RCF ART 910-AX Professional Active Bluetooth Speakers Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- RCF
Table of Contents
OWNER’S MANUAL
ART 910-AX/ ART 912-AX
ART 915-AX
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE BLUETOOTH® SPEAKERS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbols used in this document give notice of important operating instructions and warnings which must be strictly followed.
| CAUTION| Important operating instructions: explains hazards that could
damage a
product, including data loss
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| WARNING| Important advice concerning the use of dangerous voltages and the
potential risk of electric shock, personal injury or death.
| IMPORTANT NOTES| Helpful and relevant information about the topic
| SUPPORTS, TROLLEYS
AND CARTS| Information about the use of supports, trolleys and carts. Reminds
to move with extreme caution and never tilt.
| WASTE DISPOSAL| This symbol indicates that this product should not be
disposed with your
household waste, according to the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU) and your
national law.
IMPORTANT NOTES
This manual contains important information about the correct and safe use of
the device. Before connecting and using this product, please read this
instruction manual carefully and keep it on hand for future reference. The
manual is to be considered an integral part of this product and must accompany
it when it changes ownership as a reference for correct installation and use
as well as for the safety precautions. RCF S.p.A. will not assume any
responsibility for the incorrect installation and / or use of this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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All the precautions, in particular the safety ones, must be read with special attention, as they provide important information.
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Power supply from mains
a. The mains voltage is sufficiently high to involve a risk of electrocution; install and connect this product before plugging it in.
b. Before powering up, make sure that all the connections have been made correctly and the voltage of your mains corresponds to the voltage shown on the rating plate on the unit, if not, please contact your RCF dealer.
c. The metallic parts of the unit are earthed through the power cable. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
d. Protect the power cable from damage; make sure it is positioned in a way that it cannot be stepped on or crushed by objects.
e. To prevent the risk of electric shock, never open this product: there are no parts inside that the user needs to access.
f. Be careful: in the case of a product supplied by manufacturer only with POWERCON connectors and without a power cord, jointly to POWERCON connectors type NAC3FCA (power-in) and NAC3FCB (power-out), the following power cords compliant to national standard shall be used:
– EU: cord type H05VV-F 3G 3×2.5 mm2 – Standard IEC 60227-1
– JP: cord type VCTF 3×2 mm2; 15Amp/120V~ – Standard JIS C3306
– US: cord type SJT/SJTO 3×14 AWG; 15Amp/125V~ – Standard ANSI/UL 62 -
Make sure that no objects or liquids can get into this product, as this may cause a short circuit. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on this apparatus. No naked sources (such as lighted candles) should be placed on this apparatus.
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Never attempt to carry out any operations, modifications or repairs that are not expressly described in this manual.
Contact your authorized service centre or qualified personnel should any of the following occur:
– The product does not function (or functions in an anomalous way).
– The power cable has been damaged.
– Objects or liquids have got in the unit.
– The product has been subject to a heavy impact. -
If this product is not used for a long period, disconnect the power cable.
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If this product begins emitting any strange odours or smoke, switch it off immediately and disconnect the power cable.
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Do not connect this product to any equipment or accessories not foreseen. For suspended installation, only use the dedicated anchoring points and do not try to hang this product by using elements that are unsuitable or not specific for this purpose. Also check the suitability of the support surface to which the product is anchored (wall, ceiling, structure, etc.), and the components used for attachment (screw anchors, screws, brackets not supplied by RCF etc.), which must guarantee the security of the system / installation over time, also considering, for example, the mechanical vibrations normally generated by transducers.
To prevent the risk of falling equipment, do not stack multiple units of this product unless this possibility is specified in the user manual. -
RCF S.p.A. strongly recommends this product is only installed by professional qualified installers (or specialised firms) who can ensure correct installation and certify it according to the regulations in force.
The entire audio system must comply with the current standards and regulations regarding electrical systems. -
Supports, trolleys and carts.
The equipment should be only used on supports, trolleys and carts, where necessary, that are recommended by the manufacturer. The equipment / support / trolley / cart assembly must be moved with extreme caution. Sudden stops, excessive pushing force and uneven floors may cause the assembly to overturn. Never tilt the assembly. -
There are numerous mechanical and electrical factors to be considered when installing a professional audio system (in addition to those which are strictly acoustic, such as sound pressure, angles of coverage, frequency response, etc.).
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Hearing loss.
Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. The acoustic pressure level that leads to hearing loss is different from person to person and depends on the duration of exposure. To prevent potentially dangerous exposure to high levels of acoustic pressure, anyone who is exposed to these levels should use adequate protection devices. When a transducer capable of producing high sound levels is being used, it is therefore necessary to wear ear plugs or protective earphones. See the manual technical specifications to know the maximum sound pressure level.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
– Place this product far from any heat sources and always ensure an adequate
air circulation around it.
– Do not overload this product for a long time.
– Never force the control elements (keys, knobs, etc.).
– Do not use solvents, alcohol, benzene or other volatile substances for
cleaning the external parts of this product.
IMPORTANT NOTES
To prevent the occurrence of noise on line signal cables, use screened cables
only and avoid putting them close to:
– Equipment that produces high-intensity electromagnetic fields
– Power cables
– Loudspeaker lines
WARNING! CAUTION! To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, never
expose this product to rain or humidity.
WARNING! To prevent electric shock hazard, do not connect to mains power
supply while grille is removed
WARNING! to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product unless you are qualified. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for
recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling
of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment
and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally
associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct
disposal of thisproduct will contribute to the effective usage of natural
resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste
authority or your household waste disposal service.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To ensure a long-life service, this product should be used following these
advices:
– If the product is intended to be set up outdoors, be sure it is under cover
and protected to rain and moisture.
– If the product needs to be used in a cold environment, slowly warm up the
voice coils by sending a low-level signal for about 15 minutes before sending
high-power signals.
– Always use a dry cloth to clean the exterior surfaces of the speaker and
always do it when the power is turned off.
CAUTION: to avoid damaging the exterior finishes do not use cleaning
solvents or abrasives.
WARNING! CAUTION! For powered speakers, do cleaning only when the power
is turned off.
RCF S.p.A. reserves the right to make changes without prior notice to rectify
any errors and / or omissions.
Always refer to the latest version of the manual on
www.rcf.it.
DESCRIPTION
THE ART 9 AX SERIES
ART 9 AX speakers are masterfully engineered to deliver stellar audio
performance and versatility for intensive audio applications. The combination
of a 1.75” compression driver, a high quality woofer, two-channel 2100W
amplifier, and the constant directivity True Resistive Waveguide produces
coherent 100° x 60° coverage for the listening area with a clear and
distortion-free sound.
Merging RCF proprietary FiRPHASE and Bass Motion Control (BMC) DSP processing,
perfectly tuned for each model, audiences will experience absolute clarity and
deep, powerful bass response. The ART 9 AX speakers combine powerful and high-
performance amplified speakers, with a digital audio processor for maximum
flexibility. Several operating modes are possible, with the speaker alone or
in combination with other speakers. Audio can also be streamed to the
speakers, along with remote control, via BLUETOOTH®.
All the available functions and parameters are accessible from the onboard
color display via a capacitive touch screen and an encoder, as well as from a
dedicated app for iOS and Android .
REAR PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS
- MIC/LINE INPUTS 1/L and 2/R Two inputs with COMBO connector. Balanced XLR for microphone and line inputs, balanced TRS JACK for line inputs. Microphone inputs are equipped with independently switchable 48V phantom power for condenser or electret microphone use. More details are available on ART 9 AX Reference Guide.
- MIX OUT / IN 1 LINK is a balanced XLR male multifunction output. When the MIX OUT / IN 1 LINK BUTTON is in the raised position, the output is assigned to the digital section MIX OUT, which can be set in several modes. When the MIX OUT / IN 1 LINK BUTTON key is pressed, the output connector becomes the “input 1 Link Out”, which is a direct physical connection with input 1; this allows you to connect an additional speaker by feeding it with the same signal present on input 1.
- AUX IN 3/4 3.5mm mini-jack connector, auxiliary input that allows the connection of unbalanced stereo external sources.
- SERVICE Micro-USB port used exclusively for firmware updates.
- VOLUME – RESUME / EDIT ENCODER When the touch screen is in standby status or displays the MIXER page, the encoder works as the general volume of the speaker. When in standby, pressing the encoder reactivates the touch-screen, showing the MIXER page. At this point, the encoder is assigned to the general volume and you have the option of varying other parameters selecting them via the touch display.
- DISPLAY The 2.4” display with capacitive touch, combined with the encoder, allows you to access and control all speaker functions. A parameter is selected by touching it on the touch screen and modified by rotating the encoder. More information is available on ART 9 AX Reference Guide downloadable on the product page on www.rcf.it.
- MIX OUT / IN 1 LINK BUTTON It switches the XLR male output function (see point n°2 – MIX OUT / IN 1 LINK).
- POWER MAIN SWITCH The power switch turns the AC power ON and OFF.
- FUSE CARRIER Mains fuse housing.
- STANDARD 3-PRONG IEC SOCKET Power connection.
WARNING! CAUTION! Loudspeaker connections should be only made by
qualified and experienced personnel having the technical know-how or enough
specific instructions (to ensure that connections are made correctly) in
order to prevent any electrical danger.
To prevent any risk of electric shock, do not connect loudspeakers when the
amplifier is switched on.
Before turning the system on, check all connections and make sure there are no
accidental short circuits.
The entire sound system shall be designed and installed in compliance with the
current local laws and regulations regarding electrical systems.
MAIN FEATURES
MIXER (HOME) PAGE
This is the MIXER main screen of the ART 9 AX Control Display.
The MAIN / MIX level is controlled by default with the rotary encoder and its
level is shown in dB in the lower/center section of the screen.
To set input levels (1, 2, 3/4, BT), touch the corresponding virtual fader and
rotate the encoder.
For a detailed description of the editable parameters, refer to the Reference
Guide downloadable from the product page on www.rcf.it.
To connect the LiveRemote app running on an iOS or Android device, launch the app; then, from within the app, go to DEVICES lower tab, launch a SCAN and connect the ART 9-AX speaker. To connect the speaker for audio streaming, go to the Bluetooth® page and touch the PAIR button; on the device you want to connect to, go to Bluetooth® settings page and select the audio device labelled ART9-AX1. Please notice that some smartphone operating system may show two entries, take care in avoiding a connection to the non-audio one (ending in _LE), see example above. The speaker Bluetooth® name may be different; ART9-AX1 is the default one and can be modified. The SETUP button opens the control page for additional Bluetooth® configuration parameters. Connection status and mode are shown in the upper strip on the display. For more information on the various Bluetooth® configurations, refer to the Reference Guide downloadable from the product page on www.rcf.it.
CONNECTIONS
The connectors must be wired according to the standards specified by the AES (Audio Engineering Society).
BEFORE CONNECTING THE SPEAKER
On the rear panel you will find all the controls, signal and power inputs. At
first verify the voltage label applied to the rear panel (115 Volt or 230
Volt). The label indicates the right voltage. If you read a wrong voltage on
the label or if you can’t find the label at all, please call your vendor or
authorized RCF SERVICE CENTRE before connecting the speaker. This fast check
will avoid any damage.
In case of need of changing the voltage please call your vendor or authorized
RCF SERVICE CENTRE. This operation requires the replacement of the fuse value
and is reserved to an RCF SERVICE CENTRE.
BEFORE TURNING ON THE SPEAKER
You can now connect the power supply cable and the signal cable. Before
turning on the speaker make sure the volume control is at the minimum level
(even on the mixer output). It is important that the mixer is already ON
before turning on the speaker. This will avoid damages to the speaker and
noisy “bumps” due to turning on parts on the audio chain. It is a good
practice to always turn on the speakers at last and turning them off
immediately after their use. You can now turn ON the speaker and adjust the
volume control to a proper level.
PROTECTIONS
ART Series active speakers are equipped with a complete system of protection
circuits. The circuit is acting very gently on audio signal, controlling level
and maintaining distortion at acceptable level.
VOLTAGE SETUP (RESERVED TO THE RCF SERVICE CENTRE)
200-240 Volt, 50 Hz
100-120 Volt, 60 Hz
(FUSE VALUE T6.3 A L 250V)
INSTALLATION
FLOOR CONFIGURATIONS
Several configurations are possibile with ART 9 Speakers; they can be placed
on the floor or on a stage as main PA or used as stage monitors; they can also
be pole mounted on a speaker stand or over a subwoofer.
SUSPENDED CONFIGURATIONS
ART 9 Speakers can also be wall mounted or hanged with the use of their
specific accessories ART9 H-BR, ART9 V-BR and ART9 FL-BR.
WARNING! CAUTION! Never suspend ART speakers by there handles. Handles are intended for transportation, not for rigging.
WARNING! CAUTION! To use this product with the subwoofer pole-mount, before installing the system, please verify the allowed configurations and the indications regarding the accessories, on the RCF website to avoid any danger and damages to people, animals and objects. In any case, please assure the subwoofer which is holding the speaker is located on an horizontal floor and without inclinations.
WARNING! CAUTION! The use of these speakers with Stand and Pole Mount accessories can be done by qualified and experienced personnel only, trained appropriately on professional systems installations. In any case it’s the user’s final responsibility to ensure the system safety conditions and avoid any danger or damage to people, animals and objects.
TROUBLESHOOTING
THE SPEAKER DOESN’T TURN ON
Make sure the speaker is switched on and connected to an active AC power
THE SPEAKER IS CONNECTED TO AN ACTIVE AC POWER BUT DOESN’T TURN ON
Make sure the power cable is intact and connected correctly.
THE SPEAKER IS ON BUT DOESN’T MAKE ANY SOUND
Check if the signal source is sending correctly and if the signal cables are
not damaged.
THE SOUND IS DISTORTED AND THE OVERLOAD LED BLINKS FREQUENTLY
Turn down the output level of the mixer.
THE SOUND IS VERY LOW AND HISSING
The source gain or the output level of the mixer might be too low.
THE SOUND IS HISSING EVEN AT PROPER GAIN AND VOLUME
The source might send a low quality or noisy signal
HUMMING OR BUZZING NOISE
Check out the AC grounding and all the equipments connected to the mixer input
including cables and connectors.
WARNING! to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product unless you are qualified. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
ART 910-AX DIMENSIONS
ART 912-AX DIMENSIONS
ART 915-AX DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| | ART 910-AX| ART 912-AX| ART 915-AX
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Acoustical specifications| Frequency Response:
Max SPL @ 1m:
Horizontal coverage angle:
Vertical coverage angle:| 50 Hz ÷ 20000 Hz
130 dB
100°
60°| 50 Hz ÷ 20000 Hz
130 dB
100°
60°| 45 Hz ÷ 20000 Hz
131 dB
100°
60°
Transducers| Compression Driver:
Woofer:| 1.0”, 1.75” v.c
10’’, 2.5” v.c| 1.0”, 1.75” v.c
12’’, 2.5” v.c| 1.0”, 1.75” v.c
15’’, 2.5” v.c
Input/Output section| Input signal:
Input connectors:
Output connectors:
Input sensitivity:| bal/unbal
Jack/XLR
XLR
-2 dBu/+4 dBu| bal/unbal
Jack/XLR
XLR
-2 dBu/+4 dBu| bal/unbal
Jack/XLR
XLR
-2 dBu/+4 dBu
Processor section| Crossover Point:
Protections:
Limiter:
Controls:| 1800 Hz
Termal, RMS limiter
Soft limiter
Linear, Boost, Stage, Volume| 1800 Hz
Termal, RMS limiter
Soft limiter
Linear, Boost, Stage, Volume| 1800 Hz
Termal, RMS limiter
Soft limiter
Linear, Boost, Stage, Volume
Power section| Total Power:
High frequencies:
Low frequencies:
Cooling:
Connections:| 2100 W Peak, 1050 W RMS
700 W Peak, 350 W RMS
1400 W Peak, 700 W RMS
Convection
VDE AC socket| 2100 W Peak, 1050 W RMS
700 W Peak, 350 W RMS
1400 W Peak, 700 W RMS
Convection
VDE AC socket| 2100 W Peak, 1050 W RMS
700 W Peak, 350 W RMS
1400 W Peak, 700 W RMS
Convection
VDE AC socket
Standard compliance| CE marking:| Yes| Yes| Yes
Physical specifications| Cabinet/Case Material:
Hardware:
Handles:
Grille:
Color:| PP composite
2xM10 (1 Top, 1 Bottom)
1 Top
Steel
Black| PP composite
3xM10 (1 Top, 2 Sides)
1 Top, 2 Side
Steel
Black| PP composite
3xM10 (1 Top, 2 Sides)
1 Top, 2 Side
Steel
Black
Size| Height:
Width:
Depth:
Weight:| 572 mm / 22.52 inches
330 mm / 12.99 inches
310 mm / 12.2 inches
15.8 kg / 34.83 lbs| 642 mm / 25.28 inches
370 mm / 14.57 inches
363 mm / 14.29 inches
19 kg / 41.89 lbs| 717 mm / 28.23 inches
415 mm / 16.34 inches
410 mm / 16.14 inches
22 kg / 48.5 lbs
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– 42124 Reggio Emilia – Italy
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