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K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Version 1.3 Operating Instructions Released: 28.10.2016 Translation of the original instructions 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...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Table of contents Introduction Icons Used About these operating instructions Product Description Items IncludedVIDA L Items IncludedVIDA C Overview of VIDA L Parts 2.3.1 Upper Terminal 2.3.2 Lower Terminal Product Labels and Icons 2.4.1...
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Measuring Diagrams 16.1 VIDA L diagrams Dimensions and Weight 17.1 VIDA L, Dimensions and Weight 17.2 VIDA L with VIDA C, Dimension and Weight 17.3 VIDA L Mass Center Accessories 18.1 Accessories for VIDA L 18.2 Accessories for VIDA L Flying Frame Disposal 19.1...
K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 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.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Product Description 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) •...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 2.3.1 Upper Terminal Analogue Input (XLR) AES/EBU Input (XLR) VIDA Link Bus Input (RJ45) AC Mains, 100 V - 240 V AC (Neutrik PowerCon True1) Analogue Link (XLR) AES/EBU Link (XLR) Dante/Remote Primary (RJ45)
AUX output (XLR) VIDA Link Bus Output (RJ45) AMP output (Neutrik Speakon) Product Labels and Icons VIDA L speakers have one or more labels showing icons and important information. 2.4.1 VIDA L name plate Manufacturer logo Disposal information (see the Disposal chapter on page 56)
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 2.4.2 VIDA L, bottom label Warnings AUX-out pinout and internal wiring (see the Wiring chapter on page 23) AMP-out pinout and internal wiring (see the Wiring chapter on page 23) Safety instructions on operating rigged speakers (see the Attaching a Flying Frame to a Speaker chapter on page 13) 2.4.3...
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°.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Safety Instructions General Safety Instructions 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.
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.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Rotate the lever clockwise by 90 degrees. Doing so will push the connecting adapters out of the speaker. When all four connecting adapters are in position, rotate the lever anticlockwise back into the vertical position.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 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).
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Put this speaker onto another one or the connecting adapters of an accessory. Pull out the lower lever towards its longitudinal axis. Rotate the lever anticlockwise into its original position. Doing so will fasten and secure the connecting adapters of the lower speaker.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 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).
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 6.2.1 Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues 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! Warning At the end of the installation process, make sure that the lever locks into its horizontal position.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Prepare the interfacing speaker sides as described on page 13ff. Upper speaker: steps 1 – 6 Lower speaker: steps 7 – 9 Crushing hazard! When mounting, avoid crushing your body parts between system...
Make sure all bolts and screws are tightened to the specified torque. If you want to use the VIDA L speakers in combination with VIDA C, you need to attach one VIDA L to each VIDA App speaker. You need to emulate that setup using the [$], too.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Place the VIDA C onto the VIDA L speaker. The Speakon port of the VIDA C needs to point towards the lower connector panel (three ports). When the VIDA C is properly...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Dismounting When dismounting is completed, store all speakers and accessories in the transportation case. This way, they cannot get lost and are always at hand when needed. In addition, the parts are protected at least temporarily against the effects of unfavorable weather conditions, etc.
This output is provided mainly for connecting a VIDA C; However, using the VIDA App, you can set up the VIDA L speaker for joint operation with PASSIO SUB 12 or PASSIO SUB 15. In addition, using the Flat setting, you can connect a passively equalized head.
Out on the lower connector panel of each speaker to the VIDA Link Bus In on the upper connector panel of the next speaker in the chain using an RJ45 patch cord. • Before connecting your VIDA L speaker, switch off all devices and turn down all faders and encoders. •...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Connecting the VIDA L Speakers Connecting VIDA L speakers with or without VIDA C 100 V - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz 16 A (230 V) 20 A (115 V) Analog Dante...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Connecting VIDA L speakers with K&F PASSIO SUB 12 or K&F PASSIO SUB 15: 100 V - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz 16 A (230 V) 20 A (115 V) VIDA L K&F-Subwoofer...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Connecting VIDA L speakers with the maximum number of K&F PASSIO SUB subwoofers 100 V - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz 16 A (230 V) 20 A (115 V) K&F-PASSIO SUB K&F-PASSIO SUB...
Dante Status indicator Each VIDA L features an LED indicator located behind the front grille. You can turn the LED on and off using the VIDA App in order to identify a specific VIDA L speaker. The indicator color shows the following statuses: •...
35 °C, a maximum altitude of 2,000 meters (6,000 ft), and a relative humidity of 10% – 90%. • When turning off the system, power down the VIDA L speakers first, then turn off the remaining devices. Make sure that all devices have been turned off and all volume controls have been fully turned down.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C The rear-panel indicators produce the following subsequent light chases: • Green, from left to right • Orange, from left to right • Red, from left to right If you remove the dongle at this time, the indicators will flash red twice. Meaning that the reset operation has been canceled.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 10. VIDA App Quick Overview Download the VIDA app from the Microsoft Store and install it. Download the VIDA-app operating instructions from our website (www.kling-freitag.de) and print it. www.kling-freitag.de/content/uploads/bed_VIDA_APP.pdf In order to access and set up VIDA speakers using the app, you need to add the speakers to the network as well as to the mains.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C If the icon continues to show or turns into a red dot, the arrays are not accessible. For troubleshooting purposes, first check whether both the VIDA app and the speaker firmware are up to date.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 10.6 Key Information on the Status Screen • General system status • Gain/Gain Reduction • GPI Priority/Mute • Selected audio input • Selected fallback input • Split-Beam (On/Off) • Optimize (On/Off) •...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 11. Control 11.1 Control inputs (GPI) 11.1.1 GPI Hardware The GPIs are designed as floating optocoupler inputs. Voltages of less than 1.5 V reliably put the optocoupler into the Off state. The reverse voltage is –6 V.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C • Low means “less than 1.5 V” for hardware GPIs and “0” for software GPIs. • High means “more than 5 V” for hardware GPIs and “1” for software GPIs. The GPIs allow for configuring 25 functions for each high-to-low and low-to-high changes.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 11.2 GPO Control Outputs The GPOs are floating MOSFETs supporting NO (normally open) and NC (normally closed). If the outputs have been enabled using the software, NO is low-resistance and NC is high- resistance to common.
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 11.2.2 not_found The GPOs allow for querying 5 statuses: Off: The GPO is disabled. The MOSFET switch is off. System On: The MOSFET is on when the VIDA has powered up successfully and is ready for operation.
12. Updating the Firmware To update the speaker firmware: (If you know the IP address of the VIDA L to be updated, skip to step 3.) In the VIDA app, launch the IP-configuration dialog. Make a note of the speaker’s IP address displayed.
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser. In the occurring speaker menu, click Software Update. Either select the actual firmware installation file from the dialog or drag and drop it onto the appropriate page area using the mouse.
Accessories chapter on page 53.) 14. Care and Maintenance The VIDA L system can exhibit signs of wear over the years, for example, from mechanical strain, transport damage, corrosion, or improper handling. Remember that flying speakers always impose a high safety risk.
Maximum input power (@ rated 2350 W output power) Max. SPL 134 dB (SPL peak/1 m/185 ms burst) (1 × VIDA L) 137 dB (SPL peak/1 m/185-ms burst) (3 × VIDA L) System components 6 × 6.5" woofer 12 × 3.5" midrange speaker 32 ×...
8 VIDA L with VIDA C for ultrafast assembly and disassembly Dimensions (H x W x D) 1075 x 210 x 341 mm 1075 x 210 x 480 mm (VIDA L with VIDA C) Weight 48.2 kg 61.8 kg (VIDA L mit VIDA C)
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 16. Measuring Diagrams 16.1 VIDA L diagrams Horizontal Directivity 180° 150° 120° 90° 60° Attenuation (dB) 30° < 3 0° 3 - 6 -30° 6 - 9 -60° 9 - 12 -90°...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Vertical coverage, 0° Splayangle, 0° Tilt 180° 150° 120° 90° 60° Attenuation (dB) 30° < 3 0° 3 - 6 -30° 6 - 9 -60° 9 - 12 -90° 12 - 15 -120°...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Vertical coverage, 0° Splayangle, 20° Tilt 180° 150° 120° 90° 60° Attenuation (dB ) 30° < 3 0° 3 - 6 -30° 6 - 9 -60° 9 - 1 2 -90° 12 - 1 5 -12 0°...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C Frequency response 'on axis' Frequency response Frequency response LCut Frequency (Hz) Frequency response with PASSIO SUB 12 Frequency response Frequency response PASSIO Sub 12 1000 10000 20000 Frequency (Hz) Frequency response with PASSIO SUB 15...
16A, supports insertion / removal on load and voltage VIDA L Mounting Bracket / Handhold for mounting to the VIDA L rear mounting rail. This ergonomic handhold allows for carrying the speaker or mount it to a truss using the supplied clips.
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For vertical mounting to suitable walls (without VIDA C only) K&F VIDA L Sub Adapter Mounting plate for secure placement of a VIDA L or VIDA L/C configuration onto a K&F subwoofer equipped with K&F M20 mounting plate, horizontally rotatable VIDA L Reset-Dongle...
C unit including VIDA C and other accessories. Available on request. VIDA L Flying Bracket Flying bracket for up to 3 VIDA L or VIDA L plus VIDA C, 0° angulation (fixed) VIDA L Flying Frame Flying frame for up to VIDA L speakers 18.2...
Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C 19. Disposal Please recycle the packaging material of the device. 19.1 Germany Don’t dispose of waste electrical equipment through household waste. Don’t deliver it to official recycling points either. All KLING & FREITAG products are plain business-to-business (B2B) products. Therefore, KLING &...
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Operating Instructions K&F VIDA L and VIDA C INDEX • Accessories........................... 53 • Array............................11,23 • connecting......................... 18,23,55 • Connector panel........................8,9,21 • Connector set..........................55 • Dimensions...........................50 • Disposal............................56 • Flying Bracket..........................55 • Interconnecting System Components..................13 • LED indicator..........................29 •...