BlastKing PLA12 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
PLA12

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All other BlastKing® products purchased in the USA are protected under the regular
manufacturer’s one year warranty. This warranty is intended to protect customers from any
and all manufacturer defects from one year of purchase. The product will be replaced or
repaired at the manufacturer’s discretion upon receipt of the warranted unit along with a
dated proof of purchase from an authorized dealer or distributor. This warranty becomes
null and void under situations including but not limited to misusage, normal wear and tear,
shipping damage and abuse. For international purchases, please contact your local dealer
or sales associate for further warranty information.
FCC Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For manufacture warranty please register this product online at
http://blastking.com/product-registration/
Please write the serial number for future reference
Purchased at:
Date of purchase:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE AMPLIFIER
COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. WARNING: To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Do not use this
apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Allow a minimum of 6" (152 mm) clearance behind cabinet for convection cooling. Keep anything that might
restrict airflow from the rear of the enclosure (i.e. draperies, fabric, etc.). Do not block any ventilation opening. This
product contains an internal power amplifier that produces heat.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli-
fiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug on the three-pronged “Edison” style power cable. The
grounding plug has two blades and a grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet. Do not cut off the grounding
plug or use an adapter that breaks the grounding circuit. This apparatus must be properly grounded for your safety.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. The appliance coupler is the AC mains disconnect and should remain readily operable after installation.
12. Use only attachments/accessories specified by Blastking, USA.
13. Use only with hardware, brackets, and components sold with the apparatus or by Blastking, USA.
14. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
15. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
16. Before placing, installing, rigging or suspending any loudspeaker product, inspect all hardware, suspension,
cabinets, transducers, brackets and associated equipment for damage. Any missing, corroded, deformed, or non-load
rated component could significantly reduce the strength of the installation and should be immediately corrected. Use
only hardware which is rated for the loading conditions of the installation and any possible short-term unexpected
overloading. Never exceed the rating of the hardware or equipment.
17. Consult a licensed, professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment
installation.
18. The appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to humans.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual.
WARNING!

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Introduction
The PLA12 is the ideal portable array solution for musicians, mobile DJ’s
and corporate events. It is designed for maximum
compactness and delivers the high quality sound and coverage that is
essential for the perfect all in one array solution.
Applications
• DJs
• Live Sound and Performers
• Corporate events and Presentations
Features
1200 Watts Peak
131 dB max SPL
38 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response
1 x 12” Woofer, 2.5” VC, 50 OZ magnet design
8 x 2” Full range transducers
Pole mountable, easy set-up and transportation
Includes side handles for easy transport
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (H x W x D): 22.85”x16.15”x24” / (580x410x610mm)
Net Weight: 57.50 lbs (26.10 kg)

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Installation
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Easy Setup & Transportation
Remove cover using hex key (included).
Remove column speaker, cable and speaker pole.
Column speaker, cable and speaker
pole are inside the Sub.
Screw speaker pole into top of the sub and adjust
to desired height.
Screw speaker onto the
top of the speaker pole.
Tighten for stability. Plug the cable from the back
of the column speaker into the
back of the subwoofer.

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Rear panel features
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1Audio Input (XLR Female) - Balanced
2Audio Input (1/4” Female) - Balanced
3Mic/Line – Press IN when using a microphone.
Press OUT when using a mixer.
5Audio Output (RCA) Left and Right
8Sig – Signal Indicator – When illuminated, there
is a signal to the audio input.
6Satellite Out – Use this to link subwoofer with
the column speaker.
9Clip – Clip Indicator – When illuminated, the
signal level is clipping. The volume should be
reduced if light is solid and not blinking.
7Power – When illuminated, the unit is set to on.
10 Flat/Boost – Press IN for boosted frequency
response Press OUT for flat frequency
response.
11 Volume Control – Turn clockwise to make volume louder. Turn counter
clockwise to make volume lower.
4Audio Output (XLR Male) – Balanced. Output
is in parallel with audio input and can be used
when connecting another amplifier.
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13 Power Switch – Press to the right for on. Press to the left to turn the
unit off.
12 Voltage Switch - Factory setting at 110V. Instructions to switch to
220V available upon request.
14 Fuse
15 AC Power Input – Use with included power cord.

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Maintenance
These speakers are high quality units made especially according to the products’ specification.
Overpowering the unit or overheating it because of improper system arrangement could harm the unit.
For longest possible operating life, and to avoid warranty issues, it is recommended that there is at least a few inches of
space around an active speaker.
Please avoid exposing the speaker to moisture or extreme cold conditions. Do not put the speaker anywhere near water
sources as it can damage the unit or cause a short circuit.
Manufacturer takes no responsibility for improper repair, replacement, or any other services conducted by unqualified
technicians.

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