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L16 manual
2x8"/1x4"/1x2.5" Line Source Module Operating & Rigging Instructions
quint audio L16 manual 1.0/en
L16
high performance arrayable loudspeaker
Страница 1: ...quint audio www quintaudio com L16 manual 2x8 1x4 1x2 5 Line Source Module Operating Rigging Instructions quint audio L16 manual 1 0 en L16 high performance arrayable loudspeaker ...
Страница 2: ... product is only possible if the user manual is available Any changes made to the product must be documented in writing and passed on to the buyer in the event of resale As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards Quint Audio BV reserves the right to change the specifications of the product and the content of this manual without prior notice Please check the Quint Audio BV websit...
Страница 3: ...e dynamic stress to the rigging components and suspension points If the wind force exceeds 6 Beaufort scale lower down and or secure the loudspeaker array Be cautious when flying a loudspeaker array Always verify that no one is standing underneath the loudspeaker array when it is being raised or lowered As the array is being raised check each individual element to make sure that it is securely fas...
Страница 4: ...Audio s WLL calculator Verify that the WLL of the suspension points chain hoists and all additional hardware rigging accessories are respected The system should only be installed or fitted in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations Installation should only be carried out by qualified personnel who are familiar with and have knowledge of the rigging techniques used and with the safety rec...
Страница 5: ...r housings and accessories for visible signs of wear and tear and replace them when necessary Keep the loudspeakers away from heat producing sources such as heaters stoves fireworks etc Keep the loudspeakers away from water prevent the possibility of water and moisture entering it Even if the product is weather resistant it should not be exposed to moisture rain sea spray shower steam for a long p...
Страница 6: ...tivity horn with a precise opening angle of 110 degrees horizontally The L16 is built of birch plywood and equipped with a wear tear and impact resistant hybrid coating Various internal bracings and metal supports are applied in order to increase the rigidity of the design The front is finished by a coated steel grille with an acoustically transparent layer The L16 features an array able rigging s...
Страница 7: ... in live setups By its ultra compact and smart design the L16 is user friendly in handling and rigging and very forgiving in setting up The system can easily be adapted to a desired coverage and to a desired SPL demand L16 cabinets can be flown in vertical columns up to 24 cabinets depending on the shape of the column please use EASE Focus software to determine the size and form of the array and t...
Страница 8: ...in 3 3 MF mid frequency and to NL4 pin 1 1 NL8 pin 4 4 HF high frequency and to NL4 pin 2 2 Pin assignments are stated on the back panel layouts on the right The same connection panels are fitted on all other L series tops They offer a maximum flexibility in connection conversion looping and twisting without the need of cables and connectors that would otherwise need to be customized for a specifi...
Страница 9: ...ss cabinet interlink E3 top cabinet interlink L pin C1 cradle can be used in 4 different ways 1 stacking frame for tops 2 flying frame for tops 3 flying frame for subs 4 flying frame for a combination of subs and tops C1 as a flying frame splay hook cradle splay hook 9 FlyingL16 with the C3 T bar C3 can be used in one way 1 flying L series tops quint audio L16 manual 1 0 en ...
Страница 10: ...le while lowering them into their trolley more about this further on in this manual Attach the front of the L16 to the C1 cradle by inserting an L pin through the E1 on both sides The E1 s on their turn have previously been attached to the C1 using the same pins as well as the C2 T bar At the rear place the first pin in the hole with the desired angle at which the L16 should hang from the cradle o...
Страница 11: ...ark it with a locking pin Again place the L pin at the desired angle and lower the speaker into the splay hook Again place the L pin in the first hole under the corner pin to secure the splay hook Follow the same procedure for each subsequent L16 Start with the front attachment 11 quint audio L16 manual 1 0 en ...
Страница 12: ...which they then are secured so the hook stays in place For transport the hooks are unsecured so the speakers will gradually collapse at their maximum angle while lowering them into their trolley more about this further on in this manual Attach the front of the L16 to the C3 cradle by inserting an L pin through the L16 fitting on left and right front side of the L16 At the rear place the first pin ...
Страница 13: ...the L pin in the first hole under the corner pin to secure the splay hook Follow the same procedure for each subsequent L16 Start with the front attachment 13 To make sure the splay hook of the bottom speaker is out of sight you can rotate it upwards and park it with a locking pin quint audio L16 manual 1 0 en ...
Страница 14: ...pin through the E1 on both sides The E1 s on their turn have previously been attached to the C1 using the same pins as well as the C2 T bar At the rear for each loudspeaker place the first pin in the hole with the desired angle at which the L16 should hang from the cradle or the loudspeaker hanging directly above it Note that the first hook is the one that is attached to the C1 cradle itself L16 h...
Страница 15: ...Hoist the rig from its trolley and move the next trolley if more than 4 L16 s are desired directly underneath Follow the interconnecting procedure for each subsequent L16 Start with the front attachment 18 degrees downwards looking of the lowest hanging cabinet is the maximum angle to pick up a next fully lowered rig underneath CAUTION 1 8 max ...
Страница 16: ...nt of cabinets within the safety calculations Calculating the desired angles the number of speakers required for the venue and determining the point of contact on the T bar is explained in the chapter EASE Focus 3 Hook up the front first with the L pins and lower the rig again onto the loudspeakers that are on the trolley Then follow the same procedure as for the first 4 speakers as shown on the l...
Страница 17: ...ass cabinet while a subsequent C1 cradle is mounted under the bass cabinet onto which the L16 s can be flown If necessary more bass cabinets can be mounted underneath each other first without the need for an extra C1 cradle The bass cabinets have extendable couplers which are retracted by a spring when not in use The C1 cradle or a subsequent bass cabinet can be attached to these extendable couple...
Страница 18: ...ch side The drawing below shows a cross section of the middle bar of the C1 cradle Clearly visible here is the splay hook of an L16 fitting into the cradle in a detented receiver which makes setting and adjusting the desired angle of the L16 very easy After placing under the correct angle only a locking pin has to be placed and the L16 is secured to the C1 StackingL16 withthe C1 combiframe 18 L16 ...
Страница 19: ... 1 per channel L16 554000 5 Ohms recommended 2 per dual channel bi amped NL8 TWIST CABLE NL8 CABLE NL4 CABLE NL4 TWIST CABLE A42 604100 4x2000W 8Ohms SMPS Power Amplifier 19 1U quint audio ordercode model description 554000 L16 L 2x8 4 2 5 Biamped arrayable system symmetrical 550102 L10 C1 L Coupler 550202 L10 C2 C2 T bar for C1 550302 L10 C3 C3 T bar for L16 tops 550103 L10 E1 Bass cabinet interli...
Страница 20: ... per channel This setup represents an example of a basic L16 PA system consisting of 2x8 pcs of L16 making use of 4 pcs of A42 amplifiers The amplifiers are driven into 2 5 Ohms per channel Example L16 setups 20 L16 high performance arrayable loudspeaker HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF ...
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Страница 22: ...cked music PA system consisting of 16x L16 and 4x L bass making use of four 4 channel A42 amplifiers www quintaudio com Example L16 setups 22 L16 high performance arrayable loudspeaker HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF LF LF LF LF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF ...
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Страница 24: ...and 6x L sub making use of 4 pcs of A42 amplifiers The L low s are flown next to the L16 array in order to support a phase coherent well defined mid low area in the sound image and to further raise the efficiency of the L16 s 24 L16 high performance arrayable loudspeaker HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF HF MF SUB SUB SUB SUB SUB SUB LOW LOW Example L16 setups ...
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Страница 26: ... delay and a virtual EQ Up to 40 sound sources even from different brands are supported within one project Nifty functions for stacking snapping moving and copying make the setup of larger systems easy EASE Focus immediately calculates and shows the sound coverage on your audience zones and section including the splay angles between the adjacent cabinets You can investigate the interaction between...
Страница 27: ...the reason for failure except as excluded Warranty work can only be performed at our authorized service centres or at our factory Disclaimer Quint Audio BV is not liable for any damage to loudspeakers amplifiers or any other equipment that is caused by negligence misuse or improper installation Quint Audio BV is not liable for any incidental damages resulting from any defect in the new Quint Audio...
Страница 28: ...ely from normal waste at the end of its operational lifetime Please dispose of this product according to the respective national regulations or contractual agreements If there are any further questions concerning the disposal of this product please contact Quint Audio BV INDEX 2 Unpacking 3 5 Safety instructions 6 Design 7 Applications 8 Connectors Internal wiring 9 Rigging accessories 10 11 Riggi...
