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Page 1 owner's manual (EN)
Page 2 Document reference: X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0 Distribution date: August 29, 2024 © 2024 L-Acoustics. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the express written consent of the publisher.
Page 3 Contents Safety....................................6 Instructions................................6 Introduction..................................8 X8i....................................8 How to use this manual............................9 Revision history..............................10 System components.................................11 System component illustrations..........................12 Electro-acoustical description............................14 Directivity................................14 Preset description..............................15 Connectors................................16 SPCON terminal block to speakON adapter..................... 17 Rigging system description.............................. 18 X8i..................................18 Elements for wall-mounting...........................20 TILT-SUPPORT............................
Page 4 Horizontally..............................90 Ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting........................129 Vertically..............................130 Horizontally............................... 147 Downward-facing............................155 Ground-mounting..............................162 Ground-mounting X8i horizontally with GROUND / GROUND55 / GROUND35........162 Pole-mounting..............................167 Pole-mounting X8i with POLE........................167 Connection to LA amplified controllers..........................169 Cabling schemes for X8i.............................170 Cabling X8i................................171 Cabling..............................
Page 5 X8i-onCW................................191 WALL................................... 192 PAN..................................193 WALLx2................................194 PANx2..................................195 TILT..................................196 TILT5..................................197 TILT15..................................198 TILT40..................................199 GROUND................................200 GROUND55................................. 201 GROUND35................................. 202 TILT-SUPPORT..............................203 X8i-HBAR................................204 VBAR................................... 205 CEILING-PENDANT............................206 POLE................................... 207 SPCON................................208 APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors....................209 APPENDIX B: Recommendation for speaker cables....................210...
Page 6 Respect the Working Load Limit (WLL) of third party equipment. L-Acoustics is not responsible for any rigging equipment and accessories provided by third party manufacturers. Verify that the Working Load Limit (WLL) of the suspension points, chain hoists and all additional hardware rigging accessories is respected.
Page 7 This system is intended for use by trained personnel for professional applications. As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards, L-Acoustics reserves the right to change the specifications of its products and the content of its documents without prior notice.
Page 8 X8i can be driven by two presets to adapt to the acoustic needs of projects and to subwoofer coupling configurations. For strong vocal reinforcement, or when used alongside a subwoofer, the [X8i] preset boasts 129 dB of max SPL, down to 67 Hz.
Page 9 Introduction How to use this manual The X8i owner's manual is intended for all actors involved in the system design, implementation, preventive and corrective maintenance of the X8i system. It must be used as follows: 1. Read the technical description for an overview of all system elements, their features, and their compatibilities.
Page 10 • Added new warning related to cable clip (X8i (p.18)). • Updated rigging procedures involving PAN accessory with TILT/TILTxx. • Updated Ceiling-mounting X8i vertically with VBAR and TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 (p.137). • Updated Flying X8i with X8i-HBAR (p.152). • Added Corrective maintenance (p.178).
Page 11 Refer to the LA2Xi / LA4X / LA7.16i / LA12X owner's manual for detailed instructions about the whole cabling scheme, including modulation cables and network. Rigging elements X8i-onCW On-wall or on-ceiling mounting accessory with silent blocks for X8i WALLx2 Wall-mounting kit PANx2 Adjustable pan accessory kit +/-45°...
Page 12 Software for remote control and monitoring of amplified controllers Refer to the Soundvision help. Refer to the LA Network Manager help. System component illustrations Cables SPCON 2 × 2.5 mm² cable custom 2-point speakON cable Rigging accessories X8i-onCW WALLx2 PANx2 X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 13 System components WALL TILT TILT5 TILT15 TILT40 TILT- SUPPORT GROUND GROUND55 GROUND35 X8i-HBAR VBAR CEILING-PENDANT POLE Software applications Soundvision LA Network Manager X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 14 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Frequency (Hz) Dispersion angle diagram of a single X8i using lines of equal sound pressure at -3 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 15 OUT 1 IN A 0 dB 0 ms OUT 2 IN A 0 dB 0 ms OUT 3 IN A 0 dB 0 ms OUT 4 IN A 0 dB 0 ms X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 16 Electro-acoustical description Connectors 4-point terminal block with push-in connection Internal pinout for L-Acoustics 2-way passive enclosures Terminal block points IN + IN - Transducer connectors X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 17 Electro-acoustical description SPCON terminal block to speakON adapter SPCON is a 2-point speakON to bare wire adaptor for X8i. The cables have a gauge of 2.5 mm² and the ends are equipped with ferrules. SPCON replaces the connector sealing plate.
Page 18 Rigging system description Rigging system description X8i is a loudspeaker enclosure dedicated for installation projects. X8i can be mounted on a wall, on a ceiling, flown, or secured to the ground with dedicated rigging accessories, using the inserts at the back.
Page 19 0° 35° X8i includes a cable clip to run the speaker cable along the cabinet. Mount the cable clip on any available insert in the middle of the enclosure with the provided M6×20 Torx screw. Do not mount the cable clip on a rigging accessory.
Page 20 APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors (p.209). TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT is a support plate for individual X8i wall-mounting accessories. TILT-SUPPORT must be used to ensure the safety of the assembly with WALL, PAN, TILT5, TILT15, TILT40, or TILT. TILT-SUPPORT is composed of: •...
Page 21 Rigging system description X8i-onCW X8i-onCW is a rigging interface with silent blocks for mounting one X8i on a wall or on a ceiling. X8i-onCW is composed of: • one surface-mounting plate • three silent blocks: • one enclosure-mounting plate with two silent blocks •...
Page 22 Rigging system description WALL WALL is a rigging interface for mounting one X8i horizontally on a wall. It must be used in combination with TILT- SUPPORT (p.20). WALL is composed of: • a main part for mounting on X8i •...
Page 23 Rigging system description WALLx2 WALLx2 is a rigging interface for mounting one X8i vertically on a wall. WALLx2 is composed of two WALL (p.22), without rectangular washers: • two main parts for mounting on X8i • two wall-mounting plates •...
Page 24 (p.209). VBAR VBAR is a rigging bracket for mounting X8i vertically on the ceiling, or for flying X8i with a truss or a threaded rod in a suspended ceiling. VBAR can be combined with TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 to adjust the site angle when mounting X8i on the ceiling.
Page 25 Rigging system description X8i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with VBAR hole N angle 9° 5° 0° -4° -9° -13° -17° X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 26 Rigging system description X8i-HBAR X8i-HBAR is a rigging bracket for mounting X8i horizontally on the ceiling, or for flying X8i with a truss or a threaded rod in a suspended ceiling. X8i-HBAR has six Ø 10.3 mm / 0.40 in possible pickup points for site angle setting in flown configuration. When mounting on the ceiling, use one pair of adjacent, coplanar holes depending on the chosen site angle.
Page 27 -35° CEILING-PENDANT CEILING-PENDANT is a rigging accessory for flying X8i in downward-facing position with a truss or a threaded rod in a suspended ceiling. The slotted hole at the top has a diameter of Ø 12 mm / 0.47 in.
Page 28 APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors (p.209). TILT5 / TILT15 / TILT40 TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40 are rigging interfaces for mounting one X8i vertically or horizontally with a fixed site angle of 5°, 15°, or 40° respectively. They must be used in combination with TILT-SUPPORT (p.20) or...
Page 29 Rigging system description TILT5 / TILT15 / TILT40 screws and fasteners ×1 ×2 ×2 rectangular washer M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 30 Rigging system description TILT TILT is a rigging interface for mounting X8i vertically or horizontally with an adjustable site angle. It must be used in combination with TILT-SUPPORT (p.20) or VBAR (p.24). Optionally, TILT can be combined with (p.32) to mount X8i with site and azimuth angle.
Page 31 Rigging system description The enclosure site angle can be adjusted from 0° to -40° in 5° steps. -15° -30° -20° -35° -5° -25° -40° -10° enclosure wall 0° X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 32 Rigging system description PAN is a rigging interface for mounting one X8i horizontally on a wall with adjustable azimuth angle. It must be used in combination with TILT-SUPPORT (p.20). PAN can be combined with TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 to mount X8i horizontally or vertically with site and azimuth angle.
Page 33 Rigging system description PANx2 PANx2 is a rigging interface for mounting one X8i vertically on a wall with adjustable azimuth angle. It is composed of (p.32), without the fasteners for combinations with TILT accessories or horizontal configurations: • two main parts for mounting on X8i •...
Page 34 Elements for ground-mounting GROUND / GROUND35 / GROUND55 GROUND, GROUND35, and GROUND55 are accessories for securing X8i to the ground with a site angle of 0°, 35°, or 55° respectively. Two Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in holes are available for ground-mounting the enclosure.
Page 35 Rigging system description Elements for pole-mounting POLE POLE is a rigging accessory for mounting X8i on a Ø 35 mm (1-3/8") pole. captive screw (x2) M10 locking nut locking knob Ø 35 mm / 1-3/8" pole-mount adapter X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 36 The deployments described in this manual achieve a safety factor of 5. Safe/maximum limit: 1 All the mechanical configurations described in this manual are destined to mount a single X8i. Risk of injury or product damage This manual describes all allowed mechanical configurations with X8i and its accessories.
Page 37 Soundvision calculations are based on usual environmental conditions. A higher safety factor is recommended with factors such as extreme high or low temperatures, strong wind, prolonged exposition to salt water, etc. Always consult a rigging specialist to adopt safety practices adapted to such a situation. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 38 123 dB 129 dB X8i point source with low-frequency element Deployed as a point source with SB10i(r), Syva Sub, or KS21(i) subwoofers, X8i system is extended in the low end and the LF contour is reinforced. Gain structure X8i and SB10i(r) provide 4 dB of headroom.
Page 39 Reduced maximum SPL or drive capacity with LA2Xi: refer to the LA2Xi owner's manual. X8i with SB10i(r) Coupled With SB10i(r) and the [SB10_100] preset, the bandwidth of the X8i system is extended down to 27 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X8i] preset is recommended for X8i in this configuration.
Page 40 Loudspeaker configurations Separated With SB10i(r) and the [SB10_60] preset, the bandwidth of the X8i is extended down to 25 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X8i_40] preset is recommended for X8i in this configuration. min. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...
Page 41 X8i with Syva Sub Coupled With Syva Sub and the [SYVA SUB_100] preset, the bandwidth of the X8i system is extended down to 27 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X8i] preset is recommended for X8i in this configuration.
Page 42 Loudspeaker configurations X8i with KS21(i) Coupled With KS21(i) and the [KS21_100] preset, the bandwidth of the X8i system is extended down to 31 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X8i] preset is recommended for X8i in this configuration.
Page 43 Loudspeaker configurations Separated With KS21(i) and the [KS21_60] preset, the bandwidth of the X8i is extended down to 29 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X8i_40] preset is recommended for X8i in this configuration. min. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...
Page 44 59 Hz - 20 kHz Low-latency preset A low-latency preset is available for the X8i enclosure used as a monitor ([X8i_MO]). It reduces latency from 3.84 ms down to 1.18 ms (LA7.16i) and 0.84 ms (LA2Xi / LA4X / LA12X). To combine the monitor with a subwoofer: •...
Page 45 Each configuration links to the corresponding procedure. Risk of injury or product damage This manual describes all allowed mechanical configurations with X8i and its accessories. Do not attempt to use these products outside of their intended use. Deployment parameter definitions Site angle ("tilt"): Physical deployment parameter that refers to the position of the source as the elevation...
Page 46 0° to -40° VBAR (p.130) VBAR + TILT5 VBAR + TILT15 VBAR + TILT40 VBAR + TILT (p.137) (p.137) (p.137) (p.142) X8i ceiling-mounted horizontally site angle 0° to -35° 90° (downward-facing) X8i-HBAR (p.147) X8i-onCW (p.155) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 47 Rigging procedures X8i truss-mounted or suspended by a threaded rod orientation site angle 9° to -17° 90° (downward-facing) Vertical VBAR (p.130) CEILING-PENDANT (p.160) Horizontal 9° to -40° X8i-HBAR (p.147) X8i ground-stacked orientation site angle 0° 35° 55° Vertical no rigging accessory ‒...
Page 48 (p.59) TILT40 (p.59) + TILT (p.65) WALLx2 (p.54) TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT + PAN + TILT5 + PAN + TILT15 + PAN + TILT40 + PAN + TILT (p.76) (p.76) (p.76) (p.83) PANx2 (p.71) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 49 (slotted) 13.10 mm / 0.51 in SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from X8i-onCW ×1 ×2 ×4 ×1 ×4 M6×35 Torx M6×20 Torx M6×10 spacer M6×3 spacer flat M6 washer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 50 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall or ceiling. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the X8i-onCW safety screws are present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 51 Connect the cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). d) Secure the enclosure-mounting plate and the connector sealing plate to X8i. Use the two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 52 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom silent block to X8i: a) Remove the placeholder screw at the bottom of X8i. b) Secure the silent block and the M6×3 spacer at the bottom of the enclosure. Use the M6×30 Torx screw.
Page 53 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the safety screws on both sides and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 54 (daN) (daN) wall-mounting WALLx2 Ø 5.2 mm / maximum 0.20 in screw head size: Ø 11 mm / 0.43 in SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from WALLx2 ×4 ×4 M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 55 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the WALLx2 safety screws are present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 56 Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. b) Run the cable through the WALLx2 part and through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the speaker cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171).
Page 57 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom WALLx2 part to X8i: a) Remove the two bottom placeholder screws. b) Secure the WALLx2 part to X8i. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 6. Mount X8i on the wall-mounting plates: a) Align the midpoints of the WALLx2 rear cutouts with the tapered spacers.
Page 58 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the two safety screws and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 59 Risk of falling objects Do not use TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 upside-down. These rigging accessories are designed for negative site angles only. Screws and fasteners from TILT-SUPPORT ×2 M5 hex locknut from TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 60 Rigging procedures ×2 ×2 M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 61 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 62 The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from TILT-SUPPORT. 3 N.m 8 mm 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and the wall-mounting plate to the wall. 4. Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X8i. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 63 6. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). 7. Mount X8i on the wall-mounting plate: a) Align the midpoints of the TILTxx rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 64 Rigging procedures 8. Tighten the safety screw and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 65 TILT- Ø 6.4 mm / – SUPPORT + 0.25 in any accessory (slotted) Risk of falling objects Do not use TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 upside-down. These rigging accessories are designed for negative site angles only. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 66 Rigging procedures Screws and fasteners from TILT-SUPPORT ×2 ×2 M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø 5 mm from TILT ×2 ×1 ×1 M6×25 Torx M4×16 Torx Axis with M4 (pre-mounted) Torx head (pre- mounted) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 67 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 68 Rigging procedures 3. Assemble the TILT wall-mounting part with TILT-SUPPORT. Use the two M5 nuts and washers. 3 N.m 8 mm 4. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and TILT to the wall. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 69 Rigging procedures 5. Secure TILT to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X8i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 6. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171).
Page 70 -30° -20° -35° -5° -25° -40° -10° enclosure wall 0° c) Drive the axis through the holes and secure it with the M4×16 Torx screw. Make sure that the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 71 Do not use PAN or PANx2 upside-down. Do not swap the wall-mounting part(s) and the enclosure-mounting part(s). SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from PANx2 ×2 ×4 M8×16 Torx M6×20 Torx X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 72 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure 1. Drill holes in the wall for the anchors and for the cable exit.
Page 73 Run the cable through the PANx2 part and through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). d) Secure the PANx2 part and the connector sealing plate to X8i. Use two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 74 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom PANx2 part to X8i: a) Remove the two bottom placeholder screws. b) Secure the PANx2 part to X8i. Use two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m 6. Mount the assembly on the wall-mounting parts: a) Align the pins with the top holes and push the assembly downwards.
Page 75 Rigging procedures 7. Rotate X8i to adjust the azimuth angle from -45° to +45°. - 45° + 45° 8. Tighten the two M8×16 Torx screws. Apply a torque of 10 N.m. Make sure the assembly is stable. 10 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 76 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X8i vertically with PAN and TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Type of deployment wall-mounting Rigging accessories TILT-SUPPORT TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Additional material 3 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T20 Torx bit T25 Torx bit T30 Torx bit T40 Torx bit 8 mm wrench or 8 mm hex socket Min.
Page 77 Ø 5 mm from PAN ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 M5×20 Torx M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø M8×16 Torx 5 mm from TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 ×2 ×2 M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 78 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 79 4. Assemble the wall-mounting plate and tapered spacers with PAN. Use two M5×20 Torx screws, two M5 washers, and two M5 nuts. The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from PAN. 3 N.m 8 mm X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 80 Drive the M8×16 Torx screw from underneath PAN. Do not fully tighten the screw. 6. Secure TILTxx to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X8i. b) Secure TILTxx to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws.
Page 81 Rigging procedures 8. Mount X8i on PAN: a) Align the midpoints of the TILTxx rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. 9. Tighten the safety screw on TILTxx. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 82 10. Rotate the assembly to adjust the azimuth angle from -45° to +45°. - 45° + 45° 11. Tighten the M8×16 Torx screw. Apply a torque of 10 N.m. Make sure the assembly is stable. 10 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 83 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X8i vertically with PAN and TILT Type of deployment wall-mounting Rigging accessories TILT-SUPPORT TILT Additional material 3 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T20 Torx bit T30 Torx bit T40 Torx bit T20 screwdriver 8 mm wrench or 8 mm hex socket 10 mm wrench or 10 mm hex socket Min.
Page 84 PAN ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 M8×16 Torx M6×25 Torx M6 hex lock nut flat washer Ø 6 mm from TILT ×2 ×1 ×1 M6×25 Torx M4×16 Torx Axis with M4 (pre-mounted) Torx head (pre- mounted) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 85 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 86 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and PAN to the wall. 4. Disassemble the two TILT parts. 5. Assemble the PAN enclosure-mounting part with the TILT wall-mounting part. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws, M6 nuts and washers. 5 N.m 10 mm X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 87 Drive the M8×16 Torx screw from underneath PAN. Do not fully tighten the screw. 7. Secure TILT to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X8i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws.
Page 88 Rigging procedures 9. Mount X8i on the PAN and TILT assembly: a) Assemble the two TILT parts by fitting the indexing studs into the hooks. Make sure the studs are pushed all the way into the hooks. b) Rotate the assembly to select the site angle.
Page 89 Rigging procedures 10. Rotate X8i to adjust the azimuth angle from -45° to +45°. - 45° + 45° 11. Tighten the M8×16 Torx screw. Apply a torque of 10 N.m. Make sure the assembly is stable. 10 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 90 (p.96) TILT40 (p.96) + TILT (p.101) TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT + PAN (p.108) + PAN + TILT5 + PAN + TILT15 + PAN + TILT40 + PAN + TILT (p.113) (p.113) (p.113) (p.121) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 91 SUPPORT + 0.25 in any accessory (slotted) Screws and fasteners from TILT-SUPPORT ×2 ×2 M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø 5 mm from WALL ×2 ×2 ×1 M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer rectangular washer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 92 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the WALL safety screw is present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 93 The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from TILT-SUPPORT. 3 N.m 8 mm 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and the wall-mounting plate to the wall. 4. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 94 X8i, respectively. Make sure that the safety screw is at the top when the enclosure is mounted in its final position. 5 N.m 7. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 95 8. Mount the assembly on the wall-mounting plate: a) Align the midpoints of the WALL rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. 9. Tighten the safety screw and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 96 Do not use TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 upside-down. These rigging accessories are designed for negative site angles only. Screws and fasteners from TILT-SUPPORT ×2 M5 hex locknut from TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 ×1 ×2 ×2 rectangular washer M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 97 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 98 The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from TILT-SUPPORT. 3 N.m 8 mm 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and the wall-mounting plate to the wall. 4. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 99 Make sure that the safety screw is at the top when the enclosure is mounted in its final position. If the shank of the screwdriver collides with TILT40, use a screwdriver extension or an angled screwdriver to drive the screws. 5 N.m 7. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 100 8. Mount the assembly on the wall-mounting plate: a) Align the TILTxx holes with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. 9. Tighten the safety screw. Make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 101 TILT- Ø 6.4 mm / – SUPPORT + 0.25 in any accessory (slotted) Risk of falling objects Do not use TILT, TILT5, TILT15, or TILT40 upside-down. These rigging accessories are designed for negative site angles only. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 102 Screws and fasteners from TILT-SUPPORT ×2 ×2 M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø 5 mm from TILT ×1 ×2 ×1 ×1 rectangular washer M6×25 Torx M4×16 Torx Axis with M4 (pre-mounted) Torx head (pre- mounted) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 103 Assembly About this task Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 104 Rigging procedures 3. Assemble the TILT wall-mounting part with TILT-SUPPORT. Use the two M5 nuts and washers. 3 N.m 8 mm 4. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and TILT to the wall. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 105 5. Secure TILT to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. Align the top and the middle hole (formed by the washer) from the rigging accessory with the top and bottom hole on X8i, respectively.
Page 106 Rigging procedures Risk of pinching fingers Hold X8i from underneath when assembling the two TILT parts. 7. Mount X8i on the wall: a) Assemble the two TILT parts by fitting the indexing studs into the hooks. Make sure the studs are pushed all the way into the hooks.
Page 107 Rigging procedures c) Drive the axis through the holes and secure it with the M4×16 Torx screw. Make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 108 (daN) (daN) wall-mounting TILT- Ø 6.4 mm / – SUPPORT + 0.25 in any accessory (slotted) Risk of falling objects Do not use PAN or PANx2 upside-down. Do not swap the wall-mounting part(s) and the enclosure-mounting part(s). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 109 M8×16 Torx Assembly Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 110 Rigging procedures 2. Assemble the PAN wall-mounting part with TILT-SUPPORT. Use the two M5 nuts and washers. 3 N.m 8 mm 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and PAN to the wall. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 111 4. Secure PAN to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. b) Secure the PAN enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. Make sure the rectangular washer is in the correct position.
Page 112 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X8i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +9°/-9° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.
Page 113 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X8i horizontally with PAN and TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Type of deployment wall-mounting Rigging accessories TILT-SUPPORT TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Additional material 3 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T25 Torx bit T30 Torx bit T40 Torx bit 8 mm wrench or 8 mm hex socket Min.
Page 114 M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø 5 mm from PAN ×2 ×2 ×2 ×2 M5×20 Torx M5 hex locknut thick plain washer Ø M8×16 Torx 5 mm from TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 ×1 ×2 rectangular washer M6×25 Torx X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 115 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 116 4. Assemble the wall-mounting plate and tapered spacers with PAN. Use two M5×20 Torx screws, two M5 washers, and two M5 nuts. The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from PAN. 3 N.m 8 mm X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 117 Align the pin with the top hole and push the assembly downwards. b) Drive the M8×16 Torx screw from underneath PAN. Do not fully tighten the screw. 6. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 118 Make sure that the safety screw is at the top when the enclosure is mounted in its final position. If the shank of the screwdriver collides with TILT40, use a screwdriver extension or an angled screwdriver to drive the screws. 5 N.m 9. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 119 Rigging procedures 10. Mount X8i on PAN: a) Align the midpoints of the TILTxx rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. 11. Tighten the safety screw on TILTxx. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 120 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X8i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +9°/-9° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.
Page 121 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X8i horizontally with PAN and TILT Type of deployment wall-mounting Rigging accessories TILT-SUPPORT TILT Additional material 3 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T20 Torx bit T30 Torx bit T40 Torx bit T20 screwdriver 8 mm wrench or 8 mm hex socket 10 mm wrench or 10 mm hex socket Min.
Page 122 ×2 ×2 M8×16 Torx M6×25 Torx M6 hex lock nut flat washer Ø 6 mm from TILT ×1 ×2 ×1 ×1 rectangular washer M6×25 Torx M4×16 Torx Axis with M4 (pre-mounted) Torx head (pre- mounted) X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 123 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 124 3. Secure TILT-SUPPORT and PAN to the wall. 4. Disassemble the two TILT parts. 5. Assemble the PAN enclosure-mounting part with the TILT wall-mounting part. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws, M6 nuts and washers. 5 N.m 10 mm X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 125 7. Secure TILT to X8i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. Align the top and the middle hole (formed by the washer) from the rigging accessory with the top and bottom hole on X8i, respectively.
Page 126 8. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). 9. Mount X8i on the PAN and TILT assembly: a) Assemble the two TILT parts by fitting the indexing studs into the hooks. Make sure the studs are pushed all the way into the hooks.
Page 127 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X8i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +9°/-9° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.
Page 128 Rigging procedures 11. Tighten the M8×16 Torx screw. Apply a torque of 10 N.m. Make sure the assembly is stable. 10 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 129 (p.137) (p.137) (p.142) X8i ceiling-mounted horizontally site angle 0° to -35° 90° (downward-facing) X8i-HBAR (p.147) X8i-onCW (p.155) X8i truss-mounted or suspended by a threaded rod orientation site angle 9° to -17° 90° (downward-facing) Vertical VBAR (p.130) CEILING-PENDANT (p.160) Horizontal 9° to -40°...
Page 130 Rigging procedures Vertically Ceiling-mounting or flying X8i vertically with VBAR Type of deployment ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting Rigging accessories VBAR Additional material 2 compatible screws and anchors, or 1 max. Ø10 mm / 0.39 in truss clamp, or 1 max. Ø10 mm / 0.39 in threaded rod, with corresponding nuts and washers...
Page 131 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the ceiling. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Procedure Ceiling-mounting holes When ceiling-mounting with VBAR, always use holes 1 and 7 (at both ends) to ensure optimal support.
Page 132 3. Run the speaker cable through VBAR. 4. Prepare X8i cabling: a) Remove the connector sealing plate. b) Run the cable through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 133 Rigging procedures Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators. 5. Hold the connector sealing plate against the connector and secure X8i to VBAR. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. Make sure the assembly is stable. 5 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 134 Rigging procedures Flying X8i with VBAR About this task holes for cable passage ceiling-mounting X8i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with VBAR hole N angle 9° 5° 0° -4° -9° -13° -17° Procedure 1. Run the speaker cable through VBAR.
Page 135 2. Prepare X8i cabling: a) Remove the connector sealing plate. b) Run the cable through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). 3. Hold the connector plate and position X8i upright.
Page 136 Rigging procedures Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators. 5. Choose the pickup point and secure X8i to a truss clamp or a threaded rod (maximum Ø10 mm / 0.39 in) using nuts. Make sure the assembly is stable.
Page 137 Rigging procedures Ceiling-mounting X8i vertically with VBAR and TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Type of deployment ceiling-mounting Rigging accessories VBAR TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 Additional material 2 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T20 Torx bit T25 Torx bit T30 Torx bit 8 mm wrench or 8 mm hex socket Min.
Page 138 In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 139 3. Assemble the wall-mounting plate and tapered spacers with VBAR. Use two M5×20 Torx, two M5 washers, and two M5 nuts. The wall-mounting plate gasket is facing away from VBAR. 3 N.m 8 mm X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 140 5. Secure TILTxx to X8i: a) Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. b) Run the cable through TILTxx and through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the speaker cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171).
Page 141 6. Mount X8i on VBAR: a) Align the midpoints of the TILTxx rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. 7. Tighten the safety screw and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 142 Rigging procedures Ceiling-mounting X8i vertically with VBAR and TILT Type of deployment ceiling-mounting Rigging accessories VBAR TILT Additional material 2 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver T20 Torx bit T30 Torx bit T40 Torx bit T20 screwdriver 10 mm wrench or 10 mm hex socket Min.
Page 143 (pre-mounted) Torx head (pre- mounted) Assembly About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 144 Ø 10.4 mm / 0.4 in 2. Assemble the TILT wall-mounting part with VBAR. Use two M6×25 Torx, two M6 nuts and two M6 washers. 3 N.m 10 mm 3. Secure VBAR to the ceiling. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 145 Connect the speaker cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). d) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part and the connector sealing plate to X8i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators.
Page 146 -30° -20° -35° -5° -25° -40° -10° enclosure wall 0° c) Drive the axis through the holes and secure it with the M4×16 Torx screw. Make sure that the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 147 Rigging procedures Horizontally Ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting X8i horizontally with X8i-HBAR Type of deployment ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting Rigging accessories X8i-HBAR Additional material 2 compatible screws and anchors, or 1 max. Ø10 mm / 0.39 in truss clamp, or 1 max. Ø10 mm / 0.39 in threaded rod, with corresponding nuts and washers...
Page 148 X8i site angles when ceiling-mounted with X8i-HBAR holes N angle 1 + 2 0° 3 + 4 -14° 5 + 6 -35° Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 149 Rigging procedures Procedure Ceiling-mounting holes When ceiling-mounting with X8i-HBAR, use one pair of adjacent, coplanar holes depending on the chosen site angle. 1. Drill holes in the ceiling for X8i-HBAR. 6 x Ø 11 mm / 0.43 in 2. Secure X8i-HBAR to the ceiling.
Page 150 Rigging procedures 3. Remove the three placeholder screws in the middle of X8i. X8i-HBAR can be mounted on a horizontal X8i turned either way: with the connector plate on the right-hand side with the connector plate on the left-hand side Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators.
Page 151 Rigging procedures 5 N.m 6. Prepare X8i cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 152 Flying X8i with X8i-HBAR About this task X8i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with X8i-HBAR hole N angle 9° 1° -10° -20° -30° -40° Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 153 Procedure Adjust the threaded rod lenght to avoid any collision with the enclosure. 1. Choose the pickup point and secure X8i-HBAR to a truss clamp or to a threaded rod (maximum Ø 10 mm / 0.39 in) using nuts. 2. Remove the three placeholder screws in the middle of X8i.
Page 154 Do not fully tighten the screws. 3. Mount X8i on X8i-HBAR. Use three M6×25 Torx screws. 4. Adjust the roll angle. 5. Tighten the screws. 5 N.m 6. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 155 0.25 in with washers: 13.10 mm / 0.51 in SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from X8i-onCW ×1 ×2 ×4 ×1 ×4 M6×35 Torx M6×20 Torx M6×10 spacer M6×3 spacer flat M6 washer X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 156 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall or ceiling. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the X8i-onCW safety screws are present and loosened. Procedure Make sure to leave enough space between the walls and the sides of the rigging element to access the screw(s) when the enclosure is mounted.
Page 157 Connect the cable to the X8i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171). d) Secure the enclosure-mounting plate and the connector sealing plate to X8i. Use the two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 158 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom silent block to X8i: a) Remove the placeholder screw at the bottom of X8i. b) Secure the silent block and the M6×3 spacer at the bottom of the enclosure. Use the M6×30 Torx screw.
Page 159 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the safety screws on both sides and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 160 Screws and fasteners from CEILING-PENDANT ×2 M6×20 Torx Assembly About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the ceiling. Prerequisite Place X8i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 161 2. Secure CEILING-PENDANT to X8i. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 3. Fly X8i with a truss clamp or a threaded rod (maximum Ø 12 mm / 0.47 in). Make sure the assembly is stable. 4. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X8i (p.171).
Page 162 ‒ Horizontal GROUND (p.162) GROUND35 (p.162) GROUND55 (p.162) Ground-mounting X8i horizontally with GROUND / GROUND55 / GROUND35 Type of deployment ground-stacking Rigging accessories GROUND / GROUND55 / GROUND35 Additional material 2 compatible screws and anchors Tools torque screwdriver...
Page 163 For GROUND35 (35° site angle) : with the connector plate on the left. • For GROUND (0° site angle): turned either way. Procedure 1. Remove one placeholder screw for GROUND or two for GROUND55/GROUND35, in the middle of X8i. GROUND GROUND55/GROUND35 X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 164 Use one M6×25 Torx screw (GROUND) or two M6×25 Torx screws (GROUND55/GROUND35). GROUND55 GROUND35 GROUND 3. Place X8i in monitor position, with GROUNDxx resting on the ground. Make sure that GROUNDxx is aligned with the cabinet. Make adjustments if necessary. GROUND55 GROUND35 GROUND X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 165 GROUND55 GROUND35 5 N.m GROUND 5. Place X8i at its final location and secure GROUNDxx to the ground. Make sure the assembly is stable. 27 mm / 1.1 in 27 mm / 1.1 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.24 in Ø...
Page 166 Rigging procedures 27 mm / 1.1 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.24 in GROUND X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 167 Ø 35 mm (1-3/8") pole Tools torque screwdriver screwdriver extension T30 Torx bit 17 mm wrench Min. number of operators Assembly Procedure 1. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle or at the bottom of X8i. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 168 Rigging procedures 2. Secure POLE to X8i with the two captive screws. Use a screwdriver extension. 5 N.m 3. Mount the assembly on a Ø 35 mm (1-3/8") pole. Use a screwdriver extension. 4. Tighten the locking knob and the nut.
Page 169 Power Budget values, otherwise the Fuse Protect algorithm may be triggered. When powered by a 100 V power supply, reduce the number of enclosures in order not to exceed 75% of the power gauge. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 170 1− 2− Terminal block output (LA2Xi BTL) 2.5 mm² cables 1− 2− One-channel speakON output custom cable 2.5 mm² cable 1+/1- Two-channel speakON output custom cable 2.5 mm² cable 1+/1- 2+/2- 2.5 mm² cable X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 171 14 AWG / 2.5 mm² Maximum electric current 30 A Maximum electrical rating 105 °C (221 °F) / 600 V Terminal material tin-plated copper Dimensions 12 mm / 0.47 in 2.5 mm / 0.10 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 172 Procedure 1. Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. 2. Insert the cable through the cable gland. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 173 4. Push the wires into the terminals. If necessary, use a small tool in the hole next to the terminal to unlock it. 5. Secure the connector sealing plate to the enclosure. Apply a torque of 3 N.m. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 174 Connection to LA amplified controllers What to do next To remove the cables, use the small tool to unlock the terminals and pull on the wires. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 175 SPCON is not compatible with the following rigging accessories: • X8i-onCW • WALLx2 • PANx2 • GROUND55 • GROUND35 • GROUND Procedure 1. Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 176 2. Push the SPCON ferrules into the terminals. If necessary, use a small tool in the hole next to the terminal to unlock it. 3. Secure SPCON to X8i. Use the two provided M6×25 Torx screws. 3 N.m X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 177 Connection to LA amplified controllers 4. Connect the speaker cable to SPCON. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 178 D/R - Coaxial loudspeaker (p.181) • D/R - Diaphragm (p.182) For advanced maintenance, contact your L-Acoustics representative. Tools and consumables Before performing maintenance on this product, make sure all the tools listed are available. References are given for ® FACOM products in this table.
Page 179 Follow the instructions to remove the LF speaker from the enclosure. Perform the reconing procedure according to the information provided by the manufacturer. Use the screws and fasteners provided in G03895 for reassembly. Grill Coaxial loudspeaker G03886 Diaphragm G03894 X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 180 D/R - Grill Tools • flat tool Procedure 1. Use a flat tool as a lever to unlock the grill from each side of the enclosure. 2. Pull the grill forwards and slide it up. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 181 D/R - Coaxial loudspeaker Tools • torque screwdriver • T25 Torx bit Repair kit G03886 KR coaxial speaker (8" LF + 1.5" HF diaphragm) X8i ×1 ×2 ×4 18466_2 100604 S100053 8" coaxial speaker - 8 ohms 8" speaker gasket M5×20 Torx...
Page 182 X8 diaphragm assembly driver gasket M4×12 hex Prerequisite Grill removed. D/R - Grill (p.180). Coaxial speaker removed. D/R - Coaxial loudspeaker (p.181). The speaker is placed on a flat surface in a dust-free environment. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 183 7. Remove the cone. 8. If there are shims under the cone, carefully remove them. Take note of how many and what kind of shims are present. 9. Carefully remove the diaphragm holding it by the connectors. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 184 11. Secure the HF driver on the LF driver with the two screws. Use the 3 mm hex bit. Set the torque to 3 N.m. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 185 6. Press the OK key or the encoder wheel to launch the ENCLOSURE CHECK. The amplified controller generates short sinusoidal signals simultaneously for each connected output. The amplified controller displays the results for each output. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 186 (found in NOK and UNDEF results) • the number of operational transducers out of the total Low variations from the expected range are acceptable: displayed percentage can be different from 0 and all transducers considered operational. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 187 One or more HF driver produces high-frequency harmonic distortions, strange vibrations or weak sound. Possible causes • There are foreign particles on the air gap. • The diaphragm is not centered correctly. • The screws used for reassembly are too loose. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 188 3. Clean the air gap thoroughly. Use double-face adhesive tape to remove any particles. 4. Perform the diaphragm reassembly procedure. Apply the recommended torque. 5. Repeat the listening test. If the problem persists, replace the driver. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 189 RAL code on special order IP55 Peak level measured at 1 m under free field conditions using pink noise with crest factor 4 (preset specified in brackets). With connector at the top and connector sealing plate. X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 190 Specifications X8i dimensions 240 mm / 9.4 in 217 mm / 8.5 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 191 Specifications X8i-onCW specifications Description On-wall or on-ceiling mounting accessory with silent blocks for X8i Weight (net) 0.8 kg / 1.8 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating X8i-onCW dimensions 20 mm / 0.79 in 105 mm / 4.13 in 4 x Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in 5 mm / 0.2 in...
Page 192 Weight (net) 0.2 kg / 0.4 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating WALL dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 16 mm / 0.63 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 30 mm / 1.2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 193 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating PAN dimensions 39 mm / 1.5 in 33 mm / 1.3 in 2 x Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in 41 mm / 1.6 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 194 Weight (net) 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating WALLx2 dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 16 mm / 0.63 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 30 mm / 1.2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 195 0.8 kg / 1.8 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating PANx2 dimensions 39 mm / 1.5 in 33 mm / 1.3 in 2 x Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in 41 mm / 1.6 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 196 0.6 kg / 1.3 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating TILT dimensions 47 mm / 1.9 in 45 mm / 1.7 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 51 mm / 2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 197 0.3 kg / 0.7 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating TILT5 dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 20 mm / 0.8 in 30 mm / 1.2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 198 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating TILT15 dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 46 mm / 1.8 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 18 mm / 0.71 in 30 mm / 1.2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 199 0.5 kg / 1.1 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating TILT40 dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 84 mm / 3.3 in 30 mm / 1.2 in 14 mm / 0.55 in 30 mm / 1.2 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 200 GROUND specifications Description Ground-mounting accessory Weight (net) 0.2 kg / 0.4 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating GROUND dimensions 47 mm / 1.9 in 35 mm / 1.4 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 201 GROUND55 dimensions 50 mm / 1.9 in 47 mm / 1.9 in 74 mm / 2.9 in 15 mm / 0.6 in 2 X Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 202 GROUND35 dimensions 36 mm / 1.4 in 47 mm / 1.9 in 75 mm / 3 in 15 mm / 0.6 in 2 x Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 203 Weight (net) 0.5 kg / 1.1 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating TILT-SUPPORT dimensions 100 mm / 3.9 in 18 mm / 0.7 in Ø 6.6 mm / 0.26 in 5 mm / 0.19 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 204 0.5 kg / 1.1 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating X8i-HBAR dimensions 163 mm / 6.4 in 40 mm / 1.6 in 107 mm / 4.2 in 6 x Ø 11 mm / 0.43 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 205 0.6 kg / 1.3 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating VBAR dimensions 45 mm / 1.8 in 170 mm / 6.7 in Ø 9 mm / 0.35 in Ø 11 mm / 0.43 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 206 68 mm / 2.7 in 32 mm / 1.3 in 32 mm / 1.3 in 27 mm / 1.1 in 36 mm / 1.4 in Ø 12 mm / 0.47 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 207 117 mm / 4.6 in 48 mm / 1.9 in 101 mm / 3.9 in 40 mm / 1.6 in 2 x Ø 12 mm / 0.47 in Ø 36 mm / 1.4 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 208 2-point speakON adaptor (2.5 mm² gauge) for terminal blocks Weight (net) 0.1 kg / 0.2 lb Material moulded ABS polymer SPCON dimensions 80 mm / 3.1 in 129 mm / 5.1 in 53 mm / 2.1 in X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 209 Specifications for screws and anchors Specifications for screws and anchors Use the following information to choose compatible screws and anchors for mounting X8i on the wall, on the ceiling, or on the ground. Risk of crushing injury Ensure that the wall or ceiling can support the load of the product.
Page 210 2.7 Ω load ‒ ‒ Use the more detailed L-Acoustics calculation tool to evaluate cable length and gauge based on the type and number of loudspeakers connected. The calculation tool is available on our website: https://www.l-acoustics.com/installation-tools/ X8i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
Page 211 L-Acoustics 13 rue Levacher Cintrat - 91460 Marcoussis - France +33 1 69 63 69 63 - info@l-acoustics.com www.l-acoustics.com...

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