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Arcline 218

User Guide V1.0

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Summary of Contents for Arcline 118

Page 1: ...Arcline 218 User Guide V1 0 ...

Page 2: ... without notice For the latest online version visit www voidacoustics com Void Acoustics and the Void logo are registered trademarks of Void Acoustics Research Ltd in the United Kingdom USA and other countries all other Void trademarks are the property of Void Acoustics Research Ltd ...

Page 3: ...s 8 4 5 Arcline 218 dimensions 8 5 Cabling and wiring 9 5 1 Electrical safety 9 5 2 Cable considerations for fixed installations 9 5 3 Impedance graph 9 5 4 Arcline 218 wiring diagram 10 5 5 Bias Q5 speakON wiring 10 5 6 Amplifier loading guidelines 11 6 Operating modes 12 6 1 Manual handling guidelines 12 6 2 Typical modes 12 6 3 Cardioid modes 13 6 3 1 Symmetrical 13 6 3 2 Asymmetrical 13 7 Adju...

Page 4: ... level the less exposure needed to cause such damage Avoid prolonged exposure to the high sound levels from the loudspeaker 1 2 Limitations This guide is provided to help familiarise the user with the loudspeaker system and its accessories It is not intended to provide comprehensive electrical fire mechanical and noise training and is not a substitute for industry approved training Nor does this g...

Page 5: ...re will initiate corrective repairs upon receipt of the returned product Please save the original carton and all the packing materials in case shipping is required All products being returned to the factory or service centre for repairs must be shipped prepaid If the repairs made by Void or the Void Authorised Service Centre are not satisfactory the Owner is instructed to give written notice to Vo...

Page 6: ...ents are found to be damaged inform the shipping company and inform your dealer When you are removing your Arcline 218 loudspeaker from its original packaging Arcline 218 loudspeakers come packaged in a lid and base carton that has a protective sleeve around it avoid using sharp implements to remove the cardboard to protect the finish If you need to place the loudspeaker on a flat surface make sur...

Page 7: ... footprint This FEA modelled hyperboloid porting also significantly reduces port noise and air distortion while the advanced internal brace design brings a noticeable weight reduction and increased cabinet rigidity Arrayable with the Arcline 118 in multiple configurations including cardioid this brings a new level of versatility to the audio arena Aesthetically pleasing cable management when runni...

Page 8: ...2 x 18 LF neodymium Dispersion Array dependant Connectors Front 2 x 4 pole speakON NL4 Rear 2 x 4 pole speakON NL4 Height 566 mm 22 3 Width 1316 mm 51 8 Depth 700 mm 27 6 Weight 91 kg 200 6 lbs Enclosure 18 mm plywood Finish Textured polyurethane Rigging 1 x M20 top hat 1 Measured in half space 2 AES2 1984 compliant 3 Calculated 4 5 Arcline 218 dimensions 1316 51 8 550 21 7 707 27 8 1324 52 1 695 ...

Page 9: ...permanent installations should be compliant with the following standards IEC 60332 1 Fire retardancy of a single cable IEC 60332 3C Fire retardancy of bunched cables IEC 60754 1 Amount of Halogen Gas Emissions IEC 60754 2 Degree of acidity of released gases IEC 61034 2 Measurement of smoke density We suggest using the following maximum copper cable lengths to keep level losses below 0 6 dB Metric ...

Page 10: ... panel Phoenix connector PCB 1 1 2 2 5 4 Arcline 218 wiring diagram speakONTM pins 1 1 speakONTM pins 2 2 In Driver 1 18 LF Driver 2 18 LF Out LF link LF link Figure 5 2 Wiring diagram 5 Cabling and wiring 5 5 Bias Q5 speakONTM wiring LF 1 LF 1 LF 2 LF 2 LF 1 LF 1 LF 2 LF 2 Figure 5 3 Bias Q5 Bias Q5 Output 1 and 2 Output LF 2 x 18 Max parallel units 4 2 Ω load to amplifier ...

Page 11: ...rcline 8 4 Ω per channel 1 amplifier Figure 5 6 3 x Arcline 218 and 6 x Arcline 8 2 66 Ω per channel 2 amplifier 5 6 Amplifier loading guidelines To maximise the transient response it is recommended that each amplifier not be loaded solely with frequency enclosures Here we have shown equal loading with Arcline 8 Ensure all amplifier channels are loaded equally and limiters engage correctly ...

Page 12: ...or more information on safe handling consult INDG143 6 2 Typical modes Although the modes of arrangement shown here are typical operating modes for low frequency enclosures the Arcline 218 system s symmetrical design lends itself to wide range of configurations Simple planer arrays and stacks to directional and steerable arrays are possible given suitable electronics and presets Contact your local...

Page 13: ...Arcline 218 can be arrayed in a variety of cardioid configurations depending on the requirements of the system with a few examples shown below For other layouts or more information please contact your local Void distributor dealer 6 3 1 Symmetrical A symmetrical layout as shown in figure 6 2a and 6 2b will reduce rear rejection Note that figure 6 2a an Arcline 218 stacked vertically above an Arcli...

Page 14: ...en making adjustments please note the following Removing the grille can cause debris to collect within the enclosure take care to remove anything that may have collected internally Do not use impact tools 7 1 Wheel removal Figure 7 1 Bolt removal Step 1 Remove all four M6 bolts with a 6 mm Allen key Step 2 Remove add the wheels and keep in a safe place Repeat the process for the other three wheels...

Page 15: ...our dealer will need to see a copy of your sales receipt as proof of purchase so please have this to hand when applying for return authorisation 8 2 Shipping and packing considerations When sending a Void Arcline 218 loudspeaker to an authorised service centre please write a detailed description of the fault and list any other equipment used in conjunction with the faulty product Accessories will ...

Page 16: ...d at 1 m using IEC265 5 pink noise Power handling shall be 3000 W AES at a rated impedance of 2 x 8 Ω with pressure sensitivity of 100 dB measured at 1W 1m The wiring connection shall be via four Neutrik speakON NL4 two front and two rear of the enclosure two for input and two for loop out to another speaker to allow for pre wiring of the connector before installation The enclosure shall be constr...

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