NEXT audiocom Multi Purpose Pendant Speaker User Manual

audiocom Multi Purpose Pendant Speaker
User Manual

Multi-Purpose Pendant Speaker
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INTRODUCTION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Thank you for purchasing a NEXT Audiocom P4 Multi-Purpose Pendant Speaker. This user manual will provide you with useful and important information about your equipment. Please devote some time reading it and keep it at hand for future reference.
ATTENTION! Because of the continuous evolution of techniques and standards, NEXT Audiocom reserves the right to change the specifications of its products without warning. For the most updated version of this manual and general information about this and other products, please visit our website www.nextaudiocom.com.
UNPACKING
NEXT Audiocom’s products are built under strict quality guidelines and supervision, according to the highest standards. When unpacking your product, carefully examine it for any signs of possible transit damage and inform your dealer immediately if any such damage has occurred. It is suggested that you retain the original packaging so that the product can be repacked in the future when necessary. Please note that NEXT Audiocom and its authorized distributors cannot accept any responsibility for damage to  any returned product using non-approved packaging.
PACKAGING CONTENTS:

• NEXT Audiocom P4
• P4 Top Cover
• 2 x Carabiner
• Eye Bolt and Nut
• Hanging Cable
• Buckle Part
• 2 x Screws
• User Manual

SAFETY FIRST

Please take some time to review the following statements concerning safe use of your NEXT Audiocom P4.

• Read these instructions
• Keep these instructions
• Heed all warnings
• Follow all instructions
• Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as instructed in this manual
• Before installing, observe the applicable safety regulations for your country
• Always check if the equipment is installed securely and will not fall
• Never install close to ignition or heat sources such as radiators, ovens or any other apparatus that produce heat
• Do not use or install the equipment near water or exposed to rain
• If the equipment is not functioning properly or has been damaged in any way, switch it off immediately
• Do not open or try to service the equipment. It may only be repaired by authorized, qualified personnel
• Clean the equipment using only a clean dry cloth
• Do not operate the unit for an extended period with the sound distorting

WARNINGS
Suspending or mounting objects onto walls is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals who have knowledge of the techniques and regulations of suspending objects overhead. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance with all applicable regulations.

CAUTION:
Never remove the cover, because otherwise there may be a risk of electric shock. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Have repairs carried out only by qualified service personnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock.
The exclamation mark within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions.

CAUTION:
This equipment is intended for professional use. Therefore, commercial use of this equipment is subject to the respectively applicable national accident prevention rules and regulations. As a manufacturer, NEXT Audiocom is obligated to notify you formally about the existence of potential health risks. Hearing damage due to high volume and prolonged exposure: When in use, this product is capable of producing high sound-pressure levels (SPL) that can lead to irreversible hearing damage in performers, employees, and audience members. For this reason, avoid prolonged exposure to volumes in excess of 90dB.

GETTING STARTED

P4 OVERVIEW
The P4 offers versatility and performance, perfect for both residential and commercial audio applications, the P4 provides a wide listening field with exceptional sound quality. Optimized design using a 4″ polypropylene cone woofer that provides deep clear bass paired-up with a 0.75″ silk dome tweeter that produces balanced, lifelike tone and musical reproduction. The IP66 rated weather and dust resistant enclosure is finished with an eye-pleasing matte texture that fits perfectly into any home or commercial setting.
CONNECTIONS
The NEXT Audiocom P4 speaker can operate in standard low impedance mode as well as in 100V/70V distributed lines. The P4 has a selector switch on the rear for selecting the mode of operations. The direction of the cut, on the switch, is used to determine which mode of operation and/or power tap the speaker should be working with. In this case the P6 is configured to work as an 8fit unit. Also, close to the selector switch is the terminal block connector.

LOW IMPEDANCE
The NEXT Audiocom P4 in the low impedance mode of operation has a nominal impedance of 8Ω. If there is the need to connect multiple speakers in parallel, be sure to follow the amplifier’s specifications in relation to the minimum allowed impedance. Most amplifiers allow for a minimum 4Ω impedance which corresponds to two P4 speakers connected in parallel.

100V DISTRIBUTED LINES
The P4 comes standard with a transformer for 100V/70V distributed lines, to use your speaker in the 100V distributed line mode, use the selector to configure the desired power tap (2.5W, 5W, 10W, 20W) for 100V and (1.25W, 2.5W, 5W, 10W) for 70V.

100V LINE INSTALL REQUIREMENTS
100V POWER AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS
Make sure you have a powerful enough amplifier for your setup of P4 loudspeakers. It must have at least the total sum of power values chosen on your P4 as power tap. Applying the 20% headroom rule, in this case, is the ideal scenario. Considering the example above, for 100V, you will need at least (10+5+20) x 1.2 = 42W of amplifier power.
1 00V LINE SPEAKER CABLE REQUIREMENTS
On the table below you can find the maximum distance a cable can deliver the amplifier full power.

INSTALLATION

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
The NEXT Audiocom P4 can be either suspended in a pendant configuration, mounted on a wall or ceiling, using the adjustable wall-mount stand and used in a garden. Prior to installing, check the chosen structure for weight bearing capability.

HANDS-ON

SUSPENSION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Route the cables through the top cover.
2. In the P4, use the selector to choose your desired mode of operation and power tap. Strip the wires about 3 to 4 millimeters from the tip and mount the supplied connector. Insert the connector on the P4 and after fixing the buckle part, fit the cover in the P4 and with the supplied eye bolt and nut. Be sure to check that the eye bolt is properly and suficiently inserted as it is through it that the P4 is suspended.
3. Route the hanging cable through the eyebolt and using the two supplied carabiners secure the P4 to the structure.
   NOTE: For faster and easier installation use the available Gripple accessories.

WARNING:
Make sure the speaker is properly secured to the structure, and the structure can handle the total weight suspended on it. Failure to do so may cause damage or injuries.
WALL MOUNT INSTRUCTIONS

1. Unscrew the nut + screw that holds the rotation ball. Remove the ball from the bracket. Take care to not lose any small parts.
2. Use the wall mount to mark the spots for the holes. Secure the wall mount to the wall with four screws. Apply the rotation ball to the speaker by screwing it. Install the  speaker + rotation ball on the bracket and fix it with the screw + nut.

GARDEN MOUNT INSTRUCTIONS

1. Use the Garden Base Plate to install the P4 on rigid surfaces. Follow the install instructions below.
2. You can also use the garden bracket on soft surfaces like buried into the soil. Dig a hole with approximately 18.5cm (7.25”) and insert the bracket into the soil.

NOTE: The logo badge can be removed, from the grille, without damage.

SERVICE

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: No sound coming from P4
Action to Solution:
– Check volume levels on the amplifier and signal sources and the connections between them. If your amplifier has signal detection or measuring visuals, test if it is reacting to the signal source. If everything seems to be ok, connect another speaker known to be working to the amplifier. If it works, the wiring to the P4 may have problems.
– Check that you have the correct pair of wires connected to the speakers you are trying to work with. Look for signs of damage if possible and check that the wires are  correctly mounted on the connector and the connecter is correctly inserted on the P4.
Problem : Little to no Bass
Action to Solution:
– This happens most of the times when two or more speakers near each other (or even in the same room), are wired out of polarity. In this case low frequencies will cancel each other acoustically. Check that the “+” or red marked amplifier terminal is connected to the red terminal on the P4 (look at
the connections section) and the “-“ or black marked amplifier terminal is connected to the negative terminal of the P4.
Problem: Intermittent output
Action to Solution:
– Most probably is a faulty connection. Check the amplifier terminals and the P4 terminals are tight. Also check the signal cables from the source to the amplifier.
Problem: Buzzing, hissing or humming
Action to Solution:
– If there is noise and no program material is playing, check your entire signal chain for the bad component. It can also be a matter of poor grounding or a ground loop. Check and correct the system grounding.

WARRANTY POLICY

NEXT Audiocom products are warranted, by NEXT Audiocom, against manufacturing defects in materials or craftsmanship over a period of 2 years counting from the date of original purchase for final costumer. The original receipt of purchase is mandatory for warranty validation purposes, and the product must have been bought from a NEXT Audiocom authorized dealer. The warranty can be transferred to a subsequent owner during the warranty period, however, this cannot extend the warranty period beyond the original warranty period of two years from the original date of purchase stated on the NEXT Audiocom’s invoice. During the warranty period NEXT Audiocom will, at its own discretion, either repair or replace a product which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping prepaid, to an authorized NEXT Audiocom service agent or distributor.
NEXT Audiocom cannot be held responsible for defects caused by unauthorized modifications, improper use, negligence, exposure to inclement weather conditions, act of God or accident, or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by this manual and/or NEXT Audiocom. NEXT Audiocom is not liable for consequential damages. This warranty is exclusive, and no other warranty is expressed or implied. This warranty does not afiect your statutory rights.
CORRECT DISPOSAL
When the P4 is to be definitively discarded, take the product to a local recycling plant for a disposal which is not harmful to the environment. This equipment should not be treated as general household waste.
**** Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of as household waste. For more information, please contact your retailer or local authorities.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Product Type: Full-Range Pendant Speaker (8Ω/100V)
Frequency Response (-6dB): 120Hz – 20kHz
Nominal Coverage: 90º Conical
RMS Power: 20W
Program Power: 40W (8Ω)
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω
Sensitivity (1W, 1m): 83dB
Maximum SPL (Calculated): 99dB
Transformer Taps 100V: 2.5W, 5W, 10W, 20W
Transformer Taps 70V: 1.25W, 2.5W, 5W, 10W
LF Driver: 4″ Polypropylene Cone Woofer
HF Driver: 0.75″ Silk Dome Tweeter
Input Connectors: Phoenix Type Pluggable Terminal Block
Cabinet Material: High-grade Rugged Polypropylene
IP Rating: IP66 (only with rear cover in place)
Dimensions (WxHxD): 138x190x138mm (5.43×7.48×5.43”)
Net Weight: 1.6kg (3.53lb)
Shipping Weight: 2.4kg (5.29lb)
Accessories:

• NEXT Audiocom P4 Wall Accessory
• NEXT Audiocom P4 Garden Accessory
• Gripple Suspension System

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References

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