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Page 1: User Guide
Ver. 1.2 USER GUIDE English... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Ver. 1.2 TABLE of CoNTENTS SYMBoLS ................3 1. INTRoDUCTIoN ..............4 2. KEY fEATURES ..............4 3. APPLICATIoNS ............... 4 4. SAfETY INfoRMATIoN ............5 5. UNPACKING ................. 7 6. PRoDUCT ovERvIEw .............. 8 ..................8 6.1 MovEMENT 7. CoNNECTING THE UNIT ............9 .............. -
Page 3: Symbols
Ver. 1.2 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! Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (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. -
Page 4: Introduction
Ver. 1.2 1. INTRoDUCTIoN The Owl KW8 is a self powered audio moving head including a coaxial 8” transducer and a newly built-in camera to allow users to accurately direct sound. This feature bridges the gap between AV in a revolutionary concept. The Owl provides up to 500 W of power, 120 dB of SPL (continuos) and a frequency range from 60 Hz to 19 kHz. -
Page 5: Safety Information
Ver. 1.2 4. SAfETY INfoRMATIoN Warning: failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, shock or other injury or damage to the device or other property. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the This symbol alerts the user to the presence of presence of not isolated, dangerous voltage recommendations about the product’s use and within the product enclosure that may be of... - Page 6 Ver. 1.2 WARNING • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Page 7: Unpacking
Ver. 1.2 • Sound distortion. Do not operate speakers for an extended period of time with sound distortion. This is an indication of malfunction, which in turn can generate heat and result in a fire. • Cooling. During use, it is normal for the device to get warm. The exterior of the device functions as a cooling surface that transfers heat from inside the unit to the cooler air outside. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Ver. 1.2 6. PRoDUCT ovERvIEw Weight 10 kg (22.1 lbs) 6.1 MovEMENT 180° 540° WARNING. Do not obstruct the path of the speaker’s movement! -
Page 9: Connecting The Unit
Ver. 1.2 7. CoNNECTING THE UNIT 7.1 BACK PANEL CoNNECToRS AUDIO INPUT. Female XLR for analog signal input. AUDIO LINK. Male XLR parallel output providing a direct signal from the Audio Input. DMX INPUT. Male XLR for DMX signal. DMX LINK. Female XLR for DMX signal. AC MAINS. - Page 10 Ver. 1.2 The KW8 operates safely and without audio discontinuity if the AC voltage stays within either of two operating windows: • 95-125 (voltage selector on 115 V) • 195-250 V (voltage selector on 230 V), at 50 to 60Hz The device is default set to be connected to 230 VAC mains power.
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Page 11: Audio Connection
7.3 AUDIo CoNNECTIoN The KW8 features a 3 pins XLR line input and a 3 pins XLR parallel output providing a direct signal from the input. To form a daisy chain with multiple units, connect the mixer signal to the AUDIO IN plug and connect the next unit by connecting the AUDIO OUT plug on the first unit to the AUDIO IN plug of the second one. -
Page 12: Video Connection
Ver. 1.2 For installations where long distance DMX cable connections are needed, we suggest using a DMX terminator. Please note: • The DMX terminator is a male XLR 3 pins connector with a 120 ohm resistor between pin 2 and •... -
Page 13: Dmx Channels
Ver. 1.2 8. DMX CHANNELS The unit operates using the digital DMX 512 (1990) signal. Both movement and some audio parameters can be controlled by the 11 channels available. 8.1 DMX ADDRESSES In order to use the unit in 11 channels, set the following addresses on the speakers connected in the same DMX network: K-OWL 1 A001... -
Page 14: Dmx Protocol Sheet
Ver. 1.2 8.2 DMX PRoToCoL SHEET DMX range Parameter Function channel value Pan coarse (msb) 0-255 Pan value (0° to 540°) Pan fine (lsb) 0-255 Fine adjustment of pan value Tilt coarse (msb) 0-255 Tilt value (0° to 180°) Tilt fine (lsb) 0-255 Fine adjustment of tilt value 0-10... -
Page 15: Installation
For ceiling-mounted installations, four quarter-turn Fast Lock connections,located on the base of the unit, allow the KW8 to hang by the Fast Lock “C” clamps provided with the product. As shown in the picture below, two different orientations are available. -
Page 16: Service
Ver. 1.2 10. SERvICE To obtain service: • Contact the official K-array distributor in your country. Your local distributor will direct you to the appropriate service center. • If you are calling for service, please have the serial number(s) of the unit(s) available for reference. Ask for Customer Service and be prepared to describe the problem clearly and completely. -
Page 17: Technical Specifications
Ver. 1.2 11. TECHNICAL SPECIfICATIoNS ACOUSTICS Power handling 300 + 50 W Connector 1 male + 1 female 3-pin balanced XLR Max power Channels Frequency range (-10 dB) 70 Hz – 19 KHz AMPLIFIER SPL 1W/1mt 96 dB Type 1 module class D - DSP controlled Maximum SPL 120 dB (cont.) –...
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