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- Page 1 EKX Powered Loudspeakers EKX-12P, EKX-15P, EKX-15SP, and EKX-18SP en | User Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Subwoofer DSP control menu Recommended configurations Daisy-chaining full-range systems MP3 player MONO configuration MP3 player STEREO configuration Using full-range systems as monitors Stacking full-range systems with subwoofers Cardioid Control Technology Troubleshooting Technical data Frequency response Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 4: Safety
12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... -
Page 5: Fcc Information
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ▪ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ▪ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 6: Precautions
EKX Powered Loudspeakers 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. This can happen on hot days when the loudspeaker is in direct sunlight. -
Page 7: Description
EV system and fully utilize its performance capabilities. The EKX series is the newest member of the Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker family, and combines legendary EV sound quality and reliability with the latest technology — all in a compact package suitable for a wide range of sound reinforcement scenarios, including musicians/DJs and live/club/installed sound applications. -
Page 8: System Features
EKX Powered Loudspeakers System features EKX-12P – 12-inch two-way powered loudspeaker system ▪ QuickSmartDSP features best-in-class processing, EV’s signature single-knob user interface, and intuitive menu navigation via LCD. ▪ High-efficiency 1500 W Class-D power amplifier delivers up to 132 dB SPL via high- sensitivity transducers designed and engineered by EV. -
Page 9: Quick Setup
M20 threaded pole mount plate. Quick Setup The EKX powered loudspeakers from Electro-Voice with carefully matched electronics and transducers. These products make it easy to set up a high quality system quickly with a minimum amount of cables and external electronics. - Page 10 MAINS Connect the XLR or TRS cable from an audio source to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2. Switch POWER to ON. Adjust the MASTER VOL knob to the desired volume. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
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Page 11: System Overview
System overview Dimensions Figure 3.1: EKX-12P dimensions Figure 3.2: EKX-15P dimensions Figure 3.3: EKX-15SP dimensions Figure 3.4: EKX-18SP dimensions Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 12: Tripod And Floor Monitor Operation
Tripod and floor monitor operation Tripod or pole mount EKX-12P and EKX-15P loudspeakers mount on a tripod stand or on a pole above a subwoofer. Mounting a loudspeaker on a tripod stand Figure 4.1: Full-Range models on a tripod stand Caution! Tripod is not evaluated for safety with this loudspeaker. - Page 13 Turn the M20 threaded pole clockwise to secure the pole to the subwoofer. Using two (2) hands lift the loudspeaker. Set the pole cup located on the bottom of the loudspeaker onto the pole. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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Page 14: Floor Monitor
EKX Powered Loudspeakers Floor monitor EKX-12P and EKX-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 stable surface. -
Page 15: Suspension
Suspension The EKX-12P and EKX-15P enclosures have eight (8) M10 threaded points; six (6) points on top of the enclosure and two (2) points on the bottom. Forged shoulder eyebolts rated for overhead suspension may be used to suspend an individual loudspeaker, such as the EBK-M10 accessory. - Page 16 Replace the M10 screw with the fender washer and eyebolts. Notice! If the eyebolts are removed reinstall the screws. If the screws are not reinstalled air leaks occur in the enclosure, resulting in undesirable performance. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
- Page 17 1.5 inch in diameter and 1/16 inch thick under the eyebolt to distribute the load on the enclosure. Figure 5.2: Eyebolt shown with and without washer Figure 5.3: Eyebolts shown oriented in the plane of pull Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
- Page 18 EKX Powered Loudspeakers Warning! Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended working load for Electro-Voice loudspeakers. Disregarding this warning could result in serious injury or death. Figure 5.4: Maximum working load - vertical orientation Warning! Never suspend EKX Series loudspeakers in a vertical column array.
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Page 19: Amplifier Dsp
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 EKX-12P and EKX-15P. Figure 6.1: Full-Range loudspeaker amplifier panel LCD –... - Page 20 OUTPUT – XLR output sends the input signal to another loudspeaker or subwoofer. INPUT 1 is linked to OUTPUT 1 and INPUT 2 is linked to OUTPUT 2. The MASTER VOL or DSP control settings do not affect OUTPUT. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
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Page 21: System Status
LIMIT is shown small on the screen, the limiter is active but keeps distortion under control. The large LIMIT indicates the sound is negatively affected. Reducing the output volume (MASTER VOL) is strongly recommended when the large limit indication is shown. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 22: Dsp Controls
The setting is saved. The focus returns to the menu items on the left side of the DSP menu. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to modify additional DSP and system settings. Select EXIT to return to the home screen. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... -
Page 23: Full-Range Loudspeaker Dsp Control Menu
6.3.1 Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu The full-range loudspeaker DSP control menu selections are available for the EKX-12P and EKX-15P loudspeakers. EXIT MODE MUSIC (Default) LIVE SPEECH CLUB LOCATION TRIPOD (Default) MONITOR WALL SUSPEND OFF (Default) 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz 150Hz... - Page 24 SUSPEND mode. ▪ SUSPEND – is used when the loudspeaker is suspended in a 3-point suspension by eyebolts. For more information, see Suspension, page 15. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
- Page 25 Available options for this selection are: ON or OFF. The default is ON. BRIGHT Menu The Bright menu is used to determine the brightness of the LCD. The range is 1 to 10. The default is five (5). Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
- Page 26 From the DSP menu, scroll to RECALL. Push the MASTER VOL knob to select RECALL. The recall screen appears. Push the MASTER VOL knob to select 1. The selected item is loaded. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
- Page 27 Performing a reset erases the user customized settings saved under the STORE menu. The five (5) user customized settings in the STORE and RECALL menus return to <EMPTY>. INFO Menu The Information menu is used to display the product name and firmware version. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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Page 28: Subwoofer Dsp Control Menu
EXIT MODE MUSIC (Default) LIVE CLUB LOCATION NORMAL (Default) CARDIOID LOW PASS 80Hz 100Hz (Default) 120Hz 150Hz EKX-12P EKX-15P ELX112P ELX115P ZLX-12P ZLX-15P ON (Default) LIMIT LCD DIM ON (Default) BRIGHT 5 (Default) 1 to 10 CONTRAST 5 (Default) - Page 29 Available options for this selection are: 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, 150 Hz, EKX-12P EKX-15P ELX112P, ELX115P, ZLX-12P, and ZLX-15P. 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.
- Page 30 Use the MASTER VOL knob to scroll to SAVE. Push the MASTER VOL knob to select SAVE. Repeat steps 3 through 8 to store additional customized user settings. 10. Select EXIT to return to the home screen. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
- Page 31 The loudspeaker restarts and resets the system to the original factory settings. Notice! Performing a reset erases the user customized settings saved under the STORE menu. The five (5) user customized settings in the STORE and RECALL menus return to <EMPTY>. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
- Page 32 EKX Powered Loudspeakers INFO Menu The Information menu is used to display the product name and firmware version. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice...
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Page 33: Recommended Configurations
The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Mode: Speech Location: Tripod Sub: Table 7.1: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 23. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 34: Mp3 Player Mono Configuration
The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Mode: Music Location: Tripod Sub: Table 7.2: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 23. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... -
Page 35: Mp3 Player Stereo Configuration
The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Mode: Music Location: Tripod Sub: Table 7.3: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 23. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 36: Using Full-Range Systems As Monitors
The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Mode: Live Location: Monitor Sub: Table 7.4: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 23. 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... -
Page 37: Stacking Full-Range Systems With Subwoofers
Live Location: Normal Low Pass: EKX-15P Table 7.5: DSP settings loudspeaker and subwoofer stacked For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 23 and Subwoofer DSP control menu, page 28. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095... -
Page 38: Cardioid Control Technology
The EKX-15SP and EKX-18SP subwoofers have cardioid array processing originally developed for Electro-Voice concert subwoofer systems. Cardioid subwoofer arrays can be used to direct the output of an array of subwoofers in order to limit excessive amounts of bass in undesired areas. - Page 39 Subwoofers facing away from the audience (Rejection direction) Location: Cardioid Table 7.6: Subwoofer cardioid For more information, see Subwoofer DSP control menu, page 28. For more information about cardioid arrays, see EKX-15SP or EKX-18SP product pages on www.electrovoice.com. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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Page 40: Troubleshooting
MIC microphone pre-amp. position Sound is distorted Excessive input level Reduce the input level or loudspeaker level knobs to front LED is OFF, prevent limit. LCD screen LIMIT is 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... - Page 41 DSP controls, page 22. turned on. A lock symbol displays on the LCD screen. If these suggestions do not solve your problems, contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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Page 42: Technical Data
EKX Powered Loudspeakers Technical data EKX-12P and EKX-15P EKX-12P EKX-15P Frequency Response (-3 dB): 60 Hz - 18 kHz 55 Hz - 18 kHz Frequency Range (-10 dB): 50 Hz - 20 kHz 48 Hz - 20 kHz Maximum SPL: 132 dB... - Page 43 41.2 kg (90.9 lb) Power Consumption: 1.8 A 1. Half Space Measurement. 2. Maximum SPL is measured at 1 m using broadband pink noise at maximum output. 3. Current rating is 1/8 power. Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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Page 44: Frequency Response
EKX Powered Loudspeakers Frequency response Figure 9.1: EKX-12P Frequency response graph: live, music, speech, and club modes Figure 9.2: EKX-15P Frequency response graph: live, music, speech, and club modes 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095 User Manual Electro-Voice... - Page 45 Figure 9.3: EKX-15SP Frequency response graph: live, music, and club modes Figure 9.4: EKX-18SP Frequency response graph: live, music, and club modes Electro-Voice User Manual 2015.01 | 02 | F.01U.308.095...
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- Page 48 Bosch Security Systems, Inc 12000 Portland Avenue South Burnsville MN 55337 www.electrovoice.com © Bosch Security Systems, Inc, 2015...
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