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3 Hookup 

3.3 

Onboard Tuning Features

AIR-Series Loudspeakers 

Owner’s Manual

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3.3 

Onboard Tuning Features

AIR-series loudspeakers make it easy to customize the loudspeaker’s performance 
for your application. To access the controls, simply press the Master level 
encoder and turn it to scroll through the menu options. Press the encoder 
again to select a parameter and adjust it. Press again to continue scrolling.

3.3.1  

Full-Range Models: AIR10, AIR12, and AIR15

Mode. This selects a preset optimized for different applications:

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DJ (Default).

 Use this preset for music playback.

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FOH.

 Use this preset for normal front-of-house use. 

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Enhance.

 Use this preset to achieve a warmer sound.

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Monitor.

 Use this preset for normal stage floor monitor use.

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Speech.

 Use this preset for applications where speech intelligibility is critical.

Locate. Adjusts the loudspeaker’s performance for different positions.

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Stand (Default).

 Select this option when mounting 

your loudspeaker on a pole or tripod.

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Suspend.

 Use this preset for flown installations.

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Bracket.

 Use this preset for wall-mount applications.

Treble. Adjusts the level of the high-frequency content reproduction. You can 
adjust the high-frequency response from -10 dB to +10 dB (Default: 0 dB).
Bass. Adjusts the level of the low-frequency content reproduction. You can 
adjust the low-frequency response from -10 dB to +10 dB (Default: 0 dB).
LED. Turns the grille LED on (Default) or off or sets it to 
illuminate only when the protection limiter is engaged.
Brightness. Adjusts the brightness of the display.
Contrast. Adjusts the contrast of the display.

System Reset.

 Resets the system settings to factory default.

System Info. Opens the System Information screen.
Exit. Select to return to the Level screen. You will be given the option to 
save any changes you’ve made to the DSP settings before exiting.

3.3.2  

Subwoofers: AIR15s and AIR18s

Mode. This selects a preset optimized for different applications:

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Normal (Default).

 Use this preset for normal front-of-house use.

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Mo’ Bass.

 Use this preset to boost the low-end response in your AIR sub. 

Locate. Adjusts the loudspeaker’s performance for 
arrayed and non-arrayed applications.

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Normal (Default).

 Select this option when using your AIR-

series subwoofer in an non-arrayed configuration.

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Cardioid.

 Use this preset to create a ground-stacked cardioid 

subwoofer array with two of the same model subwoofer.

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End-Fire.

 Use this preset to create an end-fire subwoofer 

array with two of the same model subwoofer. 

Delay. Adds delay time to the subwoofer. By default, no alignment delay is applied.
Polarity. Enables reversing the polarity of the summed input signal. 

Summary of Contents for AIR SERIES

Page 1: ...AIR Series Advanced Impulse Response Loudspeakers Owner s Manual www presonus com...

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Page 3: ...dure AIR15s and AIR18s 4 3 Hookup 5 3 1 Rear Panel Connections and Controls 5 3 1 1 Full Range Models AIR10 AIR12 and AIR15 5 3 1 2 Subwoofers AIR15s and AIR18s 6 3 2 Power 6 3 3 Onboard Tuning Featur...

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Page 5: ...1 2 About This Manual This manual covers hardware features and functions for full range AIR series loudspeakers AIR10 AIR12 and AIR15 and for the companion AIR15s and AIR18s subwoofer We suggest that...

Page 6: ...ed installation 1 3 2 Subwoofers AIR15s and AIR18s 15 18 woofer with 3 voice coil Polarity invert Fully variable lowpass filter lets you dial in upper frequency limit Easy cardioid array presets 1 200...

Page 7: ...ker and plug it into a grounded AC outlet or surge protector 2 Turn the level knobs fully counterclockwise to the lowest position 3 Connect your microphone or line level source such as a PreSonus Stud...

Page 8: ...should be connected to Input 2 5 Connect Outputs 1 and 2 of your AIR series subwoofer to the line inputs of the left and right full range loudspeakers respectively 6 Power on your line level source 7...

Page 9: ...nput device will create a momentary spike in the audio output of your AIR series full range loudspeaker Because of this it is highly recommended that you turn down the channel trim or power down your...

Page 10: ...trol to access all the DSP functions in your AIR series loudspeaker Power User Tip A subwoofer can significantly change the frequency response of a full range system A 3 way system with a subwoofer wi...

Page 11: ...dB Default 0 dB Bass Adjusts the level of the low frequency content reproduction You can adjust the low frequency response from 10 dB to 10 dB Default 0 dB LED Turns the grille LED on Default or off o...

Page 12: ...and setting the crossover can be found in the AIR series Application Guide at PreSonus com Unit Sets the unit for the delay setting meter or foot LED Turns the grille LED on Default or off or to illu...

Page 13: ...121 dB 123 dB 124 dB Nominal Dispersion HxV 90 x 60 90 x 60 90 x 60 Inputs 2 x XLR TRS mic line combo 1 x 1 8 TRS stereo 2 x XLR TRS mic line combo 1 x 1 8 TRS stereo 2 x XLR TRS mic line combo 1 x 1...

Page 14: ...Hz to 150 Hz Maximum Output SPL 126 dB 127 dB Inputs 2 x XLR TRS line combo 2 x XLR TRS line combo Outputs 2 x XLR Link Out 1 x XLR Link Out DSP Features LCD screen with EQ and multiple presets LCD sc...

Page 15: ...Loudspeaker is on but there s no sound Check to make sure the signal is live from an external source Check that output faders are up on the mixing console and check the output level using headphones...

Page 16: ...of Coverage Provided at no additional cost Included at no additional cost Who to contact to make a claim The seller PreSonus technical support for your region What This Warranty Covers PreSonus Audio...

Page 17: ...place at our sole and absolute option products covered by this warranty at no charge for labor or materials If the product must be shipped to PreSonus for warranty service the customer must pay the in...

Page 18: ...you Exclusion of Damages PRESONUS S LIABILITY FOR ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT AT PRESONUS S SOLE OPTION IF PRESONUS ELECTS TO REPLACE THE PRODUCT THE...

Page 19: ...epan or large skillet heat oil on medium high and slowly add flour a tablespoon at a time to create a roux Continue cooking the roux until it begins to brown creating a dark blond roux 2 Add garlic on...

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