Idea EXO32-A User manual
User Manual
3-Way Point-Source FOH Loudspeaker
EXO32-A
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
!
• Read this document thoroughly, follow all safety warnings and keep it for future reference.
• The exclamation mark inside a triangle indicates that whatever repairing and component replacement
operations must be done by qualied and authorized personnel.
• No user serviceable parts inside.
• Only use accessories tested and approved by IDEA and supplied by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.
• Installations, rigging and suspension operations must be done by qualied personnel.
• This is a Class I device. Do not remove Mains connector ground.
• Only use accessories specied by IDEA, complying with maximum loads specications and following local
safety regulations.
• Read the specications and connection instructions before proceeding to connect the system and use only
cabling supplied or recommended by IDEA. Connection of the system should be done by qualied personnel.
• Professional sound reinforcement systems can deliver high SPL levels that may result in hearing damage. Do
not stand close to the system while in use.
• Loudspeaker produce magnetic eld even while they are not in use or even when disconnected. Do not place
or expose loudspeakers to any device that is sensitive to magnetic elds such as television monitors or data
storage magnetic material.
• Keep the equipment in the safe working temperature range [0º-45º] at all times.
• Disconnect the equipment during lightning storms and when it is not to be used for a long time.
• Do not expose this device to rain or moisture.
• Do not place any objects containing liquids, such as bottles or glasses, on the top of the unit. Do not splash
liquids on the unit.
• Clean with a wet cloth. Do not use solvent-based cleaners.
• Regularly check the loudspeaker housings and accessories for visible signs of wear and tear, and replace
them when necessary.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
• This symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Follow local
regulation for recycling of electronic devices.
• IDEA declines any responsibility from misuse that may result in malfunction or damage of the equipment.
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EXO32-A
FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
OVERVIEW
• Very high power-density
• 3-Way 4x8” LF Woofers + 3” MF CD + 1.75” HF CD
• 140 dB Short Term Peak SPL
• 3 kW Class-D Powersoft power module
• Integrated 24-bit @48kHz DPS with 4 selectable presets
• Pole-mount, own and stacked congurations
• Rugged and durable 15/18 mm birch plywood
• Dedicated transport, installation and rigging accessories
• Point Source FOH
• Side/Front/Drum-ll
• High performance compact Installed solution for clubs,
performance venues, sporting facilities and Houses of Worship
EXO 32-A is a diminutive FOH loudspeaker, capable of delivering sufcient
dynamic range and total output for Regional touring concerts and high SPL
DJ gigs. Just like the EXO18, EXO32-A combined with BASSO Series subwoof-
ers, allows for highly portable point source Main PA solution, but EXO32
delivers such performance in an enclosure with similar overall dimensions
to a 12” two way speaker.
The 3 way conguration, relies on a LF horn-loaded quad 8” cluster, a large
format compression driver that takes care of a wide band of midrange
frequencies and PM4 membrane 1,75” compression driver for sizzling HF
reproduction. EXO32 stands out in power density and audio reproduction
quality, pole mount, stacked or own.
EXO32-A is designed to be used in almost all situations, together with high
power subwoofer solutions, with a usable frequency range starting at 100
Hz. It`s important to take this in consideration when specifying a professional
sound reinforcement system, with subwoofers and DSP management.
3-Way Ultra-Compact Point-Source FOH
Cabinet design Bass-reex / Wedge
HF Transducers
1 x 1.75” Compression Driver
MF Transducers
1 x 3” Compression Driver
LF Transducers
4 x8” Woofers
Class-D Amp Continuous Power
3000 W
SPL (Continuous/Peak)
134/140 dB SPL
Frequency Range (-10 dB)
70 - 21000 Hz
Coverage
50˚ / 80˚
Connectors
2 x PowerCON / 2 x XLR
Dimensions (WxHxD) 470 x 470 x 470 mm
Weight
40 Kg
TECHNICAL DATA
470 mm 470 mm
470 mm
STATUS
SIGNAL
CLIP/TEMP
INPUT LINK
PRESET
SELECT
FLAT
HFBOOST
LOUDNESS
VOCAL
32-A
Powersupply:
Universalregulated
switchmode
Nominalpower:
100-240V50-60Hz
Currentconsumption:
1.2A
PRODUCTOFEUROPE
MadeinSpain
Designed,engineeredand
manufacturedbyIDEA
Thisproductmustbe
installedand/or
operatedbyqualified
professionalsfollowing
safepracticesandlocal
regulations.
Refertotheowner’s
manualforfurther
instructions.
1,4kW
1,2A
00kg
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FACTORY PRESETS
EXO32-A features a DSP Preset Selector that allows the sound
engineer choose from 4 different processing set-ups, to facilitate
quick implementation and easy control from the speaker management
system or digital mixer.
PRESET 1 - FLAT FOH
Standard voicing of the EXO32A, offering optimal performance and
coverage between 5 and 15 meters. Ideal as an ultra compact solution
for audiences 250 - 750 px outdoor.
PRESET 2 - LF CUT/ INDOOR
Often when a high power loudspeaker is used indoor the LF buildup
created by the acoustics of the room can interfere with the tonal
clarity of the system. To minimize such phenomenon, this preset
reduces the amplitude of the signal of the 100-350 Hz LF part of the
spectrum.
PRESET 3 - HF BOOST / LONG-THROW
When the EXO32A is own at a great distance/height from the
intended listening area or when it is used with sufcient subwoofers
support in a bigger event outdoor, the user can select this preset to
compensate the natural loss of HF energy over distance, being most
effective between 7,5 and 15 m. This preset is also useful in certain
very acoustically dampened, non reverberant environments.
PRESET 4 - FLAT/CLOSE FIELD
This preset features and adjustment of the phase and frequency
response of the EXO32 for distances between 1,5 and 5 m in
applications such as Drum-ll, DJ monitor or rehearsal rooms.
STATUS
SIGNAL
CLIP/TEMP
INPUT LINK
PRESET
SELECT
32-A
Power supply:
Universal regulated
switch mode
Nominal power:
100-240 V 50-60 Hz
Current consumption:
1.2 A
PRODUCT OF EUROPE
Made in Spain
Designed, engineered and
manufactured by IDEA
This product must be
installed and/or
operated by qualified
professionals following
safe practices and local
regulations.
Refer to the owner’s
manual for further
instructions.
Flat / FOH
LF Cut / Indoor
HF Boost / Long Throw
Flat / Close Field
50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20kHz
100
90
110
120
130
140
20 Hz
dB SPL
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
This graph shows the frequency response for a 1-watt swept sine signal in an anechoic environement (4π),
measured at 3m and scaled down at 1 m.
In order to provide more precise information for acoustical analysis, a 1/12 octave smoothing has been applied.
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POLAR GRAPHS
HORIZONTAL MF/HF POLAR RESPONSE
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
180˚
-165˚
-150˚
-135˚
-120˚
-105˚
-90˚
-75˚
+12
0
-12
-24
-36
-48
-60˚
-45˚
-30˚
-15˚
0˚
15˚
30˚
45˚
60˚
75˚
90˚
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
180˚
-165˚
-150˚
-135˚
-120˚
-105˚
-90˚
-75˚
+12
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-24
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-48
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0˚
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30˚
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60˚
75˚
90˚
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
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60˚
75˚
90˚
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
180˚
-165˚
-150˚
-135˚
-120˚
-105˚
-90˚
-75˚
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-12
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-48
-60˚
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-30˚
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30˚
45˚
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75˚
90˚
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
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-150˚
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60˚
75˚
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0˚
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+120-12-24-36-48
30˚
45˚
60˚
75˚
90˚
105˚
120˚
135˚
150˚
165˚
180˚
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-150˚
-135˚
-120˚
-105˚ -90˚ -75˚
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-45˚
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0˚
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+120-12-24-36-48
30˚
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60˚
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150˚
165˚
180˚
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30˚
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150˚
165˚
180˚
VERTICAL HF POLAR RESPONSE
800 Hz
2500 Hz
8000 Hz
1000 Hz
4000 Hz
1600 Hz
8000 Hz
4000 Hz 8000 Hz 16000 Hz
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INSTALLATION/TRANSPORT ACCESSORIES
FC-EXO32
EXO32-A offers a compact,
easy-to-deploy point source
FOH solution for a wide range
of professional sound reinforce-
ment environments.
From mobile 2.1 and 2.2 setups
for FGM/BGM indoor and out-
door applications to portable
audio for live music, pole
mounted or ground-stacked on
BASSO R subwoofers, to xed
installations in clubs, HoW, the-
atres and live-music venues.
The dedicated accessory UB-
EXO32 allows for a wide range
of setups. The U-Bracket can
be tted on walls, ceilings or
truss structures (with standard
clamps) allowing for 15˚, 30˚,
45˚ vertical angulations.
The PM-L48 pole-mount ac-
cessory can be attached to the
UB-EXO32 U-Bracket allowing
for pole mount setups (as seen
in the examples above).
FC-EXO 32-A provides a rugged,
touring-grade case for conve-
nient, and safe transport and
storage of EXO32-A, allowing
for mininum setup times and
logistics.
FC-EXO32
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IDEA is always in pursuit of better performance, greater reliability and design features.
Technical specications and minor nish details may vary without notice in order to improve our products.
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