Community BalancePoint I Series, BalancePoint VSB-SBR54, I SERIES, HSB3-BFR22 Instructions Manual

I SERIES

BalancePoint™ Flyware

For Point Source and
Subwoofer loudspeakers
models IP8, IP6, IS8, and IS6

VSB-SBR54

Dual Vertical Splay with Extension Kit for 2-way Models

The BalancePoint™ Flyware Accessory Guide (a complete set of instructions for all
of the BalancePoint™ Flyware Kits) is available on the Community website.

Community Professional Loudspeakers

333 East Fifth Street, Chester, PA 19013-4511 USA
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
communitypro.com • [e-mail]

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Always follow these basic safety precautions when using or installing I SERIES loudspeakers and
accessories:

• Read these instructions prior to assembly.

• Keep these instructions for reference.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions, particularly those pertaining to rigging, mounting, hanging and electrical
connections.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,light fixtures, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Only use attachments and accessories that are specified and approved by the manufacturer.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The terms CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER may be used in 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 as:

CAUTION: describes an operating condition or user action that may expose the
equipment or user to potential damage or danger.

WARNING: describes an operating condition or user action that will likely cause damage
to the equipment or injury to the user or to others in the vicinity.

DANGER: describes an operating condition or user action that will immediately damage
the equipment and/or be extremely dangerous or life threatening to the user or to others
in the vicinity.

These installation instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to do so.

UNPACKING / INSPECTION

Community I SERIES loudspeakers are
engineered and manufactured to be rugged
and they are carefully packed in sturdy cartons.
However, it is recommended to thoroughly
inspect each unit after it has been removed from
the packaging, as damage could occur during
shipping.

Please note that once the shipment has left
your dealer or the Community factory, the
responsibility for damage is always borne by
the freight company. If damage has occurred
during shipping, you must file a claim directly
with the freight company. It’s very important to
contact the freight company as soon as possible
after receiving your shipment, as most freight
companies have a short time limit within which
they will investigate claims. 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.

It is always a good idea to retain the carton and
packing materials, if possible, in the event that
the unit may need to be returned to your dealer
or distributor for repair in the future.

CAUTION: Installation of
I SERIES 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. Severe
injury and/or loss of life may occur if
this product is improperly installed.

RIGGING SAFETY / IMPORTANT NOTES

There are three primary areas of responsibility
for rigging loudspeakers. The first is the
building structure. Always consult with the
building architect or structural engineer to
assure the ability of the structure to support
the loudspeaker system. The second area
of responsibility is the loudspeaker itself.
Community certifies its loudspeaker systems
and rigging accessories for suspension
when they are properly installed according
to our published guidelines. The third area
of responsibility is everything between the
loudspeaker and the building structure and the
actual process of installation. The installing
contractor assumes this responsibility.
Loudspeaker rigging should be performed only
by certified rigging professionals using certified
rigging hardware chosen for the specific
application. Prior to installation, the contractor
should present a rigging plan, with drawing
and detailed parts list, to a licensed structural
engineer (P.E.) or architect for written approval.

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IMPORTANT: I SERIES loudspeakers are designed and intended to be mounted to
diering building surfaces using a variety of rigging hardware, means and methods.
Installation of loudspeakers should only be performed by trained and qualified
personnel. All electrical connections must conform to applicable city, county, state, and
national (NEC) electrical codes.

DANGER: All rigging fittings must be fully tightened and secured. Any missing fasteners
or parts will compromise the structural integrity of the enclosure and constitute a safety
hazard. Over-tightening (crushing the wood) should be avoided as well. Do not suspend
the loudspeaker unless all fasteners are securely in place!

IMPORTANT: The flat head bolts that come installed in each enclosure must remain in
place or be replaced by a threaded fastener from an array bracket. The bolts attach to
internal metal brackets that are critical to the structural integrity and rated Safe Working
Load (SWL) of each point and each array assembly. Failure to include a fastener in every
location could lead to serious injury, or even death.

DANGER: I SERIES rigging fittings are rated at a Working Load Limit (WLL) of 150 lbs
(68 kg) with a 10:1 safety margin. No single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to a
load that is greater than this stated limit. Failure to heed this warning could result in
injury or death!

VERTICAL ARRAYS

VSB-SBR54 - Dual Vertical Splay with Extension Kit for 2-way Models

(Vertically array two 2-way loudspeakers with subwoofer(s) behind)

APPLICATION: Suspend and vertically array two full-range 2-way loudspeakers
(landscape orien tation) with a subwoofer b ehind; connected w ith BalancePoin t™
Fly Rails.

PREASSEMBLY:

Confirm that the 8mm hardware on the cabinet brackets is the correct position
(See bolt pattern diagram below).

ASSEMBLY:
The array should be assembled from the top down by attaching the brackets
and rails to what will be the top cabinet and then suspending it and adding
the lower cabinet. After the lower full-range loudspeaker is connected the
subwoofer can be lifted into position and attached to the rails.

Parts:

PR-3

PB-2

1

IP6/8-1122

1

IP6/8-1152

PB-3

PH

PP-1

PR-3: 54" BalancePoint™ Fly Rails (2)
PP-1: Universal Mounting Plates (4)
PB-2: Dual L Brackets (2)
PB-3: Cabinet Brackets (4)
PH: Hinge Brackets (4=2 preassemblies)

Hardware:

Qty

Code Description

4 HH6 6 x 25 mm Hex Hd Bolts

4 HN6 M6 Locknuts

8 HW6 6mm Flat Washers

2 HH8-3 8 x 30 mm Hex Hd Bolts

20 HF8-3 8 x 30 mm Flat Hd Bolts

24 HW8 8mm Flat Washers

22 HN8 M8 Locknuts

2 HH1-12 10 x 120 mm Hex Hd Bolts

12 HF 1-3 10 x 35 mm Flat Hd Bolts

4 HW1 10 mm Flat Washers

2 HN1 M10 Locknuts

Some hardware listed above will be
included in plate and hinge preassemblies.

Note: One additional full-range cabinet may be
added to the array by using one HVS kit, or an
additional sub can be added by using a TPK kit.

Kit Weight: 37.0 lb (16.8 kg)

PB-3

HF1 -3

PB-3

HF1 -3

Figure 1. After removing the applicable cabinet bolts, place upper cabinet brackets

(with flat head bolts inserted) on the cabinets as shown - note position of top bolts

2

IP6/8-1122

HN8

Left Right

PB-2

Upper Cabinet

HW8

2

HN8

IP6/8-1152

Left Right

PB-2

Upper Cabinet

HW8

Figure 2. Attach the L brackets to the cabinet brackets

- note which holes in the L bracket to use

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VERTICAL ARRAYS

VSB-SBR54 (continued)

Best Practices:

For best aesthetics, the BalancePoint™ Fly Rails should not extend beyond the
front of the loudspeakers.

Attach safety cable(s) to the loudspeakers and/or assembly as advised by a
registered structural engineer.

3

HF1 -3

PP-1

Upper
Loudspeaker

Figure 3. Attach PP-1 to enclosure - with outside

edges parallel and fully tighten

4

PH

HW8

Figure 4. Attach hinges (2) to remaining

- use the holes closest to the hinge pivot

Important: Cabinet and rail
connections should be fully
tightened (as you proceed)
before suspending each
component.

HN8

PB-3

cabinet brackets

5

6

Use (inside) marked
mounting points

HN8

HW8

HW8

HN8

PH / Lowe r PB-3

assembly

Figure 5. Attach hinge/ bracket assembly to

PR-3

HW8

HN8

HH8-2

PB-2

Figure 6. Attach rails to upper cabinet

the upper cabinet

- use the holes closest to the hinge pivot

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