æro 38A & LX-218RA User`s Manual
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1. QS EZ ge STACK FLY o ob All of the elements needed to rig or stack the systems are integral to the enclosure G1A48 G2A48 and the quick release safety pins The additional items needed are the AX AERO48 or AX AERO38 flying grids bumper bars chains and hoists the PL 38 or PL 485 dolly platforms and the AX COMBO flying grid A AX AERO48 Y AX AERO38 The AX AERO48 grid is made from 100 x 50 x 6mm steel beams and is designed to handle great loads It features a center reinforcement bar that is also used for the lifting slings The force of both the rear and the front chain hoist will determine the tilt angle of the whole array The structure will be attached to the first enclosure of the array by means of the guides G1A48 G2A48 and six quick release safety pins Weight 75Kg 165 Ibs Dimensions 144x93x10 cm HxWxD 57x36 6x4 in The AX AERO38 grid is lighter than the other one and it is recommended to be used to fly a maximum of 8 units aero 38A or 6 units LX 278RA Weight 60Kg 132 Ibs Dimensions 147x62x10 cm H x W x D B Chain hoist All units in a column will be flown from the AX AERO48 AX AERO38 flying grid bumper bar which should be used with two hoists one located in the front and the other in the rear Each hoist should have a minimum of 1 Ton load capacity when flying up 8 units and a 2 Ton load capacity when flying 9 to 162. RIGGING SYSTEM Warning This manual contains needed information for flying D A 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
3. 2 K l Alla IW a gt CHE gt 2 POWER ur AIR ine 3 Ah N HA POWER pe Q m D In the above diagram there are independent sends for the aero 38A and the LX 218RA units The signal is sent from the mixer to the systems through a DSP to control the delay of the subwoofer systems This is the basic set up for the aero 38A with LX 218RA flown flown Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual CONFIGURATION 2 h M 8x aero 38A power LINK power LINK In the above diagram there are independent sends for the aero 38A and the LX 218RA units The signal is sent fromt the mixer to the systems through a DSP to control the delay of the subwoofer systems This is EME 95550 pi i eu da 4xLX 218A POWER LINK POWER the basic set up for the aero 38A with LX 218A flown stacked Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual POWER INPUT POWER 18 APPENDIX Line connections unbalanced and balanced There are two basic ways to transport an audio signal with microphone or line l
4. 218RA Max Power 8A 10 8A 1 3 Power 5 2A gt 1 8 Power 2 4A Idle 0 6A Conexiones The aero 38A can be used full range Full range use is only recommended for applications where low SPL level and no bass reinforcement is adequate To use it in this mode simply plug the mixer into the enclosure s input The most common use will be combined with the LX 218A or LX 218RA In this case different outputs of the mixing console will be used with the aero 38A and the SUBs Both sub systems LX 218A and LX 278RA include signal treatment in the amplifiers extending their frequency range up to 85Hz As well the amplifier of the aero 38A incorporates signal treatment which provides frequency range extension down to 60Hz Due to this overlap between 60 85Hz the use of an external delay to control and adjust the phase of the subs is recommended with a digital processor for example Retardo Mezclador Mixer Delay Procesador processor LX 218A PA_LX 218RA The LOOP THRU connector is an output XLR in parallel with the input connector and is useful for daisy chaining the input signal to a number of boxes connecting them in parallel The number of units that can be linked this way depends on the output impedance of the equipment driving the enclosure such as the mixer or processor Typically to avoid signal degradation th
5. Universal Mains 85 230 V 230 V 50 Hz 60 Hz dual voltage dual voltage Dimensions H x W x D 31 6 x 138 x 60 cm 56 x 128 x 65 cm 55 x 135 x 69 cm 12 4 x 55 x 23 6 in 22 x 51 x 26 in 22 x 54 x 28 in Weight 80 kg 176 lb 73 5 kg 161 7 lb 87 5 kg 192 5 lb Accessories AX AERO38 Rigging Grid AX AERO48 Rigging Grid AX Combo Rigging Adapter PL 38 Dolly Panel included PL 385 Steel Dolly PL 485 Steel Dolly AX AERO38 Bumper AX AERO48 Bumper KITR LX218 Rigging Hardware Kit KITW 100 Caster Kit PL LX218 Dolly Panel PL 2185 Flat Bed Dolly AX AERO38 Bumper AX AERO48 Bumper KITW 100 Caster Kit PL LX218 Dolly Panel included PL 2185 Flat Bed Dolly Notes Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual 1 Maximum calculated Peak SPL based on sensitivity and RMS amplifier power 15 CONFIGURATION 1 gt LY MN AR COM 00000000 oo EME o ES50 8 x aero 38A x 4x LX 218RA lt ABS EP lt Ih N SZ POWER ART POWER POWER i S INPUT y
6. includes front and rear steel guides which permit variation of the angle between it and the last aero 38A_cabinet in the cluster Angles vary from 0 0 to 9 6 Weight 16 5Kg 36 3 lbs Dimensions 143x60x5cm 56 3x23 6x2in WwW GI The AX COMBO is joined to the last aero 38A cabinet using G1A48 and G2A48 included steel guides and 6 quick release pins The angle depends on the hole of the rigging structures where the pins are inserted through the slots of G2A48 The first aero 28 unit is joined to the AX COMBO using its G1A and G2A included cam links On the next page is a table with the angles between both systems depending on the hole where the quick release pin is being inserted Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual O o Q 200000150 ae y Splay angles using the AX COMBO F Quick release pins Each cabinet includes 6 steel heavy duty quick release pins stored on the rear panel of the cabinets Both systems aero 38A and LX 218RA can be flown using steel structures located on boths sides of the cabinets NEVER REPLACE QUICK RELEASE PINS WITH SCREWS OR OTHER ELEMENTS Pins can be used to free the
7. manual to make a correct un balanced to balanced cable 2 Connect the mixer and the unit to the same mains outlet 3 Use a cable that is as short as possible and or move the audio signal cable away from mains cables 1 Move the audio signal cable away from lighting cables Try to find out at what point the noise is leaking into the system 2 Connect the sound system to a different phase than the lights You may need the help of an electrician 1 Check you connections 2 Check the cables connectors and AC power with a suitable mains tester 3 Take the unit to a service centre for replace the blown fuse 1 Check mains voltage with a suitable mains tester 2 Check input signal because the level or the EQ are very high 3 Take the unit to a service centre 4 Take the unit to a service centre Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual BLOCK DIAGRAMS AC INPUT Loop thru ry HF Limit 77 gt F Limit 77 DE LF Limit gt Protection 4 D Signal Ud gt I HF ON Xover Eqs Limit Prot iq MF2 K MF1 Power Supply LF2 LF1 aero 38A LF1 Input Clip LF2 45 Hz 4dB 33 Hz 82 4 HZ 0 5 oct fh ARI EQ Interface Leds Power Supply AC INPUT LX 218 amp LX 218RA Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual 10
8. or E4 environments in accordance with standard EN55103 2 Electromagnetic compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity Do not cover the amplifier s radiator nor obstruct its ventilation except for the rain protector supplied by DAS For consumption reasons it is important not to connect the equipment to the same line as the lighting systems thus avoiding interruptions or sudden drops in lighting intensity N OFF A sound system should be switched on sequentially Switch on the self powered units last in your sound system switch on the subwoofer before the mid high system Switch on the sund sources such as CD players or turntables then the mixer then the processors and finally the self powered unit If you have several units it is recommended that you switch them on sequentially one at a time Follow the inverse order when switching off turning self powered units off before any other element in the sound system Disconnect the device by removing the mains connector from the mains socket The mains connector and mains socket must always be freely accessible and never covered or blocked in any way The mains cable can be detached from the device by disconnecting the Neutrik PowerCon connector Pull the metal lock back turn the Neutrik PowerCon counter clockwise to stop and pull the Neutrik PowerCon connector ou
9. pieces 6 G1A48 G2A48 Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual 13 14 Rigging systems for aero 38A and LX 218RA Safety factors The safety factor is defined as the coefficient between the breaking load limit and the maximum safe working load limit SWLL In this case the breaking load limit of each of the flying points is 4 000 kg 8 820 lbs as determined by destructive testing in independent laboratories With a 10 1 safety factor a total amount of 1 600 kg 3 527 lbs can be flown from the 4 flying points Each flying point has a capacity of 400 kg 882 Ibs with a 10 1 safety factor t 4 x 400Kg 10 1 t Each of the flying point have a load of 400Kg 882lbs with a 10 1 safety factor The maximum number of aero 38A_units that can be suspended from the AX AERO48 flying grid is 20 with 10 1 safety factor The maximum number of LX 278RA units that can be suspended from_the AX AERO48 flying grid is 16 10 1 The maximum limits established by the manufacturer should never be exceeded The use of two hoists with a load capacity as expressed on the previous page is mandatory It should be kept in mind that at certain moments the complete load may be supported by only one of the hoists This is why the load capacity of the individual hoist must be superior to the weight of the array column NOT
10. presence indicator at the amplifier s inputs C ON Indicator light for amplifier channels D PROTECTION Indicates that the amplifier is under protection mode because damage risk due to short circuit or extreme working temperature E FUSE F1 AC INPUT With PowerCon NAC 3 FCA connector Only when the connector is inserted and rotated clicked into place will the AC turn on The connector can be used as a switch rotating the connector to or from the locked position will turn the unit on or off respectively Mute the signal feeding the INPUT before turning the unit on or off F2 AC OUTPUT With white PowerCon NAC 3 FCB connector This is used as an AC loop thru so that up to 6 boxes at 230V can be power from a single AC line G INPUT Balanced signal XLR Pin assignments as follows 1 GND ground 2 Non inverted input 3 Inverted input H LOOP THRU Used for paralleling several units which will share the same input The output can also be used to provide signal for an outboard power amplifier F1 PowerCon NAC 3FCA F2 PowerCon NAC 3DFCB G Input XLR H Output XLR LF RED gt MF REDJO gt E Fuse LX 218A amp LX 218RA Low frequency mono amplified system Nominal amplifier power 2400W RMS class D A INPUT CLIP Red LED indicates and excessive input signal saturation of the DSP and excessive increases in distortion B LOOP THRU XLR typ
11. the following ratios must be met 5 1 for steel cable slings 4 1 for steel chain slings 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 Description D A S Audio aero 38A and LX
12. 218RA line array systems include 2 rigging structures on each side of the box Manufactured from zinc plated steel they are painted black and are affixed to an internal plate with special crop resistant screws Two special stainless steel guides are assembled to each of the structures G1A48 front guide and G2A48 back guide allow for stacking or flying of boxes Splay angles can be changed from 0 to 3 29 in 0 8 increments and from 3 2 to 9 6 in 1 6 increments To lock both guides six 6 quick release safety pins Supplied must be used The G1A48 front guide provides a solid connection to the box and whatever is on top of it while the G2A48 rear guide determines the vertical splay angle whether stacked or flown as a function of the hole where the pin gets inserted Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual Y G2A48 SD QUICK RELEASE PIN 8X30 6 UNITS PER CABINET oY d U G1A48 To aid the setting of the G2A48 guide in the corresponding hole in the top box each hole is labeled with an associated angle both for stacked and flown applications To fit the guides into the holes highly resistant 8 mm quick release pins with a ball safety lock are used For flying boxes and defining the splay angle the pins must be inserted in the slot of guide 2 G2A48 whereas for stacking stacked the pin goes through the top hole of the guide
13. DESCRIPTION aero 38A LX 218RA Preliminary ON OFF Overload indicators Overheating Equalization Low mains voltage Current consumption Connections Rain protector Troubleshooting BLOCK DIAGRAMS RIGGING SYSTEM Warning Description Safety factors SPECIFICATIONS CONFIGURATIONS APPENDIX Line connections un balanced and balanced Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual 10 15 16 18 Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual SYSTEM DESCRIPTION DAS Audio offers the aero 38A and LX 218kRA self powered cabinets for applications requiring precise control of the vertical coverage and high sound pressure levels The aero 38A is a three way system which integrates two 12 low frequency units two 10 mid range devices and one compression driver coupled to the SERPIS 38 high frequency plane wave adaptor insuring coherent high frequency summing and the generation of a flat isophasic wave front When increased sound pressure level in the low frequency range is required the system can be used in conjunction with LX 218RA subwoofer units The system is ideal for applications such as large scale outdoor indoor events in arenas stadiums or theaters Both units are manufactured using 15 18 mm Finnish Birch plywood The aero 38A enclosure shape is trapezoidal with 5 angles The LX 218RA enclosures are rectangular The aero 38A and LX 218RA systems incorporate captive rigg
14. E The rigging systems of the aero 38 aero 38A and the aero 48 are compatible Some accessories AX AERO38 AX AERO48 can be used by both systems Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual SPECIFICATIONS MODEL aero 384 LX 218A LX 218RA Nominal LF Amplifier Power 1000 W 2400 W 2400 W Nominal MF Amplifier Power 500 W Nominal HF Amplifier Power 500 W Input Type Balanced Balanced Balanced Input Impedance 20 kohms 20 kohms 20 kohms Sensitivity Line 1 95 V 8 dBu Line 1 95 V 8 dBu Line 1 95 V 8 dBu Frequency Range 10 dB 60 Hz 18 kHz 28 Hz 100 Hz 28 Hz 100 Hz Rated Maximum Peak SPL at 1 m 1 137 dB 142 dB 142 dB Coverage AnglegH 90 Nominal M Splay Angle Dependent Enclosure Material Plywood Plywood Plywood Enclosure Geometry Tapezoidal 5 Rectangular Rectangular Color Finish Black Paint Black Paint Black Paint Rigging System ntegrated in box design Ground Stackable Integrated in box design Transducers Replacement Parts LF 2 x 12GNC GM 12G F 2 x 10LMN16 GM 10LMN16 HF 1 x ND 10 GMK 8H 2 x 18LX GM 18LX 2 x 18LX GM 18LX Connectors PUT Female XLR INPUT Female XLR INPUT Female XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR LOOP THRU Male XLR AC INPUT PowerCon AC INPUT PowerCon AC INPUT PowerCon AC OUTPUT PowerCon AC OUTPUT PowerCon AC OUTPUT PowerCon AC Power Requirements 115 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Universal Mains 85 230 V
15. The outer wiring connected to the device requires installation by an instructed person or the use of a flexible cable already prepared If the apparatus is connected permanently the electrical system of the building must incorporate a multipolar switch with a separation of contact of at least 3mm in each pole Unplug this apparatus during ligtning storms earthquakes or when unused for long periods of time Do not place loudspeakers in proximity to devices sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material The appliance should be flown only from the rigging points and by qualified personnel Do not suspend the box from the handles and respect the maximium load values given in the manual 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 Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual LX 218A El signo de exclamaci n dentro de un tri ngulo indica la existencia de importantes instrucciones de operaci n y mantenimiento en la documentaci n que acompa a al producto Conserve y lea todas estas instruccione
16. User s Manual ero 38A er LX 2718RA ero 38A El signo de exclamaci n dentro de un tri ngulo indica la existencia de importantes instrucciones de operaci n y mantenimiento en la documentaci n que acompa a al producto Conserve y lea todas estas instrucciones Siga las advertencias Equipo de Clase I El signo del rayo con la punta de flecha alerta contra la presencia de voltajes peligrosos no aislados Para reducir el riesgo de choque el ctrico no retire la cubierta No instale el aparato cerca de ninguna fuente de calor como radiadores estufas u otros aparatos que produzcan calor Debe instalarse siempre sin bloquear la libre circulaci n de aire por las aletas del radiador No exponga este equipo a la lluvia o humedad sin el protector de lluvia recomendado No use este aparato cerca del agua piscinas y fuentes por ejemplo No exponga el equipo a salpicaduras sin el protector de lluvia recomendado ni coloque sobre l objetos que contengan l quidos tales como vasos y botellas 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 42 C con una humedad relativa m xima del 95 con un rango de 10 de la tensi n nominal de alimentaci n indicada en la etiqueta trasera seg n IEC 60065 2001 Si debe sustituir el
17. clamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intend to alert the users to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Keep these instructions lass device Cc The lightning and arrowhead symbol warns about the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat The circulation of air through the heatsink must not be blocked Do not expose this device to rain or moisture without the rain protector supplied Do not use this apparatus near water for example swimming pools and fountains Do not place any objects containing liquids such as bottles or glasses on the top of the unit Do not splash liquids on the unit without the rain protector supplied 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 42 C with a relative humidity of 95 with 10 of the rated main voltage value indicated on the rear label according to IEC 60065 2001 If the fuse needs to be replaced please pay attention to correct type and ratings
18. compatibility Product family standard for audio video audio visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use Part 2 Immunity Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA 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 at shippers risk and freight prepaid to the nearest service center with a copy of the purchase invoice Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual CONTENTS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION LINE DRAWINGS AMPLIFIER
19. d 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 Reselling of the product is only possible if the user manual is aviable Any changes made to the product have to be documented in writing and passed on to the buyer in the event of resale Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA 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 aero 38A LX 218A y LX 218kRA Declares that aero 38A LX 278A and LX 218kRA 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 o Directiva RAEE WEEE 2002 96 CE Y es conforme a las siguientes Normas Armonizadas Europeas In accordance with Harmonized European Norms 0 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
20. do el manual de usuario Cualquier cambio producido en el producto tiene que ser documentado por escrito y aprobado por el comprador en el momento de la reventa Cajas ac sticas activas Self powered loudspeaker enclosures The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intend to alert the users to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Keep these instructions WARNING This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product my cause radio interferences in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Use this product only in E1 E2 E3 or E4 environments according to EN55103 2 Do not remove mains connector ground it is dangereous and illegal Class device The lightning and arrowhead symbol warns about the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove the cover Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat The circulation of air through the heatsink must not be blocked Do not expose this device to rain or moisture Do not use this apparatus near water for example swimming pools and fountains Do not place any objects containing liquids such as bottles or glasses on the top of the unit Do not splash liquids on the unit IP 20 equipment Th
21. e maximum number that can be daisy chained is given by the formula Zc gt 10Zs where Zc is the load impedance and Zs is the output impedance of the equipment driving the enclosure mixer console etc For instance a mixing console with 100 ohm output impedance allows daisy chaining 20 boxes when the input impedance of the cabinets is 20K ohm En Ss ogo M iii As can be seen in the diagram independent signal lines exist for the subwoofer units LX 218RA The signal that goes to the subs is processed by means of a DSP to adjust the delay between both systems Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual Rain protector Electronic devices can be damaged when exposed to water or moisture aero 38A LX 218A and LX 218RA amplifiers must be protected when installed outdoors A rain protector is supplied with each aero 38A LX 218A and LX 278RA unit The rain protector is specially designed to withstand soft rain and other meteorological conditions for short periods of time In the case of heavy rains storms or permanent outdoors installations the sound system must be protected with additional elements The rain protectors supplied with each unit have been manufactured with firepr
22. e output signal connector for connecting several units together and sending them all the same signal C INPUT XLR type input signal connector which just like the LOOP THRU connector is a balanced connector with the following pins 1 GND Ground 2 Non invertided input 3 Invertided input D CLIP Red LED indicates amplifier saturation in other words when it reaches Clip E PROTECTION Yellow LED indicates that the protection system has been activated If the problem that activated the protection is resolved the amplifier will restart The problems that can activate the protection system are Mains power out of operating range Overheating Overload or short circuit DC voltage present at the loudspeaker output F SIGNAL Green LED indicates signal G POWER Green LED indicates ON H Heatsink Although the heatsink does not reach high temperatures during normal use the heatsink should not be covered or obstructed in any way and it should not be touched 1 AC INPUT Neutrik model PowerCon NCA3 connector for connection to the mains supply This only connects when it is turned and locked and is equipped with a securing tab Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual Preliminary This product should only be used in E1 E2 E3
23. ed to balanced connections try disconnecting the sleeve ground on the input connector Note that the illustrations show what should be connected to what but that pin locations on an actual XLR connector are different Also pin 2 hot is assumed on XLR connectors 2 2 G Day A 3 3 Balanced XLR Cannon to Balanced XLR 2 2 ES zzz E gt 3 3 Unbalanced XLR Cannon to Balanced XLR TRS S 3 Balanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced XLR Cannon T 2 SM SR Dee T S S 3 Unbalanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced XLR Cannon 2 T 5 E n 1 T S S 3 RCA Phono to Balanced XLR Cannon S S Balanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced 1 4 Jack S S Unbalanced 1 4 Jack to Balanced 1 4 Jack T S S S SRT RCA Phono to Balanced 1 4 Jack Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual Ze im o lt amp rep u lt
24. evel Unbalanced line Utilising a two conductor cable it transports the signal as the voltage between them Electromagnetic interference can get added to the signal as undesired noise Connectors that carry unbalanced signals have two pins such as RCA Phono and Y 6 35mm often referred to as jack mono 3 pin connector such as XLR Cannon may also carry unbalanced signals if one of the pins is unused Balanced line Utilising a three conductor cable one of them acts as a shield against electromagnetic noise and is the ground conductor The other two have the same voltage with respect to the ground conductor but with opposite signs The noise that cannot be rejected by the shield affects both signal conductors in the same way At the device s input the two signals get summed with opposite sign so that noise is cancelled out while the programme signal doubles in level Most professional audio devices use balanced inputs and outputs Connectors that can carry balanced signal have three pins such as XLR Cannon and Y 6 35mm stereo The graphs that follow show the recommended connection with different types of connectors to balanced processor or amplifier inputs The connectors on the left hand side come from a signal source and the ones on the right hand side go to the inputs of the processor or amplifier Note that on the unbalanced connectors on the left hand side two terminals are joined in side the connector If hum occurs with balanc
25. fusible preste atenci n al tipo y rango El cableado exterior conectado al equipo requiere de su instalaci n por una persona instruida o el uso de cables flexibles ya preparados Si el aparato es conectado permanentemente la instalaci n el ctrica del edificio debe incorporar un interruptor multipolar con separaci n de contacto de al menos 3mm en cada polo Desconecte este aparato durante tormentas terremotos o cuando no se vaya a emplear durante largos periodos el ctricas No emplace altavoces en proximidad a equipos sensibles a campos magn ticos tales como monitores de televisi n o material magn tico de almacenamiento de datos 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 y respete los valores m ximos de carga dados en el manual 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 equipo se haya da ado de alguna forma 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 haya recibido un golpe o su cable de red est da ado Limpie con un pa o seco No use limpiadores con disolventes E Cajas ac sticas activas Self powered loudspeaker enclosures The ex
26. ies are handled by one ND 10 high frequency compression driver with 4 EFW coil Neodymium magnet and 1 5 exit coupled to one Serpis 38 plane wave guide The Serpis 38 plane wave adaptor also serves as a heat sink for the compression driver The LX 218RA include two 18LX 18 cone transducers long excursion loudspeakers with enhanced performance and optimized design The aero 38A reproduces frequencies from 60 Hz To combine the aero 38A with subwoofer units the LX 218A is recommended for ground stacking and the LX 218A is recommended when subwoofers are to be flown The LX 218 subwoofers as well as the aero 38A s include the correct signal treatment and crossover points Using an external DSP will only be necessary to adjust the delay between the aero 38A units and the subwoofers used as there were be an overlap of the frequencies between 60 Hz and 80 Hz LINE DRAWINGS 1380 JO aero 38A ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS 550 685 LX 218RA BIF ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILIMETERS Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual AMPLIFIER DESCRIPTION aero 38A Three way self powered system Nominal amplifier power LF 1000W MF 500W HF 500W RMS class D A LIMIT Amplifier limiter indicator lights When lit the level of the signal source should be reduced B SIGNAL Signal
27. ing hardware which is compatible with one another and designed to provide a fast simple and safe rigging by means of quick release safety pins Splay angles can be changed from 0 to 3 2 in 0 8 increments and from 3 2 to 9 6 in 1 6 increments To facilitate transport the aero 38A units are equipped with a PL 38 front dolly panel attached by means of the rigging hardware The front dolly panel is useful when rigging systems The PL 485 a metal dolly for vertically stacking 3 to 4 aero 38A units is available as an accessory The LX 278RA system incorporates a PL LX218 dolly panel usefull to transport the cabinet The PL 2785 a metal dolly platform for vertically stacking 3 to 4 LX 218RA units is available as an accessory The loudspeakers used in the system feature advanced technologies new TAF total air flow cooling systems Neodymium magnetic circuits which allow for important weight reductions titanium diaphragms for the high frequency sections and low mid frequency cones manufactured using crossed fibers and elastic suspension that provide exceptional stability in the vertical plane The model aero 38A includes two 12GNC 12 cone transducer with 4 EFW voice coils and Neodymium magnet assemblies in a bass reflex configuration Two 70LMN16 10 speakers arranged in a V shape incorporating 3 EFW voice coils Neodymium magnet assemblies and TAF cooling system are used for mid range reproduction High frequenc
28. ins voltage If mains voltage falls below the shutdown voltage for the unit it will stop playing the yellow led is on Protection activated When acceptable levels are regained the unit will switch back on automatically the yellow led is off Protection deactivated In the case of the aero 38A the maximum voltage is 264 Vrms and the shutdown voltage is 156 Vrms divide by 2 for 115V In the case of the LX 218A and LX 278RA the mains supply input can assess the network s voltage level and thus makes the system work in two possible voltage ranges From 85 Vrms to 130 Vrms and from 170 Vrms to 260 Vrms Therefore in a country with a nominal mains supply voltage of 120 Vrms the unit will disconnect when the voltage in the socket goes below 85V or above 130V both Vrms Likewise in a country with a nominal mains supply voltage of 230 Vrms the unit will disconnect itself when the voltage at the plug goes below 170V or above 260V both Vrms The current draw for 230 V can be seen on the accompanying table Double the ratings to get the 115V current consumption Note E1 Residential E2 Commercial and light industrial E3 Urban outdoors E4 Controlled EMC environment and the rural outdoors environment Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual aero 38A Pink Noise Sinusoidal Max Power 2 5A 8A 1 3 Power i 3 2A 1 8 Power 1 6A Idle 0 25A 0 25A LX 218A amp LX
29. is 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 42 C with a relative humidity of 95 with 10 of the rated main voltage value indicated on the rear label according to IEC 60065 2001 The outer wiring connected to the device requires installation by an instructed person or the use of a flexible cable already prepared If the apparatus is connected permanently the electrical system of the building must incorporate a multipolar switch with a separation of contact of at least 3mm in each pole Unplug this apparatus during ligtning storms earthquakes or when unused for long periods of time Do not place loudspeakers in proximity to devices sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material Do not place the product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The device may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the device itself The appliance should be flown only from the rigging points and by qualified personnel Do not suspend the box from the handles 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 liqui
30. nectado al equipo requiere de su instalaci n por una persona instruida o el uso de cables flexibles ya preparados Si el aparato es conectado permanentemente la instalaci n el ctrica del edificio debe incorporar un interruptor multipolar con separaci n de contacto de al menos 3mm en cada polo Desconecte este aparato durante tormentas el ctricas terremotos o cuando no se vaya a emplear durante largos periodos No emplace altavoces en proximidad a equipos sensibles a campos magn ticos tales como monitores de televisi n o material magn tico de almacenamiento de datos No emplace el producto sobre un carro base tripode soporte o mesa inestables El dispositivo puede caer causando serias heridas y da ndose gravemente colgado del equipo s lo debe realizarse utilizando los herrajes le colgado recomendados y por personal cualificado No cuelgue la caja de las asas 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 equipo se haya da ado de alguna forma 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 haya recibido un golpe o su cable de red est da ado Limpie con un pa o seco No use limpiadores con disolventes La reventa del producto s lo es posible incluyen
31. oof materials The aero 38A s rain protector features several small holes on the top side to allow convection cooling of the amplifier aero 38A rain protector LX 218RA or LX 218A rain protector Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual Troubleshooting PROBLEM No sound from the unit The SIGNAL presence LED indicator s do es not light up Full power cannot be obtained The overload LED indicator s never light s up Sound is distorted The overload LED indicator s is are not on or only light up occasionally Sound is distorted and very loud One or more overload LED indicators light up Hum or buzz when a mixer is connected to the unit Hum or buzz when using lighting controls in the same building The power on LED indicator s do es not light up when the power connector is rotated and locked at the ON LOCK position No sound from the unit The Protection LED indicator is on SOLUTION 1 Check that the mixer or sound source is sending signal to the UNIT 2 Check that the cable from the sound source to the UNIT is connected correctly Replace the cable if defective If using a mixer use the balanced output if available Use a professional mixer with a hotter output Turn mixer channel gains down Check that none of your signal sources are distorting Turn down the mixer s output 1 Read the appendix of this
32. s Siga las advertencias ATENCI N Es un producto clase A por lo que en entornos dom sticos puede causar radio interferencias en cuyo caso el usuario tendr que tomar las medidas oportunas De acuerdo con EN55103 2 usar el equipo s lo en entornos El E2 E3 E4 No desconecte la tierra en el conector de alimentaci n pues el eligroso e ilegal Equipo de Clase I p El signo del rayo con la punta de flecha alerta contra la presencia de voltajes peligrosos no aislados Para reducir el iesgo de choque el ctrico no retire la cubierta No instale el aparato cerca de ninguna fuente de calor como radiadores estufas u otros aparatos que produzcan calor Debe instalarse siempre sin bloquear la libre circulaci n de aire por las aletas del radiador No exponga este equipo a la lluvia o humedad No use este aparato cerca del agua piscinas y fuentes por ejemplo 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 42 C con una humedad relativa m xima del 95 con un rango de 10 de la tensi n nominal de alimentaci n indicada en la etiqueta trasera seg n IEC 60065 2001 El cableado exterior co
33. t Always disconnect the device by removing the mains connector from the mains socket before detaching the mains cable at the Neutrik PowerCon connector IMPORTANT Do not disconnect the Neutrik PowerCon connector during music Ensure that the device is disconnected from mains by observing that the lamp marked POWER is turned off Please note that the POWER lamp can stay on for several seconds after the mains power has been disconnected Overload indicators This device has two indicators red leds one for overload input signal and other for the amplifier s clip The indicators should not be lit continuously This distorts the signal quickly fatiguing your ears and may damage the speakers Therefore it is recommended that you never work with this leds on at most they should blink only occasionally Overheating This equipment does not normally overheat during normal conditions of use When overheating occurs the unit protects itself and the yellow LED Protection lights up You should then find out why and if necessary contact an authorised dealer for Technical Assistance Normally it is enough just to let the unit cool down after you have corrected the problem so that the system functions properly again Equalisation The units does not need extreme settings of equalisation to produce quality sound Avoid high levels of gain on the equalisers Gain values above 3 dB on a console s EQ are not recommended Low ma
34. units Load capacity per hoist safety factor 10 1 AX AERO48 gt 1000Kg gt 2000Kg gt 750Kg gt 1500Kg AX AERO38 1 gt 6 units gt 750Kg gt 750Kg For example if 12 units LX 278RA are going to be flown from the AX AERO48 each hoist to be used should have a load capacity of 2 ton 9 gt 16 units x x 3 1 gt 10 units 11 gt 20 units aero38A LX 218RA aero 38A Manual del Usuario aero 38A amp LX 218RA User s Manual 11 12 C Platforms PL 38 and PL LX218 The PL 38 dolly panels facilitate transport of the aero 38A systems They can also be used to facilitate flying the systems Each cover is attached to the enclosure by using the flying hardware attached to each box and is fixed with the quick release safety pins The LX 218RA systems also include one PL LX278 dolly panel per cabinet PL LX218 D PL 485 and PL 2185 The PL 485 platform is a valuable accesory which allows up to 4 aero 38A units to be transported in a stacked position ready to be flown The PL 485 is made from steel and has 4 heavy duty casters with locking brakes Also the PL 2185 is the platform indicated for LX 218kRA E AX COMBO The AX COMBO is a rigging adapter to be used when aero 28 units are needed to be flown under aero 38A units as dowfill systems Maximum 6 CA 28A units and 8 CA 28B units can be flown from this rigging grid The AX COMBO
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