KLING & FREITAG VIDA L, VIDA C Operating Instructions Manual

K&F VIDA L and VIDA C

Important Information, Please Read Before Use!

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

Operating Instructions

Translation of the original instructions

Version 1.3

Released: 28.10.2016

Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C

Table of contents

Introduction 5

1.1 Icons Used 5

1.2 About these operating instructions 5

Product Description 6

2.1 Items IncludedVIDA L 6

2.2 Items IncludedVIDA C 6

2.3 Overview of VIDA L Parts 7

2.3.1 Upper Terminal 8

2.3.2 Lower Terminal 9

2.4 Product Labels and Icons 9

2.4.1 VIDA L name plate 9

2.4.2 VIDA L, bottom label 10

2.4.3 VIDA C name plate 10

Intended Use 11

System Requirements 11

Safety Instructions 12

5.1 General Safety Instructions 12

5.2 Preventing Hearing Damage 13

VIDA L Setup 13

6.1 Required Tools 13

6.2 Interconnecting System Components 13

6.2.1 Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues 18

6.2.2 Setting up a Speaker Array 18

6.2.3 Mounting the VIDA C 20

Dismounting 23

Wiring 23

8.1 AMP OUT pinout 24

8.2 Wiring Instructions 25

8.3 Connecting the VIDA L Speakers 26

8.4 Status indicator 29

First-time Use 30

9.1 Reset dongle 30

VIDA App Quick Overview 32

10.1 Initial Function Checks 32

10.2 Key Settings on the Setup Screen 33

10.3 Key Settings on the Beam Screen 33

10.4 Key Settings on the Audio Tools Screen 33

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10.5 Key Settings on the Groups Screen 33

10.6 Key Information on the Status Screen 33

Control 35

11.1 Control inputs (GPI) 35

11.1.1 GPI Hardware 35

11.1.2 GPI Software 35

11.2 GPO Control Outputs 37

11.2.1 GPO Hardware 37

11.2.2 not_found 37

11.3 Software GPI 38

Updating the Firmware 39

Transportation and Storage 43

Care and Maintenance 43

Technical Specifications 44

15.1 Technical Specifications VIDA L 44

15.2 Technical Specifications VIDA C 45

Measuring Diagrams 46

16.1 VIDA L diagrams 46

Dimensions and Weight 50

17.1 VIDA L, Dimensions and Weight 50

17.2 VIDA L with VIDA C, Dimension and Weight 51

17.3 VIDA L Mass Center 52

Accessories 53

18.1 Accessories for VIDA L 53

18.2 Accessories for VIDA L Flying Frame 55

Disposal 56

19.1 Germany 56

19.2 EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein 56

19.3 All Other Countries 56

Declaration of Conformity (CE) 58

Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. You have acquired a quality VIDA L speaker system with built-in power amplifier designed for maximum performance. To guarantee trouble-free operation and enable the device to achieve its full potential, please read these operating instructions carefully before use. You will find that your VIDA L speaker system is truly a versatile pro-grade tool.

1.1 Icons Used

Warning

This icon indicates a risk of injury or death. Not following these instructions may result in serious health problems including potentially fatal injuries.

Caution

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

This icon marks instructions for proper use of the described products. Not following these instructions may cause malfunctions or damage.

Tip

This icon marks information provided for simplified use of the described products.

1.2 About these operating instructions

guidelines provided in these operating instructions are based on information available at the time of publishing.

We assume no responsibility for technical specifications, dimensions, weights, and properties. All information in these operating instructions is subject to change without notice.

To ensure safe operation, all persons using the speaker system must have access to these operating instructions and all other relevant material during installation. Don’t set up or operate the speaker system before you have carefully read and fully understood this operating instructions. Keep the operating instructions readily available on site at all times.

The original language of all KLING & FREITAG operating instructions is German. If you need operating instructions from KLING & FREITAG, you can order a replacement or

download it from our www.kling-freitag.de.

Contact: info@kling-freitag.de

KLING & FREITAG GMBH, Junkersstr. 14, D-30179 Hannover Telefon +49 (0) 511 96 99 70, Telefax +49 (0) 511 67 37 94

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2. Product Description

2.1 Items IncludedVIDA L

• Line-array speaker with beam steering (1 item) and optional VIDA C

• VIDA L reset dongle (1 item)

• Neutrik PowerCon TRUE1 power cord (with Type C safety plug) Or Neutrik PowerCon TRUE1 power cord (1 item, no connector, for 115 V operation)

• (1x) Operating Instructions

Using the VIDA App software is obligatory for setting up the system. You can download the latest version from the Microsoft App Store (http://www.microsoftstore.com).

http://www.microsoftstore.com

When setup is complete, if you use the speaker in a fixed installation, you will not need VIDA App anymore.

2.2 Items IncludedVIDA C

• (1x) VIDA C

• (1x) Allen wrench (6 mm)

• NLT-425 speaker patch cord, 0.5 m, K&F item #35891 (1 item)

• (1x) Operating Instructions

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2.3 Overview of VIDA L Parts

1. (4x) Connecting Adapters (extended)

2. (8x) Connecting Pins

3. Upper Lever

4. Upper Terminal

5. Status indicator

6. 'VIDA C' (optional)

7. Lower Terminal

8. Bottom Lever

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2.3.1 Upper Terminal

1. Analogue Input (XLR)

2. AES/EBU Input (XLR)

3. VIDA Link Bus Input (RJ45)

4. AC Mains, 100 V - 240 V AC (Neutrik PowerCon True1)

5. Analogue Link (XLR)

6. AES/EBU Link (XLR)

7. Dante/Remote Primary (RJ45)

8. Dante/Remote Secondary (RJ45)

9. Phoenix Connectors (see below)

687

• 1. – 4. NC1, NO1, NC2, NO2: GPOs used for status output (warnings, errors)

• 5. – 7. COM, MUTE, PRIO: GPIs used, for example, for warning systems: auto switch-off for prioritizing another warning system, or for loading a specific warning-system preset

• 8. – 13. GND, +10 V, COM, a1, a2, a3: GPIs featuring power sources, allowing for switching between 8 presets

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2.3.2 Lower Terminal

1. AUX output (XLR)

2. VIDA Link Bus Output (RJ45)

3. AMP output (Neutrik Speakon)

2.4 Product Labels and Icons

VIDA L speakers have one or more labels showing icons and important information.

2.4.1 VIDA L name plate

1. Manufacturer logo

2. Disposal information (see the Disposal chapter on page 56)

3. Rating information (see the Wiring chapter on page 23)

4. Product weight

5. Product name

6. Manufacturer address

7. Grounding instruction

8. CE mark

9. Warnings

10. NEVER use this product in tropical climates or under similar climate conditions.

11. Never use this product in places exceeding an altitude of 2000 meters.

12. Serial number, weight

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2.4.2 VIDA L, bottom label

1. Warnings

2. AUX-out pinout and internal wiring (see the Wiring chapter on page 23)

3. AMP-out pinout and internal wiring (see the Wiring chapter on page 23)

4. Safety instructions on operating rigged speakers (see the Attaching a Flying Frame to a

Speaker chapter on page 13)

2.4.3 VIDA C name plate

1. Manufacturer logo

2. Serial number, weight

3. Product name

4. Manufacturer address

5. Disposal information (see the Disposal chapter on page 56)

6. CE mark

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3. Intended Use

Use the KLING & FREITAG speaker for audio reproduction only. Always use the specified accessories for flying or rigging.

Never operate the speaker in environments where the temperature exceeds 35 °C / 95 °F. Never operate the speaker in places exceeding an altitude of 2000 meters / 6000 ft. Make sure that the humidity is between 10% and 90%. When using a single flying frame, you can fly up to 8 VIDA L speakers without VIDA L at a

maximum down-tilt of –9.5° or up to 8 VIDA C speakers with VIDA L at a maximum down-tilt of –7.3°. VIDA C

When using two flying frames, you can fly up to 6 horizontally aligned VIDA L speakers without VIDA L or up to 5 VIDA C speakers with VIDA L. VIDA C

For commercial use as specified in this document only! Unless otherwise stated, use only KLING & FREITAG original parts for mounting the speakers.

Never use other parts (in particular, parts not made by KLING & FREITAG). Any other use not described in this document is not an intended use

4. System Requirements

For operating a VIDA L speaker, you only need a power source and an audio source. For setup purposes, you need a computer running Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 and the VIDA App installed.

The VIDA App required for setting up the speaker system is freely available at the Windows Store.

The software allows for making all required adjustments to the VIDA L: emulating audiences, managing array groups, making detailed sound-ray settings, and selecting the appropriate cardioid configuration.

For more information, refer to the VIDA App operating instructions, which is available for download on our website.

The audio can be applied from any source including Analog, AES, or Dante.

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5. Safety Instructions

5.1 General Safety Instructions

Warning

Power Supply

• Before connecting the device to a power source, check if the local voltage matches the voltage marked on the device. NEVER connect the device to an unauthorized power source. Doing so may permanently destroy the device.

• Make sure that the power outlet has a ground connector and it is connected to the device through the PE conductor of the power cord!

• Always route power cords so that they are protected from damage caused by stepping on it, tensile stress, or getting caught.

• Make sure you can disconnect the device from the mains at any time!

• All equipment interconnected through signal cables must be connected to common ground. Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or permanent damage to the connected equipment.

Warning

I/O

• The device does not include a master fuse. Therefore, be sure to protect the supply line appropriately (230 V: 16 A fuse max.; 115 V: 20 A fuse max.)!

• Also make sure the supply line has an appropriately dimensioned cable cross-section.

• Always use properly shielded cables with connectors attached as specified by the EMC directive.

• This device is not designed for home use.

• The device is designed for indoor use only.

Caution

Maintenance and Technical Service

Never perform any maintenance work on the equipment other than what is described in these operating instructions. Have repairs works performed by a qualified service technician only.

Only qualified technicians expressly authorized by KLING & FREITAG are permitted to repair the device. This is required, for example, if

• the power cord or power inlet have been damaged,

• objects or liquids have got inside the device,

• the device was exposed to rain,

• the device doesn't appear to be functioning properly,

• the device has fallen down or the enclosure has been damaged.

Caution

Never place your devices

• where they are permanently exposed to direct sunlight,

• near heat sources or open fire,

• where the airflow for cooling is blocked,

• where they are exposed to high moisture,

• where they are exposed to strong vibrations or dust.

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Caution

Intrusion of liquids

• Make sure at all times that no objects or liquids can intrude or leak into the device.

Noise

RF interference at the power cord or line cables may result in unwanted noise. When using the AES/EBU input, strong interference may result in a total audio dropout.

Prolonged Periods Of Non-operation

Disconnect the power cord from the mains if you don't use the device for a prolonged period of time.

Cleaning

Before cleaning, disconnect the device from power. Use a dry cloth only.

Transportation

When transporting the device, make sure that it is protected from vibrations.

5.2 Preventing Hearing Damage

Caution

This equipment is capable of delivering sound pressure levels in excess of 90 dB SPL, which may cause permanent hearing damage. Keep your distance from operating speakers.

6. VIDA L Setup

6.1 Required Tools

The following is required for mounting the VIDA C to the VIDA L speaker:

• Allen wrench (6 mm)

• Torque wrench for 16Nm

6.2 Interconnecting System Components

The following describes how to interconnect VIDA L system components. The approach is basically applicable to VIDA L accessories, too. Here, we will explain how to securely interconnect two speakers as an example. In this case, whether the components are placed vertically (upright) or horizontally is not important.

The key parts required for interconnecting two components are the upper and lower levers.

Upper lever:

The upper lever is used for locking or unlocking the rigging-system connecting adapter (steps 1 – 6 below).

Lower lever:

The lower lever is used for locking or unlocking the connection to another speaker or accessory (steps 7 – 9 below).

1 Pull out the upper lever towards its

longitudinal axis.

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2. Rotate the lever clockwise by 90 degrees.

Doing so will push the connecting adapters out of the speaker.

3. When all four connecting adapters are in position, rotate the lever anticlockwise back into the vertical position.

4. Push the lever back in in longitudinal direction until it snaps.

This will lock the lever.

5. Pull the connecting adapters out of the housing.

The connecting adapters are fastened and secured by means of connecting pins.

Warning

Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!

Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!

Check whether all four connecting adapters have been fully pushed out and locked (a).

Make sure that the lever has returned to its captive position (b).

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On both sides of the speaker, make sure that you can see and feel the chamfers of the 4 connecting pins (8 pins in total) are flush with the walls from outside (a).

The speaker top with the pulled-out connecting adapters is now ready for interconnection with another speaker or accessory.

The steps 7 – 9 below show how to prepare the speaker bottom for accepting the connecting adapters of another speaker or accessory.

7. Pull out the lower lever towards its longitudinal axis.

8. Rotate the lever clockwise by 90 degrees.

9. Push the lever longitudinally into the joint case to lock it.

Doing so will allow the receptacles to accept the connecting adapters of another speaker or accessory.

This speaker is now ready for accepting and securely locking the connecting adapters of another speaker or accessory. The steps below explain how to securely mount two prepared speakers to each other.

10.

Caution

Crushing hazard!

When mounting, avoid crushing your body parts between system components moving towards each other.

While mounting speakers onto each other, never put your hands between the connecting faces (i.e. speaker bottom and top faces)!

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Put this speaker onto another one or the connecting adapters of an accessory.

11. Pull out the lower lever towards its longitudinal axis.

12 Rotate the lever anticlockwise into

its original position. Doing so will fasten and secure the

connecting adapters of the lower speaker.

13 Push the lever back in in

longitudinal direction until it snaps.

Warning

Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!

Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!

Check whether all four connecting adapters have been fully pushed out and locked (a).

Make sure that the lever has returned to its captive position (b).

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On both sides of the speaker, make sure that you can see and feel the chamfers of the 4 connecting pins (8 pins in total) are flush with the walls from outside (a).

Tip

To support the adapters snapping into each other, slightly push the joint in every direction.

If any connecting pin still doesn’t extend fully, try pulling it out through the emergency bore. (See the Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues chapter on page 18.)

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6.2.1 Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues

Warning

Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!

Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!

At the end of the installation process, make sure that the lever locks into its horizontal position. In this position, the lever is secured against rotation.

Never use the rigging system if the lever does rotate in this position! Contact your retailer.

At the end of the connecting process, if the connecting pins have not been sufficiently moved out, the rigging system of this speaker may be damaged.

If the pin is blocked by dirt or foreign objects, try loosening it through the emergency bore.

1 For this purpose, carefully thread

an M4 screw into the connecting pin from outside.

2. Trying moving the screw and the lever to release the blocked pin.

Tip

If you have successfully released and pulled out the pin, be sure to have any issues resolved before next use.

Warning

Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!

Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!

Have the flying system repaired by a KLING & FREITAG authorized service provider.

6.2.2 Setting up a Speaker Array

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