arbane APG Uniline Compact User manual

Uniline Compact
User manual
UC206N / UC206W / UC115B / UC118i

User manual - Uniline Compact
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General information
Uniline Compact - User manual
Version 10/2021 EN
APG France (Active Audio / Arbane Groupe)
8 Rue Johannes Gutenberg - 44340 Bouguenais- France
Tél : [phone]
www.apg.audio/fr

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Table of contents
1. Safety note and general information 4
2. Uniline Compact range 6
2.1 Description of the product line 6
2.2 Products description 7
2.3 Accessories 11
2.4 Ampliers 15
2.5 Amplications rack 16
2.6 Applications : examples of congurations 17
2.7 Principle of assembly 19
2.8 Maintenance - Spare parts 25
2.9 Technical specications 29

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• Information on the risk of exposure to high sound level
APG loudspeakers are liable to generate levels of sound pressure hazardous to health, which
may cause hearing impairment. It is recommended that you never stand in the immediate vi-
cinity of the loudspeakers in operation and wear hearing protection when necessary. Observe
the maximum exposure time to noise according to the noise level and the regulations in force
in your country. Pay attention to the hearing protection of listeners when using APG systems.
• Read this manual before use and keep it.
• Read all documents relating to the product to be used before setting up and using it. Please
contact APG with any questions relating to the product.
• Obtain the latest version of the user manual from the APG website: www.apg.audio .
• Consider all warnings and follow the instructions and recommendations for use.
• Make sure you know the safety rules for hanging, stacking or setting up on a pole or tripod.
Failure to follow these rules may expose people to potential injury or death.
• Ensure the safety of operators and spectators.
• Stamustwearpersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE)duringeachstepofinstallingthepro-
duct(helmet,gloves,safetyshoesataminimum).
• InstallationofAPGproductsshouldonlybecarriedoutbyqualiedstatrainedinrigging
techniques and aware of the safety recommendations set out in this manual.
• Alwayscheckthestability,resistancetoweight,atnessandhorizontalityofthesupport.
Prevent access to the spectators around the system, prevent it being possible to push or
climb the stack of speakers. Use straps to prevent tipping.
• Do not store the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.
• Usetheproductswiththespeciedaccessoriesbythemanufacturer.
• Inspect lifting products and accessories before each use.
• Do not install equipment that is faulty or presents a risk of breakage and have it repaired by
qualiedpersonnelorbyAPG.
• EntrustallrepairstoqualiedstaorbyAPG.Repairsaremandatoryifthedeviceisda-
maged in any way, for example: damaged power cord or plug, spilled liquid or object drop-
ped inside the device, exposure of the device rain or moisture for long periods of time,
appliance that does not operate normally or that has been dropped.
• Any unauthorized maintenance operation will void the product warranty.
• Perform safety and compliance checks of accessories, enclosures, and third-party accesso-
ries periodically at least once a year.
• Respectthemaximumloadcapacityofeachcongurationandcarryoutconformitysimula-
tions using the tools APG Tools, APG Uniline Aiming Tool, AFMG EASE Focus 3.
• Useonlywithacart,tripod,bracket,ortablespeciedbythemanufacturer,orsoldwiththe
apparatus. If a cart is used, move the cart-apparatus combination carefully so as not to tip it
over, which could cause personal injury.
• Donotinstallnearaheatsourcesuchasanopename,radiator,heatregister,stoveorany
otherdevicethatproducesheat(includingampliers).
• Donotexposetheproducttoextremeconditionssuchashumidity(rain,seawater,conden-
sation,ambienthumidity,etc.),excessiveheat(sun,heating,etc.)overalongperiod.
• Takeintoaccounttheeectsofthewind.Flyingloudspeakersoverheadatwindforceshigher
than,16mph(25km/h)isnotrecommended.Ifthewindforceexceeds46mph(72km/h):
- Make sure that no person remains in the vicinity of the loudspeaker array.
- Lower and secure the array.
• During an outdoor performance, it is advisable to nd out about the weather condi-
tions and to follow the local weather report and the recommendations of the com-
petent authorities. An anemometer can be used at the top of the system.
1. Safety note and general information

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• Use a secondary safety system for any APG speaker rigging.
• The product is intended for be used by professionals trained in professional audio work.
• APG declines all responsibility in the event of the use of non-validated accessories or
non-compliance with safety instructions and rules.
• APGproductsareguaranteedfor5years.Thefullve-yearwarrantycoversltersandtrans-
ducers against manufacturing defects under normal product use.
• APG pursues a research and development policy aimed at improving its products. For this
reason, new materials, manufacturing methods and changes in principle may be introduced
withoutpriorwarning.Asaresult,anAPGproductmaydierinsomeaspectsfromitspubli-
shed description, however, unless otherwise indicated, its characteristics will be greater than
or equal to those published.
• Disposal of electrical or electronic equipment
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that it will not be treated as household
waste. Instead it will be delivered to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring recycling, you will help prevent potential consequences for
the environment and human health. Recycling of materials will help conserve natural resources.
Formoredetailedinformationonrecyclingthisproduct,pleasecontactyourlocaloce,waste
collection agency or dealer.

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2.1 Description of the product line
The Uniline Compact modular line array is a versatile solution for a wide range of applications, indoors or outdoors, as
variedasPublicAddress,sportingevent,institutional,theaterandliveconcert.Itoershighdynamicandacousticperfor-
mance in a very compact, light and discreet format, easy to use thanks to its advanced ergonomics.
TheUnilineCompactandcomposedof4distinctelements:UC206N,UC206W,UC115BandUC118i.
TheUC206WandUC206Nelementssharethesametechnologiesandcomponents.Theonlynotabledierenceisthe
shape of the front roof and the resulting horizontal directivity.
TheoptionalUC115Bisadedicatedbassreinforcementcabinetthatoersspecicergonomicsforuseinclassicorcar-
dioid mode, standing or hanging.
TheUC118isubwoofermakesitpossibletocompletethesysteminthesubwooferandincreasesthemodularityofthe
system.
TheuseofanAPGDMS48FdigitalprocessororAPGDAseriesampliersisessentialforoptimumsystemoperation.
2. Uniline Compact range
UC206N UC206W
UC115B UC118i

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2.2 Products description
UC206N / UC206W
TheUC206NisthemaincomponentoftheUnilineCompact
line array designed for medium and long range broadcasting
duetoitsconstanthorizontaldirectivityof70°.
TheUC206Wusesthesametechnologiesandcomponents
astheUC206Nbutisdesignedandoptimizedforshort
andmediumrangeand«downll»broadcastingduetoits
constantwidehorizontaldirectionalityof105°.
All other acoustic characteristics are common.
TheUC206NandUC206Warebi-amplied3-wayacoustic
speakers:LO(60-600Hz)andHI(600Hz-20kHz)section.
The impedance of each section is 16 Ohms, allowing use of
upto8speakersinparallel.
5transducersequiptheUC206NandUC206Wloudspea-
kers.
TheLOsectionconsistsoftwo6.5’’neodymiumdrivers
loaded in compression and optimized for low frequency
reproduction. The control of the horizontal directivity, the
acoustic load, the temporal alignment and the protection of
the transducers are provided by the acoustic horn and front
protection grille assembly.
TheHIsectionismadeupofacoaxialassemblyoftwo5’’
and1’’neodymiumtransducersloadedontoaproprietary
APGIsotop15TM waveguide.
It provides superior performance to a traditional compres-
sionchamberwithasignicantextensionofthefrequency
response combined with increased power handling and
reduced distortion.
IsotopTM technology uses an annular acoustic lens that
allows for impedance matching and a line source isophase
wavefront at the horn output.
The 3-point captive hanging system allows the choice of
hanging or standing the system simply.
Angles are set from a single point on the rear of the speakers
in1°increments,from0to15°(16anglesavailable).
UC206N
UC206W
UC206N
Fenêtreoblongue(suspente)
Fixedhole(stacking)
Angle selection
UC206W
Internal view frome above
Adjustment of the angle between
speakers at a single point from 0 ° to
15 ° in steps of 1 °

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Thespeakersareconnectedtotheampliersviatwo4-pin
SpeakonTM connectors on the back of each speaker:
1+/1-onLOsection(low/medium)
2+/2-onHIsection(medium/high)
In the vertical plane, the directivity index is progressive and
conditionedbytheangularcongurationofthesystem.
Thespeakers’pivotaxisislocatedonthesameplaneasthe
exit groove of the APG ISOTOPTM waveguide.
This guarantees a continuous sound source, regardless of
angulation(tapetype«linesource»).
TheUC206NandUC206Wloudspeakerscanbehung
within the same source line, their waveguides being strictly
identical and perfectly aligned. It is recommended to use the
UC206Nloudspeakersfortheupperpartofthesourceline
andtheUC206Wforthelowerpart.
TheSPLlevelandthecoveragearethereforefullycongu-
rable to best suit the geometry of the audience area, simply
by a judicious choice of speakers and angles between the
speakers that make up the system.
AFMG EASE Focus 3 software can simulate all APG systems
anddeterminethecorrectcongurationforeachapplication.
TheAPGUC206NandUC206Wloudspeakersareequipped
with4handles(2sideandtworear).Twolugsdesignedto
accommodate carabiners are available at the rear of the en-
closure, allowing the horizontal angle to be maintained when
hanging from 1 motor point.
1+
1+
2-
2-
2+
2+
1-
1-
Carabiner clip / Halliard

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UC115B
TheUC115Bisthededicatedbassreinforcementcabinetfor
the Uniline Compact system.
TheUC115Bhasbeendesignedtoextendandenhancelow
frequencyresponsefrom45to160Hz.Therecommended
frequencyconnectionwiththeUC206N/Wis110Hzand60
HzwiththeUC118i.
It can be used as a small-format subwoofer or as a bass
extension by increasing the size and projection of the acoustic
column in this frequency range, depending on the application.
Thebandpassacousticloadincreasesboththeacoustice-
ciency in the useful bandwidth, while limiting the excursion of
the speaker membrane.
TheUC115Bisconnectedtoampliersvia4-pointSpeakonTM
connectors:
-1+/1-ontherearpanel
-2+/2-onthefrontforcardioidconguration.
The2+/2-onthebackisconnectedbetweenthetwo
connectors but is not connected to the speakers.
The4-pointcaptiveattachmentsystemallowsuseinsus-
pendedoroor-standingmodeincompletesafetythanksto
UCTRUSS and UCSTACK accessories. It also adapts to the
needsofuseinacardioidconguration.

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UC118i
TheUC118iisaninfra-lowfrequencysubwooferdedicatedto
the Uniline Compact system.
TheUC118ihasbeendesignedforlowfrequencyboostfrom
25to80Hz.Therecommendedfrequencyconnectionwiththe
UC206N/Wis80Hzand60HzwiththeUC115B.
This model combines two complementary technological
choices(aforcedventilationoftheloudspeaker’sneodymium
magneticsystemandanacousticbandpassload),whichoer
an extended dynamic capacity as well as a very high SPL level.
Theuseoflaminarventsfacilitatesairowbyminimizingnear-
eldnoise,whichincreasesplaybackqualityandminimizes
distortion.
TheUC118iareconnectedtotheampsvia4Speakon™4
point connectors:
-1+/1-ontherearpanel
-2+/2-onthefrontforcardioidconguration.
The2+/2-onthebackisconnectedbetweenthetwo
connectors but is not connected to the speakers.
TheergonomicEFK4-pointattachmentsystemallowssafeuse
insuspendedoroormode.Italsoadaptstotheneedsofuse
inacardioidconguration.
APGrecommendstheuseoftheUC115BandUC118i
subwoofers with Uniline Compact to extend the operating
range of the system down to very low frequencies in an optimal
manner.
However,itispossibletocompletetheUNILINECompact
systemwithothersubwoofersfromtheAPGUNILINEand
TBranges,inparticulartheUL115B,UL118BandTB218S
models.
For these special cases, refer to the technical brochures and
assembly manuals to ensure safe and compliant implementa-
tion.

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2.3 Accessories
UCTRUSS
The UCTRUSS element is the main rigging accessory of the Uniline Compact system.
-SnapofUC206N/Wclusters
-SnapofUC115Bclusters
-LinkbetweenUC115BandUC206N/W.
Itcanconnectupto22UC206N/Wor11UC115Bforamaximumweightof380kg.
Thequickclickpointoersgreatprecisioninadjustingtheverticalangleoftheclustersevenwithasinglepointofsus-
pension. The Ease Focus acoustic and mechanical simulation tool allows precise calculation of the center of gravity and
indicates the best mounting position for the spindles.

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UCRAIL
TheUCRAILaccessoryisanidealalternativetoUCTRUSS,forhangingsmallclusters.Itcanconnectupto8UC206N/
W,foramaximumweightof140kg.
Lighter and more economical than the UCTRUSS, this accessory guarantees a real gain in competitiveness, especially on
smallandmedium-sizedcongurationswhenthereisnoneedtosuspendtheUC115Bbothinrentalandinpermanent
installation.
APG reminds you to always secure your Uniline Compact system with an approved safety sling, connected to the UC-
TRUSS or UCRAIL and to adjust the orientation angle of your cluster with an adequate halyard to maintain its value and
avoid excessive swinging.

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USTACK
Forposedandstackedcongurations,aspecicUCSTACKaccessorymustbeusedtosafelyconguretheverticalangle
oftheUC206N/Wclustersfrom-15°to+10°(lowerenclosureaxis).
Thisaccessorycanbeusedforthreetypesofcongurations:
1.UC206N/Wstackingontheground,thankstoitsrubberfeet,oronsubwoofers(possibilityoflockingitwithM20
thread).
2.UC206N/WspeakerstandmountingviaspeakerstandwithscrewadaptersuchasK&M24281.
3.IncombinationwithUCRAILorUCSTACK,topullthelowerpartofasuspendedassemblyofUC206N/Wtoallowa
morepronouncedinteriorangle(«Pullback»).

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ELK / EBK
UC118icanbeassembledvertically.EachwillbeequippedwiththeELKcouplingelementallowingtocreateaclusterof
upto3speakersinomnidirectionalorcardioidcongurationveryaesthetic.Alignedwiththecenterofgravityoftheenclo-
sure, the mounting systems provide stable and perfectly vertical clusters.
TheUC118iwillbesuspendedbymeansoftheadaptedEBKbumper.
EBK
4 x shoulder
crew M6x30,
ø8
ELK (1 each side)
ELK coupling
element
EBK rigging bumper

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2.4 Ampliers
APG DSP processors manage and process systems like Uni-
line Compact, which cannot function without them.
DMS48:4inputs,8outputs,analogand/ordigital(AES3),
96kHz/24bitsdigitalconverters,50factorypresets
DA15:4andDA50:4:4inputs,4outputs,analogand/or
digital(AES3),96kHz/24bitdigitalconverters,50factory
presets,withintegrated4-channelpowerampliers.
Complete banks of factory presets are available for all Uniline
CompactcongurationmodesfortheDMS48processorand
DA15.4andDA50.4ampliers.
APG digital processors can be easily controlled remotely via
an Ethernet network with a single computer, thanks to the
“APG Live Manager” software.
ThecablingmustbeatleastinCAT5formatandmustfollow
the Ethernet Standard recommendation of the star topology
aroundaswitch.Westronglyrecommendthatyouincludea
DHCPserverforautomaticIPaddressing.
DMS48,DA50:4andDA15:4haveanexpansionslotforan
optional audio network card.
CurrentlyavailableaDANTEstandardfromAudinate.
Eachdeviceincludes4DSPModules,congurableby
theuser.Fortheadjustmentoftheinstallation,theseoer
treatments,groupableby«overlays»:youcanaccumulate
onamoduleupto26lowshelves,78parametricand13hi
shelves in FIR.
Amplication of Uniline Compact :
APGrecommendsusingAPGmodelsSA20:2or/and
SA30:2,combinedwithDSPDMS48,orDA50:4forservice
and rental.
However,itispossibletouseotherprofessionalampliers
suitable for permanent installation, in accordance with the
following qualitative criteria:
UC206N/WLow/mediumsection:300Wat16ohms
1200Wat4Ohms
UC206N/WMedium/highsection:100Wat16Ohms
400Wat4Ohms
UC115B:1100Wat8Ohms
1600Wat4Ohms
UC118i:1100Wat8Ohms
1600Wat4Ohms
«APG Live Manager» driver software
DA15:4/F DA50:4/F
DMS48/F
UNIRACK - DMS48/F
TOURACK - DMS48/F
SA20:2 et SA30:2
2 channels analog ampliers
Routeur
Switch
DMS48
DA50:4
SA20:2

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2.5 Amplications rack
UNIRACK & TOURACK
APG provides two standardized platforms for electronic pro-
cessingandamplication:UNIRACKandTOURACKwhich
respectivelyhavefourandeightamplicationchannels,
adaptedtoeachtypeofconguration:touring,xedinstalla-
tions, events ...
Wiringanddispatchingarealsomucheasierthankstotheir
integrated wiring plates, which save time and have a clear
and quick view of the connections.
These2rackshave:
UNIRACK:
- TFC3U: Universal rack 3U
-1xCP3UAP:Wiringplate(rear)
-1xDMS48:Digitalprocessor
-2SA30:2or4amplicationchannels
WiringplatesforUNIRACK
Equipment of CP3UAP:
1.4XLR3femaleinputs+4maleXLR3links
2.8-pointSpeakonTMoutput(1-2-3-4)
3.4-pointSpeakonTMoutput(1-2,3-4)
4.4RJ45bases(2audio,1network,1aux)
TOURACK:
-TFC10U:FlightCase10U
-1xCP1UMI:Wiringplate(front)forinputs
-2xCP1UMO:Connectionplateforoutputs
-1xDMS48:Digitalprocessor
-4SA30:2or8amplicationchannels
WiringplatesforTOURACK
Equipment of CP1UMI:
1.4femaleXLR3inputs+4maleXLR3links
2.4RJ45bases(2audio,1network,1aux)
CP1UMO equipment
1.8-pointSpeakonTMoutput(1-2-3-4)
2.4-pointSpeakonTMoutput(1-2;-3-4)
Recommendednumberofspeakersperamplierchannel
withSA30:2orDA50:4(bi-amplication)
UC206N UC206W UC115B UC118i
Rec* 4422
Max** 883 3
*Therecommendedvaluecorrespondstoaloadof4Ω
** The maximum tolerable value, when the system does not
have to reach its maximum SPL and the cable lengths are
short(2Ωload)
Connection plate CP1UMI
Connection plate CP3UAP
Connection plate CP1UMO
XLR3socket
+linkXLRmâle(x4paires)
Power supply 4xXLRoutputs
(DSP5,6,7&8)
2x4pointsSpeakonTM output
2x2pointsSpeakonTM output
(usablelike4x2points)
1x8pointsSpeakonTM
output
4xXLR3inputsocket+4
linksXLR3socket
4xRJ45networksocket
(2xAUDIO+1xNET+1xAUX)
2x4pointsSpeakonTM output
2x2pointsSpeakonTM output
Andthesamesecondplatefor5to8channels
1x8pointsSpeakonTM output
4xRJ45networksocket
(2audio+1net+1aux)

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Wideband mode
Extented mode 1
Extented mode 2
2.6 Applications : examples of congurations
-2xUCTRUSS
-12xUC206N
-4xUC206W
-2xUCTRUSS
-12xUC206N
-4xUC206W
-4xUC118i
-4xUCTRUSS
-2xUCSTACK
-12xUC115B
-8xUC206N
-12xUC206W

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Completed mode
-4xUCTRUSS
-6xUC115B
-8xUC206N
-4xUC206W
-4xUC118i

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Translation principle for assembling UC206N/W to each other.
Assembly principle for assembling UC115B to each other.
2.7 Principle of assembly
1
3
2
4
Don’tforgettoputtheside
pin as well as the rear pin
withthedesiredangle(see
part3page20)

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Assembly principle with UCSTACK :
- Ground stacking
1.TurntheUC206N/Wover,presenttheUCSTACKandslideitsoastoassembleitwiththeUC206N/Wenclosure
2.TurnovertheenclosureandtheUCSTACKthenputthelateralsafetypin
3. Set the rear pin to the desired angle
4.SECURITYCHECK
PerformtheSECURITYCHECKtomakesuretheUC206N/Waresecure.
Thesidesafetypin(2)andtherearpin(3)securetheUC206N/Wwhentheaccessoriesarefullyengagedandbothpins
are engaged.