QSC Audio AF218-SW Speaker System User Manual
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1. Rigging continued Array Frame Ground Stacking with the AF218 sw The AF218 sw array frame can be used for ground stacking up to four WL218 sw enclosures There is no recommended proce dure other then the requirement that all articulated joints links and ball lock pins be in their normal position as if sus pended and be fully inserted and locked into position enclosures on an AF218 sw array frame in an array Do not ground stack more than four 4 WL218 sw A frame ground stack configuration Ground Stacking WL218 sw Enclosures without an Array Frame The WL218 sw enclosures feature stacking feet and recesses on the enclosure s ends so that when properly oriented the upper enclosure s stacking feet fit into the lower enclosure s stacking recesses DO NOT stack more than one WL218 sw enclosure on another WL218 sw enclosure Stack only on a level surface capable of supporting many times the enclosure s weight Use of non slip surfaces or restrain ing systems may be required to retain the enclosure s position PP Ensure the enclosures I are fully pinned includ m ing the bottom enclo p sure being pinnedtothe gt J AF218 sw array frame n see detail 3 ieu A I Ado a aJ When stacking enclo sures without AF218 sw array frame ensure the stacking feet a2. 1675 MacArthur Blvd Costa Mesa CA 92626 USA C Main Number 714 754 6175 Sales amp Marketing 714 957 7100 or toll free USA only 800 854 4079 Customer Service 714 957 7150 or toll free USA only 800 772 2834 WideLine Series Loudspeaker System User Manual WL21 8 sw subwoofer line array loudspeaker D B21 8 sw dolly board AF21 8 sw subwoofer array frame ma TD 000232 00 revB IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Install in accordance with OSC Audio Product s instructions and under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer WARNING Before placing installing rigging or suspending any speaker product inspect all hardware suspension cabinets transducers brackets and associated equipment for damage Any missing corroded deformed or non load rated component could significantly reduce the strength of the installation placement or array Any such condition severely reduces the safety of the installation and should be immediately corrected Use only hardware which is rated for the loading conditions of the installation and any possible short term unexpected overloading Never exceed the rating of the hardware or equipment Consult a licensed Professional Engineer regarding physical equipment installation Ensure that all local state and national regulations regarding the safety and operation of suspended equipment are u
3. 3400 Ib 1540 kg 2400 Ib 1090 kg 1700 Ib 771 kg AF218 sw Array Frame 80 Ib 36 3 kg 3400 Ib 1540 kg 2400 Ib 1090 kg 1700 Ib 771 kg 1 2 inch Shoulder Bolt n a 6400 Ib 2900 kg 4500 Ib 2040 kg 3200 Ib 1450 kg 5 16 inch Ball Lock Pin n a 2400 Ib 1090 kg 1700 Ib 771 kg 1200 Ib 544 kg 1 2 inch Ball Lock Pin n a 6400 Ib 2900 kg 4500 Ib 2040 kg 3200 Ib 1450 kg 1 Working Load Limits are per fastener loaded in double shear Data is for informational purposes only Rigging continued NOTE All hardware components must be rated for the A expected loads as determined by the Professional Engi neer responsible for suspension Attaching WL218 sw Loudspeaker to WL218 sw Loud speaker 1 With the enclosures on dolly boards and facing downward posi tion two enclosures adjacent one another such that the front receiver tubes are aligned 2 Unpin and extend the articulated joints from the lower enclosure Align and insert the articulated joint into the upper enclosure s receiver tube Pin each articulated joint in place using two ball lock pins one at each end inserted fully and locked in position Ensure all four 4 pins are used and locked securely into place Replace any faulty or questionable ball lock pin immediately Failure to follow these recommendations may result in A dangerous conditions injury or death 3 If suspending the array DO NOT PIN THE REAR LINK ASSEMBLY
4. 45 920 1166 37mm 21 322 541 58mm 16 010 406 65mm 11 Dimensions DB218 sw 0 13 m i 6 05 154mm 43 5 1105mm NM ccm olj C Al 21 5 2 lid o 546mm elo P Dimensions AF218 sw 9 7 Hi 246mm F i a p 4p i g D p 51 0 1295mm 85 id 216mm 40 102mm 47 5 1207 mm T0 a i 178mm 6 0 4 z CE T 152mm H LER o 58 4 0 40mm 102mm 4 gu 11X 0 9 24mm 13 How to Contact OSC Audio Products Mailing address QSC Audio Products LLC 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa CA 92626 1468 USA Telephone Numbers Main Number Sales amp Marketing Customer Service Facsimile Numbers Sales amp Marketing FAX Customer Service FAX World Wide Web www qscaudio com E mail info qscaudio com service qscaudio com 714 754 6175 714 957 7100 or toll free USA only 800 854 4079 714 957 7150 or toll free USA only 800 772 2834 714 754 6174 714 754 6173 asc QSC Audio Products LLC 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa California 92626 USA 2006 QSC and the QSC logo are registered with the U S Patent and Trademark Office
5. is 2 again the link utilizes the normalized hole position and the is pinned into the block at the 2 location The right side illustration shows the use of the 3 43 link hole position The splay angle between the upper enclosure and the one above it not shown is 3 because the link is pinned through its 3 hole location and the is pinned into the block at the 0 position The splay angle between the two receiver blocks shown is 5 again the link utilizes the 3 hole position and the is pinned into the block at the 2 location Upper enclosure Upper enclosure pinned for 0 splay pinned for 3 splay 9 p Pin is at 0 location Pin is at 0 location HH 2 link uses normalized 4 link uses 3 hole 4 4 hole position a position UU 8 8 43 8 H H 8 Qno H H ot p Qo mn ot o o A A o Be Link marking detail ot Bo M line closest to the link s end is the nor malized 0 hole location and the line labeled 3 is the 3 hole location Lower Enclosure Lower Enclosure pinned for 5 splay eop pinned for 2 splay A MU o Pin is at 2 location J 2 Pin is at 2 location link uses 3 hole HH 4 L 2 is 9o o link uses normalized position i Hos hole position olo II o HH 6 HH 6 Ui 9 Wo mM M oll 1o AF olf o Gio o A H Bo A off Bo boe a L
6. AT THIS TIME The rear links should be pinned with their respective ball lock pins as the array is hoisted Attaching Frame Feet to AF218 sw Array Frame Optional With the frame lying flat attach the frame feet by inserting the button head screw through the corresponding mounting hole and lock nut Tighten fully NOTE Frame feet are for support during installation only Frame is unstable when vertically oriented on frame feet Do not drop frame on to frame feet when loading and unloading Do not leave unattended under any conditions Attaching WL218 sw Loudspeaker to AF218 sw Array Frame 1 The enclosures to be suspended should be pinned together at the FRONT left and right receiver tubes as outlined above 2 Unpin and extend the top enclosure s articulated joints and pin into place 3 The AF218 sw array frame should be positioned so that the top enclosure s articulated joints can be inserted into the AF218 sw and pinned into place Position the AF218 sw and pin the top enclosure s articulated joints into to AF 218 sw s receiver tubes 4 Position the AF218 sw array frame so its rear link may be pinned into the top enclosure s receiver block at the desired location Pin the link into the top enclosure ensuring the pin is fully inserted and locked in place A NOTE The marked splay angle location where the AF218 sw s link is pinned is the splay angle between the frame and the top enclosure AF218 sw link has 0 offset Fr
7. LIMITATIONS MAY APPLY SEE WARNINGS IN THE INPUT OUTPUT WORKING 5 1 7 1 10 1 3400 LBS 2430 LBS 11700 LBS 771 WEIGHT 206 LBS PIN DI QSC AUDIO PRODUCTS LLC CA COSTA MESA CALIFORNIA MADE IN USA Ks Jj PINOUT 1 1 SUB THRU WL218 sw Specifications Configuration Transducers Frequency Response Frequency Range Impedance Continuous Power Capacity Sensitivity 1W at Im Maximum SPL continuous peak Enclosure Type Enclosure Material Finish Grille Connectors Factory wiring Attachment Points 2 x 18 inch 457mm ported subwoofer 8 ohm 18 inch 457mm cone transducer with 4 inch 102mm voice coil ceramic magnet 38 240 Hz 3 dB 31 1200 Hz 10 dB 4 ohms nominal 3 2 ohms minimum at 145 Hz 2000W 80V into 3 2 ohms 101 dB SPL 134 140 dB SPL at 39 inches 1m Ported trapezoidal enclosure Baltic birch plywood 1 42 inch 36mm baffle and sides 0 59 inch 15mm top and bottom Polymer paint water based 14 gauge 0 074 inch thick powder coated steel Two 2 NL4 in parallel pins 1 sub Pins 2 unused may be reconfigured for use of 2 2 Transducer 1 white to 1 black to 1 Transducer 2 orange to 1 grey to 1 Integral adjustable rigging system splay adjustable at 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 and 10 degrees Weight Without DB218 sw dolly board Net 206 Ib 93 4 kg With DB218 sw dol
8. ed loads before lifting to ensure suspension components and hardware are used within their respective load limits e Research local codes and regulations to fully understand the requirements for suspended loads in the venue in which the equipment is to be suspended eUse only shackle holes for suspension of array e Be absolutely certain of the integrity of any structural member intended to support suspended loads Hidden structural members can have hidden structural weakness e Consult a Professional Mechanical or Structural Engineer licensed in the jurisdiction of the sound system installation to review verify and approve all attachments to the building or structure e Never assume anything Owner or third party supplied suspension attachment points may not be adequate for the loads to be suspended e Employ the services of a Professional Rigger for hoisting positioning and attaching the equipment to the supporting structure e Always inspect all components enclosures suspension brackets pins frames bolts nuts slings shackles etc for cracks wear deforma tion corrosion missing loose or damaged parts that could reduce the strength of the assembly before lifting Discard any worn defective or suspect parts and replace them with new appropriately load rated parts Shock Loading When a load is either moved or stopped its static weight is magnified Sudden movements can magnify the static weight several times This magnifica
9. est products and news WL218 sw Loudspeaker 1 Handles 2 Stacking recesses 3 Stacking feet 4 Receiver tubes with ball lock pins amp captive articulated joints 5 Dolly board latch plates 6 Grille 7 Skids 8 Serial number plate 9 Rear link and receiver block 10 Input connector plate Introduction continued DB115 sw Dolly Board 1 Pads 2 Casters 3 Stacking Recesses 4 Latches 5 Handling Cut outs 6 Handles AF218 sw Array Frame 1 Ground stacking bumpers 2 Center support bar 3 Shackle holes accept 3 4 20 mm screw pin anchor shackle A Use only shackle holes for suspension of array 4 Rigging plate retaining bolts and link assembly with ball lock pin 5 Receiver blocks AF218 sw Array Frame Feet Optional 1 Frame Feet 4 each 2 Screw Button Head Torx drive 1 4 20 x 3 4 Long 8 each 3 Lock Nut with Nylon Insert 1 4 20 8 each in Rigging the WideLine Array is simple and flexible Enclosures are pinned together with quick release ball lock pins The AF218 sw array frame supports flown array applications and can be inverted for ground stack applications The enclosures can also be ground stacked without a frame using the stacking feet and recesses integral to the enclosure s design Rules for Suspension Correct use of all suspension hardware and components is imperative in sound system rigging and deployment e Always calculate suspend
10. incorporate a double layer spider and triple roll surround for extended and controlled excursion at high power The 4 inch 102mm voice coil is wound on a fibreglass former to prevent deformation at high operating temperatures and is extensively vented to reduce power compression An aluminum demodulating ring is employed for low distortion Each woofer is housed in a separate chamber to prevent failure of one driver from causing damage to the other A 14 gauge 1 9mm powder coated steel grill protects the drivers Enclosure construction features premium quality birch plywood finished in an environmentally friendly water borne polymer finish that s tough and field repairable Extensive internal bracing and exclusive use of birch plywood minimizes acoustic loss due to panel resonance Ample port area allows air to move freely with minimal turbulence The ports are arranged so as to eliminate asymmetrical loading of the woofers further protecting the drivers Transport and handling features are also provided in the WL218 sw s design No matter how the box is deployed one of the dozen han dles will be where it needs to be The included dolly has rugged 3 5 inch ball bearing casters and an easy to use snap on mechanism for attachment to the enclosure For users of OSC s digital audio transport and processing products QSControl net Basis DSP files tuned for use with WL218 sw are available for download Visit us at http www qscaudio com for the lat
11. ly board Net 236 Ib 107 0 kg Shipping 251 Ib 113 8 kg Working Load Limit Information Component Weight 5 1 Design Factor 7 1 Design Factor 10 1 Design Factor WL218 sw Loudspeaker 206 Ib 93 4 kg 3400 Ib 1540 kg 2400 Ib 1090 kg 1700 Ib 771 kg Notes c1 Bcon2 3dB relative to sensitivity based upon half space conditions without external processing 10dB relative to sensitivity based upon half space conditions without external processing 40 to 400 Hz 2 hours pink noise 6dB crest factor power defined as Vrms squared divided by minimum impedance 2 pi conditions averaged in the adjacent octave band below crossover frequency Calculated using power capacity and sensitivity DB218 sw Specifications Material Finish Weight AF218 sw Specifications Material Finish Working Load Limit Information Baltic birch plywood 0 75 inch 18mm Polymer paint water based Net 30 Ib 13 6 kg Aluminum 6061 T6 n a Component Weight 5 1 Design Factor 7 1 Design Factor 10 1 Design Factor AF218 sw Array Frame 80 Ib 36 3 kg 3400 Ib 1540 kg 2400 Ib 1090 kg 1700 Ib 771 kg Dimensions WL218 sw A A diis I Y 35 740 907 8mm 34 750 882 65mm A y Y 58 4 E
12. nderstood and adhered to Warranty USA only other countries see your dealer or distributor Disclaimer OSC Audio Products LLC is not liable for any damage to amplifiers or any other equipment that is caused by negligence or improper installation and or use of this loudspeaker product OSC Audio Products 3 Year Limited Warranty QSC Audio Products LLC QSC guarantees its products to be free from defective material and or workmanship for a period of three 3 years from date of sale and will replace defective parts and repair malfunctioning products under this warranty when the defect occurs under normal installation and use provided the unit is returned to our factory or one of our authorized service stations via prepaid trans portation with a copy of proof of purchase i e sales receipt This warranty provides that the examination of the return product must indicate in our judgment a manufacturing defect This warranty does not extend to any product which has been subjected to misuse neglect accident improper installation or where the date code has been removed or defaced QSC shall not be liable for incidental and or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights This limited warranty is freely transferable during the term of the warranty period Customer may have additional rights which vary from state to state In the event that this product was manufactured for export and sale outside of the U
13. nited States or its territories then this limited war ranty shall not apply Removal of the serial number on this product or purchase of this product from an unauthorized dealer will void this limited warranty Periodically this warranty is updated To obtain the most recent version of OSC s warranty statement please visit www qscaudio com Contact us at 800 854 4079 or visit our website at www qscaudio com Copyright 2006 QSC Audio Products LLC QSC is a registered trademark of OSC Audio Products LLC Speakon is a registered trademark of Neutrik amp and the names of Neutrik products referenced herein are either trademarks and or service marks of Neutrik All trademarks are the property of their respective owners QSC and the OSC logo are registered with the U S Patent and Trademark Office Introduction The WL218 sw is a dual 18 inch 457mm subwoofer designed for suspended or ground stacked use in touring or installed concert appli cations With an impressive combination of sonic impact low frequency extension and accuracy the WL218 sw is an ideal companion for OSC s WideLine as well as other professional sound reinforcement systems Suspension of WL218 sw subwoofers is easy using the AF218 sw a heavy duty array frame constructed of welded 6061 T6 aluminum In ground supported applications the WL218 sw may be stacked using the interlocking feet and recess features machined into the enclo sure s ends The woofers
14. ont Articulated Joint 1 Remove the ball lock pin 2 Slide the articulated joint out of the receiver tube by lifting its retaining screw upward 3 Lock in place using the ball lock pin ing continued Adjusting the Angle Between Enclosures Splay The illustration below shows the rear receiver block of two enclosures joined by the upper enclosure s rear link enclosures and ball lock pin lanyards omitted for clarity Note the link is marked in two locations when extended The unlabelled white line nearest the end of the link is the normalized or 0 hole position marker The white line above it labeled with 3 is the 3 hole position marker When using the nor malized hole position in the link the splay between the enclosures is as marked on the receiver block When using the 3 3 hole position in the link add 3 to the receiver block position the link is pinned into The left side illustration shows the use of the normalized 0 link hole position The splay angle between the upper enclosure and the one above it not shown is 0 because the link is pinned through its normalized hole location and the is pinned into the block at the 0 position The splay angle between the two receiver blocks shown
15. re posi tioned in the recesses on adjacent enclosures WL218 sw Controls and Connections Input Connections The WL218 sw input connectors are a pair of Neutrik NL4 s wired in parallel See Table 2 or the WL218 sw Input Plate for connector pinout Note pin numbers 2 and 2 are wired A straight through from one connector to the other This accommodates using one input cable assembly where appropriate for sub woofer and full range loudspeaker connec tions Additionally pin numbers 1 and 1 of both NL4s are wired in parallel with a crossover network All signal pro cessing must be done before connecting audio power to the loudspeaker The WL218 sw loudspeaker is not equipped Reconfiguring the Input Connections for Separate Transducer Connection If separate transducer connection is required the input plate may be removed and the wiring altered so that each transducer has a separate dedicated connection Or the transducers can be connected in parallel on pins 1 1 or pins 2 2 If alterations to the wiring are made ensure A the input panel and connectors are clearly marked so the next user is aware of the mod ification made WL218 sw Input Plate and pinout detail WL218 sw WARNING SUSPENSION OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONS FOLLOWING SAFE RIGGING PRACTICES OTHER RIGGING
16. tion of static weight is termed shock loading Shock loading poses a danger to equipment and workers The effects of shock loading can be instantaneous or they may remain undetected unless the equipment is visually damaged Avoiding shock loading requires careful plan ning and knowledge of equipment rigging and lifting practices Shock loading of equipment and structures is usually confined to lifting and installation but natural forces winds earthquakes can impose shock loads several times the static load This is why structures and suspension equipment must be capable of supporting several times the weight of the equipment suspended WideLine Working Load Limits and Design Factors Table 1 lists the WideLine suspension components and provides Working Load Limit data at various Design Factors The tabulated Design Factors are for static loads only The choice of which Design Factor to use will depend upon the jurisdiction and venue of installation as well as the con ditions of suspension Dynamic conditions are determined by unknown installation specific factors and should be referred to a Licensed Struc tural Engineer for clarification before proceeding with any suspension of the equipment The data presented is based upon the listed component weights Table 1 WideLine WL218 sw System Working Load Limits Component Weight 5 1 Design Factor 7 1 Design Factor 10 1 Design Factor WL218 sw Loudspeaker 206 Ib 93 4 kg
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