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Cyclone Series product (provided it was purchased make the defective or malfunctioning product at an Authorised Void Dealer) that it is free of available to Void free and clear of all liens or other defects in materials and workmanship and that each restrictions.
If you need to place the loudspeaker on a flat surface ensure you use a lint free product to protect the finish • When you have removed the Cyclone Series loudspeaker from the packaging inspect it to ensure there is no damage and keep all original packaging in case it needs to be returned for any reason.
In buying this product, you are now part of the Void family and we hope using it brings you years of satisfaction. This guide will help you both use this product safely and ensure it performs to its full capability.
Phoenix connectors with link out Height 370 mm (14.6”) Width 490 mm (19.3”) Depth 455 mm (17.9”) Weight 33.5 kg (73.9 lbs) Enclosure Fibreglass Finish Smooth cellulose Measured in half space AES2 - 1984 compliant Calculated Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 12...
15 m 6.3 Phoenix connector Figure 6.1 shows the rear panel of a Cyclone Series loudspeaker with the polarity of the Phoenix connector labelled. When viewed from the rear the connectors are negative to the left and positive to the right.
LF (2 x 5”) and HF (2 x 1”) Cyclone Bass LF (12”) 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Max quantity per channel Cyclone 10 8 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone 55 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone Bass Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 16...
LF (2 x 5”) and HF (2 x 1”) Cyclone Bass LF (12”) 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Max quantity per channel Cyclone 10 8 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone 55 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone Bass Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 17...
LF (2 x 5”) and HF (2 x 1”) Cyclone Bass LF (12”) 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Max quantity per channel Cyclone 10 8 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone 55 4 (2 Ω load to amplifier) Cyclone Bass Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 18...
7 System design 7.1 System design principles Cyclone Series loudspeakers can be arrayed as a single pair facing forward to provide a wide stereo image. Figure 7.1: Cyclone 10 single pair arrangement For applications requiring wide horizontal coverage, use two Cyclone 10 in pairs, angled at about 40°...
7.6. The applied aiming reduces unwanted reflections from the ceiling and directs the highest energy concentration to the audience area requiring it most. This is the most desirable position for the loudspeakers in this example. Figure 7.6: Correct loudspeaker placement Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 20...
This will help provide a wider coverage and result in more of the power being used usefully. Audience Stage Figure 7.8: Correct horizontal dispersion Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 21...
The shallow angle of attack will also induce refraction issues on a hot dance floor, leading to reduced HF penetration at mid and far distances, again reducing intelligibility and coherence. Figure 7.11: Incorrect loudspeaker placement Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 22...
E to the north edge of the circle, and multiply by the delay time per metre. Or: (A - D) x 2.9 ms/m = delay time. Figure 7.14: Bass alignment example 2 Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 23...
Do not use a telephone (even if hands-free) while rigging. Always concentrate fully on the rigging operation • Do not rig equipment that is worn, damaged, corroded, mishandled or over-stressed in any way • Use only Void-approved mounting equipment and accessories Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 24...
Figure 8.3: Deconstructing the bracket assembly Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 25...
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(figure 8.6a) and in the vertical axis by adjusting the bolt on the base of the assembly (figure 8.6b). Figure 8.6a: Bracket adjustment Figure 8.6b: Bracket adjustment Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 26...
Figure 8.9: Fixing bracket Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 27...
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Figure 8.10: Attaching bracket to loudspeaker Step 4: Tighten the bolt on the bracket to fix the loudspeaker in position. Figure 8.11: Loudspeaker positioning Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 28...
Figure 8.14: Fixing bracket Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 29...
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Figure 8.15: Attaching bracket to loudspeaker Step 4: Tighten the bolt on the bracket to fix the loudspeaker in position. Figure 8.16: Loudspeaker positioning Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 30...
Figure 8.18: Grill removal Step 3: With the grill removed undo all four screws from the horn. Figure 8.19: Removing horn screws Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 31...
Pull the cable ties toward the opposite edge of the loudspeaker and then lower the grill into position. Figure 8.21: Refitting the grill Step 5: Remove the cable ties. Figure 8.22: Removing cable ties Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 32...
Before returning your faulty product for repair, please remember to get an R.A.N. (Return Authorisation Number) from the Void dealer who supplied the system to you. Your dealer will handle the necessary paperwork and repair. Failure to go through this return authorisation procedure could delay the repair of your product.
(H) 493 mm x (W) 320 mm x (D) 230 mm (19.4” x 12.6” x 9.1”). Weight shall be 14.5 kg (32 lbs). The loudspeaker system shall be a Void Acoustics Cyclone 10. Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 34...
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(H) 192 mm x (W) 309 mm x (D) 207 mm (7.6” x 12.2” x 8.1”). Weight shall be 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs). The loudspeaker shall be the Void Acoustics Cyclone 55. Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0 Page 35...
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RAL colour. External dimensions shall be (H) 370 mm x (W) 490 mm x (D) 455 mm (14.6” x 19.3” x 17.9”). Weight shall be 33.5 kg (73.9 lbs). The loudspeaker system shall be a Void Acoustics Cyclone Bass. Cyclone Series User Guide V1.0...
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