Pequod Zephyrus 15.1 User manual
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User guide
Zephyrus 15.1
Two way passive coaxial
Pequod Acoustics Srl.
Via del Madonnone 25, Florence, Italy
www.pequodacoustics.com
Index
1 Technical Specications
2 Unpacking and Checking
3 Cables and Set-up
4 Installation and System Design
5 Accessories
6 Maintenance and Surface Protection
7 Warranty
8 Authenticity
Zephyrus 15.1
Two way passive coaxial
Pequod Acoustics Srl.
Via del Madonnone 25, Florence, Italy
www.pequodacoustics.com
1 Technical Specications
Zephyrus is a compact product desi-
gned around a 5 inch coaxial high per-
formance speaker. It has a mid woofer
of 5 inches with a horn loaded and coa-
xial driver capable of high resolution at
high frequency. The body is realized in
composite material, light yet resistant,
capable of withstanding shock and at-
mospheric agents. This is the perfect
product to create sound quality loyal
systems that respects vocal quality. It is
also ideal to create satellite + subwoofer
systems that maintain high quality with
low encumbrance. It excels in its goal of
sonorizing small rooms or areas in clubs.
Multiple Zephyrus speakers allow for an
equal diusion of extreme high quality
sound in an open area. Another use is
the connection to a studio system or
a PC workstation where sound quality
and sound detail has to be immediately
recognizable. Pairing the Zephyrus with
the Borea sub (ovoid system) allows to
create a full range system, compact and
dynamic, and is therefore suggested.
The passive crossover, realized without
compromise, selecting the most high
quality components, allows control of
the Zephyrus with a single amplication
channel.
TYPE
FREQUENCY
RESPONSE
TOTAL
SENSITIVITY
SPL MAX
LOW - MEDIUM
FREQUENCIES
HIGH
FREQUENCIES
NOMINAL
IMPEDANCE
POWER
HANDLING
MANAGE
RECOMMENDED
AMPLIFIER
DISPERSION
CONSTRUCTION
MATERIALS
FINISH
PROTECTIVE
GRILLES
CONNECTORS
DIMENSIONS
(WITH SUPPORT)
WEIGHT
Two way passive coaxial
70 Hz - 18 KHz (-3dB)
92 dB 1W/1m with passive crossover
114 dB with 300 W
5” woofer @ 8 Ohm 300W continuo-
us power handling , sensivity 92 dB
1W/1m
HF compression driver with high tech
polymer diaphragm @ 8 Ohm 50W
continuous power handling , sensivity
105dB 1W/1m
4 Ohm with 2 way passive crossover
300W @ 4 Ohm with amplier
2 Ch amplier to a couple of Zephyrus
loudspeakers (passive crossover pro-
vided, for each Zephyrus) .If very high
output is needed we recommend to use
a DSP : High-pass lter @70Hz, 12 dB/
oct. or higher slope
Otherwise as Satellite with subwoofer :
Amplier+DSP to match to subwoofer.
High-pass lter @90Hz, 12 dB/oct. or
higher slope. Inner thermal protection
device provided, to avoid overdrive.
2 channel amplier, around 350W on
each channel @ 4 ohm stable
70 deg conical
Fiber-reinforced composite, stainless
steel
all ral color and texture on order
Zephyrus is usually sold with this grid
to protect the 5” coax ,as standard
Zephyrus has,as exit, 2 pole OFCop-
per high quality cable ,1,5 sq.mm each
pole, to be connected to Neutrik NL2,
NL4 or custom
(W) 255mm (H) 332mm (D)350mm
(W) 10 inch (H) 13 inch (D) 13,7inch
3,5 Kg (7,7 lb)
255mm (10 inch )350mm (13,7 inch )
332mm (13 inch )
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2: Unboxing
The Zephyrus system, like every other Pequod
product, is built with high standards of control
and quality. At the end of the production pro-
cess and before packaging, each system is te-
sted: acoustically measured and recorded in our
company database. For each Zephyrus serial
number, we have the related test les recorded
in the archive. Before being packed in its box we
complete an inspection of surfaces and structu-
res. Units are packed into wooden crates or he-
avy cardboard boxes with internal foam padding
before shipping.
Extraction from box:
The Zephyrus weighs 3,5 Kg (7,7 lb) each, and is
taken from the box simply following the steps
shown here. Keep the packaging for further sto-
rage or transportation, unless units are to be
permanently installed.
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1: Carefully cut tape and
open carboard box
2: Remove packing materials
and save for re-use
3: lift speaker body with
both hands when ready
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3 Wiring and Settings
Zephyrus has an input made with a high quality 2p OFC cable (with standard NL4FC male connec-
tor).
The 2p cable can be terminated with an NL2, NL4 or custom connector, or connection with another
cable, using terminal block / welding and heat shrink insulation (see Fig).
In case of custom realization by the installer of the connection cables, we recommend specifying
installation-grade Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) cables for permanent installations. The cables
should use Oxygen Free Copper (OFC) of grade C11000 or above. For distances of over 15 meters
between Zephyrus and ampli we recommend increasing the section of the cable poles to 4 sq.mm,
to avoid excessive emission level losses. For lengths of less than 15 m, you can use 2-pole cables,
each with a section of 2.5 sq.mm.
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Cable connection
Zephyrus cable To amplier cable
Welding
Welding
Terminal block
heat shrink tubing
heat shrink tubing
Box
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NL2 ( +1 -1 )
NL4
or Custom
NL2 ( +1 -1 )
NL4
or Custom
2p
2p
2p
2p
2p
2p
SUB
SUB
SUB
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2 ch sat
1 ch sub
3 ch ampli
2 ch sat
2 ch sub
4 ch ampli
Amplier + DSP
Amplier + DSP
DSP general settings:
1) Stand alone: Just if very high output is needed
we recommend to use a DSP: High-pass lter @
70Hz, 12 dB / oct. or higher slope
2) Zephyrus as Satellite with subwoofer: Amplier +
DSP to match to subwoofer.
Zephyrus: High-pass lter @ 90Hz, 12 dB / oct. or
higher slope. Sub: (Band pass)
High-pass lter @ 20Hz, 12 dB / oct. or higher slope
Low pass lter @ 90Hz, 12 dB / oct. or higher slope
Gain and Time Alignment: it depends on Subwoofer
utilized
Connection schemes
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4 Installation and system design
For private or enclosed areas as rst choice Fig 1, or multipoint source Fig 2 e Fig 2A. Or as a Satel-
lite with subwoofer for small areas (home theater Fig 3) or for a small audience of a live event. Also
used as a ller for medium-high frequencies in areas that require such sound reinforcement, Fig 4.
Finally, as a valuable satellite for a console or a PC workstation, Fig 5.
In any case, optimal acoustic coverage is obtained by orienting the central axis coming out of the
5 “coax towards the heads of the listeners, lifting the speakers from the ground.
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Fig.1
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Fig.2
Stage
Fig.2 A
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Stage
Screen
Sub
Sub
Fig.3 Fig.4
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Borea Sub
Fig.5
5: Accessories
Accessories are available to complete the experien-
ce of the Pequod Zephyrus system.
Cod. BAG01Z: Protective PVC Bag sized for Ze-
phyrus system, waterproof soft nish to protect
from scratches and weather
Cod. GR05Z: Front Protection Grille of the 5” coax,
made of stainless steel.
Cod. BSSTZ: Stand with round Base with logo and
Stainless steel tube (length 1500mm) + bracket for
supporting a freestanding Zephyrus system wi-
thout Ovoid Sub
Cod. TBBOVZ: Ovoid Connection Pipe, stainless
steel diameter 35mm ( length 800mm) + bracket,
suitable for coupling above the sub Ovoid 18/15 or
Borea system. Other lengths available on demand.
Cod. WALLPLTZ: Wall plate, made of stainless steel,
to suspend the Mounting Bracket.
Cod. MBRAZ: Mounting Bracket, made of stainless
steel, to be connected to the wall plate or directly to
wall, ceiling.
Cod. DSTZ: Desktop Speaker Stand for Zephyrus,
made of stainless steel.
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Water proof bag
Cod. BAG01Z
Ovoid connection
pipe
Cod. TBBOVZ
Desktop speaker
stand Cod. DSTZ
Wall plate
Cod. WALLPLTZ
Mounting Bracket
Cod. MBRAZ
Stand with round
Base
Cod. BSSTZ
Stand with round
Base
Cod. BSSTZ
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6: Maintenance and Surface Protection
All Pequod units are built from a unique high
quality composite material which is inert to at-
mospheric agents and requires minimal regular
maintenance, just a simple cleaning of the sur-
faces with a soft cloth dampened with alcohol.
For best practice in long term care of the com-
posite components, and to obtain or restore a
truly professional level of surface nish, we re-
commend using the 3M “Perfect ItTM” line of
Gelcoat cleaners and protective waxes (above
right).
Follow the instructions provided to ensure the
best possible nish for your Pequod composite
speaker bodies and accessories.
Many installations require Stainless Steel sup-
port structures or armatures to complete moun-
ting and assembly of dierent Pequod units. For
these components, we recommend cleaning
with 3MTM Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
(right).
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7: Warranty
Pequod Acoustics oers a guarantee to the origi-
nal owner (person or company who purchased the
product brand new) of each new Pequod product
(provided it was purchased directly from Pequod or
through a Pequod Acoustics Authorised Dealer/ Di-
stributor) that it is free of defects in materials and
workmanship and that each product was tested in
the factory to meet or exceed all specications de-
clared. Each model has a test le recorded in our
database, related to its serial number.
The period of limited warranty is three (3) years from
the date of delivery to the original purchaser (as
shown on the original invoice or sales receipt; a copy
may be required as proof of warranty dates)
Pequod Acoustics will repair or replace (at its discre-
tion) all defective parts at no charge for labor or ma-
terials; subject to following provisions:
Pequod Acoustics shall take no responsibility for re-
pair or replacement under this warranty if:
a) The damaged product has been subject to misu-
se, accident, neglect or failure to comply with normal
maintenance procedures
b) There are improper alterations or unauthorized
parts or repairs.
c) The serial number has been altered, defaced or
removed and the original owner won’t be able to give
information related to our Anti-counterfeit authenti-
cation system (see below, section 8)
Pequod Acoustics will remedy any defect, regardless
of the reason for failure (except as excluded above)
by repair or replacement. Pequod Acoustics will ship
the product within a reasonable time after receipt of
the defective product at a Pequod Acoustics Autho-
rised Service Centre.
How to obtain service under warranty:
If a Pequod Acoustics product requires service, the
original owner must contact the Pequod Acoustics
dealer who supplied the product, to receive our Re-
turn Authorisation Code (RA code), and instructions
on how to return the product to the Pequod Authori-
sed Service Centre, or to Pequod Acoustics.
The original owner must give information about:
- Problems with the product
- Serial number
- Original invoice or sales receipt
- Anti-counterfeit system (see section 8)
After receiving the RA code the owner can pack the
unit in the original factory packaging if possible. Ple-
ase include a note describing the problem packed
together with the product. Do not send it separately.
All products being returned to the factory or service
center for repairs must be shipped prepaid. Ensure
safe transportation of your unit to the authorized ser-
vice center
Pequod Acoustics (or an Authorised Service Centre)
will initiate corrective repairs upon receipt of the re-
turned product, in order to complete the repairs and
ship back the product within a reasonable amount
of time.
If the repairs made by Pequod or a Pequod Authori-
sed Service Centre are not satisfactory to the owner,
they are instructed to give written notice to Pequod.
The original owner is not entitled to recover from
Pequod any incidental damages resulting from any
defect in the Pequod product. This includes any da-
mage to another product or products resulting from
such a defect.
The warranty is not extended by the length of time
which the owner is not engaged in active use of the
product. Repairs and replacement parts provided
pursuant to the warranty will be covered only by the
non-expired portion of the warranty.
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8: Authentication and Anti Counterfeiting Me-
asures
Each product by Pequod Acoustics is carefully
hand made using high quality components that
are, by themselves, dicult to replicate. But we
also protect our products using special marks
on the inside and outside, which are unique and
serve to authenticate original Pequod products.
Thus, each individual product has a special
mark, placed in a unique position. For each pro-
duct (each serial number) we keep a record of
the exact position where we placed this mark.
When warranty claims are made, or other reque-
sts that require authentication of an individual
Pequod product, we will ask the owner to pro-
vide a description of the identifying marker as
further proof of originality.
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