thomann Pyrit 10A, Pyrit 15A, Pyrit 12A User Manual

Pyrit 10A, 12A, 15A

active 2-way full-

range speaker

user manual

Musikhaus Thomann

Thomann GmbH

Hans-Thomann-Straße 1

96138 Burgebrach

Germany

Telephone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Internet: www.thomann.de

05.07.2019, ID: 299659, 299658, 299657 (V2)

Table of contents

Table of contents

1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13

4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 15

4.2 Hanging the speaker box.............................................................................................................. 16

4.3 Pin assignment.................................................................................................................................. 16

5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 20

6 Technical specications....................................................................................................................... 26

7 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 28

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General notes

1 General notes

This user manual contains important information on 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 other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.

Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.

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General notes

Symbols and signal words

This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.

Signal word Meaning

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.

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General notes

Warning signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – suspended load.

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

Safety instructions

Intended use

Safety

This device is designed for sound reinforcement. 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 sucient 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.

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.

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Safety instructions

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside

Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.

DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or re. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

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Safety instructions

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.

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight

Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.

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NOTICE!
Possible damage due to installation of a wrong fuse

The use of dierent types of fuses can cause serious damage to the unit. Fire
hazard!

Only fuses of the same type may be used.

NOTICE!
Risk of re

Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked ames.

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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.

NOTICE!
Power supply

Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.

Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or re.

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Features

3 Features

The device is particularly suitable for use in churches, conference rooms and multi-purpose
halls.

Special features of the device:

n Item no. 299659: 10-inch woofer, 1.4-inch tweeter

Item no. 299658: 12-inch woofer, 1.7-inch tweeter
Item no. 299657: 15-inch woofer, 1.7-inch tweeter

n Class D amplier for LF

Class AB amplier for HF

n Built-in sound processor (DSP) with 3 modes (Music, Flat, Low Cut)
n Connection options: XLR / 1/4" jack combo socket for signal input, XLR panel plug for

signal output

n Item no. 299659: M6 rigging points

Item no. 299658 and 299657: M8 rigging points

n Built-in feet for monitor applications
n Double pole mounting ange (vertical and 5° inclination)
n Ceiling mountable (with optional mounting bracket)
n Powder-coated front grille

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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.

You can install the device standing or hanging. When in use, the device must be mounted at a
solid surface or clamped to an approved truss.

Work from a stable platform whenever you install or move the device or when you perform
any kind of maintenance. Block access under the work area.

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

WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects

Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.

CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight

Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.

NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic elds

Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic eld. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely aected or damaged by an external
magnetic eld.

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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.

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.

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Installation

4.2 Hanging the speaker box

To hang the speaker box on special mounting devices (aka ‘ying’), top, bottom and sides of
the box have M6 threads (item no. 299659) or M8 threads (item no. 299657 and 299658). Safety
eyes can be screwed into these threads. Check the secure connection of the safety eyelets with
the box carefully, before you use it in ‘ying mode’.

4.3 Pin assignment

You may use XLR and jack connectors with either balanced or unbalanced pinout. Below you
will nd an overview of the dierent options.

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Installation

XLR connections for signal
inputs/outputs

XLR panel sockets are provided for signal inputs. XLR panel plugs are provided for signal out‐
puts. The gure and the table show the XLR pin assignment.

Balanced pinout:

1 Ground

2 Positive signal (+)

3 Negative signal (–)

Unbalanced pinout:

1 Ground

2 Signal

3 Jumpered with pin 1

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Installation

Jack plug for signal in and out‐
puts

The gure and the table show the pin assignment for ¼-inch jack plugs.

Unbalanced wiring (jack plug, mono):

1 Signal

2 Ground

Unbalanced wiring (jack plug, stereo):

1 Signal

2, 3 Ground

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Balanced wiring (jack plug, stereo):

1 (tip) Positive signal (+)

2 (ring) Negative signal (–)

3 (sleeve) Ground

Installation

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Connections and operating elements

5 Connections and operating elements

Rear panel Pyrit 10A

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Rear panel Pyrit 12A

Connections and operating elements

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Connections and operating elements

Rear panel Pyrit 15A

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Connections and operating elements

1 LINE IN B

Line signal input, designed as XLR / 1/4" jack combo socket.

2 MIC/LINE IN A

Balanced microphone / line signal input, designed as XLR / 1/4" jack combo socket.

3 LINE OUT B

Line signal output, designed as XLR panel plug.

4 LINE OUT A

Line signal output, designed as XLR panel plug.

5 Slide switch for selecting the input sensitivity of the amplier (line or microphone)

on signal input A.

Depending on the selected input sensitivity, the corresponding LED (LINE, MIC)
lights up.

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Connections and operating elements

10 VOLUME

11 Connection for the power supply

6 MODE

Slide switch for operating mode selection: MUSIC, FLAT, LOW CUT.

LEDs indicate the selected mode.

Before you change the mode, please turn o the unit. This will avoid damages.

7 LED PWR

Indicates that operating voltage is present.

8 LED SIG

Indicates that the input signal is present.

9 LED CLIP

Indicates overload (clipping). In this case, the level of the line input signal is too
high.

Volume control.

IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply.

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12 POWER ON/OFF

Use this switch (power switch) to turn the unit on and o.

13 MIX OUT

Line signal output (e. g. for a mixer). Provides both signal outputs A and B.

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Technical specications

6 Technical specications

Pyrit 10A, item no. 299659 Pyrit 12A, item no. 299658 Pyrit 15A, item no. 299657

System 2-way full-range powered

speaker box

Speaker 1 × 10" woofer 1 × 12" woofer 1 × 15" woofer

Titan compression driver for 1 ×

1.4-inch tweeter

Input connections 2 × XLR / 1/4" jack combo

sockets

Voltage supply

IEC chassis plug C14 IEC chassis plug C14 IEC chassis plug C14

Input impedance 20 kΩ (balanced), 10 kΩ (unbal‐

anced)

Output connections 3 × XLR panel plug 3 × XLR panel plug 3 × XLR panel plug

2-way full-range powered
speaker box

Titan compression driver for 1 ×

1.7-inch tweeter

2 × XLR / 1/4" jack combo
sockets

20 kΩ (balanced), 10 kΩ (unbal‐
anced)

2-way full-range powered
speaker box

Titan compression driver for 1 ×

1.7-inch tweeter

2 × XLR / 1/4" jack combo
sockets

20 kΩ (balanced), 10 kΩ (unbal‐
anced)

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Technical specications

Pyrit 10A, item no. 299659 Pyrit 12A, item no. 299658 Pyrit 15A, item no. 299657

Output power RMS: 250 W

Peak: 1000 W

Frequency range 55 Hz… 20 kHz, –3 dB 50 Hz… 20 kHz, –3 dB 45 Hz … 20 kHz, –3 dB

Sound pressure level 122 dB / 1 m (max.) 127 dB / 1 m (max.) 128 dB / 1 m (max.)

Sensitivity (1 W / 1 m) 93 dB 97 dB 97 dB

Dispersion angle (H × V) 90° × 60° 90° × 60° 90° × 60°

Operating supply voltage

Dimensions (W × H × D) 306 mm × 516 mm × 238 mm 368 mm × 630 mm × 349 mm 460 mm × 780 mm × 396 mm

Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 2,5 A, 250 V,

Weight 13.8 kg 21 kg 28.7 kg

230 V 50 Hz 230 V 50 Hz 230 V 50 Hz

slow-blow

RMS: 300 W

Peak: 1200 W

5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, slow­blow

RMS: 350 W

Peak: 1400 W

5 mm × 20 mm, 5 A, 250 V, slow­blow

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Protecting the environment

7 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.

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Notes

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Musikhaus Thomann · Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de