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 CONTENTS

Introduction.......................................................................................................................3

Features..........................................................................................................................3

Precautions........................................................................................................................4

Maintenance........................................................................................................5

P450/550 Passive Version.....................................................................................5

PA450 / 550 Active Version...................................................................................6

Application......................................................................................................................7

Installation.....................................................................................................................10

Dimensions......................................................................................................................11

Block diagram.........................................................................................................12

Specifications......................................................................................................14

Suggested Readings...........................................................................................15

Phonic reserves the right to improve or alter any information supplied within this document without prior
notice. V1.2 2003/04/17

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 INTRODUCTION / FEATURES

INTRODUCTION • 3-input mixer, 2-band EQ and link out

• Maximum sound pressure level: 121 dB
Thank you for purchasing the Phonic’ S P450/550 SPL @ 1M
and PA450/550 sound reinforcement molded • Electronic Time Correction, Phase
loudspeaker. The development of these Alignment, & Equalization
non-powered and powered bi-amplified speaker
system is a natural extension of Phonic’ S
extensive experience and knowledge of P550 and PA550
professional audio equipments. These speakers • Frequency response: 40Hz ~ 20KHz
truthfully reproduce sound for a wide range of • 15" long-throw low frequency transducer
applications. Please take some time to go through • High SPL Output/Low Distortion
this manual for best performance as well as • Multi-cell high-dispersion horn with ultra-
longest possible operation life from your wide audience coverage (90ox45o)
P450/550 and PA450/550. And remember to
• Precision titanium compression driver
keep it safely for future reference.
• Ergonomic handles for easy transport
• Stackable, stand mountable and arrayable
• Reclines for use as a stage monitor
• Tough, impact-resistant, lightweight molded
FEATURES
enclosure
P550
P450 and PA450 • 300 watts (RMS) / 600 watts (program) power
• Frequency response: 50Hz ~ 20KHz handling
• 12" long-throw low frequency transducer • High sound pressure level, 98dB SPL @ 1W/
• High SPL Output/Low Distortion 1M
• Multi-cell high-dispersion horn with ultra- • Speakon and 1/4" jack connectors included
wide audience coverage (90ox45o) PA550
• Precision titanium compression driver • 400 watts RMS (300W LF/100W HF)
delivered to the internal transducers
• Ergonomic handles for easy transport
• Built-in precision 24dB/oct. Linkwitz-Riley
• Stackable, stand mountable and arrayable
electronic crossover
• Reclines for use as a stage monitor
• Maximum sound pressure level: 124 dB SPL
• Tough, impact-resistant, lightweight molded
@ 1M
enclosure
• 3-input mixer, 2-band EQ and link out
P450
• Electronic Time Correction, Phase
• 250 watts (RMS) / 500 watts (program) power
Alignment, & Equalization
handling
• High sound pressure level, 96dB SPL @ 1W/
1M
• Speakon and 1/4" jack connectors included
PA450
• 330 watts RMS (250W LF/80W HF)
delivered to the internal transducers
• Built-in precision 24dB/oct. Linkwitz-Riley
electronic crossover

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 PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS Always lower the volume control to the minimum

level before turning power on. A sudden blast of
sound may cause hearing discomfort.
Place the system near a power outlet so you can
easily plug it in. When rack-mounting the unit, allow enough free
space around the unit for normal ventilation.
Connect the included power cord only to an AC
outlet of the type stated in this manual or printed on For normal ventilation during operation, remove the
the system. rear of the rack or open a ventilation hole. If the
airflow is not adequate, the unit will heat up inside
Hold the power cord plug when disconnecting it from
and may cause fire.
an AC outlet. Never pull the cord in case you
damage it. If you stack the speakers, secure the handles of the
speakers by using a belt and fix the speakers to the
Do not scratch, bend, twist, pull, or heat the power
floor or wall to prevent them from falling and causing
cord. Do not place heavy objects, including this
injury. Without safety protection in advance, do not
unit, on top of the power cord. Be careful not to
stack more than two speakers.
place heavy objects on a power cord covered by a
carpet, either. A damaged power cord can easily Do not use the handles to suspend the speaker; it
cause fire or electrical shock hazard. may otherwise fall and cause injury.

If the power cord is damaged (i.e., cut or a bare wire XLR-type connectors are wired as follows:
is exposed), ask the local dealer for a replacement. pin 1=ground, pin 2=hot(+), and pin 3=cold(-).
Using the unit with a damaged power cord can easily
cause fire or electrical shock hazard. Using a mobile telephone near this unit may induce
noise. If noise occurs, take the telephone away from
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Doing the unit.
so may lead to potential electrical shock hazard.
Do not use the speaker at uncomfortably loud level
Should this unit be dropped or the cabinet be that may cause hearing discomfort.
damaged, turn the power switch off immediately.
Then remove the power plug from the AC outlet, and Do not allow water to spill into this system or allow
contact the local dealer. If you ignore it and the unit to become wet, which may result in
continue to use the unit without following this electrical shock.
instruction, fire or electrical shock is a very likely
result. Do not place a container with liquid or small metal
objects on top of this system. Liquid or metal
If you smell anything, or notice any abnormality, objects inside this system are could easily cause
such as smoke, odor, or noise, or if a foreign object fire or electrical shock hazard.
or liquid gets inside the unit, turn it off immediately.
Remove the power cord from the ACoutlet. Consult Do not remove the unit’ s cover. You would likely
your dealer for repair. Using the unit in this receive an electrical shock. If internal inspection,
condition could easily cause fire or electrical shock maintenance, or repair is necessary, please refer to
hazard. your dealer.

Do not modify the unit under any circumstance.

Turn off all audio equipment and speakers when
Doing so can easily cause fire or electrical shock
connecting to this unit. Use the correct connecting
hazard.
cables and connect as specified.

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 MAINTENANCE / P450/550 PASSIVE VERSION

MAINTENANCE P450 / 550

These speakers are high quality units made P450/P550 speaker accepts either 4-pin speakon
especially according to Phonic specification. connector or 1/4" phone jack, and are always parallel
Overpowering the unit or overheating it because of connected. Only Pin 1+ and Pin 1- are used in the
improper system arrangement could harm the unit. speakon connector, and wired as follow: Pin1+ for
For longest possible operating life, it is “ +” and Pin1- for “ -” .
recommended that there is at least a few inches Please see the following illustration for connection.
away from the wall when you place the active version
speaker against it. Please also avoid exposing the
speaker to moisture or extreme cold weather
condition. Do not put the speaker anywhere near
water--swimming pool, swamp, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, bathtub, or a wet basement. Use a damp cloth
to clean the cabinets.
Replacement diaphragms and re-cone kit can be aaaaa
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ordered from local dealers. Please contact your
Phonic dealer when they are needed. Only identical
parts should be used for replacement. Phonic takes
no responsibility for improper repair, replacement,
or any other services conducted by unqualified
technician.

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 PA450/550 ACTIVE VERSION

also provided for connecting to another PA550/450

or speaker system as chain arraying.

4. POWER INDICATOR

This red LED indicator light up whenever the power

in being turned on.

5. EQ OCNTROL

High frequency level control provides a boost or cut

of 6dB for tweeter output. Low frequency level
control provides a boost or cut of 12dB for woofer
output. Turn the control clockwise to boost the level,
counter-clockwise to cut it.

6. MASTER LEVEL CONTROL

This control enables you to adjust the total volume

level.

7. POWER SWITCH AND AC IN CONNECTOR

Connect the included power cord into the connector

before pressing on the switch to turn on the system.
Both LED indicators in the back and in the front will
light up.

PA450 / 550

1. INPUT 1

A balanced XLR connector for microphone, and a

balanced 1/4" phone jack for line input source pro-
vide flexible connection for different kinds of input
sources. A level control adjusts the final level of the
input from INPUT 1.

2. INPUT 2

INPUT 2 comes with one balanced XLR connector

for microphone input. There is a built-in low cut
filter in the signal path of INPUT 2 for eliminating
stage rombling. A level control adjusts the final level
of the input from INPUT 2.

3. INPUT 3
8. POWER /OVERLOAD INDICATOR
INPUT 3 comes with one 1/4" phone jack for line This bi-color indicator at the right-hand side of front
source. A level control adjusts the final level of the panel light up in green when power is being turned
input from INPUT 3. One link out XLR connector is on, in red when overload happens.

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 APPLICATION-P450 / P550

STEREO SETUP

STERO SETUP WITH ONE ACTIVE SUBWOOFER

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 APPLICATION-PA450 / PA550

DAISY CHAINING

STEREO SETUP

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 APPLICATION-PA450 / PA550

SPEECH ( Without external mixer)

Speaker can be stand mounted with

PHONIC S2 speaker stand(optional)

• Place it on a level, non-slippery, sturdy

surface.
• Spread the legs of the stand to the
maximum extent.
• Be sure to fix the stand so that it will not
fall. ( For example, you could place a
sand bag on the tripod legs to add
weight for stability )
35MM

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 INSTALLATION

CEILING SUSPENDING WITH M10 EYE BOLTS

M10 EYE BOLT

M6 EYE BOLT

Speaker can be set a desired angle by

using M6 eye bolt.

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 DIMENSIONS

DIMENSIONS
P450 / PA450

P550 / PA550

Dimensions are showen in mm / inches.

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 BLOCK DIAGRAM

BLOCK DIAGRAM-P450/550

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 BLOCK DIAGRAM

BLOCK DIAGRAM-PA450/550

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 SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

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 SUGGESTED READINGS

SUGGESTED READINGS
Phonic recommends the following books for those
who are interested in advanced audio engineering
and sound system operation:
• Sound System Engineering by Don and
Carolyn Davis, Focal Press, ISBN: 0-240-
80305-1
• Sound Reinforcement Handbook by Gary D.
Davis, Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation,
ISBN: 0-88188-900-8
• Audio System Design and Installation by
Philip Giddings, Focal Press, ISBN: 0-240-
80286-1
• Practical Recording Techniques by Bruce
and Jenny Bartlett, Focal Press, ISBN: 0-240-
80306-X
• Modern Recording Techniques by Huber &
Runstein, Focal Press, ISBN: 0-240-80308-6
• Sound Advice “The Musician’s Guide to the
Recording Studio by Wayne Wadham,
Schirmer Books, ISBN: 0-02-872694-4
• Professional Microphone Techniques by
David Mills Huber, Philip Williams. Hal
Leonard Publishing Corporation, ISBN: 0-
87288-685-9
• Anatomy of a Home Studio: How Everything
Really Works, from Microphones to Midi by
Scott Wilkinson, Steve Oppenheimer, Mark
Isham. Mix Books, ISBN: 091837121X
• Live Sound Reinforcement: A
Comprehensive Guide to P.A. and Music
Reinforcement Systems and Technology by
Scott Hunter Stark. Mix Books, ISBN:
0918371074
• Audiopro Home Recording Course Vol 1: A
Comprehensive Multimedia Audio
Recording Text by Bill Gibson. Mix Books,
ISBN: 0918371104
• Audiopro Home Recording Course Vol. 2: A
Comprehensive Multimedia Audio
Recording Text by Bill Gibson. Mix Books,
ISBN: 0918371201

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