Biamp H10 Operating instructions

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•Powerful weatherproof, industrial horn loudspeakers with compression drivers oering high
sound pressure.
•Suited for speech and reproduction of alarm signals.
•Ideal for long-distance and outdoor use.
•70V/100V transformer with ve power tap and 8-ohm low impedance settings.
COMMERCIAL LOUDSPEAKERS
H10-G / H20-G / H30LT-G PAGING HORNS
Installation and Operation Guide
H10-G H30LT-GH20-G
DANGER: The loudspeakers described in this manual are designed
and intended to be suspended using a variety of rigging hardware,
means, and methods. Installation of loudspeakers should only be
performed by trained and qualied personnel. It is strongly recommended
that a licensed and certied professional structural engineer approve the
mounting design. Severe injury and/or loss of life may occur if these products
are improperly installed! All electrical connections must conform to applicable
city, county, state, and national (NEC) electrical codes.
DANGER: It is possible to experience severe electrical shock from a
power amplier. Always make sure that all power ampliers are in the
“OFF" position and unplugged from an AC Mains supply before
performing electrical work.
IMPORTANT: All electrical installation connections for loudspeaker
lines are subject to all applicable governmental building and re
codes. The selection of appropriate electrical hardware to interface
with the loudspeaker lies solely with the installation professional. Biamp
recommends that an appropriately licensed engineer, electrician, or other
qualied professional identify and select the appropriate conduit, ttings, wire,
etc. for the installation.
DANGER: The output power capabilities of audio ampliers present a
danger to installers. To minimize the risk of electric shock from
loudspeaker connecting cables, conrm that the power ampliers are
turned “o" before connecting loudspeaker cable(s) to the loudspeaker or
amplier. Always follow local electrical codes and proper electrical safety
procedures.
WARNING: After wiring the amplier(s) to the loudspeaker(s), rst
power-up all devices that are upstream of the amplier, such as
mixers, equalizers, compressor/limiters, etc., before powering-up the
Rigging and Electrical Safety
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
amplier. This is to avoid passing any clicks or pops that may originate in the
upstream devices to the loudspeakers. The amplier should initially be
powered-up with its gain controls turned all the way down. After making sure
that a continuous signal is present, such as a CD playing, slowly raise the level
of the gain controls to establish that the wiring has been installed correctly.
Only then should the loudspeaker be operated at normal output levels.
Wiring and Electrical Safety
All standard paging horns come with attached SJOW-rated input cables
(length 1m [3.3']). The cable exits the enclosure through a weather-resistant
nut. The other end of the cable is un-terminated. The designer must account
and compensate for cable losses between the amplifier and the loudspeaker
system. Refer to this article on Cornerstone for more information on cable loss
calculations. Do not remove the rear enclosure or tamper with the cable nut,
as this will compromise the weather integrity of the enclosure. Please contact
the Customer Support for additional assistance (email: suppor[email protected])
Wire the loudspeaker. A typical installation method is to bring the cable
into a junction box (J-box). Connections within the J-box may be made with
appropriate wire connectors. Terminate per your local electrical code or
requirements.
NOTE: Be sure to read the loudspeaker safety guide included in
the carton with the loudspeakers.

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PRODUCT REPRESENTATION
Figure 1. Typical horn (H10-G shown)
Horn
Cable
U-bracket
Tap Switch Access Cover
Integrated Water-Tight
Gland Nut
Figure 2. H20-G Figure 3. H30 LT- G

H10-G/H20-G/H30LT-G Installation and Operation Guide page 3
INSTALLATION
H10-G / H20-G / H30LT-G Horn Loudspeakers
These installation instructions apply to the H10-G, H20-G, and H30LT-G. Each loudspeaker comes
with an attached stainless-steel U-bracket for easy surface installation. The installer must provide
the appropriate hardware for the application. The horn and cable egress are watertight and may be
installed indoor or in outdoor applications.
1. Determine where the loudspeaker is to be installed.
2. Attach the loudspeaker to the structure or surface using the holes in the U-bracket (hardware not
provided).
NOTE: It saves time to adjust the tap setting before installation. See page 4.
3. Attach a safety cable (not shown) to one of the unused holes in the U-bracket (refer to safety
note at the bottom of this page.
NOTE: The U-bracket can be removed and pre-installed. Reserve the hardware for reattachment of the
horn.
4. Aim the loudspeaker to the desired angle and tighten the bolts on either side to hold it in place.
Figure 4. Position horn
NOTE: The safety cable and associated hardware are not included. Consult all applicable codes for your application.
Confer with a structural engineer for the appropriate cable / hardware for the load, application, and locale. If required,
the safety cable must be secured to a suitable load-bearing point separate from the array mounting, with as little slack as
possible, so as not to develop undue kinetic force if the primary mount were to fail.

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1. Remove the small black cap at the back of the horn to access the
tap switch as shown in Figure 5.
2. Use a small at screwdriver to turn the shaft to the appropriate
setting.
3. Replace the cap and make sure that it is fully seated to ensure
weather-resistance.
Figure 5. Typical horn (H10-G shown)
Figure 6. Tap settings for each model
SET LOUDSPEAKER TAPS

H10-G/H20-G/H30LT-G Installation and Operation Guide page 5
The loudspeaker comes with an attached cable with 2 conductors white (+) / black (–) as seen below
in Figure 7.
1. Route the cable to a junction box (J-box). Outdoor installations should utilize weatherproof boxes
and connectors to consistent operation.
2. Connect the cable in the J-box with barrel-type crimp connectors, wire nuts, solder and heat-
shrink, or terminal strips.
NOTE: Biamp recommends using barrel-type crimp connectors that are crimped with a forged
crimp or a ratcheting tool, as this method, when properly executed, results in a gas-tight
connection that is easy to accomplish.
3. Terminate connections per the local electrical requirements.
4. After all of the horns are installed and connected to the appropriate DSP/amplier equipment,
power and test the system.
WIRING
120 Watt Amplier
Amplier power per channel must be higher than total power of all speakers on that channel.
120 W ≥ 20W + 20W + 20W + 20W + 10W + 10W
Figure 8. Typical amp & loudspeaker tap settings
Figure 7. Wire / cable

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Conduit Adapter Kit (SPA-HCA100)
The Conduit Adapter attaches to the rear enclosure and provides a
sealed connection for 1/2" NPT conduit use.
1. Thread the cable through the adapter and attach with included
hardware as shown in Figure 10.
2. Fully tighten the adapter hardware as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 12. Typical application (with exible
conduit and the SPA-HMB100)
Figure 11. Adapter installed
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Figure 9. Adapter
M3x10 Screw
M3 Lock Washer
M3 Flat Washer
Do not loosen or remove the integrated gland nut.
It must remain in place when using this accessory to
maintain the water-tight wire ingress to the speaker.
Figure 10. Attach adapter to horn

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Figure 14. Bracket install
Figure 15. Secure bracket to yoke
The bracket provides attachment from the horn's U-bracket to a
standard 4-square or dual gang junction box cover (North America
only).
1. Attach the bracket to the horn as shown in Figure 14.
2. Keep connection loose to allow horn rotation. Figure 13. Bracket
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CONTINUED
Dual Gang Box Mounting Bracket Kit (SPA-HMB100)
3/8" Lock Washer
1/4-20 x 5/8" Screw
1/4" Flat Washer
1/4"-20 Lock Nut

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Dual Gang Box Mounting Bracket Kit (SPA-HMB100)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CONTINUED
3. Partially install screws (not included) holding the cover on the box as shown in Figure 16.
4. Slide the bracket slot onto the lower screw (a) shown in Figure 17.
5. Rotate and capture the upper bracket keyhole on the top screw (b) in Figure 17.
Figure 16. Loosen screws
Figure 17. Securely attach bracket to the box

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Dual Gang Box Mounting Bracket Kit (SPA-HMB100)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CONTINUED
6. Rotate the bracket down to fully capture the screw (circled) in Figure 18.
7. Fully tighten the screws to secure the bracket to the box.
NOTE: Vertically mounted boxes must have the straight bracket slot at the bottom for security/safety.
Figure 18. Bracket installed
Figure 19. Typical placements

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1. Attach clamp to beam or building structure.
2. Beam clamp supports 1/4" threaded rod as shown in Figure
22. (rod and horn mounting hardware not included).
3. One or two clamps may be used to suspend the horn. One
clamp in the center position is shown in Figure 22.
4. Position and secure beam clamp to the beam or support
structure by tightening the bolt.
5. Secure horn bracket to the rod.
6. Aim the horn and secure the angle by tightening the
side bolts.
7. Install the safety cable to a secondary mounting point.
Figure 20. Beam clamp
Figure 22. Rod attachment Figure 23. Typical assembly
(H20-G shown)
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Figure 21. Beam clamp attached
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CONTINUED
BEAM CLAMP KIT (SPA-HBC100)
This beam clamp has a 125 lb. (56.6 kg) load capacity.