1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha product. This product is a passive speaker designed for versatile sound system applications, such as live performances and fixed installations. This user guide provides detailed explanations of the features and installation instructions. Please read this user guide as needed to fully utilize the various features of this product.

note NOTE

  • The example illustrations in this manual show the CXR12mk3 and CXS15mk3, unless otherwise specified.

  • In this manual, the CXR15mk3, CXR12mk3, and CXR10mk3 are all referred to as “CXRmk3.” The CXS18mk3, CXS15mk3, and CXS12mk3 are all referred to as “CXSmk3.”

The CXRmk3 series and CXSmk3 series speakers covered in this manual consist of the following models.

Model Type

Full range

CXR15mk3

2-way 15”

CXR12mk3

2-way 12”

CXR10mk3

2-way 10”

Subwoofer

CXS18mk3

18”

CXS15mk3

15”

CXS12mk3

12”

1.1. Symbols used in this manual

The symbols used on this product and in this manual have the following meaning.

Symbol Meaning

caution CAUTION

Content describing a situation that might cause injury.

important NOTICE

Content describing a situation that might cause malfunction, damage, faulty operation, or loss of data.

note NOTE

Information regarding operation and use. Read this for your reference.

1.2. NOTICE

To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product, or damage to other property, follow the notices below.

  • Protection Circuit
    This speaker system has an internal protection circuit that shuts off the speaker unit when an excessive input signal is applied. If the speaker unit emits no sound, reduce the output level of the amplifier immediately. (The sound will return automatically in several seconds.)

1.3. About this manual

  • The illustrations as shown in this manual are for instructional purposes only.

  • The company names and product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies

1.4. Features

■ CXRmk3 series

New acoustic design

  • Bigger horn size expands the frequency range subject to directional control.

  • A large, central port reduces the effects of wind noise and standing waves.

  • Our newly designed proprietary speaker units deliver clear sound with little distortion.

Versatile enclosure design

  • The pole socket has two angles to choose from.

  • The symmetrical design allows mirrored placement when installing floor monitors.

  • Rigging points for eye bolts are equipped. An optional U-bracket enables various installation arrangements.

■ CXSmk3 series

New acoustic design

  • A new bandpass system is better at handling high sound pressure. The woofer provides high input resistance and low distortion, to achieve excellent low-frequency playback and high sound pressure.

  • Reinforcing ribs are placed to suppress resonance, and the flared bass reflex port reduces wind noise, enabling ultra-low frequency playback, even at high sound pressure.

Versatile enclosure design

  • The cabinet is made of sturdy plywood and painted with highly scratch-resistant polyurea resin.

  • A speakON out connector is equipped for simpler cabling.

  • A pole socket compatible with both ø35 mm and M20 is also equipped. Optional silent casters can be installed.

1.5. Package Contents (Please Verify)

Read This First ×1

1.6. Optional Accessories (Sold Separately)

Speaker Speaker Cover U-Bracket Wheels

CXR15mk3

SPCVR-DXR153

UB-DXR15A

CXR12mk3

SPCVR-DXR123

UB-DXRDHR12A

CXR10mk3

SPCVR-DXR103

UB-DXRDHR10A

CXS18mk3

SPCVR-DXS183

SPW-1

CXS15mk3

SPCVR-DXS153

SPW-1

CXS12mk3

SPCVR-DXS123

SPW-1

1.7. Available Documentation

  • Read This First (packaged with the product)
    This manual explains how to use the product safely.

  • User Guide (this manual)
    This manual provides detailed explanations of the functions as well as the step-by-step procedures required to install and set up the product.