EKX Full-Range Loudspeaker Accessories - Electro
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1. building structural supports This redundant safety point should have as little slack as possible less than one 1 inch is preferable To add a safety point do the following 1 Remove one 1 of the screws from the top of the loudspeaker 3 Tether the safety point back to the building structural supports An added safety point is established back to the structural supports 2015 03 01 F 01U308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice en 7 2 Installation Thank you for choosing an EKX loudspeaker accessory This installation guide describes how to install the wall mount brackets and truss adapter used with EKX full range loudspeaker systems EKX Full Range Loudspeaker Accessory Guide Loudspeaker Wall Mount Bracket Truss Adapter M10 Eyebolt Kit EKX 12 and EKX 12P EKX BRKT12 ETX TCA EBK M10 3PACK EKX 15 and EKX 15P EKX BRKT15 ETX TCA EBK M10 3PACK For more information see EBK M10 Eyebolt Attachment Kit Installation Instructions F 01U 303 870 2 1 Wall mount bracket The wall mount bracket is used to mount an EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P full range loudspeaker to the wall The wall mount bracket kit contains the following Table 2 1 Wall mount kit components Electro Voice Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 Attaching the T Brackets Use the correct size wall mount bracket kit designed for your EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P full range loudspeaker The EKX 15 loudspeaker is shown2. or damaged components which could reduce enclosure strength Replace any loudspeaker systems damaged or missing hardware Warning Eyebolts must be fully seated and oriented in the plane of pull Always use fender washers at least 1 5 inch in diameter and 1 16 inch thick under the eyebolt to distribute the load on the enclosure REFERENCE For more information see EKX Powered Loudspeaker User Manual F 01U 308 095 or EKX Passive Loudspeaker User Manual F 01U 308 100 2015 03 01 F 01U308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice Electro Voice en 5 No Washer Used Figure 1 1 Eyebolt shown with and without washer Correct Incorrect Figure 1 2 Eyebolts shown oriented in the plane of pull Warning Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended working load for Electro Voice loudspeakers Disregarding this warning could result in serious injury or death 50 Ib per Suspension Point Figure 1 3 Maximum working load vertical orientation Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 1 1 Warning Never suspend EKX loudspeaker in a vertical column array Disregarding this warning could result in serious injury or death Notice If the eyebolts are removed reinstall the screws If the screws are not reinstalled air leaks occur in the enclosure resulting in undesirable performance Safety point As an added safety measure it is suggested the user install an extra suspension point back to the
3. EKX BRKT12 EKX BRKT15 and EKX TCA en Installation Note Table of contents Ti 2 1 2 Electro Voice Safety Safety point Installation Wall mount bracket Truss adapter Technical data Product labels Notes Installation Note en 3 N NIO A 12 17 18 19 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 1 Safety The EKX loudspeaker systems and rigging accessories in this manual have a minimum structural safety factor of 8 1 when used as intended The safety factor is defined as the ratio of the ultimate break strength divided by the working load limit The ultimate break strength represents the force at which a part will structurally fail The working load limit is the maximum load that the user shall apply The safety factor provides a margin of safety above the working load limit to accommodate normal dynamic loading and normal wear When EKX loudspeaker systems are suspended using the EKX rigging accessories as illustrated in this manual the resulting loads will be within the working load limits of both the loudspeaker systems and the rigging accessories and a safety factor of at least 8 1 will be maintained The use of rigging configurations other than recommended by Electro Voice in this manual for either the EKX loudspeaker systems or EKX rigging accessories are at the risk of the user Warning Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the
4. aker do the following 1 Using the L Key supplied remove three 3 M10 screws from the top of the loudspeaker Figure 2 10 Removing screws 2 Align the holes on the bracket fitting the loudspeaker size Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 010 308 107 EKX 15 15P EKX 12 12P Figure 2 11 Truss adapters by loudspeaker size 3 Insert three 3 M10 button head screws three 3 M10 split lock washers and three 3 flat washers supplied Figure 2 12 Attach truss adapter to loudspeaker 4 Tighten the three 3 M10 button head screws supplied The truss adapter is secured to the top of the loudspeaker 2015 03 01 F 01U308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice en 15 Suspending the truss adapter Caution Two 2 person lift and placement is recommended for the heavier loudspeakers Single person lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury To suspend the truss adapter do the following 1 Remove the M10 screw from the suspension point below the amplifier Figure 2 13 Remove suspension screw 2 Insert one 1 eyebolt and one 1 fender washer supplied Figure 2 14 Attach eyebolt 3 Tighten the eyebolt supplied The eyebolt is secured to the loudspeaker 4 Using two 2 hands lift the loudspeaker Electro Voice Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 5 Guide the truss clamp onto the truss tubing Figure 2 15 Guide truss clamp 6 Close the trus
5. in the illustrations For more information see EKX Full Range Loudspeaker Accessory Guide page 7 To attach the T Brackets to EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P loudspeaker do the following 1 Using an Allen wrench supplied remove the four 4 rear suspension point M10 screws from the loudspeaker Figure 2 1 Removing screws 2 Align the T Bracket with the holes on the top and rear of the loudspeaker Vertical OR Align the T Bracket with the holes on the right and rear of the loudspeaker Horizontal Notice When mounting a loudspeaker horizontally the T Bracket with hook needs to be installed on the left side as you face the front of the loudspeaker T Bracket with hook nesta Figure 2 2 T Brackets Vertical left Horizontal right 3 Insert two 2 of the M10 button head screws two 2 M10 split lock washers and two 2 M10 flat washers supplied 4 Tighten the two 2 M10 button head screws The T bracket is secured to the loudspeaker 2015 03 01 F 01U308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice en 9 5 Align the T Bracket with hook with the holes on the bottom and rear of the loudspeaker Vertical OR Align the T Bracket with hook with the holes on the left and rear of the loudspeaker Horizontal Notice When mounting a loudspeaker horizontally the T Bracket with the hook needs to be installed on the left side as you face the front of the loudspeaker 6 Insert two 2 of the M10 button head
6. ing two 2 hands lift the loudspeaker 3 Place the T Bracket onto the pivot pin on top of the U Bracket Figure 2 4 U bracket onto pivot pin 4 Ensuring the lower U Bracket pivot pin is securely placed in the notch guide the T Bracket with hook into position The loudspeaker is loosely hung and allows you to position the loudspeaker with hook Figure 2 5 Guide onto U bracket 5 Position the loudspeaker to the desired angle 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice en 11 Figure 2 6 Angle degrees 6 Insert one 1 M8 socket head cap screw supplied into each T Bracket at the desired angle Figure 2 7 Secure loudspeaker 7 Tighten the two 2 M8 socket head cap screws supplied sufficiently so the loudspeaker does not rotate The loudspeaker is set to the desired angle For more information see Safety point page 6 Electro Voice Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 2 2 Truss adapter The truss adapter is used to suspend an EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P full range loudspeaker on 1 5 inch to 2 inch truss tubing The truss adaptor kits contain the following il EKX Full Range Loudspeaker Accessories Installation Note F 01U 308 107 Truss Clamp with bolt and washer attached M10 Fender Washer M10 Forged Steel Shoulder Eyebolt Table 2 2 Truss adapter kit components Vertical adjustment of the truss clamp The vertical adjustment allows the loudspeaker to be s
7. p Foreign Content Electro Voice EKX TCA C Mat N F01U307178 Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH 85626 Grasbrunn Germany Bosch Security Systems Inc Fairport NY 14450 USA Made in the USA of Domestic amp Foreign Content 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice en 19 5 Notes Electro Voice Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 Bosch Security Systems Inc 12000 Portland Avenue South Burnsville MN 55337 USA www electrovoice com Bosch Security Systems Inc 2015
8. s clamp onto the truss tubing The truss adapter hangs securely from the truss tubing Truss clamp handle Figure 2 16 Close truss clamp 7 Set the desired down angle 8 Tighten the truss clamp handle 2015 03 01 F 01U308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice 3 Wall mount brackets Truss adapter Electro Voice en 17 Technical data Shipping Dimensions HxWxD 3 5 in x 25 7 in x 6 5 in 89 mm x 654 mm x 165 mm Net Weight 4 7 kg 10 4 Ib Shipping Weight 5 4 kg 11 9 Ib Table 3 1 EKX BRKT12 wall mount bracket specifications Shipping Dimensions HxWxD 3 5 in x 28 5 in x 6 5 in 89 mm x 724 mm x 165 mm Net Weight 5 1 kg 11 2 Ib Shipping Weight 5 7 kg 12 6 Ib Table 3 2 EKX BRKT15 wall mount bracket specifications Shipping Dimensions HxWxD 16 5 in x 16 5 in x 4 5 in 419 mm x 419 mm x 114 mm Net Weight 2 8 kg 6 17 Ib Shipping Weight 3 4 kg 7 5 Ib Table 3 3 EKX TCA truss adapter specifications Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 010 308 107 4 Product labels Electro Voice EKX BRKT12 C Mat N FO1U303395 Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH 85626 Grasbrunn Germany Bosch Security Systems Inc Fairport NY 14450 USA Made in the USA of Domestic amp Foreign Content Electro Voice EKX BRKT15 C Mat N F01U303396 Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH 85626 Grasbrunn Germany Bosch Security Systems Inc Fairport NY 14450 USA Made in the USA of Domestic am
9. screws two 2 M10 split lock washers and two 2 M10 flat washers supplied 7 Tighten the two 2 M10 button head screws The T bracket with hook is secured to the loudspeaker Mounting U Bracket to the wall The wall mount U Bracket is used to mount a loudspeaker to the wall Caution Due to the weight of the Electro Voice loudspeaker system it is imperative the bracket is properly secured to the wall The choice of fastener not supplied will be determined by the material and construction of the mounting surface The user is responsible to ensure the mounting surface and fasteners are capable of supporting the weight of the loudspeaker Caution Two 2 person lift and placement is recommended for the heavier loudspeakers Single person lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury Notice Do not remove the four 4 safety screws in the wall mount bracket Safety screws The U Bracket is not designed for the safety screws to be removed Notice The wall U Bracket mounting holes accept M10 or 3 8 inch fasteners The horizontal holes are D D located 16 inches apart for attachment to studs Electro Voice Installation Note 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 To wall mount an EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P do the following 1 Using the fasteners suitable for the wall material not supplied attach the U Bracket to the wall in a vertical or horizontal position Figure 2 3 U bracket 2 Us
10. techniques and regulations of suspending objects overhead Electro Voice strongly recommends all 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 Prior to use inspect the suspension points and associated hardware for any cracks deformations broken welds corrosion missing or damaged components which could reduce the suspension points strength Replace any damaged hardware Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load intended for the suspension points As an added safety measure it is suggested the user install an extra suspension point back to the building structural supports This redundant safety point should have as little slack as possible less than one 1 inch is preferable Prior to each use inspect the loudspeaker enclosures for any cracks deformations missing
11. uspended at a natural down angle to achieve the desired coverage If the down angle required is in between the vertical adjustment locations use the smaller vertical adjustment location and a pull back eyebolt For more information see Suspending the truss adapter page 15 Vertical Adjustment Table 2 3 Approximate natural down angle reference 2015 03 01 F 01U 308 107 Installation Note Electro Voice Electro Voice en 13 Attaching the truss clamp to the bracket The truss clamp illustration shows vertical adjustment 1 To attach the truss clamp to the bracket do the following 1 Removethe bolt and washer supplied from the truss clamp Save the bolt and washer 2 Align the truss clamp A with the desired vertical adjustment Figure 2 9 Truss clamp and bracket 3 Insert the bolt and washer B through the truss bracket into the truss clamp Use the bolt and washer removed from step 1 4 Tighten the bolt B The truss clamp is secured to the bracket Attaching the truss adapter Use the correct size truss adapter designed for your EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P full range loudspeaker loudspeaker The EKX 15 loudspeaker is shown in the illustrations with the truss adapter in vertical adjustment 1 For more information see EKX Full Range Loudspeaker Accessory Guide page 7 and Vertical adjustment of the truss clamp page 12 To attach the truss adaptor to the EKX 12 EKX 15 EKX 12P or EKX 15P loudspe
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