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SC-444 Cinema Loudspeaker System
4-way Screen Channel


Developed specifically for the unique requirements of professional motion picture playback, the SC-444 extends QSC's commitment to the cinema market. As a member of the DCS Digital Cinema Speaker Series, the SC-444 is a four-way, selectable tri or quad-amplified screen channel loudspeaker system comprised of three main units - the MHV-1090 high-frequency system and dual LF-4215 low-frequency systems.

The MHV-1090 mid-high-very high system features a high output, horn loaded 10" midrange cone driver and a coaxial neodymium high-frequency/very high-frequency compression driver. The MHV-1090 includes a driver protection network and a passive crossover for tri-amp operation. The protection circuitry prevents low-frequency signals from damaging the high-frequency and very high-frequency driver. A high power 10" cone driver allows operation as low as 250 Hz and the advanced phase plug coupling permits a crossover point of up to 1800 Hz to the high-frequency horn. This ensures that most of the dialog range is reproduced by a single element, for unmatched intelligibility.

The coaxial neodymium high-frequency/very highfrequency compression driver provides a dramatic improvement in dynamic response, clarity and transparency. The annular high-frequency diaphragm covers the frequency range between 1800 and 7000 Hz with a smooth, linear response. The large diaphragm excursion of +/-0.8 mm results in high output and increased power handling. The very highfrequency driver covers the frequency range from 7000 to 22,000 Hz and eliminates the dome break up of conventional drivers that can cause resonance and harsh, metallic sound.

The LF-4215 dual 15" (381 mm) low-frequency enclosures are designed specifically to address the extended low-frequency response required for cinema applications. The dual LF-4215’s cover the frequency range from 35 Hz to 250 Hz. Close Coupled Woofers (CCW), with their tight spacing between woofers, improves coupling and keeps coverage angles wide over a greater frequency range than more widely spaced designs.

The SC-444 is designed for ease of installation. The MHV-1090 components come pre-assembled to reduce field assembly time. Three bolts are all that are required to secure the MHV-1090 to the top of the LF-4215 enclosure.

FEATURES

  • Four-way selectable, tri or quad- amplified screen channel system
  • Unique HF/VHF diaphragm has less mass than traditional diaphragms resulting in exceptional dynamic range, extended high frequency response and lower distortion
  • LF-4215 is constructed of MDF and is heavily braced
  • Low-distortion waveguides provide highly articulate dialogue
  • Shallow depth (20") facilitates installation
  • THX Approved



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DOCUMENTS

SC-444 Specifications (PDF 51K)
MVH-1090 User Manual (PDF 1MB)
LF-4215 User Manual (PDF 1.5MB)

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SC-444

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SPECIFICATIONS
 SC-444
Nominal Coverage 90° horizontal by +20 to -30° vertical
Frequency Range (-6 dB) 33 - 20 kHz
Active Crossover Frequencies
 250, 1700 and 6000 Hz, 24 dB per octave
LF-4215 (2) MHV-1090
Impedance 4 ohms each MF: 8 ohms
HF: 8 ohms
VHF: 8 ohms
Sensitivity 1 watt/1 meter, half space 102.5 dB
Tri-amp
MF:105 dB
HF/VHF: 110 dB
 Quad-amp
MF: 105 dB
HF: 110 dB
VHF: 110 dB
Maximum Input Power 1     
  8 hours of 6 db crest factor
  IEC 268 noise spectrum
 800 watts RMS each
MF: 275 W RMS
HF/VHF: 230 W RMS

 MF: 275 W RMS
HF: 150 W RMS
VHF: 80 W RMS
  2 hours of 6 db crest factor pink   
   noise, 50 Hz - 20 kHz, AES method		 1000 watts RMS each MF: 800 W RMS
HF/VHF: 500 W RMS maximum
  Recommended Amplifier Power 1600 watts RMS maximum each MF: 800 W RMS
HF: 500 W RMS
VHF: 300 W RMS maximum
     
Recommended Processing Subsonic filter below 30 Hz, >18 dB per octave 4th order LR crossover at 250, 1700 and
6000 Hz via QSC DCM or QSControl.net
Connectors Barrier strip screw terminals accept up to #10 AWG stranded wire Barrier strip screw terminals accept up to #10 AWG stranded wire
Transducers Four 15" (381mm) high efficiency, extended bass woofer featuring a 4" copper voice coils MF: 10" high-effeciency, horn-loaded cone with pahse plug
HF/VHF: coaxial neodymium compression driver with 3.5" (90 mm) HF diaphram and 1.75" (44 mm) VHF diaphram
Enclosure Quasi B4 alignment, ported enclosure with fully flared ports, symmetrical port design, tuned to 36 Hz, constructed of MDF and heavily braced. Features vandal resistant woofer mounting bolts Tilt/Pan Bracket
± 10° vertical tilt
± 10° horizontal pan
Dimensions (HxWxD) 72" x 30" x 20.3"
(1820 mm x 762 mm x 516 mm)		 39" x 30" x 20"
990 mm x 762 mm x 508 mm)
Net Weight 344 lbs (156 kg) 84 lbs (38.5 kg)
System Weight 428 lbs (193.5 kg)
Baffle Cut-Out 111.6" x 32"
1 Maximum input power tested in accordance with IEC 268-5 recommendations, 50 Hz - 20 kHz band limiting, 6 dB signal crest factor.

Specifications subject to change without notice.
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