thomann TP218/1600 A User manual

TP218/1600 A
active subwoofer
user manual

Musikhaus Thomann e.K.
Treppendorf 30
96138 Burgebrach
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.thomann.de
02.07.2014, ID: 325266

Table of contents
1 General notes............................................................................................................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 12
4.1 Tips on handling speakers............................................................................................................ 14
5 Connections and operating elements........................................................................................... 15
6 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 18
7 Plug and connection assignment.................................................................................................... 19
8 Protecting the environment.............................................................................................................. 21
Table of contents
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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, include the manual for
the next owner.
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 – high-voltage.
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Warning signs Type of danger
Warning – suspended load.
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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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.
DANGER!
Electric shock caused by short-circuit
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord). Do not
modify the mains cable. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or
fire. If in doubt, seek advice from a registered electrician.
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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!
Risk of fire
Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots. Do not place the device near
any direct heat source. Keep the device away from naked flames.
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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.
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 this stable active subwoofer for commercial use:
nConnectivity options:
– powerCON in and output (AC IN and AC OUT)
– XLR in and output (LINE IN and LINE OUT)
n4 pole mount flanges (M20) at top side
n12 handles
n18 mm birch plywood housing
nBlack anti-slip paint
nCasters optionally available
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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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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.
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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.
If you notice distortion during operation, the active speaker is overloaded. This may perma‐
nently damage the device. Always reduce the volume as soon as you hear distortion.
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5 Connections and operating elements
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1[POWER ON/OFF]
Mains switch to turn the device on and off.
2[AC INPUT]
Blue lockable powerCON input socket (NAC3FA).
3[AC OUTPUT]
Gray lockable powerCON output socket (NAC3FCB). This output is looped through from the blue input socket
[AC INPUT]. You can use it to feed the power supply to the blue powerCON input sockets [AC INPUT] of further ele‐
ments.
4[LINE IN]
Line signal input, designed as XLR chassis socket.
5[LINE OUT]
Line output for connecting further speakers, designed as XLR chassis plug.
6[VOLUME]
Volume control.
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7[HIGH CUT ]
Controller for adjusting the frequency of the high pass filter in a range of 55 to 200 Hz
8[PHASE ]
If necessary, this switch shifts the phase of the subwoofer signal by 180 °. This avoids unwanted cancellation effects in
combination with other speakers.
9 LED [POWER]
Power indicator. This LED lights up continuously during normal operation and turns off when the subwoofer is
turned off.
10 LED [PEAK]
Indicates overload. If the LED flickers or is lit, the input signal level is too high.
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6 Technical specifications
Speakers 2 × 18" woofer
Output power 4500 W power amp
Impedance 4 Ω
Sound pressure level 100 dB (SPL)
136 dB (max.)
Frequency response 34 Hz … 150 Hz (–3 dB)
Operating supply voltage 230 V (AC), 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W × H × D) 550 mm × 1200 mm × 680 mm
Weight 82 kg
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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!
Unbalanced transmission is mainly used in semi-professional environment and in hifi use.
Instrument cables with two conductors (one core plus shielding) are typical representatives of
the unbalanced transmission. One conductor is ground and shielding while the signal is trans‐
mitted through the core.
Unbalanced transmission is susceptible to electromagnetic interference, especially at low
levels, such as microphone signals and when using long cables.
In a professional environment, therefore, the balanced transmission is preferred, because this
enables an undisturbed transmission of signals over long distances. In addition to the conduc‐
tors ‘Ground’ and ‘Signal’, in a balanced transmission a second core is added. This also transfers
the signal, but phase-shifted by 180°.
Introduction
Balanced and unbalanced trans‐
mission
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Since the interference affects both cores equally, by subtracting the phase-shifted signals, the
interfering signal is completely neutralized. The result is a pure signal without any noise inter‐
ference.
1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal (in phase, +)
3 Signal (out of phase, –)
1 Ground, shielding
2 Signal
3 Bridged to pin 1
XLR plug (balanced)
XLR plug (unbalanced)
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