QSC Audio ADS52 Introduction, What’s Included, Stand Alone Mounting, Safety Cable Attachment

Introduction

Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of the AcousticDesign AD-S52 multi-use, weather resistant loudspeakers. These products rep- resent the state-of-the-art in all-weather, lightweight SR (sound rein- forcement) loudspeaker systems. To get the most from your investment, we encourage you to review this manual carefully.

The AD-S52 loudspeaker systems are full range, high output, two-way designs delivering superior sound quality and high SPL in a lightweight, weather resistant enclosure. The low frequency driver is magnetically shielded and the neodymium high frequency driver has very little stray magnetic field, making the AD-S82 perfect for use near video monitors. The included ball mount provides secure and versatile installation.

These loudspeakers make an excellent choice for a wide variety of SR applications.

AD-S52T models have a 70V/100V matching transformer and tap selec- tor switch. The transformer may be bypassed.

The illustration (at right) highlights product features:

1- two sets of threaded inserts for optional YM-5 yoke mount 2- transformer tap selector (AD-S52T model only)

3- binding post input terminals (weather resistant cover removed) 4- ball mount attachment point (ball mount removed)

5- safety cable attachment point

What’s Included

The carton contains:

•AD-S52 (or AD-S52T) loudspeaker assembly (2 each) •Ball mount assembly (2 each)

•6 mm hex key (Allen wrench) •Input cover (2 each)

•Input cover gasket (2 each, may be part of cover) •Input strain relief bushing (2 each, may be part of cover)

•M4 x 1.4 x 15 mm long pan head Phillips screw (4 ea., for covers) •This User Manual

Mounting

Stand Alone Mounting

If using the loudspeaker only (no ball mount or optional yoke mount) the loudspeaker can be set on any appropriate surface. The cabinet will lean back at a slight angle when set on a flat surface.

When operated at high output levels, the cabinet can vibrate, causing the cabinet to move or creep if set on a hard surface. Use anti-slip mat- ting under the cabinet or self-adhesive rubber feet to keep the cabinet from creeping.

Safety Cable Attachment

On the back of the loudspeaker, near the bottom, is a safety cable attachment point. Install a safety cable strong enough to support sev- eral times the weight of the loudspeaker assembly in the event it may fall. The cable must be secured to a secondary support point which is also strong enough to support several times the loudspeaker’s weight.

IMPORTANT! ENSURE THAT THE LOUDSPEAKER IS MOUNTED PROPERLY AND A SAFETY CABLE IS INSTALLED TO RETAIN THE LOUDSPEAKER IN THE EVENT OF A MOUNTING FAILURE.

Attach safety cable here.

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