The box AK 10 User manual

AK 10
active speaker
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
11.12.2017, ID: 415642 (V2)

Table of contents
1 General information................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbols and signal words............................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 8
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 Antenna............................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2 Microphone........................................................................................................................................ 16
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 17
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 28
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 30
8 Cleaning....................................................................................................................................................... 34
9 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 35
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1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow
the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make
sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that
the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to
change.
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1.1 Further information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the
following points:
Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download.
Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics.
Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
Letterings
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Signal word Meaning
DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos-
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – high-voltage.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as
described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid-
ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be
assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
This device may be used only by persons with sufficient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not
within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Intended use
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DANGER!
Electric shock caused by high voltages inside
Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never
remove any covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not use the device if covers, protectors or optical components are missing or
damaged.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro-
tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a regis-
tered electrician.
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CAUTION!
Possible hearing damage
The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent
hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to
be uncritical can cause hearing damage.
Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or
hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi-
cient ear protectors.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire
Do not block areas of ventilation. Do not install the device near any direct heat
source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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NOTICE!
Power supply
Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches
the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual
current circuit breaker. Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and
possibly injure the user.
Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long
periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
NOTICE!
Risk of fire due to incorrect polarity
Incorrectly inserted batteries may destroy the device or the batteries.
Ensure that proper polarity is observed when inserting batteries.
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NOTICE!
Possible damage by leaking batteries
Leaking batteries can cause permanent damage to the device.
Take batteries out of the device if it is not going to be used for a longer period.
NOTICE!
Possible damage due to incorrect storage
Deep discharge can cause batteries to become permanently damaged or lose
some of their capacity.
Before prolonged rest periods, charge the batteries to around 50 % of their
capacity and then switch the equipment off. Store the equipment at a tempera-
ture between 10 °C and 32 °C in as dry an environment as possible. During
extended storage periods, charge the batteries to 50 % approximately every three
months.
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nThis equipment uses a frequency range that is free of charge and registration within the
European Union.
For more information, please visit: http://www.thomann.de.
nWhen operating, make sure that transmitter and receiver are set to the same channel.
nNever set more than one transmitter to the same channel.
nMake sure that no metal objects are located between transmitter and receiver.
nAvoid interference by other radio and in-ear systems.
Notes on radio transmission
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3 Features
nActive 2-way loudspeaker with two built-in UHF radio systems
n10" woofer, 1" tweeter
nFrequency range 65 Hz … 20 kHz
nOutput power 200 W (RMS)
nBuilt-in 2-band equalizer
nBuilt-in media player with recording function
n1 × switchable MIC / LINE input
n1 × line output
n1 × stereo AUX input (RCA)
nPlastic housing with pole mount, carrying handle, trolley handle and casters
nTwo plastic microphones included
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4 Installation and starting up
Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Create all connections while the device is off. Use the shortest possible high-quality cables for
all connections. Take care when running the cables to prevent tripping hazards.
NOTICE!
Possible property damage by magnetic fields
Loudspeakers produce a static magnetic field. Therefore, maintain an appropriate
distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external
magnetic field.
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4.1 Antenna
Attach the two provided radio antennas to the BNC sockets above the control panel.
4.2 Microphone
The battery compartment of the microphone is embedded in the microphone body. To open
it, hold the microphone with one hand underneath the microphone head and rotate the
microphone handle counterclockwise with your free hand. After replacing the battery, screw
the microphone handle firmly back on the microphone body.
Use only LR6 AA (1.5 V) batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries (nickel metal hydride). Note
the correct polarity when inserting the batteries.
The hinged mounting clips over the microphone holders secure the microphones against
falling out during transport. When carrying the device by the side handles, still make sure that
the microphones do not fall out.
insertion and replacement of
the batteries of the supplied
microphones
Transport
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5 Connections and controls
Rear panel
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1 Main switch to turn the device on and off.
2 IEC chassis plug for mains connection, with fuse holder.
3 Microphone holder.
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Control panel
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4 Display for the built-in media player.
5 USB port.
6 Control buttons for the built-in media player:
Search reverse / skip to previous track.
Search ahead / skip to next track.
Repeat mode selector.
The active mode (normal playback, random playback, all tracks in endless loop, current track in endless loop) and the
title of the current track are displayed.
Play / pause button to start / stop playback.
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