AC6 2-Way Full Range ADAPTive Column Loudspeaker
Product Information
The AC6 is a 2-Way Full Range ADAPTive Column loudspeaker. It
features Adaptive PerformanceTM which manages coverage and
directivity via ResolutionTM 2 software. The speaker is suitable
for outdoor installation when input/output weather protection
covers are used. It incorporates proven EAW acoustical design and
DSP, including FocusingTM and DynOTM, which provide a pristine
impulse response at all output levels. The AC6 also has integrated
DanteTM redundant networking, including Analog redundancy
capability, as well as on-board diagnostics and Adaptive Healing
which continuously monitor and correct performance in real
time.
Technologies
- Concentric Summation Array (CSA) TM: This method
seamlessly integrates MF and HF components within a single horn,
allowing multiple subsystems to sum coherently without interruption
to either HF or MF wavefronts. - Beamwidth Matched Crossovers: Introduced over a decade
ago, EAW Engineers use carefully-designed HF horns and crossovers
to eliminate polar irregularities through the crossover point. - FocusingTM: Utilizes advanced digital signal processing
to perfect the impulse response of the loudspeaker in the time
domain. This eliminates horn honk and splashiness, making the
loudspeaker sound like a studio monitor instead of a PA
speaker. - DynOTM: Dynamic Optimization actively tracks input
spectrum and power delivery, continually maximizing output and
fidelity at any drive level.
Technical Specifications
- Performance:
- Max SPL (Peak 1m), unadapted: 143dB
- Operating Range (-10dB): 2
- Nominal Beamwidth: C O N F I G U R AT I O N
- LF Transducer, Loading: 6 x 6 in cone, 1.7 in voice coil
vented (w/ CSA) - HF Transducer, Loading: 30 x 19mm dome tweeter, horn
loaded - Operating Mode: Amplifier Channels
- Signal Processing: DSP with EAW FocusingTM and Adaptive
PerformanceTM - ELECTRICAL:
- Input Type: Electronically Balanced
- Max Input Level: 25dBu
- Impedance: 20kOhm (balanced)
- Wiring: 2x XLRF, Pin 1 chassis, pin 2+, pin 3
- Dry Contact Interface Voltage: 5V nominal, 12V maximum
- Power Draw: 600W
- Input & Loop Type: Separate loop through & 6x pass
through pins - Amplifier Type: 600W
- Amplifier Max Output LF / HF (Peak): 600W
- Driver Protection: Input overide, preset recall, fault
status - AC Mains (nominal): Full, 1/3rd, 1/8th, Idle
Product Usage Instructions
To use the AC6 column loudspeaker, follow these steps:
- Ensure the speaker is installed in a suitable outdoor location
and that input/output weather protection covers are used. - Connect the AC6 to a compatible audio source using the provided
input connections. Make sure the wiring is correct. - Power on the AC6 by connecting it to a power source with the
appropriate AC mains voltage. - Adjust the input level using the Max Input Level control to
achieve the desired volume. - If necessary, use the DSP controls and settings on the AC6 to
further optimize the sound, such as using FocusingTM to improve the
impulse response or DynOTM to maximize output and fidelity. - Monitor the performance of the AC6 using the on-board
diagnostics and Adaptive Healing features. If any issues or faults
are detected, refer to the user manual for troubleshooting
steps.
Note: For more advanced usage and configuration options, refer
to the ResolutionTM 2 software user manual.
AC6
2-Way Full Range ADAPTive Column
Adaptive PerformanceTM manages coverage and directivity via ResolutionTM 2 software
Suitable for outdoor installation when input/output weather protection covers are used
Proven EAW acoustical design and DSP including FocusingTM and DynOTM provides a pristine impulse response at all output levels.
Integrated DanteTM redundant networking including Analog redundancy capability.
On-board diagnostics and Adaptive Healing continuously monitor and correct performance in real time
OVERVIEW
AC6 brings the highly sought-after ADAPTive tool kit to a column loudspeaker. In the same fashion as Anya and Anna speaker enclosures, AC6 offers all of the benefits of ADAPTive performance in a pillar enclosure.
AC6’s 120° horizontal dispersion further extends the capabilities of ADAPTive Systems offering a dramatically smaller product in the ADAPTive family. An infinite amount columns of AC can be flown as mains in a wide variety of applications or integrate AC with the larger Anya and Anna modules within the same venue for endless coverage possibilities.
TECHNOLOGIES
ADAPTive PerformanceTM Adaptive Performance integrates nearly every aspect of a loudspeaker mechanical, electrical and acoustical design to one end: ideal three-dimensional coverage of every venue, every time.
Concentric Summation Array (CSA) TM A method of seamlessly integrating MF and HF components within a single horn. With CSA, multiple subsystems sum coherently, without interruption to either HF or MF wavefronts.
Beamwidth Matched Crossovers Introduced over a decade ago for our MK series loudspeakers, EAW Engineers use carefully-designed HF horns and crossovers to eliminate polar irregularities through the crossover point.
FocusingTM Use of advanced digital signal processing to perfect the impulse response of a loudspeaker in the time domain. Eliminating horn “honk” and splashiness, this makes the loudspeaker sound like a studio monitor instead of a “PA” speaker.
DynOTM Dynamic Optimization actively tracks input spectrum and power delivery, continually wicked maximizing output and fidelity at any drive level.
One Main Street | Whitinsville, MA 01588 | Tel 800 992 5013 / 508 234 6158 | www.eaw.com
EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. ©2019 Eastern Acoustics Works
AC6
PHYSICAL Color Material Dimensions (H×W×D)* Net Weight* Shipping Weight*
Black or White
Aluminum Housing with Stainless Steel Grille 38.7 x 9.4 x 10.4in (983 x 239 x 264mm)
70lbs (32kg)
85lbs (36kg)
ORDERING DATA Part Numbers: AC6 Accessories EAW AC6 WALL BRACKET BLACK EAW AC6 WALL BRACKET WHITE EAW AC6 FLUSH MOUNT BRACKET EAW AC6 FLUSH MOUNT BRACKET EAW AC6 CONNECTING PLATES EAW AC6 SUBWOOFER STACK EAW AC6 STINGER KIT EAW AC6 MOHAWK KIT EAW AC6 POLE CUP KIT EAW AC6 2X HANDLE KIT
Black 2070185-90
2071359-90 2071372-90 2071383-90 2071637-90 2072137-90 2072137-90 2072166-90 2072165-90 2072034-90 2072046-90
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2-WAY FULL RANGE ADAPTIVE COLUMN
PERFORMANCE Max SPL (Peak 1m), unadapted1 Operating Range2 (-10db) Nominal Beamwidth3 C O N F I G U R AT I O N
LF Transducer, Loading
HF Transducer, Loading
Operating Mode Amplifier Channels Signal Processing ELECTRICAL Input Type Max Input Level Impedance
Wiring
Dry Contact Interface Voltage Power Draw Input & Loop Type Amplifier Type Amplifier Max Output LF / HF (Peak) Driver Protection
AC Mains (nominal)
143dB
65Hz 20kHz 120 ° Horizontal x Adaptive Vertical
6 x 6 in cone, 1.7 in voice coil vented (w/ CSA)
30 x 19mm dome tweeter, horn loaded
6 x LF, 30 x HF
DSP with EAW FocusingTM and Adaptive PerformanceTM
Electronically Balanced 25dBu
20kOhm (balanced) 2x XLRF, Pin 1 chassis, pin 2+, pin 32x Separate Loop through XLRM (for analog signal only) Input overide, preset recall, fault status Separate loop through & 6x pass through pins
5V nominal, 12V maximum 600W
Analog/AES/Dante® Class D
6 x 150W LF 30 x 75W HF Integral DSP Limiting Connector Neutrik PowerCON® True1 Top Input 100V to 240V Frequency 50Hz to 60Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION
Full
600W
1/3rd
1/8th
Idle
1 Calculated max SPL at 1m with 4:1 (12dB) crest factor pink noise. Specified as whole space (free field) for full range loudspeakers, half space for subwoofers.
2 Operating Range: Range where the processed Frequency Response stays within -10 dB SPL of the power averaged SPL within this range; measured on the geometric axis. Narrow band dips are excepted.
3 Nominal Beamwidth: Design angle for the -6 dB SPL points, referenced to 0 dB SPL as the highest level.
2
Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 | www.eaw.com
AC6
SIGNAL DIAGRAM
3
Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 | www.eaw.com
AC6
4
Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158 | www.eaw.com
AC6
Phase Linearity
PERFORMANCE GRAPHS
Beamwidth (Unadapted)1 =Horizontal =Vertical
Frequency Response2 =LF Processed =HF Processed =Overall Processed
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50 10
100
1000
10000
1 Average angle for each 1/3 octave frequency band where, starting from the rear of the loudspeaker, the output first reaches -6 dB SPL referenced to 0 dB SPL as the highest level. This method means the output may drop below -6 dB SPL within the beamwidth angle.
2 Variation in acoustic output level with frequency for a constant input signal. Processed: normalized to 0 dB SPL. Unprocessed inputs: 2 V (4 ohm nominal impedance), 2.83 V (8ohm nominal impedance), or 4 V (16 ohm nominal impedance) referenced to a distance of 1 m.
One Main Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Tel 800 992 5013 / +1 508 234 6158
5
www.eaw.com
EAW: Eastern Acoustic Works | High-performance, professional loudspeaker system design and manufacturer
