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1. 2xRf 218 2xRf 218 RMS Power 2800 W LEQ MPLIBER per channel 4 Ohms RMS Power 2800 W M AMPLIBER per channel 4 Ohms HEMAMPLUBIER RMS Power 750 W per channel 4 Ohms Three way active system 5700 Wrms X Overs and Limmiters are default presset in the system s processor 18 Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual LINE DRAWINGS ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual LINE DRAWINGS Rf 118 RMS Power Handling 1 Peak Power Handling 10 dB Frequency Range 10 dB HF Horn Coverage Angles 6dB On axis Sensitivity 1 W2. 1 r Recommended 1000 W LEGAMPLIGIER per channel 4 Ohms pi Recommended 1000 W MA AMPDIFIER per channel 4 Ohms 2xRf 12 85 MF HF 1 2xRf 118 2xRf 118 2xRF 12 64 MF HF 1 2xRf 118 Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual MF HF 1 LF 1 2xRf 118 MF HF 1 2xRf 118 Two way active system 3500 Wrms 2xRF 12 64 MF HF 1 MF HF 1 2xRf 118 Two way active system 4000 Wrms 2xRf 15 64 2xRf 15 64 MF HF 1 2 b ME HF 2122 ES MF HF 1 2 MF HF 1 2 LF tet 2xRf 218 2xRf 218 RMS Power 2800 W pru gan per channel 4 Ohms RMS Power 1150 W MEfAMPLIBIER per channel 4 Ohms RMS Power 750 W HRQUPLIAR per channel 4 Ohms X Overs and Limmiters are default presset in the system s processor Three way active system 5200 Wrms 2xRf 215 96 2xRf 215 96 MF 1 MF 1
3. 1m Rated Maximum Peak SPL 2 ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS 600 7 m 3 3 i AAA o ID 8 g i S fag ECIFICATIO Model Rf 12 85 Rf 15 85 Rf 215 85 Rf 12 64 400 W 400 W 800 W 600 W 1600W 1600W 3200W 2400W 54 Hz 20kHz 50 Hz 20kHz 45 Hz 20kHz 50 Hz 20kHz 80 x 50 80 x 50 80 x 50 60 x 40 98 dB SPL 99 dB SPL 101 dB SPL 97 dB SPL 130 dB 131 dB 136 dB 131 dB CElem 8 ohms 8 ohms 4 ohms 8 ohms Transducers Replacement Parts Enclosure Material Color Finish Rigging System Connectors Dimensions H x W x D Weight Accessories Model RMS Power Handling 1 Peak Power Handling 10 dB Frequency Range 10 dB HF Horn Coverage Angles 6dB On axis Sensitivity 1 W 1m Rated Maximum Peak SPL 2 Nominal Impedance Transducers Replacement Parts Enclosure Material Color Finish Rigging System Connectors Dimensions H x W x D Weight Accessories LF 12P GM12P HF M 30 GMM 50 Birch Plywood Black Paint Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 64 4 x 37 x 34 6 cm 25 4 x 14 6 x 13 6 in 22 kg 48 4 Ib ANL 2 AX TRUSS AXU RF12 TRD 2 TRD 6 AXA 2RF12 AXA 3RF12 Rf 15 64 na LF 600 W Passive 600 W HF 100 W as LF 2400 W Passive 2400W HE 400 W 45 Hz 20kHz 60 x 40 LF 98 dB SPL HF 99 dB SPL LF 131 dB HF 132 dB Passive 8 ohms LF HF 8 ohms LF 15H GM15G HF M 10N GMM 10 Birch Plywood Black Paint
4. Rf 15 85 and Rf 12 64 EL a E 2 1 x 41 1 HIGH gt H BASS Passive mono amp operation Rf 215 85 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up for model Rf 215 85 1 4 1 HIGH gt Passive mono amp operation BASS Rf 15 64 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up for model Rf 15 64 A switch located at the input connector plate allows to change between passive full range and bi amplified use In passive use the acoustical high frequency roll off of the low frequency section is used to crossover to the mid high frequency section which utilizes an equalized highpass filter network Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual When using the system in active bi amplified mode use the D A S DSP 2040 electronic processor with the crossover frequency set to 1800 Hz gt Ex 2 x 1 1 1 HIGH 5 BASS Passive mono amp operation X over 2 1 0 H DH HIGH gt Active bi amp operation BASS 1 41 Rf 215 96 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up A
5. and is significantly reduced for other angles The drawing illustrates the concept The table shows the variation of the working load as a function of the oad angle In the case of the ANL 2 eyebolt this means that the 200 kg working load becomes 60 kg at 45 degrees Do not use eyebolt flying if the oad angle is higher than 45 degrees O Degrees 30 Degrees More than 45 Degrees 45 Degrees Working 100 65 30 25 load The following illustrations show different views on eyebolt flying for a single box The length of the back cables or chains determines the vertical angle of the box Rigging with AX TRUSS The AX TRUSS rigging hardware has been designed to fly the cabinets from structure trusses of 50 mm diameter 2 in diameter The AX TRUSS base must be fixed to the upper rear corner of the box by means of two M10 screws The screw needed to attach the AX TRUSS base to the upper side of the box is the same that comes with the box on that position The screw to be inserted on the rear side of the box is a special one that is provided with the AX TRUSS accessory AX TRUSS allows for several vertical angles from 10 to 35 The vertical angle is set up by inserting a highly resistant quick release pin into the holes in the AX TRUSS base Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual 11 In order to attach the AX TRUSS to the box Once the rear side screw has be
6. S Audio line array systems description of the elements and safety precautions To perform any operations related to flying the system read the present document first and act on the warnings and advice given The goal is to the allow the user to become familiar with the mechanical elements required to fly the acoustic system as well as the safety measures to be taken during set up and teardown Only experienced installers with adequate knowledge of the equipment and local safety regulations should fly speaker boxes It is the user s responsibility to ensure that the systems to be flown including flying accessories comply with state and local regulations The working load limits in this manual are the results of tests by independent laboratories It is the user s responsibility to stay within safe limits It is the user s responsibility to follow and comply with safety factors resistance values periodical supervisions and warnings given in this manual Product improvement by means of research and development is on going at D A S Specifications are subject to change without notice To this date there is no international standard regarding the flying of acoustic systems However it is common practice to apply 5 1 safety factors for enclosures and static elements For slings and elements exposed to material fatigue due to friction and load variation the following ratios must be met 5 1 for steel cable slings 4 1 for steel chain s
7. drawing illustrates the terminal arrangement detail NEUTRIK SPEAKON NL4 The enclosures provide two paralleled connectors This allows for easy loop through from one speaker to the next Unused connector pins are also paralleled Both connectors can be used as either inputs or outputs To ensure quality sound and minimum power loss the speaker cable needs to have a large enough cross section depending on the cable length number of speakers per channel and speaker impedance The total impedance for a number of speakers in parallel is equal to the impedance of one divided by the number of speakers For instance two Rf 12 85 in parallel total 4 ohms 8 ohms divided by 2 boxes equal 4 It is particularly important to use a large enough gauge with those speakers that carry deep bass such as Rf 118 Rf 218 O Rf 215 96 The tables show the minimum size for different runs of cable and four or eight ohms connected per channel 8 ohms per amplifier channel Cable lenght Minimum cable thickness metres feet mm2 Gauge number AWG 2 5 8 0 3 22 5 16 0 5 22 7 5 25 0 8 18 10 33 1 31 16 15 50 2 1 14 20 66 3 3 12 50 164 5 3 10 75 250 8 35 8 100 328 13 3 6 200 656 20 8 4 400 1312 33 3 2 4 ohms per amplifier channel Cable lenght Minimum cable thickness metres feet mm2 Gauge number AWG 2 5 8 0 18 18 5 16 1 31 16 7 5 25 2 1 14 10 33 3 3 1
8. points are available 2 on each side 3 on the top panel and 3 on the bottom panel and 2 on the rear panel Eyebolt flying points are factory sealed with M10 screws which are replaced with eyebolts on the flying points as required Flying with eyebolts is very economical and safe and is specially recommended for fixed installations where the boxes are permanently fixed The illustration shows the internal metal hardware of an enclosure with eyebolt flying Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Flying with eyebolts The Allen head screws must be removed and replaced by M10 eyebolts on one side of the enclosure Each rigging point has 200 kg 440 lb working load limit Then choose the slings or chains of required load resistance and length bearing in mind that the length difference between the front and back slings or chains will determine the vertical orientation Alternatively the back bottom eyebolt points can be used to provide vertical orientation The ANL 2 set is an optional set of four eyebolts and four carabiners Dimensions are in milimetres Each ANL 2 eyebolt has a rated working load of 200 kg 440 Ib Each ANL 2 carabiner has a working load of 330 kg 726 lb If using other hardware make sure it is rated to handle the required load When using eyebolts it is important to bear in mind that the rated working load is only true for a oad applied in the plane of the eye
9. switch located at the inout connector plate allows to change between passive full range and bi amplified use In passive use the acoustical high frequency roll off of the low frequency section is used to crossover to the mid high frequency section which utilizes an equalized highpass filter network When using the system in active bi amplified mode use the D A S DSP 2040 electronic processor with the crossover frequency set to 1200 Hz HE Passive mono amp operation HIGH D 9101 BASS 2 2 X HIGH a gt gt BASS 1 1 Active bi amp operation Rf 118 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up The Rf 778 is a bass unit for active systems so an electronic crossover will be required with a crossover frequency set in the range from 80 to 125 Hz gt BASS Rf 218 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up The Rf 218 is a bass unit for active systems So an electronic crossover will be required with a crossover frequency set in the range from 80 to 125 Hz gt BASS Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual PLACEMENT AND MOUNTING Placement Place the speakers ahead of the microphones Feedback howling occurs when the microphones pick up the sound tha
10. 2 15 50 5 3 10 20 66 5 3 10 50 164 13 3 6 75 250 20 8 4 100 328 33 3 2 200 656 52 9 0 400 1312 80 2 000 Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Use the eight ohm table when connecting a single eight ohm speaker per channel For instance one Rf 15 85 in each channel of a stereo amplifier or the high frequency band of an Rf 215 96 Use the four ohm table when connecting two eight ohm speakers to an amplifier channel For instance two Rf 1585 units in parallel Also for one four ohm speaker per channel such as for one Rf 218 per channel When connecting more than one speaker to an amplifier channel there are two wiring options The first is to run cable from the amplifier s output terminals to each speaker The second is to connect the closest speaker to the amplifier and then connect the two speakers together with a loop through cable that has a Speakon NL4 connector on both ends We l be paralleling speakers in both cases The latter is the most common and practical option the former providing a higher damping factor Never use a total impedance load that is lower than the lowest impedance that an amplifier will take Virtually all professional amplifiers will accept loads down to four ohms safely in stereo mode Many are rated for two ohm loads but often will run into overheating protection when used this way particularly in high ambient temperature and high output power applications Never connect
11. 6 dB 60 H x 40 V Sound reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs restaurants discos indoor sport arenas Secondary area fills Rf 215 96 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Bi amplified and passive full range modes 2 x 15 woofers 4 voice coil diameter Neodymium magnet large format compression driver 4 voice coil diameter Nominal horn coverage angles 6 dB 90 H x 60 V High power Medium high sensitivity Medium long throw Transport wheels Rf 118 Sub woofer system Rectangular enclosure Tripod socket for mid high enclosures 1x 18 woofer 4 voice coil diameter Medium power Medium sensitivity Low frequency reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs bands theaters Rf 218 Sub woofer system Rectangular enclosure 2x 18 woofers 4 voice coil diameter High power Medium sensitivity Low frequency reinforcement for fixed installations and mobile applications Live sound theaters discos Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual CONNECTIONS Wiring Reference series enclosures utilize two NL4 four pin Neutrik Speakon connectors These connectors are specific for speaker use and allow a safe and professional connection For plugging into an enclosure insert the male connector into any of the inputs and rotate it clockwise It will then lock into place and be ready for use The
12. A S product The reference series represents more than 30 years of expertise in transducer and enclosure design achieving a series of systems that utilize the most advanced sound reinforcement technology to deliver outstanding audio performance and maximum reliability This manual contains the required information to make the best use of the system you have purchased Please take the time to read it Our Web www dasaudio com contains further support information such as enclosure and system drawings data for modelling software architectural specifications and specification sheets Series features High frequency compression drivers with pure titanium diaphragms and Neodymium magnet structures except models with small format HF drivers which use ferrite magnets Rugged enclosures manufactured from 18mm Finnish Wisa plywood for rigidity and durability Bar handles or hand locations for easy transport Finished in water based black paint that provides protection against the elements and abrasion The finish may be painted on to complement the decor Polyamide powder coated front grilles prevent corrosion and maintain good looks On the Rf series the grilles are covered with acoustically transparent cloth for protection against rain dust and dirt Dual NL4 Speakon input output connectors Tripod mountable depending on the model Flying points eyebolt based Optional flying accessories Flying accesories
13. Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 73 x 41 6 x 41 5 cm 28 7 x 16 4 x 16 3 in 31 kg 62 2 Ib ANL 2 AX TRUSS AXU RF15 TRD 2 TRD 6 AXA 2RF15 AXA 3RF15 LF 15P GM 15P HF M 30 GMM 50 Birch Plywood Black Paint Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 78 x 41 6 x 41 5 cm 28 7 x 16 4 x 16 3 in 26 kg 57 2 lb ANL 2 AX TRUSS AXU RF15 TRD 2 TRD 6 AXA 2RF15 AXA 3RF15 Rf 215 96 PINYA LF 1400 W Passive 1400 W HF 200 W me LF 5600 W Passive 5600W HE 800 W 37 Hz 20kHz 90 x 60 LF 102 dB SPL HF 101 dB SPL LF 139 dB HF 130 dB Passive 4 ohms E e piat LF 2 x 15G GM 15G HF ND 10 GM K 8H Birch Plywood Black Paint Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 120 x 55 x 48 5 cm 47 2 x 21 7 x 19 1 in 62 5 kg 137 5 Ib ANL 2 LF 2 x 15P GM15P HF M 50 GMM 50 Birch Plywood Black Paint Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 112 x 47 4 x 45 cm 44 1 x 18 7 x 17 7 in 44 kg 96 8 Ib ANL 2 Rf 118 1000 W 4000W 45 Hz 160 Hz 99 dB SPL 135 dB 8 ohms LF 18LX GM 18LX Birch Plywood Black Paint 2 x NL4 Speakon 84 x 60 x 65 5 cm 33 x 23 6 x 25 8 in 57 5 kg 126 5 lb TRD 6 LF 12H GM12G HF M 10N GMM 10 Birch Plywood Black Paint Included 12 x M10 rigging points 2 x NL4 Speakon 64 4 x 37 x 34 6 cm 25 4 x 14 6 x 13 6 in 25 kg 55 lb ANL 2 AX TRUSS AXU RF12 TRD 2 TRD 6 AXA 2RF12 A
14. L 2 Rigging with AX TRUSS Rigging with AXA Rigging with AXU CONFIGURATIONS LINE DRAWINGS SPECIFICATIONS Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual 10 17 19 20 reference series Conserve y lea todas estas instrucciones Siga todas las advertencias El signo de exclamaci n dentro de un tri ngulo indica la existencia de componentes internos cuyo reemplazo puede afectar a la seguridad El doble cuadrado indica equipo de Clase Il Las especificaciones se encuentran en la etiqueta de la parte posterior del producto El colgado del equipo s lo debe realizarse utilizando los herrajes de colgado recomendados y por personal cualificado No cuelgue la caja de las asas No exponga este equipo a la lluvia o humedad No exponga el equipo a salpicaduras ni coloque sobre l objetos que contengan l quidos tales como vasos y botellas Equipo IP 20 Este s mbolo indica que el presente producto no puede ser tratado como residuo dom stico normal sino que debe entregarse en el correspondiente punto de recogida de equipos el ctricos y electr nicos Equipo dise ado para funcionar entre 15 C y 35 C con una humedad relativa m xima del 75 El cableado exterior conectado al equipo requiere de su instalaci n por una persona instruida o el uso de cables flexibles ya preparados El equipo cuenta con dos conectores de entrada en paralelo para facilitar la conexi n de varias cajas en paralelo No emplace altavoces
15. Manual de Usuario User s Manual DECLARACI N DE CONFORMIDAD DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY D A S Audio S A C Islas Baleares 24 46988 Pol Fuente del Jarro Valencia Espana Spain Declara que la serie reference Declares that reference series Cumple con los objetivos esenciales de las Directivas Abide by essential objectives relating Directives e Directiva de Baja Tensi n Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 CE e Directiva de Compatibilidad Electromagn tica EMC 2004 108 CE e Directiva RoHS 2002 95 CE e Directiva RAEE WEEE 2002 96 CE Y es conforme a las siguientes Normas Armonizadas Europeas In accordance with Harmonized European Norms e EN 60065 2002 Audio video and similar electronic apparatus Safety requirements e EN 55103 1 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 1 Emission e EN 55103 2 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual CONTENTS INTRODUCTION General Features Model s features CONNECTIONS Wiring Basic connection PLACEMENT AND MOUNTING Placement Tripod use Use on Rf 118 with TRD 6 Rotating the horns Weather resistance RIGGING Warnings Introduction Flying with AN
16. XA 3RF12 Rf 218 2000 W 8000W 29 Hz 160 Hz 101 dB SPL 140 dB 4 ohms LF 2 x 185X GM185X Birch Plywood Black Paint 2 x NL4 Speakon 106 7 x 54 x 67 cm 42 x 21 3 x 26 4 in 64 5 kg 141 9 lb TRD 6 1 Based on a 2 hour test continuosly applying 6 dB crest factor pink noise IEC shaped 2 Maximum calculated Peak SPL based on sensitivity and RMS power handling 20 Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual GARANTIA Todos nuestros productos est n garantizados por un periodo de 24 meses desde la fecha de compra Las garant as s lo ser n v lidas si son por un defecto de fabricaci n y en ning n caso por un uso incorrecto del producto Las reparaciones en garant a pueden ser realizadas exclusivamente por el fabricante o el servicio de asistencia t cnica autorizado Otros cargos como portes y seguros son a cargo del comprador en todos los casos Para solicitar reparaci n en garant a es imprescindible que el producto no haya sido previamente manipulado e incluir una fotocopia de la factura de compra WARRANTY All D A S products are warrantied against any manufacturing defect for a period of 2 years from date of purchase The warranty excludes damage from incorrect use of the product All warranty repairs must be exclusively undertaken by the factory or any of its authorised service centers To claim a warranty repair do not open or intend to repair the product Return the damaged unit
17. at shippers risk and freight prepaid to the nearest service center with a copy of the purchase invoice Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Fa El si ei LL is z
18. en proximidad a equipos sensibles a campos magn ticos tales como monitores de televisi n o material magn tico de almacenamiento de datos Para las cajas con vaso para tripode la altura m xima de seguridad desde el suelo a la base de la caja montada sobre tripode modelo TRD 2 con pies a su m xima extensi n es No existen partes ajustables por el usuario en el interior de este equipo Cualquier operaci n de mantenimiento o reparaci n debe ser realizada por personal cualificado Es necesario el servicio t cnico cuando el aparato se haya da ado de alguna forma tal como que haya ca do l quido o alg n objeto en el interior del aparato haya sido expuesto a lluvia o humedad no funcione correctamente o haya recibido un golpe Limpie con un pa o seco No use limpiadores con disolventes Cajas ac sticas pasivas Passive loudspeaker enclosures E Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle indicates the existence of internal components whose substitution may affect safety The double square indicates Class II device The specifications can be found on the rear label of the product The appliance should be flown only from the rigging points and by qualified personnel Do not suspend the box from the handles Do not expose this device to rain or moisture Do not place any objects containing liquids such as bottles or glasses on the top of
19. en removed firstly the screw on the upper rear side must be the base of the AX TRUSS will be placed on the backed out a few turns 1 Then the rear side corner making sure that the head of the upper screw must be completely removed 2 screw fits into the slot 3 on the base Then the special rear side screw provided with the hardware 4 will be fixed to the box Remove screw The next step will be to secure the fixing hardware part to the truss In order to do so the nut and the wing nut must be tightened Make sure that the fixing hardware has been secured tightly to the truss and that it is not able to swing This way both parts of the rigging hardware will be fixed one to the truss and the other one to the box Note Maximum load capacity for AX TRUSS is 50 kg Never exceed this limit Once the fixing hardware has been attached to the truss then the box can be attached 5 The vertical splay angle depends on the hole where the quick release pin has been inserted 6 12 Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Rigging with AXA AXA 2RF12 AXA 2RF15 Array Frame Mounting instructions 1 Hip the speakers upside down Remove the existing speaker screws and rubber feet Replace the screws used to attach the rubber feet to keep air from escaping 2 Position the speakers in the desired splay angle 3 Attach the joining plates
20. exist for configurations of 2 or 3 units AXA xRFxx White systems available Two basic system types Short Mid throw systems including horns with 80 H x 50 V nominal dispersion Mid large throw systems including horns with 60 H x 40 V nominal dispersion Short Mid throw systems include 3 voice coil speakers and 2 voice coil compression drivers Mid Large throw systems include 4 voice coil speakers and 3 voice coil compression drivers Rotatable horns Model s features Rf 12 85 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Tripod socket Passive full range use 1 x 12 woofer with 3 voice coil diameter Small format compression driver with ASC protection Medium power Medium sensitivity Short medium throw Rotatable horn Nominal horn coverage angles 6 dB 80 H x 50 V Sound reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs restaurants discos indoor sport arenas Stand alone or subwoofer reinforced Secondary area fills Rf 15 85 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Tripod socket Passive full range use 1 x 15 woofer with 3 voice coil diameter Small format compression driver with ASC protection Medium power Medium sensitivity Short medium throw Rotatable horn Nominal horn coverage angles 6 dB 80 H x 509V Sound reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs restaurants discos indoor sp
21. gle 3 Attach the joining plates to the enclosures using the short plates in front and the longer plates in the rear see drawing The holes closest to each other position the enclosures side to side forming a 20 angle between them Advancing toward the exterior alternate holes on each side increment the angles in 5 steps It is recommended that the joining plate be placed as symetricaly as pos sible On the rear joining plates are two rows of holes on each side The outer holes are for RF enclosures with a 15 bass and the internal holes are for units with a 12 bass Flat washers should be placed adjacent to the joining plates followed by the lock washer and finally the bolt 4 Slowly flip the speaker assembly so that the tops of the speakers are facing up 5 Screw the joining plates with rigging points to on the top front of the enclosure 6 Screw the rear joining plates to the enclosures using a screw in the center and eyebolts on the ends If steep vertical angling is needed the rear plate can be attached with 3 screws and the eyebolts can be used in the rear with out washers in this case panel of the cabinet 7 Suspend the enclosures using the eyebolts and the joining plate with rigging points Package contents 4 joining plates 2 with rigging points 2 rear joining plates 14 M10x30 screws 14 Grower split M10 lock washers 14 M10 flat washers 2 M10 eyebolts 1 number 8 Allen hex wrench 1 number 6 A
22. lings and 7 1 polyester slings Thus an element with a breaking load limit of 1000 kg may be statically loaded with 200 kg 5 1 safety factor and dynamically loaded with 142 kg 7 1 safety factor When flying a system the working load must be lower than the resistance of each individual flying point in the enclosure as well as each box Hanging hardware should be regularly inspected and suspect units replaced if in doubt This is important to avoid injury and absolutely no risks should be taken in this respect It is highly recommended that you implement an inspection and maintenance program on flying elements including reports to be filled out by the personnel that will carry out the inspections Local regulations may exist that in case of accident may require you to present evidence of inspection reports and corrective actions after defects were found Absolutely no risks should be taken with regards to public safety When flying enclosures from ceiling support structures extreme care should be taken to assure the load bearing capabilities of the structures so that the installation is absolutely safe Do not fly enclosures from unsafe structures Consult a certified professional if needed All flying accessories that are not supplied by D A S Audio are the user s responsibility Use at your own risk Introduction Flyable reference series models feature 6 internal steel angles with 2 mounting threads each so that 12 flying
23. llen wrench Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual 15 16 Rigging with AXU AXU RF12 is a wall mount accessory which is fixed to the internal metal structure included inside the Rf 12 64 Rf 12 85 By means of this accessory the unit can be fixed both vertically and horizontally For Rf 15 64 Rf 15 85 cabients the AXU accesory is AXU RF15 Rf 12 85 fixed horizontally The AXU accessory can be fixed to the wall or the ceiling with 8mm screws and plugs A total of eight screws and plugs are needed to do so For more detailed information please refer to the instructions sheet included with every AXU accessory Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual CONFIGURATIONS MF HF 1 LF 1 LEGAMPLIBIER Recommended 1000 W per channel 4 Ohms MFAdF AMPBIFIER Recommended 750 W per channel 4 Ohms LEGAMPLIBIER Recommended 1000 W per channel 4 Ohms ME AMPBIFER Recommended 750 W per channel 4 Ohms MF HF 1
24. more speakers to an amplifier s channel than it will take ie do not load a channel with a total impedance that is lower than the minimum load specified by the manufacturer Avoid series or series parallel wiring schemes for Rf series products since they degrade sound quality and thus we do not recommend them for applications other than background music paging or surround sound Basic connection This section provides information on the pin assignments and basic set up for the different enclosures The System Configurations section adds stereo system configurations with or without sub woofer reinforcement The Application Examples section adds complete application specific system examples Some models due to the complexities of their electronic processing require the indicated D A S controller for the system to run correctly Others may use generic crossover units with recommended settings although the use of the D A S processors is recommended In general we stress the importance of the use of the D A S processors since they are shipped with set energy balances and crossover frequencies and adjustments cannot be made that could endanger system components By using the DAS processors we can ensure the correctness of the sound and the reliability of the systems Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Rf 12 85 Rf 15 85 Rf 12 64 Figures show the block diagram and basic set up for models Rf 712 85
25. ntaining the original horn characteristics wider horizontal coverage than vertical when mounted in horizontal position This feature is particularly useful in low ceiling rooms To rotate the horns you will need to remove the front grille first then the horn Then carefully rotate the horn 90 degrees being careful not to disconnect the wires Then screw the horn back into place and replace the grille Weather resistance reference series cabinets are manufactured from phenolic plywood finished with a special water based black paint that protects the wood from water and humidity Additionally reference series units have an acoustically transparent cloth that will further protect the components from the rain Speaker cones are protected against humidity at the factory with a fine coat of varnish If the speakers will be exposed to the elements you may additionally treat the paper cones with a water repeling spray or by applying a coat of varnish Always bear in mind that any coating should be very light so as not to change the weight of the cone significantly In fixed installations do not expose the components to direct rain For open air applications place the speakers under some form of canopy or cover Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual 10 Warnings This manual contains needed information for flying D A
26. ort arenas Stand alone or subwoofer reinforced Secondary area fills Rf 215 85 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Passive full range use 2x 15 speakers 3 voice coil diameter Small format compression driver with ASC protection Medium high power Medium sensitivity Short medium throw Rotatable horn Nominal horn coverage angles 6 dB 80H x 50 V Sound reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs live music bars Medium power side fill Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual Rf 12 64 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Tripod socket Passive full range use 1x 12 woofer 4 voice coil diameter Medium format compression driver 3 voice coil diameter with ASC protection Medium high power Medium sensitivity Medium large throw Rotatable horn Nominal horn coverage angles 6 dB 60H x 40 V Sound reinforcement for fixed installations Pubs restaurants discos indoor sport arenas Secondary area fills Rf 15 64 Two way full range system Trapezoidal enclosure Tripod socket Bi amplified and passive full range modes 1x 12 woofer 4 voice coil diameter Medium format compression driver 3 voice coil diameter with ASC protection Medium high power Medium sensitivity Medium large throw Rotatable horn Nominal horn coverage angles
27. rubber feet to keep air from escaping 2 Position the speakers in the desired splay angle 3 Attach the joining plates to the enclosure using the holes on the concave side for the rear and the holes on the convex side to determine the angle The holes closest to each other position the enclosures side to side forming a 20 angle between them Advancing toward the exterior alternate holes on each side increment the angles in 5 steps It is recom mended that the joining plate be placed as symetrically as pos sible Flat washers should be placed adjacent to the joining plates followed by the lock washer and finally the bolt 4 Slowly flip the speaker assembly so that the tops of the speakers are facing up 5 Screw the joining plates to the enclosures 6 Screw 2 eyebolts into the two holes on the side of the enclosure and the other 2 into the rear of the other enclosure 7 Suspend the enclosures using the eyebolts Package contents 4 joining plates 8 M10x30 screws 8 Grower split M10 lock washers 8 M10 flat washers 4 M10 eyebolts 1 number 8 Allen hex wrench 1 number 6 Allen wrench Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual AXA 3RF12 AXA 3RF15 Array Frame Mounting instructions 1 Flip the speakers upside down Remove the existing speaker screws and rubber feet Replace the screws used to attach the rubber feet to keep air from escaping 2 Position the speakers in the desired splay an
28. t comes out of the speakers and feed it back to the system Feedback can cause damage to the speaker system If space is limited direct the speakers towards areas where there are no microphones to minimize feedback When using a turntable place the speakers far from the turntables If the speaker signal is picked up by the stylus and reamplified low frequency howling will occur The use of a very heavy base for the turntable is recommended Bass output for bass cabinets in general will increase when placed against floors and or walls In this case you may need to attenuate the gain of the low frequency section or use attenuation on the low frequency equalization Tripod use The more portable models feature a tripod socket for use with standard 35 mm tripods such as the D A S TRD 2 Be careful not to raise the units too high on the tripod as they may become unstable Do not use a tripod on sloped surfaces Use on Rf 778 with TRD 6 The top panel of model Rf 118 features a tripod socket for use with the optional TRD 6 poles This allows pole mounting for systems that have tripod capability The TRD 6 is a pole mount that has a 35 mm termination at the other The TRD 6 raises the box 80 cm 32 Do not use mounted systems on irregular floors or with slopes Rotating the horns Models Rf 12 85 Rf 15 85 Rf 12 64 Rf 15 64 have rotatable horns This allows mai
29. the unit Do not splash liquids on the unit IP 20 equipment This symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste Instead it shall be handed over to the appicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment Working temperature ranges from 15 C to 35 C with a relative humidity of 7596 The outer wiring connected to the device requires installation by an instructed person or the use of a flexible cable already prepared Note that the two Speakon input connectors are wired in parallel to provide easy parallel connection of several enclosures Do not place loudspeakers in proximity to devices sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material For enclosures with tripod socket maximum safety height from floor to bottom of enclosure when mounting on a TRD 2 tripod with legs fully open No user serviceable parts inside Refer all servicing to qualified Service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Clean only with a dry cloth Do not use any solvent based cleaners Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual INTRODUCTION General Thank you for purchasing a D
30. to the enclosure using the holes on the concave side for the rear and the holes on the convex side to determine the angle The holes closest to each other position the enclosures side to side forming a 20 angle between them Advancing toward the exterior alternate holes on each side increment the angles in 5 steps It is recommended that the joining plate be placed as symetrically as pos sible Flat washers should be placed adjacent to the joining plates followed by the lock washer and finally the bolt 4 Slowly flip the speaker assembly so that the tops of the speakers are facing up 5 Screw the joining plates to the enclosures positioning the one with rigging points in the rear so a pull point is available should we need steep vertical angling 6 Screw the eyebolts into the two remaining holes 7 Suspend the enclosures using the eyebolts and the joining plate with rigging points Package contents 4 joining plates 1 with rigging points 8 M10x30 screws 8 Grower split M10 lock washers 8 M10 flat washers 2 M10 eyebolts 1 number 8 Allen hex wrench 1 number 6 Allen wrench Manual del Usuario reference User s Manual 14 AXA 2RF12V AXA 2RF15V Array Frame Mounting instructions 1 Flip the speakers upside down Remove the existing speaker screws and rubber feet Replace the screws used to attach the
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