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CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA HIGH-PERFORMANCE CLUB LOUDSPEAKERS
76-01230B 0604
805
1562
RECEIVING INSPECTION
INSPECT YOUR LOUDSPEAKER FOR DAMAGE which
may have occurred during shipping. If damage is found,
please notify the shipping company & CARVIN.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the
event you have to re-ship your unit, always use the orig-
inal carton and packing material. CARVIN and the ship-
ping company are not liable for any damage caused by
improper packing. SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be
required for warranty service if needed in the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they
may have been shipped separately. Please allow several
days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warran-
ty card for your records. Return the warranty card with
your name and comments to us, or register online at:
USA customers register online at:
www.carvin.com/registration
All other countries register online at:
www.carvinworld.com/registration
1540/1540A
1232
1542/1542A
PM15/PM15A
1588/1588A 1584/1584A
SW1802
SW1801/SW1801A
1230
Superb sound with reliability has been one of Carvin’s trademarks for high
performance loudspeakers. High grade components, lightweight Poplar
plywood with dado construction ensures high performance for many years.
For road worthiness, Carvin uses recessed steel handles, steel corners,
expanded metal steel grilles and duratuff™ covering. Front loaded woofers
and wide dispersion titanium high frequency drivers are used to reproduce
the full audio spectrum with superb clarity.
Carvin’s APS™ Active Powered Speakers are more than just another “power
amp in a cabinet”. Biamp or Triamp models feature time aligned circuitry
and adjustable EQ resulting in a much more efficient system that adds clar-
ity to your sound that our competitors do not offer. Every APS™ loudspeak-
er utilizes Carvin’s DCM power amp technology for continuously rated RMS
power. Carvin’s extensive engineering along with numerous listening tests
have proven our “made in USA” loudspeakers to be superior. Like millions
of users around the world, enjoy using your new loudspeaker.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Parts and labor are covered for 1 year on manufactur-
er’s defects. Warranty does not cover burned out driv-
ers caused by excessive power or distortion, or phys-
ical damage caused by general use, moisture or dust.
CAUTION: Square wave distortion from power amps
can destroy drivers much faster than clean RMS
power. The power generated by the APS internal power
amps has the capacity to damage the drivers, in which
case they would not be covered under warranty.
SERVICE
In the USA, please call 800-235-2235 for a RMA num-
ber (return authorization number). Write this number
on the box and enclose a description of the problem.
Prepay to Carvin 12340 World Trade Drive, SD, CA
92128
Outside the USA, contact your dealer or go to
http://www.carvinworld.com for your nearest service
center. Include a written description of the problem
with serial number and date of purchase.
APS™ POWER AMP SPECS:
1540A 1542A 1584A 1588A SW1801A
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1 dB
THD: Less than 0.1% @ 90% power Less than 0.1% @ 90% power Less than 0.1% @ 90% power Less than 0.1% @ 90% power Less than 0.1% @ 90% power
Total Power : 350 watts RMS 350 watts RMS 425 watts RMS 900 watts RMS 700 watts RMS
Low Frequency: 300 watts @ 8Ω300 watts @ 8Ω300 watts @ 8Ω700 watts @ 4Ω700 watts @ 4Ω
Mid Frequency: N/A N/A 75 watts @ 16Ω120 watts @ 8ΩN/A
High Frequency: 50 watts @ 16Ω50 watts @ 16Ω50 watts @ 16Ω80 watts @ 16ΩN/A
Sensitivity: 1.5VAC for full output-level set at “0” 1.5VAC for full output-level set at “0” 1.5VAC for full output-level set at “0” 1.5VAC for full output-level set at “0” 1.5VAC for full output-level set at “0”
Equalization: High ±6dB @ 10 kHz High ±6dB @ 10 kHz High ±6dB @ 10 kHz High ±6dB @ 10 kHz N/A
Mid ±6dB, sweepable 100 Hz-5 kHz Mid ±6dB, sweepable 100 Hz-5 kHz Mid ±6dB, sweepable 100 Hz-5 kHz Mid ±6dB, sweepable 100 Hz-5 kHz N/A
Low ±6dB @100 Hz Low ±6dB @100 Hz Low ±6dB @ 100 Hz Low ±6dB @ 100 Hz N/A
Active Crossover Filters: 24dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley 24dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley 24dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley 24dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley 24dB / octave 80Hz, 120Hz, or bypass
Input/Through: 1/4" balanced & XLR 1/4" balanced & XLR 1/4" balanced & XLR 1/4" balanced & XLR 1/4" balanced & XLR
Imput Impedance: 22kΩ22kΩ22kΩ22kΩ22kΩ
Common Mode Rejection: 72dB @ 1kHz 72dB @ 1kHz 72dB @ 1kHz 72dB @ 1kHz 72dB @ 1kHz
Overload Protection: Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Power Amp Design: Carvin DCM™ Technology Carvin DCM™ Technology Carvin DCM™ Technology Carvin DCM™ Technology Carvin DCM™ Technology
AC Voltage, VA: 120 or 240 VAC models, 300 VA 120 or 240 VAC models, 300 VA 120 or 240 VAC models, 400 VA 120 or 240 VAC models, 900 VA 120 or 240 VAC models, 900 VA
Idle VA: 20 VA 20 VA 20 VA 25 VA 25 VA
AC Connection: 3 prong connector (grounded) 3 prong connector (grounded) 3 prong connector (grounded) 3 prong connector (grounded) 3 prong connector (grounded)
AC Power Cable: 16 ga. (heavier for long runs) 16 ga. (heavier for long runs) 16 ga. (heavier for long runs) 16 ga. (heavier for long runs) 16 ga. (heavier for long runs)
Weight: 55 lbs. 51 lbs. 81 lbs. 139 lbs. 139 lbs.
24.9 kg 23.1 kg 36.7 kg 63 kg 63 kg
Options: Cover: CVS1540 Cover: CVS1542 Cover: CVS1584 Cover: CVS1588 Cover: CVS1801
Stand: SS20 Stand: SS20
SUBWOOFER SYSTEMS SPECS:
SW1801 SW1802
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 450 Hz ±3 dB 35Hz to 1 kHz±3dB
Useable Low Frequency: 28 Hz (-10 dB) 24 Hz (-10 dB)
Power Handling: 800 watts Continuous 1600 watts Continuous
Recommended Amp: up to 1600 watts up to 3200 watts
Sensitivity: 95 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 97 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter
Nominal Impedance: 4Ω4Ω
Connectors: Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™
Woofer Enclosure Type: Vented Bass Reflex Vented Bass Reflex
Construction: Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood
Dimensions: 24.75"W x 24"D x 34"H 48"W x 24"D x 31"H
63 x 61 x 86 cm 122 x 61 x 79 cm
Net Weight: 93 lbs. 159 lbs.
41.7 Kgs 65.7 Kgs
Options: Cover: CVS1230
Stand: SS20
2-WAY SYSTEMS SPECS:
805 1230 1232 1540 1542 1562
Frequency Response: 85 Hz to 17 kHz ±3 dB 75Hz to 18kHz±3dB 80Hz to 18kHz±3dB 60Hz to 18kHz±3dB 65Hz to 18kHz±3dB 54Hz to 19kHz±3dB
Useable Low Frequency: 72 Hz (-10 dB) 55 Hz (-10 dB) 61 Hz (-10 dB) 49 Hz (-10 dB) 52 Hz (-10 dB) 44 Hz (-10 dB)
Power Handling: 200 watts Continuous 300 watts Continuous 300 watts Continuous 400 watts Continuous 400 watts Continuous 600 watts Continuous
Recommended Amp: up to 400 watts up to 600 watts up to 600 watts up to 800 watts up to 800 watts up to 900 watts
Sensitivity: 98 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 99 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 99 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 100 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 101 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 102 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter
Coverage Angles: 60° Horizontal, 60° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical
Horn Driver Protection: YesYes, relay protection Yes, relay protection Yes, relay protection Yes, relay protection Yes, relay protection
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω8Ω8Ω8Ω8Ω4Ω
Biampable: No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Connectors: Two 1/4" Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™
Woofer Enclosure Type: Vented Bass Reflex Vented Bass Reflex Closed Box Vented Bass Reflex Closed Box Vented Bass Reflex
Construction: Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood
Dimensions: 12.75"W x 11.5"D x 18.5"H 17.5"W x 12"D x 22"H 18"W x 13"D x 22"H 20"W x 14"D x 26"H 20"W x 14"D x 26"H 17"W x 15.25"D x 44.25"H
32.4 x 29 x 47 cm 44.4 x 30.5 x 55.8 cm 45.7 x 33 x 55.8 cm 50.8 x 35.5 x 66 cm 50.8 x 35.5 x 66 cm 43 x 38.7 x 112cm
Net Weight: 24 lbs. 36 lbs. 33 lbs. 51 lbs. 46 lbs. 82 lbs.
9.8 Kgs 16.3 Kgs 15 Kgs 23 Kgs 21 Kgs 15 Kgs
Options: Cover: CV400 Cover: CV1230 Cover: CVS1232 Cover: CVS1540 Cover: CVS1542 Cover: CV1562
Stand: SS20 Stand: SS20
3-WAY SYSTEMS SPECS:
1584 1588
Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 18 kHz ±3 dB 45Hz to 19kHz±3dB
Useable Low Frequency: 38 Hz (-10 dB) 34 Hz (-10 dB)
Power Handling: 400 watts Continuous 800 watts Continuous
Recommended Amp: up to 800 watts up to 1200 watts
Sensitivity: 100 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter 103 dB SPL, 1Watt @ 1meter
Coverage Angles: 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical 90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical
Horn Driver Protection: Yes, relay protection Yes, relay protection
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω4Ω
Biampable: Yes Yes
Connectors: Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™ Two 1/4" & Two Speakon™
Woofer Enclosure Type: Vented Bass Reflex Vented Bass Reflex
Construction: Poplar Plywood Poplar Plywood
Dimensions: 22"W x 15.25"D x 31.5”H 25"W x 19.25"D x 48.5”H
55.8 x 38.7 x 80 cm 63 x 49 x 123 cm
Net Weight: 74 lbs. 124 lbs.
29.4 Kgs 51 Kgs
Options: Cover: CVS1584 Cover: CVS1588
Stand: SS20
60 Hz to 18 kHz ±3 dB
49 Hz (-10 dB)
400w continuous, 800 peak
up to 800 watts
100 dB SPL, 1 Watt @ 1 meter
90° Horizontal, 45° Vertical
Yes
8Ω
Yes
One 1/4", One Speakon™
Vented
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
17.5"W x 14"D x 27"H
44.5 x 35.6 x 68.6 cm
48 Lbs.
21.8 Kgs
Cover: CV15
PM15/PM15A SPECS:
The power generated by the APS internal power amps has the capacity to damage the drivers, in which case they would not be covered under warranty.
Frequency Response:
Useable Low Frequency:
Power Handling:
Recommended Amp:
Sensitivity:
Coverage Angles:
Horn Driver Protection:
Nominal Impedance:
Biampable:
Connectors:
Woofer Enclosure Type:
Construction:
Dimensions:
Net Weight:
Options:
742
Serial No.
MADE
AUS
IN THE
POWER RATING: 400 Watts
PRO SOUND REINFORCEMENT
IMPEDANCE: 8 Ohms
JACKS WIRED
PARALLEL
EXT. SYSTEMINPUT
TWIST-LOK
1+
1– SIGNAL
GROUND
2+
2–NOT USED
NOT USED
Speakon™ & 1/4”
through connectors for
additional speakers
Speakon™ & 1/4” inputs
from power amp output.
REAR CONNECT PLATE
(non-powered speakers) - Use either 1/4” or
Speakon™ cables for connecting to the power amp and daisy chaining to an addi-
tional speaker. For high powered applications, use Speakon™ cables only.
SUGGESTIONS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE
To help control feed-
back, use a graphic equalizer. Keep the speakers in front of the microphone. Never direct
the microphone towards the speaker. For greater coverage, add additional speakers.
Doubling the speakers adds four times the acoustical power which is more advantagious
than increasing power.
SPEAKER CABLES
Use either Carvin’s PH50 speaker cable for up to 50’ or high-
current 12GA Speakon™ cables for lengths up to 150’. 18GA cables are not
recomended. You can DAISY-CHAIN up to one additional speaker per cable by using
the OUTPUT connector. Be sure the total impedance to the amp is not lower than the
amp’s minimum impedance.
TYPICAL LOUDSPEAKER IMPEDANCE CONFIGURATIONS
Individual speaker or speaker cabinet wiring examples for total impedance.
CHANNEL TWO
HIGH
PHASE
MID
PHASE
LOW
PHASE
XC3000
Electronic Crossover
1-800-854-2235
www.carvin.com
INTERNAL FUSE
90-250 VAC
10 VA ~50-60HZ
GND
LIFT
CHANNEL ONE
HIGH
PHASE
MID
PHASE
LOW
PHASE
MONO
[ LOW 1+2 ]
SWITCHABLE
TO MONO
[ LOW 1+2]
PROFESSIONAL STEREO
POWER AMPLIFIER
SERIAL NUMBER
120V~60Hz Slow Blow
FUSE 8AG 700VA
+ ––BRIDGE–– +
––
SPEAKER
2
SPEAKER
1
GND LIFT PARALLEL BRIDGE LIMITERS
CH1
IN
XLR
PIN 1 GND
PIN 2 POS
PIN 3 NEG
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION - TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY
GROUND ON THE POWER CORD - DO NOT REMOVE COVER .
WARNING - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFED PERSONNEL.
PROFESSIONAL STEREO
POWER AMPLIFIER
SERIAL NUMBER
120V~60Hz Slow Blow
FUSE 8AG 700VA
+ ––BRIDGE–– +
––
SPEAKER
2
SPEAKER
1
GND LIFT PARALLEL BRIDGE LIMITERS
CH1
IN
XLR
PIN 1 GND
PIN 2 POS
PIN 3 NEG
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION - TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY
GROUND ON THE POWER CORD - DO NOT REMOVE COVER .
WARNING - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFED PERSONNEL.
Left Input
Left Low Out
Left High Out
Right High Out
Right Low Out
Right Input
STEREO
CROSSOVER
Suggested settings
Low Frequency Amp
High Frequency
TYPICAL STEREO SETUP
PROFESSIONAL STEREO
POWER AMPLIFIER
SERIAL NUMBER
120V~60Hz Slow Blow
FUSE 8AG 700VA
+ ––BRIDGE–– +
––
SPEAKER
2
SPEAKER
1
GND LIFT PARALLEL BRIDGE LIMITERS
CH1
IN
XLR
PIN 1 GND
PIN 2 POS
PIN 3 NEG
CA UTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION - TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY
GROUND ON THE POWER CORD - DO NOT REMOVE COVER .
WARNING - TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFED PERSONNEL.
For (stereo) the PARALLEL
switch must be OFF (OUT).
Ch 1 Left
Ch 2 Right
BRIDGE switch
must be OFF (OUT).
Right Full Range
Left Full Range
Speakon™
Twist-Lok
Housing
Contact
Insert
Cable
Clamp
Securing
Hub
• Connection Configuration:
Black (1+) / positive
White (1-) / negative
Red (2+) / positive
Green (2-) / negative
• Solder wires in contacts or use hex screws provided.
• Slip "Securing Hub" then "Cable Clamp" over cable before attaching wires.
1+
1-
2+
2-
Solder tinned wires 1/4"
Strip cable insulation back 3/4"
Standard 1/4” Phone Plug
Tip-Sleeve Tip
Sleeve
Tip (Positive)
Sleeve (Negative)
STEREO BIAMPING
Left Highs
Right Highs
Left Lows
Right Lows
NON-POWERED MODELS
POWERED MODELS
APS BI-AMPED/TRI-AMPED LOUDSPEAKERS
Carvin’s APS™
Active Powered Speakers are more than just another “power amp in a cabinet”.
With two separate power amps in the 2-way systems and three separate power
amps in the 3-way systems, a more efficient design adds clarity as each amp only
needs to reproduce frequencies for it’s respective driver. Compared to other pow-
ered speakers the APS system will deliver more clarity with greater power.
APS POWER AMPS
APS loudspeakers utilize Carvin’s DCM power amp tech-
nology to supply continuously rated RMS power.
APS TIME ALIGNMENT CIRCUITRY
Due to the physical size and place-
ment of various drivers in a speaker enclosure, the sound of each driver reaches your
ears at different times. This difference is enough to cause a slight phase change. To
alleviate this problem, the APS utilizes time delay circuits to time-align the drivers with
one another.
APS ACTIVE ELECTRONIC CROSSOVERS
An electronic crossover
splits the incoming signal into specific frequency ranges before going to the separate
amps for each driver. For superior frequency control and maximum phase accuracy,
the APS utilizes the design of our XC3000 crossover featuring sharp 4th order
24dB/octave Linkwitz-Riley filters. Perfect crossover points are achieved with appro-
priate frequencies going to each driver. A subsonic filter improves woofer efficiency
by removing extremely low frequencies under 20 Hz that waist power.
1. INPUT/THRU OUTPUT
Use the balanced XLR or 1/4” connectors fea-
tured on the rear control panel. Using a balanced source will reduce noise which may
be picked up by the cable. You may DAISY-CHAIN as many APS systems as you
wish. All connectors are wired in parallel.
2. APS EQUALIZATION
The APS powered loudspeakers offer a by pass-
able 3-band mid sweep equalizer for custom tuning to the acoustical environment.
The EQ system is engineered specifically for the APS, featuring a boost and cut range
of ±6dB to prevent radical adjustments that could otherwise compromise the sound
of the system. The Mid-band sweep is particularly useful for enhancing critical mid
range frequencies for stage monitoring or for cutting certain frequencies to compen-
sate for room resonances. Press the “EQ IN” switch to activate the equalizer. The
BLUE LED displays when the EQ is active.
3. LEVEL CONTROL
The LEVEL control adjusts the output volume of the
APS. Start by setting the LEVEL at “0”. Weak input signals can be boosted by set-
ting the LEVEL at “+6”. Strong signals can be reduced by turning the LEVEL toward
“-12”. The RED LED will flash if the internal power amps start to clip. Turn the LEVEL
control down to avoid clipping. Damage to the drivers can result from operating at
a level where the RED CLIP LED is constantly illuminated.
4. POWER/PROTECT/CLIP INDICATOR
Power up your audio source
first, then turn on the APS with the power switch. When the system is active, the LED
will indicate GREEN. When shutting down turn off the APS first, then turn off the
mixer. If any of the power amps are clipping, the LED will indicate RED and you should
reduce the output level. If the system should go into protect mode, the LED will indi-
cate YELLOW and the power amps will shut off. This may occur if; a) the system is
overheated due to clipping the power amps for an extended period of time, b) one of
the internal drivers developed a short or c) the power amps require service.
5. POWER
Push this switch to the UP position to apply power to the unit. The
POWER LED will light to show the system is on.
6. AC POWER
Use a standard grounded AC cord. Whenever possible, use
dedicated circuits for powered speakers. The powered speakers are available in
either 120V or 240V models.
7. CROSSOVER FREQUENCY SWITCH
The CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
switch selects the crossover point for the APS. The 120Hz out setting is generally
used with small to mid sized speakers in your setup. Almost all 12” and 15” woofers
will benefit from the 120Hz setting. The 80Hz (switch in) setting is generally used
with larger 18” woofers.
ACTIVE POWERED SYSTEMS
APS
3
145 6
DELAY 360µs
DISTANCE
2
APS BI-AMP/TRI-AMP REAR PANEL:
LEVEL
SW1801A
INPUTTHRU OUTPUT
ACTIVE SUBWOOFER SYSTEM
CLIP
RED
PROTECT
YELLOW
POWER
GREEN
FREQUENCY
OUTPUT
CROSSOVER
BYPASS
CROSSOVER 120Hz
80Hz
700W RMS
HI PASS
CAUTION ± TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT DEFEAT THE
SAFETY GROUND ON THE POWER CORD. DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. WARNING ± TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
!
700VA120VAC 60Hz
Serial No.
0
+6-12
AUS
MADE IN THE
20Hz 1 kHz 20 kHz
ATTENUATION dB
Low Frequency Mid Frequency High Frequency
Low
Pass
Filter
Band
Pass
Filter
High
Pass
Filter
1584A 300 Watts 75 Watts 50 Watts
1588A 700 Watts 120 Watts 80 Watts
20Hz 1 kHz 20 kHz
ATTENUATION dB
Low Frequency High Frequency
Low
Pass
Filter
High
Pass
Filter
300 Watts
742A, 832A
50 Watts
1456
APS HOOK-UP
BI-AMP
TRI-AMP
837
SW1801 SUBWOOFER
8. CROSSOVER BYPASS SWITCH
The crossover bypass switch bypasses the
internal active crossover allowing the use of an outboard active crossover.

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