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Page 3 - CONTENTS

3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Precautions 5 The PRX500 Series Power Amplifier 8 - 9 Introduction To The PRX500 Series 10 System Specifications 11 - 15 System Setup 16 - 19 Setting Input Sensitivity 20 Setting The Gain 21 Application Examples 22 - 25 Reference 26 Cables and Connectors 27 Troubles...

Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install n...

Page 5 - PRECAUTIONS

5 The PRX500 series speakers covered by this manual are not intended for fixed installation andhigh moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and causecorrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid exposing the speakers to direct moisture.Keep speakers out of ...

Page 6 - WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS!

6 WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS! R I S Q U E D E C H O C E L E C T R I Q U EN E PA S O U V R I R ! ! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN C A U T I O N WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENTTO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol withinan e...

Page 7 - Series speakers Declaration of Conformity

7 PRX500 Series speakers Declaration of Conformity Safety And EMC Compliance Specifications EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visualand Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions EN 55103-1:1997 Magne...

Page 8 - CAUTION; The

8 Changing Voltage Your PRX500 series speaker will typically be set at the factory to accommodate the power mains voltage in yourarea. Before you set up your PRX500 series speaker for the first time it is a good idea to verify that the settingof the selector is appropriate for the power in your area...

Page 10 - Introduction to the

10 Thank you for choosing the JBL PRX500 series self-powered PA loudspeakers. There are five models in theseries, four full-range systems and one subwoofer. All are powered by integrated digital power amplifiersdeveloped by Crown, the most trusted name in professional sound reinforcement power ampli...

Page 11 - SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

11 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS System Type: Self powered 12", two-way, bass-reflex Frequency Range (-10 dB): 46Hz - 20kHz (EQ in main position)60Hz - 20kHz (EQ in monitor position) Frequency Response (±3 dB): 76Hz - 20kHz (EQ in main position)90Hz - 20kHz (EQ in monitor position) Coverage Pattern: 70º...

Page 16 - Features; SYSTEM SET UP - FULL RANGE MODELS; ll; PRX500 Amplifier Input Configuration for

16 Features 1 - EQ BOOST / FLAT : When set in the “FLAT” position, frequency response is linear and unaltered.When “Boost” is selected, internal equalization is applied to enhance low frequency and high frequency response. “FLAT” will provide greater accuracy of reproduced music, higher speech intel...

Page 17 - Indicators

17 2 - INPUT MIC / LINE: Allows the selection of different input sensitivities to permit the connection of many different sources, with or without the use of a mixer or external microphone preamplifier. See “SettingInput Sensitivity” on page 18. 3 - LEVEL: Sound level adjustment. With the input in t...

Page 18 - SYSTEM SET UP - SUBWOOFER; PRX518S Subwoofer Model:

18 Features 1 - XOVER IN / OUT: Pressing this button engages a high-pass filter at 110 Hz. This 4th order active filter allows a smooth transition between the subwoofer and a full range speaker connected to the output connector. 2 - POLARITY INVERT: Allows you to set the polarity of the subwoofer to...

Page 20 - SETTING THE INPUT SENSITIVITY

20 PRX500 series systems have been designed to allow the connection of a variety of sources. This provides a greatdeal of versatility, especially with the PRX512M and PRX515, as a microphone or instrument can be connecteddirectly to the input. Low levels output from consumer products like MP3 and CD...

Page 21 - SETTING THE GAIN

21 The following levels should be used as a reference if you know the maximum output in dBu of the sourceconnected to the system’s input. For each position stated below there is an input signal level in dBu that isrequired to deliver absolute maximum output of the system. LINELevel Position Input Le...

Page 22 - Basic Sound Reinforcement System; APPLICATION EXAMPLES

22 Basic Sound Reinforcement System This is a very basic sound system. PRX500 series speakers allow the direct connection of sound sources,without the need for extra mixer or pre-amplifier. The XLR or 1/4 inch input jack provides versatility and cablingoptions and the mic/line input sensitivity sele...

Page 26 - REFERENCE

26 REFERENCE Balanced vs. Unbalanced Lines Your PRX500 series can accept either type of input. There are two basic types of audio system interconnectionsfor audio signals: Balanced and Unbalanced. Balanced Lines In audio, a balanced line is a three-conductor system in which the two signal wires carr...

Page 27 - CABLES AND CONNECTORS

27 1 (shield)23 123 XLR/F to XLR/M Microphone Cable TRS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M Cable Tip Ring Sleeve 1 (shield)23 TS (Unbalanced) 1/4” Phoneto XLR/M Cable Tip Sleeve 1 (shield)23 TRS 1/4” Phone to dual TS 1/4 ” Phone Tip Ring Sleeve TipSleeve (shield) TipSleeve (shield) XLR/M to RCA (phono)...

Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING

28 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Likely Cause What To Do No sound. Speaker not connected to active AC power. Verify that speaker is connected and that the circuit is on. Switch on power and verify that illuminated logo is on. • Re-seat the power cable at both ends.• Substitute a known-good power cable. Sp...

Page 30 - CONTACT INFORMATION

30 CONTACT INFORMATION Mailing Address: JBL Professional8500 Balboa Blvd.Northridge, CA 91329 Shipping Address: JBL Professional8370 Balboa Blvd., Dock DNorthridge, CA 91329(Do not return product to this address withoutfirst obtaining prior authorization from JBL) Customer Service: Monday through Fr...

Page 31 - WARRANTY INFORMATION

31 WARRANTY INFORMATION The JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker products (except for enclosures)remains in effect for fiveyears from the date of the first consumer purchase. JBL amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date oforiginal purchase. Enclosures and all other JBL prod...