Electro-Voice Premium Surface Mount Speakers User's Manual
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1. channels to the sides of the 12 1 The panels you cut will fit into the spaces on both sides to provide a nice fit and finish The unit is supported from above via two eye bolts attached to the back of the unit As always IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO ENSURE THE STRENGTH OF THE BRACKET BUILDING CONNECTION AND OF THE STRENGTH OF THE BUILDING STRUCTURE EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 4 System Design Questions Can I paint the EVID speakers to match the environment Yes the EVID 3 2 4 2 amp 6 2 are made of high impact ABS that accepts a wide variety of paints For best results follow the painting directions on page 10 of the Owner s Manual What finishes are the EVID models available in The EVID lineup is available in white or black on all models even the 12 1 subwoofer They are pre coated to eliminate fading improve appearance and provide an easy to paint surface Can I get replacement logo and brackets for the EVID speakers Yes you can order spare logos brackets and related items as service parts Please reference the spare parts price list for further information The installation requires no logo is visible on the speaker What can do In this situation it is easy to black or white out the logo so that is becomes nearly impossible to see Since the design of the EVID line is attractive and subtle these requests will generally be quite rare Can l use the EVID 12 1 outdoor2. accessory list for configurations and pricing The array can be suspended from a threaded rod or support pipe and then be positioned to cover the listening area In addition the array brackets can be employed to offer bi directional coverage by positioning the assembly in the middle of the listening area to cover the full length of a long confined space such as a hallway How can I easily mount the EVID 3 2 or 4 2 to the ceiling when there is a standard 2 x2 or 2 x4 suspended ceiling present We suggest using an easily available ceiling clip for mounting the SAM bracket on a suspended ceiling T channel The clip simply twists and locks around the ceiling grid T channel and provides a stud to attach the bracket mounting plate We recommend using 2 per speaker Make sure and position the clips near or directly beneath the grid support wires to guard against a sagging ceiling EV does not stock these adapters but they are available from a variety of lighting and hardware suppliers How do I install the 12 1 The 12 1 offers a variety of mounting options right out of the box The users guide details each of these methods Of particular interest is the flush mount configuration in a suspended ceiling The design of the 12 1 allows for flush mounting the unit in a 2x2 ceiling grid space When doing this you cut two small ceiling panels from the 2x2 panel you just removed to fill in on each side of the unit and attach the two wall L
3. musical requirements of the application A sports bar or health club for example might require much more bass content than does a low level background music system Sensitivity of the satellite section varies depending on the particular satellite model chosen the number of speakers employed and the wiring configuration Higher satellite sensitivities result in less relative subwoofer level It s generally best to position the subwoofer after the rest of the system is installed changing its location to achieve the optimum bass level The acoustic volume level of the subwoofer can be raised or lowered by moving its position within the room Beginning at a corner junction in the room you can enhance bass output by moving the subwoofer closer to the ceiling or floor you can reduce apparent bass output by moving it out onto the center of a wall You can decrease bass output further by suspending it in the middle of the room Specification Questions Are the EVID full range speakers protected against excessive input power Yes protection circuitry is included inside all the 8 ohm models This circuit gives full range protection including the woofer and tweeter The t versions are current limited and fully protected by the transformer Can the EVID models be use outdoors Yes the full range models are all weather resistant They pass MilSpec 810 and are IEC rated as splash proof IEC529 rating of IP x4 If possible it is be
4. sun such as yellowing or chalking 48 hours of very intense UV 1120W sq m These 48 hours are supposed to simulate about 1 year of being out in the sun Low Temperature This cycles from 6 degrees C to 19 degrees C 21F to 2F for 48 hours According to the Milspec document this simulates acceptability in a mild climate such as coastal Europe and southeast Australia High Temperature This cycles from 32 C to 49C 90F to 120F for 48 hours This simulates acceptability in a Hot climate such as North Africa the Middle East Pakistan and India southwestern US and northern Mexico IEC Water Splashing The products passed a rating of IP X4 which is also the CEE rating in Europe IP X4 allows us to officially call them splashproof Although people may have different conceptions of the term splashproof this is the IEC and CEE definition of a splashproof rating What are the characteristics of the matching transformers in the EVID models EVID speakers incorporate high performance transformers that are very stable at all frequencies in their range and exhibit very little low frequency saturation The matching transformers in all the EVID units are designed to provide full rated output down to the low frequency limit in its specification with virtually no saturation In addition the insertion loss of less than 0 5 db is extremely low This results in less heat generation higher power transfer and more speaker efficiency I
5. 9 EVID System Design Examples 10 What are some typical systems designs incorporating EVID series speakers 10 Small Bar or Restaurant noncis oia a a u ae pass eked cag ROS amen Ried EAEE 11 TOCA 11 8pea t ffee 11 Large eoeeeeeeeeeeeeeee oa Se veut ea Raa eNO lI Theatre Lobby rener aako 12 8SpeaFree 12 SPORIS BAT r aR E ealas We oto 12 SHOPPING AN OEE EEA tee ETIO EEE S EN EEE EEO E 12 111I TE A E S EE NENT A A T 13 EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 3 Mounting Questions need to position some of the speakers in my installation on a shelf How do do this The EVID 3 2 and 4 2 full range models have accessory stands available which allow them to mount vertically or horizontally on a shelf or other flat surface In addition EVID 6 2 can be vertically mounted when using the appropriate stand What mounting accessories are available for the EVID models to set up an array The entire EVID full range line is particularly suited to work in an array format There is a line of accessory brackets which allow the units to be easily mounted in this fashion The AB series array brackets allow you to mount and set up an array using the EVID 3 2 4 2 amp 6 2 full range units They are available for the EVID 3 2 4 2 and 6 2 models and are available to cover 180 degrees or a full 360 degree installation An adapter is also included on the 6 2 4 2 bracket set to mount the array on a tripod support See the
6. EVID Design and Installation Reference Guide Ey EV D EV Innovative Design Premium Surface Mount Speakers EVID Design and Installation Reference Guide scssccssscsssssssecssssssssssssessssossees 1 Mounting QUES TIOTIS vis cis sccsasscisiscsuseesnaseissssdissucesuasaddusassenssncduidcudponsteusdsasekecsnidscussesssceauseuses 4 I need to position some of the speakers in my installation on a shelf How do I do this Se Sa aaa age GCN GLENS AE AGLI ts AE DST 4 What mounting accessories are available for the EVID models to set up an array 4 How can I easily mount the EVID 3 2 or 4 2 to the ceiling when there is a standard 2 x2 or 2 x4 suspended Ceiling present 4 TIOW AOL TASIGU thel Thesen a 4 System Design Questions 5 Can I paint the EVID speakers to match the environment 5 What finishes are the EVID models available im P 5 Can I get replacement logo and brackets for the EVID speaker P 5 The installation requires no logo is visible on the speaker What can I do 0000 5 Can I use the EVID 12 1 outdoors Pn 5 CONT paintthe EVID IIT r a E EE E E E E A E A E GS 5 Can I use the 12 1 subwoofer with an external crossover and separate power amp Claneeeeeeeeee 5 What general guidelines do I consider when deciding on the physical placement of the EVID T21 subwoofer sa cheat lens Bait geass ae Teak ex tA cae al eA 6 What typical subwoofer satellite system configurations are possib
7. al 160 Hz acoustic crossover point with a 4 ohm load on each satellite output It is best to use a 4 ohm load on each satellite output when possible Increasing the impedance of the satellites on a satellite outputs lowers the crossover frequency to the satellites resulting in more overlap between the subwoofer and the satellite Using an 8 ohm load on each satellite output results in operating the satellite down to 80 Hz With the subwoofer operating up to 160 Hz this could result in a frequency response bump between 80 Hz and 160 Hz where both subs and satellites are operating This is a situation to be aware of when placing the speakers in the room What is the best way to connect the EVID 12 1 for single channel operation To operate a 12 1 subwoofer in mono parallel the two subwoofer inputs resulting in a 4Q load in the subwoofer range below 160 Hz When hooking an EVID 12 1 in mono IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT BOTH INPUTS ARE CONNECTED IN PROPER POLARITY EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 6 In mono systems with the inputs of the subwoofer paralleled the amp views the loads hooked up to the Left and Right satellite outputs as being in parallel with each other Make sure the amplifier can run loads of less than 4 ohms in this situation What are some techniques to properly balance the levels between the subwoofer and satellites The required sensitivity balance between the subwoofer and satellites varies by the
8. ance in the subwoofer range to a fraction of what it is at higher frequencies This can draw too much current from the amplifier either causing the amp to fail or creating distortion such as premature amp clipping or muddy sound at low levels This can adversely affect the sound that goes through the full range speakers as well The more power you put through the transformer the more it can saturate so even a transformer that performs well on low signal test equipment can saturate severely on higher voltage distributed lines It requires a high performance transformer to drive a subwoofer successfully on a distributed line All the EV 15000 series transformers are designed to perform to spec up to their rated power In the long run it is better to run a subwoofer from its own low impedance amplifier channel and run only the satellites from the constant voltage 70v 100v line What equalization should I use for EVID systems The proper equalization settings depend on many factors such as the quantity of speakers the room characteristics the typical operating level the residual background noise in the venue and the type of audience The wide frequency response and high power handling of EVID systems lets you use a wide variety of equalization settings EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 9 EVID System Design Examples What are some typical systems designs incorporating EVID series speakers The EVID series of surface mount s
9. fier 1 MA605B Sports Bar Room size 4000 Sq Ft Source High level music Equipment List Quantity Model Speakers Main Full Range 8 EVID 6 2 Subwoofer 2 EVID 12 1 Amplification Power Amplifier 2 CPS 1 Shopping Mall Total area 100000 Sq Ft Source Low level music amp voice paging 4 2t s tapped at the 7 5 watt setting Equipment List Item OTAN Model Speakers Main Full Range 80 EVID 4 2t Subwoofer N A Amplification Power Amplifier 1 CPS 2T EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 12 Stadium Total area 100000 Sq Ft Source Announcement fill and voice paging Total amplifier power 580 watts per channel The 6 2t s are tapped at the 30w setting Equipment List Item Quantity Model Speakers Main Full Range 102 EVID 6 2t Subwoofer N A Amplification Power Amplifier 3 CPS 2T Mixer Amplifier N A EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 13
10. le P 6 How large an area can an EVID system cover P 6 What are general wiring electrical guidelines when assembling complete EVID systems with a subwoofer P 6 What is the best way to connect the EVID 12 1 for single channel operation 6 What are some techniques to properly balance the levels between the subwoofer and Satellites ai ia E E sen apn PRR E Can Cah een oR A cain RARE 7 Specification QUES TONS cscssssccsssasevssecssossouspsiessasbpcussscounosdovencssuiassnescdonuedsveassstsusosuenessensuseetans 7 Are the EVID full range speakers protected against excessive input power 7 Can the EVID models be use outdoors P 7 How are the EVID full range models tested for weather rexi tance P 7 DALLAS S p 8 H midi yesasia E 8 Solar Radiation ates amt seta hcg e e 8 EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 2 Eow Temperate ennan hore ate uccab ie ately a CR ate te ahs tant 8 IEC Water Splashin giras uinnean harsh ctestad lin a bens 8 What are the characteristics of the matching transformers in the EVID models 8 In what application would I use the t versions rather than the 8 Ohm models 8 Do the EVID t models work with both 70v and LOOV systems cccccccceeteetstetetetees 9 What are the power taps for the various EVID t models s P P 9 Can I run a 12 1 subwoofer on a 70v or 100v distributed line P 9 What equalization should I use for EVID systems P P
11. n what application would I use the t versions rather than the 8 Ohm models In large wide area applications or where a large number of satellites are needed to cover odd shaped or multiple room you would use the t models Also where the EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 8 infrastructure of the audio system is a constant voltage design you would employ the t versions Do the EVID t models work with both 70v and 100v systems Yes the same t models work on both 100v and 70 7v lines Regardless whether you use 100v or 70 7v distributed line systems you use the same model speaker What are the power taps for the various EVID t models e 3 2t A single non selectable power tap rated at Sw 70v and 10w 100v e 4 2t The power taps are 30w 15w and 7 5w at both 70 7v and 100v with a 3 7w tap for 70 7v only e 6 2t The power taps are 60w 30w and 15w at both 70 7v and 100v with a 7 5w tap for 70 7v only A rotary switch on the back panel selects the taps for the 4 2t and 6 2t A label is provided on the back of each speaker showing the switch positions to use for the settings at 70v and 100v Can I run a 12 1 subwoofer on a 70v or 100v distributed line To operate the 12 1 on a distributed sound line you need to add a matching transformer which must be a high quality transformer such as the ElectroVoice 15000 series Many other transformers saturate at low frequencies dropping the imped
12. peaker systems are especially well suited to working with the MA MR mixer amps or the CPS 1 CPS 2 and CPS2T power amplifiers Listed below are a number of suggested installation examples for a variety of environments incorporating EV amplification products Please note The equipment lists which follow do not list other required pieces commonly used in sound installations such as source playback equipment and paging hardware EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 10 Small Bar or Restaurant Room size 2500 Sq Ft 3 Source Mid level music Equipment List i Item Quantity Model Speakers Main Full Range 4 EVID 4 2 Subwoofer l EVID 12 1 Amplification Power Amplifier 1 CPS 1 Doctors Office Room size 300 Sq Ft Source Low level programmed music amp voice paging Equipment List 3 3 Model Item Quantity Speakers 3 3 3 Main Full Range 6 EVID 3 2t Subwoofer N A Amplification Mixer Amplifier 1 MR355C Large Retail Store Room size 6000 Sq Ft Source Mid level music amp voice paging Equipment List Item Quantity Model Speakers Main Full Range 8 EVID 4 2 Subwoofer 2 EVID 12 1 Amplification Power Amplifier 1 CPS 2 EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 11 Theatre Lobby Room size 3000 Sq Ft Source Low level music amp voice paging Equipment List Item Quantity Model Speakers Main Full Range 10 EVID 3 2t Subwoofer N A Amplification Mixer Ampli
13. s Not in most cases The EVID 12 1 subwoofer cannot generally be used outdoors It is constructed of reinforced MDF material which is coated with a polyurethane to protect in most situations not in rain or direct moisture Can I paint the EVID 12 1 Yes it s quite simple A variety of paints can then be used and simply paint over the existing surface It is a best to remove the acoustic foam prior to painting Can I use the 12 1 subwoofer with an external crossover and separate power amp channel Yes The 12 1 has an internal passive crossover but you can also use an active crossover and power the subwoofers from a different amplifier channel than the satellite speakers Using the 12 1 this way also allows for larger and more flexible installations When using an active crossover the recommended crossover range is anywhere between 60 Hz and 160 Hz Use higher frequencies for the 3 2 and lower ranges for the 4 2 and 6 2 Different rooms can sound better with different crossover points even using the same speakers so experiment with what sounds best for your speakers and room Use as 12 24db crossover slope EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 5 What general guidelines do consider when deciding on the physical placement of the EVID 12 1 subwoofer It is often desirable to place the subwoofer in the middle of the room to get the most uniform coverage Even though a subwoofer projects sound omni directionally and that the so
14. st to install the units under an overhang maximize long term performance Although not always needed further moisture protection can be obtained by using the weatherized terminal covers when the EVID 4 2 and 6 2 units are used outdoors These covers are simple to use and protect the input terminal panel The cover installs over the existing input cup providing a sealed gland fitting entrance to further protect the input panel against the elements The cover is available in black and white and can be painted How are the EVID full range models tested for weather resistance All EVID full range loudspeakers feature weather resistance design criteria which allow them to pass MilSpec810 and IEC529 specifications These specifications provide tests to determine outdoor capability in severe climates Five separate test sessions are EVID Design and Installation Manual Page 7 conducted Humidity Low Temperature Cycle High Temperature Cycle UV Exposure and Salt Spray Salt Spray 48 hours continuous light spray consisting of 5 salt solution This tests for resistance to the effects of an aqueous salt atmosphere It also gives a general indication of resistance to rusting Humidity 48 hours of cycling Starts at 100 humidity 27 degrees C goes to 95 35degrees and goes back to 100 at 27 degrees It is to indicate resistance to a warm humid atmosphere Solar Radiation This test is run to determine the effects of being out in the
15. und is generally not localizable there is still a reduction in subwoofer sound level the farther away one gets from the subwoofers installed location Placement in the middle of a room however lowers the sensitivity and ultimate maximum SPL of the subwoofer You can also use additional subwoofers in order to attain more even coverage To get good SPL levels it might be necessary in some applications to install the 12 1 subwoofer along a wall or in a corner What typical subwoofer satellite system configurations are possible The EVID Series contains a variety of models allowing great flexibility to configure a system to fit the requirements of many different applications Some typical examples are illustrated at the end of this guide How large an area can an EVID system cover A system consisting of one 12 1 subwoofer and four 4 2 or 6 2 satellites can cover up to a 4000 square foot room with balanced even coverage The estimate of 4000 square feet is a typical coverage area You can scale the coverage up or down to adjust for applications with different SPL requirements and different size rooms What are general wiring electrical guidelines when assembling complete EVID systems with a subwoofer Because the 12 1 s crossover network does a good job of separating the low pass and high pass frequency bands you can usually consider the impedance in each band as being nearly separate from each other The crossover frequency is set for the ide
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