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JBL PRX500 Series User Manual

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    3 important safety instructions 4 precautions 5 suspension of loudspeaker systems 5-7 watch for these symbols 8 the prx500 series power amplifier 10-11 introduction to the prx500 series 12 system specifications 13 - 18 system setup 19-22 setting input sensitivity 23-24 setting the gain 24 applicatio...

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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 use in 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 of extended or i...

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    6 important safety instructions are you new to rigging? If you are new to rigging, you should do the following: • read and study jbl technical note volume 1, number 14: basic principles for suspending loudspeaker systems (available at http://www.Jblpro.Com/catalog/support/getfile.Aspx?Docid=296&doct...

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    7 precautions resources adaptive technologies group mcmaster carr 562.424.1100 various locations in the usa 1635 e. Burnett street for a location near you, visit signal hill, ca 90755 them at www.Mcmaster.Com www.Adapttechgroup.Com jbl professional - tech note vol. 1 no. 14 “basic principles for sus...

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    8 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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    9 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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    10 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 a...

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    11 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 i...

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    12 thank you for choosing the jbl prx500 series self-powered pa loudspeakers. There are seven models in the series, five full-range systems and two subwoofers. All are powered by integrated digital power amplifiers developed by crown, the most trusted name in professional sound reinforcement power a...

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    13 system specifications system type: self powered 12", two-way, bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 46 hz - 20 khz (eq in main position) / 46 hz - 20 khz 60 hz - 20 khz (eq in monitor position) / 58 hz - 20 khz frequency response (±3 db): 76 hz - 20 khz (eq in main position) / 55 hz - 20 khz 90 h...

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

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

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

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    17 system type: self powered 18", bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 37 hz - 140 hz frequency response (±3 db): 52 hz – 110 hz crossover modes: dsp controlled 24 db filter slope crossover frequency: 120 hz system power rating: 500 w continuous, 1000 w peak lf power amp: class-d, 500 watt (continu...

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    18 prx718s system type: self powered 18", bass-reflex frequency range (-10 db): 33 hz - 160 hz frequency response (±3 db): 37 hz – 130 hz crossover modes: dsp controlled 24 db/oct. Filter slope crossover frequency: 120 hz system power rating: 700 w contiuous, 1400 w peak lf power amp: dual-bridge te...

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    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 intellig...

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    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 23-24. 3 - level: sound level adjustment. With the input in ...

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    Features 1 - xover in / out: pressing this button engages a high-pass filter at 120 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 ei...

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    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. Pow...

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    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 level output from consumer products like mp3 and cd p...

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    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 le...

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    Design reference manual: http://www.Jblpro.Com/pub/technote/ssdm_99.Pdf 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 ...

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    Additional speakers may be connected (daisy chained together) in mono mode. 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 ...

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    This will provide a well balanced lf performance for the system. 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 prx...

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    28 power line select ac line input 100v~ -240v~ 50/60 hz 5a 600w mic level line monitor main 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. A...

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    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 carry ...

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    1 (shield) 2 3 1 2 3 xlr/f to xlr/m mi crophone cable trs (unbalanced) 1/4” phone to xlr/m cable ti p ring sleev e 1 (shield) 2 3 ts (unbalanced) 1/4” phone to xlr/m cable ti p sleev e 1 (shield) 2 3 trs 1/4” phone to dual ts 1/4 ” p hone ti p ring sleev e ti p sleeve (shield) ti p sleeve (shield) x...

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    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. Spea...

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    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 connected to mixer input disconnect or mute channels one at a time to isolate the probl...

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    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 through...

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    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 prod...

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    8500 balboa boulevard northridge, ca 91329 usa visit us online at www.Jblpro.Com part number: 363264-003 6/ 2009.