HARBINGER VR412 Vari Series Powered Speaker Owner’s Manual

: June 12, 2024
: HARBINGER

Table of Contents

HARBINGER VR412 Vari Series Powered Speaker
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
HOW TO CONTROL
SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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HARBINGER VR412 Vari Series Powered Speaker

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PRODUCT

Product Information

The VR412 is a part of the Rental Series product line. It is a speaker system that allows for stereo or mono setups. It has a power output of 480W and comes with two VARI units.

Product Usage Instructions

Connect all audio sources to the left VARI unit.
Set the ROUTING on the left VARI unit to Stereo Master.
Connect the VARI LINK OUT on the left unit to the VARI LINK IN on the right unit using a standard microphone cable.
Set the ROUTING on the right VARI unit to LINK IN.
Make all volume and EQ adjustments on the left VARI unit.
If you prefer a Mono setup, set the first VARI unit to Normal (Mono).
To run a subwoofer from the VARI units, activate the SUB CUT feature and connect the VARI MIX OUT to the input on the subwoofer using a cable.
To share ONLY Bluetooth audio between the VARI units without sharing other inputs or settings, no cable is needed between them. Pair the Bluetooth audio source to the left VARI unit, then press On/Pair on the right VARI unit. The VARIs will now function as a left/right pair for Bluetooth audio.

Note : The product has two fuses FUSE=T3.15 AL/250V and FUSE=T6.3 AL/250V.

WELCOME
The Harbinger VR412 Series Powered Speakers each combine 2500 watts of peak power with visually controlled DSP and our exclusive XR Transducer Technology. Combined with versatile inputs, outputs, and controls, these capabilities deliver premium sound reproduction with great flexibility.

VR412 12-inch 2-way Powered Speaker

12-inch speaker, plus high precision high-frequency compression driver
Bluetooth audio input, dual mic/instrument inputs, dedicated stereo line input, and aux input – all available simultaneously
Visually controlled DSP providing selectable Voicings, customizable Presets, Location tuning, adjustable Sub Cut, and direct-access Bass and Treble controls, as well as a transparent and dynamic limiter, and high precision crossover for extremely accurate, high-fidelity sound
Innovative Smart Stereo™ capability, with easy volume and tone control for one or more pairs of speakers from a master unit
Versatile cabinet allowing free-standing, pole-mounted, and lay-flat floor monitor placement
OUT jack provides audio for other monitoring systems or separate subwoofer

QUICK START GUIDE: SINGLE VR412

SETTING UP/ HELPFUL TIPS

Position your VARI in the desired location, and ensure it is stable.
Make sure the Power Switch is off.
Turn Channel 1, 2, and 3 knobs to minimum.

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

Connect sources to INPUT 1, 2, and 3 jacks as desired. (All these input jacks can be used at once, along with Bluetooth audio input.) $HARBINGER-VR412-Vari-Series-Powered-Speaker-FIG- $1$$ $HARBINGER-VR412-Vari-Series-Powered-Speaker-FIG- $2$$

CHECK SWITCHES

Check that the Normal (Mono) ROUTING LED is lit
Check that INPUT 1 and PUT 2 switches match sources:
Mic for microphones, or line-level sources with low output volumes
Guitar for acoustic guitar or pedal board output
The line for mixers, keyboards, and other electronics

POWERING UP

Power on any devices connected to input jacks.
Turn up the output volume of all sources.
Turn INPUT 1, 2, 3, Bass, Treble, and Master Volume knobs

BLUETOOTH AUDIO INPUT

Press the On/Pair button so the Blue LED flashes
From your Bluetooth audio source device, look for VR412 and select it.

FOR FLOOR MONITOR USE

Set Location to Floor Monitor (see page 12 for details)

HOW TO CONTROL

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VOICING
Pressing the button selects from the available voicings (tunings) for different applications:

Standard: For general use including music playback.
Club: For boosted bass, good for low-volume use with electronic music.
Speech: For public speaking, may also be helpful for solo performers who are singing along with acoustic guitar.
Floor Monitor: For enhanced clarity and reduced feedback potential for floor monitors, also may be helpful to avoid excessive bass from wall-mounted speakers.

SUB CUT
Applies a crossover to tune VR412 for use with a subwoofer.

Low frequencies are cut from the VR412 amplifier/ speaker.
MIX OUT jack provides these low frequencies, to feed a subwoofer.

INPUT 1 AND 2 KNOBS
These knobs set the volume for the inputs below them.

INPUT 3 KNOB

Sets the volume for all the inputs below, including Bluetooth audio, aux, and left (Mono) and Right line inputs.

MIC/GUITAR/LINE SWITCHES
Set these to match the type of source connected to the input below them.

Mic: for microphones, or line-level sources with low output volumes
Guitar: for acoustic guitar or guitar pedal board
Line: For line-level sources

BLUETOOTH
Press On/Pair to enable Bluetooth audio input, and initiate pairing.

To pair, look for VR412 from your Bluetooth audio source device.
LED is lit solid when currently paired, blinking when available for pairing, and off ii Bluetooth has been disabled by a press of the Bluetooth Off button.
The onPair button forces any currently connected Bluetooth audio source to disconnect, and makes the speaker available for pairing.
The offbutton disables Bluetooth. If Bluetooth is off when you turn power off, it will remain off when you turn power on.

AUX INPUT

Audio from smartphones, computers, and other consumer audio devices can be connected here.

INPUT l AND 2 JACKS

Connect XLR or l / 4-inch cables.

BALANCED LINE INPUTS

Balanced or unbalanced line-level sources can be connected here.

POWER INPUT

Connect the provided power cable here.

BASS AND TREBLE KNOBS

Adjust the sound of your speaker.

MONO/ STEREO MASTER/ LINK IN BUTTON & LEDS

Mono: This speaker will output mono audio, and send mono audio to the LINK OUT jack so it’s available for any other speaker or sound system.
Stereo Master: This speaker will operate as the master speaker of a Smart Stereo pair. Use a mic cable to connect this speaker’s LINK OUT to the LINK IN jack of a second speaker of the same type. All inputs should be connected to the first master speaker, which will also set the volume and tone of both speakers.
Link In: Use this setting for the second speaker of a Smart Stereo pair. The audio from the LINK IN will be routed directly to the power amp and speaker, with all other inputs and controls being ignored. This jack feeds directly through to the power amp, bypassing all volume and tone controls of the amplifier.

MIX OUT JACK

Usually sends out mono audio.

LINK IN JACK

Activated only when a) switch is set to LINK IN.

LINK OUT JACK

Mono: sends out mono audio (see also DI For Stereo master on page 13).
Stereo Master: sends out audio for the second speaker’s LINK IN
Link In: sends out the same audio received at the LINK IN jack

FUSE

If the speaker will not power on and you suspect its fuse may have blown, turn off the power switch, and open the fuse compartment using a small flat blade screwdriver.
If the metal strip in the fuse is broken, replace it with T 6.3 AL/250V type only for 100-120V use, or T3.15 AL/250V type only for 220-240¥ use.

POWER SWITCH

Switches the power on and off.

SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED

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Input 3

| Stereo line: Left/mono and right 1/4-inch TRS balanced/ unbalanced compatible audio line inputs

Aux: 1/8-inch mini TRS unbalanced input I-lOdB) Bluetooth

Audio: With On/Pair and Off buttons plus LED

Features

| Removable AC Power Cord

Front LED, configurable to indicate power or power/limiter, also indicates opp connection

Color LCD for DSP control

Speaker

Dimensions and Weights

| Packaging Size| 20.l” x 19.5″ x 31.1″
Net Weight| 48 pounds

Gross Weight

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57 pounds

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To prevent electric shock, do not use a polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the chassis. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING : THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE {SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE UNIT.

HEARING DAMAGE AND PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE SPLs
Harbinger VARI Series powered loudspeakers are capable of producing extremely loud volume levels that can cause permanent hearing damage to performers, production crews, or the audience. Hearing protection isrecommended during long-term exposure to high SPls (sound pressure levels). Remember, if it hurts, it is too loud! Long-term exposure to high SPls first causes temporary threshold shifts; limiting your ability to hear the actual loudness and exercise good judgment. Repeated long-term exposure to high SPLs will cause permanent hearing loss.

Please note the recommended exposure limits in the accompanying table. More information about these limits is available on the US Government Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) website at: www.osha.gov.

Permissible Noise Exposures

Duration per day, hours	Sound level dBA slow response
8	90
6	92
4	95
3	97
2	100
1.5	102
1	105
0.5	110
0.25 or less	115

FCC STATEMENTS

Caution : Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by The party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause hannful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment

Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.

WARRANTY/CUSTOMER SUPPORT

2-YEAR HARBINGER LIMITED WARRANTY
Harbinger provides, to the original purchaser, a two (2) year limited warranty on materials and workmanship on all Harbinger cabinets, loudspeaker, and amplifier components from the date of purchase.

For warranty support, please visit our website at www.HorbingerProAudio.com, or contact our Support Team at 888-286-1809 for assistance. Harbinger will repair or replace the unit at Harbinger’s discretion.

This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by neglect, abuse, normal wear and tear, and cosmetic appearance to the cabinetry not directly attributed to defects in materials or workmanship. Also excluded from coverage are damages caused directly or indirectly due to any service, repair(s), or modifications of the cabinet, which has not been authorized or approved by Harbinger. This two (2) year warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, burnt voice-coils, over-powering, negligence, inadequate packing, or inadequate shipping procedures.

The sole and exclusive remedy of the foregoing limited warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any defective or non-conforming component. All warranties including, but not limited to, the express warranty and the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the two (2) year warranty period. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. There are no express warranties beyond those stated here. If applicable law does not allow the limitation of the duration of the implied warranties to the warranty period, then the duration of the implied warranties shall be limited to as long as is provided by applicable law. No warranties apply after that period.

Retailer and manufacturer shall not be liable for damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of product, loss of time, interrupted operation or commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damages including but not limited to lost profits, downtime, goodwill, damage to or replacement of equipment and property, and any costs of recovering, reprogramming, or reproducing any program or data stored in equipment that is used with Harbinger products. This guarantee gives you specific legal rights; you may have other legal rights, which vary from state to state. Harbinger P.O. Box 5111, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359-5111

All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned herein are recognized as the property of their respective holders

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