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WARNINGS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

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•  Read this document thoroughly, follow all safety warnings and keep it for future reference.

•  The exclamation mark inside a triangle indicates that whatever repairing and component replacement 

operations must be done by qualified and authorized personnel.

•  No user serviceable parts inside.

•  Only use accessories tested and approved by IDEA and supplied by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. 

•  Installations, rigging and suspension operations must be done by qualified personnel.

•  This is a Class I device. Do not remove Mains connector ground.

•  Only use accessories specified by IDEA, complying with maximum loads specifications and following local 

safety regulations.

•  Read the specifications and connection instructions before proceeding to connect the system and use only 

cabling supplied or recommended by IDEA. Connection of the system should be done by qualified personnel.

•  Professional sound reinforcement systems can deliver high SPL levels that may result in hearing damage. Do 

not stand close to the system while in use.

•  Loudspeaker produce magnetic field even while they are not in use or even when disconnected. Do not place 

or expose loudspeakers to any device that is sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data 
storage magnetic material.

•  Keep the equipment in the safe working temperature range [0º-45º] at all times.

•  Disconnect the equipment during lightning storms and when it is not to be used for a long time. 

•  Do not expose this device to rain or moisture.

•  Do not place any objects containing liquids, such as bottles or glasses, on the top of the unit. Do not splash 

liquids on the unit.

•  Clean with a wet cloth. Do not use solvent-based cleaners.

•  Regularly check the loudspeaker housings and accessories for visible signs of wear and tear, and replace 

them when necessary. 

•  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

•  This symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Follow local 

regulation for recycling of electronic devices. 

•  IDEA declines any responsibility from misuse that may result in malfunction or damage of the equipment.

Summary of Contents for EVO88-M

Page 1: ...User Manual Dual 8 Active Line Array System EVO88 M ...

Page 2: ...ERVIEW 5 DESCRIPTION 5 DSP AMP POWER MODULE 6 DSP CONTROLS 7 SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS 8 MINIMUM ARRAY CURVATURE 9 MEDIUM ARRAY CURVATURE 10 MAXIMUM ARRAY CURVATURE 11 RIGGING AND INSTALLATION 12 RECOMMENDED SYSTEM SUSPENSION PROCEDURE 13 CONFIGURATION EXAMPLE 14 TECHNICAL DATA 15 TECHNICAL DRAWINGS 15 ACCESSORIES 16 ...

Page 3: ...high SPL levels that may result in hearing damage Do not stand close to the system while in use Loudspeaker produce magnetic field even while they are not in use or even when disconnected Do not place or expose loudspeakers to any device that is sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material Keep the equipment in the safe working temperature range 0º 45º...

Page 4: ...3 2 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility Immunity All IDEA products are guaranteed against any manufacturing defect for a period of 5 years from date of purchase for acoustical parts and 2 years from date of purchase for electronic devices The guarantee excludes damage from incorrect use of the product Any guarantee repair replacement and servicing must be exclusively done by the factory or any of a...

Page 5: ...e array element that features a 1 2 kW Class D Powersoft power module One unit of self powered EVO88 M feeds one passive EVO88 P integrating a straightforward active system that optimises costs setup and logistics The HF assembly mounts a 3 compression driver and an IDEA proprietary Hi Q waveguide allowing for minimum vertical gap between array elements providing optimum element coupling and reduc...

Page 6: ...eady Signal Audio signal activity Temp Balanced audio XLR Output connector Limit Limiter is actvie Gain Level Amp gain level knob with 40 intermediate jumps Active Preset Visual indicator for active preset number Array configuration preloaded presets and setups EVO88 M is feature 1200 W Class D Powersoft power module EVO88 M internal DSP feature 4 preloaded presets to fit most common internal angu...

Page 7: ...ve boxes XLR Audio Input PowerCON AC Input PowerCON AC Link between active boxes INPUT LINK Nominal Impedance 16 Ohm Recommended Amp Power 600 1200 W Input Signal Parallel Signal NL 4 PINOUT EVO88 P Suspension of this product should be implemented by qualified professionals following safe rigging practices and local regulations Refer to the owner s manuals for rigging instructions system components...

Page 8: ...iciently and require a compensation of the amplitude of the LF signal from the crossover point with the subwoofers up to different frequency points depending on the number of elements present in the array For this purpose the Settings are grouped in four Array lengths Element counts 4 6 6 8 8 12 and 12 16 Array Curvature The second key element for the DSP setting of the Arrays is the curvature of ...

Page 9: ...coverage These settings are available for TEOd8 and other External Standalone DSP processors for IDEA Active Line Array systems like EVO88 and included in IDEA System Amplifier DSP Solutions 4 6 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 4 x 5 elements configuration Total splay angle sum 16 6 8 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 3 x 7 elements configuration Total splay angle sum 18 8 12 x ...

Page 10: ... the applications These presets are found as standard in the EVO88 M integrated DSP and can be directly selected from the back pannel interface as shown in Section of this document 4 6 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 9 x 5 elements configuration Total splay angle sum 36 6 8 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 6 x 7 elements configuration Total splay angle sum 36 8 12 x EVO88 elem...

Page 11: ... close to grandstands in Sport arenas These settings are available for TEOd8 and other External Standalone DSP processors for IDEA Active Line Array systems like EVO88 and included in IDEA System Amplifier DSP Solutions 4 6 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 10 x 5 elements configuration Total splay angle sum 40 6 8 x EVO88 elements The example image shows a 9 x 7 elements configuration To...

Page 12: ...uct should be implemented by qualified professionals following safe rigging practices and local regulations PRODUCT OF EUROPE Made in Spain Designed engineered and manufactured by IDEA in Cedeira Galicia Max Load Safety Ratio For futher information scan the QR code visit ww ideaproaudio com rigging 16xEVO20 or 500 kg 12 1 EVO88 Line Array elements feature an integrated steel rigging hardware espec...

Page 13: ...on the transport cart for a more convenient quicker setup operation Fit the flying rigging frame RF 600 to the top element of EVO88 using the included locking pins Unlock the bottom EVO88 element from the transport cart and proceed to suspend the system up to a comfortable position for next step Lift the four top elements to a level where the next EVO88 elements in the transport cart naturally all...

Page 14: ...rofessional Loudspeaker Management System Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal Clip Limit 6 dB Signal TEOd8 70 cm PowerCON Links AC 32A 70 cm XLR Links Balanced audio signal 140 cm Pow...

Page 15: ...on 15 18 mm Plywood with Aquaforce finish Rigging Hardware High resistance coated steel integrated 4 point rigging hardware 10 angulation points 0 10 internal splay angles in 1 steps Dimensions WxHxD 630 x 223 x 495 mm 24 8 x 8 8 x 19 5 inch Weight 35 5 kg 78 2 lbs Accessories 1 x Neutrik XLR XLR balanced audio 70 cm link cable included 1 x Neutrik SpeakON NL 4 70 cm link cable included 1 x Neutri...

Page 16: ...atio12 1 CRT EVO88 can store and transport up to 4xEVO88 elements The bottom box is safely locked to an integrated rigging structure that allows for safe operation Dimmensions 700 x 700 x 250 mm wheels included Net Weight 16 Kg Max Elements 4 x EVO88 COV EVO88 can store and transport up to 4xEVO88 elements and the RF EVO88 rigging frame The bottom box is safely locked to the rigging structure of C...

Page 17: ...dio com resources IDEA is always in pursuit of better performance greater reliability and design features technical specifications and minor finish details may vary without notice in order to improve our products 2015 I MAS D Electroacústica SL Av Constitución 5 9 46009 VALENCIA www ideaproaudio com ...

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