Idea BASSO21-A User manual

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BASSO21-A
21˝ 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.
BASSO21-A is a high-density direct radiation subwoofer that brings the
genuine 21” deep sound out of a very compact rugged cabinet, built with
high quality birch 18” birch plywood, 2 mm steel grille and IDEA Aquaforce
weather-resistant, durable coating.
This powerful, multipurpose subwoofer produces a clean linear audio signal
that couples naturally with large two-way loudspeakers like LUA15, EXO15
and EXO18 and own or stacked with EVO line-arrays in larger systems but
BASSO21-A has been carefully tuned to deliver the optimal performance
from 21” premium quality transducer thanks to the four symmetrical
ports that allow for extremely linear excursion of the woofer with minimal
distortion and high response in those regions where sound is rather felt
than heard.
This extended frequency response reaches 29Hz adding BASSO21 “Infra”
capabilities in large systems and applications those sub-sonic qualities are
required.
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
BASSO21-A features an integrated 3.2 kW 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 @80 Hz
PRESET 2: LPF @100 Hz
PRESET 3: LPF @120 Hz
PRESET 4: LPF @140 Hz

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Enclosure design Bass Reex
Transducers 1 x 21’’
Class D Amp Continuous
Power
3.2 kW
DSP 24bit @ 48kHz AD/DA
4 selectable active LPF cuts
SPL (Continuous/Peak) 132/138 dB SPL
Frequency Range (-10 dB) 25 - 80/100/120/140 Hz
Frequency Range (-3 dB) 30 - 65/80/100/120 Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD) 600 x 600 x 950 mm (23.6 x 23.6 x 37.4 in)
Weight 74.5 kg (164.24 lb)
Audio Signal Connectors
Input
Output
XLR
XLR
AC Connectors 2 x Neutrik PowerCON® (I/O)
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 Riggin Frame (RF-600)
Riggin System (RS-BASSO-L)
Wheels (WH-04)
35 mm Pole (K&M-21336)
TECHNICAL DATA
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
950 mm 600 mm
600 mm
+6
-∞
PRESET4
PRESET3
PRESET2
PRESET1
CLIP
TEMP
STATUS
PRESET
SELECT
GAIN
INPUT
LINK

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I MAS D ELECTROACÚSTICA SL
POL. A TRABE 19-20 15350 CEDEIRA (GALICIA - SPAIN)
DECLARES THAT: BASSO21-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 REQUIRE-
MENTS.
EN 55103-1: 1996 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: EMISSION
EN 55103-2: 1996 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: IMMUNITY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
WARNINGS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARRANTY
• 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
qualied 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 qualied personnel.
• This is a Class I device. Do not remove Mains connector ground.
• Only use accessories specied by IDEA, complying with maximum loads specications and following local safety regulations.
• Read the specications 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 qualied 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 qualied 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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