Specifications

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KW Series
Active Loudspeakers
Entertainers | Musicians | DJs
Concert Systems
Building on the success of our K Series, the KW
Series represents the next evolutionary step in wood
enclosure loudspeakers. Our system engineers
have created the KW Series to feature all the same
groundbreaking electronic attributes of our popular
K Series while at the same time designing a product
that is both smaller and significantly lighter than
previous wood enclosure models.
Like K Series, each of the four KW Series models
features a QSC designed, 1000 watt (2 x 500) Class
D power module. And continuing in the K Series
tradition, every model is fitted with the identical high-
output 1.75" HF device (full-range models) and
woofers of the same high quality design, regardless of
speaker size.
Directivity Matched Transition (DMT™) provides
for matched LF and HF coverage across the entire
listening area, eliminating unnatural ”dead” or ”hot”
frequency zones.
Extensive signal processing is employed throughout,
providing levels of sonic clarity and total output that
defy all expectations for a product in this category.
KW Series features a four-position mic / line
gain switch that allows for connection of a wide
variety of devices. Combo XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs
accept both mic and line level input while a set of
RCA phono inputs (except KW181) allow additional
connectivity to portable MP3 players, CD players
and line-level mixers. Up to three audio sources
can be mixed internally and summed to a balanced
output for ”daisy-chaining” of multiple units. Separate
direct outputs are also provided on each channel for
additional output flexibility.
On-board switches provide preset EQ settings.
The HF setting (full-range models) can be set to
VOCAL BOOST for additional presence in the critical
midfrequency area or FLAT for accurate reproduction
of the incoming signal. The LF switch can be set
to NORM, DEEP™ for additional bass extension,
or EXT SUB (full-range models) for use with an
external subwoofer. The rear panel LED switch can
be set to POWER, illuminating the front-mounted LED
when the unit is powered on, OFF for applications
where it is not desirable to illuminate the front LED, or
LIMIT which indicates to the system operator that the
clip limiter circuit has been engaged during operation.
The KW122 and KW152 feature a unique Tilt-Direct™
pole cup mounting system. A simple turn of the
dial engages a 7.5 degree downward tilt of the
speaker allowing acoustic energy to be kept on the
audience and off reflective surfaces for applications
where maximum coverage from a high-positioned
speaker is desired.
Remote gain control capability is offered via a
potentiometer (not included) connected to the on-board
Euroblock connector. In an installed application, multiple
KW Series speakers can be ”daisy-chained” for total gain
control from a single remote pot. Auto-standby mode is
engaged after 5 minutes of inactivity.
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