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Line Array User’s Manual

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RH546      16/04

19201 Cook Street, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610-3501

Tel: 949-588-9997   Fax: 949-588-9514   E-mail: [email protected]   Web: www.renkus-heinz.com

Digital remote inclinometer – with a remote sensor in the bumper and a meter unit at ground level to ensure
precise aiming of the cluster. A typical unit for this purpose is the Schaevitz Anglestar.

Audio Analysis Software – strongly recommended but perhaps not absolutely essential.  SDA EASERA, or SIA
SmaartLive, SmaartPro or Spectrafoo enable rapid and detailed analysis of the acoustical performance.  EASERA
and SmaartLive offer the additional benefit of enabling you to adjust FOH EQ on the D26 Digital Controller while
observing the results in a dual-FFT window on your laptop.  Consider taking a training course in using one of
these tools if you are not already competent with them – it will pay dividends in increased performance and in
your general knowledge of the principles underlying sound reinforcement.

Testing and Maintenance

Transducers:

Your Renkus-Heinz Line Array system is a precision piece of equipment that needs periodic maintenance in order
to give long and reliable service.  We recommend regular testing of all cone, compression and CoEntrant drivers,
preferably using a suitable test rig and process testing software or at least a sine wave generator and careful
listening test coupled with a visual inspection.

Hardware:

There are several critical points in the cabinets.  Of primary concern are:

a) The machine screws attaching the enclosure to the flying hardware

b) The screws attaching the field-replaceable horn flare to the front of the enclosure (STLA & STXLA only)
These fasteners should be regularly checked and tightened as necessary.

Cleaning:

The exterior of the cabinet and the rigging system can be cleaned with a damp cloth soaked in mild soapy water.
On no account use solvent-based cleansers , which may damage the finish of the cabinet.   After cleaning, the
rigging system must be treated with a suitable lubricant (such as Scottoil FS365, a water-based lubricant with a
mixture of machine oil, surfactant and anti-rust treatment) to prevent rusting.

Summary of Contents for PN102

Page 1: ...Line Array User s Manual 1...

Page 2: ...rays or run into a problem using one of our line arrays call our technical support staff Phone 949 588 9997 Monday through Friday between 8 00 AM and 5 00 PM Pacific Time Ask for Jim Mobley Extension...

Page 3: ...orcement professionals have worked with horizontal arrays that use megaphone variant horns to deliver more or less equal power to equal angles Vertical arrays so called line arrays are designed to del...

Page 4: ...RE ALWAYS RADIATED FROM SEPARATE SOURCES AND WAVEGUIDES 10 VERTICAL ARRAYS TAKE ONE OF THREE POSSIBLE SHAPES FLAT SYMMETRICALLY CURVED AND asymmetrically curved J 12 VARIANTS OF THE J PRODUCE THE BEST...

Page 5: ...X14 X24 ANALOG CONTROLLERS 27 D26 DIGITAL CONTROLLER 27 EXTERNAL AMPLIFIERS 27 SIGNAL PATH FOR SELF POWERED SYSTEMS 27 LOUDSPEAKER WIRING 27 VERTICAL ARRAY CONFIGURATION 28 FINAL PRE SOUND CHECK CHECK...

Page 6: ...optional PNX102 LA SYSTEMS PNX102 LA Line Array Module Designed for bi amp power with external amplifiers using X Series analog or D26 digital controllers for Loudspeaker Specific Processing and prote...

Page 7: ...dual 18 subwoofer recommended STXLA LineArray Systems STXLA 9 LineArray Module Designed for tri amp power with external amplifiers using the X14 Controller for Loudspeaker Specific Processing Uses th...

Page 8: ...d in this device has a significant advantage over other techniques such as reflectors and obstacle arrays Reflectors and obstacle arrays operate over a relatively narrow bandwidth perhaps four octaves...

Page 9: ...cal array of these devices will produce a coherent wavefront from 350 Hz to 19 kHz The sound system design can shape the vertical dispersion of this wavefront by altering the splay angle between modul...

Page 10: ...ont is required Christian Heil was the first to demonstrate that such a waveguide was possible Since then a number of other approaches have been used successfully Interestingly enough all of these hav...

Page 11: ...Line Array User s Manual 11 Straight flat Line Array Curved LineArray J LineArray...

Page 12: ...Ware shows you accurate predictions of real world results in seconds not hours When you are done you can save the design as a file for later recall or modification You can also import the file into EA...

Page 13: ...es at the left of the screen to add or remove modules and to set the splay angles AimWare shows you instantly whether you are getting closer to an optimum design or farther away For most venues the en...

Page 14: ...the inputs to all modules that receive different signal levels STXLA Externally Powered Systems STXAmplifier Selection STXLA array modules are tri amplified For optimum performance we recommend the X...

Page 15: ...ay design you will need to attenuate the inputs to all modules that receive different signal levels Optional CobraNet Connections The optional Renkus Heinz CobraNet Breakout Box provides a very simple...

Page 16: ...or further information SAFETY FIRST This manual offers guidance only for Renkus Heinz loudspeaker systems References in this manual to other rigging equipment such as motor hoists steels shackles etc...

Page 17: ...und stacked PA systems than to improperly flown systems There are several reasons for this fact however the message is clear Always survey the supporting structure upon which a ground stack is to be b...

Page 18: ...S STLA line array modules can be stacked up to four high on the STDolly Splay angles can be set while the cabinets are on the ground To set minimum splay angle simply insert the quick release pin thro...

Page 19: ...angle two operators one per side of the enclosure should lift the top enclosure until the proper holes on the tie bar and receiving pin are aligned Then insert the quick release pin Check to make sur...

Page 20: ...to the top array module attach the side pieces using the provided quick release pins RHANGSTLA hardware is manufactured for Renkus Heinz by ATM Flyware To attach the RHANGSTLA fly bar insert it into t...

Page 21: ...chment bar forward or backward When moving the bridle attachment points check that the attachment knobs are completely locked Also check that both sides of the top bar are located to the same hole on...

Page 22: ...nection analog XLR or digital CobraNet Connect the top module of each group that will receive the same signal first All modules in the group that will receive this signal can be connected using the Lo...

Page 23: ...ns using the Mute buttons and LED indicators on the PM 3 DigitalTri Amplifier Renkus Heinz uses the Neutrik PowerCon connector for self powered loudspeaker systems Each module requires its own AC cabl...

Page 24: ...ions To set adjacent modules at 0 splay align the bottom hole on theTie Bar with the bottom hole in the lower module s receiving tube For medium splay 3 in uptilt position or 2 in the downtilt positio...

Page 25: ...owntilt position align the middle hole on theTie Bar with the bottom hole on the receiving tube LANDINGTHE SYSTEM AND LOADING OUT Carefully lower the array onto the dolly Align the front edge of the d...

Page 26: ...module s tie bars fit into slots on the sides of the dolly Attach the module to the dolly using quick release pins on both sides The STDolly will support up to four modules Remove the quick release pi...

Page 27: ...ave one operator stabilize the dolly stacked modules then raise the array until the tie bars are free of the receiving tubes Roll the dolly and the stack of modules out of the way and repeat the proce...

Page 28: ...dules and subwoofers properly configured In particular check voltage gain settings and input gain settings Signal path for self powered systems Are all line array modules properly connected Are the su...

Page 29: ...measuring vertical and horizontal angles in the venue An ideal product is the Calpac Laser projecting a dot version Carpenter s level used to ascertain the trueness of the surface from which the angl...

Page 30: ...reinforcement Testing and Maintenance Transducers Your Renkus Heinz LineArray system is a precision piece of equipment that needs periodic maintenance in order to give long and reliable service We rec...

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