Selection And Settings Of Processors And Amplifiers; Basic Setting Example - Yamaha CXS18XLF Owner's Manual

Selection and Settings of Processors and Amplifiers

In order to take full advantage of the CXS performance, make sure to adjust the cut-off and equalizer (EQ) using a
processor/DSP built-in amplifier.
When selecting an amplifier, the amplifier should have a similar program (PGM) wattage rating to the speaker. For
example, since the PGM rating of the CXS18XLF is 1000 W, an amplifier of 800 W to 1250 W (0.8 to 1.25 times that
of 1000 W) should be selected. However, when a speaker can be protected properly by a limiter, amplifiers with more
power can be used together.
Visit the CXS product page of the Yamaha Pro Audio global website for details on the recommended models of pro-
cessors and amplifiers, and EQ settings.

Basic Setting Example

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This system is connected by two independent cables from a 2-channel amplifier to a CXS and a
full-range speaker.
2-channel amplifier
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This system is connected by a single cable from the outputs of a 2-channel amplifier, using the
[OUTPUT] jack.
The [OUTPUT] jack of the CXS receives the signals via 2+/2– of the [INPUT/PARALELL] jack and routes them to 1+/1– for
output. Using the [OUTPUT] jack of the CXS along with a 4-pole speakON cable, you can connect an amplifier to the CXS
with a single cable.
2-channel amplifier
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From
amplifier
1+/1–: FULL RANGE
1+/1–: SUBWOOFER
To full-range
speaker
From
amplifier
2+/2–: FULL RANGE
1+/1–: SUBWOOFER
4-pole speakON
cable
CZR series
(full-range speaker)
CXS
CZR series
(full-range speaker)
1+/1–: FULL RANGE
OUTPUT
Routes the signals received via
2+/2– to 1+/1– for output.
CXS