Ampeg PF-115HE Portaflex Speaker Cabinets Owner’s Manual

Ampeg PF-115HE Portaflex Speaker Cabinets

Product Information

Specifications:

• Inputs/Outputs: Dual 1/4 Parallel Jacks
• Size (H x W x D): PF-115HE: 23 in x 21 in x 14.3 in, PF-210HE: 23 in x 21 in x 14.3 in
• Weight: PF-115HE: 44.8 lb, PF-210HE: 47.6 lb
• Power Handling: 450W RMS, 900W Peak
• Impedance: 8 OHMS
• Frequency Response: PF-115HE: 35 Hz, PF-210HE: 38 Hz
• SPL: PF-115HE: 99.5 dB SPL 1W/1m, PF-210HE: 99.6 dB SPL 1W/1m
• Components: PF-115HE: 1 x 15 Eminence Speaker, PF-210HE: 2 x 10 Eminence Speakers, HF Horn with a 3-position Switch

Product Usage Instructions

• Features:
  Your Ampeg Portaflex cabinet is designed to work seamlessly with the Ampeg PF-350 or PF-500 amplifier. It is built with high-quality components and tested to meet specifications.

• Cleaning Instructions:
  The cabinet is covered with a durable, fabric-backed vinyl material. Clean it with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not spray cleaning agents onto the cabinet or use abrasive cleansers that could damage the finish.

• Usage Tips:
  For optimal performance, make sure to read the Owner’s Manual and Important Safety Instructions before use. Connect your amplifier to the cabinet using the provided speaker cable for best results.

FAQ

Q: Can I use the Portaflex cabinet with other amplifiers?

A: While it is designed to work best with the Ampeg PF-350 or PF-500 amplifiers, you can use the Portaflex cabinet with other compatible amplifiers as well. Just ensure that the impedance and power requirements match.

Q: How do I adjust the high-frequency attenuator?

A: The high-frequency attenuator can be adjusted on the rear panel connector plate of the cabinet. Refer to the Owner's Manual for detailed instructions on adjusting this feature.

Q: How should I position the cabinet for optimal sound?

A: Experiment with different placement options to find the best sound for your setup. Generally, placing the cabinet at ear level and away from walls can help achieve a balanced sound.

What’s in the Box

PF-115HE or PF-210HE Speaker Cabinet, Speaker Cable, Quick Start Guide.

Introduction

• Portable. Powerful. Sexy. Ampeg designed and built the original Portaflex® Series products over 50 years ago. Congratulations are in order—for today, in your hands, is the new-and-improved Portaflex!
• Featuring a high-frequency horn with a 3-position switch, four removable casters, a stylish top handle, and a black, diamond pattern tolex, this Eminence® speaker loaded cabinets can handle up to 450W of power!
• Don’t stop now! Your Portaflex cabinet is an ideal companion to the Ampeg PF-350 or Ampeg PF-500 amplifier, available separately.
• Like all Ampeg products, your Portaflex cabinet is designed by musicians and built using only the best of components. Each cabinet is tested to confirm that it meets our specifications, and we believe that this cabinet is the absolute best that it can be.
• To get the most out of your new cabinet, please fully read this Owner’s Manual, as well as the Important Safety Instructions packed with your product before you begin playing.

And thank you for choosing Ampeg.

Features

• Designed to stack with a Portaflex amplifier (available separately)
• Aligned screw holes and clasps allow secure stacking of a Portaflex amplifier
• Loaded with Eminence speaker(s) for high-quality sound
• Equipped with a high-frequency horn and a 3-position switch
• Two paralleled 1/4″ TS Input and Output jacks
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ω
• Power handling: 450W RMS
• Four removable casters
• Stylish top handle and black, diamond pattern tolex
• Flip-top functionality allows for compact and secure transport of cabinet and Portaflex head (available separately)

Rear Panel Connector Plate

1. 1/4″ TS Full Range Input/Output Jacks: The jack plate features two 1/4″ jacks wired in parallel, allowing easy daisy-chaining from one speaker to another. Each of the jacks may be used as an input or a through connection.
   • Connect the Speaker Output of your amplifier to the cabinet’s Input jack using a good quality (non-shielded) speaker cable (included). Never use (shielded) instrument cables to connect speakers to an amplifier.
   • You can utilize the unused jack as an output/through jack to connect a second 8 Ω speaker cabinet in parallel. This will present a total load of 4 Ω to the amplifier.
2. High-Frequency Horn Level Switch: The 3-position HF Horn switch allows for:
   • Full high-frequency output (0 setting)
   • High frequencies reduced by 6 dB (–6 setting)
   • Horn shutoff (offsetting)

System Block Diagrams

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Response (+/–3 dB)
  • PF-115HE: 50 Hz–17 kHz
  • PF-210HE: 53 Hz–17 kHz
• Usable Low Frequency (–10 dB)
  • PF-115HE: 35 Hz
  • PF-210HE: 38 Hz
• Impedance 8 Ω
• Power Rating
• 450W RMS, 900W Peak
• Sensitivity
  • PF-115HE: 99.5 dB SPL 1W/1m
  • PF-210HE: 99.6 dB SPL 1W/1m
• Maximum SPL
  • PF-115HE: 125.5 dB
  • PF-210HE: 125.6 dB
• Cabinet Construction Poplar plywood
• Speaker Specs
  • PF-115HE: 1 x 15″ Eminence Speaker
  • PF-210HE: 2 x 10″ Eminence Speakers
  • PF-115HE and PF-210HE: 1 HF Horn with a 3-position Switch
• Inputs/Outputs Dual 1/4″ Parallel Jacks
• Size (H x W x D) 23 in/584 mm x 21 in/533 mm x 14.3 in/363 mm (from handle to foot)
• Weight (approximate)
  • PF-115HE: 44.8 lb/20.3 kg
  • PF-210HE: 47.6 lb/21.6 kg

The cabinet is covered with a durable, fabric-backed vinyl material. Clean with a dry, lint-free cloth. Never spray cleaning agents onto the cabinet. Avoid abrasive cleansers which would damage the finish. Ampeg continually develops new products and improves upon existing ones. For this reason, the specifications and information in this manual are subject to change without notice.

Warranty and Support

Visit WWW.AMPEG.COM to…

1. Identify warranty coverage provided in your local market. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.
2. REGISTER your product.
3. CONTACT Technical Support, or call 818-575-3600.

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26580 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302-1921 USA Rev. A

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References

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