LINEAR 7
NETWORKED AUDIO PRECISION F
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LINEAR 7
NETWORKED AUDIO PRECISION >
LINEAR cabinets have been the HK Audio range’s go-to
solution for upscale performance for over 25 years now.
Professional handling, richly detailed definition, ample
headroom and high sound pressure levels – they set the
performance bar for their respective class. And the all-new
LINEAR 7 series takes it up another notch. Powerful DSPs
and advanced smart connectivity not only deliver even
sharper audio images. They also make gigging life a lot easier
with a far more ecient workflow and a host of features
that include enhanced power supply.
The latest in audio technology
Although the LINEAR 7 line’s visuals and hardware
appointments lean heavily on the sleek look and rugged
features of the LINEAR 5 series, these enclosures come with a
complement of elegantly refined details. HK Audio engineers
reinvented the cutting-edge technology inside LINEAR 5 and
revamped the cabinets’ acoustics from the bottom up.
Latest-generation high-performance loudspeakers and drivers,
custom-designed horns, muscular Pascal Class-D amplifiers,
FIR filtering, a state-of-the-art DSP platform with awesome
computing power and high-definition converters – with a
feature set as rich as this, the LINEAR 7 family is the precision
audio tool of choice for demanding applications.
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FAMILY OVERVIEW
Equipped with high-performance power amplifiers,
ecient loudspeakers, state-of-the-art DSP
technology and FIR filtering, LINEAR 7 series mid/
high units deliver high-definition audio with
extremely low total harmonic distortion. Even at high
sound pressure levels, they treat audiences to a
beautifully balanced audio experience with no
listening fatigue. All XA and FA models come with
rotatable horns.
The directivity of each cabinet’s horn is optimized for
its primary purpose – that is, the most frequently
used application. The L7 110 XA cab sports a 10"
woofer and a horn with a wide 80° x 60° throw
pattern to provide uniform near-field coverage.
L7 112 XA/FA cabs feature a 12" woofer and a horn
with a medium 70° x 50° throw pattern. The L7 115 FA
cab comes with 15" woofer and a horn with a narrow
60° x 40° long-throw pattern.
Horizontally asymmetrical coverage Rigging and Clustering
All XA and FA models can be flown by installing the
AP-8 attachment and steel cables or chains to their
rigging points, or by mounting the appropriate truss
brackets. The FA models have heavy-duty 4x5 mm
threaded inserts in the side-mounted shell grips.
They serve to attach the TB-45N or TB-45NQ.
The added Q designator means that this model
features quick-release pins for easy dismounting.
The XA models’ wedge monitor-like angled panels do
not accommodate a shell grip, so they come with
reinforced 2x8 mm threaded mounting points that let
you bolt on the TB-28N truss bracket.
Mounting instructions are enclosed with the truss
brackets.
60°
L7 115 FA
70°
L7 112 FX/XA
80°
L7 110 XA
All LINEAR 7 XA and FA models are
compatible with HK Audio TB series
truss brackets.
The LINEAR 7 FA enclosures’ side panels are
angled to achieve the best acoustical results
when clustering cabinets.
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L7 XA models
The housings of the multifunctional L7 110 XA and
L7 112 XA models are angled at 30° so you can also set
them sideways for use as monitors. Both models oer
a preset with a filter optimized for monitoring
applications. It attenuates the extra bass generated by
floor coupling when you set a speaker on its side
for use as a monitor.
L7 FA models
The larger housings of the L7 112 FA and L7 115 FA
fullrange models deliver more low-frequency sound
pressure, so they are suitable for use as standalone
speakers without an added L7 118 Sub A. Optimized
for the given speaker, the Bass Boost preset enhances
low-frequency response when the situation calls for a
more powerful low end.
L7 118 Sub A
The L7 118 Sub A punches well above its weight in
the power stakes. Featuring a direct-radiating bass
reflex design, it is remarkably compact and, weighing
in at 42 kilograms, extremely easy to transport. With
its powerful punch, precise response and impressive
low-end performance, this active subwoofer is the
perfect companion to the mid/high units. It has all
the hardware appointments and filter sets you need
to configure eective cardioid setups, quickly and
easily. Sporting an onboard stereo preamp, it is also
perfect for setting up 2.1 systems.
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CONNECTIONS AND CONTROL FEATURES
All models in the LINEAR 7 family feature analog
balanced inputs and outputs as well as professional
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Ethercon ports. And all devices in the system can
be daisy-chained if required – that is, connected
in series.
Presets are available to tune fullrange and
multifunctional models to serve as standalone
speakers, monitors or to be combined with
subwoofers. Configuring cardioid bass setups is
simple with the subwoofersʼ Cardio 1:1 and Cardio 2:1
settings.
DSP Out is an XLR port that serves to integrate
an added active speaker lacking network connectivity
into a networked setup. This speaker’s volume,
filtering, limiting and delay may then be controlled
independently. For example, this option brings
LINEAR 7 mid/high units and LINEAR SUB together in
the same network. The same goes for LINEAR 5 LTS
models and the L7 118 Sub A subwoofer.
A Powercon mains socket connects the speaker
to the power supply. The L7 118 Sub A subwoofer
provides a second Powercon socket, an elegant power
routing solution for larger systems.
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LINEAR 7 speakers’ state-of-the-art switching power
supplies operate at all voltages, ranging from 90
to 260 volts. They serve as a reliable stabilizer for
fluctuating incoming voltage, for example, when
operating speakers on power generators.
Milan™ Audio Streaming
Like many leading manufacturers, we use Milan, a
state-of-the-art AVB-based network environment,
to stream audio data. The certification and
implementation of Milan is in the works as of
December 2019. If you wish to stream audio via Milan,
you will later be able to update the firmware via
Ethernet using the HK Audio DSP CONTROL (Mac OS
and Windows) software. Download this free software
at hkaudio.com.
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Extended remote control
LINEAR 7 does somethin that only lare, pricey
tourin ris are expected to do: it enables the
enineer at the FOH desk to control every mid/hih
unit, subwoofer and stae monitor from that one
central spot. LINEAR 7 brins the benefits of this
ultra-efficient workflow to top-drawer professional
point-source speakers. A Mac or PC can serve to
fine-tune the volume, EQ, limitin, delay and polarity
settins of every LINEAR 7 cabinet in the network.
DSP Out
The DSP Out, a very handy feature exclusive to
LINEAR 7 cabinets, serves to integrate an added
non-network-compatible powered speaker such as a
LINEAR series active enclosure into the network and
remotely control all its parameters. And that works
wonders for your legacy speakers’ value retention
and service life.
A fully parametric ten-band EQ, high pass filter, low pass filter, delay, polarity
and limiting functions are independently available for the Speaker and DSP Outs.
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SETUP EXAMPLES
Single fullrange setup
1 x L7 115 FA
2.1 setup
2 x L7 110 XA, 1 x L7 118 Sub A
Power setup
2 x L7 112 FA, 4 x L7 118 Sub A
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2 x L7 112 FA, 2 x L7 118 Sub A
Club setup
Cardioid pattern for real-world applications
While midrange and high frequencies are naturally
more directional, low frequencies tend to radiate in
all directions. Excessive bass levels can be quite the
problem on and behind the stage.
The more serious issue, though, is that promoters
are increasingly making demands to limit the sound
distribution range. And there is no alternative to
cardioid technology when it comes to meeting
specifications for low-range frequencies.
With its hardware appointments and filter sets, the
18" LINEAR 7 subwoofer provides a fast and easy
way to configure eective cardioid setups.
Cardioid setup 1:1
2 x L7 112 FA, 4 x L7 118 Sub A
Cardioid setup 2:1
2 x L7 115 FA, 6 x L7 118 Sub A
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SETUP EXAMPLES
USING FACTORY PRESETS TO SET UP A NON-NETWORKED SYSTEM
The setup pictured here shows you how to deploy LINEAR 7 without networked control of the speakers. Simply select the appropriate preset using the switch on the back of the speakers – that is all you have to do to operate this system and achieve the best acoustical results
for a cardioid setup.
Analog
audio signal
Thru L
Input L
Thru L
Input
LINEAR 7
118 Sub A
MADE IN GERMANY
Input
Powercon chain
Thru R
Input R
LINEAR 7
118 Sub A
MADE IN GERMANY
Input InputInput L
Input R
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
Thru R
Front left
Analog Out
To find the matching‚ cardioid preset easily the setup options are printed on the back panel of the L7 118 Sub A.
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Front right
SETTING UP A NETWORK-CONTROLLED SYSTEM FOR ANALOG AUDIO
This setup consists of an analog audio system with added network control. No other hardware is needed, apart from a laptop. Simply
connect the laptop to the nearest LINEAR 7 cabinet via Ethernet/Ethercon and then daisy-chain the rest – that is, connect one speaker
to the next. You can identify the individual cabinets using the HK Audio DSP CONTROL software. The flashing LED on the front and rear
panels tell you which is which.
Analog
audio signal
Input
Input
Ethernet
Powercon chain
Thru L
Input L
Thru L
LINEAR 7
118 Sub A
MADE IN GERMANY
Input InputInput L Input R
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
Front left Front right
Analog Out
LINEAR 7
118 Sub A
MADE IN GERMANY
Thru R
Input R
Thru R
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SETUP EXAMPLES
THE ENTRY-LEVEL SETUP
This setup gives you a quick way into the world of network control without requiring any added hardware apart from a laptop. In this
example, an analog audio signal from the mixing console goes to the L7 FA cabinets to be filtered by the DSP Out and forwarded to the
L SUB 2000 A.
Analog
audio signal
Input Input
DSP Out
DSP Out
DSP-controlled
analog audio signal
Ethernet
Input L
Thru L
Input L
L SUB 2000 A L SUB 2000 A
Input Input
Input R
Thru R
Input R
L SUB 2000 A L SUB 2000 A
Monitor 1 Monitor 2
Front left
Analog Out
Front right
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ACCESSORIES
TB-N
Truss brackets are available for all XA and FA models. The FA models
have heavy-duty 4 x5 mm threaded inserts in the side-mounted
shell grips. They serve to attach the legacy LINEAR 5 TB-N and TBNQ brackets as well as the new TB-45N and TB-45NQ brackets. The
newer versions feature enhanced stiness and corrosion protection,
and their width can be adjusted without tools. The TB-45N is ideal
for permanent installation. The TB45NQ’s quick-release pins make
it the first choice for touring. The XA models’ wedge monitor-like
angled panels do not accommodate a shell grip, so they come with
reinforced 2 x8 mm threaded mounting points that let you bolt on
the TB-28N truss bracket. Mounting instructions are included with
the truss brackets.
Rear Protection Plate
Made of sturdy sheet metal, this rear panel cover makes the L7 118
Sub A‘s electronic components splash proof, and guards against.
With the benefit of the installed keyholes, you only have to loosen the wing screws a touch to remove the sheet metal cover. The
slanted bit at the bottom serves as a drip edge when it rains. The
grille serving to ventilate the electronic components is backed with
acoustic foam to eectively protect connectors and control features.
The acoustic foam also dims the LEDs, which is helpful for cardioid
setups on dark stages, but leaves the LEDs just bright enough to see
their status.
AP-8
With a working load limit (WLL) of 360 kg, the AP-8 serves to
safely attach steel cables or chains to all XA and FA models.
Transport/Rain Covers
Padded covers are available as optional accessories to protect
LINEAR 7 series FA and XA model speakers against abrasions in
transit and against rain when in operation. The front of the cover rolls
up to reveal a layer of splash water repellent gauze that is permeable
to sound. Two transparent plastic windows at the rear aord easy
access to, and an unobstructed view of, the connectors and controls.
The openings for the carrying handles are designed to accommodate
truss brackets, so you can fly the enclosure with the rain cover on.
Tilt Unit
HK Audio oers an optional Tilt Unit if you wish to tilt the
mid/high units when they are stacked directly on subwoofers.
It screws into the L7 118 Sub A’s M20 mount, just like a speaker
pole. This lets you take advantage of the DuoTilt’s -3° and -7°
inclination angles in stacked setups with the Tilt Unit holding the
mid/high units in place.
Stereo Pole Add-on M20
This add-on set for half-stack systems consists of two
height-adjustable König & Meyer M20 speaker extension poles,
two high-quality signal cables and a carrying bag.
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TECHNICAL DATA
L7 110 XA L7 112 XA L7 112 FA L7 115 FA L7 Sub 118 A
Max. SPL @ 10% THD 126 dB half space
Max. SPL peak @ 10 % THD 129 dB half space 131 dB half space 131 dB half space 134 dB half space 131 dB half space
Frequency response +/-3 dB 70 Hz – 19 kHz 67 Hz – 19 kHz 64 Hz – 19 kHz 57 Hz – 19 kHz 42 Hz – X-over
Frequency response -10 dB 65 Hz – 20 kHz 62 Hz – 20 kHz 55 Hz – 20 kHz 54 Hz – 20 kHz 38 Hz – X-over
Power amp output
(peak power)
Amp type Class D - biamped Class D - biamped Class D - biamped Class D - biamped Class D
Bass speaker - - - - 1x 18", 4" voice coil
Low-/mid speaker 1 x 10", 2.5" voice coil 1 x 12", 2.5" voice coil 1 x 12", 2.5" voice coil 1 x 15", 3" voice coil -
HF driver 1", 1.4" voice coil 1", 1.7" voice coil 1", 1.7" voice coil 1", 1.7" voice coil -
Horn directivity 80° x 60° CD horn, rotatable 70° x 50° CD horn, rotatable 70° x 50° CD horn, rotatable 60° x 40° CD horn, rotatable -
Active crossover frequency 2 kHz FIR X-over with
Maximum input level +20 dBu +20 dBu +20 dBu +20 dBu +20 dBu
Analog inputs 1 x XLR combo balanced 1 x XLR combo balanced 1 x XLR combo balanced 1 x XLR combo balanced 2 x XLR combo balanced
Analog thru 1 x XLR balanced 1 x XLR balanced 1 x XLR balanced 1 x XLR balanced 2 x XLR balanced
DSP Out 1 x XLR 1 x XLR 1 x XLR 1 x XLR 1 x XLR
Network port Ethercon RJ45, 1 x In, 1 x Thru Ethercon RJ45, 1 x In, 1 x Thru Ethercon RJ45, 1 x In, 1 x Thru Ethercon RJ45, 1 x In, 1 x Thru Ethercon RJ45, 1 x In, 1 x Thru
Filter presets Flat, Monitor, Low Cut, Remote Flat, Monitor, Low Cut, Remote Flat, Boost, Low Cut, Remote Flat, Boost, Low Cut, Remote Front, Cardioid 1:1, Cardioid 2:1,
Remote software HK Audio DSP CONTROL
DSP funcitons Fully parametric 10-band EQ
Sample rate 96 kHz 96 kHz 96 kHz 96 kHz 96 kHz
System latency Less than 2.6 ms Less than 2.6 ms Less than 2.6 ms Less than 2.6 ms Less than 2.6 ms
Mains connector 1 x Powercon NAC3 In,
Power consuption 1 A / 100–240 V nominal
Clustering angle - - 70° 60° -
Angles up (Monitor angle) 30° 30° - - -
Pole mount DuoTilt 3°/7° DuoTilt 3°/ 7° DuoTilt 3°/7° DuoTilt 3°/7° M20
Rigging points 5 x M8 (AP-8) 5 x M8 (AP-8) 4 x M8 (AP-8) 4 x M8 (AP-8) -
Handles 2 x SingleGrip 1 x SingleGrip, 1x MultiGrip 2 x MultiGrip 2 x MultiGrip 2 x MultiGrip
Encloser Hybrid (birch multiplex/MDF) Hybrid (birch multiplex/MDF) Hybrid (birch multiplex/MDF) Hybrid (birch multiplex/MDF) Birch multiplex
Grille 2 mm metal grille backed with
Finish Black acrylic enamel Black acrylic enamel Black acrylic enamel Black acrylic enamel Black acrylic enamel
Dimensions (W x H x D) 36 x 54 x 31 cm
Weight 17 kg / 37.5 lbs 21 kg / 46.3 lbs 23 kg / 50.7 lbs 32 kg / 70.5 lbs 41 kg / 90.4 lbs
(70 Hz – 12 kHz average)
2000 W 2000 W 2000 W 2000 W 2000 W
60 dB/oct.
(Windows, Mac OS)
with variable filter
characteristics, High-Pass Filter,
Low-Pass Filter, Polarity, Level,
Delay, Limiter, Mute
100–240 V
according to EN 62368-1
black acoustic foam
14-11/64 x 21-1/4 x 12-13/64"
128 dB half space
(70 Hz – 12 kHz average)
1.6 kHz FIR X-over with
60 dB/oct.
HK Audio DSP CONTROL
(Windows, Mac OS)
Fully parametric 10-band EQ
with variable filter
characteristics, High-Pass Filter,
Low-Pass Filter, Polarity, Level,
Delay, Limiter, Mute
1 x Powercon NAC3 In,
100–240 V
1 A / 100–240 V nominal
according to EN 62368-1
2 mm metal grille backed with
black acoustic foam
37 x 67 x 31 cm
14-9/16 x 26-3/8 x 12-13/64"
128 dB half space
(70 Hz – 12 kHz average)
1.6 kHz FIR X-over with
60 dB/oct.
HK Audio DSP CONTROL
(Windows, Mac OS)
Fully parametric 10-band EQ
with variable filter
characteristics, High-Pass Filter,
Low-Pass Filter, Polarity, Level,
Delay, Limiter, Mute
1 x Powercon NAC3 In,
100–240 V
1 A / 100–240 V nominal
according to EN 62368-1
2 mm metal grille backed with
black acoustic foam
37 x 67 x 37 cm
14-9/16 x 26-3/8 x 14-9/16"
129 dB half space
(70 Hz – 12 kHz average)
1.5 kHz FIR X-over with
60 dB/oct.
HK Audio DSP CONTROL
(Windows, Mac OS)
Fully parametric 10-band EQ
with variable filter
characteristics, High-Pass Filter,
Low-Pass Filter, Polarity, Level,
Delay, Limiter, Mute
1 x Powercon NAC3 In,
100–240 V
1 A / 100–240 V nominal
according to EN 62368-1
2 mm metal grille backed with
black acoustic foam
45 x 71 x 45 cm
17-23/32 x 27-61/64 x 17-23/32"
129 dB half space
(42 Hz – 100 Hz average)
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Remote
HK Audio DSP CONTROL
(Windows, Mac OS)
Fully parametric 10-band EQ
with variable filter
characteristics, Low-Pass Filter,
Polarity, Level, Delay, Limiter,
Mute
1 x Powercon NAC3 In, 1x Powercon NAC3 Thru, 100–240 V
1.9 A / 100–240 V nominal
according to EN 62368-1
2 mm metal grille backed with
black acoustic foam
55 x 56 x 69 cm
21-21/32 x 22-3/64 x 27-11/64"
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