Hi-2 Weighted Harmonic Distortion (Hi-2)
Add-on to the SPL Task and Optional Module for the KLIPPEL QC Framework
Features and Benefits
- Fast measurement of Hi2 distortion (also called „Blat“)
- Standardized or user defined limits
- Compatible to DIS-Pro
- Integrated in SPL task
- Conform to automotive standard
- Sensitive distortion measurement of higher harmonics
Hi-2 distortion (also called “Blat” distortion since detected defects sound like a “blat” on bass signals) is calculated from higher order harmonic distortion. Such harmonics are weighted in a special way to emphasize defect symptoms of unacceptable speaker behavior. The cause of the distortion was determined to be a rapid increase in suspension stiffness at large cone excursion.
This distortion measure is related to Rub&Buzz symptoms, which also indicates abnormal sound. However, Hi-2 distortion are characterized by lower harmonics than what Rub&Buzz distortion typically show.
The SPL Task uses a sine chirp for Hi-2 distortion measurement and can therefore measure this symptom in very short time. Hi-2 distortion may also be measured by the DIS Pro module using steady state sine tones.
Specification
Test Objects
- Hi-2 distortion was developed for automotive woofer, subwoofer
- applicable also to other types, especially low frequency drive units
Requirements
Test Hardware
- Klippel Analyzer 3 (KA3) or
- Production Analyzer (PA) or
- 3rd party audio interface (sound card)
License Dongle (USB)
PC
Software
- QC Standard Software
- QC Stand-alone Software
- SPL Task for R&D application
Accessories
Application Notes
Related Information
Other Modules of the R&D System
- 3D Distortion Measurement (DIS):
Measurement of intermodulation distortion, harmonic distortion, DC displacement and compression
(Hi-2 distortion using stepped sine signals) - Transfer Function Measurement (TRF):
Measurement of transfer function and harmonic distortion
Other Modules of the QC System
- Production Noise Immunity (PNI):
Coping with noisy environment; option for SPL Task - Sound Pressure Task (SPL):
Measurement of frequency response, THD and Rub&Buzz
General Features of the QC System
Literature and Papers
Standards
Non-official standards by automotive industry