Amate Audio xcellence X12CLD User manual

User’s manual
Manual de usuario
X12CLD
July 2016

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ENGLISH
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. General product information
Amate Audio thanks you for the trust placed in our Xcellence loudspeaker systems.
More than 42 years’ experience in amplifier and acoustic cabinet design using the
highest technology and components come together to give you a product ideal for a
multitude of applications, from sound back-up systems for theatres, clubs or TV
channels to even churches, corporative events or concert halls. We suggest you
read the following information with attention, assured that it will be of maximum use
in helping you to achieve the best results and optimum performance.
1.2. Features and presentation
X12CLD
- Passive two-way acoustic system
- 1200W program power (Low)
- 140W program power (High)
- Sensitivity 1W/1m: 99dB (Low)
- Sensitivity 1W/1m: 109dB (High)
- 12” neodymium woofer with 3.5” voice coil
- 2.5” titanium diaphragm neodymium driver (1,4” exit)
- 100 x 15º dispersion waveguide
2. X12CLD FEATURES
The X12CLD cabinet is ideal for a multitude of applications. The manufacturer
presets make it easy, flexible and user-friendly. The result is a clean, high quality
sound whether for nearfield listening or at full power in larger sites.
To optimise and align the system we offer some customized DSP608 presets, to be
played with our XAMP3K amplifier, making a system difficult to match.
2.1. Technical description
The X12CLD comes with full-range sound delivery thanks to its direct radiation
transducer and acoustic bass reflex cabinet. As a full range system, its response is
58Hz-19kHz (-10dB).
The external DSP can be uploaded with several recommended factory presets. Use
“1BOX_FR” preset for single enclosure configuration in vertical array or horizontal
cluster, in full range mode; use “1BOX_80” preset for single enclosure configuration
in vertical array or horizontal cluster, with a HPF 80Hz and in combination with any
Xcellence subwoofer (recommended X18D); use “1BOX_90” preset for single
enclosure configuration in vertical array or horizontal cluster, with a HPF 90Hz and in
combination with any Xcellence subwoofer (recommended X18D); use “2&3BO_FR”
preset for double or triple enclosure configuration in vertical array or horizontal

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cluster, in full range mode; use “4BOX_FR” preset for a four-enclosure configuration
in vertical array or horizontal cluster, in full range mode; use “2TO4BO_80” preset for
a two or three or four-enclosure configuration in vertical array or horizontal cluster,
with a HPF 80Hz and in combination with any Xcellence subwoofer (recommended
X218D); use “2TO4BO_90” preset for two or three or four-enclosure configuration in
vertical array or horizontal cluster, with a HPF 90Hz and in combination with any
Xcellence subwoofer (recommended X218D).
The X12CLD cabinet is connected using two NL4 Neutrik® Speakon connectors. It is
built in birch plywood, which has a high resistance to vibrations and humidity with
black and grey Polyurea paint coating. The front face is protected by a 1.5 mm thick
steel grille. It includes two in-built lateral handles for an easy and comfortable
transport.
One unit of XAMP3K can feed up to two units of X12CLD
Fig.1. X12CLD main connections
Model
DSP608
Model
X12CLD (1 unit)
Impedance
8Ω LOW
8Ω HIGH
Model
XAMP3K
Mode
LOW
HIGH
Impedance
4Ω
4Ω
Program power
2400W
600W
Model
X12CLD (1 unit)
Impedance
8Ω LOW
8Ω HIGH

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Fig.2. X12CLD external dimensions
2.2. Recommended presets for X12CLD
The X12CLD must be used with an external DSP608 (digital signal processor).
PRESET 1: 1BOX_FR
Single enclosure, full range, array or
cluster configuration
Fig.3. Preset [1BOX_FR] configuration
PRESET 2: 2&3BO_FR
Two or three enclosures, full range,
array or cluster configuration
Fig.4. Preset [2&3BO_FR] configuration

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PRESET 3:
4BOX_FR
Four
enclosures, full
range, array or
cluster
configuration
Fig.5. Preset [4BOX_FR] configuration
PRESET 4: 1BOX_80
Single enclosure, HPF80Hz, array or cluster configuration
with subwoofer
PRESET 5: 1BOX_90
Single enclosure, HPF90Hz, array or cluster configuration
with subwoofer
Fig.6. Preset [1BOX_80] or [1BOX_90] configuration
PRESET 6: 2TO4BO_80
Two, three or four enclosures, HPF80Hz, array or cluster
configuration with subwoofer
PRESET 7: 2TO4BO_90
Two, three or four enclosures, HPF90Hz, array or cluster
configuration with subwoofer

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Fig.7. Preset [2TO4BOX_80] or [2TO4BOX_90] configuration

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3. CONNECTION PANEL
The X12CLD connection panel contains the following elements:
Fig.8. X12CLD connection panel
A) SPEAKON: Speakon terminals. Each connector includes:
PIN+1: POSITIVE LOW
PIN-1: NEGATIVE LOW
PIN+2: POSITIVE HIGH
PIN-2: NEGATIVE HIGH
WARNING: Respect the polarity +/-
It is strongly recommended to use a multi-conductor high quality wire, non-
shielded. We recommend using a minimum section of 4mm2for the
conductors that will transport the LOW power signal (+1/-1).
Avoid long wire distances as they induce to important power and quality losses
A
A

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4. CONNECTING
4.1.Full range stereo configuration (1 x X12CLD LEFT + 1 x X12CLD RIGHT)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*)
[1BOX_FR] [1BOX_FR]
(*) 4-pole wire
+1/-1 LOW
+2/-2 HIGH

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4.2.Full range stereo configuration (2 x X12CLD LEFT + 2 x X12CLD RIGHT)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[2&3BOX_FR] [2&3BOX_FR]
[2&3BOX_FR] [2&3BOX_FR]
(*) 4-pole wire
+1/-1 LOW
+2/-2 HIGH

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4.3.Full range stereo configuration (3 x X12CLD LEFT + 3 x X12CLD RIGHT)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
(link) (link) (link) (link)
[2&3BOX_FR] [2&3BOX_FR]
[2&3BOX_FR] [2&3BOX_FR]
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*)
[2&3BOX_FR] [2&3BOX_FR]
(*) 4-pole wire
+1/-1 LOW
+2/-2 HIGH

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4.4.Full range stereo configuration (4 x X12CLD LEFT + 4 x X12CLD RIGHT)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
(link) (link) (link) (link)
[4BOX_FR] [4BOX_FR]
[4BOX_FR] [4BOX_FR]
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[4BOX_FR] [4BOX_FR] [4BOX_FR] [4BOX_FR]
(*) 4-pole wire / +1-1 LOW / +2-2 HIGH

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4.5.Stereo configuration with subwoofer (1 x X12CLD LEFT + 1 x X12CLD
RIGHT + 1 x X18D LEFT + 1 x X18D RIGHT)
(Bridge mode) (Bridge mode)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*)
[1BOX_80] o [1BOX_90] [1BOX_80] o [1BOX_90]
(*) 4-pole wire / +1-1 LOW / +2-2 HIGH

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4.6.Stereo configuration with subwoofer (2 x X12CLD LEFT + 2 x X12CLD
RIGHT +1 x X218D LEFT + 1 x X218D RIGHT)
(Bridge mode) (Bridge mode)
(HIGH) (LOW) (HIGH) (LOW)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[2TO4BOX_80] [2TO4BOX_80] [2TO4BOX_80] [2TO4BOX_80]
o o o o
[2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_90]
(*) 4-pole wire / +1-1 LOW / +2-2 HIGH

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4.7.Stereo configuration with subwoofer (3 x X12CLD LEFT + 3 x X12CLD
RIGHT + 1 x X218D LEFT + 1 x X218D RIGHT)
(Bridge mode) (Bridge mode)
(High) (Low) (High) (Low)
(link) (link) (link) (link)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[2TO4BOX_80] o [2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_80] o [2TO4BOX_90]
(*) (*)
[2TO4BOX_80] [2TO4BOX_80]
o o
[2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_90]
(*) 4-pole wire / +1-1 LOW / +2-2 HIGH

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4.8. Stereo configuration with subwoofer (4 x X12CLD LEFT + 4 x X12CLD
RIGHT + 2 x X218D LEFT + 2 x X218D RIGHT)
(Bridge
mode)
(Bridge (Bridge mode) (Bridge
mode) mode)
(High) (Low) (High) (Low)
(link) (link) (link) (link)
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[2TO4BOX_80] o [2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_80] o [2TO4BOX_90]
(*) (*) (*) (*)
[2TO4BOX_80] [2TO4BOX_80]
o o
[2TO4BOX_90] [2TO4BOX_90]
(*) 4-pole wire / +1-1 LOW / +2-2 HIGH

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5. MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION
Flying an X12CLD system is easy, fast and secure. To perform any operations
related to flying the system, read the present document, and act on the warnings and
advice given.
Only experienced installers with adequate knowledge of the system and local safety
regulations should fly speaker cabinets.
It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the systems to be flown and the flying
accessories (such as chains, eyebolts, lock pins...) comply with state and local
regulations. They should be regularly inspected and replaced if in doubt.
When flying enclosures from ceiling support structures, extreme care should be
taken to assure the load bearing capabilities of the structures. Do not fly systems
from unsafe structures.
All flying accessories that are not supplied by Amate Audio are the user's
responsibility. Use at your own risk.
Remember that no risks should be taken with regards to public safety.
5.1. Description
Each X12CLD cabinet includes two rigging bars (one on each side of the enclosure).
These structures are manufactured from stainless-steel; they are affixed to some
internal plates with special crop resistant screws. There is a guide (inside the rigging
bars) which is used to join the cabinets. Angle between cabinet is always 15º. To
safely lock the rigging bars, the lock pins supplied must be used.
Fig.9. In-built flying hardware (lateral view)
To fly X12CLD units use the TA-X12CL stainless-steel frame. It includes a central
bar to reinforce the whole structure. The bar includes several holes that provide a

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pickup point for the steel chain slings or the hoists. The pickup point chosen will
determine the tilt angle of the whole array system. The TA-X12CL also includes two
lateral arms to be attached to the array rigging bars.
Fig.10. TA-X12CL flying frame
The numbers on the central bar are those corresponding to Ease Focus calculations.
Fig.11. Pin points on TA-X12CL
5.2. X12CLD Vertical Flying
Place the array frame (TA-X12CL) on top of the first X12CLD unit and set the lateral
arms on both sides of the speaker to be received by the array lateral rigging bars.
Fig.12. Vertical flying (step 1)

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Once the frame lateral arms are received by the array lateral rigging bars, use a pair
of the provided ball lock pins to attach the frame arms to the array bars.
Fig.13. Vertical flying (step 2)
Any time two or more X12CLD are arrayed together, they must be mechanically
secured to each other using the in-built rigging bars and supplied ball lock pins.
Firstly, release the ball lock pin of the first cabinet and let the inner guide go down
(1). Then, block the guide by putting the ball lock pin on hole “A” (2).
Fig.14. Vertical flying (step 3)
Place the second X12CLD unit down the first unit, release the pin from hole “A” and
put it on hole “B”.

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Fig.15. Vertical flying (step 4)
6. MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
6.1. ACRM8
The X12CLD provides several M8 flying points. Their correct use will permit the
flying in horizontal or vertical position
Horizontal flying
1&2 or 3&4 (front rigging points)
5&6 or 7&8 (back tilt points)

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Fig.16. X12CLD horizontal flying points