EAW AC6 User manual

User Manual
AC6

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - READ
THIS FIRST
Read and heed all warnings and safety
instructions in this manual before using this
product. Failure to follow these precautions
may result in damage, injury, or death.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any amplier ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specied
by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the Caster Pallets and ybars
specied by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a Caster Pallet is used,
use caution when moving the apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualied 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, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if lithium
battery is incorrectly replaced. Do not attempt
to replace the battery yourself.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ - À LIRE EN
PREMIER
Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes de
sécurité et les mises en garde fournies dans le
manuel des enceintes EAW avant d'utiliser ce
produit. Le non-respect de ces consignes et
mises en garde peut entraîner des dommages
aux équipements et des accidents aux
personnes pouvant être fatals.
ATTENTION: L'enceinte est fournie avec un
cordon secteur. Selon la tension du modèle
commandé, ce câble est fourni avec la che
la plus communément utilisée avec cette
tension. Si la che n'est pas compatible avec
les prises secteur de votre région, faites appel
à un électricien agréé pour modier le cordon
secteur en fonction du format local. Vériez
que la che secteur dispose d'une mise à la
terre. Le non-respect de la mise à la terre peut
entraîner des dommages aux équipements
et des accidents aux personnes pouvant être
fatals.
ATTENTION: Danger d'explosion si la batterie
au lithium n'est pas remplacé. N'essayez pas de
remplacer la batterie vous-même.

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PRECAUZIONI DI SICUREZZA - DA LEGGERE
PER PRIMO
Norme di Sicurezza
Prima di procedere con l'utilizzo del prodotto,
leggere e rispettare ogni avvertenza e
norma di sicurezza riportata nel "Manuale
EAW Loudspeaker". Il mancato rispetto
di ogni precauzione può causare danni
all'apparecchiatura, nonché infortuni alle
persone o la morte.
ATTENZIONE: Il diusore è completo di cavo
d'alimentazione ac fornito in dotazione. In
base la voltaggio del modello di diusore
acquistato, il cavo è congurato con il
connettore ac più adeguato. Nel caso in cui il
connettore non sia compatibile con le prese
di corrente adottate nell'area d'impiego,
rivolgersi ad un elettricista qualicato per
ri-congurare il cavo con il connettore più
appropriato. Assicurarsi che la presa di
corrente sia adeguatamente collegata a terra.
Il mancato rispetto di tali norme può causare
danni all'apparecchiatura, nonché infortuni
alle persone o la morte.
ATTENZIONE: Pericolo di esplosione se la
batteria al litio non è sostituita correttamente.
Non tentare di sostituire la batteria da soli.
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD - LEA EST
O PRIMERO
Instrucciones de Securidad
Lea y observe todos los avisos e instrucciones
de seguridad que aparecen en el "Manual de
altavoces EAW" adjunto antes de usar este
aparato. El no observar esta precaución puede
dar lugar a averías en el aparato, daños en las
personas o incluso la muerte.
PRECAUCION: El altavoz viene de fábrica
con un cable de corriente. Dependiendo del
voltaje que use el modelo solicitado, este
cable estará congurado con el enchufe
más habitual para ese tipo de corriente. Si
ese enchufe no es compatible con su salida
de corriente, contacte con un electricista
profesional para que cambie el enchufe
del cable por el tipo adecuado. Asegúrese
de que la salida de corriente tenga una
conexión a tierra adecuada. El no observar
esta advertencia puede dar lugar a averías en
el aparato, daños en las personas o incluso la
muerte.
PRECAUCIÓN: Peligro de explosión si la batería
de litio se sustituye de forma incorrecta. No
intente cambiar la batería usted mismo.
SICHERHEITSHINWEISE - LESEN SIE DIESEN
ABSCHNITT ZUERST
Sicherheitsanweisungen
Lesen und beachten Sie alle Warnungen und
Sicherheitsanweisungen der mitgelieferten
"EAW Lautsprecher Bedienungsanleitung" vor
der Benutzung des Produkts. Nichtbeachtung
dieser Hinweise können möglicherweise zu
Schäden am Equipment oder zu Verletzungen
bzw. zum Tod von Personen führen.
WARNUNG: Der Lautsprecher wird mit
einem Netzkabel geliefert. Abhängig von
der jeweiligen Netzspannung wird das Kabel
mit dem für die jeweilige Netzspannung
gängigsten Netzstecker ausgeliefert. Sollte
der Netzstecker nicht in Ihre Netzsteckdose
passen, dann lassen Sie von einem
zugelassenen Elektrobetrieb einen passenden
Netzstecker montieren. Stellen Sie sicher, dass
der Schutzkontakt der Netzsteckdose einen
guten Kontakt zur Erde hat. Nichtbeachtung
dieser Hinweise können möglicherweise zu
Schäden am Equipment oder zu Verletzungen
bzw. zum Tod von Personen führen.
ACHTUNG: Explosionsgefahr bei Lithium-
Batterie falsch eingesetzt wird. Versuchen Sie
nicht, den Akku selbst zu ersetzen.

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Correct Disposal of this Product
This symbol indicates that this product should
not be disposed of with your household waste,
according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC)
and your national law. This product should be
handed over to an authorized collection site
for recycling waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). Improper handling of this
type of waste could have a possible negative
impact on the environment and human health
due to potentially hazardous substances that
are generally associated with WEEE.
At the same time, your cooperation in the
correct disposal of this product will contribute
to the eective usage of natural resources. For
more information about where you can drop
o your waste equipment for recycling, please
contact your local city oce, waste authority,
or your household waste disposal service.
AC6™ System Overview
Adaptive Systems™ are one of the most
technologically advanced loudspeakers ever
created, including the latest advances in
transducer, DSP, mechanical, amplication,
and software technology. Through the close
integration of these disciplines, the user is free
to simply dene the coverage, consistency
and sound pressure level (SPL) required
of the system. With a minimal amount of
user-provided information, the AC6 system
will use Adaptive Performance to provide
optimal sound reinforcement for that specic
requirement.
The AC6 system workow oers a range of
entry points and allows the user to assess
options for deploying the system. New users
may wish to create a model of the venue and
ask the Anna system to recommend array
congurations based on available inventory.
Experienced users may design their own arrays
as models and ask the AC6 system to adapt
performance to the venue. Masterful users
may simply deploy arrays and then ask the
system to adapt performance.
On-site, users can readily and quickly
manipulate system performance using digital
signal processing (DSP) only.
Features and Benets
The feature set designed into the AC6 oers
users a range of advantages in system
application and maintenance.
Internal Processing & Amplication
As is true of all professional loudspeaker
systems, the performance of the AC6 depends
on ampliers delivering an adequate supply
of clean power. To maximize performance,
each module includes powerful, built-in, high-
eciency ampliers that are exactly matched
to their transducers. AC6 modules include
36 independent channels of amplication
and DSP in order to provide independent
control of each transducer. Even though
extremely lightweight compared to other
products in the same output category, these
ampliers are designed to meet and exceed
the exceptionally high output requirements of
professional applications.
CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved
by EAW® North America INC could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.

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Infrared (IR) Transceivers
Each time a user powers on an AC6 array, the
modules immediately use the IR transceivers
on the top and bottom of the cabinet to
announce themselves to their neighbors
and recognize the announcements of their
neighbors. AC6 recognizes each individual
and the array as a whole and presents that
to Resolution software. Identifying specic
modules is not necessary. All that is needed
is identifying where each array is located
within the venue (left, right, etc.). The AC6 will
determine which modules are within each
array and how that array is congured.
LEDs
The top of each acoustic module houses a
bright white LED that is used for identifying
AC6 arrays. It is triggered when the Identify
function in Resolution software is activated.
In addition, a Fault or Limiter Activation mode
can be selected in Resolution and the LED will
illuminate when one of these two conditions
is met.
NOTE: The bottom acoustic module is inverted.
The resulting LED arrangement can be used to
conrm orientation of the loudspeaker.
Using the Loudspeaker
Users will need to perform the following
general tasks to properly put the AC6 into use.
This manual includes details for each task.
1. Design the system using the Resolution™ 2
2. Design & Control Software (see the
program Help File for further information
about using Resolution).
3. Design and install suspension points to
support the array(s)/rigging in intended
locations and aimed in the desired
directions. If ground-stacked, provide a
level surface capable of supporting the
total weight of the array(s).
4. Connect an audio signal to the
loudspeakers in the array or to a Dante™
source.
5. Connect the loudspeakers to a power
source.
6. Connect a control computer with
Resolution software to the AC6 network.
7. Set-up and adjust overall system gain
and signal processing, as needed to
maximize the array's performance for the
application.
8. Provide training to operate the
loudspeakers within their limits.
9. Provide regular inspection and
maintenance to maintain the integrity of
the installation and the performance of
the loudspeakers.
Array Design
See Resolution Help File for assistance in
properly designing AC6 arrays.
Software
EAW Resolution 2 software is designed to
control ADAPTive systems. For advanced
functions like in-venue optimization,
supplemental software such as Rational
Acoustics® Smaart™ may be desired, but this is
not required for basic system operation.
Always ensure that your EAW Resolution
software and AC6 rmware are up-to-date.
For a complete list of recommended system
requirements, please refer to the Resolution 2
help le.

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Input Panel
1. Secondary Dante EtherCON™ Connector
2. Primary Dante EtherCON™ Connector
3. Fault: Will set NC/NO open or closed respectively.
4. Signal Pass Thru: Can carry 5-28V control signals through up to 3x modules.
5. PowerCON™ TRUE1™ AC Mains Input
6. Input Override: Set to closed to override input. Input selection must occur within Resolution.
7. Preset: Using 00/01/10/11 logic to select presets 1/2/3/4.
8. XLR Audio Input Connector
9. XLR Audio Input Connector

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Loop/Thru Panel
1. PowerCON™ TRUE1™ AC Mains Output
2. Fault: Will set NC/NO open or closed respectively.
3. Signal Pass Thru: Can carry 5-28V control signals through up to 3x modules.
4. Secondary Dante EtherCON™ Connector
5. Primary Dante EtherCON™ Connector
6. XLR Audio Output Connector
7. XLR Audio Output Connector
8. Input Override: Set to closed to override input. Input selection must occur within Resolution.
9. Preset: Using 00/01/10/11 logic to select presets 1/2/3/4.

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AC Mains Connection
Connect the supplied AC mains cord to the
powerCON® True1 socket on the rear of AC6.
The True1 system utilizes a locking
connector. To lock, twist 1/4 turn clockwise
after fully inserting it into the AC MAINS
receptacle.
Connect the other end to an AC mains
supply receptacle, nominally as seen on
back panel. If necessary, have a qualied
electrician change the cable plug as required
for compatibility with the local AC mains
receptacle.
WARNING: Before connecting AC6 to the
AC mains supply, completely turn down the
input signal. If not, there could be excessive
and possibly damaging sound levels from
the loudspeaker when energized.
There is no power switch. When connected
to the AC mains, the loudspeaker will be fully
operational, with the output level controlled
by the signal source feeding it.
Linking Power
The Neutrik powerCON® True1 AC mains and
AC loop connectors are wired n parallel to
provide an AC mains inlet and outlet on each
NTX & SBX. The AC mains inlet mates with a
True1 female connector.
The AC Loop outlet mates with a True1 male
connector. Therefore, to loop the AC mains
from enclosure to enclosure, connect an AC
mains jumper cable.
A total of three AC6 may be looped in this
fashion at 110v, and a total of six units may
be looped at 220v. Use an AC loop connector
to daisy-chain AC mains power from one
enclosure to another.
The maximum ambient operating temperature
for AC6 is 45°C.
Audio Connections
Analog Audio
Connect the output from your line-level
signal source to the XLR-3F INPUT connector
on the rear panel. This is an electronically
balanced input. Users must provide their own
XLR cables. The XLR-type connectors on the
rear of each AC6 is designed for professional
audio signal levels, nominally 0 dBu (= 0.775
V). Normally, use the female XLR as the signal
input. Use a male XLR
as a loop-thru output to connect the same
signal input to additional modules.
The wiring convention is as follows:
Pin 1 Shield
Pin 2: +/Hot
Pin 3: -/Cold

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Electrical Warnings
AC MAINS SUPPLY
WARNING: Read all instruction and cautionary notes
concerning electrical power in the EAW Loudspeaker
Owner’s Manual.
Translations
ALIMENTATION SECTEUR
ATTENTION: Lisez toutes les instructions et notes
de sécurité sur l'alimentation secteur, dans le mode
d'emploi de l'enceinte EAW.
ALIMENTAZIONE AC
ATTENZIONE: Leggere tutte le istruzioni e le
avvertene riguardanti l'alimentazione elettrica,
incluse nel Manuale EAW Loudspeaker.
FUENTE DE ALIMENTACIÓN
PRECAUCION: Lea todas las instrucciones y
advertencias relativas a la corriente eléctrica que
aparecen en el manual de altavoces EAW.
NETZSTROMVERSORGUNG
WARNUNG: Lesen Sie alle Anweisungen und
Sicherheitshinweise bezüglich der Netzspannung in
der EAW Lautsprecher Bedienungsanleitung.
AC Mains Cable
The AC mains cables supplied mate with the
Neutrik® powerCON™ True 1 AC MAINS jack on the
loudspeaker. TRUE1 refers to both TRUE1™ and TRUE1
TOP™. Phase in date depends on product.
WARNING: Ensure that AC power supply has a
properly grounded safety ground. Failure to follow
this warning could cause equipment damage, injury,
or death.
Translations
Cordon secteur
ATTENTION : Il se peut que le format de la che
secteur ne corresponde pas à celui de votre
situation géographique. Dans ce cas, faites appel
à un électricien agréé pour qu'il remplace la che
par une autre du bon format. Respectez les normes
électriques de câblage locales.
ATTENTION: Assurez-vous que la ligne secteur
dispose d'une terre. Le non-respect de cette
précaution peut entraîner des dommages aux
équipements et des accidents aux ersonnes pouvant
être fatals.
Cavo d'alimentazione AC
CAUTELA: Il connettore del cavo d'alimentazione AC
fornto in dotazione potrebbe non essere adeguato
per le prese di corrente impiegate nell'area in cui il
diusore viene utilizzato. In questo caso, contattare
un elettricista qualicato per sostituire la presa di
corrente con una dotata di connessione adeguaa.
Per il cablaggio, occorre seguire la codica corretta
utilizzata nell'area d'utilizzo.
ATTENZIONE: Assicurarsi che la presa
d'alimentazione sia correttamente collegata a terra. Il
mancato rispetto di tali avvertenze potrebbe causare
danni all'apparechiatura, nonché infortuni alle
persone o la morte.
Cable de alimentación
PRECAUCION: El enchufe que viene en el cable
de alimentación incluido puede que no encaje en
las salidas de corriente de su zona. Si ocurre esto,
contacte con un electricista profesional para que
sustituya el enchufe problemático y lo cambie por
uno adecuado para la salida de corriente. Compruebe
que se sigan todas las normativas de seguridad
aplicables.
PRECAUCION: Asegúrese que la fuente de
alimentación tenga una conexión a tierra correcta.
El no cumplir con esta advertencia puede dar lugar a
daños en el equipo, en las personas que lo manejen o
inclso la muerte.
Netzkabel
VORSICHT: Das mitgelieferte Netzkabel besitzt
möglicherweise einen etzstecker, der nicht in Ihre
Steckdose passt. In diesem Fall können Sie sich von
einem zugelassenen Elektrobetrieb einen passenden
Netzstecker unter Berücksichtigung der jeweils
gültigen Vorschriften montieren lassen.
WARNUNG: Stellen Sie sicher, dass er Schutzleiter
der Netzsteckdose ein gute Verbindung zur Erde hat.
Nichtbeachtung dieses Hinweises kann zu Schäden
am Equipment, zu Verletzungen oder zum Tod
führen.

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Signal Processing
Each AC6 module contains three levels of signal processing: non-user-accessible, user-inuenced,
and user-accessible.
AC6 module performance (frequency response, beamwidth consistency, output level capability,
etc.) depends on crossover and other processing settings xed within the built-in digital processing.
These parameters are not user-accessible.
Adaptive Performance™ translates venue parameters entered by users into Resolution into digital
signal processing settings that optimize system response to provide the desired coverage. Though
not directly editable by users, these parameters are calculated based directly on user input.
Resolution software also provides access to standard, user-adjustable DSP functions to modify
the overall performance of the array to accommodate a particular program content, venue
characteristics, or personal taste in voicing. These include low-pass lter, high-pass lter, shelving
and parametric EQ, gain, delay, and polarity. It also provides access to signal routing (analog, AES/
EBU or Dante™) options. Please note that signal processing is applied to each Anna array and cannot
be user-implemented on individual loudspeakers because this would compromise directional
performance.

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Operating Limits
While the AC6 processing includes robust
driver and amplier protection algorithms
and circuits, it is ultimately the responsibility
of the audio system operator to operate the
loudspeakers within their capabilities. This is
the only way to ensure that loudspeakers are
not stressed beyond their limits to the point
of damage or failure.
Operation of loudspeakers beyond their
capabilities usually includes, but is not
limited to, one or more of the following
conditions:
► Severe amplier clipping
► Noticeable distortion
► Mechanical noise (such as cones
bottoming out)
EAW strongly recommends that users only
operate an AC6 system using Resolution 2
software to monitor output levels. Though
the on-board DSP includes ‘soft’ limiting, IT
WILL NOT PROTECT THE SYSTEM UNDER ALL
CONDITIONS. It is still possible to damage an
AC6 system with excessive drive levels.
Rear Panel Home Screen and Menu
Navigation
The AC6 Loudspeaker’s LCD Display and DSP
Navigation / Edit Wheel are used to monitor
the loudspeaker’s status and adjust its DSP
settings. Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit
Wheel to change the highlighted sub-menu or
to change parameter values. Press it to select a
sub-menu or to enter values.
Upon power on and initialization of the
loudspeaker the Main Menu is displayed.
Here the user can adjust the AC6 output
level, alignment delay settings, voicing
prole and user preferences, initiate a test of
the loudspeaker’s output and run the Array
Optimization sequence.
The network LEDs on the upper left that
display during menu navigation indicate the
following:
► GRAY: Not plugged in, or no signal on
the cable (network is not active)
► RED: Link UP, Dante Input selected,
Dante Mute is ON
► AMBER: Link Up, Network active
If the Home Screen is displayed, pressing
or turning the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
reveals the Main Menu.
Level
Selecting Level allows adjusting to the
loudspeaker’s output level in 0.5 dB
increments ranging from -10 dB to +10 dB.
Rotating the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
changes the level value and pressing it returns
to the Main Menu. After 5 seconds have
passed with no change to the Level parameter
the Home Screen is displayed.

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Delay
Selecting Delay allows adjusting to the
loudspeaker’s alignment delay in 1ms
increments ranging from 0 to 150 ms in 0.1
ms increments between 0 and 10 ms and in
1 ms increments above 10 ms. For reference,
the equivalent distance is displayed in
meters and in feet.
Rotating the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
changes the delay value, and pressing it
returns to the Main Menu. After 5 seconds
have passed with no change to the Delay
parameter, the Home Screen is displayed.
Output Check
Transducers and amplier channels can
quickly be checked without the need for an
external noise generator and any associated
cables or test equipment. Individual
transducers and amplier channels can
be tested manually or via an automated
sequence.
Initiating Output Check automatically or
manually will cause the loudspeaker to emit
pink noise. To ensure against potentially
dangerous exposure to high sound
pressure levels, it is recommended that all
persons exposed to equipment capable of
producing high sound pressure levels use
hearing protectors while the equipment is in
operation.
1. Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
to select Start.
2.Press the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
to initiate the automatic test procedure.
3.A 2-second pink noise burst is emitted
per transducer.
4.When a channel is emitting pink noise,
its status changes to indicate exact
transducer being tested
5. Auto status changes to “Start” to
signify the end of the Output Check
cycle.

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Testing specic drivers or channels
Once the test has started, it’s possible to
navigate to a specic driver using the DSP
wheel
1. Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit
Wheel to select Start.
2.Press the DSP Navigation / Edit
Wheel to initiate the automatic test
procedure.
3.Use DSP Wheel either clockwise or
counter clockwise to locate specic
driver or channel.
Settings
From the Settings menu, it’s possible to
restore the loudspeaker to factory default
settings, and view network address and
rmware version information.
Restore:
Factory or network settings can quickly
and easily be restored. This is convenient
for managing rental inventories or for
resetting a mobile production system prior
to deployment to the next venue or job site.
It can also be used when troubleshooting
loudspeakers exhibiting distorted audio,
poor frequency response, low output, etc.
Certain settings in the loudspeaker can
only be accessed via EAW Resolution. These
settings can be the cause of what may appear
to be poor performance when the speaker is
isolated on the test bench, or when compared
to other units in inventory. All settings are
reset to factory default when the Restore
procedure is performed.
4.Rotate the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel
to select Defaults or IP Addresses.
5. Select No to prompt to return to the
Settings sub-menu without changing any
of the loudspeaker settings.
6.Select Yes to prompt to restore factory
or network default settings and return to
the Main Menu.

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About:
The About screen provides information
about the loudspeaker’s current input
source, model number, rmware and
network address details.
Home Screen
After 5 seconds have passed with no turn or
press of the DSP Navigation / Edit Wheel the
Home Screen is displayed showing primary
settings, levels and statuses at a glance.
The Control IP is the IP address assigned to the
modules DSP.
Three indicators are listed below the Control
IP. A & B represent the two Dante inputs.
► GRAY: Not plugged in, or no signal on
the cable (network is not active)
► RED: Active network connection with
speed
► (ie two speakers connected
together but not to anything else).
► Normally, Ethernet Green LED ON,
Yellow LED OFF
► AMBER: Active network connection,
speed is less than 1Gbps
► GREEN: Active network connection
with 1Gbps network speed
Input will indicate whether a Dante or Analog
signal is being detected. This can be toggled
in the Resolution or changed by assigning/
unassigning in Dante Controller.
The Dante IP is both the primary and
secondary IP address assigned to the Dante
Card. Under the Dante IP, is the name that
has been congured for the module in Dante
Controller.
Network Topologies
Networks, by denition, oer exibility to the
user; many approaches can work. Users can
create both redundant and non-redundant
networks for control and audio signal. The
cabling, equipment and setup requirements
vary for any given design. The two examples
below represent starting points from which
individual users would build their own specic
solutions.

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Fully Redundant - Recommended
The fully redundant system uses two network pathways from the on-ramp to each AC6 module.
EAW recommends that users employ two independent on-ramps, as well as a computer with two
independent network interface cards (NICs) for complete redundancy. Otherwise, a single Dante™
on-ramp would connect to both the primary and secondary networks. This would create a single
point of failure, as would a single computer network interface.
By connecting from FOH to the network at two dierent locations (Primary at one end of the
network, and Secondary at the other), the redundant method also protects the system against
failures of an entire Distro Rack.
Below is one example of how a redundant network can be confgured, and is our recommendation.
However, there are other various methods to acheive redudancy. To learn more, please refer to
Audinate

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A Further Look into Dante™
Introduction
Dante – Digital Audio Network Through
Ethernet – is an industry standard in digital
audio networking, delivering unmatched
audio quality, extremely exible routing and
oers signicant cost savings compared to
traditional analog cable runs.
AC6 loudspeakers may be connected to any
Dante-enabled audio network. As such, it is a
perfect solution for connecting
to a Dante-enabled mixer.
With awless interoperation with hundreds
of Dante-enabled products, the Dante
connectors truly expand the AC6Series’
functionality and application-exibility in any
professional environment.
Non-Redundant
In this scenario, each AC6 module uses a single connection to the network. A switch at the front-
of-house (FOH) position connects both the control computer and Dante™ on-ramp to the network.
A single CAT5e connection links the FOH position to the rst column and subsequent columns are
linked using the “Thru” ports. All connections carrying audio data should be 1000BASE-T (Gigabit),
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Why use Dante?
Why use Dante? There simply isn’t enough space here to explain all the benets of Dante, but
here’s a small sampling:
► Automatic conguration
► Uncompressed low latency digital audio: >150 µs
► High channel count: up to 1024 (512 x 512) channels per link
► Maximum sampling rate: 192 kHz
► Maximum bit depth: 32 bits
► Switchable and routable
► Can easily handle long distances and/or multiple locations
► Daisy-chain or use for system redundancy
► Massive cost savings
Using Resolution 2
What is Resolution 2?
EAW Resolution™ 2 is a tool to assist sound
system designers and engineers to select,
congure, and implement EAW loudspeaker
products. Resolution™ 2 predicts direct
sound pressure level (SPL) in a ‘virtual’
venue. Signal processing can be applied
in software, and the resulting frequency
response calculated for ‘virtual microphones’
throughout the model.
Additionally, Resolution™ 2 performs
mechanical calculations for a given array or
loudspeaker conguration to assist the user
in correctly rigging their sound system.
Why use Resolution 2?
It helps predetermine any issues that may
arise, including safety, weight, angle, ybar
and more.
Resolution determines coverage, allowing the
user to place microphones on the surfaces and
the options to choose specic passbands.
Resolution’s venue view (prediction) and
network view (control) work hand in hand.
NTX line items coupling and HF shading may
be determined by the venue model and array
conguration.
It also is a great tool for pre-sales. Customers
will be able to see the nal setup prior to any
purchase. Therefore, realistic expectations
have been set for all interested parties which
results in a better relationship between the
buyer and seller. Resolution 2 is free, and all
future improvements and updates are free of
charge as well.

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Mounting & Rigging AC6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – READ THIS FIRST
Safety Instructions
Read and heed all warnings and safety
instructions in this manual before using this
product. Failure to follow these precautions
may result in damage, injury, or death.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Clean only with a dry cloth.
6) Install loudspeaker in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
7) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus that produce heat.
8) Only use attachments/accessories specied
by the manufacturer.
9) Refer all servicing to qualied service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
10) Use personal protective equipment
not limited to gloves, safety goggles, ear
protection, and lifting supports.
System Requirements
EAW Resolution 2 requires an IBM®-compatible PC with Windows 10® operating systems,
including a standard Ethernet port to connect the computer to the network and control NTX
& SBX loudspeaker modules. Though processor speed and memory size primarily impact only
calculation time, the following specications are recommended for useful operation:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS RECOMMENDED SPECIFICATIONS
Processor 2.2 GHz Dual Core Processor 2.8 GHz Quad Core Processor
Memory 2 GB RAM 8 GB RAM
Screen Resolution 1024 x 768 display resolution 1920 x 1080 display resolution
Operating System Windows 10 Windows 10
Storage 1 GB available HD space 1 GB available HD space
**Currently, Resolution does not support 4k screens or Windows 11**