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In-house simulated tweeter with alloy fabric dome

• Latest modeling techniques used to minimize non-linear (harmonic and intermodulation) distortion
• Low-distortion high frequency reproduction

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Elliptical Mathematically Modelled Dispersion (MMD) waveguide

• Smoother off-axis response
• More forgiving of diverse acoustical environments

Wide horizontal dispersion

• Freedom of movement across the mixing console

Narrow vertical dispersion

• Reduces reflections off the mixing console

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Two-color Neumann logo

• Displays operation status and activation of the extensive protection system

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In-house modelled long-throw composite sandwich cone bass driver with Extremely Linear Force Factor (ELFF) and flow optimized die cast basket

• Damping of break up modes brings low distortion at high sound levels
• Linear pistonic motor gives a very low harmonic distortion even at high excursions
• Reduced air noise and improved rocking modes

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Robust metal grilles

• Protects against mechanical damage

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Large high-capacity flow-optimized bass reflex ports with pipe resonance damping

• Fast bass transient response
• Reduced bass compression at high output levels
• No coloration from organ pipe resonance
• Easier to mount in tight spaces

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Compact polycarbonate composite cabinet

• Robust package for a long life
• No standing wave resonances

One-piece front panel with no discontinuities

• Reduced diffraction and smoother frequency response

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Standby function

• Reduces power consumption when product is not in use

Control function

• Use the back panel controls or the control set defined by the Neumann.Control iPad@ app

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4-position low-mid acoustical control

• Compensates for nearby desktops
• Fast acoustical set up in mobile applications
• Repeatable acoustical settings after moving loudspeakers

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Wide range input gain and output level controls

• Easier interfacing with signal sources

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Fully documented extensive mounting hardware range

• More flexibility in mounting cabinets in more diverse locations and backwards compatible to previous products
• Easy advanced planning for installations

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Universal double-insulated switched-mode power supply (100 240 V)

• One version works in any country and robust to poor quality mains supply
• Ground loops are impossible

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Network connector using standard IP protocol and your existing network infrastructure

• Loudspeaker system can be controlled via the Neumann.Control iPad@ app

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Analogue input socket can accept XLR or 6.3 mm (1/4) Jack plugs, electronically balanced with completely symmetrical internal signal chain

• Completely symmetrical internal signal routing minimizes noises caused by external electromagnetic interference

MORE FEATURES

Production consistency due to automated computer optimized alignment in final testing

• Any KH 80 DSP is pair matched to any other KH 80 DSP

Separate fast acting thermo limiters for woofer and tweeter to protect the voice coils and power amplifiers

• Woofer soft clip and excursion limiters
• Fast acting and highly reliable
• Allows extraction of the maximum performance

Low heat dissipation amplifiers with large headroom and overheat limiting

• Improved transient response
• Assured reliability and safety

Linear phase crossover

• Flat phase response for timing transparency

With Neumann.Control iPad app:

• 8 x Precision Alignment acoustical controls: Accurate and flexible alignment of the loudspeaker in the room and within systems
• Lip-sync delay: To align audio and video signals up to 1.75 frames at 50 Hz or 2.1 frames at 60 Hz
• Time-of-flight delay: To compensate for listening distance differences up to 24 m (79 ft.)
• Dimming the Neumann logo for low lighting level conditions or behind the screen applications

Free field frequency response 6 dB 53 Hz 21 kHz Free field frequency response 3 dB 57 Hz 21 kHz Free field frequency linearity deviation between 100 Hz and 10 kHz 0.7 dB Reproduction accuracy between 100 Hz and 10 kHz: 100%, 80%, 50% of loudspeakers produced 0.26; 0.23; 0.17 dB Self-generated noise at 10 cm (with input gain set to 100 dB SPL for 0 dBu) <20 dB(A) SPL Sine wave output with a THD < 0.5 % at 1 m in half space 90 dB SPL (>200 Hz) Max. SPL calc. in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) 108.8 dB SPL Max. SPL in full space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 100 Hz and 6 kHz) 102.8 dB SPL Bass capability: Max. SPL in half space at 3% THD at 1m (averaged between 50 Hz and 100 Hz) 96.8 dB SPL Max. short term SPL with IEC-weighted noise (IEC 60268-5) at 1 m, in typical listening conditions 104 dB(C) SPL Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m in typical listening conditions (pair / full range) 93 dB(C) SPL Max. short term SPL with music material at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (pair with subwoofer) 100 dB(C) SPL Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair full range) 88 / 93 dB(C) SPL Max. long term SPL with pink noise at 2.3 m, in typical listening conditions (single / pair with subwoofer) 91 / 96 dB(C) SPL Analog input(s) XLR / 6.3 mm () Jack: analog electronically balanced Analog input impedance 14k Ohms Max. input level +24 dBu for 94 dB SPL setting; +18 dBu for 100 dB SPL setting; +10 dBu for 108 dB SPL setting; +4 dBu for 114 dB SPL setting Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) >56 dB @ 15 kHz Volume control via Neumann.Control software Volume control range; resolution 0 – dB; 0.1 dB Input gain control (sensitivity) 0 dB … -15 dB Output level control (output level in 1 m based on 0 dBu input level) 94; 100; 108; 114 dB SPL Digital converter: resolution; design 24-bit DAC; Digital converter: sampling rate 48 kHz Digital internal sampling rate 48 kHz Dynamic range A-D 114 dB(A) Dynamic range A-D-A 111 dB(A) woofer; 112 dB(A) tweeter Dynamic range D-A 114 dB(A) woofer; 117 dB(A) tweeter Latency 2 ms (A-D-A linear phase) Delay: User adjustable delay range 0 70 ms Delay: Resolution: time; distance 0.1 ms; 3.44 cm (1 3/8) Delay: Max. frames Audio-video synchronisation (lip sync) 1.75 (40 ms frames); 2.1 (33 ms frames) Delay: Time-of-flight maximum distance 24 m (79 ft) Controller design Digital; active Crossover frequency 1.8 kHz Crossover slope 48 dB/oct; 8th order with phase correction Equalization: Low-Mid 0; -1.5; -3; -4.5 dB Equalization: via Neumann.Control software 8 x full parametric IIR + low / high shelf global balance FIR phase correction Linear phase (170 Hz … 16 kHz; +/- 45) Protection circuitry Independent soft clip, peak and thermo limiters for woofer and tweeter; Woofer excursion limiter; thermo limiter for the electronics and amplifiers Infrasonic filter: frequency; slope 61 Hz; 12 dB/Okt. Remote control Neumann.Control software via an RJ45 connector carrying standard IP data Display: On; Normal Operation Neumann logo White Display: Identification Neumann logo Ros Display: Limit / Clip / Errors / Protection /Boot Mute / Shut Down Mute Neumann logo Red Display Brightness via Neumann.Control Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) 120 W Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 10%) 70 W Output power woofer amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%) 90 W Output power tweeter amplifier (THD+N with limiter deactivated: 0.1%) 50 W Mains Power Supply: input voltage; frequency 100-240 V; 50/60 Hz Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Standby <330 / <50 mW Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Idle 9 / 8 W Power consumption (230 V / 100 V): Full output 180 W In-rush current (Peak) 20 A Standby Disabled; 90 mins (default); user defined in software Cabinet material Composite polycarbonate Cabinet surface finish; color (front / back) Painted; metallic anthracite (RAL 7021) / Black (RAL 9005) Operating conditions +10 C to +40 C (+50 F to +104 F); <75% RH; non-condensing Transport/storage conditions -25 C to +60 C (-13 F to 158 F); <90% RH; non-condensing Woofer 100 mm (4″) with protecting black metal grille Tweeter 25 mm (1″) with protecting black metal grille Mounting points 2 x M6 threaded inserts with 70 mm spacing on back panel; thread depth 15 mm (5/8) Product dimensions (height x width x depth) 233 x 154 x 194 mm (9 1/8″ x 6″ x 7 5/8″) External net volume 6.7 liters Product weight 3.5 kg (7 lbs 8 oz) Packed dimensions (height x width x depth), mm (inches) 345 x 277 x 243 mm (13 5/8″ x 10 7/8″ x 9 5/8″) Packed weight 4.1 kg (9 lbs 1 oz) Packed cube 0.023 m

DIAGRAMS

KH 80 DSP – Free-Field Response

KH 80 DSP – Low-Mid Acoustical Controls

KH 80 DSP – Phase Response

KH 80 DSP – Group Delay

KH 80 DSP – Maximum SPL at 1m (Blue: 3% THD, Green: 1% THD )

KH 80 DSP – Harmonic Distortion at 90 dB SPL (Blue: THD, Green: 2nd harmonic, Red: 3rd harmonic)

KH 80 DSP – Horizontal Directivity Plot

KH 80 DSP – Vertical Directivity Plot

KH 80 DSP – Cumulative Spectral Decay