Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu- 2. Keep these instructions. lated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that 3.
Simple pole-mount or stacking options allow for versatile sound reinforcement applications. ELX1 1 2 – 12” Two-Way Passive Loudspeaker The versatile ELX112 loudspeaker is a compact, powerful choice with real stage presence, for sound rein- forcement and stage monitoring applications.
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ELX1 18 – 18” Passive Subwoofer Optimized for performance with the ELX112 and ELX115, the ELX118 adds a full, deep, low-frequency punch that you can hear and feel. Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual...
Tripod and Floor Monitor Operation Floor Monitor Electro-Voice ELX112 and ELX115 loudspeakers may be used as a floor monitor by placing the speaker on the integral monitor angle. Make sure to: cables. Secure cables with wire ties or tape whenever possible.
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Tripod and Floor Monitor Operation Tripod Electro-Voice ELX112 and ELX115 loudspeakers include 35mm (1-3/8”) stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands or above an ELX118. Make sure to: the speaker. the stand. Do not try to make the stand “taller” and compromise its structural integrity.
Recommended Configurations Basic Stereo System using ELX112’s or ELX115’s NL4 Pin Configuration Used ELX112 ELX112 ELX115 ELX115 Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Speakers Nominal Minimum 8 Ohms 7 Ohms 4 Ohms 3.5 Ohms 2.7 Ohms 2.3 Ohms 2 Ohms 1.8 Ohms...
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Recommended Configurations (cont’) Linking ELX118 subwoofers to ELX112’s or ELX115’s This configuration allows a user to increase the low frequency performance without using additional ampli- fier channels. ELX112 ELX112 ELX115 ELX115 NL4 Pin Configuration Used Amplifier Load (per Output Channel)
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Recommended Configurations (cont’) Basic Stereo System using ELX215’s NL4 Pin Configuration Used ELX215 ELX215 Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Speakers Nominal Minimum 4 Ohms 3.7 Ohms 2 Ohms 1.9 Ohms Caution: Do not exceed the maximum load rating of the amplifier.
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Recommended Configurations (cont’) Using multiple ELX112’s or ELX115’s as stage monitors ELX112’s or ELX115’s (Monitor Position) Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Speakers Nominal Minimum Mixer 8 Ohms 7 Ohms 4 Ohms 3.5 Ohms 45 Hz 2.7 Ohms 2.3 Ohms...
Dimensions ELX1 1 2 Bottom View Front View Right View Rear View ELX1 15 Bottom View Front View Right View Rear View Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual...
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Dimensions (cont’) ELX1 18 Top View Front View Right View Rear View ELX215 Bottom View Front View Right View Rear View Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual...
1000 10000 20000 1000 10000 20000 Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) Live X Model Reference Table System Model Coverage Finish Part No. ELX112 ELX115 ELX118 Omnidirectional ELX215 Warranty Information Visit www.electrovoice.com/warranty for warranty information. Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause(s) Action Connect a known working test speaker to the amplifier outputs. If there is no sound, check that all the electronics are on, the signal routing is correct, the source is active, the volume is turned up, and so on. Correct/repair/replace as necessary.
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Electro-Voice 800/392-3497 Fax: 800/955-6831 + 49 9421-706 0 Fax: + 49 9421-706 265 Other Internatonal locations. For customer orders, Contact Customer Service at: + 1 952 884-4051 Fax: + 1 952 887-9212 www.electrovoice.com For warranty repair or service information, contact the Service Repair department at: 800/685-2606 For technical assistance, contact Technical Support at: 866/78AUDIO Part Number LIT000504 Rev 1...