Yorkville PSA1 Paraline Series 46 Inch Compact Array Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Yorkville
Table of Contents
- Yorkville PSA1 Paraline Series 46 Inch Compact Array Loudspeaker
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Power Sources
- Service
- PSA1 Powered Speaker
- Electronic Features
- Set-Up Example
- Specifications
- PSA1 Block DiagramDESIGNED
- Two & Ten Year Warranty
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Yorkville PSA1 Paraline Series 46 Inch Compact Array Loudspeaker
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The DO NOT STACK symbol is intended to alert the user that the product shall not be vertically stacked because of the nature of the product. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions pertaining to a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to a
person
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THIS DEVICE IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY! INSTALLED BATTERY PACKS SHALL NOT BE
EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT SUCH AS SUNSHINE, FIRE, OR THE LIKE.
Read Instructions
The Owner’s Manual should be read and understood before the operation of your
unit. Please, save these instructions for future reference and heed all
warnings.
Cleaning: Clean only with a dry cloth.
Packaging: Keep the box and packaging materials, in case the unit needs to be
returned for service.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not use this apparatus near water!
Warning: When using electric products, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Power Sources
Your unit should be connected to a power source only of the voltage specified in the owner’s manual or as marked on the unit. This unit has a polarized plug. Do not use an extension cord or receptacle unless the plug can be fully inserted. Precautions should be taken so that the grounding scheme on the unit is not defeated. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a Mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Hazards
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or
table. The product may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious
damage to the product. Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions when installing the product and use mounting
accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
Equipment that is suspended overhead must use a secondary safeguard to prevent personal injury in the event the primary mounting mechanism fails. Safety eyebolts attached to the equipment and galvanized steel wire can be used together to implement a failsafe mounting thus ensuring the safety of the equipment and anyone positioned below the equipment.
Improper installation can result in bodily injury or death. If you are not
qualified to attempt the installation get help from a professional structural
rigger.
Note : Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may cause health
damage to your ears. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing water; no objects filled with liquids should be placed on the
apparatus. Terminals marked with the “lightning bolt” are hazardous live; the
external wiring connected to these terminals requires installation by an
instructed person or the use of ready-made leads or cords. Ensure that proper
ventilation is provided around the appliance. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.No naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Power Cord
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet. The
AC supply cord should be routed so that it is unlikely that it will be
damaged. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs. If the AC supply cord is damaged DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT. To
completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power
supply cord plug from the AC receptacle. The mains plug of the power supply
cord shall remain readily operable. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Service
The unit should be serviced only by qualified 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, requires battery pack replacement or has been dropped. Disconnect power before servicing! The Lightning Flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prongs are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified 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.
WARNING
- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
- To completely disconnect this apparatus from the ac mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the ac receptacle.
- The mains plug of the power supply cord or an appliance coupler shall remain readily accessible.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT CONNECT TO THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY
WHILE THE GRILLE IS REMOVED.
PSA1 Powered Speaker
Thank you for choosing Yorkville’s PSA1 compact line array speaker. Designed
from the ground up, the PSA1 represents the pinnacle of clarity and output in
a compact speaker system. The PSA1 excels in sound reinforcement applications
where a line array is desired but cannot be easily ac- accommodated. Used
alone or with the matching PSA1 subwoofer, the PSA1 is designed to deliver
reliably at a professional level night after night. Cabinet Features
The PSA1 is constructed of high-strength ABS plastic – a lightweight
alternative to a wooden cabinet. At the heart of the PSA1 is a Paraline lens
loaded with a pair of 1-inch compression drivers along with four 6-inch
woofers mounted on a 110°H x 15°V constant directivity horn. Paraline
technology was first developed for Yorkville’s flagship VTC Pro Audio
Elevation series line array. By channeling the sound waves along equidistant
paths, the Paraline lens converts the point source compression drivers into a
line source with constant phase and amplitude. The result is a completely
balanced sound field and coverage pattern across the cabinet’s horizontal and
vertical planes.
The PSA1 features a two-position pole stand adapter. When using a single cabinet on a stand, place the speaker at the 0° position. When two cabinets are to be stacked, place the bottom cabinet at –7.5° and secure the top cabinet to the bottom cabinet with the safety lanyards tethered to the handles of the box.
WARNING: Always use the safety lanyards when stacking cabinets. Failure
to do so can result in the top cabinet accidentally tipping off the stack.
WARNING : The safety lanyards and handles are not to be used as rigging
hardware in hanging applications. For hanging installation applications,
contact your Yorkville dealer for details regarding flying hardware.
Electronic Features
Innovative DSP processing is used to drive the 1000-Watt Class-D woofer amplifier and the two-tier 200-Watt horn amplifier.1 An active crossover for the amplifiers ensures that the woofer and horn operate optimally; meanwhile, separate non-defeatable limiters protect those drivers from excessive peaks and over-powering. The drivers themselves are sourced from the world’s premier manufacturers offering an extended lifetime of smooth, powerful performance. We are confident you will find the PSA1 a worthy mainstay for all of your sound application needs.
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Power Switch and Indicator
The green power LED illuminates when the power switch is turned to the On position and AC voltage is supplied. -
AC Input and Output
As a standard, the AC inlet on the PSA1 accepts locking IEC power cords. There is also an AC outlet that can be used to loop power through to other cabinets in your array using a male-to-female looping power cord. Check with your local Yorkville dealer for the availability of these accessory cords. Warning: Do not exceed a total load of 10 A on the looping AC chain. -
Input Jack
This female XLR / ¼-inch TRS combi-jack accepts either line-level XLR or ¼-inch TRS patch cables. For best noise reduction use balanced cables. Unbalanced ¼-inch TS cables can be used for unbalanced signal sources if needed. -
Link
This XLR male connector can be used with a standard XLR cable to daisy-chain up to ten PSA1 cabinets without signal degradation. Simply loop from one cabinet’s Link jack to the next cabinet’s Input jack. -
PSA1 Level Control
This control adjusts the volume level of the PSA1 relative to the input signal level. Mixers and other audio sources connected to the PSA1 tend to have different output voltages, which means the level control on the PSA1 is used to fine-tune the cabinet’s volume relative to the mixer settings. It is perfectly acceptable to set the PSA1 Level above or below the center 0 dB setting. Normal operation will be between 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock. -
LF (Low Frequency) Mode
The LF switch allows the user to configure the PSA1 to be used with or without a subwoofer. In Fullrange mode, the cabinet’s internal high-pass (low-cut) filter is set to 40 Hz. When using the PSA1 with a subwoofer, such as the PSA1s, depress the LF button to set the internal high-pass filter to 100 Hz. Most powered subs have their low-pass filter set at around 100 Hz. If yours is variable, set it at 100 Hz for use with the PSA1. -
HF (High Frequency) Mode
The HF Mode switch is used to set the relative level of the horn in the PSA1. In normal use, set the HF switch to Flat. If you are stacking PSA1 cabinets into an array, you may notice an increase in bass and a lack of treble. This is due to low-frequency coupling between the cabinets of the low-frequency drivers. Depress the HF switch on all cabinets to increase the high-frequency output of the cabinets by 3 dB. The HF switch can also be used in applications where the loudspeakers are situated far from the audience. The increase of treble will help overcome the natural loss of high frequency due to traveling a greater distance. Another option is to apply HF boost to only the top box in an array. In this configuration, the unboosted bottom box would cover the near field and the HF-boosted top box would cover the far field. -
Clip and Limit
The Clip and Limit LED indicators illuminate to guide the user to proper operating levels. Illumination of the yellow Limit LED indicates that a level has been reached where the PSA1 limiters are re- reducing the signal internally to prevent damage or distortion. It also indicates that further increases in input level or increasing the PSA1 Level control position will not appreciably increase acoustic output. The red Clip LED indicates that the input level is excessive and further increases in level will cause severe distortion. This happens at very high input signal levels in excess of 13V peak. The input signal should be reduced at the source immediately until Clip activity ceases.
Set-Up Example
- Place the PSA1 on a stand at the appropriate angle. Use the 0° pole position if mounting one cabinet on a pole and use the –7.5° position if stacking two cabinets.
- If you are stacking a second cabinet, be sure to connect the safety lanyards on the bottom cabinet to the handles of the top cabinet.
- Connect power to all cabinets. For tidy cabling, run power to one cabinet and use male-to-female AC loop cords to power the remaining cabinets.
- Using a balanced or unbalanced shielded cable, connect the left or right line-level (not speaker-level) output of your mixer to the Input connector.
- For stand-alone use of the PSA1 without a subwoofer, set the LF switch to the Fullrange setting. When using the PSA1 with the PSA1 subwoofer, depress this pushbutton to the Subsetting.
- If one or more PSA1 cabinets are being stacked above one another, set the HF switch to Boost on the upper or all cabinets depending on your live setting.
- It is best to set the Level at the center detent initially. Set your mixer level so that the Limit led is occasionally flashing with you hottest signal. If the Clip led lights are, turn your mixer down.
SAFETY WARNING : A lanyard pin must be used to link stacked boxes in multiple box arrays. The lanyard is not intended for hanging applications.
Specifications
- Active or Passive Active
- Program Power (watts) 700 Program (1200 watts Peak)
- Biampable Biamp
- Max SPL (dB) 128dB Peak (125dB Continuous)
- Frequency Response (Hz +/- 3db) 75Hz-20K
- Crossover Frequency (Hz) 1.2K
- Driver Configuration 2×1″, 4×6″
- HF Driver(s) 2×1-inch Ceramic w/ 1.75-inch VoiceCoil
- HF Program Power (watts) 75 watts (200 watts Peak)
- HF Dispersion (°H x °V) 110×15
- HF Protection Peak and Average Limiting
- LF Driver(s) 4×6-inch neo with 45mm VC
- LF Program Power(watts) 675 watts Program (1000 watts Peak)
- LF Impedance(ohms) 2 ohm Load
- LF Protection Excursion, RMS
- HF Power Amplifier (watts) 75W
- HF Amplifier Type 2-Tier Class H
- LF Power Amplifier (watts) 625W
- LF Amplifier Type Class D
- Cooling Scheme Convection
- Power Cable Removable Locking IEC Input and Loop Thru Output
- Power Switch Yes
- Power Consumption (typ/max) 135 VA / 225 VA
- Inputs 1 Combijack (XLR / 1/4-inch)
- Input Sensitivity (Vrms Sine) Line in 1.4 at the center, 0.35 at max
- Level Controls Volume
- EQ Controls HF Boost switch, Fullrange/Sub switch
- Limiter Peak and Average limiting on horn and woofer
- LED Indicators Power, Limit, Clip
- Enclosure Materials Injection Molded ABS
- Baffle Material Injection Molded ABS
- Covering / Finish Paint
- Optional Covering / Finishes Optional Colours available
- Dimensions (DWH back, inches) 14.5 x20.5 x16
- Dimensions (DWH back, cm) 36.8 x 52.1 x 40.6
- Weight (lbs/kg) 52 / 24
PSA1 Block DiagramDESIGNED
Two & Ten Year Warranty
Unlimited Warranty
Yorkville’s two and ten-year unlimited warranty on this product is
transferable and does not require registration with Yorkville Sound or your
dealer. If this product should fail for any reason within two years of the
original purchase date (ten years for the wooden enclosure), simply return it
to your Yorkville dealer with original proof of purchase and it will be
repaired free of charge. This includes all Yorkville products, except for the
YSM Series studio monitors, Coliseum Mini Series and TX Series Loudspeakers.
Freight charges, consequential damages, weather damage, damage as a result of improper installation, and damages due to exposure to extreme humidity, accident or natural disaster are excluded under the terms of this warranty. The warranty does not cover consumables such as vacuum tubes or par bulbs. See your Yorkville dealer for more details. Warranty valid only in Canada and the United States.
Canada
Voice: 905-837-8481 Fax:
905-837-8746
U.S.A.
Voice: 716-297-2920 Fax:
716-297-3689
WORLD HEADQUARTERS
CANADA
- Yorkville Sound Limited
- 550 Granite Court
- Pickering, Ontario
- L1W 3Y8 CANADA
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- Fax: 905-837-8746
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