thomann The box pro TP 108 MA, User Manual

Page 1: ...TP 108 MA active 2 way full range speaker user manual ...

Page 2: ...Musikhaus Thomann e K Treppendorf 30 96138 Burgebrach Germany Telephone 49 0 9546 9223 0 E mail info thomann de Internet www thomann de 08 02 2013 ...

Page 3: ...ructions 7 3 Features 11 4 Installation 12 4 1 Tips on handling speakers 14 4 2 Pin assignment 15 5 Connections and operating elements 18 6 Technical specifications 24 7 Troubleshooting 26 8 Protecting the environment 28 Table of contents TP 108 MA 3 ...

Page 4: ...ve this manual for future reference Make sure that it is available to all persons using this device If you sell the device to other users be sure that they also receive this manual Our products are subject to a process of continuous development We therefore reserve the right to make changes without notice General notes active 2 way full range speaker 4 ...

Page 5: ...n of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided CAUTION This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not avoided NOTICE This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possible dangerous situation that can result in material and...

Page 6: ...Warning signs Type of danger Warning high voltage Warning suspended load Warning danger zone General notes active 2 way full range speaker 6 ...

Page 7: ...sical sensorial and intellectual abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience Other persons may use this device only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety DANGER Danger for children Ensure that plastic bags packaging etc are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children Choking hazard Ensure that children do...

Page 8: ...able 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 If in doubt seek advice from a regis tered electrician Safety instructions active 2 way full range speaker 8 ...

Page 9: ...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 Do not place the device near any direct heat source Keep the device away from naked flames Safety instructions TP 108 MA 9 ...

Page 10: ...e 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 Failure to do so could result in damage to the device and possibly injure the user Unplug the device before electrical storms occur and when it is unused for long periods of time to reduce the risk of electric shock or fire Safety instr...

Page 11: ... titanium membrane tweeter and 8 woofer n Microphone and line input n Mix out outlet to connect further audio devices n Rigging points M10 on top and bottom side of the unit n 35 mm tripod flange n Wall mountable with optional accessories Features TP 108 MA 11 ...

Page 12: ...terial suitable for transport or storage respectively Establish all connections as long as the unit is switched off Use the shortest possible high quality cables for all connections WARNING Risk of injury caused by falling objects Make sure that the installation complies with the standards and rules that apply in your country Always secure the device with a secondary safety attachment such as a sa...

Page 13: ...distance to devices that can be adversely affected or damaged by an external magnetic field NOTICE Use of stands When mounting the device onto a stand ensure that the stand is in a safe and stable position and that the weight of the device does not exceed the maximum permissible load capacity of the stand Installation TP 108 MA 13 ...

Page 14: ...lts both impedance and power handling of the speakers must match the requirements of the amplifier Always follow the technical specifications of the speakers The overall impedance of the connected loudspeakers must not deceed the minimum output impedance of the amp The amps max RMS output power should be 50 above the power handling capacity of the connected speakers If you notice distortion during...

Page 15: ...e you an overview of the various options XLR chassis sockets serve as signal inputs XLR chassis plugs serve as signal outputs Drawing and table indicate the XLR pin assignment Balanced wiring 1 Ground shielding 2 Positive signal 3 Negative signal XLR connections for signal in and outputs Installation TP 108 MA 15 ...

Page 16: ... 2 Signal 3 Bridged to pin 1 Drawing and table indicate the pin assignment of 1 4 phone plugs to be used Unbalanced wiring TS plug 1 Signal 2 Ground shielding Phone sockets for signal input Installation active 2 way full range speaker 16 ...

Page 17: ...Unbalanced wiring TRS plug 1 Signal 2 3 Ground shielding Balanced wiring TRS plug 1 Tip Positive signal 2 Ring Negative signal 3 Sleeve Ground shielding Installation TP 108 MA 17 ...

Page 18: ...5 Connections and operating elements Rear panel Connections and operating elements active 2 way full range speaker 18 ...

Page 19: ... connection cables 3 ON LED This LED lights up green when the device is turned on and power supply is present 4 LED SIGN LIMIT This LED lights up green when an input signal is present This LED lights up red when the internal output signal is being limited due to excessive input signal level 5 Rotary control MIC GAIN MIC IN input signal gain control to adapt the active speaker to the characteristic...

Page 20: ...ro position clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of this input In zero position the signal is fully attenuated In right end stop position the signal is processed without any attenua tion 9 XLR chassis socket balanced MIC IN Balanced connection for a microphone 10 XLR phone combo socket LINE IN Connection for a balanced or unbalanced line input signal Connections and ope...

Page 21: ...nnect further audio devices like active speakers etc 12 IEC chassis connector AC with fuse holder Power supply connection If the fuse blows you have to replace it by a new one with same specifications Before you must disconnect the unit from the mains power Connections and operating elements TP 108 MA 21 ...

Page 22: ...Bottom top side Connections and operating elements active 2 way full range speaker 22 ...

Page 23: ...13 Rigging points M10 14 35 mm tripod flange 15 Locking screw for tripod mounting Connections and operating elements TP 108 MA 23 ...

Page 24: ...ope 24 db octave Inputs Line XLR phone combo socket balanced and unbalanced useable Microphone XLR chassis socket balanced Output XLR chassis plug unbalanced Output power 360 W peak Input sensitivity Line 4 dBu Microphone 5 35 dBu Input impedance XLR phone combo sockets 20 kΩ balanced 10 kΩ unbalanced Technical specifications active 2 way full range speaker 24 ...

Page 25: ...ersion angle V H 60 90 Operating supply voltage AC 210 240 V 50 Hz AC 105 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption 200 W maximum Dimensions W D H 270 mm 260 mm 420 mm Weight 10 kg Technical specifications TP 108 MA 25 ...

Page 26: ...on and the setting of the mains switch POWER No sound 1 Check the position of the rotary control LINE LEVEL or MIC GAIN 2 Check whether the SIGN LIMIT LED lights up green If it doesn t the input signal is too weak or not present 3 Check for correct connection of the signal cables 4 Check the signal cables and or the signal source 5 Try using another signal cable Troubleshooting active 2 way full r...

Page 27: ...icator LED SIGN LIMIT lights solid red Noise and hum occur 1 Press the GND LIFT button possibly also on all other devices involved if available 2 Only use cables with balanced wiring 3 Make sure that all audio devices are connected to the same power supply circuit and therefore share the same ground reference If the procedures recommended above do not succeed please contact our Service Center You ...

Page 28: ...ng Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging This device is subject to the European directive 2002 96 EC Do not dispose of the device with your normal household waste Dispose of this device through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility When discarding the device comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country If in doubt consult your loca...

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