KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System User Guide

: June 11, 2024
: KV2 audio

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ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System
ESM26 The Ultimate compact Passive Monitor
ESM Series · Accessories
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ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System
User Guide KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor
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ESM Series User Guide
· ESM26 · ESM12 · ESM312

ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System

The Future of Sound. Made Perfectly Clear.
At KV2 Audio our vision is to constantly develop technologies that eliminate distortion and loss of information providing a true dynamic representation of the source.
Our aim is to create audio products that absorb you, place you within the performance and deliver a listening experience beyond expectations.

ESM Series · Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

Before using your ESM Series, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of these operating instructions and the safety suggestions.

Read all product instructions.
Keep printed instructions, do not throw away.
Respect and review all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with KV2 Audio’s recommended installation instructions.
Only use accessories specified by KV2 Audio.
Install the product only with rigging specified by KV2 Audio, or sold with the loudspeaker.
Unplug this loudspeaker during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the loudspeaker has been damaged in any way, such as when the plug has been damaged; liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the loudspeaker; rain or moisture has entered the loudspeaker; the loudspeaker has been dropped; or when for undetermined reasons the loudspeaker does not operate normally.
Do not remove front or back panels. Removal of the panel will expose hazardous voltages. There are no user serviceable parts inside and removable may void the warranty.
An experienced user shall always supervise this professional audio equipment.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE PANELS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
SAFETY SUMMARY
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the loudspeaker from the AC mains before installing audio cable. Reconnect the power cord only after making all signal connections. Connect the loudspeaker to a topple, three- wire grounding mains receptacle. The receptacle must be connected to a fuse or circuit breaker. Connection to any other type of receptacle poses a shock hazard and may violate local electrical codes. Do not allow water or any foreign object to get inside the loudspeaker. Do not put objects containing liquid on or near the unit. To reduce the risk of overheating the loudspeaker, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. Do not install the unit near heat- emitting appliances, such as a room heater or stove. This loudspeaker contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. The unit contains no user serviceable parts, repairs should be performed only by factory trained service personnel.

ESM26 The Ultimate compact Passive Monitor

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
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Application
Specifically designed as an extremely compact-low profile passive-vocal floor monitor

Live performance
Concert venues
Portable PA
Fixed installations

Introduction
The ESM26 is a purpose built stage monitor with incredible clarity and presence, especially in the all important vocal range.
Incorporating two high quality 6″ drivers and a 1.75″ compression driver on a 100 x 100 degree horn flare. The ESM26 utilizes KV2’s revolutionary delay line technology for optimum output and feedback rejection. A full width bass port along the bottom of the cabinet couples with the floor to deliver bass response comparable to monitors twice its size. Under 400mm wide this small monitor takes up minimal room on stage and is ideal for visually critical applications like TV and theatre.
Connection
The ESM26 features two Speak on (NL4) connectors. The connectors are interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining” of additional ESM26’s. KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
Speakon

ESM26 · Drawings
Drawings

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
Drawings

ESM26 · Specifications

System Acoustic Performance

The Ultimate Passive Monitor

ESM12 · Overview

ESM12L – part number KVV 987 216
ESM12R – part number KVV 987 218

Application
Specifically designed as an extremely high output, full range-low profile passive vocal and music floor monitor

Live performance
Concert venues
Portable PA
Fixed installations

Introduction
The ESM12 is a full-range low profile 2-way, passive monitoring solution with a 12″ trans-coil neo woofer and the same 3″ NVPD large format compression driver found in our flagship VHD products. The ESM12 also features our revolutionary passive delay line, which dramatically reduces feedback. Housed in a professional Baltic Birch cabinet, with a protective Polymer coating and heavy-duty grill, the ESM12 can be utilized for FOH applications with the inclusion of a pole mount. Truly one of the most impressive monitoring solutions on the market today, the ESM12 is available in left and right configurations.
Connection
The ESM12 features Speak on (NL4) connectors. The connectors are interconnected in parallel to allow the “daisy chaining” of additional ESM12’s. KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
Speakon1

ESM12L · Drawings
Drawings

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System - Drawings
1 KV2 Audio ESM Series
Compact Passive Stage Monitor System - Drawings 1

ESM12 · Specifications
Specifications

System Acoustic Performance

ESM 312
STAGE MONITOR 4 Ohms / 1000 Watts
High Output Full-range 3-Way Monitor
ESM312 – part number KVV 987 467

Application
Specifically designed as an extremely compact-low profile passive-vocal floor monitor

Live performance
Concert venues
Portable PA
Fixed installations

Introduction
The ESM312 is a very high output full-range low profile 3-way, passive monitoring solution with two bass reflex loaded 12“ neo woofers, a single horn loaded 6“ mid range woofer and a 1“ compression driver. Housed in a professional robust Baltic Birch cabinet, with a protective Polymer paint coating and heavy-duty grille, the ESM312 can be utilized for all large scale stage monitoring applications, where quick and easy set up is required. The ESM312 is truly one of the most impressive monitoring solutions on the market today.
ESM312 Angles options

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System - Angles
options

ESM312 · Connection
Connection

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
Speakon2

ESM312 · Connection · Wiring
Connection
2x ESM312 + any amplifier according to the specifications KV2 Audio ESM
Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System - Speakon3

ESM312 · Drawings
Drawings

KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
Speakon4

ESM312 · Specifications
Specifications

System Acoustic Performance

ESM Series · Accessories

Covers
Cover for ESM26

part name:
COVER ESM26
part number: KVV 987 281
description: KV2 Audio ESM Series Compact Passive Stage Monitor System -
fig3 – heavy duty
– padded

Cover for ESM12-Left	Cover for ESM12-Right

part name:
COVER ESM12L part number:
KVV 987 262
description:
– heavy duty
– padded| part name:
COVER ESM12R
part number: KVV 987 261
description:
– heavy duty
– padded

Bass speaker cables

Bass speaker cable Speak on 4.40	Bass speaker cable Speak on 4.15

part name:
Cable Speakon 4.40
part number:
KVV 987 327 description:
– 4 wire speaker cable
– Speak on NL4 connectors
– 4m (13ft)
– for K-RIG Bass Module hook-up| part name:
Cable Speak on 4.15
part number:
KVV 987 326 description:
– 4 wire speaker cable
– Speak on NL4 connectors
– 1,5m (5ft)
– for K-RIG Bass Module hook-up

Speaker cables

Speaker cable 2 x 1,5mm	Speak on NL4

part name:
1m – round flexible speaker cable, cross section 2 x 1.5mm
part number: WX 002| part name:
SPEAKON NL4
part number: KA 027

Speaker cable 4 x 2,5mm

part name:
1m – round flexible speaker cable,
cross section 4 x 2.5mm part number:
WX 003| part name:
ESM, Speak on NL4 wiring positive pin (1 +, 2 + parallel) negative pin
(1 -, 2 – parallel)
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Recommended speaker cable lengths

MINIMUM CROSS SECTION [mm²]| LENGTH [m], impedance 4Ω| LENGTH [m], impedance 8Ω| LENGTH [m], impedance 16Ω
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1.5| 8| 15| 30
2.5| 15| 30| 60
2 x 2.5| 20| 40| 90
4| 25| 50| 100

ESM Series · Warranty · Service

Warranty
Your ESM Series is covered against defects in material and workmanship.
Refer to your supplier for more details.
Service
In the unlikely event that your ESM Series develops a problem, it must be returned to an authorized distributor, service center or shipped directly to our factory. Because of the complexity of the design and the risk of electrical shock, all repairs must be attempted only by qualified technical personnel.
If the unit needs to be shipped back to the factory, it must be sent in its original carton. If improperly packed, the unit may be damaged.
To obtain service, contact your nearest KV2 Audio Service Centre, Distributor or Dealer.

ESM Series · Notes

The Future of Sound.
Made Perfectly Clear.
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