User manual M-AUDIO BX5

[. . . ] This system delivers a wide range frequency response by employing two extraordinary drivers and unique crossover technology licensed by M-Audio. It boasts a stable and balanced low-mid frequency response along with a defined mid- and highfrequency response as well. Both drivers are magnetically shielded for desktop music production. From pro engineers at commercial studios to home studio owners, the Studiophile BX5 sets a new affordable standard in studio monitoring. What's in the Box? Your Studiophile BX5 box contains: · · · · Two BX5 speakers Two detachable AC power cords This manual Actual test results of the BX5 you purchased Studiophile BX5 Features 1. [. . . ] VENT PORT: This port aids in reproduction of very low frequencies by discharging frequencies below 60 Hz. VOLUME CONTROL: Use the volume control to set the output sound pressure from the BX5 to proper levels as required. LOW CUTOFF: This 3-position switch sets the bass rolloff frequency. The lowest setting, 56Hz, is essentially a low cutoff bypass as it does not attenuate the BX5's frequency response. MID-BOOST: Two selections are available, "In" and "Out. " The Out setting produces a flat frequency response curve, while the In setting gives a boost in the mid-range frequencies. HIGH FREQ: Three settings are possible, -2dB, 0dB, and +2dB. 0dB is a "flat" setting with no attenuation, while the -2dB and +2dB settings will attenuate or boost the high frequencies (3kHz shelf) by -2dB and +2dB respectively. ACOUSTIC SPACE: This 3-position switch is designed to compensate for different speaker placements. Please see the section "Setting the Acoustic Space Switch" for more information. POWER SWITCH:This switch turns the monitor on and off. The on position is indicated with the marking ". " (a white dot). POWER RECEPTACLE: Accepts a detachable 3-circuit line cord in order to power the monitor. FUSE HOLDER: Holds the external main fuse. VOLTAGE-SELECT SWITCH: Provides 2 selections, 115VAC and 230VAC, and should be set to match the "house supply" (receptacle) voltage of the country or location in which the speaker is used. The 115V setting is correct for the USA, while the 230V setting is correct for most of the UK and Europe. 5 Front Panel The front panel houses the Power LED, which indicates whether the speakers (amplifier) power is on or off. Installation For optimal performance of the BX5, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation. Precautions Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones. The BX5 set is packaged in the box tightly, so your attention is required when taking the monitors out of the box. To avoid possible damage to the speaker units, hold both sides of the monitor in order to pull it out of the box. The speaker cones should not be touched in order to avoid damage even after they are out of the box. Connections: Connect the XLR balanced or TRS balanced/unbalanced input of each BX5 to the corresponding pre-amp, computer or game console outputs. We recommend that you use high-quality balanced or unbalanced cables for input connections. Also, turn off the power of the BX5 and turn the volume of the BX5 down to a minimum before making the necessary connections. 6 Correct Power Operation: Since the BX5 contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable AC cable provided. Before connecting power, please make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch located on the speaker's rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as described in the rear-panel features list appearing earlier in this manual. WARNING!- Use of improper Voltage-Select Switch combinations may result in hazardous conditions and/or damage to speaker components not covered by speaker warranty. XLR Balanced Connection Assure that the power switch of the BX5 is turned off and that the volume control of the BX5 is turned down to a minimum. Connect the male end of an XLR balanced cable to the balanced input of the BX5 (refer to the following diagram for balanced connection). TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Connection Assure that the power switch of the BX5 is turned to Off and that the volume control of the BX5 is turned down to a minimum. [. . . ] In the event that M-AUDIO determines that the product requires repair because of user misuse or regular wear, it will assess a fair repair or replacement fee. The customer will have the option to pay this fee and have the unit repaired and returned, or not pay this fee and have the unit returned unrepaired. The remedy for breach of this limited warranty shall not include any other damages. M-AUDIO will not be liable for consequential, special, indirect, or similar damages or claims including loss of profit or any other commercial damage, even if its agents have been advised of the possibility of such damages, and in no event will M-AUDIO's liability for any damages to the purchaser or any other person exceed the price paid for the product, regardless of any form of the claim. [. . . ]