IDea EXO SM16 Dual 8 Inch Passive Stage Monitor User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- iDea
Table of Contents
QUICKSTART GUIDE
EXO SM16
Dual-8” Passive Stage Monitor
IDea EXO SM16 Dual 8 Inch Passive Stage Monitor
EXO SM16 is an active high-performance stage monitor, featuring 2 x 8”
high-quiality woofers and a 3” compression driver. The 80º x 50º dispersion
provided by the horn offers a well defined coverage. Its compact design,
common in smaller monitors, surprises for its sound pressure.
EXO SM16 allows for any kind of applications. In its vertical position,
acts as a powerful PA loudspeaker. It can be flown with a specific U-bracket.
EXO SM16 stands out for its versatility and practicity due to its compact
size.
The proximity of the acoustical centres of the two 8” woofers allows for a
slight narrowing of the acoustical lobes generated at the crossover frequency,
providing tighter directivity and greater focus on the horizontal plane (in
Stage monitor position), coinciding with the V/H offset of the HF horn,
favouring longitudinal coverage (parallel to the stage axis). This dual woofer
arrangement exhibits extremely dynamic response even a very high SPL.
The HF section of the SM16-A utilizes a large magnetic assembly (150 mm) for a
3” voice coil, 1´4 exit compression driver (also present in EVO88) coupled
with an 80º x 50º horn.
This large HF system ensures clear, undistorted MF/HF and very high SPL at
both stage monitoring distances and in stage Fill/FOH applications.
EXO SM16 offers all the most welcome features of a dedicated stage
monitor, with diminutive footprint, great multipurpose versatility and
extraordinary output for such a compact loudspeaker. It is available with a
tilt & lock U-Bracket for Pole mounting and Truss suspension.
A two-unit wheeled flight-case (with all necessary power and signal cabling)
is optional, as well as soft-padded protective covers.
TECHNICAL DATA
| Enclosure design | Wedged |
|---|---|
| LF Transducers | 2 x 8’’ High performance woofer |
| HF Transducers | 3’’ Voice coil Compression Driver (1.4 Exit, 120 mm magnet) |
| Power Handling (RMS) | 500 W |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohm |
| SPL (Continuous/Peak) | 130/136 dB SPL |
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 52 – 20000 Hz |
| Frequency Range (-3 dB) | 72 – 18000 Hz |
| Coverage | 50°/80° (H/V) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 470 x 320 x 512 mm (18.5 x 12.6 x 20.2 in) |
| Weight | 25.5 kg (56.2 lb) |
Connectors
+/-1
+/-2| 2 x Neutrik speakOn NL-4 in parallel
Input
Link
Cabinet Construction| 15 + 18 mm Birch Plywood
Grille| 1.5 mm perforated weatherised steel with protective foam
Finish| Durable IDEA proprietary Aquaforce High Resistance paint coating
process
Handles| 1 integrated handles
Feet/Skates| 8 Rubber feet
Installation| 14 threaded M8 inserts. Bottom 36 mm pole mount socket
Accessories| U-bracket (UB-EXO-SM16)
Flight Case (FC EXO SM16)
35 mm Pole (K&M-21336)
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
WARNINGS AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
- Read this document thoroughly, follow all safety warnings and keep it for future reference.
- **** The exclamation mark inside a triangle indicates that whatever repairing and component replacement operations must be done by qualified and authorized personnel.
- No user serviceable parts inside.
- Only use accessories tested and approved by IDEA and supplied by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.
- Installations, rigging and suspension operations must be done by qualified personnel.
- Only use accessories specified by IDEA, complying with maximum loads specifications and following local safety regulations.
- **** Read the specifications and connection instructions before proceeding to connect the system and use only cabling supplied or recommended by IDEA. Connection of the system should be done by qualified personnel.
- Professional sound reinforcement systems can deliver high SPL levels that may result in hearing damage. Do not stand close to the system while in use.
- Loudspeaker produce magnetic field even while they are not in use or even when disconnected. Do not place or expose loudspeakers to any device that is sensitive to magnetic fields such as television monitors or data storage magnetic material.
- Disconnect the equipment during lightning storms and when it is not to be used for a long time.
- Do not expose this device to rain or moisture.
- Do not place any objects containing liquids, such as bottles or glasses, on the top of the unit. Do not splash liquids on the unit.
- Clean with a wet cloth. Do not use solvent-based cleaners.
- Regularly check the loudspeaker housings and accessories for visible signs of wear and tear, and replace them when necessary.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- **** This symbol on the product indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Follow local regulation for recycling of electronic devices.
- IDEA declines any responsibility from misuse that may result in malfunction or damage of the equipment.
WARRANTY
- All IDEA products are guaranteed against any manufacturing defect for a period of 5 years from date of purchase for acoustical parts and 2 years from date of purchase for electronic devices.
- The guarantee excludes damage from incorrect use of the product.
- Any guarantee repair, replacement and servicing must be exclusively done by the factory or any of authorized service centres.
- Do not open or intend to repair the product; otherwise servicing and replacement will not be applicable for guarantee repair.
- Return the damaged unit, at shipper’s risk and freight prepaid, to the nearest service centre with a copy of the purchase invoice in order to claim guarantee service or replacement.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
I MAS D Electroacústica SL
Pol. A Trabe 19-20 15350 CEDEIRA (Galicia – Spain)
Declares that: EXO SM16
Complies with the following EU Directives:
RoHS (2002/95/CE) Restriction of Hazardous Substances
LVD (2006/95/CE) Low Voltage Directive
EMC (2004/108/CE) Electro-Magnetic Compatibility
WEEE (2002/96/CE) Waste of Electric and Electronic Equipment
EN 60065: 2002 Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus. Safety
requirements.
EN 55103-1: 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility: Emission
EN 55103-2: 1996 Electromagnetic compatibility: Immunity
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IDEA is always in pursuit of better performance, greater reliability and
design features.
Technical specifications and minor finish details may vary without notice in
order to improve our products.
©2022 – I MAS D Electroacústica SL
Pol. A Trabe 19-20 15350 Cedeira (Galicia – Spain)
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