SW215FA - Axiom Pro Audio
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1. 8 AX2065P flybar from 0 to 10 e 12 AX2065A flybar from 0 to 10 e 2 SW215FA 4 AX2065A 4 AX2065P flybar at 0 e 2 SW215FA 8 AX2065A flybar at 0 e 6 SW215FA flybar from 0 to 5 Follow the sequence in the figure Sih eee KPTSW215 FLY BAR ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE Usually this is the first step before lifting up the system Be careful to insert properly all the locking pins 1 2 and 3 4 then the shackle 5 in the right holes as specified by the aiming software When lifting the system always proceed gradually step by step paying attention to secure the fly bar to the box and the box to the other boxes before pulling up the system this makes easier to insert properly the locking pins Also when the system is released down unlock gradually the pins During the lifting be very careful to not let the cables enter the space between one enclosure and the other as their compression could cut them Please note that the Rear Link Bar of the SW215FA cabinet has two holes see figure The hole signed as nr 1 must be used for SW215FA SW215FA sub sub link The hole signed as nr 2 must be used for SW215FA AX2065 sub sat link Wind loads When planning an open air event it is essential to obtain current weather and wind information When loudspeaker arrays are flown in an open air environment possible wind effects must be taken into account Wind load produces additional dynamic forces acting on the2. in the network cannot exist two devices with the same ID An ID number is assigned automatically to each devices when they are turned on for the first time connected to a network In order to correctly assign a new available ID to each device for working properly in a Pronet network follow these instructions 1 Switch off all the devices 2 Connect them correctly to the network cables 3 TERMINATE the latest device in the network connection 4 Switch on the first device keep pressed PRESET button on the control panel 5 Leaving the previous device switched on repeat the previous operation on the next device until the latest device is turned on The Assign ID procedure for a device makes the internal network controller to perform two operations reset the current ID search the first free ID in the network starting from ID 1 If no other devices are connected and powered on the controller assume ID 1 that is the first free ID otherwise it searches the next one left free These operations ensure that every device has it s own unique ID if you need to add a new device to the network you simply repeat the operation of step 4 Every device maintains its ID also when it is turned off because the identifier is stored in the internal memory and it is cleared only by another Assign ID step as explained above This means that if your network is made always of the same devices the assigning ID procedure must be execut
3. rigging components and the suspension which may lead to a dangerous situation If according to the forecast wind forces higher than 5 bft 29 38 Km h are possible the following actions have to be taken The actual on site wind speed has to be monitored permanently Be aware that wind speed typically increases with height above ground Suspension and securing points of the array should be designed to none rest hole gt support double the static load in order to withstand any additional 2 SW215FA AX2065 hole gt dynamic forces 1 SW215FA SW215FA hole WARNING Flying loudspeakers overhead at wind forces higher than 6 bft 39 49 Km h is not recommended If the wind force exceeds 7 bft 50 61 Km h there is a risk of mechanical damage to the components which may lead to a dangerous situation for persons in the vicinity of the flown array Stop the event and make sure that no person remains in the vicinity of the array Lower and secure the array AXIOM A KPTSW215 SW215FA ARRAY ASSEMBLING SEQUENCE MAX KPTSW215 6x SW215FA use the pin to set the front linking bar rest sat or sub in for sub sub linking use the longer positions A KPTSW215 SW215FA AX2065A ASSEMBLING SEQUENCE MAX KPTSW215 2x SW215FA 4x AX2065A 4x AX2065P use the pin to set the front linking bar rest sat or s
4. website at http www microsoft com en us download default aspx WARNING CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS AND CONDITION OF USE e This loudspeaker is designed exclusively for Professional audio applications The product must be installed by qualified personal only e Proel strongly recommends that this loudspeaker cabinet be suspended taking into consideration all current National Federal State and Local regulations Please contact the manufacturer for further information e Proel do not accept any liability for damage caused to third parties due to improper installation lack of maintenance KPTSW215 FLY BAR AND ACCESSORIES tampering or improper use of this product including disregard MIOEDOT EGR SIRAICUTSHACKIE Teim of acceptable and applicable safety standards STACKED INSTALEATION i e During assembly pay attention to the possible risk of OPTIONAL crushing Wear suitable protective clothing Observe all instructions given on the rigging components and the 46mm loudspeaker cabinets When chain hoists are in operation IDENTIFICATION AND c ensure that there is nobody directly underneath or in the vicinity of the load Do not under any circumstances climb on the array AIMING and SUSPENDING INSTRUCTIONS FLOWN SET UP l Suspending the sub woofers has different advantages and some FRONT BOX inconvenient One inconvenient is that it s not possible to use the PIN ATTACHMENT cardioid configuration while another o
5. CB Neutrik Powercon WHITE PLUG KPTSW215 Fly bar for Axiom AX2065 and SW215 Loudspeakers NE8MCB Neutrik Ethercon PLUG DHSS10M20 Sub Speaker 35mm Pole with M20 screw NC3MXXBAG Neutrik XLR M RAINCOV215 Rain cover for input sockets NC3FXXBAG Neutrik XLR F AXFEETKIT Kit made of 6pcs BOARDACFO1 foot AX2065A Active vertical array loudspeaker see http www axiomproaudio com for detailed description and other available accessories SPARE PARTS AC103GS 100 mm Swivel castor without brake AC115DN Black steel handle 98AXM215SW8 15 woofer 3 VC 8 ohm NAC3MPA Neutrik Powercon BLUE SOCKET 91AMDSW215 Amplifier module assembly 94SP12265 Locking Pin for AX2265 AXIOM 1 O AND CONTROL OPERATIONS MAINS IN MAINS IN Powercon NAC3FCA power input connector blue To switch the amplifier on insert the Powercon connector and turn it clockwise into the ON position To switch the amplifier off pull back the switch on the connector and turn it counter clockwise into the POWER OFF position ON power The power cable must only be connected to a socket corresponding to the specifications indicated on WARNING In the case of product failure or fuse replacement disconnect the unit completely from the mains fi the amplifier unit The power supply must be protected by a suitably rated thermo magnetic breaker Preferably LA use a suitable switch to power on the whole audio system leaving the Powercon always connected to each speaker
6. SP platform which has been designed by the PROEL R amp D Laboratories using one of the most advanced SHARC DSP for audio application It features 40bit 96kHz floating point resolution and high quality 24bit AD DA converters for a perfect signal integrity a dynamic range in excess of 110dB and a superior sonic performance Thanks to its massive processing power the CORE platform is capable of providing the most sophisticated algorithms for speaker processing together with remote control and networking capability The PRONET control software working on a solid and reliable CANBUS based network protocol provides an intuitive interface for the remote control of the whole system with the possibility of eqing delaying increasing the protections and monitoring the status of the amplifier PRONET PRONET software has been developed in collaboration with sound engineers and sound designers in order to offer an easy to use tool to setup and manage your audio system With PRONET you can visualize signal levels monitor internal status and edit all the parameters of each connected device Download the PRONET app from the AXIOM website at http www axiomproaudio com clicking on downloads section of the product The AXIOM active loudspeaker devices can be connected using the network connection in this case the PROEL USB2CAN converter optional accessory is needed The first time you connect a device with the USB2CAN converter Windows O S will ask yo
7. To aim correctly a complete system we suggests to use always the Aiming Software EASE Focus 2 The EASE Focus 2 Aiming Software is a 3D Acoustic Modelling Software that serves for the configuration and modelling of Line Arrays and conventional speakers close to reality It only considers the direct field created by the complex addition of the sound contributions of the individual loudspeakers or array components The design of EASE Focus is targeted at the end user It allows the easy and quick prediction of the array performance in a given venue The scientific base of EASE Focus stems from EASE the professional electro and room acoustic simulation software developed by AFMG Technologies GmbH It is based on the EASE GLL loudspeaker data file required for its use AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 GLL please note that the version must be 2 0 or more The GLL file contains the data that defines the Line Array with regard to its possible configurations as well as to its geometrical and acoustical properties Download the EASE Focus 2 app from the AXIOM website at http www axiomproaudio com clicking on downloads section of the product Use the menu option Edit Import System Definition File to import the file AXIOM_AX Series_v2_1 gll from the installation Data folder the detailed instructions to use the program are located in the menu option Help User s Guide Note Some windows system can require the NET Framework 4 that can be download from microsoft
8. USER MANUAL SW215FA active subwoofer KEY FEATURES e Very High Output e Manifolded Transmission Line configuration for very fast transient response e Compact size for a very good output to weight ratio e 96KHz 40 bit floating point CORE processing with PRONET remote control e Digitally controlled Class D amplifier module with SMPS e Flying vertical arrayable version INTRODUCTION The SW215FA subwoofer is designed to deliver high quality low frequency reproduction where very high output is a key requirement together with well defined deep bass response and fast C transient response Its compact size and light weight make it suitable for several different uses ranging from touring applications to fixed installations and high level dance clubs The SW215FA is a very high quality powered subwoofer system featuring some of the most advanced technologies for low frequency reproduction Its unique and innovative design is based on a configuration that can be defined as Manifolded Transmission Line It uses manifolding of the front side of the cones to maximize the mutual coupling between the two drivers while loading the back of the cone with a large size transmission line that has the function to create a transmission path from the back of the transducers to the front The SW215FA subwoofer system is equipped with two high power 15 380mm transducers capable of long excursion up to 33mm peak to peak controlled by high stiffness Double Silico
9. aler Keep all unit packaging parts to allow inspection e Proel is not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipment e Products are sold delivered ex warehouse and shipment is at charge and risk of the buyer e Possible damages to unit should be immediately notified to forwarder Each complaint for package tampered with should be done within eight days from product receipt SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk close supervision is necessary when the product is used near children Protect the apparatus from atmospheric agents and keep it away from water rain and high humidity places This product should be site away from heat sources such as radiators lamps and any other device that generate heat This product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation and heating dissipation Care should be taken so that objects and liquids do not go inside the product The product should be connected to a power supply mains line only of the type described on the operating instructions or as marked on the product Connect the apparatus to a power supply using only power cord included making always sure it is in good conditions WARNING The mains plug is used as disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable Do not cancel the safety feature assured by means of a polarized line plug one blade wider than the other or with a earth conn
10. ection Make sure that power supply mains line has a proper earth connection Power supply cord should be unplugged from the outlet during strong thunderstorm or when left unused for a long period of time CE CONFORMITY Proel products comply with directive 2004 108 EC EMC as stated in EN 55103 1 and EN 55103 2 standards and with directive 2006 95 CE LVD as stated in EN 60065 standard PROEL S p A World Headquarter Via alla Ruenia 37 43 64027 Sant Omero Te ITALY Tel 39 0861 81241 Fax 39 0861 887862 www axiomproaudio com AXIOM
11. ed only the first time the system is turned on For more detailed instruction about PRONET see the PRONET USER S MANUAL included with the software AXIOM EXAMPLE OF PRONET NETWORK WITH AX2065A AND SW215A PC NOTEBOOK USB2CAN USB 2 0 port 3 network co not pressed last device O AX2065P i t a IN i ouT NETWORK ono Cno AX2065A gt nee Joro Ore netwerk k J 6 L L a i J a SW215A Useful tools to set up properly a vertical array system using the SW215FA subwoofer This is a list of tools that can be very useful to set properly a vertical array system with the SW215FA active subwoofers CABLE TESTER It is a good practice to check all cables before each installation because even one faulty cable can compromise heavily the system performance INCLINOMETER WITH LEVER This tool can be used to verify the vertical array angle It can be used at the top or at the bottom of the array In this case you have to sum all splay angles so the maximum precision is needed for aiming the vertical array particularly for long throw applications E LASER DISTANCE METER This instrument can be useful to measure the height of the vertical array and to know the distance between FOH Subs and FOH Array fo
12. essed Mechanical Maximum Peak SPL 1m 139 dB Width 571 mm 22 48 Electrical Height 800 mm 31 50 Input Impedance 20 kQ balanced Depth 582 mm 22 91 Input Sensitivity 4 dBu 1 25 V Depth Including Wheels 710 mm 27 95 CORE processing 96kHz 40bit floating Construction 15 mm reinforced Phenolic Birch Signal Processing i i point SHARC DSP 24 bit AD DA converters Paint High resistance water based paint 4 Presets Standard InfraSub Cardioid Wheels 4 heavy load 100 mm Direct access Controls pene i User Network Termination GND Link Transport 4 handles Remote Controls PRONET control software Side Suspension High Strength Steel with Fast Pin Network protocol CANBUS Back Suspension High Strength Steel with Fast Pin Output Power 1000 W 1000 W Net Weight 68 5 Kg 151 Ib Nominal consumption is measured with pink noise with a crest factor of 12 dB this can be considered a standard music program AXIOM MECHANICAL DRAWING 57 1 cm 22 48 71 0 cm 27 95 80 cm 31 50 gt F flying points P M20 insert for DHSS10M20 pole adaptor for conventional SUB SAT system OO O F t 2a lt F pi F OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES NAC3FCA Neutrik Powercon BLUE PLUG USB2CAN PRONET network converter NAC3F
13. n Spider as centering suspension and by heavy duty surround The motor structure features high strength BL Re with optimized symmetry and excursion controlled by Aluminium Demodulating Ring The robust copper 75mm 3 voice coil is wounded in two different layers both outside and inside the coil support then doubling the coil surface exposed to air cooling and consequently improving the long term thermal capacity of the loudspeaker Cones are made of very high stiffness reinforced paper featuring also invisible water repellent treatment The SW215FA is processed by 40bit 96kHz floating point CORE DSP and powered by DA SERIES digital power modules a new generation of CLASS D power amplifier with digitally controlled SMPS The DA module employed for powering the SW215FA delivers in an ultra compact package a maximum power of 2000W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Acoustical A Class D with Variable Switching Frequency i Amplifier Type System type Manifolded Band Pass and SMPS Mains Voltage Range Vac 230 V 15 or 115 V 15 50 60 Hz Two 15 380 mm 3 75 mm VC Mains Connector PowerCon NAC3MPA NAC3MPB High stiffness water repellent reinforced sa Transducer cone Flux Demodulating Ring VC Consumption 700 W nominal 1700 W max Double Centering Spider Suspension IN OUT Connectors Neutrik XLR M XLR F IN OUT Network Connectors ETHERCON NE8FAV Frequency response 3 dB 39 Hz 100 Hz Proc
14. ne is that as the sub woofers don t couple with the ground and indoor usage can have different SUSPEND HOLE _ behaviours depending on ceiling and walls The advantages are that NDICATOR the space underneath the stage can be free from subs the coupling between sub and sat is better and using a column of 4 6 sub boxes the basses can be steered more deeply into the audience with a more uniform distribution of the low frequencies The SW215FA subwoofers can be suspended alone or at the top of a vertical array of AX2065A loudspeakers using the KPTSW215 fly bar The boxes are linked together in a column using a series of couplers SUSPEND HOLES FRONT BOX 7 PIN ATTACHMENT REAR BOX PIN ATTACHMENT AXIOM integrated in the frame of each enclosure Each system can be set properly both acoustically and mechanically using the aiming software Coupling the system in the front does not require any adjustment using two locking pins each loudspeaker box is fixed to the previous The slotted bar in the back is inserted in a U shaped frame that features a series of numbered holes Sliding the slotted bar in the U shaped frame of the next loudspeaker and inserting a locking pin in one of the numbered holes it is possible to adjust the relative splay angle between two adjacent loudspeakers in the array column KPTSW215 fly bar maximum capacity is 540 Kg 1190 Ibs with the 0 angle It can support with a safety factor of 10 1 up to e 8 AX2065A
15. or other big ostacle 2 7 ft min 2 7 ft min audience floor bass sum direction NOTES When placing the cardioid array keep a distance to walls or other obstacles of at least 80 cm 2 6 ft in order not to affect the radiation of the reversed cabinet When placing multiple cardioid arrays keep a distance between them of at least 80 cm 2 6 ft in order not to maximize the combined radiation of whole arrays AXIOM LIMITED WARRANTY Proel warrants all materials workmanship and proper operation of this product for a period of two years from the original date of purchase If any defects are found in the materials or workmanship or if the product fails to function properly during the applicable warranty period the owner should inform about these defects the dealer or the distributor providing receipt or invoice of date of purchase and defect detailed description This warranty does not extend to damage resulting from improper installation misuse neglect or abuse Proel S p A will verify damage on returned units and when the unit has been properly used and warranty is still valid then the unit will be replaced or repaired Proel S p A is not responsible for any direct damage or indirect damage caused by product defectiveness e This unit package has been submitted to ISTA 1A integrity tests We suggest you control the unit conditions immediately after unpacking it e If any damage is found immediately advise the de
16. r setting the delay time SMAART or similar acoustic measurement system Smaart V7 These are useful to measure delays phase and response of the system e e AXIOM PRESET SaN SW215A PRESET RESPONSE The SW115FA has three factory presets already stored inside the CORE DSP these preset are ready to use the sub in combination with INFRA STANDARD AX2065A vertical array loudspeaker or any other professional audio system 10 STANDARD PRESET the response starts at 45Hz and the cutoff is at 100Hz with LR 24dB oct use this preset for almost any application at ground stack and it must be used with the SW215FA set as flown J see FLOWN SET UP 5 INFRASUB PRESET the response starts at 39Hz and the cutoff is at 60Hz with LR 24dB oct use this preset when a very deep bass response is required it must be used at ground stack only alone or 5 in combination with some other boxes set as STANDARD absolutely do not use it in combination of CARDIOD preset NOTE INFRA and STANDARD PRESET must NOT be used together in close units 2 CARDIOD PRESET the response of this preset is the same of i STANDARD preset but when combined together as described further the sub stack is capable to cancel tha bass in the backwards 20 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K TOR 2K Hz absolutely it must be used in combination of other two boxes and at ground stack PREDICTION EASE Focus 2
17. s a factory setting it s the same to STANDARD If you want to modify it you have to connect the unit to a PC edit the parameters with PRONET software and save the PRESET into USER MEMORY no 1 NETWORK IN OUT These are a standard RJ45 CAT5 connectors with optional NEUTRIK NE8MC RJ45 cable connector carrier used for PRONET network transmission of remote control data over long distance or multiple unit applications TERMINATE In a PRONET network the last loudspeaker device must be terminated with an inner load resistance especially in a long run cabling press this switch if you want to terminate the unit AXIOM POWER AMPLIFIERS The SW215FA is powered by DA SERIES digital power modules a new generation of CLASS D power amplifier with digitally controlled SMPS The innovative technology used for these amplifiers including also the use of a variable switching frequency offers performances at the top of the range such as a superior sound definition at any audio frequency very high dynamics also for low level signals and very low distortion even at the maximum power The superior sound quality can be compared with top of the range AB class analog systems while the DA modules feature a higher dynamics very compact size and light weight and efficiency above 90 The two DA modules employed for powering the SW215FA deliver in an ultra compact package a maximum power of 2000W SIGNAL PROCESSING The system processing is based on the CORE D
18. this simple trick extend the life of the Powercon connectors PUSH D MAINS OUT Powercon NAC3FCB power output connector grey This is connected in parallel with the MAINS OFF IN The maximum load applicable depends on the mains voltage With 230V we suggest to link a maximum of 4 MAINS OUT SW215FA loudspeakers with 120V we suggest to link at maximum of 2 SW215FA loudspeaker z LOCK ON This LED indicates power on status eS s PROT This red LED lights when the amplifier module is Ki gt RS in protect mode for an internal fault and consequently amp RS gs the amplifier is muted SIGN LIMIT This LED lights in green to indicate the ON presence of the signal and lights in red when an internal PUSH limiter reduces the input level prot H INPUT Audio signal input with locking XLR connector It has a fully electronically balanced circuitry including AD SIGN LIMIT conversion for the best S N ratio and input headroom LINK A direct connection from the input connector to link other speakers with same audio signal GND LIFT This switch lift the ground of the balanced TERMINATE F audio inputs from the earth ground of the amplifier O INPUT Or rw module 7 PRESET BUTTON This button has two function 1 Pressing it while powering on the unit ID ASSIGN the internal DSP assigns a new ID to the unit for the PRONET remote IN control operation Each loudspeaker must have a unique ID to be
19. u to install the driver files which you can find in the Driver folder within the Pronet application folder by default is C Program Files Proel Pronet Driver or if you changed it lt your path gt Driver Please refer also to Installation and Drivers paragraphs in the Pronet documentation The PRONET NETWORK is based on a robust reliable and fast communication protocol called CANBUS The devices in a PRONET NETWORK are connected together with a linear bus topology The USB2CAN converter must be connected to the network input of the first device the network output of the first device is connected to the input of the second and so on For the network connections simple RJ45 cat 5 or cat 6 ethernet cables can be used please don t confuse a ethernet network with a PRONET network these are completely different and must be fully separated also both use the same kind of cable The beginning and the end of a PRONET NETWORK must be terminated One side is terminated by the USB2CAN converter the other side must be terminated pressing the TERMINATE switch on the last device All devices between these two points must have the TERMINATE switch lifted Assign the ID number To work properly in a PRONET network each connected device must have a unique identifier number called ID By default the USB2CAN PC controller has ID 0 and there can be only one PC controller Every other device connected must have its own unique ID equal or greater than 1
20. ub for sub sat linking use the shorter positions CARDIOID SET UP The cardioid preset must be used in a sub array of three SW215FA Two box must be oriented towards the audience and one must be turned in the opposite direction typically the box in the centre of the array The bottom and the top boxes must have the STANDARD PRESET the box in the middle must have the CARDIOID PRESET The audio signal sent to all boxes is the same The CARDIOID PRESET has the same response of the STANDARD PRESET but to obtain the maximum cancellation on the back side of the array it has the phase inverted and a proper level and delay setting The figure below shows two typical displacement of the array The first with all the boxes in horizontal position for a total height of 1713 mm and a width of 800 mm The second one with all the boxes in vertical position for a total height of 800 mm and a width of 1713 mm bass cancellation direction wall or other big ostacle aus coment o 1 120 cm min 3 9 ft min audience floor bass sum direction NOTES When placing the cardioid array keep a distance to walls or other obstacles of at least 80 cm 2 6 ft in order not to affect the radiation of the reversed cabinet When placing multiple cardioid arrays keep a distance between them of at least 120 cm 3 9 ft in order not to maximize the combined radiation of whole arrays AXIOM bass cancellation direction wall
21. visible in the PRONET network When you assign a new ID all the other loudspeakers LINK with the ID already assigned must be ON and connected to the network OUT NETWORK 2 Pressing it with the unit ON you can select the DSP PRESET The selected PRESET is indicated by the corresponding LED STANDARD _ This PRESET is suitable for any application where low frequency reinforcement is required It features a 90Hz cut off frequency and it can be used in almost any environment in combination with any vertical arrays INFRA This PRESET can be used when a deeper bass response is required Note that when this preset is used the sound pressure level of the system is slightly reduced NOTE INFRA and STANDARD PRESET must NOT be used together in close units CARDIOID This special PRESET combined with the STANDARD PRESET gives the advantage to reduce the low frequencies at the back of an array of three subs in order to obtain a more comfortable level for the performers on the stage without losing level for the the audience in front of the array The cardioid configuration is also useful in situation where you want to reduce the bass frequency feedback due to many microphones on stage for example for acoustic and jazz ensemble classic orchestra musicals Further in this manual you can find some example how to set up a cardioid array USER This LED lights when the USER PRESET is loaded This preset corresponds to USER MEMORY no 1 of the DSP and a
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