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Lyzard-KZ1
Pioneering, powerful and exclusive
mini point source with a 0.5″ cone driver
USER GUIDE
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Index
Unpacking 4
Setup 4
Installation 5
Adhesive Pads 5
Permanent Installation Using Wall Plug 5
Connecting 6
Loudspeakers in Parallel 6
Service 7
Cleaning 7
Mechanical drawings 7
Technical specifications 8
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions - Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Warning. Failure to follow these safety instructions
could result in fire, shock or other injury or damage to
the device or other propert y.
Installation and commissioning may only be carried out
by qualified and authorized personnel.
Switch-off the mains power supply before carrying out
any connection or maintenance operations.
This fixture is intended for installation in accordance
with National Electric Code and local regulation:
To assure full compliance with local codes
and regulations, check with your
local electrical inspector before installation
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-specific 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 aler ts the user to the presence of
recommendations about the product’s use and
maintenance.
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to aler t the user to the
presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within
the product enclosure that may be of magnitude to
constitute a risk of electrical shock.
This device complies with Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive.
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• Read these instructions.
• Keep this instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dr y cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the car t/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• This loudspeaker system is intended for professional use.
• Beware of sound levels. Do not stay within close proximity of
loudspeakers in operation. Loudspeaker systems are capable
of producing very high sound pressure levels (SPL) which can
instantaneously lead to permanent hearing damage. Hearing damage
can also occur at moderate level with prolonged exposure to sound.
Check the applicable laws and regulations relating to maximum sound
levels and exposure times.
• Before connecting the loudspeakers to other devices, turn off the power
for all devices.
• Before turning the power on or off for all devices, set all volume levels to
minimum.
• Use only speaker cables for connecting speakers to the speaker
terminals.
• Be sure to observe the amplifier’s rated load impedance particularly
when connecting speakers in parallel. Connecting an impedance load
outside the amplifier’s rated range can damage the devices.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• K-array will not shoulder any responsibilities for products modified
without prior authorization.
• K-array cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use
of the loudspeakers.
General heed and warnings
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Thank you for choosing this K-array product!
To ensure proper operation, please carefully read this
reference manual and safety instruction before using the
product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for
future reference.
Should you have any questions about your new
device please contact K-array customer ser vice at
support@k-array.com or contact the official K-array distributor
in your country.
The unique design of the Lyzard-KZ1 sets the loudspeaker
in a class of its own.
The Lyzard-KZ1 measures 2 x 3,7 x 1 cm and weighs only
21 grams; it is composed of a single 0.5” long excursion
transducer contained in an ultra-resistant aluminum chassis,
capable of high-profile audio performance.
An innovative sound experience, the high-efficiency driver,
which covers an impressively wide frequency range, has
a neodymium magnet and suspensions engineered for
maximum linear excursion and minimum residual transducer
noise.
The Lyzard-KZ1 is designed for discreet use in a variety of
intimate environments where high-quality background music
is needed in a compact form, such as museums and small
retail stores and comes in a variety of premium finishes.
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Unpacking
Each K-array product is built to the highest standards and
thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory. Upon arrival,
carefully inspect the shipping carton. If you find any damage,
immediately notify the shipping company. Check that the
following parts are supplied within the package:
A. 1x Lyzard-KZ1 loudspeaker with cable*
B. 2x screw and plug mounting kits
C. 4x double-sided removable adhesive pads
D. 1x adhesive magnetic pad
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Setup
Lyzard-KZ1 performs best when positioned on a planar
surface such as a wall. Find the proper installation height,
aiming the loudspeaker at the listening position.
We suggest the following configurations:
D
H
Seated listening area
H: min height 1,5 m (5 ft) / ma x height 2,5 m (8¼ ft)
D: min distance: 2,5 m (8¼ ft)
D
B C D
The accessories provided within the packaging allows an
easy installation in any application, either in permanent or a
temporary setup.
* In the Lyzard-KZ1 AZ kit the cable is terminated with an euroblock connector.
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H
Standing listening area
H: min height 1,7 m (5⅔ ft) / max height 2,7 m (9 ft)
D: min distance: 2,5 m (8¼ ft)
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Installation
Adhesive Pads
The adhe sive pads are intended for quick a nd clean installatio n
on flat surfaces. Two types of pad are provided: the doublesided removable adhesive pad and the magnetic pad are
ready to use for either fixed and temporary installations.
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2. Drill two 4 mm (0.15 in) diameter holes in the surface at
the a distance of 9,4 mm (0,37 in) between each other
and at least 20 mm (0.80 in) deep;
4 mm
0,15 i n]
[
9,4 mm
[0,37 in]
Permanent Installation Using Wall Plug
For permanent installation a kit including a proper screw and
plug is provided.
Follow these operating instructions:
1. Before permanently affixing the loudspeaker to the
surface, gently remove the outer grill;
3. Set the wall plug in place and gently screw the
loudspeaker to the surface;
4. Reposition the outer grill on the loudspeaker.
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Connecting
Lyzard-KZ1 is already pre-wired with 5 m (16.4 ft) of ultra-thin
speaker cable to be directly connected to any K-array power
amp lifier.
K-array’s Kommander line of amplifiers featuring built-in DSP
will operate the Lyzard-KZ1 at its optimized performance only
with the proper device preset: ensure to load the Lyzard-KZ1
device preset before applying any signal to the loudspeaker.
Before connecting the loudspeaker cable to the amplifier:
Set the dedicated Lyzard-KZ1
DEVICE PRESET on the amplifier DSP
BEFORE applying any signal to the loudspeaker
• ensure the amplifier’s minimum loading impedance
is matched, especially when connecting multiple
loudspeakers in parallel (see next paragraph);
• ensure that the amplifier is switched off.
The Lyzard-KZ1 ultra-thin speaker cable
should not be cut, jointed or soldered.
Instead of altering the wiring, replace the cable.
In case of cable replacement, for a cable run of up to 5 m
(16.4ft) use a wire gauge of 0,5 mm2 (24 AWG) at least.
For longer cable runs a wider gauge is recommended.
In order to screw the terminals of the Lyzard-KZ1, use 2-mm
(5/64 in) standard (flat-blade) screwdriver.
Caution must be taken when connecting the loudspeaker
cable to the amplifier’s terminal to match the signal polarity:
+ HOT red wire
– COLD black/blue wire
When connecting the wires to a SpeakOn NL4 connector,
screw the HOT+ wire to the terminal 1+ or 2+ and the
COLD– wire to the terminal 1- or 2-.
25 mm (1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
1-
2+
1+
1-
1+
2+
2-
2-
Loudspeakers in Parallel
By connecting the loudspeakers in parallel it is possible to
drive many loudspeakers with the same audio signal by
means of a single amplifier output channel.
The parallel connection lowers the total load impedance.
Caution must be taken to maintain the load impedance of
the paralleled loudspeakers above the amplifier’s minimum
loading impedance.
Leveraging on the Lyzard-KZ1 impedance, up to 4
loudspeakers can be connected in parallel to the same
amplifier output channel.
N. of loudspeakers 1 2 3 4
Parallel impedance
16 Ω 8 Ω 5,3 Ω 4 Ω
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Service
To obtain service:
1. Please have the serial number(s) of the unit(s) available
for reference.
2. Contact the official K-array distributor in your country: find
the Distributors and Dealers list on the K-array website.
Please describe the problem clearly and completely to
the Customer Service.
3. You will be contacted back for online servicing.
4. If the problem cannot be resolved over the phone,
you may be required to send the unit in for service. In
this instance, you will be provided with an RA (Return
Authorization) number which should be included on all
shipping documents and correspondence regarding
the repair. Shipping charges are the responsibility of the
purchaser.
Any attempt to modify or replace components of the device
will invalidate your warranty. Service must be performed by
an authorized K-array service center.
Cleaning
Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the housing. Do not use
any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing
alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. Do not use any sprays near
the product or allow liquids to spill into any openings.
Mechanical drawings
22,1mm
0,9in
1,5in
37mm
0,4in
10,5mm
9,4mm
0,4in
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Technical specifications
General
Typ e Point source
Driver s 0.5” neodymium magnet woofer with 0.5” voice coil
Frequency Response 500 Hz – 18 kHz (-6dB)
Rated Power 3.5 W
Maximum SPL 86 dB peak
Nominal Impedance 16 Ω
Crossover External crossover required
Coverage 140 °
Handling & Finishes
IP Rating IP54
Dimensions (WxHxD) 22 x 37 x 11 mm (0.84 x 1.46 x 0.41 in)
Weight 0,021 kg (0.046 lb)
Colors & Finishes black, white, custom RAL, brushed and polished stainless steel, 24K gold finishes
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Accessories
Recommended Amplifier Kommander-KA02
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Maximum SPL is calculated using crest factor 4 (12dB) @ 1 m and power handling specifications, exclusive of power compression.
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Designed and Made in Italy
K-ARR AY s u rl
Via P. Romagnoli 17 | 50038 Scarperia e San Piero - Firenze - Italy
ph +39 055 84 87 222 | info@k-array.com
www.k-array.com
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