arbane APG UC118i User manual
User manual - UC118i
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UC118i
User manual
User manual - UC118i
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Informations générales
UC118i - Manuel utilisateur
Version 10/2021
APG France (Active Audio / Arbane Groupe)
8 Rue Johannes Gutenberg - 44340 Bouguenais- France
Tél : 02.40.46.66.64
www.apg.audio/fr
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1. Safety note and general information
• 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.
• Stamustwearpersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE)duringeachstepofinstallingthepro-
duct(helmet,gloves,safetyshoesataminimum).
• InstallationofAPGproductsshouldonlybecarriedoutbyqualiedstatrainedinrigging
techniques and aware of the safety recommendations set out in this manual.
• Alwayscheckthestability,resistancetoweight,atnessandhorizontalityofthesupport.
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.
• Usetheproductswiththespeciedaccessoriesbythemanufacturer.
• 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
qualiedpersonnelorbyAPG.
• EntrustallrepairstoqualiedstaorbyAPG.Repairsaremandatoryifthedeviceisda-
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.
• Respectthemaximumloadcapacityofeachcongurationandcarryoutconformitysimula-
tions using the tools APG Tools, APG Uniline Aiming Tool, AFMG EASE Focus 3.
• Useonlywithacart,tripod,bracket,ortablespeciedbythemanufacturer,orsoldwiththe
apparatus. If a cart is used, move the cart-apparatus combination carefully so as not to tip it
over, which could cause personal injury.
• Donotinstallnearaheatsourcesuchasanopename,radiator,heatregister,stoveorany
otherdevicethatproducesheat(includingampliers).
• Donotexposetheproducttoextremeconditionssuchashumidity(rain,seawater,conden-
sation,ambienthumidity,etc.),excessiveheat(sun,heating,etc.)overalongperiod.
• Takeintoaccounttheeectsofthewind.Flyingloudspeakersoverheadatwindforceshigher
than,16mph(25km/h)isnotrecommended.Ifthewindforceexceeds46mph(72km/h):
- Make sure that no person remains in the vicinity of the loudspeaker array.
- Lower and secure the array.
• Duringanoutdoorperformance,itisadvisabletondoutabouttheweatherconditionsand
to follow the local weather report and the recommendations of the competent authorities. An
anemometer can be used at the top of the system.
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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.
• APGproductsareguaranteedfor5years.Thefullve-yearwarrantycoversltersandtrans-
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
withoutpriorwarning.Asaresult,anAPGproductmaydierinsomeaspectsfromitspubli-
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.
Formoredetailedinformationonrecyclingthisproduct,pleasecontactyourlocaloce,waste
collection agency or dealer.
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2. UC118i subwoofer
2.1 Product description
The UC118i subwoofer has been designed to ensure the re-
production of infra-bass in a posed or hung conguration.
The loudspeaker bandpass load allows a gain of sound level
of 3dB in the useful band and a reduction in the volume of
the loudspeaker compared to the load in direct radiation. The
forced-ventilated 18 «neodymium driver driver was selected
for its excellent diaphragm hold and thermal compression re-
ducingproperties.Thisresultsinveryhigheciencyforacom-
pactboxthattseasily.Designedforintegration,theUC118i
is however easily movable thanks to its integrated handles and
its optional wheeled tray. The UC118i has an integrated moun-
tingsystemandoptionalcouplingelements(ELK)thatallow
clusters of up to 3 speakers in a very attractive omnidirectio-
nalorcardioidconguration.Alignedwiththecenterofgravity
of the enclosure, the mounting systems provide stable and
perfectly vertical clusters. They will be suspended by means
oftheadaptedbumper(EBK).The2SPEAKONconnectors
on the back allow the connection of several speakers on the
sameamplierchannel,andthe2SPEAKONconnectorson
thefrontpanelwillalloweasysetupofcardioidcongurations.
For its use the UC118i absolutely requires the use of a digi-
talprocessororanamplierwithintegratedprocessorAPG.
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2.2 Connections
The rear panel of the UC118i subwoofer is equipped with two NL4 connectors. The four pins of the two connectors
are connected in parallel. The speakers occupy points 1 + / 1-.
The IN connector is used to receive the audio signal. The LINK connector allows to redistribute it to another
UC118i subwoofer connected in parallel.
The internal pinout of UC118i enclosures are shown in the table below:
NL4 1+ 1- 2+ 2-
Transducers
connectors
Red (+) Black (-) N.C N.C
IN LINK
The front of the UC118i subwoofer is
also equipped with two NL4 connec-
tors.
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2.3 Wiring conguration
Only use
Coupled use (Omnidirectionnal) Coupled use (Cardioïde)
Amplier
Quattrocanali 4804
Amplier
Quattrocanali 4804
Amplier
Quattrocanali 4804
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Line use
Amplier
Quattrocanali 4804
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2.4 Examples of congurations
2 x UC118i
2 x iX12/15
3 x UC118i (Omni) 3 x UC118i (Cardioïde)
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4 x UC118i
12 x UC206N
4 x UC206W
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2.5 Rigging
UC118i hanging accessories
UC118i can be assembled vertically. Each will be equipped
withtheELKcouplingelementallowingtocreateaclusterof
upto3speakersinomnidirectionnalorcardioidcongura-
tion very aesthetic. Aligned with the center of gravity of the
enclosure, the mounting systems provide stable and perfect-
ly vertical clusters.
The UC118i will be suspended by means of the adapted
EBKbumper.
Transport tray
TheUC118iWBisthetransporttraythatcanhold2UC118i.
EBK
ELK (each side)
4 x shoulder
crew M6x30,
ø8
Elément de
couplage ELK
Bumper d’accroche
EBK
Arbane Groupe
8 Rue Johannes Gutenberg - 44340 Bouguenais- France
Tél : 02.40.46.66.64
www.apg.audio
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