NEXO ePS6 Way Passive Speaker Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
NEXO

NEXO ePS6 Way Passive Speaker

Product Information

Product Name ePS6
Model DP6076-01b-DI
User Manual Available
IP Rating IP55
EU Conformity Declaration Compliant with directive 2014/35/UE (Low Voltage

Directive)
including applicable amendments. Applied rules and standards : EN
12100, EN 13155, EN 62368.

Product Usage Instructions

Warnings and Precautions

  • Please select screws and mounting location supporting 4 times the system weight.
  • Do not expose the system to excessive dust, vibrations, or extreme cold or hot temperatures to reduce the risk of damaging components.
  • Do not place the system in an unstable position as it could fall accidentally.
  • If the system is used on a tripod, ensure the tripod’s specifications are adapted and that its height does not exceed 1.40m/55. Do not move the tripod with the system in position.
  • Before moving the system, unplug connected cables.
  • Power off the system before connecting or disconnecting it.
  • When switching on the installation, power on the amplifier last. When switching off the installation, shut off the amplifier first.
  • If you work in cold temperatures, progressively raise the level to the nominal value during the first minutes of use to allow the system components to stabilize.
  • Regularly check the system condition.

High Sound Pressure Levels
Exposure to very high sound pressure levels may cause permanent hearing losses. The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) American Agency has specified the following maximal exposures

Number of Hours Sound Pressure Level (dBA), Slow Response
90 92
95 97
100 102
105 110

115

Equipment
The ePS6 is equipped with the following fittings and connectors

  • Two M6 with 80 mm pitch plus one M10 fittings on each side of the cabinet to connect the ePS6 to accessories (VNIVCPL365, VNU-BUMP, VNU-HBRK365, or eye-bolts).
  • Three M6 (70mm pitch) at the back of the speaker to connect wall mounts in both vertical and horizontal positions (VNI-WB02, VNI-WM01, VNI-WM02).
  • Two pairs (In/Out) of 7.62 mm pitch screw terminal blocks for connecting cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section.

Description
The ePS6 is a compact full-range 2-way speaker with asymmetrical HF dispersion S type. It can be used alone or with eLS400 subwoofers. The speaker is equipped with 2 pairs (In/Out) of screw terminal blocks for connecting cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section. The maximum outside diameter of the cable should be 11mm.

To wire the ePS6, slit the membrane of the grommet crosswise, pass the cable through, and make the connection to the screw terminals. Place the IPCOV correctly as it has an IP55 rating.

Compatibility

Product Compatibility Maximum Quantity per Channel
DTD + DTDAMP4X0.7 ePS6 Up to 2 per channel
DTD + DTDAMP4X1.3 ePS6 Up to 2 per channel

WARNINGS

PRECAUTIONS
Do not open the speaker, do not try to disassemble it neither to modify it in any way. The system doesn’t include any user-repairable part.
If the system seems to be malfunctioning or damaged, stop using it at once and have it repaired by a NEXO qualified technician.
Do not expose the system directly to the sun or to the rain, do not immerse it into fluids, do not place objects filled with liquid on the system. If a liquid gets into the system, please have it inspected by a NEXO qualified technician.
When flying outdoor systems ensure that the system is not exposed to excessive wind or snow loads and is protected from rainfall.
In case of wind greater than 8 on Beaufort scale (72km/h – 45mph), a touring system has to be landed or an additional securing has to be implanted.
For fixed installations, wind loading has to be taken into account in accordance to the national standards
The connection should be performed by qualified technician, by ensuring that power is off.

Operating temperature with temperate climate: 0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104); -20°C à +60°C (-4°F to +140°F) for storage.

SAFETY INFORMATIONS

  • Read this manual before using the speaker.
  • Keep this manual available for further reference.
  • Observe all warnings and cautions.
  • Please check the NEXO Web site nexo-sa.com to get the most up-to-date version of this manual.
  • Ensure you are aware of the safety rules applying to rigging, stacking or installing on tripod or speaker stand. Failure to observe these rules may expose persons to potential wounds or even death.
  • Only use the system with accessories specified by NEXO.
  • Please always consult a NEXO-accredited technician if the installation needs architectural works and observe following precautions
  • Mounting Precautions
    • Please select screws and mounting location supporting 4 times the system weight.
    • Do not expose the system to excessive dust, vibrations, to extreme cold or hot temperatures, to reduce the risk of damaging components.
    • Do not place the system in an unstable position: it could fall accidentally.
    • If the system is used on a tripod, please ensure the tripod’s specifications are adapted and that its height does not exceed 1.40m/55”. Do not move the tripod with the system in position.

Connection and Powering Precautions

  • Unplug connected cables before moving the system.
  • Power off the system before connecting the system.
  • When switching on the installation, the amplifier must be powered last; when switching the installation off, shut off the amplifier first.
  • If you work by cold temperatures, progressively raise the level to nominal value during the first minutes of use, to allow the system components to stabilize.

Please check regularly the system condition.

HIGH SOUND PRESSURE LEVELS
Exposure to very high sound pressure levels may cause permanent hearing losses. Degrees of hearing losses may be different from one person to another, but almost everybody will be affected if exposed to high sound pressure levels during a long period of time. The OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) American Agency specified the following maximal exposures

Number of Hours Sound Pressure Level (dBA), Slow Response
8 90
6 92
4 95
3 97
2 100
1 ½ 102
1 105
½ 110
¼ or less 115

WASTE OF ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be treated as household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to hand it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring your waste equipment is recycled, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could appear if this product was not recycled. Recycling helps spare natural resources. For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or your reseller.

EQUIPMENT
On each side of the cabinet, two M6 with 80 mm pitch plus one M10 fittings will connect the ePS6 to accessories (VNI-VCPL365, VNU-BUMP, VNU-HBRK365, or eye-bolts).
The back of the speaker is fitted with 3x M6 (70mm pitch) to connect wallmount in both vertical and horizontal positions (VNI-WB02, VNI-WM01, VNI-WM02).
2 pairs (In/Out) of 7.62 mm pitch screw terminal blocks. Cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section.

NEXO-ePS6-Way Passive-Speaker  \(1\) ePS6 with IPCov

DESCRIPTION

  • The ePS6 is a compact full-range 2 ways speaker.
  • Asymmetrical HF dispersion “PS” type.
  • ePS6 can be used alone or with eLS400 subwoofers
  • The speaker is equipped with 2 pairs (In/Out) of screw terminal blocks, permissible cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15 AWG) copper section. Cable with maximum outside diameter of 11mm.

To wire ePS6, slit the membrane of the grommet crosswise, pass the cable through and make the connection to the screw terminals. Place the IPCOV.

NEXO-ePS6-Way Passive-Speaker  \(4\)

  • IP55: be careful to place the IPCOV correctly.
  • Amplification
    • The ePS6 speakers must be used with a NEXO processor to handle EQ, phase alignment, crossover and excursion/thermal protection for the system loudspeaker.
    • The following table shows the number of ePS6 speakers and eLS400 subwoofers usable with each solution.

|       DTD + DTDAMP4X0.7| DTD + DTDAMP4X1.3 **| NXAMP4X1mk2 **| NXAMP4X2mk2 **| NXAMP4X4mk2 **
---|---|---|---|---|---
ePS6| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 2 per channel| Up to 4 per channel | Up to 4 per channel| Up to 4 per channel
eLS400| 1 per channel| 1 per channel| Up to 2 per channel
| Up to 3 per channel| Up to 3 per channel

  • Recommended powering solution

PRESET
Please consult nexo-sa.com for NEXO TD Controllers firmware information.

For the ePS6, the following setups are available

  • ePS6 MAIN, 90-20kHz.
  • ePS6 MAIN, 120-20kHz.
  • ePS6 MAIN, 150-20kHz.

ePS6

ePS6 + eLS400

HF DIRECTIVITY

  • The ePS6 speaker can be used in horizontal or vertical position.
  • It’s easy to change the HF dispersion to deal with every request.
  • Place a flathead screwdriver in the space between the grille and the cabinet to release the grille. Remove the grille.
  • Remove the 4 screws that hold the horn. Remove it. NEXO-ePS6-Way Passive-Speaker  \(7\)
  • A sticker on the side of the horn indicates the side with the widest dispersion.
  • Position the horn according to the desired HF dispersion.

Reassemble the assembly and replace the grille.

CROSSOVER FREQUENCY

  • 90 Hz : Full range application.
  • 120, 150 Hz : use with eLS400.

ACCESSORIES

WARNINGS
All ePS accessories are specifically rated in agreement with structural computations. Never use other accessories when assembling ePS6 cabinets than the ones provided by NEXO: NEXO will decline  responsibility if any component is purchased from different supplier.

PROHIBITED: ePS6 below ePS6 or ePS6 below eLS400 without dedicated accessory

VNU-BUMP
LiftBar, can be used with VNI-WMADAPT.

Remove 2 screws on the top
Screw VNU-BUMP to ePS6 (use only screws provided with VNU-BUMP). Tight properly.
Refer to the Product Data Sheet VNT-TCBRK3551
Rotary Truss Clamp

Place VNT-TCBRK3551 on VNU-BUMP at the desired hole. Refer to the Product Data Sheet.

VNU-HBRK365

  • Horizontal Cradle, usable with
  • VNI-CLADAPT.
  • VNI-WM200.
  • VNU-PLADAPT.
  • Remove the M10 inserts from each side.
  • Place HBRK365 on ePS6, use only fasteners provided.
  • Tight properly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-WMADAPT

  • Wall mount adapter
  • Place VNI-WMADAPT on VNU-BUMP, use only fasteners provided.
  • Tight properly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-CLADAPT

  • Ceiling Adapter, use with VNI-HBRK365.
  • Screw VNI-CLADAPT to the ceiling
  • (fasteners not provided).
  • Place the assembly on VNI-CLADAPT, use the 2 guides. Tight with the fasteners provided with VNI-CLADAPT.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNU-PLADAPT
Pole adapter

  • Place VNU-PLADAPT on VNI-HBRK365, use only fasteners provided.
  • Tight properly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-WM200
Wallmount, usable with: VNI-WMADAPT / VNU-BUMP VNU-HBRK365

  • ePS6 / BUMP / WMADAPT
  • Place the assembly on VNI-WM200. Tight with the fasteners provided with
  • VNI-WM200.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

ePS6 / HBRK365
Place the assembly on VNI-WM200. Tight with the fasteners provided with
VNI-WM200.
Refer to the Product Data Sheet VNI-VCPL365

  • Coupler ePS6 under vertical eLS400
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-WB02
Light wall mount adapter 15kg max Remove 2 of the 3 screws on the back.

  • Screw speaker plate to ePS6 (use only screws provided with ePS6).
  • Place the speaker holder with ePS6 into wall bracket. Fix by tightening bolted assembly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-WM01
Wall mount adapter 15kg max

  • Remove 2 of the 3 screws on the back.
  • Screw speaker plate to ePS6 (use only screws provided with ePS6).
  • Place the speaker holder with ePS6 into wall bracket. Fix by tightening bolted assembly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

VNI-WM02
Wall mount adapter 25kg max

  • Remove 2 of the 3 screws on the back.
  • Screw speaker plate to ePS6 (use only screws provided with ePS6).
  • Place the speaker holder with ePS6 into wall bracket. Fix by tightening bolted assembly.
  • Refer to the Product Data Sheet

ARRAY EQ
The ArrayEQ allows to adjust the system frequency response in its lower range (see curves below, with different ArrayEq values)

MAINTENANCE

NOTE
Speakers and Grills can be sent back to NEXO for recycling

  • Driver access

    • Place a flathead screwdriver in the space between the grille and the cabinet to release the grille.
  • Remove the grille.

    • Remove the 4 screws to access the LF driver.

    • Tightening torque: 3.5 Nm (Thread Locker: Loctite 242)

  • Remove the 4 screws that hold the horn. Remove it. Tightening torque: 2.5 Nm (Thread Locker: Loctite 242)

  • To access the HF diaphragm, remove the 4 screws. Tightening torque: 1.7 Nm

Reassemble the assembly and replace the grille.

  • LF: red (+) / black (-)
  • H F: orange (+) / grey (-)

Spare parts

MARK QUANTITY REFERENCE DESIGNATION
1 1 05EPS6-UA Complete grille Black
2 1 05EBEPS6 Cabinet Black
3 1 05NH14-16R/K HF diaphragm
4 1 05HPB6-44 H  ” complete
1 05HPB6-44R/K Recone Kit ”
5 1 05LOGNEXO3 Logo NEXO
6 2 05VXTSTHC1012 HEADLESS Screw M10x12 Black (x10)
7 7 05VXTCFX616N VXFX 6×16 Black (x10)
8 2 05PASF-DG9E1 Grommet DG11

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WITH NEXO ELECTRONICS

Model ePS6
Frequency range (±6dB) 90 Hz – 20 kHz
Peak SPL Level (1m) 125dB Peak
Operating voltage 25Vrms
Vertical Dispersion +25°/-30°
Horizontal Dispersion 50° to 100° asymmetrical
Crossover Frequency 90, 120, 150 Hz
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms

SPECIFICATIONS

Model ePS6
Components LF ’’ long excursion ohms HF 1.4‘’ diaphragm – 8 Ohms
Material Baltic birch plywood 15mm
Finish Black structural paint (RAL9005 or Custom RAL upon request)
Front finish Black acoustic fabric fitted front steel front grille
Fittings 2x M6 and 1x M10 on the top and bottom for rigging

accessories. 3x M6 on the back for rigging accessories (70mm pitch).


Connector

| 2 pairs (In/Out) of 7.62 mm pitch screw terminal blocks.

Cables from 0.75 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 (12 to 15AWG) copper section. Cable with maximum outside diameter of 11 mm.

Weight| 7.1 kg / 15.7 lb
IP Classification| IP55 with IPCOV






Dimensions

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References

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