thomann the box MA5 User manual

MA5
active monitor
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
15.11.2017, ID: 415393

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 13
4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 14
5 Connections and controls................................................................................................................... 15
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 21
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 24
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 27
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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.
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.
Symbols and signal words
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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2 Safety instructions
This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. This device is designed for
professional and not household use. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any
other use or use under other operating conditions is considered 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.
Intended use
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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.
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3 Features
Special features of the device:
n5" full-range Neodym driver
nBuilt-in 150 W class D power amp
n3-channel mixer with 3-band EQ
nMic / line and AUX inputs
n3/8" microphone tripod bracket
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4 Installation
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 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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5 Connections and controls
Front panel
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1[MAIN LEVEL]
Overall volume control.
2 LED [+48V]
Control LED for phantom power. This LED lights when the phantom power is turned on.
3 LED [POWER]
Control LED for power supply. This LED lights when the device is turned on.
4[PHANTOM]
Turns on phantom power for the microphone inputs.
The phantom power leads to damage to the device if unbalanced cables are connected. Only switch on phantom
power while exclusively balanced cables are connected.
5[MIC1/MIC2 / MIC2]
Turns on the Delay effect. When the switch is pressed, the Delay effect is active only for channel 2. If the switch is not
pressed, the delay effect will affect channel 1 and channel 2.
6[INSTRUMENT (CHANNEL 1)]
Press this switch when an instrument is connected to the input for channel 1.
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7[ECHO]
Control to adjust the delay time.
8[LEVEL 1], [LEVEL 2]
Controls to adjust the level for channel 1 and 2. Turn this knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or reduce
the volume.
In zero position, the signal is muted, in maximum position the signal is processed without any attenuation.
9[MIC/LINE 1], [MIC/LINE 2]
XLR / 1/4" combo sockets for signal input channel 1 and 2.
10 [AUX INPUT]
Signal inputs for channel 3, designed as RCA socket ([CD IN] e.g. for MP3 or CD players and as 2 × 1/4" phone socket.
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11 [LEVEL 3]
Control to adjust the level for channel 3. Turn this knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or reduce the
volume.
In zero position, the signal is muted, in maximum position the signal is processed without any attenuation.
12 [HIGH 12kHz], [MID 2.5kHz], [LOW 100Hz]
3-band EQ with high, mid and low frequency controls (boost / attenuation by ±15 dB.
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Rear panel
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13 [POWER]
Main switch. Switches the device on and off.
14 IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply. Should the fuse have blown, disconnect the unit from the
power supply and replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same type.
15 [THRU]
XLR chassis plug: Via this output the signal (down mix of channels Main, 1, 2 and 3) can be forwarded to further active
speakers.
16 [LEVEL]
Switch for the signal level at the output [THRU]. Switch released: Line level, switch pressed: microphone level.
17 [MAIN IN]
Signal input for Main channel, designed as XLR / 1/4" combo socket.
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