JBL Portable Speaker EVOinet User Manual

A Loudspeaker With Intelligence  
User’s Guide  
Introducing The Next Generation of Installed Sound  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - READ THIS CAREFULLY  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following European and international standards for Electromag-  
netic Compatibility and Electrical Safety:  
Radiated Emmissions (EU): EN55022B (1992)  
RF Immunity (EU): IEC801-3 (1994)  
Electrostatic Discharge(EU): IEC801-2 (1984)  
Fast Transients(EU): IEC801-4 (1988)  
Electrical Safety (EU): EN60065 (1994)  
Electrical Safety(USA): UL6500/ETL (1996)  
Electrical Safety(CAN): CAN/CSA-E65/ETLc (1996)  
Before using the apparatus read these instructions, follow all instructions, heed them and keep in a  
safe place.  
Clean only with a damp cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The  
third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace-  
ment of the obsolete outlet.  
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepticals and the point where they  
exit from the apparatus.  
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when not in use for a long time.  
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR  
MOISTURE.  
DO NOT REMOVE COVERS, NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRONIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
ATTENTION  
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE  
NE PAS ENLEVER  
!
DO NOT EXPOSE  
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE  
NE PAS EXPOSER A  
LA PLUIE NI L'HUMIDITE  
IT SHOULD NOT BE NECESSARY TO REMOVE ANY PROTECTIVE GROUND OR SIGNAL CABLE SHIELD  
CONNECTIONS TO PREVENT GROUND LOOPS. ANY SUCH DISCONNECTIONS ARE OUTSIDE THE  
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE OF JBL PROFESSIONAL AND WILL RENDER ANY EMC OR SAFETY  
CERTIFICATION VOID.  
For continued compliance with international EMC legislation ensure that all input and output cables are wired with the cable  
screen connected to Pin 1 of the XLR connectors. The input XLR Pin 1 is connected to the chassis via a low value capacitor,  
providing high immunity from ground loops while ensuring good EMC performance.  
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I N T R O D U C T I O N  
WELCOME  
PACKAGE CONTENTS  
Upon unpacking the EVOi.net please take note of the  
contents as listed below. If you do not have the contents  
listed then please contact your dealer as soon as possible.  
Thank you for purchasing an EVOi.net Speaker System  
Controller or, if you have been referred to this section via  
EVOi.sys, thank you for purchasing an EVOi.sys. As part  
of EVO Systems, the EVOi.net provides simple to  
understand yet flexible access to the full functionality of  
EVO Intelligent Loudspeaker Systems. We like to say the  
EVOi.net accesses the intelligence.  
EVOi.net Contents:  
1 x EVOi.net  
1 x AC Power Cord  
1 x JBL Measurement Microphone with clip and case  
1 x 100’ XLR Balanced Signal Microphone Cable  
1 x EVO User’s Guide  
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D E S I G N  
O V E R V I E W  
The EVOi.net is either supplied in a 19” rack mount  
configuration or as part of the EVOi.sys.  
Simplicity in the presentation is at the forefront of the  
EVOi.net design. For installed loudspeaker systems, it is  
not practical to initiate setup and operational function with  
control on the actual loudspeakers. Therefore the EVOi.net  
simply provides a more convenient remote control of the  
functions in the EVO Intelligent Loudspeaker Systems.  
The control is presented in two sections: one for installation  
and setup; the other for operation. The functions are  
initiated with simple button pushes and responses annunci-  
ated with colored indicators (LEDs). The hook-up is  
enabled with standard signal cable and XLR connectors.  
Due to the nature of the technology, no other network  
cables are required to communicate button pushes to the  
EVO Loudspeakers.  
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F E A T U R E S  
FRONT PANEL  
Figure 1  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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INPUT Indicators  
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ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL  
Two sets of LED indicators monitor audio signal levels at  
the inputs A (left) and B (right). When the green SIGNAL  
indicators are on, the input signals are greater than -40 dB.  
Below this threshold, the indicators will be off, signifying  
that the input signals are too low for proper amplification or  
are disconnected from the system.  
The ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL (AFC) section  
consists of two mode buttons, FIXED SETUP and LIVE  
AFC ON, and associated LED indicators for state  
confirmation. For detailed operation, see Anti Feedback  
Control on page 15.  
The LEDs, FILTERS FREE (4, 2, and 1), indicate the  
least number of live or fixed AFC filters available to  
connected loudspeakers for a selected mode.When no spare  
filters remain on one or more loudspeaker circuits, the 1  
indicator will flash.  
When the red CLIP indicators are on, audio signal levels  
are 2 dB below the maximum clip level. If the input signals  
exceed this level, distortion will result. When you observe  
this condition, simply lower the L MIX R (Master)  
Faders until the CLIP indicators turn off.  
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EQ SELECT  
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SPEAKER STATUS Indicators  
Press EQ SELECT one or more times to select a desired  
Two sets of LED indicators, OKAY and WARNING,  
provide visual status of amplified signal levels driving  
EVO loudspeakers connected to the main outputs, 1A (left)  
and 2B (right), and the auxiliary outputs, 3A (left) and 4B  
(right). The indicator states are:  
equalization setting, according to the following sequence:  
NEUTRAL  
SPEECH  
MUSIC 1  
MUSIC 2  
Figure 2 - EQ Select  
OKAY  
Off  
On  
WARNING  
Off  
Off  
SPEAKER STATUS  
Not connected  
Connected  
An associated LED will light to indicate the current selec-  
tion. For detailed operation, see Selecting System EQ on  
page 15.  
On  
On (flickering) Connected, Output Clipping  
On/Off1 Off  
Test Mode, Pink Noise1  
Error2  
Flashing2 On (always)  
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SETTINGS  
Press TEST to start the audio test mode. An orange LED  
will turn on, confirming your choice. For detailed opera-  
tion, see Starting Up on page 10.  
1. See “Testing The System” on page 10  
2. See “Speaker Status Error Codes” on page 26  
For easy recognition, OKAY indicators will turn on green,  
while WARNING indicators will turn on red.  
The orange LOCKED LED indicates TEST, AEQ ON,  
AUTO EQ SETTING, and DELAY SETTING are  
disabled and their parameters are locked via the LOCK-  
OUT SWITCH (on the rear panel).  
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F E A T U R E S  
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AUTO EQ SETTING  
AUTO EQ SETTING includes two setup buttons, MAIN  
SETUP 1&2 and AUX SETUP 3&4, and associated LED  
indicators for state confirmation. For detailed operation,  
refer to See Using The Auto EQ Setting on page 11.  
After the Auto EQ filters have been set, use AEQ ON to  
turn Auto EQ on or off. An associated LED indicator will  
confirm your selection.  
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DELAY SETTING  
Press DELAY SETTING to initiate delay setup on  
auxiliary outputs, AUX OUT 3A (left) and AUX OUT 4B  
(right). For detailed operation, refer to Delay Setting on  
page 14.  
The orange SETUP LED will flash during setup and the  
green DELAY SET LED will turn on once the delay time  
has been set on auxiliary outputs, AUX OUT 3A (left) and  
AUX OUT 4B (right).  
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POWER Indicator  
A green LED indicates EVOi.net is being powered.  
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RS232 Connector  
Use this 8-pin mini DIN connector to connect the EVOi.net  
to a PC’s RS232 port.  
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F E A T U R E S  
REAR PANEL  
Figure 3  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
10  
10  
RU Mounting Holes  
15  
OUTPUTS (4B/3A), Auxiliary  
The EVOi.net is equipped with four mounting holes for  
installation in one RU (rack unit) space.  
Two 3-pin male XLR connectors for right (4B) and left  
(3A) connection to auxiliary EVOi.324 loudspeakers using  
a pair of XLR signal cables.  
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Power Connector  
Insert the enclosed power cord into the IEC connector to  
supply the specified AC power.  
For mono operation, press MONO SUM to sum the input  
signals and route the combination to both outputs. The  
mono signal level will be 4 dB lower than the stereo level.  
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Fuse  
The removable fuse protects internal circuits. When  
replacing the fuse, be sure to use the same type as speci-  
fied.  
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OUTPUTS (2B/1A), Main  
Two 3-pin male XLR connectors for right (2B) and left  
(1A) connection to main EVOi.324 loudspeakers using a  
pair of XLR signal cables.  
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INTERFACE Connectors  
Two 8-pin RJ-45/Shellnet connectors, labeled LINK IN and  
LINK OUT, will provide interlinking to other EVOi.net  
units. Functionality will be determined at a later date.  
For mono operation, press MONO SUM to sum the input  
signals and route the combination to both outputs. The  
mono signal level will be 4 dB lower than the stereo level.  
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Lockout Switch  
17  
INPUTS (B/A)  
To protect settings from being inadvertently changed, press  
this recessed button once to disable TEST, AUTO EQ  
SETTING, AEQ ON, and DELAY SET and to lock their  
parameters. The orange LOCKED LED (under SET-  
TINGS on the front panel) will turn on to confirm the  
lockout. To restore functionality and to change settings,  
press this recessed button once again.  
Two 3-pin female XLR connectors for right (B) and left (A)  
connection to the EVOi.sys R MIX OUTPUTS L using a  
pair of XLR signal cables.  
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SETUP MIC  
A 3-pin female XLR connector for connection to the  
enclosed measurement microphone using the supplied 100’  
XLR signal cable.  
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STARTING UP  
Connecting The System  
Use Figure 4 (below) as an aid for interconnecting  
EVOi.net to up to four EVOi.324 loudspeakers and your  
mixer.  
Installation Notes  
Although installing an EVOi.net is straightforward, please  
review the following notes to achieve the best installation:  
For help with loudspeaker placement, refer to EVOi.324 –  
Applications on page 7 of the EVOi.324 Users Guide.  
Choose a mounting location that provides direct front  
panel viewing and easy access to the controls.  
Using Mono Sum  
The EVOi.net does not have a power on/off switch and  
therefore is “ON” whenever AC power is activated. If  
desired, use switched power outlets for master system  
control.  
If your application calls for mono sound, simply press  
MONO SUM on the rear of the EVOi.net. This will sum  
the pair of outputs. (See EVOi.net – Features 15 and 16 on  
page 6).  
We strongly recommend the use of high-quality,  
shielded audio cables for connection to the mixer and  
EVO loudspeakers.  
NOTE: Activating MONO SUM will lower the output level  
by 4 dB.  
Output on  
Generic Mixer  
EVOi.324  
Rear  
EVOi.net  
Rear  
EVOi.sys  
Rear  
Input  
OR  
XLR Signal Cable  
Figure 4 - Basic System Connections  
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STARTING UP  
Connecting Measurement  
Microphone  
IMPORTANT: EVOi.net is supplied with a dedicated JBL  
Measurement Microphone and 100’ XLR - XLR balanced  
signal cable. Successful setup will ONLY occur if the JBL  
Measurement Microphone is used. When not in use please  
keep it in a safe place for future use.  
Use the supplied 100’ XLR signal cable to hookup the  
Measurement Microphone, as shown in Figure 5 below.  
Figure 6 - The JBL Measurement Microphone with  
adapter, 100’ XLR cable and protective case are included  
with the EVOi.net Controller and EVOi.sys System.  
JBL Measurement Microphone  
100’ XLR Cable (Included)  
EVOi.net  
Rear  
Figure 5 - Measurement Microphone Hook Up  
Figure 7- As your measurement microphone is a precise  
audio tool, please keep it in its protective case when not  
in use.  
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STARTING UP  
INPUT  
SPEAKER STATUS  
ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL  
FILTERS FREE  
1
2
3
evo  
EVOi.net  
FIXED AFC SET  
FIXED SETUP  
WARNING  
OKAY  
Initial Settings and Powering Up  
Upon activation, all of the LEDs on the  
front panel should light up once and then  
go out. Depending upon whether or not  
EVOi.net has been powered up before or  
has just been shipped from the factory, the following  
indicators will remain on:  
SIGNAL  
LIVE AFC ON  
SPEAKER SYSTEM CONTROLLER  
A
B
1
2
3
4
HOLD TO CLEAR FIXED  
HOLD TO CLEAR LIVE  
Figure 8  
Pushing the Buttons  
The soft buttons on EVOi.net have been designed such that  
it is very difficult to accidentally activate or switch  
something off. To avoid frustration please refer to the  
following guideline for button operation:  
Factory Settings  
After shipping from Factory the power up defaults will be  
as follows…  
Press, or Press-and-release means to Press the button and  
release it within 1 second.  
Press-and-hold means to Press a key and hold it for at  
least 2 seconds.  
Settings  
Power Up State  
Delay Setup  
AEQ On  
Off  
Off  
Aux Auto EQ Setup  
Main Auto EQ Setup  
Test  
Off  
Off  
Understanding Speaker Status  
Off  
On the front panel, two sets of LED indicators (see  
Features on page 4) provide visual status of amplified  
signal levels driving EVO loudspeakers. The indicator  
states are:  
EQ Select  
Neutral  
Off  
Live AFC  
Fixed AFC  
Off  
OKAY  
Off  
On  
WARNING  
Off  
Off  
SPEAKER STATUS  
Not connected  
Connected  
Normal Power Up Settings  
After first use the power up defaults will be as follows…  
On  
On (flickering) Connected, Output Clipping  
Settings  
Power Up State  
Last Known Setting  
Last Known Setting  
Last Known Setting  
Last Known Setting  
Off  
On/Off1 Off  
Test Mode, Pink Noise1  
Error2  
Delay Setup  
AEQ On  
Flashing2 On (always)  
1. See “Testing The System” on page 10.  
Aux Auto EQ Setup  
Main Auto EQ Setup  
Test  
2. See “Speaker Status Error Codes” on page 26.  
For easy recognition during the “On” state, OKAY indicators  
are green, while WARNING indicators are red.  
EQ Select  
Last Known Setting  
Last Known Setting  
Last Known Setting  
Live AFC  
Fixed AFC  
If upon activation the WARNING indictor/s illu-  
minate (SPEAKER STATUS), the green OKAY  
LED will flash an error code. This is a Speaker  
Status Error Code – see Troubleshooting on page  
26 and refer to AC Power Up on page 25.  
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STARTING UP (continued)  
Testing the System  
EQ SELECT  
SETTINGS  
AUTO EQ SETTING  
MUSIC I  
MUSIC II  
SPEECH  
NEUTRAL  
At the beginning of or anytime during a system setup, the  
hookup configuration of the EVO loudspeaker can be tested  
by using the TEST button.  
LOCKED  
TEST  
EQ SET  
EQ SET  
MAIN OUT  
AUX OUT  
AEQ ON  
SETUP 1&2  
SETUP 3&4  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
This button is used to control the user audio test mode, i.e.  
pressing it will produce ‘pink noise’ output from each EVO  
loudspeaker.  
Figure 9  
The first press of the TEST button will…  
1. Enable the Test Mode.  
If the LOCK switch is engaged at any time during Test  
Mode, Test Mode will immediately end. The TEST  
indicator LED will be extinguished and any EVO loud-  
speakers will stop transmitting ‘Pink Noise’.  
2. Illuminate the orange TEST LED.  
3. Cause the first found EVO loudspeaker to transmit  
‘Pink Noise’.  
4. Flash the relevant Speaker Status Green OKAY LED to  
indicate the Limpet transmitting.  
Successive presses of the TEST button will…  
1. Move the ‘Pink Noise’ to the next EVO loudspeaker.  
2. Indicate the ‘New Transmitting’ EVO loudspeaker by  
flashing the relevant Speaker Status Green OKAY  
LED.  
When all attached EVO loudspeakers have been tested, the  
next press of the TEST button will exit Test Mode and  
extinguish the TEST LED. There is a short delay between  
pressing the TEST button for the last time and returning all  
speakers to normal operation.  
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USING THE AUTO EQ SETTING  
Placing Measurement Microphone  
for MAIN EVO Loudspeakers  
For simple applications of up to two EVO loudspeakers  
hooked up to OUTPUTS 1A and 2B (the MAIN OUT  
outputs), optimum placement of the Measurement Micro-  
3X  
2X  
1X  
phone is illustrated in Figure 10.  
Figure 10 - Typical Measurement Microphone Placement  
Figure 11a - Placement for Single Speaker  
Figure 11b - Placement for Stereo Pair  
The placement follows a simple height-to-depth ratio of  
1:2. For a given loudspeaker height the optimum position is  
a distance twice the height away from it, into the listener  
area. For instance, if the speaker is 10’ in the air, measure  
20’ into the listening area and place the microphone there.  
It is very important that the Measurement Microphone  
remains on the central axis of the room or listener area,  
equidistant from each loudspeaker. See Figures 11 a, b, c.  
A rough rule of thumb is that the Measurement Microphone  
should remain equidistant from both loudspeakers at a point  
approximately 2/3rd the length of the listener area away  
from the loudspeakers.  
For optimum result please also make note of the type of  
floor in the listening area and follow the guide below in  
Figures 12a and 12b.  
Soft surfaces - Measurement Mic  
on a stand at least 6’ high.  
Figure 12a - Soft Surfaces (carpet, fabric)  
Hard surfaces - Measurement  
Mic should be laid on the floor.  
Figure 11c - Placement for Mono Array  
Figure 12b - Hard Surfaces (like Gymnasiums)  
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Performing Auto EQ for MAIN OUT  
Loudspeakers  
SETTINGS  
AUTO EQ SETTING  
LOCKED  
TEST  
EQ SET  
EQ SET  
MAIN OUT  
AUX OUT  
AEQ ON  
SETUP 1&2  
SETUP 3&4  
Before starting, check that the LOCKED indicator is off. If  
it is on, then use the rear panel switch (Feature 14 page 6)  
to enable Auto EQ buttons.  
HOLD TO CLR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
Figure 13 - Main Out  
Setup Button  
1. Press the round MAIN OUT SETUP 1&2 button  
(Figure 13). On release, the LED flashes, and the Auto  
EQ routine begins.  
3. If the result of Auto EQ is desirable then continue, if  
not then:  
2. The EVO loudspeaker connected to MAIN OUTPUT  
1A is instructed to Auto EQ and generates its own test  
signal. This lasts for a few seconds. It is recommended  
that during the test signal, background noise is kept to a  
minimum. It takes about 40 seconds after the test signal  
for the EVO loudspeaker’s built-in computer to adjust  
and acoustically optimize itself to its environment.  
i. Check the position and aim of the EVO loud-  
speakers, CLEAR AUTO EQ (see below) and  
repeat the Auto EQ routine.  
ii. The Measurement Microphone may not be  
located in a position that strongly reflects the  
natural acoustics of the room. CLEAR AUTO  
EQ (see below), move the Measurement  
Microphone a few feet and repeat the Auto EQ  
routine.  
3. Once set, an instruction is automatically sent to the  
EVO loudspeaker connected to MAIN OUTPUT 2B.  
If an EVO loudspeaker is connected, then it also  
performs its own Auto EQ routine. If an EVO loud-  
speaker is not connected or when the EVO loudspeaker  
connected to MAIN OUTPUT 2B has completed its  
Auto EQ routine, the EQ SET indicator will light.  
Pressing any button during the Auto EQ routine will  
abort the process and settings will return to their previous  
values.  
If an error is detected during the Auto EQ routine, this will  
be shown on the SPEAKER STATUS indicators and an  
attempt will be made to restore any Auto EQ settings to  
their previous values.  
4. At the same instant EQ SET lights up, AEQ ON also  
illuminates indicating that Auto EQ is on.  
Testing Auto EQ  
1. Pass program signal to EVOi.net and listen to the result  
of Auto EQ.  
Clear Auto EQ  
Press the round MAIN OUT SETUP 1&2 button again and  
the Auto EQ routine will run again. Previous Auto EQ  
settings do not have to be cleared first.  
2. Press the AUTO EQ button (the LED will illuminate  
when Auto EQ is active) and listen to the ‘Before &  
AfterAuto EQ.  
Press-and-hold this button and all of the previous Auto EQ  
settings will clear and the EQ SET INDICATOR will go  
out as will the AEQ ON INDICATOR.  
SETTINGS  
AUTO EQ SETTING  
LOCKED  
TEST  
EQ SET  
EQ SET  
MAIN OUT  
AUX OUT  
AEQ ON  
SETUP 1&2  
SETUP 3&4  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
Figure 14 - The Auto EQ Button  
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Performing Auto EQ for AUX OUT Loudspeakers  
Using More Than Two EVO Loud-  
speakers  
Once the Measurement Microphone has been positioned  
and the SETTINGS LOCKED function has been disabled,  
running the Auto EQ routine is exactly the same as for the  
MAIN OUT SETUP 1&2.  
If your system consists of more than two EVO loudspeak-  
ers then these auxiliary/delay systems should be hooked up  
to outputs 3A and 4B, the AUX OUT Loudspeakers.  
FLOATING BALANCED OUTPUTS  
INTERFACE  
Follow steps 1 – 4 from page 12, pressing AUX OUT  
SETUP 3&4 instead of MAIN OUT 1&2.  
LINK OUT  
LINK IN  
MONO  
SUM  
MONO  
SUM  
4 B  
3 A  
2 B  
1 A  
SETTINGS  
AUTO EQ SETTING  
Figure 15 - AUX Out  
Speakers 3A and 4B  
LOCKED  
TEST  
EQ SET  
EQ SET  
MAIN OUT  
AUX OUT  
AEQ ON  
SETUP 1&2  
SETUP 3&4  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAAIN  
Placing Measurement Microphone for AUX EVO  
Loudspeakers  
Figure 17 - AUX Out  
Auto EQ Setup  
For applications of more than two EVO loudspeakers  
hooked up to outputs 3A and 4B(the AUX OUT outputs),  
optimum placement of the Measurement Microphone is  
illustrated below in Figure 16.  
At step 4, once the AEQ ON indicator has illuminated, the  
Auto EQ for all connected EVO Loudspeakers can be  
listened to simultaneously. See Testing Auto EQ.  
Ideal placement of the Measurement Microphone is again  
determined by following the simple height-to-depth ratio of  
1:2, where, for a given loudspeaker height the optimum  
position is a distance twice the height away from it, into the  
listener area. It is still crucial that the Measurement  
Microphone remains on the central axis of the room or  
listener area, equidistant from each loudspeaker.  
If, as the result of this listening test, the Auto EQ set is not  
desirable, then the settings can be cleared. See Clear Auto  
EQ, and Auto EQ can be repeated.  
Figure 16 - Measurement Microphone Placement for Auto EQ of Aux Speakers 3A and 4B  
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Pressing any button during the Delay Setting routine will  
abort the process and settings will return to previous  
values.  
DELAY SETTING  
EVO Loudspeakers hooked up to AUX OUT 3A & 4B  
outputs can be instructed to automatically set their correct  
delay and level to perform optimally with EVO Loudspeak-  
ers hooked up to MAIN OUT 1A & 2B outputs. A Haas  
delay will also be added to the AUX OUT Loudspeakers to  
make sure the MAIN OUT Loudspeakers are the acoustic  
If an error is detected during the Delay Setting routine, this  
will be shown on the SPEAKER STATUS indicators, and  
an attempt will be made to restore any Delay settings to  
their previous values.  
focus. Before starting, check that the LOCKED indicator is  
off. If it is on, then use the rear panel switch (Feature 14,  
page 6) to enable the DELAY SET button.  
Clear Delay Setting  
Press the round DELAY SET button again and the Delay  
Setting routine will run again. Previous Delay Settings do  
1. Position the Measurement Microphone in the optimum  
position. This is located equidistant from each AUX  
(delay) EVO Loudspeaker (in most cases on the central  
not have to be cleared first.  
axis of the listening area), approximately 10 feet away.  
Press-and-hold this button and all previous Delay settings  
will clear and the DELAY SET indicator will go out.  
10'  
Locking the Settings  
After each SETTING routine, the LOCKED indicator will  
flash once to remind you that this setting can be locked.  
Once the desired SETTINGS routines have been per-  
formed and all are satisfactory, they can be “locked in” as  
the default or NEUTRAL system settings.  
Figure 18: Measurement Mic Placement for Setting Delay  
1. On the rear panel, use a pin or matchstick to engage the  
2. Press the round delay SETUP button. When the button  
LOCKOUT SWITCH (Feature 14, page 6).  
is released the SETUP indicator flashes and the EVO  
2. Once engaged, the LOCKED indicator will illuminate  
Loudspeakers hooked up to the MAIN OUT outputs  
continuously.  
emit a test signal. Then the EVO Loudspeakers hooked  
3. All SETTING buttons will now be disabled until the  
up to the AUX OUT outputs emit a test signal.  
Lockout Switch is disengaged.  
3. When the correct delay and level for the AUX EVO  
Loudspeaker/s have been set the DELAY SET  
FLOATING BALAN  
INTERFACE  
indicator illuminates.  
LINK OUT  
LINK IN  
MONO  
SUM  
AUTO EQ SETTING  
DELAY SETTING  
POWER  
4 B  
3 A  
EQ SET  
EQ SET  
DELAY SET  
SETUP  
MAIN OUT  
AUX OUT  
AEQ ON  
SETUP 1&2  
SETUP 3&4  
Figure 20: Lockout Switch  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAR MAIN  
HOLD TO CLEAR LAY  
RS-232  
Figure 19: Delay Setup Button  
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ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL  
SELECTING SYSTEM EQ  
ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL EQ SELECT  
SETTINGS  
Two different types of Anti Feedback Control engines can  
be initiated and set up via EVOi.net: Live Anti Feedback  
Control and Fixed Anti Feedback Control.  
FILTERS FREE  
1
2
3
MUSIC I  
MUSIC II  
SPEECH  
NEUTRAL  
FIXED AFC SET  
FIXED SETUP  
LOCKED  
TEST  
LIVE AFC ON  
HOLD TO CLEAR FIXED  
HOLD TO CLEAR LIVE  
Live Anti Feedback Control is designed to be used during  
a performance. Once initiated, six dynamic filters are set  
into action, instructed to search for and eliminate feedback  
once found. When feedback is detected, a filter is placed to  
eliminate it before it “runs away”. If additional feedback is  
found, another filter is used. The FILTERS FREE  
Figure 21: EQ Select Button  
indicators tell you how many of the six filters are left.  
The total EVO System can be optimized for an individual  
program using the EQ SELECT button (Figure 21). Each  
press of the button will apply a different EQ curve to the  
entire system, very much like the way a domestic HiFi or  
car stereo EQ is used to optimize the system for different  
types of music. The settings scroll through as follows:  
Fixed Anti Feedback Control is designed to eliminate  
feedback before a performance begins, a routine possibly  
done during a soundcheck. For a fixed stage setup of  
microphones, once initiated, six filters are available to  
eliminate feedback. The FILTERS FREE indicators also  
tell you how many filters have been used.  
NEUTRAL The default start-up EQ or last set Auto EQ.  
SPEECH  
An EQ curve that optimizes the system  
performance for SPEECH.  
Note: There should be no feedback with a correctly set up  
and operated sound reinforcement system. The general idea  
of the FILTERS FREE indicators is as a guide to the  
operator. If all the Anti Feedback Filters have been used,  
this is a strong indication that the whole system needs  
adjustment. Typically this is confined to the mix.  
MUSIC I  
MUSIC II  
Ideal for LIVE music performance.  
Recommended for the enhancement of  
RECORDED MUSIC playback.  
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O P E R A T I O N  
Live Anti Feedback Control  
Now very slowly push the master faders up on the mixer  
(the slower the action, the more accurate the detection and  
allocation of filters will be). If feedback occurs, each EVO  
Loudspeaker will eliminate it. As you continue to push the  
faders up more feedback may occur at other frequencies,  
and you will see that the FILTERS FREE indicators show  
more filters being used.  
Initiate Live Anti Feedback Control by pressing the square  
button. LIVE AFC ON will illuminate. As feedback is  
found, filters will be used to eliminate it.  
SPEAKER STATUS  
ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL EQ SELECT  
FILTERS FREE  
1
2
3
MUSIC  
I
Once all the  
available  
FIXED AFC SET  
FIXED SETUP  
MUSIC II  
SPEECH  
NEUTRAL  
WARNING  
OKAY  
LIVE AFC ON  
1
2
3
4
HOLD TO CLEAR FIXED  
HOLD TO CLELIVE  
filters have  
When all the filters have been used, the FIXED SETUP  
indicator will stop flashing. You can quit the FIXED AFC  
setup at any time by pressing any button as long as all of  
the available filters have not been used. The FIXED AFC  
SET indicator will illuminate and Fixed Anti Feedback  
Control has been set and is ready to go.  
been used, as indicated by FILTERS  
FREE 1 illuminating in RED, the  
Live Anti Feedback engine will  
continue to eliminate feedback, reassigning the oldest or  
first placed filter to the newest feedback frequency. This  
will continue, but the RED LED indicates that there is a  
problem with the performance mix that really should be  
addressed, by either identifying the problem microphone  
and reducing its individual channel fader or by reducing the  
overall level, bringing down the master faders.  
Figure 23 - Live  
Anti Feedback  
On/Off  
It is advisable to keep extraneous noises to a minimum  
during this procedure to prevent inappropriate allocation of  
filters.  
Fixed Anti Feedback Control  
Set up the performance system on stage for normal  
operation, for example, by placing all microphones in their  
typical positions and faders on the mixing desk set to that  
of a typical mix. Set the master faders initially in their  
minimum settings.  
Clearing Anti Feedback Filters  
Both sets of Live and Fixed Anti Feedback filters can be  
cleared by pressing and holding their respective buttons. As  
you hold the button each allocated filter is removed  
sequentially. The FILTERS FREE indicators will show  
filters being removed.  
FIXED AFC setup can only be performed if LIVE AFC is  
off. If the LIVE AFC indicator on EVOi.net is on, press  
and hold the LIVE AFC button until the filter indicators  
and the LIVE AFC indicators are extinguished.  
If during this process a filter is removed and feedback  
occurs, releasing the button will instantaneously re-insert  
the filter.  
Now press-and-hold the round FIXED AFC SETUP  
button until the FIXED SETUP indicator starts flashing.  
PANIC  
If you run into problems with any portion of the system  
setup and operation, it is possible to reset all EVO  
loudspeaker settings by pressing all square LIVE AFC ON,  
EQ SELECT and AEQ ON buttons simultaneously. This  
will restore the factory default settings.  
SPEAKER STATUS  
ANTI FEEDBACK CONTROL EQ SELECT  
FILTERS FREE  
1
2
3
MUSIC I  
MUSIC II  
SPEECH  
NEUTRAL  
FIXED AFC SET  
FIXED SETUP  
WARNING  
OKAY  
LIVE AFC ON  
1
2
3
4
HOLD TO CLEAR ED  
HOLD TO CLEAR LIVE  
It is possible to reset the settings in the EVO loudspeakers  
using data stored in EVOi.net, see Power Up Operation on  
page 9 for further information.  
Figure 24 Fixed Anti  
Feedback On/Off  
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A P P L I C A T I O N S  
EVOi.net is the “network” center of any EVO Loudspeaker System. It facilitates access to all EVO Loudspeaker functions  
and monitoring. EVO Loudspeaker Systems have been optimized for small to mid-size venues, where a pair will sufficiently  
reinforce sound for an audience of up to five hundred people. They have been designed with specific applications in mind:  
schools and sports facilities; places of worship; and performance venues. Typically the program of events are quite varied  
and high quality reinforcement is required for speech, live music and recorded music playback. This section refers to typical  
applications identified in the EVOi.324 Users Guide and describes how to hook up EVOi.net and optimize the placement  
and position of the dedicated Measurement Microphone. These are very simple instructions and are for ideal situations. As  
guidelines, they are approximate and it may not be possible to follow strict practice. The beauty of EVO is that all the setup  
routines only take a few moments and that if one configuration doesn’t work, then re-setting the entire system is only a few  
moments away!  
EVOi.net IN RECTANGULAR ROOMS  
mate location of the Measurement Microphone (for  
accurate placement details see ‘Placing Measurement  
Microphone for MAIN EVO Loudspeakers’ page11).  
Remember to engage the MONO SUM switch!  
Small Rectangular Room:  
EVOi.net + 1 Main (Mono) EVOi.324  
For the simplest EVO System, EVOi.net is hooked up as  
illustrated below. The inset diagram indicates the approxi-  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
Mono  
Mono  
XLR Signal Cable  
In  
EVOi.324  
Main  
Speaker Placement In Room  
1
Mono  
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
Audio Output  
(from Mixer)  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
Main Mono  
XLR Signal Cable  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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EVOi.net IN RECTANGULAR ROOMS (continued)  
Longer Rectangular Room:  
EVOi.net + 1 Main (Mono) EVOi.324 + 1 Delay (Mono) EVOi.324  
In a longer rectangular room, additional coverage may be required. Page 12 of the EVOi.324 Users Guide illustrates a  
typical application. The diagram below illustrates the hook-up required and typical Measurement Microphone placement,  
see details page 12 . The inset diagram also show the order of Measurement Microphone placements when setting Auto EQ  
on MAIN and AUX (Delay), also DELAY SETUP Microphone position. Remember to engage the MONO SUM switch.  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
XLR Signal Cable  
In  
In  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Delay  
EVOi.324  
Main  
2
3
1
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1A  
2 = Auto EQ. Aux Out Setup 3A  
3 = Delay Setup  
Mono  
Audio Output  
(from Mixer)  
Delay Mono  
Main Mono  
XLR Signal Cables  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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EVOi.net IN RECTANGULAR ROOMS  
Smaller/Wider Rectangular Room:  
EVOi.net + 2 Main (Stereo) EVOi.324s  
The hook up diagram below illustrates the most typical EVO Systems configuration. The inset diagram illustrates the  
approximate Measurement Microphone position when performing Auto EQ setup (for accurate placement details see  
‘Placing Measurement Microphone for MAIN EVO Loudspeakers’ page11).  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
R
L
R
L
Out  
XLR Signal Cables  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Main R  
EVOi.324  
Main L  
1
R
L
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
Audio Outputs  
(from Mixer)  
Main R  
Main L  
XLR Signal Cables  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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EVOi.net IN RECTANGULAR ROOMS (continued)  
Longer / Wider Rectangular Room:  
EVOi.net + 2 Main (Stereo) EVOi.324s + 2 Delay (Stereo) EVOi.324s  
In large rooms, an EVO system as illustrated in the inset diagram may be required. EVOi.324s are hooked up to MAIN  
OUT 1&2 and the Delays, AUX OUT 3&4. Stereo is required, so EVOi.324s are positioned as shown (refer to EVOi.324  
Users Guide page 13) and the Measurement Microphone placement and order of positioning is shown.  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
R
L
R
L
R
L
Out  
Out  
XLR Signal Cables  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Main R  
EVOi.324  
Main L  
2
3
1
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
2 = Auto EQ. Aux Out Setup 3&4  
3 = Delay Setup  
R
L
Audio Outputs  
(from Mixer)  
Main R  
Main L  
EVOi.324  
Delay R  
EVOi.324  
Delay L  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
Delay R  
Delay L  
XLR Signal Cables  
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EVOi.net IN RECTANGULAR ROOMS  
Longer / Wider Rectangular Room:  
EVOi.net + 2 Main (Mono Array) EVOi.324s + 2 Delay (Mono Array) EVOi.324s  
Another typical configuration for larger rooms is to configure two mono arrays, as illustrated in the inset diagram.  
EVOi.net is hooked up as shown with both MONO SUM switches engaged.  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
Mono  
Mono  
XLR Signal Cables  
In  
In  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Delay Mono 1  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 1  
2
3
1
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
2 = Auto EQ. Aux Out Setup 3&4  
3 = Delay Setup  
Mono  
Mono  
Audio Outputs  
(from Mixer)  
Delay Mono 1  
Main Mono 1  
EVOi.324  
Delay Mono 2  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 2  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
Delay Mono 2  
Main Mono 2  
XLR Signal Cables  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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EVOi.net IN FAN-SHAPED ROOMS  
Small Fan-Shaped Room:  
EVOi.net + 1 Main (Mono) EVOi.324  
EVOi.net hook up configuration and Measurement Microphone are as illustrated below. The setup is identical to EVOi.net  
in a Small Rectangular Room.  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
Mono  
Mono  
XLR Signal Cable  
In  
Speaker Placement In Room  
1
Mono  
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
Audio Output  
(from Mixer)  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
Main Mono  
XLR Signal Cable  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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EVOi.net IN FAN-SHAPED ROOMS  
Medium Fan-Shaped Room:  
EVOi.net + 2 Main (Mono Array) EVOi.324s  
For a medium size Fan Shaped Room, broader coverage may be required, therefore the EVOi.324s are configured as  
illustrated below (see EVOi.324 Users Guide, Applications page15). Hook up for this system is as illustrated below, also  
approximate position of the Measurement Microphone (see ‘Placing Measurement Microphone for MAIN EVO Loudspeak-  
ers’ page11).  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
Mono  
In  
XLR Signal Cable  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 1  
1
Mono  
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
Audio Output  
(from Mixer)  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
Main Mono 1  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 2  
EVOi.324  
Input  
Main Mono 2  
XLR Signal Cables  
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EVOi.net IN FAN-SHAPED ROOMS (continued)  
Large Fan-Shaped Room:  
EVOi.net + 2 Main (Mono Array) EVOi.324s + 2 Delay (Mono) EVOi.324s  
For a Large Fan Shaped Room, the Main Array is set up and hooked up to EVOi.net as illustrated below. The Delay EVO  
Loudspeakers are positioned as illustrated and hooked up to AUX OUT 3&4, providing additional coverage towards the  
back of the listening area. The approximate positions and placement sequence of the Measurement Microphone are  
illustrated on the inset diagram.  
EVOi.net Rear  
(NOTE: For clarity, power connections are not shown.)  
IMPORTANT: Make sure POWER is off  
before making connections.  
R
L
Out  
In  
XLR Signal Cables  
Speaker Placement In Room  
EVOi.324  
Delay L  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 1  
1
3
2
Approximate measurement microphone placement.  
1 = Auto EQ. Main Out Setup 1&2  
2 = Auto EQ. Aux Out Setup 3&4  
3 = Delay Setup  
R
L
Audio Outputs  
(from Mixer)  
Delay L  
Main Mono 1  
EVOi.324  
Delay R  
EVOi.324  
Main Mono 2  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
Delay R  
Main Mono 2  
XLR Signal Cables  
EVOi.324  
Input  
EVOi.324  
Input  
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A P P E N D I X  
POWER UP OPERATION  
There are two scenarios:  
a) EVO Speakers have been changed/replaced or the  
speakers hook up configuration is different.  
b) EVOi.net has been changed/replaced.  
Because of the difficulty in reliably determining which is  
the appropriate scenario, the same procedure will be used in  
both situations, and will allow the user to go back to the  
alternative data set:  
1. When powered up, the EVOi.net will download the  
data from the speaker and compare the EVO loud-  
speaker data with the EVOi.net stored data. If the data  
in the EVO loudspeakers does not match the data in the  
EVOi.net, the SPEAKER STATUS indicators will  
signify power-up disagreement error. Audio will not be  
allowed to pass at this time.  
2. The EVOi.net will backup the data that came from the  
speakers to preserve it.  
3. The EVOi.net will upload the original stored data into  
the speakers.  
4. If the user is happy with this, any button press will  
clear the error, and unmute the system  
5. To swap the data with the backed-up original speaker  
data, the press MAIN OUT SETUP 1&2, AUX OUT  
3&4, and DELAY SETUP simultaneously to download  
the backed up EVO system data back into the EVO  
loudspeakers. This will back-up the original EVOi.net  
data, which the user can swap back to if required.  
6. As a last resort the user may press the square LIVE  
AFC ON, EQ SELECT, and AEQ ON buttons  
simultaneously and restore the EVOi.324 settings to  
their original factory defaults.  
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T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G  
EVOi.net is used as the interface for the set up and  
operation of EVO Loudspeakers. The following section  
may help in resolving some problems that may occur.  
After the error code is noted, the less serious errors may be  
cleared by pressing any of the rectangular buttons on the  
front panel of EVOi.net.  
1. The front panel is inoperative and does not  
respond to button pressing:  
4. I’m sending signal, but one channel is not  
working?  
Check the LOCKED indicator. If it is illuminated, then  
disengage the LOCKOUT Switch on the rear panel (#14  
page 6).  
Check the configuration of MONO SUM (#15, 16 on page  
6). MONO SUM engaged will allow signal from INPUT A  
to flow to OUTPUTS 1 & 2 and 3 & 4 simultaneously.  
With MONO SUM disengaged, signal from INPUT A will  
flow to OUTPUTS 1 & 3 and signal from INPUT B will  
flow to OUTPUTS 2 & 4.  
2. The CLIP LED’s on the EVOi.net’s INPUT (#1  
page 4) are illuminating:  
The input signal level to EVOi.net is too high. Lower the  
input level to EVOi.net. This is likely to occur if the EVO  
Loudspeakers are not powered up and there is no audible  
way of hearing a ‘clipped’ signal. If this is the case,  
determine the cause of the EVOi.324’s not producing  
sound.  
5. My rear speakers aren’t working.  
Has delay setup been engaged? (Is the DELAY SET LED  
on above DELAY SETUP button)?  
3. The SPEAKER STATUS indicators are flashing:  
If only the RED LED is flashing occasionally, it indicates  
that the electronics in the EVOi.324 connected to that  
OUTPUT has detected a signal level that engages the built-  
in limiting circuitry. Lowering the signal level will resolve  
this WARNING.  
In a delay setup, typically the rear speakers are lowered to a  
level (6-10dB) and delayed (approximately 15ms behind  
any signal arriving from the main speakers) that allows  
them to effectively disappear, forcing the localization of the  
image to the front pair. Use the test function (if enabled) to  
determine presence of all 4 speakers.  
SPEAKER STATUS Error codes  
6. Anti Feedback is on, yet my system is still  
feeding back.  
Error codes are flashed as a sequence of two digits. After  
the first digit, there is a short gap and after the second digit,  
there is a longer (1 second) gap. Errors are prioritized, so if  
a speaker has more than one error condition, the most  
important error will be shown until it is cleared, at which  
point the second error will be shown. Pressing any button  
when an error code is being displayed will clear the highest  
priority error.  
Has setup routine been used?  
Have all filters been used? While the anti-feedback circuit  
has been carefully designed to minimize the impact of  
feedback, there will still be a point beyond which the  
system is so feedback prone that further increase in gain  
will result in additional feedback. A point is eventually  
reached where so many feedback frequencies must be  
removed, that it either requires an enormous number of  
filters, or it requires lowering gain to keep the system  
usable. The gain to the microphone should be lowered to  
prevent the creation of feedback.  
An error/status code is being reported when the green  
(OKAY) LEDs begin flashing. Take note of the green  
LED’s flashing code and its most likely cause using the  
chart on page 27.  
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Error Codes  
1st Flash 2nd Flash  
Digit  
2
Digit  
1
Meaning  
Speaker Over Current. (Short Circuit on amplifier output). Contact Authorized Service  
Representative.  
2
2
2
2
2
3
4
5
Speaker Over Temperature. (Heatsink temperature too hot). Reduce level to allow speaker to  
cool. Contact Authorized Service Representative if problem persists.  
Speaker Under Current. (Open circuit on amplifier output). Contact Authorized Service  
Representative.  
Speaker Supply Voltage Error (either 3.3V or +/-15V). Contact Authorized Service Represen-  
tative.  
Speaker in Boot Loader Mode. Contact Authorized Service Representative  
3
3
1
2
Error communicating with Speaker. Check connections between EVOi.net and EVOi.324.  
Loudspeaker gone off-line during a set up operation. Check connections between EVOi.net  
and EVOi.324, and power connections to EVOi.324.  
3
3
Speaker Data Corruption. (Parameter Settings in Error). An error has occurred that resulted in  
an invalid parameter set. EVOi.net will attempt to update after error is cleared. If error  
persists, contact Authorized Service Representative.  
3
3
3
3
4
5
6
7
Power-up data disagreement. Usually caused by connecting a different EVOi.324 to a  
EVOi.net output. (See Appendix, Power Up Operation page 25).  
Backup data has been restored. If primary parameters are corrupted, a backup set is substituted  
output. (See Appendix, Power Up Operation page 25).  
Default data restored. User restored defaults by pressing 3 large keys on front panel output.  
(see Appendix, Power Up Operation page 25).  
Speaker Muted by user. Feature for future development.  
4
4
1
2
Speaker DSP Failure. (No response from DSP ). Contact Authorized Service Representative.  
Measure Microphone signal not present (shows on all channels). The EVOi.net Measurement  
Microphone was not connected, or the cable is defective.  
4
4
3
4
Measurement Level Error. (Input too quiet during Auto EQ/Delay setup.) The chosen location  
is too far away from the loudspeaker for an accurate determination of the system response.  
Move the microphone forward and try again. For accurate results, the microphone should  
typically see a level of 85dB +/- 2dB. (This limits distance to speaker for Auto EQ to about  
17m (or 56 feet) in a non-reverberant room). It should be noted that background noise level  
will alter this threshold slightly.  
Auto measure polarity reversal. The cable between the EVOi.net Measurement Microphone is  
incorrectly wired (polarity reverse in the cable). Replace or repair cable and try again. Also,  
this may occur if the Measurement Microphone is placed behind the loudspeaker cabinet or is  
too close to a large wall. Reposition the Microphone. Clear the error and try again.  
Speaker Impulse Response in Error (during AEQ/Delay setup). The microphone is placed in a  
poor location that is not accurately receiving the speaker signal. Move the Microphone.  
Auto measure Delay too long (after AEQ/Delay setup). The system has measured a delay that  
exceeds its ability to adjust the internal delay.  
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T E C H N I C A L  
D A T A  
E V O i .net S p e c i f i c a t i o n s  
Inputs:  
2 channels, Max. level +20dB (7.5Vrms), 8k Ohms impedance, Electroni-  
cally Balanced, XLR connectors, pin 2+  
1 Dedicated JBL Measurement Microphone, XLR  
Outputs:  
4 Channels, Dedicated EVO Intelligent Speaker outputs, Electronically  
Balanced, XLR connectors, pin 2+  
Outputs 1 & 2 dedicated Main System outputs with Mono Sum capability  
Outputs 3 & 4 dedicated Auxiliary System Outputs, with “Delay Set”  
option and Mono Sum capability  
Signal–to–Noise Ratio:  
THD:  
>110dB, 22Hz – 22kHz  
<0.01%, 20Hz – 20kHz @+10dBu  
Front Panel Controls:  
Auto EQ Setting, Delay Setting, Test Function, User EQ Select, User Anti  
Feedback Control  
Front Panel Indicators:  
Input signal monitoring, Speaker Status Self Diagnostics, System Locked,  
Power On  
Rear Panel Controls:  
Other Connectors:  
Frequency Response:  
Power Requirements:  
Measurement Mic:  
Mic. Signal Cable:  
Outputs 1 & 2 Mono Sum, outputs 3 & 4 Mono Sum, System Lock switch  
RS232 front panel, 2 x RJ45 rear panel  
20Hz - 20kHz <+/-0.5dB  
100-240 Volts 50/60Hz +/-10%  
Dedicated EVO, electret type microphone with clip and hard storage case  
30.5m (100ft) XLR Signal Cable  
Dimensions:  
Weight 19” Rack Mount:  
19” Rack Mount (1 Unit) 1 3/4” H x 19” W x 6 3/4” (171mm) D  
2.6Kg (5.7lbs)  
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W A R R A N T Y  
JBL Limited Warranty  
unit to the factory for repair. Either way, you’ll need to  
present the original bill of sale to establish the date of  
purchase. Please do not ship your JBL product to the  
factory without prior authorization. If transportation of your  
JBL product presents any unusual difficulties, please advise  
us and we may make special arrangements with you.  
Otherwise, you are responsible for transporting your  
product for repair or arranging for its transportation and for  
payment of any initial shipping charges. However, we will  
pay the return shipping charges if repairs are covered by the  
warranty.  
The JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker  
products (except for enclosures) remains in effect for five  
years from the date of the first consumer purchase. JBL  
amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date of  
original purchase. Enclosures and all other JBL products  
are warranted for two years from the date of original  
purchase.  
Who Is Protected by This Warranty?  
Your JBL Warranty protects the original owner and all  
subsequent owners so long as: A.) Your JBL product has  
been purchased in the Continental United States, Hawaii or  
Alaska. (This Warranty does not apply to JBL products  
purchased elsewhere except for purchases by military  
outlets. Other purchasers should contact the local JBL  
distributor for warranty information.); and B.) The original  
dated bill of sale is presented whenever warranty service is  
required.  
Limitation of Implied Warranties  
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRAN-  
TIES OF MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURA-  
TION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY.  
EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES  
JBLS LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT, AT OUR OPTION, OF ANY DEFEC-  
TIVE PRODUCT AND SHALL NOT INCLUDE INCI-  
DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY  
KIND. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS  
ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS  
AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO  
THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY  
NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU  
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO  
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE  
TO STATE.  
What is Covered by the JBL Warranty?  
Except as specified below, your JBL Warranty covers all  
defects in material and workmanship. The following are not  
covered: Damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse,  
product modification or neglect; damage occurring during  
shipment; damage resulting from failure to follow instruc-  
tions contained in your Instruction Manual; damage  
resulting from the performance of repairs by someone not  
authorized by JBL; claims based upon any misrepresenta-  
tions by the seller; any JBL product on which the serial  
number has been defaced, modified or removed.  
Who Pays for What?  
JBL Professional Contact Information  
Mailing Address  
JBL Professional  
8500 Balboa Blvd.  
Northridge California 91329  
JBL will pay all labor and material expenses for all repairs  
covered by this warranty. Please be sure to save the original  
shipping cartons because a charge will be made if replace-  
ment cartons are requested. Payment of shipping charges is  
discussed in the next section of this warranty.  
Customer Service  
Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Coast  
Time  
How to Obtain Warranty Performance  
If your JBL product ever needs service, write or telephone  
us at JBL Incorporated (Attn: Customer Service Depart-  
ment), 8500 Balboa Boulevard, PO. Box 2200, Northridge,  
California 91329 (818/893-8411). We may direct you to an  
authorized JBL Service Agency or ask you to send your  
In the U.S.A. (800) 8JBLPRO (800.852.5776)  
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I N DEX  
AC Operation  
Fuse . . . . 6  
MONO SUM . . . . 7, 17, 18  
Outputs . . . . 5  
Power Connector . . . . 6  
Main Outputs . . . . 6  
Anti Feedback Control . . . . 4, 15-16,  
Clearing Anti Feedback Control . . . . 16  
Fixed Anti Feedback Control . . . . 4, 15-16  
Live Anti Feedback Control . . . . 4, 15-16  
Appendix . . . . 25  
Auxiliary Outputs . . . . 6  
Package Contents . . . . 2  
Power Connector . . . . 6  
Power Indicator . . . . 5  
Power Up Operation . . . . 25  
Problems . . . . 26  
Applications . . . . 17-24  
Rectangular Rooms . . . . 17-21  
Fan Shaped Rooms . . . . 22-24  
Audio Connections . . . . 7  
Auto EQ Setting . . . . 5, 11-13  
Clearing . . . . 12  
For MAIN Speakers . . . . 12, 17-24  
For AUX Speakers . . . . 13, 18, 20, 21, 24  
Connecting to EVOi.324 speakers . . . . 7  
Delay Setting . . . . .5, 14, 18, 20, 21, 24  
Clear Delay Setting . . . . 14  
Design Overview . . . . 3  
Rear Panel. . . . 6  
Rectangular Rooms . . . . 17-21  
RS232 Connector . . . . 5  
Safety Information . . . . 1  
Settings Button . . . . 4  
Speaker Status Indicators . . . . 4, 9  
Specifications . . . . 28  
Starting Up . . . . 7-14  
System EQ . . . . 4, 15  
Technical Data . . . . 28  
TEST Button . . . . 5, 10  
Testing the System . . . . 10  
Troubleshooting . . . . 26  
Warning LEDs . . . . 4  
Warranty . . . . 29  
EQ Select Button . . . . 4, 15  
Error Codes . . . . 27  
EVOi.324 Speakers . . . . 6, 7  
Factory Settings . . . . 9  
Fan Shaped Rooms . . . . 22-24  
Features . . . . 4  
XLR Inputs . . . . 6  
XLR Outputs . . . . 6  
EVOi.net Front Panel. . . . 4-5  
EVOi.net Rear Panel. . . . 6  
Front Panel. . . . 4-5  
Fuse . . . . 6  
FILTERS FREE LED . . . . 4, 15  
Initial Settings . . . . 9  
Input Signal Indicators . . . . 4  
Inputs . . . . 6  
Interface Connectors . . . . 6  
Introduction . . . . 2  
LINK IN, LINK OUT Connectors . . . . 6  
Lockout Switch . . . . 4, 6, 10, 14  
Measurement Microphone  
Care . . . . 8  
Connecting . . . . 8  
Input . . . . 6  
Placement . . . . 11, 13, 14, 17-24  
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JBL Professional • 8500 Balboa Boulevard • Northridge, CA 91329  
Part # 337540-001  
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