7Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 29
8Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 32
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General information
1 General information
This user manual contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to another user, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1 Further information
General information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
DownloadThis manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search
Online guides
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service
Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
Letterings
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
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Signal wordMeaning
DANGER!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious
injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signsType of danger
Warning – suspended load.
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Warning signsType of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is designed as a PA system. The device is designed for professional use only and is
not suitable for use in households. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any
other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result
in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from
improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
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Safety instructions
Safety
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
WARNING!
Consequences of faulty mounting
Faulty mounting may lead to lethal injuries or property damage.
Please ensure that the norms and regulations valid in your country are always
observed when mounting and operating your product. In Germany: BGV C1,
“Event and Production Sites for Stage Presentations”. Only expertly trained sta
may mount speakers.
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use su‐cient ear protectors.
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Safety instructions
NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
Only operate the device within the ambient conditions specied in the chapter
‘Technical specications’ of this user manual. Avoid heavy temperature uctua‐tions and do not switch the device on immediately after it was exposed to tem‐
perature uctuations (for example after transport at low outside temperatures).
Dust and dirt inside can damage the unit. When operated in harmful ambient
conditions (dust, smoke, nicotine, fog, etc.), the unit should be maintained by
qualied service personnel at regular intervals to prevent overheating and other
malfunction.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse
The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire
hazard!
Only fuses of the same type may be used.
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Features
3 Features
Special features of this device:
n Connections: XLR/1/4" combo socket for signal input, XLR mounting plug for signal output
n Volume control
n Switchable low-cut lter to eliminate low frequencies
n Power supply switch
n 36 mm pole ange on the bottom
n M10 rigging points
n Black textured coating
n Optionally available accessories:
–Vertical bracket the box pro Achat 110M U-bracket (item no. 258813: black)
–Safety rope Stairville Safety 80 cm / 4 mm / 15 kg (item no. 328043)
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4 Installation
Installation
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the
equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during
transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable
for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is o. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
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Installation
4.1 Tips on handling speakers
We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐
ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound
will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Always use high grade cable to connect your equipment. Otherwise you won't reach max‐
imum sound quality.
If you notice distortion during operation, the active speaker is overloaded. This may perma‐
nently damage the device. Always reduce the volume as soon as you hear distortion.
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4.2 Installation
Installation
WARNING!
Consequences of faulty mounting
Faulty mounting may lead to lethal injuries or property damage.
Please ensure that the norms and regulations valid in your country are always
observed when mounting and operating your product. In Germany: BGV C1,
“Event and Production Sites for Stage Presentations”. Only expertly trained sta
may mount speakers.
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Installation
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic elds
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic eld. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely aected or damaged by an external
magnetic eld.
Mounting options
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You can install the device standing or hanging upside down. When in use, the device must be
mounted at a solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.
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Standing mounting
Installation
NOTICE!
Use of stands
When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.
We recommend that the speaker be set up so that the lower edge is located 175 cm above the
oor.
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Installation
Suspended mounting
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Portable PA systems should be secured from falling using two independently
working devices, for example, safety ropes.
The load capacity of trusses or other xtures must be sucient for the intended number of
devices. The personnel in charge of mounting the suspension system are responsible for
ensuring that the systems are set up and used safely.
Always work from a stable platform whenever installing, moving or servicing the unit. Block
access under the work area. Only persons directly involved in set-up and removal are author‐
ized to be in the assembly area.
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4.3 Connections
Installation methods
Installation
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Connections and operating elements
5 Connections and operating elements
1
[115 V / 230 V] (AC)
Mains voltage selector. Make sure this selector is set correctly for the actual supply
voltage at the operating location. Use this switch only when the device is switched
o. Use a suitable screwdriver.
2 [OUTPUT]
Signal line output, designed as XLR socket.
3 [INPUT]
Line signal input, designed as XLR / 1/4" combo socket.
4 [CLIP]
Indicates overload (clipping). In this case, the level of the line input signal is too
high.
5 [120Hz LOW CUT]
Use this switch to attenuate the low frequencies below 120 Hz.
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6 [VOLUME]
Volume control.
7 [Connection for the power supply]
IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply.
8 [ON/OFF]
Use this switch (power switch) to turn the unit on and o.
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug ts into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
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Plug and connection assignment
1/4" TS phone plug (mono,
unbalanced)
1/4" TRS phone plug (mono, bal‐
anced)
Since the interference aects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the
interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐
ference.
1Signal
2Ground, shielding
1Signal (in phase, +)
2Signal (out of phase, –)
3Ground
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XLR plug (balanced)
Plug and connection assignment
1Ground, shielding
2Signal (in phase, +)
3Signal (out of phase, –)
4Shielding on plug housing (option)
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Protecting the environment
8 Protecting the environment
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Disposal of your old device
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal rm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.