TOA Electronics HX-5B Speaker System User Manual
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1. For horizontal suspension Remove the speaker grills on the modules at both ends of the speaker system Below lower Remove the grill fixing screws using the supplied hex head wrench Speaker grill Grill fixing screw Vertical suspension d e aN a o gt fta dD i ONCE N SSS i Speaker module Horizontal suspension 10 Step 2 For vertical suspension Remove the 2 front bar fixing bolts Below upper For horizontal suspension Remove the 4 front bar fixing bolts Below lower Place the speaker system on a workbench when doing this work Front bar fixing bolts Vertical suspension Horizontal suspension c Z AT LE AN A 1 i 9 M V CN g O E ng Mi Step 3 Fix the suspension bracket and the front bar with the bolts removed in step 2 Observe the following instructions to tighten the bolts securely AN WARNING Failure to do this could cause the speaker to fall potentially resulting in damage and or personal injury e Ensure that each bolt is correctly inserted into its slot before tightening it e Bolts can be tightened using either a Phillips screwdriver or a wrench but be sure to finish the tightening with the wrench to ensure optimum tightness Suspension bracket supplied Front bar The figure on the right is for the horizontal suspension of speaker system For the vertical suspension2. Q Y OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPEAKER SYSTEMS HX 5B HX 5W HX 5B WP HX 5W WP A Thank you for purchasing TOA s Speaker System Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long trouble free use of your equipment TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 9 CHANGING THE SPEAKER S DIRECTIVITY ANGLE 7 2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 3 10 SUSPENDED INSTALLATION 9 3 FEATURES neriorten teni usce markpuet iot neces 3 11 DIRECT WALL MOUNTING 13 4 ABOUT THE INPUT OVERLOAD PROTECTION CIRCUITRY 4 12 MOUNTING BRACKET TYPES 14 5 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS 13 COMBINATION WITH THE MT 200 FOR THE HX 5B WP AND HX 5W WP 4 MATCHING TRANSFORMER 15 6 DIMENSIONAL DIAGRAM 5 14 EQUALIZATION USING A DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR 15 7 CHANGING THE ORIENTATION OF REAR PLATE oro ene eer ipd 5 15 SPECIFICATIONS 16 8 INPUT SECTION 6 TOA Corporation 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before installation or use be sure to carefully read all the instructions in this section for correct and safe operation Be sure to follow all the precautionary instructions in this section which contain important warnings and or cautions regarding safet
3. CN1B WP HY CN1W WP 14 13 COMBINATION WITH THE MT 200 MATCHING TRANSFORMER Using the optional MT 200 matching transformer allows the speaker system to be connected to a high impedance amplifier This matching transformer is best for use when the distance between the amplifier and speaker is very long or when multiple speaker systems are parallel connected to a single amplifier Regarding the procedure for mounting the transformer on the speaker refer to the instruction manual enclosed with the MT 200 14 EQUALIZATION USING A DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR The speaker systems are to reproduce wide band high efficiency sound even without the use of an equalizer However sound quality can be made even clearer and more dynamic with the addition of a TOA digital signal processor set as shown in the table Filter characteristics for normal mode ite Frequency Gan Q HPF 2dBiooj eomz zos PEQ 65 Hz 2 dB 1 414 2 5 kHz 4 dB 2 997 Filter characteristics for low frequency cut mode speech applications or when used with the FB 120 series Subwoofer System Filter Frequency Gan Q HPF BW 24 dB oct 90 Hz m PEQ 800 Hz 3 dB 0 7 2 5 kHz 2 997 0 305 Note When using the processor with the HX 5 series and the FB 120 series ensure that the wiring polarity of both units is the same 15 15 SPECIFICATIONS Enclosure Bass reflex type Sealed type Powe
4. the work is done on either module to be suspended Step 4 For vertical suspension Turn the speaker system upside down Then mount the suspension bracket in the same manner as described in steps 2 and 3 Step 5 Replace the removed speaker grill Be sure to use the supplied hex head wrench to tighten the fixing screws Speaker grill Ensure that the sponge is fitted in the slot Punched grill Sponge LLL Speaker 11 12 Step 6 Suspend the speaker system using appropriate commercially obtained wires chains or anchor shackles To mount the speaker system horizontally rotate the speaker system s rear plate 90 from the factory preset orientation For details refer to p 5 Changing the orientation of rear plate Be sure to select wires chains and or anchor shackles with a A WARN N G safety factor appropriate to the weight of the speaker system Incorrect selection of these suspension components may cause the speaker system to fall potentially resulting in damage and or personal injury Run the anchor shackles etc through the holes in the 2 suspension brackets and rear plate as shown in the figure Vertical suspension Horizontal suspension Anchor shackle Suspension bracket Rear plate 11 DIRECT WALL MOUNTING Observe the following instructions when mounting the speakers on a wall AN WARNING Doing otherwise may cause the speaker system to fall potentially resulting i
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6. n and use e Speaker Rigging Frames HY PF1B HYPF1W and HY PF1WP Can be used to suspend the speaker system from high ceilings e Speaker Mounting Brackets HY CW1B HY CW1W and HY CW1WP Allow the speaker system to be mounted to a ceiling and its angle to be adjusted both vertically and horizontally e Speaker Mounting Brackets HY WM1B HY WM1W and HY WM1WP Allow the speaker system to be mounted to a wall or ceiling and its angle to be adjusted vertically e Speaker Mounting Brackets HY WM2B HY WM2W and HY WM2WP Allow the speaker system to be mounted closely to a wall or ceiling This type of mounting offers the advantage of suppressing interference caused by sound reflecting from the wall or ceiling resulting in better sound clarity e Speaker Stand Adapter HY ST1 Allows the speaker system to be installed on the ST 32 Speaker Stand or a speaker stand having a mounting pipe diameter of 35 mm e Speaker Extension Brackets HY CN1B HY CN1W HY CN1B WP and HY CN1W WP Connect 2 speaker systems to allow directivity control for lower frequencies Speaker systems and mounting brackets Mounting bracket Speaker systemi gascoHd HX 5W HX 5B WP HX 5W WP Speaker rigging frames HY PF1B HY PF1W HY PF1WP Speaker mounting brackets HY CW1B HY CW1W HY CW1WP Speaker mounting brackets HY WM1B HY WM1W HY WM1WP HY WM2B HY WM2W HY WM2WP Speaker stand adapter HY ST1 Speaker Extension brackets HY CN1B HY CN1W HY
7. n damage and or personal injury e Use anchor bolts nuts and washers with specifications appropriate for carrying the load of the speaker system Also ensure that the structure of the wall is robust enough to stand the weight of the speaker e Take measures to prevent nuts and bolts from loosening and sliding out of their positions as required Note Anchor bolts nuts and washers are not supplied with the speaker system 11 1 Vertical Installation Direct wall mounting dimensions Angle mode of 60 408 16 1 16 Unit mm inches Y Speaker system 1 l 23 29 32 Rear plate P Q Z z pe S 8 i E J Y 131 5 5 32 4 12 x 41 4 15 32 x 1 39 64 Note For outdoor use install the HX 5B WP or HX 5W WP in conjunction with the HY WM1WP Speaker Mounting Bracket so that all speaker modules point downward from the horizontal Failure to do so could adversely affect their water resistant capability leading to malfunction 11 2 Horizontal Installation Direct wall mounting dimensions Angle mode of 60 Unit mm inches 546 21 1 2 Rear plate 408 16 1 16 Speaker system 181 7 1 8 4 12 x 41 4 15 32 x 1 39 64 13 12 MOUNTING BRACKET TYPES The following mounting brackets are optional Consult the instruction manual enclosed with each bracket for details on their installatio
8. ng the procedure described below The figure on the right shows the speaker system in 60 mode directivity angle 60 Step 1 Loosen the 2 bolts on the input section side 777 Step 2 Turn the speaker system upside down Then loosen the 4 bolts indicated by arrows Step 3 Reposition the 4 bolts to the desired directivity angle then retighten them securely The sound coverage area can also be made asymmetrical by shifting the position of each bolt to different directivity angle 60 mode factory preset 15 mode Example of independent angle adjustment Angle adjustment section 30 mode 45 mode 15 mode 60 mode Step 4 Reposition the speaker system by turning it upside down Then tighten the 2 bolts loosened in step 1 Observe the following instructions to tighten the bolts securely N WARNING Failure to do this could cause the speaker to fall potentially resulting in damage and or personal injury e Ensure that each bolt is correctly inserted into its slot before tightening it e Bolts can be tightened using either a Phillips screwdriver or a wrench but be sure to finish the tightening with the wrench to ensure optimum tightness 10 SUSPENDED INSTALLATION The speaker systems may be suspended either vertically or horizontally Vertical suspension Horizontal suspension Step 1 For vertical suspension Remove the speaker grill on the module to be suspended Below upper
9. ng the unit to fall which could result in personal injury CAUTIO N Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if mishandled could result in moderate or minor personal injury and or property damage When Installing the Unit e Avoid touching the unit s sharp metal edge to prevent injury To avoid electric shocks be sure to switch off the unit s power when connecting speakers When the Unit is in Use e Do not place heavy objects on the unit as this may cause it to fall or break which may result in personal injury and or property damage In addition the object itself may fall off and cause injury and or damage Do not operate the unit for an extended period of time with the sound distorting This is an indication of a malfunction which in turn can cause heat to generate and result in a fire Do not stand or sit on nor hang down from the unit as this may cause it to fall down or drop resulting in personal injury and or property damage e Have the unit checked periodically by the shop from where it was purchased Failure to do so may result in corrosion or damage to the unit or its mounting bracket that could cause the unit to fall possibly causing personal injury 2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The TOA HX 5 series is a 2 way compact speaker system that permits both constant directivity control over a wide frequency range and changes in directivity It is ideal for reproducing clear sound in spaces with long reverberation
10. r Handling Capacity Continuous pink noise 200 W Continuous program 600 W Rated Impedance 8 QO Sensitivity 1 W 1m 96 dB 60 mode 97 dB 45 mode 98 dB 30 mode 99 dB 15 mode Frequency Response 70 to 20 000 Hz 60 mode 95 to 20 000 Hz 60 mode Deviation 10 dB 75 to 20 000 Hz 45 mode 100 to 20 000 Hz 45 mode 80 to 20 000 Hz 30 mode 105 to 20 000 Hz 30 mode 85 to 20 000 Hz 15 mode 110 to 20 000 Hz 15 mode Crossover Frequency Directivity Angle Horizontal 100 over 2 000 Hz Vertical 60 over 800 Hz 45 over 1 2 kHz 30 over 1 6 kHz 15 over 3 2 kHz variable opeaker Component Low frequency 12 cm 5 cone type x 4 High frequency Balanced dome type x 12 Input Terminal Speakon NL4MP x 2 and M4 screw terminal Speaker Cord 2 core cabtyre cord with diameter of 6 mm Or 15 64 in 60 cm or 23 5 8 in long Water Protection IPX4 Operating Temperature 15 C to 50 C Finish Enclosure Polypropylene black Polypropylene white Polypropylene black Polypropylene white Dimensions 408 w x 546 h x 342 d mm 16 1 16 w x 21 1 2 h x 13 15 32 d inches Weight 16 kg Install with the every speaker module downward Note The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for improvement e Accessories Suspension bracket ss 2 Hex head wrench 1 Vy l Printe
11. r reset try to maintain the volume at a level slightly lower than before Caution This protection circuitry does not completely protect the unit against extremely high input power levels Depending on the type or duration of excessive power input the protection circuitry might not be enabled resulting in damage to the speaker element Also if the excessive power input continues for a long period of time the circuitry may not be capable of resetting to its original condition Use the system with care so that the speakers are not exposed to excessive power input 5 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS FOR THE HX 5B WP AND HX 5W WP Only the HX 5B WP and HX 5W WP are suitable for outdoor installation For outdoor installation observe the following precautions e All speaker modules must point downward from the horizontal Failure to do so could adversely affect their intended weather resistant capability leading to malfunction Vertical installation Horizontal installation Horizontal Horizontal Tilt down from the horizontal e Both the HX 5B WP and the HX 5W WP employ a splash proof construction that allows them to be installed outdoors but they should only be installed in locations where the ambient temperature is within the range of 15 C to 50 C Exceeding the temperature range will cause the speaker to fail 6 DIMENSIONAL DIAGRAM Figures show the HX 5 series speaker system with a directivity angle set to 60 mode factor
12. stall the unit only in a location that can structurally support the weight of the unit and the mounting bracket Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and or property damage e HX 5B WP and HX 5W WP only When installing the unit in the snowy area take appropriate measures to prevent snow from lying on the unit If the snow lies on the unit the unit may fall causing personal injuries e HX 5B and HX 5W only Since the unit is designed for indoor use do not install it outdoors If installed outdoors the aging of parts causes the unit to fall off resulting in personal injury Owing to the unit s size and weight be sure that at least two persons are available to install the unit Failure to do so could result in personal injury e Do not use other methods than specified to mount the bracket Extreme force is applied to the unit and the unit could fall off possibly resulting in personal injuries e Use nuts and bolts that are appropriate for the ceiling s or wall s structure and composition Failure to do so may cause the speaker to fall resulting in material damage and possible personal injury e Tighten each nut and bolt securely Ensure that the bracket has no loose joints after installation to prevent accidents that could result in personal injury e Do not mount the unit in locations exposed to constant vibration The mounting bracket can be damaged by excessive vibration potentially causi
13. times or high background noises The HX 5B and HX 5W are designed for indoor use while the HX 5B WP and HX 5W WP are for outdoor use 3 FEATURES e Four speaker modules ensure high power and high quality e The changeable orientation of each of the four speaker modules independently allows the directivity angle of the speaker system to be adjusted Built in passive network ensures appropriate sound quality deal for both permanent and temporary installations including both vertical and horizontal positioning e Equipped with a convenient carrying handle e Can be mounted directly on a wall or suspended by wire chain or shackle with no need to use optional brackets e Optional mounting brackets allow use in a wide variety of applications including suspension ceiling mounting wall mounting and speaker stand mounting Mounting procedures are described in the instruction manuals enclosed with the mounting bracket or stand adapter 4 ABOUT THE INPUT OVERLOAD PROTECTION CIRCUITRY The speaker system features internal input overload protection circuitry If an extremely high input level is fed to the unit the protection circuitry automatically cuts off the signal to the tweeters A drastic reduction in sound volume for the high frequency range indicates that the protection circuitry has been enabled In such cases simply reduce the amplifier volume The protection circuitry will automatically reset in approximately 10 seconds Afte
14. y After reading keep this manual handy for future reference Safety Symbol and Message Conventions Safety symbols and messages described below are used in this manual to prevent bodily injury and property damage which could result from mishandling Before operating your product read this manual first and understand the safety symbols and messages so you are thoroughly aware of the potential safety hazards N W AR N N G Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if mishandled could result in death or serious personal injury When Installing the Unit e Refer all installation work to the dealer from whom the speaker was purchased Installation for flying requires extensive technical knowledge and experience The speaker may fall off if incorrectly installed resulting in possible personal injury e Flying Precautions Be sure to follow the instructions below Otherwise the suspension wires or belts may be off or snap and the speaker may fall off causing personal injury Check to confirm that the suspension wires and belts are strong enough to withstand the speaker load The connectors of the suspension wires and belts must be securely linked with those of the speaker All parts and components such as enclosures metal pieces and screws must be free from any deformation crack and corrosion Be sure to use screws supplied with the optional flying hardware when installing the speaker using such hardware e In
15. y preset Top e HX 5B 5W Input Section e HX 5B WP 5W WP Input Section leoo Screw terminals a Speaker cable Speakon 60 cm or 23 5 8 in long NLAMP connector Front Side Rear 408 16 1 16 342 13 15 32 Input section Rear plate Unit mm inches 7 CHANGING THE ORIENTATION OF REAR PLATE The orientation of the speaker system s rear plate can be changed as follows Factory preset mounting 8 INPUT SECTION 8 1 HX 5B and HX 5W e he 2 Speakon connectors are internally connected in parallel to the screw terminals you can use either one e The right table shows the pin arrangement of the HX 5B HX 5W 1 Speaker 2 2 TEN e The usable connector on the cable end for the Speakon NLAMP is Speakon NL4FC e Wiring diagram of the input connectors is shown at right Screw terminal 2P Speaker Speaker e Two speaker systems can be operated in parallel by connecting them in a cascade configuration as shown at First speaker Second speaker right Note Be sure to connect the speaker system to the power i Q amplifier s output terminal of 4 Q or less Z Connecting it to an output terminal of over 4 Q may cause amplifier failure 8 2 HX 5B WP and HX 5W WP 9 CHANGING THE SPEAKER S DIRECTIVITY ANGLE The speaker system s directivity angle mode is factory preset to 60 but this mode can be changed to 45 30 or 15 by followi
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