Electro-Voice Plasma Plasma P1 User manual

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In physics, plasma is the
fourth state of matter: Solid
moves to liquid moves to gas moves to
PLASMA. The tremendous power and ener-
gy of this material state inspired our Electro-
Voice®design team to name its latest high-end
powered speaker system accordingly. Featuring our
highest-level speaker transducers and the latest EV
amplifier technology and signal processing,
PLASMA brings together uncompromised sonic
detail, high SPL and ease of use. Whether as a
front-of-house system in theaters or AV appli-
cations, side fill, front fill, stage monitor,
drum fill, or delay line – PLASMA is
the solution for most demand-
ing applications.
PLASMAP1 Plasma P1's compact,
ergonomically designed enclosure houses an EVX155RMD,
Kevlar™-reinforced 15” LF transducer driven by a 4” voicecoil
for well-defined transients and articulate vocals at all SPLs.
The EV ND-6 neodymium HF compression driver with a 3”
voicecoil coupled to an EV 80° x 55° horn provides extended
HF response with very low distortion. A two-channel class-H
amplifier provides a total of 700 watts of power but requires
NO fan, permitting quiet operation, low maintenance, and
long-term reliability. Coupled with signal processing for linear
acoustic response, Plasma P1 delivers dynamic linearity to
very high SPLs. Equipped with three L-track attachment
points, Plasma can also be used with its proprietary PSA-V™
(Plasma Strong-Arm-Mount-Vertical) mounting system for
easy flying and precise aiming. The multi-angle enclosure is
available in left and right versions, thus allowing a 55° moni-
tor angle onstage and mirror-image monitoring.
PLASMAP2 Plasma P2 represents a new
generation of high-powered compact subwoofers. Designed to
extend the very low frequency response of Plasma P1, it uses
the same class H-design amplifier driving an EVX180B 18”
woofer. The patented LPN™(Low-Pass-Notch) filter compen-
sates for transient distortion in dynamic signals (such as kick-
drums) to achieve a higher acoustic output and more punch
than expected from such a compact enclosure.
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PLASMAS engines
Electro-Voice has been known for more than 75 years as a leading
manufacturer of loudspeakers and microphones. Although Electro-
Voice's more than 50 years of experience in designing and building
world-class amplifiers has been less well known, Electro-Voice's ampli-
fiers have become industry leaders in the most demanding concert and
installation projects worldwide with their sonic purity and outstanding
reliability.
The amplifiers in EV's PLASMA P1 and P2 are state-of-the-art, class-H
designs used in EV’s tour-proven Compact Precision Series®amplifiers.
Besides stunning audio performance, they boast such features as an
onboard dynamic limiter (which ensures that THD will not exceed 1%),
incredible dynamic headroom, and a complete protection package. The
high-efficiency class-H design uses up to 50% less AC power than does
a conventional class-A/B design. The amplifiers run much cooler and
use less power, allowing more units to be driven from one circuit.
• Biamped drive: 550 + 150 watts dynamic output power
• High-efficiency class-H amplifier design
• XLR/1/4" jack combo input
• XLR parallel output
• Switchable 100Hz 24dB hi-pass filter
• Patented LPN™filter to enhance LF performance
• Status LED for full range (yellow) or hi-pass (green)
• Level control (security cover included)
• Input sensitivity: +6 dBu
• LED indicators for limit, signal present,
speaker protection and amp protection
• Voice Coil Tracking protection
• Dynamic limiter
• PowerCon connector for solid connection to AC power
• PowerCon outlet (thru) for easy linking of several units
PLASMA P1
• 800 watts dynamic output power
• Hi-efficiency class-H design
• XLR/1/4” jack combo input
• XLR parallel out
• Integrated 100Hz 24dB lo-pass filter
• Patented LPN™Filter to enhance LF performance
• Voice Coil Tracking protection
• Dynamic limiter
• PowerCon connector for solid connection to AC power
• PowerCon outlet (thru) for easy linking of several units
PLASMA P2
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15 2  Way Powere
8 x 55 Speaker System
single 18 Powere
suwoofer
• Compact, ergonomically designed cabinet
• 550 W + 150 W dynamic output power
• High sensitivity, 132 dB* maximum SPL
• EVX155RMD 15” LF transducer
• ND6 HF compression driver
• Simple, versatile suspensions with PSA-V™
(Plasma Strong-Arm-Mount-Vertical)
* Peak; continuous SPL: 128dB
• 18” powered subwoofer
• Compact, ergonomically designed cabinet
• 800W dynamic output power
• EVX180B direct radiating 18” woofer
• Extended bass response
• Integrated heavy-duty casters for easy transport
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PLASMAbrings together EV’s finest speaker and amplifier technology for the most demanding concert and install applications
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Americas
Telex Communications Inc. 12000 Portland Ave South, Burnsville, MN 55337, USA
USA-Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Canada-Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Latin America-Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Europe, Africa & Middle-East
EVI Audio GmbH. Hirschberger Ring 45, D 94315, Straubing, Germany • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
France: EVI Audio France S.A. Parc de Courcerin, AllÈe Lech Walesa, F 77185 Lognes, France • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
UK: Shuttlesound Ltd., The Willows Centre, Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4NX, UK • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Asia & Pacific Rim
Japan: EVI Audio Japan Ltd. 5-3-8 Funabashi, Setagaya-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 156-0055 • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Australia: EVI Audio (Aust) Pty Ltd. Slough Business Estate, Unit 23, Silverwater, N.S.W. 2128, Australia • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
China: EVI Audio (HK) Ltd. 7th Floor China Minmetals Tower, No. 79 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, HK • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Singapore: Telex Pte. Ltd. 3015A Ubi Road 1, 05-10 Kampong Ubi Industrial Estate, Singapore 408705 • Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
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Specs P1 P2
Frequency Response (-3 dB) 45 Hz - 17 kHz 40 Hz - 100 Hz
Frequency Range 38 Hz - 19 kHz 30 Hz - 110 Hz
Calc. Max SPL 132 dB 132 dB
Horizontal Coverage 80° -
Vertical Coverage 55° -
Amplifier Design Class H Class H
THD <0.01% <0.05%
Input Impedance 20 kOhms 20 kOhms
LF Amplifier Power 460W RMS (550W Peak) 550W RMS (800W Peak)
HF Amplifier Power 140W RMS (150W Peak) -
High Pass Crossover 100 Hz
(switchable)
Level Control -0 to +6 dB -0 to +6 dB
Input Sensitivity + 6 dB for full output + 6 dB for full output
LF Transducer 15” (381mm) EVX155RMD 18” (460mm) EVX180B
HF Transducer 1.4” (35,6 mm) exit ND6 -
compression driver
Connectors:
Balanced Line Inputs XLR and 1/4” phone XLR and 1/4” phone
Combination Combination
Balanced Output XLR XLR
Power Requirement 100,120,230 or 240 VAC 100,120,230 or 240 VAC
50-60 Hz 50-60 Hz
Enclosure Material 13-ply Birch Plywood 13-ply Birch Plywood
Cabinet Finish Futura Futura
Grille Powder Coated Steel Powder Coated Steel
with cloth with cloth
Dimensions ( H x W x D) : 24.2” x 18.8” x 15.7” 25.8” x 18.8” x 23.6”
(615 x 475 x 400 mm) (910 x 476 x 600 mm)
Net Weight 93 lbs (42,3 kg) 140 lbs ( 63,6 kg)
Shipping Weight 99 lbs (45,0 kg) 150 lbs ( 68,1 kg)
Accessories
PSA-V
TC-TV
PSA-V: PLASMA strong arm vertical (pictured)
TC-TV: Adaptor for TV-Spigot to truss (pictured)
PCS150: PowerCon link cable short (5 ft, 1,5 m)
PCS800: PowerCon link cable long (24 ft, 8,0 m)
PCS500: 230 V mains power to PowerCon (15 ft, 5,0 m)
PCS501: 120 V mains power to PowerCon (15 ft, 5,0 m)
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