Page 3 - Contents
Contents Package Contents .....................................................................................................................4 Agency Approvals and Certifications ...................................................................................... 4 Before You Begin - Important I...
Page 4 - Welcome; PACKAGE CONTENTS; Mounting / Suspending EON Speakers
Welcome Welcome to the family of discerning sound equipment users who have selected JBL Professionalloudspeakers. EON is a creation of JBL, the world leader in sound reinforcement. JBL soundsystems are used in some of the world’s most famous arenas, concert halls and clubs. In fact, JBLspeakers are ...
Page 6 - Specifications; Frequency Response
• Balanced loop-through / mix output. “Daisy-chain” additional EON speakers or send the mixed output to a mixing console. • 90º x 60º (nominal) constant directivity horn.• Thermomaster® Total Thermal Management System®. A single piece, cast-aluminum baffle integrates the woofer frame, horn, and ampl...
Page 7 - Available Accessories; QUICKSTART
Available Accessories SS2-BK Tripod Stand ESK15 Suspension Kit for EON 15” models BRK15 Bracket, adapts EON 15” models to OmniMount® brackets EON15 BAG/W-1 Zippered, plush-lined speaker bag with wheels EON15 BAG-1 Zippered, plush-lined speaker bag EON BRK1 Mounting bracket for EON 15” speakers - fix...
Page 8 - CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS; Connectors; INPUT 1; Switches; HF
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS The audio section of the EON15 G2 includes powerful features thatenhance the flexibility of your EON15 G2 speakers. Connectors INPUT 1 This balanced input accepts a standard XLR (female) connector. A broad range of signals (-44 dBu to +20 dBu nominal) from microphones, audio...
Page 9 - Controls
MIX/LOOP This switch selects the source of the signal for the OUT connector. CAUTION: Before adjusting this switch, be certain to set the input level control of any equipment connected to this output to its minimum gain (least sensitive) setting. • In the disengaged position, only the signal from th...
Page 10 - Indicators; VOLTAGE SELECTION AND FUSES; Changing Voltage; Fuse Replacement
Indicators PEAK The PEAK LED (Light Emitting Diode) illuminates to indicate that the system is approachingclipping. The threshold for this light is actually about 2 dB below clipping. An occasionalflickering of this light on the loudest peaks is acceptable. If this LED is on for more than the durati...
Page 11 - APPLICATION EXAMPLES; Basic Sound Reinforcement System with Stage Monitors
APPLICATION EXAMPLES Basic Sound Reinforcement System with Stage Monitors This is the basic live sound system. The optional tripod stands will get the speakers up above theaudience so the sound can project. The second pair of EON15P G2 speakers are used as stagemonitors. For maximum gain before feed...
Page 12 - Health Club Instruction
Vocal / Acoustic-Electric Guitar Here’s a simple set-up for a musician using an acoustic-electric guitar with a stereo pick-up andbacking tracks to accompany live vocal performance. If stereo is not a requirement, simply omit the 2nd speaker Health Club Instruction For a simple to use system just ad...
Page 13 - DJ or Sound Reinforcement System with EON PowerSubs
DJ or Sound Reinforcement System with EON PowerSubs Here’s a system with EON PowerSubs added to provide additional low-frequency power. If your mixerhas a SUM or MONO output, you can also drive the EON Powersubs from this output and use thevolume control for the mono for bass mix effects. INPUT 1 LO...
Page 15 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Lots of hiss in the sound, the Improper grain structure • Make sure that the mixer controls are at very low MIC/LINE switch is in the settings. LINE (disengaged) position. • Reduce the level settings at speaker. Review the Owner’s Manual foryour mixer and adjust controlsas needed.• Input sensitivity...
Page 17 - REFERENCE; Connections - Balanced and Unbalanced; Balanced Lines
REFERENCE Connections - Balanced and Unbalanced There are two basic types of audio system interconnections for audio signals: Balanced andUnbalanced. Your EON15 G2 can accept either type of input. Balanced Lines In audio, a balanced line is a three-conductor system in which the two signal wires carr...
Page 18 - Cables and Connectors
XLR/F to XLR/M Microphone Cable The standard cable for interconnection of microphone and line level signalin professional audio systems.• Microphone to mixer• Microphone to EON15 G2 INPUT 1• Professional audio mixer to EON15 G2 INPUT 1• “Daisy chaining” EON15 G2 speaker systems TRS (Balanced) 1/4” P...
Page 19 - Loudspeaker Placement and Mounting; BLOCK DIAGRAM
Loudspeaker Placement and Mounting The following guidelines will help you achieve optimum sound wherever you use your EON loudspeakers: Raise the speakers as high as possible. For best results try to get the high frequency horn atleast 2 to 4 feet above the heads of the audience. If the speakers are...
Page 20 - JBL WARRANTY AND CONTACTS; On the World Wide Web:; Contact Information
Who Is Protected by This Warranty? Your JBL Warranty protects the original owner and all subsequent owners so long as: A.) Your JBL product has beenpurchased in the Continental United States, Hawaii or Alaska. (This Warranty does not apply to JBL products purchasedelsewhere except for purchases by m...