ACTPRO-HD INSTRUCTION MANUAL - B
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1. 00000 06 MAIN OUTPUT Checklist l Make certain loudspeakers are Powered OFF and Levels Connect the HP Output of Right Subwoofer to the Input of turned dowi Right Main Speaker 1 Connect the Mixer s Main Left Output to the Left Input of the Left Connect the HP Output of Right Subwoofer2 to the Input of subwoofer 1 Right Main Speaker 2 Connect the Output L of Left Subwoofer1 to the L Input of Left Set the Low Cut switch on the Main Speakers to OFF subwoofer 2 e Set subwoofer BBE to ON Connect the HP Output L of Left Subwoofer1 to the Input of Left Set Main Speaker BBE to OFF Main Speaker 1 Power ON Mixer then Power ON Subwoofers then Power ON Connect the HP Output of Left Subwoofer2 to the Input of Left alle pean Main Speaker 2 Bring the Mixer s volume up to normal operating level Adjust the Level controls on the ACTPRO HD series loudspeakers Connect the Mixer s Right Output to the R Input of the Right pu S Do not adjust the Level so high that the Red LIMIT LED is constantly lit subwoofer 1 Connect the Output R of right Subwoofer1 to the R Input of Right subwoofer 2 52 ACTPRO HD SPECS Transducers Low Frequency High Frequency Frequency Response 52Hz 18kHz 46 Hz 100 Hz High Frequency Dispersion 90 x 40 Maximum peak SPL 1 134dB Inout Impedance 20k Ohm Balanced 10k Ohm Unbalanced Low Cut File2. Limit Signal Level knob Polarity switch Ground lift switch Power switch AC fuse 115 230V switch Front LED switch BBE ON OFF HF Process LF Contour Power Protect Limit Signal Cooling Convection Convection Convection Convection Short circuit Clip limiter Overheat mute Amplifier Protection 14 SOA output stage Driver DC protection Subsonic filter Turn on mute and soft ramp Short circuit Clip limiter Overheat mute SOA output stage Driver DC protection Subsonic filter Turn on mute and soft ramp Turn on inrush current limiting Turn on inrush current limiting Turn on inrush current limiting Turn on inrush current limiting Short circuit Clip limiter Overheat mute SOA output stage Driver DC protection Subsonic filter Turn on mute and soft ramp Short circuit Clip limiter Overheat mute SOA output stage Driver DC protection Subsonic filter Turn on mute and soft ramp Specifications B 52 ACTPRO HD Power Consumption 115V Vac 1 8 power pink noise ACTPRO 1515 HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD Balanced female XLR L amp R inputs Balanced male XLR L amp R link outputs Male XLR L amp R High pass outputs Balanced female XLR input Connectors Balanced male XLR link output ACTPRO 212S HD Balanced female XLR L amp R inputs Balanced male XLR L amp R link outputs Male XLR L amp R High pass outputs Balanced female XLR L amp R inputs Balanced male XLR L amp R
3. and ratipg fuse Disconnect supply cord before changing fuse AC SELECT Listed ETL Certification applies _ to Amplifier Module Only ETL Certification applies i k CONFORMS TO WARNING To rece or shoo Module Quy e ANSI UL STD 60065 not expos is equipme pono E edd m AVERTISEEMENT Po Intertek CERTIFIED TO CANSA z L2 een dd x 3098826 Exp PRODUCTION DATE PRODUCTION DATE r 00 000000 e 11000000 Aa 000000 LED POWER INDICATOR The green LED POWER indicator located on the back of the amplifier will illuminate when the AC Power switch is in the ON position The LED POWER indicator will dim and turn off when the AC Power switch is in the OFF position or AC mains power has been disconnected from the loudspeaker If the POWER indicator does not illuminate when the loudspeaker is powered on verify the AC mains line cord is properly connected to the loudspeaker and inserted into the AC outlet Verify the AC outlet at the venue of operation is functioning properly In the event of the AC mains outlet functioning properly but the loudspeaker fails to operate the loudspeaker may require servicing Please contact support B 52pro com for service instructions PROTECT LED INDICATOR If the power module overheats the amplifier will go into protection mode to limit further temperature rise The ampl
4. other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel 20 VENTILATION Slots and openings in the amplifier are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product 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 other similar surface This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack 21 ATTACHMENTS do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards 22 ACCESSORIES Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product 3 23 LIGHTNING For added protection during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 24 REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required besure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 25 SAFETY CHECK
5. to push input signal more but it is a good practice to have red LIMIT LEDs blink occasionally and not constantly A constant LIMIT LED light indicates a gross overloading condition and should be avoided Reduce t he signal level if the LIMIT LED lights or blinks constantly NOTE that LEVEL Control has a range of 30dB It does not attenuate output signal to zero LEVEL control on the loudspeakers is used to set optimal maximum level for performance not for constant control of sound volume Your mixer s master volume control should be used for this purpose NOTE that LEVEL control provides about 12dB attenuation in middle position You will find that in most cases the best sound lowest distortions and lowest noise will be achieved when LEVEL control is set somewhere between middle and full clockwise position LOW CUT SWITCH ACTPRO 1515 HD Found beneath the LEVEL control this small slider switch engages or disengages the 100Hz 18db Octave Low Cut filter Switch the filter OFF when not using subwoofers or other low frequency enclosures Switch the filter ON when you are connecting subwoofers or low frequency systems and run full range audio signal to ACTPRO 1515 HD This will enable your subwoofer equipped system to operate properly and allow the ACTPRO 1515HD loudspeakers to provide improved clarity in the mid and high range frequencies DO NOT engage the LOW CUT switch on ACTPRO 1515 HD loudspeakers when connected to Hi Pass outputs of A
6. trademarks mentioned herein are recognized as the property of their respective holders Amplifier module made in China Speaker cabinet assembled in USA c d
7. B 52 MADE iN U S A MEE ACTPRO 1515 HD WITH BUILT IN SONIC MAXIMIZER ACTPRO 1212S HD POWERED m MADE In US LOUDSPEAKER ak WITH BUILT IN SONIC MAXIMIZER ACTPRO 18S HD rece BBE WITH BUILT IN SONIC MAXIMIZER ACTPRO 18F HD POWERED E SUBWOOFER WITH BUILT IN SONIC MAXIMIZER Contents Important Safety information eese 3 clc 5 ACTPRO HD Model Descriptions 6 ACTPRO HD Rear Panel Controls amp Operation 7 10 Set up DiagramS 11 13 voe tcc 14 15 Cables and Connectors ees 15 A 16 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE B 52 ACTPRO HD SERIES HIGH POWERED LOUDSPEAKER WITH BUILT IN BBE SONIC MAXIMIZER Please review all the information provided in this manual to ensure that you attain the best possible sound quality from your system B 52 ACTPRO HD powered loudspeakers provide outstanding clarity and sound power for a variety of applications ACTPRO HD loudspeakers are the perfect choice for any portable PA application requiring reliable sound power for live performance presentation or playback for bands DJ s presenters schools and Houses of Worship ACTPRO 1515 HD is a full range powered loudspeaker that may be used as a Stand alone main speaker or can be combined with the AC
8. CTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD subwoofer The Input signal for your full range loudspeaker has already been processed by subwoofer circuitry FULL RANGE OUTPUT CONNECTIONS ACTPRO 1515 HD has one XLR output connector marked OUTPUT The output connector is wired in parallel with the input allowing connection of multiple enclosures in a daisy chain fashion The ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD has two sets of output connectors one set left and right for full range outputs wired in parallel with inputs and one set left and right for hi pass outputs with BBE processing ACTPRO 1515 HD Insert the XLR connector into the jack marked OUTPUT Connect the other end of the cable to the input of the next down stream audio device such as another ACTPRO HD loudspeaker Subwoofer OUTPUT Full range Use the outputs marked OUTPUT Full range Left and or Right when you are connecting to other ae and or to other powered loudspeakers that enable fullrange audio or if they feature their own low frequency filtering HP Hi pass OUTPUTS Use the outputs marked High pass outs Left and or Right when you are connecting other ACTPRO HD Series and or other powered loudspeakers that DO NOT feature low frequency filtering or when the low frequency roll off is desired NOTE BBE processing is present at this output NOTE Make sure to power OFF any ACTPRO HD Series and or other powered loudspeakers connected to the Hi pass OUTPUT before
9. EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SYSTEM Built in BBE Sonic Maximizer Stereo in subwoofer models allowing BBE processing on your entire speaker system High efficiency Class low frequency amplification with custom signal processing Built in compressor limiter Subsonic filter 12dB octave Full thermal amp short circuit protection Ground lift switch Large heatsink with ultra silent convection cooling Oversized toroidal transformer LEDs for Power Protect Limit and Signal Front logo illuminated with defeatable blue LED e 115V 230V 60Hz 50Hz selector switch ACTPRO 1515 HD Bi amp design with discrete output stages for both the woofer and compression driver Proprietary 4th order electronic X over and multi stage custom equalization 100Hz 18dB octave low cut switch on Full Range models ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD Third order electronic crossover between subwoofer and HP Left and Right Outputs Polarity switch ACTPRO 18S HD Subwoofer Balanced XLR inputs Left and Right Left and Right Balanced XLR full range outputs Left and Right balanced XLR hi pass outputs with BBE Sonic Maximizer Processing COMPONENTS Compression Driver 1 exit Celestion Compression Driver with PETP film diaphragm Horns 90 x 40 constant directivity horn ACTPRO 1515 HD LF Transducers Vented magnet assembl
10. PRO 18F HD The ACTPRO 18F HD was designed to operate sitting on the floor or on the stage A pole cup on the top of the enclosure accepts 1 3 8 loudspeaker mounting poles For best quality sound detach the supplied casters while the subwoofer is being played Do not pole mount or stack more than one full range speaker on top of the ACTPRO 18F HD ACTPRO HD Rear Controls amp Operation ACTPRO 1515 HD 2125 HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD POLARITY Biss LF CONTOUR O 0000 li j f FRONT LED ON r7 E OFF ES GROUND i INPUTS POWER CAUTION HEATSINK CAN GET HOT DO NOT TOUCH e At AETPHI I515 HU 2 WAY I200 WATT POWERED LOUDSPEAKER BI AMP DESIGN BBE SONIC MAXIMIZER INTEGRATED SIGNAL PROCESSING CAUTION HEATSINK CAN GET HOT DO NOT TOUCH IOOO WATT POWERED SUBWOOFER BBE SONIC MAXIMIZER INTEGRATED SIGNAL PROCESSING BUILT IN STEREO CROSSOVER 115V 60Hz 230V 50Hz 1 5A FUSE 115V T6 3AL 250V 230V T3 15AL 250V CAUTION Repkice only with samo type and rating fuse Disconnect supply cord se 15V 60Hz 3A B 5 2 230V 50Hz 1 5A a FUSE PROFESSION CAUTION Replace only with same al us type
11. PUT connector Connect the right channel of your mixer by inserting the XLR connector into the right channel s R INPUT connector on the amplifier When a single input signal is used for mono operation make certain the input and output connections correspond to the same channel L or R When two input signals are supplied to the amplifier the subwoofer s gain is automatically increased by 6dB POLARITY SWITCH ACTPRO Subwoofers The ACTPRO subwoofers have a POLARITY switch When the POLARITY switch is set to NORM the polarity is such that a positive input will cause the cone to push outward When set to REV the input signal s polarity is reversed and a positive input will cause the loudspeaker s cone to pull inward When all of the loudspeakers in a system are operating with the same polarity a positive polarity signal causes the excursion the forward motion of all loudspeaker cones In turn this sets up a positive reinforcement of the sound wave each loudspeaker reinforces the output of the other loudspeakers This effect refers to the speakers being in phase The effect of proper phasing is most noticeable in low bass frequencies If a loudspeaker s phase is incorrect its cone moves inward while the properly phased loudspeaker s cones move outward The inward movement of the improperly phased loudspeaker will effectively cancel the bass response of a similarly sized driver in the system This results in a reduction
12. R The BBE Sonic Maximizer circuitry takes already great sounding systems to the next level Adds punch and depth that can be both heard and felt Improves the clarity and intelligibility of vocals musical instruments and adds overall depth to the audio program Controls for LF low frequency Contour and HF high frequency Process to adjust the exact amount of BBE processing added to your mix Red illiminated ON OFF switch to activate BBE processing ACTPRO HD Model Descriptions ACTPRO 1515 HD The ACTPRO 1515 HD was designed to operate sitting on the floor stage or on top of subwoofer enclosure Do not attempt to pole mount this loudspeaker atop a subwoofer cabinet ACTPRO 18S HD The ACTPRO 18S HD was designed to operate sitting on the floor or on the stage A pole cup on the top of the enclosure accepts 1 3 8 loudspeaker mounting poles For best quality sound detach the supplied casters while the subwoofer is being played Do not pole mount or stack more than one full range speaker on top of the any B 52 active subwoofer ACTPRO 1212S HD The ACTPRO 1212S HD is an ultra compact dual 12 band pass subwoofer designed to operate sitting on the floor or on the stage A pole cup on the top of the enclosure accepts 1 3 8 loudspeaker mounting poles Do not pole mount or stack more than one full range speaker on top of the any B 52 active subwoofer 100 B 52 MADE IN U S ACT
13. TPRO 18SHD or ACTPRO 18F HD subwoofer to form a larger systems All ACTPRO HD Series loudspeakers feature simple rear panel controls with line level outputs for linking multiple speakers Please see the set up diagrams at the end of this manual for examples of possible system configurations ACTPRO HD series powered loudspeakers were designed using advanced acoustic and sound processing techniques with premium components comprehensive protection circuitry and robust construction to provide years of consistent reliable performance Key features include High efficiency Class G low frequency amplification with a high current output stage Bi Amp power module ACTPRO 1515 HD with custom signal processing clip limier thermal and short circuit protection optimized acoustic designs using PETP low mass synthetic material film compression driver diaphragms heat vented low frequency drivers and sturdy birch plywood Important Safety Instructions Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the duration of owning the B 52 ACTPRO HD powered loudspeaker Please carefully read and understand the instructions inside this owner s manual before attempting to operate your new powered loudspeaker This instruction manual includes essential safety information regarding the use and maintenance of the amplifier Take special care to heed all warning symbols and signs inside this manual and those printed on the amplifier on th
14. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition 26 FUSES Always use the correct rating and type of fuse as indicated on the rear panel of the amplifier Note the proper rating fuse is determined by the AC line voltage in the country this speaker system is being operated COMPLETELY DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM AMPLIFIER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE FUSE 27 AC SELECT SWITCH This switch must be set to match the AC line voltage in the country this speaker system is being operated To change the setting loosen do not remove the two screws left and right the slide switch Temporarily move the protective cover strip and slide the actuator to match the voltage in your country Place the protective cover strip back over the switch and tighten the two screws COMPLETELY DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM AMPLIFIER BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE AC VOLTAGE SETTINGS 28 B 52 ACTPRO HD SERIES POWERED LOUDSPEAKERS ARE NOT DESIGNED FOR TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT SUSPENSION ANY ATTEMPT TO SUSPEND AN B 52 SERIES CABINET COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH To prevent electric shock do not use a polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS HEARING DAMAGE AND PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE SPLs B 52 ACTPRO HD Serie
15. amages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from State to State See provided Limited Warranty card for additional terms and conditions RETURN PROCEDURES In the unlikely event that a defect should occur follow the procedure outlined below Defective products must be shipped together with a proof of purchase freight prepaid and insured to the Authorized B 52 Dealer from whom you purchased the product or directly E T I Sound Systems Inc If a product must be returned directly to E T I Sound Systems Inc for warranty replacement repair a Return Authorization Number RAN must be obtained from our Customer Service Department prior to shipping the product You may obtain RAN by calling 800 344 4 NEVER RETURN THE ENTIRE CABINET JUST THE DEFECTIVE COMPONENT See provided Limited Warranty card for additional terms and conditions FOR YOUR PROTECTION Please complete and mail the Purchase Information Card within 10 ten days of the date of purchase so that we may contact you directly in the event a safety notification is issued in accordance with the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act In addition we ask that you complete the brief questionnaire so me may analyze your answers and in this way help us evaluate our customer needs See provided Limited Warranty card for additional terms and conditions All trademarks and registered
16. an cause corrosion of electrical contacts The speaker system should not be used near water for example a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 7 CARTS AND STANDS The speaker system should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer A speaker and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the speaker and cart combination to overturn 8 WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product should never be mounted to a wall or ceiling 9 HEAT The amplifier on the back of the ACTPRO HD loudspeaker should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators direct sun light heat registers stoves or other sources including amplifiers that produce heat 10 POWER SOURCES This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company 11 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarization or grounding type plug The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 3rd pin grounding prong 12 POWER CORD PROTECTION Power supply cords should be routed so t
17. ate 2 two years after the original sales date If this product is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above See provided Limited Warranty Card for additional terms and conditions B 52 CABINETS Sound Systems Inc offers a LIFETIME warranty to the original purchaser that B 52 cabinet s construction will be free from defects in material and workmanship A dated sales receipt will establish coverage under this warranty The warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by neglect abuse normal wear amp tear and cosmetic appearance of the cabinetry not directly attributed to defects in material or workmanship or service amp repair modifications to the cabinet which has not be authorized or approved by Sound Systems Inc If this product is defective in materials or workmanship as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above See provided Limited Warranty card for additional terms and conditions INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE In no event E T l Sound Systems Inc be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use of any B 52 product even if E T l Sound Systems Inc or a B 52 dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or any other claim by any other party Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential d
18. e back of the loudspeaker WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THE AMPLIFIER TO WATER MOISTURE NOR SHOULD YOU OPERATE THE AMPLIFIER NEAR ANY WATER SOURCE The exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the user manual accompanying the Amplifier The lightning flash with an arrow triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of non insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure and may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock WARNING Handle the power supply cord with care Do not damage or deform it as it may cause electric shock or malfunction when used Hold the plug attachment when removing from wall outlet Do not pull on the power cord IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated 2 RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the amplifier and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed 5 DO NOT turn on the ACTPRO HD amplifier module before connecting all other external devices 6 WATER AND MOISTURE Moisture can damage the ACTPRO HD amplifier module and c
19. ed 4 mixer output to ACTPRO HD speaker Unbalanced 1 4 mixer output to ACTPRO HD speaker Unbalanced RCA mixer output to ACTPRO HD speaker 15 Warranty So we may serve you better please register on line at www B 52Pro com Thank you for choosing this B 52 Pro Audio sound product B 52 manufactures some of the world s best sounding and most reliable professional speaker systems and components Sound Systems Inc manufacturers of B 52 takes great pride in thoroughly testing each B 52 product prior to shipment Please read the warranty terms and conditions below and carefully read the provided Limited Warranty Card for additional terms and conditions LOUDSPEAKER COMPONENTS LF AND HF E T l Sound Systems Inc warrants the original purchaser that the B 52 loudspeakers will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 TWO YEARS from the original purchase date A dated sales receipt will establish coverage under this warranty This warranty will automatically terminate 2 two years after the original sales date See provided Limited Warranty Card for additional terms and conditions B 52 AMPLIFIER Sound Systems Inc warrants the original purchaser that the B 52 amplifier will be free from defects material and workmanship for a period of 2 TWO YEARS from the original purchase date A dated sales receipt will establish coverage under this warranty This warranty will automatically termin
20. educe the signal level so that LIMIT LED only flashes occasionally SIGNAL LED INDICATOR The green SIGNAL indicator alerts the operator to the presence of an input signal at the loudspeaker amplifier e If there is no indication check the gain settings on the amplifier and increase the gain if necessary Check input connections and audio source for signal If no output persists try a different signal cable from your mixer to the ACTPRO HD Series loudspeaker e If the green SIGNAL LED remains illuminated without a source connected the amp may need servicing LEVEL CONTROL Turn the LEVEL control clockwise to increase gain and counter clockwise to decrease gain When operating with the GAIN set at 1 3 volume or below it may be possible to exceed the headroom of input circuitry on your loudspeaker If this is the case reduce the input signal strength and increase the gain of the loudspeaker amplifier Always observe the red LIMIT LED on the amplifier panel This LED lights when a signal is clipping and the compressor limiter is activated All ACTPRO HD Series amplifiers employ a sophisticated limiter circuitry whichmonitors signal condition at both LF and HF amplifiers LF only on ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD and compresses the output signal when necessary to protect woofer and compression driver from damages Limiter circuitry works very unobtrusively you may not even notice when it activates It may prompt you
21. essing added to your mix ACTPRO 1515 HD The BBE circuit adjusts Low Frequency range of the speaker via the LF Contour control and High Frequency range of the speaker via the HF Process control ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD and ACTPRO 18F The BBE circuitry on ACTPRO HD subwoofers allows you to process both the subwoofer itself and the active full range speakers connect connected to it using the high pass XLR outputs provided on the subwoofer amplifier The LF Contour control adjusts the low frequency processing of both the subwoofer and connected full range speaker while the HF Process control adjust the high frequency processing being fed to the fullrange speaker connected to it How it works Phase and amplitude integrity is essential to accurate sound reproduction These relationships define a sound s sound When these complex relationships pass through a speaker the proper order is lost The higher frequencies are delayed A lower frequency may reach the listener s ear first or perhaps simultaneously with that of a higher frequency The listener perceives this loss of sound integrity in the reproduced sound as muddy and smeared BBE Sound Inc conducted extensive studies of numerous speaker systems over a ten year period With this knowledge it became possible to identify the characteristics of an ideal speaker and to distill the corrections necessary to return the fundamental and harmonic frequency struc
22. hat they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to the cord in correspondence of plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the amplifier 13 CLEANING The speaker and amplifier should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer Clean by wiping with a dry cloth Avoid getting water inside the speaker or amplifier 14 NON USE PERIODS The power cord of the amplifier should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time 15 OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings 16 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE The amplifier should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the amplifier or C The amplifier has been exposed to rain or D The amplifier does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The amplifier has been dropped or the enclosure damaged 17 Keep the speaker system out of extended or intense direct sun light 18 No containers filled with any type of liquid should be placed on or near the speaker system 19 SERVICING The user should not attempt any service to the speaker and or amplifier beyond that described in the operating instructions All
23. ies for advanced cooling High temperature copper voice coil wound on polyamide former for increased reliability Celestion SP 1500 ACTPRO 1515 HD Proprietary B 52 18 190S 4 cast frame subwoofer ACTPRO 18S HD Proprietary Celesion 18 cast frame subwoofer ACTPRO 18F HD Proprietary Eminence 12 cast frame subwoofers ACTPRO 1212S HD PETP FILM DIAPHRAGM COMPRESSION DRIVER ACTPRO 1515 HD Optimized acoustic and magnetic design achieves outstanding clarity and reliability Aone piece PETP film diaphragm and surround optimizes energy transfer for greater efficiency Patented clamping system yields low distortion performance while improving the mid band response Polyimide insulated copper clad aluminium voice coil is edgewound on a glass fiber former producing lower distortion and superior power to weight ratio A matched wave front phase corrector produces a coherent sound wave at the horn throat yielding detailed and dynamic mid and high frequency response CABINET FEATURES e Made in U S A 5 8 birch plywood construction ACTPRO 1515 HD e 3 4 birch plywood construction ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD Reinforced internal bracings Environmentally friendly Warnex scratch resistant black paint finish 16 gauge wrap around steel grilles Metal handles and rubber feet e 1 3 8 Metal pole mounting cup on ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD BBE SONIC MAXIMIZE
24. ifier will take about 30 seconds to several minutes for the temperature to drop and resume operation When this occurs the exposed heat sink will feel hot to the touch Overheating is usually caused by excessive ambient temperature direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time during operation or playing the loudspeaker past its operational limits If thermal overheating occurs reduce signal level to avoid constant illumination of the LIMIT LED INDICATOR In some circumstances for example when ambient temperature is too high you may need to set a fan behind the speaker to improve ventilation at heatsink LIMIT LED INDICATOR The red LIMIT indicator alerts the user that the amplifier output signal is clipping and therefore is being compressed by the built in clip limiter Momentary Bright Red Flashes Indicates that the amplifier is clipping briefly causing overdrive distortion and the internal limiter is reducing gain ACTPRO HD amplifiers employ a sophisticated compressor limiter circuitry which is nearly inaudible at moderate overdrive conditions It is normal to see the occasional flashing of the red LIMIT LED Continuous Bright Red Light Indicates continuous and gross overloading of the amplifier Such overloads are audible and may lead to overheating of the amplifier and shortening the life of the speaker components If the amplifier is grossly overloaded and the red LIMIT LED is on the most of the time the operator should r
25. link outputs Male XLR L amp R High pass outputs Input Sensitivity 3 775mV OdBu 775mV OdBu 775mV OdBu 775mV OdBu Black Warnex painted birch Black Warnex painted birch Black Warnex painted birch Black Warnex painted birch plywood plywood plywood plywood Enclosure Metal handles Rubber feet 1 3 8 Pole mounting cup 3 Detachable casters Metal handles Rubber feet 1 3 8 Pole mounting cup 3 Detachable casters Metal handles Hardware Rubber feet Metal handles Rubber feet 1 3 8 Pole mounting cup 3 Detachable casters Powder coated 16 gauge steel Powder coated 16 gauge steel Powder coated 16 gauge steel Powder coated 16 gauge steel 46 x 19 5 W x18 D 1168mm x 495mm x 457mm 26 5 H x 23 5 W x 23 5 D 673mm x 597mm x 597mm 36 5 H x 24 W x 32 5 D Dimensions Weight 927mm x 607mm x 826mm 90 Ibs 40 8 kg 95 Ibs 43 1 kg 155 Ibs 70 3 kg 98 Ibs 44 5 kg 29 5 H x 14 W x 26 5 D 749mm x 357mm x 673mm Cables and Connectors XLR F to XLR M balanced cable CE TRS balanced 4 phone jack to XLR M co lt 4 TS unbalanced phone jack to XLR M I Dd fT XLR M to RCA phono cable E 1 shield 2 3 1 shield Ring 2 Sleeve 3 Tip 1 shield 2 Sleeve 3 Center 1 2 Shield 3 Balanced XLR mixer output to ACTPRO HD speaker Balanc
26. nput of the Main Speakers Right subwoofer Bring the Mixer s volume up to normal operating level Connect the Left ACTPRO Subwoofer High Pass Output L to the Adjust the Level controls on the ACTPRO HD series Input of the Left Main Speaker loudspeakers Connect the Right ACTPRO Subwoofer HD High Pass Output R Do not adjust the Level so high that the Red LIMIT LED is to the Input of the Right Main Speaker constantly lit 11 LOW CUT 7100H Linking Multiple ACTPRO 1515HD Speakers LOW CUT 100Hz ON OFF OUTPUT o 2 B OFF OUTPUT MAIN OUTPUT Checklist Also known as Daisy Chaining linking multiple speakers will Power ON Mixer then Power ON speakers send the exact same input signal from one speaker to the next Bring the Mixer s volume up to normal operating level e Make certain loudspeakers are Powered OFF and Levels Adjust the Level controls on the loudspeakers Do not adjust the turned down Level so high that the Red LIMIT LED is constantly lit Connect the Mixer s Main Left Output to the Input of Speaker 2 Connect the Output of Speaker 2 to the input of Speaker 1 Connect the Mixer s Main Right Output to the Input of Speaker 3 Connect the Output of Speaker 3 to the input of Speaker 4 Turn down the Mixer s volume e Set Main Speaker BBE to ON if desired Linking Multiple ACTPRO HD Subwoofers and Main Speakers
27. of the bass output It is important to maintain correct phasing in a loudspeaker system in order to operate at maximum performance Incorrect polarity can be caused by incorrectly wired cables interconnecting cables and mixer functions set incorrectly Phasing is also influenced by the mutual positioning and orientation of the loudspeakers in a system It is possible to have proper polarization of all cables and equipment and still achieve better bass response by having the subwoofer set to reverse polarity or having several subwoofers set at different polarities Bass response also will change with the listener s position in the room During testing monitor the bass response from several different locations in the venue How to Use the POLARITY Switch Start with all subwoofers in the system with POLARITY switches in the NORM position This is the same for systems with one subwoofer as well Next with your system playing at or near its expected operating level change the polarity of each subwoofer one at a time Walk around the venue and evaluate the overall bass response and select the phase setting that produces the best overall bass response 10 GROUND LIFT SWITCH All ACTPRO HD Series amplifier modules are equipped with a GROUND LIFT switch Powered loudspeakers are often fed by long run signal cables connected to power outlets different than the audio source s This may create an audible hum or buzz due to ground loops or othe
28. r connection problems The GROUND LIFT switch will help you to avoid these issues It is a good idea to keep the GROUND LIFT switch in EARTH position unless you have hum or buzz coming from your speakers If you do hear hum or buzz toggle switch into LIFT position WARNING NEVER BREAK EARTH CONNECTION IN YOUR AC PLUG IT MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE AMPLIFIER AND MAY CAUSE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK TO YOU AND OTHERS Power swrrcH Push in the top of the power switch to apply AC power to the powered loudspeaker s amplifier Push in the bottom of the power switch to turn the loudspeaker amplifier off When turned on the blue POWER indicator LED on the front grille will illuminate along with the POWER and PROTECT LED on the amplifier After a few seconds the yellow PROTECT LED indicator will dim and turn off NOTE that System Power Sequencing prevents unexpected sounds from your system pops clicks thumps make sure to power ON your ACTPRO HD series loudspeakers in the proper order Improper sequencing while powering ON your equipment can damage the loudspeakers Power the loudspeaker system ON and OFF in the proper order to avoid unexpected sounds and damage to your loudspeakers Power On Sequence Turn ON all source devices CD players mixers turn ON the ACTPRO 18S HD subwoofer then turn ON all ACTPRO HD Full range loudspeakers Power OFF Sequence Turn OFF all ACTPRO HD Full range loudspeakers and then ACTPRO HD s
29. r switchable 3rd order Butterworth 100Hz Indicators Specifications ACTPRO 1515 HD Dual 15 2 way full range powered loudspeaker SP 1500 15 speaker with 2 5 voice coil COMP 4 CLB PETP film compression driver with 1 75 voice coil Level knob Low cut filter switch Ground lift switch Power switch AC fuse 115 230V switch Front LED switch BBE ON OFF BBE HF Process LF Contour Power Protect Limit Signal ACTPRO 18S HD 18 front loaded powered subwoofer B 52 18 190S 4 18 cast framed Celestion 18 cast framed subwoofer with 3 voice coil subwoofer with 3 voice coil ACPRO 18F HD 18 folded horn powered subwoofer ACPRO 212S HD Dual 12 band pass powered subwoofer Eminence 12 cast framed subwoofer with 3 voice coil LF Magnet Weight LF Magnet Structure Weight 17 Ibs 17 Ibs 10 Ibs Frequency Range 42Hz 20kHz 35 Hz 140 Hz 35 Hz 140 Hz 35 Hz 140 Hz N A 20k Ohm Balanced 10k Ohm Unbalanced Level knob Polarity switch Ground lift switch Power switch AC fuse 115 230V switch Front LED switch BBE ON OFF BBE HF Process LF Contour Power Protect Limit Signal 133dB 46 Hz 100 Hz 46 Hz 100 Hz 136dB 135dB 10k Ohm Unbalanced 10k Ohm Unbalanced N A Level knob Polarity switch Ground lift switch Power switch AC fuse 115 230V switch Front LED switch BBE ON OFF HF Process LF Contour Power Protect
30. s powered loudspeakers are capable of producing extremely loud volume levels that can cause permanent hearing damage to performers production crews or the audience Hearing protection is recommended during long term exposure to high SPLs sound pressure levels Remember if it hurts it is definitely too loud Long term exposure to high SPLs first causes temporary threshold shifts limiting your ability to hear the actual loudness and exercise good judgment Repeated long term exposure to high SPLs will cause permanent hearing loss Please note the recommended exposure limits in the accompanying table More information about these limits is available on the US government Occupational Safety and Health OSHA website at www osha gov Permissible Noise Exposures 1 Sound level dBA slow response 90 92 95 97 Duration per day hours 0 5 0 25 or less AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PA S OUVRI R CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 1 CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove chassis No userserviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel AVERTISEEMENT Pour r duire les risques d incendie et d lectrocution ne pas exposer ce mat rial la pluie ou l humidit THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE
31. tures to their correct order Tips for using A single function button switches the BBE process on or off which is useful for comparing the processed sound to the unprocessed sound The switch illuminates red when the BBE process is on The LF Contour control is for adjusting the level of phase corrected low frequencies in the program material The HF Process control adjusts the level of phase corrected high frequencies in the program material On the ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD and ACTPRO 18F HD the HF Process only affects powered speakers connected to the High Pass XLR Outputs included in the BBE section of ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD ACTPRO 18F HD amplifier while the LF Contour affects both the powered full range speakers and the subwoofer itself Set up Diagrams ACTPRO 1515 HD Main Speakers with Two ACTPRO HD Subwoofers OUTPUT O OUTPUT GROUND LIFT EARTH GROUND LIFT HI PASS OUTS HI PASS OUTS EEIE E E E EE E EH EE MAIN OUTPUTS p See See Checklist Make certain loudspeakers are Powered OFF and Levels Set the Low Cut switch on the Main Speakers to OFF turned down e Set Subwoofer BBE to ON Connect the Mixer s Main Left Output to the Left Input of the Set Main Speaker BBE to OFF Left subwoofer Power ON Mixer then Power ON subwoofers then Connect the Mixer s Main Right Output to the Right I
32. turning off the subwoofer power This will prevent any unwanted transients thuds lowpops from coming out of the connected loudspeakers NOTE When you connect the ACTPRO 1515 HD Series Full range active loudspeaker to Hi pass outputs of the ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S F HD subwoofer DO NOT engage the LOW CUT switch on Full range loudspeaker The input signal has already been processed by ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S F HD circuitry Also if you re using full range loudspeakers from another manufacturer we recommend that they be connected to the Hi pass OUTPUT This will ensure proper phasing of the full range loudspeaker with respect to the ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S F HD subwoofer and enhance its sound with BBE processing INPUT CONNECTIONS ACTPRO 1515 HD has one female XLR line level input marked INPUT The ACTPRO subwoofers have a second connector two input connectors total one for the left channel s audio input and one for the right channel s audio input Balanced connections should be used as much as possible to reduce AC hum and interference especially with long runs of cable On all ACTPRO HD amplifier modules the input impedance is 20k Ohm for balanced connections ACTPRO 1515 HD Insert the male XLR connector into the jack marked INPUT Ensure the connector is fully seated ACTPRO Subwoofer FOR STEREO OPERATION WITH FULL RANGE CABINETS From your mixer insert the left channel s XLR connector into the left channel s L IN
33. ubwoofers then power down all sourcedevices AC MAINS Insert the IEC power cord fully into the IEC inlet on the power amplifier module NOTE Turn OFF the power switch on the ACTPRO HD loudspeaker before connecting the AC power cord The correct AC line voltage should be selected on the rear panel For operation in the United States leave the voltage selector on the amplifier set to 115V Connecting to the wrong line voltage will damage the amplifier and may create the risk of electric shock AC Mains Disconnection Turn the AC power switch to the off position To remove the AC power cord grasp the IEC connector s plastic body and gently remove the IEC connector from the socket by pulling it straight toward you AC SELECT SWITCH Make sure AC Select Switch is set to voltage appropriate for your country NOTE Connecting ACTPRO HD powered loudspeakers to AC voltage not matching to AC Select Switch will damage the amplifier and may create the risk of electric shock BBE ON OFF SWITCH This switch is used to activate the BBE processing built into your ACTPRO HD powered subwoofer The switch will illuminate when turned ON clearly indicating that the BBE processing is activated BBE processing the ACTPRO 212S HD 185 HD and ACTPRO 18F HD subwoofer affects both the sound of subwoofer itself as well as the stereo HP High Pass outputs included in BBE section HF PROCESS Use this knob to adjust the high freq
34. uency portion of the BBE processing ACTPRO 1515 HD HF Process will affect the mid and high frequencies ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD and ACTPRO 18F HD HF Process will affect the same frequencies on a full range speaker connected to the Hi pass outputs The HF PROCESS will provide clearer mids and highs and will enhance the vocal reproduction of the loudspeaker connected via the HP XLR outputs LF CONTOUR Use this knob to adjust the low frequency portion of BBE processing ACTPRO 1515 HD LF Contour will affect low frequencies ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD and ACTPRO 18F HD LF Contour will process the subwoofer and low frequencies of full range speakers connected to the HP outputs The LF CONTOUR will enhance the bass output of your subwoofer and the loudspeaker s connected to the HP outputs FRONT LED Use this switch to turn the blue LED light on the B 52 logo badge on or off 10 BBE SONIC MAXIMIZER Benefits The BBE Sonic Maximizer circuitry built in to the ACTPRO 1515 HD ACTPRO 212S HD ACTPRO 18S HD and ACTPRO 18F HD takes already great sounding systems to the next level by adding punch and depth that can be both heard and felt BBE processing will dramatically improve the clarity and intelligibility of vocals musical instruments and will add overall depth to the audio program A control for both the LF low frequency Contour and HF high frequency Process is provided to adjust the exact amount of BBE proc
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