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HX-5B/HX-5B-WP/HX-5W/HX-5W-WP
FEATURES
Design background
The HX-5 is an innovative modular speaker design that
incorporates the best characteristics of the traditional,
cumbersome woofer enclosure combined with a CD
horn-loaded high frequency driver and the full-range
compact speaker enclosure without the drawbacks
associated with each type.
The traditional speaker system was able to provide well-
controlled sound coverage but posed various difficulties
for correct installation and also presented an old-
fashioned appearance as well that impacts on the
venue's appearance. The full-range compact speaker
enclosure is easy to install, but the design's sound
coverage is hard to control.
The HX-5 features remarkably easy to control coverage
characteristics including problematic low frequencies
and can be installed in a multitude of ways while
maintaining a modern, unobstrusive appearance.
Adjustable sound dispersion
A system is configured by vertically stacking four
speaker modules with a total driver complement of four
woofers and 12 tweeters positioned along the baffle
surface. This configuration allows the variable directivity
control and low-frequency dispersion control comparable
to using a large constant-directivity horn speaker. A
choice of four directivity angles - 15, 30, 45 and 60
degrees can be employed as needed. For instance, a
specific directivity angle, or each module can have its
directivity independently set for a specific coverage
requirement. When two or multiple modules are
connected to configure an arc, they effectively function
as an immense single speaker controlling directivity for
considerably lower frequencies. As a result, public
address functions demonstrate optimal intelligibility even
in environments with long reverb times.
Minimal reflective effects
Whether mounted on the wall or ceiling, the HX-5 is
remarkably free from the comb filter and interference
effects often encountered with other speaker designs. It
can therefore produce more low frequency output even
when mounted on the wall or ceiling.
Versatile mounting options
Compared to many other speaker designs, the HX-5
Series is remarkably easy to install in several ways. It
can be hung easily with chains, strong wires and cables
using the accessory brackets. There are also options for
hanging with a pre-install frame by itself or configured
with a subwoofer. There are also other options including
ceiling and wall brackets as well as an adapter for use
with a dedicated stand.
Four Stages
Angle of beam spread
When you arrange the pluralIn multiple unit configurations, the HX-5 will be able to
deliver greater low frequency output over its angle of dispersion.
15°, 30°, 45°, 60°
400Hz -“ 800Hz -“
CD horn HX-5
Large-scale
CD horn
Directivity
changeable
speaker
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HX-5B/HX-5B-WP/HX-5W/HX-5W-WP
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
60 degree mode
45 degree mode
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HX-5B/HX-5W
HX-5B-WP/HX-5W-WP
Single Unit: 8-„¦ (1W/1m) Connected Two Units; 4-„¦ (1W/1m) Single Unit: 8-„¦ (1W/1m) Connected Two Units: 4-„¦ (1W/1m)