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- Page 1 W SERIES Premium Quality All-Weather/All-Purpose Installation Loudspeakers Weather Environmental Technology 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.
- 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
Compact WET II Models ................................33 Large Full-Range WET II Models .............................. 34 WET II Subwoofer Models ................................35 SUMMING THINGS UP ..................................... 36 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND SERVICE ............................36 Community WET II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 4... - Page 5 TABLE OF FIGURES PAGE FIGURE 1 - PHYSICAL FEATURES OF A TYPICAL LARGE WET II ENCLOSURE FIGURE 2 - WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR W2-218T FIGURE 3 - WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR W2-228T, W2-2W8T AND W2-312-HT FIGURE 4 - W2-218 YOKE DIMENSIONS FIGURE 5 - W2-218 YOKE ASSEMBLY...
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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 II products are built using unique weather-resistant materials that can survive sustained exposure to harsh climatic conditions. - Page 7 WET II products offer a wide range of power levels, frequency response capability, and directional pattern control. The WET II product line consists of a basic complement of six sizes of loudspeaker enclosures with multiple dispersion patterns available in three of the size formats. The models in this range include: ...
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Page 8: Important Safety Information
The terms CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER are used throughout this manual to alert the reader to important safety considerations. If you have any questions or do not understand the meaning of these terms, do not proceed with installation. Contact your local dealer, distributor, or call Community directly for assistance. These terms are defined below: CAUTION: describes an operating condition or user action that may expose the equipment or user to potential damage or danger. -
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 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 this... -
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 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
Figure 1 - Physical Features of a Typical Large WET II Enclosure FEATURE DESCRIPTION MOUNTING/RIGGING ½”-13 captive zinc plated inserts with ½”-13 x 2” stainless steel bolts and lock, flat and rubber washers. Used for attaching the yoke mounting brackets or POINTS customer-supplied mounting system. -
Page 13: General Description
The WET II line comprises six form-factors, three of which may be ordered with a choice of horn patterns. The four smaller models may be ordered with an internal 70V/100V autoformer for constant voltage applications, and all models are available in either a black or white finish. -
Page 14: Connecting The Amplifier To The Loudspeaker
CONNECTING THE AMPLIFIER TO THE LOUDSPEAKER All WET 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
-2.39 dB #14 AWG 100’ 8 Ω -1.03 dB 200’ 8 Ω -1.95 dB #14 AWG 100’ 4 Ω -1.95 dB #14 AWG 200’ 4 Ω -3.55 dB #14 AWG Community WET II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 15... -
Page 16: 70V And 100V Operation
Using Power Taps A WET 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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 17... -
Page 18: 70.7V And 100V Systems
In Europe and Asia, most constant voltage systems use the 100V standard. A WET 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
A second important reason for constant voltage systems is that the use of a step-down transformer at each loudspeaker (or in the case of WET II products… a step-down autoformer) permits the installer to choose among several power taps at each individual loudspeaker location. This lets the installer adjust each loudspeaker’s level in relation to the other loudspeakers, even though multiple loudspeakers are driven by... -
Page 20: Autoformers
70.7V/100V constant voltage applications. WET II APPLICATIONS WET II loudspeakers can be used in many different ways to fulfill numerous application requirements. The most obvious are related to outdoor environments and/or harsh climatic conditions. Some of these include: ... -
Page 21: Installation Considerations
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Installing WET II loudspeakers is simple and straightforward. In most cases they will simply be affixed to a wall or ceiling surface by means of the stainless steel yoke-style mounting bracket that accompanies the four smaller models, and is available as an optional accessory to the larger models. Always pay close attention to the type of fasteners used, the nature of the mounting surface(s), and the suitability of the mounting method. -
Page 22: Rigging And Mounting Wet Ii Enclosures
One of the most important tasks the installer faces is the rigging and mounting of the loudspeaker system. WET II loudspeakers have been designed with rigging and mounting in mind; thus, there are numerous ways to safely and easily install these loudspeakers in optimal locations in a venue. - Page 23 Community WET 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...
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Page 25: Wet Ii Mounting Yokes And Mounting Kits
WARNING: WET 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 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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 27... -
Page 28: Ssy25Kit Mounting Kit For W2-112 And W2-312
WARNING: WET 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 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 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 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 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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 33... -
Page 34: Large Full-Range Wet Ii Models
200W autoformer W2-322L-64HW: white, W2-315-64HW: white, W2-312-94HWT: white, 60x40 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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 34... -
Page 35: Wet Ii Subwoofer Models
24.25 inches (616 mm) Depth 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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 35... -
Page 36: Summing Things Up
WET II system will provide years of quality service. If questions or special needs arise at any time, the folks at Community will be happy to offer experienced technical advice to assist you. -
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 II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 38...
- Page 39 Notes Community WET II - Operation and Installation Manual - Page 39...
- Page 40 Community Professional Loudspeakers 333 East Fifth Street, Chester, PA 19013-4511 USA Phone: (610) 876-3400 | Fax: (610) 874-0190 www.communitypro.com © 2015 All Rights Reserved #110089 17MAR2015...
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