ARRAY/AMS SERIES USER`S MANUAL
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1. LIS IDE 31 5 3 4 Pee Advaced Software User s Manada ia 31 5 3 4 1 INSTALLATION oa 31 5 3 4 2 USING THE PCC CONTROLLER ADVANCED 31 5 4 cm PPM eiii 40 co EI jn mss 40 SA2 SINGIGAMSIZ AMS 1S sisskerviesse duc daa 41 5 4 2 1 derer NOTE 41 5 4 2 2 Mounted MAE 42 5 4 2 3 On wind stand or oM SWEIS 25 51 a LU 43 5 4 2 4 COWCO EZONE 204 43 SAG Tree Or more AMSiz and AMSL eeann 44 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 3 1 FOWD Verca y istas 44 AA JAPrav aua AMS FIoWn Horlzohbally a e ce Count Fon divos 45 54 5 JArrav AMS sernes Ground sees Sei Ev ias 48 O35 LASIZ RIGGING USING HV 3 Zaira ra FEE RARE RARI 50 6 mL EE 52 3 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 1 INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing TECNARE This product comprises the best quality designed to offer a professional use for many years Array series represent the highest professional approach to large and medium venues sound reinforcements where the best standards are to be achieved Common characteristics to all models are e Multiply Birch plywood enclosures e Highest quality speaker standards e Weather proof protection both in speakers components and enclosures e Very high2. 1 Impulse Response Transfer Function Spectrum Analyzer Phase Response Polar Plot DSP CONTROLLER jy Devices The measurer VU is activated by pressing the icon VU It allows simultaneously to visualize the signal of reference and the input signal In the right superior part is the generator of signals in which it is possible to select the type of signal sinusoidal square pink noise white noise etc frequency of the Signal time of the pulse interval of the pulse and level of output This screen also have adjustment of delay of the different bands which can be obtained with the impulse response IMPULSE RESPONSE imPULSEG Audio Analyzer for Pcc Technology Setup Impulse Response Transfer Function Spectrum Analyzer Phase Response Polar Plot vw PP cature E DYI DLY2 DLIY3 1527 Apply Actual Delay to Ref Save as Wave With this screen the answer of the impulse of a certain room can be obtained 25 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Also the existing delay between the different speakers of the box can be obtained In order to make this process the system enables markers with the purpose of being able to visualize in a fast and effective way the existing delay between the emission of the impulse and the reception of the same one by an error microphone In this way it is possible to obtain the retardations relative to each
3. aii ii 13 ETE A 02 Epi ES E sd ER P A ERRE 4 ax a Jl Jeden ete ake ae i 1 08 BH ERE alz AT ES B 18287 TEE AS 1 E E nn t CS e LT L3 ES 1 n un 17 TIE When a box is selected the fader will turn from yellow to red EDITING CHANEL PARAMETERS CHANNEL LABEL BOX TEST MUTE GRAPHIC EQUALIZATION gt BOX ID NUMBER ID GROUP ID CHANNEL FADER ATENUATION LEVEL gt 20 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual e Channel label It allows assigning a name to each box e Test When pressing it will emmit a signal composed by a pink noise to each one of the crossover bands of the box The purpose of this test is to verify that all the components are in good condition Mute It silences the box Graphical Equalization It is acceded to the graphical equalizer of 30 bands of the box See graphical EQ Box ID It shows the Box ID This value can t be modified by the user Number ID It is a consecutive number assigned to each box according to the order of the boxes in the inventory file Group ID With the purpose of being able to process a set of boxes at the same time exists the possibility of grouping the channels of the mixer In order to assign a num
4. POWER 0 OUTPUT 2 c NA 03 AM ee P 28 O F em 6 n S 38 DA ow CHA D Indicator 3FIn XR oop 3Pin XLR Audio Input PIN ALR DSP Control 1 5 in XL Link Corl al Presets 18 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 2 2 Pcc Original Series Software User s Manual 5 2 2 1 INSTALLATION 1 Click on Setup exe icon 2 Follow the wizard instruction for default installation you can press NEXT until the end The estimated time required for first installation is about 1 minute f asked by the wizard restart the computer 3 Connect the unit to the PC using the provided USB cable 4 Copy serfile ccc and default inv files from the installation CD to c program files NPCCcontrol usbsetup NOTE DIRECTORY ROOT CAN VARY DEPENDING ON THE CONFIGURATION OF THE COMPUTER OF THE USER CASE 5 2 2 2 Using the PCC Controller Original Series STARTING COMMUNICATION Click on the PCC icon Load Inventary File Documentos default recientes In the previous window please select the inventory file In order to modify the inventory file according with the user configuration please edit the mentioned file using a text editor EDITING INVENTARY FILE Once in the text editor add and or erase the serial numbers according with the following instru
5. ARRAY AMS SERIES USER S MANUAL Array and AMS series User s Manual BR W N FP INTRODUCTION ETT R 4 SAFE TV DEUM 5 ARRAY SERIES FEATURES rs 7 SYSTEMS FEATURES NA 8 GENERAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS das 9 5 1 Passive BOSA E e e Moe M 9 ld Speaker connector ados 9 liz Ampluter seleciona rie 10 520 9 Array series nd DPA 28A a A a 10 os bes d FEATURE E LI LUTTE 10 2 FRONT PANEL FUNCTION Susini isis 11 91 9 REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS xig Da RE tates abalone ia a iita e s ntc 11 5 1 4 Array Series Recommended configurations ccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeees 12 5 2 ORIGINALSSERIES 80 terea i EE er OU ce bb bebe ea A 18 zs EMI Ed AP t mU AMAA 18 5 2 2 Pcc Original Series Software User s 19 2 2 1 INSTALLATION ER 19 5 2 2 2 Using the PCC Controller Original 19 5 3 PCC ADVANCED SERIES ee e ta 28 92521 Mall DNO M DE 28 SM MEM Ie MIA ET LI TIU TS 28 5 02 37 JSconnecHonm DIdgkdlTi
6. 8 Ohm high Sensitivity 105dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 136dB Continuous Power Handling 1500W nominal 2400W continuous Dimensions HxWxD 410 front H x310 rear hetight x1245 width x 740 depth mm Net weight 86 kg selfpowered Pcc version Components Low 2x12 LF driver band pass horn loaded Mid 1x12 HF passed corrected High 2x1 5 compression driver attached to a proprietary waveguide device MINIARRAY Frequency Response 85Hz 18kHz 4dB Nominal Dispersion 85 H x 89V 6dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 96dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 120dB Continuous Power Handling 250W nominal 480W continuous Dimensions HxWxD 232x543x462mm Net weight 27kg selfpowered Pcc version Components 2x6 1 2 LF driver 1x15 HF driver on a proprietary waveguide device AMS 12 Frequency Response 48Hz 19kHz 4dB Nominal Dispersion 909H x 309V 6dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 103dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 132dB Continuous Power Handling 580W nominal Dimensions HxWxD 705x395x420mm Net weight 30kg selfpowered Pcc version 8 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Components 1x12 LF driver 1x1 4 HF driver on a rotary constant Q horn AMS 15 Frequency Response 42Hz 18kHz 4dB Nominal Dispersion 909H x 409V 6dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 106dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 135dB Continuous Power Handling 680W nominal Dimensions HxWxD 890x520x550mm Net weight 39kg selfpowere
7. computer e Save Preset Save the current preset to a file e Load Set Click this option to Load a Set of 10 preset from your computer e Save Set Save the current set of 10 presets to a file e Exit Exit the application CONNECT On line Connects the computer to the unit DELAY UNITS e ms e meter e feet NETWORK WINDOW When the PC is connected to the unit the following information is shown at the upper left corner of the screen Mil Pec Network Window 777777 777 Temperature It shows the temperature of each output channel Limiter The limiter light show up when the audio limiter is acting Signal Indicator When lighting a input signal is present 32 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual INPUT SECTION This section contains the following modules e Unit ID and grouping e Signal Generator e Input Level e Input Compressor e General Setup e 30 bands Graphic equalizer UNIT ID AND GROUPING It shows the units information connected to the PC the active one is the one on Red Double click to activate the unit By clicking on the group ID box the user will be able to assign each unit to a group SIGNAL GENERATOR By selecting active in the dropdown list a pink noise signal is generated by the 8 output channels The output level is controlled by the fader control INPUT LEVEL Main delay in ms meters or feet can be adjusted in this
8. correspond with the numbers that the system has not detected Let us remember that the inventory file can contain serial numbers that really do not exist in the work network Like in the mixer screen the box that is selected is noticeable with a point of red colour Pcc Box Controller SP CONTROLLER In the left part of the screen are all the functions that can be used P sends a flag test to all the boxes to verify that communication is being done properly It saves the data of configuration of the active box red to a file When making this action is necessary to consider that this configuration is stored automatically in the box in such a way that when returning to switch on it will do it with this configuration It loads a configuration file to the selected box As in the previous case the box stores in its memory this configuration It updates the present configuration in the internal memory of the box in such a way that it is stored in its non volatile memory 22 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual NOTE THE REMAINING ICONS HAVE BEEN EXPLAINED IN THE SECTION BEGINNING THE COMMUNICATION PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER In order to accede to the parametric equalizer select Par EQ at the window Pcc Box Controller It is necessary to consider that each one of the boxes has its own parametric equalizer reason why it is necessary to assure that the box to
9. band TRANSFER FUNCTION With the use of this screen the system calculates the transfer function of the system that is to say the difference between the signal from the input of the box to the taking of the acoustic signal by a measurement microphone imPULSE Audio Analyzer for Pec Technology Setup Impul se Response Transfer Function Spectrum Analyzer Phase Response Polar Plot A very important function that contains this screen is the possibility of visualizing and modifying in real time using the mouse the graphical equalizer represented in the figure by white triangles of any of the boxes whose graphic eq has been selected at the mixer screen The yellow line corresponds to the processing curve made to the box selected at the network or mixer screen whereas the green line shows the function of transference of the box REAL TIME SPECTRUM ANALYZER RTA The system allows in addition to make analysis in frequency with a Real Time Analyzer It is possible in addition simultaneously to visualize the spectral analysis of the signal of reference and the signal of entrance microphone imPULSE Audio Analyzer for Pec Technology Setup Impulse Response Transfer Function esponse Polar Plot In the inferior part of screen are different functions as adjustment from inferior and superior frequency capture curve snapshot show peak erase of captured c
10. e Input graphic eq e Parametric eq on each band 4 x 8 bands e General Delay e 4 band crossover e Gain control e Mute control e Check test e Buit in Analyzer e Real time control e Presets storage in the PC e Grouping e Acoustic center control between bands e Compressor limiter in each output band e Input compressor limiter e Clock set 5 3 2 Back Panel Advanced Series 28 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Display O O Speakon AC Output 3Pin XLR Audio Loop 3Pin XLR Audio Input 29 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Cobranet Series oO CAUTION N AN IN O ems 92 5 5 o V5 O L ETHERNET EE TO cc ss ccce O SEA 5 E 50 60 Hz OJTFUT O e O Display 3Pin XLR Audio Loop 3Pin XLR Audio Input Speakon Speakon AC Output 30 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 3 3 Connection Diagram bN 4x LA122 4 54118 8x 122 4 SW118 5 3 4 Pcc Advaced User s Manual Software 5 3 4 1 INSTALLATION 1 Click on Pcc12G Setup exe icon 2 Follow the wizard instruction for default installation you can press NEXT until the end The
11. or FBV M15 and put the screws back 5 4 2 2 Mounted On a wall Items required e i120rLP M15 e i2orL M15 Procedure e Remove the two up side screws from the box e Place the LP 12 or LP M15 and put the screws back e Hold the L 12 or L M15 to the wall e Place the unit into the 12 or L M15 place the upper bottom screw 42 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 2 3 On wind stand or on SW118 Items required e Wind stand 5 4 2 4 Flown Horizontally Items required e 1x Flying bar for AMS12 or AMS15 FBH 12 or FBH M15 Procedure e Remove the two up side screws from the box e Place the 12 M15 and put the screws back T M 2 2140 M p W i ES Dow how V NE EN d CU 9 g e A eem 2 87 Pod d Ss 225 on be 220 228 gu RS A AE ff 4 7 Su NN A 22 Il d ue pr Y 3 li 2 1160 X it LEP 7 Wit lho d XU 43 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 3 Tree or more AMS12 and AMS15 5 4 3 1 Flown Vertically Items required e Bumper CV 12 15 e Nx FBV 12 M15 e 4Nx Pin Locks Procedure e Align the boxes with the desire angle using the pin locks e Remove the two up side screws from each box
12. power capacity e Proprietary wave guide design e Hi fi quality speaker response Active PCC advanced technology versions Self powered systems of high efficiency and low weight Systems individually DSP controlled by software in real time Graphical Equalizer of 30 bands by acoustic box Parametric Equalizer of 10 bands by acoustic box Individual control of gain solo and mute Individual Crossover of four bands Linkwitz Riley of 24dB octave Individual Compressor Limiter by band Variable delay on each band of up to 4 ms to adjust acoustic centers Communication network able to operate in real time with up to 64 boxes 4 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Some terminals carry electrical current of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Use only high quality commercially available speaker cables with TS plugs pre installed All other installation or modification should be performed only by qualified personnel This symbol wherever it A appears alerts you to the presence of ininsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure voltage that may sufficient to constitute a risk of shock This symbol wherever it N appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature Please read the manual To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the top N cover or the rear section No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to q
13. 118 Sub 2x MCH4700 1x 4000 HF 1 DPA 28 4x 5118 13 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 2400 AMS12 AMS 12 Audio input To PC 2x AMS12 ex 54 118 Sub Sw 118 4000 1x MCH4000 1 1x DPA 28 pemive Pes Oriar qn AHIZ __ X 24 400 4 AMS12 V 4 AMS12 To PC L Audio input R 8x AMS12 2x SW218V Sub 2x MCH4700 E ix MCH4000 L 1 DPA 28 Passes Elbe Oplon 12 equied 2x SW21B8V 14 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 6x AMS12 R Audio input To PC 12x 512 4x SW218V 3x MCH4700 2x MCH4000 1x DPA 28 45 52184 AMS15 515 RB 7 TO PC 2x 15 Sub 2x SW118 R 1x 4000 L ix MCH4000 ix DPA 28 5118 Fols Oplan AMETE E quid 00 15 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 28 MCH4700 j we cc 4x AMS15 4x 515 To PC L Audio input R AMS15 2x SW218V Sub 2x MCH4700 R ix MCH4000 L 1x DPA 28 ex 52184 34 MCH4700 AMSLS Audio input To PC 12x AMS15 4x SW218V Sub MCH4700 2x 4000 L 1x DPA 28X Pame File Opinar AMSLS 45 218 16 52 Array and AMS serie
14. 9 Power switch Controls power On Off 5 1 3 3 REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS Te uuau uu uu oem 1 Main Power Connects via a standard IEC socket A compatible power cord is supplied with the unit The voltage input is either 115VAC or 230VAC and is clearly specified on the unit Voltage requirement has to be stated upon ordering 2 3 XLR input and outputs Separate 3 pin XLR connectors are provided for each audio input and output The device s output stage employs the balanced impedance topology All I O connectors have pin 1 as ground shield pin 2 as and pin 3 as 4 USB connectos USB connector per channel for PC connection Note Please refer to section for further information 11 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 1 4 Array Series Recommended configurations 4 4700 bn 6x 1 12 gt 6x LA122 L udio input ES To PC 12x 14122 SUB 54119 LF 4x MCH4700 HF 1 MH4000 1 DPA 28 LLLI Bx 118 4 MCH4 700 LA122 48 122 L udio input 8x LA122 4x 5118 Sub 4x 4700 LF 4x SWIIB 12 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Bx MCH4700 4x LA312 8x LA312 8x MCH4700 MH4000 o 1x DPA 28 Audio input R To PC 51219 6x MiniArray udio input To PC 12x MiniArray 4x 8
15. abinets IMPORTANT The number of boxes and the angle between them must be in such a way that the total deep length of the boxes DO NOT EXCEED the maximum length of the bumper e Select the box and configuration to be used AMS12 AMS12 and AMS15 n Front Flying LA122 AMS12 Back Flying N Front Fliving amp Stock N 2 4122 em Back Fliving amp Stock 08 x ack Flying Front Flying amp Stock AMS15 LA208 Back Stock Back Flying LANO e Install the first cabinet on the Select the stack position according to the speaker used bumper using the screws or pin locks included in the package the connection must be placed to the stack mode e Connect the second cabinet to the front link bar and then adjust the angle by introducing the back link bar e Repeat the last step for the rest of the cabinets 48 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 11121 A A _ A _ 1 qual 49 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 6 LA312 RIGGING USING HV 312 Setup 1 Items required e HV 312 Plataform e 4Nx Pin Locks 2 for Bumper Procedure e Install the first cabinet on the bumper using the screws or pin locks included in the package Elevate the system until the next cabinet height is reached e Connect the se
16. age of up to 10 program setups e Unlimited number of presets via software e Uploading of 10 collection presets in one step via software e USB port connection e Ethernet port connection e 30 bands Input graphic equalizer bands Output equalizer per output channel Parametric e 4 ways configurable Crossover e Main Delay e Input and output Compressor and Limiter e Configurable Clock e Noise Generator e Sound Analyzer e Phase inverter per band e Mute e Via adjustable delay 10 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 1 3 2 FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS o o 417 1 LCD Screen CH A Show all the necessary information to control de unit 1 Unit name 2 Shows the preset number and identification 3 ID of the Unit 2 Rotary thumb wheel CH A Controls the presets To select the desire preset press the wheel 3 On SIGNAL CLIP led CH A When On indicate the unit is On Signal at the input and the input level is above the device s maximum headroom respectively 4 LCD Screen CH A Show all the necessary information to control de unit 5 Rotary thumb wheel CH A Allows you to switch between presets To select the desire preset press the wheel 6 On SIGNAL CLIP led CH A When On indicates the unit is On Signal at the input and the input level is above the device s maximum headroom respectively 7 8 Ethernet connector Standard RJ 45 female socket
17. ange from 1 2 1 off to 30 1 GENERAL SETUP General setup Select Preset Preset Name Poc LAN Port 107 168 1 34 T The following controls are available in the general Setup module e Presets e Setup e Analyzer e Network e Pcc LAN Port e Internet Router IP PRESETS By pulling down the Select Preset dropdown list 10 different preset saved in the unit can be selected 34 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Changes made in the PC software are in the DPA 28X and stored in the selected preset immediately executed A Preset name can also be stored RTC SETUP By clicking Ctrl Alt P the RTC Setup module will be shown General Setup Select Pres et Preset Name 01 default y Time RTC Setup RTc Date 14844 89 11 gt 192 168 1 34 Internet Router IP _100 100 100 100 This module is a time counter clock that allows the user to control when and how the unit has been working To Unlock this feature click on RTC Setup send to Tecnare the code shown on the screen and introduce the unlock code you will have back from Tecnare ANALYZER This toggles the audio Analyzer window open and closed A 20 The following information is available in this window Display Allows the user to show hide the input and reference signals Display 4 Show Input 17 Show Reference 4 Swap Inputs Parameters Mod
18. ar or over a radiator or heat 5 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual source This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacture s instructions have been adhered to 8 DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES This Product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators stoves or other products including amplifiers that produces heat 9 DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE POLARIZED OR GROUNDING TYPE PLUG A Polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prongs are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 PROTECT THE POWER CORD FROM BEING WALKED ON OR PINCHED PARTICULARLY AT PLUGS CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES AND THE POINT WHERE THEY EXIT FROM THE APPARATUS 11 ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER 12 USE ONLY WITH CART STAND TRIPOD BRACKET OR TABLE SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE APPARATUS WHEN A CART IS USED USE CAUTION WHEN MOVING THE CART APPARATUS TO AVOID INJURY FROM TIP OVER Do not place this unit on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The unit may fall causing serious injury to someone and serious damage to the appliance A uni
19. ay element changes to be an active device namely a PCC speaker controlled with a small laptop via software A standard PCC speaker houses one or more module amps and a DSP processor these PCC speakers are linked by a network through a USB interface to the laptop Once connected we can control in real time the parameters of each speaker such as volume graphic equalisation parametric equalisation parametric equalisation crossover internal delays compressor limiters check test save and recall of presets mute transfer spectrum analysis real time analyzer spectrum control phase check and more Array Series are designed for both permanent installation and touring applications where even coverage intelligibility and high SPL levels are required Array Series are engineered to offer sound reinforcement professionals solutions to meet almost any challenge Self powered DSP controlled arrays ensure the consistency required to obtain the benefits of line array technology and provide the best flexibility which is a very important factor when multiple zones within the array are required Array Series products also incorporate extra hardware for rigging and stacking as a standard Applications e live Music e Dance Clubs e Theatre and corporate events e Houses of workship e Touring Main Characteristics e Built in proprietary hardware for simple fast and safe rigging e Enclosures made wi
20. ber of group right click on group ID assigning the same number to all boxes that will form this group You can switch on and off this feature by clicking Groups Active in the right inferior parto of the screen Once activated all the boxes in the same group will vary their parameters when varying anyone of the parameters of one of the boxes of the group Have in mind that the system will assign the same configuration that has the box located to the vary left of the boxes saving this configuration in the memory of the box Box Fader It wil attenuate enhancement the level of the box GRAPHIC EQUALIZER M Pcc Graphic Equalizer The graphical equalizer has the following technical characteristics per box 30 bands of 1 3 of octave from 20Hz to 16kHz Enhancement Attenuation of 15dB 15dB Function to keep and to load different equalizations Bypass The box ID information shows the identification number of the box MIXER GLOBAL FUNCTION PAGE SELECTOR LOAD SAVELABELS GROUPS ON OFF T NUMBER E Ce EX E dode ervice Made Passwor oad Labels Global Test p le User e Service alidate Group Test Sica Mute All Analyzer ave Labels Group Test 207224 GLOBAL MUTE EDIT MODE TEST GROUP GLOBAL EXIT ANALYZER ID NUMBER Page Number With PCC Technology software it is possible to make the control of up to 64 boxes In order to have an operatio
21. cond cabinet to the front link bar Adjust the angle by introducing the back link bar and remove both Tec P 312 units e Plug the front link bar e Repeat the last step for the rest of the cabinets 50 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Setup 2 Items required e HV 312 e 4Nx Pin Locks 2 for Bumper Procedure e Install the first cabinet on the bumper using the screws or pin locks included in the package e Connect the rest of the cabinets to the front link bar Adjust the angle by introducing the back link bar and remove both Tec P 312 units e Elevate the system until the next cabinet reaches the desire angle plug the back link bar e Remove the pin lock that holds the Tec P 312 unit and remove it e Repeat the last 2 step for the rest of the cabinets 51 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 6 Contact Exel Acoustics S A Poligono Industrial Monte Boyal C Encinar 282 45950 Casarrubios del Monte Toledo Spain sales tecnare com Phone 34 918 170 110 Fax 34 918 183 053 52 52
22. ctions e The serial numbers must always have four digits e No spaces between numbers not even at the end of the list is required Once selected the inventory file the software begins by defect in the Network screen en DSP CONTROLLER Network Par EG Crossover Response Credits 19 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual The serial numbers of the boxes listed in the inventory file will appear in the left column of the screen Open the communication port by clicking the next button Once opened it will appear a magnifying Pressing this icon the system will start a glass icon communication test Please check all the boxes connected to the computer are responding correctly by checking either the alternative numbers shown in the back part of each unit or the front red light flashes all the Devices are responding Click on OK All the devices responding At this point the following window will appear where you can find all the boxes connected to the network by series ntroller DSP CONTROLLER Online P Box ID onse Credits MIXER SCREEN By pressing F2 key you will open the mixer screen where you can find as many faders in yellow colour as boxes connected to the network Pec Network Control 5 He 88 333 EE ERE
23. d Pcc version Components 1x15 LF driver 1x1 4 HF driver on a rotary CD horn SW118M Frequency Response 35Hz 400Hz 4dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 98dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 128dB Continuous Power Handling 1000W nominal 2000W continuous Dimensions HxWxD 556x569x691mm Net weight 54kg selfpowered Pcc version Components 1x18 LF driver SW218V Frequency Response 38Hz 280Hz 4dB Impedance 4 Ohm Sensitivity 103dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 138dB Continuous Power Handling 2000W nominal 4000W continuous Dimensions HXWxD 1080x580x830mm Net weight 85Kg selfpowered Pcc version Components 2x18 LF driver 5 GENERAL SETUP INSTRUCTIONS 5 1 Passive Box 5 1 1 Speaker connection Array series are connected with Speakon NL4 plugs except the LA312 unit which is connected with Speakon NL8 Connectors are wired as follows SW118M SW218M Speakon LA122 Connector MiniArray oor aanzicht Achior The two socket speakon pins in the box are connected in parallel within the enclosure so either connector can be used to connect an amplifier or to link to an additional Array series or Tenare unit In an exceptional way AMS 12 and AMS 15 can also work in a full range mode by shortcutting the 1 and 2 pins and 1 and 1 pins of the NL4 input speakon connector 9 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Tecnare recommends a maximum length cable according
24. e Place the 12 FBV M15 and put the screws back 44 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 4 Array and AMS Flown Horizontally The following procedure is valid for the LA and AMS series Items required e HV 12 or 15 e 4Nx Pin Locks 2 for bumper Procedure e Select the box and configuration to be used AMS12 Back Stock AMS12 and AMS15 Front Flying LA122 Front Fliving amp Stock AMS12 Back Flying AMSIS LA122 Back Fliving amp Stock Back Flying id LA 208 Front Flying Stock AMS15 LA208 Back Stock Back Flying e Install 4 link bars to the Bumper using the screws or pin locks included in the package e Connect the first cabinet to the front link bar and then pull up the back of the unit until the desired angle is obtained e Repeat the last step for the rest of the cabinets e he secondary safety suspension must be independent of the primary suspension and must be able to carrying the total system weight 45 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 46 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Loc lt irg pins 4mm 47 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 5 Array AMS series Ground Stack Items required e HS 12 HS M15 HS 312 or HS 208 e 4Nx Pin Locks Procedure Maximum number of c
25. e Spectrum 2 Average 1 X Window None gt Smooth None gt Mode The audio analyzer allows the user to work on four different modes o Spectrum Analyzer o Transfer Function o Phase Response o Impulse Response Average Eight different time average can be selected 1 5 10 20 30 50 80 and 120 Windowing by Window Signal None Hamming Triangular Hanning and Blackman Smooth Is the frequency average None 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 24 Octave Input and Output Allows the user to choose the PC input and output device 35 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Input Micr fono Realtek High Definit Output Altavoces Realtek High Definit e Pink noise Enable the pink noise J Show Input Average i Micr fono Realtek High Definit Enable Pink Noise Y Show Reference Window Noe Output Pink Noise Level 0 dB Close Fade J Swap Inputs Smooth None Altavoces Realtek High Definit 11 generator Note that the Pink noise can only be enabled when the analyzer is turned Off TRANSFER FUNCTION It shows the systems transfer function Pink Noise meaning the difference between the signal Enable Pink Noise from the output of the DPA 28X to the Pink Noise Level dB microphone input signal 11 e Buttons o On Turn on and off the analyzer o Close Close the analyzer window o Fade It makes the window Mtn Y Show Reference Wi
26. estimated time required for first installation is about 1 minute f asked by the wizard restart the computer 3 Connect the unit to the PC using the provided USB cable ewITCHER 5 3 4 2 USING THE PCC CONTROLLER ADVANCED SERIES The Tecnare PCC Controller advanced series software application provides real time control and configuration editing for the DPA 28X using a laptop or other PC compatible computer In addition the application provides control over each individual input channel Graphic EQ delay and over each Gain Compressor main individual output channel Crossover 8 bands parametric EQ phase inverter mute and delay In addition the application provides powerful real time analyzer with pink noise generator capability Changes made in the PC software are immediately executed in the DPA 28X 31 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual To start the application click on the PCC Icon on your desktop It will appear a screen as is in the following image Open the Connect dropdown list and select On Line this will connect your unit to your PC The user interface is divided into 4 sections e Menu Bar e Network window e Input section e Output section MENU BAR File Connect interface Delay Units The following menus are available in the Menu Bar at the top of the screen FILE e Load Preset Click this option to Load an existing preset from your
27. f D o Mute r r r gt LIMITER 1 LIMITER 2 LIMITER 3 LIMITER 4 Tish dB Trsh dB Trsh dB Trsh dB Atck ms Atck Rel ms Rel BAND 3 BAND 4 Trsh L DUT 1 DUT 2 RA OUT 3 DUT 4 iL ES 3 LUE T UE BANDERI As commented in section 2 2 GLOBAL FUNCTIONS Of the MIXER to be able to modify the parameters of this window it is necessary to enter mode service introducing the user key This window consists of four filters crossover a compressor limiter and an adjustable delay in time or distance by band Technical Characteristics e Adjustable superior and inferior Cut off frequencies in all the rank of frequency by band The slope is of 24 dB octave in Linkwitz Riley way e Variable Control of adjustable gain from 24dB to 5dB with the fader of the mouse in the screen response e Limiter by band with threshold control time of attack and release The threshold can be modified entering the values manually or moving the faders at the right of the window The limiter has in Pcc Box Controller addition a phase reverse and mute facilities per band 0 Mute cc LI LIMITER 1 Trsh dB lon ro Atck Rel 01 ME 055 CO USED CR LO AEN pe a vb PCR 05511603 174 BAND 1 e Adjustable delay b
28. nal control these 64 boxes are in four pages of 12 channels each This parameter indicates the number of page 21 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Page selector Changes the showed page Load Save labels In order to make agile the process of identification of boxes it is possible to save the labels of all the channels later to be loaded in another session Groups on off It switches on off the global function group Global Mute It silences all the connected boxes to the network Analyzer with the activation of this button one will enter the analyzer window AUDIO ANALYZER Edit mode In User mode it is possible to make modifications in all the parameters of the box except in cut off frequency of the crossover filters and the delay of each band In Service mode the user is allowed to accede to the expert service an access key is due to introduce to select service and to press Validate Group Global Test it tests that the communication is working properly ID Number It visualizes the number of identification of the active box fader in red Exit Exit the software NETWORK SCREEN At the screen Network the different boxes are located in columns according to the series to which they belong The serial numbers that appear in the column Network the contained the inventory file being in green colour those that really are connected to the network and those that they remain in blue
29. ndow Blackman Output Pink Noise Level 0 dB a n a yz e r 5 O 0 9 t r a n S p a re n t Swap Inputs Smooth None Altavoces Realtek High Definit xi 5 so the user can see the DEMING PHASE RESPONSE It allows the user to analyze the phase response of an installation ee Close Fade SPECTRUM ANALYZER This feature allows the user to visualize the spectral components either of the m Micr fono Realtek High Definit Enable Pink Noise Output Pink Noise Level 0 dB input signal given by a microphone 2277 ES SS connected to the PC or the reference IMPULSE RESPONSE signal output it is also possible to This tool provide the spectrum impulse visualize both signal simultaneously response of a certain room 36 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Actual Delay 7 542 mSec Delay to Ref Channel gt 80 Input Pink Noise Micr fono Realtek High Definit Enable Pink Noise Output Pink Noise Level 0 dB Altavoces Realtek High Definit 11 NETWORK This button toggles the network window open and closed Refer to 2 3 for more information 5 L z 37 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual GRAPHIC EQUALIZER On Input Graphic Equalizer E 0 0 0000000000000000000000000 0 Q0 Click the ON button to turn the Graphic EQ on and off Click and drag on the
30. operating height e Ensure that the system is secure and prevented from pivoting around the motor hoist e NEVER use other item than Tecnare accessories e When flying outdoor systems ensure that the system is not exposed to excessive wind or snow loads and is protected from rainfall e When deploying Tecnare Systems always wear protective headwear footwear and eye protection e Ensure that all local and National regulations regarding the safety and operation of flying equipment are understood and adhered to Ground Stacking e Always employ safe lifting procedures and never attempt to build stacks without sufficient personnel and equipment e Never allow anyone to climb onto a ground stacked PA system e If the stage surface slopes ensure that the system is prevented from sliding forwards due to vibration e For outdoor systems ensure that the system is protected from wind forces which might cause the ground stack or become unstable e Apply the same attention to all safety matters when de stacking systems 40 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual Accessories are e HV 12 M15 e FBV 12 FBV M15 e CV 12 M15 e L G N O 00 e LP_12 M15 5 4 2 Single AMS12 AMS15 e 12 M15 5 4 2 1 Flown Vertically Items required e Flying bar for AMS12 or AMS15 FBV 12 or FBV M15 Procedure 41 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual e Remove the two up side screws from the box e Place the FBV 12
31. rols are continuously adjustable from 40dBu maximum limiting to 17dBu e Bypass Turn the module in bypass mode e Attack Ranges from 0 1 to 90ms e Release Ranges from 2x to 32x The user can also modify the equalization Frequency and level by clicking and LEVEL DELAY dragging the grey points on the screen e Level The output level can be the selected band will turn from red to adjusted from 60dB to 12dB unit orange gain is at the OdB position To copy the desire equalization to other e Delay Ranges from 0 to 10 ms output just click on Copy button go to the e Phase inverter desire output parametric EQ and click on e Mute the paste button 39 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 4 RIGGING 5 4 1 Safety Flown Systems e Installation and set up must be carried out by qualified personal e Inspect the all the rigging components for damage before assembly Do not use damaged parts Contact your supplier for replacements e Ensure that motor hoists hoist control systems and ancillary rigging components are currently certified as safe and that they pass a visual inspection prior to use e Ensure the work area is isolated from public access e Do not leave the system unattended during the installation process e Do not leave any object on top of the system It may fall when the system is flown and is likely to cause injury e Secondary safety steels must be installed once the system has been flown to the
32. s User s Manual 28 MCH4700 15 LA208 6x Mini amp rray Audio input 4 PC 2 Minibrray 2x 541118 ix 4700 ix DPA 284 Subs in made Lx SiW116M 1x SY v118M 3 4LA208 3x LA208 DPA 26 To PC L udio input R MCH 40 00 LA208 2 SWZ18V ex 4 700 ix MCH4000 ix DPA 28 2 2 2x SW21B8V 17 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 2 PCC ORIGINAL SERIES 9 2 1 Main Features Input graphic eq Input parametric eq 10 bands 4 band crossover Gain control Mute control Check test Buit in Analyzer impulse transfer rta etc Real time control Presets storage in the PC Grouping Acoustic center control between bands Compressor Limiter in each band Original Series O e 1 2L aC C 7777 Xt 34 ig rum T m TN e O o RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO HOT OPEM O s AG ENCORE Gi O tL 0 E Mpuskna np clip 5 POWER ox US E ie S CH A CHE OUTPUT Peas O vo o ON f d e D isplay Speakon Speakon AC Output h et w C Rm oar Ola EA SS f x
33. section The input level is adjusted by the fader control it provides signal and clipping indicators 33 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual INPUT COMPRESSOR Compressor Threshold E 4 I 1 m m The input compressor has four controls Attack Release Threshold and Ratio Click on the dropdown list to adjust each parameter Click the Bypass button to turn it off About Compression A compressor is used to reduce or limit transient peaks in a signal As the input level to the compressor increases the output level increases linearly until the threshold point is reached After that point the output level no longer increases linearly but increases at a reduced rate that is determined by the ratio setting e Threshold This control determines the level at which the compressor begins to act on the incoming signal It is calibrated in decibels with a range from 40 0 dBu to 17 dBu e Attack This determines how fast the compressor reacts once the threshold has been exceeded It is calibrated in milliseconds with a range from 1 ms to90 ms e Release This determines how fast the compressor turns off once the signal falls below the threshold It is calibrated in milliseconds with a range from 10 ms to 2500 ms 2 5 seconds e Ratio This determines the change in output level as a function of the change in input level once the threshold has been exceeded It is calibrated in decibels with a r
34. slider fader to adjust the equalization from 15dB to 15dB OUTPUT SECTION The user can manage the output section by clicking on Out A B and Out C D buttons Tecnare Pcc Controller 1 2 juse Status Connecte d USB Device Red Rocks Audio MiniProc USB VID 1781 USB PID 0f5b Serial Number 5854440478 Working Mode On Line This section contains the following modules e Crossover e Graphic EQ e limiter e Level e Delay e Phase inverter e Mute CROSSOVER This section contains two crossover filters per output Crossover Three different kinds of filters can be selected e Bessel e Butterworth L R The order of the filter can be selected by pulling down the Bypass dropdown list Second Order filter 12dB Octave and Fourth Order filter 24dB Octave are available Filter cut off Frequency ranges from 20 to 20 000Hz in 1Hz steps PARAMETRIC EQ Eight bands parametric EQ can be opened by clicking on the Equalizer Out X button a Tl Equalizer OUT A 3 Four different settings can be adjusted by the user per band e Type The user can select Hi Pass Low Pass or band filter 38 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual e Frequency Ranges from 20 to LIMITER 20 000Hz in 1Hz steps NEUE e Bandwidth Ranges from 0 1 to 2 I Octaves e Level Ranges from 25dB to 25dB 50 50 40 30 20 10 e Threshold The THRESHOLD A dg lg cont
35. t and cart combination should be moved with care 13 UNPLUG THIS APPARATUS DURING LIGHTNING STORMS OR WHEN UNUSED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME For added protection for this unit during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges 14 REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SERVICING IS REQUIRED WHEN THE APPARATUS HAS BEEN DAMAGED IN ANYWAY SUCH AS WHEN THE 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 FROPPED 15 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 16 APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS 6 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 3 ARRAY SERIES FEATURES The Tecnare Array Series is a fully integrated line of self powered DSP controlle loudspeakers that merge the singular advantages o array technology with the application of computer digital management benefits to professional audio reinforcements With this revolutionary technique the entire concept of an array box is completely replaced by the idea that each arr
36. th the latest techniques ensuring a perfect and rigid construction e Weatherized finish is provided as the cabinet is coated with rugged Durawound texture finish protected with specially treated grills e 16mm or 18mm birch plywood Finished in blck semimatt textured Durawood weatherized coating One recessed carrying handle e Powder coated perforated steel grid with acoustically transparent reticulated foam e Max SPL Up to 136dB Continuous e Nominal dispersion up to 909H x 80V 7 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 4 SYSTEM S FEATURES LA 208 Frequency Response 78Hz 18kHz 4dB Nominal Dispersion 859H x 109V 6dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 99dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 129dB Continuous Power Handling 480W nominal 900W continuous Dimensions HxWxD 610x458x262mm Net weight 28 6kg selfpowered Pcc version Components 2x8 LF driver 1x1 4 HF exit compression driver LA 122 Frequency Response 69Hz 18kHz 4dB Nominal Dispersion 85 H x 89V 6dB Impedance 8 Ohm Sensitivity 100dB 1w 1m Calculated max SPL 128dB Continuous Power Handling 600W nominal 1100W continuous Dimensions HxWxD 410x600x430mm Net weight 40kg selfpowered Pcc version Components 1x12 LF driver 2x15 HF driver on a proprietary waveguide device LA 312 Frequency Response 58Hz 19kHz 4dB 42Hz 19kHz 4dB 6 elements Nominal Dispersion 909H x 89V 6dB Impedance 4 Ohm low 8 Ohm mid
37. to the section cable used Section mm2 5 1 2 Amplifier selection Tecnare recommends amplifiers agreement with the table below Unit Conf 2xSW118M 1xMA2400 8xLA312 6xSW218M 8xMCH4700 8xLA122 4xSW118 4xMCH4700 12xLA122 8xSW118 4xMCH4700 12xMiniArray 4xSW118 2xMCH4700 5 1 3 Array Series and DPA 28X The DPA 28X is a complete 2 input 8 output digital loudspeaker management system designed for the touring or fixed sound installation markets The absolute latest in available technology is utilized with 64 bit floating point processors and high performance 24 bit Analogue Converters The high bit DSP prevents noise and distortion induced by truncation errors of the commonly used 24 bit fixed point devices A complete set of parameters include I O levels delay polarity 8 bands of parametric EQ per channel multiple crossover selections compressor Limiter USB and Ethernet port connection Precise frequency control is achieved with its 1 Hz resolution The DPA 28X can be controlled or configured in real time on the front panel using the previously stored presets or with the intuitive PC software via the USB or Ethernet interface The Ethernet port allows controlling the device from a long distance using just an Internet connection 5 1 3 1 FEATURES e 2 Input and 8 Outputs e 64 Bits floating point DSP e High performance 24 bit A D Converters e 1 Hz Frequency Resolution e Stor
38. ualified personnel These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operation instructions Repairs have to be performed by qualified service personnel 1 READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated 2 KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 HEED ALL WARNINGS All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS Al operating and use of instructions should be followed 5 DO NOT USE THIS APPARATUS NEAR WATER Do not use the product near water For example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 6 CLEAN ONLY WITH DRY CLOTH Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 DO NOT BLOCK ANY VENTILATION OPENINGS Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the limit and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or similar surface This product should never be placed ne
39. urve reset peak and show hide of the signals reference and input independently 26 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual PHASE RESPONSE imPULSE Audio Analyzer for Pcc Technology Setup Impulse Response Transfer Function Spectrum Analyzer fF egrees ji 0 L3 Oys yl CAPTURE HIDE The screen that is in the superior part allows to make the measurement of the phase response of a certain box the functions that are in this window are similar to the ones found in previous chapters POLAR DIAGRAM With this function it is possible to obtain the polar diagram of the box at different frequencies imPULSE Audio Analyzer for Pcc Technology Setup Impulse Response Transfer Function Spectrum Analyzer Phase Response Polar Plot 50 a al E O mm 27 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual 5 3 PCC ADVANCED SERIES PCC Advanced series allows control in real time the parameters of each speaker individually or grouped as we decide factors such as volume graphic equalisation parametric equalisation crossover box delay clock settings internal delays compressor limiters check test save and recall of presets mute transfer spectrum analysis real time analyzer spectrum control phase check 5 3 1 Main Features e Ethernet control e 10 built in presets without the use of the software e Unlimited presets storage in the PC
40. which is wanted to apply a parametric equalization is selected in red p Technical characteristics e 10 parametric Bands e Selector of frequency from 20Hz to 20kHz e Enhancement Attenuation of 15dB 15dB by band e Factor of quality Q Expressed in octaves from 0 1 to 1 octave e Silence Mute e Activation Deactivation of equalization Bypass e Generating of pink noise Way of operation The graph that appears contains two lines The red one corresponds to the activated band and the green line corresponds with the sum of the 10 bands of the equalizer global equalization Silent Startup Noise gt Mute Input Bypass The model and number of the box being equalizer appears in the right superior part of the window In order to equalize select the desired band by clicking the band selector The central frequency of the band can be entered in written to modify or also you can drag with the mouse in the graph the curve of red colour Like with the frequency the enhancement or wished attenuation can be written or can be modified in the graph with the mouse In order to select the bandwidth to work press with the right button of the mouse in window Q and select the desired Q 23 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual CROSSOVER Pcc Box Controller fos DSP CONITROLLE pao DSP CONTROLLER Network Par EQ Crossover Response Credits Mte
41. y band from 0 to 4ms to fit the acoustic centers of the different elements from the box BOLT 1 OUT 2 1 OUT 3 RESPONSE With this screen all the processing made in the box referring to graphical equalization can be visualized simultaneous way with parametric equalization and crossover 240 DSP CONTROLLER Network Par EQ Crossover MEsponse Credits 24 52 Array and AMS series User s Manual By clicking the buttons located in the inferior part of the screen it is possible to hide and show the different crossover bands as well as the different equalization made AUDIO ANALYZER The system introduces a powerful audio analyzer to which it is acceded by clicking the analyzing key of the audio mixer With this tool the sound engineer can make the following analyses impulse response transference function spectrum analyzer phase response and can even obtain the polar plot of the box This screen contains several folders in the superior part with the purpose of being able to visualize all the possible analyses in separated windows All these windows have a common zone of configuration of analysis located in the inferior part of the screen FFT WINDOW SIZE ANALISYS AVERAGE MODE START SMOOTH PRINT f d KIND OF ANALISYS AVERAGE WINDOW SETUP SCREEN imPULSE Audio Analyzer for Pec Technology io
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