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  • Page 1 owner's manual (EN)
  • Page 2 Document reference: X6i 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety....................................6 Instructions................................6 Introduction..................................8 X6i....................................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 X6i..................................18 Elements for wall-mounting...........................20 TILT-SUPPORT............................
  • Page 4 Horizontally..............................91 Ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting........................130 Vertically..............................131 Horizontally............................... 148 Downward-facing............................156 Ground-mounting..............................163 Ground-mounting X6i horizontally with GROUND / GROUND55 / GROUND35........163 Pole-mounting..............................168 Pole-mounting X6i with POLE........................168 Connection to LA amplified controllers..........................170 Cabling schemes for X6i.............................171 Cabling X6i................................172 Cabling..............................
  • Page 5 PAN..................................198 WALLx2................................199 PANx2..................................200 TILT..................................201 TILT5..................................202 TILT15..................................203 TILT40..................................204 GROUND................................205 GROUND55................................. 206 GROUND35................................. 207 TILT-SUPPORT..............................208 X6i-HBAR................................209 VBAR................................... 210 CEILING-PENDANT............................211 POLE................................... 212 SPCON................................213 APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors....................214 APPENDIX B: Recommendation for speaker cables....................215...

  • Page 6: Safety

    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: Introduction

    X6i 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 X6i preset boasts 123 dB of max SPL, down to 69 Hz.

  • Page 9: How To Use This Manual

    Introduction How to use this manual The X6i owner's manual is intended for all actors involved in the system design, implementation, preventive and corrective maintenance of the X6i 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: Revision History

    • Added new warning related to cable clip (X6i (p.18)). • Updated rigging procedures involving PAN accessory with TILT/TILTxx. • Updated Ceiling-mounting X6i vertically with VBAR and TILT5/TILT15/TILT40 (p.138). • Updated Flying X6i with X6i-HBAR (p.153). • Added Corrective maintenance (p.179).

  • Page 11: System Components

    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 X6i-onCW On-wall or on-ceiling mounting accessory with silent blocks for X6i WALLx2 Wall-mounting kit PANx2 Adjustable pan accessory kit +/-45°...

  • Page 12: System Component Illustrations

    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 X6i-onCW WALLx2 PANx2 WALL TILT TILT5 TILT15 TILT40 TILT- SUPPORT X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 13 System components GROUND GROUND55 GROUND35 X6i-HBAR VBAR CEILING-PENDANT POLE Software applications Soundvision LA Network Manager X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 14: Electro-Acoustical Description

    1 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Frequency (Hz) Dispersion angle diagram of a single X6i using lines of equal sound pressure at -3 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 15: Preset Description

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 16: Connectors

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 17: Spcon Terminal Block To Speakon Adapter

    Electro-acoustical description SPCON terminal block to speakON adapter SPCON is a 2-point speakON to bare wire adaptor for X6i. 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 Rigging system description X6i is a loudspeaker enclosure dedicated for installation projects. X6i 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° X6i 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: Elements For Wall-Mounting

    APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors (p.214). TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT is a support plate for individual X6i 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: X6I-Oncw

    Rigging system description X6i-onCW X6i-onCW is a rigging interface with silent blocks for mounting one X6i on a wall or on a ceiling. X6i-onCW is composed of: • one surface-mounting plate • three silent blocks: • one enclosure-mounting plate with two silent blocks •...

  • Page 22: Wall

    Rigging system description WALL WALL is a rigging interface for mounting one X6i 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 X6i •...

  • Page 23: Wallx2

    Rigging system description WALLx2 WALLx2 is a rigging interface for mounting one X6i vertically on a wall. WALLx2 is composed of two WALL (p.22), without rectangular washers: • two main parts for mounting on X6i • two wall-mounting plates •...

  • Page 24: Elements For Ceiling-Mounting Or Truss-Mounting

    (p.214). VBAR VBAR is a rigging bracket for mounting X6i vertically on the ceiling, or for flying X6i 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 X6i on the ceiling.
  • Page 25 Rigging system description X6i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with VBAR hole N angle 18° 13° 7° 1° -6° -12° -19° X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 26: X6I-Hbar

    Rigging system description X6i-HBAR X6i-HBAR is a rigging bracket for mounting X6i horizontally on the ceiling, or for flying X6i with a truss or a threaded rod in a suspended ceiling. X6i-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: Ceiling-Pendant

    -35° CEILING-PENDANT CEILING-PENDANT is a rigging accessory for flying X6i 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: Elements For Site Or Azimuth Angle Adjustment

    APPENDIX A: Specifications for screws and anchors (p.214). TILT5 / TILT15 / TILT40 TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40 are rigging interfaces for mounting one X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 30: Tilt

    Rigging system description TILT TILT is a rigging interface for mounting X6i 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 X6i 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° X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 32: Pan

    Rigging system description PAN is a rigging interface for mounting one X6i 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 X6i horizontally or vertically with site and azimuth angle.

  • Page 33: Panx2

    Rigging system description PANx2 PANx2 is a rigging interface for mounting one X6i 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 X6i •...

  • Page 34: Elements For Ground-Mounting

    Elements for ground-mounting GROUND / GROUND35 / GROUND55 GROUND, GROUND35, and GROUND55 are accessories for securing X6i 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: Elements For Pole-Mounting

    Rigging system description Elements for pole-mounting POLE POLE is a rigging accessory for mounting X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 36: Mechanical Safety

    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 X6i. Risk of injury or product damage This manual describes all allowed mechanical configurations with X6i and its accessories.

  • Page 37: Assessing Mechanical Safety

    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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 38: Loudspeaker Configurations

    Maximum SPL 117 dB 123 dB X6i point source with low-frequency element Deployed as a point source with SB6i(r) or SB10i(r) subwoofers, X6i system is extended in the low end and the LF contour is reinforced. configuration subwoofer upper presets...

  • Page 39: X6I With Sb6I(R)

    Loudspeaker configurations X6i with SB6i(r) Closely coupled With SB6i(r) and the [SB6_200] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 32 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration.
  • Page 40 Loudspeaker configurations Coupled With SB6i(r) and the [SB6_100] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 29 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration. max. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...
  • Page 41 Loudspeaker configurations Separated With SB6i(r) and the [SB6_60] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 29 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i_50] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration. min. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...

  • Page 42: X6I With Sb10I(R)

    Loudspeaker configurations X6i with SB10i(r) Closely coupled With SB10i(r) and the [SB10_200] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 29 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration.
  • Page 43 Loudspeaker configurations Coupled With SB10i(r) and the [SB10_100] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 27 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration. max. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...
  • Page 44 Loudspeaker configurations Separated With SB10i(r) and the [SB10_60] preset, the bandwidth of the X6i system is extended down to 25 Hz and the system contour is reinforced. The [X6i_50] preset is recommended for X6i in this configuration. min. 1.7 m / 5.6 ft...

  • Page 45: X6I Stage Monitor

    65 Hz - 20 kHz Low-latency preset A low-latency preset is available for the X6i enclosure used as a monitor ([X6i_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 46: Rigging Procedures

    Each configuration links to the corresponding procedure. Risk of injury or product damage This manual describes all allowed mechanical configurations with X6i 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 47 0° to -40° VBAR (p.131) VBAR + TILT5 VBAR + TILT15 VBAR + TILT40 VBAR + TILT (p.138) (p.138) (p.138) (p.143) X6i ceiling-mounted horizontally site angle 0° to -35° 90° (downward-facing) X6i-HBAR (p.148) X6i-onCW (p.156) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 48 Rigging procedures X6i truss-mounted or suspended by a threaded rod orientation site angle 18° to -19° 90° (downward-facing) Vertical VBAR (p.131) CEILING-PENDANT (p.161) Horizontal 9° to -42° X6i-HBAR (p.148) X6i ground-stacked orientation site angle 0° 35° 55° Vertical no rigging accessory ‒...

  • Page 49: Wall-Mounting

    (p.60) TILT40 (p.60) + TILT (p.66) WALLx2 (p.55) TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT + PAN + TILT5 + PAN + TILT15 + PAN + TILT40 + PAN + TILT (p.77) (p.77) (p.77) (p.84) PANx2 (p.72) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 50 (slotted) 13.10 mm / 0.51 in SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from X6i-onCW ×1 ×2 ×4 ×1 ×4 M6×35 Torx M6×20 Torx M6×10 spacer M6×3 spacer flat M6 washer X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 51 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall or ceiling. Prerequisite Place X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the X6i-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 52 Connect the cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). d) Secure the enclosure-mounting plate and the connector sealing plate to X6i. Use the two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 53 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom silent block to X6i: a) Remove the placeholder screw at the bottom of X6i. b) Secure the silent block and the M6×3 spacer at the bottom of the enclosure. Use the M6×30 Torx screw.
  • Page 54 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the safety screws on both sides and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 55 (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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 56 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 57 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 X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172).
  • Page 58 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom WALLx2 part to X6i: a) Remove the two bottom placeholder screws. b) Secure the WALLx2 part to X6i. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 6. Mount X6i on the wall-mounting plates: a) Align the midpoints of the WALLx2 rear cutouts with the tapered spacers.
  • Page 59 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the two safety screws and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 60 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 61 Rigging procedures ×2 ×2 M6×25 Torx M5 tapered spacer X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 62 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 63 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 X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 64 6. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). 7. Mount X6i on the wall-mounting plate: a) Align the midpoints of the TILTxx rear cutouts with the tapered spacers. b) Push the assembly downwards. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 65 Rigging procedures 8. Tighten the safety screw and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 66 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 67 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) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 68 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X6i 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 69 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 70 Rigging procedures 5. Secure TILT to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X6i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part to X6i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 6. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172).
  • Page 71 -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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 72 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 73 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 74 Run the cable through the PANx2 part and through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). d) Secure the PANx2 part and the connector sealing plate to X6i. Use two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 75 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom PANx2 part to X6i: a) Remove the two bottom placeholder screws. b) Secure the PANx2 part to X6i. 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 76 Rigging procedures 7. Rotate X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 77 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X6i 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 78 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 79 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 80 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 81 Drive the M8×16 Torx screw from underneath PAN. Do not fully tighten the screw. 6. Secure TILTxx to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X6i. b) Secure TILTxx to X6i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws.
  • Page 82 Rigging procedures 8. Mount X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 83 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 84 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X6i 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 85 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) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 86 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X6i 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 87 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 88 Drive the M8×16 Torx screw from underneath PAN. Do not fully tighten the screw. 7. Secure TILT to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws at the bottom of X6i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part to X6i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws.
  • Page 89 Rigging procedures 9. Mount X6i 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 90 Rigging procedures 10. Rotate X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 91: Horizontally

    (p.97) TILT40 (p.97) + TILT (p.102) TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT TILT-SUPPORT + PAN (p.109) + PAN + TILT5 + PAN + TILT15 + PAN + TILT40 + PAN + TILT (p.114) (p.114) (p.114) (p.122) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 92 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 93 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X6i 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 94 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 X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 95 X6i, 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 X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 96 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 97 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 98 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 99 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 X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 100 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 X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 101 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 102 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 103 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) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 104 Assembly About this task Prerequisite Place X6i 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 105 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 106 5. Secure TILT to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X6i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X6i. 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 X6i, respectively.
  • Page 107 Rigging procedures Risk of pinching fingers Hold X6i from underneath when assembling the two TILT parts. 7. Mount X6i 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 108 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 109 (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). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 110 M8×16 Torx Assembly Prerequisite Place X6i 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 111 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 112 4. Secure PAN to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X6i. b) Secure the PAN enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X6i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. Make sure the rectangular washer is in the correct position.
  • Page 113 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X6i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +12°/-12° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.
  • Page 114 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X6i 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 115 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 116 About this task In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 117 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 118 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 X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 119 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 X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 120 Rigging procedures 10. Mount X6i 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 121 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X6i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +12°/-12° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.
  • Page 122 Rigging procedures Wall-mounting X6i 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 123 ×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) X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 124 Rigging procedures Assembly Prerequisite Place X6i 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 125 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 126 7. Secure TILT to X6i: a) Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X6i. b) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part with the rectangular washer to X6i. 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 X6i, respectively.
  • Page 127 8. Prepare the cabling. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). 9. Mount X6i 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 128 Rotate the assembly to select the site angle. -15° -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. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 129 Azimuth angle in horizontal orientation When X6i is mounted horizontally with PAN against a wall, an azimuth angle of +12°/-12° can be reached. Use a wedge or mount on a narrow wall to increase the azimuth angle, up to +45°/-45°.

  • Page 130: Ceiling-Mounting Or Truss-Mounting

    (p.138) (p.143) X6i ceiling-mounted horizontally site angle 0° to -35° 90° (downward-facing) X6i-HBAR (p.148) X6i-onCW (p.156) X6i truss-mounted or suspended by a threaded rod orientation site angle 18° to -19° 90° (downward-facing) Vertical VBAR (p.131) CEILING-PENDANT (p.161) 9° to -42°...

  • Page 131: Vertically

    Rigging procedures Vertically Ceiling-mounting or flying X6i 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 132 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the ceiling. Prerequisite Place X6i 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 133 3. Run the speaker cable through VBAR. 4. Prepare X6i cabling: a) Remove the connector sealing plate. b) Run the cable through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 134 Rigging procedures Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators. 5. Hold the connector sealing plate against the connector and secure X6i to VBAR. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. Make sure the assembly is stable. 5 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 135 Rigging procedures Flying X6i with VBAR About this task holes for cable passage ceiling-mounting X6i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with VBAR hole N angle 18° 13° 7° 1° -6° -12° -19° Procedure 1. Run the speaker cable through VBAR.
  • Page 136 2. Prepare X6i cabling: a) Remove the connector sealing plate. b) Run the cable through the connector sealing plate. c) Connect the cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). 3. Hold the connector plate and position X6i upright.
  • Page 137 Rigging procedures Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators. 5. Choose the pickup point and secure X6i to a truss clamp or a threaded rod (maximum Ø10 mm / 0.39 in) using nuts. Make sure the assembly is stable.
  • Page 138 Rigging procedures Ceiling-mounting X6i 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 139 In this procedure, TILTxx designates the fixed angle accessories TILT5, TILT15, and TILT40. Prerequisite Place X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the TILTxx safety screw is present and loosened. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 140 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 141 5. Secure TILTxx to X6i: 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 X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172).
  • Page 142 6. Mount X6i 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 143 Rigging procedures Ceiling-mounting X6i 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 144 (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 X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 145 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 146 Connect the speaker cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). d) Secure the TILT enclosure-mounting part and the connector sealing plate to X6i. Use the two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m Risk of crushing injury This step requires two operators.
  • Page 147 -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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 148: Horizontally

    Rigging procedures Horizontally Ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting X6i horizontally with X6i-HBAR Type of deployment ceiling-mounting or truss-mounting Rigging accessories X6i-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 149 X6i site angles when ceiling-mounted with X6i-HBAR holes N angle 1 + 2 0° 3 + 4 -15° 5 + 6 -35° Prerequisite Place X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 150 Rigging procedures Procedure Ceiling-mounting holes When ceiling-mounting with X6i-HBAR, use one pair of adjacent, coplanar holes depending on the chosen site angle. 1. Drill holes in the ceiling for X6i-HBAR. Ø 6 x 11 mm / 0.43 in 2. Secure X6i-HBAR to the ceiling.
  • Page 151 Rigging procedures 3. Remove the three placeholder screws in the middle of X6i. X6i-HBAR can be mounted on a horizontal X6i 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 152 Rigging procedures 5 N.m 6. Prepare X6i cabling. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 153 X6i site angles when flown or truss-mounted with X6i-HBAR hole N angle connector connector plate right plate left 9° 11° 1° -10° -19° -31° -39° -42° Prerequisite Place X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 154 Procedure Adjust the threaded rod lenght to avoid any collision with the enclosure. 1. Choose the pickup point and secure X6i-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 X6i.
  • Page 155 Do not fully tighten the screws. 3. Mount X6i on X6i-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 X6i (p.172). X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 156: Downward-Facing

    0.25 in with washers: 13.10 mm / 0.51 in SPCON cannot be used in this configuration. Screws and fasteners from X6i-onCW ×1 ×2 ×4 ×1 ×4 M6×35 Torx M6×20 Torx M6×10 spacer M6×3 spacer flat M6 washer X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 157 About this task For this configuration, the speaker cable must be run inside the wall or ceiling. Prerequisite Place X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. Make sure that the X6i-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 158 Connect the cable to the X6i terminal block. Refer to Cabling X6i (p.172). d) Secure the enclosure-mounting plate and the connector sealing plate to X6i. Use the two M6×20 Torx screws. 5 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 159 Rigging procedures 5. Secure the bottom silent block to X6i: a) Remove the placeholder screw at the bottom of X6i. b) Secure the silent block and the M6×3 spacer at the bottom of the enclosure. Use the M6×30 Torx screw.
  • Page 160 Rigging procedures 7. Tighten the safety screws on both sides and make sure the assembly is stable. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 161 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 X6i on its front face on a clean flat surface. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 162 2. Secure CEILING-PENDANT to X6i. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. 5 N.m 3. Fly X6i 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 X6i (p.172).

  • Page 163: Ground-Mounting

    ‒ Horizontal GROUND (p.163) GROUND35 (p.163) GROUND55 (p.163) Ground-mounting X6i 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 164 For GROUND55 (55° site angle): with the connector plate on the right. • For GROUND35 (35° site angle) and GROUND (0° site angle) : with the connector plate on the left. Procedure 1. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle of X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 165 2. Mount GROUNDxx on X6i. Use two M6×25 Torx screws. GROUND55 GROUND35 GROUND 3. Place X6i 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...
  • Page 166 GROUND55 GROUND35 5 N.m GROUND 5. Place X6i 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 167 Rigging procedures 27 mm / 1.1 in Ø 6.4 mm / 0.24 in GROUND X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 168: Pole-Mounting

    17 mm wrench Min. number of operators Assembly Procedure 1. Remove the two placeholder screws in the middle or at the bottom of X6i. When using SPCON, mount POLE at the bottom of X6i. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 169 Rigging procedures 2. Secure POLE to X6i 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 170: Connection To La Amplified Controllers

    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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 171: Cabling Schemes For X6I

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 172: Cabling X6I

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 173: Cabling

    Procedure 1. Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. 2. Insert the cable through the cable gland. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 174 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 175 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 176: Cabling With Spcon

    SPCON is not compatible with the following rigging accessories: • X6i-onCW • WALLx2 • PANx2 • GROUND55 • GROUND35 • GROUND Procedure 1. Remove the connector sealing plate (if present) or the placeholder screws. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 177 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 X6i. Use the two provided M6×25 Torx screws. 3 N.m X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 178 Connection to LA amplified controllers 4. Connect the speaker cable to SPCON. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 179: Corrective Maintenance

    D/R - Coaxial loudspeaker (p.185) • D/R - Diaphragm (p.188) 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 180: Exploded Views

    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 G03892 for reassembly. Grill Coaxial loudspeaker G03887 Diaphragm G03893 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 181: Disassembly And Reassembly Procedures

    D/R - Grill Tools • flat tool • torque screwdriver • T10 Torx bit G03887 - KR coaxial speaker (6.5" LF + 1" diaphragm HF ) X6i G03893 - KR diaphragm 1" X6i ×2 ×2 S100338 104788 M3×12 Torx spacer...
  • Page 182 3. Remove the M3×12 Torx screw and the spacer securing the grill. Use the T10 Torx bit. 4. Pull up the grill then slide it towards the side to remove it. Put the grill on a flat and clean surface. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 183 For safety reasons, always use the new screws and spare parts provided in the KR. The grill is reversible. Procedure 1. Position the grill. Align the hook on the side of the grill with the pivot stud. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 184 Corrective maintenance 2. Secure the grill using the M3×12 Torx screw and the spacer. Use the T10 Torx bit. 3. Close the grill. Press the sides of the grill to make sure it is locked. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 185: D/R - Coaxial Loudspeaker

    • torque screwdriver • 3 mm hex bit • trim clip removal pliers Repair kit G03887 KR coaxial speaker (6.5" LF + 1" diaphragm HF ) X6i ×1 ×4 ×4 18364 S100145 FT011061 6.5" coaxial speaker - 8 ohms M4×20 hex Push-rivet Ø7.5x17...
  • Page 186 Corrective maintenance 2. Remove the wadding. 3. Remove the four M4×20 hex screws securing the speaker. Use the 3 mm hex bit. 4. Carefully disconnect the cables before removing the speaker. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 187 Use the 3 mm hex bit. 3 N.m 3 mm 3. Position and secure the wadding using the rivets. Push the rivet by hand to secure it. What to do next Perform the Acoustical check (p.190) procedures. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 188: D/R - Diaphragm

    3. Place the HF driver on a flat surface. 4. Remove the four screws securing the cover and remove the cover. Use the PH2 Phillips bit. 5. Carefully remove the diaphragm holding it by the connectors. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 189 5. Secure the HF driver on the LF speaker with the two screws. Use the 3 mm hex bit. Set the torque to 1.35 N.m. 1.35 N.m 3 mm X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 190: Acoustical Check

    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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 191 (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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 192: Listening Test

    2. Visually inspect the diaphragm and the voice coil. If any damage is visible, replace the diaphragm. 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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 193 One or more enclosure produces a high-pitched, leaking air sound. Possible cause • Placeholder screws are missing. Procedure Visually inspect the screws on each side of the enclosures. Secure placeholder screws in the empty inserts. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 194: Specifications

    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. X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 195 Specifications X6i dimensions 187 mm / 7.4 in 170 mm / 6.7 in X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 196: X6I-Oncw

    Specifications X6i-onCW specifications Description On-wall or on-ceiling mounting accessory with silent blocks for X6i Weight (net) 0.7 kg / 1.5 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating X6i-onCW dimensions 105 mm / 4.1 in 20 mm / 0.79 in 4 x Ø 6.4 mm / 0.25 in 99 mm / 3.9 in...

  • Page 197: Wall

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 198: Pan

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 199 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 200 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 201: Tilt15

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 202 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 203 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 204: Tilt40

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 205: Ground Specifications

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 206 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 207 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 208: Tilt-Support

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 209 Weight (net) 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb Material steel with anti-corrosion coating X6i-HBAR dimensions 35 mm / 1.4 in 134 mm / 5.3 in 123 mm / 4.8 in Ø 11 mm / 0.43 in X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 210: Vbar

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 211 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...

  • Page 212: Pole

    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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 213 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 X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 214 Specifications for screws and anchors Specifications for screws and anchors Use the following information to choose compatible screws and anchors for mounting X6i 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 215: Recommendation For Speaker Cables

    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/ X6i owner's manual (EN) version 2.0...
  • Page 216 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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