Samson 115XL User Manual

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1 x15″ Stackable
Aluminum Drive Bass Enclosure
Hartke
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115XL Introduction and Features
Congratulations on purchasing the 115XL bass enclosure by Hartke! The XL Series enclosures have been designed to provide excellent tone with a warm punchy output. The 115XL features a 15”, proprietary low frequency driver with an aluminum cone, impregnated fabric surround, and matched convex dust cover all mounted in a heavy-duty steel frame. Using heavy-duty plywood con­struction, covered in rugged carpet with recessed jack plate and ergonomic han­dle, the 115XL will provide reliable performance from gig to gig and venue to venue.
In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the 115XL , as well as a description of its front and rear panels, step-by-step instructions for its setup and use and full specifications. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed— please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online tech­nical support and so we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products in the future.
We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future reference.
Serial number:
Date of purchase:
Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA) must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-
6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and if possible, return the unit in the origi­nal carton and packing materials.
115XL Features
•1 x 15 Inch heavy-duty, Aluminum
Low Frequency driver
3/4" Plywood construction
Front Shelf Port
Perforated metal speaker grill
Recessed metal handles
Stacking corners
Dual, parallel wired 1/4" jacks
Covered in durable carpet
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About Impedance
Before you hook up your speaker cabinet, be sure that you understand a little about impedance. Impedance is the electronic load that the speaker puts on the power amplifier and is measured in Ohms.
Here is the tricky, yet simple rule of impedance: When two speakers, of equal impedance are wired in "Parallel", the total imped­ance is cut in half and when two speak­ers are wired in “Series,” the total impedance is the sum of the speakers individual impedance.
The 115XL impedance is 8 Ohms. So, when two
115XL’s are connected
together in parallel, the total impedance is 4 Ohms. The impedance of your speaker also has an effect on your amplifier. In general, the lower the impedance, the more power your ampli­fier will put out.
IMPORTANT: There is a minimum safe impedance so be sure to check the manufacturer’s recommended imped­ance for your amplifier to avoid any damage to your amplifier or voiding your warranty.
Connecting the 115XL to Your Amplifier
The 115XL connections are made via 1/4” phone jacks located on the rear panel jack-plate. Be sure to make your connection with un-shielded speaker cable. Connect the Amplifier Output to the speaker Input on the 115XL’s rear jackplate.
Using the EXTENSION Output
The 115XL provides a convenient Extension Output for connecting addi­tional speaker cabinets in parallel. Be sure to read the section above on impedance to insure a proper hook up with your amplifier. Follow the steps below to connect two 115XL ’s using the Extension Output. Connect the Amplifier Output to the Input of the first 115XL. Now, connect the Extension Output to the Input of the second 115XL.
Connecting the 115XL
Hartke Systems
Distributed Exclusively by Samson Technologies Corp. Hicksville, New York 11802
MODEL 2000
200 WATTS 8 = 120 WATTS 4 = 200 WATTS
CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER SERVICE­ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SERIAL NUMBER
ASSEMBLED IN R.O.K.
115
~ AC INPUT
115V/230V 50/60Hz
FUSE
5A/250V, 180W (115V)
2.5A/250V, 450W (230V)
EFFECT
RETUIRN
SEND
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
HPF
ON OFF
8
8
Hartke Systems
Distributed Exclusively by Samson Technologies Corp. Hicksville, New York 11802
MODEL 2000
200 WATTS 8 = 120 WATTS 4 = 200 WATTS
CAUTION TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER SERVICE­ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SERIAL NUMBER
ASSEMBLED IN R.O.K.
Hartke
4.5XL BASS CABINET 400 WATTS
Hartke Systems Distributed worldwide by Samson Technologies
INPUTS
8
8 EXTENSION
MADE IN CHINA
SERIAL NUMBER
www.hartke.com
115
~ AC INPUT
115V/230V 50/60Hz
FUSE
5A/250V, 180W (115V)
2.5A/250V, 450W (230V)
EFFECT
RETUIRN
SEND
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
HPF
ON OFF
8
8
Hartke
4.5XL BASS CABINET 400 WATTS
Hartke Systems Distributed worldwide by Samson Technologies
INPUTS
8
8 EXTENSION
MADE IN CHINA
SERIAL NUMBER
www.hartke.com
Hartke
4.5XL BASS CABINET 400 WATTS
Hartke Systems Distributed worldwide by Samson Technologies
INPUTS
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Hartke 115XL Specifications
Type Tuned, Vented Enclosure Impedance (Ohms) 8 Ohms Impedance Power Handling 200 Watts RMS Power Handling Drivers 1-Hartke 15XL8 Special Design
Aluminum 15", 8 ohm, 200 watt
drive unit SPL 98dB Frequency Response 30Hz - 2.5kHz Inputs Parallel 1/4”
Weight 63 lbs. (28.58) Dimensions Height:24" (60.96 cm)
Width: 24" (60.96 cm)
Depth: 15" (38.1 cm)
Specifications
Distributed Worldwide Exclusively by:
Samson Technologies Corp.
575 Underhill Blvd.
P.O. Box 9031
Syosset, NY 11791-9031
Phone: 1-800-3-SAMSON (1-800-372-6766)
Fax: 516-364-3888
www.samsontech.com
Hartke
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