Electro-Voice 2.1P Speaker User Manual
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1. Dual mode Safety line mounting attachment bracket LS eyebolt ji s Acoustic SE ports E r r J Amplifier a N panel AS _ e lali we 16 aes NAIR a A o i N ee j lt an O ln U aj re u j e 2 Bracket clip EV n mounting logo A points Figure 1 EVID 12 1P Features Figure 2 EVID 12 1P Features Front Rear Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual 1 Illustrated in Figure 3 are the major components of the EVID 12 1P subwoofer amplifier TI O gt Variable Crossover Control High Pass XLR Line Level Output Full Range XLR Line Level Output Power Switch AC Line Cord Connector Packing List Below is a list of parts included with the EVID 12 1P subwoofer The parts are illustrated in Figure 4 A T O I TI O O EVIDTM 12 1P Wall Corner Mounting Bracket 4 Rubber Mounting Feet 2 Speaker Mounting Clips Eyebolt Right Angle Power Cord Owner s Manual Warranty Card A B 6 or n aS wor nor mamno voune N O Cy Ey 3 Xa SEX o o o Xa a 12 1 PP le Cl Digital Ampl E n KERE SAM ERATEN a Pem See D POWER CONSUMPTON gt Beep ens serma cower Gy E en CE ruse yee an SRN HERRE rae2. Figure 3 EVID 12 1P Amplifer Panel Figure 4 EVID 12 1P Packing List Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual Step by Step Installation amp Wiring Step 1 Mount the Bracket The mounting bracket can be installed two ways see Figures 5 and 6 allowing optimal configurations for installations Leave 1 5 of space between the bracket and the ceiling when installing in a corner Attach the bracket to the wall with suitable fasteners screwed into structural members in the wall Remember It is the installer s responsibility to insure that the structure can safely support the load Usea Joist mimimum of four screws Ceiling Bracket oo o oO ainn D le Mi as Dimm gt f Wall Bracket O Use a E mimimum of Stud 2 four screws Figure 5 Corner Installation Figure 6 Midwall Installation Top View Side View Step 2 Install the Safety Line Using accepted safe rigging practices secure one end of a suitable safety line use cable not chain which will rattle to a strong secure point above the speaker a point that can withstand the shock of the falling speaker This is especially important in public spaces constructed with light gauge steel studs Do not attach the safety line to the bracket The safety line should prevent the speaker from fall
3. or other source If there is no sound check that all of the electronics are on the signal routing is correct the source is active the volume is on and so on Carefully remove the fuse holder from the power cord input with the use of a flat head screwdriver Inspect the fuse for any damage Blown fuses will typically show a smoke like blackening on the inside of the glass If this is the problem replace the fuse with a 4A 250V 20mm x 5mm fuse Only replace this fuse with the same type and rated fuse to reduce the risk of fire When two speakers are connected out of polarity out of phase the low frequencies will cancel each other acoustically Carefully observe the wire markings or tracers on your full range speaker wires Verify that their amplifier terminal is connected to the red speaker terminals and their amplifier terminal is connected to the black speaker terminals Check the low level signal cable XLR connector to make sure that it has been pushed all the way into the Low Level In amplifier panel jack If crackling persists remove the signal cable from the amplifier and its low level signal source and check for a faulty connection between the connector and the cable Make sure that all of the terminals on cable connectors have been properly soldered If these suggestions do not solve your problem contact your nearest Electro Voice dealer or Electro Voice distributor Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User
4. or retail soace use two EVID 3 2 s or C4 2 s for each 12 1P installed e Moderate level music and paging in a sports bar restaurant or upbeat retail space install two or four EVID 4 2 s or C8 2 s for each 12 1P used 8 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual e Higher level foreground music in bass heavy applications such as dance floors amusement arcades or loud bars use one pair of EVIDTM 6 2 s for each 12 1P e For example a large hotel might use eight 3 2 s and two 12 1P s in the dining room eight 4 2 s and two 12 1P s in the lounge four 6 2 s with two 12 1P s surrounding the dance floor 6 2 s around the pool 6 2 s or 4 2s with or without 12 1P s in the lobby and 3 2 s in the corridors Characteristics of All Subwoofers While subwoofers do radiate sound omni directionally in all directions and the sound is generally non localizable one can t hear exactly where it comes from subwoofer sound level still drops off the farther one moves from the subwoofer The highest output and best room loading are accomplished with the subwoofer mounted in a corner at a three boundary junction wall wall ceiling or wall wall floor an arrangement also referred to as 1 8 space Mounting at a two boundary junction wall ceiling or 1 4 space produces three dB less output and mounting in the middle of a room in the ceiling 1 2 space reduces output still another three dB Subwoofers produce large amounts of long wavelen
5. s reach Lift the enclosure up to the ceiling and bring its back into contact with the bracket rungs Slide the enclosure sideways to engage the clip over one bracket rung 1 and while holding it tight against both rungs insert the 3 8 16 thread screw with its clip into the remaining mounting hole so the clip engages the remaining bracket rung 2 3 Finger tighten the screw and straighten the clip The enclosure may now be released It will slide down the rungs until the four rubber feet are snug against the wall Using a 3 right angle Phillips screwdriver securely tighten the second Phillips head screw Gently rotate the EV logo a quarter turn and press firmly at its center to seat it securely into its mounting hole See Figure 9 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual 5 Mounting through a suspended ceiling grid On the rear of the enclosure install and tighten two 3 8 16 thread forged steel eyebolts one is included with a 3 8 flat washer under each Cut two pieces of ordinary drop ceiling L angle wall track 23 3 4 long and screw them to the top and bottom of the enclosure with 3 4 long sheet metal screws as shown in Figure 10 Connect all of the wires and suspend the enclosure face down by the eyebolts in accordance with accepted safe rigging practice Adjust the length of the rigging cables so the tips of the installed L angles just rest on the ceiling cross tees This stabilizes the enclosure from rocking Trim the ceiling pan
6. EVID 12 1P User Manual Table of Contents Froguet D eSCl D iis ns ys ysls sane Wa kK Eo HINANA ANA b n ke EN EDAN ne DUA K0 DENK NN NG 1 Product F altll CCC AOR ai ix linn e baz la dee 1 FAC IO TIS zcew _r_rmgryru rm 2 Step by Step Installation and Wiring LLULCUL e LLLE EL LLEELE 3 Step 1 Mount the Bracket LLULLULL L L LL LELE J Step 2 Install the Safety Line L LLL LE LL LLAAEEE 3 Step 3 Wire the Speaker LLLLLLLLL LELE 4 Step 4 Mount the Speaker to the Bracket 4 For Corner Mounting LLL L LL A A lt For Midwall Mounting LLLL LL L LL AA AA AA A KAL 3 Mounting through a Suspended Ceiling G i 6 Floor Mounn seisseen Sages E EEan EANO EI E nD DD DDDnDD DJM MDMMRMRZRI 2DaZMEVE 6 Step 5 Test System Operation LLLLLL LL ledacseeae 6 Safety Agency Compliance LLLLLLLL LELE bevureseudecbarteasddeteueecses 7 MIE DAGE rE A A E EE E E Appendix A Warranty Statement 0 ccccccccccccccccnececeeceueecenecenneseneeennees Appendix B Installation Examples LLLLLLLLL LL LELE EEE 8 Characteristics of all Subwoofers LuLLu teeeeee eee eeeeteetaeeeees 9 Appendix C Painting Process LLULCUL LL L LLLL
7. LELE AE 10 Appendix D Troubleshooting siscascoscerveaiosseddvensatsevevecsssetineinrivactdovevedssaes 11 Appendix E Technical Specifiations LAWLLL LLLLLLLEELE 12 TOC Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual Product Description The 12 1P is a self contained powered 12 subwoofer providing over 300 watts continuous output to the speaker The 12 1P makes the addition of a subwoofer to a EVID system very easy and efficient Since the unit is self powered the full range satellite speakers can be powered independently from the subwoofer and optimized for the installation The 12 1P features a high performance variable 12 dB octave crossover and a full range line level output along with a high pass line level output on the rear panel The unit can be mounted in a variety of configurations with the bracket hardware supplied Product Feature Identification The 12 1P subwoofer comes with a dual mode mounting bracket that enables the unit to be easily mounted at either a wall wall corner or on a wall ceiling midwall junction The included forged steel eyebolt provides the installer a solid attachment point for a safety line When properly anchored and supported the 12 1P subwoofer may also be safely installed protruding just 2 3 4 down through a standard sus pended ceiling grid See installation instructions
8. Manual 11 Appendix E Technical Specifications Frequency Response 10 dB 42 Hz 160 Hz Max Calculated SPL 1M 126 dB LF Amplifier Power 650W 50ms Burst 300W Continuous Line Input Sensitivity 12 dBu to 0 dBu for Full Output LF Transducer 12 300 mm High Excursion Dual Voice Coil Connectors Line Inputs XLR Balanced Outputs XLR Power Requirement 110 130 VAC 50 60 Hz Enclosure Material MDF Steel Fastener Reinforced Included Accessories Mounting Bracket and Hardware Dim H x W x D 16 25 x 23 0 x 12 0 412 mm x 584 mm x 305 mm Net Weight 49 0 Ibs 22 2 kg 11 8 Space Corner Mounting 1 Meter 12 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual Notes Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual U S A and Canada For customer orders contact the Customer Service department at 800 392 3497 Fax 800 955 6831 For warranty repair or service information contact the Service Repair Department at 800 685 2606 For technical assistance contact Technical Support at 866 78 AUDIO Specifications subject to change without notice All Other International Locations 952 884 4051 Fax 952 736 4212 www electrovoice com e Telex Communications Inc e www telex com Printed in U S A Telex Communications Inc 2 2003 Part Number 38110 199 Rev A Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual
9. corner mounting Attach the four rubber mounting feet to the front side edges and secure the safety line to the eyebolt Lift the enclosure up to the ceiling and center it back it into the corner until it touches the bracket rungs then carefully lower it so the top clip hooks over the top rung of the bracket 1 Insert one of the 3 8 16 thread Phillips head screws through the remaining clip and with the clip pointing up thread the screw finger tight into the lower mtg hole on the enclosure 2 3 Level the clip and tighten securely with a 3 right angle Phillips screwdriver Even though the 4 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual enclosure hangs from the top clip always install the lower one to secure against possible disengagement of the top clip Straighten the EV logo and press firmly at its center to seat it securely into its mounting hole lo f i C i 1 rungs tT T QS 1 A E e o O e This side towards wall 3 O O 2 ca ET Figure 8 Corner Mounting Figure 9 Midwall Mounting s6uny L For midwall mounting Attach the four rubber mounting feet inside the corners on the side of the enclosure that will be against the wall and attach the safety line to the eyebolt Insert one of the 3 8 16 thread Phillips head screws through the remaining clip and keep it within arm
10. el to fit the new Opening s and drop into place It is the installer s responsibility to assure that the chosen rigging points are strong enough to support the load Warning Never try to install this speaker in a suspended ceiling without proper rigging support Rigging cables L angle Ceiling tile Eyebolts Ly Y Acoustic port Figure 10 Attach L Angles to Speaker Floor Mounting The EVID 12 1P may be placed directly on the floor in a corner or on its side along a straight wall by simply attaching the four rubber mounting feet to the side that will sit on the floor Step 5 Test System Operation After all connections are made test the complete system operation Appendix C on page 10 contains a troubleshooting guide to assist in locating a variety of speaker related problems 6 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual Safety Agency Compliance The EVIDTM 12 1P bracket system has successfully passed EIA 636 at a safety factor of 6 1 The bracket system is intended to support the EVIDTM 12 1P only Do not use it for any other purpose Never set anything on or hang anything from the EVID 12 1P enclosure when using this bracket For a copy of the model specific CE Declaration of Conformity contact Electro Voice at the address listed at the end of this manual Maintenance Your EVID system has been designed and manufactured to pr
11. gth low frequency energy Every object has its own resonant frequency and long wavelengths tend to excite large objects like walls floors doors and ceiling panels Anything loose in or on a ceiling or wall will buzz or rattle as a subwoofer s level is increased Most of these can be isolated and fixed with small strategically placed bits of foam tape Others may require driving additional nails or screws and perhaps some caulking to dampen their sympathetic movement Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual 9 Appendix C Painting Process e Remove the four screws securing the front hatch and lift off the hatch panel Carefully twist and lift off the EV logo and set it aside e The foam grille blocks are held in place by sharp pins protruding through the baffle board Note the relative position of the foam and carefully lift the blocks off the pins Mask around and over the amplifier panel with tape and heavy paper and tape a piece of heavy paper over the woofer It is not necessary to remove any components e Clean the cabinet bracket and clips by rubbing with a lightly dampened cloth Do not use abrasives such as sandpaper or steel wool Never use gasoline kerosene acetone MEK paint thinner harsh detergents or other chemicals as these agents may cause permanent damage to the enclosure e After cleaning apply two or more two thin coats of either latex or oil based paint Spraying is recommended but a brush and small rolle
12. ing if the bracket tears loose from the wall Secure the other end to the eyebolt that is fully threaded into the enclosure Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual 3 Step 3 Wire the Speaker A typical wiring configuration is shown in Figure 7 It is highly advisable to support the unit while these connections are being made When mounting the speaker in a corner mount configuration a right angle XLR connector such as Neutrik NC3MRC or equiv is required for the signal connections see Figure 7 Connect the line level signal from the mixer pre amplifier or other source into the line input connector Plug in the power cord and connect the unit to a standard 120VAC power source The proper crossover setting is determined by the satellite Input Signal l pam speakers used The following are general guidelines Satellite Crossover Speaker Setting 3 2 110 Hz 4 2 95 Hz 6 2 80 Hz ZG je BexwariS rd Adjust the crossover according to the chart above Set the appropriate sub level before making the final mounting to the bracket Figure 7 Wiring Configuration Step 4 Mount the Speaker to the Bracket First remove the two Phillips head screws on the rear of the enclosure Use the supplied eyebolt to mount one mounting clip to the top of the speaker as shown in Figure 8 Check to make sure that the wiring connections to the amplifier and the satellite speakers are correct and secure For
13. ovide years of durability and reliable service No routine maintenance is necessary Units may be cleaned by wiping with a soft damp cloth Never use solvents or harsh cleaning agents of any kind Appendix A Warranty Statement Electro Voice Speakers and Speaker Systems are guaranteed against malfunction due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five 5 years from the date of original purchase The Limited Warranty does not apply to burned voice coils or malfunctions such as cone and or coil damage resulting from improperly designed enclosures Electro Voice active electronics associated with the speaker systems are guaranteed for three 3 years from the date of original purchase If such malfunction occurs during the specified period the product will be repaired or replaced at our discretion without charge The product will be returned to the customer prepaid Exclusions and Limitations The Limited Warranty does not apply to a exterior finish or appearance b certain specific items described in the individual product line statements below or in the individual product sheet or owner s manual c malfunction resulting from use or operation of the product other than as specified in the product data sheet or owner s manual d malfunction resulting from misuse or abuse of the product or e malfunction occurring at any time after repairs have been made to the product by anyone other than Electro Voice Ser
14. r work very well It is not necessary to paint all the way up to the woofer Only the visible surfaces need to be painted the hatch front and side edges the exposed enclosure surfaces down to the hatch gaskets and about halfway under where the foam blocks sit Likewise the rear sides of the bracket and clips need not be painted The hatch screw heads may be painted if desired e When the paint is thoroughly dry carefully unmask everything Replace the foam blocks pressing them gently down onto the sharp pins Replace the hatch cover and tighten the four screws Locate the small center hole properly orient the EV logo and press it firmly into place at its center to reseat it in the mounting hole 10 Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual Appendix D Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause s Action 1 No sound Amplifier Line level signal Fuse 2 Poor low frequency Speakers wired response out of polarity 3 Intermittent output Faulty such as crackling or connection wiring distortion Verify that that the line level signal cable s XLR connector has been pushed all the way into the Low Level In jack on the amplifier panel Turn the Power switch on and the volume up until you can hear sound emitting from the 12 1p subwoofer If there is still no sound the problem is with the line level signal Connect a known working powered test speaker to the line level signal from the mixer pre amplifier
15. vice or any of its authorized representatives Electro Voice EVID 12 1P User Manual 7 Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service a customer must deliver the product prepaid to Electro Voice Service or to any of its authorized service representatives together with proof of purchase of the product in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice A list of authorized service representatives is available from Electro Voice Service at 12000 Portland Avenue Burnsville MN 55337 Ph 877 863 4166 Incidental and Consequential Damages Excluded Product repair or replacement and return to the customer are the only remedies provided to the customer Electro Voice shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages including without limitation injury to persons or property or loss of use Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Other Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Appendix B Installation Examples The EVID Series is a product family with the flexibility to fit the requirements of many different applications Listed below are some suggested combinations for systems using the 12 1P with EVID full range speakers e Rich full sounding low level background music and paging ina quiet restaurant office
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