EXOTON S-1203 Active Column system Owner’s Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Exoton

Table of Contents

EXOTON S-1203 Active Column system
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Specifications
Package Contents
Connections and Controls
Assembling the System
Bluetooth Pairing
Care & Maintenance
References
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EXOTON S-1203 Active Column system

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Warning : the user shall not place this apparatus in the area during the operation so that the mains switch can be easily accessible.

Read these instructions before operating this apparatus.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
Heed all warnings to ensure safe operation.
Follow all instructions provided in this document.
Do not use this apparatus near water or in locations where condensation may occur.
Clean only with dry cloth. Do not use aerosol or liquid cleaners. Unplug this apparatus before cleaning.
Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Refer all servicing to service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.
Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Portable Column System
The S-1203 is designed to deliver a significant step up in all-around performance for a column system in its size/cost category. The system includes a speaker array, two array extensions, an array and a travel bag , and a 12″ powered subwoofer. All of these are designed for quick packaging and assembly, that looks great on the stage, and be able to stand the actual wear and tear.

Applications
It is an outstanding choice for any application that needs a simple, portable, and lightweight system with extraordinary connectivity, control, coverage and output. For events such as party、stage、wedding, the mixer allows the system to support the various mics and inputs required for participants, musicians, and background music, all of which have enough power to populate the DJ set or live performance of the dance floor.

Specifications

Package Contents

12″active subwoofer ×1
Mid-high array ×1
Long array extension ×1
Short array extension ×1
Travel bag ×1
Power cord ×1
User manual ×1

Connections and Controls

Bluetooth, power, signal, overload indicator light
DSP mode switching indicator light
DSP mode switching controller
Bluetooth switch button
RCA signal input interface
6.35mm, XLR linear composite A input interface
Controller for channel A
6.35mm, microphone input B inter-face
Switch for Mic/LINE input
Controller for channel B
XLR line output
Power cord plug
115V/230V voltage switch
power switch

Assembling the System

Before connecting the system to a power source, assemble the system using the array extension and mid-high array.

Insert the array extension into the subwoofer plug.
Insert the mid-high array into the array extension.

The S-1203 Portable Line Array System is equipped with two chain array extension of different lengths. The longer array exten-sion is better suited for outdoor, while the shorter array extension is more suitable for indoor.

DSP PRESET

To choose your system DSP, rotate the DSP PRESET button until the LED corresponding to your desired DSP lights up in green. You can select from various options including NORMAL, DJ, VOICE, LIVE, and FLAT. Your chosen DSP will remain selected even after powering off and on the S-1203.
Note: The system DSP affects subwoofer/mid-high array audio only. System DSP does not affect XLR Line Output audio.

Bluetooth Pairing

Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your device.
Press and hold the Bluetooth Pair Button for three seconds.
The S-1203 will appear in the device list on your device. Select your S-1203 from the device list.
When the device successfully pairs, the LED will light up in blue.

Note : While using the system, you may hear certain notifications. To avoid this, disable notifications on your connected device. To prevent call/message notifications from interrupt-ing audio, enable airplane mode.

Care & Maintenance

Cleaning Your S-1203
Clean the product enclosure using only a soft, dry cloth. lf necessary, carefully vacuum the grille of the S-1203.

CAUTION: Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives
CAUTION: Do not use any sprays near the product or allow liquids to spill into any openings.

Troubleshooting

Problem	What to do
No power	● Make sure you have power at the AC outlet. Try operating a

lamp or other equipment from the same AC outlet or test the outlet using an AC outlet tester.
No sound| ● Make sure your S-1203 is turned on.

● Make sure your instrument is plugged into the Channel input

● Make sure the volume is turned up on your source.

● Make sure the volume is turned up on the S-1203.

● Make sure the S-1203 isn’t in AutoOff/Low-power Standby mode.

● Plug your instrument into a different amplifier to make sure the source is working.

● Make sure the Channel Mute button is not engaged.

Paired Bluetooth device will not connect to the loudspeaker

| ● If your paired device requires a passcode, make sure the one you entered is correct.

● Make sure Bluetooth functionality is turned on or enabled on your source device.

● Your Bluetooth device may be out of range; try moving it closer to the S-1203.

● lf possible, turn off all other nearby Bluetooth devices or disable their Bluetooth functionality.

● Clear the loudspeaker memory or pair to a new device by pressing and holdina the Bluetooth Pair Button for ten seconds. Delete the S-1203 from the Bluetooth device’s memory. Pair the Bluetooth device with the S-1203 again.

● Turn the power off and back on; then try re-pairing your device.

With nothing plugged into the

S-1203, a light hum or buzz is heard

| ● Using an AC outlet tester, test the AC outlet the S-1203 is plugged into for rewersed or open (hot, neutral, and/or ground) contacts.

● If using an extension cord, plug the S-1203 directly into the outlet.

Instrument or audio source sounds distorted| ● Turn down volume on the source.

● Turn down channel volume.

● Try a different source or instrument.

Microphone is encountering feed- back| ● Turn down channel volume.

● Orient the microphone so that it is not pointing directly at the S-1203.

● Try a different microphone.

● Try a different position for the S-1203 and/or vocalist on stage.