Electro-Voice AB-ZE Specifications

EVIDTM/ZX1i

AB-ZE Array Bracket

User Instructions

AB-ZE (P/N 301918-001)

The AB-ZE is a versatile array bracket that is used to suspend EVID or ZX1i loudspeaker arrays, using a unique design
to minimize assembly time. The AB-ZE kit is compatible with EVID 3.2, EVID 4.2, EVID 6.2, ZX1i-90 and ZX1i-100
loudspeakers, and can be used with either two or four loudspeakers to create 180° and 360° horizontal arrays,
respectively. The loudspeakers attach to the array bracket using the Strong Arm MountsTM.

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Sample Configurations:

3/8” Nut

(Not Included)

Note - Safety Bracket (Item 2) Not Needed for

Tripod Configurations

Figure 1:

Tripod Mounting Configurations

(2 and 4 Systems)

3/8” Nut

(Not Included)

Figure 2:

Threaded Rod Suspension Configurations

(2 and 4 Systems, Horizontal and 45°)

T o Attach the Strong Arm Mounts to the Array Bracket:

1. There are five channels on each side of the array bracket that correspond to different Strong Arm Mounts. ZX1i
loudspeakers use the center channel and the two outer channels (Figure 3a), EVID 4.2 and 6.2 loudspeakers use the
middle three channels (Figure 3b), and the EVID 3.2 uses the center channel only (Figure 3c).

2. Insert the (4) 1/4-20 x 3/4" bolts (Item 4) into the (4) washers (Item 5) and Strong Arm Mount (included with
loudspeaker). Fasten the (4) lock nuts (Item 3) on the bolt by hand; the nut should be loose (Figure 4a).

3. Slide the (4) nuts into the appropriate channels on the array bracket (Item 1) until approximately centered (Figure 4b).
Securely tighten the bolts using a 3/16" hex wrench (Figure 4c).

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for either two or four loudspeakers.

Center and T wo Outer

Channels Used

Figure 3a:

Array Bracket Channel

Configuration - ZX1i Series

Note - For Arraying EVID 3.2’s, only (2) Nuts, Bolts, and Washers are Needed for Mounting. Only Use the Top

and Bottom Holes in the Strong Arm Mount. All Other Models Use (4) Nuts, Bolt s, and Washers for Mounting.

1/4-20 Nut

3 (x4)

Strong Arm Mount

(Included with

Speaker)

Array Bracket Channel

Configuration - EVID 4.2 and 6.2

Middle Three

Channels Used

Figure 3b:

Only Center

Channel Used

Figure 3c:

Array Bracket Channel

Configuration - EVID 3.2

Washer

5 (x4)

1/4-20 Screw

4 (x4)

Figure 4a:

Loosly Assembling Fasteners to

Strong Arm Mount

Strong Arm Mount

with Fasteners

Loosly Assembled

Figure 4c:

Strong Arm Mount to Array

Bracket Completed Assembly

Array Bracket

1

Figure 4b:

Assembling Strong Arm Mount

to Array Bracket Channels

To Attach the Array Bracket to a 3/8" Threaded Rod (Horizontal Configuration):

1. Fasten a 3/8" nut (not included) at least 2.75" from the bottom of the 3/8" threaded rod (Figure 5). Apply non­permanent threadlocker, such as Loctite 242, to the nut.

2. Slide the array bracket assembly and safety bracket (Item 2) over the threaded rod, with the larger diameter hole
facing up and the safety bracket tabs locked in the channels of the array bracket (Figure 5).

3. Rotate the array to the desired position, and securely tighten a 3/8" nut on the threaded rod. Apply a non-permanent
threadlocker, such as Loctite 242, to the nut, and check to ensure that all threads on the nut are engaged to the
threaded rod (Figure 5).

4. It is strongly recommended that safety cables be attached from each loudspeaker to the top of the array bracket for
added safety. Loop around the threaded rod and around the safety suspension point of the loudspeaker (Figure 6a).

5. It is strongly recommended that an additional safety cable be attached from the array bracket to a point on the beam
for added safety. Loop through the corner hole of the array bracket to a point on the beam that the threaded rod is
attached to (Figure 6b).

Threaded Rod

3/8” Nut

(Not Included)

Array Bracket

1

Safety Cables

(Speaker to Rod)

Figure 6a:

Attaching Safety Cables from Each

Loudspeaker around Threaded Rod

Safety Bracket

2

3/8” Nut

(Not Included)

Figure 5:

Attaching Array Bracket Assembly

to Threaded Rod

Safety Cable

(Bracket to Beam)

Figure 6b:

Attaching Safety Cables from Array Bracket

to Overhead Structural Support Beam

To Attach the Array Bracket to a 3/8" Threaded Rod (Diagonal Configuration):

1. Apply non-permanent threadlocker, such as Loctite 242, to the 3/8" threaded rod and thread the array bracket onto the
rod, using the corner hole. Leave approximately 1.5" of the threaded rod inside the array bracket (Figure 7a).

2. Apply non-permanent threadlocker, such as Loctite 242, to the 3/8" threaded rod and fasten the nut to the threaded
rod unit it touches the array bracket (Figure 7b). Check to ensure that all threads on the nut are engaged to the
threaded rod.

3. It is strongly recommended that safety cables be attached from each loudspeaker to the top of the array bracket for
added safety. Loop around the threaded rod and around the safety suspension point of the loudspeaker (Figure 8).

Array Bracket

Threading Array Bracket onto

Bottom of Threaded Rod

Figure 7a:

Threaded Rod

Safety Cables

(Speaker to Rod)

Array Bracket

3/8” Nut

(Not Included)

Threading Nut to Bottom of

Threaded Rod

Figure 7b:

Threaded Rod

Attaching Safety Cables from Each

Loudspeaker around Threaded Rod

WARNING: Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals who have a
thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of rigging objects overhead. Electro-Voice® strongly
recommends that all speakers be suspended taking into account all current national, federal, state and local regulations.
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all speakers are safely installed in accordance with all such
regulations. If EVID or ZX1i speakers are suspended, Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that the system be inspected
at least once a year. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken immediately.

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Part Number 38110-517 Rev A

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