KV2 Audio ESR215 User Manual

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· ESR215 · ESR3000
The Future of Sound.
Made Perfectly Clear.
At KV2 Audio our vision is to constantly develop technologies
that eliminate distortion and loss of information providing
a true dynamic representation of the source.
Our aim is to create audio products that absorb you,
place you within the performance and deliver a listening
experience beyond expectations.

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  • Page 1 · ESR215 · ESR3000 The Future of Sound. Made Perfectly Clear. At KV2 Audio our vision is to constantly develop technologies that eliminate distortion and loss of information providing a true dynamic representation of the source. Our aim is to create audio products that absorb you, place you within the performance and deliver a listening experience beyond expectations.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. 8. Install in accor dance with KV2 Audio‘s recommended installation instructions. 9. Do not install near any heat sources such as heat radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce heat.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ESR SERIES ESR3000 Overview Getting started Features - Front panel Features - Rear panel Using the system - Full Range Using the system - Subwoofers Specifications Block diagram Drawing ESR215 Overview Technology Specifications Frequency characteristics Drawing ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 4 Low Frequency - 1000-watt, High-efficiency, Current-enhancing switch mode technology with Linear Active Filter. In most cases it would be advisable to use a KV2 Audio Line driver (LD4) in addition at the mixer end, to ensure that the line to the amplifier is driven correctly and the signal integrity maintained.
  • Page 5: Overview

    The ESR3000 Amplifier is three-way, active control and amplification system specially designed for the KV2 Audio ESR215 full range series loudspeaker systems. It houses all signal processing and amplification as well as providing control for external subwoofer cabinet configurations if needed, utilizing an external amplifier.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started Cooling The ESR3000 Amplifier has a comprehensive cooling system featuring chassis sealed PCB board mounting and shock mounted, speed controlled fans. This means that the cooling system never drives air across PCB boards, connectors or components, ensuring prolonged electronic component lifespan and minimizing maintenance cycles.
  • Page 7: Features - Front Panel

    Features Front Panel 1) AC Mains Switch The ESR3000 Amplifier has a combination AC Main switch/circuit breaker on the front panel. If the switch shuts off during normal use, push it back to the ON position once. If it will not stay on you should take the unit to qualified service personnel to have it serviced.
  • Page 8: Features - Rear Panel

    Input Level adjustment potentiometer that allows the user to adjust input levels from -10dB to +8dB. 4) FULL RANGE Switch, selects the amplifier crossover setup, when ON full range signal is reproduced by ESR215 cabinets, when OFF signal is by frequency band in conjunction with the subwoofer output setup.
  • Page 9: Using The System - Subwoofers

    Using the system Full range setup Set ESR3000 Amplifier to FULL RANGE ON mode. ESR215 cabinets plays full range signal.
  • Page 10 Using the system External subwoofer setup Set ESR3000 Amplifier to FULL RANGE OFF mode. Signal is crossed over at Hi/Mid for ESR215 cabinets and SUB for external subwoofer. SUB SET UP LEVEL setting depends on which subwoofer unit is used.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications Output Channels Number of Channels 2 (stereo) Total Output Power 2x 1300W High Frequency Amplifier Specification Type Class AB - Push Pull - Low IM Design, Transformer balanced output Rated Continuous Power 100W Operating Bandwidth 2.5kHz to 40kHz Distortion <0.02% Rated Continuous Power 100W...
  • Page 12: Block Diagram

    Block diagram ESR3000 block diagram Channel A, channel B is identical...
  • Page 13: Drawing

    Drawing 37.7 139.3 139.3 37.7 101.7 410.5 455.3 101.7 DETAIL A 10.3 DETAIL A...
  • Page 14: Overview

    • Six internal corner and one back brace with M10 suspension points and side and top and The ESR215 is a dedicated Full Range System. bottom handles with M10 suspension points. Incorporating Patent Pending-Proprietory A total of 17 suspension points are available for...
  • Page 15: Technology

    KV2 Audio’s transducer partner, 18 Sound in ESR215 features the two top handles for pick up and Cavriago, Italy, manufactures and co-develops all ESR215 components. The compression driver is a reposition with additional M10 suspensions point.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    Specifications System Acoustic Perfomance Max SPL Long-term 132dB Max SPL Peak 135dB -3dB Response 35Hz to 22kHz -10dB Response 28Hz to 28kHz Crossover Point 400Hz, 2.5kHz High Frequency Section Acoustic Design Horn Loaded High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 110° x 40° Rotatable Horn Sensitivity 110dB...
  • Page 17: Frequency Characteristics

    Frequency characteristics Frequency response Horizontal Polarpots 500 Hz - 2 kHz, 6 dB/div 4 kHz - 16 kHz, 6 dB/div 50 Hz - 200 Hz, 6 dB/div 0° -30° 30° -30° 30° -30° 30° -60° 60° -60° 60° -60° 60° -90°...
  • Page 18: Drawing

    Enclosure connectors. The three-way mid / high loudspeaker incorporates M10 suspension points, three M10 system shall be the KV2 Audio ESR215. suspension points on the top, one in the handles, three M10 on the bottom and one M10 suspension...
  • Page 19 KVV 987 321 KVV 987 292 description: description: - for ESR215 flying - for ESR215 flying - 2 pcs M10 T-GRIP - 3 pcs M10x40 HEX BOLTS - 2 pcs SMALL HANDLE BRACKETS - 1 pcs 6mm ALLEN KEY...
  • Page 20 Accessories RECOMMENDED SPEAKER CABLE LENGTHS...
  • Page 21 Notes...
  • Page 22 Notes...
  • Page 23 The Future of Sound. Made Perfectly Clear. KV2 Audio International Nádražní 936, 399 01 Milevsko Czech Republic Tel.: +420 383 809 320 Email: info@kv2audio.com www.kv2audio.com KVV120090-00-07-0...

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