Installation manual

XY Series

XY-3B
XY-1
XY-2
XY-2E

Dual 12” three-way
Bi-amp loudspeaker
Dual 12” hybrid loaded
LF loudspeaker8” two-way passive
mid-high loudspeaker8” two-way Passive/Bi-Amp
mid-high loudspeaker

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Contents
1 Introduction
1.1 Before you start
1.2 Installation guidelines
1.3 System set-up

P.3
P.5
P.5

2 Accessories

P.6

3 Rigging And Caster Setting
3.1 Before Setting
3.1.1 Guide for safe use

P.8

3.2 Procedures
3.2.1 XY-2
3.2.2 Vertical Flying Cradle
3.2.3 Variable Angle Bracket
3.2.4 Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set
3.2.5 Suspension of enclosure using eye bolts
3.2.6 Wheel Board

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4 System Configuration
4.1 Connections
4.2 Changing the XY-2E operation mode

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5 Specifications
5.1 Spec sheet
5.2 Drawing

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1 Introduction
WARNING- These loudspeakers must be installed by a qualified technician as it involves such tasks as selecting alocation for installation, drilling holes in walls/ceiling and wiring. Have the installer carefully follow the
installation instructions.
- Certain technical skills are required to install the loudspeaker. Please have the product installed by aprofessional.
- AlphaTheta Corporation is not responsible for any loss or damage that results from improper installation,
insufficient strength of installation materials, misuse, modification or natural disasters.

1.1 Before you start- Make sure to use amplifiers with rated load impedances that match the speaker impedance for theamplifiers connected to each loudspeaker.
- Furthermore, any devices or objects easily affected by magnetism (floppy disks, magnetic cards, magnetic
tape etc.) should be kept well away from the speakers.
In order to prevent damage to the loudspeaker resulting from input overload, please observe the following
precautions:- If you supply amplification power to the loudspeaker excessively, the speaker could be damaged andoverheating could cause a hazard.
- Only connect, turn ON or OFF the audio system or any one part (such as DJ player and Mixer) when the
power to the amplifier is turned off. If any operations are performed while the amplifier is turned on, there is
the possibility of damaging the treble frequency speaker unit.
- When using a graphic equaliser to emphasise loud sounds in the high-frequency range, do not use
excessive amplifier volume.
- Do not try to force a low-powered amplifier to produce high sound levels as the amplifier’s harmonic
distortion will be increased, and you may damage the speaker.
- These loudspeakers require properly adjusted signal inputs optimized for each speaker units. Otherwise
speaker units may deteriorate even if the power is below the power handling capacity.

CAUTION: installation- Ensure that the floor or stage surface can withstand the weight of the system.
- The installation technician must follow professional installation techniques to protect the loudspeaker against
falling.
- When installing the speakers, make sure that the wall/ceiling is strong enough to support the speakers.
- Improper installation of the speakers could cause them to fall and cause damage or injuries to persons
nearby.
- Do not attempt to stack devices together for use other than specified systems. Such devices may become
unstable and tip over or fall, leading to injury. Make sure to secure each device in place using the pole
mount, ratchet straps or other hardware to prevent them from tipping over or falling when stacking devices
together. AlphaTheta Corporation shall accept no liability for damage or injury caused by accidents resulting
from these products tipping over or falling due to them being insufficiently secured.
- Switch off and unplug your power amplifier and consult the instructions when connecting up components.
Make sure you use the correct connecting cables.
- Keep magnetic objects such as screwdrivers or steel parts away from the tweeter and woofer speakers.
Since the speakers use strong magnets, the objects may be attracted, causing injury or damaging thediaphragm.
- Do not install the loudspeaker in areas exposed to direct sunlight or near heating appliances. Such
conditions may result in shrinkage of the wood materials and finish, leading to deformation of the enclosure,
discolouration, or damage to the speakers. Conditions considered unpleasant by humans are detrimental to
speakers as well. Providing a comfortable environment for the speakers will assist them in demonstrating
their best performance. Please maintain the usage environment as follows:
Temperature:
15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F)
Relative Humidity:
35 % to 65 % (winter)
40 % to 70 % (summer)- Do not store speakers at temperatures outside of the rated temperature range as doing so may cause thespeaker to drop in performance or become damaged.
Storage temperature range:–20 °C to +55 °C (–4 °F to +131 °F)- Do not use the product in locations subject to extreme fluctuations in temperature. Doing so could cause theproduct to malfunction.
- When using room air-conditioners or stoves to rapidly cool or heat room spaces, take precautions to avoid
excessive dehumidification.

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- Avoid placing the speaker near areas such as windows, as outside air can cause condensation to occur
within the speaker.
- These loudspeaker is designed for indoor use only. To avoid electric shock hazard, do not place themoutside, or in an overly humid area.

CAUTION: in use- Do not attempt to use the product for other applications.
- Do not use the speaker to output distorted sound for long periods of times. This can result in a fire hazard.
- Please also remember that vibrations from subwoofer systems can shake other loudspeakers out of place,which may present a toppling hazard.
- Do not attempt to use the product with the XY Series grille detached as doing so could result in damage tothe product. Consult a qualified professional for assistance with removing the grille for maintenancepurposes.
- If you notice anything unusual with a speaker or ceiling suspension hardware, immediately stop using it anddetach it without delay.
- If you notice cracking on the speaker enclosure, immediately stop using it and detach it without delay.
- Detach speakers that are not used or cannot be used without delay.
For XY-2 Only

For Europe
If you want to dispose of this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There isa separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislationthat requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their usedelectronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar
new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery andrecycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands- Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level – a level that lets the sound come throughclearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound, so whatsounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting yourequipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:- Set your volume control at a low setting.
- Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
- Once you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it there.

BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:- Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.
- Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
- Do not use headphones while operating a motorised vehicle; the use of headphones may create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in many areas.

About trademarks and registered trademarks- Pioneer is a registered trademark of PIONEER CORPORATION*.
- SpeakON is a registered trademark of Neutrik.
*The names of companies and products mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

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1 Introduction____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

1.2 Installation guidelines
WARNING- Ensure that the floor, wall, ceiling, or stage surface can withstand the weight of the system. Consult aqualified professional for advice if the strength of the surface is unknown.
- After installation, you must confirm that the speakers are safely installed.
- You must periodically check that the speakers are safely installed , without any loosen bolts, deterioration ofparts, and so on. Also you must check right after earthquake.
- Wherever possible, avoid high stacks and use ratchet straps to secure loudspeakers together. Please also
remember that vibrations from subwoofer systems can shake other loudspeakers out of place, which may
present a toppling hazard. The use of ratchet straps and non-slip material is recommended to prevent this.
- When this product is placed in an elevated place such as on a shelf or stage, a speaker may be moved byvibrations and fall to the floor, causing an injury or accident. Take measures to prevent a speaker fromsliding off a shelf or a stage, etc.
- At least two persons should together lift the speaker to install.
- Give sufficient consideration to safety when performing the work.

Mid-high loudspeaker- The XY-2 yoke is equipped with hole for mounting on the ceiling or walls.
- This mounting hole and included special bolt can be used to mount the XY-2 to the bottom of the XY-3B/XY1/XY-2E.
- Make sure to attach a wire for preventing falling parts and equipment of adequate strength using holes for
mounting secondary safety wires.
- The sides of the XY-2 are equipped with the socket head bolts for adjusting the forward tilt of the speaker.

WARNING- When attaching the speakers to the wall or ceiling, you should first confirm that the wall or ceiling being
used is strong enough to support their weight. If you are unsure then consult a specialist. If the speakers
should fall then it could lead to serious injury, and is potentially very dangerous.
- Check to make sure that any mounting hardware used is enough to support the system, whether using
special hardware designed for the system or commercially available hardware. Make sure to read theIntroduction section in this manual and the instruction manual for the mounting hardware thoroughly before
proceeding. Take every precaution to prevent the product and associated parts from falling as they could
cause serious injury if they fell onto a person.
- Use screws suitable for ceiling material and screw mounting parts in solid locations.
- Make sure to use mounting hardware of sufficient strength to secure the speaker in place when using nondesignated hardware. The speaker could fall, causing accidents, if not properly secured.
- The fall prevention wire must be attached to a suitably strong location. The strength of the location to which
the wire is attached being insufficient can lead to the speakers falling or cause accidents. The fall prevention
wire and screw to attach the fall prevention wire to the ceiling or wall are not supplied with the speakers, so
please purchase them separately.
- Check to make sure that any mounting hardware used is enough to support the system, when using
commercially available hardware. Make sure to read the Introduction section in this manual and the
instruction manual for the mounting hardware thoroughly before proceeding. Be careful not to place any
devices or other equipment on top of the system as such devices could fall, causing severe injury.
- Make sure to install the system in a stable location if using a pole for mounting.
- Make sure to use mounting hardware of sufficient strength to secure the speaker in place. The speakercould fall, causing accidents, if not properly secured.

1.3 System set-up
WARNING- Loudspeaker systems are potentially dangerous objects if used incorrectly. Please ensure that you read thissection fully, and contact your local dealer should you be in any doubt over correct operation procedures.
- Professional loudspeaker systems are capable of producing damage-inducing sound pressure levels, andhence care should be taken when setting your system up, particularly when it comes to loudspeakerplacement within a venue. Damage to the ear can result from levels above 90 dB under prolonged exposure.

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2 Accessories
WARNING- The overhead suspension of loudspeakers is a very serious issue with potentially lethal consequences
should anything go wrong.
Rigging should only be carried out by experienced personnel following safe working practice.
Should you be in any doubt whatsoever, please contact the retailer or dealer from which you purchased
this product.
- When utilising any suspension method, a secondary safety feature must be used. For any suspension
method, fit an eyebolt to any of the rigging points.
A safety steel can then be attached to this and connected to your safety point.

Hardware standby
The following hardware is provided with the XY series products so that commercially-available poles,
brackets and other items can be attached.
(see Table 2-1 "Hardware standby")

Caution- Check to make sure that any commercially available mounting hardware used is enough to support theweight of the speaker system.
- If you use any commercially available eyebolt, ensure it is the same size as in the list below and haveenough strength to withstand the weight of the loudspeaker.
Bolt
size
M10

Length Pitch
Effective[mm] [mm] length [mm]
30
1.5
10~15

Safe working load
limits [kN] ([kg])1.47 (150.0)

Accessories List
All the supplied accessories for XY series are listed in the following "Accessories List."(see Table 2-1 "Accessories List")
Please ensure that you read "Section 1: Introduction" and "Section 3.1 - 3.2" fully, and have the productinstalled by a professional.
Have the installer carefully follow the installation instructions.

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2 Accessories__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Table 2-1. Full-range loudspeaker
HardwareHardwarestandby
Mounting point

Accessories
List

XY-3B
9 x M10threadedpoints(*2)

XY-1
13 x M10
threadedpoints (*2)

Speaker Pole/ Tripod Stand--

Variable Angle
Bracket (*1)
Dual Enclosure
Flying Plate (*1)
Transportation

CP-XY3DF1(*5)
CP-XY3DF1(*5)
CP-XY3WB1CP-XY1DF1(*1)
CP-XY1DF1(*1)-

Setting procedure

XY-2
1 x M12
mounting
point (*3)
35 mmpolemountsocket(*4)

XY-2E
13 x M10
threadedpoints (*2)--

Refer to Section 3.2
Rigging and Caster setting*1 Eye bolts to be used as secondary safety feature are not included with the products.
*2 When you use any commercially available eyebolts, please use the eyebolts meeting thefollowing size and specification.
Bolt Length Pitch
Effective
Safe working loadsize[mm] [mm] length [mm]limits [kN] ([kg])
M10
30
1.5
10~15
1.47 (150.0)*3 Using the included special bolt, attachment to the bottom of XY-3B is also available.
*4 Available by using commercially polemount adapter for the speaker stand.
*5 CP-XY3DF1 also can be used as Variable Angle Bracket not only Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set.

Special bolt included with the XY-2 for attachment to the bottom of the speaker
XY-2 includes a special bolt set for attachment to the bottom of the speaker.
Ensure to read "3.2.2 Horizontal Flying Cradle & XY-2" to attach the XY-2 to the speaker safety.
WARNING:- When attaching the XY-2 to the speakers, do not attach it to
anywhere other than the bottom of the enclosure.
- Do not use the bolt other than special bolt included with XY-2 formounting to the speaker.

Part list
Item

Part Name

1

M10 Special bolt

2
3

Spring Washer
Flat washer

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Qty Service Part No. Note
M10 x 41mm (P=1.5),
16mm hex socket headshoulder bolt
1
M12
1
M12

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting
3.1 Before Setting
3.1.1 Guide for safe use
Improper installation of the speakers could cause them to fall and cause damage or injuries to persons
nearby. Please check the following conditions of all the loudspeakers in this series always before they are
rigged.

WARNING:INTENDED USAGE- Do not use any other method than the one prescribed in this manual.

SAFETY CAUTIONS- Ensure and check all the speaker riggings are sufficiently secure to be used before using them. Damaged
components must be withdrawn from use immediately.
- Ensure the supplied bolts are used to fix the rigging accessories instead of the pre-inserted screws.
- Any installation (permanent or temporary) must be securely attached to the structure of the building using
chain, steel wire or web straps that are certified and load rated for the loudspeaker system.
Consideration must be taken when determining the loading on the structure to include loudspeakers andrigging hardware, and the appropriate safety factor can then be decided upon. If you are in any doubt
whatsoever, please contact the retailer or dealer from which you purchased this product. A reputable rigging
organisation should also be able to advise on legislation regarding safety factors for suspended systems ofthis type.
- Be sure to use the supplied accessory screws.
- Small parts such as flat washer, spring washer and nut out of the reach of children and infants. If
accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.

EYEBOLT STRENGTH- When you use any commercially-available eyebolts, please use theeyebolts meeting the following size and specification:
Bolt
size
M10

Length Pitch
Effective[mm] [mm] length [mm]
30
1.5
10~15

NOTE: XY-3B is shown in the illustration.

Safe working load
limits [kN] ([kg])1.47 (150.0)

NOTE only for XY-3B:
The nuts of the threaded fixing points on XY-3B are structured sothat bolts cannot pass through them. (max threaded length is
15mm.)

Adjusting the direction of eyebolt- Screw the eye bolts into the nuts so that they are engaged within therange of 10 to 15 mm (0.39 to 0.59 in.) and then tighten the nuts with aspanner while matching the direction of the eye bolts to fix them inplace. (Fig. 3-1-1-A)- The safe working load limits of an eyebolt are different depending on
an inclined angle of the wire attached to the eyebolt. If the suspension
angle of the wire attached to the eyebolt is inclined (not vertical) andcorrectly oriented in the plane of pull, be sure to read the catalogue ofthe eye bolt for details of the safe working load limits depending on the
inclined angle. It is generally recommended that an angle of the wireattached to the eye bolt correctly oriented in the plane of pull be 45
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Fig. 3-1-1-A

0 ～ +/- 45 [deg]Fig. 3-1-1-B

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THE SECONDARY SAFETY FEATURE- The secondary safety feature must be used to prevent the speaker from falling. Eye bolts to be used as
secondary safety feature are not included with the products. When you use any commercially-available
eyebolts, the above-listed safe working load limits and other specifications should be met.
- With any suspension method, a second anchor point should be used as safety feature.
- Ensure a wire or a chain to be used as secondary safety feature is securely suspended vertically from theceiling or wall.
If such a wire or a chain is suspended from the inclined ceiling or wall, or it is horizontally suspended,
the wire or the chain would not be effective to prevent an accidental fall.
- Do not use the double safety hoisting accessory enclosure connection together with the main hoisting
accessory connection.
- An appropriate length of wire or chain should be used as second safety feature. It is generally
recommended that the fall prevention wire be 100 mm longer than the main suspension wire/chain/tool.
If the wire or the chain is too long, it would not be effective enough to prevent an accidental fall.

AFTER INSTALLATION- After installation, you must confirm that the speakers are safely installed. You must also periodically checkthem to make sure that they are still safe.
- After installing the speaker, never loosen any of its screws, since the speaker could fall or other accidents
could occur.
- You must confirm that the speakers are safely installed right afeter earthquake.

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3.2 Procedures
3.2.1 XY-2
Using the included yoke, suspension of the XY-2 from the ceiling, wall,and bottom of XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E is available.
The orientation of the enclosure can be changed at any angle.
Several holes on both sides of the outer yoke of the cradle are used tochange the length of the outer yoke so that the distance between theenclosure and the cradle can be adjusted. The factory default sets the
distance between the enclosure and the cradle at the nearest position.
If you want to connect a speaker cable and incline the enclosure,please select a different hole on the outer yoke to enlarge the distance.

Table.3-2-2-A: Installation to the ceiling and wallPart
Installation to Installation to the wall
numberthe ceiling
VerticalHorizontal
Installation
XY-2
Available
Availableprohibited

WARNING:- Be careful not to insert your fingers between the steel arms when you adjust the angle of them.
- XY-2 is not supposed to be used in the following situations, which may cause an injury or accident.
For ALL the models, the following situations are quite dangerous.

Suspending from sloped(non-horizontal) ceilingExcluding installation,loosing the side
levers/handles/bolts.

The outer yoke ofthe cradle is nothorizontal to the wall

Part list (XY-2)
Item
1
2
3
4

Part Name
Main Yoke
Yoke mount
Flat Washer
Spring Washer

5

M10 socket head bolt

6

M10 Special bolt

7
8

Spring Washer
Flat washer

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Qty Service Part No. Note12
2
06D014M10
2
06D015
M10
M10 x 40mm (P=1.5),
28mm hex socket headM10 x 41mm (P=1.5),
16mm hex socket headshoulder bolt
1
M12
1
M12

Required tools
・6mm hex key

・8mm hex key

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Procedure (XY-2 single use)

1 x φ13

Note: The yoke length can be changed by unscrewing the socket
head bolts and choosing mounting holes in the both side plateends of the yoke.
(1) The hole on the top of the yoke can be used to install the
speaker to the ceiling or the wall in the horizontal position.
(Fig.3-2-1-A)
WARNING:- Do not use the special bolt included with XY-2 mounting to theceilings or walls. Included bolt is dedicated for mounting to XY3B/XY-1 / XY-2E.
(2) Once the desired angle of the XY-2 is set, tighten the socket
head bolt on the yoke to lock the position in place at 15N·m
torque. (Fig.3-2-1-A)

Fig.3-2-1-A(3) Secondary safety feature must be provided using the holes on
the back of the XY-2 for secondary safety wires. (Fig.3-2-1-B)
For preventing to occur the noise from secondary safety
wires, wire length should be as short as possible. (Ex. Not
using lower holes on back of XY-2, Surplus wire
length:10cm)

Hole for secondary
safety feature.

Fig.3-2-1-B

Procedure (Attachment to the bottom of XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E)
WARNING:- When attaching the XY-2 to the speaker, do not attach it to
anywhere other than the bottom of the XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E.
- Do not suspend anything other than an XY-2 to the bottom of
the speaker. Also, do not suspend two or more XY-2s.
(1) Using the included special bolts, align the mounting holes on the
top of the XY-2 yoke with the mounting points on the bottom of
the speaker.
WARNING:- Do not use the bolt other than special bolt included with XY-2
for mounting to the speaker.
Ensure that both Spring washer and Flat washer are used - theFlat Washer should be in contact with the XY-2 yoke. Tighten thebolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-1-C)(2) Once the desired angle of the XY-2 is set, tighten the socket
head bolts on the side of yoke to lock the position in place at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-1-C)

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Fig.3-2-1-C
Special Bolt

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socket head cap bolts.
(3) For secandary safety, ensure a commercially available eyebolt tothe mounting point on the bottom of the speaker rear, securely fix
the eye-bolt on the speaker and the hole on the back of XY-2
using secondary safety wire. (Fig.3-2-1-D)

Commercialy available
eye bolt

Safety wire

Hole for secondary
safety feature.

Fig.3-2-1-D

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3.2.2 Vertical Flying Cradle

To the ceiling

When using the Vertical Flying Cradle, suspension of the XY-1 andXY-2E enclosure vertically from the ceiling as shown in the right figure
is available. Speaker models compatible with respective Vertical Flying
Cradles are shown in the table below.

Table.3-2-2-A: Models compatible with respective Vertical Flying CradlesNo.
Use model
XY-1
CP-XY1VC1
XY-2E

NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustration.

WARNING:- Be careful not to insert your fingers between the steel arms when you adjust the angle of them.
- Securely fix the bolts for angle adjustiment of the Vertical Flying Cradle except during the installation work.
- Vertical Flying Cradle is not supposed to be used in the following situations, which may cause an injury or
accident.
For all the models, the following situations are quite dangerous.

Suspending from sloped(non-horizontal) ceilingPart list (CP-XY1VC1)Item Part Name
No
Side plate set
1
Side plate (L)2Side plate (R)3
M10 socket head bolt
4
5Prohibition of connecting
speakers using
commercially available
eyebolts or CP-XY1CON1(Only XY-2 available)

Qty Service
Part No.
1
1
1
7
7
7
1
1
7

-

6
7

Flat washer
Spring washer
Yoke setYoke
M10 socket head bolt

8910Flat washer
Spring washer
Rubber washer

4
4
4

-

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-

Note

Prohibited to install
upside down

Required tools- 8mm hex key

M10 x 40 mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head
M10
M10

M10 x 25 mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head
M10
M10
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Procedure (CP-XY1VC1)(1)Remove the eight pre-inserted mounting screws from the rateral of
enclosure. (Fig.3-2-2-A)

NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustrations below.

Fig.3-2-2-A(2)

Using the supplied six M10 socket head bolts (C), align themounting holes in the side plate (A)/(B) with the mounting points
on the rateral of the enclosure. Ensure that both the Flat
Washer (D) and the Spring Washer (E) are used - the Flat
Washer (D) should be in contact with the cradle. Tighten thebolts over 15 N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-2-B)(D) (E)

(C)

(B)

(A)

Fig.3-2-2-B
The CP-XY1VC1 can be attached to the ceiling in one of the following two ways.
(A) When the yoke is attached to the speaker and then the speaker is mounted to the ceiling.
> Continue with the installation process from section (3a).
(B) When mounting the yoke to the ceiling and then mounting the speakers to the ceiling.
> Continue with the installation process from section (3b).

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting_________________________________________________________________________________________________________(A) When the yoke is attached to the speaker first(F)(3a) Using the supplied four M10 socket head bolts (G), align themain mounting holes and the hole for angle adjustment in theyoke (F) with the mounting points on the side plate. Ensure thatboth the Flat Washer (H) and the Spring Washer (I) are used the Flat Washer (H) should be in contact with the cradle.
Tighten the bolts over 15 N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-2-C)

Fig.3-2-2-C(H) (I)(G)NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustration.
(4a) Install the speakers to the ceiling and loosen the angle
adjustment screws to adjust the direction of the speakers. Oncethe speaker angle is set, retighten the screws. (Fig.3-2-2-D)

1 x φ13

Fig.3-2-2-D
Please read section (8) as your next task.

(B) 2 When the yoke is attached to the ceiling first and then the
speaker is attached to the yoke

1x(F)(3b) Attach the yoke to the ceiling. (Fig.3-2-2-E)

Fig.3-2-2-E

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting_________________________________________________________________________________________________________(4b) Attach the two socket head bolt (G) to the temporary fixing
points on the side plate. Insert the bolts into the side plate by
about 10 mm.
There is no need to install the Flat washer and Spring washer
with the bolts. (Fig.3-2-2-F)(G)

Fig.3-2-2-F
NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustration.
(5b) Lift the speaker up to the ceiling and insert the temporary fixing bolts on the side of the speaker into thetemporary fixing slits in the yoke. (Fig.3-2-2-G)(F)

Fig.3-2-2-G(6b) Once the speaker is attached to the yoke, securely fasten the yoke fixing bolt and angle adjustment socket headbolt. (Fig.3-2-2-H)
After that, remove the temporary fixing bolts. (Fig.3-2-2-I)(G)(H) (I)

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting_________________________________________________________________________________________________________(7b) Loosen the bolts for securing the bolts for adjusting the angle,
and adjust the direction of the speaker. Once the direction of the
speaker is determined, tighten the bolts firmly to secure thespeaker to the yoke. (Fig.3-2-2-J)

Fig.3-2-2-J
NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustration.
(8)

For use as a secondary safety feature, you must attachcommercially available eye bolts to one of the four mounting
holes on the top of the speaker and secure it to the ceiling withwires.

Commercially-available
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3.2.3 Variable Angle Bracket
When using the Variable Angle Bracket, suspension of the enclosure
vertically from the ceiling as shown in the right figure is available. It iseasier to change the inclined angle of Variable Angle Bracket than that of
Vertical Flying Cradle. Speaker models compatible with respective Variable
Angle Brackets is shown in the table below:

NOTE: XY-3B is shown in the illustration.

To the ceiling

Table.3-2-3-A: Models compatible with each Variable Angle Bracket andthe range of inclined angle
No.
CP-XY3DF1
CP-XY1DF1

Use model
XY-3B
XY-1/XY-2E

Fig.3-2-3-A

Plus
degreeMinus
degreeWARNING:- Do not attempt to use this product with components other than the specified speaker.
- Be sure to use the supplied accessory screws.
- Flat washer and spring washer out of the reach of children and infants. If acidentally swallowed, contact adoctor immediately.
- After mounting the speaker with the cradle, never loosen any of its accessory installation screws, since thespeaker could fall or other accidents could occur.
- Attach two or more wires to a rigging point different from those for installing the cradle to prevent swaying.
- Variable Angle Bracket is not supposed to be used in the following situations, which may cause an injury or
accident.

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________Part list (CP-XY3DF1)12
3Dual Enclosure Flying Plate
Rear Plate Top
Rear Plate Bottom

111Service
Part No.
10B917L
10B917S

4

M10 socket head bolt

906B522

5
6

Spring washer
Flat washer

9906D01506D014Item Part Name

Qty

Required tools

Note- 8mm hex key
DisuseDisuseM10 x 20mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head
Included spare: 5
M10, Included spare: 5
M10, Included spare: 5

Part list (CP-XY1DF1)
12Dual Enclosure Flying Plate
Rear Plate

1
1

Service
Part No.
-4

M10 socket head bolt

7

-

5
6

Spring washer
Flat washer

77-Item Part Name

Qty

Required tools

Note- 8mm hex key
DisuseM10 x 40 mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head
Included spare: 3
M10, Included spare: 3
M10, Included spare: 3

Procedure (CP-XY3DF1 / CP-XY1DF1 as Variable angle bracket)
NOTE: XY-1 is shown in the illustration.
(0) Only For CP-XY1DF1
Remove the four blindfold screws on the top surface of XY-1/XY-2E.
(Fig.3-2-3-B)

Fig.3-2-3-A(1) Using the supplied M10 socket head bolts(B), align the mounting
holes in the Dual Flying Plate(A) with the mounting points on the topof the enclosure.
Ensure that both the Spring washers(C) and Flat washers(D) areused - the Flat washer(D) should be in contact with the bracket.
Tighten the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-3-B)

(A)

(B)
(C)
(D)

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________(2) The holes on the top plate can be used to install the speaker to theceiling. (Fig.3-2-3-C)
Note:- For larger down-tilt angles, position the pivot on the last hole anduse the mounting point on the rear or underside as a pull-back.
- When hanging the speakers using the Variable angle bracket, theXY-2 can be attached to the bottom of the XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E.

To the ceiling

WARNING:- Attach two or more wire to a rigging point different from those for
installing the Variable angle bracket to prevent swaying. (Fig.3-2-2-D)- When attaching the XY-2 to the speaker, do not attach it to
anywhere other than the bottom of specified models. Make sure to
use the included bolt, washer, and spring washer supplied with XY-2.
- Do not suspend anything other than an XY-2 to the bottom of the
XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E. Also, do not suspend two or more XY-2s.

Fig.3-2-3-C

Table:3-2-2-B：Mounting point of CP-XY3DF1 and inclined angle of the speaker
The mounting point
Only XY-1
Angle XY-1 + XY-2[°]
Only XY-2E
XY-2E + XY-2

1
17
13
17
13

2
14
10
14
10

3
10
8
10
8

4
7
5
7
5

5
4
2
4
2

6
0
0
0
0

7
-3
-3
-3
-3

8
-7
-5
-7
-5

9
-10
-8
-10
-8

10
-13
-10
-13
-10

11
-17
-13
-17
-13

12
-20
-16
-20
-16

13
-23
-18
-23
-18

14
-26
-20
-26
-20

15
-29
-23
-29
-23

Back

Front
Table:3-2-2-C：Mounting point of CP-XY3DF1 and inclined angle of the speaker
The mounting point
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 1117 14 107
40
-3
-7 -10 -13 -17
Angle Only XY-3B[°]
XY-3B + XY-2
13 10
8
5
2
0
-3
-5
-8 -10 -13

12
-20
-16

13
-23
-18

14
-26
-20

15
-29
-23

16
-31
-25

Back

Front

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Commercially-available eyebolt

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________(3) Ensure the commercially-available eyebolt are secured to mounting
point on the rear top of the enclosure to suspend it with wire as asecondary safety feature. (Fig.3-2-3-E)
For preventing to occur the noise from secondary safety wires,wire length should be as short as possible.

Commercially-available
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3.2.4 Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set
When using the Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set, multiple enclosures
can be stably combined side by side and suspended from the ceiling as
shown in the figure below.

Table.3-2-4-A: Models compatible with Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set
and inclined angle between the 2 enclosures
No.
CP-XY3DF1
CP-XY1DF1

Use model
Fixing mode
XY-3B
Horizontal coverage extension
XY-1
A. Frontal alignment
XY-2E
B. Horizontal coverage extension

NOTE: XY-3Bs are shown in the illustration.
Only for CP-XY1DF1
When using the CP-XY1DF1 to combine XY-1/XY-2E, the direction of the speaker can be selected from thefollowing two settings, depending on the purpose.
A. By aligning the front of the speakers, XY-1 and XY-2E
can be handled like a single full range speaker.

B. XY-2E can be connected at an angle to reducesound interference between the two loudspeakers.

WARNING:- Do not attempt to use this product with components other than the specified speaker.
- Be sure to use the supplied accessory screws.
- Flat washer and spring washer out of the reach of children and infants. If acidentally swallowed, contact adoctor immediately.
- After mounting the speaker with the cradle, never loosen any of its accessory installation screws, since
the speaker could fall or other accidents could occur.
- Attach a wire to a rigging point different from those for installing the cradle to prevent swaying.
- Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set is not supposed to be used in the following situations, which may cause
an injury or accident.

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________Part list (CP-XY3DF1)
Item Part Name

Qty

1

Vertical connection plate

4Service
Part No.
-2

M10 countersunk bolt

9

-

3

Rubber pad

5-

Required toolsNote
M10 x 35 mm (P=1.5),
6 mm hex socket head,
Included spare:1-

・8mm hex key

Part list (CP-XY1DF1)
Item Part Name

Qty

1
2

Dual Enclosure Flying Plate
Rear Plate

1
1

Service
Part No.
-3

M10 socket head bolt

7

-

4
5

Spring washer
Flat washer

77-Required toolsNote
M10 x 40 mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head,
Included spare:1
M10, Included spare:1
M10, Included spare:1

Procedure (CP-XY3DF1 / CP-XY1DF1)・8mm hex key

NOTE: XY-2E is shown in the illustration.

(0) Only For CP-XY1DF1
Remove the two screws on the top surface of XY-1/XY-2E from theside where the speaker contacts. (Fig.3-2-4-A)(1) Using the supplied M10 socket head bolts(B), align the mounting
holes on the Dual enclosure flying plate(A) with the mounting
points of the top of the enclosure. Ensure that both the Spring
washer(C) and Flat washer(D) are used in between the Dualenclosure flying plate(A) and the M10 socket head bolt(B). Tighten
the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4-B)

WARNING:- The top of each enclosure must be fixed with the proper
mounting holes on top plate(A) as following figure.
CP-XY3DF1

Fig.3-2-4-A

(B)
(A)

(C)
(D)

CP-XY1DF1
1. Horizontal Coverage Extension 2. Frontal CoverageFig.3-2-4-B

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Refer to the instructions below to install a rear plate on the back ofeach speaker.

(B)

(C)

(D)

CP-XY1DF1
Using the supplied M10 socket head bolts(B), align the mounting
holes on the Rear plate bottom(F) with the mounting points of therear of the enclosures. Ensure that both the Spring washer(C) and
Flat washer(D) are used in between the rear plate (F) and the M10
socket head bolt(B). Tighten the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4C)
WARNING:- When assembling cluster using the CP-XY1DF1, back of theenclosures must be fixed using a rear plates.

(E)

Rear plate top (E) is

CP-XY3DF1
Using the supplied M10 socket head bolts(B), align the mounting
holes on the Rear plate top(E) and Rear plate bottom(F) with themounting points of the rear of the enclosures. Ensure that both the
Spring washer(C) and Flat washer(D) are used in between the rearplates(E/F) and the M10 socket head bolt(B). Tighten the bolts at
15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4-C)(F)
Fig.3-2-4-C

WARNING:- When assembling cluster using the CP-XY3DF1, back of theenclosures must be fixed using a set of two rear plates.

To the ceiling(3) Holes on the top plate can be used to install the speaker to theceiling. (Fig.3-2-4-D)
Note: Only CP-XY1DF1
When using the CP-XY1DF1 to connect different left and rightspeakers, a wire can be attached to the balancing point and pulled
to keep the weight balanced.
However, do not take down the speaker at the balancing point

Balancing point(Only for CP-XY1VC1)
The range of inclined angle when a CP-XY3DF1 is used tosuspend the speaker from the ceiling is shown in the table below:

Fig.3-2-4-D

The mounting point

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Angle Only XY-3B[°] XY-3B + XY-2

20

18

14

11

8

5

2

-1

-5

-8

-11

-14

-17

-20

-23

-25

16

14

11

9

7

4

2

-1

-3

-6

-8

-11

-13

-15

-18

-20

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Note:- For larger down-tilt angles, position the pivot on the last hole anduse the point on the rear or underside as a pull-back.
- XY-2 can be attached to the bottom of each enclosure.

Commercially-available wire

WARNING:- Attach two or more wire to a rigging point different from those for
installing the cluster to prevent swaying. (Fig.3-2-4-D)- When attaching the XY-2 to the XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E, do not attach
it to anywhere other than the bottom of the speaker. Make sure to
use the included bolt, washer, and spring washer.
- Do not suspend anything other than an XY-2 to the bottom of the
XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E. Also, do not suspend two or more XY-2s toeach of the enclosure.

Commercially-available
eyebolt
Fig.3-2-4-D(4) Ensure the two commercially-available eyebolt are secured tomounting point on the top of each enclosure to suspend it with wire
as a secondary safety feature. (Fig.3-2-4-E)

Commercially-available
eyebolt

For preventing to occur the noise from secondary safety wires,wire length should be as short as possible.

Fig.3-2-4-E

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Assembling the cluster using Dual enclosure flying plate and Vertical connection plate
By using the dual enclosure flying plate and vertical connection plate,
XY-1/XY-2E can be connected horizontally and vertically to assemble acluster.

NOTE: All the parts for a combination of Dual Enclosure Flying
Plate Set and Vertical connection plate set should be compatible
with respective speakers, XY-1 and XY-2E.
Maximum number of connections
The maximum number of these connections is 3 horizontally and 3
vertically. An XY-2 can also be connected underneath it. (Fig.3-2-4-F)

Fig.3-2-4-F

WARNING:- Do not attempt to use this product with components other than the specified speaker.
- Be sure to use the supplied accessory screws.
- Flat washer and spring washer out of the reach of children and infants. If acidentally swallowed, contact adoctor immediately.
- After mounting the speaker with the cradle, never loosen any of its accessory installation screws, since
the speaker could fall or other accidents could occur.
- Attach two or more wires to a rigging point different from those for installing the cradle to prevent swaying.
- The Variable Angle Bracket and the Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set are not supposed to be used in thefollowing situations, which may cause an injury or accident.

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________Part list
Dual Enclosure Flying Plate Set (CP-XY1DF1)
Service
Item Part Name
Qty
Part No.
1
Dual Enclosure Flying Plate
1 2
Rear Plate
1 3

M10 socket head bolt

7

-

4
5

Spring washer
Flat washer

7
7-Vertical connection plate set (CP-XY1CON1)
Service
Item Part Name
Qty
Part No.
1
Vertical connection plate
4 2

M10 countersunk bolt

9

-

3

Rubber pad

5-

Required toolsNote- 8 mm hex key

M10 x 20mm (P=1.5),
8mm hex socket head,
Included spare:1
M10, Included spare:1
M10, Included spare:1

Required toolsNote- 6 mm hex key

M10 x 30mm (P=1.5),
6 mm hex socket head,
Included spare:1-

Procedure(1) Pile up XY-1/XY-2Ｅ and put a rubber pad between them.
(Fig.3-2-4-H)

Fig.3-2-4-H

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________(2) Remove the blindfold screws on the sides of XY-1/XY-2E, and use
Countersunk bolts to secure the vertical connection plate to the
speaker and connect the upper and lower speakers together.
Tighten the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4-I)

Fig.3-2-4-I(4) Secure each stack connected by CP-XY1CON1 with the top plateof CP-XY1DF1. Tighten the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4-I)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)

Fig.3-2-4-J(5) Using the supplied M10 socket head bolts(B), align the mounting
holes on the Rear plate (F) with the mounting points of the rear of
the enclosures. Ensure that both the Spring washer(C) and Flat
washer(D) are used in between the rear plates(F) and the M10
socket head bolt(B). Tighten the bolts at 15N·m torque. (Fig.3-2-4K)

WARNING:- When assembling cluster using the CP-XY1DF1, back of theenclosures must be fixed using a rear plates.

(B)

(C)

(D)

(F)

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting__________________________________________________________________________________________________________(6) Holes on the top plate can be used to install the speaker to the

To the ceiling

ceiling. (Fig.3-2-4-L)
Note: Only CP-XY1VC1
When using the CP-XY1DF1 to connect different left and rightspeakers, a wire can be attached to the balancing point and pulled
to keep the weight balanced.
However, do not take down the speaker at the balancing point

Fig.3-2-4-L
Balancing point

Note:- For larger down-tilt angles, position the pivot on the last hole anduse the point on the rear or underside as a pull-back.
- XY-2 can be attached to the bottom of each enclosure.

Commercially-available wire

WARNING:- Attach two or more wire to a rigging point different from those for
installing the cluster to prevent swaying. (Fig.3-2-3-M)- When attaching the XY-2 to the XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E, do not attach
it to anywhere other than the bottom of the speaker. Make sure to
use the included bolt, washer, and spring washer.
- Do not suspend anything other than an XY-2 to the bottom of the
XY-3B/XY-1/XY-2E. Also, do not suspend two or more XY-2s toeach of the enclosure.

Commercially-available
eyebolt

Fig.3-2-4-M(4) Ensure the two or more commercially-available eyebolt are
secured to mounting point on the top of each enclosure to suspend
it with wire as a secondary safety feature. (Fig.3-2-4-N)

Commercially-available

For preventing to occur the noise from secondary safety wires,wire length should be as short as possible.

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3.2.5 Suspension of the enclosure using the eyebolt
The speaker has the mounting points where commercially-available eyebolts can be mounted. Using thecommercially-available eyebolts, a speaker or a combination of them can be vertically suspended.

WARNING:
Specification of eyebolt- If you use any commercially available eyebolt, ensure it is the same size as in the list below andhave enough strength to withstand the weight of the loudspeaker.
Table.3-2-5-A: Specification of eyebolt for each model
Bolt Length Pitch
Effective
Safe working loadsize[mm] [mm] length [mm]limits [kN] ([kg])
M10
30
1.5
10~15
1.47 (150.0)
NOTE only for XY-3B:
The nuts of the threaded fixing points on XY-3B are
structured so that bolts cannot pass through them. (maxthreaded length is 15mm.)
Adjusting the direction of eyebolt
Screw the eye bolts into the nuts so that they are engaged
within the range of 10 to 15 mm (0.39 to 0.59 in.) and thentighten the nuts with a spanner while matching the directionof the eye bolts to fix them in place.
NOTE: XY-3B is shown in the illustration.

Limits of combining multiple speakers- Be sure to meet the conditions and requirements shown in the Table.3-2-5-B.
Table.3-2-5-B: Limits and requirements of combining multiple speakers using eyebolts
Max. No. of Total
Min. No. of Suspension
Max. working load
Model
Enclosures
Lines for One Enclosures limit/mounting point
Three,*Combination with eyebolt
XY-3B*Horizontal suspending is
60 kg
is not allowed
not allowedTwo,
XY-1/XY-2E Three*Horizontal suspending is
60 kg
not allowed
Eyebolt is not supposed to be used in the following situations, which may cause an injury or accident.
For all the models, the following situations are quite dangerous.
For all models :Only for the following model : XY-3B

Over 120 kg

Suspending horizontallyusing eyebolts

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3 Rigging And Caster Setting___________________________________________________________________________________________________________The enclosure can be inclined downward. The locations and number of mounting points of each model are listed
in the Table.3-2-5-C.
Table.3-2-5-C: Locations and number of mounting points of each model
Location
Model
Hole size
Top / Bottom
Left / Right
Rear
XY-3B
M10
4 on top
N/A
4
1 on bottom
XY-1/XY-2E
M10
4 on top
N/A
4
5 on bottom

XY-3B
Top

BottomRear*Center hole is only
for combining XY-2

XY-1 / XY-2E
Top

BottomRear*Center hole is only
for combining XY-2

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3.2.6 Wheel Board
A wheel board to help with transportation can be attached to the front of
the XY-3B. Lock casters are provided to prevent unexpected movementwith the wheel board. Also, you can use the wheel boards to stack two
enclosures.

Part list (CP-XY3WB1)
Item
1

Part Name
Wheel Board

Qty
1

Service Part No.
-

Note

Procedure(1) Attach the wheel board to the front of the enclosure using thebutterfly latches on both sides of the wheel board. (Fig.3-2-6-A)(2) Lower down the cabinet so that its back is facing upward.
(Fig.3-2-6-B)
WARNING :- When attaching the wheel board to the enclosure, securely
tighten the butterfly latches to the brackets on the sides of theenclosure.
- When attaching the wheel board to the enclosure, be sure toattach it so that the lock caster side is on the bottom side of thecabinet.
- The work to raise up and lower down the enclosure fortransportation must be performed by two or more persons. Also,
when raising up the enclosure after transportation, be sure to lockthe lock casters.
- Be sure to lock the lock casters except during transportation.
Additionally, do not place the enclosures in a sloping location.
- When stacking, do not se any other method than that specified
in the user's manual. Additionally, do not stack more than threedeep, stack in a sloping location, or stack any products other thanthe XY-3B.
- Stacking work should always be performed by two or more
people.
- When stacking, apply the locking castor locks firmly.
Additionally, after stacking, check that the guide on the undersideof the wheel board on the upper enclosure is fit firmly into theenclosure on the underside.

Butterfly
latch

Fig.3-2-6-A
Locking Castor

Fig.3-2-5-B

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4 System Configuration
4.1 Connections
Power Amplifier Recommendations
In order to deliver best audio quality, amplifiers made by Powersoft is recommended to be used with the XY
series loudspeakers.
Please refer to the table below for the combination of amplifiers with respective loudspeakers.

Table 4-1-1 Specification of LoudspeakerSpeaker model
Nominal Impedance
RMS
Power
Handling
Peak
X- Series
Recommended
Amplifier

T-Series
Quattrocanali

XY-3B
LF
MHF
4Ω
8Ω
1400 W
270 W
2800 W
540 W
X8
X4

XY-1

XY-2/2E

4Ω
1400 W
2800 W
X8
X4

8Ω
270 W
540 W

T604
(Bridge)
4804D

T604
(Bridge)
4804D

T604

T604
4804D
2404D

4804D
2404D

Table 4-1-2 Spesification of Power Amplifier
Application

T-Series

Touring

Model
X8
X4
T604
T304
T602
T302
K20
K10
K6
K3
K2
M50Q
M30D
M28Q

8
4
4
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
2
4

Per channel@2Ω @4Ω @8Ω
5,200 W 3,000 W 1,600 W
5,200 W 3,000 W 1,600 W
1,500 W 1,500 W 1,250 W
750 W 750 W 750 W
3,000 W 2,500 W 1,300 W
1,500 W 1,500 W 1,200 W
9,000 W 5,200 W 2,700 W
6,000 W 4,000 W 2,000 W
3,600 W 2,500 W 1,300 W
2,800 W 2,600 W 1,400 W
2,400 W 1,950 W 1,000 W
1,250 W 750 W
1,500 W 900 W
700 W 360 W

M20D

2

1,200 W

600 W

2,400 W

M14D

2
8
8
8
4
4
4
4
2
2
2
2

700 W 360 W
1,000 W 1,500 W 850 W
850 W 1,000 W 600 W
450 W 500 W 250 W
1,800 W 2,400 W 1,600 W
1,500 W 1,200 W 1,200 W
800 W 600 W 600 W
400 W 300 W 300 W
4,600 W 3,200 W 1,800 W
3,000 W 2,400 W 1,250 W
1,000 W 800 W 800 W
500 W 400 W 400 W

1,400 W
3,000 W
2,000 W
1,000 W
4,800 W
2,400 W
1,200 W
600 W
6,400 W
4,800 W
1,600 W
800 W

Series

X-Series

K-Series

M-Series

12K4
8K4
4K4
8804
4804
Quattrocanali
2404
1204
6404
4804
Duecanali
1604
804
Ottocanali

Install

Output power

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Bridge mode@4Ω@8Ω
10,400 W
6,000 W
10,400 W
6,000 W
3,000 W
3,000 W
1,500 W
1,500 W
6,000 W
5,000 W
3,000 W
3,000 W
18,000 W
10,400 W
12,000 W
8,000 W
7,200 W
5,000 W
5,600 W
5,200 W
4,800 W
3,900 W
2,500 W
3,000 W
1,400 W

2,000 W
1,700 W
900 W
3,600 W
3,000 W
1,600 W
800 W
9,200 W
6,000 W
2,000 W
1,000 W

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Loudspeaker connections
WARNING:- Ensure that cables are compatible with both the specifications of the Power Amplifier andSpeaker used.
- Using wrong pinouts may cause damage to the speakers or cause accidents.
The XY Series are supplied as standard with Neutrik SpeakON™ NL4 connectors, wired pin 1+/1– and2+/2-.
Pin 2+/2- is used for mid-high drivers in the XY-3B, and in the other models used for only link-through.
It is recommended that the resistance of your cable be less than one tenth of the nominal system
impedance.
Given below are the recommended maximum cable lengths for different cross-sections and impedances.
Max recommended cable length
4Ω
8Ω
16 Ω

Conductor Cross
Sectional Area
1.0 mm2

11 m

22 m

44 m

2

17 m

34 m

68 m

2.0 mm2

22 m

44 m

88 m

2.5 mm2

29 m

58 m

116 m

4.0 mm2

44 m

88 m

176 m

6.0 mm2

66 m

132 m

264 m

1.5 mmXY-3B

PASSIVE NETWORK

XY-1

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XY-2E (Bi-amp mode)

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4 System Configuration____________________________________________________________________________________________________________CAUTION :Each amplifier has different pinouts for the Neutrik SpeakON™ connectors(NL4) .
Following are only examples of connection. Please refer to the amplifier's manual forfurther information.

X-Series
Two single-ended loads

Bridge-tied load

OUT1

OUT2

1

1+

1-

1-

2

2+

2-

2-

invertininvertin

OUT1 1+ : Speaker 1+
1- : NC
OUT2 2+ : NC
2- : Speaker 1-

OUT1 1+ : Speaker 1+
1- : Speaker 1OUT2 1+ : Speaker 2+
1- : Speaker 2-

K-Series
Bridge-tied loadSingle-ended loads
OUT1

CH A

CH A

OUT1

1

1

1-

2

12

2-

2-

LINK
CH B

CH A
OUT2

invertin

OUT2

invertin

1
1-

1

2-

2

1-

2

OUT1 1+
1OUT2 1+
1-

2-

2+ (Parallel) : Speaker
2- (Parallel) : Speaker
2+ (Parallel) : Speaker
2- (Parallel) : Speaker

OUT1 1+
1OUT2 1+
1-

1+
12+
2-

2+ (Parallel) : Speaker 1+
2: NC
2+
: NC
2- (Parallel) : Speaker 1-

It is written in Amplifier's USER GUIDE that 1+ and 2+, 1- and 2- pins of amplifier are used
parallely.

M-Series
Single-ended loads

Bridge-tied load
CH1 OUTCH 1

CH1 OUT

CH 1

1+

1

1-

1-

2+

2
2-

2-

LINK
CH 1

CH 2
CH2 OUT

invertin

1

1

1-

1-

2

2
2-

OUT1 1+ : Speaker 1+
1- : Speaker 1OUT2 1+ : Speaker 2+
1- : Speaker 2-

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CH2 OUT

inverting2-

OUT1 2+ : Speaker 1+
2- : Speaker 1-

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4.2 Changing the XY-2E operation mode
The operation mode of the XY-2E can be changed from the Passive mode (Initial state) to the Bi-amp
mode. When changing the operation mode.
WARNING:- If wiring is carried out incorrectly, it may result in damage to the amplifier and speaker unit.

Procedure(1) Remove the Phillips screw from the door at theback of the enclosure.

(2) Disconnect the cable connected to the back of
the door.

(3) Remove the MF and HF cables connected to the passive crossover installed in the enclosure.

(4) Attach the MF and HF cables removed from the passive crossover to the terminals on the back of the door.

1+ : Brown

1- : Blue

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2- : Yellow

2+ : White(5) Attach the door to the enclosure.
The speaker cable connection and the drive unit
driven by the speaker cable correspond to thefollowing.

1+/1- : MF unit
2+/2- : HF unit

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5 Specifications
5.1 Spec sheet
XY-3B/XY-3B-W

Product NamePower Handling AES* 5.
Dispersion* 3.
Max SPL * 4.

XY-2

LF
55 Hz to 400 Hz (-10 dB @ 45 Hz)

MF
235 Hz to 17 kHz (-10 dB @ 150 Hz)

102 dB
4W
1400 W AES, 5600 W Peak

107 dB
8Ω
270 W AES, 1080 W Peak

102 dB
4Ω
1400 W AES, 5600 W Peak

107 dB
8Ω
270 W AES, 1080 W Peak-

50°H × 35 °V-

50°H × 35 °V

133 dB cont., 139 dB peak

130 dB(cont.), 136 dB(peak)

133 dB cont., 139 dB peak

130 dB(cont.), 136 dB(peak)

12” neodymium cone driver x 2

8" neodymium cone driver
1" exit neodymium compression driver

12” neodymium cone driver x 2

8" neodymium cone driver
1" exit neodymium compression driver

Dual 12” three-way bi-amp loudspeaker

Loudspeaker Type
SectionFrequency Response(+/-3dB)* 1.
Sensitivity (1W/1m) * 2.
Nominal Impedance

XY-1/XY-1-W
Dual 12” hybrid loaded
LF loudspeaker
55 Hz to 400 Hz (-10 dB @ 45 Hz)

Driver Configuration

Asymmetric internal passive-

Crossover-8” two-way Passive
mid-high loudspeaker
235 Hz to 17 kHz (-10 dB @ 150 Hz)

Asymmetric internal passive

Connectors

2 x Neutrik SpeakON™ NL 4

2 x Neutrik SpeakON™ NL 4

2 × Neutrik SpeakON™ NL4MD-V

Dimensions (WxHxD)

530 mm x 1080 mm x 540 mm(20.7" x 42.5" x 21.3")

530 mm x 578 mm x 540 mm(20.7" x 22.8" x 21.3")

480 mm x 480 mm x 376 mm(18.9" x 18.9" x 14.8")
Not including Flying Yoke

34.0 kg ( 74.9 lb)

13.5kg (29.8 lbs)

23 x M10 threaded mounting points (4 top / 5bottom / 4 rear / 5 left / 5 right)
2 x Flush handles (1 left / 1 right)
CP-XY1VC1 - Vertical flying cradle
CP-XY1DF1 - Dual enclosure flying plate
CP-XY1CON1 - Vertical connection plate

1 x ø13 mounting point on yoke, Attach to
XY-3B

58.0 kg (127.9 lb)

Weight

9 x M10 threaded mounting points (4 top / 1 bottom / 4 rear)
7 x flush handles (2 top / 2 left / 2 right / 1 rear)
CP-XY3DF1 - Dual enclosure flying plate
CP-XY3WB1 - Wheelboard

Rigging & Hardware

Hex punched steel

Grill

15 mm (0.6") birch plywood

Enclosure

Impact-resistant, Black/White semi-matt textured

FinishSuggested Power
AmplifierHex punched steel-

15 mm (0.6") birch plywood

PolyurethaneBlack: Impact and weather resistanttextured polyurethane paint,
White: Impact resistant textured paint

Polyurethane

Powersoft Quattrocanali 4804D(Bridgemode), T-Series T604(Bridge mode), XSeries X4, X8.

Powersoft Quattrocanali 2404D, 4804D,
T- Series T604

Powersoft Quattrocanali 4804D(Bridgemode), T-Series T604(Bridge mode), XSeries X4, X8.

Powersoft Quattrocanali 2404D, 4804D,
T- Series T604

PT-XY3LF1- LF Driver

PT-XY3HF1- HF Comp Driver
PT-XY3MF1- MF Driver

PT-XY3LF1- LF Driver

PT-XY3HF1- HF Comp Driver
PT-XY3MF1- MF Driver

Spare Parts

Notes: 1. Measured on-axis at 2m in an anechoic environment and referenced to 1m. / 2. Measured in half space at 2m with 4W sine wave input and referenced to 1m / 3. Nominal dispersion,
measured in an anechoic environment and averaged over stated bandwidth. / 4. Calculated at 1m, and verified by subjective listening test of familiar program material. / 5. AES Standard ANSI
S4.26-1984.

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5.1 Spec sheet
Product Name

XY-2E/XY-2E-W (Passive mode) XY-2E/XY-2E-W (Bi-amp mode)
8” two-way Passive/Bi-Amp mid-high loudspeaker

Loudspeaker Type

Section235 Hz to 17 kHz (-10 dB @ 150 Hz)
Frequency Response(+/ -3dB)* 1.
Sensitivity (1W /1m) * 2. 107 dB
8Ω
Nominal Impedance
270 W AES, 1080 W PeakPower Handling AES* 5.

MF: 235 Hz to 3.5 kHz (-10 dB @ 150 Hz)
HF: 1.4 kHz to 17 kHz
MF: 107 dB / HF: 110 dB
MF: 8 Ω / HF: 8 Ω
MF: 200 W AES, 800 W Peak
HF: 70 W AES, 280 W Peak
50°H × 35 °V

Dispersion* 3.

130 dB(cont.), 136 dB(peak)

Max SPL * 4.

8" neodymium cone driver
1" exit neodymium compression driver

Driver Configuration
CrossoverAsymmetric internal passive-

2 × Neutrik SpeakON™ NL4MD-V

Connectors

530 mm x 578 mm x 540 mm(20.7" x 22.8" x 21.3")

Dimensions (WxHxD)

29.0 kg ( 63.9 lb)

WeightRigging & Hardware

23 x M10 threaded mounting points (4 top / 5 bottom / 4 rear / 5 left / 5 right)
2 x Flush handles (1 left / 1 right)
CP-XY1VC1 - Vertical flying cradle, CP-XY1DF1 - Dual enclosure flying plate
CP-XY1CON1 - Vertical connection plate

-

Grill

15 mm (0.6") birch plywood

EnclosureBlack: Impact and weather resistant textured polyurethane paint,
White: Impact resistant textured paintFinishPowersoft Quattrocanali 2404D, 4804D, T- Series T604
Suggested Power
Amplifier

Spare Parts

PT-XY3HF1- HF Comp Driver
PT-XY3MF1- MF Driver

Notes: 1. Measured on-axis at 2m in an anechoic environment and referenced to 1m. / 2. Measured in half space at 2m with 4W sine wave input and referenced to 1m / 3. Nominal dispersion,
measured in an anechoic environment and averaged over stated bandwidth. / 4. Calculated at 1m, and verified by subjective listening test of familiar program material. / 5. AES Standard ANSI
S4.26-1984.

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5 Specifications
5.2 Drawing

NOTE: The nuts of the threaded fixing points on XY-3B
are structured so that bolts cannot pass through them.
(max threaded length is 15mm.)

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5.2 Drawing

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A4

XY-1

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5.2 Drawing

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XY-2E