K-array KP102 User Manual
Python
KP52/KP102
USER’S MANUAL
English
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Contents
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1. INTRODUCTION 7
2. APPLICATIONS 7
3. KEY FEATURES 7
4. UNPACKING 8
5. WARRANTY 8
6. SAFETY 8
7. PHYSICAL 9
8. REAR PANEL 11
9. COVERAGE 12
10. WIRING 14
11. PROTECTION CIRCUITRY 14
12. ACCESSORIES AND CONFIGURATIONS 15
K-Base2 15
K-Fly2 16
K-Joint2 16
K-Wall2L 17
K-Wall2 17
K-KCluster2 / K-PCluster2 18
K-Foot 2 18
K-KStage2 / K-PStage2 19
13. SERVICE 19
14. SPECIFICATIONS 20
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SYMBOLS
K-array declares that this device is in compliance with applicable CE standards and
regulations. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective
country-specic regulations!
WEEE
Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local
collection point or recycling center for such equipment.
This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance
instructions in the accompanying literature. Read the manual!
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Warning! Dangerous voltages: RISK of electric shock.
This symbol alerts the user to the presence of recommendations about the product’s use
and maintenance.
This device complies with Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
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1. INTRODUCTION
The K-ar ray Py thons ar e passive speaker sy stems, c ompri sed of 3.15” neody mium mag net tran sduce rs house d in an ele gant
and sturdy stainless steel chassis. Available in t wo lengt hs, the K P52 features 8 drivers in a 0.5 m (19.7”) chass is, and th e
KP102 feat ures 16 dri vers in a 1 m (39 .4”) chassis. T he Kobras’ closely space d cone dr ivers provide phase coh erenc e, low
distor tion and focus ed liste ning bot h up close and at a dist ance.
To accommo date a rang e of appli catio ns, the ver tic al dispe rsion p atter n can be switched for eithe r wide or narrow coverage.
Optional rigging and li nking ac cess ories a llow mul tiple sp eakers to b e interc onnec ted, cre ating a wi de array o f verti cal and
horizontal configurations for temporary or permanent installation.
For i nte gra tion wi th othe r speake rs o r ampli fi ers , th e KP52 an d KP1 02 of fer sel ect ab le im pe dan ce (8Ω / 32 Ω fo r the KP5 2 and
4Ω / 16Ω for t he KP102). S et to 32Ω, up to eigh t KP52s c an be powered via a single ampli fier c hannel, simplifyin g insta llatio n
of wider d istributed ins talled systems.
Pyth ons are ab le to repr oduce t he entir e vocal f requen cy range w ith exce llent intelligibility, st arti ng from 150 H z. Integr ating
powered subwoofers from K-array ’s Redline series (KMT12, KMT18, K MT21) ensures excell ent cover age of the e ntire musical
freque ncy rang e. K-arr ay’s KA a mplif ier ser ies also feature s custom p resets, optimi zed for us e with the Phytho n serie s.
All Py thon c omponents are de signe d by K-array and custom-made under K-array ’s qualit y control system.
2. APPLICATIONS
• Theatres, Club, Churches
• Front ll and under-balcony ll
• Portable and installed AV systems
• Stage and AV studio monitoring
3. KEY FEATURES
• Unique performance-to-size ratio
• Vertical, Horizontal and 3D line-array applications
• Multiple 3.15” long-excursion full-range cone drivers
• Wide horizontal coverage
• Electronically protected
• Se lec tab le imp eda n ce (KP52: 8 / 32 Ω, KP102: 4 / 16 Ω)
• Selectable vertical pattern (Spot / Flood)
• Weather proof, suitable for outdoor installations
• Available in black or white
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4. UNPACKING
Each K-array loudspeaker is built to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory.
Upon arrival, carefully inspect the shipping carton, then examine and test your new loudspeaker. If you nd any
damage, immediately notify the shipping company. Only the consignee may institute a claim procedure regarding
the system’s electronic equipment.
5. WARRANTY
K-array systems are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials or craftsmanship over a period of 2
years from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period K-array will, at its discretion, either repair or
replace products which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging, shipping
prepaid, to an authorized K-array service agent or distributor. K-array cannot be held responsible for defects caused
by unauthorized modications, improper use, negligence, exposure to inclement weather conditions, acts of God
or accidents, or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by K-array. K-array
is not liable for consequential damages. This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied.
This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.
6. SAFETY
WARNING
• Only install the speaker in a location that can
structurally support the weight of the unit. Doing
otherwise may result in the unit falling down and
causing personal injury and property damage.
• Professional loudspeakers are capable of
producing extremely high sound levels and should
be used with care. Hearing loss is cumulative and
can result from extended exposure to levels in
excess of 90dB.
• Do not operate the speaker for an extended period
of time with the sound distorting.This is an indication
of malfunction, which can cause heat build-up and
result in a re.
• Never stand close to loudspeakers driven at high level.
• Suspending the system should only be done by
qualied personnel, following safe rigging practices.
Secure xings to the building structure are vital.
If there is any doubt, seek professional help from
architects, structural engineers or other specialists.
• No open ame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed near the device.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. The unit
contains no user serviceable parts. Repairs should
be performed only by factory trained service
personnel.
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