Electro-Voice Compact Full-Range Speaker EVID 4.2 User manual

EVID Surface‑mount loudspeakers
EVID 4.2, EVID 4.2W, EVID 4.2T, EVID 4.2TW, EVID 6.2, EVID 6.2W,
EVID 6.2T, EVID 6.2TW
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Table of contents
1Safety 4
2Introduction 5
2.1 Applicable products 5
2.2 Parts included 5
2.3 System features 6
2.4 Accessories 7
3Installation 9
3.1 Mounting the SAM bracket to the wall or ceiling 9
3.2 Selecting the wattage tap 9
3.3 Mounting the speaker to the SAM bracket 10
3.4 Attaching the wiring to the terminal connector and wiring the speaker 11
3.5 Installing a secondary safety cable to the safety point 12
3.6 Testing the system operation 13
4Troubleshooting 14
5Maintenance 16
5.1 Painting the EVID speakers 16
6Technical data 17
7Uniform Limited Warranty 18

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1 Safety
!
Warning!
Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals
who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of suspending objects
overhead. Electro-Voice strongly recommends that loudspeakers be suspended taking into
account all current national, federal, state, and local laws and regulations. It is the
responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance
with all such requirements. When loudspeakers are suspended, Electro-Voice strongly
recommends the system be inspected at least once per year or as laws and regulations
require. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken
immediately. The user is responsible for making sure the wall, ceiling, or structure is capable
of supporting all objects suspended overhead. Any hardware used to suspend a loudspeaker
not associated with Electro-Voice is the responsibility of others.
Safety point
As an added safety measure, it is strongly recommended to utilize a properly rated secondary
safety cable (provided by the installer) to securely fasten the speaker from the safety point on
its back to a secondary mounting structure on the building.

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2 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing EVID™ Series loudspeakers. Read through this manual to familiarize
yourself with the features, applications, and precautions before you use these products.
EVID™ Series loudspeakers use innovative design and materials to provide premium-level
performance from compact surface-mount speakers.
EVID™ 4.2 models
The compact EVID™ 4.2 delivers very full range sound from its dual 4-inch LF drivers and a 1-
inch titanium tweeter with waveguide. It is able to deliver a 110-dB sound level over a wide
coverage area. The EVID™ 4.2T includes a multi-tap transformer for 70V or 100V line
distribution systems.
EVID™ 6.2 models
The EVID™ 6.2 is an extended-range high-output loudspeaker with dual 6.5-inch woofers and a
1-inch titanium tweeter with waveguide, designed for high SPL over a wide coverage area. The
EVID™ 6.2T includes a multi-tap transformer for a 70V or 100V line distribution system.
2.1 Applicable products
This manual is applicable to these products:
8-ohm impedance
– EVID 4.2 Surface mount speaker 4" 8 Ohm bk pair
– EVID 4.2W Surface mount speaker 4" 8 Ohm wh pair
– EVID 6.2 Surface mount speaker 6" 8 Ohm bk pair
– EVID 6.2W Surface mount speaker 6" 8 Ohm wh pair
70- and 100-volt equipped units
– EVID 4.2T Surface mount speaker 4" 70/100V bk pair
– EVID 4.2TW Surface mount speaker 4" 70/100V wh pair
– EVID 6.2T Surface mount speaker 6" 70/100V bk pair
– EVID 6.2TW Surface mount speaker 6" 70/100V wh pair
2.2 Parts included
Make sure that all parts are included and not damaged. If the packaging or any parts are
damaged, contact your shipper. If any parts are missing, contact your Sales or Customer
Service Representative.
EVID 4.2 and EVID 6.2 models
Quantity Component
2 Loudspeaker system (A)
2 SAMTM assembly (B)
2 Large logo cap (C)
2 Small logo cap (C)
1 Installation manual (D)
1 Warranty card (E)

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Quantity Component
1 SAMTM mounting tool (F)
A
B
C
ED F
2.3 System features
– Line-array enhanced coverage control.
– Organic, unobtrusive shape.
– SAM™ (Strong-Arm-Mount™) system for secure and reliable mounting.
– Extremely large loudspeaker swing and rotation ranges for flexible placement and
coverage everywhere.
– Full bandwidth overload protection.
– Weather resistant and paintable.
– Dual LF transducers.
– Extended bass.
– Greater power handling and output.
– Titanium HF transducers (4.2, 6.2 waveguide coupled).
– High sensitivity.
– Shielded for video applications.
EVID 4.2 and EVID 6.2 models

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A. Shielded dual woofers
B. Coherent Coverage Waveguide horn
(4.2 and 6.2 only)
C. Dual low-frequency ports
D. Treated woofer cones
E. Durable zinc-plated steel grille (not shown)
F. Cast aluminum Strong-Arm-Mount™(SAM™)
G. Over 100 degreesof swing;90 degrees
of rotation
H. Simple keyed socket head adjustments
I. Titanium dome tweeters with neodymium
magnet structures
A
IH
G
F
(E)
D
C
B
Figure2.1: EVID features (front)
Figure2.2: EVID features (back)
2.4 Accessories
SAM™ (Strong-Arm-Mount™) System
EVID™’s SAM™ system (Strong-Arm- Mount™) excels at meeting the four requirements for
mounting FGM/BGM systems: simple, quick, versatile, and reliable.
Three easy steps and you are done:
1. Attach the surface bracket to the wall or ceiling.
2. Attach the EVID™ enclosure to the bracket with the sockethead bolt.
3. Aim the enclosure and tighten the bolt.

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SAM™ allows greater flexibility for aiming than ball-type mounts that limit range of motion
when not on center. Typical ball designs have limited rotation when pointing straight ahead,
and even that is reduced when the enclosure contacts the wall and is moved off axis. By
contrast, SAM™ allows full rotation even at full sweep.
SAM™’s range of rotation is 90°. EVID™’s curved cabinet allows it to rotate much further than a
rectangular or trapezoidal box).
90°
Figure2.3: Rotation range (90°)
SAM™’s range of sweep motion left and right on the wall is 100° for all models.
100°
Figure2.4: Sweep range (100°)

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3 Installation
3.1 Mounting the SAM bracket to the wall or ceiling
Before you mount the SAMTM bracket to the wall or ceiling:
4Determine whether you want to mount the bracket on the left or right side of the speaker
before you bolt the speaker to the bracket.
You can mount the SAM™ bracket on either side of the speaker. This enables optimal
configuration for any installation. It is best to mount the bracket on the side away from the
direction in which the speaker will be aimed. This ensures that the full swing angle is available
for aiming on that side and provides easier access to the swing tightening bolt on the wall
bracket (see Fig. 10, Step 3).
!
Warning!
Make sure the mounting surface can support more than the speaker's weight. Use only
industry-accepted fasteners and mounting methods when mounting the bracket. Consult an
expert if you are not sure.
For standard vertical installation, mount the SAM™ bracket on the side.
SAM™
Figure3.1: SAMTM mounted on side
For horizontal mounting configurations, mount the bracket on the bottom side. It is easiest
and safest, and allows mounting the speaker closer to the ceiling.
SAM™
Ceiling
Figure3.2: SAMTM mounted on bottom
3.2 Selecting the wattage tap
This instruction is applicable to EVID 4.2T , EVID 4.2TW , EVID 6.2T , and EVID 6.2TW models
only.
Before mounting the speaker to the bracket:
4Select the proper wattage tap setting for your installation.
The wattage selector switch is located at the rear of the speaker below the input terminal
panel. A guide on the back of each speaker shows which switch positions to use for the power
settings at 70V and 100V.
EVID 4.2T and
EVID 4.2TW
The power taps are 30W, 15W and 7.5W at both 70.7V and 100V, with a 3.7W tap for
70.7V only, as well as an 8Ohm transformer bypass setting.

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EVID 6.2T and
EVID 6.2TW
The power taps are 60W, 30W and 15W at both 70.7V and 100V, with a 7.5W tap for 70.7V
only, as well as an 8Ohm transformer bypass setting.
3.3 Mounting the speaker to the SAM bracket
Bolt A
(swing)
Bolt B
(rotation)
15° angle markers
Figure3.3: Tighten socket head bolts
1. Attach the speaker to the SAM™ bracket with bolt B.
2. Adjust the horizontal position of the speaker.
3. Tighten the locking bolt A with an Allen wrench (supplied).
If available, use an Allen wrench with a longer handle to make it easier to apply the
necessary force to achieve the recommended torque. Refer to Recommended torque
settings for bolts A and B.
4. Adjust the vertical angle of the speaker.
5. Tighten the locking bolt B with an Allen wrench (supplied).
If available, use an Allen wrench with a longer handle to make it easier to apply the
necessary force to achieve the recommended torque. Refer to Recommended torque
settings for bolts A and B.
Model Torque
EVID 4.2 models 30-50 in-lbs (3.4-5.2 N-m)

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Model Torque
EVID 6.2 models 70-90 in-lbs (7.9-10.2 N-m)
Table3.1: Recommended torque settings for bolts A and B
6. Attach both logo caps.
EVlogo cap
(large)
EVlogo cap
(small)
Figure3.4: Attach logo caps
3.4 Attaching the wiring to the terminal connector and wiring the
speaker
The 4-pin phoenix-style plug-in connector provides for a pass-thru audio connection to daisy-
chain a line of speakers.
– Insert the bare end of wire into the appropriate connector terminals.
– In parallel wiring, when one input connector is removed, subsequent speakers will
remain connected.
From amplifier or
previousspeaker
To next speaker
– In daisy-chaining, when one input connector is removed, subsequent speakers will
be disconnected.
From amplifier or
previousspeaker
To next speaker
– Screw down the hold-down screw until tight, using a small screwdriver.
The connector accepts up to 12 gauge wire.

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Screwdriver
Figure3.5: Tighten with screwdriver
3.5 Installing a secondary safety cable to the safety point
As an added safety measure, it is strongly recommended to utilize a properly rated secondary
safety cable (provided by the installer) to securely fasten the speaker from the safety point on
its back to a secondary mounting structure on the building.
!
Caution!
The safety point (auxiliary support ring) is not intended for primary suspension of the
loudspeaker. The safety point should only be used as a secondary safety point.
!
Caution!
Surface mount speaker’s safety cable
The safety cable should be installed with as little slack as possible. Less than 1in (25.4mm)
is preferable.
Figure3.6: Secure seismic security cable

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3.6 Testing the system operation
4After all connections are made, test the complete system operation.
Refer to
Troubleshooting, page 14 to locate many speaker-related problems.
Figure3.7: EVIDTM system
Refer to
– Troubleshooting, page 14

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4 Troubleshooting
Problem Possible causes Action
No sound Amplifier Connect a known working
test speaker to the amplifier
outputs. If there is no sound,
check that all electronics are
on, the signal routing is
correct, the source is active,
the volume is turned up, and
so on. Correct, repair or
replace as necessary. If there
is sound, the problem is in
the wiring.
Wiring Verify that you have
connected the correct wire
pairs to the amplifier. Play
something at low level
through the amplifier, for
example, from a CD player or
tuner.
Connect the test speaker in
parallel with the
malfunctioning line. If the
sound is gone or very weak,
the line has a short in it:
possibly a severe scrape,
pinch, or staple puncture. If
the sound level is normal, the
wire is open: possibly a cut
wire or missed connection.
Using the test speaker, move
down the line, test each
connection / junction until
you find the problem, and
correct it. Observe proper
polarity.
Poor low-frequency
response
Speakers wired out-of-
polarity
When two speakers are
connected out of polarity (out
of phase), the low
frequencies will cancel each
other acoustically. Carefully
observe the wire markings or
tracers on your speaker
wires. Verify that the amplifier
(+) terminal is connected to
the red speaker terminals and

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Problem Possible causes Action
the amplifier (-) terminal is
connected to the black
speaker terminals.
Improperly wired subwoofer
panel
Using a test speaker, verify
that all amplifier and speaker
wires are connected to their
proper terminals with the
correct polarity. Reversing
just one set of amplifier wires
can cut out all bass output
from the subwoofer.
Intermittent output such as
crackling or distortion
Faulty connection Check all connections at
amplifier and speakers to
ensure they are clean and
tight. If the problem persists,
it may be in the amplifier or
wiring. See other actions.
Constant noise, such as
buzzing, hissing, humming
Defective amplifier or other
electronic device
If the noise is present, but no
program material is playing,
the likely cause is the signal
chain in the electronics.
Evaluate each component as
necessary to isolate the
problem.
Poor system grounding or
ground loop
Check and correct the system
grounding, as required.
If none of these suggestions solves your problem, contact your nearest Electro-Voice
service center or Electro-Voice distributor.

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5 Maintenance
Your EVID™ system provides years of durability and reliable service. No routine maintenance is
necessary.
To clean the system:
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Never use solvents or harsh cleaning agents of any kind.
Electro-Voice® products are guaranteed against malfunction due to defects in materials or
workmanship for a specified period, as noted in the individual product line statement(s), or in
the individual product datasheet or Installation manual, beginning with the date of original
purchase. If such malfunction occurs during the specified period, the product will be repaired
or replaced (at our discretion) without charge. The product will be returned to the customer
prepaid.
5.1 Painting the EVID speakers
Painting the loudspeakers
The EVID™ 4.2 and 6.2 are made of high-impact ABS, which accepts a wide variety of paints.
1. Remove the grille and mask the baffle.
2. Clean the cabinet and grille by rubbing the speaker with a lightly dampened cloth.
!
Warning!
Do not use abrasives such as sandpaper or steel wool. Never use gasoline, kerosene, acetone,
MEK, paint thinner, harsh detergents, or other chemicals, as these agents may cause
permanent damage to the enclosure.
3. Apply latex or enamel paint.
Spraying is recommended
i
Notice!
Painting the grille
Painting the grille requires spray painting. If the grille is rolled or brush painted, the mesh
may become clogged with paint and poor sound quality may result.

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6 Technical data
1) Half space (wall mounting)
2) Long term program rating,
3dB greater than continuous
noise pink noise rating
3) Avg. half space (wall
mounting)
4) When mounting with long
axis in vertical plane
EVID 4.2 / 4.2T models EVID 6.2 / 6.2T models
Frequency range (-10 dB)
(Hz) 1
65 Hz – 20,000 Hz 62 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Power handling (program)
(W) 2
200 W 300 W
Axial sensitivity (dB SPL
1W/1m) 3
90 dBspl 1W/1m 95 dBspl 1W/1m
Nominal impedance (Ω) 8 Ω 8 Ω
Maximum sound pressure
level at a distance of 1 m (dB)
111 dB 116 dB
Coverage angle HxV (°) 4100° x 90° 100° x 90°
LF transducer size (in) 2 x 4 in 6 in
LF transducer size (mm) 90 mm 90 mm
HF transducer size (in) 1 in 1 in
HF transducer size (mm) 25 mm 25 mm
Protection Full system Full system
Suspension / Swing x
Rotation
Multi-Axis
100° x 45°
Multi-Axis
100° x 45°
Connector type Phoenix (removable screw
connector); 4-pin Phoenix
Phoenix (removable screw
connector); 4-pin Phoenix
Material Plastic (ABS) (paintable) Plastic (ABS) (paintable)
“t”-version wattage taps 70V: 3.25W
70V/100V: 7.5W, 15W,
30W, 8ohm Bypass
70V: 7.5W
70V/100V: 15W, 30W,
60W, 8ohm Bypass
Dimensions (H x W x D) (in) 9.2 in x 5.1 in x 6.5 in 16.5 in x 9 in x 11.75 in
Dimensions (H x W x D) (mm) 234 mm x 127 mm x 165 mm 419 mm x 228 mm x 298 mm
Weight (lb) 8.50 lb 12 lb
Weight (kg) 3.90 kg 5.30 kg
Shipping weight (lb) 19 lb 27 lb
Shipping weight (kg) 8.60 kg 12.30 kg
Included accessories SAM, hex key SAM, hex key

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7 Uniform Limited Warranty
Exclusions and Limitations
The Limited Warranty does not apply to:
– Exterior finish or appearance.
– Certain specific items described in the individual product-line statements, or in the
individual datasheet or Installation manual.
– Malfunction resulting from use or operation of the product other than as specified in the
product datasheet or Installation manual.
– Malfunction resulting from misuse or abuse of the product.
– Malfunction occurring at any time after repairs have been made to the product by anyone
other than Electro-Voice® Service or any of its authorized representatives.
Obtaining warranty service
To obtain warranty service, a customer must deliver the product, prepaid, to Electro-Voice®
Service or to any of its authorized service representatives, together with proof of purchase of
the product in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice.
A list of authorized service representatives is available from Electro-Voice® Service at:
12000 Portland Avenue
Burnsville, MN 55337
Phone: [phone].
Incidental and consequential damages excluded
Product repair or replacement and return to the customer are the only remedies provided to
the customer. Electro-Voice® shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
including, without limitation, injury to persons or property or loss of use. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Other Rights
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary
from state to state.
Speakers and electronics
Electro-Voice® speakers and speaker systems are guaranteed against malfunction due to
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original
purchase.
The Limited Warranty does not apply to burned voice coils or malfunctions such as cone and/
or coil damage resulting from improperly designed enclosures.
Electro-Voice® active electronics associated with the speaker systems are guaranteed for three
(3) years from the date of original purchase. Additional details are included in the Uniform
Limited Warranty statement.

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