Hybrid+ L6A User manual

ALTIUM 15/12
REV Z0 15-11-2022
L6A
POWERED LINE ARRAY

USER MANUAL - L6A, L6P, LS18A & LS218A POWERED LINE ARRAY
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Do not remove the amplifier module of the Speaker. Removing this panel yourself will
expose you to potentially dangerous voltages. There are no user-serviceable parts inside
the Speaker.
Do not connect the input or output connectors of your Speaker to any other voltage
sources, such as batteries, mains power or power supply units, regardless of whether the
Speaker is switched on or off.
During long periods of disuse, the power cable should be unplugged from the mains
voltage outlet.
Never force the power on-off switch to the ON position if it will not stay there by itself.
Never use your Speaker near heat radiating appliances, such as stoves and heaters.
Do not apply an input signal that is much greater than that which is required to achieve
the maximum output level. This may damage the pre-amplification stage circuitry.
Do not operate your Speaker on a surface or in an environment that may impede the normal flow of
air around the Speaker.
- The power supply cord or plug/s have been damaged.
- Liquids have been spilled inside the speaker enclosure.
- The speaker has been exposed to rain or excessive moisture.
- The speaker does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a reduction in performance.
- The speaker has been dropped or the enclosure is damaged.
After long periods of disuse, the mains cable should be inspected for any damage before
using the Speaker again.
Your Speaker should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact your nearest
official retailer should your Speaker need technical attention.
If the Speaker is consistently used in an extremely dusty or smoky environment, the amplifier
should periodically be blown free of foreign matter. However, this operation should only be
carried out by a qualified service agent/centre
Your Speaker should be serviced by a qualified service technician when:
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SYMBOL ALERTING THE OPERATOR TO FOLLOW IMPORTANT OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS DETAILED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
Do not spill water or other liquids into or on the Speaker, or operate the Speaker whilst
under wet or damp conditions.
Do not use the Speaker if the electrical power cable is frayed or damaged. The mains
cable should be routed so that it is not walked upon or pinched by objects close by. Only
use the original power cable supplied with your Speaker.
Precaution should be taken so that the Earth connection is not defeated.
Ensure that power outlets and mains voltage conform to the power requirements printed
on the back panel of the Speaker.
Always operate the Speaker with the AC Earth wire connected on both sides
(speaker and mains).
Power down and disconnect your Speaker from mains power before attempting any
physical connections to audio sources.
SYMBOL WARNING THE OPERATOR THAT UNINSULATED, DANGEROUS VOLTAGES
ARE PRESENT WITHIN THE ENCLOSURE THAT MAY POSE A RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
Follow all instructions printed on this user manual and the back panel of the
Speaker for proper and safe operation.
Save the carton and packing material even if the Speaker has arrived in perfect condition.
Should you ever need to ship the Speaker for servicing, use the original packaging supplied.
Read all documentation before operating your Speaker. Retain all documentation for future
reference.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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For your safety, please read the important precautions before installing and operating your
Speaker. The Hybrid L6A is based on the same advanced circuit topologies that have made
Hybrid products the choice of professionals for the past 30 years. The Hybrid L6A has been
designed for high operating efficiency and accurate sonic performance across the full audio
bandwidth, even under stressful conditions. The internal components are of the finest
available, and sub-assemblies are pre-tested before the final assembly. Each speaker is
“burned in” and thoroughly tested using precision audio testing equipment before shipping.
Finally, the Hybrid L6A incorporates extensive protective features to safeguard both the
internal circuitry and transducers. This proven combination of advanced design, quality
construction and comprehensive circuit protection is your guarantee for fail-safe reliability,
meaning you can depend on consistent, stable performance.
Mains 220–240Vac Input connector
Only use the cable supplied with this speaker to power up the unit (Powercon–South African
mains 3-pin plug)
DO NOT modify the cable in any way.
Inspect the cable before use and should any sign of damage be visible, replace the faulty
cable with another of the exact same type, available from your nearest authorised retailer.
INTRODUCTION
UNPACKING
INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING
Congratulations on your purchase of the new Hybrid L6A Powered Line Array Speaker, and
thank you for your confidence in the Hybrid brand. You are amongst the growing number
of audio professionals who have made Hybrid one of Southern Africa’s leading brands of
professional and commercial audio systems.
Please inspect the Speaker carefully immediately after unpacking. If you find any visible
damage, notify your supplier/retailer immediately. Be sure to save the carton and all packing
materials should you need to ship the unit back to your authorised service centre.
The Hybrid L6A speakers can be ground-stacked or hung/suspended together with the
associated 350mm pole accessory and fly frame.
The Hybrid L6A also includes integrated flying/ground-stack hardware, allowing for multiple
L6A/L6P cabinets to be coupled in a vertical line with the option of various individual splay
angles between 0° and 16° when flown.
The Hybrid L6A offers a 12-month “No-Quibble” carry-in guarantee, and should your
Speaker,in the unlikely event, be damaged upon receipt and inspection, we offer an exchange
immediately, provided that all packaging and cabling are returned in their original condition.
INPUT
LINK
2
3
4
5
6
9
8
7
1
4
1: Powercon IN connector
* 1 X 220 Vac Powered Link Cable 2m
* 1 X L6A Powered Line Array Speaker * 1 X XLR(Male) - XLR(Female) 2m
* 1 X User Manual
4: Speakon output connector 7: Preset selection button
2: Power ON-OFF- switch 5: Limit LED 8: INPUT connector
3: Powercon OUT connector 6: Level potentiometer 9: INPUT loop-through
What’s in the box:
1: POWERCON IN CONNECTOR
2: POWER ONOFF SWITCH
The main power switch, which switches the speaker ON or OFF. Once the speaker is switched
ON, one of the 5 preset LEDs will illuminate.
3: POWERCON OUT CONNECTOR
Mains 220–240Vac loop-through Output connector, allowing multiple Hybrid L6A speakers to
be powered by the same mains outlet.
Do not power (daisy-chain) more than 4 cabinets from the same mains outlet. Overloading
the power source may cause the line circuit breaker to activate and, in extreme cases, could
be a fire hazard.
Only use Powercon Output–Powercon Input cables to connect multiple speaker cabinets.
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USER INTERFACE ELEMENTS
Rear Panel: L6A

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9: INPUT LOOPTHROUGH
7: PRESET SELECTION BUTTON
8: INPUT CONNECTOR
PRESET SELECTION
PINOUT CONFIGURATION OF A MONO BALANCED INPUT
5: LIMIT LED
4: SPEAKON OUTPUT CONNECTOR
The input loop-through connector enables linking the input to multiple powered speaker
units.
Pressing the preset button will scroll to the next preset from 1 to 5 and back again. When
switched on for the first time, the L6A will be set with the factory default, preset 1.
The XLR Female Input connector is configured as a mono balanced input and should
be connected to the main line level output from your mixer or audio source. For optimal
performance, an audio source with balanced line outputs should be used in order to reduce
possible noise and keep the input stages of the system at acceptable levels, thereby avoiding
clipped input signals.
This cable is NOT supplied with the L6A speaker since the length between the L6A and the
signal source varies from application to application.
Preset 1 – FLAT, 0dB
Pin 1 – Ground
Pin 1 – Ground
Preset 3 – CURVED, 0dB with a -3dB/Q = 0.707 PEQ at 1KHz
Preset 4 – CURVED, +3dB with a -3dB/Q = 0.707 PEQ at 1KHz
Preset 5 – CURVED, +3dB with a -6dB/Q = 0.707 PEQ at 1KHz
Pin 3 – Inverting (-)
Pin 3 – Inverting (-)
Preset 2 – FLAT, +3dB
Pin 2 – Non-inverting (+)
Pin 2 – Non-inverting (+)
The limit LED turns red to indicate when the speaker has reached its maximum SPL
performance and the internal limiters have activated, protecting the speaker and its
electronics.
When connecting the Hybrid L6A to the Hybrid L6P, a maximum of two L6P cabinets may
be connected to one L6A. Connecting more than two L6P cabinets may damage the power
amplifier of the L6A cabinet.
The Speakon Output connector is used when connecting a Hybrid L6P Passive Line Array
Speaker to your system. Only use the 4 core link cable supplied with the L6P for this
connection – the cable is a specialised and tailor-made cable for this application, and the
use of a different cable may cause the system to malfunction or cause damage to the L6A
and L6P.
Only use Powercon Output – Powercon Input cables to connect multiple speaker cabinets.
3 Core cable (Live, Neutral and Earth), min. 1mm diameter / core.
The XLR Male connector is a balanced line connector with an industry standard pin-out
configuration as follows:
TIP: Do not drive the power amplifier beyond this point as it will degrade the audio
quality, which may damage your speakers.
6: LEVEL POTENTIOMETER
The rotary level potentiometer controls the output level/volume of the L6A speaker. It is
good practice to have the level potentiometer at its lowest setting (rotated completely anti-
clockwise) prior to switching the L6A on or off.
The L6A cabinet is internally fused. Should the unit not switch on and it is suspected that the
fuse may have blown, take the speaker for testing to your nearest authorised service centre.
Opening the unit and attempting to repair it without the guidance of a qualified technician is
dangerous, as high voltages are present within the circuitry of the cabinet even after the unit
has been switched off.
Usually, when the fuse has blown, it indicates that there are damaged components within the
circuitry of the speaker. Changing the fuse yourself and restarting the speaker may cause
further damage to these components.
DO NOT attempt to bypass the fuse in any manner by bridging the fuse with a solid conductor.
FUSE
3 core cable (Live, Neutral and Earth), minimum 1mm diameter/core.
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DO NOT replace the blown fuse with a fuse of the incorrect value. Only replace the fuse with
another of the exact fuse rating as printed on the back panel.
REAR RIGGING BAR
GETTING STARTED
The rigging bar is used for both ground-stacking and flown applications.
The rigging bar has multiple vertical splay angles between 0° and 16° as demonstrated
below, making various vertical curvature arrays possible, thus, suiting most venues.
Through careful project planning and the correct curvature integration, a smooth and
consistent SPL is achievable throughout the target audience.
1.5º
13º
16º
10º
6º
3º
0º
4.5º
8º
USING THE L6A AS A GROUNDSTACKED APPLICATION
The Hybrid L6A line array cabinet is suited for most small to medium indoor or outdoor
applications. Its applications span being used as a stand-alone cabinet or a coupled array for
speech only to arrays with sub-bass cabinets for live events and DJ performances.
The Hybrid L6A can be used as a ground-stacked setup coupled together with the Hybrid
LS18A (single 18” powered sub-bass) for small indoor functions (up to 500 people) or coupled
with the Hybrid LS218A (dual 18” powered sub-bass) for larger indoor or outdoor functions
(up to 1000 people).
TIP: Connecting more than two L6P cabinets to one L6A cabinet will reduce the system
impedance to dangerous levels and may cause the system to malfunction, potentially
destroying the power amplifier within the L6A.
GROUND-STACK WITH AN LS18A
2:
L6P
M20 THREAD + LOCKNUT
M20 THREAD
M20 TOP PLATE
LS18A
L18P 900MM
L6A
LS18A
Attach the Hybrid L18P (900mm)pole to the
LS18A sub-bass cabinet by screwing tightly the
end with the shorter M20 thread clockwise onto
the integrated M20 top plate on the cabinet.
1: Place the Hybrid LS18A powered sub-bass speaker.
3:
M20 THREAD + LOCKNUT
LS18A
L6F
L18P 900MM
Attach the Hybrid L6F fly frame to the opposite
end of the Hybrid L18P pole by screwing the
longer M20 thread onto the integrated M20
threaded hole on the frame. Once the frame is
completely screwed in, place the frame in the
desired horizontal position and tighten the lock
nut provided on the L18P.
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LOCK
UNLOCK
LOCK
UNLOCK
4:
5:
6:
Splay Bar
Fly Frame
L6F L6F
L6A L6A
Locking Machnism - Locked Postion
L6A L6A
L6P L6P
Locking Machnism - Locked Postion
Align the front-end rigging holes of the
Hybrid L6A with the front-end rigging holes
of the L6F fly frame. Slide the L6A cabinet to
the right until the units are correctly coupled.
Activate the locking mechanism located on
the front end of the L6A.
Lift the rear of the L6A cabinet and align the
desired angle of the integrated splay bar
with the fly frame using the quick-release
self-locking pins attached to the L6A.
Align the front-end rigging holes of the
Hybrid L6P with the front-end rigging holes
of the L6A. Slide the L6P cabinet to the right
until the units are correctly coupled. Activate
the locking mechanism located on the front
end of the L6P.
Connect the audio source (mixer or other source) to the LS18A XLR input connector using
a balanced XLR–XLR audio cable (not supplied). Then, using the supplied 2m balanced line
XLR–XLR input cable, connect the LS18A link XLR to the L6A input XLR (#8).
TIP: It is recommended to make all input and loop-though connections before
powering up your system and to mute the input signal from the audio source. This
will avoid unexpected “thumps” when powering up your system and prevent abnormal
high input signals that may overload your speaker. Furthermore, it is advisable to
always use balanced line inputs as opposed to unbalanced inputs, ensuring a +6dB
gain structure and noise reduction throughout your system.
7:
8:
9:
Using the Speakon cable supplied with the L6P, connect the L6A speaker output (#4) to the
L6P speaker input.
With the 2m Powercon link mains cable supplied with the L6A, connect the LS18A mains
output to the L6A mains input (#1).
Connect the LS18A to the mains outlet using the Powercon mains cable supplied with
the LS18A and then power up the LS18A and L6A powered speakers by switching the power
switches ON (#2).
LOCK
UNLOCK
10: Test the system by applying an input signal via the mixer or other music source at a low
volume. Ensure that all speakers are functional before increasing the volume to the desired
SPL.
Lift the rear of the L6P cabinet and align the
desired angle of the L6A integrated splay bar
with the fly frame using the quick-release
self-locking pins attached to the L6A. Preset 5 – CURVED; MID -6dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stack, club genre
PRESET GUIDE
Preset 1 – FLAT; 0dB: flown applications, near field
Preset 3 – CURVED; MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE 0dB: ground stack, vocals/live/rock
Preset 4 – CURVED; MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stack, club genre
Preset 2 – FLAT; +3dB: flown applications, far field
11: Choose the desired preset for the genre of music/application by pressing the preset selection
switch (#7) located on the rear panel of the L6A.
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Place the Hybrid LS218A powered sub-bass
speaker on the floor.
LOCK
UNLOCK
L6P
L6P
M20 THREAD + LOCKNUT
M20 THREAD
M20 TOP PLATE
LS218A
L218P 350MM POLE
L6A
LS218A
M20 THREAD + LOCKNUT
LS218A
L6F
L18P 350MM
GROUND-STACK WITH AN LS218A
1:
2:
3:
Attach the Hybrid L218P (350mm) pole to the
LS218A sub-bass cabinet by screwing tightly
the end with the shorter M20 thread onto the
integrated M20 top plate on the cabinet.
Attach the Hybrid L6F fly frame to the opposite
end of the Hybrid L218P pole by screwing the
longer M20 thread onto the integrated M20
threaded hole on the frame. Once the frame is
completely screwed in, place the frame in the
desired horizontal position and tighten the lock
nut provided on the L218P pole.
LOCK
UNLOCK
Splay Bar
Fly Frame
L6F
L6F
L6A L6A
Locking Machnism - Locked Postion
4: Align the front-end rigging holes of the
Hybrid L6P with the front-end rigging holes
of the L6A. Slide the L6P cabinet to the
right until the units are correctly coupled.
Activate the locking mechanism located on
the front end of the L6P.
Lift the rear of the L6P cabinet and align
the desired angle of the L6A integrated
splay bar with the fly frame using the
quick-release self-locking pins attached to
the L6A.
Locking Machnism - Locked Postion
Lift the rear of the L6P cabinet and align
the desired angle of the L6A integrated
splay bar with the fly frame using the
quick-release self-locking pins attached to
the L6A.
5: Align the front-end rigging holes of the
Hybrid L6P with the front-end rigging holes
of the L6A. Slide the L6P cabinet to the
right until the units are correctly coupled.
Activate the locking mechanism located on
the front end of the L6P.
LOCK
UNLOCK
L6A L6A
L6P L6P
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TIP: It is recommended to make all input and loop-though connections before
powering up your system and to mute the input signal from the audio source. This
will avoid unexpected “thumps” when powering up your system and prevent abnormal
high input signals that may overload your speaker. Furthermore, it is advisable to
always use balanced line inputs as opposed to unbalanced inputs, ensuring a +6dB
gain structure and noise reduction throughout your system.
PRESET GUIDE
Preset 1 – FLAT; 0dB: flown applications, near field
Preset 3 – CURVED; MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE 0dB: ground stack, vocals/live/rock
Preset 4 – CURVED; MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stack, club genre
Preset 5 – CURVED; MID -6dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stack, club genre
Preset 2 – FLAT; +3dB: flown applications, far field
6:
7:
8:
9:
10:
11:
12:
13:
Repeat step 5 with the second L6P cabinet.
Connect the audio source (mixer or other source) to the LS218A XLR input connector using
a balanced XLR–XLR audio cable (not supplied). Then, using the supplied 2m balanced line
XLR–XLR input cable, connect the LS218A link XLR to the L6A input XLR (#8).
Using the Speakon cable supplied with the L6P, connect the L6A speaker output (#4) to the
L6P speaker input.
Using the Speakon cable supplied with the second L6P, connect the first L6P speaker output
to the second L6P speaker input.
With the 2m Powercon link mains cable supplied with the L6A, connect the LS218A mains
output to the L6A mains input (#1).
Connect the LS218A to the mains outlet using the Powercon mains cable supplied with the
LS218A and then power up the LS218A and L6A powered speakers by switching the power
switches ON (#2).
Test the system by applying an input via the mixer or other music source at a low volume.
Ensure that all speakers are functional before increasing the volume to the desired SPL.
switches ON (#2).
Choose the desired preset for the genre of music/application by pressing the preset selection
switch (#7) located on the rear panel of the L6A.
L6P
L6P
L6P
L6P
L6A
L6A
L6A
L6A
L6F
There are many variations of flown configurations to suit most applications, from a standalone
array for speech using a short or long line, depending on venue size, to arrays coupled with
bass bins for live events and DJ performances.
Flown configurations can also be designed using L6P passive cabinets linked to the L6A active
cabinet. Although a maximum of two L6P passive cabinets can be powered by an L6A active
cabinet, it is recommended to design your system with a ratio of 1:1 for best performance
(i.e., one L6A active cabinet powering one L6P passive cabinet).
FLOWN APPLICATION
FLOWNMAX 8 CABINATS/LINE
SAFETY WHEN FLYING THE HYBRID L6A/L6P CABINETS
Ensure the structure from which the line array will be hung is certified by a qualified structural
engineer.
Only use the correct fly frame (Hybrid L6F) when flying the Hybrid L6A and L6P cabinets, and
before use perform a visual check on the fly frame for any damage that may have occurred
in previous usages.
It is recommended that for permanent flown installations the cabinets be opened by a
qualified service centre and the amplifier module/back panel be inverted. The same should
also be done for the logo on the front grille of the speaker.
Flown systems can be designed using only one or two L6A or L6P cabinets per line if the
venue is small, but it is important to note that the true benefits of line array technology only
start to work with longer lines; thus, it is recommended to have 6 cabinets or more per line.
The Hybrid L6A Active Speakers have been designed primarily for ground-stack
configurations, and when they are used as a flown system, the cabinets will be inverted
once attached to the fly frame.
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It is recommended that the hoist and shackles that are used for suspending the line array be
rated with an 8x safety margin of total load for indoor applications and a 16x safety margin of
total load for outdoor applications.
STEP PROCEDURE FOR FLYING APPLICATION
L6F
Never suspend the L6A or L6P line arrays above the audience or technical crew, especially
when using the line array for a temporary event.
Always suspend the L6A and L6P line arrays with the inclusion of safety chains that are not
taut, with as little falling distance as possible required for the safety chain to hold the load.
1:
2:
Attach the four fly frame shackles securely to
the fly frame.
Attach the lifting hoist securely to the shackles.
L6F
L6P
L6P
L6F
3: Align the top front-end rigging holes of the
Hybrid L6P with the front-end rigging holes
of the L6F fly frame. Slide the L6P cabinet
into the fly frame until the units are correctly
coupled. Activate the locking mechanism
located on the front end of the L6P.
4: Align the top front-end rigging holes of the
next Hybrid L6A or L6P cabinet to the bottom
front-end rigging holes of the L6A already
hung. Slide the L6A or L6P cabinet into the
hung L6A cabinet until the units are correctly
coupled. Activate the locking mechanism
located on the front end of the L6A or L6P.
Lift the back-end of the L6A or L6P cabinet
and attach the integrated angle splay bar of
the L6A or L6P using the quick-release
self-locking pins attached to the cabinet.
L6A L6A
L6P L6P
L6F L6F
5: Follow step 4 for the next L6A/L6P cabinets to be installed until the complete line has been
hung. Please note that the L6A and L6P are small format line array cabinets, and it is not
recommended to hang more than 12 cabinets in a line.
6: Once the complete array has been hung, lift
the array slightly off the ground until is it freely
suspended and ensure that the overall angle of
the complete array is correct. L6P
L6P
L6P
L6P
L6A
L6A
L6A
L6A
L6F
7: If a combination of L6A and L6P speakers are to be used, it is recommended that the ratio
between the two models is 1:1, i.e., alternating between the two models and starting with an
L6P at the top of the array. Continue this alternate model hanging until the array is complete.
8: Make all input connections between the array cabinets, linking all L6A active cabinets (#8
and #9) with balanced line input cables. Remember to allow for the main input from the
mixer or other source to be connected to the bottom L6A cabinet.
9: Make all output connections between the L6A active cabinets (#4) to the L6P passive
cabinets, using the 4 core Speakon link cables supplied with the L6P cabinets. A maximum
of two L6P cabinets can be powered by one L6A active cabinet, but it is recommended that
only one passive cabinet be connected to one active cabinet for flown applications.
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10:
11:
12:
Make all mains power link connections between the L6A active cabinets (#1 and #3), linking
all L6A active cabinets with the Powercon link cables supplied. Remember to allow for the
main power input to be connected to the bottom L6A cabinet.
Make the audio input connection between the mixer or other source’s output and the input
(#8) of the bottom L6A cabinet. It is recommended that the audio source used has balanced
line outputs in order to minimise noise levels and to keep the system within acceptable
limits without clipping any of the input stages. A balanced line XLR Male–XLR Female input
cable for connecting the mixer or other source to the L6A is not supplied.
Ensure all L6A cabinets are switched OFF (#2) and the level potentiometers (#6) are at the
minimum position (rotated fully anti-clockwise).
13:
14:
15:
Make the mains power connection from the venue’s mains 220Vac/50Hz source to the
bottom L6A active cabinet (#1). For South African standard applications, this cable is a
Powercon to a standard South African 3-pin plug. This power cable is not supplied with the
L6A active cabinet.
First, ensure the mixer or other audio source’s main output levels are at the minimum
position. Then switch on (#2) all L6A cabinets, and turn the level controls on the back panels
to the maximum position (rotated fully clockwise).
Choose the desired preset for the genre of music/application by pressing the preset selection
switch (#7) located on the rear panel of the L6A.
Preset 4 – MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stacking, club genre
PRESET GUIDE
Preset 1 – FLAT; 0dB: flown applications, near field
Preset 3 – MID -3dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE 0dB: ground stacking, vocals/live/rock
Preset 2 – FLAT; +3dB: flown applications, far field
Preset 5 – MID -6dB EQ, BASS and TREBLE +3dB: ground stacking, club genre
16:
17:
Apply a signal to the array line through the mixer or other audio source and gradually
increase the volume until a low level has been reached. Check that all speakers in the line
are working correctly.
Lift the complete array of speakers to the desired height and install the safety chain between
the hanging structure and the L6F fly frame.
MAINTENANCE
Your Hybrid L6A Active Line Array Speaker requires no routine maintenance other than the
occasional cleaning of the heat sink located on the rear panel of the Speaker. It is important
to keep the heat sink free of dirt and dust so as to avoid overheating the inbuilt amplifier.
Cleaning of the heat sink is recommended every 3–6 months depending on the environment
the Speaker is working in.
Users will not need to make any internal adjustments to the Hybrid L6A Line Array Speaker
throughout its lifetime. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Removal of the back
panel/amplifier module poses the risk of electrical shock; thus, should any servicing be
needed, it should be carried out by an authorised and qualified service centre.
In the unlikely event that your Hybrid L6A Active Line Array Speaker develops a technical fault,
it should be returned to an authorised distributor or service centre. Due to the complexity of
the design and the risk of electrical shock, all repairs must be carried out by authorised and
qualified personnel. If the L6A Speaker needs to be couriered to the distributor or service
centre, ensure that it is correctly packed in its original packaging so as to avoid further
damage.
SERVICE, REPAIR AND GUARANTEE
Your Hybrid L6A Speaker carries from the date of purchase a 12-month “No-Quibble” walk-
in guarantee on all electronic components. Hybrid prides itself on its excellent after-sales
service and it is our goal to return your L6A back to you in perfect working order.
Thank you for purchasing a Hybrid product and for reading this user manual. You are now
ready to use your Hybrid L6A and we hope it brings you many hours of listening pleasure.
FEATURES
Ideal for small to medium indoor or outdoor applications.
Easy mobility with integrated castor wheels
Tailored bass reinforcement for Hybrid L6A & L6P lina arry speakers
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DIMENSIONS OF CARTON BOX HXWD: 505mm x 430mm x 530mm (W x H x D
NET SHIPPING WEIGHT: 23kg
Power 240W programme
LF Dual 6” (6LA-8), 200W programme, 8Ω
HF Dual 1” (1LA-8), 40W programme, 8Ω
Frequency response 125Hz–18KHz
Average sensitivity 1W@1m: 95dB
Max SPL (calculated) 121dB
Horizontal directivity 80°
Vertical directivity 15° (1 cabinet)
Amplifier class Class D
Amplifier power 200W + 200W RMS
DSP 28/56-bit, 50MHz digital audio processor,
(100dB SNR/-80dB THD+N)
Applications Sub-bass ground-stack with pole (L18P/L218P) and fly
frame (L6F)
Standalone or with sub-bass flown with fly frame (L6F)
Cabinet construction ABS moulded, metal back plate with metal integrated
rigging
Dimensions 455mm x 190mm x 350mm (W x H x D)
Weight 10kg
SPECIFICATIONS
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