FU LL LI NE C ATAL OG W INTER | SPRING 2 0 1 2 The Art of Audio
The Advantage of The Power of Technology Integrated Systems
Live sound is at its best when the audio system reproduces the source with nuance, power and accuracy, allowing the listeners to focus on the performance without even being conscious of the processors, amplifiers and loudspeakers that make it happen. Whether you’re the performer on the stage, the dancer on the floor, the listener in the audience or the passenger being paged at the airport – QSC is passionate about the sound you hear.
CON TEN TS 4 Amplifiers CMX Series GX Series RMX Series PLX2 Series PowerLight™ 3 Series CX Series ISA Series Amplifier Overview Amplifier Accessories 18 Digital | Network Q-Sys™ Integrated System Platform Q-Sys™ Touch Screens Q-Sys™ Paging Stations QSControl.
A M P LI FI E RS CMX 2RU Models CMX Series Installed Sound The new CMX Series is our most economical and rugged power amplifier solution for any permanently installed sound system. It has input and output connections designed for the most flexible use in projects such as performance halls, houses of worship, sport clubs, gymnasiums, dance venues, pubs, and FGM/BGM systems. The CMX Series provides this unmatched performance and user ability at an affordable price point.
A M P LI FI E RS GX Series GX5 Entertainers | Musicians | DJs The GX Series amplifiers offer maximum performance, portability and reliability for sound system owners on a limited budget, perfectly suited for use by entertainers, musicians and DJs. The three GX Series amplifiers are uniquely designed to supply optimal power to the sound reinforcement loudspeakers most often used by entertainment professionals.
A M P LI FI E RS RMX 2RU Models RMX Series Entertainers | Musicians | DJs Concert Systems The RMX Series is a proven line of amplifiers combining legendary QSC reliability, audio performance and affordability. Entertainers and touring users have made RMX one of the leading amplifier series in the world. For mid-power applications, the 2RU models offer 4Ω power ratings from 300 to 750 watts per channel.
A M P LI FI E RS PLX2 “02” Models PLX2 Series Entertainers | Musicians | DJs Concert Systems The PLX2 Series are powerful, lightweight amplifiers designed to meet the rigorous demands of live musicians, mobile entertainers, and portable PAs. Featuring third generation PowerLight™ technology, the PLX2 Series delivers superb overall audio quality with especially powerful low-frequency performance.
PowerLight™ 3 Series Concert Systems Installed Sound A M P LI FI E RS The PowerLight 3 Series are Pat Quilter’s “Ultimate Analog” amplifiers, designed for the most demanding concert and live-sound reinforcement applications. All three models use our latest generation PowerLight™ technology – the world’s most efficient power supply. The 8000 watt Class D PL380 shares a clean, efficient control, connector and indicator layout with the Class H PL340 (4000 watts) and PL325 (2500 watts).
A M P LI FI E RS CX Series Installed Sound CX 2-channel Models The CX Series is a range of two, four and eight channel amplifiers designed for installations requiring premium sound quality and high output power. The CX Series has the added capability for advanced amplifier control and monitoring via Q-Sys and QSControl.net.
A M P LI FI E RS ISA Series Installed Sound The ISA amplifiers are ideal for fixed installations when multi-way loudspeaker systems are required. Taking advantage of the DataPort V2 Lite connection, you can attach our amplifier accessories to provide an economical solution for crossover and subwoofer filtering without the expense of a separate DSP device. The ISA Series also provides “Ti” models, which incorporates output isolation transformers for 70/100Volt distributed loudspeakers requiring them.
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Amplifier Overview Watts per channel CMX SERIES Channels 70 V 100V 8Ω 4Ω 2Ω Bridged at 4Ω RU Net Weight / Shipping A M P LI FI E RS CMX300V 2 — — 200 300 430 830 2 35 lb (15.9 kg) / 41 lb (18.6 kg) CMX500V 2 — — 300 500 700 1400 2 40 lb (18.2 kg) / 46 lb (20.9 kg) CMX800V 2 400 — 500 800 1200 2400 2 44.5 lb (20.2 kg) / 50.5 lb (23 kg) CMX2000V 2 2500 1000 1100 2000 2500 5000 2 75 lb (33.1 kg) / 87 lb (37.
Watts per channel PL3 SERIES 70 V 8Ω 4Ω 2Ω Bridged at 4Ω RU Net Weight / Shipping PL325 2 — 500 850 1250 2500 2 22 lb (10 kg) / 31.5 lb (14.3 kg) PL340 2 — 800 1250 2000 4000 2 22 lb (10 kg) / 31.5 lb (14.3 kg) PL380 2 — 1500 2500 4000 8000 2 24 lb (11 kg) / 33.5 lb (15.2 kg) CX302 2 — 200 325 600 1200 2 21 lb (9.5 kg) / 27 lb (12.3 kg) CX502 2 — 300 500 800 1600 2 21 lb (9.5 kg) / 27 lb (12.3 kg) CX702 2 — 425 700 1200 2400 2 21 lb (9.
Amplifier Accessories A M P LI FI E R DSP-30 A C C E S S ORI E S DSP-3 | DSP-4 | DSP-30 The DSP-3 and DSP-4 are compact, 2-channel signal processing modules that can plug into the back of most DataPort-equipped QSC amps to conserve rack space and simplify interconnection. They can also be mounted into a DPX-4 remote rack mounting bracket for use as a standalone, rack-mounted processing unit.
The XC-3 is an active, 2-way crossover module that mounts to the rear panel DataPort of 2-channel QSC amps (DCA, PL2, PL3, CX, ISA). The LF-3 low-frequency filter, when used with the XC-3 2-way crossover, provides a 3-way active crossover system. The LF-3 mounts to the rear panel of 2-channel QSC amps (DCA, PL2, PL3, CX, ISA) to conserve cost and rack space. The LF-3 is comprised of two discrete channels with 4th order Linkwitz-Riley low-pass filters (24 dB/ octave slope).
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the world's most powerful network audio solution New World Center Exterior, Miami Beach, FL — photo by Claudia Uribe Combining unprecedented capabilities and able audio solution.
Core models Q-Sys™ redundancy The Q-Sys Core is currently available in five In mission-critical applications—particularly • Hardware-independent processing — sizes tailored to the varying requirements those involving life safety—it is imperative Q-Sys doesn’t depend on proprietary of different facilities.
“Q-SYS is the new century’s version of the old system, with a lot more power, capability, expandability and far less hardware. When you add it all up, Q-SYS knocked everything else off the charts.” Rod Sintow, Pro Sound & Video — Florida and California I/O Frame, rear D I G I T AL | NET W ORK Mic/Line Analog Input Card Network redundancy may be DAB-801 provides 2 + 1 redundancy, implemented by simply adding additional while adding a second DAB-801 will network switches and cabling.
I/O Frame, front DataPort Output Card CobraNet™ Digital Input/Output Card D I G I T AL | QSC amplifiers. The DataPort interface I/O-22 Four channels of balanced, line-level allows audio, status monitoring, and analog output for interfacing between control between Q-Sys and QSC Our new analog I/O box, the Q-Sys Q-Sys and outboard equipment such DataPort power amplifiers.
Q-Sys™ Paging Peripherals channels, there’s no need to cascade Paging is a key function in a huge A single Q-Sys Core supports more than variety of installed sound applications enough paging capacity for even the including shopping malls, convention centers, corporate offices, military bases, multiple units to form a central matrix. largest facilities.
including automatic logoff time out, logon User Control software options User Control hardware options • User Control Interface tool — Q-Sys Q-Sys allows UCI screens to be hosted on Designer’s UCI tool lets you create QSC touch screen controllers, multiple PC custom control panels that may be workstations, and iOS devices: requirements, and user restrictions. • PS-1650H/G — 16 command buttons (command code A-P). • PS-800H/G — 8 command buttons (command code A-H).
Q-Sys™ Networking with Q-LAN network segments (e.g. fast Ethernet, One of the major strengths of a Q-Sys™ beyond the confines of the local area. system is Q-LAN, our IT-friendly third- Wi-Fi, or WAN), extending control • Infrastructure sharing — Q-LAN uses generation networked media distribution Layer 3 DiffServ QoS to categorize technology.
in performance and respond with Powerful system control appropriate maintenance before Q-Sys system and all QSC component failure results in costly While Q-Sys Designer’s interface is downtime. Alerts may also be scheduled straightforward, the system’s capabilities to prompt regular maintenance. are deep and powerful: • Remote status reporting — System status can be checked remotely from any location with an Internet connection.
D I G I T AL | NET W ORK QSControl.net™ Version 3 BASIS™ | RAVE | DSP Networked control, transport, processing and monitoring — from source to loudspeaker QSControl.net is a versatile foundation for networked audio systems that extend from microphone and other inputs to loudspeakers and similar outputs.
Network Audio Controller (NAC–100) D I G I T AL Features Color graphics display • Power over Ethernet • Recall Global Presets | • • Rotary “wheel” control of an entire system • Controllers can track each other • Available in black or white NET W ORK This fully networked wall controller adds a dimension of versatility to QSControl.net systems.
BASIS™ | RAVE | DSP Powerful, Programmable Processing The QSControl.net platform provides an extensive set of processing functions, including: Graphic Equalizers Duckers • Two Octave ISO • • One Octave ISO • Two-Third Octave ISO • One-Third Octave ISO • ustom (choose number of bands, start C frequency and end frequency). Matrix Mixers • Up to 24 Inputs and Outputs. D I G I T AL • Pink noise Gain Sharing Automixing • White noise • Facilitates any number of inputs up to 22.
SC28 System Controller The SC28 is a dedicated speaker processor with factory-optimized tunings for QSC loudspeaker systems. User-adjustable 6 band parametric equalizer, high and low shelving filters and signal delay optimize the system for acoustic, environmental or aesthetic considerations. QSC Loudspeaker Selection • Select the QSC loudspeaker and configuration (2-way, 3-way, 3-way + sub). The SC28 instantly reconfigures itself for optimal audio reproduction.
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The New Standard K Series Active Loudspeakers Entertainers | Musicians | DJs Concert Systems The QSC K Series is quite simply The New Standard in lightweight powered loudspeaker systems and will satisfy the needs of the most demanding entertainers, installers and A/V users. QSC’s team of amplifier engineers has created a Class D power module unparalleled in the industry. The series consists of three, bi-amplified 2-way models ranging in woofer size from 8" to 12" plus a dual 12" subwoofer.
K8 K10 K12 KSub System Type Trapezoidal 2-way Multipurpose 2-way Multipurpose 2-way Bandpass Subwoofer Frequency Range (-10 dB) 61 Hz – 20 kHz 56 Hz – 20 kHz 48 Hz – 20 kHz 44 Hz – 148 Hz Frequency Response (-3 dB) 66 Hz – 18 kHz 60 Hz – 18 kHz 52 Hz – 18 kHz 48 Hz – 134 Hz Nominal Coverage (-6 dB) 105° conical 90° conical 75° conical N/A Output 1 (Peak SPL @ 1M) 127 dB 129 dB 131 dB 130 dB Amplifier Power 1000 W continuous Class D 1000 W continuous Class D 1000 W continuous
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 ground breaking 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.
KW122 KW152 KW153 KW181 System Type Multipurpose 2-way Trapezoidal 2-way Trapezoidal 3-way Ported Subwoofer Frequency Range (-10 dB) 50 Hz – 20 kHz 43.7 Hz – 20 kHz 33 Hz – 20 kHz 34 Hz – 143 Hz Frequency Response (-6 dB) 53.2 Hz – 18 kHz 47.
Examples shown with optional KLA AF12 array frame KLA Series Active Loudspeakers Fixed Arcuate, Active Line Array System LOUDSPE AK ER S 36 The KLA Series brings the power and sophistication of a line array system into an easy-to-use product, significantly redefining the line array product category. With its simple Lift, Click and Play approach, KLA can be deployed in a fraction of the time required by comparable line array products.
KLA12 KLA181 Configuration 2-way Line Array Element Ported Subwoofer Transducers Low-frequency High-frequency 12" cone transducer 1.
ILA Series v2 Installation Line Array Installed Sound Most line array systems are designed for touring applications which require extreme ruggedization and expensive suspension hardware. By focusing on installation applications, QSC drove cost out of the ILA System while retaining the performance of high-end touring line array systems.
WL2802-i GP118-sw WL118-sw System Type 3-way line array element, Bi-amp or Tri-amp Vented box, direct radiating Vented box, direct radiating Frequency Range (-10 dB) 68 Hz – 22 kHz 29 Hz – 800 Hz 29 Hz – 800 Hz Frequency Response (±3 dB) 80 Hz – 20 kHz 32 Hz – 200 Hz 32 Hz – 200 Hz Nominal Coverage 140° H N/A N/A Power Handling 1 LF / MF / SUB 400 W 850 W 850 W 100 W N/A N/A Peak Output 2 132 dB 134.5 dB 134.
WL3082 shown hung from AF3082-S. WideLine-8 Line Array System Concert Systems Installed Sound WL3082 Designed for the most demanding concert and installation audio professionals, the WideLine™ WideLine-8 system packs full size line array performance into an ultra compact package measuring less than 20" (508 mm) wide and 9" (229 mm) high. WideLine-8 fits “difficult” venues with height or sightline restrictions that limit the placement and size of the array.
WL3082 Six WL3082 shown with two WL212-sw behind array, hung from two AF3082-S and one EB3082. System Type Dual 8", 3-way, tri-amp line-array Frequency Range (-10 dB) 62 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Response (±3 dB) 68 Hz – 18 kHz Nominal Coverage 140° H Power Handling 1 LF / MF / HF 250 W / 250 W / 85 W Peak Output 2 LF / MF / HF 128 dB / 128 dB / 133 dB Driver Information LF Dual, 8" woofer, 2.5" voice coil 1.
WL212-sw LOUDSPE AK ER S 42 GP212-sw WideLine-8 Subwoofers GP212-sw Concert Systems Installed Sound The GP212-sw omits the WideLine-8 compatible suspension hardware but retains all the acoustical performance of the WL212-sw at a lower cost. For suspension in permanent installations each GP212-sw subwoofer includes a total of six (6) threaded M10 inserts.
Two WL212-sw shown hung from AF3082-L with six WL3082 hung beneath.
WL2102-w shown hung from AF2102-LA. WideLine-10 Line Array System Concert Systems Installed Sound WL2102-w The WideLine™ WL2102-w is a compact, high-output, wide dispersion line array loudspeaker system renowned for its ability to meet and exceed requirements for applications ranging from corporate meetings to large venue reinforcement of highlevel popular music.
WL2102-w System Type 3-way line array element, Bi-amp or Tri-amp Frequency Range (-10 dB) 48 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Response (±3 dB) 55 Hz – 18 kHz Nominal Coverage 140° H Power Handling LF / MF 600 W 1 HF Peak Output LF / MF 80 W 2 Available WideLine-10 Accessories 133 dB / 133 dB Driver Information LF 2 x 10" transducer, 3" voice coil, ferrite magnet 3" titanium diaphragm, neodymium magnet HF Bi-amp/tri-amp selector switch, LF / MF shading switch Input Connectors 2 x NL8 Suspension / A
Four WL218-sw shown hung from AF218-sw. WideLine-10 Subwoofers Concert Systems Installed Sound WL218-sw array shown with a combination WideLine-10 and WideLine-8 array. the interlocking feet and recess features. For ease of transport, the WL218-sw includes a caster pallet with rugged 3.5" ball bearing casters and an easy-to-use, snap-on mechanism for attachment to the enclosure.
GP218-sw WL218-sw System Type 2 x 18" vented subwoofer 2 x 18" vented subwoofer Frequency Range (-10 dB) 27.4 Hz – 1.2 kHz (without processing) 31 Hz – 1 kHz (without processing) Frequency Response (±3 dB) 31.4 Hz – 240 Hz (without processing) 37 Hz – 200 Hz (without processing) Power handling 1 1700 W 1700 W Peak output 2 140.
Ethernet Switch BASIS 914lz PowerLight 3 Amplifiers BASIS 914lz PowerLight 3 Amplifiers Combination WL-10 and WL-8 Array with WL218 Subwoofers Combination WL-10 and WL-8 Array with WL218 Subwoofers Wireless Laptop System Control GP218 Subwoofers Ground-stacked Ethernet Switch GP218 Subwoofers Ground-stacked BASIS 922az BASIS 922az Digital Console with CobraNet™ Outputs PowerLight 3 Amplifiers PowerLight 3 Amplifiers LOUDSPE AK ER S CSM Series Stage Monitors Fully Networked Concert System Solut
WLWX Weatherized WideLine™ The AF3082-wx is a compatible, aluminum array frame for use when suspending the WL3082-wx. Array frames for the standard WL3802 are not compatible with the WL3082-wx. Installed Sound GP218-wx WL2102-wx The GP218-wx is a weather resistant, installation version of the WideLine-10 GP218 subwoofer. The standard version includes no suspension provisions but M10 suspension points may be added on request.
CSM Series Concert Stage Monitor Systems Concert Systems CSM10 | CSM12 | CSM15 LOUDSPE AK ER S The CSM Series are “system packages” comprised of stage monitor loudspeakers, proprietary digital processing and high-power amplifiers in a tightly integrated design that offers the highest output to size ratio of any premium brand stage monitor on the market to date.
CSM10 CSM12 CSM15 System Type 2-way wedge 2-way wedge 2-way wedge Frequency Range (-10 dB) 70 Hz – 20 kHz 55 Hz – 20 kHz 45 Hz – 20 kHz Frequency Response (±3 dB) 80 Hz – 14 kHz 65 Hz – 14 kHz 55 Hz – 14 kHz Wedge 50° H x +45°/-75° V 50° H x +45°/-75° V 50° H x +45°/-75° V Multipurpose 150° H x 50° V 150° H x 50° V 150° H x 50° V Passive 450 W 550 W 650 W Low-frequency 450 W 550 W 650 W High-frequency 110 W 110 W 110 W Passive 95 dB 96.
AcousticDesign™ Series Ceiling Loudspeakers Installed Sound The acoustically identical AD-C820R/S and AD-C821R/S loudspeakers measure 91dB sensitivity (1W/1m) and at full continuous power are capable of producing 114 dB SPL (1W/1m) output. AD-C1200 AD-C820/821 The AD-C820R/S and AD-C821R/S (R for Round Grille and S for Square Grille) loudspeaker systems are designed for systems requiring high SPL output in a ceiling mounted loudspeaker.
AD-C820/C821 AD-C1200 System Type 2-way, ceiling / flush mounted, ported system 2-way, ceiling / flush mounted, ported system Frequency Range (-10 dB) 52 Hz – 18 kHz 37 Hz – 18 kHz Frequency Response (-6 dB) 61 Hz – 18 kHz 42 Hz – 18 kHz Nominal Coverage 90° axisymmetric 85° axisymmetric Full Range Power Capacity 1 Sensitivity 2 Peak SPL 3 200 W (100 hrs) 91 dB 120 dB 300 W (100 hrs) 93 dB 124 dB Driver Information LF 8" weather resistant, treated paper cone woofer 12" weather resistant,
AcousticDesign™ Series Ceiling Loudspeakers Installed Sound The AcousticDesign™ Series is a line of installation loudspeakers designed for trouble-free operation and versatility in a wide variety of applications ranging from restaurants to retail and office spaces, houses of worship, convention centers and transportation settings. AcousticDesign loudspeakers offer natural and pleasing sound reproduction with very low distortion characteristics.
AD-C42T AD-CI52T AD-CI52ST AD-C81Tw System Type 2-way, ceiling / flush mounted, sealed system 2-way, ceiling / flush mounted, ported system Shallow can, 2-way, ceiling / flush mounted, ported system Subwoofer, ceiling / flush mounted, ported system Frequency Range (-10 dB) 60 Hz – 20 kHz 65 Hz – 20 kHz 53 Hz – 20 kHz 28 Hz – 208 Hz Frequency Response (±3 dB) 72 Hz – 20 kHz 85 Hz – 20 kHz 63 Hz – 20 kHz 39 Hz – 184 Hz Nominal Coverage 100° conical 90° conical 100° conical N/A Full Ran
AcousticDesign™ Series Loudspeakers Installed Sound AD-S32T Designed for background and general purpose audio playback, the AD-S32T surface mount loudspeaker is acoustically matched with both ceiling and surface mount speakers in the AcousticDesign Series. Full sounding and fully featured in a surprisingly small package, the AD-S32T has 85 dB sensitivity, 30 watts continuous power handling and can handle 120 watt peaks.
AD-S32T AD-S52 AD-S52T AD-S82 (standard output) AD-S82H (high output) AD-S282H AD-S282HT System Type Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Compact 2-way, surface mount, ported loudspeaker system Freq
AcousticDesign™ Subwoofer Installed Sound AD-S28Tw The AD-S28Tw is acoustically matched to the entire AD Series and is designed to supplement audio systems by adding low-frequency extension. Rated for 250 watts continuous power handling and able to take up to 700 watt peaks, the AD-S28Tw is a great complement to any of the ceiling-mount or surfacemount AD Series models. The dual 8" woofers are equipped with polypropylene cones for protection in humid environments.
Distributed System Wireless Remote Laptop with QSControl.net Software QSControl.net Software NAC-100 Ethernet Switch RAVE 522aa Up to 8 Additional Audio Sources with P.O.E. BASIS 902zz QSControl.net / CobraNet BASIS 922uz AcousticDesign Loudspeakers AcousticDesign Ceiling Loudspeakers Up to 16 Additional Audio Sources CX Amplifiers AcousticDesign Subwoofers In facilities ranging from hospitality to houses of worship to themed attractions, QSControl.
ISIS Series Loudspeakers Entertainers | Musicians | DJs Concert Systems I-82H The QSC I-82H is an 8", 2-way, full-range loudspeaker that is well suited to applications in which low to moderate levels and very high-quality sound reinforcement are required.
I-282H The QSC I-282H is a dual 8", 2-way, full-range loudspeaker that is well suited to applications in which moderate levels and very high-quality sound reinforcement are required. Pole mounted, truss mounted, or used as a floor monitor/stage fill, these injection molded speakers are an excellent choice for musicians, mobile entertainers, and anyone else needing a high-quality, lightweight SR package that sounds superb, is visually unobtrusive, and with its built-in handles, is easy to transport.
Understanding Sound Reinforcement, The Learner's Guide Sound Engineers | Musicians | DJs Understanding the fundamentals of audio, acoustics and sound reinforcement can be challenging to the first-time learner. In this self-paced course, this knowledge is presented through narration, images and animation in a concise and easy-to-follow manner.
Main Contacts SALES MARKETING Greg McLagan Vice President, Global Sales greg_mclagan@qscaudio.com (714) 957-7170 Gerry Tschetter Vice President, Marketing gerry_tschetter@qscaudio.com (714) 327-4619 International David Fuller Director, Technical Marketing david.fuller@qscaudio.com (714) 688-7222 Shawn Watts Sr. Director, International Sales & Global Education shawn_watts@qscaudio.com (714) 327-4637 Manolo Yanes Sales Manager, Latin America Manolo@qscaudio.
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