JBL EON15 G2 Portable Speaker User Manual
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1. For connection of instruments with unbalanced outputs to balanced XLR input e Sources signal processors electronic instruments with 1 4 unbalanced outputs to amps processors and powered speakers with balanced XLR F inputs TS Unbalanced 1 4 Phone XLR M This cable is electrically identical to TRS unbalanced 1 4 Phone to XLR M above and may be used interchangeably XLR M to RCA phono cable Connects consumer audio products and some DJ mixer outputs to professional audio equipment inputs TS Unbalanced 1 4 Phone e Connects outputs of consumer audio equipment to unbalanced line inputs of phono cable EON15 G2 and many mixers e Connects unbalanced line outputs to many mixers to the inputs of consumer audio recorder TRS1 4 Phone to dual 1 4 Phone Splits a stereo output into separate left right signals e Connects stereo electric guitar to two unbalanced audio inputs e Connects a headphone output to two unbalanced audio inputs e Change to a TRS mini phone to connect to the output of portable CD players and computer sound cards to a mixer or powered speakers Also used to connect signal processors to the insert of many mixing consoles XLR F to XLR M Audio Ground Lift Used to telescope a ground to eliminate hum caused by ground loops For use only with balanced inputs and outputs XLR F to XLR M Microphone Cable 1 Qrmmm ILL LAM E shield I u E dl 1G 2 TRS Balanced2. 1 4 Phone to XLR M Cable Tip 1 shield a i KARA Sleeve 3 IP RING SLEEVE TRS Unbalanced 1 4 Phone to XLR M Cable z Tip 1 shield mO amp TIP RING SLEEVE Sleeve 3 TS Unbalanced 1 4 Phone to XLR M Cable u ie 16 LL LE TP SLEEVE Sleeve XLR M to RCA phono Cable 1 Tip ft 3 Sleeve shield Tiporm 20 Tip Sleeve o 9 Sleeve shield shield DN TRS 1 4 Phone to dual TS 1 4 Phone SLEEVE TIP a Tip Tip Sleeve shield a di eeve ip Sleeve shield TIP RING SLEEVE SLEEVE TIP 18 PROFESSIONAL Loudspeaker Placement and Mounting The following guidelines will help you achieve optimum sound wherever you use your EON loudspeakers Raise the speakers as high as possible For best results try to get the high frequency horn at least 2 to 4 feet above the heads of the audience Ifthe speakers are too low the people in the back of the audience will not receive the best quality sound Place the speakers between the microphones and the audience Feedback occurs when the microphones pick up sound from the speakers and feed the sound back through the sound system If space is limited point the speakers away from the microphones to reduce feedback Locate the speakers away from turntables Low frequency feedback occurs when the output of the speaker is picked up by the tone arm of the turntable and is re amplified A heavy solid turntable
3. Electric Guitar with Stereo Output 7 RCA shown BT or 1 8 mini phone jack Tape or CD Health Club Instruction For a simple to use system just add a headset style microphone for the instructor and a portable CD player Refer to the previous Vocal Acoustic Electric Guitar diagram and omit the guitar 12 JBL PROFESSIONAL DJ or Sound Reinforcement System with EON PowerSubs Here s a system with EON PowerSubs added to provide additional low frequency power If your mixer has aSUM or MONO output you can also drivethe EON Powersubs from this output and use the volume control for the mono for bass mix effects LOOP MIX LOOP MIX SWITCH IN SWITCH IN LOOP POSITION LOOP POSITION INPUT 1 INPUT 1 LOOP MIX OUT LOOP MIX OUT Output Output Left Right Mixer AH 13 PROFESSIONAL 14 DJ System with Passive Subwoofers This system combines a pair of EON15 G2 powered speakers with externally powered subwoofers for extra power at very low frequencies Note that many but not all DJ mixers use RCA phono outputs as illustrated Your DJ mixer may use another type of connector INPUT 1 INPUT 1 DJ Mixer Output Left Output Right High Pass Output High Pass Output
4. Speaker power cable is faulty or improperly connected Blown fuse Signal source mixer instrument etc is not sending Faulty cables and connections Microphone requires phantom power Excessive input signal trying to exceed the capabilities of the speakers Mixer or other source is overdriven Improper grain structure e Re seat the power cable at both ends e Substitute a known good power cable e There are no user serviceable fuses in the EON15 G2 Take your speaker to a competent servicer e Check VU meters on the source mixer e Verify that the tape or CD is playing e Use headphones to verify that the instrument is actually sending an audio signal e Disconnect and re seat signal cables e Replace suspected cable with a known good cable The EON15 G2 does not supply phantom power Switch to a dynamic microphone use a battery in the microphone if possible use an external phantom power supply e Reduce the output level of the source e Turn down the level controls on the speaker e Use additional EON speakers Review the Owner s Manual for your mixer and adjust controls as needed e Input sensitivity gain e Channel faders e Master faders Once this is done review the instructions in the Quick Start section of this guide e Make sure that the MIC LINE switch is in the LINE disengaged position e Reduce the level settings at speaker Review the Owner s Manual for y
5. accepts a standard XLR female connector A broad range of signals 44 dBu to 20 dBu nominal from microphones audio mixing consoles and electronic musical instruments may be connected here When using a single audio input to the speaker this is the input to use The sensitivity of this input is controlled by the MIC LINE SWITCH and the INPUT 1 rotary control INPUT 2 amp INPUT 3 These 1 4 phone jacks are intended for use with audio devices including cassette tape CD MP3 players computer sound card outputs electronic keyboards and electric acoustic musical instruments INPUTS 2 and 3 are balanced TRS but will accept unbalanced inputs with no special adapters needed The level of these inputs is controlled by the INPUT 2 and INPUT 3 rotary controls OUT This XLR male output connector works with the MIX LOOP SWITCH to provide a method of sending audio from your EON15 G2 Switches MIC LINE The MIC LINE switch effects only INPUT 1 It selects between two sensitivity ranges This switch is used to match the input sensitivity of the EON15 G2 with the output level of the device connected to INPUT 1 Depressing the MIC LINE switch selects MIC most sensitive CAUTION Before adjusting this switch be certain to rotate the INPUT 1 control fully counter clockwise After the MIC LINE switch has been adjusted slowly rotate the INPUT 1 control clock wise until the desired volume has been reached e Use the MIC position dep
6. per UL dectachable IEC power cable Frequency Response SPL 1W 1M dB 20 100 1000 10000 20000 Frequency Hz Available Accessories STIER SS2 BK Tripod Stand ESK15 Suspension Kit for EON 15 models BRK15 Bracket adapts EON 15 models to OmniM ount brackets EON15 BAG W 1 Zippered plush lined speaker bag with wheels EON15 BAG 1 Zippered plush lined speaker bag EON BRK1 Mounting bracket for EON 15 speakers fixed angle QUICKSTART Refer to the Basic Sound Reinforcement System with Stage Monitors diagram on page 10 Turn the INPUT 1 2 and 3 controls fully counter clockwise Setthe MIC LINE switch If a microphone will be connected directly to INPUT 1 set the MIC LINE switch to the MIC position depressed The MIC LED will illuminate when power is turned on e Ifa mixer CD player cassette tape or electronic musical instrument the source will be connected directly to INPUT 1 set the MIC LINE switch to the LINE position disengaged The MIC LED will not illuminate when power is turned on ww N Setthe EQ HF and LF controls to their center detented position Plug the power cable into a properly grounded 3 wire AC power Plug the XLR cable from the mixer or microphone into the INPUT 1 connector Connect other sources if used to the LINE 2 and LINE 3 input connectors POWER UP PROCEDURE First
7. switch on the power to the mixer audio sources or musical instruments that are feeding your EON15 G2 e Next turn on the power switch the front panel power indicator will illuminate Reverse this process when shutting down your system 9 SET VOLUME e If you are using an audio mixing console refer to the manufacturer s instructions to properly set gain structure e Turn up your sources to the level that will be used in performance and talk sing or play into the system Bring the INPUT 1 control up clockwise until the desired volume has been reached If you are using a microphone turn the INPUT 1 control up slowly to avoid feedback e If you are using the INPUT 2 and INPUT 3 inputs bring the INPUT 2 and INPUT 3 controls up until the desired volume has been reached P ee oo N ODO WN gt 10 CHECK THE PEAK LED The PEAK indicator flashes when the loudspeaker s on board amplifiers are approaching maximum output Occasional flashes are normal for very loud operation However if the PEAK LED stays illuminated the sound may be distorted and it is an indication that more speakers or a lower performance volume may be required for your specific application CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS HACT ACO MIC o HCUZ 1 _ LINE O SIGNAL The audio section of the EON15 G2 includes powerful features that enhance the flexibility of your EON15 G2 speakers Connectors INPUT 1 This balanced input
8. EON 2 EON15 G2 User Guide Package Contents aa 4 Agency Approvals and Certifications aaa 4 Before You Begin Important Information u s 4 Mounting Suspending EON Speakers aa ARKA NAA KAGAG 4 Care and Maintenance uu 4 Stand Mounting ana en 5 Electrical Safety naaa NGANGA GAIN 5 About the EONTS G2 ABAKA AA AAAAGA 5 Applications aaa ABALA cans ensanerianiecsaacncateresianecsactessasatansacbenseaseraia 5 Peas AABANG 5 Slee NAA AA 6 Frequency Response maa 6 Available Access0ries ua 7 9 Te 21 tanka AA iw GA 7 Controls and Connections Kama 8 CONNECTONS na AA AA AA REN EEE KEANE 8 NI NE AA ANING 8 CONDO GA GA eT errr En rrr rr rrr BAGAN 9 lilo Pat LA 10 Voltage Selection And FUSES sssssssssnusnnnsnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nananana nnmnnn nnana 10 Changing VON GG GAGA 10 Fuse Replacement AGA AA AG 10 Application 4 1 1 1 WPRRRERFERRPEBENEEREBEEEFEFREEEEEFEBEREEBEEEREERERFEFFEBENEREFREEEEFERERERREEEFEREEERENEERERETEFEEREEREREERERE 11 Basic Sound Reinforcement System with Stage Monitors ummm 11 Vocal Acoustic Electric Guitar u s 12 Health Club INSTUCOON een 12 DJ or Sound Reinforcement System with EON PowerSubs Uu 13 DJ System with Passive Subwoofers a aa AGANG 14 Keyboard Amplification and Mixing sssssssssnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 14 Troubleshooting ee 15 16 18 1 5 gt 1 e BARPPRRUEEEREREREEEEREEREREERENEEBEREFEREEB
9. ERFEREEBERFERLEREREEEREREEREFREREREEEREREREEEREREBEREEFEREEREHERFERERERERERBEEREREEBERE 17 Connections Balanced and Unbalanced ul aan 17 Cables and CONNnectorS aaa AABANG AA 18 Loudspeaker Placement and Mounting uu aaa 19 Block Diagram KABAGABAGAN 19 J BL Limited Warranty and Contact Information 21 PROFESSIONAL Welcome to the family of discerning sound equipment users who have selected J BL Professional loudspeakers EON is a creation of J BL the world leader in sound reinforcement J BL sound systems are used in some of the world s most famous arenas concert halls and clubs In fact J BL speakers are the premier choice for today s hottest touring acts and artists You just can t make a more professional choice This User Guide contains important information that will help you get the most from your J BL EON loudspeakers so please take a moment to read it and be sure to keep it in a safe place for future reference Congratulations and thanks from all of us at BL Professional You have invested in the best portable performance system available PACKAGE CONTENTS Your EON15 G2 system should include the following e 1 User Guide e 1 EON15 G2 speaker e 110 3 m IEC Power Cable AGENCY APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS This EON G2 System complies with all International Safety Requirements for Mains Operated Professional audio equipment under IEC65 and Electromagnetic compatibility Radio interference Emissions and Immuni
10. LECTED DOING SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGE TO YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM WHICH WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY Fuse Replacement The EON15 G2 has no user serviceable fuses Failure of fuses is most frequently a symptom of problems requiring service by a competent technician APPLICATION EXAMPLES PROFESSIONAL Basic Sound Reinforcement System with Stage Monitors This is the basic live sound system The optional tripod stands will get the speakers up above the audience so the sound can project The second pair of EON15P G2 speakers are used as stage monitors For maximum gain before feedback position the monitors so that they do not point into microphones INPUT 1 INPUT 1 i Monitor or Line Out Aux Out a Left amp Right Mixer Loop Mix switch in Loop Position AP AD INPUT 1 The output connectors on your mixer may differ from the illustration JBL PROFESSIONAL Vocal Acoustic Electric Guitar Here s a simple set up for a musician using an acoustic electric guitar with a stereo pick up and backing tracks to accompany live vocal performance If stereo is not a requirement simply omit the 2nd speaker Loop Mix Switch in Loop Position ll ma OUT ma INPUT 2 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 3 Acoustic
11. Left Right 8 Col EES Wii eH GF dbx DriveRack PA bo rem Low Pass Output Left Low Pass Output Right a ES B p3 Amplifie Recomended crossover frequency 80 150 Hz season to taste Keyboard Amplification and Mixing In this set up the 3 channel mixer of the EON15 G2 combines the outputs from a digital piano a synthesizer and a sampler The LOOP MIX switch is set to the MIX position and the OUT connector sends the combined signal to the main mixing console Digital Piano a Loop Mix Switch Synthesizer aS MIX Position OUT a TO Mixing Console Sampler TROUBLESHOOTING PROFESSIONAL Symptom Likely Cause Whatto do Speaker not connected to active Verify that speaker is connected AC power and that the circuit is on Power not switched on Switch on power and verify that power LED is on No sound speaker is connected to working AC power but won t come on No sound Speaker comes on No sound with microphone connected directly to the MIC LINE 1 input Signal sounds distorted and very loud PEAK light is lit most of the time Signal sounds distorted even at moderate volumes PEAK light is not lit Lots of hiss in the sound the mixer controls are at very low settings
12. T connector depressed See the CAUTION in the Switches section of this manual The speaker connected to the MIX LOOP SWITCH set Disengage the MIX OUT switch OUT connector goes up in improperly See the CAUTION in thedown in volume when adjust the INPUT Switches section of this 1 control on the first speaker manual Speakers feed back and howl Microphones are pointed into the Move the speakers so they do when the microphone volume is speakers not point the microphone s turned up pickup pattern Equalizer settings are incorrect Locate the feedback frequency and reduce it using the mixer EQ or an external equalizer Excessive gain Reduce the gain at the mixer and move the microphone closer to the sound source 16 PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE Connections Balanced and Unbalanced There are two basic types of audio system interconnections for audio signals Balanced and Unbalanced Your EON15 G2 can accept either type of input Balanced Lines In audio a balanced line is a three conductor system in which the two signal wires carry an equal but opposite voltage with respect to the ground wire The ground wire acts only as a shield and does not carry any audio signal current Outside interference such as RFI Radio Frequency Interference is either shielded from the internal signal conductor or if it gets into the cable is cancelled out by the opposite signals atthe receiving end Balanced connections are pre
13. base and shock mounting can also reduce this type of feedback in DJ applications Use more speakers in large or highly reverberant spaces Spreading speakers throughout these spaces will produce much better sound than trying to compensate with loudness level or equalization For very long distances the use of another set of speakers on a delay is recommended Stand speakers upright for PA Tilt the speakers back for stage monitoring Upright stance provides even coverage over a wide area EON speakers are also designed with two slanted positions for stage monitoring applications BLOCK DIAGRAM LOOP MIX OUT amp ae lt O O MIC LINE 1 O LEVEL 1 Q KI NO a LPF 2 LOW HIGH MIC LINE a Dun MIC ir LEVEL 2 LINE 2 Q LEVEL 3 LINE 3 i J BL WARRANTY AND CONTACTS Who Is Protected by This Warranty Your JBL Warranty protects the original owner and all subsequent owners so long as A Your JBL product has been purchased in the Continental United States Hawaii or Alaska This Warranty does not apply to JBL products purchased elsewhere except for purchases by military outlets Other purchasers should contact the local JBL distributor for warranty information and B The original dated bill of sale is presented whenever warranty service is required The JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker products except for enclosures remains in effect for five years from the date of the first consumer purchase JBL am
14. ck the stand specification to be certain it is designed to support the weight of the speaker see specifications Observe all safety precautions specified by the stand manufacturer e Always verify that the stand is placed on a flat level and stable surface e Route cables so that performers production crew and audience will not trip over them and pull the speaker over e Be sure to fully extend the legs of tripod type stands e Position the stand so that the legs do not present a trip hazard e Do not attempt to place more than one speaker on a stand designed for a single speaker e Always be cautious in windy outdoor conditions It may be necessary to place additional weight i e sandbags on the base of the stand to improve stability Electrical Safety All EON products are fitted with a detachable power cord supplied which connects to the AC mains and the back panel of the loudspeaker The power cord has an IEC female connector on one end and a male mains connector on the other end This cord is supplied specifically to accommodate the different worldwide safety and electrical code requirements The power cord supplied with your EON product has a 3 pin type plug Do not cut off or damage the grounding plug Like any electrical appliance your EON powered speakers should not be used in water or when wet ABOUT THE EON15 G2 Applications e Live sound reinforcement speech and vocals music playback in entertainment A V and instit
15. em Your EON15 G2 will produce its rated output power no matter where this control is set The INPUT 1 control determines how much signal is required at the input in order to drive the system to full output INPUT 2 amp INPUT 3 These controls adjust the level of the inputs connected to INPUTS 2 and 3 LF EO This control allows up to 15 dB of cut or boost at 120 Hz If the system seems too boomy or bass heavy rotate this control counter clock wise If the system sounds too thin or lacks low end power rotate this control clock wise To set the low frequency EQ to flat no EQ cut or boost set this control to the center detented position HF EQ This control allows up to 15 dB of cut or boost at 5k Hz If the system seems too strident or tinny rotate this control counter clock wise If the system sounds too dark or lacks brilliance rotate this control clock wise To set the high frequency EQ to flat no EQ cut or boost set this control to the center detented position PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL 10 Indicators PEAK The PEAK LED Light Emitting Diode illuminates to indicate that the system is approaching clipping The threshold for this light is actually about 2 dB below clipping An occasional flickering of this light on the loudest peaks is acceptable Ifthis LED is on for more than the duration of brief dynamic peaks the system is being overdriven Continuously over d
16. ferred for any longer cable runs Unbalanced Lines Unbalanced cable is a two wire system where the shield ground wire acts as one of the current carrying signal conductors The center conductor enclosed by the shield is commonly known as the hot conductor Unbalanced audio cables do not reject noise as well as balanced lines Unbalanced lines are typical in home hi fi type systems and on the outputs of electronic musical instruments These work well if the distance between the components is short the signal level is relatively high and all of the electronics used in the system are plugged into the same AC service Unbalanced Sources to EON Powered Loudspeakers If you need to connect your EON speakers to an unbalanced source you have two options e Use the LINE 2 and LINE 3 connectors These inputs are balanced but will accept unbalanced inputs without the need for any special adapters e Use an adapter or special cable see Section 18 Cables and Connectors JBL Cables and Connectors XLR F to XLR M Microphone Cable The standard cable for interconnection of microphone and line level signal in professional audio systems e Microphone to mixer e Microphone to EON15 G2 INPUT 1 e Professional audio mixer to EON15 G2 INPUT 1 e Daisy chaining EON15 G2 speaker systems TRS Balanced 1 4 Phone to XLR M For connecting balanced devices with 1 4 connector to EON XLR input TRS Unbalanced 1 4 Phone to XLR M
17. ne hour before playing at loud levels e Keep the exterior of the speaker enclosure clean Use a damp rag with a general purpose household detergent For grease and marking tape residue use a damp cloth with isopropyl alcohol or mineral spirits and wipe dry Do not use powerful solvents like acetone MEK lacquer thinner or 1 1 1 Trichloro ethane household cleaning fluid These solvents will damage painted and co polymer surfaces of your speakers EON speakers are not intended for fixed installation in outdoor environments Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround cause corrosion of electrical contacts and create an electrical shock hazard Protect your speakers from moisture Avoid exposing the speakers to direct moisture Any electrically powered device can produce dangerous shock hazards when wet or exposed to moisture Keep speakers out of extended or intense direct sunlight The driver suspension will prematurely dry out and finished surfaces will be degraded by long term exposure to intense ultra violet UV light Stand Mounting Your EON speakers include a 35mm receptacle cup to facilitate mounting on tripod stands When using stands be sure to observe the following precautions e EON speakers include a thumb screw that can be tightened to lock the speaker to the tripod stand Before mounting the speaker on the stand be sure to loosen the screw so that it doesn t prevent the pole from fully penetrating the socket e Che
18. om being over driven without producing extreme changes in frequency response as level varies e Extended low frequency performance Delivers powerful bass down to 39 Hz Specifications Freq Range 10 dB 39 Hz 18 kHz Freq Response 3 dB 42 Hz 17 kHz Horz Coverage 6 dB 90b nominal Vert Coverage 6 dB 60b nominal Rated Maximum SPL 129 dB 1m 3 3 ft Dimensions HxWxD 686 mm x 430 mm x 444mm 27 in x 17 in x 17 5 in Net Weight 21 kg 46 Ibs LF Driver Integral frame with one 15 380 mm driver dual neodymium magnet 2 Differential Drive voice coil HF Driver J BL2418H 1 1 throat diameter compression driver with 1 75 diameter titanium diaphragm Ferro fluid cooled Amplifier Power LF 300 watts low frequency driver impedance Amplifier Power HF 100 watts high frequency driver impedance Input 1 Sensitivity 44 dBu to 22 dBu for rated output Mic Line switch in MIC position 12 dBu to 20 dBu for rated output Mic Line switch in LINE position Input 2 amp 3 Sensitivity 18 dBu to 20 dBu for rated output Output Level 20 dBu peak Loop M ix switch in MIX position Audio Connectors Input 1 XLR F balanced Input 2 amp 3 1 4 Phone balanced TRS Crossover Freq 1 5 kHz Limiting Low frequency amplifier controlled by dynamic filiter Loop Mix Out XLR M balanced EQ High Frequency Shelving 15 Low Frequency Shelving 15 dB 120 Hz AC Input 110 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 175 watts rating
19. our mixer and adjust controls as needed e Input sensitivity gain e Channel faders e Master faders JBL PROFESSIONAL Noise or hiss heard at output Noisy source device Disconnect the devices that are connected to your speaker one at a time If the noise goes away the problem is with the source or the connecting cable Hum or Buzz that increases or Improper A C ground or faulty Disconnect or mute channels one decreases when the mixer level equipment connected to mixer at a time to isolate the problem controls are moved input Refer to the owner s manual of the faulty equipment for troubleshooting help Faulty cable between source Substitute a known good cable equipment and mixer for the suspected faulty cable Hum or Buzz Improper A C grounding ground Telescope the audio loops ground by using an XLR F to XLR M adapter on one end e Re route audio cables away from AC power and lighting cables Excessively long unbalanced e Use the balanced outputs if cable run available of your mixer or source equipment to drive your EON speakers e Use a DI direct injection box to convert your unbalanced equipment output to a balanced output Improper system gain structure Reduce the INPUT 1 2 and 3 controls and increase the output level of your source devices The inputs from INPUT 2 and MIX LOOP SWITCH set Set the MIX LOOP SWITCH to INPUT 3 aren t coming out of improperly the MIX OUT position the OU
20. plifiers are warranted for three years from the date of original purchase Enclosures and all other JBL products are warranted for two years from the date of original purchase What does the JBL Warranty cover Except as specified below your JBL Warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship The following are not covered Damage caused by accident misuse abuse product modification or neglect damage occurring during shipment damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your Instruction Manual damage resulting from the performance of repairs by someone not authorized by JBL claims based upon any misrepresentations by the seller any JBL product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed Who Pays for What JBL will pay all labor and material expenses for all repairs covered by this warranty Please be sure to save the original shipping cartons because a charge will be made if replacement cartons are requested Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty How to Obtain Warranty Performance If your JBL product ever needs service write or telephone us at JBL Incorporated Attn Customer Service Department 8500 Balboa Boulevard PO Box 2200 Northridge California 91329 818 893 8411 We may direct you to an authorized JBL Service Agency or ask you to send your unit to the factory for repair Either way you ll need to present the original bill of sale to es
21. ressed when a microphone is connected to INPUT 1 e Use the LINE position disengaged when a line level source such as an audio mixing console audio playback device or electronic musical instrument is connected to INPUT 1 MIX LOOP This switch selects the source of the signal for the OUT connector CAUTION Before adjusting this switch be certain to set the input level control of any equipment connected to this output to its minimum gain least sensitive setting e In the disengaged position only the signal from the INPUT 1 connector is routed directly to the OUT connector Changing the other settings on the audio panel will not effect the OUT signal The INPUT 2 and INPUT 3 inputs will not be present at the OUT connector Use this setting when you want to feed multiple EON powered speakers the same signal MIX LOOP Shown in MIX Position LOOP MIX OUT TO INTERNAL AMPLIFIERS INPUT 1 e In the MIX position depressed a post EQ blend of all inputs to the speaker INPUT 1 2 and 3 will be sent to the OUT connector Any changes to input level settings or EQ will affect the OUT signal See the SYSTEM EXAMPLES section for details on how this mode may be used Controls INPUT 1 Adjusts the level of INPUT 1 Use this control to match the input sensitivity of the EON15 G2 to the output level of the mixer microphone or instrument connected to INPUT 1 Itis a common misconception that this control changes the power of a syst
22. riving the system will result in unpleasant and fatiguing distortion and may lead to premature failure of your speaker system If the PEAK LED illuminates excessively e Reduce INPUT 1 2 and 3 e Reduce the output level of the mixer musical instrument or other source connected to the speaker e If there is a great deal of LF EQ or HF EQ boost return the controls to the flat centered position SIGNAL Illuminates to indicate a usable signal from INPUT 1 MIC This LED lights to indicate that the MIC LINE switch is in the MIC depressed position VOLTAGE SELECTION AND FUSES Changing Voltage Your EON15 G2 will typically be set at the factory to accommodate the power mains voltage in your area Before you set up your EON15 G2 for the first time it is a good idea to verify that the setting of the selector is appropriate for the power in your area In the event that you do need to change the voltage e Make sure that the speaker is powered off and the AC is disconnected from the speaker e Directly below the male IEC connector on the speaker is a voltage selector Break the factory applied seal and slide the switch to the appropriate setting e Set the voltage selector switch to the 115V or 230V setting as required for your area e After having reconfirmed that the correct voltage is selected reconnect the AC IEC connector and power the unit up DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE WRONG VOLTAGE SE
23. tablish the date of purchase Please do not ship your JBL product to the factory without prior authorization If transportation of your JBL product presents any unusual difficulties please advise us and we may make special arrangements with you Otherwise you are responsible for transporting your product for repair or arranging for its transportation and for payment of any initial shipping charges However we will pay the return shipping charges if repairs are covered by the warranty Contact Information Mailing Address Outside the USA JBL Professional Contact the JBL Professional Distributor in your area A 8500 Balboa Blvd complete list of JBL Professional international distributors is Northridge CA 91329 provided at our U S A website www jblpro com Shipping Address Customer Registration JBL Professional Register online at www jblpro com registration 8370 Balboa Blvd Dock D Northridge CA 91329 Customer Service Monday through Friday 8 00am 5 00pm JBL Pacific Coast Time In the U S A 800 8JBLPRO 800 852 5776 www jblproservice com On the World Wide Web www jblpro com H A Harman International Company 2002 JBL Professional
24. ty requirements BEFORE YOU BEGIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION Before using your EON15 G2 speaker system please review the following for important information on safety and protection of your investment in quality loudspeakers Mounting Suspending EON Speakers EON speakers are designed for portable applications in which the speakers will be stacked directly on the floor stage speaker stands or a solid stable platform Optional accessory items are available from J BL Professional and after market suppliers to facilitate suspension and wall ceiling mounting of EON speakers Only those items recommended by J BL Professional should be used When using these items review all enclosed documentation and carefully follow all instructions and safety precautions CAUTION Suspension of speakers should be done by qualified persons following safe rigging standards and practices Unsafe mounting or overhead suspension of any heavy load can result in serious injury and equipment damage Care and Maintenance While your EON speakers are rugged and will provide years of service some common sense care in handling will prevent damage and preserve appearance e If your speakers will be frequently moved consider a padded carrying bag see AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES e If your EON speakers have been subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme low temperatures avoid subjecting them to heavy mechanical shock and warm the speakers up by playing at a low volume for o
25. utional venues especially when ease of use and portability are important factors e Amplification mixing and monitoring for electronic musical instruments Features e The second generation of one of the most successful and influential professional speaker systems ever e 15 Differential Drive low frequency driver with dual neodymium magnet for low distortion and light weight e 1 throat diameter J BL compression driver with titanium diaphragm and ferro fluid cooling e Bi amplified 300 watts low frequency and 90 watts high frequency actual power delivered to the drivers e Built in 3 input mixer One balanced mic line input two balanced 1 4 phone line level inputs Two band equalization PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL e Balanced loop through mix output Daisy chain additional EON speakers or send the mixed output to a mixing console e 902 x 60 nominal constant directivity horn e Thermomaster Total Thermal Management System A single piece cast aluminum baffle integrates the woofer frame horn and amplifier heat sink Air movement in the finned ports dissipates heat no internal or external cooling fans are required e Rugged light weight black co polymer enclosure with cast aluminum baffle e Integral 35mm pole mount receptacle with securing thumb screw e Multi angle enclosure for front of house or stage monitor application e Tailored dynamic processing protects amplifiers and speakers fr
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