Phonic aSK12 User manual

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Supplementary music equipment
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aSK10
aSK12
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User's Manual
Manual del Usuario
aSK215
aSK18SB
PASSIVE SPEAKER
ALTAVOZ PASIVO
English Español
ENGLISH .....................................I
ESPAÑOL .....................................II
V2.1 12/20/2012
aSK10
aSK12
aSK15
aSK215
aSK18SB
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aSK10 / aSK12 / aSK15 / aSK215 / aSK18SB
English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1
INTRODUCTION
1
FEATURES
1
CONNECTIONS
2
SPECIFICATIONS
3
CONTENTS
USER'S MANUAL
Phonic preserves the right to improve or alter any information within this
document without prior notice
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English
1. Read these instructions before operating this
apparatus.
2. Keep these instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
4. Follow all instructions provided in this document.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations
where condensation may occur.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid
cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
7. Do not block any of the 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
.
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
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 plug, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lighting
storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to
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 apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage
within the
product
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat-
ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those
may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning: the user shall not place this apparatus in the
area during the operation so that the mains switch
can be easily accessible.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions carefully before using your aSK Speakers.
2. Keepthissafetyandinstructionierforfuturereference.
3. Ensure you follow all instructions carefully.
4. WhenusedinconjunctionwithAmpliersorPoweredMixers
ensure you follow the correct procedures in the set up and
turning on and off of audio equipment. It is advisable, when
anentiresoundsystemissetup,thatthepoweramplieror
poweredmixerthatyouareusingisturnedonlast(ie.That
any source equipment, such as guitars, tape decks, etcetera,
areturnedonrst).Afterallsourceequipmentisturnedonand
havestabilized,ensurethepoweramporpoweredmixer’slevel
control is set to a minimal level and then activate, after which
the level control can be set to a reasonable level. This should
be done in reverse when shutting down: turn off the power amp
orpoweredmixerrst,thenturnoffallotherdevices.However
manyprofessionalampliersfeaturedelayedon/offcircuitsthat
can perform this automatically.
5. Warning –TheaSKSpeakersgenerateextremelyhighsound
pressure levels. Ensure you take care in the placement and
operationtoavoidexposuretoextremelyhighsoundlevels,
to reduce to risk of causing permanent hearing damage.
6. Cables – Under no circumstances should you use shielded
ormicrophonecablesforconnectingspeakerstoampliers.
These cables are not heavy enough to be able to handle the
amplier load and could cause irreversible damage to your
system.
7. Mounting – The suspending, rigging and mounting of the aSK
Speakerscancausemembersofthepublictobeexposedto
serious health risk, as well as the possibility of death. If you
areNOTfullyqualiedandcertiedtomountthesespeakers
by relevant local, state, or national authorities, do not under
any circumstances try to rig, suspend or mount this system.
All relevant safety regulations must be followed. If you are not
completelyqualiedordonotknowofsaidregulations,ensure
youconsultqualiedpersonnelforassistance.
8. Servicing – Do not under any circumstances try to service this
product by yourself. If servicing is required, contact your local
service center.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a fantastic new aSK pas-
sive speaker from Phonic. These speakers were design with the
expresspurposeofprovidingqualityaudioreproductionandhigh
sound pressure levels even in the most demanding of situations.
TheaSKseries’sturdyconstructionworkstogetherwithaninternal
bracing system to create a more stable build that reduces internal
rumble and vibrations for more robust audio. The heavy-duty metal
handlesandultra-thickcarpetedexteriorensuretheaSKspeakers
can go where you go without the worry of damage or abuse.
The aSK series is designed for both foreground and background
application and is built to meet the most demanding professional
applications including sound and audio reproduction and reinforce-
ment in dance clubs, retail shops, houses of worship, restaurants
and community centers.
FEATURES
aSK10
10”PassiveStageSpeaker/FloorMonitor
• Powerhandling:100WRMS/200Music/400Peak
• Long-Throw10’’WooferandTitaniumcompressiontweeter
• Frequencyresponsebetween65Hzand20kHz
• ¼”phonejackconnectorsforinputandoutput
• 35mmpolemountforspeakerstands
• Integratedmetalhandleforeasymobility
• Sturdyconstructionwithultra-thickprotectivecarpetingnish
aSK12
12” Passive Stage Speaker / Floor
• Powerhandling:200WRMS/400Music/800Peak
• Long-Throw12’’ Wooferand 1.3’’ Titanium compression
tweeter
• Frequencyresponsebetween50Hzand20kHz
• ¼”phonejackconnectorsforinputandoutput
• 35mmpolemountforspeakerstands
• Integratedmetalhandleforeasymobility
• Sturdyconstructionwithultra-thickprotectivecarpetingnish
aSK15
15”PassiveStageSpeaker/FloorMonitor
• Powerhandling:200WRMS/400WMusic/800WPeak
• Long-Throw15’’ Wooferand 1.3’’ Titanium compression
tweeter
• Frequencyresponsebetween45Hzand20kHz
• ¼”phonejackconnectorsforinputandoutput
• 35mmpolemountforspeakerstands
• Integratedmetalhandleforeasymobility
• Sturdyconstructionwithultra-thickprotectivecarpetingnish
aSK215
Dual 15” Passive Stage Speaker
• Powerhandling:400WRMS/800WMusic/1600WPeak
• Dual15"woofersmatchedwitha1.3"Titaniumcompression
tweeter
• Frequencyresponsebetween40Hzand20kHz
• ¼”phonejackconnectorsforinputandoutput
• Integratedmetalhandlesforeasymobility
• Sturdyconstructionwithultra-thickprotectivecarpetingnish
aSK18SB
18” Subwoofer
• Powerhandling:300WRMS/600WMusic/1200WPeak
• Quality18"subwooferspeaker
• Frequencyresponsebetween40Hzand200Hz
• ¼”phonejackconnectorsforinputandoutput
• 35mmpolemountontopformountingspeakers
• Integratedmetalhandlesforeasymobility
• Sturdyconstructionwithultra-thickprotectivecarpetingnish
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English
Equalization
The aSK speakers are design to perfectly reproduce all audio
signalsassentbyyouramplierorpoweredmixer.Assuch,your
equalization efforts do not need to take speaker response into ac-
count, rather your main concentration should be on the acoustics
of the venue. If equalization is applied, it should be done so with
the utmost of case. Applying overly harsh equalization can be
detrimental to your overall sound.
Connection
TheaSKspeakersoffer¼”TRSphonejackspeakerconnectorson
the rear of the speaker. The input connectors on each unit should
be connected to an appropriate output device such as a power
amplierorpoweredmixer.Phonejackconnectorsdonotneed
to be soldered into place; rather they are pushed into the socket
to lock into place. Do not remove the connector until all gear is
switched off. The output or thru connector can be used to run two
(ormore)speakersinparallel.
High Pass / Thru (aSK18SB)
The aSK18SB features an independent “thru” port that allows the
input signal to pass through in its entirety to additional passive
speakerstosharethepoweroftheconnectedamplier.Userscan
alsoapplyahighpassltertotheoutgoingsignalbyswitchingthe
“HighPass/Thru”switchtothehighpassposition.Thesubwoofer
itselfhasaninternallow-passlterpermanentlyactivated.This
ensures that only low-frequency signals are passed through to
the subwoofer, creating deeper and more lush bass while also
protecting the subwoofer itself.
Backplate for subwoofer (aSK18SB)Backplate for 2-way models (aSK 12, 15, 215)
Impedances
WithexceptiontotheaSK215andaSK18SB,thenominalimped-
anceoftheaSKspeakersis8Ω.ThismeansthatasingleaSK
speakercanbeusedwithanamplierchannelthatcanrundown
to8Ω.Similarly,twospeakerscanbeusedwithanamplierthat
canrunat4Ωperchannelandfourspeakerscanbeusedwithan
amplierthatcanrunatimpedancesof2Ω(checktheamplier’s
recommendedoperationbeforedoingso).Thenominalimpedance
of the aSK215 and aSK18SB is 4 ohms and thus a single unit can
beusedwithanamplierthatrunsdownto4ohmsperchannel.
Operation
Whenmakingaconnection,besuretoturnofftheamplierthat
youareconnecting to.Useonlyproperlywired¼”TRScables
withtheaSKspeakersastomaximizethepotentialofyoursetup.
Onceconnectionsaremade,turntheamplieronwithallchannels
settothezeroposition.Besurenottodrivetheampliertothe
point of overload or clipping for any length of time as to ensure
the integrity of the speaker.
Connections
The aSK passive loudspeakers all feature TS connectors for
speaker input and link/thru outputs. Input is received on pin 1 of
theaSK’sinputjacks,whilethesignalissentdirectlythroughto
the “thru” outputs. On the aSK 2-Way models, the “In” and “Thru”
jacks are interchangeable. This means that either connector can
be used as an input, and the other is then used as the “Thru” jack.
These “Thru” outputs allow the speakers to share the power from
asingleamplier.Inthisevent,thetotalspeakeramperageshould
behalved.Forexample,two8ohmaSKspeakerswilllowerthe
amperageto4ohms.Thismeanstheamplierthatpowersthe
speaker should be able to offer 4 ohm operation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name aSK 10 aSK12 aSK 15 aSK 215 aSK 18SB
System Specications
System Type 2-way 2-way 2-way 2-way Subwoofer
Frequency Response
(+/-3dB)
65Hz-20kHz 50Hz-20kHz 45Hz-20kHz 40Hz-20kHz 40Hz-250Hz
RMS(IEC268)/Music/
Peak
100/200/400W 200/400/800W 200/400/800W 400/800/1600W 300/600/1200W
Sensitivity 1w@1m 96dB 97dB 97dB 99dB 99dB
System Impedance 8ohm 8ohm 8ohm 4ohm 4ohm
Low Frequency Driver
Driver Size 255mm/10in 305mm/12in 381mm/15in 381mm/15in(Dual) 457mm/18in
DiaphramMaterial BlackMoriePaper BlackMoriePaper BlackMoriePaper BlackMoriePaper BlackMoriePaper
Voice Coil Diameter 35.5mm/1.4in 51mm/2.0in 51mm/2.0in 51mm/2.0in 77mm/3.0in
High Frequency Driver
Voice Coil Diameter 25.4mm/1.0in 34.4mm/1.35in 34.4mm/1.35in 34.4mm/1.35in
DiaphramMaterial TreatedMylar Pure Titanium Pure Titanium Pure Titanium -
HornDesign Wing-Guide™ Wing-Guide™ Wing-Guide™ Wing-Guide™ -
System Dispursion 90°x70° 90°x70° 90°x70° 90°x70° -
Input/Outputs
Connectors 1/4” Parallel Inputs 1/4” Parallel Inputs 1/4” Parallel Inputs 1/4” Parallel Inputs Speakonx2
Crossover
Type 2-way full range 2-way full range 2-way full range 2-way full range Subwoofer
Protection PTC Protection PTC Protection PTC Protection PTC Protection -
Enclosure
Shape/Type
Stage Speaker and
StageMonitor
Stage Speaker and
StageMonitor
Stage Speaker and
StageMonitor
Stage Speaker Stage Speaker
BoxProtection/Finish Ultra-Thick Carpet Ultra-Thick Carpet Ultra-Thick Carpet Ultra-Thick Carpet Ultra-Thick Carpet
Wood Thickness 15mm/0.6in 15mm/0.6in 15mm/0.6in 20mm/0.8in 20mm/0.8in
Grille Gauge 1.3mm 1.3mm 1.3mm 1.3mm 1.3mm
Wood type
MDFFront/LDF
Sides
MDFFront/LDF
Sides
MDFFront/LDF
Sides
MDFFront/LDF
Sides
MDFFront/LDF
Sides
Bracing
Stabilty Bracing
System
Stabilty Bracing
System
Stabilty Bracing
System
Stabilty Bracing
System
Stabilty Bracing
System
PoleMount 35mmPoleMount 35mmPoleMount 35mmPoleMount 35mmPoleMount 35mmPoleMount
Handles
EgronomicMetal
Handle
EgronomicMetal
Handle
EgronomicMetal
Handle
EgronomicMetal
Handle
EgronomicMetal
Handle
Net Weight 15kg/33lbs 16.5kg/36.3lbs 21kg/46.2lbs 44.5kg/97.9lbs 44kg/96.8lbs
Shipping Weight 16.5kg/36.3lbs 18.5kg/40.7lbs 23.5kg/51.7lbs 48.5kg/106.7lbs 46.5kg/102.3lbs
UnitDimension(HxWxD)
578x385x307mm
22.8x15.2x12.1in
607x405x323mm
23.9x15.9x12.7in
705x470x375mm
27.8x18.5x14.8in
1100x470x470mm
43.3x18.5x18.5in
535x620x620mm
21.1x24.4x24.4in
Shipping Dimensions
(HxWxD)
635x430x352mm
25.4x17.2x14.1in
660x450x368mm
26.4x18x14.75in
765x515x420mm
30.6x20.6x16.8in
1165x515x515mm
46.6x20.6x20.6in
600x665x665mm
24x26.6x26.6in
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SERVICE AND REPAIR
For replacement parts, service and repairs please contact the Phonic distributor in your
country. Phonic does not release service manuals to consumers, and advice users to not
attempt any self repairs, as doing so voids all warranties. You can locate a dealer near you at
http://www.phonic.com/where/.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Phonic stands behind every product we make with a no-hassles warranty. Warranty coverage
may be extended, depending on your region. Phonic Corporation warrants this product for a
minimum of one year from the original date of purchase against defects in material and
workmanship under use as instructed by the user’s manual. Phonic, at its option, shall repair
or replace the defective unit covered by this warranty. Please retain the dated sales receipt as
evidence of the date of purchase. You will need it for any warranty service. No returns or repairs
will be accepted without a proper RMA number (return merchandise authorization). In order to
keep this warranty in effect, the product must have been handled and used as prescribed in the
instructions accompanying this warranty. Any tampering of the product or attempts of self repair
voids all warranty. This warranty does not cover any damage due to accident, misuse, abuse,
or negligence. This warranty is valid only if the product was purchased new from an authorized
Phonic dealer/distributor. For complete warranty policy information, please visit
http://www.phonic.com/warranty/.
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
We encourage you to visit our online help at http://www.phonic.com/support/. There you can find
answers to frequently asked questions, tech tips, driver downloads, returns instruction and other
helpful information. We make every effort to answer your questions within one business day.
http://www.phonic.com
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CONTENIDO
Manual del Usuario
Phonic se reserva el derecho de mejorar o alterar cualquier información
provista dentro de este documento sin previo aviso.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
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INTRODUCCIÓN
1
CARACTERÍSTICAS
1
CONEXIONES
2
ESPECIFICACIONES
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