Laney Amplification Speaker CX15-A User's Manual
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1. CD inputs This provides good compatibility with most audio sources such as mixers CD players etc Whilst microphones would normally be connected to the external mixer you can drive this system as in the previous setup this gives you flexibility to take only the sound equipment to the gig that you need CXSub POWER CONSUMPTION 300 Watts 50 60 Hz i i Headset Radio Microphone Handheld Microphone Left Input Right Input 300 Wan NK 18 41 www laney co uk i il www laney co uk speaker cable speaker cable Made in China Power To The Musi y Model Du Anus i Impedan 4 Power atin ing st Pra Power To The Mu 4 Model d Impedan Power Rat atin ing em Program 250W RMS Designed in the UK by Laney cE www laney co uk CXSub pees Designed in the UK by Laney z www laney co uk CXSub www laney co uk Band D System using crossover facilities If you need something louder amp crisper you can use Left Input some active sub cabinets and the crossover filters which are built into the CX A cabinets Right Input These crossover filters allow you to cut most of the vocals from the sub speakers which never sounds good and let the vocals mid treble frequencies have Eo wx more headroom the tops There is little stereo information at bass frequencies so i2. sound very good and the level control should be adjusted to reduce the volume If it still needs to be louder additional speakers amps are required Should you need to expand your sound system additional 8 ohm speaker cabinets can be connected here If 4 ohms cabinets are connected there is a high risk of thermal overload and potential damage to your CX A www laney co uk 51 15 Laney CXsub Unlike the other products in this brochure the CXsub is a passive cabinet this means it does not require any mains power but just needs to be driven by a power amplifier or the extension speaker socket on an active loudspeaker All the CX A cabinets feature extension speaker sockets these are ideal for driving the CXSub cabinet If you have an application where you need more bass the CXSub is the perfect solution Input Connect either the power amplifier speaker output or your CX A extension speaker socket Connections to this socket should always be on good quality speaker cable Link A Link connection is provided for daisy chaining another speaker cabinet This saves you having to obtain a Y splitter for driving 2 cabinets from amplifier speaker output Important In a system which uses CX A active loudspeakers an extension speaker socket can only drive unpowered 8 ohm cabinet Made in China Power The ey Model CXSub Input Link Impedance 8 ohm Power Rating 500W Program
3. 1 250W RMS Serial Number jan Designed in the UK by Laney 4 www laney co uk www laney co uk System Connections To get you started on putting your new speakers to use now follows some typical connection information to help you on your Way Simple PA System Pictured here is a simple set up using either a CXI2 A or a 5 This would be typical of a PA system for aerobics class vocal PA Karaoke or a monitor for a DJ or singer Plug your CD player into the CD input you control the volume using the CD level control If you need to use a radio mic headset mic or mixer output plug into the line input If you are using a handheld microphone you plug into the Mic input If you need 2 speakers in your system just plug any 8 ohm cabinet into the extension speaker socket This will make full use of the built in amplifier and allow you to provide more even sound coverage for your audience The line out can be used for driving additional active CXA cabinets Band D System This system benefits from the addition of some passive CXsub s this will give more weight and punch to the bass often needed in larger rooms venues This is particularly useful for making sure the kick drum bass lines are heard The passive CXsubs are connected to the extension speaker outs on the CX12 A or 5 This system accept line level inputs on phono s and 1 4 jacks via the line
4. Laney CXSub A CX A Active Loudspeakers CXSub Loudspeaker USER MANUAL MODELS CX15 A CX12 A CXSub A CXSub POWER TO THE MUSIC y U lt Intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons Intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintainance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product CAUTION Risk of electrical shock DO NOT OPEN To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not remove the cover No user servicable parts inside Refer servicin CAUTION 5 to qualified service personnel WARNING prevent electrical shock or fire hazard do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture Before using this appliance please read the operating instructions for further warnings Este simbolo tiene el proposito de alertar al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso que no tiene aislamiento dentro de la caja del producto que puede tener una magnitud suficiente como para constituir riesgo de corrientazo Este simbolo tiene el proposito de alertar al usario de la presencis de instruccones importantes sobre la operacion y mantenimiento en la literatura que viene con el producto PRECAUCION Riesgo de corrientazo no abra 2 disminuir el riesgo de carrientazo abra cubierta
5. No hay piezas adentro que el pueda reparar Deje todo mantenimiento a los tecnicos calificadod ADVERTENCIA 22 evitar corrientazos o peligro de incendio no deja expuesto a la lluvia o humedad este aparato Antes de usar este aparato lea mas advertcias en la guia de operacion Ce symbole est utilise pur indiquer a l utilisateur de ce produit de tension non isolee dangereuse pouvant etre d intensite suffisante pour constituer un risque de choc electrique Ce symbole est utilise pour indiquer a l utilisanter qu il ou qu elle trouvera d importantes instrucions sur l utilisation et l entrerien service de l appareil dans la litterature accompagnant le produit ATTENTION Risques de choc electrique NE PAS OUVIRIR ATTENTION fi de reduire le risque de choc electrique ne pas enlever le couvercle ne se trouve a l interieur aucune piece pouvant etre reparee par l utilisateur Confier l entretien un personnel qualifie AVERTISSEMENT Afin de prevenir les risques de decharge electrique ou de feu n exposez pas cet appareil a la pluie ou a VORSICHT VORSICHT ACHTUNG l humidite Avant d utiliser cet appareil lisez les avertissements supplentaires situes dans le guide Dieses Symbol soll den Anwender vor unsolierten gefahrlichen Spannungen innerhalb des Gehauses warnen die von Ausreichender Starke sind um einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen zu konnen Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer auf wichtige Instruktionen in der Bedienungs
6. PLY VOLTAGE LXTS5 A 300W Active loudspeaker Power Fuse In the event the mains fuse blows only replace with same type and rating Please refer to the product rear panel for details of the correct type and rating 45 Power Switch This switches the product on off When the unit is on the Power led illuminates 17 19 20 CAUTION FAN COOLED Do NOT OBSTRUCT THE FAN OR VENT APERTURES Inputs The CXsub A accepts line level signals on 1 4 inch mono jacks This allows the CXSub to be driven by a single mono jack or a stereo signal on 2 mono jacks or a stereo jack Level This control allow you to set the balance between you CXSub cabinets and the rest of your sound system allowing you to make you CXSub quieter or louder Phase This allows you the flip the phase of the sub though 180 degrees This is effectively the same as swapping the and connections the loudspeaker This allow you to ensure the CXsub and the bass driver in the mid top cabinet are operating in phase with one another If your bass drivers are out of phase with each other you will get bass cancellation BE VERE Power 3 15 230V FUSE RATING amp SUPPLY VOLTAGE LX SUB A 300W Active loudspeaker Power The 19 21 Extension Loudspeaker Power Indicates the mains is connected and the CXsub is switched on Peak Indicates that the onset of amplifier clipping if this is on a lot it won t
7. anleitung aufmerksam machen die Handhabung und Wartung des Produkts betreffen Risiko Elektrischer Schlag Nicht offen Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden nicht die Abdeckung enfernen Es befinden sich keine Teile darin die vom Anwender repariert werden Konnten Reparaturen nur von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal durchfuhren lassen Um einen elektrischen Schlag oder Feuergefahr zu vermeiden sollte dieses Gerat nicht dem Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden Vor Inbetriebnahme unbedingt die Bedienungsanleitung lesen Laney IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electric products basic cautions should always be followed including the following MN QUIS UIT eie ou 18 19 Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product The product should be powered by a three pin grounded or earthed plug connected to a power socket with a grounded earth outlet All safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Obey all cautions in the Operating instructions and on the back of the unit All operating instructions should be followed This product should not be used near water i e a bathtub sink swimming pool wet basement etc This product should be located so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation It should not be placed flat against a wall or placed in a built up enclosure that will impede the flow of cooling air This produc
8. d poles stands to be used higher than metres without extra support Caution These professional loudspeaker systems are capable of generating very high sound pressure levels Use care with placement and operation to avoid exposure to excessive levels that can cause permanent hearing damage Servicing The user should not attempt to service these products Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel www laney co uk Laney 1 Lane POWER TO THE MUSIC y In the interest of continued product development Laney reserves the right to amend product specification without prior notification
9. e multibox set up The CX A range consists of the following products CXI5 A 300W active loudspeaker with built in CD Line Mic inputs optical limiter and switchable crossover filter CXI2 A 165W active loudspeaker with built in CD Line Mic inputs optical limiter and switchable crossover filter CXSub A 300W active bass cabinet with built in crossover filter and optical limiter CXSub Dedicated passive bass cabinet ideal for use as an extension speaker with the above products Laney products are designed with ease of operation as a primary objective however to ensure you derive the best from your new PA it is important you take time to read this user manual and to familiarise yourself with the control functions and facilities available When you first receive your Laney CX CX A cabinet follow these simple procedures i Ensure that the amplifier is the correct voltage for the country it is to be used in ii Make all connections with a high quality shielded cable You have probably spent considerable money on your PA system don t use cheap cable it won t do your gear justice This manual has been written for easy access of information The rear panels of each unit are graphically illustrated with each control and feature numbered For a description of the function of each control feature simply check the number with the explanations adjacent to each panel Later in the manual are some connection diagrams for a number of differ
10. em parts connected turn on source equipment tape decks cd players mixers effects processors etc BEFORE turning on your power amplifier Many products have large transient surges at turn on and off which can cause damage to your speakers By turning on your power amplifier LAST and making sure its level control are set to minimum any transients from other equipment will not reach your loudspeakers Wait until all system parts have stabilised usually a couple of seconds Similarly when turning off your system always turn down the level controls on your power amplifier and then turn off its power before turning off other equipment Cables never use shielded or microphone cable for any speaker connections as this will not be substantial enough to handle the amplifier load and could cause damage to your complete system Rigging or suspended mounting The rigging or suspended mounting of these speakers can expose members of the public to serious health risks or even death Under no circumstances attempt to rig suspend or otherwise mount this system unless you are fully qualified and certified to do so by relevant local state and national authorities All relevant safety regulations must be followed If you are not properly qualified or do not know of pertinent regulations consult qualified personnel for advice and assistance When mounted on a propriety tripod pole stand ensure the system is fully stable and can not fall over We do not recommen
11. ent set ups to show how to get the best from your PA system Best Wishes All at Laney UNPACKING On unpacking your CX CX A product please check carefully for any signs of damage that may have occurred whilst in transit from the Laney factory to your dealer In the unlikely event that there has been damage please repack your unit in its original carton and consult your dealer We would strongly advise you to store away your original transit carton since in the unlikely event that some time in the future your unit should develop a fault you will be able to return it to your dealer for rectification securely packed BEFORE SWITCHING After unpacking your amplifier check that it is factory fitted with a three pin grounded or earthed plug Before plugging into the power supply ensure you are connecting to a grounded earth outlet If you should wish to change the factory fitted plug yourself ensure that the wiring convention applicable to the country where the amplifier is to be used is strictly conformed to As an example in the United Kingdom the cable colour code for connections are as follows EARTH OR GROUND GREEN YELLOW NEUTRAL BLUE LIVE BROWN www laney co uk Laney CX12 A CXI5 A Facilities C m9 GC CD A pair of phono sockets for connecting sources such a CD mini disk players Keyboards etc The Volume of this input is controlled by the CD Level control CD Level Control
12. extension speaker socket Always use speaker cable for 4 this type of connection Hint 2 Line out are useful for driving the Line inputs Line Out teen of other active cabinets CX A Always use good quality line level screened cable for this connection CXSub A CXSub Ext Loudspeaker www laney co uk La n ey Technical Specifications 10 actory selected or 120v soeone or 120v m Tow 7 ohms _170W 8 ohms 70W78 ohms a mphme 01 68 1 6 1 6 87 line gain 1 om Mic guin m o gain rm m x m 2 1 EesiMBQis ResiMBQiSE Hm m id 0B DSK M stdbQise m m mew Tree m m Switchable Hi Pass Fixed LoPass ra p manes Ore 1 6 L x T line Out Yes iall nota peakled onset of clipping indicates onset of clipping onset ofcipping ra sub rcommendud frequency ISOM 259 I LL General Notes Amplifier connection In order to avoid damage it is advisable to establish and follow a pattern for turning on and off your sound system With all syst
13. s how loud the CD input sounds Line A 1 4 mono jack socket for the connection line level inputs Line level signals typicaly come from mixers radio mic receivers and CX A line outs The Volume of this input is controlled by the Line Level Control Line Level Controls how loud the Line input sounds Mic Connect your microphone here the microphone volume is controlled by the Mic Level control This is a balanced input suitable for low impedance microphones it does not have phantom power Mic Level Controls how loud the Mic input sounds Bass Middle Treble These make up a powerful set of tools to equalise your sound system Treble Adjusting the Treble control cuts boosts the high frequencies eg sounds such as high hats cymbal vocal presence Middle Adjusting the mid control cuts boost midrange frequencies eg sounds such as upper vocal area edge to lead guitars Bass Adjusting the bass control cut boosts the low frequencies eg sounds such as Kick drum bass guitar etc Sub Filter This filter rolls off the bass frequencies lt 170Hz 2dB octave for the technical people This is useful in a biamped system where this cabinet does the mid high frequencies and a dedicated bass enclosure such as a CXsub A does the bass It could also be useful in a vocal only PA where you could use it to remove muddyness and rumble Power Indicates the mains is connected and the CX A is
14. switched on 02 Sub Lp Filter 5 0 o Treble CD Level 0 le el o 0 Mic Level Power Peak Line Mic MAXIMUM POWER CONSUMPTION 300 WATTS 50 60 Hz OI p Line Sub Extension Out Loudspeaker Min mpe dance T6 3AL 115V Power 8 ohms 3 15 230V FUSE RATING amp SUPPLY VOLTAGE Laney 2x54 Power To The Music Peak Indicates that the onset of clipping if this is on a lot it won t sound very good and the level controls should be adjusted to reduce the volume of whats clipping If you finde it needs to be louder additional speakers amps are required www laney co uk Laney CX12 A CXI5 A Facilities 43 Line Sub Out This is a full range line level signal useful for driving other CX A CXSub cabinets or mixers This sub filter does not operate on the line out i e Lineout is always full range Extension Loudspeaker Should you need to expand your sound system additional 8 ohm speaker cabinets can be connected here If 4 ohms cabinets are connected there is a high risk of thermal overload and potential damage to your CX Power Inlet and Power Fuse Connect the mains supply here Ensure the local mains supply is compatible with this product MAXIMUM POWER CONSUMPTION 300 WATTS 50 60 Hz OIC 4 Line Sub Extension Out Loudspeaker Min wiped ance 8 ohms Laney Power To The Music T6 3AL 115V Power 3 15 _ 230V FUSE RATING amp SUP
15. t is quite normal to mono the bass if you have no stereo bass in your system you could lose the optional line out connection from one of the CXI2 A 15 speakers The CXI2 A 5 line out sockets are connected to the Input sockets on the CXSub A extension speaker socket of the 11 active CXSub A is connected to the input sockets of the passive CXSub WEN www laney co uk After listening tests we have found the following optional setting sounds best CXI2 A 5 Sub filter ON CXSub A Phase Model Inpit Impedani Power Rat atin ing Ej Program 250W RMS 9 The active CXsub A has a built in crossover which means it only reproduces bass frequencies on Designed in the UK by Laney omi 3 www laney co uk The active CXI2 A CXI5 A sub filter cuts the bass frequencies from it s speaker out The line out is still full range These 3 setups give you an idea how you can connect together CX A cabinets to create anything from speaker sound system to a multi speaker setup Definition of Terms and handy hints A www laney co uk Active has a power amp built in eg CXI2 A 15 545 Passive No power amp just the loudspeaker speaker cable eg 12 15 CXSub Hint A CX A active speaker can drive one 8 ohms Left Right passive loudspeaker from its
16. t should not be placed near a source of heat such as stove radiator or another heat producing amplifier Connect only to a power supply of the type marker on the unit adjacent to the power supply cord Never break off the ground pin on a power supply cord Power supply cords should always be handled carefully Never walk or place equipment on power supply cords Periodically check cords for cuts or signs of stress especially at the plug and the point where the chord exits the unit The power supply cord should be unplugged when the unit is to be unused for long periods of time If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack rear support should be provided The user should allow easy access to any mains plug mains coupler and mains switch used in conjunction with this unit thus making it readily operable Metal parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth The vinyl covering used on some units can be cleaned with a damp cloth or ammonia based household cleaner if necessary Disconnect the unit from the power supply before cleaning Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the unit through any ventilation holes or openings On no account place drinks on the unit A qualified service technician should check the unit if The power cord has been damaged Anything has fallen or spilled into the unit The unit does not appear to operate correctly The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged The user should not at
17. tempt to service the equipment All service work is done by a qualified service technician Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing gloss Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time The U S Government s Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA has specified the following permissible noise level exposure Duration Per Day In Hours Sound Level dBA slow response 8 90 6 92 4 95 3 97 2 100 72 102 105 2 110 4 or less 115 According to OSHA any exposure excess of the above permissible limits could result in some hearing loss Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss if exposure exceeds the limits set forth above To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS www laney co uk Laney 4 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your decision to purchase a Laney PA system This range of cabinets bring you the power and flexibility to create anything from a simple one box PA system to a flexibl
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