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Electro-Voice C12.2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 EVID C12.2 User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance with all such requirements. When loudspeakers are suspended, Electro-Voice strongly recommends the system be inspected at least once per year or as laws and regulations require. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken immediately.

  • Page 3: Packing List

    Part Speaker System Grille Owner’s Manual Terminal Connector Warranty Card Ceiling Cutout Template Paint Shield Tile Rails C-Ring Support Support Ring Screws J (x2) H (x2) Figure 1: EVID C12.2 Packing List EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 4: Evid C12.2 Models

    Figure 2: Bottom of Speaker 3/8” Threaded Removable Input Rigging Point Terminal Connector Seismic Tab Strain Relief Fitting Terminal Cover Plate Grille Safety Tether Grille Rotating Mounting Tabs (x4) Figure 3: Top of Speaker EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 5: Open Ceiling Installation

    Open Ceiling Installation The EVID C12.2 must be suspended from the back of the can in both open ceiling and ceiling tile applications, using either the three (3) pendant mount tabs or the 3/8” threaded rigging point. To prevent rattles, rotate the four (4) mounting tabs towards the can, then tighten the mounting tab screws.

  • Page 6: Ceiling Tile Installation

    OVER the T-channel grid on the side of the tile. Secure the rails onto the C-ring tabs by inserting a screw though each tab into the rail, as shown in Figure 6. Figure 6: Secure Rails to C-Ring EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 7: Step 3: Attach Wiring To The Terminal Connector

    Installation Note: Ceiling Tile Caution When mounting the C12.2 into 2’x2’ or 2’x4’ suspended ceiling tiles or sheetrock ceilings, DO NOT install the C12.2 without using either the 3/8” threaded rod rigging point or the pendant mounts. Ceiling tiles are not designed to support any substantial weight and will cause the tile to sag and distort, even with the tile bridge installed.
  • Page 8 See Figure 9. Tighten all screws to eliminate vibration. From amplifier or To next speaker previous speaker Figure 8: Parallel Wiring Horizontal Screw Input Connector Hold-Down Screw Strain Relief Screws Terminal Block Figure 9: Plug Connector into Socket EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 9: Step 4: Secure The Cable To The Speaker

    In the cases of insulated speaker wire and plenum cable, it is often possible to provide acceptable strain relief force by simply tightening the strain relief screws onto the terminal cover plate. Figure 10: Secure Cable through Fitting EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 10: Step 5: Mount The Speaker Into The Ceiling

    Note the support ring on the back of the speaker. The ring allows for connection to an independent and secure anchor point. Construction codes often require the use of this secondary support point. Figure 13: Attach Safety Support Line EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 11: Step 7: Adjust Tap Selector

    Continue the same procedure around the perimeter of the grille, loosening a portion at a time until the grille is removed. Figure 15: Attach the Grille EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 12: Appendix A - Painting The Speaker

    If the speaker is installed in an area where the interior design requires a color match, the EVID C12.2 is simple to paint. The speaker can accommodate almost any type of latex or oil based paint. The bezel/rim can be painted before installation or after mounting into the ceiling.

  • Page 13: Appendix B - Troubleshooting

    Whichever condition results in greater low-frequency output is the in-polarity condition. If none of the suggestions solves your problem, contact your nearest Electro-Voice service center or Electro-Voice distributor. EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...

  • Page 14: Appendix C - Specifications

    Power Handling (100V): Up to 64W Sensitivity (SPL 1W/1m): 100 dB Input Configuration: 8 Ohm; 70V/100V 70V Power Taps: 4W, 8W, 16W, 32W, 64W 100V Power Taps: 8W, 16W, 32W, 64W Accessories: Tile Bridge, Mounting Ring EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...
  • Page 15 Specifications (continued) Figure 18: Dimensions EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual...
  • Page 16 Bosch Security Systems, Inc 12000 Portland Avenue South Burnsville MN 55337 www.electrovoice.com © Bosch Security Systems, Inc, 2015 2015.09 | 04 | F.01U.317.227...

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