Genelec 8240A Active DSP Monitor (Black)

Genelec 8240A Active DSP Monitor Details

With the Genelec 8240A bi-amplified DSP monitoring system, audio monitoring precision is lifted to an entirely new level of accuracy . Boasting performance comparable to much larger systems, the compact and powerful 8240A package is ideal in applications where a wide frequency response is needed but space is limited. The 8240A is the ideal monitoring tool for recording studios, post-production houses, broadcast installations, digital edit suites, home studios and mobile production vehicles.

The 8240A builds on the rock-solid technology of the highly-acclaimed 8040A, featuring an ingenious, flow optimized, reflex port that provides solid, clear and articulated low frequencies without compression, distortion or port noises. Combined with the advanced Genelec Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW) and the rounded edges and gently curved front and sides of the MDE (Minimum Diffraction Enclosure) enclosure, the result is an astoundingly flat frequency response both on and off axis. Other benefits include superb imaging precision and minimum listening fatigue.

Carefully designed dsp crossover filters with extremely steep roll-off characteristics feed dedicated power amplifiers for each of the low distortion drivers. The 8240A features magnetic shielding, overload protection circuitry and versatile room response controls as standard. The Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) control network and software enhances further the performance of the 8240A: it features adjustment of levels, distance delays and flexible room response improvement equalization with the reliable and robust AutoCal automated calibration system via the GLM control network. The 8240A has both analog and AES digital inputs in combination with a digital thru connection.

Each 8240A comes with an Iso-Pod (Isolation Positioner/Decoupler) which eliminates coloration of the sound by decoupling the monitor from its mounting surface. The Iso-Pod also allows the monitor to be angled so that its acoustic axis points directly at the listener. For ideal mounting in differing environments, the 8240A includes integrated rear support points for floor and wall stands, with an additional M10 threaded mounting hole on the enclosure base.

Genelec DSP - Network and Audio Connections

As a logical extension of the 8000 Series Active Monitors, Genelec has utilized sophisticated digital signal processing in the 8200 Bi-amplified Monitors and 7200 Subwoofers to allow for all standard AES/EBU formats of digital audio. The 8200/7200 Series will accept sampling rates ranging from 32 kHz to 192 kHz. The 8200 Series will also accept traditional analog signals and perform with all the features and benefits of Genelec 8000 Series products.

GLM - Genelec Loudspeaker Manager Software

The GLM software (available separately) is a sophisticated computer program (Windows XP or Mac OS X platforms) providing the necessary connectivity/control for all loudspeakers on the GLM Control Network. As many as 25 of the 8200 loudspeakers and 5 of the 7200 subwoofers are definable and controllable via standard CAT5 cabling. GLM allows multiple custom User Setups with all settings and functions able to be stored in GLM setup or directly to each loudspeaker. An intuitive Wizard guides the user through complete cabling connections and speaker labeling. Rapid Cabling setups for the most common system configurations, as well as Manual Cabling setups for customized system configurations, are available. The user may also customize groups for both channels and speakers. Solo/Mute functions are available as well. Volume can be controlled via computer, third party USB device or custom console. In addition, there is Video Display compensation for inherent video delays in digital video devices.

AutoCal - Fast and Easy Automated Acoustical System Calibration Algorithm

Genelec's automated system calibration software, AutoCal, combines decades of acoustic research along with the company's proprietary DSP and GLM network control. AutoCal supplies the industry's first integrated process for complete automated measurement, analysis and adjustment of every speaker on the network to correctly integrate and maximize each speaker within the mixing environment. Employing self-generated test signals and a Genelec 8200A Calibration Microphone (included), AutoCal calibrates the correct acoustical alignments for all the loudspeakers and subwoofers on the GLM Control Network. AutoCal uses a sine wave (chirp) sweep generated by each loudspeaker and subwoofer. This sweep is recorded using the microphone, over one or more positions, and the impulse response calculated. AutoCal then determines the correct acoustical settings for each loudspeaker and subwoofer to obtain: flat frequency response at the listening position, or over an area; equal timing arrival from all loudspeakers to the primary listening position; and proper alignment of the subwoofer(s) in terms of output level and crossover phase. SinglePoint and MultiPoint microphone positions provide measurement for one-, two- or three-position mixing environments - perfect for scoring stages or film/post-production applications. When AutoCal has optimized the Room Response Control settings, the results can be saved into the System Setup file. Further adjustment is then possible using the Acoustical Settings Editor. The Interactive Response Editor provides accurate graphical display of the measured response, filter compensation and resulting system response for each loudspeaker on the network. The 8200 Series Bi-amplified Monitors can utilize four notch filters and four shelving filters while the 7200 Series Subwoofers utilize four notch filters, plus Bass Roll Off controls.

Genelec 8240A Active DSP Monitor Features

The Genelec 8200 DSP Monitors support 3-modes of operation:

Stand Alone: This mode exemplifies the standard operation of Genelec 8000/7000 products with the standard set of room response controls and sensitivity adjustment found on connector panel DIP switches
GLM Computer Assisted: Once the network is connected and running, all DIP switches on connector panel are ignored. All acoustic parameters of the loudspeakers set through AutoCal or User Adjustment are controlled by FLM. This mode allows user defined setups to facilitate a wide variety of mixing requirements
Stand Alone Stored Settings: All acoustic parameters made in GLM can be safely stored to all loudspeakers and the network can then be removed, providing users with the confidence of secure and consistent performance when a computer with GLM software is not used.

Genelec 8240A Active DSP Monitor Specifications

Input format: Analog and Digital
Input word length: 16 -24 bits
Digital Input: AES/EBU (single/dual wire)
Connector type: XLR female input (same connector for both Analog and Digital input)
Input sampling rate: 32 -192 kHz
Control network: Proprietary Genelec Loudspeaker Manager network (GLM)
System calibration: AutoCal, GLM manual, Stand-alone
SPL
- Maximum short time sine wave acoustic output at 1 m on axis in half space, averaged from 100 Hz to 3 kHz: ≥105 dB SPL
- Maximum peak acoustic output per pair with music material: ≥115 dB SPL @ 1m
Drivers:
- Bass 6.5"
- Treble 3/4" metal dome
Crossover frequencies: 3 kHz
Free field frequency response 48 Hz - 20 kHz (± 1 dB)
Amplifier power /ch
- Bass: 90 W
- Treble: 90 W
Speaker dimensions (H x W x D)
- mm: 350 x 237 x 223 mm (Height with Iso-Pod 365 mm)
- inches: 13 13/16 x 9 3/8 x 8 13/16" (Height with Iso-Pod 14 3/8")
Speaker weight: 9.4 kg (20.8 lb)
Power: 110V / 60Hz