Martin Audio W8VDQ manual Connections Active/Passive operation

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Active/Passive operation

W8VDQs may be operated in Active (3way bi-amplified) or Passive (3way passive) mode.

Rear panel showing Active/Passive switch, pinout & nearfield attenuator switch

The W8VDQ connector panel has two Neutrik Speakon connectors wired in parallel. The second connector allows use of a short link lead to power another W8VDQ loudspeaker for wider horizontal coverage.

The connectors are wired as follows:

W8VDQ passive wiring (ensure rear switch is in the Passive position)

W8VDQ active wiring (ensure rear switch is in the Active position)

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Contents W8VDQ W8VDQ Preliminary User Guide Pole or stand mounting FeaturesUnpacking Important Note Yoke assemblyASF20025 Yoke assembly & fitting Free standingReady to fit dome nut & thumbwheel Front curvature Nearfield attenuation Aiming for best coverageHeight Aiming Amplification & Control Choosing a power amplifierInput, 8 output digital loudspeaker management system Engineer Installed system digital management processorControllers Page Connections Active/Passive operation Preliminary Nov