VOID Nexus Q 4×12 Inch Horn Loaded Upper Bass Speaker User Guide
- June 10, 2024
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USER GUIDE V2.1
©2023 Void Acoustics Research Ltd.
This user guide is subject to change without notice.
For the latest online version, visit:
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Void Acoustics and the Void logo are registered trademarks of Void Acoustics
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Safety and Regulations
1.1 Important safety instructions
The lightning flash with an 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 sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
**The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Safety instructions – read this first**
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other such apparatus that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect power cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit the apparatus.
- Only use attachments and accessories specified by Void Acoustics.
- Only use with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- Since the mains power supply cord attachment plug is used to disconnect the device, the plug should always be easily accessible.
- Void loudspeakers can produce sound levels capable of causing permanent hearing damage from prolonged exposure. The higher the sound 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 guide absolve the user of their
obligation to comply with all relevant safety legislation and codes of
practice. While every care has been taken in creating this guide, safety is
userdependent and Void Acoustics Research Ltd cannot guarantee complete
safety whenever the system is rigged and operated.
1.3 EC declaration of conformity
For EC Declaration of Conformity please go to: www.voidacoustics.com/eu-
declaration-loudspeakers
1.4 UKCA marking
For details of the UKCA marking go to: www.voidacoustics.com/uk-declaration-
loudspeakers
1.5 Warranty statement
For warranty statement go to: https://voidacoustics.com/terms-conditions/
1.6 WEEE directive
If the time arises to throw away your product, please recycle all the
components possible.
This symbol indicates that when the end-user wishes to discard this product,
it must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
By separating this product from other household-type waste, the volume of
waste sent to incinerators or land-fills will be reduced and natural resources
will thus be conserved.
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive) aims
to minimise the impact of electrical and electronic goods on the environment.
Void Acoustics Research Ltd complies with the Directive 2002/96/EC and
2003/108/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical finance the cost of
treatment and
recovery of electronic equipment (WEEE) in order to reduce the amount of WEEE
that is being disposed of in land-fill sites. All of our products are marked
with the WEEE symbol; this indicates that this product must NOT be disposed of
with other waste. Instead it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their
waste electrical and electronic equipment by handing it over to an approved
reprocessor, or by returning it to Void Acoustics Research Ltd for
reprocessing. For more information about where you can send your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact Void Acoustics Research Ltd or one of
your local distributors.
Unpacking and Checking
All Void Acoustics products are carefully manufactured and thoroughly tested
before being despatched. Your dealer will ensure that your Void products are
in pristine condition before being forwarded to you but mistakes and accidents
can happen.
Before signing for your delivery:
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Inspect your shipment for any signs of contamination, abuse or transit damage as soon as you receive it
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Check your Void Acoustics delivery fully against your order
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If your shipment is incomplete or any of its contents are found to be damaged; inform the shipping company and inform your dealer.
When you are removing your Nexus Q loudspeaker from its original packaging: -
Nexus Q 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
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If you need to place the loudspeaker on a flat surface ensure you use a lint free product to protect the finish
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When you have removed the Nexus Q loudspeaker from the packaging inspect it to ensure there is no damage and keep all original packaging in case it needs to be returned for any reason. See section 1.5 for registration and warranty conditions and see section 6 if your product needs servicing.
About
3.1 Welcome
Many thanks for purchasing this Void Acoustics Nexus Q. We truly appreciate
your support. At Void, we design, manufacture and distribute advanced
professional audio systems for the installed and live sound market sectors.
Like all Void products, our highly skilled and experienced engineers have
successfully combined pioneering technologies with groundbreaking design
aesthetics, to bring you superior sound quality and visual innovation. In
buying this product, you are now part of the Void family and we hope using it
brings you years of satisfaction. This guide will help you both use this
product safely and ensure it performs to its full capability.
3.2 Nexus Q overview
As part of the Nexus low frequency system, the Nexus Q delivers impressive
upper bass frequencies via a new enclosure design. The four high power 12”
drivers use a front-loaded horn to achieve high efficiency and a rear port
with a newly developed pressure gradient arrange- ment. This configuration
results in unparalleled output, definition, and total elimination of
colouration from any turbulent or mechanical port noise.
3.3 Key features
- 4 x 12” Upper Bass Enclosure
- Four high power 12” transducers
- Front loaded horn
- High efficiency
- Newly developed ‘pressure gradient’ arrangement
- Dual Neutrik speakON™ NL4s provided for driver connections
3.4 Nexus Q specification
| Frequency response | 60 Hz – 150 Hz ±3 dB |
|---|---|
| Effciency1 | 110 dB 1W/1m |
| Nominal impedance | 2 x 4 Ω |
| Power handling 2 | 2 x 2000 W AES |
| Maximum output 3 | 145 dB cont, 151 dB peak |
| Driver configuration | 4 x 12” |
| Dispersion | Array dependant |
| Connectors | 2 x 4-pole speakON™ |
| Height | 754 mm (29.7”) |
| Width | 738 mm (29”) |
| Depth | 860 mm (33.9”) |
| Weight | 130 kg (286.6 lbs) |
1 Measured in half space 2 AES2 – 1984 compliant 3 Calculated
3.5 Nexus Q dimensions
Cable and Wiring
4.1 Electrical safety
To avoid electrical hazards please note the following:
- Do not access the inside of any electrical equipment. Refer servicing to Void-approved service agents.
4.2 Cable considerations for fixed installations
We recommend specifying installation-grade Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
cables for permanent installations. The cables should use Oxygen Free Copper
(OFC) of grade C11000 or above. Cables for 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 mm 2 | Imperial AWG | 4 Ω load | 2 Ω load |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.50 mm2 | 13 AWG | 18 m | 9 m |
| 4.00 mm 2 | 11 AWG | 30 m | 15 m |
4.3 Impedance graph
Cable and Wiring
4.4 Nexus Q wiring diagram
| speakON TM pins 1+/1-| speakON TM pins 2+/2-
---|---|---
In| LF (2 x 12”)| LF (2 x 12”)
Out| LF link| LF link
| Bias Q3/Q5 | Out 1 |
|---|---|
| Output | LF (4 x 12”) |
| Max parallel units | 2 (2 Ω load to amplifier) |
4.6 Amplifier loading guidelines
Ensure all amplifier channels are loaded equally. Limiters engage correctly. Cabinets acoustic principles are the same.
Adjustments
****To avoid damage when 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.
5.1 Wheel removal
Step 1: Remove all four M6 bolts with a 13 mm spanner/wrench. Step 2:
Remove/add the wheels and keep in a safe place. Repeat the process for the
other three wheels. Step 3: Replace the M8 bolts by hand until finger tight
before using hand tools.
Note: Replacing bolts is of particular importance as without them there
can be air leakage and detuning. 5.2 Grille removal
Step 1: Undo all twelve M6 tab bolts using a 4 mm Allen key, take care NOT to
remove the tab bolts as they may become lost within the enclosure. Step 2:
Remove grille.
Step 3: Replace the M6 bolts by hand until finger tight before using hand tools.
Service
Void Nexus Q loudspeakers should only be serviced by a fully-trained
technician.
**No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to your dealer.
6.1 Return authorisation
Before returning your faulty product for repair, please remember to get an
R.A.N. (Return Authorisation Number) from the Void dealer who supplied the
system to you. Your dealer will handle the necessary paperwork and repair.
Failure to go through this return authorisation procedure could delay the
repair of your product.
Note that your 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.
6.2 Shipping and packing considerations**
- When sending a Void Nexus Q 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 not be required. Do not send the instruction manual, cables or any other hardware unless your dealer asks you to.
- Pack your unit in the original factory packaging if possible. Include a note of the fault description with the product. Do not send it separately.
- Ensure safe transportation of your unit to the authorised service centre.
Appendix
Architectural specifications
The loudspeaker shall be an active manifold horn loaded sub system consisting
of four high power 12” (300 mm), long excursion, low frequency (LF)
transducers mounted in a square enclosure with a rear port in a newly
developed pressure gradient arrangement.
Each low frequency transducer shall be constructed on a cast aluminium frame,
with a treated paper cone, 101.6 (4”) voice coil, wound with copper wires on a
high quality voice coil former for high power handling and long-term
reliability.
Performance specifications for a typical production unit shall be as follows:
the usable bandwidth shall be 60 Hz to 150 Hz (±3 dB) and shall have a maximum
SPL of 151 dB peak (145 dB continuous) measured at 1 m using IEC268-5 pink
noise. Power handling shall be 2 x 2000 W AES at a rated impedance of 2 x 4 Ω.
Pressure sensitivity shall be 110 dB measured at 1W/1m. The system shall be
powered by its own dedicated power amplification module with DSP management.
The wiring connection shall be via two Neutrik speakON™ NL4 (one for input and
one for loop-out to another speaker), to allow for pre-wiring of the connector
before installation.
The enclosure shall be constructed from a 18 mm multi-laminate birch plywood
finished in textured polyurea and shall contain fixture points for a pressed
steel powder coated grille to protect the front chamber from object ingress.
It shall have ten handles (four per side and two on the back face) for
efficient manual handling – the same as external bracing from machined
aluminium, which is bolted into the horn mouth using M8 stainless steel bolts.
The chamber of the loudspeaker shall incorporate a revolutionary, view
through, shot gun port for better control over directivity and to reduce port
noise at the same time as it also has cooling purposes, which shall be
constructed from glass reinforced plastic in a trapezoidal shape with a smooth
cellulose finish of any RAL colour. External dimensions of (H) 754 mm x
(W) 738 mm x (D) 860 mm (29.7” x 29” x 33.9”). Weight shall be 130 kg (286.6
lbs). The loudspeaker shall be the Void Acoustics Nexus Q.
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References
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