JBL PRX515 User Manual

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Manual is about: PRX500 series

Summary of PRX515

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    3 important safety instructions 4 precautions 5 the prx500 series power amplifier 7 introduction to the prx500 series 9 system specifications 10 -14 system setup 16 - 17 setting input sensitivity 18 setting the gain 19 application examples 20- 23 reference 24 cables and connectors 25 troubleshooting...

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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...

  • Page 5: Watch For These Symbols!

    5 watch for these symbols! The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions. The prx500 series speakers covered by this manual are not intended for fixed in...

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    7 the prx500 series power amplifier ac power requirements standard prx500 series speaker systems are equipped with a multi-channel crown class-d power amplifier and loudspeaker specific dsp electronics and require appropriate ac power. Before plugging a prx500 speaker into an outlet ensure that it i...

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    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 amplif...

  • Page 10: System Specifications

    10 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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    11 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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    12 system type: self powered dual 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: ds...

  • Page 13: Prx535

    13 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...

  • Page 14: Prx518S

    System type: self powered 18", two-way, 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 (continuo...

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  • Page 16: Features:

    Prx500 amplifier input configuration for prx512m, prx515, prx525 and prx535 full-range models: 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 freq...

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    Prx500 amplifier input configuration for prx518s subwoofer model: 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 - pol...

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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 levels output from consumer products like mp3 and cd ...

  • Page 19: Setting The Gain

    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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    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 selec...

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    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 match...

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    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 much b...

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    Out prx525 prx518s prx512m large live performance or music playback reinforcement system with stage monitor (4 x prx518s, 4 x prx525 and 2 x prx512m) for larger crowds in and outdoors, a flexible system like this will deliver excellent results. The dual 15 inch prx525 delivers mighty bottom end and ...

  • Page 24: Reference

    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 ...

  • Page 25: Cables And Connectors

    25 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...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting symptom likely cause what to do no sound. No sound, speaker is connected to working ac power but won’t come on. No sound, speaker comes on. No sound with microphone connected directly to the mic input. Signal sounds distorted and very loud, overload light is lit most of the time. Sig...

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    27 noise or hiss heard at output hum or buzz that increases or decreases when the mixer level controls are moved. Hum or buzz speakers feed back and howl when the microphone volume is turned up too much low frequencies when playing back prerecorded music noisy source device disconnect the devices th...

  • Page 28: Contact Information

    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...

  • Page 29: Warranty Information

    29 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: 363264-001 12/2006.