Community R6-51 Installation & Operation Manual Download Page 7

Community R6-51 & R6-BASSHORN Installation / Operation Manual — Page 7 

 

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All-Weather, All-Purpose 

The R6-BASSHORN and R6-51 are large-format, very high-power loudspeakers intended for use in demanding 
applications that require extreme output levels. They are designed to handle the harshest outdoor environmental 
conditions, but it should be kept in mind that they are often the ideal choice for indoor environments as well.  

Both models are fully horn-loaded, manufactured from hand-laid fiberglass, and powered by industry-leading 
electro-mechanical drivers. Horn-loading provides the highest possible efficiency, excellent transient response, 
and predictable pattern control - all of which equate to superior sound quality.  

Fiberglass construction ensures that these loudspeakers can withstand continual exposure to the elements and 
are free from the decomposition that can occur over time with wood-based products.  

Community’s proprietary drivers provide superb sonic quality and are engineered for durability and longevity. 
They exhibit exceptional resistance to potentially damaging environmental conditions, as do the enclosures 
themselves. Both models meet the needs of numerous applications, some of which are listed below:  

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS 

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Stadiums 

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Athletic Fields (football, soccer, baseball, tennis) 

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Sports Arenas 

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Music Pavilions 

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Racetracks & Motor Speedways 

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Gymnasiums & Field Houses  

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Theme Parks and Amusement Parks  

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Swimming Pools and Water Parks 

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Ski Slopes 

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Cruise Ships  

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Carillons  

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Fairgrounds  

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Rodeos  

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Air Shows 

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Skating Rinks 

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Convention Centers 

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Factories & Warehouses 

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Portable Sound for Live Outdoor & Indoor Events 

Please see our comprehensive 60 page R-Series Application Guide for advice and information on how to  
best utilize the R6-51 and R6-BASSHORN, as well as how to utilize other R-Series loudspeakers.  The 
Guide contains a wealth of knowledge, along with  numerous examples of successful installations.  

 

 

 

 

  
 

INTRODUCTION / FEATURES 

Summary of Contents for R6-51

Page 1: ...R6 51 R6 BASSHORN INSTALLATION OPERATION MANUAL Weather Resistant High Fidelity High Output Loudspeaker Systems...

Page 2: ...N 55082 1 03 1993 The authorized declaration and compatibility certification resides with the manufacturer and can be viewed upon request The responsible manufacturer is the company Community Light So...

Page 3: ...VBS Series First product series with all drivers Ferrofluid cooled First air cooled loudspeakers for touring systems AirForce First three way cinema loudspeaker systems Paramount Executive Studio Thea...

Page 4: ...tion Pages 10 11 Use of Protective Limiting Page 11 Electrical Installation Connecting to the Loudspeaker Pages 11 12 Mounting Point Dimensions Page 13 Mechanical Installation Pages 14 15 Rigging Cons...

Page 5: ...in the vicinity RIGGING AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY DANGER The loudspeakers described in this manual are designed and intended to be flown mounted or suspended for maximum acoustical performance using a var...

Page 6: ...in any way they can but it is the responsibility of the party receiving the shipment to file the damage claim This is a provision of law in the USA and in most countries It s always a good idea to re...

Page 7: ...ee from the decomposition that can occur over time with wood based products Community s proprietary drivers provide superb sonic quality and are engineered for durability and longevity They exhibit ex...

Page 8: ...R6 51 is Community s largest one piece solution for the most demanding of applications It features a high fidelity wide range response that s capable of accurately reproducing any musical genre while...

Page 9: ...id High Frequency Horn Mounts Three 3 8 16 stainless steel hex head bolts each on the top and bottom Used to retain the mid high frequency horn assembly to the horn enclosure CAUTION NOT FOR ENCLOSURE...

Page 10: ...brighten up the higher frequencies and round out the lower frequencies but they should be restricted to no more than approximately 3 dB in order to avoid damage to the drivers Equalization cuts can be...

Page 11: ...strict output voltages to a maximum of 69VRMS for the R6 BASSHORN and the low frequency section of the R6 51BIAMP full range The Mid High section of the R6 51BIAMP should be restricted to a maximum of...

Page 12: ...er 0 2 ohm However for lengths over 100 feet the wire gauges needed to meet this requirement are usually not a practical choice for both physical and cost reasons Therefore 10 AWG American Wire Gauge...

Page 13: ...Community R6 51 R6 BASSHORN Installation Operation Manual Page 13 MOUNTING POINT DIMENSIONS...

Page 14: ...Community does not supply a yoke fasteners or any other mounting hardware with the R6 51 or R6 BASSHORN The installer must supply all such hardware and is responsible for designing a secure mounting s...

Page 15: ...1 We recommend directing the loudspeaker downward at least 15 degrees so as to reduce the possibility of rain and other precipitation that might compromise the performance of the loudspeaker over tim...

Page 16: ...regulations require safety cables chains or other secondary supports in the event that the primary support may fail due to seismic concerns excessive wind loads or any other reasons Safety attachment...

Page 17: ...d rigging loudspeakers the use of eyebolts hoist rings and other safety cabling hardware should be included in a rigging plan that has been reviewed and approved by a licensed P E Professional Enginee...

Page 18: ...ity 1W 1m 1 3 octave bands LF 109 dB SPL 50 Hz 630 Hz MF HF 113 dB SPL 630 Hz 16 kHz 114 dB SPL 250 Hz 4 kHz speech range LF 109 dB SPL 50 Hz 630 Hz MF HF 113 dB SPL 630 Hz 16 kHz 114 dB SPL 250 Hz 4...

Page 19: ...lbs 92 6 kg Shipping Weight 369 lbs 167 4 kg 266 lbs 120 7 kg Model R6 51BIAMP R6 BASSHORN Drivers LF 6 x 12 weather treated Ferrofluid cooled MF 6 x M200 2 exit non metallic diaphragm HF 6 x 1 exit...

Page 20: ...en be checked with a handheld polarity tester to verify that no phase errors are present 2 Next the gain structure of the system should be established Each component in the signal path should be adjus...

Page 21: ...Community R6 51 R6 BASSHORN Installation Operation Manual Page 21 INTERNAL WIRING GUIDE R6 51BIAMP WIRING R6 BASSHORN WIRING...

Page 22: ...ulty wiring connec tion Using an ohmmeter check the continuity of the crimp connectors all solder joints on the crossover and the wiring to the drivers Also visually inspect solder joints as cold join...

Page 23: ...hout factory authorization or by anyone other than authorized Community Field Service Stations This warranty is void if the serial number has been defaced altered or removed Products covered by this w...

Page 24: ...entional damage Theft vandalism fire etc Defects resulting from normal wear and tear Final determination of warranty coverage lies solely with the Community factory This Community warranty is not exte...

Page 25: ...______________________ _________________________________________________________________________ DSP Settings_______________________________________________________________ ___________________________...

Page 26: ...For high level very long throw low frequency reinforcement R2 Three way full range 70 Hz to 16 kHz LF 2 x 12 MF 1 x 2 HF 1 x 1 Model R2 52Z features MF 2 x 2 400W RMS 1000W PGM 4 ohms Available cover...

Page 27: ...Community R6 51 R6 BASSHORN Installation Operation Manual Page 27 R SERIES OPERATING DISTANCES...

Page 28: ...Community Professional Loudspeakers 333 East Fifth Street Chester PA 19013 4511 USA TEL 1 610 876 3400 FAX 1 610 874 0190 www communitypro com 2010 All Rights Reserved 9FEB2011...

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