KEF iQ9 - User Manual

Part No.290177M
Issue 3: April 11
th
2005
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(GB) Specifications
(F) Spécifications
(D) Technische Merkmale
(I) Specifiche
(ES) Especificaciones
(P) Especificações
(NL) Technische gegevens
(DK) Specifikationer
Model
Design
Drive units
Frequency response
Crossover frequency
Amplifier requirements
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)
Maximum output
Nominal impedance
Magnetic shielding
Weight
Dimensions H x W x D
KEF Audio (UK),
Eccleston Road,Tovil, Maidstone,
Kent, ME15 6QP UK.
Telephone: +44 (0)1622 672261
Fax: +44 (0)1622 750653
www.kef.com
KEF America, Inc.
10 Timber Lane, Marlboro,
New Jersey, 07746 USA.
Telephone: +(1)732 683 2356
Fax: +(1)732 683 2358
www.kefamerica.com
GP Acoustics GmbH
Heinrichstraße 51, D-44536 Lünen,
Deutschland.
Telephone: +49 (0)231 9860-320
Fax: +49 (0)231 9860-330
www.kefaudio.de
iQ1
Two-way bass reflex
130mm (5
1
/4”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/4”) alu dome HF
50Hz - 40KHz
2.8kHz
10-100W
88dB
108dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
4.5kg (9.9lbs)
301 x 175 x 261 mm
11.8 x 6.9 x 10.3 in.
iQ3
Two-way bass reflex
165mm (6
1
/2”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/4”) alu dome HF
45Hz - 40KHz
2.8kHz
15-120W
89dB
110dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
6.7kg (14.8lbs)
365 x 220 x 327 mm
14.4 x 8.7 x 12.9 in.
iQ5
Three-way bass reflex
130mm (5
1
/
4”) LF
130mm (5
1
/
4”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/
4”) alu dome HF
43Hz - 40KHz
280Hz - 2.8kHz
15-130W
88dB
109dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
10.2kg (22.5lbs)
815 x 175 x 261 mm
32 x 6.9 x 10.3 in.
iQ7
Three-way bass reflex
165mm (6
1
/
2”) LF
165mm (6
1
/
2”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/
4”) alu dome HF
40Hz - 40KHz
250Hz - 2.8kHz
15-150W
90dB
111dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
14.5kg (32lbs)
865 x 220 x 327 mm
34 x 8.7 x 12.9 in.
iQ9
Three-way bass reflex
2 x 165mm (6
1
/
2”) LF
165mm (6
1
/
2”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/
4”) alu dome HF
38Hz - 40KHz
250Hz - 2.8kHz
15-200W
91dB
113dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
16.6kg (36.6lbs)
942 x 220 x 327 mm
37 x 8.7 x 12.9 in.
Model
Design
Drive units
Frequency response
Crossover frequency
Amplifier requirements
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)
Maximum output
Nominal impedance
Magnetic shielding
Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D)
iQ2c
Two-way bass reflex
130mm (5
1
/4”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/4”) alu dome HF
70Hz - 40KHz
2.8kHz
10-100W
89dB
109dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
4.7kg (10.3lbs)
165 x 418 x 220 mm
6.5 x 16.4 x 8.7 in.
iQ6c
Three-way bass reflex
2 x 130mm (5
1
/4”) LF
130mm (5
1
/4”) Uni-Q
19mm (
3
/4”) alu dome HF
65Hz - 40KHz
280Hz - 2.8kHz
15-150W
90dB
111dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
Ye s
8.9kg (19.6lbs)
165 x 512 x 255 mm
6.5 x 20.1 x 10 in.
iQ8ds
Two-way closed box
2 x 130mm (5
1
/4”) Uni-Q
2 x 19mm (
3
/4”) alu dome HF
65Hz - 40KHz
2.8kHz
10-100W
83dB
103dB
8Ω (min 3.2Ω)
No
5.2kg (11.5lbs)
180 x 360 x 175 mm
7.1 x 14.2 x 6.7 in.
Installation Manual
Manuel d’installation
Installationshandbuch
Manuale d’installazione
Manual de instalación
Manual de instalação
Installatiehandleiding
Installationsanvisning
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KEF Audio reserve the right, in line with continuous research and development,
to amend or change specifications without prior notice. E&O.E.

Summary

Speaker Specifications and Models

Important Points for Speaker Use

Warranty and Care Instructions

Follow manual, return warranty card, and avoid environmental hazards like damp or extreme temperatures.

Safety Precautions

Secure trailing cables to prevent hazards and avoid using spirit-based cleaners.

Troubleshooting and Sound Issues

Guide to identifying and resolving problems, including working status, sound intermittency, and distortion.

Speaker Connections and Positioning

Reduced LF Placement Guidance

Guidance on attenuating low frequencies when speakers are placed near walls or corners, or in front of a TV.

Speaker Positioning Diagrams

Visual guides for positioning various speaker models (iQ1, iQ3, iQ5, iQ7, iQ9, iQ8ds, iQ2c, iQ6c) in a surround sound setup.

Speaker Wiring Options

Single Wire Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers using a single set of speaker cables to the amplifier.

Bi-wired Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers using two sets of speaker cables for improved signal transmission.

Bi-amplified Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers with separate amplifiers for bass and treble frequencies.

KEF iQ9 Specifications

General

Sensitivity	91dB (2.83V/1m)
Impedance	8 Ohms
Amplifier Requirements	15 - 200W
Maximum Output	113dB
Crossover Frequencies	2.8kHz
Drive Units	165mm (6.5in)
Finish	Black Ash