Passive Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual ELX112 ELX115 ELX118 ELX215
Important Safety Instructions 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 install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 9.
Description Thank you for choosing an Electro-Voice Live X passive loudspeaker system. Please take time to consult this manual to understand all the features built into your Electro-Voice system and fully utilize its performance capabilities. Clear, powerful and musical Electro-Voice loudspeakers command the stage at high-profile venues and major events worldwide. Born stage-ready, the Live X series includes powered and passive models that all feature EV-engineered components in solid wood cabinets.
System Features (cont’) ELX215 – Dual 15” Two-Way Loudspeaker This twin woofer configuration delivers real low-end punch — ideal for applications that demand highvolume output and an ultra-wide frequency response from a single cabinet. • • • • • • • DH-1K 39mm (1.
Tripod and Floor Monitor Operation Floor Monitor Electro-Voice ELX112 and ELX115 loudspeakers may be used as a floor monitor by placing the speaker on the integral monitor angle. Make sure to: • Place the speaker on a level, stable surface that is solid and secure. • Route cables so that performers, production crew and audience members will not trip over the cables. Secure cables with wire ties or tape whenever possible.
Tripod and Floor Monitor Operation Tripod Electro-Voice ELX112 and ELX115 loudspeakers include 35mm (1-3/8”) stand mounts to allow mounting on tripod stands or above an ELX118. Make sure to: • Check the specifications of the speaker stand to be certain it is capable of supporting the weight of the speaker. • Check that the speaker stand is placed on a flat, stable surface and be sure to fully extend the legs of the stand. Do not try to make the stand “taller” and compromise its structural integrity.
Recommended Configurations Basic Stereo System using ELX112’s or ELX115’s NL4 Pin Configuration Pins 1+ and 1- Used Pins 2+ and 2- Not Used Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Speakers Nominal Minimum 1 8 Ohms 7 Ohms 2 4 Ohms 3.5 Ohms 3 2.7 Ohms 2.3 Ohms 2 Ohms 1.8 Ohms 4 ELX112 or ELX115 ELX112 or ELX115 Output B 45 Hz high pass filter (from mixer or processor) Output A Caution: Do not exceed the maximum load rating of the amplifier.
Recommended Configurations (cont’) Linking ELX118 subwoofers to ELX112’s or ELX115’s This configuration allows a user to increase the low frequency performance without using additional amplifier channels. ELX112 or ELX115 ELX112 or ELX115 NL4 Pin Configuration Pins 1+ and 1- Used Pins 2+ and 2- Not Used Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Subwoofer/ Full-Range Combinations Nominal Minimum 1 6 Ohms 4.2 Ohms 2 3 Ohms 2.1 Ohms Caution: Do not exceed the maximum load rating of the amplifier.
Recommended Configurations (cont’) Basic Stereo System using ELX215’s NL4 Pin Configuration Pins 1+ and 1- Used Pins 2+ and 2- Not Used ELX215 ELX215 Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) # of Speakers Nominal Minimum 1 4 Ohms 3.7 Ohms 2 2 Ohms 1.9 Ohms Output B 35 Hz high pass filter (from mixer or processor) Output A Caution: Do not exceed the maximum load rating of the amplifier.
Recommended Configurations (cont’) Using multiple ELX112’s or ELX115’s as stage monitors Output A Output B ELX112’s or ELX115’s (Monitor Position) Q66 Amplifier Input B Mixer 45 Hz high pass filter (from mixer or processor) 10 Amplifier Load (per Output Channel) Input A NL4 Pin Configuration Pins 1+ and 1- Used Pins 2+ and 2- Not Used # of Speakers Nominal Minimum 1 8 Ohms 7 Ohms 2 4 Ohms 3.5 Ohms 3 2.7 Ohms 2.3 Ohms 4 2 Ohms 1.
Specifications Model ELX112 (Part Number) ELX115 ELX215 ELX118 (F01U170823) (F01U170824) (F01U170826) (F01U170825) Freq. Response (-3 dB): 82 Hz - 18 kHz1 75 Hz - 18 kHz1 62 Hz - 18 kHz1 50 Hz - 100 Hz2 Freq. Range (-10 dB): 55 Hz - 20 kHz1 50 Hz - 20 kHz1 38 Hz - 20 kHz1 35 Hz - 200 Hz2 Axial Sensitivity: 94 dB 95 dB 96 dB 96 dB Max. Measured SPL : 132 dB 134 dB 137 dB 134 dB Recommended HP Freq.
Dimensions ELX112 Bottom View Front View Right View Rear View Front View Right View Rear View ELX115 Bottom View 12 Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual
Dimensions (cont’) ELX118 Top View Front View Right View Rear View ELX215 Bottom View Front View Electro-Voice Live X Series Passive Owner’s Manual Right View Rear View 13
Frequency Response Graphs ELX115 110 316 100 100 100 100 90 10 80 70 Frequency Response, Full Space Impedance 20 50 100 1000 10000 Impedance (Ohms) 316 Sensitivity (dB) 110 Impedance (Ohms) Sensitivity (dB) ELX112 90 10 80 3.16 20000 70 Frequency Response, Full Space Impedance 20 50 100 Frequency (Hz) ELX118 10000 3.16 20000 ELX215 110 316 100 100 100 100 90 10 80 70 Frequency Response, Half Space Impedance 20 50 100 1000 10000 3.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause(s) Action 1. No Sound Amplifier Connect a known working test speaker to the amplifier outputs. If there is no sound, check that all the electronics are on, the signal routing is correct, the source is active, the volume is turned up, and so on. Correct/repair/replace as necessary. If there is sound, the problem is in the wiring. Wiring Verify that you have connected the correct wire pairs to the amplifier.
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