KLING & FREITAG CA 1001 User Manual
K&F CA 1001
Controller P.A. im 'True Array Design'
User‘s Manual
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User’s Manual CA 1001
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User’s Manual CA 1001
Thank you for your decision to buy a Kling & Freitag product. To guarantee a troublefree operating of the equipment and to allow the KLING & FREITAG --- CA 1001 System to achieve its full potential please read the operating instructions carefully before
use.
With the purchase of a CA 1001 System, you have acquired a speaker system with the
highest possible quality and performance capabilities.
As the owner of a CA 1001 System, you now have a versatile and highly professional
tool which, when operated properly, is a true pleasure to use.
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User’s Manual CA 1001 Version 3.0, 08.09.2005
© by André Figula, Kling & Freitag GmbH, 1995 - 2005; all rights reserved.
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as well as changes to improve product quality.
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Contents
Chapter Page
1. General Safety Instructions for Using Speakers 5
2. Product Description and Versions 7
3. Important Notes for the ‘Outdoor Mobile’ Option 7
3.1 Features of the ‘Outdoor Mobile’ Option 7
4. Instructions for Versions with ‘100 V’ Option 8
4.1 Reasons for choosing Speakers with 100 V Technology 8
4.2 Connecting Diagram of the 100V Speaker Inputs 8
5. Instructions for Suspending the Speakers 8
6. Coverage Angles of the CA 1001 Speaker 9
6.1 Changing the Coverage Angles 9
7. Mounting Instructions for Speakers 10
7.1 Proper Arrangement of the Loudspeakers 10
7.2 Arrayed Speaker Systems (Cluster) 11
7.2.1 Horn not rotated 11
7.2.2 Horn rotated 12
8. Wiring 13
8.1 Connecting the Speakon Connector to the Terminal 13
8.2 Avoiding Ground Loops 14
8.2.1 What is a Ground Loop? 14
8.2.2 Avoiding Ground Loops 14
9. Configurations and Connecting Diagrams 15
9.1 Operating the Systems without C2 Controller 15
9.1.1 CA 1001 Systems in Full-Range Mode 15
9.1.2 Full-Range Mode & Subwoofer with Crossover (XO) 16
9.2 Operations with C2 Controller 17
9.2.1 Full-Range Mode with K&F C2 Controller 18
9.2.2 CA 1001 & Bass with Controller C2 in 2-Way Active Mode 19
10. Operating the Speakers 20
11. Crossovers: Wiring Diagram CA 1001 21
12. Touching Up Damage to Paint / Changing the Front Foam 21
13. Technical Specifications CA 1001 22
14. Measuring Charts 23
15. Dimensions 25
16. Accessories 26
17. Regulations for Disposal 27
17.1 Germany: 27
17.2 EU, Norway, Island, and Liechtenstein (not Germany): 27
17.3 Other countries 27
17. Included Safety and Mounting Instructions for Loudspeakers and Accessories
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1. General Safety Instructions for Using Speakers
Mounting the speakers
To prevent injury, the speakers must be securely placed on the floor or secured to the
(Mounting Instructions for Speakers).
.
Warning
wall according to the instructions on page 10
Please note that speakers can move as a result of vibrations. To prevent them from falling from their mounted position, they must be secured properly. If the weight of the
speaker exceeds 20 kg then it is necessary for two people to carry it.
Speakers may only be suspended or mounted to walls or ceilings by qualified personnel.
The speakers must be hung by using at least two of the designated flying points. The
same applies when lifting and aligning the speakers.
Never use signal cables or power cords for suspending, aligning or securing the systems.
When laying the connecting cables, make sure that nobody can trip.
Never hang more than two speakers under one another without using the designated
Kling & Freitag rigging equipment.
Ensure that all installation connections comply with the applicable safety guidelines and
that the size and strength are sufficient. Further instructions are in our user's manual for
assembly equipment and in the general safety instructions for speakers and assembly
equipment.
For mobile and fixed installations, use only rigging equipment from KLING & FREITAG.
Make sure to observe the included safety and mounting instructions for loudspeakers
and accessories.
Speakers and rigging equipment must be visually examined at regular intervals. If
there are signs of wear, they must be replaced immediately. Furthermore, screwed
connections of supporting parts must be checked routinely
Warning
Important
Protecting the speakers / avoiding fire hazard
In general, audio signals should not be overdriven. This may be caused by mixing consoles,
equalizers, effect equipment, etc. and should be indicated on this equipment. When a power
amplifier is overloaded at the output (clipping), then the amplifier should activate a clipping
warning signal. Power amplifiers can also be overloaded at the input circuit without the
amplifier signalling the clipping, i.e. when there is not sufficient headroom in the input circuit. We, therefore, recommend turning up the power amplifiers all the way and adjusting
the level before the power amplifier in order to avoid overloading the input circuit. In any
case, the signal must be reduced as soon as it sounds unnaturally distorted.
To protect the speakers from being destroyed and to avoid fire hazard, they should only
be operated with professional power amplifiers with the following specifications:
− Integrated or preceding subsonic filter (approx. 20 Hz, min. 12 dB / octave)
− integrated clipping limiter
− maximum rated power 500W@6 Ohms (equivalent 750W@4 Ohms)
If you wish to use a speaker with a power amplifier which does not fulfil these specifica-
tions, then the speaker should be controlled using a Kling & Freitag system controller
with limiter function. This is the only way overloading and that the risk of fire can be
avoided. The results of such a power amplifier defect of cannot be avoided by the controller.
If power amplifiers have power ratings lower than mentioned above, then it is imperati-
ve that a clipping limiter is used to protect the speaker even if it is used with a Kling &
Freitag system controller.
For damage caused by overloading or use with power amplifiers other than those recommended above, Kling & Freitag GmbH does not assume warranty and excludes liability for
possible consequential damage.
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The following signals may damage the speakers
− permanent high-pitched signals with high frequency, and continuous noise from
feedback.
− permanently distorted signals with high power.
−
noises, which occur when the amplifier is on while equipment is being connected,
disconnected or switched on
.
Important
Do not install devices in any of the following places:
− where the devices are permanently exposed to direct sunlight.
− where the devices are exposed to high moisture.
− where the devices are exposed to strong vibrations and dust.
Damage caused by the speakers' magnetic fields
Speakers are permanently surrounded by a magnetic field even when they are not
operating. Therefore, during transport and placement of the speakers, it is important
to ensure that there is always approx. 1 m between the speakers and magnetic data
media and computer/video monitors
.
Preventing hearing damage
To prevent the risk of hearing damage, avoid being too close to operating speakers
even if the volume level seems to be low enough. In general, volume levels over 90 dB
can cause hearing damage
.
Caution
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2. Product Description and Versions
Short description:
Passive 2-way full-range loudspeaker with 10’’ low-mid chassis and 1‘‘ high frequency
driver on a rotatable 85° x 55° CD horn. Integrated passive crossover with passive delay
time and phase correction, self-resetting protection circuits for low-mid and high frequency path. Precise coverage and constant directivity starting at 1000 Hz. Easy plug &
play operations without additional electronics. Optional operations via System Controller
C2.
Enclosure:
Multi-functional 15 mm birch plywood enclosure with highly resistable structured
black PU paint. Features: Integrated monitor angle and handle, thread inserts 5 x M10
and 2 x M8 for flexible mounting, compatible with optional accessories (e.g. stand
adapter, tilt brackets), ball proof steel grille with 70% permeability, mounted with 4
screws, exchangeable black acoustic foam front covering.
The CA 1001, with its compact construction, its light weight and high performance
capability is eminently suitable for mobile use in the standard version. Its discreet design also makes the CA 1001 suitable for fixed installations.
Special versions:
Warning
− CA 1001 ’100V’
Version with100V / 300VA toroidal transformer
− CA 1001 ‚Outdoor Mobile’
Version for outdoor use under roofs
− Special finish in RAL colours
− CA 1001 - SP:
Version with integrated power amplifier technology
’SP’ speakers are shipped with a special user’s manual!
3. Important Notes for the ‘Outdoor Mobile’ Option
The CA 1001 is available with the option ‘Outdoor Mobile’.
Speakers with the option ‘Outdoor’ have been optimised for outdoor use. They with-
stand temperature fluctuations in moderate climate zones and do not accumulate condensation water.
In order to guarantee the longevity and safety of the speakers, the speakers with the
option ‘Outdoor’ must still be protected from direct
They should be installed, for example, under a roof so that they also have sufficient
protection from driving rain from the side and direct sunlight.
effects of the weather.
3.1 Features of the ‘Outdoor Mobile’ Option
Version for mobile outdoor use under roofs.
Features like standard version but with the following extras:
− multi-layered, temperature and UV-resistant high-tech PU marine primer,
− final coating with highly resistant structured 2K paint in RAL colours,
− waterproofed diaphragms and electronic components protected against cor-
rosion with protective coating.
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4. Instructions for Versions with ‘100 V’ Option
Kling & Freitag speakers with ‘100V’ option are fitted with high-quality toroidal transformers. This serves to minimize loss of sound. Highly professional sound reinforcement
results can be achieved using 100 V Kling & Freitag speakers.
4.1 Reasons for choosing Speakers with 100 V Technology
− Reduction in conduction loss.
− Easy installation of a loudspeaker network due to simple parallel wiring.
The sum of the output power of the individual speakers (stated as VA = W)
must not exceed the output power of the 100 V amplifier.
− Speakers are galvanically isolated.
Important
− Speakers can be integrated into existing 100 V systems.
4.2 Connecting Diagram of the 100V Speaker Inputs
The 100 V transformer for the CA 1001 has one 300VA tap. The pin connections can
be seen below.
300VA transformer
300VA
0
all pins parallel to out
1+
1
IN
2+
-
2
-
5. Instructions for Suspending the Speakers
The speakers may only be suspended by trained specialised personnel with
proof of their qualifications.
Observe the prescribed safety factors. Follow the safety instructions for
speakers and mounting equipment as well as the respective national rules,
norms and safety regulations.
Speaker systems, whether single or connected to one another, must always be secured
to a second separate point, even if two rigging points are used for suspending the
speaker system!
Ensure that all connections are secured to prevent their detaching on their own and
that only admissible statically tested and sufficiently sized mounts, connecting devices,
ropes and chains are used.
We recommend using the M8 threads only for mounting stand adapters and TV-spigot
adapters. The M10 threads should be used for mounting the CA 1001 tilt brackets only.
Eyebolts can be attached to the M8 and M10 threads in order to suspend the speakers,
if they are dimensioned sufficiently (safety factor 12) and are used as described by the
manufacturer.
Pease note:
Warning
The M10 thread inserts can only support
The M10 thread inserts can only support weights up to 50 kg each.
The M10 thread inserts can only support The M10 thread inserts can only support
The M8 thread inserts can only support weights up to 12.5 kg each
The M8 thread inserts can only support weights up to 12.5 kg each.
The M8 thread inserts can only support weights up to 12.5 kg eachThe M8 thread inserts can only support weights up to 12.5 kg each
weights up to 50 kg each.
weights up to 50 kg each.weights up to 50 kg each.
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6. Coverage Angles of the CA 1001 Speaker
The CA 1001 can be operated in a vertical or horizontal (i.e. as a stage monitor) position. The coverage pattern of the speaker can be adapted to special needs by a 90°
rotatable horn.
The table below shows the coverage angles of a standing speaker: To determine the
coverage pattern of the high frequency horn, shine a flashlight through the front covering at the level of the horn. You will find a silver stripe that determines the position
and thus the coverage angles of the horn.
DEFINITION:
DEFINITION:
DEFINITION:DEFINITION:
Important
Standing speaker:
Horn not rotated
Horn not rotated
Horn not rotatedHorn not rotated
85° h x 55° v
85° h x 55° v
85° h x 55° v85° h x 55° v
Horn rotated
Horn rotated
Horn rotatedHorn rotated
55° h x 85° v
55° h x 85° v
55° h x 85° v55° h x 85° v
6.1 Changing the Coverage Angles
To turn the horn, follow these steps:
1) Remove the four grille mounting screws on the top and bottom of the speaker with
a 3 mm allen key and remove the grille from the speaker enclosure.
2) Remove the 4 screws securing the high-frequency horn (also 3 mm allen key). Ex-
tract the horn from the top. Should the horn adhere to the foam rubber attached
below, release it using a screwdriver or something similar to gently lever it up.
3) Rotate the horn 90° and screw the horn on tightly again (do not force it!).
4) Screw the grille on tightly.
If the coverage angle needs to be changed often, make sure that the horn is not always
rotated in the same direction, as the connecting cables, when twisted, may causing the
contacts of the driver to become loose.
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