Electro-Voice C12.2 User Manual

EVID C12.2 User Manual

EVID C12.2 Ceiling Speaker Installation and Operations Manual

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Safety First

Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by
individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of
suspending objects overhead. Electro-Voice strongly recommends all loudspeakers be
suspended taking into account all current national, federal, state, and local laws and
regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely
installed in accordance with all such requirements. When loudspeakers are suspended,
Electro-Voice strongly recommends the system be inspected at least once per year or as
laws and regulations require. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial
action should be taken immediately. The user is responsible for making sure the wall,
ceiling, or structure is capable of supporting all objects suspended overhead. Any hardware
used to suspend a loudspeaker not associated with Electro-Voice is the responsibility of
others.

Table of Contents

Safety First ............................................................................................................................2

Packing List ...........................................................................................................................3

EVID C12.2 Models ...............................................................................................................4

Product Feature Identication................................................................................................4

Open Ceiling Installation........................................................................................................5

Ceiling Tile Installation ...........................................................................................................6

Step 1 - Cut the Hole .....................................................................................................6

Step 2 - Install C-Ring and Tile Rails .............................................................................6

Step 3 - Attach Wiring to the Terminal Connector .........................................................7

Step 4 - Secure the Cable to the Speaker .....................................................................9

Step 5 - Mount the Speaker into the Ceiling ................................................................10

Step 6 - Connect a Safety Support Line ......................................................................10

Step 7 - Adjust Tap Selector .........................................................................................11

Step 8 - Attach the Grille ..............................................................................................11

Appendix A - Painting the Speaker ......................................................................................12

Appendix B - Troubleshooting .............................................................................................13

Appendix C - Specications.................................................................................................14

Caution!

The seismic tab (auxiliary support ring) is not intended for primary suspension
of the loudspeaker. The seismic tab should only be used as a secondary safety
point.

Caution!

Ceiling mount speaker’s safety cable
The safety cable should be installed with a minimum of 3-inches (76.2 mm) of
slack.

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Packing List

Figure 1: EVID C12.2 Packing List

A

C

D

E

B

F

G

I

J(x2)

H(x2)

Figure Quantity Part

A 1 Speaker System

B 1 Grille

C 1 Owner’s Manual

D 1 Terminal Connector

E 1 Warranty Card

F 1 Ceiling Cutout Template

G 1 Paint Shield

H 2 Tile Rails

I 1 C-Ring Support

J 2 Support Ring Screws

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EVID C12.2 Models

Figure 2: Bottom of Speaker

Product Feature Identication

Figure 3: Top of Speaker

Model Part No. Description

EVID C12.2 Integrated 12-inch ceiling mount speaker

Steel

Backcan

Tap

Selector

Mounting Tab

Screws (x4)

Seismic Tab

Removable Input

Terminal Connector

Strain Relief Fitting

Terminal Cover Plate

Grille Safety

Tether

Rotating Mounting

Tabs (x4)

Grille

Pendant

Mount

Tabs (x3)

3/8” Threaded

Rigging Point

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Open Ceiling Installation

The EVID C12.2 must be suspended from the back of the can in both open ceiling and
ceiling tile applications, using either the three (3) pendant mount tabs or the 3/8” threaded
rigging point. To prevent rattles, rotate the four (4) mounting tabs towards the can, then
tighten the mounting tab screws.

The seismic tab may be used in addition to the pendant mounts as a redundant safety
point.

Figure 4a: Pendant Mount Suspension

Pendant Mount

Tabs (x3)

Seismic Tab

Figure 4b: 3/8” Threaded Rod Suspension

3/8” Nut

(Loctite Applied)

Threaded Rod

Rigging Plate with

Integrated Nut

(Loctite Applied)