Electro-Voice X6 User Manual

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ELECTRO-VOICE, INC.
BUCHANAN, MICHIGAN
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Specifications and
Instructions
Models X6, X8, X425,
X825, X36, X336, X2635
Crossover Networks
Model X36
Electro-Voice crossover networks are high-Q low insertion loss, frequency dis¬
criminatory filters designed for use in systems having a characteristic impedance
of 16 ohms. All E-V crossovers are of the constant-K configuration. A basic
advantage of the constant-K-type filter is that identical values of components may
be used in both scries and shunt arms; thus, identical phase rotation and transient
response are insured on either side of the crossover frequency.
E-V crossovers are designated by the 3 db down point in the network frequency’
response curve. For example, the high-pass section of the X8 crossover is 3 db
down at 800 cps, as is also the low-pass section. Attenuation in Electro-Voice
networks takes place at the rate of 12 db per octave for section filters and
6 db per octave for -section networks.
Because high-Q air-core inductors are used in these crossover networks, filter
characteristics are maintained constant despite changes in average values of
program level. Electro-Voice crossovers will safely handle up to 100 RMS watts.
Since the average level of program material in home listening rarely exceeds 2
watts, the safety’ margin inherent in the design of these units is indeed a large one.
All Electro-Voice crossover networks are housed in drawn steel cans. Finish is
gray and the component parts are potted in a thermoplastic asphalt.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model X425 X6 X8
X825 X36 X336
X2635
Crossover 400 cps 600 cps 800 cps 800 cps 3500 cps 300 cps 200 cps
Frequency 3500 cps 600 cps
3500 cps
Impedance 16 ohms 16 ohms 16 ohms
16 ohms 16 ohms 16 ohms 16 ohms
Insertion Loss—Lo
.8 db
.6 db .5 db
.8 db .75 db
1.5 db/.6 db
1.5 db/.6 db
Hi
.3 db
0 db
0 db .3 db 0 db 0 db
0 db
Section 14 section
Vi section Vi section Va section
Vt section Vi section
Vi section
Va section (300 cps) Va section (200 cps)
Attenuation 6 db/oct.
12 db/oct. 12 db/oct. 6 db/oct.
12 db/oct.
12 db/oct.
12 db/oct.
6 db/oct.(300 cps]
6 db/oct.(200 cps)
Phase Rotation
135°
270° 270° 135°
270°
270°
270°
135 c (300 cps)
135° (200 cps)
Dimensions—Height
4‘We
5%8
4 l Vis
3 7 /is 3“ia
5^8
6'/l6
Depth
3% 4%g 3% 3%
3%
49i«
514
Width 4 7 /t6
5Va 4 7 /l6
4 7 /t6 4 7 /io
514
5%
Shipping Weight 41b 51b 41b 3 lb
21b
91b
11 lb
MODEL X425 — The X425 crossover network is designed for use with most E-V
woofers or coaxial drivers in an infinite baffle when it is desired to cross over
to the mid range from the bass driver at a lower frequency.
MODEL X6 — The X6 crossover network is designed for use with the Electro-
Voice T25A or T10A driver units and 6HD Hoodwin diffraction horn.
MODEL X8 — The X8 crossover netw'ork is designed for use with the Electro-
Voice T25A or T10A driver units and 8 HO Hoodwin diffraction horn. The X8
is used in both the Aristocrat II and III systems, the Regency II and III systems,
and the Empire II and III systems.
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Electro-Voice X6 Specifications

General

Brand	Electro-Voice
Model	X6
Category	Crossover
Language	English

Summary

Crossover Networks Specifications and Instructions

Introduction to Electro-Voice Crossover Networks

High-Q low insertion loss, frequency discriminatory filters designed for 16-ohm systems with constant-K configuration.

Detailed Crossover Network Specifications

Table detailing crossover frequency, impedance, insertion loss, attenuation, phase rotation, dimensions, and shipping weight for various models.

Specific Model Crossover Applications

Details on Model X425, X6, and X8 crossover networks, including their intended use with specific E-V drivers and systems.

Crossover Network Applications and Diagrams

Model X825 and X36 Crossover Applications

Application of Model X825 with T10A driver and 8HD horn; Model X36 with T35/T35B Super-Sonax VHF drivers.

Model X336 and X2635 Crossover Applications

Application of Model X336 in Georgian 4-way system; X2635 in Patrician and Residence Entertainment Center.

Typical Wiring Diagram Configurations

Illustrations of single and cascaded network wiring diagrams for Electro-Voice crossover networks.

Crossover Network Impedance and System Considerations

Notes on using 16-ohm designed crossovers in 8-ohm systems and implications of unequal driver impedances.