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EON 10 G2 Sys Man 5/15/03 2:47 PM Page 6 Welcome Welcome to the family of discerning sound equipment users who have selected JBL Professional products. Your EON System is a creation of JBL, the world leader in sound reinforcement. JBL sound systems are used in some of the world’s most famous arenas, concert halls and clubs. In fact, JBL speakers are the premier choice for today’s hottest touring acts and artists. You just can’t make a more professional choice. This User’s Guide contains important information that will help you get the most from your JBL EON sound system so please take a moment to read it and be sure to keep it in a safe place for future reference. Congratulations and thanks from all of us at JBL Professional. You have invested in the best portable performance system available. PACKAGE CONTENTS Your EON10 G2 System should include the following: • 1 EON MusicMix 14 Mixer • 1 PSU (Power Supply Unit for mixer) • 2 EON10 G2 Speakers • 1 EON10 G2 User’s Guide • 1 EON10 G2 System User’s Guide • 2 10’ (3mm) IEC Power Cables • 2 M50S Microphones • 4 25’ (7.6 Meter) XLR/M to XLR/F Cables AGENCY APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS This EON G2 System complies with all International Safety Requirements for Mains Operated Professional audio equipment under IEC65, and electromagnetic compatibility, radio interference, emissions and immunity requirements. BEFORE YOU BEGIN - IMPORTANT INFORMATION The EON MusicMix 14 mixer must only be connected through the Power Supply Unit (PSU) supplied. Use of any other PSU will void your warranty. Like any electrical appliances, neither the EON MusicMix 14 or the EON10 G2 speakers should be used in water or when wet. The EON MusicMix 14 and the EON10 G2 speakers contain no user serviceable parts. Refer servicing to an authorized JBL service agency. 4 EON 10 G2 Sys Man 5/15/03 2:47 PM Page 8 Output Section MON This 1/4” phone jack output will be used primarily to drive the stage monitor system. The MON output may be used for balanced or unbalanced operation. EFX2 / MON2 This 1/4” phone jack output may be used to drive a second stage monitor system or a second effects processor depending on the setting of the EFX2 / MON2 switch. The EFX2 / MON2 output may be used with balanced or unbalanced input devices. EFX This 1/4” phone jack output may be used to drive an effects processor. The EFX2 / MON2 output may be used with balanced or unbalanced input devices. L/R SUM This 1/4” phone jack output delivers a combination of the MIX L & R signals. The output level is controlled by the L/R SUM knob. This output may be used to drive a subwoofer or a remote speaker system covering an overflow area. This output may be used with balanced or unbalanced devices. MIX INSERT L & R These 1/4” phone jacks function in the same way as the channel INS jacks and allow a signal processor to be inserted into the main stereo mix. CONTROL ROOM OUT L & R These 1/4” phone jacks are used to connect a control room (or booth) monitor system. This output will carry the same signal as the headphone out. The CONTROL ROOM OUT jacks may also be used to connect a recorder to record a performance. Note that if these jacks are used for recording you must disconnect the headphones from the PHONES connector. You will also not be able to use the LISTEN system while recording. MIX L & MIX R These balanced XLR connectors are the main stereo outputs of the mixer. TAPE / CD IN These RCA jacks are provided for connection of a tape, mini-disc, or CD player. The signal from these jacks is controlled by the MIX / TAPE CD switch and the TAPE / CD LEVEL control. PHONES This stereo phone jack is provided for connection of headphones. Connecting headphones to this jack will mute the CONTROL ROOM OUT. PSU This 3-pin connector is provided for connection of the Power Supply Unit. Note the tab release on the cable connector for the PSU. This tab must be depressed to disconnect the PSU from the mixer. 20 EON 10 G2 Sys Man 5/15/03 2:47 PM Page 10 Available Accessories EON MIXER BAG Zippered, plush-lined Cordura® carrying bag for the EON MusicMix 14/16 SS2-BK Tripod Stand ESK10 Suspension Kit for EON10” models BRK10 Bracket, adapts EON10” models to OmniMount® brackets EON10 BAG Zippered, plush-lined Cordura® carrying bag for EON10” models About This Guide This User’s Guide will cover the operation of your EON10 G2 System and your EON MusicMix 14 mixer. Additional details about your EON10 G2 speakers may be found in the EON10 G2 User’s Guide. Quick Start This section of the User’s Guide will give you step by step instructions for setting up and operating a basic EON System. Refer to the illustration. MusicMix 14 Settings and Connections 1. Be sure that the POWER switches on the EON10 G2 speakers are in the OFF position. 2. Turn the INPUT 1, LINE 2 & 3 controls fully counter clockwise. 3. Set the MIC/LINE switch to the LINE position (disengaged). 4. Plug the power cable into a properly grounded 3-wire AC power. 5. Repeat this procedure on the other speaker. 6 EON 10 G2 Sys Man 5/15/03 2:47 PM Page 12 EFX2 / MON2 This auxiliary send may be used either as a second send to an effects device such as a digital reverb or as a second monitor send. • When the master EFX2 / MON2 switch is set to the EFX2 position (disengaged) the signal will be taken after the EQ and master fader which is ideal for feeding an effects device. • When the master EFX2 / MON2 switch is set to MON2 position (depressed) the signal will be taken before the EQ and master fader which is ideal for feeding a stage monitor system. • If a stereo source is connected to the channel, the left and the right signals will be summed and sent to the stage monitors or effects processor. EFX The EFX (effects) send is what you will use to feed an external effects device. It is always POST- FADE, POST-EQ. If a stereo source is connected to the channel, the left and the right signals will be summed and sent to the effects processor. BALANCE This control sets the amount of the channel signal feeding the Left and Right main outputs, allow- ing you to balance the source in the stereo image. When the control is turned fully right or left you feed only that side of the signal to the mix. ON Same as mono channels. FADER Same as mono channels. LISTEN The LISTEN function on the stereo channels is identical to that on the mono channels except that both the left and right inputs are summed to mono in the LISTEN system. Master Section 48V Phantom Power Many professional condenser microphones need an external powering voltage, also known as PHANTOM POWER. This is a method of sending a powering voltage down the same wires as the mic signal. Press the switch to supply the 48V Phantom Power to all of the MIC inputs. The adja- cent LED illuminates when the power is active. Note that mics designed to work with lower phan- tom voltages will work fine with 48V Phantom Power. DO NOT CONNECT UNBALANCED SOURCES TO THE XLR INPUTS with 48V Phantom Power switched on as the phantom power voltage may damage them. Balanced dynamic mics can normally be used with 48V Phantom Power switched on (contact your microphone manufac- turer for guidance). Mics should always be plugged in, and all output faders set to minimum before switching 48V Phantom Power ON to avoid damage to external equipment. POWER INDICATOR This LED illuminates to show when power is connected to the console. BAR GRAPH METERS The 3-color peak reading BAR GRAPH METERS normally follow the Monitor selection to show: • The level of the MIX RIGHT and MIX LEFT outputs or… • The TAPE/CD IN input if the TAPE/CD TO MIX switch is pressed or… • When any LISTEN switch is pressed, the meters switch to show the selected LISTEN signal on both meters, in mono. In typical operation, keep the average signal level around the 0 level with peaks going into the 18 amber section. EON 10 G2 Sys Man 5/15/03 2:47 PM Page 14 Setting Channel EQ The term “EQ” is shorthand for Equalization. The tone control on your radio or stereo is a most basic form of EQ. Sound reinforcement equipment offers more comprehensive control over tonal balance. Here is a table describing undesired tonal characteristics and how to handle them. Sound Quality EQ Adjustment • Too dark, lacks brilliance, seems muddy • Turn up the HF (High Frequency) • Speech is not clear, vocals don’t project • Increase the MF (Mid Frequency) level • Rotate the MF frequency control to locate the desired frequency • Not enough bass, sound is thin, lacks power • Turn up the LF (Low Frequency) and authority • Disengage the LOW CUT control • Sound is brittle, “S” sounds are too hissy, • Turn down the HF very high-frequency feedback is heard • Sound is honky or nasal sounding • Turn down the MF EQ • Rotate the MF frequency control until the sound quality improves • Sound is boomy or rumbling, feedback is • Turn down the LF heard at very low frequencies • Engage the LOW CUT control • With a lavaliere mic, speech has too much • Turn down the MF LEVEL and set the MF low mid content frequency control between 300 and 500 Fine Tuning the Mix Adjust the channel FADERS until the desired blend is achieved.