KV2 Audio ESD5 User manual

User Guide
ESD Series
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Contents ESD Series
Contents
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CONTENTS 1
ESD5 2
ESD36 10
ESD6 6
ESD10 14
ESD12 18
ESD15 22
ACCESSORIES 26
ACCESSORIES - WARRANTY - SERVICE 28
Overview 6
Installation 7
Frequency characteristics 8
Specifications 9
Overview 2
Installation 3
Frequency characteristics 4
Specifications 5
Overview 10
Installation 11
Frequency characteristics 12
Specifications 13
Overview 14
Installation 15
Frequency characteristics 16
Specifications 17
Overview 18
Installation 19
Frequency characteristics 20
Specifications 21
Overview 22
Installation 23
Frequency characteristics 24
Specifications 25

ESD5
Overview
Overview
2
The Ultimate Compact Passive System
ESD5 - part number KVV 987 340
Introductions
The ESD5 is a very high quality 2-way full-range compact footprint passive loudspeaker with a
performance output that defies its size. Delivering exceptional clarity for speech and program
reproduction, the ESD5 is perfect for discreet installations and audio visual presentations
where sound quality is paramount, but aesthetic dimensions are of equal importance. The
ESD5’s high impedance capability means that up to sixteen units can be run from a single
suitable quality stereo amplifier, to provide a high fidelity background program throughout a
venue.
Connection
The ESD5 features both Speakon (NL4) connectors and a terminal block. The connectors are
interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining“ of additional ESD5’s. It includes Voice
presence switcher.
Applications
•Specifically designed as a super- discreet passive loudspea-
ker for reproduction of recorded music and speech
•Suitable in fixed installations as a full range stand-alone speaker
or as a system with accompanying subwoofers
•Excellent peripheral reinforcement for main KV2 systems
•Fill-in speaker
•Monitoring

Installation ESD5
Installation
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Installation
The ESD5 is supplied with a single„ESD5 Wall Bracket“, 2 locking screws with spacers and one 3mm Allen
key. Each ESD5 is equipped with two oval mounting apertures designed for easy vertical or horizontal
attachment to the ESD5 Wall Bracket.
To enable fixing to a ceiling or alternatively to the wall, measure out the center point of the ESD5 Wall
bracket. There are two extra holes on the Wall Bracket, designed to accept locking screws - this side
belongs on the rear side of the ESD5 cabinet.
Fix the Wall bracket using one center countersunk screw. Rotate the Wall bracket around the central screw
and set the correct angle of the bracket.
Fix the Wall Bracket using the remaining four countersunk screws. Position the ESD5 on to the Wall
Bracket‘s pin heads and fix it sliding the cabinet down. When mounting the ESD5 on the ceiling, slide the
cabinet backward and fix/secure it using two locking screws and tighten using the supplied Allen key.
4:5
WALLMOUNT BRACKET ESD5
PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT CODE:
KVV 987 344 (included with the product)
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ESD5
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Frequency characteristics
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Frequency response
Horizontal Polarplots
Vertical Polarplots

Specifications ESD5
Specifications
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System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 114dB
Max SPL Peak 117dB
-3dB Response 130Hz - 22kHz
Recommended Power 100W
Sensitivity 89dB
Impedance 16
Crossover Point 3.0kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 90° x 90°
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1" / 1 ⁄"
Diaphragm Material Titanium
Magnet Type Ferrite
Protection RMS Limiter
Low Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Closed box
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter 5“ / 1.7“
Magnet Type Ferrite
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Membrain’s surface treatment WP Waterproof Front Side
Protection RMS Limiter
Speaker Input
Speaker Input 2x Neutrik Speakon®, Terminal Block
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 150mm (5.9")
Width 316mm (12.4")
Depth 224,7mm (8.84")
Weight 7kg (15.4lbs)

ESD6
Overview
Overview
6
The Ultimate Compact Passive System
ESD6 - part number KVV 987 206
Introductions
The ESD6 is a high quality 2-way full-range compact passive loudspeaker with output that
defies its size. Delivering amazing clarity for speech and program reproduction, the ESD6
is perfect for discreet installations and audio visual presentations where sound quality is
paramount but size also matters. The ESD6’s high impedance capability means that up to
sixteen units can be run from a single suitable quality stereo amplifier to provide a high
fidelity background program throughout a venue.
Connection
The loudspeaker system is connected to an amplifier using Speacon (NL4) connectors or the
terminal board. The connectors are interconnected in parallel to connect more loudspeaker
systems.
Applications
•Specifically designed as a passive loudspeaker for reprodu-
ction of recorded music in small areas
•Suitable in Fixed installations as full range stand-alone or with
subwoofers
•Excellent peripheral re-enforcement for main KV2 systems
•Portable PA for Multi-Media applications
•Compact floor monitoring solutions
•Domestic and Professional studio monitoring

Installation ESD6
Installation
7
Installation
ESD6 “U” HORIZONTAL BRACKET
PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT CODE: PRODUCT CODE:
EX6, ESD6 “U”VERTICAL BRACKET
KVV 987 148KVV 987 222
Installations should be carried out using KV2 Audio’s horizontal or vertical U brackets. They are mounted
vertically using M10 points located on the side of the cabinet or in the top handle and bottom M10 plate
(supplied with horizontal bracket) for horizontal fixing and to a mounting post with a diameter of 35mm
using a support flange.
The ESD6 also features a 35mm speaker pole mount adapter housed at the bottom of the cabinet for use
with conventional speaker stands and poles.
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ESD6
Freq.characteristics
Frequency characteristics
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Frequency response
Horizontal Polarplots
Vertical Polarplots
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Specifications ESD6
Specifications
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System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 117dB
Max SPL Peak 120dB
-3dB Response 68Hz - 20kHz
Recommended Power 175W
Sensitivity 92dB
Impedance 16Ω
Crossover Point 2.0kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 100° x 100°
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1" / 1.75"
Diaphragm Material Titanium
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Low Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Front Loaded, Bass Reflex
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter 6" / 1.75"
Magnet Type Neodymium
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Protection RMS Limiter
Speaker Input
Speaker Input 2x Neutrik Speakon®, Terminal Block
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Handles 1
Pole Mount 35mm
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 390mm (15.35")
Width 220mm (8.66")
Depth 240mm (9.45")
Weight 9.5kg (20.9lbs)

ESD36
Overview
Overview
10
The Ultimate Passive Compact 3-way
ESD36 - part number KVV 987 224
Introductions
Connection
One of the more unique loudspeakers offered by KV2 Audio the ESD36 is a passive, full-range
3-way speaker system for speech and music reproduction. The ESD36 features a 6” driver
dedicated to high-quality mid-range reproduction and a further two low frequency 6” drivers
for enhanced bass extension. Alongside the same compression driver as featured in the popular
EX6, the ESD36 offers comparable performance to many 12” cabinets with an enhanced vocal
performance from this 3-way design.
The ESD36 features both Speakon (NL4) connectors and a terminal block. The connectors are
interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining“ of additional ESD36’s.
Applications
•Specically designed as a passive loudspeaker for
reproduction of recorded music in small areas
•Suitable in Fixed installations as full range stand-alone or
with subwoofers
•Excellent peripheral re-enforcement for main KV2 systems
•Portable PA for Multi-Media applications
•Compact oor monitoring solutions
•Domestic and Professional studio monitoring

Installation ESD36
Installation
11
Installation
ESD36 “U” HORIZONTAL BRACKET
PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT CODE: PRODUCT CODE:
ESD36 “U”VERTICAL BRACKET
KVV 987 243KVV 987 244
Installations should be carried out using KV2 Audio’s horizontal or vertical U brackets. They are
mounted vertically using M10 points located on the side of the cabinet or in the top handle and
bottom M10 plate (supplied with horizontal bracket) for horizontal fixing and to a mounting post
with a diameter of 35mm using a support flange.
The ESD36 also features a 35mm speaker pole mount adapter housed at the bottom of the cabinet
for use with conventional speaker stands and poles.
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Frequency characteristics
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Frequency response
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Specifications ESD36
Specifications
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System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 122dB
Max SPL Peak 125dB
-3dB Response 65Hz - 25kHz
Recommended Power 350W
Sensitivity 94dB
Impedance 8Ω
Crossover Point 600Hz, 2.5kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 100° x 100°
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1" / 1.75"
Diaphragm Material Nitride Titanium
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Mid Range Section
Acoustic Design Low Inductance Lightweight
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter 6" / 1.75"
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Low Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Front Loaded, Bass Reflex
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter / Design 2 x 6" / 1.75"
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Speaker Input
Speaker Input 2x Neutrik Speakon®, Terminal Block
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Handles 1
Pole Mount 35mm
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 730.5mm (28.76")
Width 220mm (8.66")
Depth 240mm (9.45")
Weight 19kg (41.9lbs)

ESD10
Overview
Overview
14
The Ultimate Compact Passive System
ESD10 - part number KVV 987 207
Introductions
Connection
The ESD10 is a compact passive 2-way, high output, full-range loudspeaker incorporating
a 10” trans-coil woofer and a wide dispersion rotatable horn. The ESD10 provides a smooth
hi fidelity response and delivers sound quality and level that is superior to many larger
competing products. Ideal as a main system speaker or as and adjunct to a larger FOH cabinet
to cover those hard to reach areas. The ESD10 is an all round affordable passive solution that
simply exudes quality.
The ESD10 features both Speakon (NL4) connectors and a terminal block. The connectors are
interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining“ of additional ESD10’s.
Applications
•Specically designed as a passive loudspeaker for high
quality, high output portable music playback and live
performance in small areas
•Full range stand-alone solution or scalable to larger
capabilities with subwoofers for large conference, meetings
and small to medium performance venues
•Multi-purpose xed installations
•Personal monitoring
•Inll for larger main KV2 Audio systems

Installation ESD10
Installation
15
Installation
Installations should be carried out using KV2 Audio’s horizontal or vertical U brackets. They are
mounted vertically using M10 points located on the side of the cabinet or in the top handle and
bottom M10 plate (supplied with horizontal bracket) for horizontal fixing and to a mounting post
with a diameter of 35mm using a support flange.
The ESD10 also features a 35mm speaker pole mount adapter housed at the bottom of the cabinet
for use with conventional speaker stands and poles.
EX10, ESD10 “U” HORIZONTAL BRACKET
PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT CODE: PRODUCT CODE:
EX10, ESD10 “U”VERTICAL BRACKET
KVV 987 033KVV 987 036
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ESD10
Freq.characteristics
Frequency characteristics
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Frequency response
Horizontal Polarplots
Vertical Polarplots
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Specifications ESD10
Specifications
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System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 125dB
Max SPL Peak 128dB
-3dB Response 65Hz - 20kHz
Recommended Power 500W
Sensitivity 96dB
Impedance 4Ω
Crossover Point 1.8kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 100° x 90°
Rotatable Horn YES
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1" / 1.75"
Diaphragm Material Titanium
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Low Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Front Loaded, Bass Reflex
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter / Design 10" / 2.5" / Trans Coil
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Protection RMS Limiter
Speaker Input
Speaker Input 2x Neutrik Speakon®, Terminal Block
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Handles 1
Pole Mount 35mm
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 514mm (20.32")
Width 310mm (12.20")
Depth 325mm (12.79")
Weight 16.5kg (36.38lbs)

ESD12
Overview
Overview
18
The Ultimate Passive System
ESD12 - part number KVV 987 199
Introductions
Connection
The ESD12 is a high quality 2-way, passive full range loudspeaker that provides unmatched
clarity and definition in a simple elegant package. The ESD12 utilizes a 12” trans coil woofer
and the same 3” NVPD large format compression driver found in our flagship VHD products,
which has one of the lowest distortion ratings on the planet. Combined with our unique
delay line technology the ESD12 delivers a beautifully balanced, phase coherent and accurate
compact, 2-way passive solution that is adaptable to a wide range of applications.
The ESD12 features both Speakon (NL4) connectors and a terminal block. The connectors are
interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining“ of additional ESD12’s.
Applications
•Designed as a passive loudspeaker for the highest quality
vocal and full range live performance in medium areas
•Suitable for medium to large conference, Theatre and small
to medium scale concerts
•Scalable from stand alone to full range large systems
incorporating EX subwoofers
•Fixed installations
•Houses of worship
•Stage monitoring

Installation ESD12
Installation
19
Installation
Installations should be carried out using KV2 Audio’s horizontal or vertical U brackets. They are
mounted vertically using M10 points located on the side of the cabinet or in the top handle and
bottom M10 plate (supplied with horizontal bracket) for horizontal fixing and to a mounting post
with a diameter of 35mm using a support flange.
The ESD12 also features a 35mm speaker pole mount adapter housed at the bottom of the cabinet
for use with conventional speaker stands and poles.
ESD12 “U” HORIZONTAL BRACKET
PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT CODE: PRODUCT CODE:
EX12, ESD12 “U”VERTICAL BRACKET
KVV 987 057KVV 987 213