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G-Series User Manual v1.0 

WARRANTY 
 

Limited Warranty 
 
This Global 9 loudspeaker product is warranted to the original end-user purchaser and all subsequent owners for a period of 

two years

 from the original date of purchase. 

 
Warranty Coverage 
 
This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.  It does not include: 

 

Damage or failure caused by accident, misuse, neglect, abuse or modification by any person other than an authorised 
Global 9 representative. 

 

Damage or failure caused by operating the loudspeaker product contrary to the instructions contained within this 
manual. 

 

Damage caused during shipment. 

 

Claims based on any misrepresentation by the seller. 

 

Products which contain anything other than the original components (or Global 9 factory supplied spare parts). 

 

Products on which the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced. 

 
Returning your Global 9 loudspeaker 
 
Should your G-Series loudspeaker develop a fault, please return it (freight prepaid) in its original packaging, along with proof 
of purchase to your local dealer, including a description of the suspected fault.  Serial numbers must be quoted in all 
correspondence relating to the claim.  Global 9 or its representatives are in no way liable for any loss or damage in transit, 
and hence it is recommended that the sender insure the shipment.  Global 9 will pay for return freight should the repair be 
covered under warranty. 
 
Global 9’s liability is to the replacement or repair (at our discretion) of any defective components, and as such are not liable 
for any incidental and consequential damages including (without limitation) injury to persons, damage to property or loss of 
use. 
 

This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied.  This warranty is also in addition to 
– and in no way detracts from – your statutory rights as a consumer. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for G12

Page 1: ...obal 9 G Series PA Installation Loudspeakers User Manual v1 0 G6 fullrange enclosure G8 fullrange enclosure G12 fullrange enclosure G15 fullrange enclosure G212B subwoofer G218B subwoofer www global 9 com Copyright Global 9 Ltd 2006 ...

Page 2: ...loudspeaker 5 G15 passive two way fullrange loudspeaker 5 G212B active passive subwoofer 6 G218B subwoofer 7 System Set up Safety Considerations 8 Cabling Amplifier selection 9 Mounting Rigging Options Rigging Hardware Accessories 10 Permanent Installations 10 Maintenance G6 Drive Unit Service 11 G8 Drive Unit Service 11 G12 Drive Unit Service 12 G15 Drive Unit Service 12 G212B Drive Unit Service ...

Page 3: ...ting your local Global 9 dealer or email info global 9 com for further assistance Unpacking Every G Series product is built to the highest standard and thoroughly tested before it leaves the factory After unpacking your loudspeaker please inspect it carefully for any signs of transit damage If such damage is found please notify the carrier at once to instigate a claim It is suggested that you reta...

Page 4: ...ed in a wide variety of applications from compact floor monitoring to multi zoning in permanent installations G8 Loudspeaker The G8 is a compact fullrange loudspeaker Contained within the sturdy Birch plywood enclosure is a powerful 8 LF driver and a 1 HF compression driver on a rotatable 70 x 50 horn As with all G Series fullrange enclosures a G Phase passive crossover network maintains flat freq...

Page 5: ... a wide variety of possible applications G15 Loudspeaker The G15 is a the largest fullrange loudspeaker in the G Series It is intended for large scale live sound reinforcement high power stage monitoring or larger installations The sturdy Birch plywood enclosure houses a neodymium 15 LF driver with a 2 exit HF compression driver on a 60 H x 40 V horn Controlled dispersion throughout the operating ...

Page 6: ...e through a single exit For ease of use in mobile applications an internal passive crossover is fitted to allow a single amplifier channel to drive both the G212B and a suitable mid high enclosure Alternatively using the switch on the rear of the enclosure the G212B can be changed from passive to active mode where an active crossover can be used instead for more demanding applications For ease of ...

Page 7: ... the enclosure size is kept to a minimum whilst still producing the required low frequency performance It features a pair of high power 18 LF drive units each in their own vented chamber Both drive units then fire through a single exit An active crossover is required for the G218B to function correctly For ease of transportation in portable applications the G212B is supplied and recessed handles a...

Page 8: ... the speaker being pulled over Loose cables should be covered or taped down wherever possible to reduce trip hazards If stands are being used outdoors it may be necessary to add ballast to the base of the stand to prevent it toppling over When using poles on top of subwoofer systems please observe similar precautions Ground Stacking Ensure that the floor or stage surface can withstand the weight o...

Page 9: ... can cause serious damage to your loudspeakers If in doubt please contact your dealer who will be happy to assist you in correct amplifier choice and setup Cabling All G Series products are supplied with Neutrik SpeakonTM NL4 connectors wired pin 1 1 It is recommended that the resistance of your cable is less than one tenth of the nominal system impedance Given below are the recommended maximum ca...

Page 10: ...nder no circumstances should the mounting points of one enclosure be used to suspend another enclosure below it Global 9 are in no way responsible for the failure of incorrectly rigged systems This information relates specifically to the rigging techniques for the G Series fullrange enclosures only If you are in any doubt about safe practices for rigging loudspeakers please contact your local Glob...

Page 11: ...llen key and using a flat blade screwdriver carefully ease the grille out of location Take care not to damage the LF driver 2 Using a 4mm Allen key remove the four M5 socket head bolts holding the HF waveguide in place Lift the HF assembly out of the enclosure and carefully disconnect the cables observing correct polarity for future reference The drive unit can be removed using an 8mm spanner to r...

Page 12: ...terminal black to negative and reposition the driver Reinstate the eight bolts and retighten 4 Replace the grille be easing into place and reinstating the six countersunk bolts G15 High Frequency Drive Unit 1 Remove the eight countersunk bolts with an Allen key and using a flat blade screwdriver carefully ease the grille out of location Take care not to damage the LF driver 2 Using a 4mm Allen key...

Page 13: ...emove the six countersunk bolts securing the grille in place Using a flat blade screwdriver carefully ease the grille out of its location 2 Using an Allen key undo the eight socket head bolts holding the lower drive unit in place Remove these bolts and ensure that you have both shake proof and flat washers 3 Lift the drive unit out of the mounting hole ensuring that you do not hit the drive unit a...

Page 14: ...s been removed altered or defaced Returning your Global 9 loudspeaker Should your G Series loudspeaker develop a fault please return it freight prepaid in its original packaging along with proof of purchase to your local dealer including a description of the suspected fault Serial numbers must be quoted in all correspondence relating to the claim Global 9 or its representatives are in no way liabl...

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