CX 5 active full-range speaker user manual
Musikhaus Thomann Thomann GmbH Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone: +49 (0) 9546 9223-0 E-mail: info@thomann.de Internet: www.thomann.de 29.11.
Table of contents Table of contents 1 General information................................................................................................................................. 1.1 Further information........................................................................................................................... 1.2 Notational conventions.................................................................................................................... 1.3 Symbols and signal words.....
General information 1 General information This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the unit. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference. Make sure that it is available to all those using the device. If you sell the unit please make sure that the buyer also receives this manual. Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. Thus, they are subject to change.
General information 1.1 Further information On our website (www.thomann.de) you will find lots of further information and details on the following points: Download This manual is also available as PDF file for you to download. Keyword search Use the search function in the electronic version to find the topics of interest for you quickly. Online guides Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics and terms.
General information 1.2 Notational conventions This manual uses the following notational conventions: Letterings The letterings for connectors and controls are marked by square brackets and italics. Examples: [VOLUME] control, [Mono] button. 1.3 Symbols and signal words In this section you will find an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are used in this manual.
General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. CAUTION! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided.
Safety instructions 2 Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used in a sound reinforcement system. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is consid‐ ered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Safety instructions DANGER! Electric shock caused by high voltages inside Within the device there are areas where high voltages may be present. Never remove any covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DANGER! Electric shock caused by short-circuit Always use proper ready-made insulated mains cabling (power cord) with a pro‐ tective contact plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. Failure to do so could result in electric shock/death or fire.
Safety instructions CAUTION! Possible hearing damage The device can produce volume levels that may cause temporary or permanent hearing impairment. Over an extended period of time, even levels that seem to be uncritical can cause hearing damage. Decrease the volume level immediately if you experience ringing in your ears or hearing impairment. If this is not possible, keep a greater distance or use suffi‐ cient ear protectors. NOTICE! Risk of fire Do not cover the device nor any ventilation slots.
Safety instructions NOTICE! Operating conditions This device has been designed for indoor use only. To prevent damage, never expose the device to any liquid or moisture. Avoid direct sunlight, heavy dirt, and strong vibrations. NOTICE! Power supply Before connecting the device, ensure that the input voltage (AC outlet) matches the voltage rating of the device and that the AC outlet is protected by a residual current circuit breaker.
Features 3 Features n n n n n n n n n coaxial 5.
Notes on use 4 Notes on use Unpack and carefully check that there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the device against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively. Handle the device with care. Do not try to disassemble or repair the device yourself if it should not work.
Connections and operating elements 5 Connections and operating elements Front panel active full-range speaker 14
Connections and operating elements 1 [Bass] Bass control. 2 [Mid] Mids control. 3 [Treble] Treble control. 4 [Main Level] Overall volume control. 5 [Line | 0 dB | Mic] Gain control for the second Line/Mic input. Turning clockwise increases the input gain for connecting microphones. Turning counterclockwise decreases the input gain for connecting instruments or devices with line level outputs. 6 [Clip] LED to indicate overload in the channel.
Connections and operating elements 8 Handle to carry or position the device. 9 [MP3] 3.5 mm phone socket for connecting line level devices such as MP3 or CD players. Stereo signals are combined. 10 [Line/Mic] XLR / 1/4" combo socket to connect microphones, instruments or devices with line level output. 11 RCA sockets for connecting line level devices such as MP3 or CD players. Stereo signals are combined. 12 [Clip] LED to indicate overload in the channel.
Connections and operating elements 15 [On | Signal | Limit | Protect] The [On] LED lights when the device is turned on. The [Signal] LED lights up when a signal is present at at least one input and that input's gain or volume controller is turned up sufficiently far to reproduce the signals. The [Limit] LED lights up when the circuit to limit the overall signal is activated. This is to protect the device against overload. In this case, reduce the overall volume.
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Connections and operating elements 18 [Line in] XLR / 1/4" combo socket as additional Line in to feed in a monitor mix e. g. 19 [Auto Power off] When this switch is in the [Enable] position, the device will turn off after approx. 30 minutes without input signal. To turn it then back on again, switch the [Power] button off and on again. 20 [Power] Switches the device on and off. 21 IEC chassis plug with fuse holder for the power supply.
Technical specifications 6 Technical specifications Operating supply voltage AC 100 – 240 V~, 50/60 Hz Fuse 5 mm × 20 mm, 2 A, 250 V, slow-blow Speaker coaxial 5.25" driver Frequency response 70 – 20.000 Hz Amp Class-D, 120 watt RMS Sound pressure level 90 dB / 1 W / 1 m Bass, mid, treble control ± 8 dB Dimensions (W × H × D) 323 mm × 180 mm × 205 mm Weight approx. 3.
Protecting the environment 7 Protecting the environment Disposal of the packaging mate‐ rial For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
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