FOCAL ST6 Professional Analogue Monitoring System User Manual

ST6
SOLO6 | TWIN6 | TRIO6 | SUB12
User Manual

**IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

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22. Do not use this device in tropical climates.
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24. If the device has been transported from a cold environment to a warm environment, make sure no condensation has accumulated before connecting the power cable.
25. Always leave a distance of at least 5cm (2″) around the product for proper ventilation.
26. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lit candles, near the device.
27. The appliance should only be mounted on a wall or ceiling if the manufacturer allows for this.
28. This product has sharp corners. Handle it with care.
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30. When replacement components are needed, use only the components specified by the manufacturer or components with identical technical features to those of the original product. Using non-compliant components could cause fires, electric shocks or other risks.
31. After any maintenance or repair work on the device, test it to check that it is working safely.
32. **** Turn the source to minimum before connecting the products and turning up the volume. Once the products are in place, gradually increase the volume to a reasonable and comfortable level.
33. **** To avoid damaging your hearing, do not listen to loudspeakers at high volumes for long periods of time. Listening to loudspeakers at an excessive volume can cause damage to the user’s ears and may lead to hearing problems (temporary or permanent deafness, buzzing in the ears, tinnitus, hyperacusis). Exposing your ears to a volume higher than 85dB SPL-LAeq for several hours can irreversibly damage your hearing.
34. After removing the product from its packaging, keep the packaging out of the reach of children. It could present a suffocation risk.
35. Some users who are not self-sufficient enough to use the product on their own without danger. In particular, children under 14 or people with some types of disabilities must be supervised and/ or accompanied when using the device.

FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

1. Audio signal input connector

2. Automatic stand-by switch

3. Input sensitivity switch

4. Crossover control

5. Focus mode input

6. Focus mode output

7. Power switch – On/Off

8. Voltage selector

9. Fuse box/mains socket

10. On/off mode indicator POWER LED:
    – on (continuous green)
    – stand-by (continuous red)
    – protection (flashing red)

11. Focus mode indicator LED FOCUS:
    – on (continuous green)

12. Inserts for wall fastening

13. Midrange speaker driver selection switch

1. Input sensitivity switch

2. Automatic stand-by switch

3. LEF input and output switches

4. Left signal input and output switches

5. Right signal input and output switches

6. 1/4″ (6.35mm) jack connector for 2.1 Bypass remote control

7. Focus mode input and output switches

8. Polarity switch

9. Phase control

10. Low-pass crossover potentiometer

11. Volume control

12. High-pass crossover switch

13. On/off mode indicator POWER LED:
    – on (continuous green)
    – stand-by (continuous red)
    – protection (flashing red)

14. 2.1 BYPASS/mute LED: on (continuous green)

1. Audio signal input connector

2. Automatic stand-by switch

3. Input sensitivity switch

4. Focus mode input

5. Focus mode output

6. Crossover control

7. Power switch – On/Off

8. Voltage selector

9. Fuse box/mains socket

10. Focus mode switch

11. On/off mode indicator POWER LED:
    – on (continuous green)
    – stand-by (continuous red)
    – protection (flashing red)

12. Focus mode indicator LED FOCUS:
    – FOCUS 1 (continuous green)
    – FOCUS 2 (continuous orange)

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Thank you for purchasing a Focal product. Welcome to our world of monitors. Innovation, tradition, excellence and pleasure are our values; our one and only aim is to bring you a sound that is transparent, true and precise. To get the most out of your product, we recommend that you read the instructions in this booklet, then store it in a safe place to refer to in the future.

Package contents

Loudspeakers are delivered with the following items:

• 1 quickstart guide
• 1 power cable
• 4 rubber feet
• A plastic wallet containing a user manual (Beryllium inverted dome tweeter) and an adhesive strip to affix to the tweeter in case of damage to the dome

Check that nothing is missing and remove all the accessories from the box. In order not to damage your products while unpacking them, please follow these steps: open the flaps of the cardboard box completely. Fold them back down the sides. Remove the top protective packaging. Lift out the loudspeaker carefully. Check that the packaging does not show any signs of damage. If the packaging has been damaged, let the carrier and the supplier know. It is important to keep the packaging in good condition for any future use.
Recommendations
We would like to point out that our products can generate high sound pressure, particularly in the 5.1 or Dolby Atmos® configuration. As the distortion level is low and user fatigue is minimal, it is not always easy to realise how high the sound pressure actually is. Remember that exposure to high volumes beyond a certain amount of time can lead to irreversible hearing loss.
Conditions of warranty
All Focal loudspeakers are covered by warranty drawn up by the official Focal distributor in your country. Your distributor can provide all details concerning the conditions of warranty. Warranty cover extends at least to that granted by the legal warranty in force in the country where the original purchase invoice was issued.
Quick-start guide

1. Before you do anything, check that the loudspeakers and audio source (console, etc.) are in the Off position and that all settings at the back of the loudspeakers are in the 0 position. Ensure that the sensitivity switch is in the +4dBu position.

2. Connect the audio signal from the source to the loudspeakers, using the XLR inputs.

3. Use the power cable supplied to connect the loudspeaker to the mains.

4. Power on the audio source and check that the output level of the audio source connected to the loudspeaker is set to – ∞ or a very low level.

5. Switch on the loudspeakers. The loudspeakers are now in “Stand-by” mode.

6. Increase the level of the audio source until the signal is detected by the loudspeakers, so that they automatically switch into “On” mode.
   After the loudspeakers are powered on and after the automatic stand-by mode is enabled, the audio signal detection circuit in the loudspeaker will automatically switch from “Stand-by” to “On” mode, a few seconds after a signal is received.

7. Once you have finished your recording, mixing or mastering session, we recommend switching off the equipment in the following order:
   a. Switch off the loudspeakers
   b. Switch off the audio sources

Solo6
Solo6 is an active 2-way nearfield professional loudspeaker (2 internal amplifiers), comprising a Focal 6 1/2″ (16.5cm) bass/ midrange speaker driver with ‘W’ composite sandwich cone, fitted with a large-section laminar port and a Focal pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter (fig. A).
Twin6
Twin6 is an active 2.5-way semi nearfield professional loudspeaker (3 internal amplifiers), comprising two Focal 6 1/2″ (16.5cm) speaker drivers with ‘W’ composite sandwich cone, fitted with a large-section laminar port and a Focal pure Beryllium inverted dome tweeter. Both 6 1/2″ (16.5cm) speaker drivers reproduce the bass but only one of them (you can choose the positioning) reproduces the “midrange” frequencies (fig. B).
Sub12
Sub12 is an active subwoofer for professional monitoring systems. The transducer used is a Focal 13″ (33cm) subwoofer with ‘W’ composite sandwich cone, fitted with a large-section laminar port (fig. F).
Sub12 can be used:
– in addition to bass or sub-bass for stereo + subwoofer systems (2.1 or 2.2). For this purpose, the rear panel connectivity of the Sub12 allows you to connect a traditional stereo source (Left In and Right In), but also to pick up a signal (Left Out and Right Out) processed via the “high-pass” crossover included in the Sub12, designed to supply any linked “satellite” loudspeakers.
– as an LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel for use in a multichannel system (5.1, 5.2, 6.1, etc.) via a specific LFE input located on the rear panel of the Sub12. As an LFE channel, the low-pass crossover is no longer active.
Trio6
Trio6 is an active 3-way professional nearfield loudspeaker. It comprises an 8-inch (20.3cm) subwoofer with ‘W’ composite sandwich cone fitted with a large-section laminar port, a 5-inch (12.7cm) woofer with ‘W’ composite sandwich cone, and a 1-inch (2.5cm) tweeter with pure Beryllium inverted dome.

INSTALLATION

Mains power
After unpacking your products, first check that the selected operating voltage is correct, depending on the supply voltage chosen using the selector, also check (and if necessary replace) the fuse, whose amperage is dependent on the operating voltage (see fuse characteristics in the specifications table).
Warning
Your products must be earthed using the power cable supplied for that purpose. Check that your electrical system (circuit breaker, plugs, extension cord, extension block, etc.) is compatible with the power consumed by Solo6, Twin6 and, in particular, Sub12.
Audio input connections
The audio signal is input via a female XLR socket. This connector allows you to connect a balanced signal source and uses a standard cabling diagram:
Pin 1 = earth (shield)
Pin 2 = hot point (in-phase signal)
Pin 3 = cold point (out-of-phase signal)
When the input signal source is unbalanced, the “cold point” (Pin 3) is usually connected to the earth (Pin 1). This connection is usually made with cables.
Automatic stand-by
The monitors in the ST6 range are equipped with a “Stand-by” mode. When you switch on the monitors, the “Stand-by” mode is enabled. To disable it, send an audio signal to the monitor by gradually increasing the volume of the audio source. After around 15 minutes without receiving an audio signal, the monitors automatically switch to “Stand-by” mode. In “Standby” mode, the power consumption is less than 0.5W. This “Stand-by” function can be disabled using the stand-by switch.
Connections specific to the Sub12 (fig. F)
Using the Sub12 in a stereo + subwoofer configuration (2.1 or 2.2)
Left IN: this input is intended to receive the left output from your source (mixing desk, etc.).
Right IN: this input is intended to receive the right output from your source (mixing desk, etc.).
Left OUT: this output is reserved for the power from the left loudspeaker of your 2.1 system. The signal picked up will have been previously filtered by the high-pass crossover of your Sub12.
Right OUT: this output is reserved for the power from the right loudspeaker of your 2.1 system. The signal picked up will have been previously filtered by the high-pass crossover of your Sub12.
Using the Sub12 as an LFE channel
LFE: this input is intended for powering your Sub12 for a multichannel application (5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.2, 7.1, 7.2 etc.). The LFE input is used exclusively for low frequencies.
Positioning
The Solo6, Twin6 and Trio6 have been designed for use as nearfield loudspeakers and therefore to be positioned at a distance of around 1 to 3 metres from the listener, pointing towards him or her. They can be easily positioned above a mixing desk or placed on suitable stands, bearing in mind that in all scenarios we strongly recommend locating the tweeter at a similar height to that of the listener’s ears. If necessary you can easily reverse the normal layout of the loudspeakers and position the tweeter at the bottom to bring it closer to the recommended height (fig. C, D).
You can position both of the Solo6 either vertically or horizontally (fig. C) depending on the environment, preferably pointing towards the listener. We do, however, recommend the vertical position.
The Twin6 are designed to be listened to horizontally, however, they can also be used vertically in some cases. The Twin6 has a “switch” to choose the location of the speaker driver intended to reproduce the midrange frequencies (See Use – Controls – Left/Right Midrange Switch) – (fig. E). Consequently, you should always choose a “balanced” or “mirror” configuration with respect to the listener.
Positioning the midrange/tweeter plate
You can rotate the midrange/tweeter plate of the Trio6 monitor 360° in 90° stages.
This allows you to configure the monitor according to the room and installation constraints.
Procedure to follow to position the midrange/tweeter plate

1. Remove the 4 screws using a n°4 Allen key (fig. I).

2. Pull the plate out by around 10cm by tilting it (fig. J).

3. USING the vents, turn the plate until you achieve the desired position. Check that the mounting inserts are aligned with the holes on the plate, to ensure perfect alignment between the screws and the holes on the hole/mounting inserts (fig. K).

4. To ensure the housing is correctly fitted, you must adhere to the following 3 points:
   4.1. Position the housing. Insert and manually tighten the 4 screws, ensuring you do so cross-wise, as shown (fig. L).
   4.2. Tighten the screws in a cross-wise pattern. Use the electric screwdriver on a low-power setting.
   4.3. Tighten cross-wise again. Use the electric screwdriver on a more intense power setting. Next, make sure the screws are properly tightened.

5. The monitor is ready to use.

Positioning the rubber feet
ST6 monitors are supplied with 4 rubber feet, allowing the loudspeaker to be decoupled from its support (console strip, stand, etc.). We advise you to position the feet with as much space as possible between them, depending on the dimensions of the stand (fig. H).
Wall/ceiling mounting
The mounting points allow you to fix the Solo6 monitors to the wall and/or ceiling using the K&M® accessories. The centre- to-centre distance is 2 3/4″ (70mm) and requires M6 screws. Please refer to the table below for the compatible K&M® products.
As with any wall or ceiling mounting, installing the monitors can involve risks and the methods of drilling and mounting to walls, ceilings and other surfaces depend on the conditions and standards of construction, refurbishment, safety and cabling in force and applicable to the brackets involved. For this reason, the relevant drilling, mounting and installation operations must be performed by a qualified professional who is familiar with the installation and safety standards. Focal does not provide any end-of-use warranty for a given bracket or installation, as installing the monitors is the customer’s sole responsibility. Focal is therefore not liable in any capacity whatsoever in the event of unhooking, fall, accident and/or any other result or damage of any kind related to the installation of monitors.

| Wall mounting| Ceiling mounting
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SOLO6| K&M® 24471 fixing kit
+ K&M® 24359 adapter| K&M® 24496 fixing kit
K&M® 24491 fixing kit
+ K&M® 24359 adapter

Stereo positioning
We recommend that you position the loudspeakers so as to achieve an equilateral triangle. The 3 corners are formed by the listening position, the right loudspeaker and the left loudspeaker.
Multi-channel positioning
In the case of a 5.1 installation, we recommend you position the loudspeakers in a circle so that they are equidistant from the listening point. The central channel will be positioned at 0°, the front right channel at 30°, the rear right channel at 110°, the rear left channel at 250° and the front left channel at 330°. If yours is a Dolby Atmos system, refer to the Focal Dolby Atmos Guidelines ( https://www.focal.com/en/pro/dolby-atmos ). The optimum positioning of the Sub12 varies depending on the size, shape and acoustics of the listening room. We recommend that you try various possible positions and select whichever one delivers the best listening quality. It is not unusual to get the best results by positioning the Sub12 in a corner.
Running-in
The transducers used in the Solo6, Twin6 and Sub12 are complex mechanical assemblies that require a running-in period to operate at their best and to become acclimatised to the temperature and humidity conditions of your environment. The length of time this takes can vary depending on the conditions and may extend over several weeks. To reduce the process, we recommend operating the different products for about twenty consecutive hours at medium volume, with music that is rich in bass frequencies. Once the transducers’ characteristics have stabilised, you will be able to enjoy the full potential of your Focal products.

CONTROLS

Controls specific to the Solo6, Twin6 and Trio6
Midrange Driver switch (Left / Right) – Only on Twin6
This switch allows you to choose which of the two 6.5″ (16.5cm) speaker drivers will reproduce the midrange. Usually, choosing the “Left” Midrange Driver position will effectively select the left speaker driver (when facing the loudspeaker) as the one intended to reproduce the midrange. Conversely, the right speaker driver (when facing the loudspeaker) will be selected when the switch is set to “Right” Midrange Driver. It is clear to see how valuable such a control is to achieving the best possible image by how it balances the two loudspeakers, regardless of the devised layout (fig. E).
Input sensitivity switch
The input sensitivity can be adjusted using this two-position switch. The +4dBu position is best for standard professional audio equipment, whereas -10 dBV can be used for other types of sources providing a lower level.
‘HF’ SHELVING
This control adjusts the level of high frequencies above 4.5kHz to ± 3dB (fig. M).
‘LMF’ EQ
The LMF EQ knob activates or deactivates a volume correction at a central frequency of 160 Hz for a Q factor of 1. We recommend that you set the switch to -1, -2, -3dB if the loudspeakers are positioned on a table, console strip or any other support generating reflections (fig. N).
“LF” SHELVING
This control adjusts the level of low frequencies below 150Hz to ± 3dB (fig. M). This setting will be very useful depending on the positioning of the loudspeakers on a console, near a wall or in a corner, where we tend to reduce these frequencies to varying degrees.
Light
There is an On/Off “LED” indicator on the front panel of the loudspeaker, above the Focus mode indicator, near to the “Focal” logo.
Focus mode – on Solo6 and Twin6
FOCUS mode is used to switch from 2-way (and 2.5-way for Twin6) to 1-way mode.
Solo6 and Twin6 (in FOCUS mode) offer a frequency response of 110Hz to 10kHz, making it possible to check the transfer quality of mixes on systems with a limited bass frequency response like televisions, computers, cars, phones or any other multimedia system.
Focus mode also makes it possible to check the mid-range and mid-bass registers, which are always very critical to equalise and balance in terms of volume compared to the other information contained in the audio signal. It provides a listening experience that is as close as possible to the sound signature of 2-way mode (and 2.5-way for Twin6). This way of listening to a full-range speaker driver also permits another approach to the stereo image whilst retaining the same sweetspot.
Focus mode – on Trio6
FOCUS mode is used to switch from 3-way mode to 1-way in FOCUS 1, and to 2-way mode in FOCUS 2.
Trio6 offers a frequency response of 100Hz to 15kHz (in FOCUS 1 mode) and 80Hz to 40kHz (in FOCUS 2 mode), making it possible to check the transfer quality of mixes on systems with a limited bass frequency response like televisions, computers, cars, phones or any other multimedia system.
Focus mode also makes it possible to check the mid-range and mid-bass registers, which are always very critical to equalise and balance in terms of volume compared to the other information contained in the audio signal. It provides a listening experience that is as close as possible to the sound signature of the 3-way mode. In a Trio6 in FOCUS 1 mode, this way of listening to a full-range speaker driver also permits another approach to the stereo image whilst retaining the same sweetspot.
INPUT
Input for connecting the footswitch-type control pedal to a switch, or for receiving the signal transmitted by the OUTPUT of the FOCUS mode of a Solo6, Twin6, Trio6 loudspeaker, or of the Sub12.
OUTPUT
Output for connecting the Solo6, Twin6 or Trio6 loudspeaker to a second Solo6, Twin6 or Trio6 loudspeaker or the Sub12. For the Solo6 and Twin6, ensure that you use an instrument cable equipped with 2 x 1/4″ (6.35mm) jack connectors (or Stereo, depending on the pedal) to connect the control pedal to a Solo6 or Twin6, as well as to connect two loudspeakers together.
Focal mode switch – only on Trio6
This switch enables users to select which of the two focus modes they want to use.
Choosing position ‘1’ will activate the FOCUS 1 mode (one-way) when the control pedal is pressed. When the FOCUS 1 mode is activated, the ‘FOCUS’ LED on the front panel of the loudspeaker lights up green.
Similarly, choosing the ‘2’ position will activate the FOCUS 2 mode (two-way) when the control pedal is pressed. When the FOCUS 2 mode is activated, the ‘FOCUS’ LED on the front panel of the loudspeaker lights up orange.
The ‘1+2’ enables users to select the FOCUS mode (1 or 2) they want to listen to, as well as activate the chosen FOCUS mode.
For this feature, you need to connect the Trio6 loudspeaker to a BOSS® FS-6 double control pedal (model tested and approved by our engineers). Ensure you use a 1/4″ (6.35mm) TRS jack (stereo jack) cable to transmit the signal between loudspeakers. You can also use 2 single pedals, each with a single switch, and both connected to the first loudspeaker in the chain. In this case, you will need to use an ‘insert cable’ with one 1/4″ (6.35mm) TRS jack (stereo jack) connector on one side (loudspeaker side) and two 1/4″ (6.35mm) mono jack connectors on the other side (i.e. a connector for each control pedal).
Whatever you choose, one of the switches allows you to change the type of FOCUS mode (1 or 2) while the other allows you to switch to the chosen FOCUS mode.
Note: if you have Trio6 Be in your system and you want to listen to the Trio6 ST6 monitors in ‘1+2’ mode at the same time, it is essential that the Trio6 Be monitors are connected to the end of the chain of 1/4″ (6.35mm) stereo jack cables used for the FOCUS mode.
Controls specific to the Sub12 (fig. F)
Level
The Sub12 level adjustment is used to set the subwoofer’s volume according to that of the monitors. This setting also offers the option to optimise the choice of the subwoofer’s positioning, taking into account the acoustic consequences inherent in positioning the Sub12 (in a corner: +6dB, therefore necessity to attenuate the level to achieve perfect linearity of the frequency response curve for the whole system).
High pass
This zone is dedicated to controlling the “high-pass” crossover of the loudspeakers linked with the Sub12 when in 2.1 configuration. The 45Hz / 60Hz / 90Hz switch is used to select a cut-off frequency, so as to optimise the coupling of the latter with the Sub12 subwoofer.
Low pass
This rotary potentiometer is used to adjust the subwoofer’s low-pass cut-off frequency in order to determine the highest frequency that the Sub12 will have to re-transcribe. The aim of this setting is to optimise the Sub12’s cut-off frequency. The aim is of course to obtain the most linear frequency response curve possible from the whole system (subwoofer + loudspeakers).
The low-pass crossover is no longer active as an LFE channel.
Polarity
This polarity switch inverts the Sub12 phase by 180°.
Phase
This “fine tuning” phase-adjustment potentiometer, combined with the polarity switch (seen above), will allow you to compensate for the positioning of the Sub12 in relation to that of the other loudspeakers. Depending on the distance of the subwoofer, on whether it is in a central position or not, this setting will allow you to simultaneously receive the sound information coming from the Sub12 and its linked loudspeakers.
2.1 Bypass/Mute
This input allows you to connect a 2-position control pedal (not supplied), using a 1/4″ (6.35mm) jack.
Enabling the BYPASS will:
– activate the subwoofer’s “Mute” function
– deactivate the high-pass crossover for the linked satellite loudspeakers. The loudspeakers will then operate at their full bandwidth.
This action will authorise the instant comparison through rapid switchover, between a “2.1” system (Sub12, linked to 2 loudspeakers) and a traditional stereo system. This option will be particularly useful when optimising the crossover settings (phase, cut-off frequency, volume) between the Sub12 and its linked loudspeakers.
Power light
POWER LED: on (continuous green), stand-by (continuous red), protection (flashing red) 2.1 BYPASS/Mute LED: on (continuous green)
Focus
The Sub12 can be linked to the Focus mode of satellites using the dedicated Focus input and output.

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Dolby Atmos® is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
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| SOLO6| TWIN6
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Performance
• Frequency response (@ – 3dB)| 40Hz – 40kHz
• Focus mode| 110Hz – 10kHz
• Maximum SPL
(Average CEA2034 50–10kHz free field @ 1m)| 110dB| 112dB
• Focus mode
(Average CEA2034 100–10kHz free field @ 1m)| 109.5dB| 111.5dB
Electronic section
• Input| Balanced XLR 10kΩ
• Bass amplifier stage| 80W RMS, G-class| 2 x 70W RMS, G-class
• Treble amplifier stage| 50W RMS, AB-class
• Nominal power supply| 100–120V~ 50/60Hz
220V~ 50/60Hz
230–240V~ 50Hz| 100–120V~ 50/60Hz
220–240V~ 50/60Hz
• Nominal power consumed| 100W| 150W
• User controls| Sensitivity, stand-by, HPF, LF
Shelv, LMF EQ, HF Shelv| Sensitivity, stand-by,
LeftRight, HPF, LF Shelv,
LMF EQ, HF Shelv
• Fuses| ~100–120V, T2.5AH/250V
~220–240V, T1.25AH/250V| ~100–120V, T3.15AH/250V
~220–240V, T1.6AH/250V
Transducers
• Bass| 6.5″ (16.5cm) ‘W’ cone| 2 x 6.5″ (16.5cm) ‘W’ cones
• Treble| 1.5″ (38mm) Beryllium
• Shielding| no
Loudspeaker
• Construction| 7/8″ (22mm) MDF
• Finish| Dark red natural veneering side panels, black body
• Dimensions (HxWxD)| 13 1/8″ x 9 3/4″ x 11 5/8″
(334mmx246mmx295mm)| 10 1/8″x20 1 /4″x13 1/2″
(258mmx514mmx344mm)
• Weight| 28.66lbs (13kg)| 48.5lbs (22kg)
• Temperature range| During use: 5–35°C
During storage: 0–50°C
Performance| TRIO6
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• Frequency response (@ – 3dB)| 35Hz – 40kHz
• Focus mode 1| 100Hz – 15kHz
• Focus mode 2| 80Hz – 40kHz
• Maximum SPL
(Average CEA2034 50–10kHz free field @ 1m)| 113dB
• Focus mode 1
(Average CEA2034 100–10kHz free field @ 1m)| 112dB
• Focus mode 2
(Average CEA2034 100–10kHz free field @ 1m)| 112dB

Electronic section

220–240V~ 50/60Hz
• User controls| Sensitivity, Auto standby, Focus mode, HPF, LF Shelv, LMF EQ, HF Shelv
• Nominal power consumed| 160W
• Fuses| ~100–120V, 50/60Hz, T3.15AH/250V
~220–240V, 50/60Hz, T1.6AH/250V

Transducers

Loudspeaker

During storage: 0–50°C
Performance| SUB12
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• Frequency response (@ – 3dB)| 28Hz – 400Hz
• Maximum SPL
(Average CEA2010B 30–200 Hz free field @ 1m)| 124.5dB

Electronic section

220–240V~ 50/60Hz
• Nominal power consumed| 180W
• User controls| Sensitivity, Stand-by, Polarity, Phase, LPF, Volume, HPF
• Fuses| ~100–120V, T10AL/250V
~220–240V, T5AH/250V
• Internal signal processing and functions
– Subwoofer section| Left/right mono summation
LFE + mono low-pass
24dB/octave
Phase adjustment
Polarity selection
Switchable high-pass crossover, cut-off frequency selection 24dB/octave
• Outputs (to satellites)
– Type / Impedance
– Connector| Right, left
Electronically balanced / 50Ω
3-point male XLR

Transducers

Loudspeaker

During storage: 0–50°C

Correct elimination of this product.
This marking indicates that within the EU this product should not be disposed of with other household wastes. To prevent any risk to the environment or human health, please recycle them responsibly to encourage the reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems available, or contact the retailer where you purchased the product. They can recycle this product safely.
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http://www.focal.com/warranty/ https://www.focal.com/regulatory- product-information

FOCAL JMLab® – BP 374 – 108, rue de l’Avenir – 42353 La Talaudière cedex – France – www.focal.com
Tel. (+33) 04 77 43 57 00 – SCCG – 12/09/2023 – v1

References

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