P R O D U C T DATA

Dodecahedron Speaker Kit

Omnidirectional Sound Source

The Dodecahedron Speaker Kit offers a lightweight, yet pow-

erful signal source for room & building acoustic measure-
ments. The optimized frequency response ensures precise
measurements in accordance with the ISO 16283 and the
ISO 3382 standards. The kit includes the robust omnidirec-
tional DS3 Dodecahedron Speaker and the remote-controlled
PA3 Power Amplifier (class-D).

The dodecahedral design arranges 12 high-quality dynamic drivers

for a uniform omnidirectional radiation of the acoustic test signal.
The DS3 is powered by the portable PA3 power amplifier, which
includes a Pink noise generator with an equalized output signal. The
DS3 Dodecahedron Loudspeaker equalization ensures that the ISO 16283-1 requirement of ≤ 8 dB
with speaker stand difference between contiguous one-third octave bands in the emit-
ted sound is met. The wireless remote control allows the test signal
to be switched ON/OFF from outside of the measurement room.

Key Features
• Equalized acoustic frequency spectrum from 100 Hz to 8 kHz
• Maximum sound power typ. 120.5 dB
• Compact, robust and lightweight
• Wireless remote control
PA3 Power Amplifier (class-D)
Applications
• Room acoustics and building acoustics
• Airborne sound insulation analysis
• Absorption coefficient testing of building material
Sound Power Lw [dB rel. 1 pW]

DS3 Dodecahedron Speaker with

Carrying Bag and Speakon Cable DS3 Sound Power Spectrum

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Specifications PA3 Power Amplifier

Maximum continuous output 2*150 W into 2*4 Ω with Pink noise @ maximum
power level
Maximum short-term power 2*260 W into 2*4 Ω @ THD ≤ 1%
Protection Dynamic compressor, temperature, overcurrent,
DC, excessive clipping; visual indication via LEDs
Selectable signal sources • Internal equalized pink noise (Cf = 2.5)
• External signal, equalized
Control panel of PA3 Power Amplifier • Internal pink noise, not equalized (Cf = 3.6)
• External signal without equalization
Gain –18 dB to 29 dB (via level control) | mute
Power output Speakon
Dodec configuration chn1: 1+|1–; chn2: 2+|2–
Bridge mode (load ≥ 8 Ω) 1+|2–
Line-In
Connector XLR (balanced)
Level sensitivity 0 dBu for rated power into 2*4 Ω
Max. input level 20 dBu (±11 Vpp)
Impedance ≥ 10 kΩ (balanced)
Subwoofer Line-Out
Connector XLR (balanced)
Gain 3 dB (Line-IN to Subwoofer OUT)
90° Max. output level 18 dBu (±8.7 Vpp)
Impedance ≤ 600 Ω
105 dB
Cut-off filter 120 Hz low-pass filter Butterworth 24 dB/Octave
(4th order); complementary high-pass filter is auto-
150° 30° matically switched ON if subwoofer is active
95 dB
Dimensions (L x W x H) 358 x 173 x 245 mm (14.1” x 6.8” x 9.7”)
Weight 5 kg (11 lbs)
85 dB
Power Supply 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 850 W, fuse T6.3 A
Temperature Range 0° to +50°C (32° to 122°F)
Cooling Temperature controlled ultra-low-noise fan

210°
330° Humidity Range ≤ 90% RH (non-condensing)
Order Information NTi Audio # 600 000 506 (433 MHz)
NTi Audio # 600 000 510 (USA, 315 MHz)
NTi Audio # 600 000 511 (Japan, 426 MHz)
270°

Polar Plot of DS3 @ 1 kHz, 2 kHz

Specifications DS3 Dodecahedron Speaker

90° Standards Compliant with ISO16283, ISO140, ISO3382,

ISO354, DIN52210, ASTM-E2235/-E336/-E90
Sound power level > 120.0 dB re 1 pW (typical 120.5 dB re 1 pW)
95 dB
150° 30°
Frequency range 50 Hz to 10 kHz
Input connector Speakon (chn1: 1+/1– | chn2: 2+/2–)
85 dB
Speakers 12 speakers, 5” each, in dodecahedral configuration
Nominal impedance 2 x 4.2 W
Max. short-term peak power 600 W
Maximum input power RMS 1) 320 W

210°
330° Power compression 1)
< 1 dB
Diameter 350 mm (13.8”)

Weight 7.5 kg (16.53 lbs)

270°
Order information NTi Audio # 600 000 507
Polar Plot of DS3 @ 4 kHz, 5 kHz
Accessories • Included: Carrying bag, Speakon cable 5 m,
Manufacturer Calibration Certificate
• Optional: Speaker stand 35 mm, 130...230 cm
retractable, with carrying bag (NTi # 600 000 508)
All information subject to change without notice.
1)
: @ 1 hour continuous maximum power with Pink noise signal, 9 dB crest factor
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