Troubleshooting Technical data Appendices Appendix A — Painting the Speaker Appendix B — System Design Guide 7.2.1 Selecting and Positioning Ceiling Loudspeakers 7.2.2 Ceiling Systems: Size vs. Coverage 7.2.3 Use of Subwoofers Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
ATTENTION: UL SAFETY LISTING All EVID ceiling speaker models are listed under UL standard UL1480 as a signaling speaker. All models are also suitable for use in air handling spaces per UL2043. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
▪ Model for model, has superior performance to competing brands ▪ Comes with both 70V/100V or 8-ohm operation standard on every model ▪ Includes all installation accessories commonly needed for most jobs Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
EVID Ceiling Speaker Systems System overview Model Summary EVID C4.2 Perfect for conventional rooms. It has excellent bandwidth in an esthetically very unobtrusive installation profile. Its compact design fits in tight areas. Its 4-inch woofer and waveguide- coupled, titanium-coated dome tweeter give smooth, wide frequency response. The enclosure is ported and tuned to provide surprising bass response in such a compact package.
Owner’s manual Support ring screws Terminal connector Service center card Cutout template Paint shield A (x2) B (x4) C (x2) D (x2) J (x2) F (x4) G (x2) Figure 1: EVID packing list Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
10" High performance subwoofer EVID Series Ceiling Mount Speaker Accessories Model Part No. Description RR-42-B Rough-in plate for new construction involving the EVID C4.2 (package of 4) RR-82 Rough-in plate for new construction involving the EVID C8.2 and C8.2LP (package of 4) RR-810 Rough-in plate for new construction involving the EVID C8.2HC and C10.1 (package...
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Rough-in package for new construction involving the C8.2 and C8.2LP speaker only (package of 2) RPK-810-B Rough-in package for new construction involving the C8.2HC and C10.1 speaker only (package of 2) NOTE: All products are not available in all regions. Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
After the sheetrock is installed the speaker can be wired up and mounted all from below the ceiling. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
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 7. Figure 7: Secure rails to C-Ring Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
See Figure Daisy-chaining. Connect the wire pair of the subsequent speaker to pins 1 and 4. When one input connector is removed, subsequent speakers will also be disconnected. See Figure 10. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
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When all wiring has been completed to the connector, plug the input connector (A) into the socket in the speaker’s terminal cup (B). See Figure 13. Tighten all screws to eliminate vibration. Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
Simply remove the existing fitting by unscrewing the two hold-down screws, exposing a 7/8-inch (22 mm) knockout hole. Then install the alternate fitting. Make sure to always use a listed fitting in accordance with your area’s building codes and regulations. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
Note the support ring on the back of the speaker. The ring allows for connection to a independent and secure anchor point. Construction codes often require the use of this secondary support point. Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
After the levels are adjusted the grilles can then be installed. Figure 19: Adjust tap selector (left: C4.2/C8.2/C8.2LP; right: C10.1/C8.2HC) EVID C4.2, C8.2, and C8.2LP In addition to the 8-ohm setting, the power taps are 30 W, 15 W, 7.5 W, and 3.7 W at both 70.7V and 100V, with a 1.8 W tap for 70.7V only.
Which ever condition results in greater low-frequency output is the in-polarity condition. If these suggestions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
Technical data EVID C4.2 and EVID C8.2 Specification EVID C4.2 EVID C8.2 Dimensions (depth x diam.) 6.9 in x 7.1 in (176 mm x 181 mm) 10.0 in x 10.6 in (255 mm x 270 Bezel diameter 8.3 in (210 mm) 11.8 in (300 mm)
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Power handling (@ 8Ω) 100 W (with overload protection) Sensitivity (SPL 1 W/1 m) 94 dB Input configuration 8Ω; 70V/100V 70V/100V power taps 7.5 (70V only)/15/30/60 W Included accessories Tile bridge, mounting ring 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
Specific EVID Ceiling Series models accommodate each job, depending on how these criteria are specified. ▪ Room size ▪ Coverage density desired ▪ Coverage angle specification of the speaker ▪ Ceiling height ▪ Audio program material being played Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...
The C4.2 is conservatively rated to handle 80 watts of continuous power equal to or greater than most other brands of 8-inch units, so its continuous SPL output will be more than adequate. 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705 Installation Manual Electro-Voice...
In such a space, position the subwoofers evenly throughout the room and a few feet from the wall or corners. The added loading of the walls will enhance the response in these larger areas. Electro-Voice Installation Manual 2016.05 | 09 | F.01U.177.705...