Genelec 8340 User Manual

Designed to Adapt

Next Steps for Smart Active Monitoring™ Systems

8340 and 8350 Smart Monitors
7360 and 7370 Smart Subwoofers
9301 AES/EBU Multichannel Interface

New Genelec Smart Active

System Architecture

Monitoring Systems

Expanding today’s range of most advanced
and flexible monitoring solutions

Genelec’s long-standing commitment to
providing state-of-the-art monitoring solutions
for professional applications continues. A new
generation of high resolution Smart Active
Monitoring (SAM™) Systems was introduced
with the 8320, 8330 and 7350, and is now
expanding, offering a comprehensive range
of Smart monitors and subwoofers. The 8340
and 8350 two-way systems and the 7360
and 7370 subwoofers join Genelec’s wide
range of new SAM Systems which feature our
latest technology platform for all applications,
whether in the analogue or digital domains.
In addition, the 9301 AES/EBU Multichannel
interface allows the use of 7.1 digital audio
sources with new Smart subwoofers.

Reference monitoring in any room

The last decade has seen a rapid increase in
global media content creation, driving changes
in the way audio production facilities operate.
Today a growing number of audio productions
are done in tighter, more constrained spaces,
so the demand for precision monitoring
in challenging environments continues to
increase. Genelec SAM Systems deliver
controlled dispersion and reference
monitoring in any rooms of any size.

Intuitive control with GLM 2.0

The Genelec Loudspeaker Manager software
(GLM™ 2.0) is one part of the GLM System,
a highly intuitive and powerful monitor control
networking system that manages connectivity
to all Genelec SAM studio monitors and
subwoofers on the Genelec network.
The complete GLM control system includes
the software, a Genelec measurement micro­phone and universal microphone holder and
a network adapter unit.

Evolve with GLM AutoCal

SAM Systems’ intelligent GLM AutoCal™
technology improves the precision of
monitoring by compensating deciencies
in the listening environment. Based on data
from hundreds of listening rooms, GLM
AutoCal™ is continuously evolving, thereby
enabling SAM Systems installed even years
ago to provide improved performance.

After automated calibration, based on one
or more listening positions, all monitors and
subwoofers in a system play back at the same
level and timing, with acoustical colorations
removed from the monitors’ room responses,
leaving superb consistency and neutral sound
stage imaging.

Outstanding system performance

The Genelec R&D team has a history of ground
breaking developments. The combination of
8340 and 8350 monitors with 7360 and 7370
subwoofers offers the highest possible system
exibility for demanding monitoring needs.
The new family members include oating
point DSP engines, Genelec designed Class D
ampliers, linearized phase response plus even
more rened auto-calibration and spectral
tuning capability than before. In case you
already own a SAM System, the latest GLM

2.0 software is your solution to access the
continued evolution of our SAM technology
via an easy to use Mac and Windows user
interface. These new SAM Systems will make
you appreciate the forward thinking and
long-lasting support that makes Genelec the
benchmark in audio monitoring for broadcast,
post-production, lm and music facilities.

Pioneering SAM technology made in Finland

Genelec is committed to delivering
performance-driven, neutral sounding
monitoring systems for the professional
audio market. With this addition of new SAM
Systems, we offer a comprehensive, solution­oriented, intelligently networked, evolving
product range starting with the compact 8320
all the way up to the agship three-way 8351
and 1236. Amazing acoustical solutions,
electronics, amplier circuitry, drivers, system
conguration and software are designed, built
and tested at the Genelec factory in Finland.
As green as possible, without a single sonic
compromise.

and Components

Volume Controller

GLM™

Network Adapter

GLM™

Control Network

Digital Audio

Analogue Audio

7360 and 7370 SAM™ Subwoofers 8340 and 8350 SAM™ Monitors

Inputs

Full-range

SAM™ System’s basic connections and functionalities

Outputs

Full-range

Measurement

Microphone

High-passLow-pass

GLM 2.0 software

Network adapter and measurement microphone

Volume controller

8340 and 8350
Smart Monitors

The new, completely re-designed 8340
and 8350 Smart monitors lift audio monitoring
precision and performance to an entirely new
level of accuracy. Featuring Genelec 8000
Series Minimum Diffraction Enclosure (MDE™)
and Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW™)
technologies, a ow optimized reex port,
very high sound pressure level, low colouration
and broad bandwidth, the new 8340 and 8350
share all technical attributes and outstanding
benets of all SAM Systems family-members.
You can now focus all your creativity in the
audio productions with a reliable monitoring
tool, anywhere you are.

New Smart Monitors Features and Benefits

• New Smart monitors can be used with
Genelec GLM network for full GLM 2.0
software functionalities, including wired
volume control. They can also be used
without a computer and network control
as complete stand-alone systems using
either Stored Settings or Manual Settings
(DIP switch and rotary controls) for various
adjustments and functionalities.

• Genelec GLM AutoCal™ measures the
response in the listening area and applies
relevant compensation in the low and low­mid frequencies to minimise detrimental
room acoustic anomalies as well as
differences between various listening
positions.

• An extended set of room response
compensation lters allow for increased
in-room calibration precision and customer­dened specic calibration curves.

• New Smart monitors’ connectivity cover
all possible analogue or digital audio
applications.

• Genelec advanced Minimum Diffraction
Enclosure (MDE™) and Directivity Control
Waveguide (DCW™) provide a wide,
controlled listening area, minimizing
early reections for very accurate sound
reproduction on-axis and off-axis.

• Highly efcient Genelec designed Class D
ampliers combined with latest technology
drivers allow the 8340 and 8350 to achieve
substantially higher sound pressure level
than their predecessors with high dynamic
range, improved frequency response
atness and very low distortion. This
means clean, neutral and fatigue-free
audio reproduction at the sound pressure
level of your choice, enabling you to work
consistently and accurately.

• Highly efcient Class D amplier technology
represents a power-saving, environmentally­friendly solution.

• New Smart monitors feature improved
frequency response atness achieving
very neutral sound reproduction.

• Constant latency above 200 Hz means
exact time domain translation which
contributes to accurate harmonics and
sound image reproduction.

• High system reliability thanks to advanced
protection circuitry guaranteeing predictable
production times.

• Universal mains input voltage allows easy
connectivity to any mains power allowing
use anywhere in the world.

• Genelec Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS™)
switches the monitor system to standby
when no audio input is detected, providing
signicant power consumption savings.

• All connectors face down for easy cabling
and monitor placement against a wall or
in a corner.

• New Smart monitors are fully compatible
with the wide range of versatile Genelec
accessories.

• Every single product is factory calibrated
and fully evaluated for acoustic performance
guaranteeing perfect similarity between
products and consistent high performance.

• Elegant and minimalistic industrial design
combining state-of-the-art function with
unique aesthetics.

• New SAM Systems are fully backward
compatible, allowing easy expansion
of an existing monitoring system.

• Genelec quality and reliability make long
term investments protable and ensure
outstanding audio quality experience.

Technical specifications 8340

Maximum sound pressure level 1 110 dB

Free field frequency response 38 Hz – 22 kHz (-6 dB)

Accuracy of frequency response ± 1.5 dB (44 Hz – 20 kHz)

Crossover 2.6 kHz

Drivers Woofer 6 1/2 inch
Tweeter 3/4 inch metal dome
and DCW™

Amplifier power per channel Woofer 150 W
Tweeter 150 W (Class D)

Dimensions H x W x D 365 x 237x 223 mm
14 3/8 x 9 3/8 x 8 13/16 inch
with Iso-Pod™

Weight 8.5 kg / 18.7 lb

Connectors 1 x XLR analog input
1 x input / 1 x output
XLR digital AES/EBU
2 x RJ45 control network

Technical specifications 8350

Maximum sound pressure level 1 112 dB

Free field frequency response 33 Hz – 22 kHz (-6 dB)

Accuracy of frequency response ± 1.5 dB (38 Hz – 20 kHz)

Crossover 1.8 kHz

Drivers Woofer 8 inch
Tweeter 1 inch metal dome
and DCW™

Amplifier power per channel Woofer 200 W
Tweeter 150 W (Class D)

Dimensions H x W x D 452 x 286x 278 mm
17 13/16 x 11 1/4 x 10 15/16 inch
with Iso-Pod™

Weight 12.8 kg / 28.2 lb

Connectors 1 x XLR analog input
1 x input / 1 x output
XLR digital AES/EBU
2 x RJ45 control network

1 Maximum short term sine wave sound pressure level averaged
from 100 Hz to 3 kHz, measured in half space, on-axis, at 1 meter.

8340 Frequency Response (horizontal on- and off-axis)

at 1 m and system’s Power Response (lowest curve)

100

95

90

85

80

75

70

65

Sound pressure level (dB)

60

55

50

20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k

8340 Horizontal Plane Directivity (normalized with on-axis)

90
75
60
45
30
15

0
–15
–30
–45

Vertical direction (degrees)

–60
–75
–90

125

250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000

8350 Frequency Response (horizontal on- and off-axis)

at 1 m and system’s Power Response (lowest curve)

100

95

90

85

80

75

70

65

Sound pressure level (dB)

60

55

50

20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k

8350 Horizontal Plane Directivity (normalized with on-axis)

90
75
60
45
30
15

0
–15
–30
–45

Vertical direction (degrees)

–60
–75
–90

125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 16000

0° 15° 30°

60°45°

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

0° 15° 30°

60°45°

Frequency (Hz)

Frequency (Hz)

–12

–15

–18

–21

–12

–15

–18

–21

0

–3

–6

–9

Level (dB)

0

–3

–6

–9

Level (dB)

7360 and 7370
Smart Subwoofers

Genelec’s new Smart subwoofers complement
any Smart monitor in the most demanding
professional monitoring applications. Smart
subwoofers are built upon proven 7000 Series
Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE™) technology.
Smart subwoofers deliver articulate, precise
low frequency reproduction with high
dynamic capability. Both 7360 and 7370
Smart subwoofers include a comprehensive
multichannel bass-management system,
offering adjustable crossover frequency to
the main monitor system and much more.

Acoustically adaptable to every environment,
Smart subwoofers provide outstanding sound
clarity, denition and neutrality you can trust.
Offering comfort, exibility and unlimited
conguration possibilities, you can now only
focus on your creative work.

Technical specifications 7360

Maximum sound pressure level 2 109 dB

Free field frequency response Main channels:
19 Hz – 100 Hz (-6 dB)
LFE channel:
19 Hz – 150 Hz (-6 dB)

Accuracy of frequency response ± 3 dB (19 Hz – 150 Hz)

Drivers 10 inch

Amplifier power 300 W (Class D)

Dimensions H x W x D 527 x 462x 363 mm
20 3/4 x 18 3/16 x 14 5/16 inch

Weight 27 kg / 59 lb

Connectors 7.1 analog XLR inputs / outputs
1 x input / 1 x output
XLR digital AES/EBU
2 x RJ45 control network

Technical specifications 7370

Maximum sound pressure level 2 113 dB

Free field frequency response Main channels:
19 Hz – 100 Hz (-6 dB)
LFE channel:
19 Hz – 150 Hz (-6 dB)

Accuracy of frequency response ± 3 dB (19 Hz – 150 Hz)

Drivers 12 inch

Amplifier power 400 W (Class D)

Dimensions H x W x D 625 x 555x 490 mm
24 5/8 x 21 7/8 x 19 5/16 inch

Weight 48 kg / 106 lb

Connectors 7.1 analog XLR inputs / outputs
1 x input / 1 x output
XLR digital AES/EBU
2 x RJ45 control network

2 Maximum short term sine wave sound pressure level averaged
from 30 Hz to 85 Hz, measured in half space, on-axis, at 1 meter.

9301 AES/EBU
Multichannel Interface

The new 9301 AES/EBU Multichannel
Interface has been designed to expand
the 7360 and 7370 AES stereo inputs and
outputs to 8 channels of AES I/O. With the
9301 in the signal path, all congurations of

7.1 or 8 channel AES multichannel monitor
setups become possible. With its 7.1 digital
audio input and its subwoofer output link, all
possible digital audio source, be it stereo or
multichannel, can be seamlessly connected
to Genelec new Smart subwoofers.

New Smart Subwoofers Features and Benefits

• New Smart subwoofers can be used with Genelec
GLM network for full GLM 2.0 software functionalities,
including wired volume control. They can also be used
without a computer and network control as complete
stand-alone systems using either Stored Settings
or Manual Settings (DIP switch and rotary controls)
for various adjustments and functionalities.

• Genelec GLM AutoCal™ measures the response in
the listening area and applies relevant compensation
in the subwoofer frequencies to minimise room
acoustic resonance effects.

• An extended set of room response compensation lters
allow for increased in-room calibration precision and
customer-dened specic calibration curves.

• The Laminar Spiral Enclosure (LSE™) design provides
extended low frequency performance, accurate
tonal characteristics reproduction and high dynamic
capabilities.

• New Smart subwoofers support both the traditional
analogue bass management where the subwoofer
handles both high- and low-pass ltering and a
distributed bass management architecture, where
subwoofer outputs are un-ltered and main Smart
monitors apply the necessary high-pass ltering locally.

• A cost-effective package offering 7.1 analogue XLR
inputs and outputs together with stereo AES/EBUXLR
inputs and outputs without the need for additional
external A/D converters.

• The 9301 AES/EBU Multichannel Interface allows

7.1-channel digital audio sources to be connected to
new Smart subwoofers via a single XLR subwoofer
output link to cover all possible professional digital
audio applications.

• Highly efcient Genelec designed Class D ampliers
combined with latest technology drivers allow the
7360 and 7370 to achieve substantially higher sound
pressure level than their predecessors with high
dynamic range, improved frequency response atness
and very low distortion. This means clean, neutral and
fatigue-free audio reproduction at the sound pressure
level of your choice, enabling you to work consistently
and accurately.

• Highly efcient Class D amplier technology represents
a power-saving, environmentally-friendly solution.

• High system reliability thanks to advanced protection
circuitry guaranteeing predictable production times.

• Universal mains input voltage allows easy connectivity
to any mains power allowing use anywhere in the
world.

• Genelec Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS™) switches
the system to standby when no audio input is detected,
providing signicant power consumption savings.

• New Smart subwoofers feature a hardware bypass
for simple monitoring check without subwoofer
frequency response extension.

• Every single product is factory calibrated and fully
evaluated for acoustic performance guaranteeing
perfect similarity between products and consistent
high performance.

• Elegant and minimalistic industrial design combining
state-of-the-art function with aesthetics.

• New SAM systems are fully backward compatible,
allowing easy expansion of an existing monitoring
system.

• Genelec quality and reliability makes long term
investments protable and ensure outstanding
audio quality experience.

Key Technologies

Networked Smart Active Monitor
(SAM™) systems feature
automatic calibration to
the acoustic environment.

Each transducer is driven by
its own optimized amplier.

Advanced reex port design
for extended low frequency
response.

Directivity Control Waveguide
(DCW™) for at on- and off-axis
response.

Active crossover operating
at low signal levels.

Highly efcient Laminar Spiral
Enclosure (LSE™) provides
accurate low frequency
reproduction.

Minimum Diffraction Enclosure
(MDE™) for uncoloured sound
reproduction.

Sophisticated drive unit
protection circuitry for
safe operation.

Bass Management System
handles multichannel low
frequency content.

Genelec Document BBAGE162. Copyright Genelec Oy 3/2016. All data subject to change without prior notice.

Versatile mounting options
for all installation needs.

Vibration decoupling Iso-Pod™
stand improves sound image
denition.

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Finland
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Intelligent Signal Sensing
(ISS™) for power consumption
reduction in stand-by mode.

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