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JBL PRX500 Series User Manual

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    3 important safety instructions 4 precautions 5 the prx500 series power amplifier 8 - 9 introduction to the prx500 series 10 system specifications 11 - 15 system setup 16 - 19 setting input sensitivity 20 setting the gain 21 application examples 22 - 25 reference 26 cables and connectors 27 troubles...

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    4 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install n...

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    5 the prx500 series speakers covered by this manual are not intended for fixed installation and high moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid exposing the speakers to direct moisture. Keep speakers out ...

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    6 watch for these symbols! Risque de choc electrique ne pas ouvrir ! ! Risk of electric shock do not open c a u t i o n warning - to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, ...

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    7 prx500 series speakers declaration of conformity safety and emc compliance specifications en 55103-1:1997 electromagnetic compatibility - product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use, part 1: emissions en 55103-1:1997 magn...

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    8 changing voltage your prx500 series speaker will typically be set at the factory to accommodate the power mains voltage in your area. Before you set up your prx500 series speaker for the first time it is a good idea to verify that the setting of the selector is appropriate for the power in your ar...

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    9 operating temperature the design of the crown amplifier is such that it is very energy efficient and as a result does not get really hot. In the rare event that it does get too hot it will automatically shut down to protect itself. When its temperature has returned to within its operating range it...

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    10 thank you for choosing the jbl prx500 series self-powered pa loudspeakers. There are five models in the series, four full-range systems and one subwoofer. All are powered by integrated digital power amplifiers developed by crown, the most trusted name in professional sound reinforcement power amp...

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    11 system specifications system type: self powered 12", two-way, bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 46hz - 20khz (eq in main position) 60hz - 20khz (eq in monitor position) frequency response (±3 db): 76hz - 20khz (eq in main position) 90hz - 20khz (eq in monitor position) coverage pattern: 70º x...

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    12 system type: self powered 15", two-way, bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 45hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) frequency response (±3 db): 52hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) coverage pattern: 70º x 70º nominal directivity index (di): 10.3 db directivity factor (q): 10.8 crossover modes: dsp con...

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    13 system type: self powered dual 15", two-way, bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 40hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) frequency response (±3 db): 52hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) coverage pattern: 70º x 70º nominal directivity index (di): 10.3 db directivity factor (q): 10.8 crossover modes: ds...

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    14 system type: self powered 15", three-way, bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 39hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) frequency response (±3 db): 46hz - 20khz (eq in flat position) coverage pattern: 90º x 50º nominal directivity index (di): 10.6 db directivity factor (q): 11.4 crossover modes: dsp c...

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    15 system type: self powered 18", bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 37hz - 140hz frequency response (±3 db): 52hz – 110hz crossover modes: dsp controlled 48db filter slope crossover frequency: 110hz system power rating: 500 w continuous, 1000w peak lf power amp: class-d, 500 watt (continuous) at...

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    16 features 1 - eq boost / flat: when set in the “flat” position, frequency response is linear and unaltered.When “boost” is selected, internal equalization is applied to enhance low frequency and high frequency response. “flat” will provide greater accuracy of reproduced music, higher speech intell...

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    17 2 - input mic / line: allows the selection of different input sensitivities to permit the connection of many different sources, with or without the use of a mixer or external microphone preamplifier. See “setting input sensitivity” on page 18. 3 - level: sound level adjustment. With the input in ...

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    18 features 1 - xover in / out: pressing this button engages a high-pass filter at 110 hz. This 4th order active filter allows a smooth transition between the subwoofer and a full range speaker connected to the output connector. 2 - polarity invert: allows you to set the polarity of the subwoofer to...

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    19 3 - level: sound level adjustment. The 12 o’clock position is a good starting point for most usages. Once the full-range system has been connected the level can be varied to match and deliver the desired balance (for details see setting the gain on page 21). 6 - power switch: turns the power on. ...

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    20 prx500 series systems have been designed to allow the connection of a variety of sources. This provides a great deal of versatility, especially with the prx512m and prx515, as a microphone or instrument can be connected directly to the input. Low levels output from consumer products like mp3 and ...

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    21 the following levels should be used as a reference if you know the maximum output in dbu of the source connected to the system’s input. For each position stated below there is an input signal level in dbu that is required to deliver absolute maximum output of the system. Line level position input...

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    22 basic sound reinforcement system this is a very basic sound system. Prx500 series speakers allow the direct connection of sound sources, without the need for extra mixer or pre-amplifier. The xlr or 1/4 inch input jack provides versatility and cabling options and the mic/line input sensitivity se...

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    23 music playback reinforcement with subwoofer (prx512m pole mounted on a prx518s) this is a very powerful, but flexible combination. The subwoofer provides the extra low frequency extension and also serves as the base for the pole mount. The compact 12 inch satellite system, prx512m is a perfect ma...

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    24 live performance or music playback reinforcement system with stage monitors (prx535 and prx512m) this is an ideal system when wide coverage and good directivity is required, specifically in highly reverberant rooms. The horn loaded prx535 3-way system will control the propagation of the sound muc...

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    25 power line select ac line input 100v~ -240v~ 50/60 hz 5a 600w mic level line flat boost out in overload signal ll input eq designed, engineered and assembled in u.S.A. Jbl professional northridge, ca. Usa equipped with differential drive ® transducer technology u.S. Patent 5,748,760 other u.S. An...

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    26 reference balanced vs. Unbalanced lines your prx500 series can accept either type of input. There are two basic types of audio system interconnections for audio signals: balanced and unbalanced. Balanced lines in audio, a balanced line is a three-conductor system in which the two signal wires car...

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    27 1 (shield) 2 3 1 2 3 xlr/f to xlr/m microphonecable trs (unbalanced) 1/4” phoneto xlr/m cable tip ring sleeve 1 (shield) 2 3 ts (unbalanced) 1/4” phoneto xlr/m cable tip sleeve 1 (shield) 2 3 trs 1/4” phone to dual ts 1/4 ” phone tip ring sleeve tip sleeve (shield) tip sleeve (shield) xlr/m to rc...

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    28 troubleshooting symptom likely cause what to do no sound. Speaker not connected to active ac power. Verify that speaker is connected and that the circuit is on. Switch on power and verify that illuminated logo is on. • re-seat the power cable at both ends. • substitute a known-good power cable. S...

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    29 noisy source device disconnect the devices that are connected to your speaker one at a time. If the noise goes away, the problem is with the source or the connecting cable. Improper a/c ground or faulty equipment connect to mixer input disconnect or mute channels one at a time to isolate the prob...

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    30 contact information mailing address: jbl professional 8500 balboa blvd. Northridge, ca 91329 shipping address: jbl professional 8370 balboa blvd., dock d northridge, ca 91329 (do not return product to this address without first obtaining prior authorization from jbl) customer service: monday thro...

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    31 warranty information the jbl limited warranty on professional loudspeaker products (except for enclosures)remains in effect for five years from the date of the first consumer purchase. Jbl amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date of original purchase. Enclosures and all other jbl pr...

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    8500 balboa boulevard northridge, ca 91329 usa visit us online at www.Jblpro.Com part number: 363264-002 8/2008.