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Appendix B – Technical Drawings ......................22 Appendix C – Spare Parts List ........................23 Appendix D – Warranty Information ....................... 24 Limited Warranty ..........................24 Warranty Coverage ..........................24 Returning your EM Acoustics loudspeaker................. 24 EMS-51 User Manual v2 November 2019...
Page 4 of 24 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The products contained within this manual conform to the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and to the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC. EMC Emission EN55103-1:1996 Immunity EN55103-2:1996...
Page 5 of 24 1.0 - Introduction Thank you for purchasing the highly acclaimed EMS-51 from EM Acoustics. This product has been designed and rigorously tested to give you the utmost in sonic performance and many years of reliable, trouble-free operation. Please take the time to read this user manual thoroughly to ensure you get the best performance from your system and to ensure you set it up correctly and safely.
EMS-51 Ultra-compact passive loudspeaker FEATURES & BENEFITS • Signature EM Acoustics “maximum headroom” design approach ensures consistency of performance regardless of SPL level. • Multiple M8 threaded flying points for temporary and permanent installation. • Enclosure available in black and white textured paint as standard.
Windows (XP or Higher) only. It can also be downloaded directly from the EM Acoustics website with all the current product files embedded. Tutorials for Ease Focus 3 are available from with the application itself.
General Considerations in use Loudspeaker systems are potentially dangerous objects if used incorrectly. Please ensure that you read this section fully, and contact EM Acoustics or your local dealer should you be in any doubt over correct operation procedures. Personal Injury Never stand in the immediate vicinity of loudspeakers when in use at high level.
EM Acoustics loudspeaker product (unless where specifically stated) or any other loudspeaker system. The use of EM Acoustics accessories with other manufacturers’ systems may compromise the safety standards and EM Acoustics is in no way liable for any loss, damage or injury caused by such practice.
In most cases, annual independent tests & inspections carried out by a suitably approved and qualified inspector will be required. EM Acoustics recommends detailed logbooks be kept of all inspections and load tests to ensure an accurate record is kept of the testing for each EM Acoustics rigging accessory.
Page 12 of 24 5.2 – Using the YK-51h or YK-51v The EMS-51 is supplied with both the YK-51h horizontal and YK-51v vertical mounting yokes, and the relevant locking knobs. Before use, check that the yokes have both rubber washers attached as these grip the side of the loudspeaker cabinet as well as protecting the paint finish.
Page 13 of 24 6.0 – Powering the System The EMS-51 can be powered from any amplifier & DSP combinations with the relevant high & low pass filter, and limiter settings. However, due to the self-contained nature of the package, the use of DQ Series advanced system amplifiers is highly recommended. The use of DQ Series amplifiers provides a neat and flexible system that will encompass all requirements for the system to function correctly, as well as providing user control for room EQ and system alignment.
If not using DQ Series amplifiers, or the DSC48 Digital System Controller, then a suitable DSP system must be used in conjunction with your EMS-51 to prevent damage to the loudspeaker. Check the EM Acoustics website for the most up-to-date DSP settings for the EMS-51.
Page 15 of 24 6.2 - Presets and Settings 6.2.1 – Standard EMS-51 Preset When used with a DQ Series amplifier EMS-51 loudspeakers require only a single amplifier channel, and as such the preset recalled will only require one output from your DQ Series amplifier.
Page 16 of 24 6.3 - Use with the DQ Series Advanced System Amplifiers The EMS-51 will perform best when using DQ Series advanced system amplifiers, as not only are they state-of-the-art amplifiers, but the onboard DSP provides appropriate high/low pass filter settings and limiters to get the best from your subwoofers.
Because pins 2+/2- are linked through inside all EM Acoustics loudspeakers, using a 4-core cable to one loudspeaker (carrying two different signals) allows a crossover cable to be used to link out of the first loudspeaker into another, thereby feeding it from a separate signal.
Page 18 of 24 7.0 – Servicing Information All EMS-51 components can be removed for service purposes if required, using the minimum of tools. 7.1 – EMS-51: Removing the grille TOOLS REQUIRED: Pozidrive PZ2 screwdriver Lie the enclosure on its’ back and remove the two M4x20 countersunk screws using a Pozidrive PZ2 screwdriver, and then lift the grille clear of the cabinet.
Page 19 of 24 7.2 – EMS-51: Removing the LF drive unit TOOLS REQUIRED: 3mm Allen key Complete step 7.1 above to remove the grille. Using a 3mm Allen key, remove the four M4x20 socket cap screws that secure the drive unit. Ensure that you collect both the spring washers and the flat washers as well as the machine screws.
Page 20 of 24 7.3 – EMS-51: Removing the HF drive unit TOOLS REQUIRED: PZ1 screwdriver Complete step 7.1 above to remove the grille. Using a PZ1 screwdriver, remove the three No4 x 1/2” pan pozi screws that secure the drive unit. No4 x 1/2”...
Page 23 of 24 Appendix C – Spare Parts List Order Code Description 01A507 CAD-401 replacement 4”/0.85” coaxial drive unit 04A049 RFG-41 replacement grille for EMS-41 EMS-51 User Manual v2 November 2019...
Serial numbers must be quoted in all correspondence relating to the claim. EM Acoustics or its representatives are in no way liable for any loss or damage in transit, and hence it is recommended that the sender insure the shipment. EM Acoustics will pay for return freight should the repair be covered under warranty.