AX2010P - Axiom Pro Audio
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1. USER MANUAL AX2010P passive vertical array loudspeaker KEY FEATURES e High output line array element e Very stable horizontal coverage e Compact size very good output to weight ratio e Transmission Line back loading for clean mid bass reproduction e High quality low compression low distortion HF driver e Natural sound Transmission Line HF projection wave forming device INTRODUCTION The AX2010P Vertical Line Array element is designed for a wide range of sound reinforcement applications where a flexible and easy to use vertical array systems is needed The AX2010P has been designed both for rental live sound applications and for fixed installations and has been engineered for the simplest use possible but without sacrificing anything in sound quality and performance The high frequency range is reproduced by two low distortion compression drivers equipped with very light weight diaphragms Two transmission line waveforming waveguides have been used to load the HF drivers in order to provide a detailed and natural sound and to achieve a long distance HF projecting capacity The two 10 woofers employed in the reproduction of the mid bass range are equipped with very light weight cones The lightness of the diaphragm is furthermore improved by the use of aluminium voice coil instead of conventional copper This ensure a fast reproduction of the mid range and of mid bass musical passages improving also the thermal capacity of the vo2. 7 1 AX2010 STD fo 2 AX2010 STD Jo 3 AX2010 STD x o i 4 AX2010 STD Jo LOUDSPEAKER SPLAY ANGLES SET UP A Odd degrees Even degrees LOCK THE PIN IN THE HOLE TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED SPLAY _ 0 Pin locking and splay angles set up ANGLE 4 on The figure below shows how to insert correctly the locking pin 4 gt apne on z and how to set up the splay angle between loudspeakers E ys lt 2 QO 4 1 5 Block cam __ 5 2 5 O hole gt 5 gt lt p O 6 3 5 Pin ae 7 4 5 7 gt C 8 5 5 ges Hce 9 6 5 O aan Degrees lt 10 indicator gt lt 0 10 o i 1 STEP HOLE lt 0 5 6 5 iS Block cam 0 5 STEP HOLE USE THIS HOLE TO poe mele LOCK THE HINGE BAR WHEN THE LOUDSPEAKER IS REST Wind loads When planning an open air event it is essential to obtain current weather and wind information When 95AXM014 LOCKING PIN loudspeaker arrays are flown in an open air environment possible wind effects must be taken into account Wind load produces additional dynamic forces acting on the rigging components and the suspension which may lead to a dangerous situation If according to the forecast wind forces higher than 5 bft 29 38 Km h are possible the following actions have to be taken y The actual on site wind speed has to be monitored permanently Be aware that wind speed typically n increases with height above ground press and Suspension a
3. shaped frame of the next loudspeaker and inserting a locking pin in one of the numbered holes it is possible to adjust the relative splay angle between two adjacent loudspeakers in the array column The optimal splay angles can be simulated using the EASE Focus 2 software max splay angle 10 max splay angle 10 Soodboo 6 oooopoooooo0oo0oo00002e GZ out CENTER OF GRAVITY System Processing basic instruction The AX2012P system do not feature passive filters and to work it needs an external processor to take care of crossover filtering temporal alignment and protection of all devices Proel provides PC260 digital processor which comes with the basic preset for the AX2010 The optimization of vertical array systems through digital processing is based on data obtained through measurements of the polar response throughout space and on their elaboration through purpose designed mathematical models For detailed instructions about PC260 refer to its proper manual PC260 PRESET 2 F 2010 4T1S 02 The preset provided for the AX2012P allow the correct operation of the system provide the best starting point for setup of temporal alignment gain adjustment and eventually system equalization The preset is made considering 8xAX2010P and 2xSW218P for each column in flown configuration this configuration is a typical application of AX2010P vertical array so for the flown array arrangement was considered similar to the following NOTE The
4. subwoofers SW218P was placed underneath the flown array Weight 330 10 kg System AXIOM AX Series Company PROEL S p A Label AXIOM AX Series Position X 0 00 m Y 0 00 m Z 8 00 m Orientation Hor 0 0 Ver 4 8 Weight 330 10 kg Setup AX2010 SuspBar Box Count 8 Pinpoint Mode Best Pinpoint Pinpoint Number 10 Remaining Vertical Angle 0 0 Bottom Angle 29 1 Above Ground 5 53 m Box Type Gain Rigging Angle Aiming Angle Frame 4 8 Box 1 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 0 4 8 Box 2 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 1 5 8 Box 3 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 1 6 8 Box 4 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 2 8 8 Box 5 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 2 10 8 Box 6 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 3 13 8 Box 7 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 4 17 8 Box 8 AX2010 STD 0 0 dB 6 23 8 Bottom Angle 29 1 5 53 m above ground In the 2 F 2010 4T1S 02 PC260 preset some parameters can be customized and some other are protected this ensure a safe operation of the system In the next page follows a brief description of customizable parameters AXIOM aa ae E That x ae H wa jou ka e Jor Fpa 1 RIR TEIS E HEL E N ii EH y oy a a z I ina 1 i i i a 1 i i i 1 i i a x ki i bi hi ia i i s 2 a i s a i z z E z 1 IN In this screen you can adjust the input levels and the input compressors The input range can be optimized in the 30 6 dB range The level is set after the AD convers
5. with directive 2004 108 EC EMC as stated in EN 55103 1 and EN 55103 2 standards and with directive 2006 95 CE LVD as stated in EN 60065 standard PROEL S p A World Headquarter Via alla Ruenia 37 43 64027 Sant Omero Te ITALY Tel 39 0861 81241 Fax 39 0861 887862 www axiomproaudio com AXIOM
6. between FOH Subs and FOH Array for setting the delay time m SMAART or similar acoustic measurement system madl A V7 These are useful to measure delays phase and response of the system LIMITED WARRANTY Proel warrants all materials workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of two years from the original date of purchase If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period the owner should inform about these defects the dealer or the distributor providing receipt or invoice of date of purchase and defect detailed description This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from improper installation misuse neglect or abuse Proel S p A will verify damage on returned units and when the unit has been properly used and warranty is still valid then the unit will be replaced or repaired Proel S p A is not responsible for any direct damage or indirect damage caused by product defectiveness e This unit package has been submitted to ISTA 1A integrity tests We suggest you control the unit conditions immediately after unpacking it e f any damage is found immediately advise the dealer Keep all unit packaging parts to allow inspection e Proel is not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment e Products are sold delivered ex warehouse and shipment is at charge and risk of the buyer e Possible damages to un
7. e contact the manufacturer for further information e Proel do not accept any liability for damage caused to third parties due to improper installation lack of maintenance tampering or improper use of this product including disregard of acceptable and applicable safety standards e During assembly pay attention to the possible risk of crushing Wear suitable protective clothing Observe all instructions given on the rigging components and the loudspeaker cabinets When chain hoists are in operation ensure that there is nobody directly underneath or in the vicinity of the load Do not under any circumstances climb on the array AIMING and SUSPENDING INSTRUCTIONS Fly Bar and accessories The AX2010 Systems are built to allow the suspension of array with variable shape and dimensions Thanks to a suspension mechanism designed to be functional flexible and safe each system must be suspended or stacked using the KPTAX2012P fly bar The loudspeakers are linked together in a column using a series of couplers integrated in the frame of each enclosure Each system is set up properly both acoustically and mechanically ye ene oO ale KPTAX2012P FLY BAR ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE Coupling system in the front does not require any adjustment using two locking pins each loudspeaker box is fixed to the previous The slotted bar in the back is inserted in a U shaped frame which features a series of numbered holes Sliding the slotted bar in the U shaped frame of the ne
8. iaphragm Taper angle 5 160 each paralleled Construction 15 mm reinforced Phenolic Birch Frequency response 3 dB 75 Hz 18 kHz Processed Paint High resistance water based paint Sensitivity 2 83 V 1m 2 Pi Horizontal Coverage Angle Vertical Coverage Angle Maximum Peak SPL 1m Electrical Nominal Impedance Power Handling Continuous Power Handling Peak 99 dBSPL LF 108 dBSPL HF 110 6 dB 10 6 dB 130 dB 80 LF 8Q HF 700 W LF 150 W HF 1400 W LF 300 W HF Suspension system Front Suspension Back Suspension Net Weight Aluminium Fast Link structure with Fast Pin High Strength Steel with Fast Pin 39 9 Kg 87 96 Ibs 10 dB Power 70 W 0 5 dB 3 dB Power 350 W 1 5 dB 0 dB Power 700 W 3 2 dB LF Power Compression AES Pink Noise Power revision 2014 11 10 AXIOM MECHANICAL DRAWING OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AXCASE02 NL4FX PC260 USB2CAN RAINCOV2010 KPTAX2012P AXFEETKIT RAINCOV2010PW see http www axiomproaudio com for detailed description and other available accessories SPARE PARTS NL4MP 95AXM014 PLG716 91CRAIN3 98AXM10W2Z8 98DRI1424 98MBN1424 Carrying Case for 2 box unit Neutrik Speakon PLUG 2 in 6 out digital loudspeaker processor PRONET network converter Rain protection for connectors Fly bar for Axiom AX2010 Loudspeakers Kit Of 69cs BOARDACFO1 M10 foot for stacked installation Rai
9. ice coil and consequently controlling the overall power compression The two 10 woofers are back loaded by a short hybrid transmission line that minimizes the effect of the box resonances and eliminates the boxy mid bass sound commonly obtained from regular bassreflex enclosures The crossover filter approach is based on a Constant Power technique Thanks to a particular phase combination between the two ways around the crossover frequency this approach is able to provide a very stable horizontal coverage and a very stable off axys sound image also minimizing unwanted effects around the crossover frequency The further application of phase linearization techniques combined to constant power crossover yield a linear phase response and a coherent time response This allows for a natural perception of acoustic instruments and voices and for an improved depth of the sound image PR RA RS j ka E E TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Acoustical Connectors Connector Type Neutrik Speakon NL4 x 2 Line Array Element System type Short Transmission Line LF Back Loading Input Wiring LF Pin 1 1 HF Pin 2 2 Acoustic Transmission Line HF Waveguide Mechanical Two 10 260 mm 2 5 64 mm aluminium Width 746 mm 29 37 Low frequency transducer voice coil 16Q each paralleled Height 341 mm 13 42 Two 1 4 drivers 2 5 64 mm edgewound Depth 530 mm 20 86 High frequency transducer voice coil titanium d
10. ion so if you have problems with an excessive input signal use the analog PAD button on the PC260 back panel The compressors are set in order to attenuate very high input signals the threshold is 11 dB ensuring a more transparent musical behaviour of the system limiting If needed the compressor threshold can be freely adjusted OUT in this page you can see the level of the output signals and the gain reduction if the limiters are activated You can also trim 6 dB the output signals in order to adjust the balance of LF MF and HF ranges WARNING A N The limiter setting of PC260 and 2 F 2010 4T1S 02 preset is set for the use of 32 dB fixed gain power amplifiers contact PROEL if you need a different setting The delays are set for the optimal alignment of a standard flown configuration with the vertical array on top of the subwoofers If needed the delay of the subwoofers LOW L and LOW can be adjusted in relation to the MID HIGH outputs for the optimal alignment when the system is installed in a different position WARNING The DELAY difference between MID and HIGH outputs must always be 14 3 mm HIGH before MID If you modify the MID delay to align the tops with the subs remember always to set the HIGH delay accordingly 14 3 mm GEQ this is the graphic equalizer on the processor inputs to be used for equalizing the whole system It can be used for adjusting the system s response or for fixing particular frequency proble
11. it should be immediately notified to forwarder Each complaint for package tampered with should be done within eight days from product receipt SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children Protect the apparatus from atmospheric agents and keep it away from water rain and high humidity places This product should be site away from heat sources such as radiators lamps and any other device that generate heat This product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation and heating dissipation Care should be taken so that objects and liquids do not go inside the product The product should be connected to a power supply mains line only of the type described on the operating instructions or as marked on the product Connect the apparatus to a power supply using only power cord included making always sure it is in good conditions WARNING The mains plug is used as disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Do not cancel the safety feature assured by means of a polarized line plug one blade wider than the other or with a earth connection Make sure that power supply mains line has a proper earth connection Power supply cord should be unplugged from the outlet during strong thunderstorm or when left unused for a long period of time CE CONFORMITY Proel products comply
12. ms in the environment where the system is installed The AX2010P preset has been prepared in order to obtain the best performance from the system so we suggest to avoid extreme use of the GEQ PEQ this is a full parametric 5 band equalizer on the processor s inputs Each filters can be set also as shelving notch allpass high pass and lo pass so this equalizer can be used to optimize the system response according to the environment characteristics including temperature humidity and absorption due to the audience DEQ this is 3 band dynamic equalizer useful to optimize the system s response for different kind of applications and different music genres or to obtain an optimal behaviour of the system at different levels Useful tools to set up properly a vertical array system This is a list of tools that can be very useful to set properly a vertical array system CABLE TESTER It is a good practice to check all cables before each installation because even one faulty cable can compromise heavily the system performance INCLINOMETER WITH LEVER This tool can be used to verify the vertical array angle It can be used at the top or at the bottom of the array In this case you have to sum all splay angles so the maximum precision is needed for aiming the vertical array particularly for long throw applications LASER DISTANCE METER This instrument can be useful to measure the height of the vertical array and to know the distance
13. n protection for power connectors Neutrik Speakon panel socket Locking Pin for AX2010 Straight Shackle 16 mm for Fly bar Crossover protection module 10 woofer 2 5 VC 1 4 2 5 compression driver titanium diaphragm for 1 4 driver DU T OO ao ooo COMEJ LEMN AA A 341 mm 13 42 REAR PANEL INPUT Power input for the external amplifier The AX2010P does not include a passive crossover for filtering the signal but only an internal protection that applies a gentle high pass filtering and a limitation for excessive power on the HF section The connections are the following INPUT LINK 1 1 gt LF 8Q 750W AES 1 1 2 2 gt HF 8Q 150W AES 2 2 Input Link LINK Power output in parallel with the INPUT socket for connecting the unit to another speaker The number of AX2010P cabinets that can be connected in parallel depends on the amplifier load capacity PREDICTION EASE Focus 2 To aim correctly a complete system we suggests to use always the Aiming Software EASE Focus 2 The EASE Focus 2 Aiming Software is a 3D Acoustic Modelling Software that serves for the configuration and modelling of Line Arrays and conventional speakers close to reality It only considers the direct field created by the complex addition of the sound contributions of the individual loudspeakers or array components The design of EASE Focu
14. nd securing points of the array should be designed to support double the static load in order insert to withstand any additional dynamic forces WARNING Flying loudspeakers overhead at wind forces higher than 6 bft 39 49 Km h is not recommended If the wind force exceeds 7 bft 50 61 Km h there is a risk of mechanical damage to the components 4 which may lead to a dangerous situation for persons in the vicinity of the flown array Stop the event and make sure that no person remains in the vicinity of the array Lower and secure the array release and j lock Stacked installation KPTAX2012P STACKED ARRAY WARNING A N e The ground where the KPTAX2012P Fly bar serving as ground support is placed needs to be absolutely stable and compact e Adjust the feet so to lie the bar perfectly horizontal e Always secure ground stacked setups against movement and possible tipping over e A maximum of 4 x AX2010 cabinets with the KPTAX2012P Fly bar serving as ground support are allowed to be set up as ground stack max splay angle 10 In the stack configuration you have to use the three optional BOARDAC2P feet and the fly bar must be mounted upside down on the ground Coupling system in the front do not require any adjustment using two locking pins each loudspeaker box is fixed to the previous The slotted bar in the back is inserted in a U shaped frame which features a series of numbered holes Sliding the slotted bar in the U
15. s is targeted at the end user It allows the easy and quick prediction of the array performance in a given venue The scientific base of EASE Focus stems from EASE the professional electro and room acoustic simulation software developed by AFMG Technologies GmbH It is based on the EASE GLL loudspeaker data file required for its use AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 GLL please note that the version must be 2 0 or more The GLL file contains the data that defines the Line Array with regard to its possible configurations as well as to its geometrical and acoustical properties Download the EASE Focus 2 app from the AXIOM website at http www axiomproaudio com clicking on downloads section of the product Use the menu option Edit Import System Definition File to import the file AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 gll from the installation Data folder the detailed instructions to use the program are located in the menu option Help User s Guide Note Some windows system can require the NET Framework 4 that can be download from microsoft website at http www microsoft com en us download default aspx WARNING CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND CONDITION OF USE e This loudspeaker is designed exclusively for Professional audio applications The product must be installed by qualified personal only e Proel strongly recommends that this loudspeaker cabinet be suspended taking into consideration all current National Federal State and Local regulations Pleas
16. suspension and angle setup centre of gravity The first figure shows where the normal centre of gravity is with one box or several boxes arranged in a line Usually the boxes are arranged to make an arc for the best coverage of the audience so the center of gravity moves backward The aiming software suggests the ideal suspension pinpoint taking into account this behaviour fix the straight shackle in this position Note that the ideal aiming angle often doesn t correspond to the pinpoint there is often a little difference between ideal aiming and real aiming and its value is the remaining angle positive remaining angle can be adjusted a little using two ropes negative remaining angle are self adjusted With some experience it s possible to consider preventively these required little a little because the cables weighs on the back of the array adjustments During the flown set up you can connect the elements of the array to their cables We suggest to discharge the weight of the cables from the flying pinpoint by tying them with a textile fibre rope instead of letting them hang freely in this way the position of the array will be much more similar to the simulation produced by the software HINGE BAR OF PREVIOUS BOX KPTAX2012P FLOWN PINPOINT SINGLE PINPOINT FOR STRAIGHT SHACKLE Rigging nnui ANN mead Weight 168 90 kg Pinpoint 6 Detta J 0 76 Cabinet Gain Angle AX2010 SuspBar
17. xt loudspeaker and inserting a locking pin in one of the numbered holes it is possible to adjust the relative splay angle between two adjacent loudspeakers in the array column KPTAX2012P fly bar maximum capacity is 700 Kg 1540 Ibs with the 0 angle It can support up to 12 AX2010 loudspeakers with a safety factor of 10 1 Follow the sequence in the figure for fixing the fly bar at the first box Usually this is the first step before lifting up the system Be careful to insert properly all the locking pins 2 3 and the shackle 5 in the right holes as specified by the aiming software KPTAX2012P FLY BAR AND ACCESSORIES M10 FOOT FOR STRAIGHT SHACKLE 16mm STACKED INSTALLATION OPTIONAL IDENTIFICATION AND DATA LABEL FRONT BOX PIN ATTACHMENT When lifting the system always proceed gradually step by step paying attention to secure the fly bar to the box and the box to INDICATOR 7 l 6 the other boxes before pulling up the system this makes easier to insert properly the locking pins Also when the system is released down unlock gradually the pins During the lifting be very careful to not let the cables enter the REAR BOX space between one enclosure and the other as their compression SUSPEND HOLE SUSPEND HOLES FRONT BOX PIN ATTACHMENT PIN ATTACHMENT could cut them AXIOM KPTAX2012P FLY BAR FOR FLOWN ARRAY eRohohokonononohononononononekolr es eo O o o ool CENTRE OF GRAVITY Fly bar
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