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Introduction

L Class represents the next generation of advanced, intelligent, active loudspeakers/subwoofers for applications ranging from simple, 
portable, plug-and-play setups, to demanding, networked, high-tech AV productions and fixed installations.

The LS118 active subwoofer features a brilliant combination of leading-edge innovation, refined engineering and unparalleled ease of 
use in an easy-to-deploy package.

Key Features and Technologies

• Very high output (136 dB peak SPL) with impressive low frequency performance
• Purpose-designed, 460 mm (18-inch) long excursion direct radiating driver
• Energy-efficient, 3600 W peak power Class D amplifier module with Power Factor Correction and extremely low AC consumption
• Acoustic Linear Phase (ALP) design provides complementary coherence between QSC loudspeakers/subwoofers deployed in the 

same audio system delivering a uniform listening experience across the entire venue.

• QSC SysNav

 (System Navigator) App allows the user to easily design, configure, control, monitor and apply signal processing to 

individual subwoofers, full arrays or groupings of both.

• Network solution includes digital audio-over-IP (Dante

®

) for interoperability with other audio equipment and seamless control and 

monitoring integration into the Q-SYS Ecosystem via Q-SYS Inventory Extensions.

• Omni-directional or cardioid radiation modes (cardioid setup requires min. 2 units)
• Selectable DEEP

 mode for extremely low frequency extension

• Rugged painted wood enclosure for lasting durability
• Four low-noise, heavy-duty casters
• Vertical or horizontal deployments (M20 threaded pole receivers) combined with array frame/ground-stack adapters or 

loudspeaker poles.

• Complemented by LA108 and LA112 active line array loudspeakers
• Industry-best global 6-Year Extended Warranty with product registration.

What’s in the Box

(1) LS118 Active  

Subwoofer unit

(1) AC power cord, with 

PowerCON

®

 TRUE1 

(3 m / 10 ft) connectors

(1) Quick Start Guide

(1) Safety Sheet 

TD-001655-00

Summary of Contents for LS118

Page 1: ...L Class User Manual LS118 Active Subwoofer TD 001679 01 A TD 001679 01...

Page 2: ...udspeakers over a Subwoofer 11 LS118 Flown Deployment 12 Safety 12 Rigging Safety Regulations 12 Rules for Suspension 12 Using the LS118 Integrated Suspension Points 13 LS118 Rear Panel 14 System Powe...

Page 3: ...een 20 Home Screen Status 21 Menu 22 Settings 22 Utilities 22 Regulatory 22 Additional Functions 23 DSP Features 23 LS118 Accessories 23 Complementary Accessories 23 LS118 Care and Maintenance 24 LS11...

Page 4: ...osta otm otm_vii otm_vii_1 html app_vii 1_2 1 Keep these instructions 2 Heed all warnings 3 Follow all instructions 4 Do not use this apparatus near water 5 Clean only with a dry cloth 6 Install in a...

Page 5: ...with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause ha...

Page 6: ...ening experience across the entire venue QSC SysNav System Navigator App allows the user to easily design configure control monitor and apply signal processing to individual subwoofers full arrays or...

Page 7: ...Temporary Weather Shield TWS accessory attachment ring 4 Dual M20 threaded socket for 35 mm loudspeaker pole 5 Slip resistant feet four on the bottom 6 Slip resistant feet four on the side 7 Front po...

Page 8: ...across the front of the stage Cardioid Configurations Two or more LS1 18 active subwoofers can be arranged and configured to produce a cardioid radiation pattern very simply with no complex calculatio...

Page 9: ...rear facing subwoofer on the bottom Good Side by Side Placing the LS1 18 active subwoofers side by side may save space but creates a less precise cardioid pattern Floor Cardiod Forward Front View as...

Page 10: ...but with slightly less optimal rear attenuation Figure 6 is a top view of a back to back three box array Figure 7 is a front view of a stacked three box array Use the bottom subwoofer as the rear fac...

Page 11: ...S1 18 subwoofer in horizontal or vertical orientations LS1 18 Config LA108 LA108 x2 LA108 x3 LA1 12 LA1 12 x2 KLA12 KLA12 x2 KW153 KW152 KW122 K12 2 CP12 Single Subwoofer Vertical 36 in Pole 4 4 6 4 6...

Page 12: ...ng and attaching the equipment to the supporting structure Correct use of all suspension hardware and components is imperative in sound system suspension and deployment Always calculate suspended load...

Page 13: ...n either direction based on the space or visual requirements of the installation 1 Use a 6 mm hex key to remove the four hex screws from the four LS1 18 M10 installation points on the top or side of t...

Page 14: ...tch EtherCON connections to SysNav and or Dante enabled system 6 Balanced analog input connection for line level sources 7 Parallel Through balanced analog output connection of the balanced input 8 Po...

Page 15: ...opriate for the location of deployment AC Connectors The LS1 18 Subwoofer features dual powerCON TRUE1 AC connectors to support daisy chaining multiple loudspeakers subwoofers within an array or for g...

Page 16: ...he AC mains Daisy Chaining 1 Insert the locking POWER OUT connector of the jumper cable not included fully into the OUTLET connector on the rear panel Twist clockwise until it locks in place 2 Insert...

Page 17: ...subwoofer Using the XLR connectors subwoofers can be safely daisy chained up to any combination of eight 8 subwoofers or top boxes without any signal loss NOTE It is not recommended to use unbalanced...

Page 18: ...nservative The L Class loudspeakers subwoofers default to 1 ms which will accommodate up to 10 switch hops As a reference point a Dante mixer connected through an ethernet switch to a 6 box daisy chai...

Page 19: ...bwoofer within the array SysNav also manages Firmware updates b QSC Q SYS Designer This Windows application is available from QSC com and allows the user to discover control and monitor each loudspeak...

Page 20: ...r waiting 30 seconds 1 Rotate to adjust gain on HOME screen or select values in the MENU Press to confirm a selected value 2 Press to access the MENU from the HOME screen or press while in the MENU to...

Page 21: ...ubwoofer has not been connected to a functioning network since it s last power cycle Red The subwoofer was previously connected to a functioning network since it s last power cycle but it has lost con...

Page 22: ...output 24 dBu For use with high output professional mixing consoles using typically XLR connectors 4 dBu For use with low output mixing consoles or audio interfaces using typically 6 35 mm 1 4 in TRS...

Page 23: ...s Sold Separately Ground Stack with LA108 loudspeaker LA108 AF Array Frame combined with LA108 KIT SA Stack Adapter Kit Ground Stack with LA1 12 loudspeaker LA1 12 AF Array Frame combined with LA1 12...

Page 24: ...s page on the QSC website for Technical Support and Customer Care including their phone numbers and hours of operation https www qsc com contact us Warranty For a copy of the QSC Limited Warranty visi...

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