MUSE 210LND - Pregnant FBT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MUSE 210LND FBT

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IT / MANUALE D'USO

Procedura upgrade In / Ind....12

CONTROLLI E FUNZIONI....13

Infinito system management suite ....13

Vertical array....22

Ground stacking....24

SPECIFICHE TECNICHE....26

3 x MUSE210LND (cavo AWG14 SJT W1)

CONNESSIONE XLR

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INFINITO SYSTEM MANAGEMENT SUITE

MENÚ PRINCIPALE

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MS-C COVER PROTEZIONE PIOGGIA CARRELLO TRASPORTO 4 X MUSE

Acciaio

max. 1 modulo

371×56.5×30mm.

1,5 Kg.

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MS-T 210

Acciaio

2/5 moduli

744,5×244,9×371mm.

8 Kg.

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VERTICAL ARRAY

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Power supply 120V....32

INPUTS & OUTPUTS....33

XLR connection 33

Ethernet connection 33

Speakon 33

CONNECTIONS 34

NETWORKING....36

Networking of speakers....36

LN / LND upgrade procedure ....36

CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS....37

Infinito system management suite 37

Interface description....38

ACCESSORIES 42

Muse 210LND / 210LN / 210L....43

INSTALLATION 43

Installation warnings....43

Configurations....44

Vertical array 46

Ground stacking....48

Rain cover assembly....49

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 50

GENERAL INFORMATIONS

MUSE 210LND / 210LN / 210L Manual

Version: 1.1 ita, en - 11/2021 Code: 44809

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FBT Elettronica SpA - 62019 Recanati (Italy)

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• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided far your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician fr replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power card from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer alf servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply card or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

THE DEVICE MUST BE CONNECTED TO THE MAINS THROUGH A POWER OUTLET WITH A PROTECTIVE EARTH CONNECTION.

WARNING: where affixed on the equipment or package, the barred waste

bin sign indicates that the product must be separated from other waste at the end of its working life for disposal. At the end of use, the user must deliver the product to a suitable recycling centre or return it to the dealer when purchasing a new product. Adequate disposal of the decommissioned

equipment for recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal contributes in preventing potentially negative effects on the environment and health and promotes the reuse and/or recycling of equipment materials. Abusive product disposal by the user is punishable by law with administrative sanctions.

All informations included in this operating manual have been scrupulously controlled; however FBT is not responsible for eventual mistakes. FBT Elettronica SpA has the right to amend products and specifications without notice.

Never use the handles, brackets or other elements of the module to directly suspend the modules or the system. In case of outdoor use it is always advisable to anchor the system to prevent any oscillations due to wind or atmospheric agents

DESCRIPTION

An innovative line array system with refined, technologically-advanced engineering. These are the qualities of the new speaker that redefines the concept of line array in terms of power, size, lightness, flexibility and practicality of use. The modularity from 2 to 16 speakers allows use in a wide variety of situations, from small band to large outdoor concert.

It has two custom 250mm (10") woofers with 64mm (2.5") high excursion coil and two custom B&C drivers with 25mm (1") throat. The waveguide, optimised with BEM finite element simulations to minimise distortion, has a horizontal dispersion of 90°. Designed to present an optimal load to the driver's membrane starting from 800Hz, it allows the propagation of a flat acoustic wave up to over 18Khz, strictly respecting the most stringent physical criteria for an ideal cylindrical source. The acoustic configuration with the central horn allows for a particularly linear and symmetrical horizontal dispersion.

The cabinet is made of 15mm birch plywood with two die-cast aluminium handles.

The hardware integrated in the cabinet allows the suspension of 16 boxes with a 10:1 safety factor and an inclination from 0^ to 10^ at a step of 1^ . The design of the no-compromise mechanics in terms of practicality and speed of set-up of the system makes it particularly suitable for daily touring movements.

The aesthetic elegance also makes it very suitable for fixed installations.

The summit of the entire project is the 800+400W RMS amplification module with TCP/IP network interface. Based on the OCA ALLIANCE AES70 standard, it communicates with the 'INFINITO system management suite' remote control software and receives 24-bit 48-96Khz digital audio streaming from all devices compatible with the 'DANTE' standard. INFINITO is a true revolution in the FBT world that enhances the user experience, reaching new heights in terms of performance and simplicity! It is a software platform that is fully developed in house by the FBT R&D team that offers real time monitoring of the internal sensors and the status of the connected devices, fast IN/OUT Vu-meters, controls of all the parameters, group management and warnings readout. The module is contained in an aluminium chassis with intelligent forced ventilation and is equipped with an OLED display with encoder for parameter setting, among which 8 presets offer easy configuration, adapting the DSP to the curvature of the array and to the number of elements used.

To extend the low frequencies, the MUSE system includes two subwoofer models:

MUSE118SND is an innovative reversible subwoofer for cardioid configurations with integrated suspension hardware. Innovative hybrid acoustic band-pass configuration with single 460mm (18") B&C woofer and 88mm neodymium coil and integrated 1600W RMS amplifier capable of 140dB SPL, ideal to be suspended together with the MUSE210LND or in a separate cluster.

MUSE218SND is a direct radiation ground subwoofer, it has 2 B&C 460mm (18") long-range woofers and 4000W class D amplification capable of 148.5dB SPL. The subwoofer serves as the basis for ground-stack configurations and is equipped with a preset for cardioid configuration.

Both have a switching power supply unit, OLED display with encoder and TCP/IP AES70 interface compatible to communicate with the 'INFINITO system management suite' software.

Using the AFMG's EASE FOCUS 3 PC software, it is possible to design the most appropriate configuration by simulating SPL distribution and system frequency response in listening areas.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Compact 2-way line array system in bass-reflex
• 2 x 250mm woofers. (10") with 64mm coil. (2.5")2 driver B&C custom throat 25mm (1")
• 2 B&C custom drivers with 25mm (1") throat
  • Frequency response from 55Hz to 20kHz
• 800W class D amplifier for LF and 400W for HF with switching power supply unit
• TCP/IP - AES70 compatible network interface
• EtherCon RJ45 input and output for daisy-chain
• OLED DISPLAY and ENCODER for control
  • DANTE 24BIT 48-96KHz TCP/IP audio streaming
• Robust birch plywood cabinet with integrated suspension mechanism and adjustable angle of between 0° and 10° in steps of 1°
  • 2 aluminium handles
• Wide range of accessories for both hanging and resting configurations, preparation for amplifier control unit rain cover

MUSE 210LND / 210LN / 210L

MUSE 210LND / 210LN

1. XLR input
2. XLR link output

3. Port compatible with EtherCON/RJ45 connectors used for Ethernet network input for remote control and monitoring via INFINITO MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

4. Port compatible with etherCON/RJ45 connectors used for the daisy chain output of the INFINITO SOFTWARE MANAGEMENT remote control and monitoring Ethernet network

5. General digital volume to control the level of signal. Press to enter the DSP menu and turn the knob to identify and select the parameters
6. Displaying of menus and DSP settings

MUSE 210L

1. Speakon connectors are connected in parallel mode. One connector can be used to connect the box to the output of a power amplifier, the other to connect to a second box.

POWER SUPPLY 220V / 240V

For power supply MUSE 210LND and MUSE 210LN models features a Neutrik PowerCon cable duplex with input and output.

CAUTION: never replace the plug of the power cord supplied since the power cord can only support a maximum current of 16A.

N. max. modules for connection line:

5 x MUSE210LND

POWER SUPPLY 120V

If the total current demand does not exceed 12A use the power cable supplied. If the total current demand is between 12A and 18A, use the power cable AWG12 SJT VW1 with plug rated current equal or greater than 24A. THE CABLE AND THE PLUG MUST HOLD THE "UL" OR "CSA" CERTIFICATION

N. max. modules for connection line:

2 x MUSE210LND (power cord supplied)

3 x MUSE210LND (POWER CORD AWG14 SJT W1)

XLR CONNECTION

Available on MUSE 210LND / LN models

The XLR connection is a type of balanced connection that allows the connection of devices over long distances without loss of quality due to the background noise detected.

This is made possible by the presence, as well as by the mass (pin 1), of two cables: a signal cable (pin 2) and a 180^ dephased signal cable (pin 3); at the opposite end of the signal source, on both these cables, in addition to the actual signal, the same quantity and type of background noise possibly detected along the path or inevitably produced by the cables (not the one for thermal agitation) will be present in phase. The signal will then be taken from the two cables by difference: in this way the useful part will be double amplitude while the noise detected or produced along the path, being present in phase on both cables, will be cancelled by the difference operation. In the three-pin version it is normally used for the termination of balanced audio lines but it is often also used for unbalanced signals creating a short circuit between the mass and the cold pin. The EIA RS-297-A standard requires that the three-pin XLR connectors for balanced audio are wired as shown in fig.

ETHERNET CONNECTION

Available on MUSE 210LND / LN models

Neutrik etherCON ^® connectors provide solutions for data transfer and more in harsh and demanding environments.

The etherCON ^* series is a robust and lockable RJ45 connector system optimized for professional audio, video and lightning network applications.

Thanks to the possibility of networking, the models of the Horizon series can be remotely controlled thanks to the INFINITO System Management Suite software.

It is advisable to use a cat.5e SF / UTP or higher class ethernet cable.

Support for DANTE Digital Studio Networking

SPEAKON

Available on MUSE 210L model

MUSE210L is a bi-amplified 2-way system, that is, it needs to be driven by two amplification channels, one for the LF section and one for the HF section. Internally there is a protection on the HF channel that eliminates low frequencies in case of connection error, but there is no passive crossover.

Nominal impedances are 16 Ohm for LF and 32 Ohm for HF. In the rear panel there are two NeutriK Speakon NL4M connectors with the 4 pins connected in parallel to each other. In this way it is possible to link two or more speakers by connecting them in cascade with a 4-conductor cable.

MUSE210L is a very complex acoustic system and needs to be driven by processed amplifiers (with DSP on board) configured with presets created specifically by FBT electronics. The use of the MUSE system with presets not validated by FBT or even without any specific preset, in addition to not guaranteeing adequate performance, puts the reliability of the internal components at risk and is therefore absolutely prohibited.

Unprocessed amplifiers can also be used, but connected upstream with a Digital Loudspeaker Processor with a preset authorized by FBT Elettronica which guarantees correct alignment, equalization and protection of the system.

LINK OF TWO OR MORE SPEAKERS

Attention! In this configuration it is necessary to choose an amplifier capable of driving a load resulting from the parallel of the speakers connected both in the LF and HF way.

The section of the SPEAKON cable must be suitable for the current

supplied to the speakers. We generally recommend using the following sections

• 4 wires x 2.5mm ^2 length up to 20mt
• 4 wires x 4mm ^2 over 20 meters

	LF+ LF- HF+ HF-
SPEAKONNL4MINPUT	1+ 1- 2+ 2-
SPEAKONNL4MOUTPUT/LINK	1+ 1- 2+ 2-

graph TD
    HF["HF"] --> PRT["PRT"]
    PRT --> LINK["LINK"]
    LF["LF"] --> LINK
    LINK -->|2+ (1-2-)| LINK
    LINK -->|1+| LINK
    LINK -->|2+ (1-2-)| LINK
    LINK -->|1+| LINK

EX. CONFIG. 1

The example configuration with no.4 MUSE 210LND modules connected to each other allows:

• Dante only input (XLR links are required)
- Analog only input
• Dante input with analog backup
• Dante input with analog link (not recommended)

EX. CONFIG. 2

The configuration in the example with no.1 MUSE 210LND module and no.3 MUSE 210LN modules connected to each other allows:

- Dante input on the MUSE 210LND module and analog link on the MUSE 210LN modules, analog backup possible

- Analog only input

EX. CONFIG.3

Mixed Dante configuration + analog link with up to 8 modules connected to each other in daisy chain

• Ideally do not connect more than 8 daisy chain modules over a network. If it is necessary to guarantee the "hardware bypass" operation on the network in the event of breakage of a device, the maximum number of modules that can be connected in a daisy chain falls to 4 (in this case, in fact, the breakage of a single device does not compromise the network connection of the others connected in cascade to it)
• With the suggested configuration you have the best compromise in terms of safety in case of failure of one or more speakers, minimizing the number of MUSE 210LND with the Dante module.

NETWORKING OF SPEAKERS

All the speakers are equipped with a dual Ethernet port for connection to INFINITO MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE and a high-brightness front BLUE LED that allows you to physically identify the speaker when connected to the network and remotely controlled.

With the WINK function present on the INFINITO software, the LED flashes allowing the association between the virtual device in the PC workspace and the physical device.

There are 3 ways to connect to the network:

• Star connection: it is possible to connect each speaker individually to the network by connecting the NET IN port directly to the dedicated switch. This type of connection is the simplest from the point of view of the complexity of the network itself, as it involves the least number of HOPS (switch jumps that a packet must make from the PC to the target device). This type requires a large number of network ports on switches and also very long wiring to reach the farthest devices (for example, the speakers at the end of a line array). From a safety point of view, a faulty network cable results in a loss of control on only one device
• Daisy Chain connection: it is possible to connect a whole series of speakers close together (e.g. Line array) to a single switch network port, using both available NET IN and NET OUT connections. Simply connect the switch port to the first speaker through the NET IN port, then wire the NET OUT with the NET IN of the second speaker, and so on to the last in the series. This type of connection simplifies the physical operation of wiring, resulting in being able to use shorter cables (similar to the set-up for the analog signal link), but complicates the structure of the network and increases the number of hops (and therefore the arrival time) of network packets especially intended for devices at the bottom of the chain. Any interruption of a network cable results in the loss of control on all devices located downstream of the breakage
• Mixed connection: it is possible to use a mixed structure, dividing each cluster into subgroups of devices. The first device in each group is connected via NET IN to the switch, then using the daisy chain structure the other elements are connected. In this case, an intermediate complexity network is obtained both from the physical point of view of the wiring and from that of the operation of the network itself. The interruption of a network cable causes the loss of a small number of devices, depending on how many devices each group contains and the level at which the breakage occurred within the group.

In the case of a large number of devices (for example, very large line arrays) it is advisable to use a mixed connection, dedicating a switch for each line array and dividing it into groups of up to 8 devices, connected to each other in a daisy chain.

Each device is equipped with a hardware bypass device of the network that, in the event of a serious malfunction that involves the shutdown of the internal logic, short-circuits the NET IN and NET OUT ports; in this way, all the devices located downstream of the breakage will still be controllable through INFINITY. The system is able to compensate for the breakage of 3 within each single daisy chain.

In order to ensure the correct operation of the system it is advisable to use cables of category CAT5e or higher

Optional DANTE module installation (upgrade from LN LND version)

• Disassemble the amplification module from the speaker cabinet
• Remove the plastic cover
• Refer to the figure to locate the position of the card and the correct orientation
• Gently press the card in alignment with the connectors so that the PCB touches the screw columns
• Screw in the two fixing screws supplied
• Refit the plastic cover and tighten the module to the cabinet
• When switched on, the system detects the new 'LND' version which entails additional functions in the menu (related to DANTE). By connecting the device to the network, the INFINITO MANAGEMENT SUITE software detects the 'LND' model

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INFINITO SYSTEM MANAGEMENT SUITE

INFINITO is the new software platform for the remote control and monitoring of a new generation of FBT products that will expand over time (active speakers, amplifiers, DSP processors, etc...).

Based on standard 10/100 Ethernet infrastructure with TCP/IP protocol and compliant with the AES70 standard (OCA ALLIANCE), the software is used to control over 100 devices in the same network with automatic assignment of the IP address

Features:

• Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10
  • Real-time monitoring of sensors, vu-meters, transducers, failure etc.
• Checking of all DSP parameters
• Intuitive graphical and Touch oriented interface
• Creation of ADVANCED and BASIC groups for extremely versatile and simple control of connected devices
• Instantly saving and calling up of SCENES (snapshots of the entire project)
• Comprehensive status information of connected devices (warning, info)
• SETUP, TUNING and SHOW operating modes with advanced safety system to switch between modes
• Possible OFFLINE, ONLINE and LIVE management of devices on the workspace
• Displaying of the details of the multilevel device in order to focus attention solely on the parameters of interest of the individual device
• Global MUTE
  • Automatic firmware update of the connected devices
  • Day or night selectable graphical interface

INTERACTION OF LOCAL DEVICE CONTROLS AND INFINI- TO SOFTWARE

The control and monitoring of the MUSE210LND can be performed either locally via display and knob, or remotely via Ethernet network and a PC with INFINITO FBT software suite installed.

In this case, when the ONLINE mode is activated on the software, the speaker switches to remote control mode: the display is locked and switched off and Infinito takes control of all the speaker variables. In this mode, by pressing the knob the display turns on and shows: "Controlled by INFINITO – Push to WINK".

Pressing the knob in the software turns on the box relating to the device, thus allowing the unique identification between the real and virtual device present in the workspace.

The remote mode, once activated, remains permanent even if the INFINITO software is closed, the network is disconnected and/or the network cable is disconnected, the speaker is switched off and on again; all the settings of the DSP inside the device remain those set via INFINITO.

To return to the local control mode via display, the network must be disconnected or the software must be in an OFFLINE state: in this case, the local display shows the message "Switch to local control? NO - YES".

Selecting YES activates the unlock procedure: "Push and hold for 3 seconds" appears on the display.

and after prolonged pressing, the display is once more active, re-enabling the local controls. After switching to the local (manual) control mode, the DSP settings made in the last manual session before connecting to INFINITO are restored.

However, it is always possible to switch to the settings set in the last INFINITE session, using the MEMORY menu, via the "RECALL" function, choosing the "INFINITE" memory location as described below.

MANAGEMENT OF MEMORY INSIDE THE DEVICE:

There are 6 memory locations on the device where all the settings available on the device are saved:

• INFINITO: intended for the settings made by the software. This memory area saves the settings that are sent from the last INFINITO session. It cannot be deleted by user.
• SNAP1,2,3,4: these locations are free and available to the user who can save, recall and delete. They include all the settings that can be made locally through menus.
• DEFAULT: reserved for the settings of all parameters in the factory state. Useful for re-resetting of the device, restoring all the parameters to the initial state.

When the INFINITO -> MANUAL transition is made, the last manual settings that were set in the last manual session are loaded via the unlock procedure from the display.

When connecting INFINITO, when the "ONLINE" mode is connected, it is possible to give the "SYNC TO" command to send the software settings to the speaker, or "SYNC FROM" to restore the settings present in the "INFINITO" memory location of the device and transmit them to the software.

From the display menu it is possible to recall the settings of the last INFINITO session even if the device is not connected to INFINITO.

INTERFACE DESCRIPTION

The Home page of the display shows the essential information of the speaker

SETTING INDICATORS

1. PRESET: setting of the configuration preset
2. ANALOG/DANTE: incoming signal routing
3. HFL: indicates that HF LEVEL gain is not zero
4. DELAY: indicates the presence of delay applied to the input signal; by default the delay is 0ms and no indication is displayed
5. SIGNAL PRESENCE: indicates that there is an incoming audio signal
6. HIGH PASS FILTER: indicates the presence of a high pass filter set; by default it is set in bypass mode and no indication is displayed
7. VOLUME: general system volume; it can vary from +6dB to MUTE with 1dB steps by turning on the encoder

PROTECTIVE INDICATORS

1. PEAK: input stage saturation (ADC)
2. FAN ERROR: reports a possible fan fault
3. LIMIT: indicates the activation of the signal limiter to safeguard the transducers and to avoid distortion
4. TEMP LIMIT: indicates the gradual reduction of the signal to avoid thermal protection

On the HOME screen, it is only possible to change the volume by turning the encoder; pressing it allows access to the menu.

FAULT INDICATORS

In the event of a malfunction, the display provides an indication of the possible cause, differentiating between thermal causes (e.g.: a fan malfunction prevents the amplifier from dissipating excess heat, leading the system to overheat), reported as TEMP PROTECTION), or generic amplifier breakages reported as PROTECTION.

MAIN MENU

From the "HOME" screen, pressing the knob accesses the menu where all the controllable functions are listed, turning the knob scrolls the list vertically. Clicking on an item it is possible to access the relative setting and clicking on "EXIT" leads to the horizontal menu where it is possible to navigate between the functions and viewing the current setting.

EXIT

To exit the menu and to return to the "HOME", scroll to the last item 'EXIT' and click by pressing the knob, or keep it pressed for a few seconds from any point on the menu.

PRESET

The correct selection of this parameter is very important to ensure a linear frequency response of the entire cluster and must be performed on each speaker. Choose the item based on the total number of speakers that compose the array and based on the angle of inclination of the speaker being set with respect to the next one.

HF LEVEL

It adjusts the level in dB of the high frequencies. It is used to uniform the acoustic pressure to the high frequencies in the 'HF amplitude shading' audience, attenuating the nearest speakers (those at the bottom in the case of a hanging cluster), leaving the central ones at 0dB, and enhancing those higher up that must reach a greater distance.

HPF

Enables or disables the HI-PASS filter that cuts the low frequencies normally managed by the subwoofer. Select "ON" if the subwoofer is present, "OFF" if there is no subwoofer and the speaker must reproduce the entire frequency band.

DELAY

It regulates the time that must elapse between receiving of the incoming signal and the playback, expressed in ms and meters based on the estimated sound speed at 343m/s. Minimum pitch 0.03ms (1cm), maximum value 874ms (300m). Very useful to temporarily align the emissions of speakers located at different points.

IN ROUTING

Choice of signal source between ANALOG (balanced XLR) and DANTE (multichannel audio over Ethernet network, LND model only with DANTE card installed).

OUT ROUTING

Choice of the signal present on the XLR OUT connector between ANALOG (direct link with XLR input) or DANTE (only if IN ROUTING on DANTE). The DANTE digital signal is internally converted into analog with a DAC of the highest quality and presented on XLR OUT (0dBFS=18dBu).

NOISE GATE

Enables and adjusts the threshold of the digital noise-gate algorithm that is used to attenuate the background noise produced by the amplification chain when there is no useful input signal.

DANTE

The parameters of the internal DANTE card are displayed. Through the AUDINATE DANTE CONTROLLER software it is possible to assign and control all DANTE devices in the network (LND model only).

AUTO ST-BY

Enables or disables the automatic STANDBY function. In the absence of an input signal, after the default time, the speaker enters low power mode. The power section is turned off while the processor remains powered and connected to the Ethernet network. Reactivation occurs automatically when the signal exceeds a preset threshold.

SENSORS

Access to the display of the parameters detected by the internal sensors such as temperature, supply voltage, inclination, fan status and transducer status. To exit, click anywhere or on "EXIT".

TEST

Enables acoustic testing of the transducers manually or AUTOMATICALLY. In manual mode, select the external or internal signal (pink noise) and the transducer to be tested. Automatically raising the volume starts a test procedure with pink noise that cyclically enables the LF, HF, LF+HF routes.

MEMORY

It is used to save and recall all the menu settings (snapshots) in four memory locations (SNAP1...4). In addition, a "DEFAULT" location with the factory parameters and an 'INFINITO' with the settings made through the INFINITO suite software during the last session are always available for the RECALL.

Attention: the INFINITO location contains many more parameters than those that can be managed from the speaker display. It is useful to recall this location in order to restore the last session of INFINITO without having to reconnect the speaker to the network.

It is not possible to delete the "DEFAULT" and "INFINITO" locations using the "DELETE" function.

LOCK SCREEN

Used to block the menu from undesirable tampering, it presents the LITE and SECURE modes. To release the LITE mode, simply press and hold the knob for 5 seconds (instructions on the display). To release the SECURE mode it is necessary to press the knob 10 times in quick sequence (the instructions do not appear on the display).

CONTRAST

Adjusts the brightness of the display.

DISPLAY OFF

Selects the display power-on time for each action on the knob. It is not possible to leave the display always on. This is to avoid the degradation of performance over time. Each alert and action state on the knob causes the display to turn on automatically for the set time.

ROTATION

Depending on the horizontal or vertical installation of the speaker, the graphic orientation of the display is rotated manually (selecting the angle) or automatically using the internal inclination sensor.

FACTORY RESET

Reset of the entire processor that is used to set all the parameters to the initial default state.

INFO

To view the speaker model and current FIRMWARE version

MUSE 210LND / 210LN / 210L

MUSE models feature a suspension system embedded in the bearing structure. The only element to be added (accessories) to realize complete arrays is the flybar model MS F21O; the suspension bar can also be used in a stacking configuration as ground support of the satellites above the subwoofer or as support of the system directly to earth.

CAUTION: The use of different fixing accessories may cause a dangerous instability with possible damage to persons or things.

MUSE sound speaker must be installed using the flying accessories described in this manual and following the special assembly instructions by qualified staff only, strictly complying with the current regulations and safety standards in farce in the country of installation.

• FBT flying accessories are manufactured for their exclusive use with MUSE 21OLA system and have not been designed for being used with any other speaker or device.

• Any possible elements of the ceiling, floor or further supports where MUSE system is to be installed shall be able to safety bear the load.

• The flying accessories in use are to be coupled and secured safety to both the sound speaker and the ceiling (or the other support).

• When components are fitted to ceilings, floors or beams, always make sure that all couplers and fixing elements are properly sized and have an adequate load capacity.
• Besides the main suspension system, all flying speakers in theatres, indoor stadiums or in several other work and/or leisure facilities shall be provided with an additional independent safety system with the adequate load capacity. Only steel cables and chains with certified load capacity can be used as an additional safety device.

MS-F 210 FLYBAR

Steel

max. 6 modules

21.41×14.74×4.42 inch.

15.87 lbs.

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MS-J 210 FLYBAR BOTTOM FIXING SUPPORT

Steel

max. 6 modules

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MS-C RAIN COVER

Steel

max. 1 module

14.60×2.22×1.18 inch.

3.30 lbs.

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MS-T 210 CART FOR TRANSPORTING 4X MUSE

Steel

2 / 5 modules

28.31×9.64×14.60 inch.

17.63 lbs.

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INSTALLATION WARNINGS

MUSE sound speakers must be installed using the flying accessories described in this manual and following the special assembly instructions by qualified staff only, strictly complying with the current regulations and safety standards in force in the country of installation.

• FBT flying accessories are manufactured for their exclusive use with MUSE systems and have not been designed for being used with any other speaker or device.
• The flying accessories in use are to be coupled and secured safety to both the sound speaker and the ceiling (or the other support).
• When components are fitted to ceilings, floors or beams, always make sure that all couplers and fixing elements are properly sized and have an adequate load capacity.
• Besides the main suspension system, all flying speakers in theatres, indoor stadiums or in several other work and/or leisure facilities shall be provided with an additional independent safety system with the adequate load capacity. Only steel cables and chains with certified load capacity can be used as an additional safety device.

FBT will also place at your disposal a software which helps calculating the safety factor of the weakest point of unit suspension system according to the used configuration.

Follow this steps for a correct installation:

• Use the EASE FOCUS software to simulate the configuration suitable for the environment where the sound is to be reproduced considering SPL intensity and distribution in the audience.
• With the mechanical configuration parameters obtained, calculate the safety factor of unit suspension system.
• Check that the safety factor calculated falls within the range allowed by the standards and safety regulations in force in the country of installation.
• standards and safety regulations in force in the country of installation.
• Should the safety factor to be lower or incompatible with the one required by current regulations, the installation is not allowed. Therefore, system size or inclination angles have to be changed, and sound simulation and safety checks are to be carried out again.

EASE FOCUS it is a software that permits an accurate simulation of the mechanical and acoustic behaviour of the line array system. The

MUSE systems may be both on the acoustic environment that needs to be created and on the imposed assembly constraints. In the majority of common applications it is better to hang the system since this guarantees a more homogeneous coverage of the listening area. Every time the area for sound reproduction is located at a single level below an available attachment point and extends over a certain length, system suspension is the best solution because it permits to better distribute the sound pressure over the whole area where sound is reproduced.

During installation, make sure that the calculation of the overall weights for the system's load-bearing structure includes the weight of the flybar, hoist chains, motors, cables and other additional weights.

Should the above safety regulations and calculation of the overall weight not to be complied with, FBT Elettronica SpA will not be liable for any damage to persons and property

The suspension accessories have been designed to suspend up to 16 MUSE 210LND / 210L modules in vertical array configuration or 6 MUSE 210LND / 210L modules in horizontal array configuration. In a ground stack configuration there are 6 modules above the subwoofer or 6modules on the ground.

simulation algorithm is based on measurement taken on single modules; it is possible to set the number of areas for sound reproduction, the number of speakers, angles and levels relating to speakers and simulation parameters. It is also possible to check the attachment position of the flybar and the anchoring points of the system in relation to the maximum loads allowed. The software is an instrument that allows to immediately choose the best system configuration and proves suitable for both the experienced installer and the less experiendec user thanks to its automatic calculation feature. The software is available for download at AFMG website: focus.afmg.eu. EASE FOCUS acoustic model for the MUSE system is available on FBT website: www.fbt.it

REFERENCE STANDARDS

• EN 1990 - Eurocode 0: Basis of structural design
• EN 1991-1-1 – Eurocode 1 – Actions on structures
• EN 1993-1-1 – Eurocode 3 – Design of steel structures
- EN 13814 - Fairground and amusement park machinery and structures - Safety
- Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 may 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC

CONFIGURATIONS

All flying accessories have been designed to guarantee maximum safety factor of 4:1 even for installations with 16 (maximum number) MUSE 210LA speakers (fig.1)

Should local regulations require a safety factor >4:1, system dimensions must be checked, or inclination angles changed, and acoustic simulations and safety checks must be repeated. MUSE systems can be both flown and ground stacked (fig.2/3). System mounting type depends on the acoustic environment that needs to be created and on the imposed assembly constraints. In the majority of common applications it is better to hang the system since this guarantees a more homogeneous coverage of the listening area. Every time the area for sound reproduction is located at a single level below an available attachment point and extends over a certain length, system suspension is the best solution because it permits to better distribute the sound pressure over the whole area where sound is reproduced.

Note: During installation, make sure that system bearing framework is included in the calculation of the total weight, as well as the MS-F 210 flybar, hoist chain, motors, cables and any additional weight.

Should the above safety regulations and calculations of the overall weight fail to be complied with, FBT Elettronica will not liable for any damages to persons and things.

FIG.2 GROUND STACKING

FIG.1 VERTICAL ARRAY

FIG.3 GROUND STACKING

CONFIGURATIONS

The configurations suggested by this manual were verified through computer modelling and operational testing; even in recommended configuration, before hanging any MUSE system check the relevant load limits.

Special attention was paid to the selection of the materials and manufacturing so as to permit high safely levels. The staff in charge of hanging the array system must be skilled and qualified; the installer/user will be responsible of ascertaining limits and lifting procedures for the structures to which the array will be attached. An improper use of the array suspension system may cause major damage to person and things.

Operations to be carried out

• Inspect the hanging matrerial before every use.
• Observe all laws, local and national regulations about safety of installations.
• Hang the system to the attachment position indicated in the manual.
• Use skill staff only.
• Ensure all locking devices are perfectly fitted.

- Ensure the capacity of lifting points and devices is greater than the load to be lifted.

Operations to avoid:

• Do not hang anything before reading the manual.
• Do not use unskilled stadd.
• Never exceed load limits.
• Do not use non original spare parts.
• Do not use damaged or worm materials.

The MUSE system complies with the EN 60065 safety standard for audio, video and similar equipment.

FBT accepts no responsibility for any damage to people or objects if these instructions are not complied with or if the safety factor of all elements related to system suspension are not properly checked.

HOOKING DEVICE FOR LIFTING OPERATIONS

The hooking device for system lifting is asymmetrical and two different positions are possible (A and B).

These two positions allow to move the device and, consequently, it change system angle at intermediate steps, by using the same fixing holes. Put the hooking device in the position suggested by the pointing software EASE FOCUS.

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A

B

VERTICAL ARRAY

①

②

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Fix the couplings onto the speaker by using the fixing pins

③

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By using the (A) pin, the connecting flange can be movied, reaching the desired angle, also shown in the slot with the graduate scale. Fix the connecting flange by fitting the fixing pin in the relevant hole indicating the selected angle.

④

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Fix the speaker to each other using the relevant fixing pin: use (B) couplings for the front, and the connecting flange in point (C) for the back.

GROUND STACKING

①

Fix the MS-J 210 on the stand support flange of the subwoofer. NB: this accessory can be fixed on the speaker installed both horizontally and vertically.

②

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Fix the MS-F 210 flybar onto the MS-J 210 accessory (1).

③

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Fit the satellite to the flybar using the connecting flange selecting the desired angle (1) and the front coupling (2).

RAIN COVER ASSEMBLY

Remove the six screws on speaker's back, put the cover on and fix it by means of the screws you removed.
WARNING: under certain environmental conditions, the rain cover may cause final amplifier, overheating, triggering the protection circuit.

GENERAL
MUSE 210LND / 210LN MUSE 210L

Configuration way active 2-way reflex line array module passive 2-way reflex line array module
Low frequency woofer inch 2 × 10'' / 2,5'' coil 2 × 10'' / 2,5'' coil
High frequency driver inch 2 × 1'' / 1,7'' coil 2 × 1'' / 1,7'' coil

ACOUSTICAL SPEC.

Frequency response (@ 6dB) 55Hz 20kHz 60Hz 18kHz
Sensitivity (@1W/1m) dB ---		101 LF / 112 HF
SPL max. (cont / peak)	dB 129 / 136	128 / 135
Dispersion	H x V	90^ × 10^ (dipendant upon n. of elements)	90^ × 10^ (dipendant upon n. of elements)
Recommended HP filter		---	32Hz - 24dB oct.
Recomm ended external filter		---	Digital management with preset

AMPLIFIER

Built in amplifier LF / HF	W	800 / 400	---
Built in amplifier peak LF / HF	W	1600 / 800	---
Recommended amplifier	W RMS	---	800 LF / 200 HF
Long Term Power	W	---	400 LF / 100 HF
Short Term Power (IEC 268-5)	W	---	1600LF / 400HF
Input Impedance	kOhm	22	---
Nominal impedance	Ohm ---	16 LF / 32 HF

INPUTS / OUTPUTS

Power supply connectors PowerCon IN/OUT		---
Input connectors		XLR IN / OUT	2 x SPEAKON NL4M in & out
Input / output NET		NET IN / NET OUT (EtherCon)	---

POWER SUPPLY SPEC.

AC power consumption		W	600	---
Power cord ft	16,4		---

MECHANICAL SPEC.

Material		wooden cabinet		wooden cabinet
Handles		Integrated (1 x side)		Integrated (1 x side)
Net size (WxHxD)	inch 25,66 x	11,65 x 16,73	25,66 x	11,65 x 16,73
Transport dimensions (WxHxD)	inch	31,10 x 14,765 x 20,47		31,10 x 14,765 x 20,47
Net weight	Lbs	83,77		83,77
Shipping weight	Lbs	90,38		90,38

FBT ELETTRONICA SPA

Via Paolo Soprani 1 - 62019 RECANATI - ITaly

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