Curv 500 SE - Speaker LD Systems - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Curv 500 SE LD Systems

CONNECTIONS, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 6-11

SETS, EXPANSIONS AND ACCESSORIES 12-14

MANUFACTURER´S DECLARATIONS 16

SETS, EXPANSIONS AND ACCESSORIES 40-42

SETS, EXPANSIONS AND ACCESSORIES 54-56

ENGLISH You‘ve made the right choice! We have designed this product to operate reliably over many years. LD Systems stands for this with its name and many years of experience as a manufacturer of high-quality audio products. Please read this User‘s Manual carefully, so that you can begin making optimum use of your LD Systems product quickly. You can find more information about LD-SYSTEMS at our Internet site WWW.LD-SYSTEMS.COM PREVENTIVE MEASURES

1. Please read these instructions carefully.

2. Keep all information and instructions in a safe place.

3. Follow the instructions.

4. Observe all safety warnings. Never remove safety warnings or other information from the equipment.

5. Use the equipment only in the intended manner and for the intended purpose.

6. Use only sufficiently stable and compatible stands and/or mounts (for fixed installations). Make certain that wall mounts are properly installed and secured. Make certain that the equipment is installed securely and cannot fall down.

7. During installation, observ e the applicable safety regulations for your country.

8. Never install and operate the equipment near radiators, heat registers, ovens or other sources of heat. Make certain that the equipment is always installed so that is cooled sufficiently and cannot overheat.

9. Never place sources of ignition, e.g., burning candles, on the equipment.

10. Ventilation slits must not be blocked.

11. Do not use this equipment in the immediate vicinity of water (does not apply to special outdoor equipment - in this case, observe the special instructions noted below. Do not expose this equipment to flammable materials, fluids or gases. Avoid direct sunlight! 12. Make certain that dripping or splashed water cannot enter the equipment. Do not place containers filled with liquids, such as vases or drinking vessels, on the equipment.

13. Make certain that objects cannot fall into the device.

14. Use this equipment only with the accessories recommended and intended by the manufacturer.

15. Do not open or modify this equipment.

16. After connecting the equipment, check all cables in order to prevent damage or accidents, e.g., due to tripping hazards. 17. During transport, make certain that the equipment cannot fall down and possibly cause property damage and personal injuries. 18. If your equipment is no longer functioning properly, if fluids or objects have gotten inside the equipment or if it has been damaged in anot her way, switch it off immediately and unplug it from the mains outlet (if it is a powered device). This equipment may only be repaired by authorized, qualified personnel.

19. Clean the equipment using a dry cloth.

20. Comply with all applicable disposal laws in your country. During disposal of packaging, please separate plastic and paper/cardboard.

21. Plastic bags must be kept out of reach of children.

FOR EQUIPMENT THAT CONNECTS TO THE POWER MAINS 22. CAUTION: If the power cord of the device is equipped with an earthing contact, then it must be connected to an outlet with a protective ground. Never deactivate the protective ground of a power cord. 23. If the equipment has been exposed to strong fluctuations in temperature (for example, after transport), do not switch it on immediately. Moisture and condensation could damage the equipment. Do not switch on the equipment until it has reached room temperature. 24. Before connecting the equipment to the power outlet, first verify that the mains voltage and frequency match the values specified on the equipment. If the equipment has a voltage selection switch, connect the equipment to the power outlet only if the equipment values and the mains power values match. If the included power cord or power adapter does not fit in your wall outlet, contact your electrician. 25. Do not step on the power cord. Make certain that the power cable does not become kinked, especially at the mains outlet and/or power adapter and the equipment connector. 26. When connecting the equipment, make certain that the power cord or power adapter is always freely accessible. Always disconnect the equipment from the power supply if the equipment is not in use or if you want to clean the equipment. Always unplug the power cord and power adapter from the power outlet at the plug or adapter and not by pulling on the cord. Never touch the power cord and power adapter with wet hands. 27. Whenever possible, avoid switching the equipment on and off in quick succession because otherwise this can shorten the useful life of the equipment. 28. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Replace fuses only with fuses of the same type and rating. If a fuse blows repeatedly, please contact an authorised service centre. 29. To disconnect the equipment from the power mains completely, unplug the power cord or power adapter from the power outlet. 30. If your device is equipped with a Volex power connector, the mating Volex equipment connector must be unlocked before it can be removed. However, this also means that the equipment can slide and fall down if the power cable is pulled, which can lead to personal injuries and/or other damage. For this reason, always be careful when laying cables. 31. Unplug the power cord and power adapter from the power outlet if there is a risk of a lightning strike or before extended periods of disuse. CAUTION

CAUTION: Never remove the cover, because otherwise there may be a risk of electric shock. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Have repairs carried out only by qualified service personnel.4 DEUTSCH ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOLPOLSKI ITALIANO

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock. The exclamation mark within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions. CAUTION – HIGH VOLUME LEVELS WITH AUDIO PRODUCTS! This equipment is intended for professional use. Therefore, commercial use of this equipment is subject to the respectively applicable national accident prevention rules and regulations. As a manufacturer, Adam Hall is obligated to notify you formally about the existence of potential health risks. Hearing damage due to high volume and prolonged exposure: When in use, this product is capable of producing high sound-pressure levels (SPL) that can lead to irreversible hearing damage in performers, employees, and audience members. For this reason, avoid prolonged exposure to volumes in excess of 90 dB. To prevent possible hearing damage, avoid listening at high volume levels over long periods of time. Even exposure to short bursts of loud noise can result in hearing loss. Please keep the volume constantly at a comfortable level.

• CURV500S, CURV500SE can be used in following electromagnetic environment: residential, commercial and light industrial, urban outdoors. They are the apparatus not intended for rack mounting.

• The peak inrush currents equal to 8.86 A. *This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not cause harmful interference ,and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. INTRODUCTION The compact, transport-friendly CURV 500

is an easily configurable array system with a maximum of 4 satellites, latching into each other, which are operated via a SmartLink

adapter. The elements, only 12 x 12 cm in size, are equipped with LD System’s own WaveAhead

technology, a 4” and three 1” drivers provide a coherent and extremely detailed playback with high pressure and dynamics. The 10” bass-reflex subwoofer also houses the DSP controlled Class-D power amplifier of the CURV 500

including a limiter, protection against short circuit, overheating, over-voltage, as well as a 4-channel mixer with 16 digital effect presets and Bluetooth

. Combo, and Speakon-compatible sockets offer extensive connectivity options, and the subwoofer features 4 digital system presets, an M20 threaded flange and 3 ergonomic carrying handles. Available in 3 sets for mobile and fixed use, the convenient overall solution CURV 500

boasts a low weight and a wide, far-reaching sound dispersion. General information Before start-up, the subwoofer of the LD Systems CURV 500

array system must be placed upright on its rubber feet, on a flat surface. Never operate your system on a trolley, as there is a risk that the entire system might be unstable. Accidents and damage may result. To ensure adequate cooling, during operation a minimum distance of 50 cm must be maintained between the back of the subwoofer and other objects such as walls for example. Please ensure the correct connection of audio and power connections for the system and all connected devices such as mixers, CD players, etc. Use only undamaged cables of suitable diameter and always unwind cable reels completely. If necessary, use cable bridges to avoid tripping over loose cables. Never place the device directly on an edge. Do not place the subwoofer on a table. To avoid unwanted background noise when turning on connected devices, always turn on the system last and turn it off first.5 DEUTSCHENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL POLSKI ITALIANO

SETUP In order to allow for a wide variety of configuration options, the LD Systems CURV 500

array system is designed to be modular. Described below is a representative setup of the LD CURV 500

ES Entertainer Set. Examples of setups for other Sets can be found on the following pages of this user’s manual. The LD CURV 500

ES Entertainer Set consists of 4 components: A. subwoofer with mixer, built-in DSP (digital signal processor) and class-D power amplifier for the system components. B. height adjustable spacer bar. C. SmartLink

adapter as the base for up to 4 CURV 500

array satellites with the patented click mechanism and WaveAhead

technology. Once the subwoofer (A) has been placed in the desired location, the spacer bar (B) is screwed into the subwoofer (flange on the top). When using 1 or 2 CURV 500

satellite (D) from the rear onto the SmartLink

adapter (C) until it stops, while pressing the spring-loaded release button on the side of the satellite. Ensure that the two guide rails of the satellite properly slide into the grooves of the SmartLink

adapter in order to ensure a tight fit and establish a contact for both components. Now release the button to lock the connection and to bring the button back to its original position. Proceed in the same manner as described above to add other satellites. Now connect the speaker output SATELLITE OUT of the CURV 500

subwoofer with the speaker input INPUT SIGNAL (G) of the SmartLink

adapter using the supplied speaker cable. When disassembling, please proceed in reverse order. For fixed installations and desktop applications, a terminal block connector (fig. H, terminal block included) is located on the back of the SmartLink

adapter. The speaker input INPUT SIGNAL (G) is parallel wired with the terminal block connector (H).

CONNECTIONS, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Balanced microphone or instrument input (XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo). It is also possible to use an unbalanced microphone or instrument cable (mono jack). Pay attention to the setting of switch 2, as described below. NOTE: The XLR input socket is designed for the 12 V phantom power supply of a condenser microphone.

HI-Z SWITCH When using channel 1 as a microphone channel, bring the HI-Z switch to the up position. When using channel 1 as an instrument channel, bring the HI-Z switch to the down position.

INPUT MIC Balanced microphone input (XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo) It is also possible to use an unbalanced microphone cable (mono jack). NOTE: The XLR input socket is designed for the 12 V phantom power supply of a condenser microphone.

INPUT LINE 3 + 4 Balanced line inputs with XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo sockets for connecting a playback device (e.g. mixer, keyboard). When using a CURV

ES Entertainer Set as a Mono Set (the array satellites mounted together on the spacer bar), the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must be pressed down (MONO). An incoming audio signal will be mono summed. When using a CURV 500

Entertainer Set as a Stereo Set (2 array satellites mounted left and right), or using the CURV 500

PS Power Set (Stereo), the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must not be pressed down (STEREO). An incoming stereo audio signal will be output in stereo. The latter also applies when using the LD CURV 500

Balanced line output with male XLR socket. Output of the mixer summing signal in Mono.

Male 5-pin XLR socket to connect the CURV 500

SE Subwoofer expansion, the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must be pressed down (MONO). An incoming audio signal will be mono summed. When using a CURV 500

POWER LED Lights up once the system is properly connected to the power mains and switched on.

IEC power socket with built-in fuse holder. An appropriate power cord is included in the delivery. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Replace the fuse only with a fuse corresponding to the operating voltage. Please observe the label on the housing. If the fuse blows repeatedly, please contact an authorised service centre.

On / Off switch for the power supply of the device.

satellites. Up to four LD CURV 500® satellites can be operated at each of the outputs simultaneously (e.g. for voice and sound). When using a CURV 500

ES Entertainer Set as a Mono Set, use the satellite output LEFT for the control of the LD CURV 500 satellites and the MONO / STEREO (26) on the mixer control panel switch must be pressed down (MONO). When using a LD CURV 500

ES Entertainer Set as a Stereo Set (2 array satellites mounted left and right), or when using the LD CURV 500

AVS A/V Set, use both satellite outputs LEFT and RIGHT to control the LD CURV 500

satellites left and right and the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must not be pressed down (STEREO). An incoming stereo audio signal will be output in stereo. The use of the LD CURV 500

PS Power Set as a Stereo Set (or the combination of LD CURV 500

PES) requires the use of the satellite output LEFT (left) for the control of the LD CURV 500

satellite on the left. The LD CURV 500

satellite on the right is controlled by the satellite output of the expansion subwoofer SATELLITE OUT RIGHT.

LED CH 1 When a signal is present at the input of channel 1 (CH 1), the LED indicator lights up green; if the LED is red, the channel is operating at the clipping range. To avoid distortion, reduce the volume level of the volume controller (12) of channel 1.

LEVEL CH 1 Volume controller for channel 1 (CH 1). Turning the dial to the right increases the volume and turning it to the left decreases it.

Equalizer high band for channel 1 (CH 1). When turned to the left, levels are lowered, when turned to the right, they are raised. In the centre position (resting point), the equalizer is inactive.8 DEUTSCH ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOLPOLSKI ITALIANO

Equalizer bass band for channel 1 (CH 1). When turned to the left, levels are lowered, when turned to the right, they are raised. In the centre position (resting point), the equalizer is inactive.

Controller for adding the signal from channel 1 (Effects Send) to the internal digital effects device (effect volume channel 1). The effect presets are selected with the help of the rotary encoder DFX PRESETS Nº 31.

LED CH 2 When a signal is present at the input of channel 2 (CH 2), the LED indicator lights up green; if the LED is red, the channel is operating in the clipping range. To avoid distortion, reduce the volume level of the volume controller (17) of channel 2.

LEVEL CH 2 Volume controller for channel 2 (CH 2). Turning the dial to the right increases the volume and turning it to the left decreases it.

Equalizer high band for channel 2 (CH 2). When turned to the left, levels are lowered, when turned to the right, they are raised. In the centre position (resting point), the equalizer is inactive.

Equalizer bass band for channel 2 (CH 2). When turned to the left, levels are lowered, when turned to the right, they are raised. In the centre position (resting point), the equalizer is inactive.

Controller for adding the signal from channel 2 (Effects Send) to the internal digital effects device (effect volume channel 2). The effect presets are selected with the help of the rotary encoder DFX PRESETS Nº 31.

LED CH 3 / 4 When an audio signal is present at the input of channel 3 /4 (CH 3/4), the LED indicator lights up green; if the LED is red, the channel is operating in the clipping range. To avoid distortion, reduce the volume level of the playback device (e.g. keyboard, mixer) or the level of the volume controller 22.

Volume controller for channel 3 / 4 (CH 3 / 4). Turning the dial to the right increases the volume and turning it to the left decreases it.

AUX INPUT Stereo input with 3.5 mm stereo jack socket for a playback device (e.g. MP3 Player). The input is in parallel to the line inputs 3 and 4. The volume is adjusted using the volume controller of channel 3 / 4 LEVEL CH 3/4 on the playback device.

BLUETOOTH LED The mixer of the LD CURV 500

array system is equipped with Bluetooth, meaning that audio files from another Bluetooth device (e.g. smartphone) can be played back on the LD CURV 500

speakers (maximum distance between two devices about 10 metres). If no Bluetooth device is connected with the internal Bluetooth unit, the blue Bluetooth LED flashes briefly twice every 3 seconds or so, while the pairing standby LED flashes approx. every 0.5 second; if the Bluetooth LED is on permanently, then a Bluetooth connection is established and the track playback can be started. The volume is adjusted using the volume controller of channel 3 / 4 LEVEL CH 3/4 on the playback device.

To pair and connect the internal Bluetooth device with a Bluetooth-enabled device, press and hold the HOLD to LINK button for approx. 3 seconds until the Bluetooth LED (24) flashes (approx. 2 Hz), enable Bluetooth on your Bluetooth device and search for available devices on the user interface. Select “LD CURV500

” and pair your Bluetooth device with the internal Bluetooth device. The playback can now start. To end the connection, press and hold the HOLD to LINK button again for approx. 3 seconds.9 DEUTSCHENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL POLSKI ITALIANO

MONO / STEREO To have a Mono summed output signal on the mixer, the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must be pressed down in the MONO position. If the MONO / STEREO switch is not pressed down, the output signal is in stereo.

MAIN LED If an audio signal is present on the sum channel, the LED lights up green. As soon as the LD CURV 500

array system is operated in the clipping range, the LED turns red. Brief flashing is not a cause for concern, since the internal audio limiter compensates for over-modulation. Permanent illumination should be avoided by reducing the input level.

MAIN LEVEL Volume control for the summing channel. When turned to the left, overall volume levels are lowered, when turned to the right, they are raised.

SUB LEVEL Adjusting the volume ratio of the subwoofer to the satellite speakers.

DSP PRESETS Since it is possible to vary the number of connected LD CURV 500

satellites (1 - 4 units), the DSP settings must be adjusted accordingly, to achieve a homogeneous sound distribution for all four variations (equalizer settings and adjusting the bass level). Set the rotary encoder on number 1 if you only want to operate one satellite in the LD CURV 500

system (1 unit for mono or 1 unit each left and right for stereo). Proceed in the same way, if you want to operate 2, 3, or 4 satellites in the system.

DFX PRESETS 16 different effects presets are available to you. Use the rotary encoder to select one of the presets as desired.

CONNECTIONS, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

SE, when used individually, complements the bass output of the LD CURV 500

array system. Furthermore, the subwoofer expansion allows the connection of additional LD CURV 500

satellites. The intelligent signal control is carried out by the DSP (digital signal processor) integrated into the LD CURV 500

S Subwoofer via the 5-pin XLR system cable, additional system settings are thus not required.10 DEUTSCH ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOLPOLSKI ITALIANO

GROUND LIFT This feature can prevent ground loops that can occur when the subwoofers LD CURV 500

SE are connected to different earthing potentials.

Female 5-pin XLR socket to connect the CURV 500

S Subwoofer (SYSTEM OUT Nº 6 -> SYSTEM IN Nº 33). A suitable 5-pin XLR system cable is included. NOTE: Use only shielded 5-pin XLR cables with parallel signal lines and full pin assignment. Some commercially available 5-pin XLR cables do not necessarily possess the full pin assignment. When using a CURV 500

SE as a subwoofer expansion, the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel of the LD CURV 500

S Subwoofer must be pressed down (MONO). An incoming audio signal will be mono summed. When using a CURV 500

PES Power Expansion Set to create a Stereo Set, the MONO / STEREO (26) switch on the mixer control panel must not be pressed down (STEREO). If an incoming stereo signal is present on INPUT LINE 3 / 4 of the LD CURV 500

Male 5-pin XLR socket to connect an additional CURV 500

PES Power expansion sets.

POWER LED Lights up once the system is properly connected to the power mains and switched on.

IEC power socket with built-in fuse holder. A suitable power cord is included in the delivery. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Replace the fuse only with a fuse corresponding to the operating voltage. Please observe the label on the housing. If the fuse blows repeatedly, please contact an authorised service centre.

On / Off switch for the power supply of the device.

Speakon-compatible output for controlling one to four LD CURV 500

PS Power Set as a Stereo Set (or the combination of LD CURV 500

PES) requires the use of the satellite output LEFT (left) on the LD CURV 500

Subwoofer for the control of the LD CURV 500

satellites on the left. The LD CURV 500

satellites on the right are controlled by the satellite output of the expansion subwoofer LD CURV 500

SAT) from the rear onto the SmartLink

adapter (LD CURV 500

SLA) until it stops, while pressing the spring-loaded release button on the side of the satellite. Ensure that the two guide rails of the satellite (40) properly slide into the grooves (41) of the SmartLink

adapter or of the lower satellites, in order to ensure a tight fit and establish a contact for both components. Now release the button to lock the connection and to bring the button back to its original position. Proceed in the same manner as described above to add other satellites.

M3 THREAD M3 thread to secure the LD CURV 500

satellites in permanent installations.

SATELLITE 3 / 4 Flange for 3 to 4 satellites (forward tilt position).

INPUT SIGNAL Speakon-compatible speaker input. The speaker input INPUT SIGNAL (47) is parallel wired with the terminal block connector (48).

Terminal block connection for permanent installation and desktop application (terminal block included). The speaker input INPUT SIGNAL (47) is parallel wired with the terminal block connector (48).12 DEUTSCH ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOLPOLSKI ITALIANO

SETS, EXPANSIONS AND ACCESSORIES

SSB Tripod base 1 x LD CURV 500

CABLE4 Speaker cable with Speakon-compatible plugs (8 m) LD CURV 500

SE(W) Subwoofer Extension including power cable LD CURV 500

CABLE4 Speaker cable with Speakon-compatible plugs (8 m) LD CURV 500

CMB Ceiling mounting bracket for LD CURV 500

MANUFACTURER´S DECLARATIONS

MANUFACTURER‘S WARRANTY & LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

You can find our current warranty conditions and limitations of liability at: http://www.adamhall.com/media/shop/downloads/documents/ manufacturersdeclarations.pdf. To request warranty service for a product, please contact Adam Hall GmbH, Daimler Straße 9, 61267 Neu Anspach / Email: [e-mail] / +49 (0)6081 / 9419-0. To enquire about the current declaration of conformity, please contact [e-mail].

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT

(Valid in the European Union and other European countries with a differentiated waste collection system) This symbol on the product, or on its documents indicates that the device may not be treated as household waste. This is to avoid environmental damage or personal injury due to uncontrolled waste disposal. Please dispose of this product separately from other waste and have it recycled to promote sustainable economic activity. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details on where and how they can recycle this item in an environmentally friendly manner. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial waste for disposal.17 DEUTSCHENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPAÑOL POLSKI ITALIANO

SSB 1 x barre support LD CURV 500

SETS, EXPANSIONS AND ACCESSORIES