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1. E Two independent signal lines per side at the DSP s output have been used to align both systems 10 Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual Troubleshooting No sound from the unit The SIGNAL presence LED indicator s do es not light up Full power cannot be obtained The LIMIT LED indicator s never light s up Sound is distorted The LIMIT LED indicator s is are not on or only light up occasionally Sound is distorted and very loud One or more LIMIT LED indicators light up Hum or buzz when a mixer is connected to the unit Hum or buzz when using lighting controls in the same building The power on LED indicator s do es not light up when the power connector is rotated and locked at the ON LOCK position Cause Solution 1 The signal source is sending no signal 2 Defective cable 1 Check that the mixer or sound source is sending signal to the UNIT 2 Check that the cable from the sound source to the UNIT is connected correctly Replace the cable if defective 1 The signal source does not have a hot enough output 12. al w ARTES D D D UE SIGNAL LINE INPUT T 1 1 L 4 ra po ot cet TA totii es INPUT 138 Ha ane w When using a subwoofer other than the variant 18A in combination with the variant 25A units it is recommended that external processor be used to filter the signal fed into the variant25A units at 138 Hz If an externally amplified subwoofer unit is to be used in combination with variant 25A satellites the signal treatment will depend on the characteristics of the subwoofer used In order to achieve a good quality sound DAS Audio recommends the use of variant 18A subwoofers o SIGNAL INPUT T P 7 CTE ii cer Delay FRAILEA Aka LIN t o i 138 O SIGNAL INPUT a The variant 112A can reproduce frequencies down to 63Hz so in those applications where no high sound pressure level is required speech vocals
3. variant 25A Pink noise Maximum power 0 7A 1 3 Power 0 45A 1 8 Power 0 3A Idle 0 15A Data obtained at 230V multiply per 2 for 115V Maximum power Measured in conditions of severe clipping AC power requirements The required voltage for all models is 115V 50Hz 60Hz 230V 50Hz 60Hz Maximum voltage divide by 2 for 115V 255V Shutdown voltage for variant 25A divide by 2 for 115V 160V J Ex ZN oooo0oo00000000000000000000 0 ooooooooooooooooooooooo G oooo0o00000000000000000000 ooooo0000000000000000000 ooooo0o0000000000000000000 oooo0oo0000000000000000000 000000000000000000000000 30 SZ Rear amplifier panel on variant 25A systems Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual VARIANT 112A The variant 112A is a two way active system Nominal RMS amplifier power at driver impedance LF 500W HF 100W Amplifier panel description variant 172A A LIMIT Amplifier limiter indicator lights When it lit the level of the signal source should be reduced B SIGNAL Signal presence indicator at the amplifiers output C ON Indicator light fot each amplifier channel D FUSE E AC INPUT With PowerCon NAC 3 FCA connector Only when the connector is inserted and rotated clicked into place will the AC turn on T
4. Cannon and Y 6 35mm stereo The graphs that follow show the recommended connection with different types of connectors to balanced processor or amplifier inputs The connectors on the left hand side come from a signal source and the ones on the right hand side go to the inputs of the processor or amplifier Note that on the unbalanced connectors on the left hand side two terminals are joined in side the connector If hum occurs with balanced to balanced connections try disconnecting the sleeve ground on the input connector Note that the illustrations show what should be connected to what but that pin locations on an actual XLR connector are different Also pin 2 hot is assumed on XLR connectors 2 2 G Day A 3 3 Balanced XLR Cannon to Balanced XLR 2 2 ES zzz E gt 3 3 Unbalanced XLR Cannon to Balanced XLR TRS S 3 Balanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced XLR Cannon T 2 Cmm SR N T S S 3 Unbalanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced XLR Cannon 2 T 5 E o _ T S S 3 RCA Phono to Balanced XLR Cannon S S Balanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced 1 4 Jack S S Unbalanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced 1 4 Jack T S S S SRT RCA Phono to Balanced 1 4 Jack Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 21 Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual Z Lu 5 5
5. it will stop playing When acceptable levels are regained the unit will switch back on automatically Connections The variant 25A unit can be used alone for speech applications where low SPL is suitable To use it in this mode simply plug the mixer into the input signal connector To use it in combination with the variant 18A unit plug the mixer into variant 18A INPUT and connect the SATELLITE OUTPUT to the signal input on the variant 25A unit When the variant 25A and variant 18A units cannot be on the same cluster it is recommended to drive each model separately from a signal processor using a 138 Hz High Pass Filter for the variant 25A adding the necessary time delay if requeired and feeding the variant 18A with the full range signal J m variant 25A 138Hz gt Retardo Mezclador Mixer Delay Procesador processor variant 18A The LOOP THRU connector is an output XLR in parallel with the input connector and is useful for daisy chaining the input signal to a number of boxes connecting them in parallel The number of units that can be linked this way depends on the output impedance of the equipment driving the enclosure such as the mixer or processor Typically to avoid signal degradation the maximum number that can be daisy chained is given by the formula Zc gt 10Zs where Zc is the load impedance and Zs is the output impedance of the equipment driving
6. 33 Hz 156 Hz N A N A 134 dB LF 1 x 18H GM 18G Rectangular Birch Plywood Black or White Paint 0 to 5 in 1 increments V 25A under V 18A Maximum 6 cabinets 7 1 INPUT Female XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR SATELLITE OUT Male XLR AC INPUT PowerCon NAC 3 FCA 115 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 7 x 57 4 x 65 cm 19 9 x 22 6 x 25 6 in 49 kg 108 lb AX V25 Black AX V25W White O O po o a 8 lo J i ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS variant 18A Product improvement through research and development is an ongoing process at D A S All specifications are subject to change without notice Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual RIGGING SYSTEM Introduction This section contains needed information for flying D A S Audio line array systems description of the elements and safety precautions To perform any operations related to flying the system read the present document first and act on the warnings and advice given The goal is to the allow the user to become familiar with the mechanical elements required to fly the acoustic system as well as the safety measures to be taken during set up and teardown Additional information is included in the document System Guide which can be found on the D A S website Only experienced installers with adequate knowledge of the equipment and local safety regulations should fly speaker boxes It is the us
7. 60Hz Maximum voltage divide by 2 for 115V 255V Shutdown voltage for variant 112A divide by 2 for 115V 160V Rear amplifier panel on variant 112A systems Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual VARIANT 18A Low frequency mono amplified system Nominal amplifier power Continuous 1250 W Amplifier panel description A LIMIT Amplifier limiter indicator lights When lit the level of the signal source should be reduced B SIGNAL Signal presence indicator at the amplifiers inputs C ON Indicator light for each amplifier channel D FUSE E AC INPUT With PowerCon NAC 3 FCA connector Only when the connector is inserted and rotated clicked into place will the AC turn on The connector can be used as a switch rotating the connector to or from the locked position will turn the unit on or off respectively Mute the signal feeding the INPUT before turning the unit on or off F INPUT Balanced signal XLR Pin assignments as follows GND ground Non inverted input Inverted input y 2 3 G LOOP THRU Used for paralleling several units which will share the same input Could also be used to provide signal for an outboard power amplifier H SATELLITE OUTPUT This sends high passed signal 138Hz to the system that will reproduce mid high frequencies SUB LEVEL Used to control the subwoofer level To prevent accidental mis setting a flat blade screwdriver is nee
8. Type Variant 112A 230 V version 230 VAC 1 7A Trade mark if any D A S Model Type Variant 112A 120 V version Variant 112A 230 V version reference Additional information Sample of product 60065 ed 7 National differences tested to be in EU Group Differences EU Special conformity with IEC National Conditions AU CA NZ US Test Report Ref No 580269 01 This CB Test Certificate is issued by the National Certification Body rn SGS Belgium NV Division SGS CEBEC E SGS y Avenue F Van Kalken 9 A B 1070 Brussels Belgium Signed by Ronan A Date of issue 2008 01 16 f 1 1 Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual CONTENTS INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION variant 25A variant 18A variant 112A AC power requirements Current consumption Switch ON OFF Overload Limit indicators Overheating Equalization Low mains voltage Connections Configurations variant 25A amp variant 18A Configuration variant 112A amp variant 18A Configuration variant 112A amp LX 218A Troubleshooting USING THE SYSTEM WITH SUBs SPECIFICATIONS RIGGING SYSTEM Introduction Accesories description Safety factors APPENDIX Line connections un balanced and balanced Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 12 14 15 21 Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual INTRODUCTION The new D A S Variant series was designed for use in fixed installations portable AN or applications requiri
9. allow up to 10 units to be daisy chained at 230 V A three position eq switch located on the amplifier panel allows for array effect correction mid and low frequencies sum in phase when several units are assembled This switch provides two additional equalizations to adjust the high frequency range The variant 18A incorporates one 1250 W continuous Class D amplifier along with the necessary signal treatment to perform as a sub woofer unit This amplifier features a high pass filtered output at 138 Hz intended to provide signal for the variant 25A units The variant 112A incorporates a two way amplifier with a Class D power module of 500W continuos for the low range and a Class AB power module of 100W continuos for the high frequency range The AC input and output link utilize Neutrik PowerCon connectors which allow up to 6 units to be daisy chained at 230 V A three position eq switch located on the amplifier panel allows for array effect correction mid and low frequencies sum in phase when several units are assembled This switch provides two additional equalizations to adjust the high frequency range Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual DESCRIPTION VARIANT 25A The variant 25A is a two way class AB self powered system Nominal amplifier power Continuous per way LF 125 W HF 75 W Amplifier panel description A LIMIT Amplifier limiter indicator lights When lit the level of the signal source s
10. and 6 quick release pins with the variant 18A Biela Cam link Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 15 16 To facilitate the insertion of the connecting links in the corresponding slot of the top box each angle has an associated pin hole which is labeled and located on each side of the box Highly resistant 6mm quick release pins with a ball safety lock are used set the angles VARIANT 18 variant 112A In order to fly the units the connecting link must be rotated until the desired splay angle is reached first 1 Then the quick release pin must be introduced into the pin hole labeled with the desired splay angle 2 The box will be flown from the rotating point located in the top box as shown in the figure 3 and finally the lower box will be secured by introducing one more quick release pin in the top box 4 variant 25A variant 112A Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual Most of the accessories needed to fly or stack the units are integral to the enclosures The only additional items needed are the rigging bumpers A AX V25 The AX V25 rigging grid bumper is made from steel beams and is designed to handle great loads It features a center reinforcement bar that is also used for the lifting slings One chain can be used to determine the tilt angle of the whole cluster depending on the hole
11. If using a mixer use the balanced output if available Use a professional mixer with a hotter output 1 The mixer or signal source is distorting 1 Turn mixer channel gains down Check that none of your signal sources are distorting 1 The system is overloaded and has reached maximum power 1 Turn down the mixer s output 1 The console probably has un balanced outputs You may be using an incorrect un balanced to balanced cable 2 The mixer and the powered speaker are not plugged into the same mains outlet 3 The audio signal cable is too long or too close to an AC cable 1 Read the appendix of this manual to make a correct un balanced to balanced cable 2 Connect the mixer and the unit to the same mains outlet 3 Use a cable that is as short as possible and or move the audio signal cable away from mains cables 1 The audio signal cable is too long or too close to the lighting cable 2 On a sound system with three phase AC the lighting equipment and the UNIT are connected to the same phase 1 Move the audio signal cable away from lighting cables Try to find out at what point the noise is leaking into the system 2 Connect the sound system to a different phase than the lights You may need the help of an electrician 1 Bad or loose AC connection to the UNIT or the mains outlet 2 Faulty AC cable 3 Blown Fuse Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 1 Ch
12. User s Manual variant variant series El signo de exclamaci n dentro de un tri ngulo indica la existencia de importantes instrucciones de operaci n y mantenimiento en la documentaci n que acompa a al producto Conserve y lea todas estas instrucciones Siga las advertencias Equipo de Clase El signo del rayo con la punta de flecha alerta contra la presencia de voltajes peligrosos no aislados Para reducir el riesgo de choque el ctrico no retire la cubierta No instale el aparato cerca de ninguna fuente de calor como radiadores estufas u otros aparatos que produzcan calor Debe instalarse siempre sin bloquear la libre circulaci n de aire por las aletas del radiador No exponga este equipo a la lluvia o humedad No use este aparato cerca del agua piscinas y fuentes por ejemplo No exponga el equipo a salpicaduras ni coloque sobre l objetos que contengan l quidos tales como vasos y botellas Equipo IP 20 Este s mbolo indica que el presente producto no puede ser tratado como residuo dom stico normal sino que debe entregarse en el correspondiente punto de recogida de equipos el ctricos y electr nicos Equipo dise ado para funcionar entre 15 C y 35 C con una humedad relativa m xima del 75 con un rango de 10 de la tensi n nominal de alimentaci n indicada en la etiqueta trasera seg n IEC 60065 2001 Si debe sustituir el fusible preste atenci n al tipo y rango El cableado exterior conect
13. ado al equipo requiere de su instalaci n por una persona instruida o el uso de cables flexibles ya preparados Si el aparato es conectado permanentemente la instalaci n el ctrica del edificio debe incorporar un interruptor multipolar con separaci n de contacto de al menos 3mm en cada polo Desconecte este aparato durante tormentas el ctricas terremotos o cuando no se vaya a emplear durante largos periodos No emplace altavoces en proximidad a equipos sensibles a campos magn ticos tales como monitores de televisi n o material magn tico de almacenamiento de datos Para cajas con adaptador para tripode AXC ZT la altura m xima de seguridad desde el suelo a la base de la caja montada sobre tripode modelo TRD 2 con pies a su m xima extensi n es variant25A max 2u variant 172A max 1u El colgado del equipo s lo debe realizarse utilizando los herrajes de colgado recomendados y por personal cualificado No cuelgue la caja de las asas No existen partes ajustables por el usuario en el interior de este equipo Cualquier operaci n de mantenimiento o reparaci n debe ser realizada por personal cualificado Es necesario el servicio t cnico cuando el equipo se haya da ado de alguna forma como que haya ca do l quido o alg n objeto en el interior del aparato haya sido expuesto a lluvia o humedad no funcione correctamente haya recibido un golpe o su cable de red est da ado Limpie con un pa o seco No use limpiadore
14. al adaptor AXC Z7 AXC V112 E Quick release pins Each cabinet variant 25A 112A includes 4 steel heavy duty quick release pins stored on the rear panel Each cabinet variant 18A includes 6 steel heavy duty quick release pins stored on the rear panel All systems can be flown using steel aluminium rigging hardware located on both sides of the cabinets NEVER REPLACE QUICK RELEASE PINS WITH SCREWS OR OTHER ELEMENTS Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 19 20 Pasadores Quick release pins F Chain hoists All units in a column will be flown from the AX V25 rigging grid bumper which should be used with one hoist The maximum load that can be flown using the AX V25 is 250 kg 550 lb so one 0 25 Ton hoist will be enough Safety factors The safety factor is defined as the coefficient between the breaking load limit and the maximum safe working load limit SWLL In this case the breaking load limit of each of the flying points is 875 kg 1925 lb as determined by destructive testing in independent laboratories With a 7 1 safety factor a total amount of 20 units variant 25A can be suspended from the AX V25 2 x180 Kg 7 1 t 4 x180 Kg 7 1 l Each flying point withstands 180 Kg with a 7 1 safety ratio The maximum number of va
15. ded to rotate the control which is recessed and detented Depending on the sensitivity placement and configuration of your mid high system you may need to adjust this control for balanced frequency response O 000000000000 0000000000000 oeo00000000000 e00000000000 0000000000000 000000000000 e000 o0000 e000 lo TQ ge Q ce TO Q DoF i oQ ooooo0o000000000 o000000000000000 o00000000000000 O O Rear amplifier panel on variant 18A systems Current consumption variant 18A Pink noise Maximum power 3 5A 1 3 Power 1 8A 1 8 Power 0 9A Idle 0 1A Data obtained at 230V multiply per 2 for 115V Maximum power Measured in conditions of severe clipping AC power requirements The required voltage for all models is 115V 50Hz 60Hz 230V 50Hz 60Hz Maximum voltage divide by 2 for 115V 255V Shutdown voltage for variant 18A divide by 2 for 115V 160V Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual Switch ON OFF A sound system should be switched on sequentially Switch on the self powered unit last in your sound system Switch on the sound sources such as CD players or turntables then the mixer then the processors and finally the self powered unit If you have several units it is recommended that you switch them on sequentially one at a time Follow the inverse order when switching off turning self powered units off before any oth
16. e low frequency range the system can be installed without subwoofers If it is required extending the low end then the variant 18A is recommended SIGNAL SIGNAL INPUT INPUT Two independent signal lines per side at the DSP s output have been used to align both systems It is also recommended when combining systems to use two different signal lines subwoofer line and satellite line and one external DSP to align both systems Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 9 In applications like live sound concerts disco dance music where high sound pressure level is required double eighteen subwoofers should be used DAS Audio recommends the LX 278A To align both systems an external DSP with two different signal lines will be needed Note the relationship between the number of subwoofers and the number of VARIANT 112A depends on the application and is a parameter to be defined by the user POWER SIGNAL INPUT SIGNAL INPUT O
17. eck you connections 2 Check the cables connectors and AC power with a suitable mains tester 3 Replace fuse on fuse holder with one of the same type If it blows again take the unit to a service centre 11 12 USING THE SYSTEM WITH SUBS When variant 25A units are used in combination with variant 18A subwoofers it is recommended to plug the mixer into the variant 18A s input and then to connect the variant 184 138Hz high pass filtered output to the variant 25A input The ratio between variant 25A and variant 18A units that DAS Audio recommends to achieve a correct balance is 4 1 As it depends on the kind of music and the application it is subject to changes A level knob can be found on the variant 18A amplifier panel which allows for decreasing the subwoofer level when less than four variant 25A units are to be used allowing to correct the balance between Mid High and Low frequencies If for any reason the Satellite Output on the subwoofer is not going to be used to feed the variant 25A units then it is recommended to make use of an external processor to high pass filter the signal fed into the variant 25A unit at 138 Hz and add the necessary time delay to match the phase at the cut off frequency Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual SIGNAL INPUT SATELLITE OUTPUT 1 a T FIT I TT Lear TA 1 1 i oe tr oa
18. ecommended that you implement an inspection and maintenance program on flying elements including reports to be filled out by the personnel that will carry out the inspections Local regulations may exist that in case of accident may require you to present evidence of inspection reports and corrective actions after defects were found Absolutely no risks should be taken with regards to public safety When flying enclosures from ceiling support structures extreme care should be taken to assure the load bearing capabilities of the structures so that the installation is absolutely safe Do not fly enclosures from unsafe structures Consult a certified professional if needed All flying accessories that are not supplied by D A S Audio are the user s responsibility Use at your own risk Accesories description D A S Audio variant 25A variant 18A and variant 112A units include two rigging structures on each side of the enclosure Manufactured from stainless steel and aluminum they are affixed with special M8 crop resistant screws to the wood sides on both models A special connecting link is part of each rigging structure and allows for both stacking or flying with splay angles ranging from 0 to 10 in 1 increments variant 25A or angles ranging from 12 to 15 variant 112A In order to set up the splay angles the quick release pins supplied with each unit must be used 4 quick release pins are provided with variant 25A 112A
19. ention to correct type and ratings The outer wiring connected to the device requires installation by an instructed person or the use of a flexible cable already prepared If the apparatus is connected permanently the electrical system of the building must incorporate a multipolar switch with a separation of contact of at least 3mm in each pole Unplug this apparatus during ligtning storms earthquakes or when unused for long periods of time Do not place loudspeakers in proximity to devices sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material For enclosures with tripod socket AXC ZT maximum safety height from floor to bottom of enclosure when mounting on a TRD 2 tripod with legs fully open variant 25A max 2u variant 172A max 1u The appliance should be flown only from the rigging points and by qualified personnel Do not suspend the box from the handles No user serviceable parts inside 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 Clean only with a dry cloth Do not use any solvent based cleaners Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual GARANTIA Todos nuestros productos est n ga
20. er element in the sound system Mute all signal sources before switching the unit on or off Overload Limit indicators It is recommended that the red LIMIT LED indicators are not lit continuously at most it should blink only occasionally If you wish to have a visual indication at the mix position of whether the LIMIT LEDs are lighting during equipment set up closely observe what mixer VUmeter level corresponds to the level that lights the enclosure s LIMIT LEDs That level that should not be exceeded during the event Overheating The variant series amplifiers generate very little residual heat and therefore do not need a fan for cooling In normal use the amplifier panel will be warm to the touch If the unit stops playing or just the mid high or the bass sections the amplifier s overheating protection may be activated to protect the components from thermal damage Overheating may be due to insufficient cooling or to very aggressive use in extremely hot conditions Do not use the unit in proximity to high power lights Once the amplifier cools down it switches back on automatically If the unit should shut down again try reducing the volume a notch to avoid overheating Equalization The units do not need extreme EQ Avoid high levels of gain on the equalizers Gain values above 6 dB on a console s EQ are not recommended Low mains voltage If mains voltage falls below the shutdown voltage for the unit
21. er s responsibility to ensure that the systems to be flown including flying accessories comply with state and local regulations The working load limits in this manual are the results of tests by independent laboratories It is the user s responsibility to stay within safe limits It is the user s responsibility to follow and comply with safety factors resistance values periodical supervisions and warnings given in this manual Product improvement by means of research and development is on going at D A S Specifications are subject to change without notice To this date there is no international standard regarding the flying of acoustic systems However it is common practice to apply 5 1 safety factors for enclosures and static elements For slings and elements exposed to material fatigue due to friction and load variation the following ratios must be met 5 1 for steel cable slings 4 1 for steel chain slings and 7 1 polyester slings Thus an element with a breaking load limit of 1000 kg may be statically loaded with 200 kg 5 1 safety factor and dynamically loaded with 142 Kg 7 1 safety factor When flying a system the working load must be lower than the resistance of each individual flying point in the enclosure as well as each box Hanging hardware should be regularly inspected and suspect units replaced if in doubt This is important to avoid injury and absolutely no risks should be taken in this respect It is highly r
22. etc and there is no need of extending the low frequency range the system can be installed without subwoofers If it is required extending the low end then the variant 18A is recommended It is also recommended when combining systems to use two different signal lines and one external DSP to align both systems In applications like live sound concerts disco dance music where high sound pressure level is required double eighteen subwoofers should be used DAS Audio recommends the LX 218A To align both systems and external DSP and two different line signals will be needed Note the relationship between the number of subwoofers and the number of variant 112A depends on the application and is a parameter to be defined by the user Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 13 MODEL LF Amplifier Power HF Amplifier Power Input Type Input Impedance Sensitivity Frequency Range 10 dB Horizontal Coverage 6dB Vertical Coverage Rated Maximum Peak SPL at 1 m Transducers Replacement Parts Enclosure Geometry Enclosure Material Color Finish Rigging System Splay Angles Safety Factor Connectors AC Power Requirements Dimensions H x W x D Weight Accessories variant25A 250 Wpeak 125 Wcontinuous 150 Wpeak 75 Wcontinuous Balanced Differential Line Line 20 kohms Line 1 54 V 6 dBu 75 Hz 17 kHz 90 Nominal Splay Depe
23. he connector can be used as a switch rotating the connector to or from the locked position will turn the unit on or off respectively Mute the signal feeding the input before turning the unit on or off F AC OUTPUT With white PowerCon NAC 3 DFCB connector This is used as an AC loop thru so that up to 8 boxes can be power from a single AC line G INPUT Balanced signal XLR Pin assignments as follows 1 GND Ground 2 Non inverted input 3 inverted input H LOOP THRU Used for paralleling several units which will share the same signal input Could also be used to provide signal for an outboard power amplifier i ARRAY EQ In order to compensate for the summing of the mid and low frequencies the onboard signal processing of each variant 112A unit provides high frequency boost The signal treatment has been designed to provide optimum response for arrays of 3 or more cabinets so when employing just one or two units it may be appropriate to lower the high frequency level The ARRAY EQ switch can be used to attenuate the equalization of the very high frequencies in 3 dB steps Current consumption variant 112A Pink noise Maximum power 1 7A 1 3 Power 0 75A 1 8 Power 0 4A Idle 0 185A Data obtained at 230V multiply per 2 for 115V Maximum power Measured in conditions of severe clipping AC power requirements The required voltage for all models is 115V 50Hz 60Hz 230V 50Hz
24. hould be reduced B SIGNAL Signal presence indicator at the amplifiers inputs C ON Indicator light for each amplifier channel D FUSE E1 AC INPUT Blue PowerCon NAC 3 FCA connector Only when the connector is inserted and rotated clicked into place will the AC turn on The connector can be used as a switch rotating the connector to or from the locked position will turn the unit on or off respectively Mute the signal feeding the INPUT before turning the unit on or off E2 AC OUTPUT White PowerCon NAC 3 DFCB connector This is used as an AC loop thru so that up to 10 boxes at 230V can be powered from a single AC line F INPUT Balanced assignments as follows signal XLR Pin GND ground Non inverted input y 2 3 Inverted input G LOOP THRU Used for paralleling several units which will share the same input The output can also be used to provide signal for an outboard power amplifier H ARRAY EQ In order to compensate for the summing of the mid and low frequencies the onboard signal processing of each variant 25A unit provides high frequency boost The signal treatment has been designed to provide optimum response for arrays of 6 or more cabinets so when employing just two or three units it may be appropriate to lower the high frequency level The ARRAY EQ switch can be used to attenuate the equalization of the very high frequencies in 3 dB steps Current consumption
25. n be changed from 0 to 10 in 1 increments The variant 112A is a curved source system so the number of splay angles is restricted The components used in the system feature advanced technologies new T A F Total Air Flow cooling systems neodymium magnets which allow for important weight reductions titanium diaphragms for the high frequency sections and low mid frequency cones manufactured using crossed fibers and elastic suspension that provide exceptional stability in the vertical plane For mid low frequencies the variant 25A incorporates two 5B 5 speakers with 1 voice coil and ferrite magnet assemblies in a bass reflex configuration High frequencies are handled by one M 5N compression driver with 2 voice coil neodymium magnet and 1 exit coupled to one serpis 25 plane wave adapter high frequency horn assembly designed by D A S Audio In order to maintain coherent horizontal dispersion one of the 5 speakers features a low pass filter avoiding destructive interference between the 5 speakers in the mid frequency range The variant 184 model includes one 78H 18 speaker with 4 voice coil and neodymium magnet assembly in a bass reflex configuration It can be flown above the mid high units or as an independent cluster The variant 25A incorporate two Class AB amplifiers featuring electronically balanced signal inputs and outputs The AC input and output link utilize Neutrik PowerCon connectors which
26. ndent 120 dB LF 2 x 5B 5B HF 1 x M 5N GM M 5 Trapezoidal 7 5 Birch Plywood Black or White Paint 0 to 10 in 1 increments Maximum 20 cabinets 7 1 INPUT Female XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR AC INPUT PowerCon NAC 3 FCA AC OUTPUT Powercon NAC 3 DFCB 115 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 17 4 x 57 4 x 23 1 cm 6 9 x 22 6 x 9 in 12 5 kg 27 5 lb AX V25 Black AX V25W White AXW V25 Black AXW V25W White AXC V25 Black AXC V25W White 574 5 Y ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS 231 variant 25A 399 ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS 14 variant 112A variant 112A 1000 Wpeak 500 Weontinuous 200 Wpeak 100 Wcontinuous Balanced Differential Line Line 20 kohms Line 1 54 V 6 dBu 63 Hz 18 kHz 90 Nominal 15 Nominal 128 dB LF 1 x 12V4 GM 12P4 HF 2 x M 50N GM M 5 Trapezoidal 7 5 Birch Plywood Black or White Paint 12 to 15 in 1 increments Maximum 6 cabinets 7 1 INPUT Female XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR AC INPUT PowerCon NAC 3 FCA AC OUTPUT Powercon NAC 3 DFCB 115 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 32 2 x 57 4 x 39 9 cm act in 26 4 kg 58 1 lb AX V25 Black AX V25W White AXW V25 Black AXW V25W White AXC V25 Black AXC V25W White variant 18A 2500 Wpeak 1250 Wcontinuous Balanced Differential Line Line 20 kohms Line 1 54 V 6 dBu
27. ng high SPL and control of the vertical coverage The series comprises three models the variant 254 which features two 5 speakers for mid low frequencies and one compression driver 2 voice coil and 1 exit coupled to a serpis 25 plane wave generator for the high frequencies The variant 25A model can be used alone as a frontfill or under balcony unit for voice reproduction The second model is the variant 18A bass system intended to be used in combination with the variant 25A for applications requiring extension of the low frequency range below 90 Hz The third system is the variant 112A which has more efficiency and also bigger power handling It is a two way active cabinet including a 12 speaker with 3 voice coil diameter to reproduce the low mid range down to 63Hz and two neodymium compression drivers 2 voice coil diameter coupled to the serpis 112 horn to reproduce the high frequency range The serpis 112 horn assures a nominal vertical coverage of 15 of the high frequency section All units are manufactured using 10 15mm Finnish Birch plywood The variant 25A 112A enclosures shape is trapezoidal with 7 5 angles The variant 18A unit is rectangular All enclosures feature a rugged weather resistant polyurethane black paint and incorporate stainless steel and aluminum captive rigging hardware which is designed to provide fast simple and safe rigging by means of quick release safety pins Splay angles ca
28. rantizados por un periodo de 24 meses desde la fecha de compra Las garant as s lo ser n v lidas si son por un defecto de fabricaci n y en ning n caso por un uso incorrecto del producto Las reparaciones en garant a pueden ser realizadas exclusivamente por el fabricante o el servicio de asistencia t cnica autorizado Otros cargos como portes y seguros son a cargo del comprador en todos los casos Para solicitar reparaci n en garant a es imprescindible que el producto no haya sido previamente manipulado e incluir una fotocopia de la factura de compra WARRANTY All D A S products are warrantied against any manufacturing defect for a period of 2 years from date of purchase The warranty excludes damage from incorrect use of the product All warranty repairs must be exclusively undertaken by the factory or any of its authorised service centers To claim a warranty repair do not open or intend to repair the product Return the damaged unit at shippers risk and freight prepaid to the nearest service center with a copy of the purchase invoice Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual DECLARACI N DE CONFORMIDAD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY D A S Audio S A C Islas Baleares 24 46988 Pol Fuente del Jarro Valencia Espa a Spain Declara que la serie variant Declares that variant series Cumple con los objetivos esenciales de las Directivas Abide by essential objectives relating Directives e Di
29. rectiva de Baja Tensi n Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 CE e Directiva de Compatibilidad Electromagn tica EMC 2004 108 CE e Directiva RoHS 2002 95 CE o Directiva RAEE WEEE 2002 96 CE Y es conforme a las siguientes Normas Armonizadas Europeas In accordance with Harmonized European Norms 0 EN 60065 2002 Audio video and similar electronic apparatus Safety requirements e EN 55108 1 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 1 Emission e EN 55103 2 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual CB TEST Ref Certificate No SCHEME A CERTI FICATE BE 1364 IEC SYSTEM FOR MUTUAL RECOGNITION OF TEST CERTIFICATES FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IECEE CB SCHEME Issued by SGS Belgium NV Division SGS CEBEC Product Self powered loudspeaker cabinets Applicant D A S Audio S A Islas Baleares 24 Spain 46988 Fuente Del Jarro VALENCIA Manufacturer D A S Audio S A Islas Baleares 24 Spain 46988 Fuente Del Jarro VALENCIA Factory D A S Audio S A Islas Baleares 24 Spain 46988 Fuente Del Jarro VALENCIA Rating and principal 50 60 Hz audio amplifier 500W LF characteristics 100W HF Type Variant 112A 120 V version 120 VAC 3 4 A
30. riant 25A units that can be flown from the AX V25 bumper is 20 units with a 7 1 safety ratio The maximum number of variant 18A 112A units that can be flown from the AX V25 bumper are 6 units Never exceed the maximum number of units recommended Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual APPENDIX Line connections unbalanced and balanced There are two basic ways to transport an audio signal with microphone or line level Unbalanced line Utilising a two conductor cable it transports the signal as the voltage between them Electromagnetic interference can get added to the signal as undesired noise Connectors that carry unbalanced signals have two pins such as RCA Phono and Y 6 35mm often referred to as jack mono 3 pin connector such as XLR Cannon may also carry unbalanced signals if one of the pins is unused Balanced line Utilising a three conductor cable one of them acts as a shield against electromagnetic noise and is the ground conductor The other two have the same voltage with respect to the ground conductor but with opposite signs The noise that cannot be rejected by the shield affects both signal conductors in the same way At the device s input the two signals get summed with opposite sign so that noise is cancelled out while the programme signal doubles in level Most professional audio devices use balanced inputs and outputs Connectors that can carry balanced signal have three pins such as XLR
31. s con disolventes E Cajas ac sticas activas Self powered loudspeaker enclosures The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intend to alert the users to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Keep these instructions lass device Cc The lightning and arrowhead symbol warns about the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat The circulation of air through the heatsink must not be blocked Do not expose this device to rain or moisture Do not use this apparatus near water for example swimming pools and fountains Do not place any objects containing liquids such as bottles or glasses on the top of the unit Do not splash liquids on the unit IP 20 equipment This symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the appicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment Working temperature ranges from 15 C to 35 C with a relative humidity of 75 with 10 of the rated main voltage value indicated on the rear label according to IEC 60065 2001 If the fuse needs to be replaced please pay att
32. t up to two units on top of one variant 18A unit or on a tripod by making use of a special adaptor AXC ZT C AXW V25 The AXW V25 is made from stainless steel and has been specially designed to wall mount up to 3 variant 25A units Six special M8x35 DIN912 screws must be used to attach the accessory to the wall The whole cluster can be tilted as in the AXC V25 accessory Coe o a Lo Qo000 D AXC V112 The structure AXC V112 is made of stainless steel and has been designed to ceiling mount up to 2 units variant 112A lt also allows fixing two hook clamps to it so a set up of two cabinets can be attached to truss structures The cabinets are fixed to the structure by means of 4 M8x35 DIN 912 screws Weight 2 6 Kg 5 7 lbs Dimensions 32 5 x 58 5 x 34 4 cm 12 8 x 23 x 13 5 in Al x An x P Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual M8x35 DIN912 screws The AXC V112 ceiling mount accesory features several holes on the top plate which allow for hook clamps to be fixed to it so up to 2 units can be flown from truss structures One slot on each side of the AXC V112 accessory allows for the setting of the tilt angle of the whole cluster by means of the M8x35 screws supplied The AXC V25 can also be used to pole mount up to one unit on top of one variant 18A or on a tripod by making use of speci
33. the enclosure mixer console etc For instance a mixing console with 100 ohm output impedance allows daisy chaining 20 boxes when the input impedance of the cabinets is 20 kohms Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual SIGNAL INPUT o SATELLITE OUTPUT SATELLI OUTP j 1 Pt as ae Y Lor a i AN 138 Hz 138 Hz Tr ARTES LINE Connection employing the filtered Satellite Output SIGNAL INPUT MM e Connection using an external processor AT Tat to adjust the delay between systems 138 H SIGNAL INPUT INPUT 8 Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual The variant 112A can reproduce frequencies down to 63Hz so in those applications where no high sound pressure level is required speech vocals etc and there is no need of extending th
34. used to attach the chain to the center bar The first box in the array will be attached to the AX V25 by means of the above described connecting links and quick release safety pins All the variant systems can be attached to the AX V25 bumper Up to 20 variant 25A units can be flown from the AX V25 bumper while maintaining a 7 1 safety ratio Up to 6 variant 112A can be flow from the AX V25 with a 7 1 safety factor Weight 5 kg 11 Ib Dimensions 5 x 57 4 x 39 cm HxWxD 2x 22 6 x 15 4 in B AXC V25 The AXC V25 is made from stainless steel and has been specially designed to ceiling mount up to 4 variant 25A units This ceiling mount accessory also allows for hook clamps to be fixed to it so up to 4 boxes can be attached to truss structures The variant 25A units must be fixed to the ceiling mount accessory by means of 4 M8x35 DIN912 screws Weight 2 6 kg 5 7 lb Dimensions 29 x 58 5 x 16 9 cm H x Wx D 11 4 x 23 x 6 6 in The AXC V25 ceiling mount accessory features several holes on the top plate which allow for hook clamps AXC AT to be fixed to them so up to 4 units can be flown from truss structures One slot on each side of the AXC V25 accessory allows for the setting of the tilt angle of the whole cluster by means of the M8x35 screws supplied Manual del Usuario variant User s Manual 17 18 The AXC V25 can also be used to pole moun
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