Turbosound Manchester Series User manual

Quick Start Guide
MANCHESTER Series
MV210-HC
Full Size Dual 10" Hybrid Curve Element for Install and Touring
MS121
Single 21" Front Loaded Subwoofer for Touring and Install Applications
MAN210-FG
Universal Fly Grid for MANCHESTER MV210-HC Array Elements and MS121 subwoofers
MV210-VT
Vertical Transporter for 4 MANCHESTER MV210-HC Line Array Elements
MS121-V T
Vertical Transporter for MANCHESTER MS121 Subwoofers
V 0.0

2Manchester Series MAN210-FG/MS121/MV210-HC Quick Start Guide 3
Welcome
Thank you for choosing a Turbosound loudspeaker product for your application. If you would like further information about this or any other product,
please visit our website at turbosound.com.
Unpacking theLoudspeaker
After unpacking the unit, please check carefully for damage. If damage is found, please notify your supplier at once. You, the consignee, must instigate any claim.
Please retain all packaging in case of future returnshipment.
System Requirements
The MV210-HC is a bi-amp 3-way loudspeaker with a passive crossover used on the mid and high frequency bands. It requires 2 channels of amplier and DSP.
With these Lake XP-based pre-sets, the Module Output Mixing (MoM) setup is no longer used, but instead, these pre-sets utilize the 3 band Multiband on each of the
Module outputs.
The MS121 subwoofer requires 1 channel of amplier and DSP for normal forward ring operation. Cardioid bass set ups will require additional amplier and DSP channels.
All Manchester series Loudspeakers exclusively use LAKE pre-sets via Lab Gruppen PLM+ and D series L platforms. No other amplier and DSP platforms are supported.
Manchester series has a powerful yet simple pre-set strategy utilizing the latest functionality of LAKE software, along with new acoustic compensation for length
of array and throw distances required (explained later in this QSG).
Pre-set data is found either via the Lake Load Library or can be downloaded from www.turbosound.com
Recommended Lab Gruppen PLM+ models for Touring applications are the PLM12k44 and PLM20k44.
For installations using Lab Gruppen D series L models, please use Lab Gruppen ‘CAFE’ software - available for download from www.labgruppen.com -
to determine the optimum amplier conguration for your system.
System Cabling Requirements
To avoid wasting amplier power, you should use heavy-duty speaker cable with a minimum wire size of 2.5 mm² (14 AWG), and preferably 4 mm² (12 AWG)
for longer runs or where total cabinet input impedance is less than 8 ohms. For extreme cable lengths, be aware of cable impedance and resistive losses.
Always observe the correctpolarity.
Use genuine NEUTRIX SPEAKON CONNECTORS for reliable operation.
(EN) Safety Instruction
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Use only attachments/accessories specied
by the manufacturer.
10. Use only with
the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used,
use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. Correct disposal of this
product:This symbol indicates that
this product must not be disposed
of with household waste,
according to the WEEE Directive
(2012/19/EU) and your national
law.This product should be taken
to a collection center licensed for
the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment
(EEE).The mishandling of this type of waste could have a
possible negative impact on the environment and human
health due to potentially hazardous substances that are
generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your
cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will
contribute to the ecient use of natural resources. For
more information about where you can take your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
oce, or your household waste collection service.
12. Do not install in a conned space, such as a
book case or similar unit.
13. Do not place naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
MusicTribe accepts no liability for any loss which may
be suered by any person who relies either wholly or in
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contained herein.Technical specications, appearances
and other information are subject to change without
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding Music Tribe’s
LimitedWarranty, please see complete details online at
community.musictribe.com/pages/support#warranty.

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SubwooferCabling
NOTE: Since the MS121 subwoofer is wired 1+/- = LF and 2+/- = LINK, in order to power multiple MS121 enclosures, it is advised to construct SUB LINK cables wired:
2+ -> 1+ and 2- -> 1- .
To power two subwoofers per amplier channel, standard NL4 link cables from Lab Gruppen bi-wired NL4 outputs (Channel 1 = 1+/-; Channel 2 = 2+/-)
can be used in conjunction with a SUB LINK cable. Refer to wiring diagrams below for further details.
To power one subwoofer per amplier channel, a single NL4 cable from Lab Gruppen bi-wired NL4 outputs (Channel 1 = 1+/-; Channel 2 = 2+/-) connects
to the rst subwoofer, then the SUB LINK cable connects to the second subwoofer.
MS121
Plays Amp
Channel 1
Plays Amp
Channel 1
Plays Amp
Channel 2
Plays Amp
Channel 2
MS121
MS121
MS121
LAB GRUPPEN PLM + Series
in LAKE software on pins 1
+/- and 2 +/-
NL4 - NL4 two-conductor “SUB LINK” cable cross wired
from pin 2+ to 1+ and pin 2 - to 1-
NL4 - NL4 four-conductor cable
with standard wiring
(1+/- to 1+/- and 2+/- to 2+/-)
THIS NL4 USES
PINS 2+ / 2-
THIS NL4 USES
PINS 1+ / 1-
MS121
LAB GRUPPEN PLM + Series
Cardioid BFF (back, forward, forward)
Using 4-Core NL4 cable, 2 DSP and 2 amplier channels
in LAKE software on
pins 1 +/- and 2 +/-
All cables are NL4 - NL4 four-conductor
with standard wiring
(1+/- to 1+/- and 2+/- to 2+/-)
FRONT Preset
Patched to Pins 1 +/-
Cardioid:
1 Reversed
2 Forward
BACK Preset
Patched to Pins 2 +/-
FRONT Preset
Patched to Pins 1 +/-
MS121
MS121
THIS NL4 USES
PINS 1+/- and 2+/-
THIS NL4 USES
PINS 1+/- and 2+/-
THIS NL4 USES
PINS 1+/- and 2+/-

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Connections
Mode BackPanel and Front Panel Connector InternalSchematic
MV210-HC
MS121 rear panel
MS121 front panel
BI-AMP, Input Low +
BI-AMP, Input Low -
BI-AMP, Input High +
BI-AMP, Input High -
1-
2-
2+
1+
Amplier Channel 1
Amplier Channel 2
LF 2
MHF
1+
+
-
+
-
+
-
1-
2+
2-
1+
1-
2+
2-
LF 1
NL4
Input/
Link
NL4
Input/
Link
1-
2-
2+
1+
Input SUB -
Input SUB +
Pins 2+/2- do not connect to the LF driver, they are just
used to link.
LF 1
NL4
Input/
Link
1+
1-
2+
2-
+
-
1+
1-
2+
2-
1+
1-
2+
2-
nc
nc
NL4
Input/
Link
NL4
Front
Input
1-
2-
2+
1+
Front Input SUB +
Not Connected
Not Connected
Front Input SUB -
Rigging and Acoustic SimulationSoftware
Refer to the MAN210-FG rigging manual for safe suspension and installation of the loudspeakers, y grid and all suspensionhardware.
MANCHESTER Series loudspeakers and y grid are designed and tested to strict BGV-C1 standards. Suspension of these speakers must be performed in accordance
with the MAN210-FG y grid rigging manual available online at turbosound.com
EASE Focus 3 is an acoustic simulation program, available as a free download from https://www.afmg.eu/en/ease-focus

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SuspendedArrays
Safety Warning: Only authorised and
certied personnel shall design and install
suspended congurations, following the instructions
and procedures in the MAN210-FG y grid rigging
manual available online at turbosound.com. For
maximum array sizes, weights and working load
limits, please consult this rigging manual. Failure to
follow these instructions may lead to death or
permanent injury.
The versatile MAN210-FG y grid allows the
Manchester MV210-HC and MS121 speakers to be
own in a number of dierent congurations.
The MAN210-FG comes with a multi-pick point tip
bar for single or dual suspension.
The MAN210-FG also comes with a single pick point
plate that may be used instead of the tip bar.
The MAN210-FG also comes with side support
'outriggers' with adjustable feet to aid stability, for
forward or rearward array tilt. A ground stack plate
attaches to the rear mounting point on MV210-HC
speakers for ground stacking.
MV210-HC Array Example
MV210-HC speakers attached to the MAN210-FG Fly
Grid. The MV210-HC rear mounting plates adjust the
angles.
Subwoofer Array Example
Two MS121 subwoofers attached to an MAN210-FG y
grid. The subwoofers can also be mounted rear-ring.
Hybrid Array Example
A second MAN210-FG is attached to the bottom of
the lower MS121 subwoofer. MV210-HC speakers can
then be attached to this lower y grid.
GroundStacking
Safety Warning: Only authorised
personnel shall design and rig the ground
stacked conguration, following the instructions and
procedures in the MAN210-FG y grid rigging
manual available online at turbosound.com. Failure
to follow these instructions may lead to death or
permanent injury.
MV210-HC Groundstack Example
The MAN210-FG y grid comes with a ground stack
plate that attaches to the rear mounting point on the
lowest MV210-HC. Two outriggers with adjustable
feet oer extra stability and support. The outriggers
can be tted in three positions, depending on if the
array is tilted forward, upright, or tilted back.
Hybrid Groundstack Example
The MAN210-FG y grid may be connected to the
top of an MS121 subwoofer, and then MV210-HC
speakers connected to the top of the y grid.
Lake Preset Overlays and ApplicationNotes
All Manchester series Loudspeakers exclusively use Lake XP pre-sets via Lab Gruppen PLM+ and D series L platforms. No other amplier and DSP platforms are
supported.
The Manchester series has a powerful yet simple pre-set strategy utilizing the latest functionality of Lake software, along with new acoustic compensation overlays for
length of array and throw distances required.
Pre-set data is found either via the Lake Load Library, or can be downloaded from www.turbosound.com
MV212, MV212-XV, MV210-HC & MC12-P loudspeakers each have individual Bi-AMP FIR base pre-sets: Full range with or without MS Subwoofers.
* MC12-P also have bi-amp (2 channel DSP/AMP) and passive (1 channel DSP/AMP).
CAUTION: Do not combine MV212 / MV212XV / MV210-HC / MC12-P loudspeakers on the same amplier / DSP circuit. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to
damage to the equipment.
CAUTION: Pay careful attention to output patching.
MV212, MV212-XV, MV210-HC, MC12-P, MS Subwoofer modules are based on the XP module from Lake software.
This QSG refers to REV2.1 XP presets.
CAUTION: REV1.1 (older 'FIR3way' modules) and REV2.1 XP modules ARE NOT COMPATIBLE IN THE SAME SYSTEM.
Lake software V7.0.7 or above must be used.
LakeXP signal ow:
The download of the Lake controller includes the Lake Controller Operation Manual, which is a full tutorial of the Lake Controller and compatible hardware such as
PLM+ series ampliers
Within this QSG, we focus on the Turbosound Manchester series workow and pre-set strategy, and assume basic working knowledge of the Lake Controller.

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DESCRIPTION OVERLAY
1.1: Frame (Amplier) is in the Main workspace page
Here we can see a default PLM12k44 frame with no
DSP pre-set modules loaded.
How to load a module from the Lake Load Library:
Left-click on Module A in the frame.
Module A is now outlined in yellow, and the buttons
at the bottom of the workspace show various module
options. The Modules button is also highlighted
there.
To Load a module :
Click the ‘ Module Store/Recall’ button.
DESCRIPTION OVERLAY
Folders now appear, and these allow you to select
where to recall the module (pre-set) from.
Double click the "Lake Load Library 5.5" folder.
Scroll using the arrow keys >> << along the bottom,
to nd the "Suitable for TURBOSOUND Loudspeakers"
folder, then double click to open it.
Now scroll again >> << to nd the "Manchester
REV2.1 XP" folder, then double click to open it.
CAUTION: Do not open the "Manchester" folder as this
may contain older REV1.1 FIR3way modules which are
replaced by REV2.1 XP in October 2022. Note that this
QSG only refers to the REV2.1 XP module.

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DESCRIPTION OVERLAY
Three folders appear. Double click "Modules"
CAUTION: Do not open "Array Size Comp" or "Distance
EQ" yet. These are EQ overlays, explained later in this
QSG.
The available module folders are displayed.
Left-click on any of these to show more details about
the module set up.
TIP: Please read the information!
Double-clicking the 'modules' folder will open the
module pre-set in the highlighted module of the
Frame (amplier)
Press ‘YES’ to proceed –the selected pre-set module
is loaded!
DESCRIPTION OVERLAY
Output Conguration:
Now you can patch the DSP module output to the
frame's amplier outputs
For this Module we want Low to pins 1 and high to
pins 2. The patch is highlighted in yellow boxes with
red text
Once you have nished the correct output patch, press
enter to close the output conguration
Note: you will get access to the screen once you
go through the same process to load other pre-set
modules into the free C & D modules or via the IO
option button
Now you can see the pre-set module is recalled and
loaded into A/B hardware modules

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SUBWOOFER STRATEGY ILLUSTRATION
The Manchester series has a powerful yet simple
Subwoofer pre-set strategy.
Warning: Do not combine MS215, MS218, MS121
subwoofers on the same amplier/DSP circuit.
Cardioid BF
1:1 ratio
1 cabinet facing Front, 1 cabinet facing Back
• Eective cardioid patten
• Good rear rejection
• Some compromise of transience response
• Less ecient use of subwoofers
Cardioid BFF
2:1 ratio
2 cabinets facing Front, 1 cabinet facing Back
• Eective cardioid patten
• Good rear rejection
• Some compromise of transience response
• The best ratio for ecient use
Inverted End Fire
1:1 ratio
Front cabinets using FRONT preset
Rear cabinets using REAR preset. Rear cabinets facing
forward, at the rear in a 2 cell inverted end re array
• Eective cardioid patten
• Good rear rejection
• Excellent transience response
• Ecient use of subwoofers
• More physical depth required (800 mm + 440 mm
+ 800mm)
Traditional
• All cabinets facing Front
• Eectively omni directional
• Excellent transience response
Back
Front
Ground
Back
Front
Front
Ground
Front
Front
Ground
Front
Rear
Rear
440 mm
Rear
Front
Front
Ground
Front
Array Size Compensation (ASC)Overlays
Three ASC overlays are available, and it is recommended that ALL enclosures in the array have ASCselected.
The 6 dB low-frequency shelving characteristic osets LF/MF arraycoupling.
Note: Single MV210-HC do not normally require ASCoverlay.
ASC OVERLAYDESCRIPTION OVERLAY
ASC 2 to 4: 2 to 4cabinets
ASC 5 to 8: 5 to 8cabinets
ASC +8: more than 8cabinets
ASC OVERLAYDESCRIPTION OVERLAY

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DISTANCE EQCOMPENSATION OVERLAY
All speakers are aected by air loss over distance; this set
of overlays is in increments of 3 m, and ensures a balanced
high frequency response over distance. Peaking or Bell
lters are used to keep headroom in the high frequency
band rather than high shelf lters which unnecessarily
use up headroom for frequency which will not travel over
fardistances.
Rules of AirEQ:
DO NOT INSERT MORE THAN 1 FILTER AT THE SAMETIME.
FOR INTERMEDIATE DISTANCES, USE THE CLOSEST
OVERLAYAVAILABLE
AirEQ overlays are availableat: 9 m, 12 m, 15 m, 18 m, 21 m,
24 m, 27 m, 40 m, 50 m, and + 50m
Below are some examples of how the useful frequency and
gain changes overdistance:
AirEQ 12 m
AirEQ 15 m
AirEQ 18 m
AirEQ 21 m
Two elements per amplifier DSP module block
AirEQ12 m – For elements within an array aimed at
12 mdistance
AirEQ15 m – For elements within an array aimed at
15 mdistance
AirEQ18 m – For elements within an array aimed at
18 mdistance
AirEQ21 m – For elements within an array aimed at
21mdistance
EQ STRATEGY: Considerations for consistant frequency response in the soundeld
Flat arrays (minimium inter-element angle between
elements) will have an increase in the mid frequency band
typically between 630 Hz -2kHz
Flat Array
Low Frequencies Mid Frequencies
Boost in Mid Energy
due to physical coupling
Flat Array Frequency Response
High Frequencies
Curved array (inter-element angle used between elements)
will have decrease in the mid frequency band typically
between 630 Hz -2kHz
Curved Array
Low Frequencies Mid Frequencies
Cut in Mid Energy
due to physical de-coupling
Curved Array Frequency Response
High Frequencies
It is recommended that you split the EQ strategy to suit
the mechanical curvature of the array, to gain consistant
frequency response.
Example: Here we have a typical J curved array of 8
MV210-HC elements – as we have 2 MV210-HC elements
per Lake DSP module, it gives 4 discrete ZONEs that can have
small adjustments in the mid band area that is aected
by the mechanical aiming of the array causing coupling
andde-coupling.
Using one of the many industry-standard measurement
software systems, reference microphones and sound-cards,
nd the mid range frequency aected, and adjust each zone
for consistant frequency response between zones / sound
eldarea.
Lake software oers integration to many of these
software systems, further information can be found at
www.labgruppen.com
Curved Array
Curved Array EQ Adjustments

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SUBWOOFER TIMEALIGNMENT ILLUSTRATION OVERLAY
MS121 pre-sets use all-pass lters to set the
initial time alignment (assuming the fronts of
the cabinets are in line) this greatly reduces
systemlatency.
For example: If the fronts of the MV210-HC and
MS121 are aligned, then in both pre-sets, the delay
should be set to the default which is0ms.
However, in the real world it is not always possible
to have your own array and your ground stacked
bass aligned in the verticalplane.
1. In the picture to the right, the MS121 subs are
‘forward’ of the MV210-HC own array. So the
MS121 subs need to be delayed.
1. Subs areforward
2. In the picture to the right, the MV210-HC own
array is now ‘forward’ of the MS121 ground stacked
subs. So the MV210-HC array needs to bedelayed.
So how do you nd the correct delay time to align
the own array to the ground stackedbass?
Some basic knowledge of delay units can get you
an acceptable result by measuring the distance
between the fronts of the own array and the front
of the ground stacked array. Remember within
Lake software you can choose the delay unit;
ms, m, orfeet.
1 ms (milliseconds) = 0.343 m (meters) = 1.125
ft (feet)
Further ne-tuning can be done by using one of the
many industry standard measurement software
systems, reference microphones and sound-cards.
Lake software oers integration to many of these
software systems, and further information can be
found at www.labgruppen.com
2. Flown array isforward
Specications
MV210-HC MS121
System
Frequency response (-3 dB)158 Hz - 20kHz 25 Hz - 95Hz
Frequency response (-10 dB)142 Hz - 20kHz 20 Hz - 200Hz
Nominal dispersion 100 degrees (H) x 20 degrees (V) Omni
Power handling (IEC)
LF: 800 W continuous 2000 W continuous
MHF: 190 W continuous —
Sensitivity LF: 102 dB (1 W @ 1 m) ² 97 dB (1 W @ 1 m)²
MHF: 114.5 dB (1 W @ 1 m) ² —
Maximum SPL 144 dB ³ 142 dB ⁴
Impedance LF: 8Ω 8Ω
MHF: 12Ω —
Crossover type Externalbi-amp —
Components
2 x 10" (250 mm) LFdriver 1 x 21" (530 mm) LFdriver
1 x 1.4" (35 mm) exit, large format
dual compressiondriver —
IP Rating 54 54
UV Rating 4-5 4-5
Enclosure
Connectors 2 x speakON NLT4MPSTX 3 x speakON NLT4MPSTX
Wiring Pins 1+ / 1- LF, pins 2+ / 2-MHF Pins 1+ / 1- LF, pins 2+ / 2- LINK
(Front Pins 2+ / 2- only)
Dimensions H x W x D 295 x 715 x 545 mm
(11.6 x 28.1 x 21.5")
599 x 777 x 800 mm
(23.6 x 30.6 x 31.5")
Net weight 35.5 kg (78.3lbs) 87.4 kg (192.7lbs)
Construction
15 mm (enclosure) and 18 mm
(front) marine birch plywood,
vented and internallybraced
Mix 21 mm and 18 mm marine
birch plywood, vented and
internallybraced
Finish Polyurethane black, with custom
colours onrequest
Polyurethane black, with custom
colours onrequest
Grille Powder coated perforatedsteel Powder coated perforatedsteel
Flying hardware 3 point riggingsystem 4 point riggingsystem
Accessories
Fly Grid MAN210-FG ygrid MAN210-FG ygrid
Vertical Transporter MV210-VT MS121-VT
Notes 1. Average over stated bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre onaxis.
2. SPL level at 1 m under free eld conditions, using pink noise with crest factor 4, with dedicatedpre-set.
3. Average Peak level over overlap bandwidth. Measured at 1 metre on axis with dedicatedpre-set.
4. Peak level at 1 m under half space conditions using pink noise with crest factor 4, with dedicatedpre-set.
Ease Data can be downloaded from www.turbosound.com
Distance (time) is the dierence
to add to the own array for
alignment at the listening point

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unit into a power socket, please make sure you are using
the correct mains voltage for your particular model.
Faulty fuses must be replaced with fuses of the same type
and rating without exception.
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