ETI Sound Systems, INC ACT-1515X(F) Amplifier Specifications, Loudspeaker Features, Watts peak

INSIDE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.Read all of these instructions before using the ACT-1515X(F).

2.Follow all instructions contained in this manual.

3.Keep these instructions in a safe place where they can be found and referred to in the future.

4.Use common sense when operating your ACT-1515X(F) and heed all warnings included in your operating manual.

5.Do not use the ACT-1515X(F) near water. Do not use in or near a washtub, sink, pool, standing water, bathtub, or anyplace where the likelihood of water mixing with electricity is present.

6.Clean only with a clean dry cloth.

7.Do not locate your ACT-1515X(F) in an area which has limited or very poor ventilation. Obstructing the heat sink will likely cause the product to overheat and shut down.

8.Do not install the ACT-1515X(F) near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, portable electric heaters or other devices that produce significant amounts of heat. If you do, it could cause the product to overheat and shut down.

9)Do not touch the amplifier heat sink with an ungloved or unprotected hand while or shortly after the ACT-1515X(F) has been operating. The heat sink may get hot during operation.

10)Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the AC cord’s polarized plug. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, hire an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.

11)The ground lift switch should be used only in cases where there is no other way to prevent extreme hum caused by a ground loop. Lifting

the ground disconnects the Earth Ground plug from the amplifier chasis. While this may eliminate the source of the current causing the ground loop, it also eliminates the safeguard of an earth grounded appliance. An earth grounded appliance minimizes the risk of electrocution to an individual in contact with the appliance possessing a potentially lethal high voltage. Such voltages can be present on the appliance in the event lightning strikes the AC mains line, or in the event there is a short or failure on the AC mains line. IF THE EARTH GROUND IS LIFTED, AVOID COMING CLOSE TO OR TOUCHING THE METAL PORTION OF THE AMPLIFIER PANEL DURING USE. PANEL CONTROLS MAY BE USED AS NORMAL, BUT YOU SHOULD GROUND THE SYSTEM IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL STORM.

11)Protect the AC mains power cord from being damaged.

12)SERVICING - The user should not attempt to repair a damaged or inoperable ACT-1515X(F) other than by replacing a blown AC mains fuse or a damaged detachable power cord. DO NOT TOUCH A DAMAGED POWER CORD IF IT IS PLUGGED INTO AC MAINS POWER!!!!!

13)Turn off and unplug the ACT-1515X(F) when not in use. Should you believe an electrical storm to be imminent, then it would be wise to unplug the ACT-1515X(F) BEFORE the storm approaches. A lightning strike on the AC line equipment is plugged into could cause electrocution to those in contact with that equipment. This is why your ACT-1515X(F) comes with a 3- prong power cord. The third prong (Earth ground) is to prevent such harm.

14)To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the ACT-1515X(F) to rain or moisture.

15)Servicing may be required when the ACT-1515X(F) has been damaged. If any of the following conditions listed below has occurred, please turn off and unplug the ACT-1515X(F) and seek the help of qualified service personnel. The following conditions all require service:

1)The power-cord or plug is damaged.

2)Objects have fallen into, or liquid is spilled into the amplifier.

3)The ACT-1515X(F) has been exposed to significant moisture such as rain or fog and or there is present condensation inside the amplifier due to weather conditions. (If there is condensation on the outside of the heatsink, it is safe to assume the condensation is present inside as well.)

4)The unit is not operating normally.

6)The unit has been dropped with significant force and is not operating normally.

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Important Safety Instructions / Specifications	...................... 2
Using The System/Precautions	3
Speaker System Control Panel Features	4-5
Connection Diagrams	6-7
Warranty Information	7

HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL
CAUTION	WARNING: To reduce the risk or fire
	or electrical shock do not expose this
RISK OF LECTRIC SHOCK
	equipment to rain or moisture.
DO NOT OPEN

AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS

Amplifier Output Power:	1000 Watts @ 4 Ohms
Class:	H (Dual Voltage Power Supply)
Sensitivity (for rated power):	1 Vrms @ input (Volume Max)
Frequency Response (with EQ bypassed):	10 Hz to 60 kHz + 0 -3 db
Rated THD:	Less than 0.02%
Damping factor into 4 Ohms:	Better than 800
Signal Noise Ratio:	100dB A-weighted
Input / Loop Output type:	Balanced XLR (pin 2 hot)
Input Impedance:	20K Ohm balanced
USA Power USA Fuse Requirement:	120Vac / 60Hz - 8A slow-blow fuse
European Power/Fuse requirements:	230Vac / 50Hz - 4A slow-blow fuse.

	AMPLIFIER FEATURES	CABINET FEATURES
•	1000-watt Class-H Amplifier with Dual Voltage	• Superior grade of 13-ply Baltic Birch
	Power Supply	• Durable scratch-resistant black paint
•	Built-in Compressor-Limiter	• 16-Gauge perforated steel grille
•	Subsonic Filter: 32 Hz High Pass (18 db/octave)	• Flared ports for highest available output
•	XLR Balanced Inputs	without port noise
•	XLR Full Range Outputs	• Dimensions (W) x (H) x (D):
•	Thermal & Short Circuit Protection	21”x 18.5” x 49”
•	Signal sensing circuitry with LED indicator	• Weight: 130lbs

LOUDSPEAKER FEATURES

• Power handling of 1000 Watts RMS,	• Peak SPL: 132 dB @ 1 Meter
2000 Watts peak	•	4-layer, 3 Inch Diameter Voice Coils
• Sensitivity: 102 dB @ 2.83V @ 1m	• Heavy-duty Polyester-Cotton spider
• Vey well damped woofer cone and		for long-term mechanical stability
surround with natively smooth response

FLYING HARDWARE: WARNING!!!

The ACT-1515X with flying points (as an option) is called the ACT-1515XF. That model is available with flying hardware installed. The hardware installed is meant to support the weight of one ACT-1515XF only, not multiple cabinets daisy-chained together.

WARNING! THE ACT-1515X CABINET HAS NO RIGGING POINTS. IT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR FLYING. NEVER ATTEMPT TO SUSPEND THIS CABINET BY ITS HANDLES. DOING SO COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH!

WARNING! FLYING MULTIPLE ACT-1515XF CABINETS OFF THE SAME CABINET RIGGING POINTS WILL CAUSE THE CABINET TO FAIL, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. THE INTERNAL FLYING HARDWARE IS SUITABLE FOR HANGING ONE ACT-1515XF ALONE. DAISY-CHAINING THESE SYSTEMS TOGETHER WILL RESULT IN CABINET STRUCTURAL FAILURE AND POTENTIALLY INJURY OR DEATH.