Studiophile BX5a Deluxe

User Guide

English

Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Studiophile Series BX5a Deluxe bi-amplified studio near-field monitor speakers. M-Audio is well known for digital audio interface technology, digital converters, audio preamps and mixers. Now, after extensive research and development, M-Audio is proud to present the Studiophile BX5a Deluxe. The BX5a Deluxe was designed and tested by veteran audio engineers to meet your needs in a studio monitoring environment. It is focused on the functional goal of delivering pure, original sound without any additional coloration. The BX5a Deluxe monitor is self-powered, directly accepting a line-level signal from a variety of sources. The Studiophile BX5a Deluxe is designed to overcome all the limitations of conventional studio reference monitors within the digital audio environment. This system delivers a wide-range frequency response by employing two extraordinary drivers and unique crossover technology licensed by M-Audio. It boasts a stable and balanced low-mid frequency response along with a defined midand high-frequency response as well. Both drivers are magnetically shielded for desktop music production. For pro engineers at commercial studios to home studio owners, the Studiophile BX5a Deluxe sets a new affordable standard in studio monitoring.

Whats in the Box?

Your Studiophile BX5a Deluxe box contains:
Two BX5a Deluxe speakers Two detachable AC power cords This manual
Studiophile BX5a Deluxe Features

1. Woofer

The woofer unit is 5 inches in diameter with a magnetically shielded Kevlar cone, high-temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround. It is designed to deliver balanced mid and low-frequency response. M-Audios new BX5a Deluxe employs Kevlar for low-frequency driver construction. The same material used in bullet-proof vests, Kevlars high resilience makes it ideal for use in speaker conesalthough it is typically reserved for monitors with higher price tags than the BX5a Deluxe. Needless to say, Kevlar represents a significant improvement over the polypropylene and paper used in most monitors at this price.

2. Tweeter

By employing a specially developed 1-inch silk dome with magnetic shielding, the tweeter can deliver distortion-free original sound and offer an extremely natural response. Its design minimizes reaction time by using a specially shaped silk dome for excellent delivery, and also minimizes resonance by adapting a unique internal damping technology.

3. Sub-Frequency Port

The air vent hole in the rear panel is called a Sub-Frequency Vent Port and is designed to allow the discharge of extremely low frequencies occurring below 60Hz.

4. Enclosure

Like the other components, the BX5as enclosure has an important role in shaping the overall sonic response. In order to provide more stable performance, the BX5as enclosure employs a special high acoustic efficiency MDF and unique interior reinforcement designed to absorb vibration and impact generated under extreme conditions. The custom design on the front panel will aid in diffraction and will benefit stereo imaging.
5. Network and Power Amplifiers
The active crossover network and power amplifiers for the BX5a Deluxe are specially designed for its woofer and tweeter. The network properly distributes low, mid, and high frequencies to the driver components in order to reduce distortion and loss of sound, thus achieving a naturally balanced sound. In order to generate powerful, ultra-crisp sound, there are two separate power amplifiers inside the BX5a Deluxe for driving the woofer and tweeter separately in a high-end bi-amp structure. The power delivered to the woofer driver at a low-rated distortion is 40W, and 30W is also delivered to the tweeter.
Front and Rear Panel Features

Rear Panel Features

1. LR INPUT: This jack accepts XLR input connections with either balanced or unbalanced X wiring. The input wiring of an XLR connector should be as follows: <XLR PIN 1. signal ground (shield) <XLR PIN 2. signal positive (+) <XLR PIN 3. signal negative ()
2. TRS INPUT: This jack accepts 1/4 connections with either balanced or unbalanced wiring. For balanced wiring, a three-conductor TRS plug is necessary. The input wiring of a TRS connector should be as follows: 2 <TRS TIP. signal positive (+) <TRS RING. signal negative () <TRS SLEEVE. signal ground (shield)
Unbalanced 1/4 wiring can be done with either a two- or three-conductor (TS or TRS) plug. A twoconductor (TS) plug automatically grounds the signal negative input, whereas a threeconductor (TRS) plug, wired unbalanced, provides the option of leaving the negative input open or grounded. We recommend that you ground the unused negative input (this can be done by wiring the ring and sleeve of the TRS plug together). The TRS input is summed through a balanced input amplifier with the XLR input, allowing both inputs to be used simultaneously. Input specifications apply to both. 3. PRODUCT SPECIFICATION: This label contains the model and specification information. 4. SUB-FREQUENCY VENT PORT: This port aids in reproduction of very low frequencies by discharging frequencies below 60Hz. 5. VOLUME CONTROL: Use the volume control to set the output sound pressure from the BX5a Deluxe to proper levels as required. 6. OWER RECEPTACLE: Accepts a detachable 3-circuit line cord in order to power the P monitor. 7. FUSE HOLDER: Holds the external main fuse. 8. OLTAGE-SELECT SWITCH: Provides two selections, 115V AC and 230V AC, and should V be set to match the house supply (receptacle) voltage of the country or location in which the speaker is used. The 115V setting is correct for the USA, while the 230V setting is correct for most of the UK and Europe. 9. POWER SWITCH: This switch turns the monitor on and off.

Front Panel Features

The front panel houses the Power LED, which indicates whether the speakers (amplifier) power is on or off.

Power LED

HF Driver (Tweeter)

LF Driver (Woofer)

6.5 (176 mm)

8.75 (200 mm)

9.87 (250 mm)

Installation

For optimal performance of the BX5a Deluxe, please read the following thoroughly and carefully prior to installation.

Precautions

Handling: Please do not touch the speaker cones. The BX5a set is packaged in the box tightly, so your attention is required when taking the monitors out of the box. To avoid possible damage to the speaker units, hold both sides of the monitor in order to pull it out of the box. The speaker cones should not be touched in order to avoid damage even after they are out of the box. Correct Power Operation: Since the BX5a Deluxe contains its own amplifier, it must be connected to a power outlet using the detachable AC cable provided. Before connecting power, please make sure that the Voltage-Select Switch located on the speakers rear panel is set to the appropriate position, as described in the rear-panel features list appearing earlier in this manual. WARNING! - Use of improper Voltage-Select Switch combinations may result in hazardous conditions and/or damage to speaker components not covered by speaker warranty. Connections: You can connect either an XLR balanced cable or TRS balanced/unbalanced cable from the input of each BX5a to your corresponding preamp, computer or game console outputs. We recommend that you use high-quality balanced or unbalanced cables for input connections. Also, ALWAYS turn off the power of the BX5a and turn the volume of the BX5a Deluxe down to a minimum before making the necessary connections.

XLR Balanced Connection

Assure that the power switch of the BX5a is turned off and that the volume control of the BX5a is turned down to a minimum. Connect the male end of an XLR balanced cable to the balanced input of the BX5a (refer to the following diagram for balanced connection).

TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Connection
Assure that the power switch of the BX5a is turned to off and that the volume control of the BX5a is turned down to a minimum. Connect the male end of a TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the TRS input of the BX5a Deluxe (refer to the following diagram for TRS connection).

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Connecting to Preamp or Computer Outputs
Before connecting, make sure the output devices power has been turned off. Plug the XLR balanced, TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cable to the corresponding output connectors of a preamplifier, computer or game console.

Placing the BX5a Deluxe

Placing the speakers is one of the most important procedures in order to monitor sound accurately. To monitor with the BX5as performing to their maximum capability, an appropriate listening environment and correct placement are required. Please refer to the following for correct BX5a placement. 1. The two units and the listener should basically align to form a regular triangle. Refer to the following diagram. 2. osition the monitors so that the top of the woofers are level with your ears in a normal listening P environment. Refer to the following diagram. 3. lace the BX5as vertically with the woofer on the bottom. Placing the BX5as horizontally is P not recommended.
Remarks: DO NOT place any obstacles that may block the flow of air in front or between the monitors. Also remove reflective materials such as glass, mirrors or metal from the monitoring environment. PLACE THOSE MATERIALS AWAY FROM THE PATH OF THE SOUND FROM THE BX5as.

Warranty

Warranty Terms
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Appendix A - Technical Specifications
Type: LF Driver: HF Driver: Frequency Response: Crossover Frequency: LF Amplifier Power: HF Amplifier Power: S/N Ratio: Input Connectors: Polarity: Input Impedance: Input Sensitivity: Protection: Indicator: Power Requirements: Cabinet: Dimension: Weight: 2-way near-field studio reference monitors 5-inch Kevlar curved cone with high temperature voice coil and damped rubber surround. Magnetically shielded. 1-inch magnetically shielded natural silk dome 56Hz - 22kHz 3kHz 40W 30W > 100dB typical A-weighted 1 x XLR balanced input connector 1 x TRS balanced/unbalanced input connector positive signal at + input produce outward LF cone displacement 20k ohms balanced,10k ohms unbalanced 85mV pink noise input produces 90dBA output SPL at one meter with volume control at maximum RF interference, output current limiting, over temperature, turn-on/off transient, subsonic filter, external mains fuse. power on/off indicator on rear panel factory programmed for either 115V ~50/60Hz, 230V~50/60Hz or 100V~50/60Hz vinyl-laminated high acoustic efficiency MDF 250 mm (H) x 176 mm (W) x 200 mm (D) 5.0 kg/unit (without packing)

* Above specifications subject to change without notice
WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Tested to comply with FCC standards

FOR HOME OR STUDIO USE

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