Pentax ZXA5-90, ZXA5-60 User Manual
ZxA5 Series
Owner’s Manual
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Important Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle i
intended to alert the use r to the presence of uninsulated “dange rou
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficien
magnitude to constitut e a risk of e lectric shock to pe rsons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
servicing)instructions intheliterature accompanyingthe appliance.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean onl
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding ty pe plug has two blades and a thir d groundin g prong. The wide blade or the third prong ar e provided for y our safety. If t he
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience r eceptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparat us has been damag ed in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been ex p os ed to r ai n or
moisture, does not operate normally , or has been dropped
14. To completely disconnect AC power from this apparatus, the power supply cord must be unplugged.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensu re that no object s filled w ith liquids, such as vases, ar e placed on this
apparatus.
16. The AC plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily ope rable.
with a dry cloth.
Caution: Do not exceed the marked rating of the AC Output.
Example: If each ad dit ional unit is rated 3A, a maximum of 3 units can be connected for a total of 9A.
Management of WEEE (waste electrical and electronic equipment) (applicable in Member States of the European Union and other
European countries with individual national policies on the management of WEEE) The symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product may not be treated as regular household waste, but has to be disposed through returning it at a Telex
dealer.
The asterisk within an equilateral triangle is intended to inform the user t
necessary installation or removal instructions regarding equipment o
hardware use relatingto the system.
Important Service Instructions
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only.Toreducetherisk of electric shock, do not
perform any servicing other than that contained in the Operating Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all
servicing to qualified service perso nnel.
1. Security regulations as stated in the EN 60065 (VDE 0860 / IEC 65) and the CSA E65 - 94 have to be obeyed when servicing the appliance.
2. Use of a AC separator transformer is manda tory during maint enance w hile the applianc e is opened, n eeds to be operated and is
connected to the AC.
3. Switch off the power before retrofitting any extensions, changing the AC voltage or the output voltage.
4. The minimum distance between part s car rying AC voltage and any accessible metal piece (metal enclosure), respectively between
the AC poles has to be 3 mm
The minimum distance between parts carrying AC voltage and any switches or breakers that are not connected to the AC (secondary
parts) has to be 6 mm
5. Replacing special components that are marked in the circuit diagram using the security symbol (Note) is only permissible when using original
parts.
6. Altering the circuitry without prior consent or advic e is not leg itimate.
7. Any work security regulations that are applica ble at the location wher e the appliance is bei ng serviced have to be strictly obeyed. This applie s
also to any regulations about the work place itself.
8. All instructions concerning the handling of MOS
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Important Safety Instructions .. ..................................................................................................... 1
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First ................................. ........................................................................ .......................... 3
tion ................................................................................................................................... 4
stem Features - ZxA5............................................................................................................... 4
stem Coverage - ZxA5 ............................................................................................................. 4
stem Setup - ZxA5 ................................................................................................................... 5
lifier .............................................................................................................................. 5
ending ZxA5 Speaker Systems ............................................................................................ 7
e Monitor Positions .................................................................................................... 13
ecifications ............................................................................................................................. 14
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Dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 15
Bloc
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ZxA5 Ri
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ZxA5 Speaker Systems ............................................................................................... 18
ZxA5 Series Owner’s Manual
Thank you for choosing the Electro-Voice®ZxA5 series loudspeakersystem. This system is the
culmination of EV’s 75
manual so that
ou can understand all the features built intoyourEV system and fully utilize all its
ears of experience in transducerdesign. Please take time to consult this
erformance capabilities.
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Safety First
When setting up, installing and using the Electr o-Voice® ZxA5 speaker system, there are a
number of precautions that you should follo w:
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· When Electro-Voice
ZxA5 speakers are used for portable applicat io ns in whic h they will be
positioned directly on the floor, make sure that the floor or stage is solid and secure.
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· Electro-Voice
ZxA5 speakers include 1-3/8 inch stand mounts to allow mounting on trip od
stands.
Make sure to:
· Check the specifications of the speak er stand t o be certain it is capable of support ing the weight
of the speaker.
· Check that the speaker stand is placed on a f lat, st able surf ace an d be s ure t o f ully e xte nd t h e
legs of the stand. Do not try to make the stand “taller” and compromise its structural integrity.
· Route cables and position the stand so that per form ers, produc tion crew and audience m embers
will not trip over the stand or cables and pull t he speaker system over. Secure cables with wire
ties or tape whenever possible.
· Do not attempt to suspend more than one speaker on a stand designed for a single speaker
· Unless you are confident that you can safely handle liftin g the weight of the spe aker ont o the
stand, ask another person to help you place it.
· If you intend to hang or fly the ZxA 5 system , only do so s afely with the correct hardware and
accessories.
WARNING:
Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be
attempted by individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniq ues and
regulations of rigging obje cts overhead. Electro-Voice
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strongly recommends that ZxA5
speakers be suspended taking into account all current national, federal, state and local
regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer t o ensure that ZxA5 speakers are safely
installed in accordance with all such regulati ons. If ZxA5 speakers are suspended,
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Electro-Voice
strongly recommends that the system be inspected at least once a year.
If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedia l action should be taken
immediately.
There are data sheets for each EV Suspension and Array Kit that should
also be consulted prior to suspending speakers .
· Electro-Voice
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does not recommend use of ZxA5 speakers outdoors without
protection from rain or in high moistur e environm ents .
· Electro-Voice
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ZxA5 loudspeakers are easily capable of gener atin g s ound pr essure
levels sufficient to cause permanent hearing dam age to an yone within nor mal
coverage distance. Caution should be taken to avo id prolon ged expos ure to sound
pressure levels exceeding 90 dB.
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product my cause radio interferences in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Description
The Electro-Voice® ZxA5 high powered loudspeakers are fully integr ated aud io systems with
carefully matched electronics and transducer s. These products make it easy to setup a high
quality sound system quickly with a minim um amou nt of cab les and external electronics. You won’t
find a speaker system available on the market that off ers the unb elievab le sou nd, incredib le
flexibility and tremendous output capa bil it y of the ZxA5 anywhere near it’s size and weight.
System Features - ZxA5
· Integrated Amplifier with 1000W LF, 250W HF
· Selectable 100 Hz High Pass
· XLR and 1/4” TRS Input Connector
· XLR Output Connector
· PowerCon Connector with Slave Through
· DVX3150 15” LF Transducer with Forced Air Cooling
· ND2 2” Voice Coil, 1” Exit Neodymium Compression Driver
· Two Models: 60° x 60° or 90° x 50° Coverage Patterns
· High Sensitivity, 133 dB Maximum SP L
· Adjustable Monitor Angle (45° or 55°)
· 3 Anchor Plates for Single Stud Fit ings and 10 I ntegra l Suspensio n Points
· Full Line of Accessories
System Coverage - ZxA5
Coverage Patterns andApplications
ZxA5-60 60° x 60° coverage for long-throw and cluster applications
ZxA5-90 90°
50° for wider coverageorshorterdistances
Figure 1a:
3D EASE Directivity Balloon,
ZxA5-60, 60° x 60° Coverage
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3D EASE Directivity Balloon,
ZxA5-90, 90° x 50° Coverage
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System Setup - ZxA5
To get the ZxA5 into operation as quickly as possible, please observe the follo win g steps and
precautions:
· Plug the 3-terminal PowerCon AC cable into a grounded line receptacle. Extension cords can be
used to lengthen the AC cable as necessary but make sure that they are 3- con duct or 14 g au ge or
greater, and that they are properly grounded to avoid electrical hazards and extraneous noise.
· Be sure that the ZxA5 is plugged into an AC power source that is capable of supplying the correct
voltage. If the line voltage drops too much, the b uilt -in amplifiers won’t be able to develop their
rated power and sound quality will suffer. Under high signal conditions, the 120V ZxA5 amplifier
can draw 3 - 4 amps of current (2 amps at 240V). That means that no more than
(3) ZxA5 systems should be plugged into a single 15 amp electrical service. Be cautious of what
else is plugged into the same ele ctrical service line to avoid electrical problems and poor
performance.
CAUTION: Before turning the power on, make sure that the level controls are dow n to
avoid t
ansients orunexpected loud sound.
ZxA5 Amplifier
Input Signal Connector
Electronically balanced inputs
for the connection of highlevel signal sources such as
mixers, signal
processors, etc. Establishing
the connection is possible via
a combinaton 1/4” TRS and
XLR jack. Balanced
connection is recommended
to prevent noise or HFinterference.
CAUTION: Before connecting or
disconnecting any plugs, make sure to set
the level control to its counterclockwise
stop, which prevents the system and
audience from contact pops and noise.
Output Signal Connector
Output is full bandwidth pass
through.
Figure 2:
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CrossoverMode Switch
Selects between 40 Hz highpass filter for Fu llra ng e
use, and 100 Hz highpass filter for use with a
subwoofer. It is not recommended that you use a
ZxA5 in Fullrange mode with subwoofers.
Level
This control sets the output level of the Z xA5 in a
∞
range between -
dB and +6dB. The internal power
amplifier provides a nominal input sensitivit y of
+6dBu.
Power Switch
C switch for switching the ZxA5’s power ON or
OFF. The switch lights after turning the power ON.
If the switch is not lit upon turning the power on,
make sure that the AC cord is correctly connected.
If the AC cord is correctly connected and the AC
switch does not light upon power-on, p le ase
contact your local dealer.
Mains In
C connection is established via a PowerCon
connector. A 15’ (5m) long AC cord wit h Pow erCon
plug is supplied.
Mains Out
The PowerCon AC out socket allows the
connection of additional ZxA 5 Systems .
To prevent AC network overload, connecting more
than (3) ZxA5 Systems to a single AC outlet (10A -
is not recommended.
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CAUTI ON:
Blue and grey PowerCon power connector shall not be engaged or
disengaged when under load or live.
CAUTI ON: This appliance has no user-serviceable parts inside. Leave any servicing
and maintenance to
ualified service technicians only.
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Suspending ZxA5 SpeakerSystems
ZxA5 enclosures have 5 steel anchor points internally mounted on the top, bottom, and rear.
Single stud fittings can be attached to these anchor plates and us ed as suspension points. Each
of these anchor plates also has a M8 thread to accept rated forged M8 shoulder eyebolts. In
addition to these points there are five ad ditional M 8 thre ade d point s; two on t he handle s ide, and
three on the rear. These points can be used for suspending ZxA5s vertically, horizo ntally,
individually, in clusters, or to attach to EV mounting brackets. Working load limits for the ZxA5 and
fittings are shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3:
Working Load-Limit Ratingof ZxA5 Speaker System
Prior to each use, inspect the grid assembly or suspension point(s) and associated hardw are for
any cracks, deformations, broken welds, corrosion, missin g or dam aged compon ents w hic h could
reduce the grid assembly or suspension point(s) strength. Replace any d amag ed hardwar e. Never
exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load inte nded for grid assemb ly des ign or
suspension point(s). As an added safety measure, it is suggested that the user install a second
suspension point back to the grid (or building structural supports). This redundant safety point
should have as little slack as possible (less than one inc h is pr efera ble).
Prior to each use, inspect the loudspeaker enclosures for any cracks, deformations, missing or
damaged components, which could reduce enclosure strength. Inspect the brack et assembly on
the enclosures for any cracks, deformat ions, missing or loose screws which could reduce the
flying hardware strength. Replace any lou dspeaker systems t hat are damaged or missing
hardware. Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended load for the ZxA5 systems.
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Suspending ZxA5 SpeakerSystems(cont’)
ZxA5 M8 Suspension Points
Metric (M8) inserts are equipped on the top and bot tom of t he enclos ure, aro und t he handle, and
on the back of the enclosure for a total of 10 points. The inserts can be us ed t o attach forge d
eyebolts or rigging brackets.
(2) M8 Suspension Points
(Single-Stud Anchor Plate
Remo
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(2) M8 Suspension Points
Decal Removal Required)
(2) M8 Suspension Points
Decal Removal Required
(2) M8 Suspension Points
(Removal of Handle Bolts
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(2) M8 Suspension Points
(Single-Stud Anchor Plate/
Decal Removal Required)
Figure 4a:
ZxA5 M8 Suspension Points (Top, Handle, Rear
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Figure 4b:
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Suspending the ZxA5 using optional Electro-Voice Single-Stud Rigging Kits
The ZxA5 is shipped with three single-stud anchor plates for rigging with single-stud rigging. There
are two more locations on the bottom to mount single-st ud anc hor plates f or flying t he Zx A5
upside-down or horizontally. All of these locations
can facilitate M8 Eyebolts if desired as well.
Figure 5:
Suspending the ZxA5 Using Included Single-Stud
Anchor Plates
Kit Used (Left View) -
SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit
Kits Used (Right View) -
SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit
EBK-3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1)*
*EBK-3 on Bottom ofTop
Enclosure
not shown, see Figure 3b
Step 1: Remove Decals
Step 2: Attach Single-Stud Anchor Plates
Removed from the Top of the Enclosure or
optional RK-Z Kit (shown) or Eyebolts (not
shown)
Figure 6:
Suspending the ZxA5 Ups ide-Down Using
Included Single-Stud Anchor Plates and Single-
Stud Rigging Ki t
Kits Used
RK-Z Single-Stud Anchor Plate Kit (x1)
SSK-1 Single-Stud Rigging Kit (x1)
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Horizontal Suspension of the ZxA5
The ZxA5 is capable of being suspended horizontally from t he side (ha ndle) or downw ard f rom t he
rear with the use of M8 Eyebolts.
Figure 7:
Suspending the ZxA5 Downward from Rear Using
Optional Forged Eyebolt Kit*
EB
Kit Used
*Note - When suspending from the rear M8 suspension
points, it is recommended that the (2) left M8 suspension
points are used on the rear of the enclos ure for best w eig ht
distribution in relation to enclosure’s center of gravity.
3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1
Step 1: Remove Handle Bolts Step 2:Attach Eyebolts
Figure 9:
Suspending the ZxA5 Horizontally from Handle
Using Optional Forged Eyebolt Kit
EB
Kit Used
3 Forged M8 Eyebolt Kit (x1
Figure 8:
ssembling Eyebolts to Handle
for Horizontal Suspension
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Step 1: Remove Handle Bolts
and Handle
ssembling HA-5 Adapter for use with VS A-1 Strong -Arm Mount
HA-5 Handle Mount
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2:Attach HA-5 and Handle Bolts Step3:Attach VSA-1 Strong-Arm Mount
HA-5 Handle Adapter Kit (x1)
VSA-1 Strong-A rm Mount (x1 )
-1 Strong-Arm
Figure 10:
Kits Used -
Arraying and Suspending the ZxA5 using optional Electro-Voice Mounting or Array
Brackets
Figures 11 and 12 show several applications using EV mounting and array brackets. Carefully
follow the instructions in this manual & the user manual packaged with EV brackets, and always
use safe rigging practices when suspending ZxA5.
Spigot toAttach to Beam or
russ Clam
Figure 11:
Suspending the ZxA5 Vertically from Handle Using Optional
Handle Adapter and St rong-Arm Mount
Kits Used -
HA-5 Handle Adapter Kit (x1)
VSA-1 Strong-A rm Mount (x1 )
*Note - Please consult VSA-1 User Manual for additional
information.
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