EAW QX Series Installed System Applications
Using the Loudspeaker
Users will need to perform the following general tasks to properly put an EAW install engineered product into use. This guide includes details for each task.
- Design the system using the Resolution™ 2 Design & Control Software (see the program Help File for further information about using Resolution).
- Design and install suspension points to support the product(s)/rigging in intended locations and aimed in the desired directions. If ground-stacked, provide a level surface capable of supporting the total weight of the loudspeaker(s).
- Connect the loudspeakers to a supported EAW Processor and/or power amp.
- Set-up and adjust overall system gain and signal processing, as needed to maximize the array’s performance for the application.
- Provide training to operate the loudspeakers within their limits.
- Provide regular inspection and maintenance to maintain the integrity of the installation and the performance of the loudspeakers.
Sound System Design
See Resolution Help File for assistance in properly designing line array systems.
Software
EAW Resolution 2 software is designed to assist in SPL predictions, determine splay angles, and calculate rigging limits for all line array items.
Always ensure that your EAW Resolution software is up-to-date.
For a complete list of recommended system requirements, please refer to the Resolution 2 help file.
Using EAW Resolution™
EAW Resolution is the key to determining the optimal loudspeaker configuration for any application. Rooted in EAW’s proprietary FChart modeling and calculation engine, Resolution allows users to easily model any venue and visualize a wide variety of sound system designs to determine what particular configuration is best suited to the venue.
Users simply need to define the loudspeaker position, allowable trim, minimum clearance, and quantity available and use the Assistant to determine the optimal loudspeaker configuration for a given venue. In many situations no further prediction work will be necessary for optimal results. Users can also adjust the results after running the Assistant by manually adding/removing modules or adjusting coverage and observing changes in predicted results.
Please visit www.eaw.com to download the latest version of Resolution. Instructional videos can be viewed on education.eaw.com.
Increased Directivity & Performance for every application in one solution
It’s helpful to look at EAW install engineered products as one solution. Meaning, where one product may leave of, another can easily take it’s place and complete the task. For instance, if QX series is specified but cost is of concern, MKD series is a viable solution with only a small sacrifice in performance. Same could be said when looking at MKD series to MKi series. Though these are different series, they compliment each other.
All have various matching horn patterns, which enables coverage matching between these products to remain seamless, with only a drop in performance and clarity.
Below are some examples on how directivity scales between each product line (1 octave, 400hz)
UXA Installation Amplifiers
QX Series
- QX544i ►45° x 45°
- QX564i ►60° x 45°
- QX566i ►60° x 60°
- QX594i ►90° x 45°
- QX596i ►90° x 60°
- QX326 ►120° x 60°
- QX364 ►60° x 45°
- QX366 ►60° x 60°
- QX394 ►90° x 45°
- QX396 ►90° x 60°
- QX399 ►90° x 90°
QX300
QX500i
| HPF | High Pass Filter for crossover or Recommended High Pass |
| LPF | Low Pass Filter for crossover |
| LF/MF/HF | Low Frequency / Mid Frequency / High Frequency |
| AMP | User Supplied Power Amplifier –or– Integral Amplifier |
| XVR | Passive LPFs, HPFs, and EQ integral to the loudspeaker |
| EAW Focusing | Digital Signal Processor capable of implementing EAW |
QX300 Wiring Options
- Passive Wiring 8 Ohm Rating
- LFI and LF2 4 Ohm Rating
- LFs in Series 8 Ohm Rating
- LFs in Parallel 2 Ohm Rating
QX500 Wiring Options
- LFs In Parallel 2 Ohm Rating
- LFs In series 8 Ohm Rating
- LFI and LF2
4 Ohm Rating
QX Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
QX300 Single Amp
| Amplifier | Single Ended
Speaker per channel |
Bridge Mode
Speaker per channel |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 |
QX300 Bi Amp
| Amplifier | Single Ended
Speaker per channel |
Bridge Mode
Speaker per channel |
|
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | |
| UXA4403D | LF (2X4ohm) uses 2 ch
HF 2 |
LF 1
HF 2 |
|
| UXA4807D | LF (2X4ohm) uses 2 ch
HF 2 |
LF 1
HF 2 |
|
QX500 Bi Amp
| Amplifier | Single Ended
Speaker per channel |
Bridge Mode
Speaker per channel |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | LF (2x4ohm) uses 2 bridged ch HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | LF (2x4ohm) uses 2 bridged ch HF 2 |
QX Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
QX300 Single Amp (UXA4807D)
QX300 Single Amp w/SB528z
Subwoofer (UXA4807D)
QX500 Bi Amp w/SB528z Subwoofer (UXA4807D)
MKD Series
MKD1000
| HPF | High Pass Filter for crossover or Recommended High Pass |
| LPF | Low Pass Filter for crossover |
| LF/MF/HF | Low Frequency / Mid Frequency / High Frequency |
| AMP | User Supplied Power Amplifier –or– Integral Amplifier |
| XVR | Passive LPFs, HPFs, and EQ integral to the loudspeaker |
| EAW Focusing | Digital Signal Processor capable of implementing EAW |
MKD1200
MKD1500
| HPF | High Pass Filter for crossover or Recommended High Pass |
| LPF | Low Pass Filter for crossover |
| LF/MF/HF | Low Frequency / Mid Frequency / High Frequency |
| AMP | User Supplied Power Amplifier –or– Integral Amplifier |
| XVR | Passive LPFs, HPFs, and EQ integral to the loudspeaker |
| EAW Focusing | Digital Signal Processor capable of implementing EAW |
MKD Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
MKD526
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | 1 | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 3 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 3 | – | – | – |
MKD800
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
MKD1000
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
MKD Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
MKD1200
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
MKD1500
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | – | – | LF 1
HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | – | – | LF 1
HF 2 |
MKD1000 Single Amp w/SB528z Subwoofer (UXA4807D
MKD526 (UXA4403D)
MKD1000 Single Amp (UXA4807D)
MKD1200 Single Amp (UXA4807D)
MK Series
- MK5326i ►120° x 60°
- MK5364i ►60° x 45°
- MK5366i ►60° x 60°
- MK5394i ►90° x 45°
- MK5396i ►90° x 60°
- MK5399i ►90° x 90°
- MK2326i ►120° x 60°
- MK2364i ►60° x 45°
- MK2366i ►60° x 60°
- MK2394i ►90° x 45°
- MK2396i ►90° x 60°
- MK2399i ►90° x 90°
- MK8126i ►120° x 60°
- MK8196z ►90° x 60°
Enhanced with Greybox processing
MK2300i & MK5300i
MK Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
MK8100
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | 1 | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 2 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 2 | – | – | – |
MK2300
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
MK5300
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | HF 2 | LF 2
HF 2 |
MK2300 Single Amp w/SB528z Subwoofer (UXA4807D)
MK8100 (UXA4403D)
MK5300 Bi Amp (UXA4807D)
MKC Series
- Available in four models, MKC50, MKC60, MKC80, MKC120 (coaxial 5″, 6″, 8″, and 12″ respectively).
- MKC50 & MKC60 1 in Dome tweeter provides superior dispersion, fidelity and output.
- MKC80 & MKC120 Patented CSA coaxial horn provides superior control, fidelity and output.
- MKC80 & MKC120 Integrated handle and pole mount.
- MKC120 Integrated M10 mounting points.
- Inherent weather resistance for outdoor use when used under cover.
- Available WP Models for long term outdoor installations.
- Multitap transformer options provide solutions for distributed and fill systems.
- MKC Series can be deployed in either vertical or horizontal orientations.
MKC Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
MKC50
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | 1 | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 4 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 4 | – | – | – |
MKC60
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | 1 | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 3 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 3 | – | – | – |
MKC80
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 3 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 3 | – | – | – |
MKC120
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
MKC60 w/SB210 Subwoofer (UXA4403D)
MKC80 (UXA4403D)
MKC120 (UXA4807D)
SB Series Subwoofers
Clockwise (starting from top left) – SB528zP, SB250zP, SB120zP, SB210
- Available models: SB120z, SB150z, SB180z, SB250z. SB528z, SB210
- Direct radiating, with optimally tuned, vented enclosures
- High output, large-format systems with proven performance
- Optimally tuned with large very low turbulence port
SB Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
SB120z
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB150z
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB180z
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB210
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB150z
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB180z
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | 2 | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | 2 | – | – |
SB210 (UXA4403D)
SB528z (UXA4807D)
CIS & LS Series
- CIS series available models: CIS300, CIS400
- LS series available models: LS432i, LS832i
CIS/LS Series Recommended Systems & Amp Pairings
LS432i
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 4 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 4 | – | – | – |
LS832i
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | 3 | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | 3 | – | – | – |
CIS300
|
Amplifier |
Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | 4 | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | – | – | – |
CIS400
| Amplifier | Single Ended Single Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Single Amp Speaker per ch | Single Ended Bi Amp Speaker per ch | Bridge Mode Bi Amp Speaker per ch |
| UXA4401(D) | 4 | – | – | – |
| UXA4403D | – | – | – | – |
| UXA4807D | – | – | – | – |
CIS400 (UXA4401)
LS482i (UXA4403D)
Warranty
These EAW products were designed and engineered at our headquarters in Whitinsville, MA USA and go through multiple quality checks during manufacturing. We guarantee our loudspeakers against defects in workmanship, materials and against malfunctions for a period of 6 years from date of delivery. Terms and conditions apply. Download the complete warranty policy at www.eaw.com/warranty
Product Damaged in Transport? Contact the freight carrier immediately and note concealed shipping damage. Then contact EAW for replacement.
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- tel 800 992 5013
- +1 508 234 6158
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FAQ
- Q: How can I obtain the EAW Resolution software?
A: You can download the latest version of EAW Resolution from www.eaw.com. - Q: What tasks are involved in using the loudspeaker?
A: Tasks include system design, suspension point installation, connection to processors/power amps, system setup, training, and maintenance.
Documents / Resources
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EAW QX Series Installed System Applications [pdf] Installation Guide XA, QX Series, MKD Series, MK Series, MKC Series, SB Series, CIS LS Series, QX Series Installed System Applications, QX Series, Installed System Applications, System Applications, Applications |