Pyle Pro PYX-3X User manual

Owner’s Manual
PYX-3X Electronic Crossover Network
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Your new Pyle Pro PYX-3X Electronic Crossover
Network is designed to enable the home stereo
audiophile to install a biamp, triamp or multi-amp
system with extreme ease, while still allowing for
the sophisticated settings a high end installation
demands.
The PYX-3X permits frequency filtering in four
different bands: LOW, MID/HIGH PASS, MID/LOWPASS
and HIGH. It also offers the user the opportunity to
adjust output levels for LOW, MID and HIGH
independently.
Input and output connections may be made via a
choice of 1/4” or RCA type jack, permitting a
connection with almost any input or output device.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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REAR PANEL
Left and Right Input Connectors
The PYX-3X offers a choice of 1/4” or RCA type
input jacks for connecting to the PREAMP OUTS
of your audio source.
FUSE
INPUT
HIGH MID LOW
L
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
HIGH MID LOW
OUTPUT
L
R
INPUT
Left and Right Output Connectors
The PYX-3X offers a choice of 1/4” or RCA type
Left and Right Output jacks (for LOWS, MIDS
and HIGHS) for connecting to the inputs of your
power amplifier(s).
Ground Screw
Fuse Holder
Crossover Freqency Selectors
Selects the crossover point for each of the
frequency ranges:
LOW PASS selects the crossover point between the bass and
midrange
MID/HIGHPASS selects the low end of frequency range for the MIDS
MID/LOWPASS selects the high end of frequency range for the MIDS
HIGHPASS selects the low end of frequency range for the HIGHS
Power
On/Off
LOW PASS
720
360
18050 90
720
360
18050 90
8K
6K
4K1K 2K
720
FLAT
8K
6K
4K1K 2K
POWER
LOW
LEVEL
MIN MAX
MID
LEVEL
MIN MAX
HIGH
LEVEL
MIN MAX
LOW PASS HIGH ass LOW PASS HIGH PASS
LOWLOW
LOW
MIDMID
MID
MIDMID
MID
HIGHHIGH
HIGH
ELECTRONIC CROSSOVER NETWORK PY X
- 3X
Volume Controls
Adjusts the output levels for the LOWS, MIDS and HIGHS
FRONT PANEL
Please read this manual thoroughly before you attempt
to set up and use this crossover. It contains a range
of installation suggestions as well as instructions to
ensure safe usage. Installed properly, you can expect
years of trouble-free service from this product.
FLAT

Input connections
The PYX-3X accepts a broad range of input sources,
including:
Compact Disc (CD) player
Cassette, Reel-to-Reel or other tape player
Radio Tuner
These can be connected via either 1/4” or RCA type jacks
to the input jacks on the rear panel of the PYX-3X.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
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CD PLAYER, TAPE PLAYER
RADIO TUNER
FUSE
INPUT
HIGH MID LOW
L
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
HIGH MID LOW
OUTPUT
L
R
INPUT
Input connections
using RCA jacks
CD PLAYER, TAPE PLAYER
RADIO TUNER
FUSE
INPUT
HIGH MID LOW
L
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
HIGH MID LOW
OUTPUT
L
R
INPUT
Input connections
using 1/4” jacks
Setting the frequency controls
Biamp Systems
In a biamp system, the frequency ranges are usually LOWS
(with a range of about 40Hz to 120Hz), and MIDS/HIGHS
(with a range from 120Hz to about 20KHz).
Settings for such a system would be something like this:
Output connections for a biamp system
A typical biamp system employs a 4 channel amplifier, with
one pair of channels used to handle MIDS/HIGHS, with the
second pair of channels handling the LOW frequencies. A
similar system can be built using separate amplifiers to
handle the two frequency ranges.
This kind of setup would be accomplished as follows:
Upper end, LOWS range: 120Hz
Lower end, MIDS/HIGHS range: 120Hz
Upper end, MIDS/HIGHS
range: Flat (range not affected)
LOW PASS
720
360
18050 90
720
360
18050 90
8K
6K
4K1K 2K
720
FLAT
8K
6K
4KiK 2K
LOW PASS HIGH ass LOW PASS HIGH PASS
LOWLOWLOW MIDMIDMID MIDMIDMID HIGHHIGHHIGH
FLAT
FUSE
INPUT
HIGH MID LOW
L
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
HIGH MID LOW
OUTPUT
L
R
INPUT
NOTE: These diagrams
show hookups using the
RCA type jacks, but you
can use the 1/4” jacks
instead with similar
results.
4CH
AMPLIFIER
MID/HIGH OUTPUTS LOW OUTPUTS
AMPCH3+4INPUTS
(LOWS CHANNEL)
AMPCH1+2INPUTS
(MIDS/HIGHS CHANNEL)
Note: Only LOWS and MIDS output
jacks are used for connections in a
biamp installation!
Lower end, HIGHS
range: 5KHz
Triamp Systems
In a triamp system, the frequency ranges are usually LOWS
(with a range of about 40Hz to 120Hz), MIDS (with a range
from 120Hz to about 5-8KHz) and HIGHS (with a range from
5Hz to about 20KHz).
The PYX-3X uses the two MIDS frequency controls together
to form a bandpass section for the MIDS range, with one
control setting the lower and one setting the upper crossover
points.
Settings for such a system would be something like this:
Upper end, LOWS range: 120Hz
Lower end, MIDS/HIGHS range: 120Hz
Upper end, MIDS range:
5KHz
LOW PASS
720
360
18050 90
720
360
18050 90
8K
6K
4K1K 2K
720
FLAT
8K
6K
4KiK 2K
LOW PASS HIGH ass LOW PASS HIGH PASS
LOWLOWLOW MIDMIDMID MIDMIDMID HIGHHIGHHIGH
FLAT
FUSE
INPUT
HIGH MID LOW
L
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
HIGH MID LOW
OUTPUT
L
R
INPUT
NOTE: These diagrams
show hookups using the
RCA type jacks, but you
can use the 1/4” jacks
instead with similar
results.
4CH
AMPLIFIER
HIGH OUTPUTS MID OUTPUTS
2CH
AMPLIFIER
SUBWOOFER
AMP INPUTS
(LOWS CHANNEL)
LOW OUTPUTS
Output connections for Triamp Systems
A typical triamp home system might consist of a 4-Channel
amp for reproduction of MIDS and HIGHS, and a separate
2-Channel amp for reproduction of LOWS (a similar result
can be obtained using separate 2-channel amps for each of
the LOW, MID and HIGH ranges).
AMPCH1+2INPUTS
(HIGHS CHANNEL)
AMPCH3+4INPUTS
(MIDS CHANNEL)

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Caring for your PYX-3X Electronic Crossover Network
This component uses a 250V 0.5A fuse for protection from
power surges and short circuits. If the unit suddenly shuts
down and will not turn on, it is likely that this fuse has
blown.
To replace the fuse:
1. Locate the fuse holder on the rear of the cabinet and
unscrew the fuse compartment cap.
2. Remove the old fuse and replace it with an identical,
serviceable fuse.
CAUTION! Never use a fuse with a higher rating!
3. Replace the fuse compartment cap.
Turning the PYX-3X on
1. Turn on the audio input source equipment which is
connected to the PYX-3X INPUT jacks.
2. Set the LOW, MID and HIGH volume level controls to their
minimum level settings.
3. Adjust the crossover frequency points to suit your audio
system installation.
4. Push in the power switch to turn the amplifier on.
5. Adjust the LOW, MID and HIGH volume level controls to
the desired volumes.
Connecting to standard AC power
After making all other connections, set the POWER switch
to OFF position. Then connect the power cord to a standard
AC outlet.
Mounting the PYX-3X
The PYX-3X is designed to accept standard rack mounting
installations. Two slots on each end of the front panel make
it suitable for such an installation.
Tightly secure four mounting screws (not supplied) through
these fours slots and into your standard electronics equipment
rack.
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PYX-3X Specifications
Input Impedance
Crossover Frequencies
Low
Mid (High Pass)
Mid (Low Pass)
High
Filter Slope
Total Harmonic Distortion
Frequency Response
S/N Ratio
Power Requirement
Power Consumption
Dimensions, inches (mm)
>47 K-Ohms
50, 90, 180. 360 and 720 Hz
50, 90, 180. 360, 720 Hz and Flat
1K, 2K, 4K, 6K, 8KHz and Flat
1K, 2K, 4K, 6K and 8KHz
-12dB/Octave
<0.01%
20 Hz - 20KHz (+/- 0.5 dB)
90 dB
AC 110V/60Hz or 230V/50Hz
6W
18 7/8 x23/8 x77/8
(180 x 60 x 200)
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