Electro-Voice ELX200-10, ELX200-15, ELX200-18S, ELX200-12S, ELX200-12 Installation Manual
ELX200 Passive Loudspeakers
ELX200-10 | ELX200-12 | ELX200-15 | ELX200-12S | ELX200-18S
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Table of contents
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Safety 4
1.1 Important safety instructions 4
1.2 Suspension 4
1.3 Precautions 5
1.4 Notices 5
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Description 6
2.1 System features 6
3
Tripod and floor monitor operation 8
3.1 Tripod or pole mount 8
3.2 Floor monitor 10
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Suspension 11
5
Recommended configurations 14
5.1 Basic stereo system using full-range systems 14
5.2 Using full-range systems as stage monitors 15
5.3 Stacking full-range systems with subwoofers 16
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Troubleshooting 18
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Technical data 19
7.1 Dimensions 20
7.2 Frequency response 21
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Safety
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
7. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
8. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Suspension
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Warning!
Suspending any object is potentially dangerous and should only be attempted by individuals
who have a thorough knowledge of the techniques and regulations of suspending objects
overhead. Electro-Voice strongly recommends all loudspeakers be suspended taking into
account all current national, federal, state, and local laws and regulations. It is the
responsibility of the installer to ensure all loudspeakers are safely installed in accordance
with all such requirements. When loudspeakers are suspended, Electro-Voice strongly
recommends the system be inspected at least once per year or as laws and regulations
require. If any sign of weakness or damage is detected, remedial action should be taken
immediately. The user is responsible for making sure the wall, ceiling, or structure is capable
of supporting all objects suspended overhead. Any hardware used to suspend a loudspeaker
not associated with Electro-Voice is the responsibility of others.
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Warning!
Do not suspend this product in any other manner than explicitly described in this manual, or
Electro-Voice installation guides. Do NOT use handles to suspend the loudspeaker. Handles
on Electro-Voice loudspeakers are intended to only be used for temporary transport by
people. Items, such as fiber rope, wire rope, cables, or other types of materials cannot be
used to suspend loudspeaker from the handles.
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Precautions
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Do not use Electro-Voice loudspeakers in an environment where temperatures
are below 0°C (32°F) or exceed +40°C (104°F).
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Never expose an Electro-Voice loudspeaker to rain, water, or high moisture.
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Electro-Voice loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure
levels sufficient 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.
Notices
Old electrical and electronic appliances
Electrical or electronic devices that are no longer serviceable must be collected separately and
sent for environmentally compatible recycling (in accordance with the European Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive).
To dispose of old electrical or electronic devices, you should use the return and collection
systems put in place in the country concerned.
Copyright and disclaimer
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by
any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of the publisher. For information on getting permission for reprints and
excerpts, contact Electro-Voice.
The content and illustrations are subject to change without prior notice.
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Description
Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice passive loudspeaker system. Please take time to
consult the manual to understand all the features built into your EV system and fully utilize its
performance capabilities.
ROCK SOLID SOUND: Electro-Voice ELX200 portable loudspeakers
The ELX200 series is the newest member of the best-selling Electro-Voice portable
loudspeaker family. Positioned above ZLX and below the EKX series, the ELX200 series
features ten models (five powered and five passive), including 10-inch, 12-inch and 15-inch
two-way models, and 12-inch and 18-inch subwoofers.
The ELX200 series is designed to deliver an unprecedented combination of sound quality,
portability and durability at its price point. All-new custom components—tested to levels far
exceeding the industry norm—make ELX200 a robust workhorse capable of handling real-world
abuse and professional applications beyond the capability of competitors’ products in its
category.
Every aspect of ELX200 is designed for ideal results as part of the whole - the acoustical,
electrical and mechanical components all work together seamlessly. The full-range models
feature a low profile form factor designed with a high-spec composite enclosure to balance
weight, manageability, as well as structural integrity. The subwoofers pack powerful lowfrequency output into a surprisingly compact footprint, and feature tuned 15 mm thick wood
enclosures with a premium top-coat finish. The proprietary features that have made the other
members of the EV portable speaker family a go-to for best-in-class performance are also
present: Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST) waveguide concept.
EV's industry-leading quality and testing procedures yield efficient transducer design and
meaningful specs, resulting in components that deliver accurate, linear response at the
system’s highest output levels. Translation: loud and clear all the way up to the limit. Unified in
one of the strongest full-range composite enclosures ever built by EV. The ELX200 is
established as the new benchmark for toughness - both acoustically and physically; maximum
efficiency with maximum toughness.
System features
ELX200-10 — 10" two-way passive loudspeaker system
▪ 1200 W (Peak), 127 dB peak SPL system that is reliability verified with over 500 hours of
abuse testing and endurance testing to 4x typical industry practices.
▪ 1.4 inch DH-1C (1 inch exit) titanium compression driver for extended transparent high-
frequency response.
▪ High-output EVS-10M woofer designed to exacting specifications for superior durability
and exceptional low-frequency reproduction.
▪ EV-patented Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST) waveguide design provides precise
and consistent coverage, minimal distortion, and maximized acoustical loading.
▪ Professional-grade hardware: three M10 threaded mounting points for forged eyebolts,
integrated pole-mounts and the proven ZLX two-handle design for easy lifting.
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ELX200-12 — 12" two-way passive loudspeaker system
▪ 1200 W (peak), 128 dB peak SPL system that is reliability verified with over 500 hours of
abuse testing and endurance testing to 4x typical industry practices.
▪ 1.4 inch DH-1C (1 inch exit) titanium compression driver for extended transparent high-
frequency response.
▪ High-output EVS-12M woofer designed to exacting specifications for superior durability
and exceptional low-frequency reproduction.
▪ EV-patented Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST) waveguide design provides precise
and consistent coverage, minimal distortion, and maximized acoustical loading.
▪ Professional-grade hardware: three M10 threaded mounting points for forged eyebolts,
integrated pole-mounts and the proven ZLX three-handle design for easy lifting.
ELX200-15 — 15" two-way passive loudspeaker system
▪ 1200 W (peak), 130 dB peak SPL system that is reliability verified with over 500 hours of
abuse testing and endurance testing to 4x typical industry practices.
▪ 1.4 inch DH-1C (1 inch exit) titanium compression driver for extended transparent high-
frequency response.
▪ High-output EVS-15M woofer designed to exacting specifications for superior durability
and exceptional low-frequency reproduction.
▪ EV-patented Signal Synchronized Transducers (SST) waveguide design provides precise
and consistent coverage, minimal distortion, and maximized acoustical loading.
▪ Professional-grade hardware: three M10 threaded mounting points for forged eyebolts,
integrated pole-mounts and the proven ZLX three-handle design for easy lifting.
ELX200-12S — 12" passive subwoofer system
▪ 1600 W (peak), 129 dB peak SPL utilizing high-sensitivity transducer designed and
engineered by EV for maximum punch.
▪ High-output EVS-12L woofer designed to exacting specifications for superior durability
and exceptional low-frequency reproduction.
▪ System reliability verified with over 500 hours of abuse testing and endurance testing.
▪ Ideal for portable and installed applications. Lightweight, compact 15 mm wood
enclosure with internal bracing with durable polyurea top-coat finish.
▪ Professional-grade hardware: integrated M20 threaded pole mount plate and two-handle
design for easy lifting.
ELX200-18S — 18" passive subwoofer system
▪ 1600 W (peak), 133 dB peak SPL utilizing high-sensitivity transducer designed and
engineered by EV for maximum punch.
▪ High-output EVS-18L woofer designed to exacting specifications for superior durability
and exceptional low-frequency reproduction.
▪ System reliability verified with over 500 hours of abuse testing and endurance testing.
▪ Ideal for portable and installed applications. Lightweight, compact 15 mm wood
enclosure with internal bracing with durable polyurea top-coat finish.
▪ Professional-grade hardware: integrated M20 threaded pole mount plate and two-handle
design for easy lifting.
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Tripod and floor monitor operation
Tripod or pole mount
ELX200-10, ELX200-12, and ELX200-15 loudspeakers mount on a tripod stand or on a pole
above a subwoofer.
Mounting a loudspeaker on a tripod stand
Figure 3.1: Full-Range models on a tripod stand
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Caution!
Tripod is not evaluated for safety with this loudspeaker. Check the specifications of the tripod
stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the loudspeaker.
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Caution!
Two person lift and placement is recommended for the heavier loudspeakers. Single person
lift and placement of heavier loudspeakers could cause injury.
To mount a loudspeaker on a tripod stand, do the following:
1. Place the tripod stand on a level and stable surface.
▪ Fully extend the legs on the tripod stand.
▪ Do not compromise the tripod stands structural integrity by trying to make the stand
taller.
▪ Do not attempt to suspend more than one loudspeaker on a stand designed for a single
loudspeaker.
2. Using two hands lift the loudspeaker.
3. Set the pole cup located on the bottom of the loudspeaker onto the pole.
4. Tighten the thumb screw (A) to secure the loudspeaker to the pole.
The thumb screw is only available on the 12" and 15" full-range loudspeaker models. The 10"
full-range loudspeaker does not have a thumb screw.
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