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P-SERIES MANUAL
P1500X & P1800SX
Powered Loudspeakers
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL To avoid injury, read all operating instructions and safety information in this manual before using the speaker. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage to the speaker or other property. Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 3 REGULATORY CERTIFICATION ....
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. WARNING: The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servi
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 1. The unit and power supply should only be connected to a power outlet that matches the voltage and frequency as marked on the rear of the unit and power supply. 2. Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 3. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two bl
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY CERTIFICATION Cerwin-Vega declares under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards: The Declarations of Conformity can be obtained from Gibson Europe BV - Kamerlingh Onnesweg, 2 - 4131 PK Vianen - The Netherlands Tel : +31 347 32 40 10 - Fax : +31 347 32 40 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Introduction Congratulations - Welcome to the Cerwin-Vega! Family! You’ve joined a growing group of audio professionals who have turned to Cerwin-Vega! for the most advanced audio reproduction systems available. All Cerwin-Vega! products are thoroughly tested to insure that they meet or exceed our performance specifications. Backed by the best service in the industry, Cerwin-Vega! is dedicated to quality and reliability. For a complete overview of Cerwin-Vega! pr
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Quick Start The steps below provide a quick reference on how to setup and use a single loudspeaker. A typical setup will follow the same basic steps. Make sure the loudspeaker is unplugged. Be sure the master switch is to set to the ‘OFF’ position. STEP 1 Turn the Volume to the lowest level (fully counter-clockwise) Check that the loudspeaker voltage selector is set to the same voltage as the AC power outlet. Place the loudspeaker in the ideal lo
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL P1500X Mixer - Rear Panel The P1500X powered loudspeaker has an assortment of mixer controls and connections that cover several applications. It is suggested to review the P1500X mixer, as listed below, to take full advantage of the product features. (A) INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3 LEVEL KNOBS Each level knob adjusts the gain level on the respective input signal. The full clock-wise position (MAX) sets the gain level to maximum whereas a full counter-clockwise
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL (C) SIGNAL/CLIP INDICATORS Each of the three inputs is monitored by an indicator that provides status on the incoming audio signal. The SIGNAL indicator is illuminated when there is an audio signal present with a level greater than -30dBu, approximately the lowest level before a MUTE condition. The CLIP indicator is illuminated when the audio signal is clipping and adjustments must be made to avoid amplifier shutdown and poor sound quality. Adjustments to prevent
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL (J) CUSTOM FEATURES ENHANCED EQ SWITCH The ENHANCED EQ switch adjusts the contour of the overall frequency response and attenuates the mid-range frequencies which helps increase focus on the low and high frequencies while potentially reducing feedback. This feature is ideal for situations where an external mixer or EQ device is not available or playback only situations such as mobile DJ’s. It is recommended that users listen to their system with this switch
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL P1800SX Mixer - Rear Panel The P1800SX powered subwoofer features an assortment of controls and connections similar to the P1500X but unique to the needs of this subwoofer. It is suggested to review the P1800SX mixer, as listed below, to take full advantage of the product features. (A) SIGNAL/CLIP INDICATOR Each of the two inputs is monitored by an indicator that provides status on the incoming audio signal. The SIGNAL indicator is illuminated when there is
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL (D) LINK OUTPUT This is a balanced XLR output that is the sum of the two input channels. This output is not affected by changes to the Main Volume knob or the custom features. This connection is designed to provide an output which combines both channels together for connecting to an additional P1800SX. (E) MAIN VOLUME KNOB & REMOTE VOLUME CONTROL It is highly recommended to have the volume set to the minimal (MIN) level upon initial system start-up and it can
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL P1500X and P1800SX Power Connections - Rear Panel The P1500X and P1800SX power connections are located on the rear panel. It is suggested to understand the power connections and descriptions below to insure proper use. (A) MAIN POWER VOLTAGE SELECTOR The loudspeaker can be used with 100-120V AC or 220-240V AC power supply lines. Be sure the voltage selector switch is set to the proper voltage before connecting the power cord. In addition, if the selector
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Using the P1500X as a floor/stage monitor The P1500X can be used as a floor monitor by laying the cabinet on its side at a fixed 45 degree angle toward the performers. It is recommended to engage the HIGH PASS FILTER which cuts low frequencies to minimize any low frequency bass-coupling or stage rumble between the loudspeaker and the stage platform. Be sure that the P1500X and cables are not located where they can become a tripping hazard. It is recommended to us
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Using the pole mount The P1500X has two different pole mounting angles: level and 7.5 degrees down. This allows the loudspeaker to be adjusted to an angle that provides optimal audience coverage. For example, a loudspeaker placed on a raised stage platform may have the pole mount adjusted to 7.5 degrees downward so the front audience will not be missed. Adjust the pole mount angle on the loudspeaker before it is placed onto a pole. On the bottom of the loudspe
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Using the suspension points The P1500X suspension points are M10 threads with a depth of 25mm. Two suspension points are located on each handle (top for vertical orientation and on the side for horizontal orientation) as well as two pull-back points located on the rear of the unit. CAUTION: When using suspension installation, be sure to observe the following: Loudspeaker suspension requires qualified persons who are familiar with rigging standards and pract
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Application #1 – Single P1500X A single P1500X powered speaker can be used to reinforce sound for a wide variety of performances. The diagram below shows an application where a vocal microphone, an acoustic-electric guitar and either a keyboard or media player are used together. Each individual channel volume can be adjusted to create the right balance while the main volume knob controls the overall audience volume. Equipment Cable Type Input 1 Acoust
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Application #2 – Adding a second P1500X A second P1500X loudspeaker can easily be added using a standard XLR/mic cable as in the example below. A two speaker system can cover a wider audience and situations where more volume is needed. To add a second P1500X loudspeaker, connect the MIX OUTPUT of the first speaker to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 on the second speaker then set the level and main volume to an appropriate setting on the first speaker. Be aware that the main v
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Application #3 – Adding Subwoofers For demanding applications where even greater bass response is ideal, adding subwoofers to a pair of P1500X speakers is a great idea. In the diagram below, an audio source is connected to INPUT 1 on each P1800SX subwoofer and then the signal is linked to the P1500X speakers by using the P1800SX THRU 1 outputs. The P1500X and P1800SX also have CUSTOM FEATURES that allow them to work together efficiently which is covered on th
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CERWIN-VEGA! PROFESSIONAL Application #3 – Adding Subwoofers (Adjusting HPF & LPF Filters continued) When using the P1500X and P1800SX together it is important to know how to set the HIGH PASS FILTER switch on the P1500X and the HPF THRU & LPF SUB switch on the P1800SX so that both speakers work well together. Fortunately, this system is designed so that the user can route the audio source to either the P1500X or P1800SX depending on the situation. The settings below have been provided fo
