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Troubleshooting

Problem: If there is no power, check to see if...

• The power cord is plugged into both the IEC socket on the rear panel of the unit and into

the AC mains.

• Check to ensure the Voltage Select Switch for the AC Mains is set to match your location

If the AC mains voltage is higher than the E8B’s selected voltage, it is 
possible that the fuse needs to be replaced. See the information that came with your
monitor for more information.

• The KRK logo is illuminated on the front panel of the E8B. If not, turn the power switch

OFF and check the A/C mains fuse(s). NEVER USE A LARGER AMPERAGE FUSE
THAN IS SPECIFIED! Turn the power to the monitor back on. The power light should 
illuminate.

• If a fuse change was required and, upon powering the monitor back up, the fuse blows

again, please contact KRK technical support.

Problem: If you can’t hear any sound…

• Repeat the steps in the previous troubleshooting section above before continuing to the

next steps.

• Check to see if all other audio devices using the same AC outlet are still operating.
• Make certain that:

• The audio source cable is plugged into both the source output and the monitor input.
• The System Gain pot is turned up fully clockwise (+ 6 dB).
• The signal source (e.g. mixing console, work station, CD player, etc.) is turned up to a

level that can properly send a signal to the monitors.

• If one of the monitors is working, exchange the audio input cable from the nonworking

monitor to the working unit. This will determine whether it's really the monitor, a faulty
cable, or some other glitch in the audio chain.

• If the monitor is still not responding, please contact KRK technical support.

Problem: If the monitor suddenly stops working…

• Turn the monitor send down or off.

• Repeat the steps in the troubleshooting sections above before continuing to the next

steps.

• Carefully check to see if the amplifier's back plate is hot! If the monitor has been running

at its highest power output for an extended period of time, it could be that the unit has
become overheated and the protection circuitry has shut the system down momentarily.
The Exposé provides maximum circuitry protection against AC power surges, amplifier 
overdrive, and overheating of the amplifiers. Turn the monitor off and then wait 30 
minutes to allow the back plate to cool down. Turn the power switch back on.

• Increase the volume to check for normal operation.
• If the monitor is still not responding, please contact KRK technical support using the 

dedicated Expose customer support line created just for Expose customers.  The 
number is 954 316-1KRK (or 954 316-1575).

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Summary of Contents for EXPOSE E8B

Page 1: ...U S E R G U I D E E X P O S É E 8 B B I A M P L I F I E D S T U D I O M O N I T O R ...

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Page 3: ...emanding audio requirements The result is a studio reference monitor that delivers defined low end articulate midrange and precise natural highs delivering unparalleled clarity and accuracy This manual is intended to familiarize you with the many features of your new Exposé monitors and their operation We encourage you to take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with this manual Thank you for ch...

Page 4: ...ack from some of the top engineers and producers KRK engineers have come to understand how a properly tuned monitor can become a valuable recording tool The Expose E8B has been designed to be linear and as ruler flat as is humanly possible so that what you hear represents the true nature of the audio material without coloration or enhancement You can be confident in the fact that your mixes will b...

Page 5: ...netic interference with video monitors IMPORTANT NOTICE These monitors are heavy Please use care in handling them and ensure that the enclosure is placed on a suitable surface capable of supporting the weight NEVER TOUCH THE TWEETER ON YOUR E8B MONITORS AS THIS CAN DAMAGE THE TWEETER MATERIALS BEYOND REPAIR Amplification As a 2 way design loudspeaker the Exposé E8B utilizes two discrete 120 watt R...

Page 6: ... adjustment range is from 30 dB to 6 dB The default setting is 6 dB which should suffice for most applications Normally adjustments would only be made if you are using your monitors in a surround environment and you need to balance levels or if your monitor sends are too hot and not adjustable If an adjustment becomes necessary it is recommended to use measuring equip ment such as a tone or filter...

Page 7: ...ns that your E8B loudspeaker will operate within The loudspeaker will operate at 100V 120V North America 230V and 240V Europe If you operate in a 230V environment please use the 240V setting This switch is tied to the adjacent fuse compartment If you are operating in a 100V or 120V environment please use a fuse rated at 6 amperes For operation in a 230V or 240V environment please use a fuse with a...

Page 8: ...e the low frequencies Generally speaking if you move the monitor two to three feet away from walls and corners you ll hear less low frequency interaction excluding any interaction with the mixing console But when ideal positioning isn t practical low frequency control is the solution As an example let s say you have two different studios in your facility In one room the monitors are close to the w...

Page 9: ...uration the Left and Right monitors are each placed at a 60º angle equidistant from the listening position Mid Field Configuration This configuration is essentially the same as the Close Field setup see Figure 2 The Mid Field configuration is normally used with larger monitors or when the monitors are too large or heavy for the meter bridge as is likely the case with the Exposé E8B This set up has...

Page 10: ...ght Surround rear channels should be placed 110 degrees from the Center channel Their location should also be equidistant from the listening position The subwoofer Low Frequency Effects channel is most effective when situated directly below the Center channel as shown in Figure 4 If this is not possible place the subwoofer just to the right or left side and below the Center channel Ensure that the...

Page 11: ...sound setup adds two speakers to the sides of the mix position and is most similar to the actual surround sound configuration of cinema with the difference being that cinemas commonly add additional side surrounds to compensate for the length of the theater Figure 5 11 ...

Page 12: ...quidistance from the mix position directly to the sides Finally the Left and Right rear surround speakers are placed behind the mix position at equidistance to the mix position The 7 1 channel surround sound environment is one of total immersion and is the best choice for mix environments where sound needs to be detectable side to side along with front to rear Once the monitors have been placed yo...

Page 13: ...ckwise 6 dB The signal source e g mixing console work station CD player etc is turned up to a level that can properly send a signal to the monitors If one of the monitors is working exchange the audio input cable from the nonworking monitor to the working unit This will determine whether it s really the monitor a faulty cable or some other glitch in the audio chain If the monitor is still not resp...

Page 14: ...be certain that you re using Pin 2 for signal and have Pin 1 and Pin 3 tied together at the source end Refer to the Voltage Select Switch for the AC Mains information of this manual to ensure that the AC mains is properly matched to the operating voltage requirements All audio equipment should use the same ground point Check all other devices using the same AC output in the building like dimmers n...

Page 15: ...z Half Space 3dB 48Hz Quarter Space 3dB 62Hz 3 Position Switch Amplification Fusing Max Pwr Consumption HF 120Watts Discrete Class A AB LF 120Watts Discrete Class A AB 6 0A 100VAC 50Hz 6 0A 110 120VAC 50 60Hz 3 15A 220 240CVAC 50 60Hz 500W Freq Response Crossover Point 40Hz 30kHz 1dB Max SPL each Music 112dB Peak 115dB Cabinet Dimensions Shipping Carton 19 3 H x 14 6 W x 14 D 491mm H x 370mm W x 3...

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