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1. proaudio ll Www next proaudio com X LINE Speaker Systems USER GUIDE X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xsi8 and XH18 X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 10 WARRANTY INFORMATION NEXT products are warranted by NEXT proaudio against manufacturing defects in materials or craftsmanship over a period of 5 years for the loudspeakers and 2 years for the other components counting from the date of original purchase The original receipt of purchase is mandatory for warranty validation purposes and the product must have been bought from a NEXT proaudio authorized dealer During the warranty period NEXT proaudio will at its own discretion either repair or replace a product which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging shipping prepaid to an authorized NEXT proaudio service agent or distributor NEXT proaudio cannot be held responsible for defects caused by unauthorized modifications improper use negligence exposure to inclement weather conditions act of God or accident or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by this manual and or NEXT proaudio NEXT proaudio is not liable for consequential damages This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied This warranty does not affect your statutory rights 11 Contacts In case you need any information or have any doubts just Write us NEXT PROAUDIO Rua da Ve2. legs are fully extended Never ever try to place more than one speaker on a single stand 2 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET X10 with Xs15 Xs15 X12 with Xs18 Xs18 Xs18 www next proaudio com 15 X10 X12 X212 Xsi5 Xsi8 and XH18 User Guide NET 8 System Configurations There are many different system combinations possible with the X Line system series Below are some typical configurations X10 X12 or X212 Stand alone Full range speaker Ee LEF DAP Seana an wana mame avaram E 2 BR oe see ee Be ters Depending on the amplifier 2 units can be linked in parallel this is possible with any of the NEXT MA Series power amplifiers 14 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET Place cables so that they do not present a trip hazard which could pull the system over and cause injuries When used outdoors take preventive measures because of dynamic forces like wind i e add some weight to the base of the stand Do not attempt to move the stand while mounted with the enclosures Do not attempt to move the enclosures while connected Do not operate the systems under rain or moisture Do not expose the systems to extreme heat or cold conditions to prevent component damage Isolate the immediate area to the stand to prevent injuries from a possible fall When using a pole mount with a sub
3. woofer enclosure observe similar precautions Stacking Always ensure that the floor or structure is leveled and can withstand the weight of the complete stack Do not stack speakers too high especially outdoors where winds could topple the stack Be aware that speakers working at very high power levels generate vibrations that can drag the systems Take additional measures to prevent this Place cables in a way that they do not present a trip hazard Do not attempt to move the enclosures while connected Do not operate the systems under rain or moisture Do not expose the systems to extreme heat or cold conditions to prevent component damage Isolate the immediate area to the stack to prevent injuries from a possible fall www next proaudio com 3 X10 X12 X212 Xsi5 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET Rigging and Suspension WARNING Suspending the system should only be carried by qualified personnel following safe rigging practices Secure fixings to the building structure are vital Seek help from architects structural engineers or other specialists if you have doubts X line Series enclosures are designed for portable applications but can be suspended by means of the threaded inserts provided or usin compatible NEXT proaudio wall Brackets The X10 X12 and X212 enclosures are fitted internally with steel corner reinforcement brackets to ensure that each cabinet is strong enough to be hung from its t
4. www next proaudio com www next proaudio com 7 X10 X12 X212 Xsi5 Xsi8 and XH18 User Guide NET 4 4 Xsi5 Sub bass system Xs15 The Xsi5 sub bass system can be used with the X8 X10 and X12 in order to extend and increase the total low frequency output power The Xs15 is a Bass reflex subwoofer and provides a powerful bass from a long excursion neodymium 15 driver with 100mm voice coil and it will extend the frequency response of the complete system to below 40Hz This cabinet is made with 18mm birch plywood Depending on the type of Mid High speaker using an active crossover this sub woofer system can reproduce sound signal frequencies between 20Hz to 80Hz 24 dB octave The Xs15 is also provided with a top hat fitting to be used as a pole socket to mount an X8 X10 and X12 above the enclosure The use of a NEXT LMS242 digital signal processor with every X line systems is recommended but optional Please take into consideration that using them without a proper signal processing unit may result in poor sound quality and or damage to the components Applications Theatres Night Clubs Live club performance Portable or installed audio visual reproduction 8 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 4 5 Xsi8 XH18 Sub bass system The Xs18 and XH18 subwoofer systems can be used with the X10 X12 and X212 in order to extend and increase the total low frequency output power The Xs
5. 18 is a Band Pass subwoofer enclosure while the XH18 is a horn loaded subwoofer enclosure and both provide a powerful bass from a long excursion 18 driver with 100mm voice coil and they will extend the response of the complete system to below 30Hz Both cabinets are made with 18mm birch plywood Both the Xs18 and the XH18 are provided with a top hat fitting to be used as a pole socket to mount a X10 or X12 above the enclosure The use of a NEXT LMS242 digital signal processor with every X line systems is recommended but optional Please take into consideration that using them without a proper signal processing unit may result in poor sound quality and or damage to the components Applications Theatres Night clubs Live club performance Portable or installed audio visual reproduction Live outdoor performances www next proaudio com 9
6. are ideally suited for applications that require very compact size high output and ease of transportation They also make ideal fill in speakers for use with larger X line systems and their very small size is particularly useful in situations that require visually discrete solutions The X212 is the most powerful X line solution intended for more demanding situations where higher power is needed like but not limited to small to medium live venues 4 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xsi8 and XH18 User Guide NET 7 X10 and X12 Grille removal The X line models X10 and X12 use an asymmetric horn in the horizontal plane varying from 50 to 100 This means that its assembly position must be configured according to its pretended usage To achieve this we have to disassemble the grille in order to reach the horn Follow the instructions below to achieve this 1 Remove the screws on the bottom 2 Gently remove the bottom 3 Slide the grille out 4 Remove the screws retaining the horn 5 Carefully remove the horn place it on the desired position and reverse the process www next proaudio com 13 X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 6 CONNECTIONS Each connector panel has two Neutrik Speakon connectors wired in parallel The second connector allows use of a short link lead to power another parallel loudspeaker if required The connectors are wired as fo
7. audio visual reproduction General applications requiring high quality sound reproduction with a compact enclosure www next proaudio com 5 X10 X12 X212 Xsi5 Xsi8 and XH18 User Guide NET 4 2 X12 Full range system The X12 is a 2 way passive system designed to provide exceptional club sound reinforcement and stage monitoring from a very compact enclosure It features a powerful Neodymium 12 low frequency driver and a 1 HF compression driver mounted on a constant directivity 50 100 H x 50 V asymmetric horn Depending on the application the HF horn can be rotated to allow the multi angle enclosure to be used in either its vertical or horizontal orientation To rotate the horn for horizontal use remove the grille see below unscrew the horn and rotate it 90 degrees The enclosure also contains 14x M6 threaded inserts for a variety of mounting configurations It is also provided with a top hat fitting underneath for use with a tripod or as a pole socket for mounting above an X line subwoofer The use of a NEXT LMS242 digital signal processor with every X line systems is recommended but optional Please take into consideration that using them without a proper signal processing unit may result in poor sound quality and or damage to the components Applications Theatres and houses of worship Night clubs Live club performance Floor monitor 6 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User G
8. llows X10 X12 and X212 4 pole Connector 2 live and 2 Ground Xs15 Xsi8 and XH18 4 pole connector 1 live and 1 Ground 12 www next proaudio com X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 4 1 X10 Full range system The X10 is a 2 way passive system designed to provide exceptional club sound reinforcement and stage monitoring from a very compact enclosure It features a powerful 10 low frequency driver and a 1 HF compression driver mounted on a constant directivity 50 100 H x 50 V asymmetric horn Depending on the application the HF horn can be rotated to allow the multi angle enclosure to be used in either its vertical or horizontal orientation To rotate the horn for horizontal use remove the grille see below unscrew the horn and rotate it 90 degrees The enclosure also contains 14x M6 threaded inserts for a variety of mounting configurations It is also provided with a top hat fitting underneath for use with a tripod or as a pole socket for mounting above an X line subwoofer The use of a NEXT LMS242 digital signal processor with every X line systems is recommended but optional Please take into consideration that using them without a proper signal processing unit may result in poor sound quality and or damage to the components Applications Theatres and houses of worship Night clubs Compact voice reinforcement Front and under balcony systems Portable or installed
9. nda Nova 295 4435 469 Rio Tinto Portugal Contact us Tel 351 22 489 00 75 Fax 351 22 480 50 97 Send an e mail info next proaudio com Search our website www next proaudio com www next proaudio com 17 X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 9 Technical specifications summary Contents Page X10 X12 and X212 1 Introduction 2 2 Safety first 2 SPECIFICATIONS X212 3 Unpacking 4 4 General Overview 4 4 1 X10 Full range system 5 50 100 x 50 _ 50 100 x 50 4 2 X12 Full range system 6 4 3 X212 Full range system 7 4 4 Xs15 Sub bass system 8 4 5 XH18 Sub bass System 9 4 6 Mounting configurations 10 5 Amplification 11 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 6 Connections 12 7 X10 and X12 grille removal 13 NO P 9 Technical Specifications 16 Power AES 1400W 1400W 1400W 10 Warranty Information 17 wa 17 Weight 47kg 54kg 55 8kg 16 www next proaudio com www next proaudio com 1 X10 X12 X212 Xsi5 Xsi8 and XH18 User Guide NET 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a NEXT X line Speaker system The X line is a range of portable loudspeaker enclosures designed for a wide variety of portable sound reinforcement and club applications This manual is intended to provide necessary information about the X line products covered which include the X10 X12 and X212 full range enclosures as well as the Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 subwoofer enclosures F
10. op The common practice of using commercially available eye bolts for suspension should only be undertaken with great caution Eye bolts are strongest along the thread axis Angling the enclosure will result in an angle pull and it is important to use eye bolts that are safe in these circumstances Only forged shoulder eye bolts should be considered and it is important that the thread length is at least 30mm A flat washer should be inserted between the eyebolt and the enclosure Formed eye bolts i e those which are formed from a steel rod bent into an eye should be avoided In case of portable suspended use always perform a visual inspection for component damage and or deformation including the cabinets If you find any signs of damage or deformation DO NOT USE THE AFFECTED COMPONENT REPLACE IT IMMEDIATELY 3 UNPACKING Every Next X line Series loudspeaker is built to the highest standard and is thoroughly inspected before it leaves the factory After unpacking the system examine it carefully for any signs of transport damage and inform your dealer if any such damage is found It is suggested that you retain the original packaging so that the system can be repacked for transport if necessary Please note that Next proaudio and its distributors cannot accept any responsibility for damage that occurs to any returned product using non approved packaging 4 GENERAL OVERVIEW The X line X10 X12 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18
11. or optimum performance it is recommended that X line systems to be used with the NEXT LMS 242 digital signal processor The controller provides crossover delay EQ and limiter functions for every possible X line configuration Please refer to NEXT LMS242 user s guide for further information 2 SAFETY FIRST General considerations It is important that loudspeaker systems are used in a safe manner All systems are meant to be installed and operated by qualified personnel Please take some time to read this manual concerning safe and proper use of X line Series loudspeakers Always use protection gear to prevent injuries or death and do not allow general public presence too close to the work area during equipment installation Professional loudspeakers are capable of producing extremely high sound level pressures and should be used with care Hearing loss is cumulative and can result from prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels above 90dB Never stand too close to driven loudspeakers and use protection equipment during equipment operation Tripod Mounting The X10 X12 and loudspeakers incorporate a pole mounting socket to make mounting on tripod stands possible When using stands the following precautions are should be taken Ensure that the stand will support the weight of the speaker by checking the stand manufacturers rating Make sure that the stand is placed on even and solid surface that can withstand the weight and that its
12. stem it is important to switch on the amplifiers last after the mixer and control electronics have stabilised When powering down the system reverse the sequence and switch off the amplifiers first Specified power ratings are given considering the specific load conditions For more detailed information about MA series amplifiers characteristics please refer to the amplifiers user manuals or specsheets or visit www next proaudio com www next proaudio com 11 X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET X10 X12 X212 Xs15 Xs18 and XH18 User Guide NET 4 6 Mounting Configurations 4 3 X212 Full range system Vertical alone Vertical more than one X212 Horizontal Alone Horizontal more than one The X212 is a 2 way passive system designed for all kinds of applications from club sound reinforcement to outdoor live applications like small to medium venues It features 2 powerful neodymium 12 low frequency drivers and a 2 HF compression driver The enclosure also contains 14 M6 threaded inserts for a variety of mounting configurations The use of a NEXT LMS242 digital signal processor with every X line systems is recommended but optional Please take into consideration that using them without a proper signal processing unit may result in poor sound quality and or damage to the components Applications Theatres Night clubs Live club performance Small to medium live outdoor performances 10
13. uide NET 5 Amplification All the systems are designed to be used with professional power amplifiers and NEXT PROAUDIO recommends the following Next Amplifiers X10 Next MA1700 stereo 400W at 8 ohm X12 Next MA2300 stereo 600W at 8 ohm X212 Next MA2300 stereo 875W at 4 ohm Xs15 Next MA1700 bridge 1250W at 8 ohm one unit Next MA3800 stereo 1000W at 8 ohm one unit per channel XH18 Next MA1700 bridge 1250W at 8 ohm one unit Next MA6000 stereo 1400W at 8 ohm one unit per channel Important advice Care should be taken to avoid amplifier clipping It is important to understand that a low power amplifier driven into clipping is more likely to damage a loudspeaker than a higher power amplifier used within its ratings This is because music signals have a high peak to average crest factor When an amplifier is severely overdriven its output waveform is clipped its peaks are squared off reducing the crest factor In extreme cases the waveform can approach that of a square wave causing extreme distortion An amplifier is normally capable of producing far more power under these conditions than its undistorted rated power output On the other hand use of very high power amplifiers with outputs greater than those recommended is discouraged Care should be taken to avoid switch on surges which can result in momentary power peaks in excess of specified ratings When powering up a sound sy
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