CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........3 PRECAUTIONS ..................4 SUSPENSION OF LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS ........5 WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS .............7 PRX800 SERIES SPEAKERS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..8 THE PRX800 SERIES POWER AMPLIFIER ...........9 INTRODUCTION TO THE PRX800 SERIES ........10 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ..............12 SYSTEM SET UP – FULL RANGE MODELS ........14 SYSTEM SET UP –...
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 dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
PRECAUTIONS The PRX800 Series speakers covered by this manual are not intended for use in high moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid exposing the speakers to direct moisture.
SUSPENSION OF LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS Are You New to Rigging? If you are new to rigging, you should do the following: • Read and study JBL Technical Note Volume 1, Number 14: Basic Principles for Suspending Loudspeaker Systems (available at http://www.jblpro.com/catalog/support/getfile.aspx?docid=296&doctype=3). •...
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Resources Adaptive Technologies Group McMaster Carr 562.424.1100 Various locations in the USA 1635 E. Burnett Street For a location near you, visit Signal Hill, CA 90755 them at www.mcmaster.com www.adapttechgroup.com JBL Professional - Tech Note Vol. 1 No. 14 “Basic Principles for Suspending Loudspeakers” www.jblpro.com/catalog/support/getfile.aspx?docid=296&doctype=3 Safe Rigging JBL suspendable version loudspeakers are supplied with built-in internal brackets.
WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the intended to alert the user to the presence of important user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions in Voltage”...
PRX800 SERIES SPEAKERS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Safety and EMC Compliance Specifications EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions EN 55103-1:1997 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A@ 10 cm and 20 cm EN 55022:2003 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of ITE: Radiated, Class B Limits;...
THE PRX800 SERIES POWER AMPLIFIER AC Power Requirements Standard PRX800 Series speaker systems are equipped with a multi-channel Class-D power amplifier and loudspeaker-specific DSP electronics and require appropriate AC power. Before plugging a PRX800 speaker into an outlet, ensure that it is able to provide the appropriate AC power as required by the speaker. A robust AC supply is necessary for maximum performance.
INTRODUCTION TO THE PRX800 SERIES PRX812 PRX815 PRX815XLF PRX818XLF PRX825 PRX835 Thank you for choosing the JBL PRX800 Series self-powered PA loudspeakers. The PRX800 Series represent an evolutionary step in the efficient use of amplifier power, rugged durability and enhanced versatility in a self- powered loudspeaker with WI-FI application configuration and control.
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We’re committed to a healthier planet and healthier life for every living thing. JBL is proud that PRX800s have been certified “Green Edge” compliant by Harman Professional. We’ve not only lowered our Carbon Footprint, but the CF of any one who purchases them.
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Subwoofers PRX815XLF PRX818XLF SYSTEM SPEC System Type: Self powered 15”, bass-reflex Self powered 18”, bass-reflex Max SPL Output: 131 dB 134 dB Frequency Range (-10 36 Hz – 113 Hz 30 Hz – 103 Hz dB): Frequency Response 40 Hz –...
SYSTEM SET UP – FULL RANGE MODELS PRX800 Amplifier Input Configuration for PRX812, PRX815, PRX825 and PRX835:...
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Features 1. SYSTEM EQ LED – This light indicates BOOST b. On – The speaker is connected to WI-FI. (PRX825& PRX835 only) or MONITOR c. Blinking Slowly – The speaker is in Access (PRX812 & PRX815 only). Point mode and has not yet established a WI- FI connection.
SYSTEM SET UP – SUBWOOFERS PRX800 Amplifier Input Configuration for PRX815XLF and PRX818XLF:...
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Features 1. POLARITY LED – This light indicates whether the 9. WI-FI CONNECT Button – This button is used polarity is set to Normal or Inverse Polarity. When to connect to a WI-FI network for speaker the light is ON, speaker polarity is inverted. configuration and control using the PRX Connect application.
WI-FI SETUP To connect to the PRX800 speakers via WI-FI, perform the following: 1. Download the app from www.jblpro.com then install it. 2. Power on all PRX800 speakers in your setup. 3. The application will display a welcome screen — select “SET UP A NEW SYSTEM”. 4.
FACTORY RESETS The following Factory Resets will reset settings back to their factory default state. This can be useful when you wish to reconfigure a speaker from scratch. WARNING: Performing the following reset procedures will result in the loss of settings and cannot be undone! Factory Hard Reset The Factory Hard Reset resets all DSP and network settings back to their factory default state.
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Likely Cause What to do Speaker not connected Verify that speaker is connected and that to active AC power. circuit is on. Switch on power and verify No sound. that illuminated logo is on. Speaker power cable • Re-seat the power cable at both ends. is faulty or improperly •...
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Symptom Likely Cause What to do • “Telescope” the audio ground by using an XLR/F to Improper A/C grounding, XLR/M adapter on one end. ground loops. • Re-route audio cable away from AC power and lighting cables. • Use the balanced outputs (if available) of your mixer or source equipment to drive your PRX800 Excessively long speakers.
CONTACT INFORMATION Mailing Address: JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd. Northridge, CA 91329 Shipping Address: JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd., Dock 15 Northridge, CA 91329 (Do not return product to this address without first obtaining prior authorization from JBL) Customer Service: Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Coast Time in the U.S.A.
WARRANTY INFORMATION The JBL Limited Warranty on PRX800 is in effect for three years from the date of the first consumer purchase. 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.
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X800 Part Number: 5075810-B 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge, CA 91329 USA www.jblpro.com 6/17...
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