KLING & FREITAG Line 212-9 User Manual

Benutzerhandbuch

TEL 0 (049) 511- 969 97-0

Version 1.0

Stand: 08.06.2006

Die Version CA 106 F weicht in Form und Aussehen von

dieser Abbildung ab.

KLING & FREITAG GmbH Junkersstrasse 14 D-30179 Hannover PHONE +49 (0) 511- 96 99 70 FAX +49 (0) 511- 67 37 94 www.kling-freitag.de

Important Information, Please Read before Use!

K&F LINE 212-6/-9

User‘s Manual

Version 5.0.

Released: 08.09.2005

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

Thank you for your decision to buy a KLING & FREITAG sound system. To guarantee a trouble-free operating of the equipment and to allow the KLING & FREITAG - Line 212 system to achieve its full potential please read the operating instructions carefully before use.

With the purchase of a Line 212 system, you have acquired a P.A. system with the highest possible quality and performance capabilities.

As the owner of a Line 212 System, you now have a versatile and highly professional tool which, when operated properly, is a true pleasure to use.

Symbols in User's Manual

This symbol indicates the possibility of life-threatening danger and a health risk for persons. Not following these instructions may result in serious health problems including potentially fatal injuries.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not following these instructions may cause minor injuries or cause property damage.

This symbol gives instructions for the proper use of the described products. Not following these instructions may cause malfunctions or property damage.

Important

Information about this User's Manual

User’s Manual LINE 212-6 / -9, Version 5.0, 08.09.2005 © by André Figula, Kling & Freitag GmbH, 1995 - 2005; all rights reserved. All specifications in this manual are based on information available at the time of pub-

lishing for the features and safety guidelines of the described products. Technical specifications, measurements, weights and properties are not guaranteed.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make product alterations within legal provisions as well as changes to improve product quality.

All persons who use the speaker system must have this guide and all further information for safe operations available to them during assembly, disassembly, and use.

We appreciate any input with suggestions and improvements for this manual. Please send this to us at the following address:

info@kling-freitag.de or to: KLING & FREITAG GMBH Junkersstr.14 D-30179 Hannover Phone +49 (0) 511 - 96 99 70 Fax +49 (0) 511 - 67 37 94

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

Contents

Chapter Page

1. General Safety Instructions for Speakers 6

2. Product Descriptions and Versions 8

2.1 LINE 212 - 6 8

2.2 LINE 212 - 9 8

3. Important Notes for the ‘Outdoor’ Option 9

3.1 ‘Outdoor Mobile’ 9

3.2 ‘Outdoor Installation’ 9

4. Rigging Instructions for Line 212 Systems 10

4.1 Vertical Suspension 10

4.2 Horizontal Suspension 11

5. Using the ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Points 12

6. Using the Rear Mounted ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Track 13

6.1 Mounting the Single Stud Fittings 13

6.2 Mounting the Double Stud Fittings 14

7. Coverage Pattern of the Line 212 Systems 15

7.1 Changing the Coverage Pattern 15

8. Mounting Instructions for Speakers 16

8.1 Proper Arrangement of the Loudspeakers 16

8.2 Arrayed Speaker Systems (Cluster) 17

8.3 LINE 212 Systems on Top of SW 215E 18

9. Operations with the K&F C2 Controller 19

9.1 Operations with Additional Bass Systems via C2 20

9.1.1 Line 212 via C2 and Bass B10 via C10 Controller 20

9.1.2 Line 212 and Bass B10 via C2 in 2-Way Active Mode 20

9.1.3 Line 212 via C2 in Full-Range Mode and Bass B10 via C10 21

10. Wiring 22

10.1 Connecting the Speakon Plugs to the Connecting Terminal 22

10.2 Avoiding Ground Loops 23

10.2.1 What is a Ground Loop? 23

10.2.2 Avoiding Ground Loops 23

10.3 Connecting Schemes 24

10.3.1 Line 212 with Controller C2 in Full-Range Mode 24

10.3.2 Line 212 and Bass with Controller C2 in 2-Way Active Mode 25

10.3.3 Additional Bass System B10 via Controller C10 25

11. Operating the LINE 212 System 26

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

Chapter Page

12. Crossovers 27

12.1 Wiring Diagram 27

12.2 Fuses and Protection Circuits 27

13. Touching Up Damage to Paint / Changing the Front Foam 28

14. Technical Specifications 29

14.1 LINE 212-6 29

14.2 LINE 212-9 30

15. Measuring Charts 31

15.1 LINE 212-6 31

15.2 LINE 212-9 33

16. Dimensions 35

17. Accessories 36

18. Regulations for Disposal 37

18.1 Germany: 37

18.2 EU, Norway, Island, and Liechtenstein (not Germany): 37

18.3 Other countries 37

18. Included Safety and Mounting Instructions for Loudspeakers and Accessories

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

1. General Safety Instructions for Speakers

Mounting the speakers

To prevent injury, this equipment must be securely placed on the floor or secured to the wall according to the mounting instructions on page Speakers

). 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 weight of the speaker exceeds 20 kg then it is necessary for two people to carry it

Speakers may only be mounted to wall and 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

For mobile and fixed installations, use only assembly equipment from KLING & FREITAG.

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 assembly 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

16 (Mounting Instructions for

Warning

. If the

Protecting the speakers / operating safety

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, they should only be operated with professional power amplifiers with a maximum rated power of 1400W@6Ω (equivalent 2100W@4Ω).

− If power amplifiers have power ratings lower than mentioned above, then it is impera- tive that a clipping limiter is used to protect the speaker even if it is used with a Kling & Freitag system controller.

−

Operating safety and maximum performance of the LINE 212 System can only be guaranteed when used with the C2 Controller. We cannot offer a guarantee for overload damage resulting from use with a controller aside from the C2.

For damage caused by

− overloading the speakers

− using the speakers with power amplifiers other than those recommended above

− using the speakers without a controller or with a controller other than the K&F C2

Controller,

Kling & Freitag GmbH does not assume warranty and excludes liability for possible consequential damage

Important

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

The following signals may damage the speakers

− permanent high-pitched signals with high frequency and continuous noise

Important

from feedback

−

permanently distorted signals with high power.

noises, which occur when the amplifier is on while equipment is being con-

−

nected, disconnected or switched on

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 or rain.

− 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

Caution

can cause hearing damage.

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

2. Product Descriptions and Versions

2.1 LINE 212 - 6

Short description:

2+1-way, completely horn loaded full-range speaker system with bass reflex tuning. Integrated passive crossover with patented 'FLC technology' corrects delay times and phase. Operations via specific system controller or signal processor with system macros. Components: two horn loaded 12" chassis and one 1.5" high frequency driver on a rotatable 65° x 50° CD-horn.

Enclosure:

Trapezoidal birch plywood enclosure with highly resistable structured black (RAL 9005) or grey (RAL 7016) paint, 4 ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying points, 1 rear mounted ‘allsafe JUNFALK’ flying track, 2 butterfly handles, locking profiles for transport cover, stacking sliders and corresponding stacking grooves for stacking identical enclosures, ball proof steel grille covered with exchangeable black acoustic foam.

Optional versions:

− LINE 212-6 - ‘Outdoor Installation’ / ‘Outdoor Mobile’

− Special finish in RAL colours

− LINE 212-6 - SP:

Version for outdoor use under roofs.

Version with integrated power amplifier technology

SP' speakers are shipped with a separate user's manual!

2.2 LINE 212 - 9

Short description:

Enclosure:

Trapezoidal birch plywood enclosure with highly resistable structured black (RAL 9005) or grey (RAL 7016) paint, 4 ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying points, 1 rear mounted ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying track, 2 butterfly handles, locking profiles for transport cover, stacking sliders and corresponding stacking grooves for stacking identical enclosures, ball proof steel grille covered with exchangeable black acoustic foam.

Optional versions:

− LINE 212-9 - ‘Outdoor Installation’ / ‘Outdoor Mobile’

− Special finish in RAL colours

− LINE 212-9 - SP:

Version for outdoor use under roofs.

Version with integrated power amplifier technology

SP' speakers are shipped with a separate user's manual!

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

3. Important Notes for the ‘Outdoor’ Option

Speakers with the option ‘Outdoor Mobile’ and ‘Outdoor Installation’ have been optimised for outdoor use. They withstand 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

Warning

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 ‘Outdoor Mobile’

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.

3.2 ‘Outdoor Installation’

Warning

Version for fixed outdoor installations under roofs. Features like 'Outdoor Mobile', but with the following differences:

− No handles, feet, stacking foot grooves and locking profile for transport cover.

− Stainless steel flying points M 10 x 18 instead of ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying points (positions and load capacity are the same)

− Instead of rear mounted flying tracks: two stainless steel thread inserts M 10 x 18 as flying points (load capacity 60 kg / point)

Tighten all screwed connections on the speaker and protect them against coming loose.

− Single stainless steel grille instead of parted steel grille.

a. The complete grille must be removed when turning the horn. Remove

the screws on the grille.

− Foam covering behind the grille.

− Visible screws made of stainless steel.

− Stainless steel connecting terminal with single PG cable fitting,

Ø 13 mm

Connector:

507,5 mm

159 mm 122 mm

2+ bn

bl = blue bn = brown

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

4. Rigging Instructions for Line 212 Systems

The speakers may only be mounted by trained specialised personnel with proof of their qualifications as a certified 'rigger'.

Please follow the accompanying instructions for speakers and assembly equipment.

Ensure that all connections are secured to prevent their detaching on their own and that

Warning

only admissible statically tested and sufficiently sized connecting devices, ropes and chains are used.

Pay attention to the required safety factors. Make sure to observe the included safety and mounting instructions.

A maximum load of 73 kg may be suspended from the two flying points of one Line 212 system. This means a maximum additional load of 36.5 kg on each ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying point. This applies for both vertical (see details on this page) and horizontal suspension (see details on next page).

4.1 Vertical Suspension

The Line 212 System must always be mounted with two wire ropes or chains, which are independent of one another! Furthermore if individual or connected to one another, must be secured onto the ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ flying track on the rear. This safety rope may be used for aligning the systems.

The safety rope must have a minimum length of 100 cm and must be attached so that, in case it falls, the height of the fall is kept to a minimum. A possible fall height of 20 cm may not be exceeded! With a higher fall height, the dynamic load of a fall could be inadmissibly high; potential risk of system crash.

The safety ropes of different systems must always come together at one point.

Each of the utilised separate lifting accessories (chains / wires / shackles) must be able to carry the 12-fold load of the total weight.

While installing, be sure that the system can swing in case a rigging point fails. With this in mind, the speaker must be mounted so that no people or objects are within the potential range of the swinging speakers.

The weight of the speaker hung below may not exceed 73 kg (this weight corresponds to the approx. weight of a SW 215E-SP).

The angle of the rope / chain to the top of the speaker mounted below may not exceed 45°.

, the systems, no matter

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

4.2 Horizontal Suspension

If a speaker unit consisting of several connected systems is to be flown and aligned, then the individual speakers must be attached to one another before connecting them to the ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Track. Consult the provided illustration when doing so. For

Warning

the rear connection of the loudspeaker systems use the double stud fittings available from Kling & Freitag and a proven 1/2" shackle (alternative single stud fittings and 3/8" shackle). Pull the threaded bolt of the shackle with a torque of 10 Nm (hand-

tight with 200 mm long lever, e.g. screwdriver). Alternatively, you can use proven, high-strength shackles with a split pin. Only in this way can you ensure that the bolt will not

become loose.

The ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Track can only support weights up to 73 kg. Therefore the load must be distributed on several flying tracks when suspending the systems.

For horizontal operations, the system is designed for a maximum array of 3 Line 212-6 systems. More of theses systems may not be flown below one another.

We recommend using the BGV C1 certified and type tested Click & Fly Rigging System for mounting the Line 212 systems (see the ‘Click & Fly for Line 212 / SW215E' user's manual).

Please pay attention to the following instructions for flown operations without the Click & Fly rigging system:

Wrong:

− The upper rigging points of the top speaker must carry the full load. Consequently, the permissible max. load of the top points is exceeded.

− The speakers are not secured by the additional safeties

Right:

− The load of the individual speakers is threaded through the bent continuous bracket. The load is, therefore, held by the bracket, and the speakers’ flying points consequently only have to carry the load of the corresponding speaker.

− The speakers are connected to one another on the rear. The suspension point is located on the connection of the two lower speakers. As a result, the load is distributed to both speakers.

User's Manual LINE 212-6 / LINE 212-9

5. Using the ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Points

Single Stud Fitting

Used as fastener to the ‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Point.

1.)

Take the single stud fitting in one

hand...

3.)

‘allsafe JUNGFALK’ Flying Point

Receptacle for special fasteners.

2.)

... and push the locking device up

against the spring tension.

4.)

Put the flat head of the holding

bolt into the guiding of the flying point.

Release the locking device when

the single stud fitting is located in the middle of the flying point. Make sure that the locking device clicks into place.

5.)

Warning

Check that the single stud fitting is

securely fastened and cannot be pulled out.

+ 25 hidden pages

KLING & FREITAG Line 212-9 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

3. Important Notes for the ‘Outdoor’ Option

3.1 ‘Outdoor Mobile’

3.2 ‘Outdoor Installation’