EAW FR153e - User Manual

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EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. • PUB# FR153e 999008 (A)/2p/3/14/97 • Printed In USA
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FR153e
DESCRIPTION
A 3-way full range system (passive LF/MF/HF crossover) in a
vented rectangular enclosure. Includes a 15-in woofer, a 7-
in midrange cone and a 1-in exit compression driver on a
Wave Guide Plate™.
APPLICATIONS
The FR153e provides high output full range response in a
versatile, compact system. True 3-way design dramatically
improves the quality of vocal reproduction. Effective for both
permanent and portable applications, it comes with handles,
a pole mount cup and 3/8"-16 threaded mounting/suspen-
sion points. Six Year Warranty.
Application include:
Band PA
Ballroom Events
Corporate Events
Small HOW’s
Dance CLubs
Live Music Clubs
DESCRIPTIVE DATA
Part Number 999008
Product Group I
LF Subsystem & Loading 1x 15-in, Vented
MF Subsystem & Loading 1x 7-in Cone in Sealed
Subenclosure
HF Subsystem & Loading 1x 1-in Exit Compression Driver on
Wave Guide Plate™
System Configuration 3-way, Full Range
Powering Configuration(s) Passive LF/MF/HF Crossover
Controls (switches, knobs) Midrange Presence Control
Recommended High-Pass
Frequency (24 dB/Octave) 30Hz
Cabinet Type (shape) Rectangular
Enclosure Materials Baltic Birch Plywood
Finish Black catalyzed polyurethane
Connectors 2x Neutrik NL4 Speakon
Suspension Hardware (3) 3/8”-16 threaded mounting/
suspension points (2 top, 1 back)
plus stand mount cup
Grill Vinyl coated perforated steel
NOMINAL DATA
Frequency Response (Hz)
±3 db 48Hz to 18kHz
-10 dB 35Hz
Axial Sensitivity (dB SPL/1 Watt/1m)
98
Impedance (Ohms)
8
Power Handling (Watts)
AES Standard 375
Calculated Maximum Output (dB SPL, @ 1m)
Peak 129.7
Long Term 123.7
Nominal Coverage Angle / -6 dB points (degrees)
Conical 100
Dimensions inches millimeters
Height 25.50 648
Width 19.75 502
Depth 19.00 483
Weights pounds kilograms
Net Weight 88 40.0
Shipping Weight 101 46.0

Summary

Product Description and Applications

Product Description

A 3-way full range system in a vented rectangular enclosure featuring a 15-in woofer, 7-in midrange cone, and 1-in exit compression driver.

Applications

Suitable for high output full range response in versatile, compact systems for permanent or portable use. Includes handles, pole mount cup, and suspension points.

Technical Specifications

Descriptive Data

Details product part number, group, subsystem loading, system configuration, powering, controls, frequency response, cabinet type, materials, finish, connectors, and grill.

Nominal Data

Lists frequency response, axial sensitivity, impedance, power handling (AES), calculated maximum output (peak/long term), nominal coverage angle, dimensions, net weight, and shipping weight.

Dimensional Drawing and Service Items

Dimensional Drawing

Provides detailed measurements for the FR153e speaker system, including front, back, top, and side views with mounting point indications.

Service Items

Lists replacement part numbers for the LF, MF, and HF drivers, and the complete crossover network assembly.

Architectural Specifications

System Configuration Details

Describes the three-way system with specific transducer types, enclosure tuning, passive filter network, and performance criteria like frequency response and SPL.

Enclosure and Construction

Details the rectangular enclosure construction using Baltic birch plywood, finish, input connectors, suspension points, standmount cup, and perforated steel grill.

EAW FR153e Specifications

General

LF Subsystem	15" woofer
Operating Mode	Passive
Nominal Impedance	8 ohms
Frequency Response	45 Hz - 20 kHz
LF Driver	15" woofer
Enclosure Material	Plywood
Configuration	3-way
HF Subsystem	1" compression driver
Type	Full-range loudspeaker
HF Driver	1" compression driver
Connectors	NL4