Electro-Voice ELX112P, ELX115P, ELX118P User manual
Powered
Loudspeaker
Owner’s Manual
ELX112P
ELX115P
ELX118P
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE. NE PAS OUVRIR.
WARNING: CONNECT ONLY TO MAINS SOCKET WITH PRO-
TECTIVE EARTHING CONNECTION.
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 a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped
14. To completely disconnect AC power from this apparatus, the power supply cord must be unplugged.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on
this apparatus.
16. The AC plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
Management of WEEE (waste electrical and electronic equipment) (applicable in Member States of the European
Union and other European countries with individual national policies 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.
The lightning 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 of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
The asterisk within an equilateral triangle is intended to inform
the user to necessary installation or removal instructions regarding equipment or hardware use relating to the system.
FCC Information
1. IMPORTANT: Do not modify this unit! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority, granted by the FCC, to operate the equipment.
2. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Precautions
• If Live X loudspeakers are used outdoors on a sunny day, place the loudspeakers in a shaded
or covered area. The loudspeaker amplifiers have protection circuits that temporarily shut the
loudspeaker off when extremely high temperatures are reached. This can happen on hot days
when the loudspeaker is in direct sunlight.
• Do not use Live X loudspeakers in an environment where temperatures exceed +40°C (104°F).
• Never expose a Live X loudspeaker to rain, water, or high moisture.
• Electro-Voice Live X loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels suf-
cient to cause permanent hearing damage to anyone within normal coverage distance. Caution
should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to sound pressure levels exceeding 90 dB.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................................................................................................2
FCC Information ................................................................................................................................................................2
Precautions .........................................................................................................................................................................3
Description ...........................................................................................................................................................................4
Quick Setup .........................................................................................................................................................................4
System Features ................................................................................................................................................................5
Tripod and Floor Monitor Operation ...............................................................................................................................7
Amplifier Controls ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Recommended Configurations ..................................................................................................................................... 12
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Frequency Response Graphs ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Live X Model Reference Table ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Warranty Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Notes .................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
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Description
Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice Live X powered loudspeaker system. Please take time to consult
this manual to understand all the features built into your Electro-Voice system and fully utilize its performance capabilities.
Clear, powerful and musical Electro-Voice loudspeakers command the stage at high-profile venues and
major events worldwide. Born stage-ready, the Live X series includes powered and passive models that
all feature EV-engineered components in solid wood cabinets. Wherever performance matters, Live X is
serious gear for serious sound.
Quick Setup
The Electro-Voice Live X powered loudspeakers are fully integrated audio systems with carefully matched
electronics and transducers. These products make it easy to setup a high quality sound system quickly
with a minimum amount of cables and external electronics.
To get the Live X loudspeaker into operation as quickly as possible, please observe the following steps:
Step Illustration
1. Turn INPUT LEVEL and LOUDSPEAKER
LEVEL to -∞.
2. Connect the AC power cord from a
grounded line receptacle to MAINS IN.
3. Connect a XLR, TRS or RCA cable from
an audio source to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2.
4. Switch POWER to ON.
5. Slowly increase INPUT LEVEL and
LOUDSPEAKER LEVEL to the desired
volume
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System Features
ELX112P – 12” Two-Way Powered Loudspeaker
The ELX112P is a compact, powerful and versatile choice for sound reinforcement and stage monitoring
applications — lightweight and durable, with a 1000 W amp.
• DH-1K 39mm (1.5”) Titanium Diaphragm Compression Driver
• EVS-12K 305mm (12”) Woofer
• 50 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Range; 132 dB Max SPL
• 1000 W Class D Lightweight Amplier — Runs Cool without Fans
• Bi-Amplied Design with 24 dB/Octave Filter Slopes and Transducer Protection
• Selectable 100 Hz High Pass Filter for Use with an External Subwoofer
• Dual XLR and TRS Combo Inputs with Independent Gain Control
• Stereo RCA Input with Gain Control on Input 1
• Switchable Mic / Line Modes on Input 2
• Switchable EQ Modes for Different Applications
• XLR Parallel Output with Selectable Pre or Post Mix Option
• Front-Mounted Power LED, Selectable On or Off
• Indicator Lights for Power on and Limit
• Pole Mounts or Stacks With Live X Subwoofers
• High Frequency Waveguide with 90° X 50° Coverage Pattern
• 15mm Plywood Enclosure, Internally Braced, With Textured Paint
• 60° Monitor Angle
ELX115P – 15” Two-Way Powered Loudspeaker
A powerful step up from the ELX112P, the 15” woofer and 1000 W amplifier in the ELX115P deliver extended lower frequencies and room-filling volume.
• DH-1K 39mm (1.5”) Titanium Diaphragm Compression Driver
• EVS-15K 381mm (15”) Woofer
• 44 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Range; 134 dB Max SPL
• 1000 W Class D Lightweight Amplier — Runs Cool without Fans
• Bi-Amplied Design with 24 dB/Octave Filter Slopes and Transducer Protection
• Selectable 100 Hz High Pass Filter for Use with an External Subwoofer
• Dual XLR and TRS Combo Inputs with Independent Gain Control
• Stereo RCA Input with Gain Control on Input 1
• Switchable Mic / Line Modes on Input 2
• Switchable EQ Modes for Different Applications
• XLR Parallel Output with Selectable Pre or Post Mix Option
• Front-Mounted Power LED, Selectable On or Off
• Indicator Lights for Power on and Limit
• Pole Mounts or Stacks With Live X Subwoofers
• High Frequency Waveguide with 90° X 50° Coverage Pattern
• 15mm Plywood Enclosure, Internally Braced, With Textured Paint
• 60° Monitor Angle
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System Features (cont’)
ELX118P – 18” Powered Subwoofer
Optimized for performance with the ELX112P and ELX115P, the ELX118P adds a deep, low-frequency,
amplified punch that you can hear and feel.
• EVS-18K 457mm (18”) Woofer for Powerful, Engaging Bass Response
• 32 Hz – 130 Hz Frequency Range; 134 dB Max SPL
• 700 W Class D Lightweight Amplier — Runs Cool Without Fans
• Supports Pole Mount for Full-Range Systems
• XLR and TRS Combo Input
• Switchable EQ Modes for Different Applications
• XLR Parallel Output
• Front-Mounted Power LED, Selectable On or Off
• Indicator Lights for Power on and Limit
• 15mm Plywood Enclosure, Internally Braced, with Textured Paint
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