Skytec 170.800,170.803,170.809 Instruction Manual

VX ACTIVE SPEAKER SERIES

170.800 / 170.803 / 170.809

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS / SYSTEEMCONFIGURATIES / CONFIGURATION DU SYSTEME /
SYSTEMAUSLEGUNG/CONFIGURACIÓN DEL SISTEMA

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UK

Congratulations on the purchase of this SkyTec active speaker box.
Please read this manual carefully prior to using the unit.

TO ENSURE MANY YEARS OF TROUBLEFREE USE, PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

 Hearing damage: Loudspeakers are easily capable

of generating high sound pressure levels (SPL)
sufficient to cause permanent hearing damage to
performers, production crew and audience
members. Caution should be taken to avoid
prolonged exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB.

 Do not overload the box to avoid damage to the

speakers.

 Do not place an open fire (candle, etc.) on top or

next to the box - FIRE HAZARD

 Only connect to an earthed mains outlet of

230Vac/50Hz.

 For indoor use only. If the box is used outdoors,

you need to make sure that no humidity can enter
the box.

 When not in use, unplug the unit from the mains.
 Unplug the unit from the mains prior to checking or

replacing the fuse.

 Make sure that the box is placed on a stable,

strong surface.

 The boxes can be stacked but do not put more

than 60kg weight on the box.

 The boxes can be hung. Use only strong and

approved mounting material. During the mounting,
make sure that nobody is standing below the
mounting area.

 Place the stand always on a flat, level, and stable

surface and that the legs do not present a trip
hazard.

 Use only stands which are designed to support the

weight of the speaker. Do not attempt to place
more than one speaker on a stand designed for a
single speaker.

 Route cables so that peoples will not trip over them

pulling the speaker over.

 Do not place liquids on the box and protect it

against humidity. Humidity can shorten the life
time considerably.

 Only use suitable means of transportation if you

want to move the box – BEWARE OF YOUR
BACK !!

 If the unit is damaged to an extent that you can

see internal parts, do not plug the unit in a mains
outlet. In this case, please contact Tronios.

 Always unplug the unit during a thunderstorm or

when it is not in use.

 If the unit has not been used for a longer period

of time, condensation can occur inside the
housing. Please let the unit reach room
temperature prior to use.

 Never try to repair the unit yourself. It does not

contain any user serviceable parts.

 Run the mains lead in such a way that nobody

can fall over it and nothing can be put on it.

 Only use the supplied mains lead or another lead

recommended by SkyTec.

 Set the unit to the lowest volume prior to

switching it on

 Keep the unit out of the reach of children.

Protect your environment. Recycle
packing material whenever possible.

Do not throw a faulty unit into normal
household waste but bring it to a special
collection point. A large part of it can be
recycled.

PRODUCT FEATURES
General

- Bass reflex active speaker system

- Built-in high power amplifier

- Microphone input

- Line in/output

- Bass, treble and master control

- Recessed handles and corner pieces

- Supplied per piece

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INPUT PANEL

1. Microphone input

2. Line input for audio input source e.g. mixer, CD player, etc.

3. Line output

4. Output for external passive speaker. Note: Minimum impedance is 8Ohm!

5. On/Off Switch: For switching the speaker on and off. Always adjust the volume down to its minimum
before switching this speaker on.

6. Volume control for microphone

7. Volume control for Line input

8. Volume control Master

9. Tone control Bass and Treble

10. Power Indication. This clear green indicator will light when the amplifier is turned on.

11. Clip indication. These LED will light up when amplifier are on max power. It can occur that these LED
will lit up now and then, this is not a problem. But if it lights up continually you

12. Mains Power Connector / Fuse. This main fuse secures the speaker against defects. Replace this only
with a fuse of same type and value.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
One certain method of determining if a speaker is faulty is to substitute a speaker that is known to work

correctly for the suspected problem speaker. If the “normally correct speaker” is experiencing the same

difficulties or problems as the suspected problem speaker, use the information below to isolate the problem.

Possible cause Action

No output

Cables Reseat all connectors
Substitute known good cables
Check solder joins
Inspect cable for damage
Inspect wire or connector for stray strand that may short
Intermittent
Poor connections While it is possible for a faulty speaker to exhibit intermittent output, it’s more likely

that an output cable/connector is the problem. Check the soldering on your
connectors.

Constant noise, buzzing and/or humming

Faulty electronic Any constant noise originates in the amplifier, mixer, signal processing, source
device in the signal devices, or line-level wiring. Check and correct system grounding as required. Chain
check for noisy sources or electronic components. Check wiring for shielding.

Poor low-frequency output
Improper polarity When two speakers in close proximity to each other are connected out-of-polarity,

they can partially cancel each other out, especially at low frequencies. Check your
speaker cables to be sure they are all identically wired and connected. Check the
balanced line signal cables to be sure they are all correctly wired.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalid your warranty. Do not make any changes to the unit. This
would also invalid your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use
or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Tronios cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a
disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.