Harbinger HA300 User manual

OWNER’S
MANUAL
HA300
COMPACT
PA SYSTEM
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HA300T Powered Mainspeaker
and HA300S Powered Subwoofer
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Welcome
Your New PA System Includes:
• 300 watts of full-range sound for small and medium spaces
° HA300T 100W powered column array mainspeaker
° HA300S 200W powered subwoofer
• Clarity and detail with extraordinary bass response
• Perfect for any mobile performer, presenter, or entertainer
• Built-in 3 channel mixer for mics, instruments, and playback sources
• Expandable, compact conguration
• Easily link two systems for stereo sound
• Includes 13/8” speaker mounting pole
Thank you for your purchase of the Harbinger® HA300 Compact PA System.
It’s packed with quality features usually found only on larger, more expensive
systems. To get the most from your new HA300 Compact PA System
(powered mainspeaker and subwoofer), please take a moment and read
through this entire manual to learn about all its important features.
Important Safety Instructions
DANGER
Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss.
Individuals vary considerably to noise-induced hearing loss but most will lose
some hearing if exposed to intense noise for a sufcient period of time.
The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) has specied the following permissible noise level exposures:
According to OSHA, any exposure in the above permissible limits could
result in some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canal or over
the ears must be worn when operating this amplication system in order to
prevent a permanent hearing loss. If exposure in excess of the limits as put
forth above, to insure against potentially harmful exposure to high sound
pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment
capable of inducing high sound pressure levels, such as this amplication
system, be protected by hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all safety and operating instructions before using this product.
2. All safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.
3. Read and understand all warnings listed on the operating instructions.
4. Follow all operating instructions to operate this product.
5. This product should not be used near water, i.e. a bathtub, sink,
swimming pool, wet basement, etc.
6. Use only a dry cloth to clean this product.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. The product should not be
placed at against a wall or placed in a built-in enclosure that will
impede the ow of cooling air.
8. Do not install this product near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or any other apparatus (including heat–producing
ampliers) that produces 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 are 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 being walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the
apparatus. Do not break the ground pin of the power supply cord.
11. Only use attachments specied by the manufacturer.
12. When a cart is used, use caution when moving
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall
and liquids are not spilled into the unit through the ventilation ports or
any other openings.
15. Refer all servicing to a qualied service professional. Servicing is
required when the apparatus does not operate normally or has been
damaged in any way, including damage to the power cord or plug,
damage due to liquids spilled or objects dropped inside the unit,
dropping the unit, or anything else that interrupts normal use of the unit.
16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture.
17. Protective Ground Terminal. The apparatus shall be connected to an
AC main socket with a protective earth ground connection.
DURATION PER DAY (HOURS) 8 6 4 3 2 1
SOUND LEVEL (dB) 90 93 95 97 100 103
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE
OF NON-INSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE
PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE
TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE
OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING)
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT.
APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
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Importantes Instructions De Securite
DANGER
L’exposition a des niveaux eleves de bruit peut provoquer une perte
permanente de l’audition, Chaque organisme humain reagit differemment
quant a la perte de l’audition, mais quasiment tout le monde subit une
diminution de l’acuite auditive lors d’une exposition sufsamment longue au
bruit intense. Les autorites competentes en reglementation de bruit ont deni
les expositions tolerees aux niveaux de bruits:
Selon les autorites, toute exposition dans les limites citees ci-dessus, peuvent
provoquer certaines pertes d’audition. Des bouchons ou protections dans
l’appareil auditif ou sur l’oreille doivent etre portes lors de l’utilisation de
ce systeme d’amplication an de prevenir le risque de perte permanente
de l’audition, Dans le cas d’expositions superieures aux limites precitees il
est recommande, an de se premunir contre les expositions aux pressions
acoustiques elevees potentiellement dangeureuses, aux personnes exposees
aux equipements capables de delivrer de telles puissances, tels ce systeme
d’amplication en fonctionnement, de proteger l’appareil auditif.
IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE
1. Lire avec attention toutes les recommandations et précautions d’emploi
avant d’utiliser ce produit.
2. Toutes les recommandations et précautions d’emploi doivent être
conservées an de pouvoir s’y reporter si nécessaire.
3. Lire et comprendre tous les avertissements énumérés dans les
précautions d’emploi.
4. Suivre toutes les précautions d’emploi pour utiliser ce produit.
5. Ce produit ne doit pas être utilisé près d’eau, comme par exemple
baignoires, éviers, piscine, sous-sol humides ... Etc.
6. Utiliser exclusivement un chiffon sec pour nettoyer ce produit.
7. Ne bloquér aucune ouverture de ventilation. Ne pas placer le produit
tout contre un mur ou dans une enceinte fernée, cela gênerait le ux
d’air nécessaire au refroidissement.
8. Ne pas placer le produit près de toute source de chaeur telle que
radiateurs, arrivées d’air chaud, fourneaux ou autres appareils
générant de la chaleur (incluant les amplicateurs producteurs de
chaleur).
9. Ne pas négliger la sécurité que procure un branchement polarisé ou
avec raccordement à la terre, Un branchement polarisé comprend
deux ches dont l’une est plus large que l’autre. Un branchement à
la terre comprend deux ches plus une troisième reliée à la terre. Si
la che secteur fournie ne s’insert pas dans votre prise de courant.
consulter un ‘électricien an de remplacer votre prise obsolète.
10. Protéger le cordon d’alimentation de tout écrasement ou pincement,
particulièrement au niveau des ches, des réceptacles utilisés et
à l’endroit de sortie de l’appareil. Ne pas casser la che de terre
ducordon d’alimentation.
11. Utiliser uniquement les accessoires spéciés par le constructeur.
12. Utiliser uniquement avec le chariot de transport, le
support, le trépied, la console ou la table spéciés
par le constructeur ou vendus avec l’appareil.
Lors de l’utilisation d’un chariot, bouger avec
précaution l’ensemble chariotlappareil an
d’éviter les dommages d’un renversement.
13. Débrancher cet appareil lors d’orages ou s’il n’est pas utilisé pendant
une longue période.
14. Des précautions doivent être prises an qu’aucun objet ne tombe et
qu’aucun liquide ne se répande à l’intérieur de l’appareil par les orics
de ventilation ou n’importe quelle autre ouverture.
15. Pour toutes interventions techniques s’adresser à un technicien
qualié.L’intervention technique est nécessaire lorsque l’appareil aété
endommagé de n’importe quelle façon, comme par exemple si le
cordon secteur ou sa che sont détériorés,si du liquide acoulé ou si
des objets sont tombés à l’intérieur de l’apparei1 ,si l’appareil a été
exposé à la pluie ou à l’humidité, s’il ne fonctionne pas normalement
ou s’il est tombé.
16. ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie ou de choc electrique ne
pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
17. Quand la prise MAINS, au coupler, est utilisé pour la source
d’alimentation êlectrique, il est conseillê de garder cette prise
facilement accessible.
DURE EN HEURES PAR JOUR 8 6 4 3 2 1
INIVEAU SONORE CONTINU EN dB 90 93 95 97 100 103
CE SYMBOLE APOUR BUT D’AVERTIR L’UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE DE
VOLTAGE DANGEREUX NON-ISOLE A L’INTERIEUR DE CE PRODUIT QUI PEUT
ETRE DE PUISSANCE SUFFISAMMENT IMPORTANTE POUR PROVOQUER UN
CHOC ELECTRIQUE AUX PERSONNES
CE SYMBOLE APOUR BUT D’AVERTIR L’UTILISATEUR DE LA PRESENCE
D’INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION ET DE MAINTENANCE DANS LES
DOCUMENTS FOURNIS AVEC CE PRODUIT
AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQUÉ D’INCENDIE ET DE DECHARGE
ELECTRIQUE, NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL ALA PLUIE OU A L’HUMIDITE
Table of Contents
Welcome ............................................................................................................ 2
Safety .................................................................................................................. 3
HA300T Mainspeaker Overview .................................................................... 6
HA300T Mainspeaker Diagram ...................................................................... 7
HA300S Subwoofer Overview ........................................................................ 8
HA300S Subwoofer Diagram ......................................................................... 9
HA300 Quick Start ........................................................................................... 10
HA300 Applications ......................................................................................... 10
HA300T Specications ..................................................................................... 12
HA300T Block Diagram ................................................................................... 13
HA300S Specications / Block Diagram ....................................................... 14
Warranty / FCC Statements ............................................................................ 15
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HA300T Mainspeaker Overview
Rear Panel
1. POWER
This turns the HA300T mainspeaker on and off.
2. XLR MIC Input Jack Channel 1-2
Balanced. Appropriate for microphones, or balanced connections
from ampliers or DI boxes.
3. ¼” LINE Input Jack Channel 1-2
Balanced or unbalanced. Appropriate for instrument or line level
equipment connections.
4. AUX IN Channel 3
Unbalanced stereo 3.5mm mini jack input for CD/MP3 players.
5. CHANNEL VOLUME
This is the volume control for individual input channels.
6. LOW EQ
This is the bass control used to boost or cut low frequencies on the
input channel using a low shelf lter with +/- 15dB of boost or cut,
below 800Hz. Useful for removing rumble on vocal or acoustic
guitar inputs.
7. HIGH EQ
This is the treble control used to boost or cut high frequencies on the
input channel, using a high shelf lter with +/- 15dB of boost or cut
above 4kHz. Useful for adding clarity to vocals or acoustic guitars,
or removing hiss or unwanted cymbal pick-up.
8. MASTER VOLUME
This knob us used to control the overall output level of the HA300T
mainspeaker, and output level to the Subwoofer Out. This does not
affect the Link Output or Link Input levels.
9. LINK IN
This balanced XLR line input accepts the Link Output from
another HA300T.
10. LINK OUT
This balanced XLR line output connects to the Link In from another
HA300T using a standard Mic cable. Channels from both HA300T’s
are summed together.
Using Link In and Link Out:
Channels from both HA300T’s are summed together. Use the channel
volume controls to get the mix of the 6 channels (If a channel is not
used turn the volume all the way down). MASTER volume controls
the loudness of the mix through its HA300T. It does not affect volume
of linked HA300T.
NOTE: The shield connection (pin 1) on this jack is connected to
chassis ground. It is not lifted.
11. SUBWOOFER OUT
This line level, unbalanced ¼” output sends the low frequency signal
to the HA300S powered subwoofer, but will work with any powered
subwoofer that accepts a line level input.
Using Subwoofer Out:
A crossover is activated when plugging a standard ¼” mono (tip/
sleeve) plug into this jack. The crossover point is 150Hz. Frequencies
150Hz and below go to subwoofer output jack at all times.
Frequencies 150Hz and above go to HA300T speakers. HA300T
speakers are full range when the subwoofer out jack is not used.
NOTE: A standard ¼” mono (tip/sleeve) SHIELDED instrument cable
is recommended as the sleeve connection to ground activates the
crossover on HA300T speakers.
12. AC Power Cord Input
This is the AC Mains connection. Use only the specied IEC cable or a
UL listed replacement IOEC cable and 120V/60Hz outlet.
This is where you may plug in microphones, instruments, keyboards, drum machines or other audio devices and
adjust the volume, bass and treble.
HA300T Mainspeaker Diagram
Rear Panel
4. AUX IN
3. ¼” LINE Input
8. MASTER VOLUME
2. XLR MIC Input Jacks
10. LINK OUT
1. POWER
12. AC Power Cord
Input
11. SUBWOOFER OUT
9. LINK IN
7. HIGH EQ
6. LOW EQ
5. CHANNEL VOLUME
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1. POWER
This turns the HA300S subwoofer on and off.
2. VOLUME
Controls the volume of HA300S subwoofer. Adjust to get the
best mix between your HA300T mainspeaker and HA300S. It is
common for this control to be set between 1/2 and full.
3. LINE IN
Unbalanced ¼” line input for the HA300S subwoofer. Intended to
receive signal from the subwoofer output of the HA300T mainspeaker.
NOTE: DO NOT connect the speaker outputs on a power amp
to this jack.
4. LINE OUT
Unbalanced ¼” line output that matches the Line In signal.
Use the Line Out jack to link additional HA300S subwoofers.
5. AC Power Cord Input
This is the AC Main connection. Use only the specied IEC cable or
a UL listed replacement IOEC cable and 120V/60Hz outlet.
HA300S Subwoofer Overview
Rear Panel
HA300S Subwoofer Diagram
Rear Panel
2. VOLUME
3. LINE IN
4. LINE OUT
5. AC Power Cord
Input
1. POWER
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HA300 Quick Start
HA300 Applications
Ensure the HA300’s power is turned off.
• Place the HA300S on the oor.
• Insert the included speaker pole into the HA300S.
• Mount the HA300T onto the speaker pole.
• Connect the HA300T Subwoofer Out to the HA300S Line In
using the included ¼" - ¼" unbalanced cable.
• Turn down all volume and level controls.
• Plug sources such as microphones, instruments, or CD/MP3
players into the front panel jacks.
• Plug in all AC connections for sound system and sources.
• Turn AC Power switch to “On”.
• Slowly turn the HA300T Main Level to 12 o’clock.
• Slowly turn the Level control on each input Channel up to the
desired volume level.
• Slowly turn the HA300S volume up to desired bass level.
NOTE: Speakers should be placed in a location that allows for
unobstructed (line-of-sight) sound projection to the audience.
The HA300 Compact PA System is versatile and can be used in various
congurations to suit any venue or performance situation. For your
convenience, we’ve described some of the more common setups below.
NOTE: Some acoustic guitar pickups perform better with a DI box.
(Subwoofer)
REAR VIEW REAR VIEW DETAIL
(Main Speaker)
1. Solo Performance
(Main Speaker)
(Subwoofer)(Subwoofer)
2. Linking Multiple Systems (mono)
3. Stereo Connection From An External Mixer
(Main Speaker)
(Mixer Output Left & Right)
(Subwoofer)(Subwoofer)
REAR VIEW REAR VIEW DETAIL
REAR VIEW REAR VIEW DETAIL
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HA300T Specifications
Powered Mainspeaker
Output Power 100W 4 Ohm load, Internal
Accepted Inputs CH 1 and 2
CH3
Mic XLR Balanced, Line level ¼” Unbalanced
1/8” Headphone/line Level Stereo, mixed mono
Frequency Response 20HZ-20kHz Actual response is tailored speaker-to-cabinet for accu-
rate acoustical response
Hum & Noise -56dB
-48dB
Residual Noise, all level controls 0% (minimum)
Nominal System Noise, all level controls at 50%
System Gain
+70dB
+56dB
+42dB
Mic to Speaker Output (CH 1 & 2)
Line to Speaker Output (CH 1 & 2)
AUX IN to Speaker Output
Channel EQ
(HIGH, LOW) 4kHz and above, 800Hz and below
LINK IN & LINK OUT Both jacks accept a balanced input
and sends a pre-master volume output
Subwoofer Out Line Out 20Hz-150Hz
Power Requirements USA/Canada 120VAC/60Hz, 160W nominal
Speakers Four 4½” drivers 50W 4 Ohm each
Horn 3½” piezo driver
Power Capacity 100W RMS
Frequency Response 60HZ-20kHz
150HZ-20kHz
Full range (subwoofer jack not used)
Crossover Active ( ¼” mono plug in subwoofer jack)
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohms, Internal Not designed for external speakers
Dimensions & Weight mm/kg
Inches/Pounds
190 (width), 715 (height), 165 (depth), 10.57 kg
7½ (width), 28 (height), 6½ (depth), 23.3 lb
Fuse T1.6A L 250V
HA300T Block Diagram
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HA300S Specifications
Powered Subwoofer
Block Diagram
Output Power 200W 8 Ohm load, Internal
Accepted Inputs Line Level ¼” Unbalanced
Frequency Response 35Hz -150Hz System response with built-in crossover
Hum & Noise -60dB
-58dB
Residual Noise, Volume 0% (minimum))
Nominal System Noise, Volume 100%
System Gain +40dB Input to Speaker Output
Power Requirements USA/Canada 120VAC/60Hz, 400W maximum
Speaker 12” 200W 8 Ohm
Dimensions & Weight mm/kg
Inches/Pounds
450 (width), 360 (height), 550 (depth), 21.5 kg
17 ¾ (width), 14 (height), 21
5/8 (depth), 47.5 lb
Fuse T5A L 250V
Warranty
So we may serve you better, please register on-line at
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Harbinger Limited Warranty Harbinger provides to the
original purchaser a two (2) year limited warranty on materials
and workmanship on all Harbinger cabinets and loudspeaker components
from the date of purchase.
If your covered product is defective, ship the defective component
together with proof of purchase — freight prepaid and insured — to an
Authorized Harbinger repair center. Please contact Harbinger Support
Headquarters for assistance at support@HarbingerProAudiocom, or visit
www.HarbingerProAudio.com.
A Return Authorization Number must be obtained from our Customer Service
Department prior to shipping the product. To locate a repair center near
you and to obtain a Return Authorization Number, contact support@
HarbingerProAudio.com or visit www.HarbingerProAudio.com.
FCC Statements
1. Caution: Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
2. 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 installation. This equipment generate, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and , in 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
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This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by neglect, abuse,
normal wear and tear and cosmetic appearance to the cabinetry not directly attributed to
defects in materials or workmanship. Also excluded from coverage are damages caused
directly or indirectly due to any service, repair(s), or modications of the cabinet, which
have not been authorized or approved by Harbinger. This two (2) year warranty does not
cover service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, burnt
voice-coils, over-powering, negligence, inadequate packing or inadequate shipping procedures.
The sole and exclusive remedy of the foregoing limited warranty shall be limited to the repair or
replacement of any defective or non-conforming component. All warranties including, but not
limited to, the express warranty and the implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a
particular purpose are limited to the two (2) year warranty period. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
There are no express warranties beyond those stated here. In the event that applicable law does
not allow the limitation of the duration of the implied warranties to the warranty period, then the
duration of the implied warranties shall be limited to as long as is provided by applicable law.
No warranties apply after that period.
Retailer and manufacturer shall not be liable for damages based upon inconvenience, loss of
use of product, loss of time, interrupted operation or commercial loss or any other incidental or
consequential damages including but not limited to lost prots, downtime, goodwill, damage
to or replacement of equipment and property, and any costs of recovering, reprogramming, or
reproducing any program or data stored in equipment that is used with Harbinger products. This
guarantee gives you specic legal rights. You may have other legal rights, which vary from state
to state.
Harbinger
P.O. Box 5111
Thousand Oaks, CA 91359-5111
All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned herein are recognized as the property of
their respective holders.
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