Electro-Voice® Zx3 Owner’s Manual
Safety First
When setting up, installing and using the Electro-Voice® Zx3 speaker system, there are a number of pre-
cautions that you should follow:
· When Electro-Voice® Zx3 speakers are used for portable applications in which they will be positioned
directly on the floor, make sure that the floor or stage is solid and secure.
· Electro-Voice® Zx3 speakers include 1-3/8 inch stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands.
Make sure to:
· Check the specifications of the speaker stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the
speaker.
· Check that the speaker stand is placed on a flat, stable surface and be sure to fully extend the 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 performers, production crew and audience members will not
trip over the stand or cables and pull the speaker system over. Secure cables with wire ties or tape when-
ever 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 lifting the weight of the speaker onto the stand, ask
another person to help you place it.
· If you intend to hang or fly the Zx3 system, only do so safely 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 techniques and regulations of rigging ob-
jects overhead. Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that Zx3 speakers be suspended taking
into account all current national, federal, state and local regulations. It is the responsibility of
the installer to ensure that Zx3 speakers are safely installed in accordance with all such regula-
tions. If Zx3 speakers are suspended, Electro-Voice® strongly recommends that the system be
inspected at least once a year. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial 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® does not recommend use of Zx3 speakers outdoors in direct exposure envi-
ronments.
· Electro-Voice® Zx3 loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels suffi-
cient to cause permanent hearing damage to anyone within normal coverage distance. Caution
should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels exceeding 90 dB.
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