American Audio Speaker CPX 10A User Manual

CPX Speakers
Professional Powered Two-Way 
Loudspeakers
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CPX Speakers                                                    Contents
CPX Speakers                                                   Unpacking
CPX Speakers                                                Introduction
Every CPX Speakers has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating co\
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tion. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occur\
red during shipping. If...

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ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
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CPX Speakers                                              Safety Precautions
CPX  Speakers  loudspeaker  can  easily  reproduce  sound  pressure  levels  (SPL)  sufficient  enough  to 
cause sever and permanent hearing damage. A great degree of care should be taken to protect your 
ears to prolong exposure to SPL in excess of 85dB.
• For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children.
•  Be sure all power is...

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CPX Speakers                                                         Registration
CPX Speakers                                                     Main Features
CPX 8A:
•  8-Inch Woofer
•  200W Built-In Bi-Amplifier
•  XLR Mic Input
•  XLR & RCA Line Inputs
•  XLR & TRS Line Outputs
•  Treble & Bass EQ +/-12dB 
•  Built-In Pole Mount Socket
•  Built-in Heavy Duty Carrying Handles
•  Attached heavy Duty Rubber...

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CPX Speakers                                        Controls and Features
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CPX Speakers                                               Controls and Features
Rear Panel:
1. LINE LEVEL INPUT VOLUME – This knob is used to regulate the output signal of the line level 
source connected to the Line Level Input Jack (5). 
2.  OUTPUT VOLUME - This knob is used to regulate the output volume. Turning the knob in a clock-
wise direction will increase the volume level.
3. TREBLE CONTROL – This knob...

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CPX Speakers                                      Typical Speaker Set-Up
Typical Speakers Output Set-Up
XLR Balanced Cables    

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CPX Speakers                                            Looping Speakers
CPX Speakers Looping
To Next CPX Speakers (If Applicable)
From Mixer    

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CPX Speakers                                                            Mounting Options
Pole Mounting – The CPX Speakers also include a pole mount option. 
The pole mount socket located on the bottom of the speaker may be 
used to secure the speaker to a speaker tri-pod, such as the American 
Audio® SPS-1B as illustrated on the left. Always be sure to follow the 
guidelines listed below when pole mounting your...