Christie LA5C User manual

Christie Vive Audio LA5C
Speaker
User Manual
020-101278-02

NOTICES
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS
© 2017 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc. All rights reserved.
All brand names and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade names of their respective holders.
GENERAL
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, however in some cases changes in the products or availability could occur which may
not be reflected in this document. Christie reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time without notice. Performance
specifications are typical, but may vary depending on conditions beyond Christie's control such as maintenance of the product in
proper working conditions. Performance specifications are based on information available at the time of printing. Christie makes no
warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose.
Christie will not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or
use of this material. Canadian manufacturing facility is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified.
WARRANTY
Products are warranted under Christie’s standard limited warranty, the complete details of which are available by contacting your
Christie dealer or Christie. In addition to the other limitations that may be specified in Christie’s standard limited warranty and, to the
extent relevant or applicable to your product, the warranty does not cover:
a. Problems or damage occurring during shipment, in either direction.
b. Projector lamps (See Christie’s separate lamp program policy).
c. Problems or damage caused by use of a projector lamp beyond the recommended lamp life, or use of a lamp other than a Christie
lamp supplied by Christie or an authorized distributor of Christie lamps.
d. Problems or damage caused by combination of a product with non-Christie equipment, such as distribution systems, cameras,
DVD players, etc., or use of a product with any non-Christie interface device.
e. Problems or damage caused by the use of any lamp, replacement part or component purchased or obtained from an
unauthorized distributor of Christie lamps, replacement parts or components including, without limitation, any distributor offering
Christie lamps, replacement parts or components through the internet (confirmation of authorized distributors may be obtained
from Christie).
f. Problems or damage caused by misuse, improper power source, accident, fire, flood, lightening, earthquake or other natural
disaster.
g. Problems or damage caused by improper installation/alignment, or by equipment modification, if by other than Christie service
personnel or a Christie authorized repair service provider.
h. Problems or damage caused by use of a product on a motion platform or other movable device where such product has not been
designed, modified or approved by Christie for such use.
i. Problems or damage caused by use of a projector in the presence of an oil-based fog machine or laser-based lighting that is
unrelated to the projector.
j. For LCD projectors, the warranty period specified in the warranty applies only where the LCD projector is in “normal use” which
means the LCD projector is not used more than 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.
k. Except where the product is designed for outdoor use, problems or damage caused by use of the product outdoors unless such
product is protected from precipitation or other adverse weather or environmental conditions and the ambient temperature is
within the recommended ambient temperature set forth in the specifications for such product.
l. Image retention on LCD flat panels.
m.Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to normal aging of a product.
The warranty does not apply to any product where the serial number has been removed or obliterated. The warranty also does not
apply to any product sold by a reseller to an end user outside of the country where the reseller is located unless (i) Christie has an office
in the country where the end user is located or (ii) the required international warranty fee has been paid.
The warranty does not obligate Christie to provide any on site warranty service at the product site location.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Preventative maintenance is an important part of the continued and proper operation of your product. Please see the Maintenance
section for specific maintenance items as they relate to your product. Failure to perform maintenance as required, and in accordance
with the maintenance schedule specified by Christie, will void the warranty.
Environmental
The product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol means
that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from regular waste. Please dispose of the product
appropriately and according to local regulations. In the European Union, there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic
products. Please help us to conserve the environment we live in!

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Table of Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
What’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect the speaker wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Fly the LA5C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Ceiling mount the LA5C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The speaker does not function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
The speaker sound is degraded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
There is speaker noise or hiss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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Safety Information
• Read this information thoroughly before installing or operating a speaker.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Do not install the speaker near water where the electrical components can be exposed to
moisture. Do not place objects containing liquids, such as vases, on the product.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not overpower or underpower speaker systems.
• Use only in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and installation guidelines.
• Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary
considerably in their susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose
some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. These are the
permissible noise level exposures specified by the United States Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA):
Duration (Consecutive) Sound Pressure Level (dbA), Slow
Responses
8 hrs 90
6 hrs 92
4 hrs 95
3 hrs 97
2 hrs 100
1.5 hrs 102
1 hr 105
30 min 110

Safety Information
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• According to the OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in
some hearing loss. Earplugs or protectors to the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when
operating this amplification system to prevent permanent hearing loss, if exposure is in excess
of the described limits.
• Two people are required to safely lift and install the speaker.
• Speakers and speakers mounted to brackets must be affixed to a suitable structure following all
local safety standards and regulations.
• Always install all legally required additional redundant safety straps or cables.
• Install the minimum number of rigging wires (refer to Installation for more details) that are
required to suspend the speaker. Observe load ratings and all applicable local safety codes.
• Only use attachments or accessories specified by Christie.
• To reduce the risk of system damage, turn off the power amplifier and then disconnect the
speaker wire before performing a repair or maintenance.
• All servicing must be completed by qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way. For example, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen onto the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Technical support
Technical support for Christie products is available at:
• North and South America: [phone] or [e-mail],
Middle East, and Africa: [phone] or Support.EM[email protected]
• Asia Pacific: [phone] or Support.APA[email protected]
• Coolux: [phone] or [email protected]
• Christie Managed Services: [phone] or [e-mail]
≤15 min 115
Duration (Consecutive) Sound Pressure Level (dbA), Slow
Responses