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WideLine-8 Series Loudspeaker System User Manual
WL3082 full-range line array loudspeaker, black color (WL3082-WH for white color)
WL212-sw subwoofer line array loudspeaker, black color (WL212-sw-WH for white color)
AF3082-S small array frame for WideLine8, black color (AF3082-S-WH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Install in accordance with QSC Audio Product's instructions and under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer. WARNING! Before placing, installing, rigging, or suspending any speaker product, inspect all hardware, suspension, cabinets, transducers, brackets and associated equipment for damage. Any missing, corroded, deformed, or non-load rated component could significantly reduce the strength of the installation, placement or array. Any such condition sev
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Introduction The WideLine-8 is a high performance line array system designed for portable and installed sound reinforcement. The current WideLine-8 family is composed of the WL3082 line array element, WL212-sw subwoofer, AF3082-S small array frame, AF3082-L large array frame, PB3082 pull-back bar, EB3082 extension bar, and AF8-10 WideLine-8 to WideLine adapter frame. For further information on available sus- pension, transport, and signal processing options, please visit the QSC website: http:
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2 1 Introduction (continued) WL212-sw 4 The WL212-sw subwoofer extends the 3 system’s low-frequency capability to 32 Hz with a compact fourth-order band- pass enclosure. Its two ceramic magnet, 4” voice coil, 12” transducers provide 5 1100 watt continuous power handling Figure 2: WL212-sw Subwoofer capability. 1- Front suspension links 6 Many users of line array systems have 2- Rear suspension links found that suspending the subwoofers 3- Port with the array provides audible benefit. 4-
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Use only shackle holes for Introduction (continued) suspension of array! 3 4 Figure 4: AF3082-S Array Frame 2 1- Shackle holes (accept 5/8” (16 mm) screw pin anchor shackle) 1 2- Center support bar 3- Suspension plates 5 4- Lanyard retaining screw for ball-lock pin lanyard 5- Suspension plate attachment holes 6- Ball-lock pins with lanyards 6 1 Figure 5: PB3082 Pull Back Bar 1- Shackle hole (accepts 5/8” (16 mm) screw pin anchor shackle) 2- Suspension plate attachment holes 4 2 3- Ball-lock pin
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Introduction (continued) 1 Figure 9: AF8-10 WideLine-8 to WideLine Adapter Frame 3 2 1- WideLine attachment knuckles 2- Knuckle retaining bolt 5 3- Rear link receiver for WideLine loudspeaker 4- WideLine-8 attachment links 5- Suspension plate attachment holes 4 Suspending the WideLine-8 Array Rules for Suspension Correct use of all suspension hardware and components is imperative in sound system suspension and deployment. Always calculate suspended loads before lifting to ensure suspension co
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Suspending the WideLine-8 Array 1 Table 1: WideLine-8 Working Load Limits Figure 10: WL3082 attached to AF3082-S Component Weight 7:1 Design Factor 10:1 Design Factor 12:1 Design Factor EB3082 Extension Bar 27 lb 1751 lb 1100 lb 917 lb (12.3 kg) (714.3 kg) (500.0 kg) (416.7 kg) AF3082-S Array Frame 11 lb 746 lb 522 lb 435 lb (5.0 kg) (339.0 kg) (237.3 kg) (197.7 kg) AF3082-L Array Frame 27 lb 1274 lb 892 lb 743 lb (12.3 kg) (579.2 kg) (405.5 kg) (337.9 kg) PB3082 Pull Back Bar 3 lb 434 lb 30
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Suspending the WideLine-8 Array Figure 15: WL212-sw attached to AF3082-S. Suspending the WL212-sw beneath AF3082-S or AF3082-L All orientation of product is to be viewed from the rear of the enclosure. The QSC logo on the input plate will appear right side up when the enclosure is oriented properly. 1. Lower the array frame onto the subwoofer and align the appropriate holes in the suspen- sion links and frame, fully insert the ball-lock pins, and ensure all pins lock properly. On the array fra
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Suspending the WideLine-8 Array Pull-Back Bar Figure 13:PB3082 under WL3082 attached to AF3082-S. To use the pull-back bar, attach it to the bottom enclosure’s suspension plates using one of the lower sets of splay angle adjustment holes. Align the pull-back bar’s holes with the suspension plate’s and fully insert the ball-lock pins. Ensure locking action of pins. Use a 5/8” (16 mm) screw-pin anchor shackle to attach to the pull-back bar as required using the shackle holes. NOTE: All hardwa
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Suspending the WideLine-8 Array Figure 18: EB3082 with WL212-sw suspended at rear and WL3082 array suspended at front. Attaching WL212-sw behind WL3082 array using EB3082 and two AF3082-S array frames 1- Attach both AF3082-S array frames to the extension bar suspension plates by centering the array frame member between the extension bar suspension plates and bolting together using the supplied 3/4” bolts. The extension bar suspension plates can be moved, if required, by removing the two 3/4
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Figure 20: 0° tilt WL3082 on WL212-sw Ground Stack Configurations The WL212-sw enclosure is fitted with rubber feet on the bottom mak- ing the enclosure itself suitable for ground stack applications. Matching recesses in the enclosure’s top sur- face facilitate secure stacking of one WL212-sw atop another. The design of the suspension links accommodates uptilt and downtilt when attaching WL3082 enclosures to the WL212-sw. Adjustment range is from -10° to +10°. Figure 21: -10° tilt WL3082
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WL3082 Connections The WL3082 input connectors are a pair of Neutrik NL8's Table 2: WL3082 Connector Pinout wired in parallel. See Table 2 or the pinout on the WL3082 input plate (on rear of enclosure). PIN Connection 1+ Through The WL3082 loudspeaker is not equipped with 1- Through a crossover network. All signal processing must be done before connecting audio power 2+ Right low frequency transducer + (16 Ohms) to the loudspeaker. Do not connect full-range audio to the high-frequency tran
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WL3082 Specifications Frequency Response: 68 - 18,000 Hz (+/- 3 dB) Frequency Range: 62 - 20,000 Hz (-10 dB) Maximum SPL (continuous/peak): HF: 127/133 dB LF: 122/128 dB Nominal Coverage (-6 dB included): Horizontal: 140 degrees (500 Hz to 3.2 kHz)Vertical: dependant on cumulative splay angles Transducers: High Frequency: Single 85W, 16 Ohm, 1.4 inch exit, 3 inch composite polyimide diaphragm, neodymium magnet Low Frequency: Dual 250W, 16 Ohm 8 inch cone transducer, 2 inch voice coil, neodymium
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WL212-sw Specifications Frequency Response: 40 - 100 Hz (+/- 3 dB) Frequency Range: 32 - 107 Hz (-10 dB) Maximum SPL (continuous/peak): 129 dB/135 dB Transducer: 1100W, dual 12 inch woofer, 4 inch voice coil, ceramic magnet assembly Recommended Crossover Frequency: 30 - 85 Hz Input Sensitivity: 99 dB Weight: Net: 109 lb (49.4 kg) Shipping: 125 lb (56.7 kg) Enclosure: 0.708 inch (18 mm) Baltic birch plywood, paint finish. Connectors: Two (2) Neutrik NL4 and two Neutrik NL8 all wired in parallel
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EB3082 Specifications Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish: Black powder coat (White optional) Working Load Limit Information: Component Weight 7:1 Design Factor 10:1 Design Factor 12:1 Design Factor EB3082 Extension Bar 27 lb 1751 lb 1100 lb 917 lb (12.3 kg) (714.3 kg) (500.0 kg) (416.7 kg) 47.8” (1213mm) 1.4” (34mm) 4” 6.8” (102mm) (172mm) 4” 12 x ø 0.8” 10.5” (102mm) (20mm) (267mm) AF3082-S Specifications Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish: Black powder coat (White optional) Working Load Limit I
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AF3082-L Specifications Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish: Black powder coat (White optional) Working Load Limit Information: Component Weight 7:1 Design Factor 10:1 Design Factor 12:1 Design Factor AF3082-L Array Frame 27 lb 1274 lb 892 lb 743 lb (12.3 kg) (579.2 kg) (405.5 kg) (337.9 kg) 37.0” (940mm) 21.7” (551mm) 20.4” (518mm) 4” (102mm) 16
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PB3082 Specifications Material Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish Black powder coat (White optional) Working Load Limit Information: Component Weight 7:1 Design Factor 10:1 Design Factor 12:1 Design Factor PB3082 Pull Back Bar 3 lb 434 lb 304 lb 253 lb (1.4 kg) (197.4 kg) 138.2 kg) (115.2 kg) 21.7” (551mm) 20.0” (508mm) 1.0” (25mm) 3 x ø 0.8” (20mm) 6.3” (159mm) 1.0” 0.8” (25mm) (19mm) AF8-10 Specifications Material Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish Black powder coat (White optional) Working Load Limit Information
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How to Contact QSC Audio Products Mailing address: QSC Audio Products, Inc. 1675 MacArthur Boulevard Costa Mesa, CA 92626-1468 USA Telephone Numbers: Main Number (714) 754-6175 Sales & Marketing (714) 957-7100 or toll free (USA only) (800) 854-4079 Customer Service (714) 957-7150 or toll free (USA only) (800) 772-2834 Facsimile Numbers: Sales & Marketing FAX (714) 754-6174 Customer Service FAX (714) 754-6173 World Wide Web: www.qscaudio.com E-mail: info@qscaudio.com service@qscaudio.com QSC Audi
