Achat 208 HL / 208 HR passive mid
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1. Achat 208 HL 208 HR passive mid range speaker Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans Thomann Stra e 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 28 08 2015 ID 283313 Table of contents SB WN Table of contents Generalinotes 4 Safety Notes 7 arp D e 10 Distal Ath OI t 11 4 1 Tips on handling sSpeakers 14 4 2 Hanging the speaker box cseesssssccssessssecssessssecssseessecssseesssecsssecsuccessecssseesaecsseecescessneceaeeesneeesseees 15 4 3 Connections 44 SetuP fe Technical data iiiiiiiiieiiipiii ederet esten 23 Plug and connection assignment esses tentent netten tno tton ttsnttsots 24 Protecting the EnvironMent 0 ccccsscssscssssccssecssecssscessessccescessccescceseecssceesseessesctseesseecsneesseeesses 25 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes 1 General notes This user manual contains important information on safe operation ofthe 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 to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make cha2. range from low bass frequencies to the crossover frequency is recommended Due to the achievable level of the Achat 208 at least a double 18 woofer should be used for each Achat 208 The Achat stack board is recommended as an adapter plate that can be put on all woofers of the Achat series from Achat 115 SUB onwards and engages there In double or quad block configurations two Achat 208 each are set on top of one another To this end they are fixed together with the optionally available link bars 18 Installation Single setup at both sides of the stage th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 19 Installation Single setup at both sides and in the centre of the stage When you spread the two centre loudspeakers by approximately 10 cm you will get a more even acoustic diffusion about 100 horizontally When the box walls of the the two centre loudspeakers are located directly to one another maximum coupling with a high concentration of the medium frequencies is achieved th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 20 Installation Double block at both sides of the stage themann 21 Installation Quad block at both sides ofthe The highest range is achieved with this setup stage th mann 22 5 Technical data System Configuration Power handling Impedance Maximum SPL Frequency range Dispersion V x H Dimensions W x H x D Weight High per
3. x 1 4 high frequency driver 2 x NL4 connections 1 1 Flying tracks on top and bottom Black textured coating M10 thread for speaker tripod mounting flange Handles Link Bar for coupling two Achat 208 H speakers option Adapter plate for stacking on top of Achat 115SUB Achat 118 TP 118 800 and TP 218 1600 option th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 10 Installation 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 11 Installation WARNING Hearing damage These devices can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or perma nent hearing impairment in a short period of time Set up the devices so that no persons can stay in their immediate vicinity The devices must not be used as stage monitors CAUTION R
4. duct 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 25 Notes themann 26 Musikhaus Thomann Hans Thomann Stra e 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany www thomann de
5. formance mid range speaker system left horn 208 HL 2 x 8 mid frequency transducers 1 4 high frequency driver 400 W RMS 1600 W peak 16 O for single setup 80 double block 40 quad block 136 dB for single setup 142 dB quad block 150 Hz 20 kHz 3 dB 60 x 40 mid range transducers 435 mm x 670 mm x 475 mm 36 kg Achat 208 HL 208 HR 23 Plug and connection assignment 6 Plugand connection assignment Introduction 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 amp 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 NL4 mounting connectors th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 24 Protecting the environment 7 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate rial 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 Disposal of your old device This pro
6. isk 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 12 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 NOTICE Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 13 Installation 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 For optimum results both impedance and power handling of the speakers must match the requirements of the amplifier Always follow the technical specifications of the speakers The overall impedance of the connected loudspeakers must not deceed the minimum output impedance of the amp The amps max RMS output power should be 50 above the power handling ca
7. l 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety notes WARNING Hearing damage These devices can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or perma nent hearing impairment in a short period of time Set up the devices so that no persons can stay in their immediate vicinity The devices must not be used as stage monitors 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Safety notes 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION Features 3 Features Special features of this device 2 x horn loaded 8 mid frequency transducers and 1
8. nges without notice th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Symbols and signal words This section provides an overview ofthe symbols and signal words used in this user manual 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 th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION General notes Warning suspended load N Warning danger zone th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 2 Safety notes Intended use Safety Safety notes 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 sensoria
9. pacity of the connected speakers If you notice distortion during operation either the amp or the speaker is overloaded This may permanently damage the amp or the speaker Always reduce the volume when you hear dis tortion th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 14 Installation 4 2 Hanging the speaker box To hang the speaker box on special mounting devices aka flying both sides of the box offer built in Aeroquip or fly tracks In these tracks safety eyelets double studs can be screwed or latched Check the secure connection of the safety eyelets with the box carefully before you use it in flying mode th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION 15 Installation 4 3 Connections V Ethe 9 D L8boxa achat 208 themann 16 Installation th mann 17 Installation 4 4 Setup options th mann MUSIC IS OUR PASSION The Achat 208 HL left hand version and the Achat 208 HR right hand version are always operated in pairs The side where the horn is located is marked with a grooved line and with AIM When viewed from the front the grooved line shows the vertical orientation of the horn 8 downwards This allows you to see where the main radiation axis hits the ground and you can determine the range of the box via the height in which it is operated In single and double block setups the lines always point to the stage centre In all applications the use of additional woofers covering the
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