JBL P R X 5 1 5 User Manual

PRX512MPRX515PRX535PRX525PRX518SUser’s Guide

10Thank you for choosing the JBL PRX500 series self-powered PA loudspeakers. There are five models in theseries, four full-range systems and one subwo

11SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSSystem Type:Self powered 12", two-way, bass-reflexFrequency Range (-10 dB):46Hz - 20kHz (EQ in main position)60Hz - 20kHz

12System Type:Self powered 15", two-way, bass-reflex Frequency Range (-10 dB):45Hz - 20kHz (EQ in flat position)Frequency Response (±3 dB):52Hz

13System Type:Self powered dual 15", two-way, bass-reflexFrequency Range (-10 dB):40Hz - 20kHz (EQ in flat position)Frequency Response (±3 dB):52

14System Type:Self powered 15", three-way, bass-reflexFrequency Range (-10 dB):39Hz - 20kHz (EQ in flat position)Frequency Response (±3 dB):46Hz

15System Type:Self powered 18", bass-reflex Frequency Range (-10 dB):37Hz - 140HzFrequency Response (±3 dB):52Hz – 110Hz Crossover Modes:DSP con

16Features1 - EQ BOOST / FLAT: When set in the “FLAT” position, frequency response is linear and unaltered.When “Boost” is selected, internal equali

172 - INPUT MIC / LINE: Allows the selection of different input sensitivities to permit the connection of many different sources, with or without th

18Features1 - XOVER IN / OUT: Pressing this button engages a high-pass filter at 110 Hz. This 4th order active filter allows asmooth transition betwe

193 - 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

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20PRX500 series systems have been designed to allow the connection of a variety of sources. This provides a greatdeal of versatility, especially with

21The following levels should be used as a reference if you know the maximum output in dBu of the sourceconnected to the system’s input. For each posi

22Basic Sound Reinforcement System This is a very basic sound system. PRX500 series speakers allow the direct connection of sound sources,without the

23Music Playback Reinforcement With Subwoofer (PRX512M Pole Mounted On A PRX518S)This is a very powerful, but flexible combination. The subwoofer prov

24Live Performance Or Music Playback Reinforcement System With Stage Monitors (PRX535 And PRX512M)This is an ideal system when wide coverage and good

25POWERLINE SELECTAC LINE INPUT 100V~ -240V~50/60 Hz 5A 600WMICLEVELLINE FLAT BOOST OUTINOVERLOADSIGNALllINPUT EQ Designed, Engineered and Assembl

26REFERENCEBalanced vs. Unbalanced Lines Your PRX500 series can accept either type of input. There are two basic types of audio system interconnection

271 (shield)23123XLR/F to XLR/M MicrophoneCableTRS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M CableTipRingSleeve1 (shield)23TS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M C

28TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptomLikely Cause What To DoNo sound.Speaker not connected to active AC power.Verify that speaker is connected and that the circuit

29Noisy Source DeviceDisconnect the devices that are connected to your speaker one at a time. If the noise goes away, the problem is with the sour

3Important Safety Instructions 4Precautions 5The PRX500 Series Power Amplifier 8 - 9Introduction To The PRX500 Series 10System Specifications 11 - 15

30CONTACT INFORMATIONMailing Address:JBL Professional8500 Balboa Blvd.Northridge, CA 91329Shipping Address:JBL Professional8370 Balboa Blvd., Dock DNo

31WARRANTY INFORMATIONThe JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker products (except for enclosures)remains in effect for fiveyears from the da

8500 Balboa BoulevardNorthridge, CA 91329 USAVisit us online at www.jblpro.comPart Number: 363264-0028/2008

41. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6.

5The PRX500 series speakers covered by this manual are not intended for fixed installation andhigh moisture environments. Moisture can damage the spea

6WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS!RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUENE PAS OUVRIR!!RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENC A U T I O NWARNING - TO REDUCE T

7PRX500 Series speakers Declaration of ConformitySafety And EMC Compliance SpecificationsEN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Famil

8Changing VoltageYour PRX500 series speaker will typically be set at the factory to accommodate the power mains voltage in yourarea. Before you set up

9Operating TemperatureThe 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 e