Electro-Voice XI-2181 - Manual (Page 3)

Xi-2181 Bass System
Xi-2181 Bass System
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quickly, and offers such flexibility in the
vertical angling of cabinets that pull-up
points are usually unnecessary. Furthermore,
all of the flying Xi loudspeaker models in-
clude the same rigging hardware, allowing
different models to be mixed as necessary
throughout an array.
The working-load limit (for an 8:1 safety fac-
tor) for each rigging point on the Xi loud-
speaker enclosure is 227 kg (500 lb) for a 0°
pull angle and 170 kg (375 lb) for a 90° pull
angle when used with the New Haven
NH32101-2 double-stud fitting, and 113 kg
(250 lb) when used with the New Haven
NH8192-2S or Ancra 42546-10 single-stud
fittings with locking pins. The working-load
limit(for an 8:1 safety factor) for the overall
enclosure is 340 kg (750 lb). (Consult the
X-Array Install™ Flying Manual for specific
structural ratings and limitations.) The en-
closures may be oriented with the rigging
track on the side of the enclosure, or on the
top a n d b o t t o m , a n d m a y b e d a i s y -
chained together as long as the safety fac-
tor is 8:1 or greater and local regulations are
met. For fire safety and additional structural
strength in both flying orientations, top-to-
bottom and side-to-side metal straps link the
rigging track inside the enclosure.
CAUTION: The Xi loudspeaker system
should be suspended overhead only in ac-
cordance with the procedures and limita-
tions specified in the X-Array Install™ Fly-
ing Manual and manual update notices.
Field Replacement
Normal service for the Xi-2181 requires only
a #2 Phillips screwdriver and a 3/16-inch
hex-key wrench. The drivers may be ac-
cessed as follows:
LF: First remove the grille, then remove the
screws securing the hatch on the front of the
enclosure. Remove the screws securing the
18-inch woofer and lift the woofer out of
the enclosure. In the event of failure, the
entire woofer must be replaced or reconed..
The following service parts are available
from the service department in Buchanan,
Michigan USA:
LF #818-2883 EVX-180B complete driver.
The complete drivers are available only for
repair replacement and are not available for
general sale.
Architects’ and Engineers’ Specifications
The loudspeaker system shall be a two-
driver, manifolded, vented-box low-fre-
quency system with a frequency response
from 37-200 Hz. The loudspeaker system
also shall have two 457-mm (18-in.) low-
frequency woofers and each shall have an
8-ohm, 101-mm (4-in.) diameter voice coil
and a 600-watt power rating. The loud-
speaker shall have a rigging system enabling
a column of loudspeakers to be hinged at
their back corners, with relative downward
angles set by adjustable rigging straps at the
front. The enclosure shall be constructed of
18-mm thick, 13-ply birch plywood, and
shall be trapezoidal, forming an 18° wedge
and be 914 mm (36.00 in.) high, 584 mm
(23.00 in.) wide at the front, 354 mm (13.93
in.) wide at the back and 759 mm (29.88 in.)
deep, and shall weigh 83.5 kg (184 lb.)
Electronic Accessories:
Merlin ISP-100 Integrated Signal Proces-
sor: The ISP-100 is a 2-channel, modular,
signal processor configurable from 2 in/2 out
up to 2 in/8 out, or 4 in/ 2 out up to 4 in/6
out. Completely customizable by the de-
signer from input to output; integrating,
crossovers, compressors, limiters, PEQ's,
high pass/low pass/all pass, gates, and rout-
ing/combining, etc. Program parameters (in-
cluding factory designed topologies) for op-
timal performance of the X-Array systems
are available. Merlin, 600 Cecil St., Bucha-
nan, MI, 49107, U.S.A., 616/695-6831.
Klark Teknik DN8000 Digital Controller:
The DN8000 digital electronic loudspeaker
controller has a two-in/five-out architecture,
with each output having programmable high-
pass and low-pass filters, four-band equal-
ization, signal delay, compressor-limiter-and
noise-gate functions. Program parameters for
optimal performance of the X-Array™ sys-
tems are available. Klark Teknik, Klark In-
dustrial Park, Walter Nash Road,
Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY11 7HJ
England, 44-156-274-1515
Electro-Voice Dx34A Digital Controller:
The Dx34A digital electronic loudspeaker
controller has a two-in/four-out architecture,
with each output having programmable high-
pass and low-pass filters, two- or three-band
equalization, signal delay and limiter func-
tions. Program parameters for optimal per-
formance of the X-Array™ systems are avail-
able. Electro-Vioice, 600 Cecil St., Bucha-
nan, MI 49107 USA, 616/695-6831
Electro-Voice P3000 Power Amplifiers:
The stereo P3000 power amplifiers are rated
at 800 watts into 8 ohms, or 91-volts rms
short term. The amplifiers are 3-U high and
weigh 28 kg (62 lb) each. Electro-Voice, 600
Cecil St., Buchanan, MI 49107 USA,
616/695-6831
Uniform Limited Warranty
Electro-Voice products are guaranteed
against malfunction due to defects in mate-
rials or workmanship for a specified period,
as noted in the individual product-line
statement(s) below, or in the individual prod-
uct data sheet or owner’s manual, beginning
with the date of original purchase. If such
malfunction occurs during the specified pe-
riod, the product will be repaired or replaced
(at our option) without charge. The product
will be returned to the customer prepaid.
Exclusions and Limitations: The Limited
Warranty does not apply to: (a) exterior fin-
ish or appearance; (b) certain specific items
described in the individual product-line
statement(s) below, or in the individual prod-
uct data sheet or owner’s manual; (c) mal-
function 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 Service or any of its authorized ser-
vice representatives. Obtaining Warranty
Service: To obtain warranty service, a cus-
tomer must deliver the product, prepaid, to
Electro-Voice Service or 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 600 Cecil Street,
Buchanan, MI 49107 (800-234-6831 or FAX
616-695-4743). Incidental and Consequen-
tial Damages Excluded: Product repair or re-
placement and return to the customer are the
only remedies provided to the customer. Elec-