Martin Audio Wavefront Precision Series, User Manual

Page 1: ...User Guide WPS Optimised Line Array ...

Page 2: ...Design 6 Accessories Amplification and DSP 7 Low Frequency Extension SXC118 and SXCF118 8 Rigging and Transportation WPSGRIDt Touring Flying Frame 9 WPSGRIDi Install Flying Frame 9 WPSOUTRIG 9 WPSCART 9 DISPLAY Overview 10 VU NET 2 2 Overview 14 WPS Rigging Overview 18 WPS Connections 19 WPSCART Transport Cart 22 WPSOUTRIG Ground Stack Bar and Outrigger 23 Inclinometer Assembly 24 Flown Systems 27...

Page 3: ... right of the WPS and pin in position 31 Flying the Array 31 Place the WPSGRIDt or WPSGRIDi flying frame on the top cabinet in either the front or rear position as determined by the DISPLAY project Most arrays will use the front rigging position the rear position is required when the array has an excessive up tilt 31 Landing the Array 38 Ground Stack Deployment Overview 40 Specifications WPS Speci...

Page 4: ...S system System wiring and rigging is explained and the two key software packages are covered It is not however the intention for this manual to be the sole tutorial medium for those wishing to use the system Training is available via the Martin Audio website including video webinars and formal training in order to help you gain a full understanding of the systems and their operation ...

Page 5: ...are specified by Martin Audio When moving using supplied wheelboards caution should be used to avoid injury from the cabinet tipping over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord o...

Page 6: ...ign can equal or outperform larger direct radiating designs Mechanical Design WPS is designed to be easy to handle safe and easy to rig The cabinet is constructed from high grade multi laminate birch plywood with an integral 3 point rigging system Two side pocket handles and two rear grip handles make handling safe and easy and the cabinet is finished in black textured paint with a fabric backed p...

Page 7: ... allows full local control of all features Dante digital audio network inputs are also provided for digital audio distribution and control Powerful DSP is fully integrated into the iK42 to provide a multitude of features that ensure maximum performance and worldwide compatibility It also provides up to 1000 FIR filter taps 48kHz on each output channel which is essential to implement DISPLAY s wide...

Page 8: ...reflex porting This arrangement produces a cardioid dispersion pattern which maximises the front radiation and reduces unwanted radiation behind the subwoofer The recommended iK42 amplifier optimises the DSP parameters for front and rear drivers to maximise the rear rejection from 21dB at 43Hz to 28dB at 75Hz This keeps low frequencies away from stages turntables and walls as well as reducing reve...

Page 9: ...ility to securely rig onto the SXCF118 WPSGRIDi Install Flying Frame WPSGRIDi is an install flying frame designed to fly up to 16 WPS for permanent installation Ground stack not available with this accessory WPSOUTRIG Stabilising accessory and angle bar used in conjunction with the WPSGRIDt for ground stack options WPSCART The WPSCART is a tour ready cart used to transport 4 x WPS safely and effic...

Page 10: ...s acceptable and even specify designated Hard Avoid areas that the system will actively process to reduce spill to a minimum great for producing a quiet stage or for reducing off site noise pollution at outdoor events The application is very straightforward to use taking you through a series of steps in a logical order In fact it won t allow you to attempt to design a system in the wrong order ste...

Page 11: ...utdoor events First a 2D slice of the venue is created the coverage within the venue is specified and the splay angles calculated A rigging report allows you to deploy the array and whilst that is being done the EQ coefficients are calculated Finally an SPL report gives detailed information showing exactly how the system will perform The computer model is accurate to within 1dB of actual measured ...

Page 12: ...o that the array EQ is optimised for the actual physical position in which the array is installed Finally the load on each flying point is shown and critically the Rig tab shows if the array is safe and meets both BGVC1 and DIN18800 standards With the physical deployment underway you can progress to optimise the EQ Again you can enter the environmental conditions and can balance the three goals of...

Page 13: ...enue top left whilst showing the frequency response at that position on the graph on the right The final stage is to export your design You can produce a printable rigging report a wire frame 3D model of the array export 3D data for use with EASE and most importantly export the project as a D2P file which can be uploaded directly to an iKON amplifier for powering Wavefront Precision systems DISPLA...

Page 14: ...namic IP addressing so DHCP or APIPA support will be required however a static IP configuration is also easily enabled VU NET is used to upload the presets created using DISPLAY into the amplifiers which will automatically create a thumbnail of the Wavefront Precision array that has been designed Once the array has been created all of the amplifier functions are available for control to make any c...

Page 15: ...019 Martin Audio Ltd 15 WPS USER GUIDE V1 0 WPS USER GUIDE The next stage is to right click on the amplifiers to access the Preset Manager From here the system allows you upload the D2P file of your system design ...

Page 16: ...it your application perhaps changing the inputs to DANTE Input EQ can be adjusted to change the tonal balance and or compensate for room acoustics The output EQ is greyed out as it is used to apply the EQ created by your DISPLAY project however the high pass filter is available for adjustment so you can determine the crossover point between the WPS array and your subwoofers ...

Page 17: ...lex system allowing you to monitor all metering and access commonly needed functions such as gain and mute VU NET is a free download from the software page of the Martin Audio website at www martin audio com support software VU NET is a comprehensive application with a host of functions to enable control and monitoring of almost every parameter of a system For full details we would strongly recomm...

Page 18: ...LINK LOCK 4 6 5 2 LINK LOCK 0 5 1 LINK LOCK 4 6 5 2 LINK LOCK STORE 10 STORE 10 HML08172 Martin Audio 003 375mic Lexan Velvet 3M8153LE Reverse 51 00 mm 201 07 mm Profile Black White 13549 25 04 2019 Artwork Layout Approval Name Signature Date Our Ref Date Customer Specification Reference Dims Iss Tolerance Material Width Height Corners Adhesive Print Colours Tool Ref General 0 2 unless otherwise s...

Page 19: ...as a nominal input or link output WPS is a passive system and all speaker cables and link cables must utilise 2 core cable When the system is configured for a single box resolution system each cabinet is connected to one amplifier channel In two box resolution connection is made from an amplifier channel to the input of one cabinet and the second link NL4 is used to make a parallel connection to t...

Page 20: ...ch displays the angle at which the WPS array is flown relative to horizontal It consists of a sensor part number ASM20017 mounted within the flying frame one required per grid and a remote display unit part number ASM20019 Interconnection is via a standard XLR mic cable A weatherproof 35m 115 cable is available as an optional accessory 3 25T SHACKLE REAR LINK PIN 21 SINGLE POINT PICKUP POSITIONS 3...

Page 21: ...eet BGVC1 and DIN18800 standards and capable of lifting WPS using either one or two lift points up to a maximum of 16 WPS cabinets BGVC1 allowing both positive up tilt and negative down tilt array tilt angles SAFETY CABLE MANAGEMENT 3 25T SHACKLE REAR LINK PIN FRONT RIGGING PIN 19 SINGLE POINT PICKUP POSITIONS 3 25T SHACKLE FRONT RIGGING PIN ...

Page 22: ... GUIDE V1 0 WPS USER GUIDE WPSCART Transport Cart An optional dedicated transport cart is available to house an array of four WPS cabinets This will allow safe transportation and convenient rigging and de rigging if your system is to be portable ...

Page 23: ... between the WPS array and the flying frame when the system is configured for ground stacking Depending on where the ground stack bar is attached to the touring flying frame a range of aiming angles from 5 to 20 can be achieved Outrigger brackets are used in conjunction with the flying frame and ground stack bar for ground stacked system applications These attach to the front of the flying frame t...

Page 24: ...f the angle of the array can be taken to ensure that the DISPLAY optimisation is as accurate as possible The touring flying frame part number WPSGRIDt has a mounting bracket with M4 threaded holes ready to accept the sensor The sensor is housed in a rugged weatherproof diecast aluminium enclosure Fitting the sensor is a very quick and easy job requiring just two tools a 3mm Hex key wrench and a PZ...

Page 25: ...x into the threaded holes in the grid bracket Tighten using an M3 hex key to ensure a tight fit Re fit the lid The lid can be re fitted check that the gasket on the underside of the lid edge is intact to ensure that the lid is sealed once screwed in position Note that the design of the box is such that the mounting and lid screws are positioned outside the lid gasket to ensure that there will be n...

Page 26: ... with the inclinometer system part number PWA00057 This is a 35m cable using high grade AES spec microphone cable fitted with male and female Neutrik NC3XX HD connectors which are extra rugged and have an IP rating of IP67 to enable use outdoors in all weather conditions Note that a single ASM20019 read out display can be used with any number of sensors It is not necessary to have the same number ...

Page 27: ...which protrude beyond the outer diameter of the pin thus locking them in place When using the pins to link cabinets the central button must again be depressed so the pin can be pushed into position It is important to check that the central button does not remain depressed once you have put it in place as this would indicate that the pin has not been pushed all the way into position and the ball be...

Page 28: ...ins Remove the pin on each side and raise the rigging bracket then secure in the raised position by replacing the rigging pins Inter cabinet angles are set using the rear rigging assembly This consists of a link bar with indexed holes which can be moved upwards and secured with a link pin in one of eight available positions 0 5 1 2 4 6 5 and 10 ...

Page 29: ...e WPS array is easily accessible for rigging Rigging pins are inserted at the holes required for the cabinet angles as predicted by your DISPLAY project The array is then lifted so that the angles open until the rear rigging reaches the stops limited by the rigging pins at the preset angles A second rigging pin is put in place on each cabinet to lock the angles so the array can t collapse back dow...

Page 30: ... places lift it off and set it aside x4 Unlatch the supporting poles from the transport cart tray and lift them off x4 With the supporting poles removed from the transport cart the inter cabinet angles should now be checked or if not already preselected set them now according to the predictions from your DISPLAY project ...

Page 31: ...ition Flying the Array Place the WPSGRIDt or WPSGRIDi flying frame on the top cabinet in either the front or rear position as determined by the DISPLAY project Most arrays will use the front rigging position the rear position is required when the array has an excessive up tilt Insert the link pin at the front rigging position on each side ...

Page 32: ...ground As the array goes up the cabinets will open to the angles that you have preselected from the DISPLAY project prediction Insert the lock pin at the LOCK position on each cabinet to lock the inter cabinet angles At this stage the cable loom should be attached to the grid and the first four cabinets connected As more cabinets are added they should be connected to the loom and link cables betwe...

Page 33: ...wer the back of the cart to the ground Repeat at the front of the array supporting the cart and removing the pins holding the cart to the array Once the cart is removed the four supporting poles can be placed in the base and the top fitted directly to the base and the two clipped together The assembly can now be moved to a suitable location for storage x4 ...

Page 34: ...rneath the array remove the top and poles and prepare the cabinets to be added to the array Remove the front lock pins Lower the array and align the front rigging assemblies of the fourth cabinet with the front rigging points of the fifth cabinet Raise the front links on the fifth cabinet and insert the link pins on both sides in the fourth cabinet Lower the upper part of the array 4 5 4 5 ...

Page 35: ...lected Insert rigging pins at the LOCK position on the remaining cabinets Swing the bottom four cabinets which will now be a rigid array due to the rigging pins backwards until butted against the upper half of the array Insert a pin in the rear rigging bracket at the correct angle Allow the bottom four cabinets to swing back down and insert rigging pins into the LINK and LOCK positions on the four...

Page 36: ...rray Lower the back of the cart to the ground Repeat at the front of the array supporting the cart and removing the pins holding the cart to the array Raise the array to the final trim height The use of either one or two motors and rigging positions WPSGRIDt only allows both negative down tilt or positive up tilt array angles to be easily achieved ...

Page 37: ...Copyright 2019 Martin Audio Ltd 37 WPS USER GUIDE V1 0 WPS USER GUIDE Stow the supporting poles in the tray of the transport cart replace the top and secure the clips ...

Page 38: ... top four cabinets Raise the front of the cart and pin it in position to the front of the array At the back of the array raise the cart Lower the array until it is just above the cart Disconnect the speaker cables Pin the cart to the rear rigging bracket of the array Remove the LOCK pins from the rear rigging bracket on the bottom four cabinets Lower the array until the cart is on the ground takin...

Page 39: ... The lower the array down so that the cart meets the floor Remove the front locking pins from the fifth cabinet at each side Ensure the cart is fully grounded when removing pins Lift the array so that the front links are floating This makes it easier to remove the linking pins from the fourth cabinet Remove the link pins from the fourth cabinet the front links return to the transport position Stow...

Page 40: ...ip up bars and swing the bars up until they are vertical Fit an outrigger bracket into position in both front rigging positions These fit into the slot vacated by the flip up bar If you have pinned the bar in the vertical position remove the pin hold the bar vertical and place the outrigger in position Replace the upper pin and add a second pin in the lower hole Repeat for the other side x2 The gr...

Page 41: ... by the angle of the first WPS cabinet in the stack and will be calculated by the DISPLAY project Remove the link pins and lower the WPS cabinet onto the frame until the two up right bars on the frame locate in the front rigging assembly of the WPS Insert the link pins in the WPS rigging assembly to secure the front rigging system Remove the lock pins from the rigging assembly and raise the link b...

Page 42: ...t hole to secure the rear of the WPS Repeat the process for the second cabinet removing the link pins and lower it onto cabinet 1 Secure the front of the second cabinet with link pins on both sides Lift the rear link of the first cabinet and insert a link pin in the hole for the angle required as indicated in the DISPLAY prediction Lift the back of the second cabinet until the angle is reached and...

Page 43: ...Copyright 2019 Martin Audio Ltd 43 WPS USER GUIDE V1 0 WPS USER GUIDE Repeat the process adding cabinets to build the ground stack to the required number of WPS ...

Page 44: ...ontal 10dB 10 vertical CROSSOVER 520Hz 1 6kHz internal passive ENCLOSURE Vertical trapezoid with 5º wall angle multi laminate birch and poplar ply construction FINISH Black textured paint PROTECTIVE GRILLE Black HEX perforated steel CONECTORS 2 x NL4 type PIN CONNECTIONS 1 1 FITTINGS 3 point rigging system 2 x side pocket handles 2 x rear grip handles FLOWN ARRAY MAXIMUM 16 installation and 24 tou...

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