Genelec 4436A Smart IP Pendant Installation Speaker - Black

About: Genelec 4436A Smart IP Pendant Installation Speaker - Black

The ​​Smart IP 4436A hanging pendant loudspeaker is specially designed for AV installations in open high-ceiling spaces, easing targeted sound distribution while combining subtle aesthetics with the highest quality sound reproduction — and utilising our award-winning Smart IP single-cable networked technology for ease of installation, system scalability and simple operation. The elegant and highly durable steel pendant design of the two-way 4436A provides exceptional long-term value for premium AV installations and is available in a choice of black or white finish.

• AoIP - Our 8430 and Smart IP models support IP audio streams, for today’s highly networked world.
• PoE Power - Power-over-Ethernet allows our Smart IP loudspeakers to deliver impressive performance over a single CAT cable.
• Smart IP Manager - Powerful software that provides total control of Smart IP networked loudspeaker systems.
• Active crossover operating at low signal levels.
• Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW) for flat on and off-axis response.
• Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) for power consumption reduction in stand-by mode.
• Minimum Diffraction Enclosure (MDE) for uncoloured sound reproduction.
• Each transducer is driven by its own optimised amplifier.
• Sophisticated drive unit protection circuitry for safe operation.
• Advanced reflex port design for extended low frequency response.
• Versatile mounting options for all installation needs.

Built for style and sustainability

Designed and manufactured in Finland to be visually pleasing while meeting the highest sustainability standards, the 4436A is a hangable premium audio solution with a highly robust construction, assuring decades of reliable usage for amplifying captivating sound experiences. Genelec developed the loudspeaker's design in co-operation with celebrated industrial designer, Harri Koskinen, fusing our industry-leading acoustic expertise with Harri's minimalist Nordic flair, for a no-compromise combination of pure sound and design.

Uncompromised sound quality

With over four decades as the world's leading provider of professional monitoring loudspeakers, Genelec is uniquely placed to offer AV loudspeaker solutions with the highest quality of truthful, detailed and rich sound. Whenever audio is intended to create an attractive experience that visitors enjoy, Genelec's Smart IP product line assures a robust and flexible system that's designed and manufactured to meet the most demanding needs in AV.

Smart IP

Smart IP is Genelec's scalable Open IP networking technology platform, deriving power (PoE or PoE+ Power-over-Ethernet), audio and management all via a single standard CAT cable. The technology offers detailed loudspeaker configuration, supervision and calibration on an individual, room, zone and system level - without performance sacrifice. Each model, including the 4436A, reproduces audio with the highest level of uniform coverage, clarity and intelligibility, and can be freely networked with other Smart IP models to flawlessly play back Dante and AES67 streams.

Ease of installation

The 4436A is simple and easy to install, requiring only a single CAT cable for power, audio and management, and its included adjustable wire for hanging. Genelec Smart IP Manager software takes care of device discovery and allows the detailed configuration and status monitoring of loudspeakers, rooms, zones and audio channels. Day-to-day control of basic system functions is made even simpler by our intuitive Smart IP Controller app for iOS and Android devices. Additionally, our Smart IP solutions benefit from a public API command set and a series of freely available drivers that allow easy integration with a range of common control automation systems.

Loudspeaker Qualities

• The 4436A supports uncompressed low-latency audio with loudspeaker synchronisation to sub-microsecond level for solid acoustic imaging, and delivers a response of 58 Hz - 39 kHz via two independent internal 50 W Class D ampli cation stages – which drive a 130 mm (5 1/8 inch) woofer and 19 mm (3/4 inch) metal dome tweeter.
• The two-way 4436A features proprietary internal power supply technology that stores power in order produce an impressive 104 dB of short term SPL whenever needed.
• This active design provides both optimum audio performance and removes the need for bulky racks of external amplifiers and their associated cabling.

​Design

• Created in conjunction with leading industrial designer Harri Koskinen, the 4436A is Genelec’s very first pendant model. The loudspeaker is available in black and white finishes and is easily hung with the included hanging wire.
• Designed and manufactured sustainably in Finland under strict quality systems, backed up by Genelec’s well-earned reputation for unrivalled technical support. Considering reliability, flexibility and ease of installation to guarantee decades of reliable service.

​What makes Smart IP unique?

• Single-cable connectivity using PoE and PoE+ without performance sacrifice.
• Support for open audio and IP standards, and compatible with both Dante and AES67 streams
• Uncompromising uncompressed low-latency audio streaming directly into each loudspeaker.
• Loudspeaker synchronisation to sub-microsecond level for solid acoustic imaging.
• Full set of acoustic room compensation and alignment tools built into each loudspeaker.
• Complete public API command set for easy integration with third party automation systems.
• Access to Genelec’s Smart IP Manager software and Smart IP Controller mobile app.
• Renowned Genelec audio and build quality.

Specifications

• Lower cut-off frequency, -6dB -  ≤58 Hz
• Upper cut-off frequency, -6dB -  >39 kHz
• Frequency response within ± 2.5 dB -  70 Hz–20 kHz
• Minimum delay from analogue input to acoustic output -  2.2 ms
• Maximum short-term sine wave output on axis in half space, average 100 Hz to 3 kHz, at 1 m, using PoE+ power -  ≥104 dB SPL
• Maximum long-term RMS acoustic output in same conditions with IEC-weighted noise, at 1 m using PoE+ power (limited by driver unit protection circuit and the PoE power supply being used) -  ≥96 dB SPL
• Maximum peak acoustic output per unit in a listening room with music material, at 1 m, using PoE+ power -  >107 dB SPL
• Self-generated noise level in free space, at 1 m on the acoustical axis, A-weighted -  ≤10 dB
• Harmonic distortion at 85 dB SPL at 1 m on axis
  • Frequency range 70 – 200 Hz -  < 5%
  • Frequency range >200 Hz -  < 0.5%
• Dispersion angle (degrees), horizontal -  120°
• Dispersion angle (degrees), vertical -  100°
• Bass driver -  130 mm (5 in) cone
• Treble driver -  19 mm (3/4 in) metal dome
• Input / Crossover
  • Ethernet connection
    • 100BASE-TX
    • 1x RJ45
  • Nominal SPL with 0 dBFS digital audio input at maximum sensitivity -  130 dB SPL
  • Audio-over-IP streaming formats -  AES67, Dante
  • Analogue input, connector type -  3 pin Euroblock
  • Analogue input, Input impedance -  10 kOhm, balanced
  • Analogue input level for 100 dB SPL at 1 m -  -6 dBu
  • Analogue input, maximum input signal -  24 dBu
  • Crossover frequency, bass/treble -  2.9 kHz
  • Number of user-adjustable filters -  20
  • User selectable filters, choice of function for each user-adjustable filter
    • Parametric notch
    • High frequency shelf
    • Low frequency shelf
    • Bass roll-off
    • Bass tilt
    • Treble tilt
  • User selectable filters, parameter adjustment ranges for a notch filter
    • Gain -  -20…+2 dB
    • Q-value -  0.1…20
    • Center frequency -  10 Hz…16 kHz
  • Sensitivity adjustment range -  -60…0 dB
  • Delay adjustment range -  0…98 ms
• Amplifier
  • Bass amplifier output power, short-term -  50 W
  • Treble amplifier output power, short-term -  50 W
  • Supply power at switch, power-over-Ethernet
    • PoE+ (Class 4) -  30 W
    • PoE (Class 3) -  15 W
  • Supported PoE standards
    • PoE+ (supports signature and LLDP) -  IEEE 802.3at
    • PoE (supports signature) -  IEEE 802.3af
  • CAT cable specification -  5, 5e, 6
  • Maximum CAT cable length -  100 m (333 ft)
  • Power consumption in idle -  5 W
  • Power consumption in ISS power-down mode -  4 W
• Dimensions (Diameter x Depth) - 11.57 x 9.33 inch (294 x 237 mm)
• Weight -  11.68 lb (5.3 kg)

What's in the Box

• Pendant loudspeaker
• 5 m adjustable hanging wire
• Magnetically attached grille and covers for cable entry
• Operating manual