On Point Audio, Inc. OPA 15 ACTIVE USER MANUAL
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1. 5 Active is a convection cooled device and it requires at least 6 inches 152 mm of clearance behind the enclosure to allow the heat sink to adequately cool the internal electronics DO NOT INSTALL NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES Use ONLY the supplied AC Mains connector Protect the AC Mains power cord from being walked on or otherwise damaged and inspect for damaged connections and damaged insulation The OPA 15 Active may be suspended DO NOT SUSPEND ANY ITEMS OR OTHER ENCLOSURES BELOW THE OPA 15 ACTIVE DO NOT SUBSTITUTE SUSPENSION HARDWARE SUSPENSION SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED BY A PROFESSIONAL THAT IS FAMILIAR WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES AND SAFE SUSPENSION PRACTICES There are NO user serviceable parts inside the enclosure DO NOT REMOVE THE AMPLIFIER MODULE See Service section for details OR contact On Point Audio FCC STATEMENT The OPA 15 Active has been tested and is compliant with the limits for Class B digital devices per Part 15 of the FCC rules Test data is available from On Point Audio INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the On Point Audio OPA 15 Active and for your faith in us and our products The OPA 15 Active will provide you many years of useful service with proper use and care Please read this manual completely and become familiar with the design and operation of this advanced active speaker system CONTENTS The OPA 15 Active system is shipped in one carton The contents of the cartons are as follows OPA 15 A2. 5 Active to full power and still insure adequate headroom in the mixing console The OPA 15 Active will produce full power with a 1 5 V RMS input signal If additional equalization is required care should be taken to avoid excessive EQ in any frequency band but particularly at low frequencies Excessive equalization can produce band selective clipping and distortion All EQ boost levels should be monitored if system distortion is present Applications that require excessive low frequency equalization are almost always an indication that a sub woofer is required On Point Audio offers the OPA Sub Active The OPA Sub Active is a companion product for use with the OPA 15 Active and it will provide substantial low frequency acoustic output DISTORTED SOUND When input levels to the OPA 15 Active exceed 1 5 V RMS the internal dynamics processing functions will engage and provide protection for the system However it is still possible to overdrive the input section of the enclosure If distorted sound is present the following steps should be taken 11 1 Verify that the mixer s output is not clipping or overloaded If the output metering section of the mixing console is continuously in the red then the output level should be reduced occasional red indications are usually fine and are dependent on the mixing console s output capability 2 Verify that excessive equalization is not present anywhere in the signal c
3. DIO PRODUCTS WITHOUT UNDERSTANDING LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES THAT APPLY TO OVERHEAD SUSPENSION OF PRODUCTS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SUSPEND ON POINT AUDIO PRODUCTS UNLESS YOU ARE A PROFESSIONAL WITH KNOWLEDGE OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES RELATED TO SAFE SUSPENSION AND ARE EXPERIENCED IN SUSPENDING PRODUCTS OVERHEAD 10 ON POINT AUDIO IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR FAILURES RELATED TO NON COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES AND SAFE SUSPENSION PRACTICE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SUSPEND THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THE DOCUMENT Suspension of On Point Audio Products THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE FOUND AT www onpointaudio com ALL ASSOCIATED RIGGING IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHERS USING THE OPA 15 Active Application and Trouble Shooting Tips The OPA 15 Active is a high quality professional sound reinforcement system designed for use in indoor applications Some basic precautions will insure long term reliability EQUALIZATION AND GAIN The OPA 15 Active has all the required equalization and gain functions included in its internal Digital Signal Processor DSP Both the equalization and gain functions have been optimized for flat frequency response and maximized system dynamics The OPA 15 Active does not have user settable external gain or EQ All system gain should be set via the outboard mixing console The mixing console should be capable of providing sufficient output levels to supply the necessary voltage levels to drive the OPA 1
4. T SERVICE A There are NO user serviceable parts inside the OPA 15 Active amplifier However the amplifier does need to be removed in case of compression driver service See notes below for compression driver service and repair Replacement of Components The OPA 15 Active s amplifier module MUST be serviced by a company authorized by On Point Audio Replacement of Components REPLACEMENT OF COMPONENTS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN OR ONE KNOWLEDGABLE IN THE REPLACEMENT OF TRANSDUCER COMPONENTS DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS UNLESS THE OPA 15 ACTIVE AMPLIFIER HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE AC MAINS SOURCE In the event of woofer failure the woofer may be accessed by removing the front grille and then removing the woofer This should be done by a qualified technician or contractor There is no need to remove the amplifier panel in the event of a woofer failure In the event of a compression driver failure the amplifier module must be removed to gain access to the compression driver A USE EXTREME CARE WHEN HANDLING THE OPA 15 ACTIVE S AMPLIFIER MODULE THE COMPONENTS ARE FRAGILE AND THE MODULE MUST NOT BE SET DOWN ON THE COMPONENT SIDE OR DAMAGE WILL OCCUR Care should be exercised when disconnecting the amplifier module from both the woofer and the compression driver Be sure to observe the wiring polarity of both the woofer and the compression driver The compression driver is a screw on type and is easi
5. cable with the AC mains connector on the amplifier simply align the plug with the panel s connector and press the AC mains cable into place Always support the OPA 15 Active s enclosure with one hand while performing this operation The AC mains connector is shown below It is located on the lower portion of the OPA 15 Active input panel NOTE The OPA 10 Active is supplied with two AC Mains cables Select the cable with the proper termination for the country specific mating receptacle ce amp Replace with POWER RoHS compliant 3AG 6 3A Slow ee Blow 250V a AS A Fuse only S ON I EN60065 ile 3 G o 7 TO REDUCE THE all E OR ELECTRIC SHOCK ETH EQUPMENTTONAN AC Mains Voltage 104V 253V 1 JE CHOC ELECTRIQUE Mains Frequency 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption 1000VAmax AC Mains panel connector To disconnect the cable end of the AC mains connector pull back on the molded plug at the end of the cable not the cable itself Ay NOTE ALWAYS turn off the AC mains power BEFORE attempting to disconnect the AC mains cable from the OPA 15 Active amplifier module A DO NOT CONNECT THE AC MAINS END OF THE AC MAINS CABLE IN AN AREA THAT IS WET OR SUBJECT TO CONDENSATION OR DAMP CONDITIONS Once the AC mains cable is securely connected to both the amplifier and AC mains supply the OPA 15 Active enclosure may be turned on It is good practice to make certain that the audio levels on the mixers output or o
6. ctive System One OPA 15 Active including a bi amplified Class D digital power amplifier system with onboard Digital Signal Processing DSP and two each AC Mains cables RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Although not supplied with the OPA 15 Active System On Point Audio recommends using the OPA 15 Active enclosures with a high quality loudspeaker stand for use in portable applications On Point Audio also produces the OPA Sub Active when additional low frequency output and response is required The OPA Sub Active includes A 35 mm 1 375 inch diameter mounting pole that allows the OPA 15 Active to be safely elevated above the OPA Sub Active The OPA Sub Active s mounting pole is NON adjustable DO NOT substitute poles Make sure that the OPA Sub Active is placed on a level surface OTHER ACCESSORIES On Point Audio also offers the Eye Bolt Kit that contains 4 x 304 grade stainless steel forged shoulder eyebolts for suspending the OPA 15 Active FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS The OPA 15 Active is a professional product and is designed to be used with a high quality mixing console The OPA 15 Active does not provide any additional user selectable equalization or gain All equalization and gain functions should be provided by the mixing console This design concept enables gain stages to be limited thus reducing system noise as well as substantially reducing the possibility of gain stage overloads On Point Audio does not feel that addin
7. g additional EQ and gain functions are appropriate for truly professional products The addition of redundant functions such as EQ and gain are usually the cause of clipping distortion and greatly reduced system performance Any venue specific equalization needs are best provided by high quality outboard devices or high performance EQ sections found on professional quality mixing consoles The OPA 15 Active features an onboard digital signal processor DSP that performs analog to digital conversion equalization high order crossover delay and system dynamics processing The system s dynamics processing consists of a compressor limiter function designed to provide ultra fast threshold system protection and maximized system dynamics SETUP AND USE OF THE OPA 15 ACTIVE AC MAINS CONNECTION Prior to connecting the AC mains cable insure that the AC mains switch on the OPA 15 Active is in the OFF position C a Replace with POWER RoHS compliant 3AG 6 3A Slow Blow 250V ARZIA oy m I TORI MTom AC Mains Voltage 104V 253V SERIAL numee cmoue Mains Frequency 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption 1000VA max Sn On Off Switch The OPA 15 Active will operate on AC mains voltages of 115 volts to 230 volts The required AC mains frequency is between 50 Hz and 60 Hz The acceptable voltage range is 104VAC to 253VAC The OPA 15 Active uses a standard IEC type AC mains connector system To mate the AC mains
8. hain 3 Verify that AC mains levels are within the required range A Voltage measurements on the AC Mains should be performed by a licensed electrician or individual trained in making high voltage measurements NO SOUND 1 Verify that signal is present on the input of the OPA 15 Active The OPA 15 Active also includes a signal present indicator and is positioned immediately below the Pilot light This indicator will illuminate when an audio signal is present at the input to the system The threshold is approximately 25dBV 2 Verify that there is AC Mains voltage on the AC Mains input to the OPA 15 Active 3 If AC Mains voltage is present verify that the OPA 15 Active s fuse is not blown A NOTE IF THE FUSE IS BLOWN REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE OF FUSE THIS FUSE TYPE IS NOTED ON THE INPUT PANEL NEAR THE FUSE HOLDER THE LOCATION OF THE FUSE HOLDER IS SHOWN BELOW NOTE 115Vrms AC fuse shown below for example only Fuse rating will differ based on AC mains voltage mee Z Replace with POWER RoHS compliant 3AG 6 3A 250V ft Slow Blow i MESIN Rs oa on I eneooes g OFF CAUTION toreDuce NOTEXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT Toran AC Mains Voltage 104V 126V SERIAL NUMBER MANUFACTURING MOISTURE a DATE ANS RISQUE OE choc ELecTRIave Mains Frequency 50Hz 60Hz NE PAS OUVRIR Power Consumption 1000VA max A A A a FUSE HOLDER located between the on off switch and ac mains 12 PRODUC
9. ing Input to achieve rated output Max Acoustic Output Peak Rigging Supplied Accessories Dimensions H X W X D Weight kg Ib Operating temperature C F Specifications 50 Hz 18 000 Hz 60 H X 40 V 3 Pin XLR type Pin 2 2 000 Watts 1000 Watts 1 000 Watts 1 000 Watts 500 Watts 500 Watts 115 V AC to 230 VAC 104VAC to 253VAC 50 Hz 60 Hz 1 5 V RMS 131 dB M10 Stainless Steel 7 Points AC Mains Cable 2 each 3 pin USA and Euro 742 X 370 X 434 mm 29 2 X 14 6 X 17 1 inches 29 kg 64 Ib 0C 43C 32F 110F NOTE Max Acoustic Output is based on smoothed system response not peak driver response 413 95 Read all of the instructions included in this manual Copies of this manual should be retained by the system s installer AND end user This manual must be read and understood and ALL warnings must be followed Follow all instructions to insure optimal product performance The OPA 1
10. ly removed once the amplifier module has been removed Once the compression driver diaphragm has been replaced and re mounted on the horn the amplifier may be re mounted Insure that both the woofer and compression driver are wired with the correct polarity observed On Point Audio Inc 6204 Gardendale Dr Nashville TN 37215 Phone 1 615 815 1705 www onpointaudio com
11. module RIGGING AND SUSPENSION OF THE OPA 15 Active The OPA 15 Active features 7 x M10 metric stainless steel rigging points The enclosure may be suspended for either temporary installation or permanent installation There are four M10 points on the top of the enclosure two on the bottom of the enclosure and a single pull up point on the bottom portion on the rear of the enclosure WARNING The single M10 point on the bottom portion of the rear of the enclosure is NOT intended for suspension of the enclosure and should NOT be used for suspension The M10 point on the rear of the enclosure is designed for pull up and aiming ONLY The M10 rigging points are shown in the images below EEE eat eN se PULL UP LY Rigging Points shown above The OPA 15 Active may be mounted to any high quality loudspeaker stand with a standard 1 375 inch 35 mm diameter mounting pole The mounting pole MUST be located on a level surface that is capable of safely supporting the weight of both the loudspeaker stand and the OPA 15 Active DO NOT ADD OR SUSPEND ANY ITEMS TO THE OPA 15 Active OR LOUDSPEAKER STAND A WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SUSPEND ON POINT AU
12. onpointaudio ACOUSTIC EXCELLENCE On Point Audio Inc OPA 15 ACTIVE USER MANUAL The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance instructions The lightening flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The On Point Audio OPA 15 Active was designed to bring very high performance sound reinforcement and very high output to size ratios The OPA 15 Active was designed for use in both portable and fixed installation indoor environments such as night clubs pubs meeting halls and general live performance applications The OPA 15 Active features a unique narrow profile integrated woofer and enclosure design that provide very high acoustic output with excellent sight line characteristics Frequency Response Coverage Pattern Input Thru Connections Power Peak Total System Continuous Total System Peak Low Frequency Peak High Frequency Continuous Low Frequency Continuous High Frequency AC Mains Power Autoswitch
13. ther source output are reduced or muted prior to applying power to the OPA 15 Active NOTE When power is applied to the OPA 15 Active and the unit is turned on there is approximately a 5 to 15 second delay before the pilot light illuminates OPA 15 Active Designed in the USA Porersoft AMPLIFICATION k E SIGNAL POWER Pilot Light NOTE If the pilot light does not illuminate within 30 seconds the unit may be in a FAULT CONDITION If this occurs the unit should be returned to On Point Audio for evaluation THERE ARE NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE DO NOT REMOVE THE AMPLIFIER MODULE see the section below Replacement of Components for more detailed information AUDIO CONNECTIONS The OPA 15 Active includes both a male and female XLR type connectors Any standard XLR type cable end connectors may be used The image below illustrates the top portion of the OPA 15 Active s input plate Both the audio input and audio thru connectors are shown OPA 15 Active Designed in the USA Povorsoft AMPLIFICATION g E SIGNAL POWER Input Thru An audio level of 1 5 V RMS will drive the OPA 15 Active s amplifier to full power The OPA 15 Active input section also allows for paralleling multiple OPA 15 Active or other powered systems This function is achieved by using the output thru XLR type connector located next to the input XLR type connector on the OPA 15 Active s amplifier
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