Page 2 - Contents
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 2 To avoid injury, read all operating instructions and safety information in this manual before using the speaker. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage to the speaker or other property. Contents IMPORTAN...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 1. The unit and power supply should only be connected to a power outlet that matches the voltage and frequency as marked on the rear of the unit and power supply. 2. Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched particul...
Page 5 - REGULATORY CERTIFICATION
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 5 REGULATORY CERTIFICATION Cerwin-Vega declares under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards: The Declarations of Conformity can be obtained from Gibson Europe BV - Kamerlingh Onnesweg, 2 -...
Page 8 - SWITCH POSITION
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 8 P1500X Mixer - Rear Panel The P1500X powered loudspeaker has an assortment of mixer controls and connections that cover several applications. It is suggested to review the P1500X mixer, as listed below, to take full advantage of the product features. ( A ) I N P U T 1 , I...
Page 11 - P1800SX Mixer - Rear Panel
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 11 P1800SX Mixer - Rear Panel The P1800SX powered subwoofer features an assortment of controls and connections similar to the P1500X but unique to the needs of this subwoofer. It is suggested to review the P1800SX mixer, as listed below, to take full advantage of the produc...
Page 14 - Using the P1500X as a floor/stage monitor
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 14 Using the P1500X as a floor/stage monitor The P1500X can be used as a floor monitor by laying the cabinet on its side at a fixed 45 degree angle toward the performers. It is recommended to engage the HIGH PASS FILTER which cuts low frequencies to minimize any low frequen...
Page 15 - Using the pole mount
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 15 Using the pole mount The P1500X has two different pole mounting angles: level and 7.5 degrees down. This allows the loudspeaker to be adjusted to an angle that provides optimal audience coverage. For example, a loudspeaker placed on a raised stage platform may have the p...
Page 16 - Using the suspension points
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 16 Using the suspension points The P1500X suspension points are M10 threads with a depth of 25mm. Two suspension points are located on each handle (top for vertical orientation and on the side for horizontal orientation) as well as two pull-back points located on the rear o...
Page 18 - Application #2 – Adding a second P1500X
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 18 Application #2 – Adding a second P1500X A second P1500X loudspeaker can easily be added using a standard XLR/mic cable as in the example below. A two speaker system can cover a wider audience and situations where more volume is needed. To add a second P1500X loudspeaker,...
Page 19 - Application #3 – Adding Subwoofers; Equipment
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 19 Application #3 – Adding Subwoofers For demanding applications where even greater bass response is ideal, adding subwoofers to a pair of P1500X speakers is a great idea. In the diagram below, an audio source is connected to INPUT 1 on each P1800SX subwoofer and then the s...
Page 22 - Application #5 – Adding a P1500X as a Stage Monitor
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 22 Application #5 – Adding a P1500X as a Stage Monitor In a live performance, the performer may wish to have a stage monitor to help hear the performance better. The diagram below shows a P1500X used as a stage monitor for the performer plus two P1500X speakers (daisy-chain...
Page 23 - Application #6 – Large Venue/Front of House
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 23 Application #6 – Large Venue/Front of House In larger venues the Front of House engineer has control of the entire sound reinforcement system using the console mixer. The diagram below shows how a console mixer interfaces with the performers’ on-stage audio equipment wit...
Page 25 - System Block Diagram (P1800SX subwoofer)
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 25 System Block Diagram (P1500X full-range loudspeaker) System Block Diagram (P1800SX subwoofer)
Page 26 - Troubleshooting
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 26 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution No Sound Loudspeaker is not connected to active AC power Verify the loudspeaker is indeed connected to an active AC power source. Various outlets may need to be switched ‘on’. Use a lamp as another way to be sure the AC power source...
Page 31 - Warranty
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 31 Warranty Thank you for choosing one of Gibson Pro Audio’s brands (Stanton, KRK, or Cerwin Vega!). Your satisfaction is extremely important to us. We proudly stand behind the quality of our work and appreciate that you put your trust in us. Registering your merchandise wi...
Page 33 - How to Obtain Warranty Service
CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL 33 How to Obtain Warranty Service Warranty Service outside the United States: To initiate a warranty repair, please contact the Authorized Gibson Pro Audio distributor from whom you purchased your merchandise, and follow the distributor’s return/warranty policy. Warranty Se...