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The Configurable Directivity Flange. A waveguide that allows the operator to alter its behaviour. An unprecedented NEXO development that is easy to use – once you know how and when. The Phase Directivity Device needs no operator input to function, but it is reassuring to know that the coupling of the midrange of the system is considered as important as the high frequencies…...
Do not place containers with liquid on speaker system as they might spill into openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the speaker system, have it inspected by qualified NEXO personnel. Sun exposure: Do not expose the speaker system to direct sun.
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Page 4/90 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient period of time.
INTRODUCTION Page 7/90 NTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a NEXO GEO M12 Series Tangent Array System. This manual is intended to provide you with necessary and useful information about your GEO M12 & MSUB18 System, which includes the following products: •...
Page 8/90 GEO M12 GENERAL SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS GEO M12 G ENERAL NSTRUCTIONS 2.1 GEO M12 and MSUB18 connections GEO M12 and MSUB18 are connected with Speakon NL4FC plugs (not supplied). A wiring diagram is printed on the connection panel located on the back of each cabinet. The 4 pins of the Speakon sockets identified in / out are connected in parallel within the enclosure.
GEO M12 GENERAL SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Page 9/90 2.2 GEO M12-I and MSUB18-I connections 2.2.1 GEO M12-I connectors GEOM12-I are connected through 2 captive cables and 2 fast connectors. In order to connect for installation: Remove the connecting plate. Pass the cables through the cable-gland (maximum cable outside diameter is 12mm / 0.5”, maximum gauge wire is 2.5 mm / AWG13 for solid cable and 4 mm / AWG11 for multi-stranded cable)
Page 10/90 GEO M12 GENERAL SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2 MSUB18-I connectors MSUB18-I are connected through 2 fast connectors located behind the corner plates as in drawing below. In order to connect for installation: Remove the corner plates. Pass the cables through corner plate openings (maximum cable outside diameter is 11mm / 0.4”, maximum gauge wire is 2.5 mm / AWG13 for solid cable and 4 mm / AWG11 for multi-stranded...
Page 11/90 2.3 Cabling NEXO recommends the exclusive use of multi-conductor cables to connect the system: the cable kit is compatible with all the cabinets, and there is no possible confusion between LF, MF and HF sections. Cable choice consists mainly of selecting cables of the correct sectional dimension (size) in relation to the load resistance and the cable length.
GEO M12 and MSUB18 Structural Analysis Report is currently being certified by German Certification Organization RWTUV systems GmbH. NS-1 installation package includes all NEXO User Manuals, Structural Analysis Reports and Certificates PDF files (which can be found in the last section of User Manuals).
Page 22/90 CONFIGURABLE DIRECTIVITY DEVICE ONFIGURABLE IRECTIVITY EVICE The GEO Wavesource controls dispersion of acoustic energy using a hyperboloid acoustical reflector in the “coupling plane” (the vertical plane of a curved vertical tangent array) and a diffraction slot in the “non- coupling plane”...
CONFIGURABLE DIRECTIVITY DEVICE Page 23/90 5.2 When & where to use Configurable Directivity flanges The diagrams show audience area coverage for a stereo system. While the GEO cluster will deliver even SPL from the front to the rear of this audience area, there are “holes” near the front in the centre and at the outside edges.
Please read it carefully. However, user must always apply his or her knowledge, experience and common sense. If in any doubt, seek advice from your supplier or NEXO agent. This manual offers guidance only for GEO M12 & MSUB18 loudspeaker systems. References in this manual to other rigging equipment such as motor hoists, steels, shackles etc.
For fixed installations, wind loading has to be taken into account in accordance to the national standards. The GEO M12 & MSUB18 Rigging System requires regular inspection and testing by a competent test centre. NEXO recommend that the system is load tested and certified annually or more frequently if local regulations require.
6.1.3 Contacts Correct training is fundamental to safe practise when working with loudspeakers flying systems. NEXO recommend that users contact local industry associations for information on specialist course. Information for International training agencies can be obtained by contacting either:...
6.2.1 GEO M1210 and GEO M1220 IMPORTANT GEO M1210 & GEO M1220 share the same geometry and fittings, but different wavefront curvatures. In order to distinguish one from the other, GEO M1210 is marked with the following sign on its sides: GEO M1220 is marked with the following sign on its sides: 6.2.2 GEO M12 “Left”...
GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 29/90 6.2.4 GEO M12-I and MSUB18-I rigging systems For permanent installations where systems won’t have to be frequently assembled and disassembled GEO M12 AutoRig is replaced by an axis with break nuts GEO M12 rear pin is replaced by a shoulder screw with a break nut MUB18 semi auto-lock system is replaced with pins and safety clips Please note that these are shipped together with GEO M12-I and MSUB18-I 6.2.5 Accessories...
Never use other accessories – including push-pins - when assembling GEO M12 cabinets than the ones provided by NEXO: NEXO will decline responsibility over the entire GEO M12 accessory range if any component is purchased from different supplier. WARNING All GEO M12 accessories have been designed so that cabinets are arrayed vertically.
Page 32/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 6.3.2 GEO M12 only on Lightweight Bumper Required item 1 x GMT-LBUMPM12 IMPORTANT GMT-LBUMPM12 is rated for a maximum of 3 stacked GEO M12 in any inter cabinet angle configuration with 0/+3° initial angle, provided the stack is assembled according to below rules: - GMT-LBUMPM12 must always be installed on a horizontal surface - Public is not allowed within a safety area which radius is equal or higher than assembly...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 33/90 GEO M12 Right Set the bumper on the ground so that front is on the “A” hole side Remove the two BL820 quick release pins from their side storage position, and the BL825 quick release pin of rear GMT-LBUMPM12 link bar.
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Page 34/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Disassembly On both side, pull AutoRig and hold the side knob (AutoRig remains in the open position). Remove the rear quick release pin BL820 Unlock the GEO M12 link bar by pulling the latch. Disassemble GEO M12s...
GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 35/90 6.3.3 GEO M12 only on Touring Bumper with stacking extensions Required item 1 x VNT-BUMPM12 1 x VNT-GSTKM10M12S 1 x VNT-GSTKM10M12L IMPORTANT Ground stack assembly VNT-BUMPM12 + VNT-GSTKM10M12S + VNT-GSTKM10M12L is rated for a maximum of 6 x GEO M12 in any inter cabinet angle configuration with +/-12° initial angle, provided this device is assembled according to below rules: VNT-BUMPM12 must be adjusted to be horizontal Public is not allowed within a safety area which radius is equal or higher than...
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Page 36/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Adjust feet height so that bumper is horizontal Pull latch to release the VNT-BUMPM12 center link bar, and rotate it upwards Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the upper link so that connection points are single leg (GEO M12 Left) or double leg (GEO M12 Right) and release the latches to lock in required position GEO M12 Left Release first GEO M12 link bar, and set AutoRig in automatic lock position...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 37/90 Connect subsequent GEO M12 cabinets as with second. IMPORTANT Ensure that bumper quick release pins are properly locked into GEO M12, and that all AutoRig and rear pins are locked Disassembly On both side, pull AutoRig and hold the side knob (AutoRig remains in the open position).
Page 38/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 6.3.4 MSUB18 and GEO M12 with Ministack adaptor Ministack adaptor only allows to stack GEO M12 in “left” configuration Required item 1 x VNT-MNSTKM12 IMPORTANT Ground stack assembly is rated for a maximum of 2 x MSUB18 + 3 x GEO M12 in any inter cabinet angle configuration with +12/-15°...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 39/90 Use the levers to lock VNT-MNSTKM12 on MSUB18 Release first GEO M12 link bar, and set AutoRig in automatic lock position Position first GEO M12 on top of the VNT-MNSTKM12, front points will lock automatically Connect the VNT-MNSTKM12 link bar (selection from -15°...
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Page 40/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE IMPORTANT Ensure that bumper quick release pins are properly locked into GEO M12, and that all AutoRig and rear pins are locked Disassembly On both side, pull AutoRig and hold the side knob (AutoRig remains in the open position).
GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 41/90 6.3.5 MSUB18 and GEO M12 on Touring Bumper with stacking extensions Required item 2 x VNT-BUMPM12 1 x VNT-GSTKM10M12S 1 x VNT-GSTKM10M12L IMPORTANT Ground stack assembly VNT-BUMPM12 + VNT-GSTKM10M12S + VNT-GSTKM10M12L is rated for a maximum of 2 x MSUB18 + 6 x GEO M12 in any inter cabinet angle configuration with +/-12°...
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Page 42/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Lock VNT-GSTKM10M12L and/or VNT-GSTKM10M12S into bumper with VNT-BUMPM12 quick release pin 1240. Adjust feet height so that bumper is horizontal Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the upper links so that connection points are single leg and release the latches.
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 43/90 Position second VNT-BUMPM12 on top of MSUB18 Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the lower links so that connection points are double leg and release the latches. GEO M12 Left Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the upper links so that connection points are single leg and release the latches.
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Page 44/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE IMPORTANT Ensure that bumper quick release pins are properly locked into GEO M12, and that all AutoRig and rear pins are locked Disassembly On both side, pull AutoRig and hold the side knob (AutoRig remains in the open position).
Page 46/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 6.4.2 GEO M12 only flown with Lightweight Bumper Required items 1 or 2 hoists (not provided). 1 x GMT-LBUMPM12 1 x GMT-EXBARM12L for extended positive and negative bumper angles...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 47/90 IMPORTANT Maximum GEO M12 quantity for flown vertical cluster with GMT-LBUMPM12 is 12 (and eventually less). Please check NS-1 for mechanical Safety Working Load and acoustic computations. IMPORTANT Motor hoist must be rated to support entire cluster weight. Please check configuration in NS-1 for proper motor hoist rating Procedure GMT-LBUMPM12 can be flipped front and back depending if its connects to GEO M12 Right or Left.
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Page 48/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE If required, connect GMT-EXBARM12L to GMT-LBUMPM12 by inserting GMT-EXBARM12L clevis pins into GMT-LBUMPM12 “B” and “F” holes Insert shackle(s) in bumper or in extension in required hole(s) as indicated in NS1 design and secure shackle bolt(s);...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 49/90 IMPORTANT Ensure that bumper quick release pins are properly locked into GEO M12, and that all AutoRig and rear pins are locked Lift cluster to NS-1 defined rigging height, secure cluster horizontally to prevent it from rotating; Secure bumper with secondary safety steel.
Page 50/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 6.4.3 GEO M12 flown with Touring Bumper Required items 1 or 2 hoists (not provided). 1 x VNT-BUMPM12 1 x VNT-EXBARM12 for extended positive and negative bumper angles IMPORTANT Maximum GEO M12 quantity for flown vertical cluster with VNT-BUMPM12 is 12 (and eventually less).
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 51/90 IMPORTANT Motor hoist must be rated to support entire cluster weight. Please check configuration in NS-1 for proper motor hoist rating Procedure GEO M12 Left Position first GEO M12 so that Autorig is at the bottom Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the lower links so that connection points are double leg and release the latches.
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Page 52/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE If using 1 hoist on VNT-EXBARM12, holes are “A” to “T” If using 2 hoists on VNT-EXBARM12, connect these using extreme holes (“A” and “T”) VNT-BUMPM12 without extension bar can only be flown with 2 hoists from front and rear rigging points Connect hoist hook(s) to shackle(s) and lift assembly to sufficient height in order to connect a second GEO M12...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 53/90 Disassembly While holding GEO M12 to be dismounted, pull AutoRigTM on both sides and hold the side knob (AutoRigTM remains in the open position). Remove the rear quick release pin BL820 Unlock the GEO M12 link bar by pulling the latch. Remove GEO M12...
Page 54/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE 6.4.4 MSUB18 flown with Touring Bumper Required items 1 or 2 hoists (not provided). 1 x VNT-BUMPM12 1 x VNT-EXBARM12 to fly on a single rigging point IMPORTANT When flying MSUB18 cluster, VNT-BUMPM12 must be set at 0° If cluster is flown from 2 points, bumper must be maintained horizontal in its definitive position as well as when lifting or lowering the cluster If cluster is flown from a single point, extension bar must be used and hoist connected...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 55/90 Procedure Position first MSUB18 and unlock front and rear rigging points Pull the bumper front latches, rotate the lower links so that connection points are double leg and release the latches. Position bumper on top of first MSUB18 and lock front and rear points to the bumper with 2 BL820 quick release pins.
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Page 56/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Release first MSUB18 bottom connecting points latches and unlock second MSUB18 top front and rear rigging points Align both MSUB18s rigging points, lower second MSUB18 on first and lock them together Connect subsequent MSUB18 subwoofers by unlocking upper points and setting lower points in auto-lock mode.
GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 57/90 6.4.5 MSUB18 and GEO M12 flown with Touring Bumper...
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Page 58/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Required items 1 or 2 hoists (not provided). 2 x VNT-BUMPM12 1 x VNT-EXBARM12 for extended positive and negative bumper angles IMPORTANT When flying MSUB18 & GEO M12 cluster, VNT-BUMPM12 must be set at 0° If cluster is flown from 2 points, bumper must be maintained horizontal in its definitive position as well as when lifting or lowering the cluster If cluster is flown from a single point, extension bar must be used and hoist connected...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 59/90 If required, position VNT-EXBARM12 frontwards or rearwards into VNT-BUMPM12 slots and lock devices with the quick release pins 12x40 stored on VNT-BUMPM12. Insert shackle(s) in bumper or in extension bar in required hole(s), ie: If using 1 hoist on VNT-EXBARM12, it must be connected to hole “G”...
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Page 60/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Once all MSUB18 are off the ground, position second VNT-BUMPM12 below last MSUB18 Pull bottom bumper front latches, and rotate the upper links so that single leg, and release the latches Unlock last MSUB18 top front and rear rigging points Connect bottom bumper to last MSUB18 by locking front and rear rigging points GEO M12 Left Position first GEO M12 below bottom bumper so that Autorig...
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 61/90 Subsequent GEO M12s Lift assembly to sufficient height in order to connect a second GEO M12; Position second GEO M12 cabinet with AutoRig in automatic lock position, and lock front points to first GEO M12 Unlock GEO M12 link bar Pull the latch to engage the guide in GEO M12 rear slot.
Page 62/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Once last GEO M12 has been removed, unlock and remove bottom bumper Lower MSUB18s on the ground, unlock front and rear rigging points and lift cluster to remove bottom MSUB18. Repeat until last MSUB18 is removed Disassemble top bumper.
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GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Page 63/90 Connecting VNI-BUMPM12 to MSUB18-I Place the bumper on MSUB18-I, insert the axis and the washers (M8) and secure with the brake nuts (M8). Connecting VNI-BUMPM12 to GEO M12-I Place the bumper on GEO M12-I, insert the axis and the washers (M8) and secure with the brake nuts (M8).
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Page 64/90 GEO M12 HARDWARE SETUP PROCEDURE Subsequent MSUB18-I Remove the 4 corner plates (Tx30) Insert the axis across front and rear rigging points, insert safety clips and secure these by bending their legs Connect subsequent MSUB18-I as with second. Subsequent GEO M12-I Position second GEOM12-I.
On no account use solvent based cleaners, which may damage the finish of the cabinet After cleaning, the rigging system must be treated with a suitable lubricant to prevent rusting. NEXO recommends the use of Scottoil FS365 which is a water-based lubricant with a mixture of machine oil,...
YSTEM ALIGNMENT GUIDELINES The NEXO TD Controllers factory delay presets are optimised to provide the best possible crossover between the GEO M12 and MSUB18 systems. The reference point for this adjustment is the front of each cabinet. (This means that the internal delays needed to achieve a correct time alignment are set for cabinets standing next to each other with both fronts aligned).
By doing so, drivers are working perfectly together and providing the best efficiency possible. It is then up to the user to adjust the delay on the NEXO TD Controllers to match the physical path difference of the different systems. It is thus possible to get a well-adjusted system, even without measuring instruments.
Angle (in radians) =3.142 x Angle (in degrees)/180 Computer – Laptop or Desktop PC running Windows 8 with the current version of NEXO NS-1 installed. It is not possible to configure a GEO tangent array properly without using NS-1. Note that, when NS-1 designs are prepared prior to arrival at the venue, it is often necessary to modify or update the design to accommodate special circumstances.
DRAWING DESCRIPTION 18” Subwoofer Touring Version MSUB18 18’’ Subwoofer Installation Version MSUB18-I GEO M1210 12” - 10° Tangent Array Touring Version GEO M1210-I 12” - 10° Tangent Array Installation Version 12” - 20° Tangent Array Touring Version GEO M1220 12” - 20° Tangent Array Installation Version...
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Page 88/90 GEO M12 & MSUB18 MODULES & ACCESSORIES LIST REFERENCE DRAWING DESCRIPTION Lifting / stacking bumper for GEO M12 and VNT-BUMPM12 MSUB18 VNI-BUMPM12 Installation bumper for GEOM 12 and MSUB18 Extension Bar for VNT-BUMPM12 and VNI- VNT-EXBARM12 BUMPM12 VNT-GSTKM12L Long Stacking Extension for VNT-BUMPM12 VNT-GSTKM12S Short Stacking Extension for VNT-BUMPM12...
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GEO M12 & MSUB18 MODULES & ACCESSORIES LIST Page 89/90 GMT-2CASEM12 Flight Case for 2 x GEO M12 GMT-3CASEM12 Flight Case for 3 x GEO M12 Stacking Adapter MSUB18 – GEOM10 / VNT-LSTKM1018 MSUB15...
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