User manual ELECTRO-VOICE EVID DESIGN & INSTALLATION

[. . . ] EVID Design and Installation Reference Guide Premium Surface Mount Speakers EVID Design and Installation Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Mounting Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 I need to position some of the speakers in my installation on a shelf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] See the 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 bidirectional 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. 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. 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" 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 & 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 I 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 I use the EVID 12. 1 outdoors? Not in most cases. 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. [. . . ] 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). 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. This results in less heat generation, higher power transfer and more speaker efficiency. In 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. [. . . ]