Summary of NTS250
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1 safety precautions - read this first 1 . 1 s a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s read and heed all warnings and safety instructions in the accompanying "eaw loudspeaker owner’s manual" before using this product. Failure to follow this precaution may result in damage, injury, or death. Warning: the l...
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Connettore più appropriato. Assicurarsi che la presa di corrente sia adeguatamente collegata a terra. Il mancato rispetto di tali norme può causare danni all'apparecchiatura, nonché infortuni alle persone o la morte. 1. Precauciones de seguridad - lea esto primero 1 . 1 i n s t r u c c i o n e s d e...
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1 . 2 e c d e c l a r a t i o n o f c o n f o r m i t y manufacturer: eastern acoustic works -- usa declares that the following product(s) have been tested and passed all relevant requirements as described below by the appropriate european directives as they apply to professional audio products. Pro...
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C o n t e n t s 1 safety precautions - read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Iii 1.1 safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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2 unpacking 2 . 1 c o n t e n t s qty item 1 nts250 loudspeaker 1 power cord (dependent on product's ac mains rating) 115 v - neutrik® powercon® to nema 15r plug 9.5 ft / 2.9 m or 230 v - neutrik powercon to male schuko plug 8 ft / 2.5 m 1 power cord ac loop (neutrik powercon to neutrik powercon) 1 ...
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3 quick start if you are in a hurry or are knowledgeable about using powered loudspeakers, these quick start instructions provide the details particular to the nts series loudspeakers. 3 . 1 r e a r p a n e l c o n n e c t o r s a n d c o n t r o l s 1 ac mains input: connect to ac mains supply as l...
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3.1.1 button press/hold features while powered: hold input select button for five (5) seconds --- user dsp bypass/enable hold all three buttons for five (5) seconds --- lock/unlock buttons (disables rear panel button; software controls still active) on power up: hold input select and system gain but...
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4 overview 4 . 1 i n t r o d u c t i o n the nts250 loudspeaker is intended for professional use. The construction, components, and hardware have been designed to provide robust, reliable performance for its intended application. Please ensure that you fully understand proper installation and operat...
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4 . 3 a m p l i f i c a t i o n as is true of all professional loudspeaker systems, the performance of the nts250 series loudspeakers depends on amplifiers delivering an adequate supply of clean power. To maximize performance, the loudspeakers have powerful, built-in, high-efficiency amplifiers. Nts...
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6 . 2 a c m a i n s c o n n e c t i o n this section details the requirements for the ac mains connection required by each nts250 loudspeaker. 6.2.1 ac mains supply warning: read all instruction and cautionary notes concerning electrical power in the “eaw loudspeaker owner’s manual”. Danger: ensure ...
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230 v netzspannung an, wenn der lautsprecher fÜr 115 v konfiguriert ist. Sofortige, katastrophale schÄdensind die folge. Es besteht die gefahr von feuer, verletzung oder tod. Each nts250 model is manufactured for a particular nominal ac mains voltage, either 115 v or 230 v. Provide the loudspeaker w...
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Precaucion: el enchufe que viene en el cable de alimentación incluido puede que no encaje en las salidas de corriente de su zona. Si ocurre esto, contacte con un electricista profesional para que sustituya el enchufe problemático y lo cambie por uno adecuado para la salida de corriente. Compruebe qu...
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Caution: to maintain all compliance ratings, keep ac input voltage between 100 v to 120 v or 220 v to 240 v. Replacement 115 v ac mains cord part number: 0021435 replacement 230 v ac mains cord part number: 0015224 6 . 6 p ow e r c o r d r e c e p ta c l e the neutrik powercon ac mains inlet on the ...
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6 . 9 o p e r a t i n g te m p e r a t u r e the operating temperature ranges is 32° f to 131° f / 0°c to 55° c. 6 . 1 0 i n p u t c o n n e c t i o n s 6.10.1 analog signal input connection the two xlr-type input connectors on the rear of each nts250, one female and one male, are designed for profe...
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Port type: usb 1.1 cable: standard usb 2.0 cable type a to b supplied (maximum 15 ft / 3 m without active repeaters. A 6 ft / 2 m usb cable is supplied) mating connector: usb type "b" connector 6.10.4 u-net network connection the two, identical, locking neutrik ethercon connectors on the rear of eac...
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6.11.2 connecting one or more nts250s to a computer using a ux8800 use the ux8800’s front panel ethernet port and the supplied ethernet crossover cable to connect directly to a computer’s 10, 10/100, or 100 mbps ethernet port. A user-supplied, shorter or longer cable may be substituted. The ux8800’s...
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7 array operation 7 . 1 o v e r v i e w the operation of a nts250 series system involves: 1. Understanding the principles on which it operates. 2. How to electronically configure it for a specific task. 7 . 2 e n g i n e e r i n g d e s i g n the nts250 packs a big sound and an ever bigger set of us...
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Press and hold the switch for five seconds to bypass the user-adjustable dsp (accessible from eawpilot). Repeat to enable the user dsp. Led flashing = dsp enabled led constant = dsp disabled note: u-net can be selected with the input select switch, but the u-net audio channel and routing must be con...
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7.5.2 operating limits while the nts250 processing includes robust driver and amplifier protection algorithms and circuits, it is ultimately the responsibility of the audio system operator to operate the loudspeakers within their capabilities. This is the only way to ensure that loudspeakers are not...
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8 . 2 r i g g i n g wa r n i n g s warning: suspending anything, especially overhead of people, should be done with extreme caution. Always engage the services of a certified professional who is qualified to determine and implement the requirements for overhead rigging. Only persons with the knowled...
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8.3.4 nts250 arrays a. Using a 6 mm allen wrench, remove the four (4) flat head screws from the top panel of the uppermost array enclosure. These screws are adjacent to the side rigging tubes, see figure to the right . B. Thread four (4) user-supplied m10 x 1.5 x 38mm forged shoulder eyebolts throug...
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9 service, inspection, and maintenance 9 . 1 g e n e r a l s e r v i c e for any faults that cannot be field-repaired as noted below, contact the eaw service department listed in section 9.5.2 to determine the appropriate action. This applies to both warranty and non-warranty faults. 9 . 2 r i g g i...
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9.5.3 general for all other information: mail eastern acoustic works one main street whitinsville, ma 01588 usa tel 508-234-6158 tel 800-992-5013 (usa only) fax 508-234-6479 web site http://www.Eaw.Com e-mail info@eaw.Com 10 block diagram 1 0 . 1 s y s t e m f l o w d i a g r a m the block diagram s...
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1 0 . 2 b l o c k d i a g r a m the block diagram shows the dsp blocks for the nts250. The user dsp is configurable using the eawpilot software application. The present dsp is not user-configurable and is designed to optimize the performance of the nts250. Page 20 bypassable user dsp (eawpilot) rear...
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One main street whitinsville, ma, usa 01588 tel 508-234-6158 fax 508-234-6479 © 2010 loud technologies inc. All rights reserved. P/n rd0511 rev a march 2010