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L-Acoustics SB18i Rigging Manual

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SB18
SUBWOOFER
i
RIGGING MANUAL
VERSION 1.1
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  • Page 1 SB18 SUBWOOFER RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1.1 w w w . l - a c o u s t i c s . c o m...
  • Page 2 SB18 SUBWOOFER rigging manual VERSION 1.1 w w w . l - a c o u s t i c s . c o m SB18i_RM_EN_1.1...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Do not stack the loudspeaker array on unstable ground or surface. If the array is stacked on a structure, platform, ® or stage, always check that the latter can support the total weight of the array. As a general rule, L-ACOUSTICS recommends the use of safety straps at all times.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    This document contains essential information on rigging the system properly and safely. Carefully read this document in order to become familiar with these procedures. As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards, L-ACOUSTICS ® reserves the right to change the specifications of its products and the content of its document without prior notice.

  • Page 5: Rigging System

    ® KARAi ® and XTi enclosures. It extends the low frequency response of a loudspeaker system down to 32 Hz. The main components involved in the SB18i rigging process are the following: Loudspeaker enclosure SB18i Compact subwoofer Rigging elements SB18INST Rigging bars for attaching the loudspeaker enclosures together.

  • Page 6: Mechanical Safety

    VERSION 1.1 2 MECHANICAL SAFETY Maximum configurations The SB18i rigging system complies with BGV-C1 (2012), DIN 18800 and EN ISO 12100-1 (2004) when SOUNDVISION software does not indicate any stress warning. Mechanical safety of the rigging system Before any installation, always model the system in SOUNDVISION and check the Mechanical Data section for any stress warning or stability warning.

  • Page 7: System Setup

    Independent or mixed This document only deals with the independent rigging of SB18i subwoofer enclosures. When the SB18i enclosure is used with a main system, some configurations can involve mixed arrays, such as KARAi/SB18i arrays. Always refer to the rigging manual of the main system to get acquainted with the rigging procedures specific to mixed main/sub arrays.

  • Page 8: Subset Procedures

    Use a T30 bit and set the torque to 5 N.m / 45 in.lbf. If the bottom SB18i is not the last enclosure in the array, remove and keep the screws from the bottom holes to be able to attach it to the top enclosure of the next stack.
  • Page 9  PROCEDURE A : Attaching an SB18i to a second enclosure Positioning the arms on the first Attaching four arms on a second SB18i SB18i and slightly driving the screws. and leaving the bottom holes free. Attaching the two enclosures.

  • Page 10: Procedure B Assembling The M-Bumpi As A Flying Structure

    6 mm hex bit. Wrench with 13 mm hex socket. The only available rigging option for SB18i independent arrays allows assembling two flying structures with the parts contained in one M-BUMPi package. In addition, a bar can be used to close the structure for aesthetic purposes.

  • Page 11: Procedure C Attaching The M-Bumpi To A Sb18I

    Drive four self-locking M6 hex bolts (from the M-BUMPi package) in the aligned holes. Use a 10 mm hex key, a 5 mm hex bit and set the torque to 5 N.m/45 in.lb  PROCEDURE C : Attaching the M-BUMPi to a SB18i Attaching the flying structure on one side.

  • Page 12: Appendix A M-Bumpi Flying Option

    L-ACOUSTICS ® recommends a single rigging option when the M-BUMPi is used to fly SB18i independent arrays. Other rigging options are available when the M-BUMPi is used to fly KARAi arrays. For more information refer to the KARAi rigging manual...
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  • Page 16 Document reference: SB18i_RM_EN_1.1 Distribution date: October 31, 2012 © 2012 L-ACOUSTICS ® . All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the express written consent of the publisher.

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