Community R.5-66MAX, R.5-96MAX, R2-64MAX, R2-94MAX, R2-52MAX Installation Manual
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R SERIES
Installation and
Operation Guide
Models
R.5-66MAX, R.5-96MAX
R2-52MAX, R2-64MAX
R2-66MAX, R2-94MAX
biamp.com
R-MAX Premium Music
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
SYSTEM INFORMATION
Community R SERIES loudspeakers are engineered and
manufactured to be rugged and they are carefully packed
in sturdy cartons. Make sure that the number of cartons
shown on the freight documents have actually been
delivered. It is wise 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 Biamp 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. Be sure to
save the carton and the packing material, as most claims
will be denied if these materials are not retained. Your
Biamp 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 indefinitely, if possible, in the event that the unit
may need to be returned to your dealer or distributor for
repair.
IN THE CARTON
Each shipping carton contains the following items:
• One (1) R SERIES loudspeaker
• One (1) Steel mounting yoke (pre-installed) [R.5-MAX,
R2-MAX only]
• Multi-angle aiming strap [R.5-MAX (1), R2-MAX (2)]
• One (1) Installation and operation manual
• One (1) Warranty card
• Mounting hardware: [R.5-MAX, R2-MAX]
R.5-MAX (all models): 3/8" x 1-1/4" threaded studs
(x3), 3/8" lock washers (x3), 3/8" flat washers (x3),
and 3/8"-16 hex nuts (x3). All hardware is stainless
steel.
R2-MAX (all models): 1/2" hex bolts (2" x3,
1-1/4" x3), 1/2" lock washers (x6), 1/2" flat washers
(x7), 1/2" hex nut (x1), and 2" OD rubber gaskets (x5).
All hardware is stainless steel. Much of the hardware
may be preinstalled on the enclosure.
PHYSICAL FEATURES / GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The R.5-MAX and R2-MAX are the premier products in the
R SERIES line. They are designed for premium quality music
reproduction with very low distortion and high output.
The R.5-MAX fully passive, true point source loudspeaker
produces a very flat frequency response without external
equalization. It features a 600W neodymium LF driver
with aluminum demodulation ring and a large format
1.4" exit HF driver with copper shorting ring and hybrid
resonance damping diaphragm. It is ideal for critical
music reproduction in challenging acoustic environment
applications indoors or outdoors. Two horn patterns are
available: 60° x 60° and 90° x 60°.
The R2-MAX delivers the same great pattern control and
vocal intelligibility as a standard R2, but with the addition
of premium drivers, signal aligned MF/HF horns, very
flat frequency response, higher broadband output, and
lower distortion. The R2-MAX features dual 12" 600W
neodymium LF drivers with aluminum demodulation rings,
high sensitivity HF compression drivers, and higher output
M200HP midrange compression drivers. The R2-52MAX
utilizes dual midrange drivers and a very high sensitivity 1"
HF compression driver. The R2-MAX is a modern stadium
loudspeaker, designed to meet the needs of today’s modern
sporting venues. Operation is biamp only. Four coverage
patterns are available: 60° x 40°, 60° x 60°, 90° x 40° and
50° x 20°.
R SERIES FEATURES / TECHNOLOGY
R-MAX loudspeakers oer numerous features and
technologies that provide unprecedented sonic quality and
installation flexibility. Some of these include:
• Unique full-range high output loudspeakers with
advanced passive crossover technology
• All models are weather-resistant, UV stabilized and
suitable for outdoor direct exposure
• Protective steel grilles and mounting brackets are
covered with a rugged, zinc-rich epoxy dual-layer
powder-coat finish for superior resistance to weather
• Stainless steel hardware
• R.5-MAX models are available in black or light grey
finish and R2-MAX models are available in a light grey
finish (standard). Custom colors are also available.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RIGGING AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Always follow these basic safety precautions when using
or installing R 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.
• 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 power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, 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 Biamp 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 servicing instructions are for use by qualified service
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.
DANGER: The loudspeakers described in this manual
are designed and intended to be ‘flown’ or suspended
using a variety of rigging hardware, means, and
methods. 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. Severe
injury and/or loss of life may occur if these products are
improperly installed! All electrical connections must
conform to applicable city, county, state, and national
(NEC) electrical codes.
DANGER: R SERIES rigging fittings are rated at
specific Working Load Limits (WLL) per model line.
No single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to
a load that is greater than the stated load. Failure to heed
this warning could result in injury or death!
• R.5-MAX and R2-MAX models have a WLL of 100 lbs
(45.4 kg) with a 10:1 safety margin.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the sections on installation
and connections later in this manual for additional
information on rigging and electrical safety.
DANGER: It is possible to experience severe
electrical shock from a power amplifier. Always
make sure that all power amplifiers are in the “OFF"
position and unplugged from an AC Mains supply before
performing electrical work.
DANGER: It is essential that a safety cable (not
supplied) be utilized whenever an R SERIES
Loudspeaker is installed. The safety cable must
be secured to a suitable load-bearing point separate
from the loudspeaker mounting point, with as little
slack as possible so as not to develop undue kinetic
force if the mounting bracket were to fail. Utilize one of
the unused threaded mounting points on the enclosure
for this purpose.
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CAUTION: Installation of R 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.
Installation and Operation Manual
R.5-MAX, R2-MAX
PRODUCT FEATURES IDENTIFICATION
TYPICAL R.5-MAX FULL-RANGE MODEL
Safety Cable Attachment Point: (Utilize empty rigging point. User must supply appropriate fastener and safety cable).
Installer to supply hardware for
top attachment of strap to yoke
Yoke
Aiming Strap
Grille
5 Rigging Points (3/8"-16)
(sides + back)
3/8"-16 Rigging points
(sides and back)
Gland Nut / Cable
FRONT REAR
TYPICAL R2-MAX FULL-RANGE MODEL
Safety Cable Attachment Point: (Utilize empty rigging point. User must supply appropriate fastener and safety cable)
Yoke
(5) 1/2"-13
Rigging points
Grille
Angle Securing Straps
HF/MR Connection
(white) Gland Nut
(5) 1/2"-13
Rigging points
Suggested Safety Cable Attachment Point
(user must supply appropriate 1/2"-13
FRONT REAR
LF Connection
(black) Gland Nut
fastener and safety cable)
Note: Cabinets are handmade and measurements may
vary slightly due to the thickness of the fiberglass.
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RIGGING / SUSPENSION AND SAFETY
TERMINOLOGY: The terms “rigging", “flying" and
“suspension" are often used interchangeably to describe
the installation of loudspeaker systems above ground level.
None of these terms pertain to, or attempt to describe, the
actual method that is used (cables, brackets, chains, etc.).
DANGER: The loudspeakers described in this manual
are designed and intended to be suspended using a
variety of rigging hardware, means, and methods. It
is essential that all installation work involving the
suspension of these loudspeaker products be performed
by competent, knowledgeable persons who understand
safe rigging practices. Severe injury and/or loss of life may
occur if these products are improperly suspended.
DANGER: All rigging fittings and inserts must remain
sealed with the included hardware or they must be
fitted with properly rated optional mounting
hardware. Any missing fasteners will compromise the
weather resistance of the enclosure.
COMMUNITY RIGGING HARDWARE WARRANTY:
Biamp warrants that its loudspeaker systems and its
optional mounting and rigging hardware have been
carefully designed and tested. Community loudspeakers
may be safely suspended when each loudspeaker model
is suspended with Community-manufactured mounting
and rigging brackets specifically designed for use with that
particular model of loudspeaker. This warranty applies
only for use under normal environmental conditions, and
when all loudspeakers, component parts, brackets and
hardware are assembled and installed in strict accordance
with Community’s installation guidelines contained herein.
Beyond this, Biamp assumes no further or extended
responsibility or liability, in any way or by any means
whatsoever. It is the responsibility of the installer to insure
that safe installation practices are followed, and that such
practices are in accordance with any and all local, state,
federal, or other, codes, conditions, and regulations that
may apply to, or govern the practice of, rigging, mounting,
and construction work in the relevant geographic territory.
Any modifications made to any parts or materials
manufactured or supplied by Biamp shall immediately void
all pledges of warranty or surety, related in any way to the
safe use of those parts and materials.
WARNING
NON-COMMUNITY RIGGING HARDWARE:
Non-Community hardware used for rigging an
R SERIES loudspeaker must be certified by the supplier for
such use and must be properly rated for safety.
IMPORTANT NOTES ON RIGGING LOUDSPEAKERS
There are three (3) areas of responsibility for rigging
loudspeakers.
• 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 loudspeaker itself: Biamp certifies its loudspeaker
systems and rigging accessories for suspension when
they are properly installed according to our published
guidelines.
• Everything between the loudspeaker and the building
structure and the 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.
WARNING: R SERIES rigging fittings are rated at the
Working Load Limits (WLL) listed on page 3. No
single rigging fitting should ever be subjected to a
load that is greater than the stated load. Failure to heed
this warning could result in injury or death!
ACCEPTABLE MOUNTING POINT LOADING
The mounting points should always be used so that either
shear force is applied perpendicular to the direction of and
in tight proximity to the mounting hole, or tension force
is applied perpendicular to the enclosure surface. See
Figure 1 below.
DANGER: Use the mounting points only as described
above. Do not use them in such a way as to apply
sideways leverage to them. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in immediate failure of the
mounting points resulting in damage to the loudspeaker
and serious injury or death to personnel
Correct
Yoke tight against
enclosure (R.5-MAX)
or rubber washer and
enclosure (R2-MAX)
Yoke
Custom
Bracket
NOT Correct
Bracket spaced away
from enclosure
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Enclosure
Figure 1. Mounting point load
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