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  • Page 1 V1.2 UIDE...
  • Page 2 Evo 2 User Guide Version 1.2 © Funktion-One-Research Limited 2024 Keep this guide in a safe place so it’s available for future reference. This guide is subject to change without notice. We recommend that you regularly check the Funktion-One website for the latest version of this document.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.1 Important safety instructions ....3 6.1 Rigging Safety ............ 13 1.2 WEEE Directive ............ 3 6.2 Butterfly Plate 1 x Evo 2 ......14 1.3 Volume Warning ..........3 6.3 Butterfly Plate 2 x Evo 2 ......14 1.4 Safety Symbols ........... 3 Setup and Operation 1.5 Declaration of Conformity ......
  • Page 4: Safety And Regulations

    Funktion- One Research Ltd. or your local distributor. 1.3 Volume Warning The Evo 2 is capable of producing high sound levels that can damage your hearing. Care should be taken to manage your noise exposure levels.
  • Page 5: Declaration Of Conformity

    UIDE 1.5 Declaration of Conformity This declaration applies to passive loudspeakers manufactured by Funktion-One Research Ltd. listed below: Evo 2 In accordance with the following Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU. We declare that the listed products are in the conformity...
  • Page 6: Warranty

    2.2 Obtaining Service If your Funktion-One product requires service, contact your local distributor to raise a claim. A list of distributors can be found at www.funktion-one.com. Should it not be possible to resolve your issue remotely, you may have to send your product to a service centre.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this Funktion-One product. Evo 2 is a three-way, full range loudspeaker with medium horizontal and vertical dispersion. Evo 2 will usually be used as part of a multi-way loudspeaker system, individually or arrayed in pairs for wider dispersion.
  • Page 8: Directivity Map

    2'-6 3/4" Copyright Funktion-One Research Limited 2024 Funktion-One Research LTD Sheet: Website A3 Sheet Scale: 1:8 Drawn By: Mike Igglesden 04/01/2024 eare Green, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 4PS, UK Evo2-F1-WD=T0235 Filename: Funktion-One Data Sheet / Website Drawing @funktion-one.com +44 (0)1306 712820...
  • Page 9: Accessories

    • 600mm ‘quarter pack’ width • Cutout for PAL label • Compartment for accessories • Compartments for 2 x BFP-E2 • Can be used to position a pair of Evo 2 to assist BFP attachment. Evo 2 Flight Case (FC-2E2) 5.2 Protective Grille...
  • Page 10: Wheel Board

    UIDE 5.3 Wheel Board The Evo 2 Wheel Board can be used as an alternative to the FC-2E2 Flight Case. They provide protection for the front of the loudspeaker and rugged castors for transport. Wheel Board (WB-E2) Wheel boards should be fitted whilst the Evo 2 is in its upright position.
  • Page 11 UIDE Evo 2 Wheel Boards are designed to securely interlock when stacked for transport. Evo 2 Wheel Boards can be stacked when not in use for convenient storage.
  • Page 12: Nl8 And Nl4 Connector Panels

    NL4 Panel NL8 Panel Evo 2 loudspeakers are available as a 3-way tri-amped loudspeaker with an NL8 connector panel or as a 3-way bi-amped loudspeaker with an NL4 connector panel. The NL4 bi-amped version has a passive crossover network for the MF/HF built into the connector panel.
  • Page 13: Butterfly Plate

    For a single Evo 2, the Butterfly Plate fits centrally. It’ s pins engage in the 4 x ‘keyholes’ Keyholes found in the top or bottom of the Evo 2 cabinet. For a pair of Evo 2, the Butterfly Plate spans both cabinets, engaging in the outer ‘keyholes’...
  • Page 14: Rigging

    WLLs are respected full compliance with local, national, and • Funktion-One is not responsible for third international regulations party rigging equipment •Do not carry out rigging operations if you are •...
  • Page 15: Butterfly Plate 1 X Evo 2

    To help with this, the FC-2E2 case can be used to align the cabinets. This can be useful when working on uneven ground. Lift each Evo 2 out of its cutout in the case, rotate and place on top of the cutouts as shown here.
  • Page 16 Before using this equipment please read the manual marking on loudspeaker marking on loudspeaker and Lock Pin is engaged Made in England by Funktion One Research Limited - www.funktion-one.com and Lock Pin is engaged both Lock Pins are down. Do not lift the loudspeakers without the BFP properly engaged.
  • Page 17: Setup And Operation

    MF+HF (8”+1”) 7.3 Positioning - General Careful consideration should be used when positioning Evo 2 speakers to achieve the best audience coverage. Evo 2 has a 50° Horizontal x 25° Vertical nominal dispersion pattern making it useful for many different applications.
  • Page 18: Positioning - Horizontal/Pan Angle

    The correct pan angle will provide excellent coverage, as well as a strong stereo image across a large area of the audience. This will also mitigate unwanted room reflections and/or off site noise problems. Projection (https:/ /funktion-one.com/product-system/software) can be used for more detailed system design and speaker placement planning.
  • Page 19: Positioning - Height & Tilt Angle

    UIDE 7.5 Positioning - Height & Tilt Angle In most situations, Evo 2 should be positioned with the MF/HF waveguide above head height, with the cabinet tilted downwards slightly, focusing the sound on the audience. Sometimes, when the audience are close to the speakers or to help with sight lines, it may be beneficial to install the cabinets ‘upside down’...
  • Page 20: Service & Maintenance

    Evo 2 in optimum condition. 8.2 Paintwork/Coatings Due to the nature of their purpose, Evo 2 cabinets can get dirty and sustain bumps and scratches during transport, setup and de-rig. Keep your cabinets clean with warm soapy water and a sponge or microfibre cloth.

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