d&b Z5378 User Manual

Z5378
E6 Horizontal bracket

Mounting instructions (1.0 EN)

Contents

1. Product description and scope of supply......................................................3

2. Intended use..........................................................................................................4

3. Safety precautions...............................................................................................4

4. Assembly................................................................................................................4

5. Maintenance and care.......................................................................................5

6. Disposal..................................................................................................................5

Manufacturer's declarations..................................................................................6

General Information

Z5378 E6 Horizontal bracket
Mounting instructions

Version 1.0 EN, 06/2010, D2986.EN .01

Copyright © 2010 d&b audiotechnik GmbH; all rights reserved.

Keep this manual with the product or in a safe place
so that it is available for future reference.

d&b audiotechnik GmbH
Eugen-Adolff-Strasse 134, D-71522 Backnang, Germany
Telephone [phone], Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail], Internet: www.dbaudio.com

Fig. 1:Z5378 E6 Horizontal bracket

Z5378 E6 Horizontal bracket

1. Product description and scope of supply

The Z5378 E6 Horizontal bracket allows E6 loudspeaker cabinets to be
mounted and set to different horizontal or vertical angles.

Scope of supply

Please verify the shipment for completeness and proper condition of the
items.

Qty. d&b Code Description

1 Z5378

2

2

2

2

1 D2986.INT Mounting instructions

Weight and dimensions

Weight.............................................................................................................0.5 kg (1.1 lb)

E6 Horizontal bracket [1]

Hex head bolt M8 x 18 [2]

U washer 8.4 [3]

Spring washer 8.2 [4]

Rubber washer [5]

Fig. 2: Dimensions in mm [inch]

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2. Intended use

The Z5378 E6 Horizontal bracket must only be used in conjunction
with d&b E6 loudspeakers as described in these mounting instructions.

Installation and set up should only be carried out by qualified and
authorized personnel observing the valid national Rules for the
Prevention of Accidents (RPA).

It is the responsibility of the person installing the assembly to ensure
that the suspension/fixing points are suitable for the intended use.

Fig. 3: E6 Wall mounting

Fig. 4: E6 Ceiling mounting

Fig. 5: E6 Truss mounting

The horizontal bracket can be:

– directly mounted to walls or ceilings.

– horizontally flown and mounted to bars and trusses with a

tube diameter of up to 70 mm (2.75") using the Z5010 TV
spigot with fixing plate and the Z5012 Pipe clamp.

3. Safety precautions

General safety

Always carry out a visual and functional inspection of the bracket
before use. In case you have any doubt as to the proper functioning
and safety of the bracket, do not use it. Please also refer to section 5.
Maintenance and care on page 5.

Load safety information

The maximum permitted working load of the bracket is 5 kg (11 lb)
(according to BGV C1) which corresponds to the weight of one E6
loudspeaker.

Fig. 6: Tie bar of the bracket

4. Assembly

Fixing to walls or ceilings

Two mounting holes 9 mm (0.35“) are provided on the tie bar of the
bracket for fixing the bracket directly to walls or ceilings or other
suitable surfaces.

Attaching the bracket to the cabinet

NOTICE

Only use the screws supplied and specified [2]. Always use the U and
spring washers [3/4] to prevent the bolts from slackening.

Tools required: Open-end spanner/wrench (size #13).

1. Fit the cabinet to the prepared bracket.

2. Bolt the bracket to the cabinet.

3. Set the desired angle before finally tightening the screws.

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5. Maintenance and care

In case of mobile use of the bracket, please observe the following notes.

Storing/Transport

The surface treatment temporarily protects the bracket against moisture.
However, ensure the bracket is in a dry state when storing and
transporting it.

During transport ensure the bracket is not stressed or damaged by
mechanical forces.

Cleaning

Regularly clean and lubricate the bracket using WD-40®or a similar
product.

Inspections

To eliminate the potential risk of accident due to malfunctioning of the
bracket, regularly carry out a visual and functional inspection of the
bracket. In particular, pay attention to obvious damage (deformation,
cracks and corrosion).

If the bracket fails to operate correctly and/or safely, it must be
withdrawn from use immediately.

6. Disposal

Please dispose of this product according to the respective national
regulations.

Ensure that damaged rigging components are disposed of in a way that
they cannot be used again.

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Manufacturer's declarations

EC Declaration of conformity

within the meaning of the EC Machine Directive 98/37/EEC

We hereby declare that the equipment designated below is designed and built in the version sold by us in such a way as
to comply with the relevant fundamental safety and health criteria of the applicable EC Directive(s). This declaration shall
cease to be valid if alterations are made to the equipment without our prior agreement.

This declarations covers:

d&b E6 Horizontal bracket, Z5378

To be used as described in these mounting instructions.

National standards and technical specifications applied:

DIN EN ISO 12100, DIN EN 1050, BGV C1

D2986.EN .01, 06/2010 d&b audiotechnik GmbH

Backnang, June 9, 2010

(Frank Bothe, Managing Director)

d&b audiotechnik AG, Eugen-Adolff-Str. 134, D-71522 Backnang, Germany, Phone [phone], Fax [phone]