BOSCH EVERSE Battery Power Loudspeaker Instruction Manual
- May 15, 2024
- Bosch
Table of Contents
EVERSE Battery-powered Loudspeaker
Operation
Installation and charging of battery pack
EVERSE loudspeakers come pre-installed with a high capacity Li-Ion battery
pack. Charge the battery for 24 hours before the first use to ensure maximum
battery run time and life expectancy.
To charge the battery:
Plug the MAINS IN while the battery is installed in the EVERSE.
After the first full charge, the expected battery charge times are as follows:
– 4 hours or less with no signal and the power switched off.
– 6 hours or less with the power switched on and audio playing at high output
levels.
The LCD will display while the battery is charging with the power switched
off.
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Notice!
Battery self-discharge
All Li-Ion batteries experience self-discharge over extended periods (several
months). If a battery sits for an extended period without being charged, the
battery may fully discharge. It may take longer than normal to fully recharge.
If this occurs, allow the battery to charge a full 24 hours again before
using.
Inspect your loudspeaker and battery monthly and recharge the battery. This
will help maintain the batteries run time and extend its useful life.
To remove and reinstall the battery for inspection or replacement:
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Place the loudspeaker grille side down with the battery door facing you on a flat non scratching surface such as a workbench with a rubber mat.
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Fully loosen the two finger tab screws by turning them counter-clockwise.
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Gently but firmly pull on the battery pack by the finger pull located on the back of the battery door.
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To reinstall the battery pack, follow the previous steps in reverse.
Notice!
Ensure that the battery door is fully seated before tightening the finger tab
screws. Finger tighten only until snug. Do not over tighten or use excessive
torque. This may cause damage.
Weatherization
When the weatherized input cover is installed, the EVERSE loudspeaker is
designed to be weather resistant to IP 43 standards, but not waterproof. The
weather resistance may be reduced by damage, repair, improper disassembly, and
regular wear and tear. Always inspect the EVERSE and accessories before and
after every use. Allow the loudspeaker and components to dry before storage or
between uses.
The EVERSE loudspeaker with weatherized input cover installed is intended only
for temporary use in wet or damp environments. The loudspeaker is not intended
to be exposed continuously to moisture over long periods of time. Do not
expose to salt water or spray, do not expose to chlorine or use in high
chlorine environments.
To use the loudspeaker in wet and damp environments safely:
Use the weatherized input cover when on battery power and when using Bluetooth® streaming and control. Refer to Installation of weatherized input cover, page 26.
Use the Electro-Voice approved accessory rain resistant cover when on mains
power, or when any of the 1/0 connectors are needed. Refer to the accessory
user guide for proper installation and use of rain resistant cover.
Warning!
Only use EVERSE products in the manner explicitly called out in this section.
Failure to do so may result in product failure or serious injury.
Warning!
Only use Electro-Voice approved accessories.
Using the loudspeaker in damp or wet environments
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Place the loudspeaker on an elevated, level, stable surface, or on a tripod.
| DO NOT place the loudspeaker in a puddle or standing water.
Always orient the loudspeaker upright, in the KICKBACK mode, or in the
MONITOR mode.
| DO NOT place or transport the loudspeaker upside down, or on the amp panel
side to prevent water ingress.
Always use the supplied weatherized input cover (refer to Installation of
weatherized input cover, page 26) or the Electro-Voice approved accessory
rain resistant cover in wet or damp environments.
| DO NOT use the EVERSE loudspeaker in damp or wet environments without the
weatherized input cover or the accessory rain resistant cover.
Dry the product and the weatherized input cover after use, prior to removing
the weatherized input cover.
| DO NOT remove the weatherized input cover while wet. If so, water may
access the IO panel.
Always ensure the battery is properly installed when operating in a wet or
damp environment.
| DO NOT use in wet or damp environments when the battery is not installed.
This may result in moisture entering the battery bay.
Installation of weatherized input cover
The weatherized input cover must be installed when the EVERSE loudspeaker is
intended to be used in wet or damp conditions. When the weatherized input
cover is installed, the EVERSE loudspeaker will be water resistant to IP43
standards. The EVERSE loudspeaker is able to operate under battery power and
Bluetooth® streaming for audio, and control with the weatherized input cover
installed.
To install the weatherized input cover:
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Ensure that the weatherized input cover is fully intact, dry, clean and the gasket is in good condition.
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Ensure that the input panel on the EVERSE loudspeaker is dry, clean, and the mating channel around the input connectors is dry and free of any dust or debris that would prevent a good seal.
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Power on the loudspeaker.
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Install the weatherized input cover by pressing it firmly in order to fully seat the gasket in the mating channel on the amplifier input panel.
The weatherized input cover will be flush with the adjacent panels of the loudspeaker.
To remove the weatherized input cover:
► Pull the cover carefully and evenly using the finger pull-tabs.
Tripod or pole mount
EVERSE loudspeakers mount on a tripod stand or on a pole above a subwoofer.
Mounting a loudspeaker on a tripod stand
Caution!
Check the specifications of the tripod stand to be certain it is capable of
supporting the weight of the loudspeaker.
To mount a loudspeaker on a tripod stand:
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Place the tripod stand on a level and stable surface.
1. Fully extend the legs on the tripod stand. -
Do not compromise the tripod stand’s structural integrity by trying to make the stand taller.
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Do not attempt to mount more than one loudspeaker on a stand designed for a single loudspeaker.
1. Lift the loudspeaker using two hands.
2. Set the pole cup located on the bottom of the loudspeaker onto the pole.
Mounting a loudspeaker on a pole
To mount a loudspeaker on a pole:
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Place the subwoofer on a level and stable surface.
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Insert the M20 threaded pole into the combo pole cup on the top of the subwoofer.
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Turn the M20 threaded pole clockwise to secure the pole to the subwoofer.
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Lift the loudspeaker using two hands.
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Set the loudspeaker location to TRIPOD in the DSP control menu.
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Select the corresponding LOW PASS setting for your subwoofer.
Notice!
Select LOCATION TRIPOD in menu or app for best sound.
Floor monitor & kickback
EVERSE loudspeakers may be used as a floor monitor or in kickback position by
placing the loudspeaker on one of the two integral monitor angles.
Setting up a loudspeaker as a floor monitor
To set up a loudspeaker as a floor monitor:
- Place the loudspeaker on a level and stable surface.
- Safely route cables to prevent injury to performers, production crew, and audience members.
- Set the loudspeaker location to MONITOR in the DSP control menu.
Figure 4.1: EVERSE 8 optimum coverage in monitor position (side view left and front view right)
Figure 4.2: Placeholder for EVERSE12 coverage illustration
Setting up a loudspeaker in kickback position
To set up a loudspeaker in kickback position:
- Place the loudspeaker on a level and stable surface.
- Tilt the loudspeaker rearward to rest securely in the kickback position.
- Safely route cables to prevent injury to performers, production crew, and audience members.
- Set the loudspeaker location to KICKBACK in the DSP control menu.
EVERSE 8 optimum coverage in kickback position.
Placeholder for EVERSE12