Cerwin-Vega CVA-115, User Manual

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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE SERIES 

Manual_CVA115-A Originator: Tamera Hanna 1/24/2008 Size 8.5” x 11” Pages 20 (Fully Translated)

Before You Begin

The Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer covered by this manual is designed for portable applications in which the speaker will be
stacked directly on the floor, stage, or a solid, stable platform. Cerwin-Vega! does not support suspension of the sub-
woofer model covered by this manual nor is this model intended for fixed installation in outdoor or high moisture envi-
ronments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause corrosion of electrical contacts. If this hap-
pens, your speaker will stop working and no one will be able to hear your awesome sound. So, avoid exposing the
speakers to direct moisture. Keep speakers out of extended or intense direct sunlight. The driver suspension will prema-
turely dry out and finished surfaces may degrade from long-term exposure to intense ultra-violet (UV) light.

Cerwin-Vega! subwoofers can generate considerable energy. When placed on a slippery surface such as polished wood
or linoleum, the speaker may move due to its acoustical energy output. Precautions should be taken to ensure that the
speaker does not fall off a stage or table on which it is placed. The last thing you want is a speaker falling on someone in
the front row...that might really damage your equipment and ruin your night!

Some Cerwin-Vega! subwoofers include a receptacle cup to allow mounting of a satellite speaker on top of the sub-
woofer using a standard speaker pole shaft. When using a standard speaker pole shaft, be sure to observe the following
precautions:

o Check the speaker pole shaft for specification to be certain it is designed to support the weight of the speaker.
o Observe all safety precautions specified by the speaker pole shaft manufacturer.
o Always verify that the subwoofer is placed on a flat, level, and stable surface. 
o Route cables so that performers, production crew, and audience will not trip over them, toppling the speaker.
o Always be cautious in windy, outdoor conditions as the stability of the entire system may be compromised.

Cerwin-Vega! subwoofers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels (SPL) sufficient to cause permanent
hearing damage to performers, production crew and audience members. Caution should be taken to avoid prolonged
exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB.

Built-in Amplifier Precautions

Do not attempt to service this unit beyond instructions contained in this manual. Refer all servicing to a Cerwin-
Vega!/Stanton Authorized Service Center. Servicing is required when a liquid has    been spilled, or objects have fallen, into
the apparatus; the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture; the apparatus does not operate properly or has been
dropped; or if it has been damaged in any other way. Keep your Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer amplifier module away from
sources of heat, such as a radiator or oven. Do not cover or surround your Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer amplifier module
with material that may retain heat, such as a blanket or curtain. Be certain that the vents on the panel of the amplifier
module are clear of all obstructions during operation.

WARNING:

This apparatus presents the risk of a shock hazard. To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

unit to rain or moisture. Do not immerse your Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer amplifier module in any liquid. Do not operate
your Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer near a pool, bathtub or other standing water. Do not bypass or defeat the grounding or
polarization means used on the Cerwin-Vega! subwoofer amplifier module. Make sure all blades on the polarized power
plug can be fully inserted into the receptacle or other outlet that will be used with the unit. Your Cerwin-Vega! sub-
woofer amplifier module should be cleaned only with a dry cloth. Take care of the power cord attached to your Cerwin-
Vega! subwoofer amplifier module. Avoid situations where your cord might be stretched, pinched, or otherwise abused.
Route it to avoid foot traffic. Pay special attention to the cord connector and attachment points.