DATA SHEET

AC 22S
ACTIVE CROSSOVER

CH 1 MASTER
4 2 0 10 LEVEL 6 8

LOW
MONO SUB
4 2 0 10 LEVEL 6 8 2 MIN MAX DELAY 4 6 8

LOW / HIGH
300 400 250 500 180 700 120 1.0k 90 1.5k 80 2.0k 75 3.0k 70 3.6k FREQUENCY

HIGH

STEREO

CH 2 MASTER
4 6 8 0 10 LEVEL 2 0 10 LEVEL 4 6

LOW
INACTIVE: MONO SUB
4 8 2 MIN MAX DELAY 6 8

LOW / HIGH
300 400 250 500 180 700 120 1.0k 90 1.5k 80 2.0k 75 3.0k 70 3.6k FREQUENCY

HIGH

4 2

6 8 2

4 2

6 8

AC 22S
ACTIVE CROSSOVER

MUTE

0 10 LEVEL

MUTE

0 10 LEVEL

POWER

MASTER

LOW

LOW / MID

INACTIVE

MONO

INACTIVE

MID

MID / HIGH

HIGH

General Description
The Rane AC 22S Active Crossover is a stereo 2-way with a mono subwoofer option, or it can be used as a mono 3-way. It employs state-variable 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley lter alignments to minimize phase diculties in the critical crossover region. Simply put, a Linkwitz-Riley alignment is two cascaded 2ndorder Butterworth lters exhibiting identical phase characteristics on their Low pass and High pass Outputs. This characteristic guarantees in-phase outputs at all frequencies. In-phase outputs are mandatory for proper acoustic summing of common signals from adjacent drivers in the crossover region. An added benet of this topology is steep 24 dB per octave rollo slopes. A slope of this magnitude guarantees drivers designed to produce a specic range of frequencies, and no more, will not be driven past their limits, thereby minimizing distortion and driver fatigue. To further guarantee the transparent operation, adjustable Delay circuits appear on the Low (& Mid when used in 3-way mode) Outputs of each channel to compensate for any physical misalignment of the drivers. Time correction ensures the mechanical phase alignment of adjacent drivers will be acoustically correct, thus maintaining the integrity of the electrical phase alignment of the crossovers lters. CD horn equalization is also possible with an internal modication. The AC 22S uses XLR connectors with active balanced inputs and outputs. The AC 22S improves upon its previous model by adding an internal power supply that can be plugged in almost anywhere in the world. See the RaneNote Linkwitz-RileyCrossovers: A Primer, available from our website.

Features Stereo 2-Way or Mono 3-Way Linkwitz-Riley Alignment with 24 dB per Octave Slopes Adjustable Delays Mono Subwoofer Switch and Output

Infrasonic, Ultrasonic, and RFI Filters Low Output Muting (2-Way) Input & Output Level Controls Fully Active Balanced XLR Inputs & Outputs Internal Universal Power Supply (100-240 VAC)

Data Sheet-1

AC 22S
ACTIVE CROSSOVER

Features & Specications

Parameter Crossover: Alignment ..........Slopes ..........Range Time Delay Adjust Range Inputs: Type ..........Connectors ..........Impedance ..........Maximum Level ..........Gain Range Outputs: Type ..........Connectors ..........Impedance ..........Maximum Level ..........Gain Range Band Muting Switches RFI Filters Infrasonic Filter Ultrasonic Filter Frequency Response THD+Noise IM Distortion (SMPTE) Signal-to-Noise Ratio Maximum Power Universal Line Voltage Unit: Agency Listing Unit: Construction ..........Size ..........Weight Shipping: Size ..........Weight Note: 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms Specification Linkwitz-Riley 24 dB per octave 70-3.6 kHz Low to High O to +2 Active Balanced XLR 20k 21 O to +6 Active Balanced XLR 200 +20 O to +12 Yes Yes 20 Hz, 18 dB/oct., Butterworth 40 kHz, 6 dB/oct., Bessel 20 Hz - 40 kHz 0.02 0.02 92 7 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz UL/cUL/CE All Steel 1.75"H x 19"W x 5.3"D (1U) 4 lb 4.25" x 20.3" x 13.75" 8 lb Limit Units Conditions/Comments Proprietary 4th-order state-variable 41-detent continuously variable pot Low & Mid Outputs pin 2 hot per AES standards 1% 1 -0/+4 dBu dB pin 2 hot per AES standards 1% 1 -0/+4 dBu dB 600 or greater Low & Mid Outputs 3% 3% +0/-3 .01 .01 2 Hz Hz dB % % dB W VAC

5%

ms

Linear Phase +4 dBu, 20 Hz - 20 kHz 60 Hz / 7 kHz, 4:1, +4 dBu re +4 dBu, 20 kHz noise bandwidth 7W

(4.4 cm x 48.3 cm x 13.3 cm) (3 kg) (11 cm x 52 cm x 35 cm) (5 kg)

Data Sheet-

AC 22S
ACTIVE CROSSOVER Block Diagram
CH. 1 LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) LOW FILTER RFI FILTER 0 dB 20 Hz (18 dB/octave) MONO SUB LF LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) 3 1 2 CH. 1 HF OUT (M3W:NOT USED) FREQUENCY (70 Hz-3.6 kHz) 2 CHANNEL T + DELAY (0-2 ms) LF LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) 3 1 2 CH. 1 LF OUT (M3W:LF OUT) (MONO SUB OUT)

CH. 1 INPUT

2 1 3

MUTE

MONO SUB HIGH FILTER 40 kHz (6 dB/Octave)

FREQUENCY (70 Hz-3.6 kHz) MONO 3 WAY MONO SUB DELAY (0-2 ms) LF LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) 3 1 2 CH. 2 LF OUT (M3W:MF OUT) (NOT USED IN MONO SUB) MUTE LF LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) HIGH FILTER 40 kHz (6 dB/octave) + 3 1 2 CH. 2 HF OUT (M3W:HF OUT)

CH. 2 LEVEL (Off to +6 dB) LOW FILTER RFI FILTER 0 dB 20 Hz (18 dB/octave)

CH. 2 INPUT

2 1 3

STEREO 2 WAY

2 CHANNEL

Stereo 2-Way
COMMERCIAL AUDIO 100-240 V EQUIPMENT 24TJ 50/60 Hz 7 WATTS
R

Right Input

Left Input

Stereo 2-way labels are in the top row

MADE IN U.S.A. RANE CORP.

AC 22S

HIGH OUT

LOW OUT

CH 2 IN

STEREO 2-WAY

HIGH OUT

LOW OUT

CH 1 IN
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

PIN 2: POSITIVE PIN 3: NEGATIVE PIN 1: CHASSIS GND

ACN 001 345 482 MONO SUB: OMIT

MODE

SUBWOOFER MONO SUB 2-CHANNEL

MONO SUB OUT

High Amp

High Amp

Low Amp

Low Amp

Mono 3-Way
Mono 3-way labels are in the bottom row
COMMERCIAL AUDIO 100-240 V EQUIPMENT 24TJ 50/60 Hz 7 WATTS
R

Input

MADE IN U.S.A. RANE CORP.

AC 22S

SUBWOOFER SWITCH MUST BE SET TO 2- CHANNEL FOR MONO 3-WAY

PIN 2: POSITIVE PIN 3: NEGATIVE PIN 1: CHASSIS GND

ACN 001 345 482

MODE
MONO SUB: OMIT

SUBWOOFER MONO SUB 2-CHANNEL

OMIT MONO

HIGH OUT

MID OUT

OMIT MONO

MONO 3-WAY

MONO SUB OUT LOW OUT

MONO 3-WAY IN

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

High Amp

Mid Amp

Low Amp

Data Sheet-

AC 22S
ACTIVE CROSSOVER

Rear Panel
COMMERCIAL AUDIO 100-240 V EQUIPMENT 24TJ 50/60 Hz 7 WATTS
R

MADE IN U.S.A. RANE CORP.

AC 22S

HIGH OUT

LOW OUT

CH 2 IN

STEREO 2-WAY

HIGH OUT

LOW OUT

CH 1 IN
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

SUBWOOFER SWITCH MUST BE SET TO 2- CHANNEL FOR MONO 3-WAY

PIN 2: POSITIVE PIN 3: NEGATIVE PIN 1: CHASSIS GND

ACN 001 345 482

MODE
MONO SUB: OMIT

SUBWOOFER MONO SUB 2-CHANNEL

OMIT MONO

HIGH OUT

MID OUT

OMIT MONO

MONO 3-WAY

MONO SUB OUT LOW OUT

MONO 3-WAY IN

Choosing the Right Conguration:

Mono, Two-Channel Mono or Stereo? Very few systems indeed will utilize a two channel crossover for the purpose of true stereo imaging. Discrete stereo channels which are run from the mixing board are usually used for panning eects and/or for separate equalization of left and right speaker stacks. Dierent sides of the room often require signicantly dierent equalization due to varying room acoustics, dimensions, positioning of speaker stacks near walls, curtains and the like. Even though you may not plan to use stereo equalization or panning eects, it is recommended that your system utilize discrete crossover channels for each stack of speakers to ensure exibility and control for consistent, optimum sound quality. For example, if you plan to run a multi-stack system mono 3way, use the AC 23S rather than the AC 22S for separate control over each set of speakers especially since phase alignment may dier with each stack requiring separate time delay adjustments. Even with only a single system equalizer, the AC 23S can deliver the extra independent control which can make a dierence in sound throughout the listening area. The AC 24 is by far the best crossover for stereo 4-way systems. If all drivers are built into a single cabinet, or you are running bi-amped monitors, then the AC 22S is the one for you. When all drivers in stacks are equal and acoustic dierences are not critical, delays are not required, and simplicity of use is important, we recommend the Rane SAC 22 or SAC 23 Crossover.

Architectural Specications
The active crossover shall contain 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley lters. Provisions shall exist to correct for driver misalignment by means of adding time delay to the low frequency outputs. The crossover frequency shall be controlled by a continuously variable control with 41 detents to allow mechanical reference of crossover setting. Signal inputs and outputs shall be active balanced terminated with XLR connectors. RFI lters shall be provided. Infrasonic lters shall be built-in. The active crossover shall aord an input level range of o to +6 dB. The output level controls shall aord a level range of from o to +12 dB with muting capability on the low frequency outputs. The crossover shall supply two independent channels. The unit shall be capable of operation by means of its own built-in universal power supply operating at 100-240 VAC and meet CE requirements. The unit shall be UL and cUL listed. The unit shall be entirely constructed from cold-rolled steel. The unit shall be a Rane Corporation AC 22S Active Crossover.

Available Accessories SC 1.7 Security Cover

References
1. S.H. Linkwitz, Active Crossover Networks for Noncoincident Drivers, J. Audio Eng. Soc., vol. 24, pp. 2-8 (Jan/Feb 1976). 2. D. Bohn, A Fourth-Order State-Variable Filter for Linkwitz-Riley Active Crossover Designs, presented at the 74th Convention of the Audio Engineering Society, New York, Oct. 9-12, 1983, preprint no. 2011. 3. D. Bohn, Linkwitz-Riley Crossovers: A Primer, RaneNote, (1983, 1989, 2005). 4. D. Bohn, Why Not Wye? RaneNote, (1984).

Rane Corporation 10802 47th Ave. W., Mukilteo WA 98275-5098 TEL 425-355-6000 FAX 425-347-7757 WEB www.rane.com

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