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PS Series
PS8 – LS400 – PS8 Analogue TD Controller
PS10R2 –LS600 -PS10 Analogue TD Controller
PS15R2 – PS15 Analogue TD Controller
User Manual
PS Series User Manual V1.01
Date: 08/09/2009

Table of Contents

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Nexo PS 8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePassive Speaker
Nominal Impedance8 Ohms
Enclosure MaterialBaltic Birch Plywood
Tweeter Size1"
Weight7.5 kg
Recommended Amplifier Power250 to 500 Watts @ 8 Ohms
Components1 x 8" woofer, 1 x 1.4" compression driver
Connectors2 x NL4MP SPEAKON

Summary

Introduction

Important Safety Precautions

Covers general safety advice, precautions against water exposure, and system deployment rules.

System Deployment Safety Rules

Guidelines for safe installation, rigging, stacking, and pole mounting of speaker systems.

NEXO TD Controller Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Covers essential safety instructions for operating NEXO TD controllers, including handling and environment.

Electrical Safety Warnings

Highlights risks of electric shock, fire, and importance of proper grounding and maintenance.

Health and Environmental Information

High Sound Pressure Levels

Information on potential hearing loss from high noise levels and permissible exposure limits.

Equipment Disposal

Guidelines for the correct disposal and recycling of old electrical and electronic equipment.

PS Series Hardware Setup Procedures

Safety First in Hardware Setup

Critical safety guidelines for handling and installing PS Series hardware, emphasizing care and inspections.

Ground Stacking Safety

Safety rules and considerations for stacking PA systems on the ground to prevent injuries.

General Description and Accessories

Overview of connecting plates and crucial warnings regarding the use of PS Series accessories.

Fixed and Touring Installation Procedures

Detailed procedures for installing PS Series in fixed and touring applications.

System Testing and Maintenance

Procedures for testing rigging components and maintaining the PS Series system for longevity.

NEXO Analogue PSTD Controllers

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with EU and US safety and EMC standards for TD controllers.

Important Safety Instructions

Crucial safety guidelines for operating and maintaining NEXO Analogue PSTD Controllers.

Setting-Up Advice

Guidance on mains power, voltage settings, rack mounting, and fuse replacement for TD controllers.

User Guide

Operational instructions for the Analogue TDcontroller, including functions and front panel overview.

Technical Specifications

PS8 - LS400 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS8 speaker and LS400 subwoofer.

PS10 R2 - LS600 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS10R2 speaker and LS600 subwoofer.

PS15 R2 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS15R2 loudspeaker.

PS Analogue TDcontroller Specifications

Technical specifications for NEXO PS Analogue TDcontrollers.

Touring Accessories

List and details of accessories for touring applications, including U-brackets and flying adaptors.

Fixed Installation Accessories

List and details of accessories for fixed installations, such as wall and ceiling mounts.

Parts and Electronics List

Inventory list of PS Series modules and control electronics.

Accessories List

Comprehensive list of all available PS Series accessories with model numbers.

Introduction

NEXO PS Series Product Overview

Introduces the NEXO PS Series speaker system and its components.

NEXO TDControllers and Amplifiers

Describes the role of TDControllers and NXAMPs in controlling and amplifying PS Series speakers.

PS General Set-up Instructions

Speaker Connection Guide

Instructions on how to connect PS Series speakers using Speakon NL4FC plugs.

PS15 Configuration and Cabling

Details on configuring the PS15 for passive or active mode and selecting appropriate speaker cables.

Amplifier Selection for PS Series

Recommended Amplifiers

Guidance on choosing compatible amplifiers for PS and LS series speakers.

Current Rating Importance

Explains the significance of amplifier current capacity for reactive speaker loads.

Amplifier Settings and Gain

How to correctly set amplifier gain for optimal system alignment.

Amplifier Gain Verification

Procedure to check amplifier gain values, especially when unknown.

Amplifier Operating Modes

Explanation of Stereo, Bridge-Mono, and Parallel-Mono modes for two-channel amplifiers.

Amplifier Signal Processing Warnings

Caution against using amplifier's internal signal processing due to potential interference.

PS Series with NXAMP Controllers

Details on integrating PS Series with NXAMP Powered Controllers.

NXAMP Connectors

Overview of the rear panel connectors for NXAMP4x1 and NXAMP4x4.

NXAMP Configuration Recommendations

Recommended configurations for using NXAMP controllers with PS Series speakers.

PS Series Setups on NEXO TD Controllers

Analogue PSTDController Setups

Configuration parameters for PS Series using Analogue PS TDControllers.

Digital NX242-ES4 Setups

Configuration parameters for PS Series using the Digital NX242-ES4 controller.

NXAMP TDController Setups

Configuration parameters for PS Series using NXAMP TDControllers.

Connection Diagrams

PS8 & LS400 with PS8 TDController

Wiring diagram for connecting PS8/LS400 speakers with a PS8 TDController.

PS8 & LS400 with NXAMP4 x1

Wiring diagram for connecting PS8/LS400 speakers with an NXAMP4x1 amplifier.

PS8 & LS400 with NXAMP4 x4

Wiring diagram for connecting PS8/LS400 speakers with an NXAMP4x4 amplifier.

PS10 & LS600 with PS10 TDController

Wiring diagram for connecting PS10/LS600 speakers with a PS10 TDController.

PS10 & LS600 with NXAMP4 x1

Wiring diagram for connecting PS10/LS600 speakers with an NXAMP4x1 amplifier.

PS10 & LS600 with NXAMP4 x4

Wiring diagram for connecting PS10/LS600 speakers with an NXAMP4x4 amplifier.

PS15 Passive & RS15 Omni with PS15 TDController

Wiring diagram for PS15/RS15 speakers with a PS15 TDController.

PS15 Passive & RS15 Omni with NXAMP4 x1

Wiring diagram for PS15/RS15 speakers with an NXAMP4x1 amplifier.

PS15 Passive & RS15 Omni with NXAMP4 x4

Wiring diagram for PS15/RS15 speakers with an NXAMP4x4 amplifier.

PS15 Active with NXAMP4 x4

Wiring diagram for PS15 Active speakers with an NXAMP4x4 amplifier.

Configurable Asymmetrical Horn

Horn Principle and Design

Explains the asymmetrical dispersion characteristic of the PS Series horn.

Changing Horn Configuration

Procedure for adjusting the horn orientation for different coverage patterns.

Front of House Configuration

Default horn setup for optimal audience coverage, directing wide dispersion downwards.

Stage Monitor Configuration

Horn setup for stage monitoring, directing wide dispersion towards the top of the cabinet.

PS Series Hardware Setup Procedures

Safety First in Hardware Setup

Critical safety guidelines for handling and installing PS Series hardware, emphasizing care and inspections.

Ground Stacking Safety Guidelines

Safety rules and considerations for stacking PA systems on the ground to prevent injuries.

Accessory Usage Warnings

Crucial warnings regarding the use of PS Series accessories, emphasizing using only NEXO parts.

Fixed Installation Setups

Fixed Installation Accessories

List and description of accessories for fixed mounting, including U-brackets and wall mounts.

Rigid Wall or Ceiling Mounting

Procedure for rigidly mounting PS cabinets on walls or ceilings using U-brackets.

Ceiling Mounting for PS10 R2 PS15 R2

Specific procedures for mounting PS10R2 and PS15R2 speakers on ceilings.

Wall Suspension for PS10 R2 PS15 R2

Specific procedures for wall mounting PS10R2 and PS15R2 speakers.

Touring Application Setups

Touring Accessories Overview

Listing of accessories for touring setups, including U-brackets, flying adaptors, and lifting rings.

Speaker Stand Mounting

Instructions for safely mounting PS speakers on speaker stands or pole stands.

Vertical Flying Installation

Procedures for flying PS Series cabinets vertically using flying bars and adaptors.

Horizontal Flying Installation

Procedures for flying PS Series cabinets horizontally using U-brackets and flying bars.

System Testing and Maintenance

Procedures for testing rigging components and maintaining the PS Series system.

NEXO Analogue PSTD Controllers

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with EU and US safety and EMC standards for TD controllers.

Important Safety Instructions

Crucial safety guidelines for operating and maintaining NEXO Analogue PSTD Controllers.

Setting-Up Advice

Guidance on mains power, voltage settings, rack mounting, and fuse replacement for TD controllers.

Wiring Recommendations

Guidelines for signal and sense line wiring, including cable types and EMC considerations.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Information on EMC requirements and immunity for TD controllers.

Analogue Signal Cable Types

Recommended cables for analogue signal connections to TD controllers.

Analogue TDcontroller User Guide

Before Use and Front Panel Overview

Pre-operation checks, system functions, and front panel layout of the Analogue TDcontroller.

Subbass Level and Protection Indicators

Adjusting the Subbass level and understanding amplifier and protection indicator LEDs.

Peak Limiter Adjustment

How to set the peak limiter for the PS and SubBass amplifier sections.

Output Level and Connection Details

Details on output level switch, audio/sense outputs, earth lift, and sub jumper settings.

TDcontroller Reference Guide

Linear Section Functions

Description of filtering, equalization, and crossover functions within the linear section.

Servo Control Functions

Explanation of servo control mechanisms, including VCAs and VCEQs.

Speaker Protection Controls

Details on displacement, temperature, and peak limiting features for speaker protection.

Technical Specifications

PS8 and LS400 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS8 speaker and LS400 subwoofer.

PS8 and LS400 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and drawings for the PS8 speaker and LS400 subwoofer.

PS8 and LS400 Diagrams

Response, impedance, and coverage diagrams for PS8 and LS400.

PS10 R2 and LS600 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS10R2 speaker and LS600 subwoofer.

PS10 R2 and LS600 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and drawings for the PS10R2 speaker and LS600 subwoofer.

PS10 R2 and LS600 Diagrams

Response, impedance, and coverage diagrams for PS10R2 and LS600.

PS15 R2 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the PS15R2 loudspeaker.

PS15 R2 Dimensions

Physical dimensions and drawings for the PS15R2 loudspeaker.

PS15 R2 Diagrams

Response, impedance, and coverage diagrams for PS15R2.

PS Analogue TDcontroller Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for NEXO PS Analogue TDcontrollers.

TDcontroller Front and Rear Panel

Layout and controls of the front and rear panels of the Analogue TDcontroller.

PS Touring Application Accessories

U Bracket for PS8 (VNT-SSBRK8)

Details and dimensions of the touring U-bracket for PS8.

U Bracket for PS10 R2 (VNT-SSBRK10)

Details and dimensions of the touring U-bracket for PS10R2.

U Bracket for PS15 R2 (VNT-SSBRK15)

Details and dimensions of the touring U-bracket for PS15R2.

Flying Rail (VNT-TTC)

Details and dimensions of the flying rail for PS series speakers.

Lifting Ring (VNT-XHBRK)

Details and dimensions of the lifting ring for U-brackets or flying rails.

Truss Hook (VNT-TCBRK)

Details and dimensions of the truss hook for U-brackets or flying rails.

Flying Adaptor for PS8 (VNT-ADPT)

Details and dimensions of the flying adaptor for PS8.

PS Fixed Installation Accessories

PS8 U Bracket (VNI-UBRK8)

Details and dimensions of the fixed installation U-bracket for PS8.

PS10 R2 U Bracket (VNI-UBRK10)

Details and dimensions of the fixed installation U-bracket for PS10R2.

PS15 R2 U Bracket (VNI-UBRK12)

Details and dimensions of the fixed installation U-bracket for PS15R2.

L Bracket for Cable Suspension (VNI-LBRK)

Details and dimensions of the L-bracket for cable suspension for PS10R2/PS15R2.

U Bracket for Rigid Suspension (VNI-ABRK)

Details and dimensions of the U-bracket for rigid suspension for PS10R2/PS15R2.

Wall Suspension for PS8 & PS10 (VNI-WS10)

Details and dimensions of the wall suspension system for PS8 and PS10.

Wall Suspension for PS15 R2 (VNI-WS15)

Details and dimensions of the wall suspension system for PS15R2.

Modules and Control Electronics List

Accessories List

User Notes

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