rcf stadia solutions

RCF STADIA SOLUTIONS
THE SOUND OF THE FUTURE IS BASED ON SOLID ROOTS
RCF was founded in 1949 in Reggio Emilia, an Italian city with a long-standing reputation for engineering and innovation,
along with a rich cultural heritage. Over the years the company has established itself as a world leader in the design,
production and marketing of high-technology Professional and Commercial Audio products.
Throughout its history RCF has continued to expand and diversify, and now is able to satisfy every sound and music
reproduction need – from single systems to large-scale, complex projects including stadia, gymnasia, sports arena and
much more.
For more than 60 years RCF’s main administrative, R&D and production facilities have been in Reggio Emilia, where the
company has a workforce with a diverse range of skills, that is united by a passion for sound, willingness to innovate and
commitment to quality and performance.
The product portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the marketplace today, offering true integrated audio solutions.
RCF is able to meet all Pro Audio contractors requirements for fixed installations such as major sporting stadia, theatres,
restaurants, live venues, dance clubs, theme parks, airports, hotels, railway stations, shopping malls, auditoriums, congress
centers and so on.
From architectural design and industry standard monitor speakers to digital steerable arrays, from the compact near
and medium-field two-way systems to the large-format horn-loaded arrayable systems for stadia and long-throw sound
reinforcement applications, all RCF speaker systems designed for fixed installations offer dedicated controlled horn
directivity. RCF wooden cabinets feature internal steel reinforcement brackets that are dimensioned according to the most
severe safety standards, for the maximum safety with no compromises.
Moreover, RCF is one of the few loudspeaker manufacturers in the world that produces transducers, speaker systems, and
amplification and control electronics completely in-house.
Our 60 years’ heritage in audio research and development, combined with the latest manufacturing processes and high
quality materials, gives us the opportunity to create a complete range of systems that meet today’s highest standards,
both individually and combined.
INDEX
ENGINEERING SUPPORT GROUP
4
TT+ STADIA PRODUCTS6
H SERIES12
P SERIES18
PROFESSIONAL AMPLIFIERS
20
EN54 CERTIFIED 22
CASE STUDIES24
REFERENCE LIST 35
ENGINEERING SUPPORT GROUP
We know how to amplify the game
SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT
It is hard work
perseverance
learning
and passion
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CUSTOMIZATION WITHOUT BOUNDARIES
In RCF, the Engineering Support Group works side by side with the R&D Department and creates tailor-made equipment based on the client’s real needs
– be it, for instance, high-performance signal processing, unusual equalisations, ultra-resistant mechanics or lightweight cabinet.
We are not just suppliers of standard products, but rather a team of highly skilled engineers that develop personalized audio solutions without boundaries.
Each project has a nature on its own.
THE ENGINEERING SUPPORT GROUP CAN PRODUCE
DESIGN PROPOSAL
based on supplied venue details, including environmental acoustic
simulation, products list, bloc diagram, and speakers coverage mapping.
DESIGN VALIDATION
based on the design submitted by the client, providing guidance on the
proper selection and placement of RCF products.
DESIGN OF ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS
based on existing specs, providing advice and improved system
configurations based upon RCF products.
ACOUSTICAL CONSULTANCY
for the definition of the project’s specifications in cooperation with
architects and contractors.
ON SITE
system start-up and commissioning. RCF provides already wired racks on
request, completed with connection diagrams and operation manuals.
AUDIO ACADEMY TRAINING ACTIVITIES
included in our world-wide educational program, or customized
according to the client’s requirements.
RCF has always been committed to providing complete support to its customers, helping them choose the most suitable solutions for their projects, and
instructing them on how to install the products in the correct way to achieve the best performances.
This support activity is crucial to RCF’s continual success and we keep on investing in this department by expanding our engineering team of product
specialists and providing ourselves with the latest equipments and software technologies.
The direct involvement in particularly complex projects around the world is continually raising the
know-how, experience and reputation of our team of specialists that is considered one of the
best Engineering Support Group in our industry.
A system design must always be carried out considering the acoustics of the environment, the
architectural and installation constraints, the maintenance costs and, on top of everything,
the user’s requirements. The extensive and complete range of RCF products enables the Engineering
Support Group to submit multiple design solutions optimized and tailored according to cost and
performance requirements.
ESG members are also involved in educational and training activities where they can exchange
information and opinion with consultants and contractors participating in the RCF Audio Academy
program, an extensive range of courses and workshops on several subjects organized
worldwide by RCF engineers.
THE ESG COVERS ALL MARKET
APPLICATIONS SUCH AS:
- Stadia, sports arenas
- Theatres, auditoriums
- Concerts, live events
- Airport, railway stations
- Cruise ships
- Malls, shopping centers
- Hospitals, schools, public buildings
- Restaurants, shops, offices
- Places of worship
- Congress centers, meeting rooms
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TT+ STADIA PRODUCTS
FROM THE FINEST LIVE SOUND SOLUTIONS TO TOP-OF-THE-RANGE PRODUCTS FOR STADIA
TT+ Series are RCF’s well-know first-class loudspeakers, designed for large-scale live sound applications. These excellent audio systems are adapted for outdoor
environments, and sports arenas in particular, with the name of TT+ Stadia Series.
However, each project we develop is unique. TT+ Stadia active and passive models are only the starting point for creating tailor-made solutions for demanding
environments. RCF’s Engineering Support Group and R&D Department contribute to building a sound culture in continuous evolution, with more than 60 years of
experience and a widely recognized know-how.
RCF’s experience in serving stadia and sports arenas dates back to the Fifties, with the very first models of horn speakers made in Italy. With such a long-lasting
history and a characterizing bond of technology and craftsmanship, there is no wonder that RCF has focused on developing customized solutions for large-size
international sport facilities.
A first significant milestone was the adaptation of the H Series loudspeakers to withstand high sound pressure levels in large outdoor environments
and the launch of 4 two-way arrays expressly designed for stadia systems – HL 2240, HL 2260, HL 2290, and HL 2200. The H Series soon gained some prominent
references, such as the new Juventus Stadium in Italy. A second important milestone was the birth of the P Series, a whole range of weatherproof, ultraresistant loudspeakers that satisfy the needs of stadia requiring particularly compact audio systems. The turning point was then the creation and evolution of the
TT+ Touring and Theatre Series.
RCF originated the TT+ Series around ten years ago, with the first TTL33-A line array. Since then it has expanded the series with several superior loudspeakers,
such as, among others, the TEC award nominee TTL55-A or the 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards winner TTL33-A . The TT+ Series, consisting of true active
and passive models, was conceived to provide excellent audio solutions for big live concerts, sports arenas, concert halls, houses of worship and highly
demanding, large-scale live sound applications in general. It is the preferred choice of many international artists for reinforcing their live performances.
TT+ solutions were designed to meet the most challenging market needs in terms of avant-garde transducers, high SPL, superior intelligibility, well
defined pattern control, very good feedback stability, and many other features. Because of their excellent quality, in recent years TT+ products have been
the right starting point for creating the finest personalized audio solutions for stadia as prestigious as Signal Iduna Park in Germany or Baku Olympic Stadium,
just to cite a few.
RCF’s “TT+ Stadia” series loudspeaker feature a totally
weatherproof cabinet, thanks to an accurate treatment of Baltich birch.
Screws and other mechanical components are made of stainless steel, in
order to guarantee maximum resistance against wear and tear. Transducers,
amplifiers and DSP boards are also treated against humidity and rain.
Finally, all active loudspeakers can be remotely controlled through the
RDNet software.
Our TT+ Stadia solutions are adapted according
to the client’s specific requirements – there is
virtually no limit to customization. Clients can
require any sort of personalization, from specific
types of equalisation to superior signal processing,
as well as a tailor-made design that better suits
their tastes and needs.
SYSTEM
Freq. Response -10 dB:
PASSIVE LINE ARRAY
PASSIVE LINE ARRAY
55 Hz ÷ 20 kHz
143 dB
133 dB
Horiz. coverage angle:
90°
100°
Vertical coverage angle:
7°
15°
LF 100dB, MID 108dB, HF 113dB
LF 100dB, MID/HF 103dB
8 ohm
8 ohm
LF 1600W, MID 800W, HF 300W
LF 600W, MID/HF 400W
Peak Power Handling:
LF 6400W, MID 3200W, HF 1200W
LF 2400W, MID/HF 1600W
Recommended Amp.:
LF 3200W, MID 1600W, HF 600W
LF 1200W, HF/MF 800W
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Active MOSFET on
compression driver
LF/MID 300 Hz, MID/HF 1600 Hz
500 Hz
Max SPL @ 1m:
Nominal Impedance:
Power Handling:
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TTL33 WP
50 Hz ÷ 20 kHz
System Sensitivity:
All active loudspeakers can be fully controlled
and checked through the RDNet software,
allowing total monitoring of all the system’s
parameter and automatic scanning of all
units with great precision and reliability. Managing
single cabinets or groups of cabinets is easy thanks
to the RDNet GUI software.
TTL55 WP
Protections:
Crossover frequencies:
TT+ STADIA
GRILLE WITH DOUBLE PAINTING,
FOAM AND RAIN SLIM COVER
The grille’s double painting, foam and
cover provide extra care against the
rain.
POLYUREA PAINTING INSIDE AND
OUTSIDE
The use of polyurea coating for the
cabinet helps avoiding bumps and
scratches, thus reducing maintenance costs.
IP 67 CONNECTORS
INOX STEEL SCREWS & MECHANICS
WITH PROTECTIVE FILM
TT+ Stadia connectors have an IP rate
of 67, indicating a total protection
against dust and liquids.
All screws are made of stainless steel.
The surface is covered by a protective film, for a strong protection
against rust, bad weather and
scratching.
TTL31 WP
TTL12S WP
TT22 WP
TTS28 WP
PASSIVE LINE ARRAY
PASSIVE SUBWOOFER
PASSIVE TWO WAY SPEAKER
PASSIVE SUBWOOFER
60 Hz ÷ 20 kHz
55 Hz ÷ 200 Hz
50 Hz ÷ 20 kHz
30 Hz ÷ 110 Hz
128 dB
124 dB
131 dB
139 dB
100°
-
90°
-
15°
-
40°
-
100 dB
94 dB
98 dB
100 dB
8 ohm
8 ohm
8 ohm
4 ohm
300 W
700 W
800 W
2000 W
1200 W
2800 W
3200 W
8000 W
600 W
1400 W
1600 W
3000 W
Active MOSFET on
compression driver
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Active MOSFET
on compression driver
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1300 Hz
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RDNet 2.2
SOFTWARE
RDNet software enables the remote control and management of professional speakers
and audio objects / devices. Each single device, with its own built-in communication
board, micro-controller and DSP, is an active part of the system’s brain, able to store
presets, receive commands and continuously send status information.
RDNet 2.2 is the outcome of many years of research and development aimed at making
the management of complex audio systems simple and intuitive. Entirely designed and
developed by RCF engineering team, it encompasses several new functions as well as
multiple improvements and adjustments.
RDNet 2.2 includes its control software, all supported devices with new firmware
updates and Control 2 / Control 8 devices.
AUTOMATICALLY SCANNING
The RDNet monitoring system (Control 8 or Control 2) checks and
manages all linked devices with extreme precision.
This feature allows to re-create on a computer a virtual
version of the installation, completely equivalent to the
physical system. Each icon represents a real device. Thanks to a
simple interaction it is easy to monitor the system, and to make
changes and adjustments to use the device at its best.
The corresponding icon allows to set each device’s mode to
MUTE or SOLO, verify the presence of a breakdown, control the
presence of the input signal and the compressors’ state.
OBJECT WINDOW
The details window offers an
extensive overview on
each device, with information
about the level applied to each
power amplifier, their correct
functioning, and the applied
gain reduction, in order to
protect
each
transducer
and guarantee the best
performance.
The details window also
allows to activate specific
set-ups recalling several
presets
or
applying
the adequate filtering
thanks to an equalizer.
It is possible to manage
time and gain alignments
through up to 8 parametric
filters and HI or LOW cut.
Moreover, a collective control
of several objects is viable
through the contemporary
management of MUTE,
SOLO and equalization.
Included in the details are
some typical data for remote
systems, such as fan speed,
temperature, feeding tension,
inclination angle (typically for
line array systems).
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SIGNAL LEVEL & DELAY SETTING
EQUALIZER DISPLAY
SELECTABLE EQ FUNCTIONS
Setting of signal level
attenuation (value: from 0 to
-20 dB).
Signal delay setting (value
in metres or milliseconds).
A graphical display of your
different EQ settings
Settings of EQ types, Flatten,
Disable & Inverted PH buttons.
Also Save and Send options.
The Save function sends and
stores the equalization to the
selected speaker. The Send
function sends (without
storing) the equalization to the
selected loudspeaker.
INSTALLATIONS: MULTIPLE IMPROVEMENTS FOR A WIDE
RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
ENHANCED SAFETY AND FULL CONTROL
AT VERY LONG DISTANCES
1. New bypass override flag management. The Bypass Override function,
hidden for touring or live applications, is easily activated for installations.
The management of the device has been totally renewed.
2. The Ethernet port can now be selected for connection.
3. Multiple concurrent Control 8 interfaces managed to create larger
systems.
4. New monitoring features have been added added for safety and
evacuation systems.
1. Completely redesigned Offline and Online operating mode for a safe
system administration.
2. Revised mute management logic rules.
3. Logic ID support for a “Faulty device tolerant” network operation.
4. New Control 8 firmware release. With this release the objects’
registration is improved, with a significantly higher reliability if compared
to previous releases. Objects’ registration is remarkably faster and safer
thanks to the implementation of separated threads for each sub-network.
TOTALLY NEW FEATURES
EASY TO START, INCREDIBILY POWERFUL
WHEN EXPANDED
1. Support to the last generation of speakers, always up to date with
issues revised monthly.
2. Elliptic, Bessel and Linkwitz Riley filter types in user EQ.
3. Gain range in user equalisation improved, now it goes from -90 dB
to +10 dB.
4. Phase curve added to equalisation curve. Visualisation enabled/
disabled by a specific button.
5. New Auto Test function.
6. Black skin, settled as start software skin.
1. Easier system registration and start up.
2. Added multi-controller support: up to 20 concurrent Control 8
interfaces allowed to get up to 160 RDNet ports.
SOFTWARE UPGRADES FOR
BETTER PERFORMANCES
TOURING APPLICATIONS: OFF-LINE EDITING AND
SELF-RECOGNITION FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCES
Major firmware updates have been developed on several speakers to
offer:
1. Improved impulse and phase response
2. Advanced bass response alignment
3. Innovative dynamics processing algorithms
4. Improved noise floor
5. Increased SPL output on specific speakers models
1. Totally redesigned editing support for off-line system design.
2. Logic ID introduced. Changes of the physical layout do not interfere
with the real time system operation.
3. Faster “multicast” commands introduced for better control of large
systems.
4. Concert mode password added.
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TTL55-A WP STADIA
ACTIVE THREE-WAY LINE ARRAY MODULE
The TTL55-A WP Stadia is a high power, three-way, active line array module
engineered to deliver an incredible output for use in outdoor large spaces.
The three new designs for the six neodymium transducers powering the system
result from a long-lasting research in pioneering new solutions using the best
materials available on the market.
The mechanical suspension and orientation system are made of high-quality
steel. The suspension system is directly connected to the aluminum sides of the
cabinet and is particularly precise and easy to use.
ON BOARD
The TTL55-A WP STADIA amplifier represents a state-of-the-art execution of a DSP controlled multi-way digital
amplification. The analog input board offers xlr input and output link, cluster size control switches, high frequencies
correction switches, pre-loaded equalizations and by-pass switch.
Maximum output per size on the market
3500 W, four-way digital amplification
2 x 12” high power neodymium woofers, 4” v. c.
10” neodymium midrange, 3.5” v. c.
3 x 1.5” neodymium compression drivers, 2.5” v. c.
High quality analog input board
96 kHz, 32-bit DSP processing
RDNet ON BOARD
Tour grade Baltic birch cabinet and mechanics
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MECHANICAL ADAPTATION
RCF developed a special frame for TTL55-A WP STADIA line arrays that
are going to be flown parallel to the ground. We also added metal
backbones, and internal supports were added for additional safety and
strenght of the cabinet.
The grille features a multi-layer coating for additional protection, as well
as a rain slim cover and an anti-dust protective foam.
TTL33-A WP STADIA
ACTIVE THREE-WAY LINE ARRAY MODULE
The TTL33-A WP STADIA is a full range, ultra-compact, wide dispersion line
array module that sets a new standard in the TT+ Stadia sound reinforcement,
offering substantial power and efficiency for a variety of professional outdoor
applications, including stadia, sports arenas, concert halls and other fixed venue
installations.
Loudspeakers are strenghtened with a special waterproof film and a multi-layer
coating on the grille, that is highly resistant to humidity, but transparent to
sound.
ON BOARD
The weatherproofing treatment includes an external
and internal polyurea finish on all mechanics. The
mounting hardware and frame is made of stainless
steel, whereas the external grille features a multi-layer
coating and protective foam.
Effective 750W switching power supply
6 high-power neodymium transducers
Weatherproof touring-grade Baltic birch cabinet
Front-grille designed for outdoor applications
Transducers are
protected with an antihygroscopic resin.
The RDNet protocol allows an easy monitoring of all the system’s
parameters from the input status of each single amplifier.
Thanks to an integrated DSP board on each unit, it is possible to
address a single cabinet’s or a whole group’s specific presets via
the RDNet GUI software, and to modify parameters such as gain,
equalisation and delay.
IP 67 connectors
Lightweight anti-hygroscopic resin on transducers
Amplifier, DSP and connections protected against humidity
Safe rigging and hanging
Real-time monitoring and control exceeding EN60849 requirements
RDNet compatible
DIGITAL PROCESSING
The integrated digital processor is based on a state-of-the-art 32-bit floating-point DSP running at
96 kHz sampling rate. The calculation capacity largely exceeds the processing needs and the DSP
is never pushed to the limit. It includes crossover and equalisation of the transducers, limiter and
several system presets (high pass, air absorption and cluster size corrections).
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H SERIES
THREE-WAY SPEAKERS AND HORN LOADED ARRAY SYSTEMS
The RCF H Series is designed to provide high sensitivity, high output and directivity as required for larger scale installations.
Horn-loaded array systems can be easily converted from vertical installation mode to space saving horizontal placement. All speakers are equipped with RCF
Precision Transducers and latest horn technology.
The RCF H Series cabinets are constructed using the highest quality Baltic birch plywood and finished with an extremely resistant epoxy paint. The cabinets have a
multi-trapezoid shape that helps double coupling array configurations. Extensive fly-ware positions are provided for ease of installation.
SUPERIOR INTELLIGIBILITY
OVER DISTANCE
Thanks to its large format compression driver
on a waveguide, HL20 WP offers superior
intelligibility over distance.
SYMMETRICAL DESIGN
Due to its symmetrical design, HL20 WP produces
constant coverage without break or attenuation.
SYSTEM
An example of RCF full
customization: our team created
on purpose a special cluster flybar
for 2 units of H1315 WP in the
Juventus stadium.
HL20 WP
H1312 WP
H1315 WP
TWO WAY SYSTEM
THREE WAY SYSTEM
THREE WAY SYSTEM
FREQ. RANGE (-10 dB):
55 Hz - 20 kHz
50 Hz - 20 kHz
60 Hz - 20 kHz
FREQ. RANGE (-3 dB):
60 Hz - 20 kHz
65 Hz - 20 kHz
75 Hz - 20 kHz
100°
60°
90°
15°
40°
60°
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12
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HORIZ. COVERAGE ANGLE (-6 dB):
VERTICAL COVERAGE ANGLE (-6 dB):
DIRECTIVITY FACTOR; Q:
SYSTEM SENSITIVITY:
RATED MAXIMUM SPL:
102dB 1W@ 1m LF 100 dB , HF/MF 108 1W @ 1m LF 98 dB , HF/MF 106 1W @ 1m
135 dB, @ 1m
136 dB, @ 1m
134 dB, @ 1m
116 Ohm, Biamp
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
SYSTEM INPUT POWER RATING RMS:
LF 600 W, HF 100W
LF 900 W, HF/MF 400W
LF 800 W, HF/MF 300W
SYSTEM INPUT POWER RATING PEAK:
LF 2400 W, HF 400W
LF 3600 W, HF/MF 1600W
LF 3200 W, HF/MF 1200W
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER:
LF 1200 W, HF 200W
LF 1800 W, HF/MF 800W
LF 1600 W, HF/MF 600W
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Active MOSFET on compression
driver
Active MOSFET on compression
driver
SYSTEM NOMINAL IMPEDANCE:
HF PROTECTION:
CROSSOVER:
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MADE-TO-ORDER
ACCESSORIES
Recommended 800 kHz
Recommended 300 kHz, internal Recommended 500 kHz, internal
MF/HF 1300 Hz
MF/HF 2000 Hz
CHOOSE THE COLOR OF YOUR LOUDSPEAKERS
Who said that loudspeakers must be black? All of our TT+, P Series and H Series
solutions can be given a distinctive and original hue – for instance with the home
team’s colors. Not just black or white, but all RAL tints are available. RCF uses only
high quality paints that give a new appearance to the product without compromising
on weatherproofing and resistance.
HL 2260
HL 2240
HL 2290
HS 2000
THREE WAY SYSTEM
THREE WAY SYSTEM
THREE WAY SYSTEM
THREE WAY SYSTEM
60 Hz - 20 kHz
60 Hz - 20 kHz
60 Hz - 20 kHz
30 Hz - 200 Hz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
35 Hz - 200 Hz
60°
40°
90°
-
22.5°
22.5°
22.5°
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8
8
8
8
LF 104 dB , HF 113 1W @ 1m
LF 104 dB , HF 113 1W @ 1m
LF 104 dB , HF 113 1W @ 1m
100 dB 1W @ 1m
141 dB, @ 1m
141 dB, @ 1m
141 dB, @ 1m
136 dB, @ 1m
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
LF 1350 W, HF 150W
LF 1350 W, HF 150W
LF 1350 W, HF 150W
LF 900 W
LF 5400 W, HF 600W
LF 5400 W, HF 600W
LF 5400 W, HF 600W
LF 3600 W
LF 2700 W, HF 300W
LF 2700 W, HF 300W
LF 2700 W, HF 300W
LF 1800 W
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-
-
-
Recommended 600 kHz
Recommended 600 kHz
Recommended 600 kHz
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H1315 WP
PASSIVE THREE-WAY HORN LOADED SPEAKER
SYSTEM
The RCF H1315 WP is a three-way full range loudspeaker system that incorporate
s a 15” LF transducer, a 10” cone MF transducer and a 1.4” exit titanium
compression driver.
The cabinet and the components are weatherproof, so that H1315 WP loudspeakers
are suitable for installation in places with high umidity and outdoors.
Compact arrayable three-way system
Fully horn-loaded LF/MF/HF (60° x 40° directivity)
Fully equipped with neodymium transducers
Bi-amp system (passive crossover MF/HF included)
Active MOSFET compression driver protection
Rotatable HF horn
Recessed handles
The LF driver, equipped with a 4” voice coil and a state of the art neodymium
motor, is placed in a vented enclosure with optimised front loading.
The MF cone driver is a unique sealed basket RCF design and is loaded
into an exponential, Baltic birch 60° x 40° midrange horn. The 3” coil MF
driver is acoustically equalized thanks to a unique RCF complex phaseplug design. The HF titanium compression driver is loaded on a constant
directivity rotatable horn with a coverage of 60° x 40°.
The internal crossover network between midrange and compression
driver offers a unique compression driver protection thanks to a an active
MOSFET circuit. The system is driven in bi-amped mode, it is able to
produce a max SPL higher than 136 dB and it handles 900 Watts AES (LF)
+ 400 Watt AES (MF/HF).
The loudspeaker’s enclosure have a multi-trapezoidal shape, that allows
double coupling angle on each side. The cabinet of the H1315 WP is
constructed of multi-ply Baltic birch plywood and finished with a very
resistant, textured, polyurethane black paint. The cabinet is treated inside
& outside with black polyurea paint.
The cabinet includes 2 recessed handles for transportation and positioning,
a total of six double M10 fixing points for flown applications, and extensive
internal metal bracing.
The front steel grille is equipped with two layers of weather-resistant
open-cell fibres and water repellent woven fabric backing. The transducer
cones were also subject to a special additional treatment to resist against
critical environmental conditions. The H1315 WP is equipped with an IP 67
removable Amphenol terminal.
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H1312 WP
THREE-WAY HORN-LOADED PASSIVE SPEAKER
SYSTEM
The RCF H1312 WP is a three-way full range loudspeaker system that incorporate
a 12” LF transducer, a 8” cone MF transducer and a 1” exit titanium compression
driver.
The system is very compact and provides remarkably high output and accurate
voice and sound reproduction.
Compact arrayable three-way system
Fully horn-loaded LF/MF/HF (60° x 40° directivity)
Fully equipped with neodymium transducers
Bi-amp system (passive crossover MF/HF included)
Active MOSFET compression driver protection
Rotatable HF horn
Recessed handles
The system is equipped with the latest generation of RCF Precision
Transducers, all of them with powerful neodymium motors. The LF driver,
equipped with a 4” voice coil and a state of the art neodymium motor, is
installed in a vented enclosure with optimised front loading.
The MF cone driver is a unique RCF sealed basket design and is loaded into a
low compression polystyrene midrange horn. The HF titanium compression
driver is loaded on a constant directivity horn with a coverage of 90° x
60°. The compression driver horn can be rotated with an easy movement.
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HL20 WP
WEATHERPROOF PASSIVE LINE ARRAY MODULE
The HL20 WP is a compact, wide dispersion, two-way passive line array module
that offers the highest performance from a small size line array.
Incredible high output and dynamics, extreme accuracy and high frequency
extension plus compact size make the HL20 WP the ideal tool for outdoor
sound reinforcement, live performances and big sports events as well as fixed
installations.
The cabinet is a trapezoidal, 21 mm Baltic
birch plywood construction. It is finished
with a weatherproof, scratch-resistant and
fireproof white coating.
6 x Side M10 rigging points
Maximum output per size available on the market
100 x 15 constant directivity coverage angle
2 x 10” RCF woofer, 2.5” voice coil
1.5’’ throat, 3.0” voice coil
Minimum weight (34/74.95 kg/lbs)
135 dB max SPL
Watertight multi-pole connector IP 67
Recommended amplifier: LF 1200 W, HF 2000 W
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CUSTOM-DESIGNED WAVEGUIDE
The custom-designed waveguide allows a precise coverage
of 100 x 15 degrees, whilst also delivering a superb linear
HF response.
HL2260
HORN-LOADED TWO-WAY ARRAY
The HL2260 is a horn-loaded two-way full range array system that incorporates
a 2 x 12” woofer and a 2.0” exit 4.0” voice coil titanium compression driver
for mid-distance and long-throw applications. The system is very compact and
provides strikingly high output as well as accurate voice and sound reproduction,
thanks to the latest generation of RCF Precision Transducers.
The cabinet is made of Baltic birch marine plywood and finished with a very
resistant textured polyurea black paint. The grille is made of epoxy coated
perforated steel, and has a water-repellent woven fabric backing with open-cell
fibres.
The system is fully horn-loaded and it
is ideally used either in point source
configuration for mid distances or
clustered with narrower angles for
long-throw applications.
Horn-loaded two-way array system
Fully horn-loaded, 60° x 22.5° (40° x 22.5°, 90° x 22.5°) directivity
2 x 12” RCF precision woofers with 3.5” voice coil
RCF precision 4.0” voice coil compression driver, titanium dome
Horn loading on RCF waveguide
141 dB max SPL
System power rating 1500 Watt RMS (1350 Watt LF, 150 Watt HF)
Safe and solid variable array mechanics
Baltic birch plywood enclosure with internal structural metal bracings
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P SERIES
COAXIAL SPEAKERS IN ROTO-MOLDED PLASTIC RESIN
The RCF P Series are highly efficient two-way designs offering excellent music and speech
intelligibility in compact lightweight weatherproof design cabinets constructed with a heavy-duty
roto-molded plastic resin UV-stabilised material. P Series speaker systems offer environmental
protection up to the highest IP standard rating.
The design aesthetics of the P Series is suitable for outdoor applications as well as indoor
installations in tough environments.
The front grille construction and included bracket are made of aluminium and stainless steel in
all models.
P4228
P2110-T
TWO WAY SYSTEM
TWO WAY SYSTEM
TWO WAY COAX SYSTEM
FREQ. RANGE (-10 dB):
80 Hz - 20 kHz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
95 Hz - 20 kHz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
80 Hz - 20 kHz
FREQ. RANGE (-3 dB):
100 Hz - 20 kHz
100 Hz - 20 kHz
120 Hz - 20 kHz
100 Hz - 20 kHz
110 Hz - 18 kHz
H. COVERAGE ANGLE (-6 dB):
90°
110°
90°
90°
90°
V. COVERAGE ANGLE (-6 dB):
20°
60°
40°
60°
60°
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9
11
11
11
98 dB , 1W @ 1m
97 dB , 1W @ 1m
95 dB , 1W @ 1m
94 1W @ 1m
LF 95 dB 1W @ 1m
RATED MAXIMUM SPL:
131 dB, @ 1m
129 dB, @ 1m
124 dB, @ 1m
125 dB, @ 1m
121 dB, @ 1m
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE:
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
16 Ohm
8 Ohm
16 Ohm
INPUT POWER RATING RMS:
500 W
400 W
200 W
300 W
100 W
INPUT POWER RATING PEAK:
2000 W
1600 W
800 W
1200 W
400 W
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER:
1000 W
800 W
400 W
600 W
2200 W
CONSTANTE VOLTAGE LINE:
-
-
70/100 V
-
70/100 V
SELECTABLE POWER:
-
-
70V/30W, 15W;
100V/60W, 30W
-
70V/30W, 15W;
100V/60W, 30W
Dynamic
Dynamic
Dynamic
Dynamic
PTC
1.3 kHz
1.1 kHz
2 kHz
1.8 kHz
2.2 kHz
SYSTEM
DIRECTIVITY FACTOR; Q:
SYSTEM SENSITIVITY:
HF PROTECTION:
CROSSOVER:
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P5228-L
P3108
P1108-T
TWO WAY SYSTEM
TWO WAY SYSTEM
P3115-T
P6215
TWO WAY COAX SYSTEM
P8015-S
TWO WAY COAX SYSTEM
SUBWOOFER
75 Hz - 20 kHz
75 Hz - 20 kHz
50 Hz - 200 Hz
100 Hz - 20 kHz
120 Hz - 20 kHz
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90°
60°
-
60°
60°
-
13.3
12.8
-
98 dB 1W @ 1m
100 1W @ 1m
97 dB 1W @ 1m
129 dB, @ 1m
134 dB, @ 1m
132 dB, @ 1m
16 Ohm
8 Ohm
8 Ohm
300 W
600 W
800 W
1200 W
2400 W
3200 W
600 W
1200 W
1600 W
70/100 V
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70V/60W, 30W;
100V/120W, 60W
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Dynamic
Dynamic
-
1.3 kHz
1.1 kHz
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PROFESSIONAL AMPLIFIERS
SOLUTIONS FOR ALL PASSIVE LOUDSPEAKERS
RCF offers an entire line of professional high-current and extended dynamic power amplifiers, suitable for stadia and sports arena installations and compatible
with all RCF Stadia passive loudspeakers. High reliability, fast response, low distortion, and operating safety are guaranteed by the use of the latest power
amplification technologies for HD, H, W and AB class amplifiers.
The product range also includes two digital sound processors with 4 inputs and 4 outputs, or 2 inputs and 6 outputs, that are designed for providing the maximum
efficiency in fixed installations.
QPS 9600
CLASS HD HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER WITH SMPS
QPS 9600 is a 4-channel power amplifier that can handle exceptionally high power ratings in a compact and lightweight 2 rack units space. Thanks
to the class HD technology, this amplifier delivers up to 4 x 2400 W RMS @ 2 Ω (4800 W RMS bridged @ 4 Ω), weighting just 16 kg. It comes with a
switched-mode power supply, ensuring that a predominantly resistive load is presented to the mains power supply. This also leads to an improved amplifier
performance at high output levels. Thanks to its high efficiency heat sinks and variable speed DC fans, the QPS 9600 can withstand the hardest heat
conditions with awesome reliability.
DPS 3000
CLASS HD PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
WITH PFC AND SMPS
DPS 3000 is a 2-channel power amplifier that can handle exceptionally high power ratings in a compact and lightweight 2 rack units space. Thanks to the
class HD technology, this amplifier delivers up to 2 x 1700 W RMS @ 2 Ω (3400 W RMS bridged @ 4 Ω), weighting just 14 kg. It comes with a switchedmode power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction), ensuring that a predominantly resistive load is presented to the mains power supply. This also leads
to an improved amplifier performance at high output levels. Thanks to its high efficiency heat sinks and variable speed DC fans, the DPS 3000 can withstand
the hardest heat conditions with awesome reliability.
HPS 1500
CLASS H PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
HPS 2500
CLASS H PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIER
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HPS 1500 is a 2-channel power amplifier that delivers up to 2 x 750 W RMS @ 4 Ω (1500
W RMS bridged @ 8 Ω). XLR inputs for patching in signals as well as Speakon ports for
connecting speaker systems are provided for the maximum flexibility. A forced air cooling
system maintains a low operating temperature.
HPS 2500 is a 2-channel power amplifier that delivers up to 2 x 1400 W RMS @ 2 Ω (2800
W RMS bridged @ 4 Ω). XLR inputs for patching in signals as well as Speakon ports for
connecting speaker systems are provided for the maximum flexibility. A forced air cooling
system maintains a low operating temperature.
IPS 3700 - 2700 - 1700 - 700
CLASS H PROFESSIONAL POWER AMPLIFIERS
IPS Series is a range of two-way professional amplifiers that combines high quality
performance and reliability with the latest power amplifications technologies. This
high-value power-to-cost design offers, in compact lightweight 2 rack unit space, the
sound quality and the durability of traditional class AB and class H designs with the
innovation of the latest power devices available.
DX 4008
4 INPUT - 8 OUTPUT DIGITAL PROCESSOR
The DX 4008 is a complete 4 input - 8 output digital loudspeaker management system designed for the touring or fixed sound installation markets. The
absolute latest in available technology is utilized with 32-bit (40-bit extended) floating point processors and high performance 24-bit Analog Converters.
Sampling rate can be set to 96 kHz. The high-bit DSP prevents noise and distortion induced by truncation errors of the commonly used 24-bit fixed-point
devices. A complete set of parameters include I/O levels, delay, polarity, 6 bands of parametric EQ per channel, multiple crossover selections and full function
limiters. Precise frequency control is achieved with its 1 Hz resolution. Inputs and outputs can be routed in multiple configuration to meet any requirements.
The DX 4008 can be controlled or configured in real time on the front panel or with the intuitive PC GUI accessed via the RS 232 interface. Software upgrade
for CPU and DSP via PC keeps the device current with newly developed algorithms and functions once available. Multiple setup storage and system security
complete this professional package.
DX 2006
2 INPUT - 6 OUTPUT DIGITAL PROCESSOR
The DX 2006 is a 2 input - 6 output loudspeaker management
device with 40 bit floating point DSP and 96 kHz sampling rate,
suitable for the optimization of passive loudspeaker systems. The
DX 2006 offers flexible routing, signal processing and equalization
and can be used also for multiple ways and multi-amplified systems
managing. LCD, controls and LED indicators are available on the
frontal panel and it is also possible to set up and control the
processor through a PC. Various crossover modes are available and
30 programs/settings can be stored.
The DX 4008 and DX 2006 are shipped with a
special PC Graphic User Interface (GUI) application
– Xlink that gives the user an option to control
the digital processors. The GUI application makes
it much easier to control and monitor the devices,
allowing the user to get the whole picture on one
screen. Programs can be recalled and stored from/
to PC hard drive, thus expanding the storage to
become virtually limitless.
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EN54 CERTIFIED
FIRST-CLASS ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC EQUIPMENT FOR EVACUATION
EN 54 is progressively turning into the default standard for fire detection and alarm systems in many countries around the world, thus an increasing number of
customers requires certified electro-acoustic equipment for their evacuation systems. RCF offers a full range of EN 54-certified products, such as sound projectors,
paging consoles and microphones, column and ceiling speakers, horn speakers and control units. Our solutions are widely adopted by railway stations, airports,
shopping centers, subways and large sports arenas.
Typical applications in a stadium include hallways, toilets, entrances, exits, cafés and all highly trafficked areas. Our EN 54-certified products ensure a clear
transmission of alarm messages and signals, with full intelligibility of instructions given to avoid panic and provide guidance in case of emergency.
RCF’s supports all sports arenas needing to integrate a fine audio system for the spectators with a top-of-the-range evacuation system, with practical solutions
that guarantee a safe and quick evacuation and are compliant with the sector’s highest standards.
DXT 9000
SMALL TO LARGE APPLICATIONS
DXT 9000 is the evolution to the RCF DXT Active Matrix
solution range. To design the system, RCF has developed
a digital multi-platform where PA-EVAC systems join PROINSTALL systems in a completely scalable and versatile
range of configurations and solutions.
The system offers a level of reliability that goes beyond rules
requirements. The architecture is extremely flexible, based
on digital network with Ethernet connection to the outside
world through expandable protocol DANTE; it allows
centralized or distributed configurations, and each fault is
diagnosed and shown in every detail to ensure simplicity,
quick check operations and maintenance in order to ensure
a fully efficient evacuation.
DXT 3000
SCALABLE COMPACT SOLUTION
DXT 3000 is a wall-mounting intelligent evacuation system
dedicated to small and medium size applications, where an
EN54-16 system is required.
It includes a digital DSP-based master unit equipped with up
to 6 RCF Class D+ power amplifiers, able to provide up to
250W on 100V or 70V speaker lines.
A spare power amplifier with automatic replacement of a
faulty unit is configurable too.
MX 3250 hosts batteries and the necessary EN54-4 circuitry
for the DC back-up. Furthermore it offers inputs, controls and
pre-recorded messages to get a real plug & play solution.
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BS 5EN
DP 5EN
BS 5EN is a 20 W suspended sound projector in compliance with EN
54-24 regulations.
It is suitable for all installations where high intelligibility of alarm
messages and great quality of sound reproduction are required. Its
5’’ coaxial transducer guarantees
an excellent coverage and sound
uniformity, thus optimizing the
number of speakers needed.
A modern and charming design
makes it the perfect product for
environments where projectors
are also conceived as architectural
elements and are meant to
contribute to the improvement of
global aesthetics.
Bidirectional sound projector with double loudspeaker, characterized by
high acoustic performance, excellent design and compact dimensions.
HD 6045EN
BD 5EN
HD 6045EN is a fiberglass horn designed to withstand the most adverse
weather conditions, offering high sound reproduction quality and sound
pressure levels.
A high level of efficiency and sound pressure can be obtained thanks to
the use of 4 dynamic driver
units for a total output power
of 200W. Internal transformers
for 100V/70V constant voltage
systems are equipped with
ceramic terminal blocks for
input and output flameproof
cables and thermal switch.
HD 6045EN complies with EN
54-24 standard.
BD 5EN is a 20 W weatherproof sound projector in compliance with
EN 54-24 regulations. It is suitable for all installations where high
intelligibility of alarm messages and great quality of sound reproduction
are required. Moreover, thanks to its IP 65 protection grade, it can be
installed both indoors and
outdoors. A modern and
charming design makes
it the perfect product
for environments where
projectors are also conceived
as architectural elements and
are meant to contribute to
the improvement of global
aesthetics.
UNIDIRECTIONAL SOUND PROJECTOR
LONG-THROW MULTI CELL HORN SPEAKER
UNIDIRECTIONAL SOUND PROJECTOR
The BD 2412EN is ideal for stadia,
sports arena, railway stations,
underground stations, car parks,
factories, warehouses, corridors
and PA systems in general.
BIDIRECTIONAL SOUND PROJECTOR
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CASE STUDIES
HIGHLY CUSTOMIZED RCF SOLUTION FOR
BAKU OLYMPIC STADIUM
When RCF’s project team first arrived in Azerbaijan, in November 2014, construction work on the new stadium was already at an advanced stage. With a capacity
of 68,000 spectators, and characterized by remarkable architecture, Baku Olympic Stadium was positioned to become one of the landmarks of
Azerbaijan’s capital city, with a population of 2 million. It was officially inaugurated in March 2015 and it will host the inaugural European Games in June.
RCF’s Engineering Support Group (ESG) and R&D Department had worked together with the local distributor Asimetrik during the previous
year, in order to develop the best acoustic solution for the venue. After the final approval and a Factory Acceptance Test in April 2014, with the main contractor,
subcontractor and local distributor visiting RCF’s production facilities in Italy, official installation of the system started with the team’s first trip to Baku in November
2014.
“We used as many as 270 customized units of TTL55-A for 1 MW of audio power. This is one of the biggest permanent installations we have undertaken
so far,” RCF explains. “It was a very stimulating project because our standard TTL55-A active 3-way line arrays had to be adjusted and customized,
particularly in respect of their mechanic and electronic system”. Thanks to the significant expertise developed with previous experiences, such as Signal
Iduna Park in Dortmund and other international stadia, the team rose to the challenge. “We made a few visits to Baku and provided some specific instructions for
the set-up. The whole installation process was supervised remotely from our headquarters through RDNet,” adds RCF with obvious satisfaction.
TTL55-A modules were chosen due to their familiar vocal clarity and high SPL of more than 120 dB. These were two of the contractor’s main
requirements for the system, because part of the audience is seated as far as 63 metres from the speakers. The final configuration is composed of 20
clusters, delivering excellent sound to all the tribunes (10 clusters containing 17 cabinets and 10 clusters with 10 cabinets, for a total of 270 cabinets).
An active line array was the right choice for this project because it allows very simple and discreet wiring, with only two signal cables – one for the audio
signal and the other for the digital control system. Despite its imposing size, the system’s cabling is clean and easy to manage.
The overall acoustical design of the Stadium includes 64 units of P2110 (10’’ coaxial two-way speakers) for the under balcony area and 12 units of H1315
(three-way horn-loaded bi-amped mid throw cabinets) for the playing area.
The use of standard fly-bars was excluded from the beginning and a special frame was fabricated instead. The aim was to create line arrays flown
parallel to the ground, ensuring perfect sound coverage to the whole audience when the cabinets are placed above the tribune.
“We drew a lot on the experience gained from Dortmund,” RCF states. A special frame composed of stainless steel mounting hardware and internal bracing with
16 lateral fixing points, suitable for the overhead configuration, was designed by a German engineering company. All TTL55-A cabinets were customized by
RCF with metal backbones and internal supports for additional safety, making sure that the line array’s weight is safely supported by the steel structure
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270 weatherproof TTL55-A WP STADIA cabinets in overhead configuration
ensure high SPL, vocal clarity and easy wiring
and not just by the cabinets’ plywood.
Each single cluster is easily accessible thanks
to independent motors, capable of lowering
the frame at the tribune level. Once up in the
roof position, each frame is secured to the roof
structure through dedicated hooks and steel links.
The acoustical system in Baku Olympic
Stadium has to withstand outdoor
conditions 365 days a year. Hence all
cabinets were processed with a special
weatherproofing treatment consisting of
external and internal polyurea finish and
use of stainless steel for the mounting
hardware and frame. Loudspeakers are
reinforced with a special waterproof film and a
multi-layer coating on the grille, highly resistant
to humidity but transparent to sound.
RCF’s ESG and R&D Department together with
Asimetrik developed a tailor-made solution
allowing full monitoring of the system, making
control, set-up and maintenance as simple and
convenient as possible despite the large site.
Each TTL55-A module is equipped with
a sophisticated fault-monitoring board
and reporting occurs through the RDNet
control system.
The RDNet GUI (Graphic User Interface) allows
a straightforward oversight of the whole system,
including transducers, amplifiers, power supply
and the whole audio connection path. The
additional GPIO unit (General Purpose Input/
Output) communicates any incongruity from the
desired settings in terms of safety and acoustical
performance. It sends an overall full and
centralized report from a single station to any
third party system. When a fault signal appears,
it can be easily inspected through the RDNet GUI
on the dedicated personal computer.
“Baku Olympic Stadium exceeded the
customer’s expectations in many ways,
not only in terms of excellent intelligibility, even
when the stadium is empty, but also for the
system’s high SPL and its distribution, designed
to be in compliance with the latest international
legislation. Moreover, the audio system fulfills
all requirements of the EN 60849 standard
for the electro-acoustic systems applied
to emergency services, another area of longstanding expertise for RCF. Now we can’t wait for
the European Games in June,” team members
claim.
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BORUSSIA DORTMUND
GOES ACTIVE WITH RCF
The Signal Iduna Park stadium is considered one of the biggest
and most comfortable stadiums in Europe with an international
capacity of 65,000 people (seating only) that rise to over 80,000
for league matches (seating and standing). The last architectural
renovation was in 2003 that brought the stadium to the actual
look.
Nowadays, considering the increasing standards for the
entertainment and for the emergency announcements required
during the events, the ownership decided to upgrade the existing
sound reinforcement system for the North, South, East and
West stands. The existing system was build up during the years, by
adding speakers following the expansion of the building.
The aim of this remake was to reach the state of the art in terms
of integrated PA-VA, by ensuring not only intelligible voicealarm announcements but also high quality entertainment music
programs, including emotional audio effects able to transform a
soccer match in a show experience.
Besides the acoustical requirements, that were the driving force
for this project, there were a lot of technical aspects as well to
take into consideration, such as the integration of the Fire
Alarm System and the complete monitoring of the speakers and
amplifiers according to the EN and DIN regulations.
All the activities described in this document have been carried out
by RCF headquarters and RCF Germany subsidiary engineers,
always in synergy with the contractor engineering and consulting
company Michael Creydt, during a period of 8 months.
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A totally customized solution for Dortmund shows the power of highly
specialized know-how
RCF TTL33-A was suggested because
of its ability to fulfill all the acoustical
requirements. It was accepted as a possible
solution, but some customization had to
be done in order to allow safe rigging
and hanging, also considering the
unusual array shape. Furthermore a special
weatherproof version was conceived to ensure
durability in a permanent outdoor installation
and withstand all seasons under the roof.
The integration of the 14 arrays with
the voice alarm system required RCF’s
Engineering Support Group to report the
general array fault-monitoring to the VA system
and to monitor the presence of a tone signal
generated by the VA system itself on each array
module, in order to verify the whole critical
audio path from the VA management system
to the speakers. Then, for an increased system’s
reliability, the 14 modules of each array were
split in two interleaved connection lines in
order to get a connection diversity approach.
The detailed view of the array modules
status down to each single electronic and
electro-acoustic device occurs through to an
exclusive integrated total monitoring and
control system exceeding the EN60849
requirements.
This is possible through the RDNet synoptic
interface, supported by an industrial PC. In
case of an RDNet fault the system keeps
running according to the last configuration
setting, thanks to the fail-safe approach.
The standard tour grade Baltic birch cabinet
has been mechanically upgraded to be
weatherproof. In particular, the cabinet
was fully coated outside and inside with
polyurea while the front grill was adapted
for outdoor applications and coated by
weatherproofing foam and filters.
Stainless steel screws were used and
transducers were treated with a lightweight
anti-hygroscopic resin. Finally, the amplifier
and DSP boards were protected against
humidity and all the connections have been
protected with dedicated accessories.
All the mechanics have been re-designed in
order to hang the 14 modules to a specialmade steel backbone which fits under the
roof main beam, as agreed with the contractor.
The goal was to get an overall safety
coefficient of the assembly far above the
standards.
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RCF REINFORCES THE NEW
JUVENTUS STADIUM
The brand new Juventus Stadium located in Turin is a turning
point for football venues in Italy. The stadium has a capacity of
41,000 seats and 120 executive boxes and it is the center of
a totally renewed area that will also include a 34,000 msq
shopping mall and the first Juventus Museum.
The fans have the possibility to enjoy a great new experience,
hearing the players talking to each other, sitting comfortably
on the new fancy seats that offer a great view of the football pitch.
The Juventus Stadium complex is equipped with advanced
equipment and the latest technology. All the audio solutions
have been done with RCF products. The RCF ESG (Engineering
Support Group) has been involved in the project since the beginning
and designed the whole audio solution for the Stadium and
for the other buildings in the complex.
Besides RCF Installed Sound and Commercial Audio products,
some special cluster design applications and other exclusive
products have been developed to fit perfectly into this major
project.
For the Juventus Stadium project the RCF team worked on a
special cluster design for each section of the tribunes at the
stadium. Every cluster contains 2 units of the RCF H1315 WP,
a three-way full range loudspeaker system that incorporates
a 15” LF transducer, a 10” cone MF transducer and a 1.4”
exit titanium compression driver. This version is weatherproof
and especially designed to withstand exposure to various climate
conditions without damage or loss of the speakers’ functions.
The tribune areas are covered by a total of 88 units H1315 WP, all
installed in pairs. A few more cluster systems to cover the game
field are also installed. The audio installation also contains several
subwoofers and power amplifiers.
&WHITE
BLACK
Upon client’s request, RCF customized
the cabinets and mechanics with the
Juventus team’s colors - black and
white. Sometimes looks also count!
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RCF PROVIDES DENMARK’S
PARKEN
STADIUM
WITH A BRAND-NEW AUDIO SYSTEM
Parken Stadium is Denmark’s national football stadium and the current home of FC
Copenhagen. Built between 1990-1992 it currently has a capacity of 38,065 (for football
matches) although for other events the stadium can hold as many as 50,000 people
with an end-stage set-up and 55,000 with a center-stage set-up.
Keeping pace with the club’s recent success, Parken Stadium is equipped with a state of
the art infrastructure, with a recently upgraded audio system.
”The new RCF speaker system at the Parken Stadium provides a perfect solution,
and we have already received positive feedback from many people who say
how impressed they are with the new sound,” says Lars Bo Baadsgaard of Nordic
Sales that delivered and installed the project. “This is due to the close collaboration with
RCF and their project team. With their knowledge of stadia installations, we knew we
could rely on their guidance when it came to designing the optimum speaker solution
for the Parken Stadium.”
To cover the site 42 units of RCF H1315 WP were installed along with 18 RCF P4228
and 12 RCF H6045 fibreglass long-throw horns. Each cluster contains three units
of the H1315 WP, a three-way full range loudspeaker system that incorporates a 15”
LF transducer, a 10” cone MF transducer and a 1.4” exit titanium compression driver.
In addition the RCF P4228 speakers were installed to cover selected areas of the tribunes.
This weatherproof, full range, wide-dispersion, two-way loudspeaker system
offers substantial power and efficiency for a variety of professional indoor or outdoor
applications. The HF section is a constant directivity CMD horn loaded with a 1.4”
RCF Precision neodymium compression driver with a 2.5” diaphragm assembly
for smooth, wide dispersion. The low-frequency transducer is a double 8” woofer with
a 2.5” voice coil.
Finally the RCF H6045 fibreglass horns are equally designed to withstand all weathers
and offer high sound reproduction quality and sound pressure levels. These horns are
used as a separate evacuation set-up, which can be automatically activated if special
alert messages are required, or as a safety back up for the bigger H1315 WP system.
Besides being the home base for FC Copenhagen and the national soccer team, Parken
Stadium is also used for hosting big events, concerts and so on. In fact the new
audio system has already proved its worth at several such events.
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KONYA TORKU ARENA
UPGRADES ITS SOUND SYSTEM WITH RCF
When Konya was under consideration as one of the host cities for a future European Championship in Turkey, construction of a brand new UEFAcompliant stadium was proposed. While original plans set a capacity of around 33,000 seats, this was later upgraded to 42,276 seats — divided over
two tiers, with an additional 50 VIP boxes — and the new facility, based in Selçuklu, will now provide the club Konyaspor KR with a ultramodern stadium
for home matches. Asimetrik, the Turkish-based distributors and AV system integrators, were awarded the contract to provide a network-based professional
grandstand PA system, as well as broadcast infrastructure system, not only compatible with UEFA requirements, but also FIFA and IAFF. They also
designed and supplied a PA/VA emergency evacuation system, C.I.S. infrastructure as well as full conference and visual presentation tools for conference,
press and meeting rooms. All design, supply, installation and commissioning were undertaken by Asimetrik, who turned to RCF’s H Series as their primary
sound source. To ensure such seamless acoustic design and installation, Asimetrik worked alongside main contractor, Saridaglar Construction Company and
engineers from the Konya Municipality from the very beginning to design a seamless acoustic environment. Led by their project manager, Burak Bayrak,
they designed a number of unique solutions, using EASE Simulations to visualise the optimum distribution of sound to the seating areas, using
the predictive software to set correct splay angles of the RCF loudspeakers and predict the performance with absolute precision.
Turker Baran, Asimetrik’s Acoustical Design Engineer, and Burak Bayrak knew that the RCF solution was a proven model, having been inspired by the
installation at Juventus Stadium in Turin. “The H Series is also a perfect fit for this stadium — in terms of both power and dispersion,” says
Mr. Bayrak. “RCF’s technical project team partnered us to design the system for Konya. RCF is a unique and well-established brand with a very strong
history, and as a partner for 14 years we are delighted to be their distributor.” RCF H1315 WP loudspeakers were used for the network-based professional
grandstand address system. Asimetrik specified 96 units of RCF H1315 WP loudspeakers, a three-way full range loudspeaker that incorporates a 15in
LF transducer, a 10in cone MF transducer and 1.4in exit titanium compression driver. These are mounted in double clusters across 48 rigging points, with
a 12-metre distance between each cluster. But installing the speakers on the catwalks had been something of a challenge. “We worked in coordination
with the roof design officials to ensure safe installation and weight distribution, and we installed the clusters beneath the catwalk,” continues Mr. Bayrak.
The stadium exceeds the minimally required SPL set out by UEFA. Burak Bayrak stressed, “Our standard is based on the UEFA 2020 criteria for this
stadium. Konya Torku Arena has an STI value of 0.8 — which is an excellent speech transmission index value. After installation, NTI Audio XL2 Hand
Analyzer (IEC 61672-1 Electroacoustics), NTI Audio Minirator MR-Pro Tone Generator, NTI Audio MA220 Type 1 Measurement Microphone and Norsonic
type 1251 Sound Calibrator products were used for measurements and calibration.
The solution Asimetrik designed also included RCF loudspeakers for the main sound system, meeting rooms, and press room. Every audio product was
carefully selected as being best fit for purpose, and for ease-of-use in multi-purpose situations. Finally, to meet the UEFA specified media requirement,
hybrid fibre cables, HD signal transmission cables, and digital audio cables were used along with an industry standard network audio infrastructure to
control, process and distribute the sound. This also allowed Asimetrik to connect the main bowl system and PA/VA together, and have the stadium covered
on a single site-wide network.“Designing a system which is fully compliant with UEFA standards was very complex, but the RCF products were
exactly what we needed to make it work,” concludes Mr. Bayrak. “The RCF H1315 sounds quality is superb and the system is extremely compact as
well. A number of matches have already been played and we have had very positive feedback.”
“Uniting audiences with stimulating and high quality sound is a careful process especially at stadiums that are designed to be compliant with UEFA
standards,” emphasises Gorkem Celikbilek, VP of Asimetrik. “The process incorporates a combination of experience and an obsessive attention
to detail. We truly understand of the importance of sound quality. Our highly experienced team expertly analysed the properties of each space and we are
extremely happy with the results.”
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ILIE OANA STADIUM
CHOOSES RCF’S P SERIES
Ilie Oana Stadium in Ploiesti, Romania, is the current home of the
football club FC Petrolul Ploiesti. The stadium opened in September 2011
and has a seating capacity of 15,500 people. A highly advanced RCF
audio system was installed to cover all areas of the stadium.
The audio system design for the Ilie Oana Stadium was done thanks to
the support of the ESG (Engineering Support Group) that specified the
individual product system solution, documentation, acoustical
simulation, measurement and more.
”Simply a milestone installation. Everything has been working
according to the plans and we have ended up with a superb solution
for the Ilie Oana Stadium. We are receiving many positive comments
about our work. It is great to see that the investment into a modern audio
system solution is on the same high level as all the other elements that
are within the stadium construction. It was important for us to be part of
this project from the beginning, ensuring that we could supply the optimal
solution. I am sure that this installation will add future references to RCF in
our country”, says Kalman – RCF Distributor.
The tribune sections of the stadium are covered by 24 units of RCF
P6215 and 28 units of RCF P4228 speakers.
The P6215 is a weatherproof, full range, wide dispersion coaxial twoway loudspeaker system that delivers very high output and is particularly
suitable for longer throw applications. The high-frequency section is
a constant directivity CMD horn loaded to a 1.3” RCF Precision
neodymium compression driver with a 2.5” diaphragm assembly
for smooth, wide dispersion. The low frequency transducer is a 15”
woofer with a 3” voice coil. The cabinet is equipped with 12 x M10 brass
inserts, a stainless steel U-Bracket and pair of spacers for 90° mounting.
The P6215 meets the requirements of IP 55 code (International
Protection rating).
The amplification for the sound system is done with 6 units of RCF DPS
3000, a 2-channel power amplifier that can handle exceptionally
high power ratings in a compact and lightweight 2 units rack
space, and 8 units of RCF HPS 2500, a 2-channel power amplifier that
delivers up to 2 x 1400 W RMS @ 2 Ω (2800 W RMS bridged @ 4 Ω).
The system is controlled by 2 units of RCF DX 4008 digital
loudspeaker management units, installed in 2 units of 26U racks with
additional electronics such as RCF M1033 CD-USB MP3 FM Tuner and
more.
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G-SOUND EQUIPS NEW
AUDI ARENA GYÖR
WITH RCF C SERIES
The new Audi Arena Györ, the newest and most modern hall in Hungary, has been equipped with a major RCF system. According to the company’s
Hungarian distributor, Chromasound Ltd, this 5,500 capacity multifunctional sports hall is without comparison when it comes to speech intelligibility — thanks
largely to the work undertaken by their integration partner, G-Sound Ltd.
Jozsef Gricz was their system designer, working in cooperation with Laszlo Suto, and they specified 40 units of C5212-96 two-way full range enclosures, with
narrow 90° x 60° coverage pattern. These surround the sports field on all four sides in 20 clusters of two, hung from above. The speakers are faced on the
upper (fixed) and lower (mobile) part of the audience area — with the underneath enclosures installed horizontally with rotated horns, on
unique designed certified consoles. Said G-Sound’s Jozsef Gricz, “We’ve defined the distances from the seats and between the clusters, taking into account
the horn opening angles, to ensure that this met our requirements.”
The 20 clusters are divided into eight zones, with the upper and lower speakers managed independently. The system is optimised via two dedicated RCF
DX 4008 4-in/8-out digital loudspeaker management system, feeding 16 outputs. An amplification room is stationed in each of the four
corners, with each position housing five IPS 3700 amps, RCF’s powerful 2-channel amplifier. The speakers are always driven from the closest amp
rack to minimise cable losses. In addition to the installed and mobile PA for the arena, G-Sound Ltd also provided the entertainment system for the VIP areas and
the multizone public address system. Chromasound project manager Imre Makkay was supported by Andor Furjes (of aQrate Ltd), who masterminded the acoustic
design of the Arena and assisted with control measurements. Explained the former, “The sound system was designed to deliver good tonality and goes sufficiently
deep to fulfill the musical requirements on its own, or alternatively it can be matched with additional subwoofers, if extra low end is required.” The Speech
Transmission Index (STI) target was 0.5 with the arena full. At the first test, the Index’s average was measured as STIPA 0.51 in the worst conditions (all
zones, but in an empty arena), and STIPA 0.68 with just one zone on (the arena still empty). “Of course, these values will improve when there is an audience,”
notes Jozsef Gricz, “And we are happy that we have met our target. The system can produce 98 dB LAeq and 113 dB LC peak levels at the listener positions, so it
has enough headroom over the background noise.”
“The overall frequency response is extremely flat (within ±3 dB from 50 Hz to 16 kHz), and the biggest difference is less than 12 dB on a specified
frequency. So every spoken word and every sung note can reach its destination with complete clarity.” He added, “Our main goal was to cover all seatings
with the same sound quality with the sound projected only where we want it to be. In real life the specifications have been verified, and the system
delivers smooth transition between the different coverage areas.” He added that different presets had been stored in the DSP, both with and without the use
of the lower speaker, for when the mobile seats are not in use. The public address system was also created from RCF loudspeakers and electronics
(ZM2100 system with UP series amplifiers, MQ80P, DP4, HD210T, PL60 speakers) with the public concourse and corridor areas, as well as
changing rooms, divided in 10 zones. Its function is to broadcast the same music programme as in the Arena, and to make some calls for team players. The
Arena sound is also fed to the VIP area, where G-Sound Ltd has installed RCF Media Series with local sources (RCF MS1033), mixing (RCF L-Pad series)
and amplification (RCF IPS 700 series).
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