Devine Onyx 6 User manual

Onyx Passive 6 / 8 – 70.7/100V Edition
Passive Speaker
User Manua
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Devine Onyx passive speaker. We advise that you read this user manual in its
entirety before unpacking the contents of the box, so that you are familiar with all of the functionality that this
product has to offer. Please be sure to check that all of the parts and accessories listed below under box
contents are included in the package. In the event that the product does not function properly, or if you have
any issues while operating it, please remove the plug from the power socket and contact your retailer for
assistance.
Box contents:
– Devine Onyx passive speaker, 6 or 8 inch, 70.7/100V version
P ease inspect the device and the inc uded accessories.
Should you discover that either the device or one or more of the included parts have been damaged or
rendered defective while in transit, please contact your dealer directly.
Please note that the pictures in this user manual serve illustrative purposes only and may differ from the
actual product.
Contact:
Devine Pro Audio Products
Verrijn Stuartweg 18
4462 GE Goes
The Netherlands
Please do not send any products to this correspondence address.
Should you wish to send in a product for repair or for a refund, please contact your retailer for an RMA
Return Merchandise Authorisation).
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Safety Instructions
Everyone involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this device must:
- Be qualified
- Be skilled
- Have read the instructions in this user manual
- Be sure that neither the device nor the included accessories are damaged. Should the device or the
included accessories be damaged, please contact your dealer for more information.
- Ensure that the device is in good working condition and is safe to operate. Please follow the advice and
instructions as they are described in this user manual.
Damage caused by misuse and/or modifications made to the device are not covered by the warranty.
This device does not contain any parts that need to be repaired or replaced by the user. Should maintenance
or repairs be necessary, they must be handled by a qualified technician.
Important information regarding hea th and safety:
- Do not remove any labels or stickers from this device.
- Do not leave any cables lying around.
- The device should not be opened up, and any hardware or software that may be present should not be
modified.
- To achieve optimal performance, inputs on this device should not be fed with a signal higher than
necessary.
- The device should only be used indoors; contact with water, rain and moisture should always be avoided.
Do not place any objects containing liquids on top of the device.
- Remove the device from any nearby flames or heat sources; do not place it near flammable fluids, gasses
or objects.
- Disconnect this device from the power supply if it will not be used for a longer period of time, if maintenance
is necessary, or if the device needs to be cleaned.
- Do not pull on the cable to remove a connector, as it can cause damage.
- Do not use any cables other than the ones described in this manual. Do not use defective cables. Please
contact your dealer if the included or necessary cables do not function properly with this device.
- In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes (e.g. transported through a cold
outdoor environment into a warm indoor environment), it should not be turned on until it has reached room
temperature. This is necessary to prevent moisture from forming in the device, which could lead to electric
shocks.
Guide ines and operation of this device:
- This device is intended for indoor use by adults only.
- This device is not suitable for use by children, and should always be operated by an adult.
- This device may only be used in a suitable environment where no damage to the device can occur. Do not
use the device in moist or dusty environments such as:
- indoor swimming pools where chlorine is used
- beaches where there is sand and salt
- outdoors
- indoors in spaces where intense heat sources are present, or where it reaches temperature levels
that would be considered uncomfortable for a person
- Avoid impact and collisions during use and transport. Do not transport the device while it is in use. Avoid
using excessive force when installing and operating the device.
- The user should become familiar with the functions of this device before using it.
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WARNING!
Keep this device away from moisture, water and rain to avoid the chance of e ectric shocks.

- The user should be able to stop the devices s power supply in case of emergencies. At least one of the
following should therefore be accessible at all times:
- the on/off switch on the back of the unit
- the power cable connector on the back of the unit
- the power socket the cable is plugged in to
- the power socket switch or extension cable switch
- Should the device not be used in the manner described in this user manual, damages or even injuries could
occur. Devine cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages that occur as a result of improper use
of this product.
Storage and transport:
– This product is designed for mobile use. If the product needs to be transported, it should be well-protected
against damage.
- This device is not designed for permanent (24/7) use. The expected lifespan of the device will not be
affected by occasionally turning the device off. Disconnect the device or turn off the power when it is not
actively in use.
- If the device will not be used for a longer period of time, it should be disconnected and stored in a dust-free
environment.
- Do not expose the device to extreme temperature differences.
Housing
- Inspect the device s housing frequently, and always just before use. Avoid operating the device if there are
large dents or cracks, or if screws are missing. Do not use the device if the housing is not in good condition.
Contact your dealer or a qualified technician if you are unsure about the state of the device.
- Check the device and the screws for corrosion. Corrosion must not be present on this device. Contact your
dealer or a qualified technician if you find any corrosion on the screws.
Every power and signal connector should be securely mounted. Do not use the device if the connectors are
not secure.
- Avoid dust and dirt build-up. Clean the device once a month by disconnecting it from the power supply and
wiping it down with a dry or slightly moist cloth. If the device is used frequently, the cleaning intervals should
increase.
Symbo exp anation:
WEEE: Ensure that this device is disposed of properly. This product falls under the WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. The requirements of this directive apply
to all manufacturers and producers of electronic devices in the EU. Do not throw this product
away with regular rubbish. Please contact your local authority for more information about how
to recycle and dispose of these products in your region. By recycling this product in the proper
manner, we can work together to ensure that we can continue to enjoy these kinds of
products and still protect the environment as much as possible from pollution.
CE: The CE logo indicates that this product meets the European norms and requirements to
which it must legally conform.
On y suitab e for indoor use: this product was only designed for indoor use. The maximum
environmental temperature must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
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Guide ines and Operation
The product seen in the images is the Onyx 6 100V speaker. Please note that the Onyx 8 100V features the
same specifications.
1. TAP selection knob for 70.7 Volts, 100 Volts and 8 Ohm operation mode
2. Speaker input via 4-pin lockable speaker connector
3. Speaker parallel output via 4-pin lockable speaker connector
4. Wire terminals for speaker wires
5. Handle (may differ depending on model)
6. High-frequency speaker (compression driver) with horn
7. Bass reflex ports
8. Low-frequency speaker
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Operating the Device
The Devine Onyx speakers can be used for a wide variety of purposes, but it’s important to be aware of the
following information beforehand in order to achieve optimal performance.
Warning Before Use
Devine Onyx speakers are capable of producing volume levels that can cause temporary or permanent
hearing damage. Use these units with care and keep the volume at a reasonable level when possible. The
volume should ideally be set to a comfortable level when listening to music.
Devine cannot be held liable for any injuries or damage resulting from the use of this product.
70.7/100V Functiona ity
Warning! Audio signa current of 100 Vo ts!
Touching non-iso ated wire termina s or wires can cause pain.
Switch off the audio signa of the amp ifier before working with or connecting the wire
termina s or wires.
This version of the Devine Onyx speaker features a built-in 70.7/100V transformer with ‘tapping’ functionality.
This means that the speaker performs best when used for mobile public announcement systems and fixed
installations for PA systems and/or background music.
In order to make use of the 70.7/100V functionality, a separate 70.7/100V amplifier is required. Your local
audio specialist should be able to offer advice in this regard. The speaker automatically determines if it’s
supposed to operate in 70.7V or 100V mode. If you’re using the speaker in constantly changing conditions,
it’s also possible to set it to a ‘standard’ 8-Ohm mode so that it works in combination with a traditional power
amplifier. In this case, the impedance of the speaker is 8 Ohms.
The difference between a 70.7 and 100V system is practically neglectable. The first is widely used in the
United States, while 100V systems are generally used across Europe. Since European countries tend to use
higher voltages, the current running through the cables is lower, which means that with a thinner cable, a
larger distance can be bridged. From a traditional power amplifier point of view, the signal is passed through
a step-up transformer that sends out a fixed-current signal. The speaker itself features a transformer with a
step-down transformer, which converts the signal back to a regular speaker signal.
The same principle is used for transmission towers. These make use of relatively thin cables intended to
supply a specific region with electricity. These cables end up at a number of step-down transformers where
high currents are run through (such as for 3-phase power) and which convert the signal back to lower
voltages.
The advantage here is that you don’t have to concern yourself with changes in electrical resistance. While 2,
4 and 8 Ohm settings result in enormous differences in performance in the case of traditional speaker
systems, this is irrelevant in 70.7/100V systems because you only need to take into account the total power
capacity of all the connected speakers – which cannot exceed the maximum power capacity of the speaker.
Speaker Cab es
Please be aware that 70.7/100V systems require matching speaker cables. As stated above, thinner cables
can be used, which is to say, the copper core of the cable can be thinner. On the other hand, since the
tension is higher, the isolation needs to be thicker. Any speaker cables used should therefore be suitable for
100V.
Tap Function
A typical characteristic of a 70.7/100V system is that the amplifier largely determines the maximum power
capacity. This is a specified amount that’s available usually as a mono signal, for instance 70, 100, 150 or
even 200 Watts.
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By using the Tap switch on the back of the speaker, you can determine how much power capacity the Onyx
‘drains’ from the original signal. The rest of the signal can then be sent to as many speakers as desired.
Do keep in mind that the total power capacity consumption of the speakers may not exceed the maximum
power output of the amplifier!
P ease note! When turned to certain positions, the Tap rotary knob can immediately damage your speakers
or drastically shorten their lifespan.
If the speaker is connected to a 70.7/100V system, then the 6th position (8 Ohm) may not be used. In this
case, the speaker voice-coil is connected directly to high-tension power and will break.
If the speaker to a connected to a 100V system, then the 5th position (N.C.) may not be used. This leads to
electrical overload and will quickly cause the speaker components to break.
Power Capacity
Depending on whether they’re set to 70.7 or 100V mode, Devine Onyx speakers are able to ‘drain’ different
amounts of power from the signal, with a minimum of 25 Watts and a maximum of 40 Watts depending on
the type of amplifier and mode used.
While this may seem like an insignificant amount, keep in mind that the average PA speaker is able to
produce as much as 80 to 100 dB with just 1 Watt of power.
Each doubling of the power capacity results in an average increase of 3 dB. Each increase of 6 dB in sound
pressure is experienced by human hearing as a doubling of the sound pressure.
This is why a 70.7/100V system is ideal for installations with a large amount of speakers to ensure solid
sound dispersion, without the need for a high power capacity per speaker.
Examp e
You have a 100V amplifier with a maximum power capacity of 150 Watts and several Onyx speakers you’d
like to install. Some speakers are able to produce a louder sound, so you want to send more power to these.
In 100V mode, an Onyx speaker can siphon 5, 10, 20 or 40 Watts of power from the signal.
This means that 5 Onyx speakers are able to siphon 10 Watts, while if you were to use 20 Onyx speakers,
they could only siphon 5 Watts.
In practice, it’s recommended to maintain a safety margin and keep the power amplifier from continuously
sending out its maximum power output. This ensures that each component in your sound system has a little
headroom to guarantee optimal performance without constantly operating at maximum capacity.
Connecting 70.7/100V
A 70.7/100V system can be connected in the same way as a traditional PA system without the need to
distinguish between series or parallel switching. This means that it’s possible to set up two separate lines
from the amplifier to two different rooms while all the speakers in the room are daisy-chained for the most
efficient configuration possible. This also makes it easier to troubleshoot any issues in case one group of
speakers is working while the other group isn’t.
Genera Use
Housing
The Onyx speaker has a robust housing made of moulded plastic. While this is designed to withstand regular
mobile use, it is not designed to withstand impact due to falling or damage caused by (relatively) sharp
objects.
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During use, storage and transport, ensure that the speaker cannot fall or be damaged by nearby objects that
could fall or move.
Hand es
All Onyx speakers are fitted with a handle on the top.
The handles are designed to make it easier to pick up and move the speakers only. They should never be
used to suspend or install the speaker.
Protection during transport
While the Onyx speakers can be transported, they are not waterproof and caution is therefore advised if they
are taken outside when it’s raining or in adverse weather conditions. If they are exposed to moisture of any
kind, ensure that they are completely dry again before use. Failure to do so may result in a short circuit which
could cause permanent damage or injury. Exposure to moisture can also cause visible or invisible corrosion
which may cause damage in the long term.
Gri e
All Onyx speakers are equipped with a metal grille on the front to protect the speaker components behind.
There is also acoustic foam behind the grille to prevent any unwanted matter from getting inside the speaker.
The grille should, therefore, not be removed.
Stand f ange
The speaker is equipped with a 35 mm stand flange on the bottom which allows it to be easily mounted on a
stand. From an elevated position, high tones will travel further, thereby reaching a larger audience.
For optimal sound dispersion, the middle of the speaker s woofer should ideally be placed at a height of
between 1.80 and 2.00 metres.
By means of a knob, the stand flange can be tightened to hold the speaker firmly in place on the stand. As
well as being secure, this also prevents undesired vibrations and resonance.
When the speaker is mounted on a stand, make sure that the stand is not placed anywhere it will be in the
way and/or could be knocked over. The legs on a stand should always be fully extended to ensure optimal
stability.
The 35 mm stand flange can also be used to mount the speaker on a suitable wall bracket. Consult the
manual or instructions that come with your wall bracket to ensure proper installation before mounting the
speaker.
Connections
The Devine Onyx 70.7/100V speakers are fitted with two types of connections. For professional and mobile
use, Devine recommends the use of lockable speaker connectors, since these are wear-resistant and are
able to withstand excessive plugging in and unplugging.
For fixed installations, the wire terminals can be used. The red is the positive terminal (+) and the black is the
negative terminal (–). If you want to connect multiple speakers, the exposed wires of the speakers can be
twisted and paired before being connected to the terminal. Alternatively, you can use special wire-end
sleeves for a neater connection.
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Speaker Troub eshooting Guide
If you have a problem with your speaker, please consult this troubleshooting section for possible solutions. If,
after consulting this section, the problem remains unresolved, please contact your retailer for more
information and/or help.
This troubleshooting section contains information about how to solve the most common speaker problems,
but it does not and cannot cover every eventuality. It is possible that you won t find your problem, cause and
solution in this section due to differences between products.
Prob em Possib e cause So ution
No sound via one of the inputs Cable not connected properly Make sure that the cable is
properly connected to both the
speaker and the amplifier.
Defective cable Try using another cable to
determine whether the cable is the
problem.
No sound Volume control is not turned up Turn up the volume control on the
signal source and/or amplifier to a
sufficient level.
Red Clip Limiter LED lights up
often or continually
Volume is too high Lower the volume of the input
signal or the amplifier. Overloading
the speaker can cause permanent
damage.
Distorted, clipping or crackling
sound
Source device is transferring a
distorted signal
Check if any of the connected
source device is transferring a
distorted signal and turn down the
volume on the device if necessary.
Volume control is too loud Turn the volume down
The tone controls for treble and/or
bass are too high or too low.
Turn the tone control back to 12
o clock and listen to check if
clipping is still audible.
Woofer or tweeter is defective If a speaker is exposed to a loud,
distorted, or clipped signal for a
longer period of time, this can
cause permanent damage to its
internal components. If you
suspect that the woofer or tweeter
is damaged, contact your local
retailer for assistance.
Sound is dull Tweeter is defective Turn the speaker to an appropriate
volume (ensure that it s not too
loud) so that you can listen directly
to the tweeter with it close to your
ear. If the tweeter is not
responding it is probably defective
and you should contact your
retailer for assistance.
2-band EQ incorrectly set Check the setting of the treble
control. If it s turned all the way
down (fully to the left), turn it back
to the neutral position (12 o clock).
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Specifications
Genera specifications for a mode s:
– lightweight speaker cabinet with plastic housing
– 6 or 8 inch speaker with woofer and compression driver and horn
– metal grille with acoustic foam inside
– acoustic foam behind grille to prevent any unwanted matter from getting inside the speaker
– grille covers the front of the speaker for optimal protection
– tweeter fitted with special horn design for optimal sound dispersion
– high-quality plastic housing with black finish
– rubber feet
– 70.7/100V functionality with various power-drain settings and bypass functionality for 8-Ohm use
– 35 mm stand flange with tightening knob for secure mounting on a speaker stand and optimal dispersion of
the high tones
- connections: 1x lockable speaker input, 1x lockable speaker output, wire terminals
Technica specifications per mode :
Mode Onyx 6 Onyx 8
Frequency Range 72 Hz - 19 kHz 61 Hz - 19 kHz
Power Capacity (RMS / Peak)
in 8-Ohm mode
80 / 320 W 100 / 400 W
100V Tapping Values 70,7 V: 2,5W / 5W / 10W / 20W / 40W
100V: 5W / 10W / 20W / 40W
Maximum SPL 108 dB 111 dB
Low Frequency Speaker 6.5" woofer 8" woofer
High Frequency Speaker 1" compression driver
High Frequency Horn Dispersion 90° x 60° (H x V), a-symmetrical
Crossover Frequency 3.5 kHz 3.5 kHz
Dimensions 220 x 368 x 210 mm 275 x 492 x 270.5 mm
Weight Per Speaker 4.7kg 7.4 kg
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