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- Page 1 VLF Series Versatile Low Frequency Systems Models: VLF208B / VLF208W VLF212BI / VLF212WI VLF212BP Operation Manual...
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Page 2: Ec Statement Of Conformity
EC STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY This document confirms that the range of products of Community Professional Loudspeakers bearing the CE label meet all of the requirements in the EMC directive 89/336/EEC laid down by the Member States Council for adjustment of legal requirements. Furthermore, the products comply with the rules and regulations referring to the electromagnetic compatibility of devices from 30-August-1995. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Graph Depicting Response of High-Pass/Flat Switch VLF212P Input Panel Single amp Connections VLF-Y208 Mounting Yoke VLF-SAB Steered Array Bracket with VLF208 VLF-SAB Steered Array Bracket with VLF212 VLF208 Dimensions VLF212I Dimensions VLF212P Dimensions Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 3... -
Page 4: Introduction
VLF SERIES OPERATION MANUAL INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting Community’s Versatile Low Frequency (VLF) Series. VLF is a series of powerful and innovative new low frequency subwoofers that feature a compact, low-profile design ideal for theaters, restaurants, auditoria, houses of worship, schools and other venues, fitting into areas where larger subwoofers are impractical. -
Page 5: Unpacking And Inspection
Make sure to save the carton and the packing material, as most claims will be denied if these materials are not retained. Your Community dealer and the factory will try to help in any way they can, but it is the responsibility of the party receiving the shipment to file the damage claim. - Page 6 RECESSED FOOT-MOUNTING LOCATIONS (4) FOR WHEN THE VLF208 IS USED VERTICALLY Figure 2: Physical Features of a VLF212I Figure 3: Physical Features of a VLF212P 8 MOUNTING POINTS (4 ON EACH SIDE) Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 6...
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Page 7: Vlf Specifications
Net Weight 40.7 lbs / 18.5 kg 85.3 lbs / 38.7 kg 85.3 lbs / 38.7 kg Due to ongoing development, specifications are subject to change without notice. VLF208 VLF212P VLF212I Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 7... -
Page 8: Electronic Controller Options
10 Hz Resolution, 1/8 octave smoothing 1,000 Frequency in Hertz Figure 5: VLF208 Frequency Response Processed: 10 Hz Resolution, 1/8 octave smoothing 1,000 Frequency in Hertz Figure 6: VLF208 DSP Response Frequency: Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 8... -
Page 9: Recommended Dsp Settings For The Vlf212
Figure 7: VLF212 Frequency Response Unprocessed (Raw Data): 10 Hz Resolution, 1/8 octave 1,000 Frequency in Hertz Figure 8: VLF212 Frequency Response Processed: 10 Hz Resolution, 1/8 octave 1,000 Frequency in Hertz Figure 9: VLF212 DSP Response Frequency: Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 9... -
Page 10: Dyna-Tech Tm Subwoofer Protection System
Because the first stage of Community’s DYNA-TECH circuit is not thermally sensitive, it reacts nearly instantaneously to protect against an excessive increase in level. Moreover, the protection disengages almost immediately when the drive level to the system is reduced;... -
Page 11: High-Pass Filters
NL4 type locking connector, and the other is a terminal strip. These two connectors are wired in parallel with each other, on all models. Figure 10: VLF208 Input Panel The loudspeaker is intended to be connected directly to the amplifier. Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 11... - Page 12 The result will be less acoustic power output than if only one loudspeaker were used by itself. Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 12...
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Page 13: Selectable High-Pass Outputs: Vlf212P
50% by the subwoofer’s internal crossover circuit, thereby protecting the amplifier from premature clipping and potential failure. Figure 12: Graph Depicting Response of HIGH-PASS / FLAT Switch (Note: upper line depicts HIGH-PASS; lower line depicts FLAT) HIGH-PASS position FLAT position Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 13... - Page 14 Bi-amping provides the benefit of reducing the overall power demand on each amplifier channel while reducing intermodulation distortion. Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 14...
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Page 15: Connecting The Amplifier To The Loudspeaker: Vlf212P
Either the NL4 or the ¼" jack on the right side of the input panel may be used as hi-pass outputs to drive one or more full-range loudspeakers. These hi-pass outputs exhibit the response that is discussed in the section of this manual entitled “SELECTABLE HIGH-PASS OUTPUTS: VLF212P.” Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 15... -
Page 16: Wiring Neutrik Type Connectors
Only then should the loudspeaker be operated at normal output levels. The VLF208 and VLF212I have one (1) NL4-compatible locking connector. The VLF212P has two (2) NL4- compatible locking connectors. Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 16... -
Page 17: Rigging / Suspension And Safety
Community’s installation guidelines contained herein. Beyond this, Community assumes no further or extended responsibility or liability, in any way or by any means whatsoever. It is the responsibility of the installer to insure that safe installation... -
Page 18: Vlf Mounting Brackets And Accessories
The VLF Steered Array Bracket enables the construction of cardioid bass arrays, steered bass arrays, or vertical bass columns of VLF212 and VLF208 subwoofers, or combinations of both. Designated the VLF- SAB, it is intended for use only with Community’s VLF212 and VLF208 subwoofer systems, which share a common width of 21.75 inches. -
Page 19: Dimensional Drawings
PORT POINTS 8.250" [209.55] FOOT RECESS 4.465" [113.42] 4.465" [113.42] RIGHT LEFT SIDE SIDE BOTTOM LEFT SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW RIGHT SIDE VIEW FEET RIGHT SIDE BOTTOM VIEW REAR VIEW BOTTOM Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 19... - Page 20 FACE 2.209" [56.1] 2.209" [56.1] 2.250" [57.15] (6 ) M10 HANG POINTS 20.000" [508] 10.299" [261.6] SPEAKER ACCESS 2.250" [57.15] PANEL FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW SIDE VIEW FACE FEET BOTTOM VIEW Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 20...
- Page 21 10.000" [254] FACE TOP VIEW 2.209" [56.1] 2.209" [56.1] 2.250" [57.15] (4) M10 HANG POINTS 20.000" [508] SPEAKER ACCESS 2.250" [57.15] PANEL BACK VIEW SIDES FRONT VIEW FACE FEET BOTTOM VIEW Community VLF Series – Operation Manual - Page 21...
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Page 22: Warranty Information And Service
Starting from the date of retail purchase, as noted on the sales receipt from an authorized Community dealer, Starting from the date of manufacture, determined by the serial number, if the sales receipt is not available. - Page 23 This Community warranty is not extended by the length of time which an owner is deprived of the use of the product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this warranty shall carry only the remaining portion of the warranty.
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