Sound Sation LIVEMAKER X User manual
LIVEMAKER X
1800W Peak Power 2.1 Portable
Column PA System with DSP
Please read this manual carefully and properly take care of it
USER MANUAL
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MANUALE UTENTE
Dear customer,
First of all thanks far purchasing a SOUNDSATION® product. Our mission is to satisfy
all possible needs of musical instrument and professional audio users oering a wide
range of products using the latest technologies.
We hope you will be satised with this item and, if you want to collaborate, we are
looking for a feedback from you about the operation of the product and possible
improvements to introduce in the next future. Go to our website www.soundsation-
music.com and send an e-mail with your opinion, this will help us to build instruments
ever closer to customer’s real requirements.
One last thing: read this manual before using the instrument, an incorrect operation
can cause damages to you and to the unit. Take care!
The SOUNDSATION Team
Gentile Cliente,
Grazie per aver scelto un prodotto SOUNDSATION®. La nostra missione è quella di
orire ai nostri utenti una vasta gamma di strumenti musicali ed apparecchiature audio
e lighting con tecnologie di ultima generazione.
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Un’ultima cosa, leggete il presente manuale al ne di evitare danni alla persona ed al
prodotto, derivanti da un utilizzo non corretto.
Il Team SOUNDSATION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. UNPACKING ...............................................................................................................6
1.1. Getting Started........................................................................................................................................................6
2. OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................7
2.1. Main Features..........................................................................................................................................................7
3. MAINS CONNECTION ...............................................................................................7
4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS..............................................................................................8
4.1. RCA Connections ...................................................................................................................................................8
4.2. JACK TS Connections............................................................................................................................................9
4.3. Mini Jack Stereo 3,5mm Connections..........................................................................................................10
4.4. XLR Connections ..................................................................................................................................................11
4.5. Speakon Connection ..........................................................................................................................................12
5. TOP PANEL ...............................................................................................................13
5.1. MONO MIC/LINE INPUTS (CH1/CH2) SECTION ......................................................................................14
5.2. AUX STEREO INPUT (CH3/4) SECTION........................................................................................................15
5.3. BLUETOOTH SECTION ........................................................................................................................................16
5.4. MASTER CONTROL SECTION ..........................................................................................................................16
5.5. 24 BIT DSP SECTION...........................................................................................................................................17
5.6. MIX OUT SECTION...............................................................................................................................................18
5.7. AUDIO PRESET (DSP) SECTION.......................................................................................................................18
6. REAR PANEL.............................................................................................................19
7. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................20
8. WARRANTY AND SERVICE .....................................................................................22
9. WARNING.................................................................................................................22
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IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
The symbol is used to indicate that some hazardous live terminals are
involved within this apparatus, even under the normal operating con-
ditions, which may be sucient to constitute the risk of electric shock
or death.
The symbol is used in the service documentation to indicate that spe-
cic component shall be replaced only by the component specied in
that documentation for safety reasons.
Protective grounding terminal
Alternating current/voltage
Hazardous live terminal
Denotes the apparatus is turned on
Denotes the apparatus is turned o
WARNING: Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent the danger
of injury or death to the operator.
CAUTION: Describes precautions that should be observed to prevent danger of
the apparatus.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
fRead these instructions
fKeep these instructions
fHeed all warning
fFollow all instructions
1)^Water and Moisture
The apparatus should be protected from moisture and rain and can not be used near
water; for example near a bathtub, a kitchen sink, a swimming pool, etc.
2)^Heat
The apparatus should be located away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves or
other appliances that produce heat.
3)^Ventilation
Do not block areas of ventilation opening. Failure to do could result in re. Always
install according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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4)^Object and Liquid Entry
Objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the inside of the apparatus for
safety.
5)^Power Cord and Plug
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve-
nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
poles; a grounding-type plug has two poles and a third grounding terminal. The third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, refer
to an electrician for replacement.
6)^Power Supply
The apparatus should be connected to the power supply only of the type as marked on
the apparatus or described in the manual. Failure to do could result in damage to the
product and possibly the user. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
7)^Fuse
To prevent the risk of re and damaging the unit, please use only of the recommend-
ed fuse type as described in the manual. Before replacing the fuse, make sure the unit
turned o and disconnected from the AC outlet.
8)^Electrical Connection
Improper electrical wiring may invalidate the product warranty.
9)^Cleaning
Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use any solvents such as benzol or alcohol.
10)^Servicing
Do not implement any servicing other than those means described in the manual. Refer
all servicing to qualied service personnel only. Only use accessories/attachments or
parts recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Please remember the high sound pressure do not only temporar-
ily damage your sense of hearing, but can also cause permanent damage. Be
careful to select a suitable volume.
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1. UNPACKING
Thank you for purchasing LIVEMAKER X active portable PA system. Each unit has been
well tested and shipped in perfect operating conditions. Carefully unpack all the cartons
and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and in good conditions:
f1 Subwoofer with integrated mixer
f2 x Satellite Passive speakers
f2 x Speakon cables to connect the subwoofer to satellite speakers.
f2 x Speaker stands.
f2 x Padded bag for Satellite Passive speakers.
f1 x Power Cable
fThis User manual
If anything damaged during transport, notify the shipper immediately and keep pack-
ing material for inspection. Again, please save cartons and all packing materials. If the
unit must be returned to the manufacturer, it is important that the unit is returned in
the original manufacturer’s packing. Please do not take any action without rst contact-
ing us.
WARNING: Packing materials are not toys. Keep out of reach of children.
Keep in a safe place the original packaging material for future use.
1.1. Getting Started
LIVEMAKER X is an active portable PA system. It is part of a wider range of SOUNDSA-
TION Pro Audio product line with characteristics of compactness, lightness and easy to
use. They are ideal for many music purpose. Make sure there is enough space around
the system for proper ventilation and prevent overheating especially regarding the
integrated mixer. LIVEMAKER X is connected to mains through the supplied cable. The
product meets the required safety standards. Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses
of the same type and specication.
Make sure that the system must be properly grounded. For your safety, you
should never remove any ground connector from electrical devices or power
cables, or make them inoperative.
Our products are subject to a continuous process of further development. Therefore
modications to the technical features remain subject to change without further notice
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2. OVERVIEW
LIVEMAKER X is the result of years of experience gathered by SOUNDSATION in
Portable Sound systems, a segment where quality, versatility and value for money are
absolutely essential. LIVEMAKER X system with its powerful 1800-watt (Peak) power
amp delivers astounding performance for mobile applications especially for musicians
and DJs. The system is equipped with a high-performance 10” subwoofer, two satel-
lite speakers (6 x 2.75” Wide-band Speakers) and integrated mixer. In addition to the
Bluetooth, the system integrates a DSP for Audio with 4 Presets and a 24Bit DSP FX
with 16 genuine eects to add to the MIC inputs choosing the level for each channel.
The enclosures (ABS for the satellites and Plywood for the sub-woofer) are strong and
lightweight and have a pleasant look.
2.1. Main Features
f1 x Subwoofer with integrated mixer and 2 x Satellite Passive speakers.
fClass-D 2 x 600W (RMS) Amplier.
fOne 10” Woofer (Subwoofer) and 6 x 2.75” Wide-band Speakers (3 for each satel-
lite speaker).
f2 Microphones/Line Inputs with 3 Band Equalizer (Low/Middle/High frequencies)
fBluetooth.
fAUX Input with 1 Stereo RCA Line Input, 2 x JACK 1/4 Inputs and 1 x Mini Jack
Stereo Input
fDual Band Equalizer on AUX Input.
fA DSP for Audio output with 4 presets and a 24Bit DSP FX with 16 genuine eects.
f25 mm hole for satellite speaker pole mounting.
fSturdy, compact and lightweight cabinets (ABS for the satellites and Plywood for
the sub-woofer).
3. MAINS CONNECTION
Connect the device to the mains with the supplied power cable. The wire correspon-
dence is as follow:
Cable Pin International
Brown Live L
Blue Neutral N
Yellow/Green Earth
The earth must always be connected! Pay attention to the safety! Before tak-
ing into operation for the rst time, the installation has to be approved by an
expert.
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4. AUDIO CONNECTIONS
You will need several audio cables for the various connections of the system. See the
pictures below that show the internal wiring of these cables. Be sure to use only high
quality cables.
4.1. RCA Connections
Use commercial RCA cables to connect unbalanced stereo sources with RCA output
connectors to the RCA Line stereo input ( AUX IN CH 3/4) of the built-in mixer.
Center
Signal
Body
Ground / Shield
Mixer
CD Player
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
LOW
VOLUME
AUX IN
L R
LEFT
RIGHT
CH 3/4
MIN MAX
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4.2. JACK TS Connections
Use mono 1/4” jack TS connectors to connect unbalanced stereo sources of external
devices such as musical instruments, mixer, etc to AUX IN 3/4 Input.
Unbalanced use of 1/4” jack TS connector
Strain relief
clamp
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Ground shield
Tip
Signal
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
LOW
VOLUME
AUX IN
L R
LEFT
RIGHT
CH 3/4
MIN MAX
Electronic Keyboard
Mixer
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Mono 1/4” jack TS connectors may also be used for the CH1 and CH2 inputs.
CH 1 CH 2
These inputs are a combo sockets for 1/4” jack TS / XLR. It accepts also balanced 1/4”
Jack TS connector that will be as follows: .
Balanced use of 1/4” jack TS connector
Strain relief
clamp
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Ground shield
Ring Ring
Cold (- Ve)
Tip
Hot (+ Ve)
4.3. Mini Jack Stereo 3,5mm Connections
Use Mini Jack Stereo (3,5mm) connectors to connect stereo sources of external devices
such as Laptops, smartphones, etc to AUX IN 3/4 Input.
Left Audio Signal (Tip)
Right Audio Signal (Ring)
Ground
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Laptop
Smartphone
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
LOW
VOLUME
AUX IN
L R
LEFT
RIGHT
CH 3/4
MIN MAX
4.4. XLR Connections
The Inputs CH1 and CH2 accept balanced XLR or balanced/unbalanced 1/4” Jack plugs
with Mic or Line level signals. In the case of balanced XLR cable the pin-out will be as
follows:
MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 3 MIC 4
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
MIC
LINE
3
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1.Ground/Shield
3.Cold (-)2.Hot(+)
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3
In case of unbalanced use Pins 1 and 3 will be jumped.
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4.5. Speakon Connection
As already explained, LIVEMAKER X system, consists in a Subwoofer and two satellite
speakers. The connection must be done using Speakon Cables (Bundled).
Speakon Cables
COLD
TO SUB-WOOFER REAR PANEL
TO SATELLITE SPEAKERS
HOT
COLD
HOT
1+
1+
1–
1–
2–
2+
1+
1–
2–
2+
1+
1–
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5. TOP PANEL
The top of the subwoofer includes the integrate mixer.
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
LINE
MIN MAX
0
MID
LOW
EFFECT
volume
MIC
CH 1
LINE
MIC
CH 2
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
LOW
VOLUME
AUX IN
L R
LEFT
RIGHT
CH 3/4
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
0
MIN MAX
VOLUME
MIN MAX
PAIR
BLUETOOTH
MUSIC
MIX OUT
SPEECH
LIVE
DJ
DSP PRESET
SUB VOL.
MIN MAX
EFFECT
MASTER
MIN MAX
POWER LIMIT
MONO
STEREO
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
MID
LOW
EFFECT
volume
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
0
1
2 3 4
5
6
7
1)^MONO MIC/LINE INPUTS (CH1/CH2) SECTION
2)^AUX STEREO INPUT (CH3/4) SECTION
3)^BLUETOOTH SECTION
4)^MASTER CONTROLS SECTION
5)^24 BIT DSP SECTION
6)^MIX OUT SECTION
7)^AUDIO PRESET (DSP) SECTION
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5.1. MONO MIC/LINE INPUTS (CH1/CH2) SECTION
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
LINE
MIN MAX
0
MID
LOW
EFFECT
volume
MIC
CH 1
LINE
MIC
CH 2
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
0
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
MID
LOW
EFFECT
volume
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
MIN MAX
0
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
1)^COMBO INPUT sockets
These input sockets accept 1/4” jack TS and XLR male connectors (balanced/unbal-
anced).
2)^MIC/LINE SELECTORS
They allow to select between a microphone (XLR) input and a line (1/4” jack TS) input.
WARNING: Please use MIC position only for Microphones.
3)^CHANNEL VOLUME CONTROLS
These controls adjusts the volume level for each channel.
4)^EFFECT CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of eect for each channel.
5)^LOW CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of low frequencies for each channel.
6)^MID CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of middle frequencies for each channel.
7)^HIGH CONTROLS
These controls adjust the amount of high frequencies for each channel.
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5.2. AUX STEREO INPUT (CH3/4) SECTION
MIN MAX
0
HIGH
MIN MAX
0
LOW
VOLUME
AUX IN
L R
LEFT
RIGHT
CH 3/4
MIN MAX
1
2
3
4
5
6
1)^AUX IN JACK TS STEREO INPUT
1/4” jack TS Stereo Input that can be used with electronic keyboard, instrument pre-
amp or processor, electronic drum machine, etc.
2)^AUX IN RCA STEREO INPUT
RCA Stereo Input that can be used with Mp3 player, CD player or other electronic devic-
es that have RCA stereo output.
3)^AUX IN MINI JACK STEREO INPUT
This Input can be used with Laptops, Smartphone or other electronic devices that have
Mini Jack Stereo Output.
WARNING: Please avoid to use AUX IN 3/4 RCA, Jack MONO TS and MINI
JACK STEREO inputs at the same time.
4)^AUX IN VOLUME CONTROL
This control adjust volume level of AUX IN 3/4.
5)^AUX IN LOW CONTROL
This control adjusts the amount of low frequencies of AUX IN 3/4.
6)^AUX IN HIGH CONTROL
This control adjusts the amount of high frequencies of AUX IN 3/4.
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5.3. BLUETOOTH SECTION
VOLUME
MIN MAX
PAIR
BLUETOOTH
1
2
3
1)^BLUETOOTH PAIR SWITCH
This switch enables Bluetooth pairing with a remote Bluetooth device.
2)^BLUETOOTH PAIR LED
This LED lights up when a remote device with Bluetooth has been paired.
3)^BLUETOOTH VOLUME CONTROL
This control adjust the volume level of music les coming from Bluetooth.
5.4. MASTER CONTROL SECTION
SUB VOL.
MIN MAX
MASTER
MIN MAX
POWER LIMIT
MONO
STEREO
1
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4
5
1)^MONO/STEREO SWITCH
When STEREO MODE is selected, LIVEMAKER X routes the two signals from the left and
right inputs to the corresponding satellite speakers. If a MONO signal is sent to either
the left or right channel of LIVEMAKER X, enabling the MONO MODE will route the
signal to both satellite speakers. When MONO MODE is selected, and a STEREO signal
is used, both the left and the right channels will be summed.
2)^POWER INDICATOR LED
When the power cord is connected to the AC power connector and the power switch is
in the ON position, the POWER indicator lights (GREEN LED).
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3)^LIMIT INDICATOR LED
This LED indicates (lit in red) that the limiter is ON when excessive integral power
consumption is detected. This means that if the system is used at a very high volume
such that the indicator ashes continuously, the internal power amplier section will
be excessively overloaded and may malfunction. When this happens, please reduce the
MASTER LEVEL and/or the others LEVEL CONTROLS so that the LED blinks only briey
on the highest transient peaks.
4)^MASTER VOLUME
This control adjusts the master volume level of the LIVEMAKER X system.
5)^SUBWOOFER VOLUME
This control adjusts the low frequencies level related only to the subwoofer
5.5. 24 BIT DSP SECTION
LIVEMAKER X has a 24 Bit DSP that allows to have 16 high quality eects available to
add to the MIC inputs choosing the level for each channel (CH1 / CH2). Using the relat-
ed knob, it is possible select the desired eect.
EFFECT
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5.6. MIX OUT SECTION
MIX OUT
It is a XLR output that contains the mix of all inputs and all controls. It can be used to
route the audio signal to another destination such as recording device, monitor, sub-
woofer or to another PA System.
5.7. AUDIO PRESET (DSP) SECTION
MUSIC
SPEECH
LIVE
DJ
DSP PRESET
In this panel section it is possible to change the audio response adjusting the timbre to
the relevant applications. By pressing the DSP PRESET switch, it is possible to scroll the
following modes:
fMUSIC: To be used for music recording and playback.
fLIVE: The ideal preset for most “live” application.
fDJ: Recommended for installations in discos and clubs.
fSPEECH: This preset allows the best speech intelligibility.
The selected mode will be indicated by the relative LED.
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6. REAR PANEL
Power
ONOFF
LIVEMAKER X
AC VOLTAGE
AC INPUT
Mid/High Out
LEFT
Mid/High Out
RIGHT
230V
1 32 4
1)^IEC Socket with Fuse holder
Plug the power cord into an AC socket properly congured for your particular model. In
case of fuse burn, to prevent the risk of re and damaging the unit, please use only of
the recommended fuse type as indicated in the rear panel silkscreening. Before replac-
ing the fuse, make sure the unit turned o and disconnected from the AC outlet
2)^POWER Switch
Press the switch to the ON position to turn the system on and to the OFF position to
turn it o.
3)^AC MAINS SELECTOR
This selector allows you to select the input supply voltage. It is protected by a plexiglass
cover to prevent an accidental and incorrect voltage selection.
4)^OUTPUT CONNECTORS
Left and Right channel have a Speakon output for connecting to the satellite speakers.
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7. SPECIFICATIONS
LIVEMAKER X
Technical Data
System: Portable Column PA Speakers
Speaker Type: 2.1 Portable System
Max SPL: 121dB
Frequency Range: 50Hz-20kHz
Satellite
RMS / Peak Power Capacity : 150W/450 W (each satellite speaker)
Frequency response: 250Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity (1m/1W): 98dB
Max. SPL (@1m): 121dB
Nominal impedance: 8ohm
Input: 1 x Speakon connector
LF driver: NO
HF driver: 6 x 2.75”Wideband Speakers” voice coil
Crossover frequency: 250Hz, -12 dB/octave
HF protection: Short protection
Pole mount: Ø 25mm
Housing material ABS
Dimensions (WxDxH): Satellite speaker: (2x)107x107x560mm
Net weight: Satellite speaker: (2x) 1.72kg
Subwoofer
Inputs: 2xXLR/6.3mm Jack Combo, Mini Jack Stereo input 3,.5mm, RCA, 6.3
Jack L+R/Bluetooth
MIC, Line, RCA Input impedance: 4.7 kΩ (MIC), 22 kΩ (LINE & RCA)
MIC/LIne in Sensitivity: -50dB (MIC), -20dB (LINE)
Line in Sensitivity: -20dB
EQ Control: LOW Freq, +/-12dB; MID Freq, +/-11dB; HIGH Freq, +/-11dB
DSP: 24Bit DSP for Audio Output with 4 presets and a 24Bit DSP FX with 16
genuine eects dedicated to CH1 and CH2
Bluetooth connection distance: 30m
Subwoofer amplier: 300W RMS @ 4ohm
Satellites amplier: 150W RMS @ 8ohm (for each satellite speaker)
LF driver: 1 x10”Woofer 2.0” voice coil
Frequency response (Sub): 50Hz-250Hz
Sensitivity (1m/1W): 95dB
Max. SPL (@1m): 121dB
Mains: 110V~120V / 230V~240V
Fuse: 110V~120V T10A / 230V~240V T5A
Pole Mount (subwoofer): M20 thread
Dimensions (WxDxH): Subwoofer: 325x520x383mm
Net weight: Subwoofer: 15.9kg
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