RCF EVOX 5 User manual

OWNER MANUAL
MANUALE D’USO
EVOX 5
EVOX 8
-PROFESSIONAL ACTIVE
TWO-WAY ARRAYS
-DIFFUSORI ACUSTICI (“ARRAY”)
AMPLIFICATI A DUE VIE

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IMPORTANT
Before connecting and using this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
keep it on hand for future reference.
The manual is to be considered an integral part of this product and must accompany it when
it changes ownership as a reference for correct installation and use as well as for the safety
precautions.
RCF S.p.A. will not assume any responsibility for the incorrect installation and / or use of this
product.
WARNING: To prevent the risk of re or electric shock, never expose this product to rain or
humidity.
CAUTION: to prevent electric shock hazard, do not connect to mains power supply while
grille is removed
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. All the precautions, in particular the safety ones, must be read with special attention, as
they provide important information.
2. POWER SUPPLY FROM MAINS
-Appliance coupler or PowerCon Connector® is used to disconnect device from MAIN
power. This device shall remain readily accessible after the installation
-The mains voltage is sufciently high to involve a risk of electrocution: never install or
connect this product when its power cord is plugged in.
-Before powering up, make sure that all the connections have been made correctly and the
voltage of your mains corresponds to the voltage shown on the rating plate on the unit, if
not, please contact your RCF dealer.
-The metallic parts of the unit are earthed by means of the power cord.This is a Class I
device and for its use it must be connected to a grounded power source.
-Protect the power cord from damage. Make sure it is positioned in a way that it cannot be
stepped on or crushed by objects.
-To prevent the risk of electric shock, never open this product: there are no parts inside that
the user needs to access.
3. Make sure that no objects or liquids can get into this product, as this may cause a short
circuit. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects lled with
liquid (such as vases) and no naked sources (such as lit candles) should be placed on this
apparatus.
4. Never attempt to carry out any operations, modications or repairs that are not expressly
described in this manual.
Contact your authorized service centre or qualied personnel should any of the following
occur:
- The product does not function (or functions in an anomalous way).
- The power cord has been damaged.
- Objects or liquids are inside the product.
- The product has been subject to a heavy impact.
5. If this product is not used for a long period, disconnect its power cord.
6. If this product begins emitting any strange odours or smoke, switch it off immediately and
disconnect its power cord.
7. Do not connect this product to any equipment or accessories not foreseen.
Do not try to hang this product by using elements that are unsuitable or not specic for this
purpose.
IMPORTANT
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION

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To prevent the risk of falling equipment, do not stack multiple units of this product unless this
possibility is specied in the user manual.
8. RCF S.p.A. strongly recommends this product is only installed by professional qualied
installers (or specialised rms) who can ensure correct installation and certify it according to
the regulations in force.
The entire audio system must comply with the current standards and regulations regarding
electrical systems.
9. Supports and trolleys
The equipment should be only used on trolleys or supports, where necessary, that are
recommended by the manufacturer. The equipment / support / trolley assembly must be
moved with extreme caution.
Sudden stops, excessive pushing force and uneven oors may cause the assembly to overturn.
10. Hearing loss
Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. The acoustic pressure level
that leads to hearing loss is different from person to person and depends on the duration
of exposure. To prevent potentially dangerous exposure to high levels of acoustic pressure,
anyone who is exposed to these levels should use adequate protection devices.
When a transducer capable of producing high sound levels is being used, it is therefore
necessary to wear ear plugs or protective earphones. See the manual technical specications
to know the maximum sound pressure level.
11. Situate this product far from any heat sources and always ensure adequate air circulation
around it.
12. Do not overload this product for a long time.
13. Never force the control elements (keys, knobs, etc. ).
14. Do not use solvents, alcohol, benzene or other volatile substances for cleaning the
external parts of this product.
Use a dry cloth.
15. Do not put microphones close and in front of speakers, in order to avoid audio feedback
(‘Larsen effect’).
To prevent the occurrence of noise on microphone / line signal cables, use screened cables
only and avoid putting them close to:
-Equipment that produces high-intensity electromagnetic elds.
-Mains cables.
-Loudspeaker lines.
The equipments considered in this manual can be used in electromagnetic
environment E1 to E3 as specied on EN 55103-1/2: 2009.
NOTES ABOUT AUDIO SIGNAL CABLES
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy, and if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Modications: Any modications made to this device that are not approved by RCF may
void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
FCC NOTES

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RCF S.P.A. THANKS YOU FOR PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, WHICH HAS BEEN
MADE TO GUARANTEE RELIABILITY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE.
DESCRIPTION
EVOX 5 and EVOX 8 are portable active sound systems (made of a satellite plus a
subwoofer) that combine quality and reliability of RCF transducers with high amplication
power.
EVOX 5 features ve 2.0” full range transducers in the line source satellite and a 10”
woofer in a bass reex enclosure.
EVOX 8 features eight 2.0” full range transducers in the line source satellite and a deep
sounding 12” woofer in a bass reex enclosure.
Both systems are optimal portable solutions for live music, DJ mix-sets and also
presentations, congresses, other events, etc. .
INNOVATIVE DSP PROCESSING
EVOX DSP processing is the result of many years of experience in line array design
combined with innovative and dedicated algorithms. Thanks to the frequency dependent
drivers excursion and control of distortion, EVOX DSP processing is capable to guarantee
a high output from these small systems.A dedicated vocal processing has been specically
studied for speech reproduction during presentations or conferences.
RCF TECHNOLOGY
EVOX speakers include high technology RCF transducers.
The ultra-compact full-range 2” driver can handle extremely high sound pressure levels and
power. The high excursion woofers are able to extend to the lowest frequencies and offer
a quick and precise response up to the crossover point.
Specic attention has been dedicated to mid-low frequencies as well.
CONTROLLED DIRECTIVITY PATTERN
EVOX array design features a constant horizontal directivity coverage of 120°, offering a
perfect listening experience to the audience.
The vertical array design is progressively shaped to guarantee a correct listening from the
rst row.
MULTIFUNCTIONAL TOP HANDLE
The top steel plate joins the handle and the insert for pole mounting.
A rubber hand grip has been added for great portability.
CLASS D AMPLIFICATION
EVOX systems include high power class D ampliers.
Each system features a two-way amplier with DSP controlled crossover.

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Lift up the satellite speaker to remove it from
its subwoofer.
Screw the lower part of the satellite speaker
stand (the pole) into the subwoofer insert for
pole mounting.
Screw the central part of the satellite speaker
stand into its lower part, then insert the
telescopic upper part.
Loose the stand bolt, adjust the satellite
speaker height from the oor and tighten the
bolt again, then insert the satellite speaker
into its complete stand and aim it correctly.
INSTALLATION

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SUBWOOFER REAR PANEL
AND CONNECTIONS
1/4” TRS JACK CONNECTOR
UNBALANCED CONNECTION
TIP: SIGNAL
SLEEVE: GND
BALANCED CONNECTION
TIP: + HOT
RING: – COLD
SLEEVE: GND
ring = cold (–) sleeve (gnd)ring tip
tip = hot (+)
sleeve (gnd)tip
tip = signal
1Balanced audio input (1/4” TRS jack)
2Balanced audio input (female XLR connector)
3Balanced parallel audio output (male XLR connector).
This output is linked in parallel with the audio input and is useful to connect another
amplier.
Female XLR connector
PUSH
2 1
3
Male XLR connector
21
3
PUSH
2 1
3
21
3
MAX
VOLUME
LIMITER
FLAT
BOOST
LINE
MIC
SIGNAL
STATUS
BALANCED
INPUT/LINK
INPUT SENSITIVITY
– 󰌨
2
3
4
7
8
9
6
5
1
Xlr pins:
1 ground, 2 audio signal (+ , hot),
3 audio signal (–, cold).

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4Amplier volume control
Turn it either clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease.
5Input sensitivity switch
LINE (normal mode): the input sensitivity is set to LINE level (+4 dBu), suitable for a
mixer output.
MIC: the input sensitivity is set to MIC level, suitable for the direct connection of a
dynamic microphone. Do NOT use this setting when connected to a mixer output!
6FLAT / BOOST switch
FLAT (released switch, normal mode): no equalisation is applied (at frequency
response).
BOOST (pushed switch): ‘loudness’ equalisation, only recommended for background
music at low volume levels.
7LIMITER LED
The internal amplier has a limiter circuit to prevent clipping and overdriving transducers.
It blinks when the signal level reaches the clipping point, causing the limiter intervention.
If it is steady lit, the input signal level is excessive and should be reduced.
8SIGNAL LED
When lit, it indicates the signal presence at the audio input.
9STATUS LED
When blinking, it indicates the internal protection intervention due to thermal drift (the
amplier is muted).
10 Amplier output to link the satellite speaker.
IMPORTANT:
befORe TuRNINg The AMPlIfIeR ON, lINk The subwOOfeR AMPlIfIeR OuTPuT TO The
sATellITe sPeAkeR INPuT (As shOwN IN The fIguRe)!
PUSH
2 1
3
21
3
MAX
VOLUME
LIMITER
FLAT
BOOST
LINE
MIC
SIGNAL
STATUS
BALANCED
INPUT/LINK
INPUT SENSITIVITY
– 󰌨
10

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11 POWER switch
Push to turn ON / off the amplier.
Before switching the amplier on, check all connections and turn fully counterclockwise
(– 󰌨) the volume control 4.
12 Power cord input with fuse.
100-120V~ T 6.3 A L 250V
220-240V~ T 3.15 A L 250V
Before connecting the power cord, check if the mains corresponds to the voltage
indicated on the rating plate on the unit, if not, please contact your RCF dealer.
Connect the power cord only to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.
When replacing the fuse, refer to the silk screen indications.
WARNING: the VDE Power Connector is used to disconnect the system from the power
supply network. It shall be easily accessible after the installation and during the use of
the system.
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EVOX 5 EVOX 8
ACOUSTICAL
Frequency response 45 Hz ÷ 20 kHz 40 Hz ÷ 20 kHz
Maximum sound pressure level 125 dB 128 dB
Horizontal coverage angle 120° 120°
Vertical coverage angle 30° 30°
Subwoofer transducers 10” (2.0” voice coil) 12” (2.5” voice coil)
Satellite transducers 5 x 2” (1.0” voice coil) 8 x 2” (1.0” voice coil)
AMPLIFIER / DSP
Amplier power (low frequencies) 600 W (peak) 1000 W (peak)
Amplier power (high frequencies) 200 W (peak) 400 W (peak)
Input sensitivity (LINE) +4 dBu +4 dBu
Crossover frequency 220 Hz 220 Hz
Protections thermal drift, RMS thermal drift, RMS
Limiter software limiter software limiter
Cooling convective convective
Operating voltage 115 / 230 V (according to the model),
50-60 Hz
115 / 230 V (according to the model),
50-60 Hz
Inrush current 10,1 A
(According to EN 55013-1: 2009)
10,1 A
(According to EN 55013-1: 2009)
SUBWOOFER PHYSICAL
Height 490 mm (19.29”) 530 mm (20.87”)
Width 288 mm (11.34”) 346 mm (13.62”)
Depth 427 mm (16.81”) 460 mm (18.10”)
Net weight 19.2 kg (42.33 lbs) 23.8 kg (52.47 lbs)
Cabinet Baltic birch plywood Baltic birch plywood
SPECIFICATIONS

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EVOX 5 SIZE mm

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EVOX 8 SIZE mm

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