EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Table of contents | en Table of contents Safety Important safety instructions Precautions Suspension Product registration Short information Parts included Description Accessories Quick setup Wireless streaming Tripod, pole mount and floor monitor operation Tripod or pole mount Floor monitor Amplifier DSP controls Recommended configurations...
en | Safety EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer 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”...
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Safety | en Clean only with dry cloth. - Unplug the apparatus from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Condensation - In order to avoid condensation; wait a few hours before turning on the equipment when it is transported from a cold to a warm space.
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.
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance with all such requirements. When loudspeakers are suspended, Electro-Voice strongly recommends the system be inspected at least once per year or as laws and regulations require. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken immediately.
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Short information | en Short information This document is applicable to these products: Description EVIVA12P-US 12” 2-way powered speaker, US cord EVIVA15P-US 15” 2-way powered speaker, US cord EVIVA18SP-US 18” powered subwoofer, US cord EVIVA12P-EU 12”...
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en | Short information EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer EVIVA 18SP Quantity Component Powered subwoofer Power cable Quick user guide Safety and security information Not included in EVIVA18SP-NC 2025-03 | 01 | Bosch Security Systems, LLC User manual...
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Description | en Description Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker system. Please take time to consult the manual to understand all the features built into your EV system and fully utilize its performance capabilities.
| Description EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Accessories and portability Electro-Voice accessories, such as BRKT-POLE-L wall mount bracket and TSS-1/TSP-1 tripod speaker stands, are compatible with EVIVA loudspeakers. PCL35 and ASP-58 pole accessories fit the subwoofer’s M20 threaded mount.
Quick setup | en Quick setup The EVIVA series loudspeakers from Electro-Voice are fully integrated audio systems with carefully matched electronics and transducers. These products make it easy to setup a high quality sound system quickly with a minimum amount of cables and external electronics.
en | Wireless streaming EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Wireless streaming For EVIVA12P and EVIVA15P models, follow these instructions to quickly and correctly pair and tune your system for wireless streaming from a Bluetooth®-enabled mobile device. Prior to pairing: Ensure that Bluetooth® is enabled on your mobile device. To pair the system for wireless streaming: Using the MASTER VOLUME knob, turn the output gain level down to (mute).
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Tripod, pole mount and floor monitor operation | en Tripod, pole mount and floor monitor operation Caution! We recommend that two or more persons lift and place heavier loudspeakers. Single person lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury. Caution! Do not stack additional loudspeakers.
en | Tripod, pole mount and floor monitor operation EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Mounting a loudspeaker on a pole To mount a loudspeaker on a pole, do the following: Place the subwoofer on a level and stable surface. Insert the pole into the pole cup on the top of the subwoofer. If you are using a threaded pole mount, turn the pole clockwise to secure the pole to the subwoofer.
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Amplifier DSP controls | en Amplifier DSP controls Full-range loudspeaker input panel The full-range loudspeaker DSP control menu selections are available for the EVIVA loudspeakers. Figure 8.1: Full-range loudspeaker input panel, section 1/3 HIGH PASS select switch - used to refine the sound the loudspeakers deliver based on the system configuration.
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en | Amplifier DSP controls EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Bluetooth indicator flashing - in pairing mode. Bluetooth indicator on - Bluetooth connection is established. LIMIT indicator - protects the loudspeaker from short-term peaks and long-term overload, which can cause distortion. When the LIMIT indicator is on, the limiter is active.
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Amplifier DSP controls | en MIX OUT - Mix output XLR that sends the mix of all input signals (INPUT 1, INPUT 2 or Bluetooth) to another loudspeaker or subwoofer. Input level control knobs control the signal level to MIX OUT.
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NORMAL - a positive signal into the subwoofer produces a positive sound pressure. Setting for most situations. REVERSE - a positive signal into the subwoofer produces a negative sound pressure. Setting for custom applications with non-Electro-Voice loudspeakers. 2025-03 | 01 | Bosch Security Systems, LLC...
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Amplifier DSP controls | en LIMIT indicator - protects the loudspeaker from short-term peaks and long-term overload, which can cause distortion. When the LIMIT indicator is on, the limiter is active. If the LIMIT indicator is on often or continuously: Reduce the output volume (MASTER VOLUME).
en | Recommended configurations EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Recommended configurations Speaking event with multiple loudspeakers LINE and MIC options are available for both INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 level control knobs. The 0 dB position is unity gain (no gain or attenuation) and the range to the right of zero is for adjusting microphone levels.
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Recommended configurations | en Bluetooth streaming STEREO configuration Wireless audio streaming via Bluetooth® is available for EVIVA loudspeakers. This configuration can be used to connect two speakers and split the incoming Bluetooth® signal to create a stereo image between two speakers. Parameters and mobile device pairing is to be done on the LEFT speaker.
en | Recommended configurations EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Using full-range systems as monitors LINE and MIC options are available for both INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 level control knobs. The 0 dB position is unity gain (no gain or attenuation) and the range to the right of zero is for adjusting microphone levels.
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Recommended configurations | en Stacking full-range systems with subwoofers Notice! The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. EVIVA12P or EVIVA15P MODE MUSIC or LIVE (user preference) HIGH PASS WITH SUB EVIVA 18SP EVIVA18SP MODE MUSIC or LIVE (user preference) LOW PASS...
en | Troubleshooting EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer 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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If the problem persists, revert back to a wired connection while at that particular venue. If these suggestions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor. Bosch Security Systems, LLC 2025-03 | 01 |...
en | Technical data EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Technical data EVIVA12P 1) Full-space measurement Frequency response (-3 dB) (Hz) 63 Hz – 18,000 Hz using MUSIC DSP preset. Frequency range (-10 dB) (Hz) 50 Hz – 20,000 Hz 2) Full-space measurement using LIVE DSP preset.
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Technical data | en Frequency response Dimensions [in] [in] [13.89] EVIVA15P 1) Full-space measurement Frequency response (-3 dB) (Hz) 56 Hz – 17,000 Hz using MUSIC DSP preset. Frequency range (-10 dB) (Hz) 45 Hz – 20,000 Hz 2) Full-space measurement using LIVE DSP preset.
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en | Technical data EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer HF transducer size (in) 1 in HF transducer type DENA2504H compression driver HF transducer diaphragm material Titanium-coated PEI HF transducer magnet material Neodymium Crossover frequency (kHz) 1.9 kHz Connector type (2) XLR Combo mic/line input (1) XLR mix output Enclosure Composite...
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Technical data | en Dimensions [in] [16.77] [in] EVIVA18SP 1) Full-space measurement Frequency response (-3 dB) (Hz) 45 Hz – 150 Hz using MUSIC DSP preset. Frequency range (-10 dB) (Hz) 38 Hz – 200 Hz 2) Half-space measurement using LIVE DSP preset and Maximum sound pressure level at a distance...
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en | Technical data EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Weight (lb) 67.6 lb Shipping weight (kg) 36.9 kg Shipping weight (lb) 81.3 lb Frequency response Dimensions [23.5] [in] [20.47] [in] 2025-03 | 01 | Bosch Security Systems, LLC User manual...
EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Appendices | en Appendices 12.1 Warranty information For information on warranty periods and after sales service, please visit: www.electrovoice.com/warranty 12.2 Regulatory information 12.2.1 FCC information IMPORTANT: Do not modify this unit! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority, granted by the FCC, to operate the equipment.
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en | Appendices EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer С настоящото Bosch Security Systems, LLC декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение EVIVA12P-EU, EVIVA15P-EU е в съответствие с Директива 2014/53/ЕС. Цялостният текст на ЕС декларацията за съответствие може да се намери на следния интернет адрес: www.electrovoice.com Tímto Bosch Security Systems, LLC prohlašuje, že typ rádiového zařízení...
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EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer Appendices | en Bosch Security Systems, LLC igazolja, hogy a EVIVA12P-EU, EVIVA15P-EU típusú rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU irányelvnek. Az EU-megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege elérhető a következő internetes címen: www.electrovoice.com Il fabbricante, Bosch Security Systems, LLC , dichiara che il tipo di apparecchiatura radio EVIVA12P-EU, EVIVA15P-EU è...
en | Appendices EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer 12.2.3 Regulatory notice for CE - Information concerning the use of apparatus This equipment has been tested and found to be compliant with class B emission limits. The electromagnetic disturbance generated does not exceed the level above which radio and telecommunications equipment or other equipment cannot operate as intended.
For information on getting permission for reprints and excerpts, contact Electro-Voice. All content including specifications, data, and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
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en | Appendices EVIVA powered speakers and subwoofer SJ/T 11364-2024 China RoHS Cr(VI) PBDE DEHP DIBP : http://www.boschsecurity.com/datecodes/ QA PASS Importers China Bosch (Shanghai) Security Systems Ltd. 333 Fuquan Road North IBP Changning District Shanghai 200335 P.R. China 博世(上海)安保系统有限公司 上海市长宁区虹桥临空经济园区,福泉北路333号 Mexico Robert Bosch de R.L de C.V.
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