ETX Powered Loudspeakers ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P, ETX-35P, ETX-15SP, and ETX-18SP en | User Manual
en 3 Table of contents 1 Safety 4 2 Description 7 2.1 Quick setup 7 2.2 System features 3 System overview 10 3.1 Technical specifications 10 3.2 Dimension drawings 12 3.3 Frequency response graphs 14 4 Operation 17 4.1 Tripod and floor monitor operation 17 4.2 Suspension 21 4.3 Amplifier DSP controls 25 4.4 System status 27 4.5 DSP controls 28 4.5.1 Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu 29 4.5.2 Subwoofer DSP control menu 32 4.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers 1 Safety Important Safety instructions: The lightening flash with arrowhead symbol, ! within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
en 5 Management of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) (applicable in Member States of the European Union and other European countries with individual national polices on the management of WEEE). The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as regular household waste, but has to be disposed through returning it at an Electro-Voice dealer.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Suspension Warning! Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of suspending objects overhead. Electro-Voice strongly recommends all loudspeakers be suspended taking into account all current national, federal, state, and local regulations. It is the responsibility of the ! installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance with all such regulations.
en 2 7 Description Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice powered 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. The ETX Powered Loudspeakers are a high-end wood loudspeaker family; consisting of the ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P, ETX-35P, ETX-15SP, and ETX-18SP. Features professional fit and finish, durable, high power systems offers easy portability.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Subwoofer Models: ETX-15SP and ETX-18SP To set up a subwoofer, do the following: Step 1. Illustration Connect the AC power cord from a grounded line receptacle to the MAINS IN. 2. Connect the XLR or TRS cable from an audio source to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2. 3. Switch POWER to ON. 4. Adjust the MASTER VOL knob to the desired volume. 2.
en 9 ETX-12P—12-inch two-way powered loudspeaker system ▪ 2000 W amplifier and 135 dB peak SPL ▪ Single-knob DSP includes presets for multiple configurations and top+sub combinations (performance style, locations, and space) ▪ Loudspeaker system performance monitoring via integrated LCD and front panel LED ▪ SST design assures precise and consistent coverage ▪ Designed for floor, stacked, or tilt pole mount (0 or 7.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers 3 System overview 3.1 Technical specifications ETX-10P, ETX-12P, and ETX-15P ETX-10P ETX-12P ETX-15P Frequency Response (-3 dB): 85 Hz – 20 kHz1 55 Hz – 20 kHz1 48 Hz – 20 kHz1 Frequency Range (-10 dB): 65 Hz – 20 kHz1 43 Hz – 20 kHz1 40 Hz – 20 kHz1 135 dB peak2 135 dB peak2 Maximum SPL: 134 dB peak2 Coverage (H x V): 90° x 60° Power Rating: 2000 W LF Transducer: SMX2100 254 mm (10 in) HF Transducer: SMX2150 380 mm mm (12 in) (15 in) DH3-B 1.
en 11 ETX-35P ETX-35P Frequency Response (-3 dB): 48 Hz – 20 kHz1 Frequency Range (-10 dB): 38 Hz – 20 kHz1 Maximum SPL: 136 dB peak2 Coverage (H x V): 60° x 40° Power Rating: 2000 W LF Transducer: SMX2151 380 mm (15 in) MB Transducer: EVS-6C 6.5-in mid-bass driver HF Transducer: DH3-B 1.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers ETX-15SP and ETX-18SP ETX-15SP ETX-18SP Frequency Response (-3 dB): 37 Hz – 150 Hz1 33 Hz – 150 Hz1 Frequency Range (-10 dB): 32 Hz – 180 Hz1 28 Hz – 180 Hz1 Maximum SPL: 134 dB peak2 135 dB peak2 Power Rating: 1800 W LF Transducer: DVX3159A 380 mm (15 in) Low Pass Frequency: DVX3180A 457 mm (18 in) Adjustable: 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, 150 Hz Connectors: (2) XLR/TRS Combo Jack and (2) XLR link Output Enclosure: 18 mm, 13-ply birch plywood with EVCoat Grille: 16AWG st
en 13 225 mm [9 in] 381 mm [15 in] 304 mm [12 in] 613 mm [24 in] 236 mm [9 in] 400 mm [16 in] 159 mm [6 in] 40° 166 mm [7 in] Figure 3.2: ETX-12P dimension drawing 431 mm [17 in] 224 mm [9 in] 342 mm [13 in] 691 mm [27 in] 236 mm [9 in ] 447 mm [18 in] 161 mm [6 in] 40° 166 mm [7 in ] Bottom View Figure 3.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers 333 mm [13 in] 576 mm [23 in] 351 mm [14 in] 232 mm [9 in ] 692 mm 825 mm [27 in] [32 in] 236 mm [9 in] 471 mm [19 in] 166 mm [7 in] Left View Front View Top View Right View Figure 3.5: ETX-15SP dimension drawing 368 mm [14 in] 675 mm [27 in] 351 mm [14 in] 271mm [11 in] 550 mm [22 in] 777 mm [31 in] 236 mm [9 in] 910 mm [36 in] 166 mm [7 in] Figure 3.6: ETX-18SP dimension drawing 3.3 Frequency response graphs Figure 3.
en 15 Figure 3.8: ETX-12P frequency response graph: speech, live, and music modes Figure 3.9: ETX-15P frequency response graph: speech, live, and music modes Figure 3.10: ETX-35P frequency response graph: speech, live, and music modes Electro-Voice User Manual 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Figure 3.11: ETX-15SP frequency response graph: live and music modes Figure 3.12: ETX-18SP frequency response graph: live and music modes 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
en 4 Operation 4.1 Tripod and floor monitor operation 17 Multi-angle pole cup The multi-angle pole cup is used to position the ETX-10P, ETX-12P and ETX-15P loudspeakers for optimal sound coverage. The multi-angle pole cup has two (2) positions 0° and 7.5°. The 0° position points the sound horizontally straight towards the audience. The 7.5° position points the sound at an angle towards the audience and is used when the loudspeaker is above the audience. 0° 7.5° Figure 4.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Tripod or pole mount ETX-10P, ETX-12P, and ETX-15P loudspeakers mount on a tripod stand or on a pole above a subwoofer. Mounting a loudspeaker on a tripod stand Figure 4.2: Full-Range models on tripod stand Caution! ! Tripod is not evaluated for safety with this loudspeaker. Check the specifications of the tripod stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the loudspeaker.
en 19 Mounting a loudspeaker on a pole Figure 4.4: Full-Range/sub stack with pole mount Caution! ! Two (2) person lift and placement is recommended for the heavier loudspeakers. Single person lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury. To mount a loudspeaker above a subwoofer on a pole, do the following: 1. Place the subwoofer on a level stable surface. 2. Insert the M20 threaded pole into the combo pole cup on the top of the subwoofer. Turn the pole clockwise Electro-Voice 3.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Figure 4.5: Multi-angle pole cup 0° (left) and multi-angle pole cup 7.5° (right) Floor monitor ETX-10P, ETX-12P, and ETX-15P loudspeakers may be used as a floor monitor by placing the speaker on the integral monitor angle. To set up a loudspeaker as a floor monitor, do the following: 1. Place the loudspeaker on a level stable surface. 2. Safely route cables to prevent injury to performers, production crew, and audience members.
en 21 Suspension 4.2 The ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P, and ETX-35P 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.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Installing the eyebolts To install the eyebolts, do the following: 1. Remove the M10 screws from the suspension points. 2. Replace the M10 screw with the fender washer and eyebolt. 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. Warning! ! Eyebolts must be fully seated and oriented in the plane of pull. Always use fender washers at least 1.
en Correct 23 Incorrect Figure 4.9: Eyebolts shown oriented in the plane of pull Warning! ! Never exceed the limitations or maximum recommended working load for Electro-Voice loudspeakers. Disregarding this warning could result in serious injury or death. 50 lb per Suspension Point 5° MAX 5° MAX 5° MAX 5° MAX 30° 90° 90° Figure 4.10: Maximum working load - vertical orientation Warning! ! Electro-Voice Never suspend ETX Powered Loudspeakers in a vertical column array.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Correct Figure 4.11: Loudspeaker vertical suspension 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
en 4.3 25 Amplifier DSP controls 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 ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P, and ETX-35P. Figure 4.12: Full-Range loudspeaker amplifier panel 1. LCD – DSP control and monitoring interface. 2. MASTER VOL – Adjusts the sound level.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Subwoofer control and monitoring interface The subwoofer DSP control menu selections are available for the ETX-15SP and ETX-18SP. Figure 4.13: Subwoofer amplifier panel 1. 2. LCD – DSP control and monitoring interface. MASTER VOL – Adjusts the sound level. DSP – Scroll through and select the available menu selections. Push and hold the MASTER VOL knob to enter the DSP menu. For more information, see DSP controls, page 28. 3.
en 4.4 27 System status Normal system status Figure 4.14: Normal system status home screen 1. LOW PASS/HIGH PASS – Displays the high pass or low pass frequency of the system. For full-range models, this indicates the high pass frequency selected. If no subwoofer is used, the display indicates NO SUB. For subwoofer models, this indicates the low pass frequency selected. 2. MASTER VOL – Indicates the master gain of the system. The range is from mute to +10 dB, in 1 dB increments. 3.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Output reduction Figure 4.16: System protect Under certain circumstances, the amplifier protects itself and reduces the output gain in order prevent shutdown in adverse conditions. This may occur when the mains voltage is very low or high, or when the ambient temperature is very high. The system returns to its original output if the adverse conditions are corrected. 4.
en 4.5.1 29 Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu The full-range loudspeaker DSP control menu selections are available for the ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P, and ETX-35P loudspeakers. EXIT Menu The Exit menu is used to return to the home screen. Notice! The display returns to the home screen after two (2) minutes of inactivity. FUNCTION Menu The Function menu is used to configure the type of sound the loudspeaker delivers. Available options for this selection are: MUSIC, LIVE, and SPEECH.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers SUBWOOFER Menu The Subwoofer 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, ETX-15SP, and ETX-18SP. The high passes are 24 dB/octave Linkwitz/Riley crossovers. The 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, and 150 Hz choices are generic high pass settings for use with other subwoofers.
en 31 LIMIT – turns the LED off under normal operation. The LED brief blinking indicates the power amplifier is operated at its limits. Short-term blinking is not critical because the integrated limiter keeps distortion under control. Constant lighting of the LED indicates the sound is negatively affected. Reducing the output volume is strongly recommended. For more information see, System status, page 27. MEASUREMENT Menu The Measurement menu is used to select the unit of measure for the delay.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers RESET FACTORY SETTTINGS Menu The Reset Factory Settings menu is used to reset the loudspeaker to original factory settings. Available options for this selection are: NO or YES. The default selection is NO. To reset the system to original factory settings, do the following: 1. From the DSP menu, select RESET FACTORY SETTINGS. The restore factory settings message appears. 2. Select YES. The loudspeaker restarts and resets the system to the original factory settings.
en 2. 33 Select CARDIOID. The CARDIOID (REAR)… message appears. 3. Select YES. The location is set to cardioid. For more information, see Subwoofer cardioid array, page 39. LOW PASS Menu The Low Pass menu is used to select low pass frequency for proper summation with a full-range loudspeaker. Available options for this selection are: 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, 150 Hz, ETX-10P, ETX-12P, ETX-15P and ETX-35P. The low passes are 24 dB/octave Linkwitz/Riley slopes.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers POLARITY Menu The Polarity menu is used to change the polarity of the subwoofer system. Available options for this selection are: NORMAL and REVERSE. ▪ NORMAL – A positive signal into the subwoofer produces a positive sound pressure. (Default) ▪ REVERSE – A positive signal into the subwoofer produces a negative sound pressure. Notice! If one (1) subwoofer is set to NORMAL and another subwoofer is set to REVERSE, the output of the subwoofers cancels acoustically.
en 35 MENU LOCK Menu The Menu Lock menu is designed to prevent users from inadvertently changing settings. Available options for this selection are: ON or OFF. The default is OFF. To turn menu lock on, do the following: 1. From the DSP menu, scroll to MENU LOCK. 2. Select ON. The Menu lock out message appears. 3. Select YES. The menu lock feature is turned on and the LCD displays a lock symbol. Notice! If menu lock is ON, the user is allowed to adjust the MASTER VOL.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers 4.6 Recommended configurations 4.6.1 Daisy-chaining full-range systems Vocal Microphone Notice! The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Location: Tripod Function: Speech Subwoofer: Off Table 4.1: DSP settings loudspeaker on a tripod For more information see, Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 29. 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
en 4.6.2 37 Using full-range systems as monitors Vocal Microphone Instrument Notice! The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. Location: Monitor Function: Live Subwoofer: Off Table 4.2: DSP settings loudspeaker as a monitor For more information see, Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 29. Electro-Voice User Manual 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers 4.6.3 Stacking full-range systems with subwoofers ETX-12P ETX-18SP Mixer Notice! The direction of the arrow indicates the signal path. ETX-12P Location: Tripod Function: Live Subwoofer: ETX-18SP ETX-18SP Location: Normal Function: Live High Pass: ETX-12P Table 4.3: DSP settings loudspeaker and subwoofer stacked 2014.07 | 04 | F.01U.276.
en 39 For more information, see Full-Range loudspeaker DSP control menu, page 29 and Subwoofer DSP control menu, page 32. 4.6.4 Subwoofer cardioid array Subwoofer cardioid array The ETX-15SP and ETX-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.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Figure 4.18: Cardioid physical alignment Cardioid option A: Either two (2) ETX-15SP or two (2) ETX-18SP subwoofers orientated vertically. Direct the top subwoofer towards the audience and the bottom subwoofer away from the audience (Rejection direction). Cardioid option B: Either three (3) ETX-15SP or three (3) ETX-18SP subwoofers orientated vertically. Direct the top two (2) subwoofers towards the audience and the bottom subwoofer away from the audience (Rejection direction).
en 4.7 41 Removing the subwoofer caster wheels The ETX-15SP and ETX-18SP subwoofers have caster wheels attached for easy transportation in portable applications. The caster wheels are removable for a permanent installation. To remove the subwoofer caster wheels, do the following: 1. Remove the 16 M6 screws, 16 washers, and four (4) casters on the rear of the subwoofer. 2. Install the 16 M6 screws and 16 washers back into the rear of the subwoofer. Ensure all 16 M6 screws are tight.
ETX Powered Loudspeakers Troubleshooting 5 Problem Possible Cause(s) Action 1. Amplifier Connect a known working test loudspeaker to the amplifier No Sound outputs. If there is no sound, 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 sound, the problem is wiring. Wiring Verify you have connected the correct cables to the amplifier.
en Problem 7. Possible Cause(s) Action Incorrect gain Verify level controls of the source are properly structured structure or source by using the VU meter indicator on the LCD screen. If the input (mixing VU meter bar is solid or the system indicates LIMIT, the console/preamp) is input or source level is too high. Fore more information, overdriven see System status, page 27. Microphone Incorrect gain Reduce the microphone levels at the mixing console or produces structure input source.
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