Electro-Voice X-LINE ADVANCE X1i Quick start guide

X‑LINE ADVANCE install system rigging
X1i | X2i | X12i‑128
en Rigging manual

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Table of contents
1Important safety instructions 4
1.1 Suspension 4
1.2 Chlorine 4
1.3 Copyright and disclaimer 5
1.4 Symbols 5
1.5 Declaration of conformity 5
2System overview 6
3Installation 7
3.1 Attaching grid to top element of array 7
3.2 Attaching elements under the top element 13
3.3 Attaching the bottom element and bottom grid kit 17
3.3.1 Attaching the bottom element without a bottom grid kit 17
3.3.2 Attaching the bottom element with a bottom grid kit 19
4Notes 22

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1 Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with a damp cloth. No harsh chemicals or solvents.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
1.1 Suspension
!
Warning!
Read and fully understand the manual and all safety instructions before attempting to
suspend this loudspeaker. Qualified professionals must carry out suspension and installation.
Follow all applicable local laws and regulations. Incorrect or improper suspension could
expose persons to serious injury or death. Carefully inspect loudspeakers and associated
hardware for defects or signs of damage before proceeding to suspend the speakers. Inspect
all components at least once per year or as local laws and regulations require. If any parts are
damaged or suspect, or if there is any doubt as to the proper functioning and safety of the
items, stop using them immediately. It is the responsibility of the person installing the
assembly to make sure the wall, ceiling, structure, and any attachments are capable of
supporting all objects suspended overhead. Never modify Electro-Voice loudspeakers or
rigging components or use a partial assembly of rigging components. Only use rigging
components with the loudspeaker models they are designed for. Any hardware not provided
by Electro-Voice is the responsibility of others. Electro-Voice assumes no liability for any
damage or personal injury resulting from improper use, installation, or operation of the
product.
!
Warning!
Always attach a secondary support mechanism with correctly load rated equipment when
speakers are suspended overhead.
In case of failure of the main attachment, the speaker must be prevented from falling without
dropping or swinging by a significant amount.
Never modify Electro-Voice loudspeakers or rigging components or use a partial assembly of
rigging components.
Only use rigging components with the loudspeaker models they are designed for.
!
Warning!
Arrays designed for outdoor use must take into account environment effects such as wind
loads, snow or any other condition that can add external forces to the array. Always use a
qualified professional to certify outdoor arrays for safety to local environmental conditions.
1.2 Chlorine
Environments with high chlorine content, such as indoor swimming pools, can degrade
stainless steel over time and reduce its structural performance. X-Line Advance loudspeaker
enclosures utilize structural components that are compatible with high chlorine environments,
but the optional grids and rigging kits for these loudspeakers ship with fasteners that are not
compatible.

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Electro-Voice offers alternate fastener kits for the grid and the rigging kit that should be
specified for high chlorine environments. In such applications, these fastener kits must be
used instead of the stainless steel fasteners that ship with the rigging accessories:
X12I-GRDBLT-HCLB Chlorine compatible fastener replacements for X1i and X2i Grids, Black
X12I-RIGBLT-HCLB Chlorine compatible fastener replacements for X1i and X2i Rigging Kits,
Black
X12I-RIGBLT-HCLW Chlorine compatible fastener replacements for X1i and X2i Rigging Kits,
White
!
Warning!
These chlorine compatible fastener kits must be used in order to install X-Line Advance
loudspeakers in high chlorine environments, instead of the fasteners that ship with the X12I-
GRIDKIT and X12I-RIGKIT.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
Please contact Electro-Voice technical support for more details at www.electrovoice.com/
contact.
1.3 Copyright and disclaimer
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by
any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of the publisher. For information on getting permission for reprints and
excerpts, contact Electro-Voice.
All content including specifications, data, and illustrations in this manual are subject to change
without prior notice.
1.4 Symbols
!
Warning!
A safety helmet, safety boots, and safety glasses must be used at all times during the
installation of the X-Line Advance install system.
Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
1.5 Declaration of conformity
Bosch Security Systems Inc.
130 Perinton Pkwy, Fairport, NY 14450 USA
Hereby declares conformity to the following standards:
– RoHS 3 EU 2015/853
– ISO 12100:2010
– DGUV Regulation 17

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2 System overview
The X-Line Advance Install loudspeaker is a premium line-array loudspeaker system designed
for high performance permanent install applications, such as sports arenas, houses of
worship, and performing arts centers. The system represents a culmination of EV’s extensive
experience in designing large format line array systems for touring applications, as well as
deep knowledge in designing ruggedized install loudspeaker systems that can survive in harsh,
direct exposure environments.
The X12i-GRID and X12i-RIGKIT are accessories that can suspend up to twelve X1i or X2i
elements. The grid connects to the top element in the array and is suspended from the venue.
At least one grid is required at the top of the array. A second grid may be used at the bottom
of the array to create a pullback point to the venue. The rigging kit is used to suspend each
element in the array to the element above, or to the grid. Use one rigging kit for each element
in the loudspeaker array. The X12i-GRID and X12i-RIGKIT use aluminum plates and stainless
steel hardware to ensure the rigging components will not corrode over time in direct exposure
environments.
Follow this manual to attach the grid and rigging kits to X1i and X2i line array systems. For
more information about the X1i and X2i models, please consult the X-Line Advance Install User
manual, available on www.electrovoice.com.

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3 Installation
3.1 Attaching grid to top element of array
Notice!
A 17 mm socket, a 6 mm hex driver, a medium strength threadlocker (Loctite® 243 or
equivalent) and a torque wrench are required for the installation of the line array.
!
Warning!
PREVIEW Loudspeaker Software MUST be used to design the array. PREVIEW will state
whether the array configuration is valid for use with the X12i-RIGKIT and X12i-GRID
accessories. Follow all warnings within the software. Failure to design the array properly may
result in serious injury or death.
1st
1. Use PREVIEW Loudspeaker Software to design the
array. PREVIEW will determine whether the array
can be suspended with the optional grid and rigging
kits for your particular application, with the safety
factor that you determine based on local laws and
regulations.
2. If PREVIEW states the array configuration is valid,
the optional grid and rigging kit may be used to
suspend the array.
3. If PREVIEW determines that the desired array
configuration is not valid or not possible, a custom
rigging solution is needed. Please consult the X-Line
Advance Install User manual, available at
www.electrovoice.com.

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WARNING
READANDFULLYUNDERSTANDTHE MANUAL AND
ALLSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREATTEMPTING
TOSUSPENDTHISLOUDSPEAKER. SUSPENSION
ANDINSTALLATIONMUSTBECARRIED OUT BY
QUALIFIEDPROFESSIONALS.FOLLOWALL
APPLICABLELOCALLAWSANDREGULATIONS.
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CONNECTORS
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HF
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500WATTS
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WARNING
READANDFULLYUNDERSTANDTHE MANUAL AND
ALLSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREATTEMPTING
TOSUSPENDTHISLOUDSPEAKER.SUSPENSION
ANDINSTALLATIONMUSTBECARRIED OUT BY
QUALIFIEDPROFESSIONALS.FOLLOWALL
APPLICABLELOCALLAWSANDREGULATIONS.
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4. Orient the first enclosure as determined in
PREVIEW. The element is right side up when the
input cup is towards the top of the element. The
element is upside down when the input cup is
towards the bottom of the element.
Notice!
A mirror image array may be assembled by inverting all the elements in that array.
All elements in a single array must be oriented in the same direction.
Rigging installation is the same in either orientation.
5. Add a flat washer onto each M10 bolt.
6. Add the nylon sleeve until the end of the sleeve is
flush with the end of the M10 bolt.
M10
6mm
7. Remove the top M10 flat head screw on each side of
the element.
8. Set screws aside to be properly recycled later.

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Notice!
The side arms can be installed in the standard orientation (Orientation A) or in reverse
orientation (Orientation B). Use the reverse orientation when the array needs to be
suspended with the top element at an upward angle. Consult PREVIEW to determine whether
the side arms need to be reversed to achieve the desired coverage. Always attach both side
arms in the same orientation.
1
20
9. Orientation A (standard): Align the front plate of the
rigging kit with the front mounting hole of the grid
side arm. The front mounting hole is located below
the hole marked with a “1”.
Orientation B (reverse): Align the front plate of the
rigging kit with the rear mounting hole of the grid
side arm. The rear mounting hole is located below
the holes marked with a "15" and "20".
10. Apply threadlocker to the M10 bolt and insert
through the top hole of the front plate, the front
mounting hole of the grid sidearm, and into the top
front suspension point in the element.
11. Tighten by finger for now.
12. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the lower front plate hole, the link bar, and the into
the front bottom suspension point in the element.
13. Tighten by finger for now.
14. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the top hole of the rear plate, through the rear-
mounting hole of the grid sidearm, and into the top
rear suspension point of the element.
15. Tighten by finger for now.
16. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the middle hole of the rear plate, through the small
round spacer, and into the suspension point from
step 7.
17. Tighten by finger for now.

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18. Repeat steps 9 through 17 on the opposite side of
the element.
X1i
X2i
Note the orientation of the spreader bar if using a single
suspension point. The spreader bar needs to be oriented
differently for X1i and X2i elements to ensure that the
array suspends properly. The spreader bar must be
oriented as shown while looking at the front of the array.
A
B
19. Option A: Align the grid spreader bar with the holes
on the grid side arms as indicated in PREVIEW.
20. Option B: If a second spreader bar is required, place
the front spreader bar in the "1" hole, and the rear
spreader bar in the "20" hole. (The second spreader
bar is sold separately.)

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6 mm
21. Press a 12mm nylon sleeve onto the M12 shoulder
bolts.
22. Apply threadlocker and insert the shoulder bolt
through the grid sidearm and into the end of the
spreader bar. Torque to 13.5 N*m (120 in*lbs) using
a torque wrench.
23. Attach the grid and top element to the venue using
options A, B, or C, as indicated in PREVIEW.
Suspend the grid and top element off the ground
surface.
Option A: Two lift points on a single spreader bar.
Option B: A single lift point.
Option C: Two lift points on dual spreader bars.

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!
Warning!
Do not exceed an included angle of 60° between each lift point on the spreader bars.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
<60º <60º

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3.2 Attaching elements under the top element
!
Warning!
Only use hardware with a working load limit that exceeds the total weight of the array. Any
hardware used to connect between the grid spreader bars and the venue not provided by
Electro-Voice is the responsibility of others.
M10
6mm
1. Place the next element in the array underneath the
previously assembled element. The orientation of the
next element must be the same as the previous
assembled elements.
2. Remove the top M10 flat head screw on each side of
the next element in the array.
3. Set aside screws to be properly recycled later.
A B
4. Determine whether the splay angle on the next
element is an even or odd number in PREVIEW.
Option A: If the splay angle is an even number,
orient the rear link bar so that the even numbers are
above the next element and facing the rear of the
element.
Option B: If the splay angle is an odd number, orient
the rear link bar so that the odd numbers are above
the next element and facing the rear of the element.

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5. Apply threadlocker and insert the 2 M10 bolts
through the rear plate, the front 2 holes of the rear
link bars, and the top 2 suspension points in the
next element.
6. Tighten by finger for now.
7. Repeat step 5 on the opposite side of the element.

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8. Align the next element in the array with the previous
element. The front link bars should be aligned with
the top front holes in the next element.
9. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the top hole of the front plate, through the link bar
of the previous element and into the top front
suspension point of the next element.
10. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the bottom hole of the front plate, through the front
link bar, and into the bottom suspension point of the
next element.
11. Tighten by finger for now.

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12. Repeat steps 9 through 11 on opposite side of
element.
13. Align the rear link bar on the next element so that
the bottom of the rear plate aligns with the desired
splay angle.
Note: 0° splay angle shown.
14. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the bottom hole of the rear plate, through the
correct hole on the rear link bar, and into the bottom
rear suspension point on the previous element.
15. Tighten by finger for now.
16. Torque all M10 bolts on the previous element to 13.5
N*m (120 in*lbs).
17. Repeat steps 1 through 16 for each element in the
array except the last element.

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3.3 Attaching the bottom element and bottom grid kit
Notice!
If PREVIEW determines that a bottom grid kit is necessary, follow Attaching the bottom
element without a bottom grid kit, page 17 .
If PREVIEW determines that a bottom grid kit is not necessary, follow Attaching the bottom
element with a bottom grid kit, page 19 .
3.3.1 Attaching the bottom element without a bottom grid kit
1. Repeat steps 1 through 4 in Attaching elements
under the top element, page 13 .
2. Apply threadlocker, and insert three M10 bolts
through the rear plate, the rear link bar, the large
round spacer, and into the bottom rear holes in the
bottom element.
3. Tighten by finger for now.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 on the other side of the
bottom element.

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5. Align the bottom element in the array with the
previous element. The front link bars should be
aligned with the top front holes in the bottom
element.
6. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the top hole of the front plate, through the link bar
of the previous element, and into the top front
suspension point of the bottom element.
7. Tighten by finger for now.
8. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the bottom hole of the front plate, through the top
hole of the large round spacer, and into the bottom
suspension point of the bottom element.
9. Tighten by finger for now.
10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 on the opposite side of the
array.
11. Align the rear link bar on the bottom element so that
the bottom of the rear plate aligns with the desired
splay angle.
Note: 0° splay angle shown.
12. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the bottom hole of the rear plate, through the
correct hole on the rear link bar, and into the bottom
rear suspension point on the previous element.
13. Tighten by finger for now.

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14. Torque all M10 bolts from the previous element and
the bottom element to 13.5 N*m (120 in*lbs).
3.3.2 Attaching the bottom element with a bottom grid kit
1. Follow the steps 1 through 16 in Attaching elements
under the top element, page 13 , except do NOT
install the front link bars on the bottom element.

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2. Apply threadlocker and insert the M10 bolt through
the bottom holes in the plate, through the grid side
arm, and into the bottom suspension points of the
bottom element.
3. Torque to 13.5 N*m (120 in*lbs.)
4. Repeat on the opposite side of the array.
Notice!
Note the orientation of the spreader bar. The spreader bar needs to be oriented differently
for X1i and X2i elements to ensure that the array suspends properly.
The spreader bar must be oriented as shown, while looking at the front of the array.
X1i
X2i
2x
6 mm
5. Apply threadlocker and insert the shoulder bolts
through hole 20 of the side arms, into the ends of the
spreader bar.
6. Torque to 13.5 N*m (120 in*lbs.)