Electro-Voice EVID Series User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Owner’s Manual

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TOC
TOC
TTable able of of ContentsContents............................................................ TOCTOC
SafeSafety ty FirstFirst .......................................................................... TOCTOC
ProduProduct ct DescrDescriptioniption ..............................................................11
WelcomeWelcome .............................................................................................. 11
ImporImportant tant FeatuFeaturesres ..............................................................11
Model SuModel Summarymmary ......................................................................22
PackiPacking ng ListList .................................................................................... 22
EVIDEVIDTMTMProduct FamilyProduct Family ..................................................33
ProduProduct Feature Idenct Feature Identificatificationtion ............................33
SAMSAMTMTM(Strong-Arm-Mount(Strong-Arm-MountTMTM) ) SSysystetemm..44
StepStep-by-Step -by-Step Installation Installation and and WiringWiring ........ 44
Step 1 - Mount the SAMStep 1 - Mount the SAMTMTMBrBracackekett..4..4
Step 2 - Select Wattage Tap (ModelsStep 2 - Select Wattage Tap (Models
4.2t 4.2t and and 6.2t 6.2t OnlyOnly))........................................................ 55
Step 3 - Mount the Speaker to theStep 3 - Mount the Speaker to the
SAMSAMTMTMBraBracketcket ..................................................................55
SStep 4 - Wire the Spetep 4 - Wire the Speakeraker ................................ 66
Step 5 - Secure the Seismic TabStep 5 - Secure the Seismic Tab
ConnConnection ection PoinPointt............................................................ 66
SStep 6 - Ttep 6 - Test Systest System Operaem Operationtion ..............66
PackPacking List (1ing List (12.1 Sub2.1 Subwoofwoofer)er) ..........................77
Product Feature Identification (12.1Product Feature Identification (12.1
SubwSubwoofeoofer)r) ......................................................................................77
Step-byStep-by-Step Installation and -Step Installation and WiringWiring
(12.1 (12.1 SubwSubwoofeoofer)r) ....................................................................88
SStep 1 tep 1 - Moun- Mount the Bt the Brackracketet ............................88
SStep 2 - Insttep 2 - Install the Saall the Safety Lifety Linene .................. 88
SStep 3 - Wire the Spetep 3 - Wire the Speakeraker ................................ 88
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Step 4 - Mount the Speaker to theStep 4 - Mount the Speaker to the
BrackBracketet ..........................................................................................99
SStep 5 - Ttep 5 - Test Systeest System Operatiom Operationn..........1010
SafetSafety Agey Agency Complincy Complianceance ................................ 1010
MainteMaintenancenance ..............................................................................1010
UnifoUniform Limited Wrm Limited Warranarrantyty ......................................1111
ExclExclusionusions s and Limitationand Limitationss.................................. 1111
ObtaObtaining Wining Warrantarranty Servicy Servicee..............................1111
Incidental and Consequential DamagesIncidental and Consequential Damages
ExclExcludeduded .......................................................................................... 1111
Other RighOther Rightsts ..............................................................................1111
SSpeakpeakers aners and Electd Electronicsronics .................................... 1111
Appendix A - Integrating the 12.1Appendix A - Integrating the 12.1
SubwooferSubwoofer ..........................................................................................1212
InstInstallatiallation Exampleon Exampless..................................................1212
Using Using the 12the 12.1 in P.1 in Passivassive Mode Modee................1212
CrossCrossover over Freq. Freq. and and ImpedImpedanceance ..............1212
Using a Separate Amplifier Channel forUsing a Separate Amplifier Channel for
the the 12.112.1 .............................................................................................. 1212
CharaCharacteriscteristics of tics of All SubAll Subwoofewoofersrs ............1212
AppenAppendix B dix B - Pain- Painting thting the Se Speakepeakerr........ 1313
PainPainting Pting Procesrocess (3.s (3.2, 4.22, 4.2, 6.2), 6.2) ..................1313
PaintPainting the Grilleing the Grille ..............................................................1313
PainPainting ting ProceProcess (1ss (12.1 S2.1 Subwoubwoofer)ofer) ......1313
AppenAppendix C - Tdix C - Troublroubleshooeshooting Tting Tableable ..1414
AppenAppendix D - Tedix D - Technicchnical Speal Specscs ........................1515
3.2/3.2/3.2t; 4.2/4.23.2t; 4.2/4.2tt..................................................................1515
6.2/66.2/6.2t; 12.1.2t; 12.1 ............................................................................1616
NoteNotess............................................................................................................1717
Safety FirstSafety First
Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals whobe attempted by individuals who
have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of rigging objects overhead. Electro-regulations of rigging objects overhead. Electro-
VVoice® strongly recommends that all speakers be oice® strongly recommends that all speakers be suspended taking into account all current national,suspended taking into account all current national,
federal, state and local regulations. It is federal, state and local regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all speakersall speakers
are safely installed in accordance with all are safely installed in accordance with all such regulations. When speakers are suspended, Electro-such regulations. When speakers are suspended, Electro-
VVoice® strongly recommends thaoice® strongly recommends that the system be inspected at least once a yeart the system be inspected at least once a year. . If any sign ofIf any sign of
weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken immediatelybe taken immediately. The user is. The user is
responsible for making sure that the responsible for making sure that the supporting surfaces, and any additional hardware used, issupporting surfaces, and any additional hardware used, is
capable of supporting the loudspeakercapable of supporting the loudspeaker. . Any hardware used to suspend a loudspeaker array that isAny hardware used to suspend a loudspeaker array that is
not provided by/associated with Electro-Voice® is the responsibility of not provided by/associated with Electro-Voice® is the responsibility of others.others.

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Product DescriptionProduct Description
WelcomeWelcome
Thank you for purchasing EVID™ SeriesThank you for purchasing EVID™ Series
loudspeakers. Read through this manualloudspeakers. Read through this manual
to familiarize yourself with the features,to familiarize yourself with the features,
applications, and precautions before youapplications, and precautions before you
use these products.use these products.
EVID™ Series loudspeakers useEVID™ Series loudspeakers use
innovative design and materials to provideinnovative design and materials to provide
premium-level performance from compactpremium-level performance from compact
surface-mount speakers.surface-mount speakers.
Four models comprise the EVID™ Series:Four models comprise the EVID™ Series:
the 6.2 with dual 6-inch LF drivers and a 1-the 6.2 with dual 6-inch LF drivers and a 1-
inch titanium tweeter with waveguide; theinch titanium tweeter with waveguide; the
4.2 with dual 4-inch LF drivers and a 1-4.2 with dual 4-inch LF drivers and a 1-
inch titanium tweeter with waveguide; theinch titanium tweeter with waveguide; the
3.2 with dual 3.5-inch LF drivers and a .75-3.2 with dual 3.5-inch LF drivers and a .75-
inch titanium direct radiator tweeter. Theinch titanium direct radiator tweeter. The
EVID™ 12.1, a subwoofer designed toEVID™ 12.1, a subwoofer designed to
augment and extend the full-range model’saugment and extend the full-range model’s
low-frequency response completes thelow-frequency response completes the
line.line.
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
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Model SummaryModel Summary
EVID™ 3.2EVID™ 3.2
Most compact of the EVID™ Series, theMost compact of the EVID™ Series, the
EVID™ 3.2 uses dual 3.5-inch LF driversEVID™ 3.2 uses dual 3.5-inch LF drivers
with a .75-inch titanium direct radiatorwith a .75-inch titanium direct radiator
tweeter to provide high-fidelity, full-rangetweeter to provide high-fidelity, full-range
sound over an extremely wide sound over an extremely wide coveragecoverage
area. The EVID™ 3.2t includes aarea. The EVID™ 3.2t includes a
transformer for 70V or 100V systems.transformer for 70V or 100V systems.
EVID™ 4.2EVID™ 4.2
The compact EVID™ 4.2 delivers very full-The compact EVID™ 4.2 delivers very full-
range sound from its dual 4-inch LFrange sound from its dual 4-inch LF
drivers and a 1-inch titanium tweeter withdrivers and a 1-inch titanium tweeter with
waveguide. It is able to deliver a 110-dBwaveguide. It is able to deliver a 110-dB
sound level over a wide coverage area.sound level over a wide coverage area.
The EVID™ 4.2t includes a multi-tapThe EVID™ 4.2t includes a multi-tap
transformer for 70V or 100V line distribu-transformer for 70V or 100V line distribu-
tion systems.tion systems.
EVID™ 6.2EVID™ 6.2
The EVID™ 6.2 is an extended-rangeThe EVID™ 6.2 is an extended-range
high-output speaker with dual 6.5-inchhigh-output speaker with dual 6.5-inch
woofers and a 1-inch titanium tweeter withwoofers and a 1-inch titanium tweeter with
waveguide, designed for high SPL over awaveguide, designed for high SPL over a
wide coverage area. The EVID™ 6.2twide coverage area. The EVID™ 6.2t
includes a multi-tap transformer for a 70Vincludes a multi-tap transformer for a 70V
or 100V line distribution system.or 100V line distribution system.
EVID™ 12.1EVID™ 12.1
This subwoofer’s unique 12-inch dual-This subwoofer’s unique 12-inch dual-
voice-coil woofer design and side/frontvoice-coil woofer design and side/front
angled port system allows for powerfulangled port system allows for powerful
low-frequency reinforcement from alow-frequency reinforcement from a
flexible, compact wall- or ceiling-mountedflexible, compact wall- or ceiling-mounted
enclosure. The EVID™ 12.1's full, richenclosure. The EVID™ 12.1's full, rich
bass is an ideal addition to any EVID™bass is an ideal addition to any EVID™
system.system.
Packing List (3.2, 4.2, 6.2)Packing List (3.2, 4.2, 6.2)
Listed and illustrated below are the partsListed and illustrated below are the parts
included in each boxed pair of EVID™included in each boxed pair of EVID™
speakers.speakers.
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speakers.speakers.
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Figure 4:Figure 4: Rotation Rotation Range Range (90°(90°))
Product DescriptionProduct Description
SAM™ (Strong-Arm-SAM™ (Strong-Arm-
Mount™) SystemMount™) System
EVID™’s SAM™ system (Strong-Arm-EVID™’s SAM™ system (Strong-Arm-
Mount™) excels at meeting the fourMount™) excels at meeting the four
requirements for mounting FGM/BGMrequirements for mounting FGM/BGM
systems: simple, quick, versatile, andsystems: simple, quick, versatile, and
reliable. Three easy steps and you arereliable. Three easy steps and you are
done: Attach the surface bracket to thedone: Attach the surface bracket to the
wall or ceiling; attach the EVID™wall or ceiling; attach the EVID™
enclosure to the bracket with the socket-enclosure to the bracket with the socket-
head bolt; aim the enclosure and tightenhead bolt; aim the enclosure and tighten
the bolt. SAM™ allows greater flexibilitythe bolt. SAM™ allows greater flexibility
for aiming than ball-type mounts that limitfor aiming than ball-type mounts that limit
range of motion when not on center.range of motion when not on center.
Typical ball designs have limited rotationTypical ball designs have limited rotation
when pointing straight ahead, and evenwhen pointing straight ahead, and even
that is reduced when the enclosurethat is reduced when the enclosure
contacts the wall and is moved off axis. Bycontacts the wall and is moved off axis. By
contrast, SAM™ allows full rotation evencontrast, SAM™ allows full rotation even
at full sweep. Figure 4 shows SAM™’sat full sweep. Figure 4 shows SAM™’s
range of rotation (note that EVID™’srange of rotation (note that EVID™’s
curved cabinet allows it to rotate muchcurved cabinet allows it to rotate much
further further [90°[90°] than a r] than a rectangular ectangular oror
trapezoidal box). Figure 5 shows the rangetrapezoidal box). Figure 5 shows the range
of sweep motion left and right on the wall.of sweep motion left and right on the wall.
All threAll three models ale models allow 100° low 100° of sidewiof sidewisese
motion.motion.
Step-by-Step InstallationStep-by-Step Installation
and Wiring (3.2, 4.2, 6.2)and Wiring (3.2, 4.2, 6.2)
Step 1: Mount the SAM™ BracketStep 1: Mount the SAM™ Bracket
to the Wallto the Wall
The SAM™ bracket can be mounted onThe SAM™ bracket can be mounted on
either side of the speaker, enablingeither side of the speaker, enabling
optimal configuration for any installation.optimal configuration for any installation.
Determine whether the bracket should beDetermine whether the bracket should be
mounted on the left or right side of themounted on the left or right side of the
speaker before you bolt the speaker tospeaker before you bolt the speaker to
the bracket. It is best to mount the bracketthe bracket. It is best to mount the bracket
on the side away from the direction inon the side away from the direction in
which the speaker will be aimed. Thiswhich the speaker will be aimed. This
ensures that the full swing angle isensures that the full swing angle is
available for aiming on that side andavailable for aiming on that side and
provides easier access to the swingprovides easier access to the swing
tightening bolt on the wall bracket (seetightening bolt on the wall bracket (see
Fig. 10, Step 3). For safety, make sure theFig. 10, Step 3). For safety, make sure the
mounting surface can support more thanmounting surface can support more than
the speaker's weight! Use only industry-the speaker's weight! Use only industry-
accepted fasteners and mountingaccepted fasteners and mounting
methods when mounting the bracket.methods when mounting the bracket.
Consult an expert if you are not sure.Consult an expert if you are not sure.
Read steps 2 and 3 before wiring theRead steps 2 and 3 before wiring the
speaker in step 4.speaker in step 4.
For standard vertical installation mount theFor standard vertical installation mount the
SAM™ bracket as shown in Figure 6. ForSAM™ bracket as shown in Figure 6. For
horizontal mounting configurations,horizontal mounting configurations,
mounting the bracket on the bottom sidemounting the bracket on the bottom side
(as in Figure 7) is easiest and safest, and(as in Figure 7) is easiest and safest, and
allows the speaker to be mounted closerallows the speaker to be mounted closer
to the ceiling.to the ceiling.
Figure 6:Figure 6: SAMSAMTMTMMounted on SideMounted on Side
Figure 5:Figure 5: Sweep Sweep Range Range (100°(100°))Figure 7:Figure 7: SAMSAMTMTMMounted on BottomMounted on Bottom
90˚90˚
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Figure 8:Figure 8: Wattage Taps (4.2t & 6.2t)Wattage Taps (4.2t & 6.2t)
Product DescriptionProduct Description
Step 2: Select Wattage TapStep 2: Select Wattage Tap
(Models 4.2t and 6.2t Only)(Models 4.2t and 6.2t Only)
Before mounting the speaker to theBefore mounting the speaker to the
bracket, select the proper wattage tapbracket, select the proper wattage tap
setting for your installation. The wattagesetting for your installation. The wattage
selector switch is located at the rear of theselector switch is located at the rear of the
speaker below the input terminal panel.speaker below the input terminal panel.
The EVID™ 4.2t and 6.2t include a switchThe EVID™ 4.2t and 6.2t include a switch
for selecting the power taps. The EVID™for selecting the power taps. The EVID™
3.2t has a single power tap.3.2t has a single power tap.
EVID™ 3.2tEVID™ 3.2t
A single (non-selectable) power tap ratedA single (non-selectable) power tap rated
at 5W@70V and [e-mail] 5W@70V and 10W@100V.
EVID™ 4.2tEVID™ 4.2t
The power taps are 30W, 15W and 7.5WThe power taps are 30W, 15W and 7.5W
at both 70.7V and 100V, with a 3.7W tapat both 70.7V and 100V, with a 3.7W tap
for 70.7V only, as well as an 8 ohmfor 70.7V only, as well as an 8 ohm
transformer bypass setting.transformer bypass setting.
EVID™ 6.2t:EVID™ 6.2t:
The power taps are 60W, 30W and 15WThe power taps are 60W, 30W and 15W
at both 70.7V and 100V, with a 7.5W tapat both 70.7V and 100V, with a 7.5W tap
for 70.7V only, as well as an 8 ohmfor 70.7V only, as well as an 8 ohm
transformer bypass setting.transformer bypass setting.
The taps for the models listed above areThe taps for the models listed above are
selected by a rotary switch on the backselected by a rotary switch on the back
panel. A panel. A guide on the guide on the back of eachback of each
speaker shows which switch positions tospeaker shows which switch positions to
use for the power settings at 70V anduse for the power settings at 70V and
100V.100V.
Figure 8 below illustrates the settings forFigure 8 below illustrates the settings for
the 4.2t and 6.2t.the 4.2t and 6.2t.
Step 3: Mount the Speaker to theStep 3: Mount the Speaker to the
SAM™ BracketSAM™ Bracket
Attach the speaker to the SAM™ bracketAttach the speaker to the SAM™ bracket
with the socket head bolt B, as shown inwith the socket head bolt B, as shown in
Figure 9.Figure 9.
Figure 10:Figure 10: Recommended TorqueRecommended Torque
Settings for Bolt ASettings for Bolt A
Using the provided security tool, tightenUsing the provided security tool, tighten
the two socket head bolts shown in Fig.the two socket head bolts shown in Fig.
9. 9. Select the Select the proper horizontal proper horizontal angle andangle and
secure it by tightening Bolt A to the propersecure it by tightening Bolt A to the proper
torque listed torque listed in Fig. 10. in Fig. 10. Then selecThen select thet the
proper vertical angle and secure it byproper vertical angle and secure it by
tightetightening Bolt B. ning Bolt B. Use the Use the 15° 15° angleangle
markers as your guide (see Fig. 9). Attachmarkers as your guide (see Fig. 9). Attach
both logo caps as shown in Figure 11both logo caps as shown in Figure 11
after tightening and securing the speaker.after tightening and securing the speaker.
4.2t4.2t 6.2t6.2t
Figure 11:Figure 11: Attach Logo CapsAttach Logo Caps
EV logo capEV logo cap
(large)(large)
EV logo capEV logo cap
(small)(small)
Figure 9:Figure 9: Tighten Socket Head BoltsTighten Socket Head Bolts
Bolt ABolt A
(swing)(swing)
Bolt BBolt B
(rotation)(rotation)
15˚ angle markers15˚ angle markers
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
Step 4: Attach the Wiring to theStep 4: Attach the Wiring to the
Terminal Connector and Wire theTerminal Connector and Wire the
SpeakerSpeaker
The 4-pin phoenix-style plug-in connectorThe 4-pin phoenix-style plug-in connector
provides for a pass-thru audio connectionprovides for a pass-thru audio connection
to daisy-cto daisy-chain a hain a line of line of speakers. speakers. InsertInsert
the bare end of wire into the appropriatethe bare end of wire into the appropriate
connector terminals as described below.connector terminals as described below.
For pFor parallel wiring, arallel wiring, see Figsee Figure 12. ure 12. WhenWhen
one input connector is removed, subse-one input connector is removed, subse-
quent speakers will remain connected.quent speakers will remain connected.
For daisFor daisy-chaining, sy-chaining, see Figure ee Figure 13. 13. WhenWhen
one input connector is removed, subse-one input connector is removed, subse-
quent speakers will be disconnected.quent speakers will be disconnected.
Screw down the hold-down screw untilScrew down the hold-down screw until
tight, using a small screwdriver. Seetight, using a small screwdriver. See
Figure 14. Figure 14. The conneThe connector accepts ctor accepts up toup to
12 gauge wire.12 gauge wire.
Step 5: Secure the Seismic TabStep 5: Secure the Seismic Tab
Connection PointConnection Point
The rear of the enclosure includes anThe rear of the enclosure includes an
eyebolt for connection to a seismiceyebolt for connection to a seismic
restraint. Connect it to a properly ratedrestraint. Connect it to a properly rated
hardware fitting that is securely installedhardware fitting that is securely installed
independently of the SAM™ bracket. Evenindependently of the SAM™ bracket. Even
if your local construction code does notif your local construction code does not
require the installation of secondaryrequire the installation of secondary
support, its use is highly recommended forsupport, its use is highly recommended for
further security.further security.
Step 6: TStep 6: Test Sysest System Opertem Operationation
After all connections are made, test theAfter all connections are made, test the
complete system operation. Appendix Ccomplete system operation. Appendix C
(page 14) contains a troubleshooting table(page 14) contains a troubleshooting table
to assist in locating many speaker-relatedto assist in locating many speaker-related
problems.problems.
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Figure 12:Figure 12: Parallel WiringParallel Wiring
Figure 13:Figure 13: Daisy-Chain WiringDaisy-Chain Wiring
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
Packing List (12.1 Subwoofer)Packing List (12.1 Subwoofer)
Below is the list of parts included with theBelow is the list of parts included with the
EVID™ 12.1 subwoofer. The parts areEVID™ 12.1 subwoofer. The parts are
illustrated in Figure 17.illustrated in Figure 17.
Product Feature IdentificationProduct Feature Identification
The 12.1 subwoofer comes with a dual-The 12.1 subwoofer comes with a dual-
mode mounting bracket that enables themode mounting bracket that enables the
unit to be easily mounted at either a wall/unit to be easily mounted at either a wall/
wall (corner) or on a wall/ceiling (midwall)wall (corner) or on a wall/ceiling (midwall)
junction. The included forged junction. The included forged steel eyeboltsteel eyebolt
provides the installer a solid attachmentprovides the installer a solid attachment
point for a safety line. The 12.1 subwooferpoint for a safety line. The 12.1 subwoofer
may also be safely installed protruding justmay also be safely installed protruding just
2 3/4" down through a standard sus-2 3/4" down through a standard sus-
pended ceiling grid. See installationpended ceiling grid. See installation
instructions.instructions.
Illustrated below are the major compo-Illustrated below are the major compo-
nents of the EVID™ Series 12.1nents of the EVID™ Series 12.1
subwoofer.subwoofer.
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
Step-by-Step InstallationStep-by-Step Installation
and Wiring (12.1and Wiring (12.1
Subwoofer)Subwoofer)
Step 1: Mount the BracketStep 1: Mount the Bracket
The mounting bracket can be installed twoThe mounting bracket can be installed two
ways (see Figures 20 and 21), allowingways (see Figures 20 and 21), allowing
optimal configurations for installations.optimal configurations for installations.
Leave 1.5" of space between theLeave 1.5" of space between the
bracket and the ceiling when installingbracket and the ceiling when installing
in a corner!in a corner!
Attach the bracket to the wall with suitableAttach the bracket to the wall with suitable
fasteners screwed into structural membersfasteners screwed into structural members
in the wall.in the wall. Remember: It is theRemember: It is the
installer's responsibility to insure thatinstaller's responsibility to insure that
the structure can safely support thethe structure can safely support the
load.load.
Step 2: Install the Safety LineStep 2: Install the Safety Line
Using accepted safe rigging practices,Using accepted safe rigging practices,
secure one end of a suitable safety linesecure one end of a suitable safety line
(use cable, not chain, which will rattle) to a(use cable, not chain, which will rattle) to a
strong, secure point above the speaker, astrong, secure point above the speaker, a
point that can withstand the shock of thepoint that can withstand the shock of the
falling speaker. This is especiallyfalling speaker. This is especially
important in public spaces constructedimportant in public spaces constructed
with light-gauge steel studs.with light-gauge steel studs. Do notDo not
attach the safety line to the bracket!attach the safety line to the bracket!TheThe
safety line should prevent the speakersafety line should prevent the speaker
from falling if the bracket tears loose fromfrom falling if the bracket tears loose from
the wall. Secure the other end to thethe wall. Secure the other end to the
eyebolt that is fully threaded into theeyebolt that is fully threaded into the
enclosure.enclosure.
Step 3: Wire the SpeakerStep 3: Wire the Speaker
The amplifier and satellite speakers areThe amplifier and satellite speakers are
wired as shown in Figure 22. It is highlywired as shown in Figure 22. It is highly
advisable to support the unit while theseadvisable to support the unit while these
connections are being made. Connect allconnections are being made. Connect all
wires to the speaker at the back terminalwires to the speaker at the back terminal
plate observing proper polarity of theplate observing proper polarity of the
connections. The push-terminals acceptconnections. The push-terminals accept
stranded wire up to 14 gauge. When usingstranded wire up to 14 gauge. When using
two satellites, wire the speakers directlytwo satellites, wire the speakers directly
into the output terminals of the panel. Fourinto the output terminals of the panel. Four
satellites may be connected either as twosatellites may be connected either as two
pairs directly to the output terminals orpairs directly to the output terminals or
with daisy-chain wiring as in Figure 23.with daisy-chain wiring as in Figure 23.
Figure 20:Figure 20: Corner Installation (TopCorner Installation (Top
View)View)
Figure 21:Figure 21: Midwall Installation (SideMidwall Installation (Side
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Figure 22:Figure 22: Direct Wiring PlanDirect Wiring Plan
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
Step 4: Mount the Speaker to theStep 4: Mount the Speaker to the
BracketBracket
First remove the two Phillips-head screwsFirst remove the two Phillips-head screws
on the rear of the enclosure. Use theon the rear of the enclosure. Use the
supplied eyebolt to mount one mountingsupplied eyebolt to mount one mounting
clip to the top of the speaker as shown inclip to the top of the speaker as shown in
Figure 24. Check to make sure that theFigure 24. Check to make sure that the
wiring connections to the amplifier and thewiring connections to the amplifier and the
satellite speakers are correct and secure.satellite speakers are correct and secure.
For corner mountingFor corner mounting
Attach the four rubber mounting feet to theAttach the four rubber mounting feet to the
front side edges, and secure the safetyfront side edges, and secure the safety
line to the eyebolt. Lift the enclosure up toline to the eyebolt. Lift the enclosure up to
the ceiling and center it back it into thethe ceiling and center it back it into the
corner until it touches the bracket rungs,corner until it touches the bracket rungs,
then carefully lower it so the top clip hooksthen carefully lower it so the top clip hooks
over the top rung of the bracket (1). Insertover the top rung of the bracket (1). Insert
one of the 3/8-16-thread Phillips-headone of the 3/8-16-thread Phillips-head
screws through the remaining clip and,screws through the remaining clip and,
with the clip pointing up, thread the screwwith the clip pointing up, thread the screw
finger-tight into the lower mtg. hole on thefinger-tight into the lower mtg. hole on the
enclosure (2, 3). Level the clip and tightenenclosure (2, 3). Level the clip and tighten
securely with a #3 right-angle Phillipssecurely with a #3 right-angle Phillips
screwdriver.screwdriver.
For midwall mountingFor midwall mounting
Attach the four rubber mounting feet insideAttach the four rubber mounting feet inside
the corners on the side of the enclosurethe corners on the side of the enclosure
that will be against the wall and attach thethat will be against the wall and attach the
safety line to the eyebolt. Insert one of thesafety line to the eyebolt. Insert one of the
3/8-16-thread Phillips-head screws3/8-16-thread Phillips-head screws
through the remaining clip and keep itthrough the remaining clip and keep it
within arm's reach. Lift the enclosure up towithin arm's reach. Lift the enclosure up to
the ceiling and bring its back into contactthe ceiling and bring its back into contact
with the bracket rungs. Slide the enclosurewith the bracket rungs. Slide the enclosure
sideways to engage the clip over onesideways to engage the clip over one
bracket rung (1) and, while holding it tightbracket rung (1) and, while holding it tight
against both rungs, insert the 3/8-16-against both rungs, insert the 3/8-16-
thread screw with its clip into the remain-thread screw with its clip into the remain-
ing mounting hole so the clip engages theing mounting hole so the clip engages the
remaining bracket rung (2, 3). Finger-remaining bracket rung (2, 3). Finger-
tighten the screw and straighten the clip.tighten the screw and straighten the clip.
The enclosure may now be released. It willThe enclosure may now be released. It will
slide down the rungs until the four rubberslide down the rungs until the four rubber
feet are snug against the wall. Using a #3feet are snug against the wall. Using a #3
right-angle Phillips screwdriver, securelyright-angle Phillips screwdriver, securely
tighten the second Phillips-head screw.tighten the second Phillips-head screw.
Gently rotate the EV® logo a quarter turnGently rotate the EV® logo a quarter turn
and press firmly at its center to seat itand press firmly at its center to seat it
securely into its mounting hole. See Figuresecurely into its mounting hole. See Figure
25 on p. 10.25 on p. 10.
Even though the enclosure hangs from theEven though the enclosure hangs from the
top clip, always install the lower one totop clip, always install the lower one to
secure against possible disengagement ofsecure against possible disengagement of
the top clip. Straighten the EV® logo andthe top clip. Straighten the EV® logo and
press firmly at its center to seat it securelypress firmly at its center to seat it securely
into its mounting hole.into its mounting hole.
Figure 23:Figure 23: Daisy-Chain Wiring PlanDaisy-Chain Wiring Plan Figure 24:Figure 24: Corner MountingCorner Mounting
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Product DescriptionProduct Description
Mounting through a suspendedMounting through a suspended
ceiling gridceiling grid
On the rear of the enclosure install andOn the rear of the enclosure install and
tighten two 3/8-16-thread forged steeltighten two 3/8-16-thread forged steel
eyebolts (one is included) with a 3/8" flateyebolts (one is included) with a 3/8" flat
washer under each. Cut two pieces ofwasher under each. Cut two pieces of
ordinary drop ceiling L angle (wall track)ordinary drop ceiling L angle (wall track)
23 3/4" long and screw them to the top23 3/4" long and screw them to the top
and bottom of the enclosure with 3/4"-and bottom of the enclosure with 3/4"-
lomg sheet metal screws, as shown inlomg sheet metal screws, as shown in
Figure 26. Connect all the wires andFigure 26. Connect all the wires and
suspend the enclosure, face down, by thesuspend the enclosure, face down, by the
eyebolts in accordance with accepted safeeyebolts in accordance with accepted safe
rigging practice. Adjust the length of therigging practice. Adjust the length of the
rigging cables so the tips of the installed Lrigging cables so the tips of the installed L
angles just rest on the ceiling cross-tees.angles just rest on the ceiling cross-tees.
This stabilizes the enclosure from rocking.This stabilizes the enclosure from rocking.
Trim the ceiling panel to fit the newTrim the ceiling panel to fit the new
opening(s) and drop into place. It is theopening(s) and drop into place. It is the
installer's responsibility to assure that theinstaller's responsibility to assure that the
chosen rigging points are strong enough tochosen rigging points are strong enough to
support the load.support the load. Warning: Never try toWarning: Never try to
install this speaker in a suspendedinstall this speaker in a suspended
ceiling without proper rigging support!ceiling without proper rigging support!
Floor MountingFloor Mounting
The EVID™ 12.1 may be placed directlyThe EVID™ 12.1 may be placed directly
on the floor in a corner or on its side alongon the floor in a corner or on its side along
a straight wall by simply attaching the foura straight wall by simply attaching the four
rubber mounting feet to the side that willrubber mounting feet to the side that will
sit on the floor.sit on the floor.
Step 5: TStep 5: Test Sysest System Opertem Operationation
After all connections are made test theAfter all connections are made test the
complete system operation. Appendix Ccomplete system operation. Appendix C
on p. 14 contains a troubleshooting guideon p. 14 contains a troubleshooting guide
to assist in locating a variety of speakerto assist in locating a variety of speaker
related problems.related problems.
Safety Agency ComplianceSafety Agency Compliance
The EVID™ 12.1 bracket system hasThe EVID™ 12.1 bracket system has
successfully passed EIA 636 at a safetysuccessfully passed EIA 636 at a safety
factor of 8:1. The bracket system isfactor of 8:1. The bracket system is
intended to support the EVID™ 12.1 only.intended to support the EVID™ 12.1 only.
Do not use it for any other purpose. NeverDo not use it for any other purpose. Never
set anything on, or hang anything from,set anything on, or hang anything from,
the EVID™ 12.1 enclosure when usingthe EVID™ 12.1 enclosure when using
this bracket.this bracket.
For a copy of the model-specific CEFor a copy of the model-specific CE
Declaration of Conformity, contact Electro-Declaration of Conformity, contact Electro-
Voice at the address listed at the end ofVoice at the address listed at the end of
this manual.this manual.
MaintenanceMaintenance
Your EVID™ system has been designedYour EVID™ system has been designed
and manufactured to provide years ofand manufactured to provide years of
durability and reliable service. No routinedurability and reliable service. No routine
maintenance is necessary. Units may bemaintenance is necessary. Units may be
cleaned by wiping with a soft, damp cloth.cleaned by wiping with a soft, damp cloth.
Never use solvents or harsh cleaningNever use solvents or harsh cleaning
agents of any kind.agents of any kind.
Figure 25:Figure 25: Midwall MountingMidwall Mounting Figure 26:Figure 26: Attach L-Angles toAttach L-Angles to
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Uniform Limited WarrantyUniform Limited Warranty
Electro-VElectro-Voice® products oice® products are guaranteedare guaranteed
against malfunction due to defects inagainst malfunction due to defects in
materials or workmanship for a specifiedmaterials or workmanship for a specified
period, as noted in the individual product-period, as noted in the individual product-
line statement(s) below, or in the individualline statement(s) below, or in the individual
product data sheet or owner's manual,product data sheet or owner's manual,
beginning with the date of originalbeginning with the date of original
purchase. If such malfunction occurspurchase. If such malfunction occurs
during the specified period, the product willduring the specified period, the product will
be repaired or replaced (at our discretion)be repaired or replaced (at our discretion)
without charge. The product will bewithout charge. The product will be
returned to the customer prepaid.returned to the customer prepaid.
Exclusions and Exclusions and LimitationsLimitations
The Limited Warranty does not apply to:The Limited Warranty does not apply to:
(a) exterior finish or appearance; (b)(a) exterior finish or appearance; (b)
certain specific items described in thecertain specific items described in the
individual product-line statements individual product-line statements belowbelow,,
or in the individual product sheet oror in the individual product sheet or
owner's manual; (c) malfunction resultingowner's manual; (c) malfunction resulting
from use or operation of the product otherfrom use or operation of the product other
than as specified in the product data sheetthan as specified in the product data sheet
or owner's manual; (d) malfunctionor owner's manual; (d) malfunction
resulting from misuse or abuse of theresulting from misuse or abuse of the
product; or (e) malfunction occurring atproduct; or (e) malfunction occurring at
any time after repairs have been made toany time after repairs have been made to
the product by anyone other than Electro-the product by anyone other than Electro-
Voice® Service or any of its authorizedVoice® Service or any of its authorized
representatives.representatives.
Obtaining Warranty ServiceObtaining Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, a customerTo obtain warranty service, a customer
must deliver the product, prepaid, tomust deliver the product, prepaid, to
Electro-Voice® Service or to any of itsElectro-Voice® Service or to any of its
authorized service representatives,authorized service representatives,
together with proof of purchase of thetogether with proof of purchase of the
product in the form of a bill of sale orproduct in the form of a bill of sale or
receipted invoice. A list of authorizedreceipted invoice. A list of authorized
service representatives is available fromservice representatives is available from
Electro-Voice® Service at 12000 PortlandElectro-Voice® Service at 12000 Portland
Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337. Ph: (877)Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337. Ph: (877)
863-4166.863-4166.
Incidental and ConsequentialIncidental and Consequential
Damages ExcludedDamages Excluded
Product repair or replacement and returnProduct repair or replacement and return
to the customer are the only remediesto the customer are the only remedies
provided to provided to the customer. Electro-Voice®the customer. Electro-Voice®
shall not be liable for any incidental orshall not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages including, withoutconsequential damages including, without
limitation, injury to persons or property orlimitation, injury to persons or property or
loss of use. Some states do not allow theloss of use. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental orexclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the aboveconsequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply tolimitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.you.
Other RightsOther Rights
This warranty gives you specific legalThis warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rightsrights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.which vary from state to state.
Speakers and ElectronicsSpeakers and Electronics
Electro-Voice® Speakers and SpeakerElectro-Voice® Speakers and Speaker
Systems are guaranteed against malfunc-Systems are guaranteed against malfunc-
tion due to defects in materials ortion due to defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of five (5) yearsworkmanship for a period of five (5) years
from the date of original purchase. Thefrom the date of original purchase. The
Limited Warranty does not apply to burnedLimited Warranty does not apply to burned
voice coils or malfunctions such as conevoice coils or malfunctions such as cone
and/or coil damage resulting fromand/or coil damage resulting from
improperly designed enclosures. Electro-improperly designed enclosures. Electro-
Voice® active electronics associated withVoice® active electronics associated with
the speaker systems are guaranteed forthe speaker systems are guaranteed for
three (3) years from the date of originalthree (3) years from the date of original
purchase. Additional details are included inpurchase. Additional details are included in
the Uniform Limited Warranty statement.the Uniform Limited Warranty statement.

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Appendix A: Integrating the SubwooferAppendix A: Integrating the Subwoofer
Installation ExamplesInstallation Examples
The EVID™ Series is a product family withThe EVID™ Series is a product family with
the flexibility to fit the requirements ofthe flexibility to fit the requirements of
many different applications. Listed belowmany different applications. Listed below
are some suggested combinations forare some suggested combinations for
systems using the 12.1.systems using the 12.1.
••Rich, fRich, full-soull-soundinunding low-lg low-level bevel backgrackgroundound
music and paging in a quiet restaurant,music and paging in a quiet restaurant,
office, or retail space: two EVID™ 3.2soffice, or retail space: two EVID™ 3.2s
in parallel on each output of a 12.1.in parallel on each output of a 12.1.
••ModerModerate-leate-level muvel music asic and pnd paging aging in ain a
sports bar/restaurant or upbeat retailsports bar/restaurant or upbeat retail
space: two EVID™ 4.2s in parallel onspace: two EVID™ 4.2s in parallel on
each output of a 12.1.each output of a 12.1.
••HigheHigher-lever-level forel foregrounground musd music in ic in bassbass--
heavy applications such as dance floors,heavy applications such as dance floors,
amusement arcades, or loud bars: useamusement arcades, or loud bars: use
one EVID™ 6.2 on each output of 12.1.one EVID™ 6.2 on each output of 12.1.
EVID™ systems may be used together.EVID™ systems may be used together.
For example, a large hotel might use eightFor example, a large hotel might use eight
3.2s and two 12.1s in the dining room,3.2s and two 12.1s in the dining room,
eight 4.2s and two 12.1s in the lounge,eight 4.2s and two 12.1s in the lounge,
four 6.2s with two 12.1s surrounding thefour 6.2s with two 12.1s surrounding the
dance floor, 6.2s around the pool, 6.2s ordance floor, 6.2s around the pool, 6.2s or
4.2s with or without 12.1s in the lobby, and4.2s with or without 12.1s in the lobby, and
3.2s in the corridors.3.2s in the corridors.
Crossover Frequency andCrossover Frequency and
ImpedanceImpedance
The EVID™ 12.1 is designed to be usedThe EVID™ 12.1 is designed to be used
as a as a passive subwooferpassive subwoofer. No . No additionaladditional
amplifiers or signal processors areamplifiers or signal processors are
required to achieve full benefit of therequired to achieve full benefit of the
12.1's performance. The built-in passive12.1's performance. The built-in passive
stereo crossover sends the lowest notesstereo crossover sends the lowest notes
of both stereo channels to the 12" dual-coilof both stereo channels to the 12" dual-coil
bass driver and reduces the amount of lowbass driver and reduces the amount of low
frequencies sent to the satellite speakers.frequencies sent to the satellite speakers.
This allows them to play louder andThis allows them to play louder and
cleaner while presenting a more even,cleaner while presenting a more even,
amplifier-friendly impedance load than if allamplifier-friendly impedance load than if all
the speakers were connected in parallel.the speakers were connected in parallel.
The EVID™ 12.1's crossover tunes aThe EVID™ 12.1's crossover tunes a
combination of electrical and acousticcombination of electrical and acoustic
characteristics to complement thecharacteristics to complement the
response of the full-range EVID™ models.response of the full-range EVID™ models.
The crossover point is set electrically inThe crossover point is set electrically in
the 160Hz range with a topology thatthe 160Hz range with a topology that
enables the nominal system impedance toenables the nominal system impedance to
be determined by the number of satellitesbe determined by the number of satellites
per channel.per channel.
Using a Using a Separate Separate AmplifierAmplifier
Channel for the 12.1Channel for the 12.1
In certain specialized applications, it mayIn certain specialized applications, it may
be desirable to drive the subwoofer with abe desirable to drive the subwoofer with a
separate amplifier channel. In theseseparate amplifier channel. In these
applications the active crossover pointapplications the active crossover point
must be at or below 160Hz so as not tomust be at or below 160Hz so as not to
interfere with the built-in passive cross-interfere with the built-in passive cross-
over. Both sections (left and right inputs)over. Both sections (left and right inputs)
must be connected in parallel (4 ohmmust be connected in parallel (4 ohm
system impedance) when operating as asystem impedance) when operating as a
mono device. No load resistors aremono device. No load resistors are
necessary on the hi-pass outputs.necessary on the hi-pass outputs.
Characteristics of AllCharacteristics of All
SubwoofersSubwoofers
While subwoofers do radiate soundWhile subwoofers do radiate sound
omnidirectionally (in all directions) and theomnidirectionally (in all directions) and the
sound is generally non-localizable (onesound is generally non-localizable (one
can't hear exactly where it comes from),can't hear exactly where it comes from),
subwoofer sound level still drops off thesubwoofer sound level still drops off the
farther one moves from the subwoofer.farther one moves from the subwoofer.
The highest output and best room loadingThe highest output and best room loading
are accomplished with the subwooferare accomplished with the subwoofer
mounted in a corner at a three-boundarymounted in a corner at a three-boundary
junction (wall/wall/ceiling junction (wall/wall/ceiling or wall/wall/floor,or wall/wall/floor,
an arrangement also referred to as 1/8an arrangement also referred to as 1/8
space). Mounting at a two-boundaryspace). Mounting at a two-boundary
junction (wall/ceiling, junction (wall/ceiling, or 1/4 or 1/4 space)space)
produces three dB less output, andproduces three dB less output, and
mounting in the middle of a room in themounting in the middle of a room in the
ceiling (1/2 space) reduces output stillceiling (1/2 space) reduces output still
another three dB.another three dB.
Subwoofers produce large amounts ofSubwoofers produce large amounts of
long-wavelength low-frequency long-wavelength low-frequency energyenergy..
Every object has its own resonantEvery object has its own resonant
frequencyfrequency, and , and long wavelengths tend tolong wavelengths tend to
excite large objects (like walls, floors,excite large objects (like walls, floors,
doors and ceiling panels). Anything loosedoors and ceiling panels). Anything loose
in or on a ceiling or wall will buzz or rattlein or on a ceiling or wall will buzz or rattle
as a subwoofer's level is increased. Mostas a subwoofer's level is increased. Most
of these can be isolated and fixed withof these can be isolated and fixed with
small, strategically placed bits of foamsmall, strategically placed bits of foam
tape. Others may require driving additionaltape. Others may require driving additional
nails or screws and perhaps somenails or screws and perhaps some
caulking to dampen their sympatheticcaulking to dampen their sympathetic
movement. Be aware that as bass levelsmovement. Be aware that as bass levels
increase, so does the likelihood of rattlesincrease, so does the likelihood of rattles
and buzzes.and buzzes.

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Appendix B: Painting the EVIDAppendix B: Painting the EVIDTMTMSpeakersSpeakers
The 12.1 subwoofer is a painted woodThe 12.1 subwoofer is a painted wood
enclosure which can easily be repainted.enclosure which can easily be repainted.
Painting ProcessPainting Process
(3.2, 4.2, 6.2)(3.2, 4.2, 6.2)
The EVID™ 3.2, 4.2 and 6.2 are made ofThe EVID™ 3.2, 4.2 and 6.2 are made of
high-impact ABS, which accepts a widehigh-impact ABS, which accepts a wide
variety of paints.variety of paints.
••RemovRemove the e the grille grille and mand mask task the bahe baffle.ffle.
••Clean Clean the cathe cabinet abinet and grilnd grille by rle by rubbinubbingg
the speaker with a lightly dampenedthe speaker with a lightly dampened
cloth. Do not, however, use abrasivescloth. Do not, however, use abrasives
such as sandpaper or steel wool. Neversuch as sandpaper or steel wool. Never
use gasoline, kerosene, acetone, MEK,use gasoline, kerosene, acetone, MEK,
paint thinner, harsh detergents, or otherpaint thinner, harsh detergents, or other
chemicals, as these agents may causechemicals, as these agents may cause
permanent damage to the enclosure.permanent damage to the enclosure.
••After After cleancleaning, aing, apply lpply latex oatex or enamr enamelel
paint. Spraying is recommendedpaint. Spraying is recommended
Painting the GrillePainting the Grille
••PaintiPainting tng the ghe grille rille requirrequires ses spraypray
painting. If the grille is rolled or brushpainting. If the grille is rolled or brush
painted, the mesh may become cloggedpainted, the mesh may become clogged
with paint and poor sound quality maywith paint and poor sound quality may
result.result.
Painting ProcessPainting Process
(12.1 Subwoofer)(12.1 Subwoofer)
••RemovRemove the e the four sfour screws crews secursecuring thing thee
front hatch and lift off the hatch panel.front hatch and lift off the hatch panel.
Carefully twist and lift off the EV® logoCarefully twist and lift off the EV® logo
and set it aside.and set it aside.
••The foThe foam griam grille blolle blocks acks are helre held in pd in placelace
by sharp pins protruding through theby sharp pins protruding through the
baffle board. Note the relative position ofbaffle board. Note the relative position of
the foam and carefully lift the blocks offthe foam and carefully lift the blocks off
the pins. Mask around the input panelthe pins. Mask around the input panel
with tape and tape a piece of heavywith tape and tape a piece of heavy
paper over the woofer. It is not neces-paper over the woofer. It is not neces-
sary to remove any components.sary to remove any components.
••Clean Clean the cathe cabinetbinet, brack, bracket and et and clipclips bys by
rubbing with a lightly dampened cloth.rubbing with a lightly dampened cloth.
Do not use abrasives such as sandpaperDo not use abrasives such as sandpaper
or steel wool. Never use gasoline,or steel wool. Never use gasoline,
kerosene, acetone, MEK, paint thinner,kerosene, acetone, MEK, paint thinner,
harsh detergents, or other chemicals, asharsh detergents, or other chemicals, as
these agents may cause permanentthese agents may cause permanent
damage to the enclosure.damage to the enclosure.
••AfteAfter clear cleaningning, appl, apply two y two or moror more twoe two
thin coats of either latex or oil-basedthin coats of either latex or oil-based
paint. Spraying is recommended, but apaint. Spraying is recommended, but a
brush and small roller work very well. Itbrush and small roller work very well. It
is not necessary to paint all the way upis not necessary to paint all the way up
to the woofer. Only the visible surfacesto the woofer. Only the visible surfaces
need to be painted: the hatch front andneed to be painted: the hatch front and
side edges, the exposed enclosureside edges, the exposed enclosure
surfaces down to the hatch gaskets andsurfaces down to the hatch gaskets and
about halfway under where the foamabout halfway under where the foam
blocks sit. Likewise, the back sides ofblocks sit. Likewise, the back sides of
the bracket and clips need not bethe bracket and clips need not be
painted. The hatch screw heads may bepainted. The hatch screw heads may be
painted, if desired.painted, if desired.
••When When the pthe paint iaint is thos thoroughroughly dryly dry,,
carefully unmask everything. Replacecarefully unmask everything. Replace
the foam blocks, pressing them gentlythe foam blocks, pressing them gently
down onto the sharp pins. Replace thedown onto the sharp pins. Replace the
hatch cover and tighten the four screws.hatch cover and tighten the four screws.
Locate the small center hole, properlyLocate the small center hole, properly
orient the EV® logo, and press it firmlyorient the EV® logo, and press it firmly
into place at its center to reseat it in theinto place at its center to reseat it in the
mounting hole.mounting hole.

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Appendix D: Technical SpecificationsAppendix D: Technical Specifications
SSppeecciiffiiccaattiioonn33..22//33..22tt44..22//44..22tt
Frequency ResponseFrequency Response11885 5 HHzz--220 0 kkHHzz665 5 HHzz--220 0 kkHHzz
(-10 dB)(-10 dB)
Power HandlingPower Handling2211550 0 wwaattttss22000 0 wwaattttss
SensitivitySensitivity33887 7 ddBB, , 1 1 WW//1 1 mm990 0 ddBB, , 1 1 WW//1 1 mm
IImmppeeddaannccee8 8 oohhmmss8 8 oohhmmss
MMaax x SSPPLL11004 4 ddBB11111 1 ddBB
Horizontal CoverageHorizontal Coverage44112200°°110000°°
VeVertical rtical CoverageCoverage44111100°°9900°°
LLF F TTrraannssdduucceerr2 2 × × 33..55" " ((990 0 mmmm))2 2 × × 44" " ((990 0 mmmm))
HHF F TTrraannssdduucceerr..7755" " ((220 0 mmmm))11" " ((225 5 mmmm))
PPrrootteeccttiioonnFFuulll l SSyysstteemmFFuulll l SSyysstteemm
SSuussppeennssiioonn//MMuullttii--AAxxiissMMuullttii--AAxxiiss
SSwwiinng g × × RRoottaattiioonn110000° ° × × 4455°°110000° ° × × 4455°°
TTeerrmmiinnaallss44--PPiin n PPhhooeenniixx--SSttyyllee44--PPiin n PPhhooeenniixx--SSttyyllee
PPlluugg--IIn n CCoonnnneeccttoorrPPlluugg--IIn n CCoonnnneeccttoorr
EEnncclloossuurre e MMaatteerriiaallAABBS S ((ppaaiinnttaabbllee))AABBS S ((ppaaiinnttaabbllee))
""tt""--vveerrssiioon n wwaattttaagge e ttaappss5 5 W W 770 0 VV//110 0 W W 11000 0 VV770 0 VV: : 33..225 5 WW
70 V/100 V: 7.5 W, 15 W, 30 W,70 V/100 V: 7.5 W, 15 W, 30 W,
8 ohm Bypass8 ohm Bypass
DDiimmeennssiioonnss99..22" " × × 55..11" " × × 66..55""1122..22" " × × 66..99" " × × 88..55""
22334 4 × × 11227 7 × × 11665 5 mmmm33110 0 × × 11775 5 × × 22116 6 mmmm
NNeet t WWeeiigghht t ((eeaacchh))33..3 3 llbbs s ((11..5 5 kkgg))88..5 5 ((33..9 9 kkgg))
SShhiippppiinng g WWeeiigghht t ((ppaaiirr))88..6 6 llbbs s ((33..9 9 kkgg))119 9 llbbs s ((88..6 6 kkgg))
IInncclluuddeed d AAcccceessssoorriieessSSAAMM, , hheex x kkeeyySSAAMM, , hheex x kkeeyy
11Half space (wall mounting)Half space (wall mounting)
22Long Term Program Rating, 3 dB greater than continuous noise pink noise ratingLong Term Program Rating, 3 dB greater than continuous noise pink noise rating
33Avg. Half Space (wall mounting)Avg. Half Space (wall mounting)
44When mounting with long axis in vertical planeWhen mounting with long axis in vertical plane

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Appendix D: Technical SpecificationsAppendix D: Technical Specifications
SSppeecciiffiiccaattiioonn66..22//66..22tt1122..11
Frequency ResponseFrequency Response11662 2 HHzz--220 0 kkHHzz440 0 HHzz--11440 0 HHzz
(-10 dB)(-10 dB)
Power HandlingPower Handling2233000 0 wwaattttss117755//11775 5 wwaattttss
SensitivitySensitivity33995 5 ddBB, , 1 1 WW//1 1 mm11000 0 ddBB, , 1 1 WW//1 1 mm
IImmppeeddaannccee8 8 oohhmmss8 8 oohhmmss
MMaax x SSPPLL11116 6 ddBB11222 2 ddBB
Horizontal CoverageHorizontal Coverage44110000°°NN//AA
VeVertical rtical CoverageCoverage449900°°NN//AA
LLF F TTrraannssdduucceerr2 2 × × 66" " ((990 0 mmmm))1122" " ((990 0 mmmm) ) hhiigghh--eexxccuurrssiioonn
dual voice coildual voice coil
HHF F TTrraannssdduucceerr11" " ((225 5 mmmm))NN//AA
PPrrootteeccttiioonnFFuulll l SSyysstteemmNN//AA
SSuussppeennssiioonn//MMuullttii--AAxxiissNN//AA
SSwwiinng g × × RRoottaattiioonn110000° ° × × 4455°°NN//AA
TTeerrmmiinnaallss44--PPiin n PPhhooeenniixx--SSttyylleeSSpprriinngg
Plug-In ConnectorPlug-In Connector
EEnncclloossuurre e MMaatteerriiaallAABBS S ((ppaaiinnttaabbllee))MMDDF F ((sstteeeel l ffaasstteenneer r rreeiinnffoorrcceedd))
""tt""--vveerrssiioon n wwaattttaagge e ttaappss770 0 VV: : 77..5 5 WWNN//AA
70 V/100 V: 15 W,70 V/100 V: 15 W,
30 W, 60 W, 8 ohm Bypass30 W, 60 W, 8 ohm Bypass
DDiimmeennssiioonnss1166..55" " × × 99" " × × 1111..7755""1166..2255" " × × 2233" " × × 1122""
44119 9 × × 22228 8 × × 22998 8 mmmm44112 2 × × 55884 4 × × 33005 5 mmmm
NNeet t WWeeiigghht t ((eeaacchh))112 2 llbbs s ((55..3 3 kkgg))440 0 llbbs s ((1188..1 1 kkgg))
SShhiippppiinng g WWeeiigghht t ((ppaaiirr))227 7 llbbs s ((1122..3 3 kkgg))448 8 llbbs s ((2200..0 0 kkgg))
IInncclluuddeed d AAcccceessssoorriieessSSAAMM, , hheex x kkeeyyMMoouunnttiinng g bbrraacckkeettss, , hhaarrddwwaarree
11Half space (wall mounting)Half space (wall mounting)
22Long Term Program Rating, 3 dB greater than continuous noise pink noise ratingLong Term Program Rating, 3 dB greater than continuous noise pink noise rating
33Avg. Half Space (wall mounting)Avg. Half Space (wall mounting)
44When mounting with long axis in vertical planeWhen mounting with long axis in vertical plane

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U.S.A. and Canada only. For customer orders,
U.S.A. and Canada only. For customer orders,
contact the Customer Service department atcontact the Customer Service department at
800/392-3497 800/392-3497 Fax: Fax: [phone]
Europe, Africa and Middle East only. For customer orders,Europe, Africa and Middle East only. For customer orders,
contact the Customer Service department atcontact the Customer Service department at
49 9421-706 0 49 9421-706 0 Fax: Fax: [phone] 9421-706 265
For warranty information, contact the Service Repair department at:For warranty information, contact the Service Repair department at:
616/695-6831 or 800/685-2606616/695-6831 or 800/685-2606
For technical assistance, contact Technical Support at:For technical assistance, contact Technical Support at:
866/78AUDIO866/78AUDIO
Specifications subject to change without notice.Specifications subject to change without notice.
12000 Portland Avenue South12000 Portland Avenue South
Burnsville, MN 55337Burnsville, MN 55337
Phone: [phone]Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]Fax: [phone]
www.electrovoice.comwww.electrovoice.com
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