APART MASK12T User manual

MASK12(T)
Instruction manual

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Features

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Introduction
Thank you for buying the Apart MASK12(T) speaker. With this
new member of the MASK series, we have once again broken
new ground in sonic performance and installer convenience. The
MASK12(T) speaker is meant for fixed indoor installations. Available
in 8 ohms and 100 volt, MASK12(T) can be used in many full
range applications where a medium to high sound pressure level is
required.
The multi-angle plywood cabinet, equipped with 14 rigging points
for shoulder eye bolts, and the optional wall/ceiling brackets allow
you to safely install the speaker in many different positions, be it in
a horizontal or vertical position, close to the ceiling or at the wall.
With a weight of only 19.2 kgs (8 ohm version) or 21.4 kgs (100 volt
version), the speaker is easy to install.
As usual, these Apart speakers will convince you in terms of sound
quality, reliability and setup versatility. Paired with our Revamp
series amplifiers, your sound system will be taken to a new level of
performance.
Please read this manual carefully before using the product. This will
give you the necessary product and installation instructions to assure
a seamless installation and non-compromised overall sound quality.
Unpacking
Upon receipt of this product, check the carton and packing materials
for any damage caused by transport. Carefully unpack the product
and check that all parts are present and in undamaged condition.
Notify your dealer and/or the shipping company immediately if any
damage has occurred during transport. Keep the carton and packing
materials in case you have to return the product.

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Safety precautions
• Everyone who is involved with the installation and/or operation
of this product must read and understand all local safety
regulations and instructions.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
• Avoid the presence of fire and flames and do not operate the
product in the presence of heat sources, flammable liquids or
gases.
• Take care of your speaker wires, they must be free of damage.
Damaged speaker wires may result in poor sound quality and
can damage amplifiers, other parts of the audio chain and can
cause injury caused by exposure to high voltages.
• No main power shall be connected to the loudspeakers, doing
so will damage the speaker.
• This speaker should only be serviced by qualified personnel. If
not, warranty will be void.
• Use cables of the right gauge, certainly for long runs.
• Use cables with clear color indication and maintain polarity
throughout the whole system.
• For indoor use only. Do not expose the unit to outdoor weather
conditions.
• Use mounting hardware that can support the weight of the
device in a safe way.
• Inspect all mounting hardware periodically and tighten screws
when necessary.
• Do not expose the speaker to excessive temperature, moisture
or vibrations.

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• Do not spill liquids on the product and/or other parts in the
audio chain.
• Always pair the speaker with a matching amplifier, in terms of
load impedance and output power.
• Avoid amplifier clipping, loud feedback, popping noise from
other devices and continuous high power output or distorted
signals.
• When turning on the power of your audio system, always turn
on the power amplifier last to avoid popping signals. For this
reason, always turn of the power amplifier first.
• Avoid ground loops in audio systems.
• Always follow these basic instructions when operating or
installing the product.
• Warning: this speaker is capable of producing high sound
pressure levels that can cause permanent hearing loss.
• Apart audio is not responsible for any damage or injury caused
by improper installation or use of this product.
• Repairs, servicing and electrical connections must be carried out
by qualified personnel only.

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Speaker connection (8 ohm version)
Input: the signal from a power amplifier must be connected to the
input/link speakon®connector. The connectors are equivalent and
internally wired in parallel. Connector 1+ (positive) and 1- (negative)
are used. 2+ and 2- are not connected.

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Speaker connection (100 volt version)
Input: the signal from a power amplifier must be connected to the
input/link euroblock connector. The connectors are equivalent and
internally wired in parallel.
Power select: set to 120W or 240W position according to your
specific needs.
Speaker line voltage select: set to 100 volt or 70 volt position
depending on the actual speaker line specification.

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Speaker installation
Install the speaker on the wall or ceiling using our optional
U-bracket. Make sure the wall, ceiling, surface, structure and
additional mounting hardware are capable of safely supporting the
speaker’s weight. When suspending the speaker with chains, make
sure to mount the M10 shoulder eye bolts (not supplied) on more
than one side of the speaker. Use at least 3 chains, for example,
one at the top of the speaker, and 2 on each side. Adjust the length
of the chain(s) to position the speaker correctly. Do not attempt to
suspend multiple speakers on the same set of chains or brackets.
For safety reasons, every speaker must be mounted using its own
set of chains or brackets.
washer 10.5 x 40
M10 Shoulder eye bolt and washer
(not supplied)

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Installation using MASK12PBRA-BL (optional)
To install the MASK12 speaker on the bracket, remove the center
M10 bolt from the bottom of the speaker. Attach the pole mount
(supplied with the MASK12PBRA-BL) securely by fastening the
mount on the speaker.
Fix the wall plate on a sufficiently strong wall using all 6 mounting
holes. Always use mounting hardware (not supplied) capable of
supporting the load safely. The speaker arm can be swiveled over a
180° angle from left to right and can be tilted down up to 20° by
turning the tilt screw. Mount the speaker with the attached speaker
pole mount on the bracket and secure it by tightening the lock
screws.

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For your safety, we strongly advise to secure the speaker
using a safety chain. The chain and the necessary mounting
hardware(eyebolts) are not supplied with this bracket. The chain
and the attachment eyebolts should be capable of supporting at
least 12 times the weight of the speaker. Mount the safety chain in
such a way that the speaker or the supporting hardware won’t drop
more than 20 cm.

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Installation using MASK12UBRA (optional)
The high frequency horn has a nominal dispersion angle of 90°H
x 70°V. When the speaker is mounted horizontally, we advise to
rotate the high frequency horn by 90° to ensure the 90° horizontal
dispersion angle. The Apart logo on the grille can also be rotated.
In order to mount the speaker close to the ceiling, one side of the
speaker is angled.
on-wall on-ceiling

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rotate HF horn 90° for horizontal orientation

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rotate logo 90° for horizontal orientation

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Model name MASK12 (low imedance)
type 2-way professional fixed installation PA
speaker, dual vent bass reflex
cabinet plywood, scratch resistant textured
paint
grille powder coated perforated steel grille
woofer
12” paper cone with 75 mm vented
voice coil, 180 mm ceramic magnet,
die cast frame
high frequency horn rotatable constant directivity horn
90°H x 70°V, 25 mm exit
high frequency driver
34 mm compression driver with
titanium diaphragm, 100 mm ceramic
magnet and kapton voice coil
mounting hardware 14 x M10 nut
nominal impedance 8 ohm
RMS power @ 8 ohm 700 watts
AES rated 350 watt
protection HF overload protection
SPL 1 watt / 1m 98 dB
SPL peak 127 dB
frequency response (-10 dB) 48 Hz - 22 Khz
connector
2 x Speakon, wired in parallel: 1+ to
1+ and 1- to 1-. 2+ and 2- are not
connected
dispersion 90° H x 70° V, rotatable horn
IP rating Indoor use only (IP40)
dimensions (h x w x d) 628 x 370 x 370 mm
weight 19.2 kg
Accessories mounting brackets MASK12UBRA-BL,
MASK12UBRA-W, MASK12PBRA-BL

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Model name MASK12T (100 volt)
type 2-way professional fixed installation PA
speaker, dual vent bass reflex
cabinet plywood, scratch resistant textured
paint
grille powder coated perforated steel grille
woofer
12” paper cone with 75 mm vented
voice coil, 180 mm ceramic magnet,
die cast frame
high frequency horn rotatable constant directivity horn
90°H x 70°V, 25 mm exit
high frequency driver
34 mm compression driver with
titanium diaphragm, 100 mm ceramic
magnet and kapton voice coil
mounting hardware 14 x M10 nut
line voltage 100 - 70 volts
power settings 240 - 120 watts
Impedance
100V / 240W: 41.6 ohms
100V / 120W: 83 ohms
70V / 240W: 20.4 ohms
70V / 120W: 41 ohms
protection HF overload protection
SPL 1 watt / 1m 98 dB
SPL peak 122 dB
frequency response (-10 dB) 48 Hz - 22 Khz
connector 2 x euroblock, wired in parallel
dispersion 90° H x 70° V, rotatable horn
IP rating Indoor use only (IP40)
dimensions (h x w x d) 628 x 370 x 370 mm
weight 21.4 kg
Accessories mounting brackets MASK12UBRA-BL,
MASK12UBRA-W, MASK12PBRA-BL

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Warranty info
Warranty claims and claims for hidden defects can be considered only
if the defects appear within the warranty period of 24 months and
are notified within 8 days following their appearance per registered
letter.
The warranty is not valid in case of an incident, wear, for moving
parts, power surges, inadequate packing or shipping, improper use
or storage and the disregard of recommendations of Audioprof.
The warranty only concerns the spare parts and not the involved
labor, transportation or any other costs.
The product must be returned in the original packaging with the
proof of purchase by an Audioprof authorized reseller.
The general terms and conditions can be found here:
http://www.apart-audio.com/conditions/General_Terms_and_Conditions_Audioprof.pdf

Notes
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