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1. Active line array element featuring 2 x 1 4 tweeters with titanium diaphragm and 2 x 10 woofers with 2 5 aluminum voice coil 2 x 1000 W class D amplifier XLR in and output powerCON in and output Frequency response 75 Hz 18 kHz Dispersion angle H x V 110 x 10 Maximum sound pressure level 131 dB Internal Digital Signal Processor DSP with four presets Network port for connecting a notebook or PC using exclusively the CanBus converters item no 326058 the box pro USB2CAN CanBus Converter and the Pronet software free download from www thomann de Mounting in flown or stacked line arrays with optionally available accessory Birch plywood housing with waterproof paint themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Installation 4 Installation themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit Keep the equipment packaging To fully protect the device against vibration dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage respectively Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections WARNING Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country Always secure the device with a secondar
2. MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 17 Installation Installation of a flown system 0000000000000000r3 i eo 5 O O EH Ll_ ca FRA JH 1 Attach the flying frame left and right at the front panel of the top unit 2 gt Secure the flying frame with the locking pins that are attached to the top unit themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 18 Installation 3 Position the vertical latch of the flight frame in the U rail of the top unit 4 Secure the latch in the correct position with a safety pin at the U rail 5 For flying operation mount a shackle on the flying frame It must be located directly above the centre of gravity of the entire system In the figure the centre of gravity is marked by C the arrow shows the correct position of the U shackle for this installation situation Assembly of a device for posi The flying frame can also be used as a framework for positioning of a device on the floor In tioning this case turn the unit by 180 upside down and attach it to the flying frame as described in chapter Installation of a flown system Then turn the whole thing around and put the flying frame with the rubber feet on the ground themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Installation Mounting multiple devices ina system themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Usually several units are so installed to a line array that they are arranged arcuate The figure alongsid
3. in the lower usually one or two devices of a large flown array to achieve a pleasant sound for the audience near the stage This setting is also very useful if the device is used alone at the front on very large stages USER themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 23 Connections and operating elements 8 This LED lights up when the user setting is loaded This setting corresponds to the user preset no 1 of the DSP In delivery condition the user setting is identical to the setting STANDARD If you want to change it you must connect the device to a notebook or PC using the CanBus Converter edit the parameters using the Pronet software and save the setting to user memory preset no 1 LED SIGN LIMIT This LED lights green when an input signal is present This LED lights red when the internal output signal is limited due to excessive input signal level LED PROT This LED lights red when the protection circuit of the amplifier module responds due to an internal error and the amplifier is therefore muted This LED lights red when the internal output signal is limited due to excessive input signal level LED ON This LED lights green when the unit is turned on and the power supply voltage is present themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Connections and operating elements Rear panel right side D 12 A Power out MAINS IN Asi A C p THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE us ATOLA the
4. latch fits into the U rail of the device mounted below which has a series of numbered bores Attach the latch of the upper unit to the U rail of the underlying device with a safety pin By selecting the hole you can set the desired angle of inclination Figure and table show the mechanical parts on the rear side and its function line array element 14 A10LA 5 2 5 Installation themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Installation 1 Vertical latch of the overlying unit in longitudinal and lateral view 2 Securing bore in the vertical latch Use this bore when the vertical latch of the device is not folded down so for single installation or for the lowest unit in a system Bore for angular steps of 1 Bore for angular steps of 0 5 U rail of the device side view Clearance bores for odd numbered angles Clearance bores for even numbered angles 0 N Dn UU A U Use this bore of the U rail when the vertical latch of the device is not folded down so for single installation or for the lowest unit in a system th mann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 16 Installation Flying frame 1 Bores for locking pin Thread M10 for attaching standard screw feet for stack mounting Clearance bores Vertical latch suitable for the U rail of the devices Numbering of the clearance bores a un A U N 16 mm shackle optionally available as accessory item number 323399 th mann
5. SIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions CAUTION Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment Over an extended period of time even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment If this is not possible keep a greater distance or use suffi cient ear protectors NOTICE Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION NOTICE Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only To prevent damage never expose the device to any liquid or moisture Avoid direct sunlight heavy dirt and strong vibrations NOTICE Power supply Before connecting the device ensure that the input voltage AC outlet matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire line array element 10 3 Features Special features of the device Features
6. duct is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive WEEE Do not dispose with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your local waste disposal facility line array element 36 Notes A10LA th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 37 Notes themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 38 Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
7. e shows an example of how four elements can be combined into a system that stands on the ground ground stack In the figure the centre of gravity is marked by C D In a ground stack no more than four elements with maximum angulation may be a used E In flying operation the shackle must be mounted just above the centre of gravity of the entire system line array element 20 Connections and operating elements 5 Connections and operating elements Rear panel left side 0 9 8 Q D 6 4 A10LA th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 21 Connections and operating elements 5 6 INPUT Audio signal input with lockable XLR chassis socket The socket is electronically perfectly symmetrical wired to ach ieve an optimal signal to noise ratio and a sufficient power reserve including A D conversion GND LIFT pushbutton If hum is caused by a ground loop you can use this switch to disconnect the connection between the earth pin of the device and the signal ground of the device Switching only has an effect when using balanced connection cables LINK Audio signal output with XLR chassis plug to connect other line array elements or speakers to which the input signal is passed TERMINATE pushbutton If the devices of a line arrays are networked together the last unit must be terminated with the built in load resist ance Press the pushbutton TERMINATE The LED above it light
8. mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Connections and operating elements 11 POWER OUT Gray lockable powerCon output socket NAC3FCB This output is looped through from the blue input socket MAINS IN You can use it to feed the power supply to the blue powerCON input sockets MAINS IN of further units The number of devices that can be daisy chained via the POWER OUT socket depends on the power supply voltage At 230 V up to four at 120 V up to two line array elements can be connected MAINS IN Blue lockable powerCon input socket NAC3FA To turn the unit on plug the powerCON power cord or the powerCon connector cable from another device into this socket and turn the plug clockwise to the position ON To turn the unit off pull the locking lever on the plug backwards and turn the plug counter clockwise to the position PUSH OFF themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 26 Starting up 6 Starting up Switching on After you have made all the required connections turn on the audio system It is recommended to provide one switch for turning on the entire audio system and to always leave the powerCon plugs connected to the sockets of the individual elements With this simple trick you can extend the life of the powerCon connectors DSP preset Set the desired DSP preset STANDARD LONG THROW DOWN FILL SINGLE BOX or USER themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 27 Networking and remote control 7 Networking and
9. nput XLR chassis socket balanced Input impedance 20 kQ Input sensitivity 4 dBu 1 25 V Output XLR chassis plug Frequency response 3 dB 75 Hz 18 kHz Output power 2x 1000 W RMS Dispersion angle V x H 10 x 110 6 dB Sound pressure level in 1 m distance 131 dB max Operating supply voltage AC 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption 700 W nominal themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 32 Technical specifications 1700 W maximum Dimensions W x H x D 746 mm x 341 mm x 50 mm Weight 40 3 kg themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 33 Plug and connection assignment 9 Plug and connection assignment Introduction Balanced and unbalanced trans mission themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured Please note these advices because especially in Sound amp Light caution is indicated Even if a plug fits into the socket an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp a short circuit or just in poor transmission quality Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi professional environment and in hifi use Instrument cables with two conductors one core plus shielding are typical representatives of the unbalanced transmission One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans mitted through the co
10. re Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference especially at low levels such as microphone signals and when using long cables In a professional environment therefore the balanced transmission is preferred because this enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances In addition to the conduc tors Ground and Signal in a balanced transmission a second core is added This also transfers the signal but phase shifted by 180 line array element 34 Plug and connection assignment Since the interference affects both cores equally by subtracting the phase shifted signals the interfering signal is completely neutralized The result is a pure signal without any noise inter ference XLR plug balanced 1 Ground shielding 2 Signal in phase 3 Signal out of phase themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 35 Protecting the environment 10 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial Disposal of your old device themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION For the transport and protective packaging environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are properly disposed of Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste but make sure that they are collected for recycling Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This pro
11. remote control Network capability Pronet USB2CAN themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Using the network ports on the rear panel the individual devices of the entire audio system can be networked and controlled remotely with a notebook or PC The communication protocol used in the Pronet network is CanBus All you need to build such a network is the free Thomann Pronet software offered in the Tho mann Cyberstore for download the CanBus Converter item number 326058 available from Thomann and a notebook or PC Installation and user s guides are included in the free down load of the software line array element 28 Networking and remote control USB2CAN 1 Network ports on the rear panel of the first unit 2 TERMINATE pushbutton must not be pressed The LED above it is off themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 29 Networking and remote control Network setup and termination ID assignment themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 3 Network ports on the rear panel of the last unit 4 TERMINATE pushbutton must be pressed The LED above it is on The individual units must be linearly linked by RJ45 CATS cable Beginning and end of the net work bus must be terminated The beginning is terminated by the CanBus converter At the end the TERMINATE switch must be pressed on the rear panel of the last unit to enable the built in terminating resistor for termination The TERMINATE switch on all units between the CanBu
12. s converter and the last device must not be pressed Each device of a Pronet network must have a unique identifier or ID By default the USB2CAN converter has the ID 0 Any other device can only have an ID equal or higher than 1 There must be no devices with the same ID on the network The ID is assigned automatically when a device connected to the network is turned on for the first time Proceed as follows to assign a unique ID to all devices in the Pronet network 1 Turn off all devices 2 Connect them with the RJ 45 CAT5 cables in the desired order line array element 30 Networking and remote control 3 Press the TERMINATE button on the rear panel of the last unit 4 Turn on the first device while keeping its PRESET button pressed on the rear panel 5 Leave the first device turned on and repeat step 4 for all other devices until the last device is turned on When a new device is to be added only step 4 must be repeated Each device keeps its ID even if it is turned off as it is stored in the internal memory of the device The ID is only deleted or reassigned by explicit allocation as described above Find more detailed information and instructions in the User Manual supplied with the Pronet software themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 31 Technical specifications 8 Technical specifications Speakers 2 x 1 4 tweeters with titanium diaphragm and 2 x 10 woofers with 2 5 alu minum voice coil I
13. s up NETWORK IN OUT RJ45 CAT5 connectors for establishing a network connection to the CanBus Converter item number 326058 to the Pronet software and to the line array elements themann line array element MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 22 Connections and operating elements 7 Preset button This button has two functions If it s kept pressed while turning the device on the ID assignment is made The internal digital signal processor DSP assigns a new ID to the device for the remote control within the Pronet network Each device must have a unique ID so that it can be represented in the Pronet network If you assign a new ID all devices with already assigned IDs must be turned on and connected to the Pronet network If the device is already on pressing the button selects the DSP preset The selected preset is indicated by the corresponding LED STANDARD This setting is suitable for vertically flown line arrays which consist of four to eight devices or for the middle area of a larger flown array It can also be used for stacked arrays LONG THROW This setting can be used in arrays with more than six or eight devices and be loaded in the top or the top two devices in order to achieve a more balanced distribution of sound pressure especially when these devices are aimed at distant targets or the upper galleries of a large house DOWN FILL SINGLE BOX This setting which provides a much smoother frequency response can be loaded
14. stem Use the device only as described in this user manual Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Ensure that children do not detach any small parts e g knobs or the like from the unit They could swallow the pieces and choke Never let children unattended use electrical devices themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety instructions DANGER Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present Never remove any covers There are no user serviceable parts inside DANGER Electric shock caused by short circuit Always use proper ready made insulated mains cabling power cord Do not modify the mains cable Failure to do so could result in electric shock death or fire If in doubt seek advice from a registered electrician themann line array element MU
15. t it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice line array element General notes Symbols and signal words This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual Signal word Meaning DANGER This combination of symbol and signal word WARNING CAUTION NOTICE indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and environmental damage if it is not avoided themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Warning signs gt gt line array element Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning suspended load Warning danger zone Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use Safety This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement sy
16. the box A10LA line array element th mann user manual MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 13 11 2013 Table of contents RR WN 0 On A u Table of contents Generalinotes oia ie cc eii a ap sra 4 Safety instructions isnernrsrrniniseeeeeesseesserrsseersseerssersssessseessssressesesseeesseeesereesserssseesssernsee 7 A RON 11 TS ETTE EE 12 OT 14 Connections and operating elements unnnsneesenssennseennssussennssensssnnssennssnnssunnnee 21 Starting UP iii da dia 27 Networking and remote control usnennseenssensennssennssnnsssnnsennnssunssensennssenssnnnnsennssenne 28 Technical specifications ceccccsssssssssssssssesssecscssssssessscsssessesssscsscsssecsscssscsussssessscssessnseeseessessseeses 32 Plug and connection assignment iseserrssrvrsrrssrrrssereseresseveserrsseressersssensseresseresesensresserssesesssensee 34 Protecting the environment eccssecssssecsnseeessseeessnecesseessnseeccssecessseeesuneessscessnssessnseeesuneeessees 36 themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device Read and follow all safety notes and all instructions Save this manual for future reference Make sure tha
17. y safety attachment such as a Safety cable or a safety chain line array element 12 Installation CAUTION Risk of injury due to heavy weight Due to the heavy weight of the device at least two persons are required for trans port and installation NOTICE Possible property damage by magnetic fields Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field Therefore maintain an appropriate distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external magnetic field NOTICE Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Installation 4 1 Mounting Overview Connecting the devices to each other themann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Due to its mechanical structure the device can either be individually put on the ground or hung or arranged to line arrays of variable size The units can be joined together using the built in fasteners without any additional parts For easy flexible and secure mounting the flying frame item number 313502 is available as optional accessories This section shows how easy the assembly is To the left and right of the front panel a safety pin is attached allowing you to stably connect the unit to the one directly above it There is a foldable vertical latch on the rear panel This

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