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WideLine Series Loudspeaker System User Manual
subwoofer line array loudspeaker
WL218-sw
DB218-sw dolly board
AF218-sw subwoofer array frame
*TD-000232-00*
TD-000232-00 revB
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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 WL218-sw is a dual 18-inch (457mm) subwoofer designed for suspended or ground stacked use in touring or installed concert appli- cations. With an impressive combination of sonic impact, low-frequency extension, and accuracy, the WL218-sw is an ideal companion for QSC's WideLine as well as other professional sound reinforcement systems. Suspension of WL218-sw subwoofers is easy using the AF218-sw, a heavy-duty array frame constructed of welded 6061-T6 aluminum. In ground-suppo
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Introduction (continued) 1 DB115-sw Dolly Board 1- Pads 2- Casters 2 3 3- Stacking Recesses 4- Latches 5- Handling Cut-outs 4 6 6- Handles 5 2 1 AF218-sw Array Frame 1- Ground stacking bumpers 2- Center support bar 5 3- Shackle holes (accept 3/4” (20 mm) screw pin anchor shackle) 3 Use only shackle holes for suspension of array! 4- Rigging plate, retaining bolts, and link assembly with ball lock pin 5- Receiver blocks 4 2 AF218-sw Array Frame Feet (Optional) 3 1- Frame Feet, 4 each 2- Screw, Bu
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Rigging Rigging the WideLine Array is simple and flexible. Enclosures are pinned together with quick-release ball-lock pins. The AF218-sw array frame supports flown array applications and can be inverted for ground stack applications. The enclosures can also be ground stacked without a frame using the stacking feet and recesses integral to the enclosure’s design. Rules for Suspension Correct use of all suspension hardware and components is imperative in sound system rigging and deployment.
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Rigging (continued) Front Articulated Joint- 1- Remove the ball lock pin. 1 NOTE: All hardware/components must be rated for the expected loads as determined by the Professional Engi- 2- Slide the articulated joint out of the neer responsible for suspension. receiver tube by lifting its retaining screw upward. Attaching WL218-sw Loudspeaker to WL218-sw Loud- speaker 3- Lock in place using the ball lock pin. 2 1- With the enclosures on dolly boards and facing downward, posi- tion two enclosure
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Rigging (continued) Adjusting the Angle Between Enclosures (Splay) The illustration below shows the rear receiver block of two enclosures joined by the upper enclosure’s rear link (enclosures and ball lock pin lanyards omitted for clarity). Note the link is marked in two locations when extended. The unlabelled white line nearest the end of the link is the normalized (or 0°) hole position marker. The white line above it labeled with +3 is the +3° hole position marker. When using the nor- malize
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Rigging (continued) Array Frame Ground Stacking with the AF218-sw The AF218-sw array frame can be used for ground stacking up to four WL218-sw enclosures. There is no recommended proce- dure other then the requirement that all articulated joints, links, and ball lock pins be in their normal position (as if sus- pended) and be fully inserted and locked into position. Ensure the enclosures Do not ground stack more than four (4) WL218-sw are fully pinned includ- enclosures on an AF218-sw array
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WL218-sw Controls and Connections WL218-sw Input Plate and pinout detail Input Connections The WL218-sw input connectors are a pair of Neutrik NL4's wired in parallel. See Table 2 or the WL218-sw Input Plate for connector pinout. WL218-sw SUSPENSION OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONS FOLLOWING SAFE RIGGING PRACTICES. OTHER RIGGING LIMITATIONS MAY APPLY. SEE WARNINGS IN THE Note pin numbers 2+ and 2- are wired INPUT/OUTPUT straight through from one connector to the WORKING ot
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WL218-sw Specifications Configuration: 2 x 18-inch (457mm) ported subwoofer Transducers: 8 ohm, 18-inch (457mm) cone transducer with 4-inch (102mm) voice coil, ceramic magnet 1 Frequency Response : 38 - 240 Hz (+/- 3 dB) 2 Frequency Range : 31 - 1200 Hz (-10 dB) Impedance: 4 ohms nominal (3.2 ohms minimum at 145 Hz) 3 Continuous Power Capacity : 2000W (80V into 3.2 ohms) 4 Sensitivity (1W at 1m) : 101 dB SPL 5 Maximum SPL (continuous/peak) : 134/140 dB SPL at 39 inches (1m) Enclosure Type: Port
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DB218-sw Specifications Material: Baltic birch plywood. 0.75-inch (18mm) Finish: Polymer paint, water based Weight: Net: 30 lb (13.6 kg) AF218-sw Specifications Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 Finish: n/a Working Load Limit Information: Component Weight 5:1 Design Factor 7:1 Design Factor 10:1 Design Factor AF218-sw Array Frame 80 lb (36.3 kg) 3400 lb(1540 kg) 2400 lb (1090 kg) 1700 lb (771 kg) Dimensions- WL218-sw 35.740” (907.8mm) 34.750” (882.65mm) 21.322” 16.010” (541.58mm) (406.65mm) 45.920” (11
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Dimensions- DB218-sw Dimensions- AF218-sw 12
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How to Contact QSC Audio Products Mailing address: QSC Audio Products, LLC 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 Audio
