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General information
1 General information
This manual contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and
follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the manual for future reference.
Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the unit, please make
sure that the buyer also receives this manual.
Our products and user manuals are subject to a process of continuous development. We there‐
fore reserve the right to make changes without notice. Please refer to the latest version of the
user manual which is ready for download under www.thomann.de.
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1.1 Further information
General information
On our website (www.thomann.de) you will nd lots of further information and details on the
following points:
DownloadThis manual is also available as PDF le for you to download.
Keyword search
Online guides
Personal consultation For personal consultation please contact our technical hotline.
Service
Use the search function in the electronic version to nd the topics of
interest for you quickly.
Our online guides provide detailed information on technical basics
and terms.
If you have any problems with the device the customer service will
gladly assist you.
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1.2 Notational conventions
This manual uses the following notational conventions:
Instructions
The individual steps of an instruction are numbered consecutively. The result of a step is
indented and highlighted by an arrow.
Example:
1.Switch on the device.
2.Press [Auto].
3.Switch o the device.
1.3 Symbols and signal words
In this section you will nd an overview of the meaning of symbols and signal words that are
used in this manual.
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Automatic operation is started.
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Signal wordMeaning
DANGER!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or
serious injury if it is not avoided.
CAUTION!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it
is not avoided.
NOTICE!This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐
sible dangerous situation that can result in material and
environmental damage if it is not avoided.
Warning signsType of danger
Warning – danger zone.
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Safety notes
2 Safety notes
Intended use
This speaker / light stand is used for stable xing and height-adjustable installation of loud‐
speaker cabinets and lights. Use the product only as described in this user manual. Any other
use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in
personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from
improper use.
This product may be used only by persons with sucient physical, sensorial, and intellectual
abilities and having corresponding knowledge and experience. Other persons may use this
product only if they are supervised or instructed by a person who is responsible for their safety.
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Safety
Safety notes
DANGER!
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of and are not in
the reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard!
Ensure that children do not detach any small parts (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the product. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Never let children play unattended with the product.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping when transported under load
If the stand is moved without having removed the installed device, the stand may
tip over and cause injuries and property damage.
Remove the installed device before transporting the stand.
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CAUTION!
Danger of tipping on unsuitable surfaces
When the speaker stand is installed on soft or uneven ground, the stand may tip
over and cause injuries and property damage.
Install the stand only on even and solid surfaces.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping due to overload
In case of overload, the stand may tip over and cause injuries and property
damage.
Never exceed the maximum load capacity specied for the stand.
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NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
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Features
3 Features
Professional speaker and light stand
n Material: Steel / magnesium compound
n Individually reinforced legs for high stability
n Height: 150 to 310 cm
n Stand space diameter 120 cm
n Pipe diameter: 28 mm
n 35 mm adapter for suitable speaker box
n Centric load capacity up to 30 kg
n Made in Europe
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4 Operating
Operating
Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the product. Keep
the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture
during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material
suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping when transported under load
If the stand is moved without having removed the installed device, the stand may
tip over and cause injuries and property damage.
Remove the installed device before transporting the stand.
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Operating
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping on unsuitable surfaces
When the speaker stand is installed on soft or uneven ground, the stand may tip
over and cause injuries and property damage.
Install the stand only on even and solid surfaces.
CAUTION!
Danger of tipping due to overload
In case of overload, the stand may tip over and cause injuries and property
damage.
Never exceed the maximum load capacity specied for the stand.
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Operating
NOTICE!
Possible staining
The plasticiser contained in the rubber feet of this product may possibly react
with the coating of your parquet, linoleum, laminate or PVC oor and after some
time cause permanent dark stains.
In case of doubt, do not put the rubber feet directly on the oor, but use felt-pad
oor protectors or a carpet.
Comply with regulations
When installing and operating, make sure to follow the standards and regulations
that apply in your country.
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Operating
Setting up
1.Unfold the feet of the stand until the cross braces are in a horizontal position.
2.Fix this position with the safety screw on the slider to which the three feet are attached.
3.Pull out the two safety pin and loosen the two safety screws on the extension tubes.
4.Pull out the upper extension tube to the desired height and slide the safety pin through
the corresponding grid hole.
5.Fix the position of the upper extension tube with the safety screw on the upper tube
clamp.
6.Pull out the lower extension tube to the desired height and slide the safety pin through
the corresponding grid hole.
7.Fix the position of the lower extension tube with the safety screw on the lower tube
clamp.
8.Mount a spotlight or a speaker box. If necessary, screw the supplied adapter rmly to the
upper extension tube. Observe the instructions of the respective manufacturers. The
maximum load capacity of 30 kg in total must not be exceeded.
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Operating
Dismounting
1.Remove spotlight or speaker box.
2.Pull out the safety pin on the lower extension tube.
3.Loosen the safety screw on the lower tube clamp and slide the lower extension tube all
the way down.
4.Tighten the safety screw on the lower tube clamp.
5.Pull out the safety pin on the upper extension tube.
6.Loosen the safety screw on the upper tube clamp and slide the lower extension tube all
the way down.
7.Tighten the safety screw on the upper tube clamp.
8.If necessary, take o the adapter.
9.Loosen the safety screw on the slider to which the three feet are attached.
10.Fold up the feet of the stand.
11.Pack all parts of the system in their original package, as possible, and store the package
in a dry place protected against moisture.
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Technical specications
5 Technical specications
Height, max.3.10 m
Adjustable stand height1.50 m … 3.10 m
Floor space
Stand tube diameter
Mounting options
Max. load capacity (for centric load)30 kg
Transport dimensions (W × H × D)137 mm × 1290 mm × 131 mm
Weight6.1 kg
ColourBlack
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Æ 1.20 m
Æ 28 mm
Flange, Æ 35 mm
Adapter Æ 35 mm/36 mm
Further information
Stand typeLighting stand
Incl. truss beamNo
CrankNo
MaterialSteel / magnesium compound
Technical specications
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Protecting the environment
6 Protecting the environment
Disposal of the packaging mate‐
rial
For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been
chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling.
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of.
Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that
they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
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Notes
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