Idea BASSO18-A User manual
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BASSO18-A
18˝ High Performance Direct Radiation Active Subwoofer QuickStart Guide
BASSO Series models allow the user to choose the most adequate subwoofer
for any given situation from within a family of products with common nish,
design solutions and performance philosophy as well as shared rigging and
transport accessories.
BASSO18-A is an active 1.5 KW single 18˝ direct radiation subwoofer delivering
a very natural, linear response in the VLF range from 30 Hz to 110 Hz.
Built with 18” Premium birch plywood and tted with a 2-mm steel grille,
this medium format medium format cabinet is nished with IDEA Aquaforce
weatherized coating to endure life on the road or stylishly integrate in any
installation.
BASSO18-A seamlessly matches with 2-way loudspeakers in LUA and EXO
Series maximizing the high-density performance of these systems for a
wide range of portable, mobile and install professional sound reinforcement
applications, from high power club sound systems and medium size live music
events to rental and touring companies.
Optional rigging accessories allow for BASSO18-A to be stacked and own
with RF-600 rigging frame.
DSP AND POWER MODULE
+6
-∞
PRESET 4
PRESET 3
PRESET 2
PRESET 1
CLIP
TEMP
STATUS
PRESET
SELECT
GAIN
INPUT
LINK
Active Preset
Gain level knob
USB Port
Activity leds
Preset Select toggle
Signal OUT: balanced audio XLR
Signal IN: balanced audio XLR
PRELOADED SELECTABLE PRESETS
Mains IN
Mains OUT
BASSO18-A features an integrated 1500 W Class-D power module equipped with PowerCON 32A Mains connectors and XLR balanced
audio signal connectors allowing for a simple, straightforward power and audio linking of the array elements.
The 24-bit high-resolution integrated DSP board allows for easy
access to four preloaded presets, just toggling the press-button
PRESET SELECT in the back control pannel. The active preset will
be indicated by the active led above its number.
PRESET 1: LPF @100 Hz
PRESET 2: LPF @120 Hz
PRESET 3: LPF @150 Hz
PRESET 4: LPF @180 Hz
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Enclosure design Bass Reex
Transducers 1 x 18˝
Class D Amp Continuous Power 1 500 W
DSP 24bit @ 48kHz AD/DA
4 selectable active LPF cuts
SPL (Continuous/Peak) 131/137 dB SPL
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 28 - 100/120/150/180 Hz
Frequency Range (-3 dB) 34 - 85/100/120/150 Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD) 600 x 600 x 740 mm
(23,6 x 23,6 x 29,1 inch)
Weight 56 kg (123,4 lbs)
Audio Signal Connectors
Input
Output
XLR
XLR
AC Connectors 2 x Neutrik PowerCON®
Cabinet Construction 18 mm Plywood
Grille 2 mm perforated weatherised steel with protective foam
Finish Durable IDEA proprietary Aquaforce paint coating process
Handles 4 integrated handles
Feet/Skates 4 rubber feet
Installation Top 36 mm Pole-mount socket
Accessories 35 mm Pole (K&M-21338)
Rigging Frame (RF-EVO20)
Rigging System (RS-BASSO-L)
Wheels (WH-04)
TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
740 mm 600 mm
600 mm
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BASSO18-A
1.5kWClass-D Active
18”Bass-ReflexSubwoofer
Powersupply:
Universal,regulatedswitch mode
Nominalpowerrequirement:
100-240V- 50-60 Hz
Currentconsumption:
1.23A
Thisproductmust be installed
and/oroperatedby qualified
professionalsfollowingsafe
practicesandlocal regulations.
Refertothe User’s manual for
detailedinstructionsand optional
accessories.
Designed,engineeredand
manufacturedbyIDEA
inCedeira(Galicia)
IntegratedDSPPreset List
100HzXOver
120HzXOver
150HzXOver
180HzXOver
+6
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PRESET4
PRESET3
PRESET2
PRESET1
CLIP
TEMP
STATUS
PRESET
SELECT
GAIN
INPUT
LINK
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I MAS D Electroacústica SL
Constitución 5 – 9, 46009 VALENCIA (Spain)
Declares that: BASSO18-A
Complies with the following EU Directives:
• RoHS (2002/95/CE) Restriction of Hazardous Substances
• LVD (2006/95/CE) Low Voltage Directive
• EMC (2004/108/CE) Electro-Magnetic Compatibility
• WEEE (2002/96/CE) Waste of Electric and Electronic Equipment
• EN 60065: 2002 Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus. Safety requirements.
• EN 55103-1: 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility: Emission
• EN 55103-2: 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility: Immunity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
WARNINGS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARRANTY
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• All IDEA products are guaranteed against any manufacturing defect for a period of 5 years from date of purchase for acoustical parts
and 2 years from date of purchase for electronic devices.
• The guarantee excludes damage from incorrect use of the product.
• Any guarantee repair, replacement and servicing must be exclusively done by the factory or any of authorized service centres.
• Do not open or intend to repair the product; otherwise servicing and replacement will not be applicable for guarantee repair.
• Return the damaged unit, at shipper’s risk and freight prepaid, to the nearest service centre with a copy of the purchase invoice in order
to claim guarantee service or replacement.
• 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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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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