NEXO ELS400 Installation Subwoofer User Manual

June 14, 2024
NEXO

NEXO ELS400 Installation Subwoofer User Manual
NEXO ELS400 Installation Subwoofer

WARNINGS

PRECAUTIONS

Do not open the speaker, do not try to disassemble it neither to modify it in any way. The system doesn’t include any user-repairable part.

If the system seems to be malfunctioning or damaged, stop using it at once and have it repaired by a NEXO qualified technician.

Do not expose the system directly to the sun or to the rain, do not immerse it into fluids, do not place objects filled with liquid on the system. If a liquid gets into the system, please have it inspected by a NEXO qualified technician.

When flying outdoor systems ensure that the system is not exposed to excessive wind or snow loads and is protected from rainfall.

In case of wind greater than 8 on Beaufort scale (72km/h – 45mph), a touring system has to be landed or an additional securing has to be implanted.

For fixed installations, wind loading has to be taken into account in accordance to the national standards

The connection should be performed by qualified technician, by ensuring that power is off.

Operating temperature with temperate climate: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104); -20°C à +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) for storage.

SAFETY INFORMATIONS

Read this manual before using the speaker. Keep this manual available for further reference. Observe all warnings and cautions. Please check the NEXO Web site nexo-sa.com to get the most up-to-date version of this manual. Ensure you are aware of the safety rules applying to rigging, stacking or installing on tripod or speaker stand. Failure to observe these rules may expose persons to potential wounds or even death. Only use the system with accessories specified by NEXO.

Please always consult a NEXO-accredited technician if the installation needs architectural works and observe following precautions:

Mounting Precautions:

  • Please select screws and mounting location supporting 4 times the system weight.
  • Do not expose the system to excessive dust, vibrations, to extreme cold or hot temperatures, to reduce the risk of damaging components.
  • Do not place the system in an unstable position: it could fall accidentally.
  • If the system is used on a tripod, please ensure the tripod’s specifications are adapted and that its height does not exceed 1.40m/55”. Do not move the tripod with the system in position.

Connection and Powering Precautions:

  • Unplug connected cables before moving the system.
  • Power off the system before connecting the system.
  • When switching on the installation, the amplifier must be powered last; when switching the installation off, shut off the amplifier first.
  • If you work by cold temperatures, progressively raise the level to nominal value during the first minutes of use, to allow the system components to stabilize.

Please check regularly the system condition.

HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS

Exposure to very high sound pressure levels may cause permanent hearing losses. Degrees of hearing losses may be different from one person to another, but almost everybody will be affected if exposed to high sound pressure levels during a long period of time. The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) American Agency specified the following maximal exposures:

Number of Hours Sound Pressure Level (dBA), Slow Response
8 90
6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1 ½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115

WASTE OF ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be treated as household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to hand it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring your waste equipment is recycled, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could appear if this product was not recycled. Recycling helps spare natural resources. For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or your reseller.

EQUIPMENT

On the four sides of the cabinet, two M10 fittings will connect the eLS400 to accessories. (VNI-VCPL365, VNI-HCPL425, VNU-HBRK425, eye-bolts). 2 pairs (In/Out) of 7.62 mm pitch screw terminal blocks. Cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section.
Assembly Instruction

eLS400 with IPCOV
Assembly Instruction

DESCRIPTION

  • The eLS400 is a compact and powerful subwoofer, ideal complementing ePS6 and ePS8.

  • eLS400 is equipped with 2 pairs (In/Out) of screw terminal blocks, permissible cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section. Cable with maximum outside diameter of 11mm. .
    Description

  • To wire eLS400, slit the membrane of the grommet crosswise, pass the cable through and make the connection to the screw terminals. Place the IPCOV.
    Description
    Description
    Description

  • IP55: be careful to place the IPCOV correctly.

  • Amplification

    • The eLS400 speakers must be used with a NEXO processor to handle EQ, phase alignment, crossover and excursion/thermal protection for the system loudspeaker.
    • The following table shows the number of ePS speakers and eLS400 subwoofers usable with each solution.

|       DTD + DTDAMP4X0.7| DTD + DTDAMP4X1.3 **| NXAMP4X1mk2 **| NXAMP4X2mk2 **| NXAMP4X4mk2 **
---|---|---|---|---|---
ePS6| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 4 per channel | Up to 4 per channel| Up to 4 per channel
ePS8| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 3 per channel
| Up to 4 per channel| Up to 4 per channel
eLS400| 1 per channel| 1 per channel| Up to 2 per channel *| Up to 3 per channel| Up to 3 per channel

PRESET

Please consult nexo-sa.com for NEXO TD Controllers firmware information.

For a traditional use of the subwoofer, there are 3 setups for eLS400:

  • 45 Hz – 85 Hz
  • 45 Hz – 120 Hz
  • 45 Hz – 150 Hz

eLS400 + ePS6
Preset

eLS400 + ePS8
Preset

ACCESSORIES

WARNINGS

All accessories are specifically rated in agreement with structural computations. Never use other accessories when assembling eLS cabinets than the ones provided by NEXO: NEXO will decline responsibility if any component is purchased from different supplier.

PROHIBITED: ePS6 or ePS8 below eLS400 without dedicated accessory

VNU-HBRK425

Horizontal Cradle, can be used with VNI-CLADAPT.

VNU-HBRK425 (2 positions).

Remove the M10 inserts from each side.

Place HBRK425 on eLS400, use only fasteners provided. Tight properly.
Accessories

Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-CLADAPT

Ceiling Adapter, use with VNI-HBRK425.

Screw VNI-CLADAPT to the ceiling (fasteners not provided).

Place the assembly on VNI-CLADAPT, use the 2 guides. Tight with the fasteners provided with VNI-CLADAPT.

Accessories

Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-VCPL365

Coupler ePS6 under Vertical eLS400

Refer to the Product Data Sheet
Accessories
Accessories

VNI-HCPL425

Coupler ePS8 under Horizontal eLS400

Refer to the Product Data Sheet
Accessories
Accessories

ARRAY EQ

The ArrayEQ allows to adjust the system frequency response in its lower range (see curves below, with different ArrayEq values):
ARRAY EQ

MAINTENANCE

NOTE:
Speakers and Grills can be sent back to NEXO for recycling

Driver access

Loosen the 4 screws,
Remove the grille. Tightening torque: 2.5Nm
Installation Instruction

Remove 8 screws.
Tightening torque: 3.5Nm (Thread Locker: Loctite 242)
Installation Instruction

LF: red (+) / black (-)

Spare parts
Installation Instruction
Installation Instruction

MARK QUANTITY REFERENCE DESIGNATION
1 1 05ELS400-UA Complete grille Black
2 1 05EBELS400 Cabinet Black
3 8 05VXTSTHC1012 HEADLESS Screw M10x12 Black (x10)
4 1 05HPB12ND HP BASS 12″ (6 ohms)
1 05N12ND-4R/K HPB12ND RECONE KIT
5 1 05LOGNEXO6 NEXO LOGO + STARLOCK WASHER
6 2 05PASF-DG9E1 Grommet DG11 Ø15.5MM

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WITH NEXO ELECTRONICS

Model eLS400
Frequency range (±6dB) 45 Hz – 150 Hz
Peak SPL Level (1m) 130dB Peak
Operating voltage 35 Vrms
Crossover Frequency 45 – 85 Hz; 45 – 120 Hz; 45 – 120 Hz
Nominal Impedance 6 ohms

SPECIFICATIONS

Model eLS400
Components LF: 1×12” – Long excursion Neodymium driver
Material Baltic birch plywood 15mm
Finish Black structural paint (RAL9005 or Custom RAL upon request)
Front finish Black acoustic fabric fitted front steel front grille
Fittings 2x M10 on each side for rigging accessories.
**Connector** 2 pairs (In/Out) of 7.62 mm pitch screw terminal blocks.

Cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section. Cable with maximum outside diameter of 11 mm.
Weight| 14.5 kg / 32 lb
IP Classification| IP55 with IPCOV
Dimensions| Diminution

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Tel: +33 3 44 99 00 70
Fax: +33 3 44 99 00 30
E-mail: info@nexo.fr

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