ELITE EF500P - Professional audio equipment YORKVILLE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ELITE EF500P YORKVILLE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Packaging

Keep the box and packaging materials, in case the unit needs to be returned for service.

Warning

When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Power Sources

Your unit should be connected to a power source only of the voltage specified in the owners manual or as marked on the unit. This unit has a polarized plug. Do not use with an extension cord or receptacle unless the plug can be fully inserted. Precautions should be taken so that the grounding scheme on the unit is not defeated.

Hazards

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product. Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when installing the product and use mounting accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing water; no objects filled with liquids should be placed on the apparatus.

Terminals marked with the "lightning bolt" are hazardous live; the external wiring connected to these terminals require installation by an instructed person or the use of ready made leads or cords.

Ensure that proper ventilation is provided around the appliance.

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

Power Cord

The AC supply cord should be routed so that it is unlikely that it will be damaged. If the AC supply cord is damaged DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT.

Service

The unit should be serviced only by qualified service personnel.

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CONSULTEZ UN TECHNICIEN QUALIFIE POUR L'ENTRETIENT

Using the popular élite EF508 as a base, adding 800 Watts of bi-amped power and topping-it-off with advanced signal processing, the EF500P is destined to set the new standard for active loudspeakers. The woofer amplifier, or low frequency amplifier, amp delivers over 650 Watts to the 15 inch woofer. To reduce the overall weight of the amplifier section, the woofer amplifier uses Class D switching technology. A 150 Watt, two-tier linear technology, Class H amplifier drives the 2 inch titanium diaphragm horn driver. This allows the horn to produce clean transients while keeping up with the high output of the woofer. Two-tier amplifier technology isn't typically seen in a product like this, however we found the advantages (lower weight, more efficiency, higher headroom and lower operating temperature) made it a perfect choice for powering the top end.

This combination of Class D and Class H amplifier technologies helps keep distortion to a minimum while reducing the need for massive heat dissipation. In fact, to a level low enough to eliminate the need for heavy heatsinks. The advantage of this unique combination of two-tier and Class D amplification has reduced extraneous heat to the point that EF500P's can easily be used in any orientation (close to walls, floors and in close arrays with multiple cabinets). Competitive active loudspeakers, with large finned heatsinks, need to be operated

vertically and with plenty of clearance (to ensure proper heat dissipation and ventilation). Since you have more versatility in regards to the orientation of the enclosure, the EF500P becomes ideal for flying in large clusters and in point-source concert sound systems. Yorkville's designers took extra care making sure that in tight clusters overheating would not be an issue.

Taking advantage of the design process, an opportunity was taken to tweak the electronics for maximum overall speaker performance and protection. Solutions were borrowed from our high-end TX-Series PA systems. The limiters used, at the input and crossover stages, are a complex combination of gain reduction and sweeping filters. If the EF500P is pushed to its maximum input/output levels, advanced filtering begins rolling off unnecessary subsonic frequencies. The processing also protects individual components ensuring failure free operation (even after long term operation at close to maximum output levels). The filter

has a remarkable response time, less then 70ms, allowing the system to constantly be re-tuning itself. This makes sure the output is as clean, as loud and as clear as possible at any given moment. This is achieved without negatively affecting the overall sonic quality of the cabinet. This ensures that the essential part of the mix, like the vocals or solo instruments, come out clean and clear when the cabinet is being operated at the extremes of power and woofer excursion. Extremely

fast and accurate limiting is in place to protect the speaker components.

As a bonus, the EF500P has a built in mixer! This allows the loudspeaker to be used directly with a microphone and/or line source. The loop output allows additional active cabinets to be driven from one source (up to a maximum of 50 EF500Ps). If desired, you can combine a pair of the EF500P's using the mixer inputs on each cabinet and coupling the loop outputs. In this example you would have an ideal presentation system. Two microphone inputs, two line inputs (optimized for CD, Cassette or laptop computer audio source), complete within two speaker cabinets. As mentioned, our active cabinets can be linked together, the limitation is that only three 'mixers' can be active at any one time. This allows three Mic sources and six line sources available in an array of three or more cabinets. The microphone inputs have equalization and high pass filtering designed appropriately for vocal applications. The

trim control allows looped cabinets to be individually adjusted in level. This is invaluable in applications where large numbers of cabinets are used such as in clusters or in trade show applications (or when EF500P's are used as repeater cabinets or for side fill). The 100 Hz high pass filters allow the EF500P to be used more efficiently with any active subwoofer.

Features

• Ultra strong plywood cabinet (patterned after our proven EF508)
• Ultra-clear reproduction throughout the whole bandwidth
• High efficiency, high tech, 900 Watt Bi-amped power module
• Superior TX-style processing and component protection
• True 2 inch Titanium diaphragm horn driver
• Low distortion/high power-handling 15 inch woofer
• +/- 6 dB Level control (for individual cabinet level adjustment)
• XLR and TRS inputs / outputs for easy connection and looping
• Multi-input source mixer for direct inputs
• Direct microphone input with level control
• Two way overall EQ controls
• Integrated flying hardware (3/8 inch threaded holes)
• Tough, full-length metal grille
• Recessed Mixer panel

Operation

The EF500P is a bi-amped powered full-range loudspeaker with a built in two channel mixer. Multiple EF500P cabinets may be connected through the Link option. If you're using the EF500P with an external mixer, the internal mixer can be disabled. The built-in mixer has a microphone input and two (combined) 14 inch inputs for line sources such as CD players. Advanced signal processing is used to give maximum performance at all levels. There's a switch to provide a low frequency rolloff if you're going to use the EF500P with a subwoofer.

Mic Input

Any regular microphone can be inserted into the Mic input. Phantom power is built-in for condenser microphones.

Line/CD inputs

The Line/CD inputs allow line level sources such as CD players or Cassette decks to be directly connected. These inputs are combined to allow the blending of stereo sources into mono. The inputs are also balanced to help reject hum (when used with balanced cables). This input may be used to allow operation from lower-level Line inputs (as opposed to the Link

jacks). It may also be used to accommodate a greater range of level adjustment than the EF500P Level control allows (for example a cabinet in a chain of cabinets that needs to operate at much reduced level).

Link

These parallel Jacks allow multiple EF500P cabinets to be connected together. The Link Jacks are the correct input to use when driving the EF500P from an external mixer. The Link Jacks operate at line level (+4 dBv) to achieve full power. The EF500P Level control allows operation at levels from -2 dBv to +10 dBv for full power. When operating from signals that are not as strong, use the Line inputs of the first cabinet in the chain. The Link jacks are high quality balanced inputs with very good common mode (hum) rejection. To ensure maximum hum rejection, the proper balanced cables must be used. Jacks marked LINK OUTPUT are connected in parallel with the LINK INPUTS and are provided for convenience to connect downstream cabinets. Link inputs may also be used as outputs and link outputs may be used as inputs.

Level Control

This control allows cabinets, linked in a chain, to be individually adjusted over a +/- 4 dB range. This control does not adjust the level of the Link jacks.

LF Rolloff

For operation with a subwoofer, the LF Rolloff switch shuts off the low frequency boost and filters out signals below 100Hz . It's not necessary to use this switch for speech applications because the Mic input already has a high pass filter. This switch only affects the signals to the internal amplifier and does not affect signals going out from the internal mixer, or to signals passing through the Link connections.

Mixer On/Off

This switch turns the internal mixer On or Off. When the Mic or Line/CD inputs are used, this switch must be set to the On position. If these inputs are not being used, the mixer should be turned Off. This will help prevent the mixer from loading the Link, or the Internal Mixer, and contributing noise to the system. The internal mixer should not be used when a source other than another EF500P or similar cabinet is connected to the LINK jacks. Remember, a maximum of three mixers, in a chain of cabinets, should be used! A much larger number of cabinets may be used with the mixers disabled on the additional cabinets.

Mic control

This control adjusts the volume level the Mic input. The microphone signal output to other cabinets through the link connections will be affected as well.

Line/CD Control

This control adjusts the volume level of devices plugged into the Line/CD input. The signal out to other cabinets, from this device, through the link connections will be affected as well. A line-level signal and microphones can be connected simultaneously.

Treble and Bass Controls

These controls affect the signals from devices plugged into the Line/CD and Mic inputs. The signal out, to other cabinets, through the Link will also be affected. These controls do not affect signals coming into the cabinet from the Link connections.

Green PWR LED

Illumination indicates that AC power is on and the fuse is functioning.

Yellow Limit LED

This indicates that the cabinet is operating at full power and the limiter(s) are actively reducing the signal level. It's all right to operate in limiting as long as the clip light is not constantly on. The Limit light does not indicate low frequency processing action. There are separate limiters for the woofer and horn. This LED will indicate operation of either limiter.

Red Clip LED

The illumination of this LED indicates that the signal level is excessive and may cause distortion. Reduce mixer levels or turn down the Level control (on EF500P) to reduce clipping.

POWER switch

This turns the power On and Off to the cabinet. Note; a cabinet that is turned off, but is one of the cabinets in a chain might cause hum (or buzz) in the other cabinets.

Fuse

The mains fuse should never blow even in extreme operating conditions. A blown fuse will generally mean that excessive mains voltage has been applied or there's a serious fault with the unit. Self re-setting thermal switches are built into the power transformer as well as on the internal heat sink. These will not trip even under the most extreme operating conditions and are provided only for safety reasons. Thermal margins may be compromised when operating facing straight up, straight down or while operating in direct sunlight!

A note about unbalanced operation:

When connecting an unbalanced source (such as a mixer with RCA outputs) to balanced inputs such as an EF500P, the best hum rejection can be achieved by running a balanced connection right to the unbalanced plug. The return connection should be connected to ground at the unbalanced plug. The EF500P does not connect the AC power ground directly to the input signal ground. This will eliminate most ground problems.

élite EF500P

800 WATT ACTIVE LOUDSPEAKER ENCLOSURE

Specifications

System Type 2-Way

Active or Passive Active

Program Power (Watts) 800

Biampable Yes

Biamp Operation Only Yes

Max SPL (dB) 127

Frequency Response (Hz + / - 3db) 50

Crossover Frequency (Hz) 2100

Driver Configuration 15 inch, 2 inch

HF Driver(s) 2 inch, ceramic magnet, 3 inch Titanium voicecoil

HF Program Power (Watts) 150

HF Impedance (ohms) 8

HF Dispersion (degrees-H x degrees-V) 60

HF Protection Thermal / Peak Limiter

LF Driver(s) 15 inch ceramic magnet, 4 inch voicecoil

LF Program Power (Watts) 650

LF Impedance (ohms) 8

LF Protection Thermal / Peak Limiter

Total Power (Watts) 800

HF Power Amplifier (Watts) 150

HF Amplifier Type Class H

LF Power Amplifier (Watts) 650

LF Amplifier Type Class D

Power Cable Yes

Power Switch Yes

Inputs - 1/4-inch Jacks 2b

Inputs - XLR 1 mic, 2 link (in/out)

Input Impedance (Bal/UnBal) 95

Input Sensitivity (Vrms Sine) +4

Mixer Controls

Corners Black Metal

Feet Plastic Glides

Included Hardware 3/8

Bar Handles 2 Side

1 Pole Mount Adapter (1 3/8-inches/3.5 cm) 1 B

Enclosure Materials 3/4

Grille He

Covering / Finish Bl

Optional Covering / Finishes Bl

Dimensions (DWH x back W, inches) 14

Dimensions (DWH x back W, cm) 71

Weight (Ibs/kg)

800

150

Class H

650

Class D

Yes

Yes

2 line inputs, 2 link (in/out)

1 mic, 2 link (in/out)

95KOhms / 90kOhms

+4dBv / 1.23V (+/-6dB with trim control)

+/- 6dB Trim control Mic Input w/level 2x 1/4" Line Input

Black Metal

Feet Plastic Glides

3/8 inch x 9 (All Corners)

Bar Handles 2 Side

ches/3.5 cm) 1 Bottom

3/4 inch 7-ply Spruce

Heavy gauge perforated metal

Black Ozite (Carpet)

Black Ultrathane Paint (EF500PB) 18mm Birch

14.5 × 18.6 × 28.2 × 11.1

71.6 × 36.8 × 47.2 × 28.1

89/40.4

Active ou Passive Active

Puisance Nominale (Watts) 800

Capacité de Bi-amplification O

Dimensions (PLH x L arrriere, cm) 71

Poids (livres / kg) 89

150

Classe H

650

Classe D

Oui

Oui

1 mic, 2 link (in/out)

95KOhms / 90kOhms

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ONE MIC and ONE CD PLAYER

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TWO MICS and ONE CD PLAYER

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MIC and CD PLAYER, with POWERED SUBWOOFERs

élite EF500P

800 WATT POWERED LOUDSPEAKER ENCLOSURE

NOTES:
- ALL LINK CONNECTIONS FUNCTION AS INPUTS OR OUTPUTS.
- EXTERNAL MIXERS CONNECT TO LINK INPUTS

EYEBOLT INSTALLATION

1.DESCRIPTION

Many of the popular models in the Yorkville speaker cabinet line are now equipped with flying hardware for overhead suspension applications. Depending on the model, two or more internal braces have been provided for rigging purposes. Each brace contains two bolt holes and provides center-of-gravity fly-points for use with in-line or angular loads. Many of the models will support additional suspended cabinets according to their specified working load limits.

IMPORTANT!!

THE RIGGING OF LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS IS AN EXTREMELY SERIOUS MATTER. OVERHEAD RIGGING REQUIREES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) CALCULATING WORKING LOAD LIMITS, HARDWARE INSTALLATION, AND PERIODIC SAFETY INSPECTION OF ALL HARDWARE AND CABINETRY. IF YOU LACK THESE QUALIFICATIONS, DO NOT ATTEMPT THE INSTALLATION YOURSELF, BUT INSTEAD USE A PROFESSIONAL STRUCTURAL RIGGER. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. CONSULT A STRUCTURAL ENGINEER TO CALCULATE ADDED LOADS FOR A BUILDING. STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENT MAY BE NECESSARY TO INSURE A SAFE INSTALLATION.

2. REQUIRED TOOLS

4.5mm (7/32") Hex Wrench

Thread lock adhesive (Removable Type)

3.EYEBOLT INSTALLATION

a) Using a 4.5mm (7/32") hex wrench, remove the flat head bolts from the top or bottom of the speaker enclosure to expose the tapped holes (on TX models, the flat head bolts are located within the track rails), as shown below. Be sure to keep these handy as they will be needed to seal the cabinet after the eyebolts are removed.

IMPORTANT!!

USE ONLY LOAD RATED FORGED EYEBOLTS. THESE MAY BE PURCHASED THROUGH YORKVILLE SOUND OR ATM FLY-WARE™ TO INSURE CABINET-BRACING STRENGTH, MAKE SURE ALL FLY-POINTS ARE SECURED WITH EITHER AN EYEBOLT OR FLAT HEAD HEX BOLT.

b) Place a drop of thread-lock adhesive on the threads of the eyebolt and insert one into exposed hole. Tighten each eyebolt by hand until its fits snugly against the cabinet. Further tighten each eyebolt by rotating it another half turn. Be sure to insert eyebolts in the threaded hole directly in-line with the suspension cable. Always follow the eyebolt manufacturers installation and use instructions.
c) Suspend each cabinet according to working load calculations and practices recommended by the rigging hardware manufacturer.

IMPORTANT!!

ON MODELS WITH ONLY TWO TOP SUSPENSION POINTS THE SUPPLIED PULL BACK AT THE REAR OF THE BOTTOM CENTER PANEL OF THE CAFINET IS NOT TO BE USED AS A SUSPENSION POINT. THIS POINT TO BE USED FOR PULL BACK PURPOSES ONLY.

4. WORKING LOAD LIMITS

Specified working load limits have been determined for the enclosure as follows:

EF500P/EF500PBLK

4 fly points - 2 top + 2 bottom + pull back

4 fly points - 2 top + 2 bottom + pull back

3/8-inch weight of cabinet only

IMPORTANT!!

READ ALL ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT PROPER USE OF HARDWARE. TO INSURE PROPER INSTALLATION, FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION ON SUSPENSION TECHNIQUES AND EXTERIOR ACCESSORY INFORMATION WE SUGGEST CALLING ATM FLY-WARES TECHNICAL SERVICES IN THE UNITED STATES AT [phone] MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM (PST) OR FAX AT [phone]. YORKVILLE SOUND MAKES NO CLAIMS AS TO THE SAFETY OF THE ENCLOSURES IF RECOMMENDED LOAD LIMITS AND HARDWARE ARE NOT STRICTLY ADHERED TO. NOR DOES IT MAKE ANY SAFETY CLAIMS TO THE RESULTANT INSTALLATION.

IMPORTANT!!

TRACK RAILINGS: UNITS THAT INCORPORATE THE TRACK RAILING SYSTEM HAVE THE SAME WORKING LOAD LIMITS AS THEY DO WHEN THEY ARE USED WITH EYEBOLTS. THESE RATINGS MAY BE LIMITED AND BASED ON THE RATINGS OF THE TRACK FITTINGS THEMSELVES. PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE RATING OF THE CERTIFIED TRACK FITTINGS EXCEEDS NECESSARY WORKING LOAD LIMITS.

EYEBOLT INSTALLATION

1.DESCRIPTION

3/8-inch weight of cabinet only

IMPORTANT!! LIRE TOUTA LA DOCUMENTATION INCLUSE AU SUJET DE L'UTILISATION APPROPRIÉ DE LA QUINCAILLERIE. POUR ASSURER UNE BONNE INSTALLATION, POUR OBTENIR DE L'INFORMATION TECHNIQUE SUR LES DIVERSES TECHNIQUES DE SUSPENSION ET POUR OBTENIR DE L'INFORMATION SUR LES ACCESOIRES EXTERIEURS NOUS VOUS SUGGÉRONS D'APPELER LE SERVICE TECHNIQUE DE ATM FLY-WARE AUX ETATS-UNIS AU [phone] DU LUNDI AU VENDREDI DE 9 AM À 6 PM (HSP) OU PAR FAX AU [phone]. YORKVILLE SOUND NE GARANTIE PAS UNE UTILISATION SECURITAIRE DES ENCEINTES SI LES LIMITES DE CHARGE RECOMMANDÉES NE SONT PAS RESPECTÉES ET SI VOUS N'ADHÉREZ PAS STRICTEMENT À LA LISTE DE QUINCAILLERIE RECOMMANDÉE.

IMPORTANT!! RAILS DE MONTAGE (TRACK RAILLINGS): LES ENCEINTES INCORPORANT LE SYSTEME DE RAIL DE MONTAGE ONT LES MÉMES LIMITÉS DE CHARGE DE TRAVAIL QU'ILS SOIENT SUSPENDUS AVEC LE SYSTEME DE RAIL OU AVEC LES BOULONS À OEIL. CES VALEURS ASSIGNÉES DE LIMITE DE CHARGE PEUVENT ÉTRES LIMITÉS ET BASES SUR LA VALEUR DE LIMITE DE CHARGE ASSIGNÉE AUX APPAREILLAGES DE RAIL (TRACK FITTINGS) ELLE-MÉMES. ASSUREZ-VOUS S.V.P. QUE LA VALEUR ASSIGNÉE DE LIMITE CHARGE DE TRAVAIL SUR LES APPAREILLAGES CERTIFIÉS DE RAIL (TRACK FITTINGS) EXÉDE LES LIMITES NÉCESSAIRES DE CHARGE DE TRAVAIL.

Unlimited Warranty

Yorkville's two and ten-year unlimited warranty on this product is transferable and does not require registration with Yorkville Sound or your dealer. If this product should fail for any reason within two years of the original purchase date (ten years for the wooden enclosure), simply return it to your Yorkville dealer with original proof of purchase and it will be repaired free of charge. This includes all Yorkville products, except for the YSM Series studio monitors, Coliseum Mini Series and TX Series Loudspeakers.

Freight charges, consequential damages, weather damage, damage as a result of improper installation, damages due to exposure to extreme humidity, accident or natural disaster are excluded under the terms of this warranty. Warranty does not cover consumables such as vacuum tubes or par bulbs. See your Yorkville dealer for more details. Warranty valid only in Canada and the United States.

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