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- Page 1 WET Series II Premium Quality All-Weather/All-Purpose Installation Loudspeakers EATHER NVIRONMENTAL ECHNOLOGY Operation and Installation Manual...
- Page 2 COMMUNITY PROFESSIONAL LOUDSPEAKERS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION Since the founding of our company in 1968, Community has been a constant developer and innovator of loudspeaker technology. Many of our engineering achievements were undertaken to solve problems, where no prior solutions existed. Others resulted from simply seeing a better way to do things. Over the years our technologies have been imitated, and our methods have become common practice throughout the professional sound industry.
- Page 3 REFERENCE TO 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
OMPACT ODELS WET II M ............................... 34 ARGE ANGE ODELS WET II S ................................35 UBWOOFER ODELS SUMMING THINGS UP ....................................36 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND SERVICE ............................36 Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 4... - Page 5 The latest version of this manual and the most recent product information published by Communtiy is always available at http://www.communitypro.com on the world wide web. The publication date can be found on the rear cover or last page. Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 5...
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Page 6: Introduction
WET is an acronym standing for Weather Environmental Technology, which describes one of the main design goals of this product line. WET Series II products are built using unique weather-resistant materials that can survive sustained exposure to harsh climatic conditions. In addition to weather-resistance, these materials also possess favorable acoustical properties. - Page 7 All WET II systems are available in standard black or white fiberglass finishes, with an enclosure-matching black or white stainless steel grille finished with Community’s proprietary dual-layer powder coating process. White WET II enclosures include matching white grilles, white bezels, white gland nuts, and white cable, making them perfect for cruise ships, clubs or residential applications.
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Page 8: Important Safety Information
We call these C-TIPS (short for COMMUNITY-TIPS). These tips originate from Community staff members as well as from installers and end users. We welcome any C- TIPS that you may want to share with us, and we’ll acknowledge you as the source if we print them in future user’s manuals. -
Page 9: Introduction To Weather-Resistant Loudspeakers
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 10: Important Note - Mounting/Rigging Provisions
WARNING: WET Series II rigging fittings are rated at a Working Load Limit of 150 lbs (68 kg) per point. No single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to a load that is greater than 150 lbs. Failure to heed... -
Page 11: Getting Acquainted
GETTING ACQUAINTED Physical Features Note: These drawings show the physical features of a W2-218 and a W2-312 enclosure. Other WET Series II enclosures may differ in size, shape, and number of mounting points. Figure 1 – Physical Features of a Typical Compact WET II Enclosure... -
Page 12: Figure 1 - Physical Features Of A Typical Large Wet Ii Enclosure
W2-312 and W2-112 that utilizes two metal plates in addition to a yoke bracket for added safety. NAMEPLATE Community logo. 150 lbs (68 kg) Working Load Limit / 15:1 Safety Factor Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 12... -
Page 13: General Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION WET Series II loudspeakers are designed for top-of-the-line installation work. Their premium components are housed in rugged, uniquely shaped curved enclosures that are acoustically inert. WET II systems are characterized by high power and low distortion, with exceptional musicality and speech intelligibility. -
Page 14: Connecting The Amplifier To The Loudspeaker
CONNECTING THE AMPLIFIER TO THE LOUDSPEAKER All WET Series II loudspeakers come with an attached input cable that is coated with an EPDM rubber jacket, twelve feet in length and colored to match the finish of the enclosure. The cable enters the enclosure through a waterproof gland nut. -
Page 15: Know Your Amplifier
#14 AWG 100’ 8 Ω -1.03 dB #14 AWG 200’ 8 Ω -1.95 dB #14 AWG 100’ 4 Ω -1.95 dB #14 AWG 200’ 4 Ω -3.55 dB Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 15... -
Page 16: 70V And 100V Operation
Using Power Taps A WET Series II loudspeaker equipped with an optional autoformer has four selectable power taps. These are set at 12.5W, 25W, 50W and 100W on the W2-218, and at 25W, 50W, 100W and 200W on the W2-228, the W2-2W8, and the W2-312 for 70V systems (note: for 100V systems the taps equal twice the numeric value stated above;... -
Page 17: Wiring Diagrams For 70V/100V Operation
Wiring Diagrams for 70V/100V Operation Figure 2 - Wiring Diagrams for W2-218T Figure 3 - Wiring Diagrams for W2-228T, W2-2W8T and W2-312-HT Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 17... -
Page 18: 70.7V And 100V Systems
Asia, most constant voltage systems use the 100V standard. A WET Series II loudspeaker equipped with an optional autoformer supports both the 70.7V and 100V standards. The same physical conductors are used for both voltage standards, but the power level of each tap is different, depending on whether the voltage is 70.7V or 100V. -
Page 19: Selecting Amplifiers
Resistors would in fact reduce the operating level, but would also consume valuable power from the amplifier, as well as produce unnecessary heat as a byproduct. Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 19... -
Page 20: Autoformers
Lastly, they can be manufactured to a greater level of precision than that of a transformer at a similar or lower cost. For these reasons, WET Series II loudspeakers have been designed to use autoformers rather than transformers, when equipped for 70.7V/100V constant voltage applications. -
Page 21: Installation Considerations
Installing with Yokes When attaching a yoke bracket to a WET Series II loudspeaker, always make sure to use the rubber washers (supplied). They are intended to be placed between the yoke and the loudspeaker enclosure. They provide a seal to inhibit the penetration of water into the enclosure, as well as increase the friction between the enclosure and the yoke assembly. -
Page 22: Rigging And Mounting Wet Series Ii Enclosures
Any modifications made to any parts or materials manufactured or supplied by Community shall immediately void all pledges of warranty or surety, related in any way to the safe use of those parts and materials. - Page 23 Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 23...
- Page 24 The fasteners that come with each Community rigging kit are load rated to a sufficient strength to be safe when used within their specified parameters. If replacement bolts are needed, or if additional bolts are required for mounting a bracket to a beam, wall, or ceiling etc., such bolts should be purchased from a reputable manufacturer with a minimum...
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Page 25: Wet Series Ii Mounting Yokes And Mounting Kits
WARNING: WET Series II loudspeaker rigging fittings are rated at a Working Load Limit of 150 lbs (68 kg) with a 15:1 safety margin. No single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to a load that is greater than 150 lbs. -
Page 26: Figure 5 - W2-218 Yoke Assembly
Figure 5 - W2-218 Yoke Assembly Figure 6 - W2-228 and W2-2W8 Yoke Dimensions Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 26... -
Page 27: Figure 7 - W2-228 And W2-2W8 Yoke Assembly
Figure 7 - W2-228 and W2-2W8 Yoke Assembly Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 27... -
Page 28: Ssy25Kit Mounting Kit For W2-112 And W2-312
WARNING: WET Series II loudspeaker rigging fittings are rated at a Working Load Limit of 150 lbs (68 kg) with a 15:1 safety margin. No single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to a load that is greater than 150 lbs. -
Page 29: Figure 9 - Ssy25Kit Assembly
SSY25KIT Adapter Plate Figure 9 - SSY25KIT Assembly Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 29... - Page 30 CAUTION: Installation of loudspeakers should only be performed by trained and qualified personnel. It is strongly recommended that a licensed and certified professional structural engineer approve the mounting design. Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 30...
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Page 31: Maintaining Weather Resistance
MAINTAINING WEATHER RESISTANCE There are several things that must be observed when installing a WET Series II loudspeaker in order to maintain its weather-resistant integrity for outdoor use. Always orient the loudspeaker so the mouth of the horn is, at a minimum, pointing at least 15 degrees downward. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Should you have a problem with your WET Series II loudspeaker(s), find the symptom and follow the associated “What To Do” instructions below. Be aware that a particular symptom may have several possible causes. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO... -
Page 33: Technical Specifications
W2-228W: white W2-2W8W: white W2-218T: black, 100W W2-228T: black, 200W W2-2W8T: black, 200W Autoformer autoformer autoformer W2-218WT - white, W2-228WT: white, 200W W2-2W8WT: white, 100W Autoformer Autoformer 200W autoformer Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 33... -
Page 34: Large Full-Range Wet Ii Models
W2-315-64HW: white, 60x40 200W autoformer W2-322L-64HW: white, W2-312-94HWT: white, 60x40 90x40, 200W autoformer W2-312-64H: black, 60x40 W2-312-64HW: white, 60x40 W2-312-64HT: black, 60x40, 200W autoformer W2-312-64HWT: white, 60x40, 200W autoformer Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 34... -
Page 35: Wet Ii Subwoofer Models
24.25 inches (616 mm) Weight 47.5 lbs (21.5 kg) 82 lbs (37.2 kg) 91 lbs (41.3 kg) Available Models W2-112: black W2-122: black W2-125: black W2-112W: white W2-122W: white W2-125W: white Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 35... -
Page 36: Summing Things Up
SUMMING THINGS UP WET Series II loudspeakers and accessories are intelligently designed to provide you with a wealth of solutions for common and not-so-common sound reinforcement problems. These great-looking and superb-sounding building blocks can be utilized in an enormous variety of ways. -
Page 37: Obtaining Warranty Service
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. - Page 38 Notes Community WET Series II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 38...
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