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Version 1.0 March 2005
E1220
E1520
E1800X
EUROLIVE PERFORMER SERIES
Users manual
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WARNING!
+ These EUROLIVE PERFORMER SERIES speakers are
capable of producing extreme sound pressure
levels. Please bear in mind that high sound
pressure can not only tire your hearing, it can also
cause permanent damage. Be sure to always select
an appropriate volume level.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4
2. OPTIMAL OPERATION ............................................... 5
3. SUBWOOFER OPERATING MODES ........................... 5
4. PIN ASSIGNMENT ...................................................... 6
5. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS ............................... 6
6. APPLICATION EXAMPLES ......................................... 6
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 8
8. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 9
9. WARRANTY .............................................................. 10
FOREWORD
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1. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
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+ The following instructions are intended to
familiarize you with the specialized terminology
used throughout this users manual, so that you
can master all the functions. After having thoroughly
read the users manual, store it in a safe place for
future reference.
1.1 Before you get started
1.1.1 Shipment
+ Damaged units should NEVER be sent directly to us.
Please inform the dealer from whom you acquired
the unit immediately as well as the transportation
company from which you took delivery of the unit.
Otherwise, all claims for replacement/repair may
be rendered invalid.
+ Please always use the original packaging to avoid
damage due to storage or shipping.
+ Never let unsupervised children play with the
EUROLIVE speakers or their packaging.
+ Please dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally friendly fashion.
1.1.2 Initial operation
+ Always make sure to mute your power amplifier
before connecting the speakers.
Fig. 1.1: Subwoofer connector panel (E1800X)
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Fig. 1.2: Connector compatible to Neutrik
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1.1.3 Online registration
1.2 Users manual
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3. SUBWOOFER OPERATING MODES
2. OPTIMAL OPERATION
2.1 HF drivers
2.2 How to prevent feedback
2.3 How to avoid feedback when working
with record players (DJ applications)
2.4 Loudspeaker protection
by using a low-cut filter
3. SUBWOOFER OPERATING MODES
3.1 BI-AMPING and PASSIVE operation (E1800X)
+ Never switch the operating mode if your EUROLIVE
speakers are wired to an active signal source.
3.2 Looping through the subwoofer signal
(E1800X)
+ Please keep in mind that when you switch the
E1800X subwoofer to BI-AMPING mode, the input
signal is routed to PINS 2-/2+. In this case, PINS 1-/1+
merely serve to loop the signal through!
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6. APPLICATION EXAMPLES
4. PIN ASSIGNMENT
PINS 1-/1+ PINS 2-/2+
INPUT: Full-range
input
OUTPUT: high-pass
output
Signal loop
Signal loop Subwoofer input
Table 4.1: Pin assignment
4.1 Subwoofer (PASSIVE)
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5. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
5.1 Length and diameter of loudspeaker cables
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5.2 Power amp rating
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6. APPLICATION EXAMPLES
6.2 Stereo operation with a subwoofer
Fig. 6.2: Stereo operation with a subwoofer
6.3 Stereo operation with
a stage monitor and a subwoofer
Fig. 6.3: Stereo operation with
a stage monitor and a subwoofer
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 No signal when loudspeaker is connected
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7.2 Signal present only on one channel
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7.3 Signal distorted
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7.4 Treble signal too low
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7.5 Bass signal too low
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7.6 Poor sound characteristics
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8. SPECIFICATIONS
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts, modifications may be made from time
to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
8. SPECIFICATIONS
Type 2-way full-range speaker (12" + 1") 2-way full-range speaker (15" + 1") Subwoofer (18")
Frequency response 60 Hz - 20 kHz (-10 dB) 55 Hz - 20 kHz (-10 dB) 45 Hz - 300 Hz (-10 dB)
Power rating1 (RMS) 200 W 200 W 400 W
Power rating (Peak Program) 400 W 400 W 800 W
Impedance
8 Ω 8 Ω 8 Ω
Sound pressure level2 (1 W @ 1 m) 93 dB (Full Space) 94 dB (Full Space) 99 dB (Half Space)
Dispersion 90° x 40° 90° x 40° -
Crossover frequency 3 kHz 2.8 kHz -
HF driver 29Z30B8 29Z30B8 -
Woofer
12W200C8
15W200D8 18SW400C8
(W x H x D)
approx. 15 5/8" x 22 4/5" x 16"
(397 mm x 580 mm x 406 mm)
approx. 18 3/10" x 25 1/5" x 19"
(465 mm x 640 mm x 482 mm)
approx. 21 1/2" x 25 1/5" x 21 4/5"
(547 mm x 640 mm x 553 mm)
Weight approx. 44 lbs (20 kg) approx. 48.5 lbs (22 kg) approx. 66 lbs (30 kg)
Recommended crossover frequency
(external crossover network)
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Power rating/impedance woofer
200 W IEC/8 Ω 200 W IEC/8 Ω 400 W IEC/8 Ω
Power rating/impedance HF driver
30 W IEC/8 Ω
(>2.5 kHz/12 dB/Oct.)
30 W IEC/8 Ω
(>2.5 kHz/12 dB/Oct.)
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Average value over bandwidth of 50 Hz - 5 kHz (multi-way systems) and 40 Hz - 250 Hz (subwoofer) according to IEC 268-5.
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Average value over bandwidth 100 Hz - 2 kHz (multi-way systems) und 100 Hz - 250 Hz (subwoofer) according to IEC 268-5.
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Slope: 12 - 24 dB
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9. WARRANTY
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9. WARRANTY
§ 1 OTHER WARRANTY RIGHTS AND NATIONAL LAW
§ 2 ONLINE REGISTRATION
§ 3 WARRANTY
§ 4 RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER
BEFORE
§ 5 WARRANTY REGULATIONS
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§ 6 WARRANTY TRANSFERABILITY
§ 7 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
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