OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Speaker systems WARNING HX-7B HX-7W HX-7B-WP HX-7W-WP When using the speaker as shipped from the factory, be sure to retighten the bolts holding the rear-mounted brackets with a designated tightening torque. (See p. 8, "When Using the Directivity Angle at 0º Mode.") Failure to retighten the bolts may cause the speaker to fall, resulting in personal injury. Thank you for purchasing TOA’s Speaker Systems.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................. 3 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................... 4 3. FEATURES ............................................................................................................. 4 4. NOTES ON OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS (HX-7B-WP and HX-7W-WP only) ................................................................................ 5 5.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Before installation or use, be sure to carefully read all the instructions in this section for correct and safe operation. • Be sure to follow all the precautionary instructions in this section, which contain important warnings and/or cautions regarding safety. • After reading, keep this manual handy for future reference.
component to fall off, resulting in personal injury. • Do not mount the speaker in locations exposed to constant vibration. The mounting bracket can be damaged by excessive vibration, potentially causing the speaker to fall, which could result in personal injury. • Do not use anti-rust lubricant. If it contacts resin or rubber parts, they could deteriorate and cause the speaker to fall, possibly resulting in personal injury.
4. NOTES ON OUTDOOR INSTALLATIONS (HX-7B-WP and HX-7W-WP only) Only the HX-7B-WP and HX-7W-WP are suitable for installation under the eaves. For installation under the eaves, observe the following precautions. • All speaker modules must point downward from the horizontal. Failure to do so could adversely affect their intended splash-proof and weather-resistant capability, leading to malfunction.
. Input SECTION 6.1. HX-7B and HX-7W • The 2 Speakon connectors are internally connected in parallel to the screw terminals; you can use either one. • The right table shows the pin arrangement of the Speakon NL4MP connector. Pin No. 1+ 1– 2+ 2– HX-7B, HX-7W Speaker + Speaker – – – • The usable connector (on the cable end) for the Speakon NL4MP is Speakon NL4FC or NL4FX. • Wiring diagram of the input connectors is shown at right.
6.2. HX-7B-WP and HX-7W-WP Connect the speaker cable to the screw terminal using the supplied terminal cover and rubber gasket. 2 4 2 HX-7B-WP/7W-WP Rear Rubber gasket (accessory) Input terminal Terminal cover (accessory) Bushing* * Screwed onto the Terminal cover at the factory. 1 Speaker cable [Stripped conductor] Black (+) 3 Tightening torque: 1.2 N·m Tapping screw 4 x 16 (accessory) White (–) 10 mm (0.39") 30 mm (1.
WARNING Tighten the bolts securely, as instructed below. Failure to follow instructions precisely could result in a falling speaker and potential personal injury. • Ensure that all bolts are securely inserted as far as their threads go, then securely fasten each bolt with a nut. • Tighten all the bolts with the designated tightening torque. For tightening, use a Phillips screwdriver, or open- or box-end wrench. 7.1.
7.3. Changing the Directivity Angle to 60° Mode Optional brackets are required to change to 60° mode. Select the brackets that correspond to the speakers to be used. Speaker system HX-7B HX-7W HX-7B-WP HX-7W-WP Angle adjustment bracket (optional product) HY-60DB HY-60DW HY-60DB-WP HY-60DW-WP For the mounting method of the angle adjustment bracket, refer to the bracket’s instruction manual. 8.
Step 2. Using the supplied bolts, tighten the suspension brackets together with the side angle plates. Attach the brackets with the suspension holes facing outward. Note Do not use the bolts detached in Step 1.
Step 3. Suspend the speaker system at 3 points using appropriate commercially obtained wires, chains, or anchor shackles. WARNING Observe the following instructions when suspending the speakers. Doing otherwise may cause the speaker system to fall, potentially resulting in personal injury. • Use wires, chains, or anchor shackles that are strong enough to withstand the total weight of the suspended components. • Pass anchor shackles, etc.
9. OPTIONAL MOUNTING BRACKETS 9.1. Types of Mounting Brackets The following mounting brackets are optional. For usage, refer to the instruction manual enclosed with each set of brackets. [Table of Mounting Brackets for Speaker Systems] Speaker system Mounting bracket HX-7B HX-7W HX-7B-WP HX-7W-WP For joining two speaker systems together, permitting directivity to be controlled for lower frequencies. For changing speaker system directivity angle mode to 60°.
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10. SAFETY WIRE INSTALLATION Be sure to always use safety wire when installing speaker systems. Note Safety wires, shackles, and other suspension parts are not supplied with the speaker systems, and must be prepared separately. [Wall Mounting Example] In this example, the optional HY-VM7B and HY-WM7B brackets are used. Weight: 39.8 kg (87.74 lb) WARNING Be sure to follow all instructions regarding safety wire installation.
11. EQUALIZATION USING A DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR The speaker systems are to reproduce wide-band, high-efficiency sound even without the use of an equalizer. However, sound quality can be made even clearer and more dynamic with the addition of a TOA digital signal processor (DSP) set as shown in the table.
• Filter characteristics when used with the FB-150 series Subwoofer System Note When using the processor with the HX-7 Series and the FB-150 Series, ensure that the wiring polarity of both units is the same.
12. COMBINATION WITH THE MATCHING TRANSFORMER Using the optional MT-200 Matching Transformer allows the speaker system to be connected to a highimpedance amplifier output. This matching transformer is best for use when the distance between the amplifier and speaker is very long, or when multiple speaker systems are parallel-connected to a single amplifier. The MT-200 Matching Transformer can be mounted on the HX-7 Series Speaker System using the HY-MT7 Matching Transformer Adapter.
Model No. Enclosure Power Handling Capacity Rated Impedance Sensitivity Frequency Response Crossover Frequency Directivity Angle Speaker Component Input Terminal Water Protection Finish Enclosure Punched net Dimensions Weight HX-7B-WP HX-7W-WP Sealed type Continuous pink noise: 250 W (IEC60268-5: 350 W) Continuous program: 750 W 8Ω 100 dB (1 W, 1 m) 105 Hz – 20 kHz 1.7 kHz Horizontal: 100º Vertical : Depending on directivity angle mode Low frequency : 13 cm (5.
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