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3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Precautions 5 The PRX500 Series Power Amplifier 8 - 9 Introduction T o The PRX500 Series 10 System Specifications 1 1 - 15 System Setup 16 - 19 Setting Input Sensitivity 20 Setting The Gain 21 Application Examples 22 - 25 Reference 26 Cables and Connectors 27 T roubleshooting 28 - 29 Contact Information 30 W arrant[...]

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 near any heat sources such as radiators, heat r[...]

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 of extended or intense direct sunlight. The driver[...]

6 W A TCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS! RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE P AS OUVR IR ! ! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN C A U T I O N W ARNING - 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, is intended to alert the user t o the presenc[...]

7 PRX500 Series speakers Declar ation of Confor mity 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 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 20 cm E[...]

8 Changing Voltage Y our 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 area. In the event that you do need to change the v[...]

9 Operating T emperature 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 will turn back on. A Condition under which this [...]

10 Thank you for choosing the JBL PRX500 series self-powered P A 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 amplification. In addition to Crown power amplifier[...]

11 SY STEM SPECIFICA TIONS System T ype: 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 70º nominal Directivity Index (DI): 1[...]

12 System T ype: 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 controlled 48dB filter slope Crossover Freq[...]

13 System T ype: 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: DSP controlled 48dB filter slope Crossover[...]

14 System T ype: 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): 1 1.4 Crossover Modes: DSP controlled 24dB filter slope Crossover F[...]

15 System T ype: Self powered 18", bass-reflex Frequency Range (-10 dB): 37Hz - 140Hz Frequency Response (±3 dB): 52Hz – 1 10Hz Crossover Modes: DSP controlled 48dB filter slope Crossover Frequency: 1 10Hz System Power Rating: 500 W continuous, 1000W peak LF Power amp: Class-D, 500 W att (continuous) at driver impedance Distortion: Less tha[...]

16 Features 1 - EQ BOOST / FLA T : When set in the “FLA T” position, frequency response is linear and unaltered.When “Boost” is selected, internal equalization is applied to enhance low frequency and high frequency response. “FLA T” will provide greater accuracy of reproduced music, higher speech intelligibility and maximum overall leve[...]

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 the “MIC” position the level can be adjus[...]

18 Features 1 - XOVER IN / OUT : Pressing this button engages a high-pass filter at 1 10 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 either 0° (no change) or 180° (inverse pola[...]

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: T urns the power on. Power “on” status is indicated with the ill[...]

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 CD players, can also be accommodated. There are t[...]

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 Level Required T o Deliver Maximum Output Full [...]

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 selector switch optimizes the speaker gain for the [...]

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 match to the subwoofer . From the master outputs of [...]

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 much better than a conventional 2-way system. The mor[...]

25 POWER LINE SELECT AC LINE INPUT 100V~ -240V~ 50/60 Hz 5A 600W MIC LEVEL LINE FLAT BOOST OUT IN OVERLOAD SIGNAL l l INPUT EQ Designed, Engineered and Assembled in U.S.A. JBL PROFESSIONAL Northridge, CA. USA Equipped with Differential Drive ® Transducer Technology U.S. P ATENT 5,748,760 Other U.S. and foreign patents pending + 4 d B - 1 0 d B PRX[...]

26 REFERENCE Balanced vs. Unbalanced Lines Y our 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 an equal, but opposite voltage with respect to[...]

27 1 (shield) 2 3 1 2 3 XLR/F to XLR/M Microphone Cable TRS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M Cable Tip Ring Sleev e 1 (shield) 2 3 TS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M Cable Tip Sleev e 1 (shield) 2 3 TRS 1/4” Phone to dual TS 1/4 ” P hone Tip Ring Sleev e Tip Sleeve (shield) Tip Sleeve (shield) XLR/M to RCA (phono) Cable 1 2 3 Ce nter Shield [...]

28 TROUBLESHOO TING Symptom Likely Cause What T o Do No sound. Speaker not connected to active AC power . V erify 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. Speaker power Cable is faulty or improperly[...]

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 problem. Refer to the owner ’s manual of the faulty[...]

30 CONT ACT INFORMA TION 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 Friday 8:00am -5:00pm Pacific Coast T ime In[...]

31 W ARRANTY INFORMA TION The JBL Limited W arranty 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 products are warranted for two years from the dat[...]

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