GENELEC 8050B - Loudspeaker

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Product typeBi-amplified active studio monitor
BrandGenelec
Model8050B
Dimensions (H x W x D)410 x 256 x 344 mm (16.1 x 10.1 x 13.5 in)
Weight14 kg (30.9 lb)
Frequency response32 Hz – 25 kHz (-6 dB)
Maximum SPL110 dB peak at 1 m
Amplifier power160 W (LF) + 120 W (HF)
Drivers8" woofer + 1" metal dome tweeter
Input connectorXLR balanced (analog)
Input impedance10 kΩ balanced
Input sensitivity-6 dBu to +6 dBu (adjustable)
Crossover frequency3 kHz (active)
Bass managementRoom response controls (treble, bass, presence)
Power savingIntelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) auto-standby
Power supply100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumptionStandby < 0.5 W, idle 15 W, max 200 W
Operating temperature0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
MountingOptional brackets or table stands
SafetyOvervoltage, overcurrent, thermal protection
CleaningWipe with dry or slightly damp cloth; do not use solvents
RepairabilityGenelec spare parts available; authorized service centers
CertificationCE, RoHS

Frequently Asked Questions - 8050B GENELEC

What is the frequency response of the Genelec 8050B?
The frequency response is 32 Hz to 25 kHz (-6 dB).
What type of input does the 8050B use?
It uses a balanced XLR analog input.
How much power does each amplifier deliver?
The LF amp delivers 160 W and the HF amp delivers 120 W.
What is the weight of the 8050B?
The speaker weighs 14 kg (30.9 lb).
Does the 8050B have room response controls?
Yes, it includes treble, bass, and presence controls to compensate for room acoustics.
What is the ISS feature?
ISS (Intelligent Signal Sensing) automatically puts the speaker into standby when no signal is detected, saving power.
What are the dimensions of the 8050B?
Dimensions are 410 x 256 x 344 mm (height x width x depth).
Can the 8050B be mounted on a stand?
Yes, it can be placed on table stands or mounted using optional brackets.
What is the recommended cleaning method?
Use a dry or slightly damp cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
How do I get spare parts or service?
Contact Genelec authorized service centers or your local dealer for genuine spare parts.

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USER MANUAL 8050B GENELEC

Operating Manual 2-6

Käyttöohje 7-11

操作手册 12-16

GENELEC 8050B - 1

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GENELEC 8050B - 2

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Genelec 8040B and 8050B Active Monitoring Systems

System

The GENELEC 8040B and 8050B are two way active monitoring loudspeakers designed to produce high SPL output, low coloration and broad bandwidth in a small enclosure size. They are suitable for a wide variety of tasks, such as near field monitoring, mobile vans, broadcast and TV control rooms, surround sound systems and home studios. Designed as active loudspeakers, they contain drivers, power amplifiers, active crossover filters and protection circuitry. The Minimum Diffraction Enclosure™ (MDE™) and advanced Directivity Control Waveguide™ (DCW™) technologies provide excellent frequency balance even in difficult acoustic environments.

Drivers

The bass driver dimensions are 165 mm (6 1/2") and 205 mm (8") for 8040B and 8050B respectively. The long, flow optimized reflex tube has a large cross sectional area and terminates with a wide flare at the back of the enclosure. The high frequency driver is a 19 mm (3/4") metal dome on the 8040B and a 25 mm (1") metal dome on the 8050B. Both drivers are magnetically shielded.

Crossover

The active crossover network consists of two parallel bandpass filters. The crossover frequency is 3.0 kHz on the 8040B and 1.8 kHz on the 8050B. The active crossover controls ("treble tilt", "desktop low frequency", "bass tilt" and "bass roll-off") allow precise matching of the loudspeakers to any room environment.

Amplifiers

The amplifier unit is mounted in the rear of the loudspeaker enclosure. The unit incorporates special circuitry for driver thermal overload protection. Variable input sensitivity allows accurate level matching to console output section.

Connections

Each loudspeaker is supplied with a mains cable and an operating manual. Before connecting up, ensure that the mains switch is off (see figure 1). Audio input is via a 10 kOhm balanced XLR connector, but unbalanced leads may be used as long as pin 3 is grounded to pin 1 of the XLR (see figure 3). Once the connections have been made, the loudspeakers are ready to be switched on.

Mounting considerations Align the loudspeakers correctly

Always place the loudspeakers so that their acoustic axes (see figure 2) are aimed towards the listening position. Vertical placement is preferable, as it minimises acoustical cancellation problems around the crossover frequency.

Maintain symmetry

Check that the loudspeakers are placed symmetrically and at an equal distance from the listening position. If possible, place the system so that the listening position is on the centerline of the room and the loudspeakers are placed at an equal distance from the centerline.

Minimise reflections

Acoustic reflections from objects close to the loudspeakers like desks, cabinets, computer monitors etc. can cause unwanted colouration and blurring of the sound image. These can be minimised by placing the loudspeaker clear of reflective surfaces. For instance, putting the loudspeakers on stands behind and above the mixing console usually gives a better result than placing them on the meter bridge.

REFLEXPOR THREADSFOR CEILINGAND WALLMOUNTS TONECONTROLS CONNECTORPANEL (HORIZONTAL) ISO-Pod™ T ABLE STAND Figure 1. Amplifier panel layout of the 8040B

8040B: h=240 mm 8050B: h=290 mm Figure 2. Location of the acoustic axis h ≥ 0,7 m ACOUSTIC AXIS hC Figur 2. Location of the acoustic axis

Cable RCA (Source) Screen XLR (Speaker) Figure 3. RCA to XLR cable

Minimum clearances

Sufficient cooling for the amplifier and functioning of the reflex port must be ensured if the loudspeaker is installed in a restricted space such as a cabinet, or integrated into a wall structure. The surroundings of the loudspeaker must always be open to the listening room with a minimum clearance of 5 centimeters (2") behind, above and on both sides of the loudspeaker. The space adjacent to the amplifier must either be ventilated or sufficiently large to dissipate heat so that the ambient temperature does not rise above 35 degrees Celsius (95°F).

Mounting options

The vibration insulating Isolation Positioner/Decoupler™ (Iso-Pod™) table stand allows tilting of the loudspeaker for correct alignment of the acoustic axis. The stand can be attached to three mounting points allowing vertical and symmetrical horizontal positioning (see figures 1 and 5).

Genelec 8040B and 8050B can be fitted to Omnimount® Series 30 (8040B) and 60 (8050B) and König & Meyer loudspeaker mounts on two sets of M6x10 mm threaded holes on the back of the enclosure. On the base of the enclosure is an M10x10 mm threaded hole which can be used for securing the loudspeaker to its base. Do not use this thread for mounting the loudspeaker on a microphone stand which has a 3/8" UNC thread.

Setting the input sensitivity

The input sensitivity of the loudspeakers can be matched to the output of the mixing console, or other source, by adjusting the input sensitivity control on the rear panel (see figure 1). A screwdriver is needed for the adjustment. The manufacturer's default setting for this control is -6 dBu (fully clockwise) which gives an SPL of 100 dB @1m with -6 dBu input level.

ISS ^TM autostart function

When the power switch on the loudspeaker is set to "ON", the Intelligent Signal Sensing™ (ISS™) autostart function of the loudspeaker is active. Automatic powering down to standby mode happens after a certain time when playback has ended. The power consumption in standby mode is typically less than 0.5 watts. The playback will automatically resume once an input signal is detected from the source.

There is a slight delay in the automatic powering up. If this is undesirable, the ISS™ function can be disabled by setting the "ISS DISABLE" switch on the back panel to "ON" position. In this mode, the monitor is powered on and off using the power switch on the back panel.

Setting the tone controls

The frequency response of the system may also have to be adjusted to match the acoustic environment. The adjustment is carried out by setting the three tone control switch groups "treble tilt", "bass tilt" and "bass roll-off" on the rear panel of the amplifier. There is also a special "desktop low frequency" tone control which gives an attenuation of 4 dB at 160 Hz to compensate the effect of a mixing console, desk or other reflective surface between the listener and the loudspeaker. The factory settings for these controls are all "OFF" to give a flat anechoic response.

Bass roll-off control

Bass roll-off (first switch group from the left) affects the low frequency roll-off of the loudspeaker and attenuates its energy output near the cut-off frequency. Attenuation levels of -2, -4 or -6 dB can be selected.

Speaker Mounting Position Ttleble tilt Basstilt Bass roll-offDesktop LF
Flat anechoic response NoneNone None None
Free standing in a damped roomNone -2 dBNone None
Free standing in a reverberant roomNone -4 dBNone None
Near field on a reflective surfaceNone -2 dBNone-4 dB
In a cornerNone-4 dB-4 dBNone

Table 1. Suggested tone control settings in some typical situations

GENELEC 8050B - Bass roll-off control - 1

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Figure 4. K&M type wall mount

Technical diagram of a device rear panel with labeled components and internal wiring

Figure 5. The Iso-Pod™ can also be attached to the side of the enclosure for horizontal mounting.

GENELEC 8050B - Bass roll-off control - 3

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Figure 6. Carrying bag for a pair of 8040B loudspeakers.

Desktop low frequency control

The desktop low frequency control (fifth switch of first switch group from the left) attenuates the bass frequencies around 160 Hz by 4 dB (see figures 7 and 9). This feature is designed to compensate for the boost often occurring at this frequency range when the loudspeaker is placed upon a meter bridge, table or similar reflective surface.

Bass tilt control

The bass tilt control switches (second switch group from the left) offer three attenuation levels for the bass response below 800 Hz, usually necessary when the loudspeakers are placed near room boundaries. The attenuation levels are -2 dB, -4 dB and -6 dB.

Treble tilt control

Treble tilt (third switch group from the left) allows adjusting the treble response above 5 kHz by +2, -2, or -4 dB, which can be used for correcting an excessively bright or dull sounding system.

An acoustic measuring system such as WinMLS is recommended for analyzing the effects of the adjustments, however, care-

ful listening with suitable test recordings can also lead to good results if a test system is not available. Table 1 shows some typical settings in various situations. Figures 7 and 9 show the effect of the controls on the anechoic response.

Always start adjustment by setting all switches to "OFF" position. Then set only one switch per group to the "ON" position to select the desired adjustment. If more than one switch is set to "ON" (within one switch group) the attenuation value is not accurate.

Measure or listen systematically through the different combinations of settings to find the best frequency balance.

Maintenance

No user serviceable parts are to be found within the loudspeaker cabinet or the amplifier unit. Any maintenance or repair of the loudspeaker should only be undertaken by qualified service personnel.

Safety considerations

Although the 8040B and 8050B have been designed in accordance with international safety standards, to ensure safe operation and to maintain the loudspeaker under safe operating conditions, the following warnings and cautions must be observed:

• Servicing and adjustment must only be performed by qualified service personnel. The loudspeaker must not be opened.
- Do not use this product with an unearthed mains cable as this may lead to personal injury.
• To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to water or moisture. Do not place any objects filled with liquid, such as vases on the loudspeaker or near it.
• Note that the amplifier is not completely disconnected from the AC mains service unless the mains power cord is removed from the amplifier or the mains outlet.
• Free flow of air behind the loudspeaker is necessary to maintain sufficient cooling. Do not obstruct airflow around the loudspeakers.
- Do not expose the loudspeaker to water or moisture. Do not place any objects filled with liquid, such as vases on the loudspeaker or near it.

WARNING!

Genelec 8040B and 8050B loudspeakers are capable of producing sound pressure levels in excess of 85 dB, which may cause permanent hearing damage.

GENELEC 8050B - WARNING! - 1

line | Frequency (Hz) | Desktop LF | Bass TILT | Bass Roll-Off | TREBLE TILT | | -------------- | ---------- | --------- | ------------- | ----------- | | 20 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 50 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 100 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 200 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 500 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 1k | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 2k | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 5k | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 10k | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | | 20k | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 | ~87 |

Figure 7. The curves above show the effect of the "bass tilt", "treble tilt", "desktop low frequency" and "bass roll-off" controls on the free field response of the 8040B.

GENELEC 8050B - WARNING! - 2

line | Frequency (Hz) | dA (dBm) | | -------------- | -------- | | 20 | 50 | | 50 | 85 | | 100 | 85 | | 200 | 85 | | 500 | 85 | | 1k | 85 | | 2k | 85 | | 5k | 85 | | 10k | 85 | | 20k | 85 |

Figure 8. The upper curve group shows the horizontal directivity characteristics of the 8040B measured at 1 m. The lower curve shows the system's power response.

GENELEC 8050B - WARNING! - 3

line | Frequency (Hz) | DESKTOP LF | BASS TILT | BASS ROLL-OFF | TREBLE TILT | | -------------- | ---------- | --------- | ------------- | ----------- | | 20 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 50 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 100 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 200 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 500 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 1k | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 2k | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 5k | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 10k | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 20k | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 |

Figure 9. The curves above show the effect of the "bass tilt", "treble tilt", "desktop low frequency" and "bass roll-off" controls on the free field response of the 8050B

GENELEC 8050B - WARNING! - 4

line | Frequency (Hz) | Amplitude (dB) | | -------------- | -------------- | | 20 | ~50 | | 50 | ~85 | | 100 | ~85 | | 200 | ~85 | | 500 | ~85 | | 1k | ~85 | | 2k | ~85 | | 5k | ~85 | | 10k | ~85 | | 20k | ~85 |

Figure 10. The upper curve group shows the horizontal directivity characteristics of the 8050B measured at 1 m. The lower curve shows the system's power response.

Guarantee

Genelec 8040B and 8050B are supplied with two year guarantee against manufacturing faults or defects that might alter the performance of the loudspeakers. Refer to supplier for full sales and guarantee terms.

Compliance to FCC rules

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  2. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  3. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

8040B 8050B
Lower cut-off frequency, -3 dBUpper cut-off frequency, -3 dB≤ 45 Hz≥ 21 kHz≤ 35 Hz≥ 21 kHz
Free field frequency response of system (± 2.0 dB)48 Hz - 20 kHz 38 Hz- 20 kHz
Maximum short term sine wave acoustic output on axis in half space, averaged from 100 Hz to 3 kHz@ 1 m@ 0.5 m≥ 105 dB SPL≥ 111 dB SPL≥ 110 dB SPL≥ 116 dB SPL
Maximum long term RMS acoustic output in same conditions with IEC weighted noise (limited by driver unit protection circuit) @ 1 m≥ 99 dB SPL ≥ 101 dB SPL
Maximum peak acoustic output per pair above console top, @ 1 m distance with music material≥ 115 dB SPL ≥ 120 dB SPL
Self generated noise level in free field @ 1m on axis (A-weighted)≤ 10 dB ≤ 10 dB
Harmonic distortion at 90 dB SPL @ 1m on axisFreq. 50 to 100 Hz> 100 Hz< 2 %< 0.5 %< 2 %< 0.5 %
Drivers:BassTrebleBoth drivers are magnetically shielded165 mm ( 6^1/_2 in)19 mm ( ^3/_4 in)metal dome205 mm (8 in)25 mm (1 in)metal dome
Weight: 8.6 kg (18.9 lbs) 14.4 kg (31.7 lbs)
Dimensions:Height (without table supportHeight (including table support)WidthDepth350 mm ( 13^13/_16 in)365 mm ( 14^3/_8 in)237 mm ( 9^3/_8 in)223 mm ( 8^13/_16 in)433 mm ( 17^1/_16 in)452 mm ( 17^13/_16 in)286 mm ( 11^1/_4 in)278 mm ( 10^15/_16 in)
croSSover SecTloNSySTeM SPeciFlcATIoNS
8040B 8050B
Input connector XLR female Pin 1 grid, pin 2 +, pin 3 -
Input impedance 10 kOhm balanced
Input level for maximum short term output of 100 dB SPL @ 1m:Adjustable from +6 to -6 dBu
Crossover frequency, Bass/Treble 30 kHz18 kHz
Treble tilt control operating range in 2 dB stepsFrom +2 to -4 dB & MUTE @ 15 kHzFrom +2 to -4 dB & MUTE @ 15 kHz
Desktop low frequency control operating range-4 dB @ 160 Hz-4 dB @ 160 Hz
Bass roll-off control operating range in 2 dB stepsFrom 0 to -6 dB @ 45 HzFrom 0 to -6 dB @ 35 Hz
Bass tilt control operating range in 2 dB stepsFrom 0 to -6 dB @ 100 Hz & MUTEFrom 0 to -6 dB @ 100 Hz & MUTE
The 'CAL' position is with all tone controls set to 'off' and the input sensitivity control to maximum (fully clockwise)
AMPLIFIER SecTIoN
8040B 8050B
Bass amplifier short term output power90 W150 W
90 W120 W
Treble amplifier short term output power
Long term output power is limited by driver unit protection circuitry
Amplifier system distortion at nominal output
THD≤ 0.05 %≤ 0.05 %
SMPTE-IM≤ 0.05 %≤ 0.05 %
CCIF-IM≤ 0.05 %≤ 0.05 %
DIM 100≤ 0.05 %≤ 0.05 %
Signal to Noise ratio, referred to full output
Bass≥100 dB≥100 dB
Treble≥100 dB≥100 dB
Mains voltage 100, 120, 220 or 230 / according to region
Voltage operating range ±10 % ±10 %
Power consumption
Idle10 W10 W
Standby< 0.5 W<0.5 W
Full output110 W170 W

GENELEC 8050B - Compliance to FCC rules - 1

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Genelec 8040B- ja 8050B-aktiivikaiuttimet

Yleistä

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GENELEC 8050B - Yleistä - 1

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Desktop low frequency

line | Frequency (Hz) | Desktop LF | Bass TILT | BASS ROLL-OFF | TREBLE TILT | | -------------- | ---------- | --------- | ------------- | ----------- | | 20 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | ~85 | | 50 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 100 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 200 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 500 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 1k | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 2k | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 5k | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 10k | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | | 20k | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 | ~86 |
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图3. RCA转接线

最小间距

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GENELEC 8050B - 最小间距 - 1

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图6 8040B音箱便携包

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Phone +358 17 83881

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Email genelec@genelec.com

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