L-Acoustics X8 Guide de démarrage rapide
X8
rigging manual 1.0 (EN)
Document reference: X8 rigging manual (EN) version 1.0
Distribution date: September 24, 2015
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Contents
Safety................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Instructions................................................................................................................................................5
Symbols................................................................................................................................................... 5
Welcome........................................................................................................................................................... 6
System components.............................................................................................................................................7
Mechanical safety...............................................................................................................................................8
Rigging system description.................................................................................................................................10
X8......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Elements for flying and wall-mounting....................................................................................................... 11
X-US8 and X-UL8.......................................................................................................................... 11
X-UTILT......................................................................................................................................... 14
X-BAR...........................................................................................................................................14
Elements for pole-mounting.......................................................................................................................16
Pole socket................................................................................................................................... 16
EMBi............................................................................................................................................17
Subwoofer.................................................................................................................................... 17
Rigging procedures...........................................................................................................................................18
Mounting on a U-bracket.........................................................................................................................18
Using a U-bracket with X-UTILT.................................................................................................................23
Flying with a U-bracket........................................................................................................................... 29
Flying with X-BAR....................................................................................................................................36
Pole-mounting with a U-bracket................................................................................................................ 42
Forbidden configurations................................................................................................................................... 47
Illustrations....................................................................................................................................................... 48
Loudspeaker enclosures........................................................................................................................... 48
Rigging elements.....................................................................................................................................48
Software applications.............................................................................................................................. 49
Specifications................................................................................................................................................... 50
X8 specifications.....................................................................................................................................50
X-UL8 specifications.................................................................................................................................52
X-US8 specifications................................................................................................................................ 53
X-BAR specifications................................................................................................................................ 54
X-UTILT specifications...............................................................................................................................55
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EMBi specifications................................................................................................................................. 56
Safety
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Safety
Instructions
Never incorporate equipment or accessories not approved by L-Acoustics.
Read all the related PRODUCT INFORMATION documents shipped with the products before
exploiting the system.
Do not store the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
Respect the Working Load Limit (WLL) of third party equipment.
L-Acoustics is not responsible for any rigging equipment and accessories provided by third party manufacturers.
Verify that the Working Load Limit (WLL) of the suspension points, chain hoists and all additional hardware
rigging accessories is respected.
Respect the maximum configurations and the recommended safety precautions.
For safety issue, respect the maximum configurations outlined in this manual. To check the conformity of
any configuration in regards with the safety precautions recommended by L-Acoustics, model the system in
Soundvision and refer to the warnings in Mechanical Data section.
Be cautious when flying a loudspeaker configuration.
Always verify that no one is standing underneath the loudspeaker array when it is being raised. As the array
is being raised, check each individual element to make sure that it is securely fastened to the adjacent element.
Never leave the array unattended during the installation process.
As a general rule, L-Acoustics recommends the use of safety slings at all times.
Be cautious when ground-stacking a loudspeaker array.
Do not stack the loudspeaker array on unstable ground or surface. If the array is stacked on a structure, platform,
or stage, always check that the latter can support the total weight of the array.
As a general rule, L-Acoustics recommends the use of safety straps at all times.
Take into account the wind effects on dynamic load.
When a loudspeaker assembly is deployed in an open air environment, wind can produce dynamic stress to the
rigging components and suspension points.
If the wind force exceeds 6 bft (Beaufort scale), lower down and/or secure the loudspeaker array.
Read the USER MANUAL before operating the system.
Use the loudspeaker system components described in the user manual and follow the operating instructions.
Do not expose the product to extreme conditions.
Do not expose the product to rain or sea spray.
Do not expose the product to moisture (mist, steam, humidity, condensation…) or excessive heat (direct sun,
radiator…) for a long period of time.
Symbols
The following symbols are used in this document:
This symbol indicates a potential risk of harm to an individual or damage to the product.
It can also notify the user about instructions that must be strictly followed to ensure safe installation or operation of
the product.
This symbol notifies the user about instructions that must be strictly followed to ensure proper installation or
operation of the product.
This symbol notifies the user about complementary information or optional instructions.
Welcome
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the L-Acoustics X8.
As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards, reserves the right to change the
specifications of its products and the content of its document without prior notice. Please check on a
regular basis to download the latest document and software updates.
System components
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System components
Loudspeaker enclosures
X8 Passive 2-way coaxial enclosure
SB15m Compact subwoofer enclosure
Rigging elements
EMBi Pole mount socket
CLAMP250 Clamp certified for 250 kg
X-UTILT U-bracket wallmount for X series with tilt adjustment
X-BAR Rigging bar for X series
X-UL8 Long U-bracket for X8
X-US8 Short U-bracket for X8
Software applications
Soundvision 3D acoustical and mechanical modeling software.
Other X8 system components
All the other components of the system are presented in the X8 user manual, document intended to describe the
enclosure configurations and connection schemes.
Mechanical safety
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Mechanical safety
Maximum configurations
The X8 rigging system complies with 2006/42/EC: Machinery Directive. It has been designed following the guidelines
of BGV-CI.
2006/42/EC: Machinery Directive specifies a safety factor of 4:1 against the rupture. The limits specified in the tables
below are given with a safety factor of
—5:1 or higher for flown deployments,
—1.8:1 or higher for ground-stacked deployments.
Refer to Soundvision for the safety factor of a specific deployment.
The safe limit gives the maximum number of elements for which the safety factor is always compliant with the
2006/42/EC: Machinery Directive, regardless of the other deployment parameters (site angles, inter-enclosure angles,
etc.)
The maximum limit gives the maximum number of elements for which the safety factor can be compliant with the
2006/42/EC: Machinery Directive, when the other deployment parameters provide the best mechanical conditions.
X8
Configuration Rigging accessory Maximum / Safe limit
Ground-stacked No rigging accessory 1
Flown X-UTILT /X-UL8 /X-US8 /X-BAR 1
SB15m
Configuration Rigging accessory Maximum / Safe limit
Ground-stacked No rigging accessory 4
Mechanical safety of the rigging system
Before any installation, always model the system in Soundvision and check the Mechanical Data section for
any stress warning or stability warning.
Mechanical safety
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Assessing mechanical safety
In order to assess the actual safety of any array configuration before implementation, refer to the following warnings:
Rated working load limit (WLL) is not enough
The rated WLL is an indication of the element resistance to tensile stress. For complex mechanical systems such as
loudspeaker arrays, WLLs cannot be used per se to determine the maximum number of enclosures within an array
or to assess the safety of a specific array configuration
Mechanical modeling with Soundvision
The working load applied to each linking point, along with the corresponding safety factor, will depend on
numerous variables linked to the composition of the array (type and number of enclosures, splay angles) and the
implementation of the flying or stacking structure (number and location of flying points, site angle). This cannot be
determined without the complex mechanical modeling and calculation offered by Soundvision.
Assessing the safety with Soundvision
The overall safety factor of a specific mechanical configuration always corresponds to the lowest safety factor
among all the linking points. Always model the system configuration with the Soundvision software and check the
Mechanical Data section to identify the weakest link and its corresponding working load. By default, a stress
warning will appear when the mechanical safety goes beyond the recommended safety level.
Safety of ground-stacked arrays in Soundvision
For ground-stacked arrays, a distinct stability warning is implemented in Soundvision. It indicates a tipping hazard
when the array is not secured to the ground, stage or platform. It is user responsibility to secure the array and to
ignore the warning.
Additionnal safety for flown arrays
When flying an array, use the M8 DIN580 threaded insert to implement a secondary safety.
Considerations must be given to unusual conditions
Soundvision calculations are based on usual environmental conditions. A higher safety factor is recommended
with factors such as extreme high or low temperatures, strong wind, prolonged exposition to salt water, etc.
Always consult a rigging specialist to adopt safety practices adapted to such a situation.
Rigging system description
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Rigging system description
X8
X8 features a M8 DIN580 threaded insert designed to implement a secondary safety.
The logo on the enclosure front can be rotated to adapt to every configuration.
X8 features an ergonomic handle for easy transportation.
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