O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
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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”
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
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
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
Do not connect cables to the jacks while the unit is ON and the Level is turned up!
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