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M-Audio Studiophile BX5 User Manual

Summary of Studiophile BX5

  • Page 1

    Studiophile bx5 users manual introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 what’s in the box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 studiophile bx5 features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction thank you for choosing the bx5 studiophile series bi-amplified studio nearfield monitor speakers. M-audio is well known for digital audio interface technology, digital converters, audio preamps and mixers. Now, after extensive research and development, the studiophile bx5 is born to cha...

  • Page 3

    2. Tweeter by employing a specially developed 1-inch silk dome with magnetic shielding, the tweeter can deliver distortion-free original sound and offer extremely natural response. It minimizes reaction time by using fabric silk for excellent delivery, and also minimizes resonance by adapting a uniq...

  • Page 4

    Front and rear panel features rear panel 1. Xlr input: this jack accepts xlr input connections with either balanced or unbalanced wiring. The input wiring of an xlr connector should be as follows: xlr pin 1 signal ground (shield) xlr pin 2 signal positive (+) xlr pin 3 signal negative (–) 2. Trs inp...

  • Page 5

    The trs input is summed through a balanced input amplifier with the xlr input, allowing both inputs to be used simultaneously. Input specifications apply to both. 3. Product label: this label contains the model and serial number information. 4. Vent port: this port aids in reproduction of very low f...

  • Page 6: Installation

    Front panel the front panel houses the power led, which indicates whether the speakers (amplifier) power is on or off. Installation for optimal performance of the bx5, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions handling: please do not touch the speaker cone...

  • Page 7

    Correct power operation: since the bx5 contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable ac cable provided. Before connecting power, please make sure that the voltage-select switch located on the speaker’s rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as descri...

  • Page 8: Setting The Eq Switches

    Connecting to preamp, computer or game console outputs before connecting, make sure the output device’s power has been turned off. Plug the xlr balanced, trs balanced or ts unbalanced cable to the corresponding output connectors of a pre-amplifier, computer or game console. Setting the eq switches l...

  • Page 9

    Mid-boost:this 2-position switch selects between the “in” and “out” mid-boost modes.The out mode produces a flat midrange response for normal monitoring conditions, while in will move the sound stage forward toward your listening position. High-freq:this 3-position switch selects high frequency comp...

  • Page 10

    Setting the acoustic space switch the acoustic space switch is a 3-position switch used to select the "acoustic space" in which the speaker is placed—half space (speakers against wall, 0db position), three-quarter space (speakers in corners or close to wall, -2db position), or full space (speakers a...

  • Page 11: Placing The Bx5

    Placing the bx5 placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order to monitor sound accurately. To monitor with the bx5s performing to their maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement are required. Please refer to the following for correct bx5 p...

  • Page 12

    Appendix a - technical specifications type: two-way studio reference lf driver: 5-inch dia., magnetically-shielded with curved mineral-filled polypropylene cone, high temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround hf driver: 1-inch dia., magnetically-shielded with natural silk dome frequency resp...

  • Page 13: Appendix B - Block Diagram

    Appendix b - block diagram low cutoff 38 38 56hz / 80hz / 100hz 3.0 filter filter 3.0 l switch switch high-freq. Switch bx5 mid-freq. 13.

  • Page 14

    Technical support & contact information for additonal help, contact m-audio technical support by telephone (626-445-7556, 9-5 pst m-f), by fax (626-445-8407) or by e-mail (techsupt@m-audio.Com). If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about this or any m-audio product, we invite you to co...

  • Page 15: Your Bx5 Warranty

    Your bx5 warranty m-audio warrants that this product is free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one (1) year from purchase date, so long as the product is: owned by the original purchaser; the original purchaser has proof of purchase from an authorized m-audio d...

  • Page 16: Notes:

    16 notes: bx5-111402.