thomann the box speaker 18-500/8-A User manual

Owner‘s Manual
the box speaker
18-500/8-A
speaker

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Intended use
This loudspeaker is exclusively meant for the reproduction of audio signals
according to instructions and specications given in this manual. We‘re not
liable for any damage caused by unintended use.
Safety instructions
For your own safety you must read through this chapter at rst
completely!
• The speaker may only be operated after installation inside a suitable
speaker box.
• Never submerse the speaker in water.
• Do not expose the device to rain and never use it in a damp or wet envi-
ronment. This speaker was developed for indoor use only. Do not use it
outdoors.
• Do not place the device in locations that are subject to high tempera-
tures, direct sunlight, or excessive dust.
• Never operate the speaker in the vicinity of heat sources such as cook-
ers, heating elements or other heat producing installations.
• Keep children away from the speaker. Children frequently underestimate
the dangers of electrical devices.
• Keep sufcient distance from the speaker when operated with
high volume level. Listening to music with high sound pressure
level may cause permanent damage to your hearing!
Disposal
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do
not dispose of your old device with your normal household waste.
Dispose of this product through an approved waste disposal rm or
through your local waste facility. Comply with the rules and regulations that
apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

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Dimensions
Technical specifications
Diameter ........................................ : 18” (460 mm)
Impedance .................................... : 8 Ω
Rated power .................................. : 500 W RMS
Peak power ................................... : 2000 W
Sensitivity (1W/1m) ....................... : 97 dB ± 2 dB
Min. resonance frequency ............ : 40 Hz ± 4 Hz
Frequency response ..................... : 40 Hz – 3.0 kHz
Diameter of voice coil ................... : 99.3 mm
Material of voice coil ..................... : round copper wire
Framework material of voice coil . . : TIL
Height of voice coil ....................... : 21.8 mm
Depth of magnet ........................... : 11 mm
Flux density .................................. : 1.06 T
Our products are subject to a process of continual further development.
Therefore modications to the technical features remain subject to change
without further notice.

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Thomann GmbH
Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 • 96138 Burgebrach • Germany
www.thomann.de
speaker
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