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  • Page 2 It is compulsory to read this manual before using the Point Series system. Supervision and competency are the responsibility of the system owners and operators. All welded intersections, joints and rigging hardware must be inspected regularly. Operators must not assume rigging has been inspected prior to use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Intrduction and Product Details 1.0 Introduction - p. 4 1.1 Design Considerations - p.5 1.2 The Point Series Range - p.7 - 8 1.3 Product & Technical Specifications - p.9-13 1.4 Rigging Options Table - p.14 1.5 Part Numbers - p.15- 16 Section 2.0...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Point Series range of loudspeakers in all their available configurations. We will cover each box in the Point Series range and take a look at the technology involved that makes the Point Series range one of the best sounding installation speakers ranges available today.

  • Page 5: Design Considerations

    Neodymium magnets and you have superior power handling, greater output power and consistently stable low end, all while keeping weight to a minimum. The low frequency driver baskets in the Point Series utilize enlarged heat sinks and thermal fins to draw heat away from the coil, lowering it’s operating temperature and minimizing thermal compression.
  • Page 6 This is especially true in many heritage buildings. That is why Adamson offers the Point Series in the entire range of Pantone Color Systems, giving designers and contractors 1114 different color options to perfectly match the speaker and SLR™...

  • Page 7: The Point Series Range

    The Point Series Range The Point 15 he Point 15 is the largest 2 way cabinet in the Point Series range. The Point 15’s frequency range (+/-3dB) is 55Hz -18kHz (full range) or 90Hz -18kHz (with xover preset). Common uses are live bands, DJs or high level program material.
  • Page 8 The Point Series Range The Point 115 Sub The Point 115 is the smaller of the two original subs in the Point Series range. It features a frequency range (+/-3dB) of 50Hz- 200Hz (full range) or 50Hz-135Hz (with xover preset). The Point 115 Sub can be used to complement the entire 2-way Point Series range.

  • Page 9: Technical Specifications

    Weight (Kg) 23.6 lbs (10.7) SLR™sockets placed on 4 sides of the enclosure, availble for use Weight (Kg) with Crossover 27.6 lbs (12.5) with all Point series rigging methods offered. Many of the SLR™ Box Shape Anisometric Hexagon rigging parts feature a ‘Quick-lock™’ mechanism for a one-step...
  • Page 10 All cabinets use discreet SLR™sockets placed on 4 sides of Height Front (cm) 25.1/4” (64.2) the enclosure, available for use with all Point series rigging methods Width (cm) 13.6/8” (35.3) offered. The Point 12’s can be hung side by side using the SLR™...
  • Page 11 All cabinets use discreet SLR™sockets placed on 4 sides of Height Front (cm) 28.5/8” (72.6) the enclosure, available for use with all Point series rigging methods Width (cm) 17.3/4” (45.1) offered. The Point 12’s can be hung side by side using the SLR™...
  • Page 12 2 x Point 115 Sub. Mid-Bass driver (6Ω) Power Handling (AES / Program / Peak) *please refer to the Point Series user manual for details on all LF 500 /1000 /2000 SLR™ rigging systems and parts. Connection 2 x Neutrik Speakon™ NL4...
  • Page 13 Polemount Base™ for Point Subs Protective grille 18 Gauge Steel & foam Cabinet Construction Rugged 11 ply 5/8” Baltic Birch *please refer to the Point Series user manual for details on all Options 1,114 Pantone colours SLR™ rigging systems and parts. TECHNICAL DATA...
  • Page 14 SLR™ Polemount Components: Polemount Base for Quick-Lock™ Vert. & Hor. Brackets (Hor. only) Polemount Base for Point Subs SLR™ C-Clamp Components: Quick-Lock™ 360° Articulator™ Fixed Base™ SLR™ Monitor Stand Components: Wedger™ adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 14 of 40...

  • Page 15: Part Numbers

    Part Numbers Point Series & Side Lock Revolver™ Rigging Accessories PRODUCT PART NUMBER Point 8-A 900091 Active, ND8 LF & 1” exit HF Point 8-P 900092 Passive, ND8 LF & 1” exit HF Point 12-A 900093 Active, ND12 LF & 1.4” exit HF...
  • Page 16 A Stand/Handle Combo for supporting a Point 12 enclosure as a wedge with 2 fixed angles: 40° & 55° of elevation. SLR™ Wedger -15 920127 A Stand/Handle Combo for supporting a Point 12 enclosure as a wedge with 2 fixed angles: 40° & 55° of elevation. adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 16 of 40...

  • Page 17: Rotatable Waveguide

    Active/Passive Operation To give the contractor flexibility when it comes to pricing, all Point Series (with the exception of the Point 215 Sub) loudspeakers are available in active or passive operation. Used actively, the Point 8,12 & 15 each require 2x amplifier channels and receive a low and a high signal, crossed over with the Point Controller digital signal processor.

  • Page 18: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams Point 8 Active Point 8 Passive adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 18 of 40...
  • Page 19 Wiring Diagrams Point 12 Active Point 12 Passive adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 19 of 40...
  • Page 20 Wiring Diagrams Point 15 Active Point 15 Passive adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 20 of 40...
  • Page 21 Wiring Diagrams Point 115 Sub Active Point 215 Sub Active adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 21 of 40...
  • Page 22 Wiring Diagrams Point 115 Sub Passive (with Point 8 output) Point 8 Point 115 Sub adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 22 of 40...

  • Page 23: Slr™ Socket

    The SLR™ (Side Lock Revolver) Socket is the main attachment point* for all of the brackets in the Point Series SLR™ (Side Lock Revolver) rigging system. Each box** in the Point Series has SLR™ Sockets on both sides and top and bottom.

  • Page 24: Omni Mount Threads

    Parts and Terminology 5/16-18” Omni Mount Threads Each* Point Series cabinet contains 5/16-18” Omni Mount threads. The Point 8 contains 40 Series Omni Mount Threads and the Point 12, 15 & 115 Sub contain 60 Series Omni Mount Threads**. 5/16-18” Omni mount threads are filled with according flat head Screws, These screws can be used with the optional SLR Wedger.

  • Page 25: Slr™ Wedger - 8, - 12

    (Part # 8 - 920125, 12 - 920126, 15 - 920127) The Point 8 SLR™ Wedger is a stand only. Pictured Point 8 SLR™ Wedger is unpainted, but displays the accurate hole sizes for use with built-in flat head screws. adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 25 of 40...
  • Page 26 These custom order Pronged manually adfjustable knobs can be used with SLR™ Vertical, Horizontal, Butterfly and Underhang Kits, in place of the standard Phillips head screws included. (Part # 920107) Look may vary from pictured knobs adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 26 of 40...

  • Page 27: Slr™ Quick-Lock™ Vertical Bracket

    Parts and Terminology SLR™ Quick-Lock™ Vertical Bracket The Quick-Lock™ Vertical Bracket attaches to all Point Series via the SLR™ Sockets on the sides of the cabinet. The Quick-Lock™Vertical Bracket allows the cabinet to then be rotated in the vertical plane and locked into place via the screw threads in the SLR™Socket. It can then be attached to either a C-Clamp Accesory or custom bracket via the bolt holes on the top of the bracket.

  • Page 28: Slr™ Quick-Lock™ Horizontal Bracket

    Parts and Terminology SLR™ Quick-Lock™ Horizontal Bracket The Quick-Lock™ Horizontal Bracket attaches to all Point Series via the top and bottom SLR™ Sockets. The Quick-Lock™Horizontal Bracket allows the cabinet to then be rotated in the vertical plane while hung horizontally but allows rotation in the horizontal plane when hung vertically.

  • Page 29: Slr™ Quick-Lock™ Butterfly Bracket

    Parts and Terminology SLR™ Quick-Lock™ Butterfly Bracket The Quick-Lock Butterfly Bracket is used to attach 2 x Point Series cabinets in a horizontal array. The Quick-Lock™ Butterfly Bracket is designed to fly vertically but can be tilted in the vertical plane.

  • Page 30: Slr™ Quick-Lock™ Articulator

    A Point 8 Horizontal Bracket can be underhung beneath a Point 15 Butterfly Bracket. The angle is set by inserting a push pin into one of 8 holes each representing a different vertical angle. (Part # 920097) adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 30 of 40...
  • Page 31 Parts and Terminology SLR™ Sight Mount The standard Sight Mount attaches directly to any Point Series cabinet via the screw threads mounted in the SLR Socket adapter. Each different hole on the SIght Mount offers a different vertical aiming angle.
  • Page 32 SLR™ Pole Mount Base for Quick-Lock™ Brackets The Pole Mount Base for Quick-Lock™ Brackets can be fitted to any of the Point Series Horizontal or Vertical Brackets (except the Point 8 Vertical) for use with any standard speaker stand or pole.
  • Page 33 SLR™ Quick-Lock™ 360° Articulator SLR™ C-Clamp Accessories The Quick-Lock™ 360˚ Articulator allows any Point Series cabinet to be mount to a standard C-Clamp and then rotated a full 360˚ in the horizontal plane. It uses a push pin to lock in the desired horizontal angle to ensure no movement over time.
  • Page 34 The Point 15 to Point 8 Adapters attaches via the SLR™ Sockets on both the Point 15 and the Point 8 and are held in place via the screw threads in the SLR™ Socket. (Part # 920098) adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 34 of 40...
  • Page 35 SLR™ Polemount Socket for Subs SLR™ QL Articulator SLR™ 360° Articulator SLR™ Fixed Base for C-Clamp Point 215 Sub Polemount SLR™ Wedger -8,-12, -15 Included in cabinet construction (placed in built-in omnimount threads) adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 35 of 40...
  • Page 36 3.13 Rigging in Pictures 2 Point Series Cabinets Side by Side You’ll Need: 1 x SLR™ Butterly Bracket (with Screws or manually adjustable knobs) 1 x SLR™ Super Sight Mount adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 36 of 40...
  • Page 37 3.13 Rigging in Pictures Point Series 8 Cabinet under a Point 115 Sub or a Point 15 You’ll Need: 1 set (left and right) x SLR™ Underhang Kit 1 x SLR™ Regular or Extended Sight Mount adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 37 of 40...
  • Page 38 3.13 Rigging in Pictures 2 Point Series cabinets hung vertically one under another You’ll Need: 2 x SLR™ Horizontal Bracket 1 x SLR™ Articulator 1 x SLR™ Super Sight Mount adamsonsystems.com Point Series User Manual Page 38 of 40...
  • Page 39 All speaker connections in Point Series range utilize standard Speakon™ NL4 connectors. The minimum recommended cable gauge is 13 AWG or 2.5mm2 though for longer runs or when running amplifiers at low impedences- a thicker wire gauge is recommended. All Point Series cabinets feature a recessed rear-panel.

This manual is also suitable for:

Point 8Point 12Point 15Point 115 subPoint 215 sub

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