Electro-Voice EVERSE8-RAINCVR Instruction manual

Safety
Correct rain cover usage
– Use the speaker in upright or kickback orientations
only.
– Do not use the speaker in monitor mode in damp or
wet conditions.
– Route the cables out the of bottom of the amp
pocket. Make sure that the zippers are tight around
the cables.
– Do not route the cables out of the sides of the amp
pocket. Do not leave the amp pocket unzipped.
– Do not submerge the speaker in water or spray with a
water hose.
Cleaning and drying instructions
– Clean with a damp cloth.
– Air-dry only.
– Do not machine wash.
– Do not tumble dry.
Drain holes
The EVERSE 8 rain cover was designed with four drain
holes. The goal is to drain any water that may penetrate
the inside of the rain cover.
IP rating
The EVERSE 8 with the rain cover installed is rated for
IP44, but only in upright and kickback orientations, and
only when used properly as defined in these instructions.
Some water may pool at the bottom of the rain cover
when exposed for an extended period of time. Remove
the speaker from the bag to allow both to dry properly.
When using the rain cover, the weatherized input cover is
optional to achieve the IP44 rating.
Weatherization
When the rain cover is installed, the EVERSE 8 loud-
speaker is designed to be weather resistant to IP44
standards, but not waterproof. The weather resistance
may be reduced by damage, repair, improper disas-
sembly, and regular wear and tear. Always inspect the
EVERSE 8 and accessories before and after every use. Al-
low the loudspeaker and components to dry before stor-
age or between uses.
The EVERSE 8 loudspeaker with rain cover installed is in-
tended only for temporary use in wet or damp environ-
ments. The loudspeaker is not intended to be exposed
continuously to moisture over long periods of time. Do
not expose to salt water or spray, do not expose to chlor-
ine or use in high chlorine environments.
Using the rain cover
To use the rain cover:
1. Unzip the rain cover and insert the speaker.
Make sure the grill is facing the front flap.
2. Zip the rain cover.

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3. Lift the front flap, fold the margin and attach it to the
top hook and loop strip.
To use the speaker in tripod position:
1. Open the bottom flap of the rain cover.
2. Insert the speaker on a tripod.
To connect the speaker:
1. Unzip the amp pocket in the back of the rain cover.
2. Make the necessary connections.
3. Zip the amp pocket.
To transport the speaker:
4Unzip the handle pocket and use the pocket to
grab the handle.
The pocket goes under the handle.
Technical data
EVERSE8-RAINCVR Rain res-
istant cover for EVERSE 8
Color Black
Material 600D poly with waterproof
and hydrophobic treated ly-
cra cloth
IP rating IP44
Dimensions (H x W x D)
(mm)
400 mm x 285 mm x 280
mm
Dimensions (H x W x D) (in) 15.75 in x 11.22 in x 11.02
in
Shipping dimensions (H x W
x D) (mm)
480mm x 425mm x
28.5mm
Shipping dimensions (H x W
x D) (in)
18.9in x 16.7in x 1.12in
Weight (g) 370 g
Weight (lb) 0.82 lb
Shipping weight (g) 420 g
Shipping weight (lb) 0.93 lb
EVERSE8 Rain cover
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