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CLARITY 5A/6A/8A/10A
USER’S MANUAL
CLARITY SERIES
ACTIVE 2 WAY STUDIO MONITOR
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction/ Unpacking........................................3
Monitor/Subwoofer rear panel..............................4
Rear Panel Connections......................................5
System Control/
Speaker Placement..............................................6
Troubleshooting....................................................7
Technical Specifications........................................8
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SPL Curves.........................................................
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Warranty and service .. ..........................................
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WEEE and CE disclaimers..................................
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Important Safety Instructions................................2
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Important Safety
Instructions
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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
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 are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug dose 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. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. 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.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
Legal Disclaimer
Technical specifications and appearance are subject to
change without notice. The information contained herein
is correct at the time of printing.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
electrical current of sufficient magnitude to
constitute risk of electric shock. Use only
high-quality commercially-available speaker cables with
1/4" TS plugs pre-installed. All other installation or
modification should be performed only by qualified
personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to
the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
inside the enclosure - voltage that may be
sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to
important operating and maintenance
instructions in the accompanying literature.
Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this appliance to rain and moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing liquids and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service 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 operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualifi ed
service personnel.
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Additional contents (1) Power Cord.......(1) User Manual
INTRODUCTION
UNPACKING
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you
have just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the
fun and excitement your equipment offers. This
Manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s
Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out
of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.One that lets
the sound come through loud and clear without annoying
blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting
your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what's
sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a
safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
- Start your volume control at a low setting.
- Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it
comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
- Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent
hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you
listening for a lifetime.
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a
lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from
loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, This
Manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s
Consumer Elect
ronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacume cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock
at two feet
THE FO L L O W I N G NOISES CA N BE DANGEROUS
UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock ban
d concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime!
Dear customer:
Congratulations on your purchase!
Growing demands on music recording professionals have created the need for better monitor performance at more
realistic prices.
The CLARITY-Series class of Powered studio monitors was created to meet these needs. Please take a moment to
carefully read the information in this guide.
Your Monitor has been carefully inspected and tested before packing and shipping. After unpacking your Monitor
Subwoofer carefully inspect it for exterior damage and immediately report any physical damage during transit to your
shipping carrier. Save the shipping boxes and all packaging materials in case the unit needs to be returned to your local
dealer.
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MONITOR/SUBWOOFER
REAR PANELS
3
4
Note: CLARITY-5A,CLARITY-6A,CLARITY-8A,CLARITY-10A
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8
6
11
10
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have similar back panels.
3
6
7
1
2
3
12
XLR INPUT
JACK
123
PIN SIGNAL
GND
WIRING
3
12
XLR INPUT
JACK
123
PIN SIGNAL
GND
WIRING
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CONNECTIONS
All Connections should be made, all fader controls should be set at their
minimum levels, and all other equipment should be powered on prior to
powering on your monitors.
The power On/Off switch is located on the rear panel a orange LED
located on the front of the speaker behind the logo will illuminate when
power is applied
To change the voltage, remove the power cord, slide voltage selector to
desired voltage setting. Please note when making voltage changes the
fuses will have to be replaced (See changing fuses section below)
CHANGING FUSES
Under normal operation the fuses should not blow. A blown fuse usually
indicates an overload or fault condition. To change the fuse, remove the
power cord pry off the fuse block with a small flathead screwdriver and
change the blown fuses.
Refer to specifications page (7) for fuse current ratings.
The XLR and TRS are balanced inputs
The RCA input is an unbalanced input.
AUDIO INPUT
10K OHMS BALANCED
PIN2 + TIP =HIGH
PIN 3 + RING = LOW
PIN 1 + SLEAVE = GROUND
Powering On
1
Changing Voltage
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Audio Inputs
3
5
CAUTION
Before turning on the equipmwnt make sure that it is set to
the correct voltage
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Wiring
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The Subwoofer includes a built-in crossover and amplifier,
so you only need the appropriate hookup cables to integrate
it into your existing monitor system. First, you need to connect a
pair of cables from the stereo monitor outputs of your console or
DJ mixer to the XLR or 1/4” input jacks on the subwoofer.
Next, if you are using the internal 80-hz high-pass filter built into
the subwoofer for the existing full-range monitors (and most ofyou will), hook up the 1/4” output jacks on the subwoofer to the linelevel inputs of your full range speakers
If on the other hand, you are using passive (non-powered) monitor
speakers that require an external amplifier, hook the two outputs of the
subwoofer up to the inputs of the stereo monitor amplifier. Typically this
would also be an XLR connector, but if need be, you could use the connections providing the amplifier will accept them at amp input. Connect
the power amplifier to the speakers as you normally would.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO HOOK THE SPEAKER OUTPUT OF THE MONITOR AMPLIFIER TO THE INPUT OF THE SUBWOOFER, YOU RUN THE
RISK OF DAMAGING THE EQUIPMENT.
Subwoofer Hook-Up
Typical setup
Passive Setup
PEAK
VOLUME
INPUT
OUTPUT
L R
XLR ( L ) XLR ( R )
TRS ( L ) TRS ( R )
CROSSOVER
AUDIO CONTROL
POWER
110-120V 220-240V
110-120V AC~60Hz
220-240V AC~50Hz
150WATTS
PEAK
VOLUME
INPUT
OUTPUT
L R
XLR ( L ) XLR ( R )
TRS ( L ) TRS ( R )
CROSSOVER
AUDIO CONTROL
POWER
110-120V 220-240V
110-120V AC~60Hz
220-240V AC~50Hz
150WATTS
Amplifier
Outputs
Outputs
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
Inputs
Inputs
Mixing Console
Mixing Console
Booth or main outs
Booth or main outs
Non-Powered
Speakers
Powered Speakers
(Shield) Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3 Ring (or sleeve)
Normal “Pin-2 Hot” Diagram
For “Pin-3 Hot” Reverse Pins 2 and 3
Tip
Sleeve (Shiele)
Sleeve
1/4 INCH STEREO PHONO PLUG
(TRS aka Tip, Ring, Sleeve)
XLR CONNECTOR (MALE OR FEMALE)
Ring
Tip
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SYSTEM CONTROL/
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
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The input sensitivity is adjusted (counterclockwise reduces sensitivity) with
the rear panel mounted system gain control. Adjustment range is from 80db to + 6db, which should suffice for most conditions. Normally
adjustments would only be made if you’re using your monitor in a surround system and need to balance levels or if your monitor send is to hot
and not adjustable.
High Frequency Adjustment is through a rear panel mounted 4-position
rotary switch. Range of control is +1db, flat, -1db, or -2db Shelving
above 2khz. Factory setting for your powered Monitor is flat
(switch is the 0db position). Room acoustics may dictate which type of
adjustment you nee to make to retain a flat frequency response from the
monitor.
This adjusts the crossover frequency for the built-in 24db/octave variable crossover. The crossover frequency can be adjusted from 50Hz to
110Hz. Frequencies below the crossover frequency are sent to the subwoofer, and frequencies above the crossover frequency are sent to the
LEFT and RIGHT OUTputs, which are connected to the main satellite
speakers. Set the crossover frequency to the lowest frequency response
rating of the main /Satellite speakers.
This switch reverses the polarity of the signal going to the subwoofer
amplifier by 180 . It has no effect on the signal at the LEFT and RIGHT
OUT or the MASTER OUT. There is no right or wrong setting for this
switch. Listen to the overall blend of the subwoofer with the rest of the
system, and select the switch position that gives you the best sound.
If set to the AUTO position the subwoofer will go into STANDBY mode
(mute) if Idle for more than 45 minutes it resumes w
orking immediately
after an input signal is received. If set to the ON position it will be on
constantly, and the OFF position allows you to use the subwoofers power
switch Manually.
The Peak LED will illuminate if the input channels are being overloaded.
Positioning your monitors correctly in the studio is critical to their performance.Typically, they should be placed so that the listening position is fully
“covered” with all monitors resting on the same horizontal plane. A great
way to test a monitor for its imaging capability is to play back a CD or
DVD recorded acoustically in stereo . We recommend acoustic music
because it represents the spectrum of sound. You can adjust the angle of
each monitor by listening for dead spots. keep in mind, changing the
angle or position of a monitor will change the sound.
System Volume
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HF Adjustment
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Crossover
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Phase
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Auto Power
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Peak LED
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Speaker Placement
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PROBLEM: IF THERE IS NO POWER, CHECK TO SEE IF...
The power cord is plugged into both the IEC socket on the rear panel
of the unit and into the AC mains
The AC mains voltage is matched to the operating voltage requirements See Changing Voltage in the Connecting the System section on
page 4). If the AC mains voltage is higher than the monitor
selected
voltage it is possible that the fuse needs to be replaced. (See
Changing
Fuses in the Connecting the System section on page 4).
The power light is illuminated on the front panel of the . Imonitor f
not, turn the power switch OFF and check the A/C mains fuse(s). NEVER
USE A LARGER AMPERAGE FUSE THAN IS SPECIFIED! Turn the power
switch back on. The power light should illuminate.
If a fuse change was needed and upon powering the monitor back up
the fuse(s) blow again, the monitor needs to be returned to the dealer
you purchased it from for servicing.
PROBLEM: IF YOU CAN'T HEAR ANY SOUND...
Repeat steps in the previous troubleshooting section above before continuing to the next steps.
Check to see if all other audio devices using the same AC outlet are
still operating.
MAKE SURE THAT:
The audio source cable is plugged into both the source output and
the monitor input.
The system gain pot is turned up fully clockwise (+ 6 dB).
The signal source (E.g. mixing console, work station, CD player, etc.) is
turned up to a level that can properly send a signal to the monitors.
If one of the monitors is working. Exchange the audio input cable from
the non-working monitor to the working unit. This will determine whether
it's really the monitor, a faulty cable, or some other glitch in the audio
chain.
If the monitor is still not responding, it should be returned to the dealer
that you purchased it from for servicing.
PROBLEM: IF THE MONITOR SUDDENLY STOPS WORKING...
Turn the monitor off.
Repeat steps in the troubleshooting sections above before continuing to
the next steps.
Carefully check to see if the amplifier's back plate is hot! If the monitor
has been running at highest power output for an extended period of
time, it could be that the unit has become overheated and the protection
circuitry has shut the system down momentarily. The monitor
provides
maximum circuitry protection against AC power surges, amplifi
er
overdrive, and overheating of the amplifiers. Turn the monitor off then
wait 30 minutes to allow the back plate to cool down. Turn the power
switch back on.
Increase the volume to check for normal operation.
If the monitor is still not responding, it should be returned to the dealer
that you purchased it from for servicing.
Problem: The sound quality changes...
Repeat steps in the previous trou-
bleshooting section above before
continuing to the next steps.
Disconnect the signal cable at the
input of the monitor. With power on,
place your ear close to each driver
(tweeter/woofer) and listen for
noise (i.e., a slight hiss or hum). If there's absolutely no sound whatsoever,
it could be that one or more of the drivers (woofer or tweeter or both) is
at fault. It's also possible that the problem lies some where in the electronics.
Play some non-distorted source material at a low volume. Carefully
cover the tweeter (to block the sound) without touching the diaphragm. Is
the woofer producing a clean sound If there is not a clear tonal quality
or any sound at all then the woofer probably needs to be replaced.
Cover the woofer so you can hear mostly the tweeter. Is the tweeter
producing a clear sound If there is not a clear tonal quality or any
sound at all then the tweeter probably needs to be replaced.
Once you have a better idea of what may be at fault then call us and
speak with someone in the service department. They will help you determine the best solution to correct your monitors.
PROBLEM: THE MONITOR HISSES, HUMS OR MAKES OTHER LOUD
NOISES...
Here are some suggestions that will help you eliminate these undesirable
from your system:
Make sure that the power cord is plugged snugly into the IEC socket on
the rear of the monitor.
Check the connections between the signal source and the monitor. The
MONITOR'S XLR and TRS connector is a completely balanced system. If
you're
connecting an unbalanced output to the monitor, be sure that
you're
using PIN 2 for signal and have PIN 1 and PIN 3 tied together at
the
source end.
Refer to the Connecting the System section on page 4 of this manual to
ensure that the AC mains is matched to the operating voltage requirements.
All audio equipment should use the same ground point. Check all other
devices using the same AC output in the building like dimmers, neon signs,
TV screens, and computer monitors. These devices should not be using the
same circuit.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Frequency Response
High Frequency Driver
Low frequency Driver
Cabinet Dimensions
(HxWxD)
Net Weight
AMPLIFIER
Power rating MAX
Signal to Noise (HF/LF)
T.H.D. (HF/LF)
Input Impedance
Balanced
Unbalanced
CROSSOVER
Crossover frequency
Subsonic Filter
FUSE 5mm x 20mm
100V 120V
220V - 240V
FEATURES
XLR & 1/4”TRS
Connectors
RCA Connectors
System Volume Control
Auto Power
LED Power indicator
53Hz -20kHz +/- 2.0dB
1” Soft Dome
5” Aramid Glass Fiber
27.5cm x 18.5cm x 22.5cm
7.2Kg
100 watts
82dB/90dB
.05/.02
10K Ohm
10K Ohm
3KHz
45Hz
0.8A
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
50Hz -20kHz +/- 2.0dB
1” Soft Dome
6.5” Aramid Glass Fiber
32 cm x 22.8 cm cmx 26.8
9.4Kg
130 watts
82dB/90dB
.05/.02
10K Ohm
10K Ohm
2.6KHz
40Hz
1A
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
45Hz -20kHz +/- 1.5dB
1” Soft Dome
8” Aramid Glass Fiber
38 cm x 26.5 cm x 30.5cm
12.4Kg
180 watts
82dB/90dB
.05/.02
10K Ohm
10K Ohm
2.4KHz
35KHz
1.6A
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
35Hz -150Hz
N/C
10” Aramid Glass Fiber
38.2 cm x 35.5 cm cmx 39.8
17Kg
200 watts
Power rating (HF/LF) RMS 15 watts / 35 watts 15 watts / 50 watts 15 watts / 75 watts 100 watts
90dB
1
10K Ohm
10K Ohm
160Hz
35Hz
1A
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SPECIFICATIONS
CLARITY-5A CLARITY-6A CLARITY-8A CLARITY-10A
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CLARITY-5A CLARITY-6A
CLARITY-8A CLARITY-10A
SPL CURVES
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