thomann The Box Pro Mon P10 User manual

Mon P10, Mon P12,
Mon P15
passive monitor
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann
Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
27.07.2015, ID: 353571, 353573, 353575

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....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Installation and starting up................................................................................................................ 12
5 Connections............................................................................................................................................... 14
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 16
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 18
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 19
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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 – 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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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad
floor protectors or a carpet.
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3 Features
Special features of this monitor speaker:
nPassive 2-way monitor
nHighly efficient compression drivers
nPowerful woofer
nBuilt-in tripod flange
nTwo carrying handles
nOutput for further monitors
nSuitable protective cover available as optional accessory
nPlywood enclosure with scratch-resistant black PU coating
Features
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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.
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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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC floor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the floor, but use felt-pad
floor protectors or a carpet.
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5 Connections
Connections
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1[INPUT]
Lockable NL4 input socket.
2[LINK]
Lockable NL4 output socket to feed the audio signal to another monitor.
Connections
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6 Technical specifications
Mon P10 (Item no. 353571) Mon P12 (Item no. 353573) Mon P15 (Item no. 353575)
System Passive 2-way monitor
Housing Plywood with scratch-resistant PU coating, black
Speakers 10" woofer with 2" voice coil 12" woofer with 2.5" voice coil 15" woofer with 3" voice coil
1" compression driver with 1"
voice coil 1" compression driver with 1.35" voice coil 1" compression driver with 1.35" voice coil
Impedance 8 Ω
Power handling 250 W RMS
500 W Peak
350 W RMS
700 W Peak
450 W RMS
900 W Peak
Frequency response 60 Hz … 20 kHz 50 Hz … 20 kHz 45 Hz … 20 kHz
Sound pressure level, 1 m dis‐
tance 93 dB 95 dB 96 dB
Dispersion angle 80° × 80° 80° × 80° 60° × 80°
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Mon P10 (Item no. 353571) Mon P12 (Item no. 353573) Mon P15 (Item no. 353575)
Connections 2 × NL4, 1+/1–
Dimensions (W × H × D) 480 mm × 300 mm × 420 mm 510 mm × 340 mm × 500 mm 610 mm × 365 mm × 545 mm
Weight 9 kg 13 kg 16 kg
Suitable protective cover Cover Mon A10, item no.
322027 Cover Mon A12, item no. 322028 Cover Mon A15, item no. 322029
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7 Plug and connection assignment
This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐
ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured.
Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a
plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short
circuit or ‘just’ in poor transmission quality!
1, + Signal 1 (in phase)
1, – Signal 1 (180 degree phase shift)
2, + Signal 2 (in phase)
2, – Signal 2 (180 degree phase shift)
Introduction
NL4 mounting connectors
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8 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 product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Do not dispose 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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Notes
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