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1. Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 Position 4 Position 5 Position 6 Freq 200Hz Depth 6 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Output dB Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 Position 4 Position 5 Position 6 Freq 200Hz Q Q 6 Frequency Hz High Frequency Shelving Filter Output dB 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Frequency Hz rear panel MAINS INPUT POWER VOLTAGE MODULE BALANCED SELECTOR DOCK UNBALANCED O l SIGNAL INPUT Mains Input Connect the mains supply here Ensure that you use only the cable supplied or a genuine EVENT replacement Note that the amplifier is not entirely disconnected from mains power unless this cable is completely disconnected Mains Switch Use the Mains Switch to turn the Opal on or off Voltage Selector The voltage selector allows for varying power input levels 115 240V Under most circumstances this should never be changed from the factory supplied setting Module Dock The Module Dock is a proprietary EVENT expansion Input Output allowing the future expansion of the Opal without needing to invest in an entirely new speaker If a module is connected the expansion module status LED at the bottom left of the front of the Opa2. 0 003 90 watts into 5 ohm load 15dB 50 watts 112 watts 140 watts Class AB Convection Aluminium Heat Sink Both high frequency and low frequency were measured simultaneously for this specifictation Burst power was measured using a 1kHz burst tone waveform where the burst portion contains four cycles on and the low level off signal contains 200 cycles This test signal succinctly represents the strain and demands placed on the amplifier by music content containing high transients NN OPAL physical Cabinet Volume Cabinet Construction Cabinet Finish Low Frequency Vents Waveguide Construction Waveguide Mounting Points Cabinet Dimensions Cabinet Weight Shipping Dimensions Shipping Weight Operating Temperature Range Agency Approvals specifications 28 Litres High Pressure Injection Moulded Aluminium Black Powdercoat Two Variable Impedance Ports patent pending High Pressure Injection Moulded Aluminium Elliptical waveguide Rotatable Four each M8 Omni mount Pattern 295mmW x 450mmH x 273mmD 11 6 W x 17 7 H x 10 87 D 212kg 46 74lb 390mmW x 575mmH x 380mmD 15 4 W x 22 6 H x 15 D 24 3kg 53 57lb 5 35 C 40 95 F CE WE Cee CIE SASONNOI eias NN OPRPAL O International 107 Carnarvon Street Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia Ph 61 29648 5855 Fax 61 2 9648 2455 www eventelectronics com USA P O Box 4189 Santa Barbara CA
3. acoustic filter Freq Adjusts the center position of the acoustic filter from 40Hz to 280Hz Depth Adjusts the intensity of the acoustic filter 1 OdB 2 2dB 3 4dB 4 8dB 5 14sB 6 20dB The default setting is OdB filter not engaged LF shelf Allows for the implementation of a shelving filter centered at 200Hz Available options are 1 5 75 0 75 and 1 5dB The default setting is O filter not engaged HF shelf Allows for the implementation of a shelving filter centered at 5kHz Available options are 1 5 75 0 4 75 and 1 5dB The default setting is O filter not engaged DIM Allows for the adjustment of the brightness of the EVENT rotatable badge on the front of the cabinet Settings range from 0 completely off to 4 The default setting is 2 LLL e 7a N Space Filter 7 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Frequency Hz Freq Filter T 3 g 5 0 o 3 O 6 a Freq control sweep 40Hz to 280Hz m Q 6 Depth 6 i 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k KR 20k Frequency Hz Low Frequency Shelving Filter ao g 5 o 5 O 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Frequency Hz filter resoonse graphs Q Filter Output dB
4. periods of time 14 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 15 Keep packaging out of reach of children 16 Take care when lifting the speaker The supplied bag is not designed to support the speaker s weight 17 The EVENT Opal is a precision monitoring tool capable of producing high sound pressure levels that could cause permanent hearing loss Please exercise caution when listening ideally using an SPL meter to monitor output levels 18 Never touch the heatsink blue while in operation Never cover the Opal while turned on Ensure there is suitable ventilation around the rear of the cabinet for heat dissipation 19 The appliance coupler shall remain operable once the product is installed 20 Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture 21 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus 22 The Opal is a free standing speaker and is designed for operation on open surfaces such as speaker stands or a work surface Do not operate the Opal within cabinets or any enclosed space with limited ventilati
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6. Impedance Nominal in Cabinet Cone Type Power Handling Continuous Pink Noise Program Power Peak Power 180mm 7 1 X Coil double Low distortion design 66mm 2 6 65 2mm 2 56 High Strength Polyamide Glass Fiber Copper Clad Al Neodymium XBL Split Gap 5 Ohms Carbon fiber composite 240 watts 360 watts 720 watts high frequency transducer ULD1 Dome Diameter Voice Coil Diameter Magnet Type Impedance DCr Impedance Nominal in Cabinet Dome Type Power Handling Continuous Pink Noise Program Power Peak Power Za Aira 25 0mm 0 98 Neodymium 6 Ohms 5 Ohms Beryllium Copper 25 watts above 1 6kHz 50 watts above 1 6kHz 100 watts above 1 6kHz Nh OPRPAL specifications specifications low frequency amplifier Frequency Response Operating Band Pass Total Harmonic Distortion Voltage Gain Long Term Power 5 Ohms Continuous Power 5 Ohms Burst Power 5 Ohms Output Topology Cooling high frequency amplifier Frequency Response Operating Band Pass Total Harmonic Distortion Voltage Gain Long Term Power 5 Ohms Continuous Power 5 Ohms Burst Power 5 Ohms Output Topology Cooling Continuous power was measured using 1kHz sine wave signal 20Hz 20kHz x0 1dB 20Hz 1 600Hz 0 009 Q 300 watts into 5 ohm load 24dB 2 0 watts 38 watts 600 watts Class AB Convection Aluminium Heat Sink 20Hz 20kHz x0 1dB 1 600Hz 20 000Hz
7. The EVENT StudioEQ system allows for precise calibration and measurement of your speakers with respect to your listening space and position For more information please visit www eventelectronics com STUDIO EQ STUDIO EQ i 7 VM specifications system Frequency Response 35Hz 22kHz see graph Crossover Frequency 1600Hz Crossover Type Acoustic 8th Order 48dB Oct 3rd Harmonic Distortion 90dB SPL 1m 500 7kHz 0 08 200 20kHz 0 2 lt 200Hz 1 5 Acoustic Output SPL 1m Long Term 80Hz 20kHz 111dB Peak 80Hz 20kHz 114dB Signal Input Combo XLR 1 4 TRS bal unbal Input Sensitivity 55 v rms is OdBu AC Input Voltage 110 120V or 220 240V selectable 90 110V Japan AC Input Connector 2 Pin IEC Average Long Term Power Consumption 220 watts Quiescent Power Consumption lt 20 watts Frequency Response Freq Response vs 3rd Harmonic Distortion 110 80 dBSPL Freq Response dBSPL Frequency Response B dBSPL 3rd Harmonic Distortion 3rd Harmonic Distortion 10 20 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k 200 500 1k 2k 5k Frequency Hz Frequency Hz NN OPAL low frequency transducer EX8 Piston Diameter Voice Coil Configuration Voice Coil Diameter X Coil Diameter Former Material Voice Coil Wire Magnet Type Magnetic Gap Design
8. an excessive input level The Opal will automatically attenuate output levels for ten seconds to allow the operator time to correct the source level The middle light will illuminate orange in the event of excessive temperature and the speaker output will automatically attenuate to allow the Opal to reset In this case it is important to lower the speaker temperature to reasonable level after which the Opal will automatically reset Bottom light red The bottom light will only illuminate red in the event of a fault condition In this case the Opal requires factory service see warranty information Operation of the expansion module status LED blue will depend on the actual module being used Consult the expansion module user guide for more information NN OPRPAL positioning your speakers The EVENT Opal monitors are physically identical When used in a stereo configuration there is no physical or acoustic distinction between the left and right speakers While we recommend mounting the Opal in vertical orientation it has been designed to allow horizontal alignment see horizontal mounting For precise calibration within your monitoring environment please utilise the Event StudioEO system available free of charge when you register your monitors online at www eventelectronics com sweet spot Mount the speakers slightly inward so that the driver components directly face the listening position When oriented this way
9. bilities of any other monitoring system All these elements combine to provide the Opal dynamic extended mid range and powerful low end with seamless integration across the frequency range and the widest sweet spot of any system currently available The EVENT Opal is truly a revolution in studio Monitoring aile the opal front ULD tweeter rotatable badge EX driver expansion module status LED LLL 7a N rotatable waveguide status LEDs front ports front control panel cover the opal rear handle heatsink speaker mounting points M8 accessory mounting points M4 rear panel expansion module mounting points serial number dI OPFPFAL front control panel 0 75 3 0 75 1 5 0 Level Allows for modification of the input sensitivity from 6dB to 6aB in regards to the reference sensitivity of 0 775v RMS The default setting is 0 Space Allows for the setting of Full Half and Quarter space to compensate for the low frequency output caused by the speaker location If placed in an open environment select Full space If placed against a wall select Half space If placed in a corner select Quarter space Room EQ Controls The room equalisation controls allow for the implementation of an acoustic filter that can be used to eliminate room resonance under 200Hz that can cause less defined bass reproduction Q Adjusts the width in frequency of the
10. crewdriver Please note that the supplied rubber plinth should always be used when mounting the speaker either vertically or horizontally to prevent any movement of the cabinet WI OFPAL warranty information and support The EVENT Opal is supplied with a two year manufacturer s warranty from date of purchase covering defect in product or workmanship The warranty excludes defects caused by modification shipping damage or failure to use the speaker as per the instruction guide Please retain your sales receipt as proof of purchase If you experience any problems with your Opal please contact the EVENT Customer Service department via the details below Before calling however we ask that you please consult the Technical Support section of our web site www eventelectronics com Please note that there are no user serviceable parts within the EVENT Opal For any servicing please refer to an authorised service technician If you believe your monitor is in need of repair please contact the Event Customer Service department to request a Return Authorization Number RA We can accept for servicing only those units that are accompanied by an RA Units shipped without an RA number will be refused EVENT Electronics Customer Support Email techsupport eventelectronics com Phone International 61 2 9648 5855 USA 805 566 7777 x3 12 30 4PM PST Monday Friday NNiOPRPAL studioEQ calibration system
11. etailed and high level of high speed bass The Opal s patented X Coil configuration increases the EX8 driver speed and lowers harmonic distortion by up to 18dB which results in mid range accuracy that truly surpasses even the finest three way studio monitors The EX8 bespoke cone material provides extension and control to complete this revolutionary driver The ULD1 tweeter combines ultra light and rigid beryllium copper with one of the most powerful neodymium tweeter motors of any system available to provide the Opal with unbelievable high frequency definition while minimising any distortion It is mounted in a fully rotatable waveguide to provide complete versatility in application NN OPAL The Opal cabinet is moulded from aluminium to provide strength and minimise resonance It is curved in a combination of complex radii completely minimising flat or cornered sections that can cause diffraction issues A no compromise approach to port design has resulted in front mounted variable impedance bass reflex ports that eliminate problems created by rear reflection ports that rely on room acoustics and also air distortion artifacts found in conventional front ported systems This gives the Opal fast deep and accurate bass response The Opals drive electronic system is purely high fidelity analogue providing 750 watts of peak power in two way configuration and giving the Opal a transient response and low distortion that surpasses the capa
12. l will illuminate Balanced Unbalanced Signal Input The Opal allows for the input of a balanced or unbalanced line input The port accepts an XLR style cannon jack or a 4 mono jack LLL e 7a N status LEDs The EVENT Opal is an extremely powerful studio monitoring tool therefore care needs to be taken when listening Professional monitoring should ideally be performed between 85 95dB While the Opal provides ample headroom above these levels extended listening can cause permanent hearing damage as well as over excurt the EVENT EX8 driver The Opal features four status LEDs to indicate the speaker and amplifier status It is important to familiarise yourself with the function of these LEDs as they will communicate the status of your speaker and the inputs Startup sequence When the Opal is first switched on and is running a self diagnosis the output will be muted and the middle LED will illuminate white for twelve seconds then flash for ten seconds Following this the Opal will be ready for use Top light green yellow The top light will flash green in indication of the input signal level In the event that the signal begins to overload the amplifier the light will change to yellow This is intended as a warning only and it is up to the listener to determine if the audio level needs to be decreased Middle light white orange Following the startup sequence the middle light will only illuminate white in the event of
13. on IUIS 2 LLL 7a N NN OPRPAL introduction Thank you for purchasing the EVENT Opal Before you set up your speakers for the first time please read through this user manual to ensure you are able to get the most out of your investment The no compromise design brief for these speakers was essentially the impossible The Opal was to be an 8 inch two way speaker with the same dynamic and extended mid range as the most expensive three way systems It had to feature extended and powerful bass response and have seamless and transparent integration through all the frequency range Distortion was entirely unacceptable After many years of research and engineering EVENT has defied conventional audio philosophy and created the Opal Its woofer tweeter amplifier and cabinet all feature innovative and unique design and technology elements combined to create one of the finest studio monitoring system ever released The EX8 driver provides characteristics previously unheard of in any other 8 speaker It provides a raw response of 30Hz 10KHz and a power handling of 1000 watts Its high power neodymium motor offers 36mm of linear excursion which gives the listener an extremely d
14. the listener is in the sweet spot which yields the most accurate stereo reproduction If you need a wider sweet spot to allow for greater listener movement or for group monitoring face the speakers in a slightly more open position but never more than necessary While not ideal if you must mount the speakers substantially above or below ear level you will also need to tilt the cabinets downward or upward to keep the driver components directly facing you It is important to note that the listening space has a large effect on the performance of speakers particularly the low frequency response It is best to try your monitors in a variety of positions to acheive optimum results Additionally the Opal s in built acoustic filters can be introduced see front control panel NNOPRPAL horizontal mounting The EVENT Opal has been designed to overcome the performance issues exhibited in traditional monitoring systems when mounting the speaker horizontally The key to this performance gain is the Opal s rotatable high frequency waveguide For more information on rotating the Opal waveguide please visit www eventelectronics com Please note that this operation should only be carried out by qualified service personnel Note that when mounting the Opal horizontally the tweeter should always be on the inside as shown below The EVENT badge is also rotatable To lift the badge from its magnetic mounting gently pry from the bottom with a flat s
15. yi e YAN n M uA Ys SA SYN a wi a T TEAN di y t NN HOPAL user manual important safety instructions Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart aparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
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