Adamson M15 User Manual - Adamson Systems Engineering
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1. J5 Attach the Protractor Disc to the Multi Purpose Platewith attached lever pins X2 Attach the Multi Purpose Plates to the M15 as on p 11 2 4 Slide the U bar into the Protractor Disc and insert the quick release push pins on both Attach C Clamp to the U bar If rigging as Dual Axis continue through steps 7 12 Screw the U Disc on to the Place the Spacer Disc on top of the U Disc the Spacer Disc is usually permanently attached 9 11 Place the L Disc on the U Disc insert the Machine Bolt and fasten it from underneath Then attach the leaver screws on the top side Dual Axis M15 User Manual Page 20 of 24 user e Section 6 6 Rigging with the MASS System Dual Axis Rigging of a pair of M15 s Additional parts 2 Twin Plates Top A Bottom B 12 Set Screws 6 x top 6 x bottom 1 The Top and Bottom Twin Plates A and B are installed on top of the multipurpose plates at respective ends of the cabinets with six set screws per side 2 The Dual Protractor Disc C is attached to the Twin Plate in exactly the same way as to the Multi Purpose Plate but part C is only used for dual cabinet rigging Plate B with the fastening toggles attached is installed on the bottom of the array when in an upright position Plate A is attached to the top of the array 3 In the picture left part C Is already attached to the bottom Twin plate B Three2. s I i 1 r te 4 i i i a j a A a as E pem ui ge x T d u 4 3 i i E J e y A i sm L hk i a 1 j i Y E E m a i hs us Bir u i I s EG d 1 a ee e pr PITE pao in a a oh Be rhe gr A rk pi ir inn a n rcp RICE RET LE FE A S ICE i f i re E xus da du pi x e a dp pi treit F bl EG pax rk pi A Cm j T A E ee a Systems rh EEPE i iii yr prt ien el Li Contents section 1 Introduction p 4 section 2 The essential multi purpose box p 5 ND 15 p 5 Cabinet Symmetry p 5 section 3 Active Passive operation p section 4 Processing and Presets p section 5 Technical Specifications p 8 section 6 MASS rigging p 9 21 6 1 Warning 6 2 Multi Purpose Plate 6 3 Pole Mont Rigging 6 4 C Clamp Rigging 6 5 Flytrack Rigging 6 6 Single and Dual Axis Rigging section 7 Custom Flightcase p 22 AWARNING It is compulsory to read this user manual before operating M15 s Supervision and competency are the responsibility of the system owners and operators Owners and operators are responsible for inspecting the rigging and ensuring that it has not been damaged in transport from misuse or wear and tear M15 loudspeakers are easily capable of generating high sound pressure levels that can cause permanent hearing damage and should be operated by personnel with experince in professional audio M
3. 3j v 1 Yellow e T o Yellow G ik Z oco o amp 1 Bue G amp lt x n M15 Passive M15 Active M15 User Manual Page 6 of 24 q user Mis Adamson recommendis processing signals with the Adamson M Series digital processor but factory presets are available for approved digital signal processors and are available through either the official Adamson website link be low or by request section 4 0 Processing and presets www adamsonproaudio com technical support presets index htm M series Processor Presets are determined through polar measurements and spacial averages to optimize equalization crossover points and time alignment M15 Preset librairies for XTA s processors can be obtained from the Adamson website by request from your local Adamson distributor or the Adamson Head office and are applied using audio core software Adamson s X Link software controls the M Series Digital Below is a reference chart of XTA DP224 V 11 presets Processor For up to date presets check the above website link risa Proeramixilicaud Ss PASS VR da It ok tare on zMIS DBES4 WII Prisci 58 14 on 5 Jui 3008 F LE iD Pericos 3 0977245 Acta Format DPI We Croata pu ingat a BY bh tr ADAMSON XC CN M15 User Manual Page 7 of 24 user J5 Section 5 0 Technical Specifications Oimerdam amp Weight Height crn Width crm Depth em Weigh kg Hom Conficgurtion Ful Range density 2 83 1rn
4. M15 s through four NL 4 Speakon connectors Using one of the four connectors for the speaker input allows a second connector to function as a feed to jump additional cabinets 1 Remove the backplate to access the dipswitches Choose active or passive mode and replace the cover with the indicator facing the appropriate direction ACCESS Dowil ACCESS COVER mires ACCESS CONEA E M pa In active mode the Lap gruppen In passive mode Pins 1 1 of all four 1 exposed dipswitches Ensure fP3400powers up to two cabinets Pins NL4 connectors feeds the full range signalthat both switches are set to either 1 1 of the four connectors carry the to the High and Low frequency drivers active or passive mode at any LF signal and pins 2 2 of the four through their own passive crossover units one time connectors carry the HF signal The pin configuration is automatically changed when Bi amped active mode is selected E 2 S 2 Red Q j 2 Black Q L J i Yellow 2 lt l Bl R Z 2 Red O lt 2 Block Oo p 0O m a 3 Yellow 02 0000000000 amp o Bue O HF gt o HF O 5 J 2 Red O gt T 2 Red E e paj wo Fuer j 8 Black BA 2 KI E m 2 Black Q LE
5. Set Screws are fastened on each sidelof the Twin Plates Both Top ana Bottem The Twin Plates screw into designated holes on the Multi Puroose Plates to ensure secure rigging 3 Slide the U bar into the Protractor Discs on both sides and fasten with the attached Lever Screws 4 Inspect attachments to be certain they are secure M15 User Manual Page 21 of 24 user e Accessories Custom Flight Case Section 7 0 The M 15 comes with an optional heavy duty flight case The cases are constructed from PVC laminated plywood and include zinc plated recessed catches and handles All cabinets are fastened by aluminum extrusions and sit on six swivel castors two of which have brakes to prevent the case from moving The M 15 s flight case is designed to hold two enclosures which are loaded and unloaded horizontally The case interior is lined with protective heavy duty foam The NLA connectors are exposed through an access port on top of the flight case so when it is open the M 15 s can easily be tested without having to remove them from the case M15 User Manual Page 22 of 24 Adamson Systems Engineering 1401 Scugog Line 5 Part Perry Ontario Canada L9L 1B2 T 905 982 0520 F 905 982 0609 ws adamsongroaudia com sadbesimariamsonprpaudjo com
6. 15 User Manual Page 3 of 24 user Ms Section 1 0 Introduction This manual is intended to demonstrate and helo M15 owners with the operation of the M15 and its optional MASS Multi Angle Suspension System rigging system M15 User Manual Page 4 of 24 user Mio e The Essential Multi Purpose Box The MI5 is a multi purpose high output enclosure that can be used as a stage monitor FOH system center enclosure or as a fill device Section 2 0 The MI5 s symmetrical cabinet design facilitates mirror imaging when used as a stage monitor by maintaining the same projection angle The indescreet simplified Adamson logo indicates the low LF driver end When placed side to side with the logos facing the low frequencies will couple When placed on the opposite side the horns will couple The M15 employs a switch which allows bi amped or passive operation It uses internal crossover circuitry when in passive mode which is automatically by passed when in active mode The cabinet is loaded with a single ND 15L a 15 inch LF driver which incorporates a lightweight long excursion neodymium magnet enhancing output delivering superior powerhandling and providing consistently stable low end frequency response The ND 15 s basket utilizes an enlarged heat sync and thermal fins which draw heat away from the coil lowering its operating temperature and improving thermal compression Constructed from Baltic birch it is designed to acce
7. LF Section Power Hondiing AES 50H7 800H7 Mamina Impedance Jerelmily 2 83 1m 18 375 46 7 28 5 72 4 12 125 25 4 56 los 25 kr SyrnirTieiniced peri Black Acic Boke Anish MASS Sytem 14 cake cold ied sel YE Bolte Hch Abergiass Acoustic Wovecguide Active Pris Neuink Specken NEA 60 Hz 18kHz 122 5 dn 131 5 adl 131 3 cH OU x or Acimwe Posse 104 4 A 60Hz 18kHz AD 15 15 Kear Neodyrnium DOW 2000 peak 6 OMS 102 708 60H BOCUHIE M15 User Manual Page 8 of 24 user Mio e Rigging with the MASS System Section 6 0 The MI5 optional accessories include the MASS Multi Angle Suspension System which features several different methods of flying the cabinet The M15 is designed to accept a multi purpose rigging plate which is the base for the following rigging methods covered in the manual MASS is designed for a single or a pair of M15 s MASS is perfect for installation or touring applications and is MASS available upon request rigging configurations M15 User Manual Page 9 of 24 user J5 Section 6 1 Rigging with the MASS System AWARNING When mounting the M15 with MASS ensure the boxes are securely fastened and mounted properly Susoended speakers should always be reinforced with steel safety cable and inspected by an experienced crew member When pole mounted verify the stand is placed on a level surface the t
8. gging with the MASS System Section 6 5 1 Secure the MASS flytracks into position with provided machine screws 3 8 16th 2 Attach the rigging plate as on page ll 3 Attach suspension hardware i if a more pronounced angle is ET required m uou nm dil a ae Flytrack option is adjustable to 5 different placements for varied degreed angles 9 5 5 O 45 5 9 degrees M15 User Manual Page 17 of 24 user Ms e Section 6 6 Rigging with the MASS System Single Axis Option 4 Dual Axis single Axis E D Rigging _ Parts needed 2 Multi Purpose Plates A 2 Protractor Discs B 1 U bar C 1 C Clamp D Option 5 Dual Axis Rigging 2 Multi Purpose Plates A 2 Protractor Discs B 1 Swing Assembly E 1 L bar F 1 C Clamp D The M 15 is an Arrayable Cabinet capable of suspension applications in pairs M15 User Manual Page 18 of 24 user Ms e Rigging with the MASS System Section 6 6 Detailed parts list U bar L bar U Disc Spacer Disc L Disc Lever Screws Multi Purpose plate Profractor Disc ONDARON Note that parts 4 6 top photo as well as parts 6 amp 8 bottom photo come already assembled Additional tools you will need is a Philips Head Screwdriver M15 User Manual Page 19 of 24 user Single Axis Section 6 6 Rigging with the MASS System
9. legs are fully extended and reinforced as required 1 Screw the polemounting piece horinzontally to the multipurpose plate 1 4 20 machine screw 1 2 long 2 Fasten the plate to the M15 as on page 11 M15 User Manual Page 13 of 24 Section 6 4 Rigging with the MASS System Option 2 C Clamp Rigging Parts needed 1 Multi purpose plate 1 C clamp M15 User Manual Page 14 of 24 user manual e Rigging with the MASS System Section 6 4 1 Screw the C Clamp into the Multi purpose rigging plate 2 Fasten securely with a nut 3 Slide the Multi Purpose plate to place as on page 11 4 Be sure the bolt head s height is not greater than the 1 4 countersink allows to avoid cosmetic damage to the box M15 User Manual Page 15 of 24 Se Dex eC RM dw E user Mis e Section 6 5 Rigging with the MASS System e atar ececee Je cer b Pa a El lino i 3 OC in m 1 n oa a LM p E aoe ic E Y i o s ES ir a a E a n SM Pt En J rm E is n J 3 qu A T ay r ad i gp rij P er utt Li 7m 1 t E T i Li im S3 Y P ud Pi fr Aus E Wu UA d 5 f Y E n E pe J Fab r o d e gt s a a Poy T Option 3 Fly Track Rigging Parts Needed 1 Multi pupose plate 2 Flytrack rigging pieces 2 Suspension Hardware not included M15 User Manual Page 16 of 24 user Ms o Ri
10. pt a multi purpose rigging plate that allows several different methods of flying the cabinet see Rigging section The ND 15 is the only driver with zero axial modes in it s entire passband 60 800 hz This substantially increases the linearized mid band response Compared to traditional paper cones the multilayer Kevlar cone along with advanced cone architecture offers superior performance zero fatigue and eliminates cone modes in the passband M15 User Manual Page 5 of 24 user J5 Section 3 0 e Active Passive Operation In full range mode with presets the frequency response of the M15 is 60hz 18khz with a 3db variation factor The crossover point between low and high frequency components is 800hz Always use presets when operating the M 15 whether in active or passive mode Adamson recommends powering the M15 with a Lab gruppen fP3400 stereo amplifier producing 1 100w per channel 8ohms and providing AC VHF thermal DC and clip limiting protection In passive mode up to two cabinets can be linked on one channel In passive mode all signals are routed to one channel of the fP3400 To select active mode switch the protected toggles on the rear of the cabinet With the bi amped setting you enable up to two cabinets to be powered by two channels of a single fP3400 In a 2 way active configuration the LF and HF signals are routed sepearately to the amplifier channels It can also be paralleled to other
11. ripod legs are fully extended and do not present a trip hazard in adverse outdoor conditions it may be necessary to support the base of the stand with additional weight Itis good practice to regularly inspect any cabinets housings for signs of wear and load bearing bolts in mounting devices MASS is intended for use with the M15 only M15 User Manual Page 10 of 24 Section 6 2 Rigging with the MASS System For placing the Multi Purpose plate in place for all MASS rigging methods 1 Take the multi purpose plate 2 Allign with the top of the box and fit the locking hub into place 3 Pull the retaining pin up and slide tin M15 User Manual Page 11 of 24 user o Rigging with the MASS System Section 6 3 Option Pole Mount Rigging Parts needed 1 Multi Purpose plate 1 Polemounting attachment Part not included Can be ordered from Koenig amp Meyer part number 195 8 Mounting Adapter M15 User Manual Page 12 of 24 user Ms J Section 6 3 Rigging with the MASS system In the event that you have the flytrack installed onto the multipurpose plate and do nof want to uninstall it you can screw the pole mounting piece vertically This will cover a part of the protractor and therefore we suggest using a horizontal pole mount placement whenever possible Note In this position the cabinet is nof gravity centered therefore ensure the tripod
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