Eris XT-Series E5XT / E8XT
High-Definition Near Field Studio Monitors
Owner’s Manual
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www.presonus.com
English
Table of Contents
1Overview — 1
1.1Introduction — 1
1.2Product Registration — 2
1.3What’s in the Box — 2
1.4Companion PreSonus Products — 3
2Hookup — 4
2.1Rear Panel Connections and Controls — 4
2.1.1Inputs — 4
2.1.2Power — 4
2.1.3Acoustic Tuning Controls — 5
2.2Hookup Diagrams — 6
2.2.1Basic Setup — 6
2.2.2Advanced Setup with Monitor Controller and Speaker Switching — 7
3Application Guide — 8
3.1Monitor Placement
and Acoustic Space Settings — 8
3.2Calibrating Using 85 dB SPL “Standard” Reference — 10
4Resources — 12
4.1Technical Specifications — 12
4.2Troubleshooting — 13
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Overview |
Eris XT-Series E5XT / E8XT |
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Introduction |
Owner’s Manual |
1 Overview
1.1Introduction
Eris XT-series studio monitors. With their superb high-frequency response; extended low end; powerful amplification
with tons of headroom; and acoustic tuning functions to mitigate any problem acoustics in your mix environment, Eris XT-series studio monitors ensure your mix translates from the studio to the stereo.
PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement, and we highly value your suggestions. We believe the best way to achieve our goal of constant product improvement is by listening to the real experts; our valued
customers. We appreciate the support you have shown us through the purchase of this product and are confident that you will enjoy your Eris XT-series studio monitors.
About this manual: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize yourself with the features, applications, and workflows for your Eris XTseries studio monitors before trying to connect it to the rest of your studio equipment. This will help you to get better performance and results.
Throughout this manual you will find Power User Tips that can quickly make you an Eris expert so you can get the most out of your investment. If this is your first pair of studio monitors, please take a look at Section 3 for details on setting them up properly in your mix environment. More information is available at www.presonus.com/learn/technical-articles.
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Overview |
Eris XT-Series E5XT / E8XT |
1.2 |
Product Registration |
Owner’s Manual |
1.2Product Registration
PreSonus is committed to delivering the best experience for our customers. My PreSonus is a one-stop portal for all our registered customers’needs. From your my PreSonus account, you can view all your PreSonus hardware and software registrations; contact support; track orders and more.
To register your Eris XT studio monitor, go to My.PreSonus.com and follow the onscreen instructions.
OR
Download the MyPreSonus app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
1.3What’s in the Box
Your Eris XT package contains the following:
Eris™ Series E5 XT and E8 XT
High-Definition Near Field Studio Monitors
Quick Start Guide
Eris E5XT or Eris E8XT studio monitor Eris XT Quick Start Guide
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IEC Power Cable
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Overview |
Eris XT-Series E5XT / E8XT |
1.4 |
Companion PreSonus Products |
Owner’s Manual |
1.4Companion PreSonus Products
Thanks for choosing PreSonus! As a solutions company, we believe the best way to take care of our customers (that’s you) is to ensure that you have the best possible experience from the beginning of your signal chain to the end. To achieve this goal, we’ve prioritized seamless integration throughout every design phase of these products from day one. The result is systems that communicate with each other
as intended – straight out of the box – without excessive configuration hassles. We’re here for you. Find out more at www.presonus.com
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Hookup |
Eris XT-Series E5XT / E8XT |
2.1 |
Rear Panel Connections and Controls |
Owner’s Manual |
2 Hookup
2.1Rear Panel Connections and Controls
2.1.1Inputs
Line-level Inputs. The Eris XT studio monitors provide a choice of three linelevel input types: balanced XLR, balanced ¼”TRS, and unbalanced RCA. Do not connect more than one source to your Eris XT studio monitors simultaneously.
Power User Tip: Whenever possible, it is recommended that you utilized the balanced line-level inputs on your Eris XT studio monitors. Balanced cables and connections are resistant to induced noise from radio frequencies and electromagnetic interference (RMI and EMI). If your audio source has only unbalanced connections (either ¼” TS or RCA), it is recommended that the RCA input be used. ¼” TS-to-RCA cables and adapters are readily available at most music supply stores. Whether utilizing the balanced or unbalanced inputs, always use the shortest cable length possible to minimize the risk of induced noise in your studio monitors.
Input Gain. Sets the level of the input signal before it is amplified.
2.1.2Power
IEC Power Connection. This is the power inlet for your Eris XT studio monitor.
Warning: Do not remove the center grounding prong or use a groundlift adapter, as this could result in electric shock.
Power Switch. This is the On/Off switch for your Eris XT studio monitor. When your
Eris XT studio monitor is powered On, the blue LED on the front panel will illuminate.
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