thomann Achat 208 HL User manual

Achat 208 HL
passive mid-range
speaker
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
08.10.2012

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety notes.................................................................................................................................................. 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 10
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 13
4.2 Hanging the speaker box.............................................................................................................. 14
4.3 Connections....................................................................................................................................... 15
5 Technical data........................................................................................................................................... 17
6 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 18
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1 General notes
This user manual contains important information on safe operation of the device. Read and
follow all safety notes and all instructions. Save this manual for future reference. Make sure
that it is available to all persons using this device. If you sell the device to other users, be sure
that they also receive this manual.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We therefore reserve the
right to make changes without notice.
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This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.
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.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in death or serious injury if it is not
avoided.
CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
NOTICE! This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates a possible dangerous situation that
can result in material and environmental
damage if it is not avoided.
Symbols and signal words
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – suspended load.
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety notes
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
Safety
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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.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.
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NOTICE!
Operating conditions
This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never
expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and
strong vibrations.
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3 Features
Special features of this device:
n2 × horn-loaded 8" mid-frequency transducers and 1 × 1.4" high-frequency driver
n2 × NL4 connections
nFlying tracks on top and bottom
nBlack textured coating
nM10 thread for speaker tripod mounting flange
nHandles
nLink Bar for coupling two Achat 208 H speakers (option)
nAdapter plate for stacking on top of Achat 115SUB, Achat 118, TP 118/800 and TP
218/1600 (option)
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4 Installation
Unpack and check carefully 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.
Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off. Use the shortest possible high-
quality cables for all connections.
WARNING!
Risk of injury caused by falling objects
Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply
in your country. Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment,
such as a safety cable or a safety chain.
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CAUTION!
Risk of injury due to heavy weight
Due to the heavy weight of the device, at least two persons are required for trans‐
port and installation.
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.
NOTICE!
Use of stands
When mounting the device onto a stand, ensure that the stand is in a safe and
stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum
permissible load capacity of the stand.
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4.1 Tips on handling speakers
We recommend you to set up the speakers in a way, that the sound signals can reach the audi‐
ence unobstructedly. It will often be helpful to mount the speakers on tripods. Thus, the sound
will be evenly spread with maximum range throughout the audience area.
Always use high grade cable to connect your equipment. Otherwise you won't reach max‐
imum sound quality.
For optimum results both impedance and power handling of the speakers must match the
requirements of the amplifier. Always follow the technical specifications of the speakers! The
overall impedance of the connected loudspeakers must not deceed the minimum output
impedance of the amp. The amps max. RMS output power should be 50 % above the power
handling capacity of the connected speakers.
If you notice distortion during operation, either the amp or the speaker is overloaded. This may
permanently damage the amp or the speaker. Always reduce the volume when you hear dis‐
tortion.
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4.2 Hanging the speaker box
To hang the speaker box on special mounting devices (aka ‘flying’) both sides of the box offer
built-in Aeroquip or fly tracks. In these tracks safety eyelets (double studs) can be screwed or
latched. Check the secure connection of the safety eyelets with the box carefully, before you
use it in ‘flying mode’.
Using an additional loop on the back of the box, it is possible to tilt the box. This additional
loop must not solely be in charge to secure the entire suspended weight.
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4.3 Connections
1, 2 NL4 connections, wired in parallel (INPUT, THRU)
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The drawing alongside shows the pin assignment of the lockable NL4 mounting connectors.NL4 mounting connectors for
speaker connections
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5 Technical data
System High-performance mid-range speaker system, left horn
Configuration 2 × 8" mid-frequency transducers, 1.4" high-frequency driver
Power handling 400 W (RMS), 1600 W (peak)
Impedance 16 Ω
Maximum SPL 140 dB
Frequency response 200 Hz … 17 kHz (–3 dB)
Dispersion (V × H) 60° × 40° (mid-range transducers)
Dimensions (W × H × D) 435 × 680 × 475 mm (17.13 × 26.77 × 18.70 inches)
Weight 30 kg (66 lbs)
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6 Protecting the environment
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
This device is subject to the European directive 2002/96/EC.
Do not dispose of the device with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste
facility. When discarding the device, comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your
country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
Disposal of your old device
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Musikhaus Thomann e.K. · Treppendorf 30 · 96138 Burgebrach · Germany · www.thomann.de