Pyle PLXR3B 3-Way Electronic Audio Crossover Instruction Manual
- October 27, 2023
- Pyle
Table of Contents
Pyle PLXR3B 3-Way Electronic Audio Crossover
SPECIFICATION
- BRAND PYLE
- MODEL NAME PLXR3B
- HI-PASS CROSSOVER (FRONT) 35Hz-400Hz
- HI-PASS CROSSOVER (REAR) 65Hz-4.5 KHz
- LOW-PASS CROSSOVER (REAR) 300Hz-4.8 KHz
- VARIABLE BASS FREQUENCY 40Hz-400Hz
- BOOST LEVEL 0-18dB
- BOOST FREQUENCY 40Hz – 400Hz
- PHASE SHIFT 0 / 180
- SUBSONIC 25Hz
- DISTORTION 05%
- THD AT 1V OUTPUT LEVEL S/N RATIO 110dB
- SEPARATION >60dB
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE 10 HZ~ 50 KHZ
- VOLTAGE 11V-15V
- PRODUCT DIMENSIONS (L X W X H) 4” x 6.3” x 1.5” -inches
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
CONTROL PANEL & POWER FEATURES
DIMENSION
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
3-way Electronic Crossover 2/4/6 Channel Input 6-Channel / 5 Volt RCA Outputs (Front/Rear/Subwoofer) Front/Rear/Subwoofer Lever Control Subwoofer Equalizer and Boost Level Controls Subwoofer Low-Pass Crossover Control 6/4/2 Channel RCA Inputs 6-Channel / 5 Volt RCA Outputs (Front/Rear/Subwoofer) X20 Frequency Multiplier for Front Channel Low-Pass Crossover 12dB per Octave Crossover Slope Parallel Input Switch, Mixed In/Out Switch Remote Subwoofer Level Control Power on LED Indicator
FEATURES
- AUDIO CROSSOVER: This 3 way crossover network with remote subwoofer control features a low pass crossover of 12dB per Octave Crossover Slope and a X20 Frequency Multiplier for Front Channel
- POWER LED INDICATOR: This 3 way cossover network has a power on LED indicator that illuminates when the switching power source is turned on. including a remote subwoofer volume control, a parallel input switch, and a mixed in/out switch
- SUBWOOFER FREQUENCY CONTROL: With the stereo, the X20 Frequency Multiplier for Front Channel provides you total control over your sound. The subwoofer channel between 300 and 4.8 kHz is used to set the low-pass crossover frequency
- 3 WAY ELECTRONIC DIMENSIONS: This crossover network has a dimension of 10.4” x 6.3” x 1.5” -inches with an approximate weight of 2.87 lbs. It also has a Subwoofer Equalizer and Boost Level Controls
- CROSSOVER INCLUDED: This 3 way crossover subwoofer comes with a 4 phillips head screws, remote unit with remote wire and 3A chip fuse adding a boost frequency of 40Hz up to 400 Hz levelling up your subwoofer audio
Note: Products with electrical plugs are designed for use in the US. Outlets and voltage differ internationally and this product may require an adapter or converter for use in your destination. Please check compatibility before purchasing.
Warranty & Support
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FAQs
How does a 3-way Pyle PLXR3B crossover function?****
Low-pass, band-pass, and high-pass filters are combined to generate a 3-way crossover (LPF, BPF and HPF respectively). The BPF portion is created by combining the HPF and LPF sections.
What function does a Pyle PLXR3B crossover serve in an audio setup?****
A crossover serves as a filter, preventing unwanted frequencies from getting to a speaker or group of speakers. This is quite beneficial since it enables us to communicate a specific frequency range to each speaker, enabling the most effective and efficient playback.
Should I use a Pyle PLXR3B crossover with 3-way speakers?****
For a three-way speaker, it is divided between the midrange/high frequency drivers and the low-frequency driver (subwoofer) (tweeter). Because it must send an even signal to the speakers without adding distortion, a correct crossover is crucial.
Impact of Pyle PLXR3B crossover on audio quality?****
Yes. Crossover design is mostly responsible for sound quality. Even the best speaker drivers will generate poor sound if the crossover designs and voicing are poor. A system that blends premium speaker drivers, precisely crafted crossovers, and ideal cabinet geometry and design will always deliver the best sound.
How long do Pyle PLXR3B crossovers for speakers last?****
They can start by using a crossover network or simply a few capacitors. Capacitors can last up to 30 years under ideal conditions before they start to degrade. Heavy use or faulty components may speed up this deterioration, which would reduce the speaker’s capacity to provide high-quality sound.
What advantages does a Pyle PLXR3B crossover offer?****
Because they are built on unibody frames like road vehicles, crossovers often offer a smoother, more comfortable ride, have superior handling, are easier to manoeuvre and park, and tend to stop more quickly than normal SUVs.
Is electricity required for a Pyle PLXR3B crossover?****
Since they need electricity to function, they are referred to as “active” objects. Passive (speaker) crossovers don’t require a power source to function, in contrast to active crossovers. Instead, they act as a filtering device by being placed in between the amplifier and the speakers. Passive crossovers frequently take the form of built-in speakers.
Does the loudness of the Pyle PLXR3B crossover increase?****
All input frequencies’ overall volume are increased as a result. The Level control should be changed to bring REL volume to the same level as the speaker (s). In a REL, a tuneable electrical circuit known as the crossover excludes frequencies that are outside the operating frequency of the sub bass system.
Do Pyle PLXR3B crossovers enhance audio quality?****
There are several advantages to using a speaker crossover in an audio system. The most important and obvious factor is clarity. By separating the bass from the treble and sending those frequencies to three different speaker drivers with skill in those frequencies, more accurate sounds will be produced.
Can a 3-way Pyle PLXR3B crossover be converted to a 2-way?****
Three-way crossovers employ the crossover frequencies for three drivers rather than two. If you wanted to utilise it as a two-way system, you would have to decide between forgoing treble, bass, or midrange; you couldn’t have all three.
Does each speaker require a Pyle PLXR3B crossover?****
Any audio system, including the one in your car, needs a crossover to send sound to the right driver. Accordingly, tweeters, woofers, and subwoofers should receive high, middle, and low frequencies, respectively. Every full- range speaker has a crossover network inside of it.
Impact of Pyle PLXR3B crossover on speakers?****
An ideal crossover has no losses and has no effect on the amount of power sent to the speaker as long as the sine wave is within the range of frequencies that the crossover itself allows through. The resistance of the inductor causes a little amount of power loss in real crossovers.
What makes a speaker a Pyle PLXR3B crossover, and how can you tell?****
If you know the frequency range of your speakers and place the crossover point roughly 10 Hz above the lowest frequency, your speakers can handle cleanly. 80 Hz is the THX standard and the most widely used crossover frequency.
What is the crossover frequency of a Pyle PLXR3B?****
The crossover frequency is the frequency at which sound moves from one speaker to another. The electrical crossover elements in a passive speaker decide where the sound switches from the speaker channels to a subwoofer.
The Pyle PLXR3B crossovers use what kind of capacitors?****
For a crossover network to perform at its optimum, film capacitors with low dielectric absorption and commensurate series resistance are typically used. Film capacitors are the finest choice for audio applications due to their characteristics.
Can distortion be caused by Pyle PLXR3B crossover?****
By changing the motors driving a load, a distortion known as crossover distortion is produced. Although it can occasionally be found in other types of circuits as well, complementary, or “push-pull,” Class-B amplifier stages are where it most usually appears.
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