CSX-LIVE 118 | Compact, Direct Radiating Powered Subwoofer

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The CSX-LIVE 118 is a compact, high-performance subwoofer that extends the low frequency operating range of a CDD-LIVE full-range system to 40Hz — providing exceptional low frequency impact and increasing headroom. It features a long-excursion 18” (460mm)/4” (100 mm) voice coil driver with a water-resistant cone and triple roll surround in a compact reflex enclosure. The design of the 18” driver maximises output while minimising power compression and distortion, and the four reflex ports have a large frontal area to reduce turbulent air noise at very high levels. With a maximum SPL capability of 135dB peak at 1 metre, the CSX-LIVE 118 is the ideal subwoofer for theatre and portable live sound applications, as well as premium installations that require the maximum output from a compact enclosure.

Features

Compact, self-powered subwoofer
1 x 18” (460mm) driver with 4” (100mm) voice coil
Onboard Class D amplification and DSP
Dante™ Digital Audio networking
Global mains operation with Power Factor Correction
Tour-grade plywood enclosure with flying inserts
IP24 rating option with rain cowl

Applications

Live sound reinforcement
Theatre sound
Corporate AV events
Fixed installations in concert halls, ballrooms and HoW
Bars and clubs

A self-powered system, the CSX-LIVE 118 incorporates a Class D amplifier, DSP and Dante™ digital audio networking — simplifying set-up, enhancing control and eliminating amplifier racks. The onboard amplifier delivers 2000W peak output to the driver, and its switched-mode power supply auto-ranges to global mains voltages from 100 to 240V 50/60Hz. DSP functions — including parametric EQ, delay, muting, gain and preset selection — can be controlled over Ethernet from a PC or Windows® tablet via intuitive VU-NET™ proprietary software.

For simple set-ups, ‘plug-and-play’ presets for operation with the CDD-LIVE 8, 12 or 15 — as well as a user-defined preset — can be selected on the rear panel, instead of using computer control. Additional presets provide the appropriate settings for the rear-facing subwoofer in a cardioid pair.

As an alternative to its analogue inputs, the CSX-LIVE 118 is Dante enabled for digital audio distribution and control over a single CAT5 cable to maintain audio quality however long the cable run.

The enclosure is constructed from multi-laminate plywood with a durable polyurea coating and equipped with a perforated steel grille, twin grab handles, skids, M10 flying inserts and a threaded pole socket.

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Specification

Acoustics
TYPE	Compact, direct radiating powered subwoofer
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (3)	47Hz – 150Hz ±3dB, -10dB @ 41Hz
DRIVER	18” (460mm)/4” (100mm) voice coil, long excursion, ferrite magnet, waterproof cone
INPUT SENSITIVITY	-20dBu for 100dB SPL (CDD12/15 pre-set) -13dBu for 100dB SPL (CDD8 pre-set)
MAXIMUM SPL (4)	132dB continuous / 135dB peak
DISPERSION	Omnidirectional / or Cardioid (paired)
CROSSOVER	Active Presets for CDD Live 8, 12 & 15 mono-pole or cardioid (paired)
Module Audio input
CONNECTORS	Female XLR input, male XLR link output, Dante Audio Neutrik® Ethercon
ANALOGUE INPUT IMPEDANCE	20 kΩ balanced to ground
MAXIMUM ANALOGUE INPUT LEVEL	24.6 Vpp (+21dBu), over voltage protected
Internal Processing	Multi-channel DSP, programmable via TCP/IP using VU-Net software PEQ/shelving filters Up to 48dB/Oct LPF Up to 200ms input delay Pre-set selection via rear panel switch
Network
CONNECTORS	2 x Neutrik® Ethercon
PROTOCOL	TCP/IP and UDP/IP
Amplifier Module
TYPE	2 channel switch-mode, class D, Bridged Tied
PEAK OUTPUT POWER	2000W total
AVERAGE EFFICIENCY	89%
COOLING	External fan
MAXIMUM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE	40°C (104°F) for full output
Power Supply
TYPE	Switch mode, fixed frequency with PFC
AC INPUT OPERATING RANGE	85 – 265V ~ AC, 50 - 60Hz
POWER FACTOR	> 0.98
NOMINAL POWER CONSUMPTION	125W
MAINS CONNECTOR	Neutrik® Powercon True1
Mechanical
ENCLOSURE	Extensively braced multi-laminate plywood.
FINISH	Textured black PU coating.
PROTECTIVE GRILLE	HEX perforated mild steel with protective zinc plating and black powder coat finish.
FITTINGS	Two skids on base, with mating channels on top Four rear-mounted 100mm (4in) castors M20 top-mounted thread plate for pole mounting 16 x M10 mounting points 2x Bar handles, 1 on each side 4x fittings for optional transit cover Optional weather protection cowl
IP RATING	IP24 factory option available
DIMENSIONS	(W) 600mm x (H) 509mm x (D) 632mm (760mm including castors) (W) 23.62in x (H) 20.04in x (D) 24.86in (29.90in including castors)
WEIGHT	50kg (110lbs) excluding Transit cover
ACCESSORIES	Transit Cover

Architectural Specs

Martin Audio CSX-LIVE 118

The loudspeaker shall be a self-powered subwoofer consisting of a 18” reflex-loaded, long-excursion, low frequency transducer. The on-axis frequency response shall be 47Hz-150kHz +/- 3dB and the loudspeaker shall produce a maximum SPL of 135dB peak at 1 metre.

The loudspeaker shall incorporate a Class D amplifier module which shall deliver a total of 2000W peak output to the transducer and include onboard DSP and networking capabilities for remote control and monitoring. The loudspeaker shall be Dante™ enabled for Audio over IP. Its power supply shall employ Power Factor Correction and operate from 100-240V, 50-60Hz AC.

Audio connectors shall be male and female XLR type and the AC power connector shall be a Neutrik® Powercon True1. Network connectors shall be Neutrik® Ethercon RJ45 type.

The loudspeaker enclosure shall be constructed from multi-laminate plywood with a textured polyurea coating. The drivers shall be protected by a perforated steel grille and the enclosure shall be fitted with a threaded pole-mount plate, grab handles, skids and flying inserts.

An IP24 rating version with a rain cowl shall be available as a factory option.

Dimensions excluding castors (W x H x D) shall be 600mm x 509mm x 632mm (23.6in x 20in x 24.9in). Dimensions including castors (W x H x D) shall be 600mm x 509mm x 760mm (23.6in x 20in x 29.9in). Weight shall be 50kg (110lbs).

The loudspeaker shall be the Martin Audio CSX-LIVE 118.

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