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Syed
February 11, 2025
How to connect 100volt horn speakers to 8ohm output
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Mr. Anderson
February 12, 2025
The Nady Audio PMX 600 is a powered mixer with an 8-ohm speaker output. However, 100-volt horn speakers are designed for high-voltage distributed audio systems and cannot be directly connected to an 8-ohm output without a matching transformer.
### Steps to Connect Nady Audio PMX 600 to 100-Volt Horn Speakers:
1. Use a Step-Up Transformer - A matching transformer is needed to convert the low-impedance 8-ohm output to a 100-volt line signal. - Choose a transformer with an 8-ohm input and a 100V output.
2. Connect the Mixer to the Transformer - Connect the speaker output terminals of the PMX 600 to the 8-ohm input of the transformer. - Ensure proper polarity (+ to +, - to -).
3. Connect the Transformer to the 100V Horn Speakers - Run a 100V speaker cable from the transformer’s 100V output to the horn speakers. - If multiple speakers are used, wire them in parallel.
4. Adjust Speaker Taps - Set each horn speaker’s wattage tap to the desired level to control volume and power distribution.
5. Test the System - Power on the mixer and gradually increase the volume. - Listen for clear sound and adjust levels as needed.
This setup ensures safe and efficient operation without damaging the mixer or speakers.
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Do you have a question about the PMX 600 and is the answer not in the manual?
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How to connect 100volt horn speakers to 8ohm output
The Nady Audio PMX 600 is a powered mixer with an 8-ohm speaker output. However, 100-volt horn speakers are designed for high-voltage distributed audio systems and cannot be directly connected to an 8-ohm output without a matching transformer.
### Steps to Connect Nady Audio PMX 600 to 100-Volt Horn Speakers:
1. Use a Step-Up Transformer
- A matching transformer is needed to convert the low-impedance 8-ohm output to a 100-volt line signal.
- Choose a transformer with an 8-ohm input and a 100V output.
2. Connect the Mixer to the Transformer
- Connect the speaker output terminals of the PMX 600 to the 8-ohm input of the transformer.
- Ensure proper polarity (+ to +, - to -).
3. Connect the Transformer to the 100V Horn Speakers
- Run a 100V speaker cable from the transformer’s 100V output to the horn speakers.
- If multiple speakers are used, wire them in parallel.
4. Adjust Speaker Taps
- Set each horn speaker’s wattage tap to the desired level to control volume and power distribution.
5. Test the System
- Power on the mixer and gradually increase the volume.
- Listen for clear sound and adjust levels as needed.
This setup ensures safe and efficient operation without damaging the mixer or speakers.
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