Which HOLOPLOT product is best suited to the application?
This section offers insight into selecting the ideal HOLOPLOT product for your project, helping you make informed decisions.
How are the products used in design?
Find each product's datasheet and manual in the Product Family section
HOLOPLOT products have been designed to apply a standard modeling and simulation workflow across the product range. All commercially available products are included in HOLOPLOT Plan.
How do you decide which product to use?
Choosing the right product for your design is based on the individual use case. However, there are particular segments that each product was designed to support.
In addition to these segments and the aforementioned acoustic parameters (see Introduction to Sound System Design), the following parameters need to be considered:
Weight loading
When specifying a HOLOPLOT array, it's crucial to consider the weight-loading capacity of the building, structure, and rigging apparatus. For example, the X1 and X2 series Audio Modules are active, with all amplification and processing onboard, significantly increasing their overall weight. This often necessitates specialist rigging or installation advice to ensure safe deployment. Designers should be aware of the system's weight and able to offer high-level advice on feasible rigging solutions. The integration partner should provide detailed rigging plans based on the specifications from HOLOPLOT.
Integration/ space allocation
Whether working at the earliest stage of a construction timeline or specifying a system for a retrofit, it is imperative to ensure that you have sufficient space in a given location to deploy arrays safely and efficiently. This is particularly important when flush mounting an array into a facade; this requires sufficient depth in the wall build-up and additional space for ventilation. Access for maintenance and servicing of the module should also be taken in to consideration (see manual for instructions on access requirements).
Power
Power specifications must be provided to the integration partner to calculate the necessary loads. Typically, as a manufacturer, we are not responsible for providing system power calculations. However, when no integration partner is involved in the project, power calculations should be approved by a qualified engineer on the team responsible for installation and commissioning.
Weatherization (IP rating)
The X1 system is not IP-rated. Thus, it requires external weatherproofing for deployment in environments that expose it to conditions outside its normal operating parameters. Such environments include outdoor areas or indoor spaces with high humidity or water exposure. In contrast, the X2 system is IP55 rated, making it suitable for outdoor operations. However, if extreme weather conditions are anticipated, it is advisable to consult the manual to understand the specific exposure parameters. For the exact specifications on the above parameters, please refer to the HOLOPLOT X1 manuals found in the section: Product Family
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