Line Array - Renkus
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1. shelving filters input level control muting and up to 340 ms of delay Monitoring of each loudspeaker s critical operating pa rameters such as signal clipping amplifier output voltage and current and temperature with automatic alert functions Real time digital audio distribution over standard Ether net networks using proven CobraNet technology to deliver multiple channels of high quality digital audio over a CAT 5 cable IL 10 H Neme IC16 R Connect ocation Model Iconyx 48kHz Control Supervise pat ese PRIORITY OVERRIDE SETTINGS LI Engage Override Attack Time 10 fms Held Time 1500 fms Release Time 10 o ms Threshold i RIA Point Source Array Modules EHE Rear Panel Connections amp Controls VAX101i Connections frn RENKUS HEINZ VAX101 7 Impedance 8 Ohms Power 500 W PGM WHITE BIAMP gt lt 4 BLACK PASSIVE Terminal Strip in parallel with Speakon 1 d INPUT Screw Terminal Strip Looping In amp Out Inputs Neutrik 4 Pin Speakon Connectors VAX101i modules require bi amplification An optional passive crossover network is available Optional Array Module High Frequency Control Not all setups are identical and neither are all rooms That is why the VAX101i series modules can include an optional rear mounted high frequency level control The high frequency level control allows you to adju2. 7 enclosure with five choices of horizontal coverage angles VARIA offers exceptional vertical coverage precision while allowing the horizontal coverage to be shaped as well Rigging Connectors RHANG VA101i Flying Frame for VARIAi Arrays RHANC VA101iH Hardware for VARIAi Horizontal Arrays Use one kit for 2 wide array two kits for 3 4 amp 5 wide VA101i CN MPS X VARIAi Modular Point Source Cabinet Connector Kit for tight pack Supplied with each cabinet VA101i CN M1 VA101i 7 Cabinet Connector Kit for 3 4 5 and 6 intercabinet angles VA101i CN M2 VA101i 7 Cabinet Connector Kit for 0 1 5 and 3 intercabinet angles VA101i CN RPK VARIAi Rear Pick Bar For applications requiring additional pull back WE0004 M10 eyebolts VA101i CN MPS M2 09 1 59 39 VA101i CN M2 M1 39 4 59 69 VA101i CN M1 cro f VA101i CN RPK VARIAi arrays are easy to assemble and require very few parts and associated tools All user hardware are M8 bolts Simple arrays can be assem bled with no extra parts required as each enclosure comes with one set of connectors MPS for 22 s and 15 s SUB connector for VA15S choice of MPS M1 or M2 con nector for 7 s All VARIAi hardware is constructed of 16ga zinc plated 1008 steel which is then powder coated Powder coated Point Source Array Modules ARIA 304 Stainless Steel versions of all hardware are provided with the WR models All versions come in black white or can be cu
3. hardware the splay between the cabinets can be different than what is optimum from an acoustical standpoint The VARIAi approach is based on the use of 3 different shape cabinets each having a vertical coverage pattern that is complementary to the cabinet shape Thus the VA VAX101i 7 has 7 5 sides and 7 5 vertical coverage As a long throw cabinet its normal position is at the top of a multi cabinet array Subwoofers can also be used as a platform for flying the full range modules beneath them Up to 6 full range modules and two subwoofers can easily and safely be flown in this fashion VARIAi also offers a choice of horizontal coverage patterns 90 is standard but 60 is offered for when the audience area is long and narrow and 120 for when a broader pattern is needed VARIAi also recognizes that in many cases a trapezoidal pattern is needed one wider in the front of the room and narrower in the rear and offers waveguides that transition smoothly from 60 to 90 and from 90 to 120 MPS Connector or MP1 or MP2 MPS Connector or MP1 or MP2 This illustrations shows an example of how VARIAi modules can be flown in a vertical array for optimal horizontal coverage MPS Connector or MP1 or MP2 MPS Connector or MP1 or MP2 22 MPS Connector Only Point Source Array Modules ARIA ALA The modular point source nature of VARIAi lends itself to building custom coverage patterns to match room geometries In this f
4. NG VA101iH RHANG VA101i gt VA101i CN MPS VA101i CN RPK M8 SCREW 1 of 12 Per Enclosure 1 4 SHACKLE PICK POINT Warning The actual rigging of loudspeakers suspended from a truss or from a ceiling is a serious undertaking that is beyond the scope of this document It should be done only by qualified and experienced professionals using only load rated hardware We strongly recommend that you have your design reviewed and approved by a licensed structural engineer who can also verify the suitability of the building attachment points Renkus Heinz is not responsible for any non Renkus Heinz products or for any misuse of Renkus Heinz products REAR PICK BAR CONNECTION iA RIA Point Source Array Modules TN Ground Stacked Multiple full range array modules can be stacked on the ground or floor using one or more of the matching subwoofers as a base The array modules and the subwoofers are joined together using MPS M1 or M2 connectors Ground stacks of this type can handle up to 3 array modules and two subwoofers Note 15 and 22 modules only connect with the MPS CONNECTOR Vertical Line Arrays Most vertical line arrays are not assembled in a straight line as their name implies Instead they are constructed in either a curved or a J shape or a combination of both shapes to obtain the proper sound coverage Since the shape of the array is typically determined by the flying
5. Th RENKUS HEINZ ARIA MODULAR INSTALLATION ARRAYS VA101i 7 amp VAX101i 7 VA101i 15 amp VAX101i 15 VA101i 22 amp VAX101i 22 VA101i 22 75A amp VAX101i 22 75A VA15Si amp VAX15Si Subwoofer Users Manual VA RIA Point Source Array Modules TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction To VARIAi The VARIAi Hardware Ground Stacked Vertical Line Arrays Horizontal Arrays Software Rear Panel Connections amp Controls DSP Settings Model Number amp Horizontal Coverage Cross Reference IK joco I Ico a dle Introduction To VARIAi The VARIAi loudspeaker family includes 3 full range array modules and a 15 inch subwoofer All have been designed to offer the ultimate in versatility and performance The VA VAX101i 7 long throw module features a closely controlled 7 5 degree vertical dispersion ideal for long throw applications It is most commonly used at the top of high power vertical arrays The VA VAX101i 15 with 15 degrees of vertical coverage is a medium throw module and is most often used in the center of vertical arrays or in stand alone systems The VAX101i 22 has 22 5 degrees of vertical coverage and is the most versatile of the array modules In vertical arrays it is used at the bottom of the array to provide near field coverage Stood upright and mated with other modules it becomes a compact but powerful horizontal array All 3 models offer a wide range of horizontal coverage
6. ansitional IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Make sure the power cord remains readily accessible at all times 12 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
7. apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Graphic Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead The exclamation point within an symbol within an equilateral equilateral triangle is intended to triangle is intended to alert the alert the users to the presence of user to the presence of uninsulated important operating and mainte Dangerous Voltage within the nance servicing instructions in product s enclosure that may be of the literature accompanying the sufficient magnitude to constitute a product risk of electric shock to humans WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO MODULAR INSTALLATION ARRAYS Th RENKUS HEINZ Renkus Heinz Inc 19201 Cook Street Foothill Ranch CA 92610 3501 USA Tel 949 588 9997 Fax 949 588 9514 sales renkus heinz com www renkus heinz com RH 804 RevA Oct 2014
8. ashion simple arrays such as the one shown below are straightforward The MPS connector is the only connector needed and are provided with each loudspeaker Each connector includes four 1 4 shackle pic points that can used to directly connect suspension hardware to the array This SHACKLE mode has some limitations 1 No more than 5 enclosures 2 Subwoofers are not included in the array 3 No more than 150lbs loaded on any one shackle point 4 Connectors can only accept pull forces in plane with the steel No rotations or outward bridles NOTE The RHANG frame does not have these limitations For larger arrays and where rigging requirements include bridles or odd angles the RHANG frame is required When utilized properly arrays of up to 2000lbs can be assembled with both the standard and WR versions RHANG The RHANG frame connects directly to any of the VARIAi enclosures in the same manner all other connectors M8 bolts Once connected rigging hard ware can be used to connect to any of the eight 15 16 holes in the frame Us ing four pic points the frame is rated to safely suspend arrays of up to 24 enclosures REAR PICK BAR In addition to the RHANG frame for pull back conditions that require bridles or larger rigging hardware than 1 4 shackles the REAR PICK bar is used and simply bolts into the center hole on each connector The REAR PICK bar connects with M8 x 25mm bolts provided VA RIA Point Source Array Mo
9. dules EHE Horizontal Arrays The complementary cabinet angles and tightly controlled dispersion that allow the sonic outputs of VARIAi array modules to be smoothly mixed to obtain the desired coverage perform just as well in horizontal arrays as they do in vertical line arrays Joining two VA101i 22 22 5 modules together in a horizontal array or cluster produces a seamless 45 horizontal pattern use three 22 5 modules for 67 5 of horizontal coverage and 4 for 90 Or use 6 VA101i 22 modules for 135 of horizontal coverage To assemble a horizontal array stand the cabinets on end and connect them together using MPS connectors The RHANG VA101iH is used to provide easy rigging points on top of a horizontal array in any position These come in sets of 2 along with the M8 x 45mm HEX bolts needed for in stallation and are added to the array in addition to the MPS connectors The MPS connectors are installed as normal with the exception of the bolts Install the RHANG VA101iH on the outside of the enclosures using the provided bolts that will hold it and MPS connector in place Note that the RHANG VA101iH hardware accommodates only the 22 5 degree VA VAX101i 22 You should not attempt to use it with the other VARIAi modules For horizontal clusters If severe down angles are required it is recommended to add the REAR PIC BARS as needed to provide this connection The RHANG VA101iH is used in pairs and can be placed where needed in the a
10. is being used with a VAX15S subwoofer the VAX101 22 should be delayed 2 7 ms VAX15Si AMP GAIN 0 dB OUTPUT DELAY NONE POLARITY NORMAL CROSSOVER CENTER FREQUENCY 40 Hz HP 80 Hz LP TYPE BUTTERWORTH BUTTERWORTH SLOPE 24 dB Oct 18 dB Oct ARIA ALA Point Source Array Modules Model Number amp Horizontal Coverage Cross Reference VA101i 7 Series VA101i 7 6 R 60 H VA101i 7 9 R 90 H VA101i 7 12 R 120 H VA101i 7 69 R 60 to 90 H Transitional VA101i 7 912 R 90 to 120 H Transitional VA101i 15 Series VA101i 15 6 R 60 H VA101i 15 9 R 90 H VA101i 15 12 R 120 H VA101i 15 69 R 60 to 90 H Transitional VA101i 15 912 R 90 to 120 H Transitional VA101i 22 Series VA101i 22 6 R 60 H VA101i 22 9 R 90 H VA101i 22 12 R 120 H VA101i 22 69 R 60 to 90 H Transitional VA101i 22 912 R 90 to 120 H Transitional VAX101i 7 Series VAX101i 7 6 60 H VAX101i 7 9 90 H VAX101i 7 12 120 H VAX101i 7 69 60 to 90 H Transitional VAX101i 7 912 90 to 120 H Transitional VAX101i 15 Series VAX101i 15 6 60 H VAX101i 15 9 90 H VAX101i 15 12 120 H VAX101i 15 69 60 to 90 HI Transitional VAX101i 15 912 90 to 120 H Transitional VAX101i 22 Series VAX101i 22 6 60 H VAX101i 22 9 90 H VAX101i 22 12 120 H VAX101i 22 69 60 to 90 HI Transitional VAX101i 22 912 90 to 120 H Tr
11. ith external amplification The VARIAi approach is based on the use of 3 different shape cabi nets each having a vertical coverage pattern that is complementary to the cabinet shape Thus the VA VAX101i 7 has 7 5 sides and 7 5 vertical coverage The 15 modules have 15 sides with 15 coverage and the 22 modules have 22 5 sides with 22 5 coverage The closely controlled vertical coverage allows the output of modules in tight packed vertical arrays to sum coherently thus three 15 modules provide 45 of vertical coverage just as two 22 5 modules provide 45 of vertical coverage Ultimate Control DIG HO Horizontal Control VA RIA Point Source Array Modules EHE The VARIAi Hardware The array modules include an internal steel rigging infrastructure designed for safe easy and clean looking installations in venues of any size or complexity Note Add 4 lbs to each enclosure for the rigging connectors 6 Ibs for the SUB Connector Enclosure Types 7 enclosure 73 Ibs 15 enclosure 72 Ibs 22 enclosure 63 Ibs 15S subwoofer 120 lbs Depending on the room requirement VARIA can be formed into two distinct types of arrays The first is a line array This can be spiral J straight arc etc The second type of array is what we call Modular Point Source MPS This is distinctly different from a line array and allows one to literally build a custom loudspeaker to match the room Using combinations of the VA101i
12. options A 90 waveguide is standard but 60 and 120 are also available along with revolutionary 60 to 90 and 120 to 90 transitional waveguides The transitional waveguides produce a trapezoidal coverage pattern ideally suited for many square and rectangular rooms and often eliminate the need for additional side or down fill loudspeakers Adaptive Directivity 3 Cabinet Angles for Vertical Control LS 229 5 Waveguide Options for Horizontal Control 60 90 e 120 Standard Waveguides 60 to 90 e 90 to 120 Transitional Waveguides 3 System Configurations Vertical Modular Point Source Array Horizontal Modular Point Source Array Modular Line Array System Vertical Control Point Source Array Modules VARIA ALA The VA VAX15Si is a powerful 15 inch subwoofer that doubles as a base for floor standing systems or as a suspension platform for flown vertical arrays VA VAX15Si 15 subwoofers can be flown alongside be hind or at the top of the array depending on the requirements Universal hardware allows for cardioid arrays to be assembled as and when the need arises Simply flip one or more subs within the array and adjust the onboard DSP to provide a highly directional low frequency array VARIAi loudspeakers may be self powered with a powerful built in bi amplifier equipped with RHAON digital signal processing control and supervision or they may be passive including a passive crossover for use w
13. r more detailed information please refer to the Renkus Heinz RHAON User s Manual VAX15Si subwoofers are shipped wired for fully passive operation using the internal crossover The crossover can be bypassed by removing the connector plate from the cabinet and changing several internal connections For detailed instructions please refer to the Renkus Heinz Loudspeaker User s Manual form RH508 ARIA Point Source Array Modules Aaa DSP Settings VAX101i 7 amp VAX15Si DSP Settings Suggested DSP settings for VAX101i 7 line array modules and their companion VAX15Si subwoofer combinations appear below Note that these would not apply to self powered VA101i 7 modules with their built in DSP WIRED AS BI AMP d LF HF 0 dB 0 530ms NORMAL nn GOHzHP 16kHzlP NONE LINKWITZ RILEY LINKWITZ RILEY 24 db Oct 125 Hz 4 0 dB 570 Hz 0 4 3 0 dB 1 kHz 0 4 4 0 dB NONE NONE NONE NOTES 1 The EQ settings shown are for a single array module and may need fine tuning in multi cabinet arrays 2 When the VAX101I 7 is being used with a VAX15Si subwoofer the VAX101i 7 should be delayed 2 7 ms VAX15Si AMP GAIN 0 dB OUTPUT DELAY 40 Hz HP BUTTERWORTH 18 dB Oct ARIA ALA Point Source Array Modules VAX101i 15 amp VAX15Si DSP Settings Suggested DSP settings for VAX101i 15 line array modules and their companion VAX15Si subwoofer combinations appear below Note that these would not apply to
14. rray Software EASE and EASE Focus II Simulation Software achieve the desired results in the simulation It is a lot easier and faster than doing it by the cut and try method in the field Point Source Array Modules VARIA ALA Simply define the audience areas position the loudspeaker or array add or remove cabinets and adjust its height location and aiming angle until you F New EASE Focus Project EASE Focus Version 1 55 Renkus Heinz CF p Varia101 GLL data in EASE and EASE Focus ll simulation software tools allows you and system designers to quickly and accurately predict the performance of individual Varia loudspeakers and of Varia arrays in various settings Eile Edit View Help System Setup q x Mapping Properties Setup Down Flown v SPLMepping Frequency Bandwidth Weighting ev M Show J1000Hz v 20caves Ast Program Max SF Position m x 1 50 RHAON All self powered VARIAi loudspeakers are equipped with RHAON the first practical system to combine individual loudspeaker con trol and supervision of self powered loudspeaker systems with digital audio distribution RHAON puts you in total control of A powerful DSP inside each VARIAi loudspeaker that in cludes eight bands of parametric EQ high and low frequency
15. self powered VA101i 15 modules with their built in DSP VAX101i 15 WIRED AS BI AMP LF HF TE 11 dB 0 530ms NONE NORMAL NORMAL 60 Hz HP 1 7 kHz LP 1 7 kHz HP LINKWITZ RILEY LINKWITZ RILEY 24 dB Oct 125 Hz 24 dB Oct 1 7 kHz 3 dB 4 0 dB 520 Ha 1 5 d 2 0 di cae 18 3 0 dB 2 2 kHz 250 3 dB 3 2 kHz 3 0 dB 13 kHz 9 dB NOTES 1 The EQ settings shown are for a single array module and may need fine tuning in multi cabinet arrays 2 When the VAX1011 15 is being used with a VAX15Si subwoofer the VAX101i 15 should be delayed 2 7 ms VAX15Si AMIP GAIN 0 dB OUTPUT DELAY NONE POLARITY NORMAL 40 Hz HP BUTTERWORTH SLOPE 24 dB Oct ARIA Point Source Array Modules EHE VAX101 22 amp VAX15S DSP Settings Suggested DSP settings for VAX101 22 line array modules and their companion VAX15S subwoofer combinations appear below and on the next page Note that these would not apply to self powered VA101 22 modules with their built in DSP VAX101 22 WIRED AS BI AMP LF HF odo 75 dB 530m NONE NORMAL NORMAL 17k LP CINKWITZ RILEY 24 dB Oct 125 Ha 4 0 dB 520 He 15 dB LIH d 20 dB 1 6 kHz HP LINKWITZ RILEY 24 dB Oct 1 7 kHz 4 dB 2 6 kHz 4 dB 4 7 kHz U1 1 5 dB 13 kHz 9 dB NOTES 1 The EQ settings shown are for a single array module and may need fine tuning in multi cabinet arrays 2 When the VAX101 22
16. st the high frequency output of each array module to compensate for 1 the increased loss of high frequency energy from air loss over distance 2 the increased coupling between array modules at low frequencies 3 different room sizes and acoustics They allow you to maintain the proper High Mid Low frequency balance throughout the listening area As a general rule use Flat when working with a single cabinet plus 6 when using 2 cabinets in a small array and plus 9 in arrays having 3 or more cabinets HIGH FREQUENCY LEVEL 5 Optional High Frequency Level Control o ARIA ALA Point Source Array Modules RHAON Empowered VARIAi Array Module Connections Power LED Thermal LED Primary Analog Input XLR female Looping Analog Output XLR male Q RENKUS HEINZ Foothill Ranch C ia Secondary Analog input amp Looping Output No PF2 500R Signal amp Overdrive ay LED Status Indicators RHA Input Pad amp LED Indicator Fault Detect Push Button Volume Controls Fault Relay Mute Buttons AC Power Primary amp Secondary On Off Switch n witc Ethernet CobraNet Inputs RJ 45 female AC Line Voltage AC Line Fuse IEC Power Selector Connector The input panel shown is for the PF2 500R digital bi amplifier used in the VA101i 7 52R The PF1 500R single channel amplifier used with the VA VAX15Si subwoofer input panel is identical except for having only 1 mute switch and status LED Fo
17. stom colored The hole patterns on each connector serve different purposes Each MPS connector has six holes that are used strictly to connect enclosures together The M1 and M2 multi angle connectors have 18 holes 3 sets of six that provide three different angle connections between 7 enclosures The diagrams below illustrate the design purpose of the remaining five holes Four holes are used for direct connection to 1 4 shackles and suspen sion means for small arrays The center rear hole is used to connect the REAR PICK BAR described later All VARIAi modules utilize the same basic internal structure which includes encapsulated steel plates within each side wall in a sandwich scheme The inside steel plate includes captive locking PEM nuts that accept the M8 stainless steel screws provided Each module includes 12 of these screw positions and this provides a framework for easy and safe arrays Once configured the array side walls become a steel superstructure Modules are connected to each other with connecting plates The most common is the MPS CONNECTOR which creates a tight pack con nection from module to module and is the typical connection used in Modular Point Source arrays The drawing to the right demonstrates this connection and reveals for purposes of explanation the MPS CONNECTOR which is normally hidden Note 15 and 22 modules only connect with the MPS CONNECTOR RHANG VA101i RHA
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