Peavey PVXp 12 DSP Users Manual
PVXp
™
12 DSP
Powered Speaker System
Operating
Manual
www.peavey.com
FCC/ICES Compliancy Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS Standard(s). 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, that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) I’appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage, et (2) I’utilisateur de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warning: Changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Peavey Electronics Corp. can void the
user’s authority to use the equipment.
Note – This equipment 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 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 and 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.
Caution
The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
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Introduction
ank you for purchasing the powered Peavey PVXp™ 12 DSP powered speaker system. e PVXp™ 12 DSP
features a reliable bi-amped power section that provides a total of 830 Watts of peak available dynamic power.
With that much available power, speaker protection is critical. Advanced digital signal compression prevents
audible overload, protecting the speakers from harmful distortion at high output levels. is powered enclosure
also includes heavy duty speaker drivers; it features a 12” woofer with a 2-3/8” voice coil and a 50 oz. magnet,
this is coupled with the RX14 compression driver that includes a 1.4” titanium diaphragm on a 100-degree horizontal x 50 degree vertical pattern asymmetrical horn.
e PVXp™ 12 DSP provides a balanced input via a combination jack that accepts a balanced TRS 1/4” input, as
well as a balanced XLR input and summed RCA jacks. ere are two balanced ru outputs, a male XLR and a
1/4” TRS. e LCD display and EQ presets, along with other operating parameters are accessed via a one-knob
selector.
Features
* Two-way bi-amplied analog amp powered speaker system
* 12” heavy-duty woofer with a 2-3/8” voice coil & 50 oz. magnet
* RX™ 14 compression driver, with 1.4 inch titanium diaphragm
* 630 watts peak dynamic woofer power, 200 watts peak dynamic tweeter power
* DSP processing is 64 bit double-precision
* DSP I/O is at 48 kHz and 24 bits, with low-jitter, professional grade components
* Fan cooled for maximum reliability
* Patented Quadratic roat Waveguide™ technology, 100 by 50 degree coverage
* Asymmetrical horn aims the sound down 10 degrees, at the audience, not over their heads.
* Input is via a combo female XLR and 1/4” TRS phone jack with balanced input
* A Mic/Line switch provides for two dierent gain settings
* ru output is via a male XLR jack and 1/4” TRS phone jack
* Multiple Factory Preset EQ settings
* Rugged plastic injection-molded trapezoidal enclosure
* Full-coverage perforated steel grille, with powder coat nish
* Pole mount molded-in for 1 3/8” diameter poles
* Top, bottom and right side ying point inserts
Description
e PVXp™ 12 DSP is a two-way sound reinforcement system based on a heavy-duty Pro 12” woofer and a
RX14 titanium diaphragm dynamic compression driver mounted on a 100 by 50 degree coverage Quadratic
roat Waveguide™. Its sleek, modern appearance, coupled with excellent performance, oer an outstanding
package. e lightweight-yet-rugged injection-molded plastic enclosure with molded-in stand mount cup
facilitates portable use for live music or P.A. sound. e trapezoidal cabinet has three handles for ease of portability, and an extra 45-degree angled section on the right side to allow use as a oor monitor. Five sets of ying/
mounting points, two on the top, two on the bottom, and one on the side, with a total of 16 cabinet inserts,
provide for the ultimate in installation exibility. A black, powder-coated, perforated steel grille provides driver
protection and a professional appearance.
e heavy-duty 12” woofer has a 2-3/8” voice coil diameter, and a 50 oz. magnet for 200 watts continuous worth
of chest-pounding bass. e RX14 compression driver tweeter is coupled to a Quadratic roat constant directivity waveguide, covered under US patent #6,059,069, with smooth, even response, low distortion and good
high frequency dispersion.
is horn has an asymmetrical vertical polar response, aiming the main energy lobe down 10 degrees, so it is
directed at the audience instead of over their heads. e vertical polar pattern is +15 degrees, -35 degrees. is
helps reduce ceiling reections for greater clarity and gain before feedback.
Advanced Digital Signal Processing (A.D.S.P.) provides the crossover function, driver limiting, as well as the
driver EQ to enable the speaker system to provide an accurate and neutral sound for any type of music. e DSP
processing uses 64 bit double-precision to ensure accurate and transparent sound processing, and the input/
output sections use a 48 kHz sampling rate at 24 bits for maximum delity. Low-jitter clocking and professional
grade components insure the sound quality is superb.
An extremely exible system of EQ presets and adjustments is implemented in the speaker system’s DSP computing core, and accessible via the rotary push-to-select knob and the LCD display.
e PVXp™ 12 DSP speaker system power ampliers providing the bi-amplication are low-distortion ultra-reliable fan-cooled units providing a total of 830 peak available dynamic power for the system.
ere is 630W peak available dynamic power for the woofer, and 200W peak available dynamic power for the
tweeter. e power supply for both amps is a switch-mode type, that provides reliability coupled with low cost.
Both ampliers feature sophisticated signal compression, which virtually eliminates audible power amplier clipping. Cooling is provided via a low-noise fan, for reliable operation under any conditions.
Input is via a combo female XLR and 1/4” TRS phone jack with balanced input to the DSP preamp/EQ electronics, and a Level control. A Mic/Line switch allows for use of a microphone via the extra gain available when in
the “Mic” position.
e included thru output consists of a male XLR jack and paralleled 1/4” jack. is output allows linking of
additional speaker systems, or feed the signal to a powered subwoofer, etc.
Applications
e Peavey PVXp™ 12 DSP has a variety of applications such as sound reinforcement, public address, side ll
system, karaoke or musical playback.
A typical signal source for the line-level inputs of the Peavey PVXp™ 12 DSP would be a sound reinforcement
mixing console (mixer) or the output from a CD player, MP3 player or tape deck. A dynamic microphone can
be connected directly via the XLR input and used when the Mic/Line switch in placed into the “Mic” position as
well.
LOWER REAR PANEL
3
2
1
ONOFF SWITCH 1
This rocker switch supplies AC power to the PVXp™ 12 DSP when switched to the ON position. The ON
position is with the top of the switch pushed “in” or nearly flush with the rear panel.
FUSE (2)
To replace the fuse, be sure to remove the IEC power cord from the IEC socket. e fuse holder tray is
located beneath the IEC socket cavity. Pry the fuse holder tray out with a small at blade screwdriver placed under the center of the top edge of the fuse tray, and gently lever the fuse tray out. e fuse is held in a clip in the
fuse tray, and should be removed and replaced with a fresh 5 X 20mm 250V type fuse of the appropriate current
rating. A spare fuse should be located in a hollow compartment in the fuse tray, below and behind the clip, this
would be the one that is NOT clipped into the fuse tray clips.
en, once the fresh fuse has been put in place, re-insert the fuse tray into the IEC connector assembly, and
make sure it is fully seated and ush with the outside of the IEC connector assembly.
It is recommended that to assure future convenience of having a spare, that a spare fuse be obtained and placed
in the hollow compartment at the earliest convenient time.
IEC POWER CORD CONNECTION (3)
is receptacle is for the IEC line cord (supplied) that provides AC power to the unit. It is very important
that you ensure the PVXp™ 12 DSP has the proper AC line voltage supplied.
Please read this guide carefully to ensure your personal safety as well as the safety of your equipment. Never
break o the ground pin on any equipment. It is provided for your safety. If the outlet used does not have a
ground pin, a suitable grounding adapter should be used and the third wire should be grounded properly. To
prevent the risk of shock or re hazard, always be sure that the mixer and all other associated equipment are
properly grounded.
UPPER REAR PANEL
9
PVX p 12 A.D.S.P
Advanced Digital Signal Processing
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MASTER
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Push to
A.D.S.P.
Select
7
LEVEL
6
min max
5
LINE MIC
LIFT GND
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L
4
R
INPUT
STEREO
(summed)
THRU
INPUT (4)
e line-level input is of the medium impedance balanced type. e jack is a combo female XLR and 1/4" TRS
connector. Sensitivity of this input is 0.48 volts for full output, when the MIC/LINE switch (7) is in the LINE position. Also included are two summed RCA jacks that provide an unbalalaced input for connecting a cd or MP3
players.
Gnd LIFT switch (5)
Allows the shield to be disconnected from the chassis ground to alleviate hum from ground loops.
Level (6)
Controls the gain or output level of the input signal. It is used to directly set the system output level for a given
input signal.
MIC/LINE switch (7)
Switches between LINE level gain (out position) and MIC level gain (in position). MIC position increases gain
33 dB to allow use of most dynamic microphones.
NOTE: Phantom power is not supplied on the INPUT (4) jacks.
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