thomann The Box Pro Achat 215 User manual

Achat 215
full-range speaker
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.08.2015, ID: 230514

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 10
4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 12
4.2 Hanging the speaker box.............................................................................................................. 13
4.3 Connections....................................................................................................................................... 14
5 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 16
6 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 17
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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.
This section provides an overview of the symbols and signal words used in this user manual.Symbols and signal words
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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.
WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible 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 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 – suspended load.
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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. 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.
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 the device:
nConnections: 2 lockable NL4 sockets (SpeakON).
nFor use with ‘Achat Amprack’, various products are available. Appropriate subwoofers, for
example, are: ‘the box pro Achat 118’ or ‘the box pro TP218/1600 MKIII’.
nFlying tracks on top side. Required attachment for vertical mounting ‘the box Achat Flying
Track Attachment’ (2 pcs. per box).
nBlack textured coating.
nSpeaker flange on bottom side to protect against slipping in tower installation. Not use‐
able for tripod mounting. Required accessory on this: ‘K&M 19683 Adaptor’ (M20 -
Ø 35 mm).
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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.
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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