thomann the box RA10 User Manual

RA10

active

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

26.08.2015, ID: 219266

Table of contents

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

2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 6

3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 10

4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 11

4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 12

5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 13

5.1 Pin assignment.................................................................................................................................. 18

6 Application examples............................................................................................................................ 19

7 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 24

8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 26

Table of contents

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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.

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

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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.

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 signs Type of danger

Warning – high-voltage.

Warning – danger zone.

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2 Safety instructions

This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐
ered 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 sufficient 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.

Intended use

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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.

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 fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis‐
tered electrician.

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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 suffi‐
cient ear protectors.

NOTICE!
Risk of fire

Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.

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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 fire.

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3 Features

Special features of this active full-range speaker:

n Coaxial full-range speaker
n 1 × 10" woofer, 1 × 1" tweeter
n Connections: NL4 output (lockable), 1/4" phone sockets for LINE IN/OUT, AUX
n Output power 100 W
n Dispersion pattern 100° × 100°
n Selectable input sensitivity Line/Mic
n Multi-function housing with tripod flange and carrying handle
n Standby feature

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4 Installation

Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.

Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high­quality cables for all connections.

NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic fields

Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external
magnetic field.

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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.

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5 Connections and operating elements

Front panel

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1 LED PEAK

Indicates overload. If the LED flickers or lights up, the input level is too high.

2 LINE VOL

Volume control for the LINE input. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume. Turn it counter-clockwise to
reduce it.

3 TRE

Treble control. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the high frequencies. Turn it counter-clockwise to reduce them.

4 BASS

Bass control. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the low frequencies. Turn it counter-clockwise to reduce them.

5 AUX VOL

Volume control for the AUX input. Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume. Turn it counter-clockwise to
reduce it.

6 LED SIGNAL

Indicates an incoming input signal.

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Rear panel

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7 LINE IN

1/4" phone input sockets for line signals.

8 LINE OUT

1/4" phone output sockets for line signals.

9 AUX

1/4" phone input sockets for AUX signals.

10 LINE/MIC

Push button to select the input sensitivity of the device (line or microphone level).

11 OUTPUT

NL4 mounting connector (1+/1–) to connect another passive speaker.

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12 STANDBY

Push button to enable or disable the energy saving mode.
When the box receives no signal for 60 minutes, it switches to standby mode. When it receives a signal again, it auto‐

matically switches back to normal mode.
LED ACTIVE
Power indicator LED. This LED is permanently on in normal mode. It goes off when the energy-saving mode is ena‐

bled and the box enters the standby mode.
LED STANDBY
Standby mode. This LED lights up when the energy saving mode is enabled and the box enters the standby mode. It

goes off again when the box switches back to normal.

13 ON / OFF

Mains power switch to turn the device on or off.

14 IEC chassis connector with fuse holder for operating voltage supply.

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5.1 Pin assignment

The drawing alongside shows the pin assignment of the lockable NL4 mounting connector
(1+/1–).

Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of a 1/4" TS phone plug to be used.

1 Signal
2 Ground

NL4 mounting connector for
speaker connection

Phone plugs for signal in and
outputs

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6 Application examples

If you have a second speaker for stereo playback, the input signal at the left LINE IN
channel is reproduced by the RA10. The input signal from the right LINE IN channel is
fed to the right LINE OUT and to the OUTPUT socket, respectively.

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Line signal directly fed into the box, right channel looped through to second RA10

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Line signal from one source directly fed into right and left RA10

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Line and microphone signals directly fed into the box, right channel looped through to
second RA10

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Line and microphone signals fed into the box though a mixer, right channel looped
through to a second, passive speaker

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7 Technical specifications

System Active full-range speaker
Speakers 1 × 10" woofer, 1 × 1" tweeter
Connections 1/4" phone sockets, unbalanced (LINE IN, LINE OUT, AUX)

Lockable NL4 socket (1+/1–)
Output power (RMS) 100 W
Max. power consumption 220 W
Frequency response 65 Hz … 15 kHz
Dispersion pattern 100° × 100°
Max. sound pressure level 113 dB
Level adaptation

120 Hz: ±6 dB

6.3 kHz: ±12 dB

Operating voltage supply

AC 230 V , 50 Hz

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Housing Multi-function plastic housing
Dimensions (W × H × D) 376 mm × 464 mm × 316 mm
Weight 12 kg

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8 Protecting the environment

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.

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose with your normal household waste.

Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm 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.

Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial

Disposal of your old device

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