Electro-Voice ZX1-90 User Manual

High Performance System Components
With True Compression High Frequency Driver

The ZX1i’s long excursion, high output EV8L 8” woofer with a weatherized treated
cone delivers smooth low frequency performance with exceptional reliability. A
sophisticated crossover network integrates it with the DH2005, a 1-inch voice coil
true compression driver with extended frequency response. The system also features
full overload protection for reliable, long term operation.

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EV8L high performance weatherized 8” woofer

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DH2005 1” true compression driver

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Rotatable waveguide allows for speaker orientation in
either direction

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Weatherized multi layer grille gives protection
indoors or out

Low loss crossover network for high efficiency

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6

Full system overload protection circuitry ensures
reliable operation

Easy to access “keyed” adjustment points for

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horizontal and vertical settings

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“Click n’ Mount” QuickSAM™ mounting system provides
wide range of motion for flexibility in placement

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One piece lightweight enclosure is extremely durable

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High capacity 100w transformer with ASC™ eliminates
distortion and saturation at high volume levels

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ZX1-90

Portable Version

Frequency Response
(-3 dB)

Frequency Range
(-10 dB)

Axial Sensitivity

Maximum Calculated SPL

Horizontal C overage

Vertical Coverage

System Power Handling

LF Transducer

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HF Transducer

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Nominal Impedance

Pole Mount

(1)

(1)

(1)

60 Hz - 20 kHz 60 Hz - 20 kHz 60 Hz - 20 kHz 60 Hz - 20 kHz

48 Hz - 20 kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz

94 dB (1W/1m) 94 dB (1W/1m) 92 dB (1W/1m) 92 dB (1W/1m)

125 dB 125 dB 121 dB 121 dB

90° or 50° 90° or 50°

200W Continuous,

400W Program

EV8L, 8 in (203mm)

Driver

DH2005, 1 in. (25.4mm)

Exit Compression Driver

8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms

Included N/A N/A N/A

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Transformer Taps

Connectors

Overload Protectio n

Mounting System

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Built-In Monitor Angle

Available Colors

Included Accessories

17.75" x 11.12" x 10.35"

Dimensions (H x W x D )

Net Weight

Shipping Weight

(1) Half-space measurements

N/A N/A N/A

Two NL4 Connectors

Full protection

– all modes

Four M8 studs on

bottom of speaker

Yes

Black Black/White Black/White Black/White

451mm x 282mm x

263mm

8.4 kg (18.5 lbs) 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs) 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs) 10.4 kg (23.0 lbs)

10.2 kg (22.5 lbs) 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs) 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs) 12.3 kg (27.0 lbs)

ZX1i-90

Fixed Install Version

200W Continuous,

400W Program

EV8L, 8 in (203mm)

Driver

DH2005, 1 in. (25.4mm)

Exit Compression Driver

4-Pin detachable

Phoenix style

Full protection

– all modes

QuickSAM™ Heavy-Duty

Strong-Arm Mounting

Bracket

No No No

QuickSAM™ Mount QuickSAM™ Mount QuickSAM™ Mount None

17.75" x 11.12" x 10.35"
451mm x 282mm x

263mm

ZX1i-100

Fixed Install Version

100° 100°

100° 100°50° or 90° 50° or 90°

200W Continuous,

400W Program

EV8L, 8 in (203mm)

Driver

DH2005, 1 in. (25.4mm)

Exit Compression Driver

4-Pin detachable

Phoenix style

Full protection

– all modes

QuickSAM™ Heavy-Duty

Strong-Arm Mounting

Bracket

17.75" x 11.12" x 10.35"
451mm x 282mm x

263mm

ZX1i-100t

70v/100v Version

Indoor/Outdoor Surface Mount Speaker System

200W Continuous,

400W Program

EV8L, 8 in (203mm)

Driver

DH2005, 1 in. (25.4mm)

Exit Compression Driver

6.5, 12.5, 25, 50, 100
watts 70/100v

4-Pin detachable

Phoenix style

Full protection

– all modes

QuickSAM™ Heavy-Duty

Strong-Arm Mounting

Bracket

17.75" x 11.12" x 10.35"
451mm x 282mm x

263mm

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4 pin detachable Phoenix-style connector provides pass
thru terminals for easy system wiring

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Easy to access wattage tap selector switch on “t” models
provides a wide range of power settings

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8

Available Accessories

TC-ZX1

– The TC-ZX1 terminal cover with Glan nut attaches to the rear input panel and seals the rear connectors against

moisture and contamination.

AB-ZX1

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Americas

Telex Communications Inc.
12000 Portland Ave South,
Burnsville, MN 55337, USA
USA—Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Canada—Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Latin America—Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]

Europe, Africa & Middle-East

EVI Audio GmbH.
Hirschberger Ring 45, D 94315,
Straubing, Germany
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]

– The AB-ZX array bracket system provides a flexible array mounting solution for 2 or 4 ZX1i speaker systems.

UK: Telex Communications (U.K.), Ltd.,
Unit 26 Fiddlebridge Industrial Center,
Lemsford Road
Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 0DE, UK
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Asia & Pacific Rim

Japan: EVI Audio Japan Ltd.
5-3-8 Funabashi, Setagaya-Ku,
Tokyo, Japan 156-0055
Phone: [phone],
Fax: [phone]

Australia: APAC Audio Pty Ltd.
James Ruse Business Park
Unit 2C 6 Boundary Road
Northmead NSW 2152
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

China: EVI Audio Ltd.
Room 2210-2215, Tower B, Far East International
Plaza, No. 317, Xianxia Road,
Shanghai, China, Post Code: 200051
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Hong Kong: EVI Audio Ltd.
Unit 5,1/F,Topsail Plaza
11 On Shum Street
Shek Mun,Shatin
Hong Kong
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]

Singapore: Telex Pte. Ltd.
3015A Ubi Road 1, 05-10
Kampong Ubi Industrial Estate, Singapore 408705
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]

Compact |High Performance |Versatile

T

he ElectroVoice

systems is truly an industry first. Never

before has a single speaker design been so

closely customized to a wide range of audio

applications. Consisting of 8 distinct

versions, a

the need whether it’s part of a portable PA

for a local band or a large distributed sound

system for a major audio installation.

ZX1

ZX1

family of speaker

model is available to fit

The ZX1 line of speakers can be summed up in two words:

Compact Flexibility

Delivering on this promise for fixed audio

The Exclusive QuickSAM™
Mounting System is Fast & Secure

The QuickSAM™ is a unique, integrated mounting bracket which is

virtually foolproof. It allows the installer to simply “click” and snap the

speaker onto the bracket then tighten it to the desired position

The ZX1i Waveguide Rotates For
Flexible Speaker Orientation

The true compression DH2005 Driver is coupled to one of two

available horns. The 90° x 50° horn provides coverage for longer

throw and cluster applications while the 100° x 100° horn gives

broad even dispersion needed in many distributed audio

applications. An important added benefit is the rotatable horn design

ZX1i

allowing the

vertically for the ultimate in design flexibility.

cabinet to be oriented either horizontally or

ASC™ – Automatic Saturation
Compensation Protects Your Amplifier

installations, the

standard of no compromise audio

performance and versatility in an easy to

install, lightweight and compact package.

Finally, a compact high performance

loudspeaker system designed exclusively for

the professional contractor to use in dozens of

different fixed installations. It doesn’t matter if

your requirements are providing a compact

sound reinforcement system in a church, a

complex background music system in a sports

bar or other high-energy environment or fill

sound in a large auditorium, the

solve the problem.

ZX1i

model is the new

ZX1i

can

Flexibility

• Choice of two available coverage patterns with horn
rotation feature

• All “t” versions have an 8 ohm bypass position
to allow low impedance operation

Performance

• True compression HF driver and 8” long throw woofer
provide smooth and wide frequency response

Design

• Attractive ZX series family styling blends smoothly
with EV EVID series speaker systems

Fast & Secure Installation

• The EV exclusive QuickSAM mount system enables
a more secure, faster installation experience

• 4 pin Phoenix style connector with pass through
terminals for quick and simple connections

The ZX1i Works Great:
Indoors or Out

The Electro-Voice

enclosure that is inherently water resistant. The addition of a

multilayer grille and weatherized components enable the

ZX1i

to perform under many environmental conditions. An

optional weatherized input panel cover with a glan nut is

available for additional protection.

®

ZX1i

features a lightweight, sealed

The Complete
ZX1 Family

The

ZX1i

is part of a complete

compact speaker system product line with

models for fixed installations distributed

systems, portable PA and even musician

vocal monitors. Each model incorporates a

wide range of features to make the system

attractive to every user.

A real problem with many high power 70/100v equipped speakers is their susceptibility to

transformer saturation, especially at low frequencies. All “t” versions of the ZX1i loudspeaker

incorporate our exclusive “ASC™” Automatic Saturation Compensation to address this problem.

ASC™ is a unique circuit to adjust the characteristics of the transformer that the amplifier sees to

create a “stable” load even at very high power levels. This feature virtually eliminates the

possibility of the amplifier going into protect mode or worse yet even damaging the amplifier.

The curve above shows the power draw of a conventional speaker

ZX1i

and the

ZX1i

provides a far more stable and gradual power curve to the

amplifier even at the lowest frequencies. No “spikes” means no

failed amplifiers!

over the frequency spectrum. As you can see, the