EAW Cinema CB523M Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications CB523M

CINEMA SERIES

APPLICATION

• Approved for use in THX®-certified theaters

• For medium-sized theaters

• Triamplified 3-way screen channel loudspeaker

PRODUCT INFORMATION

The CB523M triamplified three-way full-range screen channel loud­speaker system has been approved for use in THX-certified theaters.

Three-way design dramatically advances cinema audio quality by
improving the naturalness and intelligibility of dialog, eliminating
distortion from excessive driver excursion and extending pattern
control into the lower octaves.

The two component system includes a BV253C dual 15-in low
frequency enclosure and an HK523M mid/high section.

The low frequency enclosure uses optimally tuned enclosure venting
to increase LF response while limiting driver excursion. This method
produces less distortion and minimizes driver strain while extending
LF response to the lowest octaves. The enclosure’s shallow dimen­sion allows convenient placement behind the screen.

CB523M

24.43

69.41

FRONT

TOP

INPUT

INDICATES 3/8-16 THREADED MOUNTING HOLE

INDICATES 5/16-18 THREADED MOUNTING HOLE

INDICATES CENTER OF BALANCE

5.21

25°

3.66

15.88

ACCESS PANEL
MIDRANGE DRIVER

39.50

BACK

17.75

RIGHT SIDE

24.31 (POSITION 1)

20.82 (POSITION 2)

17.00 (POSITION 3)

HK523M,
EAW #999826

BRACKET,
EAW #606098

INPUT

BV253C,
EAW #999418

The HK523M MF/HF section features a horn-loaded 10-in cone and
a high power 1.4-in exit compression driver loaded with a 90° x
45° coverage pattern constant directivity horn.

The adjustable steel bracket attaching the MF/HF section to the LF
enclosure can be positioned at one of three mounting points for
optimum front/rear placement. The bracket allows the MF/HF
section to be aimed independently of the LF section in both the
horizontal and vertical planes and can be locked once it is posi­tioned.

Input connectors for the LF and MF sections are two-terminal barrier
strips that accommodate bare wire, tinned leads or spade lugs. Bind
posts for the high frequency section are located directly on compres­sion driver. The input panels are located on the sides and top of the
enclosures for convenient access in cramped installation areas.

All external components feature a textured black finish to eliminate
the reflection of light through perforated cinema screens.

One Main Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588 • [phone] • FAX [phone] • Email [e-mail] • Web http://www.eaw.com

EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. • CB523M PUB#888125 Rev(A)/6/1/99 • Printed In USA

THX is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm, Ltd.

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exp 11/16/98 dpm

Technical Specifications CB523M

CINEMA SERIES

COMPONENTS & CONSTRUCTION

The CB523M is a THX-approved, triamplified three-way, high­output, full range loudspeaker system intended for use in behind­screen cinema applications. The two component system includes a
BV253C dual 15-in low frequency enclosure and an HK523M mid/
high system.

The system requires the use of external active electronic crossovers
to integrate all sections.

The BV253C low frequency component features dual 15-in woofers
mounted in a vented enclosure for excellent bass extension and high
output level capability.

The HK523M mid/high component features a horn-loaded 10-in
midrange driver and a 1-in exit compression driver mounted to a
medium format 90° x 45° constant directivity horn.

Two-terminal barrier strip input connectors that accommodate bare
wire, tinned leads or spade lugs are included for the low- and mid
frequency sections. Bind posts for the high frequency section are
located directly on compression driver.

The LF cabinet is constructed of 3/4-in Medium Density Fiberboard
(MDF). The HK523M mid/high section is constructed of 3/4-in MDF
with the exception of the mid frequency flare which is void-free, 18­ply-to-the-inch, Baltic birch plywood backed with high density
polyurethane foam. Both enclosures are coated with a textured black
finish. The HF horn is constructed of flat black structural foam
plastic.

DESCRIPTIVE DATA

LF Subsystem & Loading 2x 15-in, vented
MF Subsystem & Loading 1x 10-in, horn loaded
HF Subsystem & Loading 1x 1.4-in exit compression driver

on CD horn

Number of Audio Bands 3-way

Type of Audio Bands Full Range

Powering Mode Triamp

System Crossover Active - EAW CX300-CB523M

Cabinet Type (shape) Rectangular

Enclosure Materials LF-3/4-in MDF; 15mm

Birch plywood baffle — MF/HF-MDF

Finish Textured Black

Connectors 2x 2-Termimal Barrier Strips (LF and MF)

plus 2x Bind Posts (HF)

NOMINAL DATA

Frequency Response (1 Watt @ 1m)

±3 dB 42 Hz - 19 kHz

Axial Sensitivity (dB SPL, 1 Watt @1m)

LF 101
MF 108
HF 112

Impedance (Ohms)

LF 4
MF 8
HF 12

Power Handling (Watts)

LF 1000
MF 325
HF 200

Calculated Maximum Output (dB SPL @ 1m)

LF Peak 137.0
MF Peak 139.1
HF Peak 141.0

LF Long Term 131.0
MF Long Term 133.1
HF Long Term 135.0

Nominal Coverage Angle/-6 dB points (degrees)

Horizontal 90

Vertical 45

Dimensions & Weights Inches Centimeters

Height 67.63 172.0

Width 24.80 63.0
Depth 17.75 45.1

Weights Pounds Kilograms

Net Weight (approx) 235 106.9

Shipping Weight (approx) 253 115.1

One Main Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588 • [phone] • FAX [phone] • Email [e-mail] • Web http://www.eaw.com

EAW products are continually improved. All specifications are therefore subject to change without notice. • CB523M PUB#888125 Rev(A)/6/1/99 • Printed In USA

THX is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm, Ltd.