ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Table of contents | en Table of contents Safety Important safety instructions Suspension FCC information Precautions Notices Description Short information System features Quick setup Tripod and floor monitor operation Tripod or pole mount Floor monitor Suspension Amplifier DSP...
| Safety ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Safety Important safety instructions The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF presence of uninsulated “dangerous FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT voltage”...
Electro-Voice installation guides. Do NOT use handles to suspend the loudspeaker. Handles on Electro-Voice loudspeakers are intended to only be used for temporary transport by people. Items, such as fiber rope, wire rope, cables, or other types of materials cannot be used to suspend loudspeaker from the handles.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV/communications equipment technician. Precautions If an Electro-Voice loudspeaker is used outdoors on a sunny day, place the loudspeaker in a shaded or covered area. The loudspeaker amplifiers have protection circuits that temporarily shut the loudspeaker off when extremely high temperatures are reached.
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Notice! Bluetooth® is available in select countries. Contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor for more information. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
(five powered and five passive), including 10-inch, 12-inch and 15-inch two-way models, and 12-inch and 18-inch subwoofers. Every aspect of ELX200 is designed for ideal results as part of the whole - the acoustical, electrical and mechanical components all work together seamlessly. The full-range models feature a low profile form factor designed with a high-spec composite enclosure to balance weight, manageability, as well as structural integrity.
ELX200-10P — 10" two-way powered loudspeaker system – EV QuickSmart Mobile application: quickly and wirelessly configure, control and monitor up to six ELX200 loudspeakers simultaneously, and receive immediate notification during critical performance conditions. Bluetooth® is available in select countries. –...
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ELX200-15P — 15" two-way powered loudspeaker system – EV QuickSmart Mobile application: quickly and wirelessly configure, control and monitor up to six ELX200 loudspeakers simultaneously, and receive immediate notification during critical performance conditions. Bluetooth® is available in select countries. –...
Ideal for portable and installed applications. Professional-grade hardware: integrated M20 threaded pole mount plate and two-handle design for easy lifting. Quick setup Full-Range loudspeaker Models: ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, and ELX200-15P To set up a full-range loudspeaker, do the following: Step Illustration...
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| Description ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Subwoofer Models: ELX200-12SP and ELX200-18SP To set up a subwoofer, do the following: Step Illustration Connect the AC power cord from a grounded line receptacle to the MAINS Connect the XLR or TRS cable from an...
Tripod and floor monitor operation | en Tripod and floor monitor operation Tripod or pole mount ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, and ELX200-15P loudspeakers mount on a tripod stand or on a pole above a subwoofer. Mounting a loudspeaker on a tripod stand Figure 3.1: Full-Range models on a tripod stand...
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| Tripod and floor monitor operation ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Mounting a loudspeaker on a pole Caution! We recommend that two or more persons lift and place heavier loudspeakers. Single person lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury.
Tripod and floor monitor operation | en Floor monitor ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, and ELX200-15P loudspeakers may be used as a floor monitor by placing the loudspeaker on the integral monitor angle. To set up a loudspeaker as a floor monitor, do the following: Place the loudspeaker on a level and stable surface.
ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Suspension The ELX200 enclosures have three M10 threaded points; two points on top of the enclosure and one point on the bottom. Forged shoulder eyebolts rated for overhead suspension may be used to suspend an individual loudspeaker, such as the EBK1-M10-3PACK accessory.
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ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Suspension | en Installing the eyebolts To install the eyebolts, do the following: Remove the three fly point covers from the suspension points. Install M10 eyebolts and washers into the suspension points. Warning! Eyebolts must be fully seated and oriented in the plane of pull. Always use washers under the eyebolt to distribute the load on the enclosure.
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ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Figure 4.3: Eyebolts shown orientated in the plane of pull (left correct, right incorrect) Warning! Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended working load for Electro-Voice loudspeakers. Disregarding this warning could result in serious injury or death. 5° MAX 5°...
The amplifier has a combination of controls and connectors to ensure the most versatile loudspeaker system. Full-Range loudspeaker control and monitoring interface The full-range loudspeaker DSP control menu selections are available for the ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, and ELX200-15P. QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP...
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| Amplifier DSP ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Subwoofer control and monitoring interface The subwoofer DSP control menu selections are available for the ELX200-12SP and ELX200-18SP. PUSH FOR DSP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR ELX200 WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE...
E - Indicates the preset is not saved. When the preset is saved the E is not displayed. Notice! Bluetooth® is available in select countries. Contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor for more information. System protection System protection limiters indicate when a system is exceeding recommended usage by indicating CLIP or LIMIT on the LCD display.
Repeat steps 2 through 5 to modify additional DSP and system settings. Select EXIT to return to the home screen. 5.3.1 Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu The full-range loudspeaker DSP control menu selections are available for the ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, and ELX200-15P loudspeakers. EXIT MODE...
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ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Amplifier DSP | en ELX200-18SP ZXA1-SUB EKX-15SP EKX-18SP ELX118P TREBLE 0 db (Default) -12 dB to +6 dB 0 db (Default) -12 dB to +6 dB BASS 0 db (Default) -12 dB to +6 dB ON (Default)
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The Sub menu is used to select a high pass frequency for use with a subwoofer or a matched subwoofer. Available options for this selection are: OFF, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, ELX200-12SP, ELX200-18SP, ZXA1-SUB, EKX-15SP, EKX-18SP, and ELX118P. The high passes are 24 dB/ octave Linkwitz/Riley crossovers.
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ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Amplifier DSP | en TREBLE Menu The Treble menu is used to adjust the high frequency performance of the loudspeaker for different applications or personal preference. The parameter controls a high shelving filter that is centered on 6 kHz.
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| Amplifier DSP ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers From the DSP menu, scroll to STORE. Push the MASTER VOL knob to select STORE. The store screen appears. Push the MASTER VOL knob to select 1. The Enter name for 1 screen appears.
<EMPTY>. INFO Menu The Information menu is used to display the product name and firmware version. 5.3.2 Subwoofer DSP control menu The subwoofer DSP control menu selections are available for the ELX200-12SP and ELX200-18SP subwoofers. EXIT MODE MUSIC (Default)
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| Amplifier DSP ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers ELX200-12P ELX200-15P ZXA1 EKX-12P EKX-15P ELX112P ELX115P ZLX-12P ZLX-15P ON (Default) LIMIT DISPLAY BACK LCD DIM ON (Default) BRIGHT 5 (Default) 1 to 10 CONTRAST 5 (Default) 1 to 10 BACK STORE EXIT, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, EXIT...
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The low passes are 24 dB/octave Linkwitz/Riley slopes. The 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, and 150 Hz selections are generic low pass settings for use with other full-range loudspeaker systems. The ELX200-10P, ELX200-12P, ELX200-15P, ZXA1, EKX-12P, EKX-15P, ELX112P, ELX115P, ZLX-12P , and ZLX-15P settings are specifically optimized for full-range loudspeakers for best summation.
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| Amplifier DSP ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Notice! The customized user setting name can contain a combination of alphanumeric characters including spaces. The alphanumeric character range is A to Z and 0-9. The name field length is 12 characters. Storing customized user settings To store customized user settings, do the following: From the DSP menu, scroll to STORE.
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Notice! Bluetooth® is available in select countries. Contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor for more information. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
App Store or Android Marshmallow and higher tablets and smart phones from the Google Play Store. Notice! The EV QuickSmart Mobile app is designed to only find speakers from Electro-Voice with Bluetooth® enabled. The EV QuickSmart Mobile app will not display other types of Bluetooth® devices, e.g.
ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Recommended configurations | en Recommended configurations Daisy-chaining full-range systems LINE and MIC input level control is available for both INPUT 1 and INPUT 2. The 12 o’clock position is unity gain (no gain or attenuation) and the range to the right of zero is for adjusting microphone levels.
| Recommended configurations ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers MP3 player MONO configuration QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP AUX IN AUX IN OUTPUT OUTPUT ELX200 ELX200 Notice! The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Mode:...
ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Recommended configurations | en MP3 player STEREO configuration PUSH FOR DSP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP AUX IN AUX IN OUTPUT OUTPUT ELX200 ELX200 Mode: Music Location: Tripod Sub: Tab. 7.5: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod See also –...
| Recommended configurations ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Using full-range systems as monitors LINE and MIC input level control is available for both INPUT 1 and INPUT 2. The 12 o’clock position is unity gain (no gain or attenuation) and the range to the right of zero is for adjusting microphone levels.
ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Recommended configurations | en Stacking full-range systems with subwoofers ELX200-15P ELX200-18SP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP PUSH FOR DSP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR AUX IN AUX IN OUTPUT OUTPUT ELX200 ELX200 QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP QuickSmartDSP MONITOR PUSH FOR DSP...
| Troubleshooting ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause(s) Action No sound Amplifier Verify all the electronics are on, the signal routing is correct, the source is active; the volume is turned up, etc. Correct/repair/replace as necessary. If there is still no sound, then the problem may be wiring.
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QuickSmart Mobile Enable Bluetooth® Ensure Bluetooth® is enabled on the loudspeaker. app does not detect the loudspeaker If these suggestions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor. See also – System status, page 21 –...
ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Technical data | en ELX200-12SP ELX200-18SP Color: Black or white Dimensions (H x W x D): 397 x 445 x 457 600 x 507 x 574 mm, (in) (16.7 x 17.6 x 18.0) (23.7 x 20.0 x 22.6) Net Weight: 19.1 kg (42.2 lb)
574 mm [22.6 in] 160 mm [6.3 in] Figure 9.5: ELX200-18SP dimensions Frequency response Figure 9.6: ELX200-10P frequency response: Live, Music, Speech, and Club modes Figure 9.7: ELX200-12P frequency response: Live, Music, Speech, and Club modes 2019-04 | 03 | F.01U.326.891 Installation manual Electro-Voice...
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ELX200 Powered Loudspeakers Technical data | en Figure 9.8: ELX200-15P frequency response: Live, Music, Speech, and Club modes Figure 9.9: ELX200-12SP frequency response: Live, Music, Speech, and Club modes Figure 9.10: ELX200-18SP frequency responses: Live, Music, Speech, and Club modes Electro-Voice Installation manual...