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EVOLVE Portable Column Loudspeaker

EVOLVE30M US | EVOLVE30M EU | EVOLVE30M W

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Table of contents

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Safety

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1.1

Important safety instructions

4

1.2

FCC information

6

1.3

Precautions

7

1.4

Certifications

7

1.5

Notices

8

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Short information

10

2.1

Shipping contents

10

3

 

 

Description

12

3.1

Quick setup

14

4

 

 

Installation

15

5

Amplifier DSP

16

5.1

Amplifier DSP controls

16

5.2

System status

17

5.3

DSP control menu

18

6

 

 

Mixer operation

29

6.1

Inputs 1-4, 5/6 & 7/8

29

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Pairing the QuickSmart Mobile application

31

8

Recommended configurations

32

8.1

Stereo pair of EVOLVE 30M systems

32

8.2

Solo musician performance

33

9

 

 

Troubleshooting

34

10

Technical data

36

10.1

Dimensions

38

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1 Safety

1.1Important safety instructions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The lightning flash with arrowhead

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

symbol, within an equilateral triangle is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

intended to alert the user to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

 

 

presence of uninsulated “dangerous

FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

 

 

voltage” within the product’s enclosure

OVEREXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN

 

 

that may be sufficient magnitude to

OR MOISTURE

 

 

constitute a risk of electric shock to

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,

 

 

persons.

NE PAS OUVRIR.

 

 

 

 

The exclamation point within an

WARNING: THE MAINS PLUG OR AC

 

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equilateral triangle is intended to alert

INLET IS USED AS A DISCONNECT

DEVICE. THE DISCONNECT DEVICE

 

the user to the presence of important

 

operating and maintenance (servicing)

SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.

 

 

instructions in the literature

WARNING: CONNECT ONLY TO MAINS

 

 

accompanying the appliance.

SOCKET WITH PROTECTIVE EARTHING

 

 

 

CONNECTION.

 

The asterisk within an equilateral

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

 

triangle is intended to inform the user to

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

 

necessary installation or removal

COVER (OR BACK) AS THERE ARE NO

 

instructions regarding equipment or

USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

 

hardware use relating to the system.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

 

 

 

 

PERSONNEL.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 manufacturer's 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 is 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.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.

13.Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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14.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.

15.No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

16.To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Objects filled with liquids, such as vases should not be placed on apparatus.

17.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

18.Minimum 60 cm (2 ft) distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.

19.The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

20.To completely disconnect AC power from this apparatus, the power supply cord must be unplugged.

Warning!

Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord som giver forbindelse til

!Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

Warning!

This product is not designed to be suspended. Do NOT use handles or any other method tostikproppens jord.

!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.

Warning!suspend the loudspeaker. Handles on Electro-Voice loudspeakers are intended to only be

Use of non-authorized accessories or attachments with this or any Electro-Voice product is at

!your own discretion. Use of non-authorized accessories or attachments can result in product malfunction, injury, or death.

The user assumes all liability and may result in the warranty being voided.

Caution!

!Do not attempt to move this loudspeaker system when it is fully assembled. You may damage the system or cause personal injury.

 

Caution!

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To maintain tip-over stability, do not use EVOLVE 30M 2-piece sub-pole with EVOLVE 50

column speaker array or subwoofer.

 

 

Doing so may result in damage, and/or personal injury

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Caution!

For optimal acoustics and performance, ONLY use EVOLVE 30M column speaker array with

!the EVOLVE 30M subwoofer. Do not use EVOLVE 30M column speaker array or subwoofer with EVOLVE 50 column speaker array or subwoofer.

Doing so may result in poor acoustic performance, permanent damage, and void of warranty.

1.2FCC information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notice!

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 product 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 product 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.

The device has been granted by FCC and IC, the FCC ID:ESVEVOLVE and IC:1249A -

EVOLVE30M.

Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)this device may not cause interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1)l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2)l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.

1.3Precautions

If an Electro-Voice loudspeaker is used outdoors on a sunny day, place the

!loudspeaker 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 Electro-Voice loudspeakers in an environment where temperatures

!are below 0°C (32°F) or exceed +35°C (95°F).

Never expose an Electro-Voice loudspeaker to rain, water, or high moisture.

!

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.

1.4Certifications

United Arab Emirates:

TRA Registered no.: ER77128/19

Dealer no.: DA45733/15

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1.5Notices

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.

All content including specifications, data, and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

Notice!

Bluetooth® is available in select countries.

Contact your nearest Electro-Voice dealer or Electro-Voice distributor for more information.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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For use in China: CHINA ROHS DISCLOSURE TABLE

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Short information

 

The following table lists products in a family, with CTN (Commercial Type Number) and

 

identifying product name DESCRIPTION.

 

 

 

 

CTN

Description

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-US

Portable column system, US, black

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-EU

Portable column system, EU AP, black

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-W

Portable column system, global, white

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-SUBCVR

Soft cover for EVOLVE 30M sub

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE-CASE

Carrying case for EVOLVE 30M & 50

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-PL-B

Replacement pole for EVOLVE 30M, black

 

 

 

 

EVOLVE30M-PL-W

Replacement pole for EVOLVE 30M, white

 

 

 

2.1Shipping contents

Quantity

Component

 

 

1

Column speaker array

 

 

1

Subwoofer

 

 

1

Sub pole (2 sections)

 

 

1

Power cord

 

 

1

Carrying bag

 

 

1

Installation manual

 

 

1

Safety manual

 

 

Tab. 2.1: EVOLVE30M-US, EVOLVE30M-EU models

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Quantity

Component

 

 

1

Column speaker array

 

 

1

Subwoofer

 

 

1

Sub pole (2 sections)

 

 

2

Power cords

 

 

1

Carrying bag

 

 

1

Installation manual

 

 

1

Safety manual

 

 

Tab. 2.2: EVOLVE30M-W model

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3 Description

Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice portable column system. Please take time to consult the manual to understand all the features built into your EV system and fully utilize its performance capabilities.

Designed to deliver a step up in sound quality and set a new performance standard for compact column speaker systems - EVOLVE 30M is perfect for solo musicians, small groups, mobile entertainers and smaller venues that need an easy-to-use, highly portable and lightweight system with extraordinary coverage and output for its size. EVOLVE 30M comes ready to go with speaker array, symmetrical aluminum pole connectors with internal wire assembly and magnetically assisted latching, subwoofer, and included pole/array carry case - all designed to pack up compactly, set up and tear down quickly, look great on stage, and withstand real-world wear and tear.

Professional-grade EV-engineered components and build quality - The full-range column array and its six 2.8” neodymium drivers provide room-filling ultra-wide 120° coverage via customdesigned waveguides; array-formed 40° asymmetrical vertical coverage ensures acoustic output is directed towards both sitting and standing audience members. The array enclosure is constructed from a durable composite material and incorporates an ergonomic aluminum handle. Four tuning ports are located on the rear of the enclosure for acoustic optimization. A 10” subwoofer is housed in a 15 mm wood enclosure with a high-efficiency laminar-flow vent design, for enhanced rigidity and acoustical performance. The Class-D amplifier provides up to 1000 W of output power: 500 W to the subwoofer and 500 W to the column array. The speakers are protected by a black powder-coated 18 ga. steel grille. Combined, these components generate a genuinely stunning performance to size ratio - an elegant form factor that looks as good as it sounds.

The most extensive feature set in its class - The EVOLVE 30M has an integrated full-function and fully programmable eight-channel digital mixer with multiple inputs (4x XLR/TRS combo line/mic inputs, 1x XLR/TRS stereo line input, 1x RCA, 1x 3.5 mm stereo, 1x Hi-Z instrument input, wireless Bluetooth® Audio Input), and professional-grade preamps and mixer functions - all designed in collaboration with the world-class mixer engineering team at EV’s sibling brand Dynacord. For the performing musician, Hi-Z and foot switch inputs are included for flexible system configuration, and a range of onboard studio-quality effects (30 presets, including chorus, delay, flange and reverb, via two FX channels) add myriad options for finessing your sound. This reduces set-up time - and on-stage clutter - by minimizing the need for external equipment such as a mixer and effects pedals, which also makes loading in and out of the venue quicker. High-resolution, low-latency Bluetooth®* streaming ensures exceptional results for music playback or accompaniment.

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The next-generation Electro-Voice QuickSmart Mobile application utilizes Bluetooth® Low Energy (BTLE) technology for the wireless configuration, control, mixing and monitoring of all parameters of up to six EVOLVE 30M systems simultaneously, and is fully programmable. The full-function GUI allows intuitive control of all system functions from your mobile device. EVOLVE 30M offers simple or sophisticated operation according to your application, making great sound easy for users of all levels.

EV’s industry-leading QuickSmart DSP interface - Allowing intuitive navigation of system parameters via an LCD with single-knob control - as well as multiple options for signal routing and inputs. Setup is simple via four presets (Music, Live, Speech, Club), three-band system EQ (low, mid, high), seven-band graphic EQ (in Mixer mode), five user-programmable presets (Store and Recall settings), phantom power, visual monitoring of limiter status, input level control and meters, and master volume control to optimize gain structure.

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