to be a “dry contact”. The contact is completely isolat­ed from circuit or chassis ground. Under no circumstances is the contact to be used for 120V AC line
operation, any voltage higher than 28V AC or DC or any application connected either to the hot or
neutral side of the AC line.

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Connections to the Fault Relay are made using the 2-pin Orange Phoenix connector designated R­Control. A separate Fault Relay is needed for each 8-channel DSP controlled digital amplifier; an
IC24, for example, would have 3 Fault relays.

To prevent contact wear, it is suggested that the input of the circuit used with the contacts have a

0.1µFd 50V or higher capacitor connected between the leads of that input. In the case of multiple
switches wired in a series or parallel connection to a single input, only one capacitor is needed.

The Fault Relay can be programed for one of 4 modes of operation using two programming jumpers
each with two positions. J1 (jumper 1) has positions A and B while J3 has positions C and D. The
four possible operation modes are:

1. When the power is off, the contact is closed. When the power is turned on, the contact may open
momentarily while the unit does a self test then goes closed. The contact then goes open if that col­umn faults out. The contact closes again if the power is shut off. Combination BD

2. When the power is off, the contact is open. When the power is turned on, the contact may close
momentarily while the unit does a self test then goes open. The contact then goes closed if that col­umn faults out. The contact opens again if the power is shut off. Combination BC

3. When the power is off, the contact is closed. When the power is turned on, the contact changes to
open. The contact then goes closed if that column faults out or the power shuts off. Combination AD

4. When the power is off, the contact is open. When the power is turned on, the contact changes to
closed. The contact then goes open if that column faults out or the power shuts off. Combination AC

Mode 3 is the most popular one and the one used on all orders unless another mode is requested.
The operational mode can be changed in the field by removing the side panel adjacent to the orange
Phoexix connector and changing the jumpers on the Fault Relay PC board.

INSTALLATION

General Information

Your Iconyx column array was designed to be easy to install on either a flat surface such as a wall or
suspended from a ceiling. Note that it was not designed to be mounted in the wall or in an alcove.
The amplifers are convection cooled and their heat sinks require at least an inch of separation from
the nearest surface.

Optional hinge kits allow wall mounted column arrays to be rotated 90 degrees away from the wall to
provide easy access to the rear access ports during installation and for routine testing and service.
They also provide the separation needed for cooling.

The actual installation should be made either by or under the close supervision of someone experi­enced in installation techniques and rigging.

WALL MOUNTING

The following instructions assume that the column array(s) will be mounted using Renkus-Heinz HK
series hinge kits.

Unless the hinge kits were ordered separately from the column array(s) the female hinge sections
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Notice that each mounting plate has hinge sections on both the right and left side of the plate to provide for either
“right” or “left” swing away from the wall. IC8, IC16 and IC16/8 column arrays will have two hinge sections; IC 24,
IC32 and IC32/16 column arrays will have three hinge sections.

The wall mounting hinge plates have the male hinges mounted on the right side of the plates to provide for swinging
the column array to the right away from the wall (see below). If you want the column array to swing to the left, you
will need to change the location of the hinges to the left side.

Notice that one of the wall mounting hinge plates has a metal strap attached to it. This is the hinge plate that goes
on the bottom. The metal strap attaches to the bottom of the array after it is hung and keeps the column array from
turning.

If you have one of the larger IC24, IC32 or IC32/16 column arrays with three hinge sections you may want to verify
that the center hinges are in the best location for your installation. They can be moved by removing the joining plate
from the array assemby and then removing the hinge sections from the plate and installing them in a different loca­tion.

To assist you in attaching the wall mounting hinge sections a dimensional drawing showing the hinge
locations and several paper mounting templates were shipped with the column array. Its usually easier to tape the
paper templates to the wall while marking the hole locations than it is to hold the actual mounting plates in place
while marking.

Hint: To simplify the mounting many installers will first cut a “backing plate” the size of the
column out of heavy plywood and mount the hinge plates on it. It’s a lot easier to align the
hinge sections on a piece of plywood than it is on the wall. Then, when the aligment is
perfect they mount the “backing plate” to the wall. After that, it’s usually a comparatively
easy task to hang the column array on the backing plate.

After the column array is hung on the wall, remove the machine crew from the bottom end cap and use it to attach
the restraining strap.

SUSPENSION MOUNTING (FLYING)

The end caps of the column array are attached to the main frame with four metric M6 machine screws. Removing
these screws and replacing them with eye bolts provides up to four attachment points for flying. We recommend
using all four. If only 2 are used the column will not hang straight. It will either tilt up or down.

FINAL CONNECTIONS

All that is left to do is to connect the column array to the system wiring. Remove the access plate from the connec­tion port, remove one or more of the “knockouts” from the access plate, run the power, audio and digital control
cables through the access plate and connect them. Don’t forget to use appropriate cable bushings in the access
plate to protect the cables from damage.

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SERVICING

GENERAL INFORMATION

Your Iconyx steerable column array contains no user-serviceable parts and all service should be
referred to qualified service personnel.

Great care was taken in its design, however, to allow it to be serviced in the field without being
removed from its mounting position. The tranducers can be replaced from the front of the column by
removing the grille to expose the transducers and their mounting screws.

The 8-channel digital amplifier/DSP and associated power supply that is the heart of each 8-channel
module is one single assembly (see below) that can easily be taken out and replaced by removing
the module’s side panels.

TROUBLE SHOOTING HINTS

HUM

The most common sources of system hum are the program source or an improper or poor ground on
the audio signal line. Check the program souce to make sure the hum isn’t originating there.
Carefully check all the audio connections to make sure they are properly made.

NOISE

Most noise problems are the result of improper grounding or of noise being induced into the system
from adjacent noise sources, such as fluorescent lights, and close proximity of the audio signal lines
to lines radiating noise. Carefully review all the audio connections and turn off all the lights and any
other suspected noise sources.

SUSPECTED TRANSDUCER FAILURE

Defective transducers are hard to locate in steerable column arrays because the transducers are so
close together. If one is bad, it’s hard to tell which one it is. The digital steering also reduces the
drive to some of the tranducers making it difficult to determine if a certain transducer has failed or is
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The best way to check is probably to remove the grille from the module and use your fingertips to
feel for cone vibrations while music is being played through the system.

Be aware that no movement of the cone of a transducer is not positive proof that the transducer is
bad. It could be that its associated amplifier has failed or that the beam steering is limiting the drive
to the transducer or restricting its use to a narrow frequency band.

MODULE / COLUMN ARRAY FAILURE (NO SOUND)

When a complete column array stops working, the first thing to verify is whether the column array is
still receiving AC power and audio signal.

The presence of AC power can be verified by removing the access panel. If the green power LED
isn’t lit, either the circuit breaker has tripped or the column array is no longer receiving power. Reset
the circuit breaker to see if this cures the problem. If it doesn’t or if the power comes on for only a
brief period of time and then goes out again, either the power supply or the amplifier section has
probably failed. Don’t continue to reset the circuit breaker as this may cause further damage to the
power supply/amplifier.

We recommend replacing the entire power supply/amplifier assembly, instead of trying to
troubleshoot the assembly in the field.

If AC power is present and the circuit breaker has not tripped, either audio is not reaching the
column array or the power supply/amplifier has failed. If audio is reaching the column, we recom­mend replacing the entire power supply/amplifier assembly, instead of trying to troubleshoot the
assembly in the field.

To replace the power supply/amplifier assembly:

1. Make sure that power to the column array is turned off.

2. Remove both side panels from the non-functioning module.

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3. Disconnect (unplug) the module from the signal buss line. See below.

4. Disconnect (unplug) the module from the output buss line.

5. Disconnect (unplug) the module from the AC power buss line.

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6. Remove the 9 machine screws that secure the power supply/amplifier assembly to the
frame. Three are located above the heat sink, three are located below and three are located
near the center of the heat sink. See below. note that when the array module is mounted on
the wall, you will first need to rotate it 90 degrees to gain access to the screws.

7. Move the assembly slightly toward the top of the module and then carefully lift the
assembly out through the side of the cabinet. Note that when the array module is mounted
on the wall, you will need to lift the assembly up slightly before sliding it out.

8. Reverse the procedure to install the replacement assembly.

9. Set the address dip switches of the new assemby to the same address as the assembly
being replaced.

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