Electro-Voice Xlvc Series XLD-281 User manual

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PRELIMINARY
Electro-Voice®, an industry pioneer –
still setting standards in
professional sound reinforcement
Over the last 75 years, EV®has become one of the
leading manufacturers on pro audio. More than 50 years
experience in design and manufacturing of transducers,
systems and power amplifiers combined with the heritage
of nearly 30 years in digital signal processing are the
foundation for state-of-the-art audio performance. The
very close relation of the EV®design team with customers
around the world is the basis for optimized system solu-
tions. It’s the unique combination of audio quality, relia-
bility and ease of use that is exceptional. Backed-up with
one of the largest dealer and service networks in the pro
audio world an EV® system represents outstanding value.
Line-Array Systems
from Electro-Voice:
A true advantage
Line array’s have been known in the industry for
several decades, during the last five years they have
become the standard for concert and touring applications
and also very popular for installed sound systems. Today
there’s a large number of manufacturers offering “line
arrays” – a vertical array of loudspeaker cabinets. But not
everything that looks like a line array behaves correctly as
one. Electro-Voice®’s X-Line and XLC (X-Line Compact)
have been proven in countless events to have “true line-
array” behavior: a very well behaved horizontal disper-
sion and a very even front-to-back coverage. With X-Line
Very Compact, EV®engineers have defined a new group
of very compact, high performing line arrays.
The “Hydra” –
EV®’s plane wave generator The most critical information in any music signal is in
the mid and high frequencies and the number of HF
devices is still a “measure” to determine, whether the size
of a sound system is adequate. In a vertical array of mul-
tiple sound sources it is vital to maintain the distance
between the elements to be “small” relative to the radi-
ated wavelength. While this is far less complicated for
lower frequencies, the challenge is to couple frequencies
above 3kHz (wavelength about 11cm, or 4 inches) in
equal amplitude and phase in order to generate a “plane
wave”. A key component for the outstanding perform-
ance and success of EV line arrays is the unique design of
the “Hydra”. The signal from one HF driver is divided into
discrete paths arriving with same amplitude and phase at
the waveguide as a plane wave. This solution has much
lower distortion than many other designs.
The Hydra™ equalizes the path length to ensure equal
arrival times at the exit, which is necessary to create a
plane wave.
EV X-Line Array
comprising four XVLS
and two XVLT cabinets
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PRELIMINARY
X-Line Very Compact –
Full Bandwidth Line Array for
demanding applications
Whenever highest audio performance but limited size
and weight has to be combined, Electro-Voice’s X-Line
Very Compact is the answer. EV®is the only manufacturer
that offers:
• Two options of size and
performance: XLD or XLE
• Two ND2HF drivers for
maximum output & headroom
In addition X-Line Very Compact delivers:
• Unrivalled even front-to-back
and side-to-side coverage
• Easy to set-up, transport and
operate
• Complete system including
DSP, amplification, and rigging
X-Line Very Compact –
in concert & touring applications
While expectations of audio performance in terms of
SPL, natural response and uniform coverage have
expanded, demand for smaller and lighter sound systems
has increased. X-Line Very compact offers the best of
both worlds: XLD systems are capable of producing con-
cert SPL levels on full bandwidth in small to medium sized
venues. Smaller XLE-systems are ideal for critical audio
requirements where overall cluster size is highest priority.
Both systems are well suited for many types of live and
install applications.
The High Frequency Advantage
of X-Line Very Compact –
new Hydra™ Elements and
new Neodymium Drivers
EV’s Hydra™used in X-Line and XLC has an overall
height of 7-inches (17.5cm). In order to maintain the
extraordinary HF response, a new 4-inch (10cm) Hydra
was developed to match the DVN2080 8-inch woofer.
Each of the two Hydras is driven by the new ND2S, a 2”
neodymium compression driver. A single waveguide is fed
with the plane wave from the hydras resulting in wide
bandwidth, even horizontal coverage, and predictable
vertical coverage.
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PRELIMINARY
XLD281
Full bandwidth 3-way
line array element
Technical Specifications
The XLD 281 is the core element for constructing X-Line
Very Compact systems. The XLD281 is a 3 –way design using
CCT™ (Coverage Control Technology) to control horizontal
coverage to 250Hz. It uses a 8" neodymium LF transducer, a
8" neodymium LF/MB transducer, and two neodymium 2"
voice coil compression drivers combining through
2 hydra plane wave generators into a 120° x 10° waveguide.
CCT uses both 8" transducers to provide maximum low fre-
quency output and operating bandwidth while controlling
horizontal beam width to 250 Hz by using DSP. The XLD281
can be used in tri-amp mode, or in bi-amp using a sophisti-
cated internal passive network. Designed for use in arrays of
four or more elements the XLD281 delivers full bandwidth
audio with precise, predictable coverage control. Integrated
rigging with hinge points located correctly between array ele-
ments is simple to use and quickly provides uncompromised
line array performance. Ground stacking is easily done using
array rails or subwoofers as the array base.
• Full Bandwidth 3-way Element (60Hz-20kHz)
• Very Compact, Lightweight
• CCT ™(Coverage Control Technology)
• 120° Horizontal Coverage to 250 Hz
• Simple, Quick Integrated Rigging
• Versatile Subwoofer Integration
• Bi-Amp or Tri-Amp Operation
• Neodymium Transducers
• LAPS Aiming and Flying Software
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PRELIMINARY
XLD281
Full bandwidth 2-way
line array element
Technical Specifications
The XLE181 is the core element for constructing most
compact line array systems. It is a 2-way design using the
same 8” neodymium LF/MB transducer as the XLD281 and
the same dual ND2S HF driver combination with a 120° x 10°
waveguide coverage. With less than 18 kg (40lbs) per unit the
XLE offers a powerful, very compact solution for sound rein-
forcement applications with limited space and/or load capacity.
The XLE181 can be used in bi-amp mode or fullrange using a
sophisticated internal passive network. Designed for the use
in arrays of four and more elements, the XLE181 delivers full
bandwidth audio with precise, predictable coverage control.
The integrated rigging is simple to use and quickly provides
uncompromised line array performance.
• Full Bandwidth 2-Way Element (75Hz-20kHz)
• Most Compact, Very Lightweight
• Simple, Quick Integrated Rigging
• Bi-Amp or Fullrange Operation
• Neodymium Transducers
• LAPS Aiming and Flying Software
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PRELIMINARY
Xs212
double 12” side-firing
bass cabinet
Technical Specifications
The XS212 is a double 12-inch bass cabinet featuring
two of the new DVX3120 woofers. A unique configura-
tion allows side firing transducers to match the XLD281
horizontal coverage and match the rigging footprint. That
allows to either use the XS212 above or below arrays of
XLD281 or, if vertical space is limited to be flown behind
the full range array.
Depending on music style and taste the ratio of XLD to
XS212 is 3 or 4 to 1. Ground stacked one XS212 has the
same heights as two XLD281 which is convenient for
transportation.
• 2 x 12” DVX3120 Woofer
• Same Footprint & Compatible Rigging to XLD281
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DVX3120 New Generation Woofer
EV®is one of the very few loudspeaker manufactur-
ers that has a long experience, heritage and capability for
designing and building their own transducers. The
DVX3120 is the latest model from the brand new DVX-
Series. Forced-Air-Voice-Coil-Cooling provides very low
power compression for very high SPL capability, low dis-
tortion and reliability.
XLD Bottom Dolly for
convenient Transportation
The XLD bottom is suitable for two stacks of either
XLD281 or XS212. A top cover and allows for additional
stacking of other material on the top. The footprint of the
Dolly is 80cm (32 inch) by 85 cm (33.4 inch) to match
truck space by using three wide.
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System Applications: 16 XLD-Triamped (5 Segments) – Medium to Larger Venues
Cabinets: 32 XLD281, 8 XS212, 6 X-Sub Horizontal Coverage 120 degrees
Amplifiers: 24 CP3000S (2 Spare) Typical: Distance 120dB SPL @ 60 m (200ft)
Controllers: 10 Dx38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 23.6kW = 57.2kW
Cabling: 16 NL8-long, 30 NL8-short Accessories: 4 XLD Grids, 2 C-Beams, 6 XLD-Dolly, 2 XL-Dolly
5 control segments for optimized array control (can be operated optional with 4). Optional drive: 24 P3000RL
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Cabinets: 24 XLD281, 6 XS212, 4 X-Sub Horizontal Coverage 120 degrees
Amplifiers: 18 CP3000S Typical: Distance 120dB SPL @ 50 m (160 ft)
Controllers: 8 Dx38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 17.5kW = 35kW
Cabling: 12 NL8-long, 22 NL8-short Accessories: 4 XLD Grids, 2 C-Beams, 5 XLD-Dolly, 1 XL-Dolly
4 control segments for optimized array control. Optional drive: 12 CP2200 & 6 CP3000S, or 18 P3000 RL
System Applications: 12 XLD Triamped (4 Segments) – Medium to Larger Venues
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Cabinets: 12 x XLD 281, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 117dB SPL @ 40 m ( 130ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 6.400 W = 12.800 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 10 x NL8 short Accessories: 4 x XLD Grid, 2 x Coupler Beam, 3 XLD Dolly
Three control segments for optimized array control. Optional drive with 6 P3000RL & 2 P3000RL, or 6 CP2200 & 2 CP3000RL. Add subbass extension add 2 X-Subs.
System Applications: 8 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) – Very-Compact for Medium Venues
Cabinets: 16 x XLD 281, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 120 degrees
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 120dB SPL @ 50 m (160 ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 7.600 W = 15.200 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 14 x NL8 short Accessories: 4 x XLD Grid, 2 x Coupler Beam, 3 XLD Dolly
Three control segments for optimized array control. Optional drive with 6 P3000RL & 2 P3000RL, or 6 CP2200 & 2 CP3000RL. Add subbass extension add 2 X-Subs.
System Applications: 6 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) –
Very-Compact for Small to Medium Venues
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System Applications: 8 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) – Very-Compact for Medium Venues
Cabinets: 16 x XLD 281, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 120dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 7.600 W = 15.200 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 14 x NL8 short Accessories: 4 x XLD Grid, 2 x Coupler-Beam, 3 x XLD Dolly
3 contol segments for optimized array control. Optional drive: 6 x P1200RL & 2 x P3000RL, or 6 x CP2200 & 2 x CP3000RL.
For bass extension add 2 XA212 per side.
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System Applications: 6 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) –
Very-Compact for Small to Medium Venues
Cabinets: 12 x XLD 281, 2 x X-Sub Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 117dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 6.400 W = 12.800 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 10 x NL8 short Accessories: 4 x XLD Grid, 2 x Coupler-Beam, 3 x XLD Dolly
3 contol segments for optimized array control. Optional drive: 6 x P1200RL & 2 x P3000RL, or 6 x CP2200 & 2 x CP3000RL.
For subbass extension add 2 X-Subs.
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Cabinets: 18 x XLD 281, 4 x XS212, 2 X-Sub Horizontal Coverage 120 deg
Amplifiers: 3 x P3000RL, 9 x P1200RL Typical: Distance 117dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: integrated (IRIS software) Total Amp: Power 2 x 7.400 W = 14.800 W
Cabling: 11 x NL8 long, 13 x NL8 short Accessories: 3 x XLD Grid
3 segments for optimized array control. Optional Drive: 9 x CPS2.8 & 3 x CPS2.11, 6 Dx38.
System Applications: 6 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) – L-C-R for Theatre or HOW
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Cabinets: 12 XLE181, 4 XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 4 CPS 2.8, 2 CPS Typical: Distance 116dB SPL @ 35 m (115 ft)
Controllers: 2 Dx38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 4.100W = 8.200W
Cabling: 6 long, 14 short Accessories: 2 XLE Grids, 2 XLD Grids, 2 C-Beam
Typical system for auditoriums. 3 control segments. Optional drive: 4 P1200RL, 2 P3000RL
System Applications: 6 XLD-Biamp (3 Segments) – Line-Array with integrated subs
Cabinets: 12 x XLD 281, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 2 x P3000RL, 6 x P1200RL Typical: Distance 117dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: integrated (IRIS software) Total Amp: Power 2 x 7.400 W = 14.800 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 10 x NL8 short Accessories: 2 x XLD Grid
3 control segments for optimized array control. Optional Drive: 6 x CPS2.8, 2 x CPS2.11, 4 Dx38. For sub bass extension add 2 X-Sub
System Applications: XLE-181 Fullrange (3 Segments) – Medium Size Auditorium
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Cabinets: 12 x XLE 181, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 119dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 6.400 W = 12.800 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 10 x NL8 short Accessories: 2 x XLE Grid, 2 x XLD Grid, 2 x C-Beam
3 control segments for optimized array control. Optional drive: 6 x CP2200 & 2 x CP3000S. For sub bass extension add 2 X-Sub
System Applications: 6 XLE-Biamp (3 Segments) –
Very-Compact Line Array for Smaller Rooms
Cabinets: 12 x XLE 181, 4 x XS212 Horizontal Coverage 2 x 120 deg
Amplifiers: 8 x CP 3000S Typical: Distance 116dB SPL @ 40 m (130ft)
Controllers: 4 x DX38 Total Amp: Power 2 x 6.400 W = 12.800 W
Cabling: 6 x NL8 long, 10 x NL8 short Accessories: 2 x XLE Grid, 2 x XLD Grid, 2 x C-Beam
3 contol segments for optimized array control. Optional drive: 6 x CP2200 & 2 x CP3000S.
System Applications: 8 XLE-Biamp (3 Segments) –
Very-Compact Line Array for Smaller Venues
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Notes
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Americas
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USA-Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Canada-Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
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Europe, Africa & Middle-East
EVI Audio GmbH, Hirschberger Ring 45, D-94315, Straubing, Germany
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
France: EVI Audio France S.A. Parc de Courcerin, Allée Lech Walesa, F 77185 Lognes, France
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
UK: Shuttlesound Ltd., The Willows Centre, Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4NX, UK
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Asia & Pacific Rim
Japan: EVI Audio Japan Ltd. 5-3-8 Funabashi, Setagaya-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 156-0055
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Australia: EVI Audio (Aust) Pty Ltd. Slough Business Estate, Unit 23, Silverwater, N.S.W. 2128, Australia
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
China: EVI Audio (HK) Ltd. 7th Floor China Minmetals Tower, No. 79 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, HK
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Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
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