E SERIES
ENTASYS 200
VERSATILE TWO-WAY COLUMN POINT SOURCE SYSTEMS
Application Guide
Part 1: System Information
ENT-FRx2 SLS920 ENT220
ENTASYS 200 COLUMN LOUDSPEAKERS
introduction and overview
INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES
ENTASYS 200 column loudspeakers are innovative products oering entirely
new possibilities for solving dicult acoustical problems with ease, both
indoors and outdoors. Available in four sizes, the ENTASYS 200 models
have been expertly engineered to serve the wide range of applications
routinely encountered by professional sound contractors. Possessing
advanced features, highly-focused dispersion patterns, weather resistant
construction, and most importantly sonic excellence, ENTASYS 200 columns
make installations not only fast and simple, but as functionally eective as
possible.
The modern, unobtrusive appearance of ENTASYS 200 columns means they
will blend into virtually any room décor without calling undue attention to the
technology behind the sound. All models can be ordered in either mediumgloss black or medium-gloss white finishes. They may also be field-painted
to match a specific color scheme or room finishes.
Each ENTASYS 200 model includes an appropriately-sized mounting bracket,
a built-in 70V/100V autoformer for constant voltage applications, and an
integral safety rigging point. Accessories include a universal mounting kit
for use with third-party mounting brackets, and a stand adapter kit with
an attachable tripod-stand mount that serves double duty as a handle for
ENT206
portable usage.
QUICK PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The ENTASYS 200 family begins with two small column loudspeakers, the
ENT203 and ENT206. Powerful and unobtrusive, these models are intended
for use as foreground and background music, fill loudspeakers, ‘delay’ support
of larger systems, and as the primary PA in small environments.
The two larger models, the ENT212 and ENT220, are designed for use in medium
to medium-large spaces. Highly eective when used as the main system, they
can also be matched up with conventional point source loudspeakers, such
as the I SERIES and V SERIES models. Their very narrow vertical dispersion
precisely directs sound to specific room regions, thereby complementing the
inherently broader dispersion of trapezoidal full-range loudspeakers.
The ENTASYS 200 models provide a modern solution to the age old problem
of directing sound where it is needed - and nowhere else. By reducing room
reflections, musical clarity and speech intelligibility are greatly improved.
TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN
The ENTASYS 200 models are point source loudspeakers that use vertically
stacked low and high frequency drivers to create medium to high pattern
control. Like a line source, the length of each array has been carefully
engineered to behave like a point source and provide coherent sound across
a wide bandwidth. ENTASYS 200 was designed to combine low frequency
point source and high frequency line source technologies in an aesthetically
pleasing compact vertical form. Since they function as point sources, the
ENTASYS 200 models produce more dynamic range and more dB per watt
while utilizing far less power. Their frequency response does not appreciably
change with distance, so within the optimized coverage area all listeners
receive the same sound experience.
WHY COLUMN
LOUDSPEAKERS?
Because dierent jobs require
dierent tools, Community
oers a broad palette of
choices in the E SERIES family of
column loudspeakers. Column
loudspeakers oer unique
aesthetic and performance
alternatives to more traditional
loudspeaker options.
• ENTASYS FR (full range) and
ENTASYS LF (low frequency)
models oer true line source
performance in a scalable
fashion.
• ENTASYS 200 systems
(ENT 203, ENT206, ENT 212
and ENT 220) provide point
source performance in a
column format.
For more about the dierence
between ENTASYS FR/LF and
ENTASYS 200, refer to "Which
E SERIES System" later in this
guide.
ENTASYS 200 System Information – 2
ENTASYS 200 FACTS
installation and coverage pattern
MECHANICAL
INSTALLATION
ENTASYS 200 loudspeakers are easy
to install and aim, as a result of the
purpose-built mounting brackets
and hardware that are supplied
with every unit. Detailed installation
instructions are included in each
shipping carton, and are also
available on the Community
website (communitypro.com). The
contractor needs only to provide
appropriate fasteners to attach the
brackets to the wall surfaces.
A rigging safety point is integrated
into the top of each column, and a
separate safety bracket is supplied
for attachment to a wire rope safety
line.
Note: The safety line itself is NOT
supplied. Wire rope, shackles,
compression fittings, and a
compression tool can be purchased
at any major rigging hardware
supplier. All suspension components
must be overhead load rated.
Please refer to the ENTASYS 200
Installation/Operation Manual for
additional details and safe mounting
precautions. When installing any
suspended loudspeaker, the safety
and integrity of the mechanical
installation should always be the
highest priority!
Integrated loop
Integral rigging point on top of
ENTASYS 200 cabinet
EASE model of uniform coverage from two ENT220s in a typical gymnasium
ENTASYS 200 columns provide exceptional sonic quality and outstanding
speech intelligibility when deployed as part of a professionally designed
sound system. They oer tightly defined vertical directivity, while at the
same time a wide and uniform horizontal coverage pattern. When optimally
positioned and aimed, the narrow vertical dispersion keeps sonic energy away
from floors and ceilings, thereby increasing the useful operating distance and
reducing harmful room excitation. The wide horizontal pattern means that
fewer ENTASYS 200 columns - in many cases only a single pair - are often
enough to provide full and even coverage for a wide variety of applications,
even in fairly large rooms.
dSPEC Networked DSP Loudspeaker Controller
ENTASYS 200 column loudspeakers are single-amplified; this means they do not
require multiple amplifier channels as bi-amplified loudspeakers do. However,
equalization filters for system optimization and room compensation plus high
pass filters are still needed. For this task, Community‘s dSPEC Networked DSP
Loudspeaker Controller is the perfect partner to an ENTASYS 200 installation.
A dSPEC controller provides numerous capabilities that make it easy to ‘dial-in’
the desired sonic signature that best suits the installation requirements, while
‘dialing-out’ feedback, harmful room resonance, and other unwanted artifacts.
dSPEC provides intelligent driver protection, digital delay, and built-in presets
that immediately assign optimal factory DSP settings to the ENTASYS 200
columns (and other Community loudspeakers too), merely by selecting the
proper model from a menu. An extensive bank of user-adjustable filters, FIR
Acoustic Power Correction, plus a host of other features set dSPEC far apart
from generic DSP controllers. A single dSPEC, or multiple networked dSPECs,
may be used as the heart of a complex system design employing such features
as one-touch wall mount controllers to activate configuration presets; remote
volume level controls; instant changes to I/O routing; and much, much more.
Detailed specifications and features are available at communitypro.com.
SPL
Range
ACOUSTICAL COVERAGE PATTERNS
DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING
3 – ENTASYS 200 System Information
ENT203 panel B
ENTASYS 200 FACTS
constant voltage and subwoofers
CONSTANT-VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS
Whenever a distributed constant-voltage installation is required, ENTASYS
200 loudspeakers are well equipped to handle the task. Each model includes
a built-in 70V/100V autoformer, so there’s no need to purchase additional
components. Constant–voltage systems are recommended whenever the
distances between the amplifier and the loudspeakers are considerable.
A good rule of thumb is to use the built-in autoformer if the cable length
exceeds 100 feet, or if the lengths are shorter but the cable gauge is less than
AWG #16.
Because the autoformer is equipped with selectable power taps, multiple
ENTASYS 200 columns can be powered by a single amplifier channel, yet set to
dierent power levels as needed. This allows the installer to provide uniform
distribution of sound levels for maximally eective room coverage, without
needing an undue number of amplifier channels and ‘home-run’ cables.
Community’s proprietary autoformers function the same as conventional
70V/100V transformers, but with lower distortion, lower insertion loss, less
weight, and superior frequency response.
IMPEDANCE: 16 OHM
POWER: 75W RMS
NL4:
*NOTE:NL4 FOR 16 OHM
INPUT ONLY
2011
190W PGM
1+/- IN
2+/- N.C.
333East 5th Street, Chester,PA 19013 USA
ENT203
70V
100V
70V
100V
1.88W
3.75W
1.88W
3.75W
3.75W
7.5W
3.75W
7.5W
7.5W
15W
7.5W
15W
15W
30W
15W
30W
30W
N.C.
30W
N.C.
TRANSFORMER
INPUT
JUMPER (REMOVEFOR 16 OHM)
16 OHM INPUT
COMMON
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USING ENTASYS 200 COLUMNS WITH SUBWOOFERS
When high-impact, full-range musical reproduction is required, one or
more subwoofers should always be included in the design plan. Community
manufactures a wide range of subwoofers that are compatible with
ENTASYS 200 column loudspeakers. The specific type and number of
subwoofers will vary depending on the desired end results; dance clubs and
live music venues will require high power low frequency augmentation to
satisfy their clientele, while a small house of worship may need only subtle
low frequency enhancement.
Whenever subwoofers are utilized, an external signal-level crossover, either
analog or DSP based, must be included as part of the system design. The
crossover will divide the frequency spectrum between the ENTASYS 200 columns and the subwoofers, thereby allowing
the subwoofers to be amplified independently from the ENTASYS 200 columns. A Community dSPEC loudspeaker
controller is ideal for this task. Not only does dSPEC provide the required crossover for the subwoofers, but also factory
recommended operating parameters for each model of Community subwoofer and for each ENTASYS 200 model (refer
to the Digital Signal Processing section - page 3).
Note: A subwoofer should NEVER be connected directly to the same amplifier channel as an ENTASYS 200 column
loudspeaker. This is because all ENTASYS 200 columns require a high pass filter, while all subwoofers require a low
pass filter and a lower frequency high pass filter. The two cannot be powered by one amplifier channel at the same
time.
In addition to providing LF extension for an enhanced sonic experience, the use of one (or more) subwoofers removes
the demand to reproduce low frequencies from the ENTASYS 200 columns, thereby permitting greater power handling,
which in turn means substantially more output capability. For applications in which music reproduction or music
reinforcement is an important element, the use of subwoofers should be considered essential. It’s important to
place subwoofers in locations near the ENTASYS 200 (within 2.2ft [0.67m]) for coherent summation at the required
200 Hz crossover so that both sources sum acoustically and also to avoid the subwoofer from sounding directional
near crossover. To make this possible, Community oers compact subwoofers in the I SERIES and V SERIES lines. The
most applicable models are IS6-112, IS6-212, IS8-112, IS8-212, VLF208, VLF208LV, V2-210S, and the V2-212S. For high
output systems, consider one of the previous models for mid-bass (80 Hz to 200 Hz) plus large I SERIES or V SERIES
subwoofers to operate below 80 Hz.
ENTASYS 200 System Information – 4
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
amplifiers, connections, environment, and filters
SELECTING AMPLIFIER SIZE
ENT203 ENT206 ENT212 ENT220
Continuous Ratings (in watts) 75W cont. 150W cont. 325W cont. 500W cont.
Program Ratings (in watts) 190W PGM 375W PGM 800W PGM 1250W PGM
Note: When multiple ENTASYS 200 column loudspeakers are to be powered by a single amplifier channel, amplifier output ratings
should be scaled upward appropriately. Please refer to the ENTASYS 200 Installation/Operation Manual for additional details.
INPUT CONNECTORS
All ENTASYS 200 models provide
an industry-standard NL4-type
locking connector and a screw-type
barrier strip for connections to the
amplifier. Inputs are located on the
bottom of each model.
A bottom cover panel is provided to
seal the connector area from water
and foreign substances when using
the barrier strip terminals (Note: The
cover cannot be installed when an
NL4-type connector is mated). The
cover plate enhances the weatherresistant properties of the enclosure
and is equipped with a knock-out
that fits 1/2-inch conduit, as well
as appropriately sized grommets
and gland-nuts for accommodating
large diameter cable. Please refer
to the ENTASYS 200 Installation/
Operation Manual for detailed
information.
USING ENTASYS 200
OUTDOORS
When using ENTASYS 200
loudspeakers outdoors, we
strongly recommend connecting
the amplifier to the barrier strip
input terminals and securing
the bottom cover panel. The
NL4-type input connector may be
used for short-term connections
outdoors, but is not recommended
for long-term outdoor usage.
Please refer to the ENTASYS 200
Installation / Operation Manual
for diagrams and additional
information about connections
to ENTASYS 200 products, and for
other guidelines that will make an
outdoor installation as durable
and long lasting as possible.
REQUIRED
HIGH PASS FILTER
The use of an external, active
high pass filter that is ‘in-circuit’
upstream of the power amplifier(s)
that drive ENTASYS 200
loudspeakers is always required.
The high pass filter will help to
protect the woofers from damage
due to excessive low frequency
excursion. It will also avoid wasting
amplifier power by not attempting
to reproduce frequencies that are
below the loudspeakers’ intended
operating range. Recommended
filter frequencies and filter slopes
for each ENTASYS 200 model are
available in the ENTASYS 200
Installation/Operation Manual.
5 – ENTASYS 200 System Information
WHICH E SERIES SYSTEM?
coverage and other considerations
COMMUNITY'S
TAG TEAM
We are here to help you!
Please contact Community’s
Technical Applications Group
(TAG) for any technical support
that you may need. The TAG
team can help select the best
product for each application
and assist in system design,
loudspeaker layout, acoustic
simulation analysis, and
information needed for system
commissioning.
Our TAG team can be reached
by phone at 610-876-3400 /
800-523-4934, or by email at:
TAGTEAM@communitypro.com.
WHEN TO USE ENTASYS FR
A line source/line array system is exceptionally well-suited for use in
reverberant spaces because of its high degree of pattern control of where
it is imperative that sound must be directed to the audience areas only,
and not bounce o other strongly reflective room surfaces. Line arrays
are often the “first-choice” for maximizing speech intelligibility, especially
in dicult acoustical environments. The same properties that support
speech intelligibility also support musicality, particularly in providing clear
instrumental tones, well defined attack and decay times, and accurate
musical timbre. Consequently, the ENTASYS FR three-way column may be
the best choice when both speech and accurate reproduction of acoustic and
orchestral instruments are desired. The rich sound, added directivity, and
tight pattern control make a column-style line array like the ENTASYS FR the
premium option for jazz, folk, and classical performance venues.
Relative to the upper mid and high frequencies, listeners further from a single
ENTASYS FR array may notice a lower frequency range drop o. This can be
solved by extending the height of the column array with additional FR or LF
modules. Taller arrays demonstrate more spectral balance between bass,
mid, and high frequencies when compared to shorter arrays. ENTASYS FR will
provide a richer wide spectrum experience with less noticeable decrease in
frequencies when the configuration is optimized to provide even coverage
for the entire audience. Sometimes to accomplish this, the array must be
both trimmed relatively high and consist of multiple stacked loudspeakers
(ENTASYS FR and LF modules). This can also reduce the number of fill
loudspeakers needed to cover the audience.
WHEN TO USE ENTASYS 200
The ENTASYS 200 models solve acoustical challenges and oer aordable solutions. The four models meet coverage
expectations; from music reinforcement in small spaces, to music and voice intelligibility in meeting halls or houses
of worship, to defined audience coverage in mid to large size theaters and auditoriums. Refer to the ENTASYS 200
Application Guide Part 2 - Case Studies publication for a small representation of the applications that ENTASYS 200 is
best suited for.
• When the ceiling height is minimal in relation to the depth of the room, it may not be possible to position a
multi-stacked line array, or a point source system suciently high enough at the front of the room to provide
consistent coverage from the front to the rear, and will require additional numbers of point source loudspeakers
further back in the room. Instead, positioning an ENTASYS 200 system at the front of the room provides high
pattern control and achieves more consistent SPL levels from the front to the rear of the room. This also reduces
the number of fill loudspeakers necessary to provide full coverage of the audience area.
• When there are side seating or narrow balcony areas that need consistent sound, the smaller models (ENT203,
ENT206) provide similarly voiced fill in combination with the larger model coverage of the main audience area.
• When budgetary constraints preclude the higher priced three-way system, an ENTASYS 200 system provides a
cost-eective rich-sounding full-range alternative.
The ENTASYS 200 models are a versatile and ideal solution for challenging acoustical environments, providing coverage
only where needed, especially in moderately high reverberant venues. If it isn't feasible to have a tall multi-column
array(s) to cover the audience area, or a small loudspeaker is needed to cover a particularly challenging space, the
best option is ENTASYS 200. The ENTASYS 200 columns share coverage characteristics very similar to typical two-way
loudspeakers. They are designed to provide an aordable alternative with refined pattern control and consistent
sound throughout the coverage area.
ENTASYS 200 System Information – 6
WHICH E SERIES SYSTEM?
comparisons
ENTASYS FR/LF
• Maximum power density for size higher output levels
• Greater degree of beam focusing
(especially good for reverberant
spaces)
• Wider range of module
configurations and LF extension
possibilities
• Premium modular column choice
for demanding applications and
dicult acoustics
• Indoor/outdoor operation
EN T-LF
EN T-FR
HORIZONTAL COVERAGE
ENTASYS 200: 140° horizontal coverage
ENT206
ENT203
18' (5.5m)
ENTASYS 200
• Two-way column format at a
lower price point
• Mounting brackets included
• Built-in autoformer for 70V and
100V operation
• Fast and simple to install, easy
to commission
• Better low frequency extension
than ENTASYS FR
• Durable, can be installed indoor
and outdoor
E NT 203
ENT2 06
ENT2 12
ENT220
ENT220
ENT212
28' (8.5m)
41' (12.5m)
50' (15.2m)
(1) ENT-FR
60' (18.3m)
Coverage Distance @ 96 dBA
(not to scale)
(2) ENT-FR
100' (30m)
120° horizontal coverage
7 – ENTASYS 200 System Information
Community Professional Loudspeakers
333 East Fifth Street, Chester, PA 19013-4511 USA
Phone (610) 876-3400 • Fax (610) 874-0190
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