User manual ELECTRO-VOICE 415 DATASHEET

[. . . ] 13 Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Frequency Response, Beamwidth, and Directivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Zx5 Rigging Accessory Reference Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Painting Zx5 Speaker Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] · Electro-Voice® Zx5 speakers include 1-3/8 inch stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands. Make sure to: · Check the specifications of the speaker stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the speaker. · Check that the speaker stand is placed on a flat, stable surface and be sure to fully extend the legs of the stand. Do not try to make the stand "taller" and compromise its structural integrity. · Route cables and position the stand so that performers, production crew and audience members will not trip over the stand or cables and pull the speaker system over. Secure cables with wire ties or tape whenever possible. · Do not attempt to suspend more than one speaker on a stand designed for a single speaker · Unless you are confident that you can safely handle lifting the weight of the speaker onto the stand, ask another person to help you place it. · If you intend to hang or fly the Zx5 system, only do so safely with the correct hardware and accessories. WARNING: Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of rigging objects overhead. Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that Zx5 speakers be suspended taking into account all current national, federal, state and local regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that Zx5 speakers are safely installed in accordance with all such regulations. If Zx5 speakers are suspended, Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that the system be inspected at least once a year. Inspect the bracket assembly on the enclosures for any cracks, deformations, missing or loose screws which could reduce the flying hardware strength. Replace any loudspeaker systems that are damaged or missing hardware. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load for the Zx5 systems. 5 ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual Suspending Zx5 Speaker Systems (cont') Zx5 M8 Suspension Points Metric (M8) inserts are equipped on the top and bottom of the enclosure, around the handle, and on the back of the enclosure for a total of 10 points. The inserts can be used to attach forged eyebolts or rigging brackets. (2) M8 Suspension Points (Single-Stud Anchor Plate Removal Required) (2) M8 Suspension Points (Decal Removal Required) (2) M8 Suspension Points (Decal Removal Required) (2) M8 Suspension Points (Removal of Handle Bolts Required) (2) M8 Suspension Points (Single-Stud Anchor Plate/ Decal Removal Required) Figure 3a: Zx5 M8 Suspension Points (Top, Handle, Rear) Figure 3b: Zx5 M8 Suspension Points (Bottom) ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual 6 Suspending Zx5 Speaker Systems (cont') Suspending the Zx5 using optional Electro-Voice Single-Stud Rigging Kits The Zx5 is shipped with three single-stud anchor plates for rigging with single-stud rigging. There are two more locations on the bottom to mount single-stud anchor plates for flying the Zx5 upsidedown or horizontally. All of these locations can facilitate M8 Eyebolts if desired as well. Figure 4: Suspending the Zx5 Using Included Single-Stud Anchor Plates Kit Used (Left View) SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x1) Kits Used (Right View) SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x2) EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1)* *EBK-3 on Bottom of Top Enclosure (not shown, see Figure 3b) Step 1: Remove Decals Step 2: Attach Single-Stud Anchor Plates Removed from the Top of the Enclosure or optional RK-Z Kit (shown) or Eyebolts (not shown) Figure 5: Suspending the Zx5 Upside-Down Using Included Single-Stud Anchor Plates and SingleStud Rigging Kit Kits Used RK-Z Single-Stud Anchor Plate Kit (x1) SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x1) 7 ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual Suspending Zx5 Speaker Systems (cont') Horizontal Suspension of the Zx5 The Zx5 is capable of being suspended horizontally from the side (handle) or downward from the rear with the use of M8 Eyebolts. Figure 6: Suspending the Zx5 Downward from Rear Using Optional Forged Eyebolt Kit* Kit Used - EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1) *Note - When suspending from the rear M8 suspension points, it is recommended that the (2) left M8 suspension points are used on the rear of the enclosure for best weight distribution in relation to enclosure's center of gravity. Figure 7: Assembling Eyebolts to Handle for Horizontal Suspension Step 1: Remove Handle Bolts Step 2: Attach Eyebolts Figure 8: Suspending the Zx5 Horizontally from Handle Using Optional Forged Eyebolt Kit Kit Used - EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1) ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual 8 Suspending Zx5 Speaker Systems (cont') HA-5 Handle Mount VSA-1 Strong-Arm Step 1: Remove Handle Bolts and Handle Step 2: Attach HA-5 and Handle Bolts Step 3: Attach VSA-1 Strong-Arm Mount Figure 9: Assembling HA-5 Adapter for use with VSA-1 Strong-Arm Mount Kits Used HA-5 Handle Adapter Kit (x1) VSA-1 Strong-Arm Mount (x1) Arraying and Suspending the Zx5 using optional Electro-Voice Mounting or Array Brackets Figures 10 and 11 show several applications using EV mounting and array brackets. Carefully follow the instructions in this manual & the user manual packaged with EV brackets, and always use safe rigging practices when suspending Zx5. Spigot to Attach to Beam or Truss Clamp Figure 10: Suspending the Zx5 Vertically from Handle Using Optional Handle Adapter and Strong-Arm Mount Kits Used HA-5 Handle Adapter Kit (x1) VSA-1 Strong-Arm Mount (x1) *Note - Please consult VSA-1 User Manual for additional information. 9 ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual Suspending Zx5 Speaker Systems (cont') Kit Used - MB5 Wall/Ceiling Mounting Bracket (Wall Configuration) Kit Used - MB5 Wall/Ceiling Mounting Bracket (Ceiling Configuration) Kits Used - CB5 Array Bracket Kit (x1)* SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x1) Kit Used - CB5 Array Bracket Kit (x2)* NOTE: Do not exceed working load limit for individual rigging points when arraying the Zx5. (See Figure 2, Page 5) Kits Used - CB5 Array Bracket Kit (x2)* SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x2) EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1) Kits Used - CB5 Array Bracket Kit (x4)* EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1) *Note - CB5 Array Kits can be used for 60° or 90° Splay Angles Figure 11: Arraying and Suspending the Zx5 ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual 10 Zx5 Stage Monitor Positions Zx5 as a Monitor By design the Zx5 is a perfect solution for stage monitors. As different stage sizes require different monitor angles, the Zx5 offers two angles without any additional accessories. Step 1: Remove Monitor Foot Screws Step 2: Rotate Monitor Feet 180° Step 3: Re-attach Monitor Feet and Screws Figure 12: Switching the Monitor Feet from the 45° to 55° Positions Figure 13a: Zx5 as Monitor in 45° Position Figure 13b: Zx5 as Monitor in 55° Position CAUTION: When flipped to 55° the feet protrude from the enclosure. Care should be taken when moving the enclosure, since damage to the feet or enclosure might occur if the system is dropped or slid across a rough surface. It is recommended that the feet be returned to the 45° position for transport. 11 ELECTRO-VOICE® Zx5 Owner's Manual Specifications Freq. [. . . ] Hipass Frequency: 36 Hz Axial Sensitivity: 98 dB (1W/1m) Max Calculated SPL: 132 dB Horizontal Coverage: 90° or 60° Vertical Coverage: 50° or 60° Rated System Power: 600W Continuous, 2400W Peak LF Power Handling: 500W Continuous, 2000W Peak HF Power Handling: 40W Continuous, 160W Peak LF Transducer: DVX3150, 15in (300mm) Driver HF Transducer: ND2, 1in. For best paint adhesion, we recommend a "Plastic Adhesion Promoter" be applied before any paint. Sherwin Williams Plastic Adhesion Promoter UP07226 is a good example (See Telex document number LIT000066-000 for further details. ) Once Plastic Adhesion Promoter is applied follow the manufacturer's painting directions as you would normally. Painting a Zx5 Grille Remove grille from loudspeaker and remove the backing material & logo from grille prior to painting. [. . . ]