Level, Contour Switch, Link OUT, Power/Clip Led

O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S

LEVEL

Controls the gain (volume) of the Input (4) of the powered speaker system.

CONTOUR SWITCH

The Contour switch provides a mild boost at the frequency extremes, so that low level playback can be more pleasing. Do not use the Contour switch when playing sound at loud levels, as the boost is not needed then.

7LINK OUT

Link Out is a 1/4” post-level send intended for the use of linking multiple PV®215D’s in a line. In that case, the Link Out would connect to the 1/4” connections of the MIC/LINE (4) input of the next PV®215D in the line of PV speakers. Individual speakers can be adjusted by their own Level control (5).

This output can also be used to drive a nearby powered subwoofer, such as the PV®118D Sub. Set the PV®118D Sub level control to a level that matches that of the output of the PV®215D.

8POWER/CLIP LED

Illuminates GREEN when the electronics receive power (when the Power switch (3) is On). Illuminates RED when amplifier clipping is occurring.

CAUTIONS

The unit must be disconnected from the AC power source before any work is done on it. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

NOTE: This unit is not designed for overhead suspension!

The heat sink on the back plate can become hot to the touch. Do not block or cover the heat sink from ventilation.

DO NOT connect the inputs of the PV®215D to the output of a power amplifier. The inputs are meant to be driven from a line-level strength signal.

When connecting a microphone to the system, be sure to keep the microphone away from the front of the speaker while setting the microphone level, or very loud feedback will occur! Damage to the system is likely if this occurs!

DO NOT remove the protective metal grille.

WARNING: The PV®215D is very efficient and powerful! This sound system can permanently damage hearing! Use extreme care setting the overall maximum loudness!

The apparent sound level of the PV®215D can be deceiving due to its clear, clean sound output. The lack of distortion or obvious distress can make the sound level seem much lower than it actually is. This system is capable of SPL in excess of 127 dB at 1 meter from the speaker!

Connecting AC Power To The PV®215D

The PV®215D comes with a 6-foot IEC connection AC power cord. If you are using an extension cord or power strip with this powered speaker, make sure it is of good quality and of a sufficient current capacity to maintain safety and maximize the power output capability of the PV®215D. Do not connect any other device to the same extension cord that the PV®215D is connected to.

Connecting a Signal to the PV®215D

There are a variety of ways to input a signal to the PV®215D. The input jack (4) provides a balanced line-level input, allowing the use of a 1/4” phone plug, either a standard single-ended (tip-sleeve) plug or a balanced TRS (ring-tip-sleeve) type plug OR a male XLR plug.

Do not connect cables to the jacks while the unit is ON and the Level is turned up!

While a standard shielded single-ended 1/4” phone plug-equipped cable will work well and the balanced input circuitry of the input jack (4) will provide some interference rejection, a balanced cable using either the balanced

PV215D specifications

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