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Page 2 - Introduction; Your Studiophile BX5 box contains:; Studiophile BX5 Features

Introduction Thank you for choosing the BX5 Studiophile Series bi-amplified studio nearfieldmonitor speakers. M-Audio is well known for digital audio interface technology,digital converters, audio preamps and mixers. Now, after extensive research anddevelopment, the Studiophile BX5 is born to change...

Page 3 - EQ and Acoustic Space Controls

2. Tweeter By employing a specially developed 1-inch silk dome with magnetic shielding, thetweeter can deliver distortion-free original sound and offer extremely naturalresponse. It minimizes reaction time by using fabric silk for excellent delivery,and also minimizes resonance by adapting a unique ...

Page 4 - Front and Rear Panel Features; Rear Panel

Front and Rear Panel Features Rear Panel 1. XLR INPUT: This jack accepts XLR input connections with either balanced or unbalanced wiring. The input wiring of an XLR connector should be as follows: XLR PIN 1 Signal ground (Shield) XLR PIN 2 Signal positive (+) XLR PIN 3 Signal negative (–) 2. TRS INP...

Page 6 - Front Panel; Installation; Precautions; Please do not touch the speaker cones. The BX5 set is packaged in

Front Panel The front panel houses the Power LED, which indicates whether the speakers(amplifier) power is on or off. Installation For optimal performance of the BX5, please read the following thoroughly andcarefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones....

Page 7 - Correct Power Operation:; Since the BX5 contains its own amplifier, it must; XLR Balanced Connection

Correct Power Operation: Since the BX5 contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable AC cable provided. Beforeconnecting power, please make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch located onthe speaker’s rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as describe...

Page 8 - Connecting to Preamp, Computer or Game Console Outputs; Setting the EQ Switches

Connecting to Preamp, Computer or Game Console Outputs Before connecting, make sure the output device’s power has been turned off. Plug the XLR balanced, TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to thecorresponding output connectors of a pre-amplifier, computer or game console. Setting the EQ Switches Lo...

Page 10 - Setting the Acoustic Space Switch

Setting the Acoustic Space Switch The Acoustic Space switch is a 3-position switch used to select the "AcousticSpace" in which the speaker is placed—Half Space (speakers against wall, 0dBposition), Three-Quarter Space (speakers in corners or close to wall, -2dBposition), or Full Space (speak...

Page 11 - Placing the BX5; Refer to the following diagram.

Placing the BX5 Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order tomonitor sound accurately. To monitor with the BX5s performing to theirmaximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placementare required. Please refer to the following for correct BX5 plac...

Page 12 - Appendix A - Technical Specifications; Acoustic Space Control:

Appendix A - Technical Specifications Type: Two-way studio reference LF Driver : 5-inch dia., magnetically-shielded with curved mineral-filled polypropylene cone, high temperature voice coil and damped rubbersurround HF Driver: 1-inch dia., magnetically-shielded with natural silk dome Frequency Resp...

Page 13 - Appendix B - Block Diagram

Appendix B - Block Diagram Low Cutoff 38 38 56Hz / 80Hz / 100hz 3.0 Filter Filter 3.0 L Switch Switch High-Freq. Switch BX5 Mid-Freq. 13

Page 14 - Technical Support & Contact Information

Technical Support & Contact Information For additonal help, contact M-Audio Technical Support by telephone(626-445-7556, 9-5 PST M-F), by fax (626-445-8407) or by e-mail([email protected]). If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about this or any M-Audioproduct, we invite you to c...

Page 15 - Your BX5 Warranty

Your BX5 Warranty M-AUDIO warrants that this product is free of defects in materials andworkmanship under normal use for a period of One (1) year from purchasedate, so long as the product is: owned by the original purchaser; the originalpurchaser has proof of purchase from an authorized M-AUDIO deal...