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aSK10 / aSK12 / aSK15 / aSK215 / aSK18
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions carefully before using your aSK Speakers.
2. Keep this safety and instruction flier for future reference.
3. Ensure you follow all instructions carefully.
4. When used in conjunction with Amplifiers 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 amplifier 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 first). 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 first, then turn off all other devices. However
many professional amplifiers 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 amplifiers.
These cables are not heavy enough to be able to handle the
amplifier 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 qualified and certified 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 qualified or do not know of said regulations, ensure
you consult qualified 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 / 200W Music / 400W Peak
• Long-Throw 10" Woofer and 1.3" Titanium compression tweeter
• Frequency response between 65Hz and 20kHz
• ¼” phone jack connectors for input and output
• Metal pole mount for speaker stands
• Integrated metal handle for easy mobility
• Sturdy construction with ultra-thick protective carpeting finish
aSK12
12” Passive Stage Speaker / Floor Monitor
• Power handling: 200W RMS / 400W Music / 800W 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
• Metal pole mount for speaker stands
• Integrated metal handle for easy mobility
• Sturdy construction with ultra-thick protective carpeting finish
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
• Metal pole mount for speaker stands
• Integrated metal handle for easy mobility
• Sturdy construction with ultra-thick protective carpeting finish
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 finish
aSK18
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
• Metal pole mount on top for mounting speakers
• Integrated metal handles for easy mobility
• Sturdy construction with ultra-thick protective carpeting finish
Equalization
The aSK speakers are design to perfectly reproduce all audio
signals as sent by your amplifier 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
amplifier 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.
Impedances
With exception to the aSK215 and aSK18, the nominal imped-
ance of the aSK speakers is 8Ω. This means that a single aSK
speaker can be used with an amplifier channel that can run down
to 8Ω. Similarly, two speakers can be used with an amplifier that
can run at 4Ω per channel and four speakers can be used with an
amplifier that can run at impedances of 2Ω (check the amplifier’s
recommended operation before doing so).The nominal impedance
of the aSK215 and aSK18 is 4 ohms and thus a single unit can
be used with an amplifier that runs down to 4 ohms per channel.
Operation
When making a connection, be sure to turn off the amplifier 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 amplifier on with all channels
set to the zero position. Be sure not to drive the amplifier to the
point of overload or clipping for any length of time as to ensure
the integrity of the speaker.
