Loudspeaker Connectors 57
s p e a k O N Content Page speakON SPX Series 4 Pole Cable Connector ................ Ordering Information ................................................... Accessories .................................................................. speakON FC Series, 2, 4 and 8 Pole Cable Connector .... Ordering Information ................................................... speakON Adapter ......................................................... Ordering Information ...............................................
s p e a k O N Introduction The Neutrik speakON Series, known in the professional audio industry as "The loudspeaker connector" has become the state of the art in speaker and amplifier connectivity. Introduced in 1987 speakON was invented by Neutrik as a result of customer demand for a reliable speaker connection. The pro audio market quickly realized the advantages of this completely new connection system. The design is optimized for loudspeaker applications with an outstanding cost-performance ratio.
s p e a k O N Quick lock Chuck type strain relief Right angle conversion speakON SPX Series 4 Pole Cable Connector NL4FX NL4FRX Up to 50 A current rating Only 3 parts, easy to assemble ● High Impact Materials ● ● 2 3 4 1 Improved SPX-Series screw contacts! (Wire position after assembly) 1 2 5 4 60 6 look for the logo 3 5 1 Easy and extremely precise locking system "Quick Lock" 2 Improved grip on latch 3 1 piece strain relief, chuck for 8 to 14.5 mm cable O.D.
s p e a k O N NL4FX NL4FRX Design Criteria This second generation of speakON connectors features higher current rating for the operation of high power speakers and amplifiers carrying more than 1000 Watts. Only 3 parts make it fast and easy to assemble with a more reliable performance. Our unique design makes it possible to change easily and quickly from a straight connector to the right-angle version, even without disconnecting the cable. Assembly Prepare cable as shown. 25 mm [ 1.0" ] 12 mm [ 0.
s p e a k O N Locking ring Quick lock speakON FC Cable Connector Series NL2FC NL4FC 4 pole - Branded with unique hologram - guarantees genuine and authentic Neutrik product ● Up to 30 A rms current rating ● Glass reinforced materials for housing and inserts ● Unique Neutrik ® chuck type strain relief ● Precise keyway for secure mating ● Accurate twist lock latching system ● 4 pole in new design with more ergonomic latch ● NL8FC NL2FC NL4FC Keying: NL2MP NL4MP NL8FC NL4FC NL2FC Or
s p e a k O N 1/4" Jack adapter Extention coupler speakON Adapter NA4LJX NL4MMX NL8MM NA4LJ NL4MMX Features permanent secure connection on a speakON cable connector using 2nd lock. NL4MMX Secure Lock! NL4MMX + NL4FX (locked on the cable) NL8MM Changes gender to male when permanently locked on the cable.
s p e a k O N Reinforced locking area Nickel housing 3/16" flat tabs Vertical PCB mount speakON Chassis Connector NL2MP NL4MD-H-1 NL4MD-H-3 Standard version up to 30 A rms, ultra high current version up to 50 A audio current ● Glass reinforced materials ● Precise keyway for secure mating ● Accurate twist lock latching system ● Metal front plate (8-pole) or metal insert in locking area (2 & 4-pole) ● Various mounting and wiring possibilities ● "Air tight design", optimized for speaker
s p e a k O N Ordering Information Flange layout: A Hole layout: D-size standard hole Pole NL2MP NL2MD-H NL2MD-V NL4MP NL4MP-1 NL4MP-2 NL4MP-3 NL4MP-M3 NL4MD-H NL4MD-H-1 NL4MD-H-2 NL4MD-H-3 NL4MD-V NL4MD-V-1 NL4MD-V-2 NL4MD-V-S NL4MP-ST NL4MP-UC NL4MPR NL8MD-V NL8MD-V-BAG NL8MD-V-1 NL8MPR NL8MPR-BAG NLT4MP NLT4MP-BAG NLT4MD-V NLT4FP NLT4FP-BAG NLT8MP NLT8MP-BAG 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 8 8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 8 8 D-size mirrored hole position B Flange size Flange layout D-size D-size
s p e a k O N PCB solder pins Locking key speakON Combo NLJ2MD-V ● ● D-size flange Combines a Speakon ® and 1/4" Phone Jack - one for two NLJ2MD-V Compatible PCB layout and panel mount to NL4MD-V-1 (NL4MD-H) ● Cost saving - combines two connectors in one housing ● Mates with all 2, 4-pole Speakon® and 1/4" Phone Plugs ● PA-wiring: 1+ is connected to TIP, 1- to the SLEEVE ● PCB layout of NLJ2MD-V is compatible with NL4MD-V and PCB layout of NLJ2MD-H is compatible with NL4MD
s p e a k O N Reinforced locking Latch lock XL-solder contacts speakON STX Series Cable Connectors NLT4FX-BAG ● Up to 50 A current rating ● Only 3 parts, easy to assemble ● All metal housing ● IP 54 sealing gasket 2 NLT4MX 3 4 5 4 1 7 NLT4FX NLT8FX 6 1 Easy and extremely precise locking system "Quick Look", reinforced with metal 2 Improved grip on latch 3 1 piece strain relief, chuck for cables from 9 to 16 mm O.D.
s p e a k O N Robust metal housing XL-solder contacts speakON NLT4FP-BAG 3/16" flat tabs ® STX Series Chassis Connectors NLT4MD-V ● Extremely robust metal housing designed for harsh and ● Weatherproof design features sealing gaskets ● 4 type range - also male cable connector and female receptacle NLT4MP-BAG NLT4FP demanding environment on 4-pole version ● All-metal housing makes the STX Series rugged and durable ● Weatherproof built-in gasket meets IP 54 protection class (4
s p e a k O N Design Criteria The new speakON STX Series is the next generation of 4 & 8 pole speakON connectors especially designed for loudspeaker - amplifier applications in harsh and demanding environment such as professional touring. The STX Series features a metal housing which is extremely rugged and durable; built-in gaskets make it weatherproof. This new series offers beside the female cable connector and male receptacle now also a 4 pole male cable and female chassis connector.
T e c h n i c a l Specification D a t a SPX STX speakON speakON Adapter Series Series FC Chassis + Cable Con. Cable Con. Cable Con Combo STX Series Chassis Electrical Number of contacts: Rated current per contact: 40 A rms continuous 50 A audiosignal, duty cycle 50% Combo: 15 A rms continuous Rated insulation voltage: 250 V ac Contact resistance after lifetime: < 2 mΩ Insulation resistance after dampheat: > 1 GΩ Dielectric strength: 4 kV peak 1/4" Jack: 1.
s p e a k O N W i r i n g Wiring Suggestion Positive signal on speaker pin "+" produces positive waveform from driver (moves cone outwards) "+" = In phase (high) "-" = Ground (out of phase, low) Lower numbers for lower frequencies.
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