Electro-Voice S-60 - User Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response, 1 Watt/1 Meter
on Axis, Swept Sine-Wave Input. Half-
Space Anechoic Environment. ±3 dB
(see Figure 1):
60-18.000 Hz
Low-Frequency 3-dB-Down Point:
60 Hz
Usable Low-Frequency Limit
(10-dB-down point):
47 Hz
Half-Space Reference Efficiency:
0 . 6 %
Long-Term Average Power-Handling
Capacity per EIA Standard RS-426A
(see Power-Handling Capacity section):
100 watts
Maximum Woofer Acoustic Output:
0.6 watts
Sensitivity (SPL at t meter, 1 watt inpuL
anechoic environment, band-limited pink-
noise signal, 300-2.000 Hz):
88 dB
Dispersion Angle Included by 6-dB-Down
Points on Polar Responses, Horizontal
and Vertical Planes. Indicated One-Third-
Octave Bands of Pink Noise
(see Figure 2):
500-1.000 Hz:
170° ±30“
1,000-10,000 Hz:
120 ' ± 20 “
10,000-20,000 Hz:
70“ ±30“
Directivity Factor R, (Q), 800-16,000 Hz
Median (see Figure 4):
7.3 (+14 9, -4.5)
Directivity Index D,, 800-16,000 Hz Median
(see Figure 4):
8 6 dB +4.8/-4 1 dB
Distortion. 0.1 Full Power Input
(see Figure 5),
Second Harmonic,
100 Hz:
8 %
1,000 Hz:
< 1 %
10,000 Hz:
< 1 %
Third Harmonic,
100 Hz:
■ 1.4%
1,000 Hz: '
< 1 %
10,000 Hz:
< 1 %
Distortion, 0.01 Full Power Input
(see Figure 6),
Second Harmonic,
100 Hz:
7%
1,000 Hz:
< 1 %
10,000 Hz:
< 1 %
Third Harmonic.
100 Hz:
< 1 %
1,000 Hz:
< 1 %
10,000 Hz:
< 1 %
Transducer Complement,
High Frequency:
2.5- cm (1-in.) tweeter with 12 5-cm
(5-in.) Direktor'“
Low Frequency:
16.5- cm (6.5-in,) woofer
Box Tuning Frequency:
60 Hz
S-60/S-60T
Two-Way
Speaker System
• Two-way compact system
• Constant-directivity system
for uniform coverage
• 6.5-inch woofer
• One-inch tweeter with
dispersion-controlling
Direktor ™
• Automatically resetting
tweeter-protection circuit
• Optional 60-W transformer
with selectable taps (S-60T)
• Available in paintable white
or black
Crossover Frequency:
2,500 Hz
Crossover Slope:
12 dB per octave
Impedance,
S-60,
Nominal:
8 ohms
Minimum:
5 ohms
S-60T:
See Table 1
Input Connections,
S-60:
’/4-inch phone jack with parallel 5-way
binding post
S-60T:
5-way binding post with weatherproof
cover
Materials.
Enclosure and Baffle Board:
Injection-molded plastic, black or white
Grille:
Punched metal, powder coated,
black or white
Mounting:
EV S-60MB mounting bracket or
OmniMount* Series 75 mounting
hardware, black or white'
Dimensions,
Height:
35.0 cm (13.8 in.)
Width:
22.0 cm (8.7 in.)
Depth:
21.1 cm (8.4 in.)
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Summary

Speaker Specifications

Frequency Response

Axial frequency response from 60 Hz to 18 kHz, ±3 dB, measured in a half-space anechoic environment.

Sensitivity and Power Handling

Sensitivity of 88 dB SPL at 1 meter/1 watt and 100-watt power handling capacity per EIA RS-426A.

Dispersion Characteristics

Horizontal and vertical dispersion angles included by 6-dB-down points on polar responses.

Distortion Levels

Second and third harmonic distortion measured at 0.01 and 0.1 full power input.

System Features and Design

Constant-Directivity System

Two-way compact system providing uniform coverage with 120°x120° dispersion.

Tweeter Protection Circuit

Automatically resetting tweeter-protection circuit to protect the tweeter from power extremes.

Optional 60-W Transformer (S-60 T)

Optional transformer for the S-60T model with selectable taps for different power levels.

Technical Details and Construction

Crossover and Impedance

Crossover frequency at 2,500 Hz with a 12 dB/octave slope; nominal 8-ohm impedance.

Input Connections

Features 1/4-inch phone jack or 5-way binding posts for connection.

Materials and Dimensions

Injection-molded plastic enclosure, punched metal grille; dimensions 35.0cm H x 22.0cm W x 21.1cm D.

System Description and Operation

Constant-Directivity Technology

Explains the constant-directivity system for uniform audience coverage without hot spots.

Power Handling Capacity

Details power handling rated per ANSI/EIA 426-A, including test parameters.

Suspension and Mounting

Information on using the S-60MB bracket or OmniMount Series 75 for suspension.

Transformer Settings (S-60 T)

Instructions for adjusting the S-60T's power level using the rear selector switch.

Product Guarantees and Specifications

Architects and Engineers Specifications

Detailed system requirements for professional specification, including performance criteria.

Uniform Limited Warranty

Details the five-year warranty against defects and exclusions for speaker systems.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The Electro-Voice S-60/S-60T is a two-way compact speaker system designed for sound reinforcement and monitoring applications. It features a constant-directivity design for uniform coverage, making it suitable for studios, clubs, bars, and theaters by minimizing "hot spots" and "dead zones." The system is available in paintable white or black finishes.

Function Description

The S-60/S-60T is a two-way loudspeaker system comprising a 6.5-inch (16.5-cm) direct-radiating woofer for low frequencies and a 1-inch (2.5-cm) tweeter with a dispersion-controlling Direktor™ for high frequencies. The woofer is installed in an optimally vented enclosure, contributing to extended bass response and high efficiency within a small cabinet. The system's crossover frequency and component geometries are carefully selected to match the directional characteristics of the woofer and Direktor™ at the crossover point, creating a constant-directivity system with a 120° x 120° rated coverage angle. This design ensures uniform response within the coverage area, whether the system is used horizontally or vertically. The controlled directivity also helps eliminate response irregularities caused by diffraction off enclosure edges, resulting in a uniform total acoustic power output across the frequency range.

The S-60T model includes an optional 60-watt line transformer with selectable taps, allowing for use with 70-volt or 100-volt lines. The power level can be adjusted via a screwdriver-selectable switch on the rear panel. A tweeter-protection circuit is integrated into the crossover, featuring an automatically resetting device that allows short-term transients to pass while protecting the tweeter from long-term power extremes. Both drivers feature low-leakage magnet designs, and the woofer is screened for use near video monitors. For critical video monitoring, a minimum distance of approximately 10 cm (4 in.) is recommended between the loudspeaker edge and the CRT edge.

Important Technical Specifications

• Frequency Response (1 Watt/1 Meter, on Axis, Swept Sine-Wave Input, Half-Space Anechoic Environment): 60-18,000 Hz (±3 dB)
• Low-Frequency 3-dB-Down Point: 60 Hz
• Usable Low-Frequency Limit (10-dB-down point): 47 Hz
• Half-Space Reference Efficiency: 0.6%
• Long-Term Average Power-Handling Capacity (per EIA Standard RS-426A): 100 watts
• Maximum Woofer Acoustic Output: 0.6 watts
• Sensitivity (SPL at 1 meter, 1 watt input, anechoic environment, band-limited pink-noise signal, 300-2,000 Hz): 88 dB
• Dispersion Angle (Included by 6-dB-Down Points on Polar Responses, Horizontal and Vertical Planes, One-Third-Octave Bands of Pink Noise):
  • 500-1,000 Hz: 170° ±30°
  • 1,000-10,000 Hz: 120° ±20°
  • 10,000-20,000 Hz: 70° ±30°
• Directivity Factor Rθ (Q), 800-16,000 Hz Median: 7.3 (+14.9, -4.5)
• Directivity Index Dθ, 800-16,000 Hz Median: 8.6 dB +4.8/-4.1 dB
• Distortion (0.1 Full Power Input):
  • Second Harmonic: 8% (100 Hz), <1% (1,000 Hz), <1% (10,000 Hz)
  • Third Harmonic: 1.4% (100 Hz), <1% (1,000 Hz), <1% (10,000 Hz)
• Transducer Complement:
  • High Frequency: 2.5-cm (1-in.) tweeter with 12.5-cm (5-in.) Direktor™
  • Low Frequency: 16.5-cm (6.5-in.) woofer
• Box Tuning Frequency: 60 Hz
• Crossover Frequency: 2,500 Hz
• Crossover Slope: 12 dB per octave
• Impedance (S-60):
  • Nominal: 8 ohms
  • Minimum: 5 ohms
• Input Connections:
  • S-60: 1/4-inch phone jack with parallel 5-way binding post
  • S-60T: 5-way binding post with weatherproof cover
• Materials:
  • Enclosure and Baffle Board: Injection-molded plastic, black or white
  • Grille: Punched metal, powder coated, black or white
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 35.0 cm (13.8 in.)
  • Width: 22.0 cm (8.7 in.)
  • Depth: 21.1 cm (8.4 in.)
• Net Weight:
  • S-60: 7.0 kg (15.4 lb)
  • S-60T: 8.4 kg (18.4 lb)
• Shipping Weight:
  • S-60: 9.5 kg (20.9 lb)
  • S-60T: 10.9 kg (23.9 lb)

Usage Features

The S-60/S-60T is designed for versatility in installation. The enclosure is constructed from high-impact ABS plastic, specially treated to allow painting with commonly available finishes. The system is equipped with six M6 threaded inserts for mounting. It can be suspended using the EV S-60MB universal U-bracket, which allows for suspension at any angle and orientation from a wall or ceiling. Alternatively, the OmniMount® Series 75 support system can be used, utilizing four M6 threaded inserts located in the rear panel. When using the OmniMount system, M6 hardware is provided, and a safety chain should be used for secure operation.

For the S-60T model, the power selector switch for the transformer is located on the rear of the enclosure. The level can be adjusted using a screwdriver, with clockwise rotation increasing power. The same switch and transformer are used for both 100-volt and 70-volt lines, so the power setting depends on the amplifier output. A caution is provided against using the "DO NOT USE" setting when connected to a 100-volt line, as this may lead to excessive power driving or distortion.

Maintenance Features

The enclosure and baffle board are specially treated to enhance paint adhesion. Electro-Voice has tested the S-60 with several commercially available paints successfully. However, it is recommended to test a small area with the chosen paint to ensure no adverse effects and sufficient adhesion. Care should be taken to avoid getting paint onto the woofer cone or the tweeter screen.

Electro-Voice products are backed by a Uniform Limited Warranty, guaranteeing against malfunction due to defects in materials or workmanship for a specified period. For speakers and speaker systems, this period is five (5) years from the date of original purchase. The warranty does not cover burned voice coils or malfunctions resulting from improperly designed enclosures. For active electronics associated with speaker systems, the warranty period is three (3) years. To obtain warranty service, the product must be delivered prepaid to Electro-Voice or an authorized service representative, along with proof of purchase. Product repair or replacement is the sole remedy provided, and Electro-Voice is not liable for incidental or consequential damages.

Electro-Voice S-60 Specifications