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K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame
Version 6.5
User's Manual
Released: 15.03.2017
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
www.kling-freitag.de

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  • Page 1 K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Version 6.5 User's Manual Released: 15.03.2017 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...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W and 5 m maximal Length 10.2.3 Arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W exceeding a Length of 5 m Flown Disassembly 11.1 Disassembly of arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W exceeding a Length of 5 KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 3 of 69...
  • Page 4 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 11.2 Disassembly of arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W and a maximum Length of 5 Stacked Setup 12.1 SEQUENZA 10 N/W stacked 12.1.1 Preparing the flying frame 12.1.2 Mounting the Speakers 12.2 SEQUENZA 10 B stacked 12.3...
  • Page 5 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 25.1 Inspection Intervals and Items Transportation and Storage Disposal 27.1 Regulations for Disposal 27.1.1 Germany 27.1.2 EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein 27.1.3 All Other Countries KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Introduction Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. To guarantee a trouble-free operating of the equipment and to allow your KLING & FREITAG Sequenza 10 system to achieve its full potential read the user's manual carefully before use.
  • Page 7: About This Manual

    K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame About this Manual User's manual SEQUENZA 10 N and SEQUENZA 10 W in Combination with the SEQUENZA 10 Flying Frame. SEQUENZA 10 N/WSEQUENZA 10 BSEQUENZA 10 © KLING & FREITAG GmbH. All rights reserved.
  • Page 8: Items Included

    SEQUENZA 10 Flying Frame only) • (1x) User manual Items Included SEQUENZA 10 Flying Frame • Flying frame to hang and stack SEQUENZA 10 N/W speakers incl. Quick Release Pins SEQUENZA 10 • 2 x 3.25 t shackles (for optional safety chain) •...
  • Page 9: System Requirements

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame System Requirements K&F PLM+ 20k44 (SystemAmp, ProRental) K&F PLM+ 12k44 (SystemAmp, ProRental) K&F PLM+ 12k44 (SystemAmp, ProRental) with Connector Panel CP+ Anschlussfeld (optional) K&F D200:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound) K&F D120:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound) K&F D80:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound)
  • Page 10: Product Description

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Product Description SEQUENZA 10 N/W 5.1.1 Overview of SEQUENZA 10 N/W Parts speaker enclosure Park position Quick Release Pins Quick Release Pins front front joint plates front connector bracket rear joint plate...
  • Page 11: Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame SEQUENZA 10 B 5.2.1 Overview of SEQUENZA 10 B Parts speaker enclosure Stacking grooves / cover, adjacent: stacking feet / bottom Threaded stand flange Stacking feet / side, adjacent: stacking grooves / side...
  • Page 12: Sequenza 10 Flying Frame

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame SEQUENZA 10 flying frame This flying frame was designed to fly or stack the KLING & FREITAG speakers SEQUENZA 10 N/ W. SEQUENZA 10 5.3.1 Overview of flying frame Components hinge fitting...
  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    At least 2 people are necessary to set up the array. The flying frame is solely for commercial use and only for the suspension of the KLING & FREITAG speaker models SEQUENZA 10 N, SEQUENZA 10 W, SEQUENZA 10 B in the manner described here.
  • Page 14: Safety Instructions For Stacked Setups

    • SEQUENZA 10 N/W combined with SEQUENZA 10 B: For combined arrays consisting of SEQUENZA 10 N/W and SEQUENZA 10 B, a special verification with the CON:SEQUENZA simulation software is mandatory. If these angles or the number of speakers is exceeded, it is mandatory that you separately verify the array with the CON:SEQUENZA simulation software.
  • Page 15 • SEQUENZA 10 N and SEQUENZA 10 W: arrays with up to 7 x SEQUENZA 10 N/W. To fixate the system to the floor, you can use the openings in the optional stacking feet (SEQUENZA 10 Ground Stack Kit). •...
  • Page 16: Wind Loading

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Wind Loading For open air events, obtain current local wind and weather data. The following chart provides a preliminary indication Windspeed Description 0 – 0.2 Calm Smoke rises vertically 0.3 – 1.5...
  • Page 17 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame With wind speeds of Beaufort 8 or more, you must lower and disassemble the array. KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 17 of 69...
  • Page 18: Preventing Hearing Damage

    90 dB SPL, which may cause permanent hearing damage. Caution Protecting the Speakers / Operating Safety SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B speakers may only be used in combination with a K&F SystemAmp/ SystemRack. In general, audio signals must not be overdriven. This may be caused by mixing consoles, equalizers, effect equipment, etc.
  • Page 19: Using The Quick Release Pins

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Using the Quick Release Pins The Quick Release Pins are equipped with retaining balls. By pushing the button in the middle of the pin, you can release these balls and then insert or remove the pin. As long as you do not push the button in the middle of the pin, you should not be able to pull out the pin.
  • Page 20 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame The drill holes in the flying frame are numbered consecutively from 1 to 27, beginning on the front end of the frame (Front). For your orientation, the drill holes 5, 9, 15, 20, and 26 are labelled.
  • Page 21 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Take the load adapter (A) out of the stand-by position and place it on the hole position that was determined by the simulation software CON:SEQUENZA. Mount the load adapter with 2 Quick Release Pins (A).
  • Page 22: Flown Setup

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 10. Flown Setup 10.1 Combining the Speaker Array 10.1.1 Array with SEQUENZA 10 N/W The splay angles of the individual speakers are determined by the simulation software CON:SEQUENZA. CON:SEQUENZAYou will find the specifications on the relevant calculation printouts.
  • Page 23 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Secure the connection with the Quick Release Pins. Make sure all pins fit correctly and are locked into place. Proceed accordingly with all speakers in the array. Pull the rear Quick Release Pins of all speakers out of the stand-by position.
  • Page 24 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Align the drill hole in the joint plate with the drill hole that is marked with the desired angle. Connect them using the Quick Release Pin (A) and make sure the pin fits correctly and is locked into place.
  • Page 25 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Tipping of the flying frame with speakers can result in injuries. To prevent the frame from tipping forward with the first speaker, always connect the speakers to one another first before connecting the flying frame.
  • Page 26: Array With Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 10.1.2 Array with SEQUENZA 10 B When setting up, double-check each fixing pin for secure fit. As long as you do not push the button in the middle of the pin, you should not be able to pull out the pin.
  • Page 27 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Connect the speakers, as illustrated, on both sides with the Quick Release Pins. You create a speaker connection by using a total of 8 Quick Release Pins. Make sure all pins fit correctly and are locked into place.
  • Page 28 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Wire the speakers. Further information in chapter 'Connection' on page 46. Detailed information for connecting the speakers and configuring the K&F system amplifier TOPAS or the K&F SystemRack is in the hardware manuals. SEQUENZA 10 Proceed as described in chapter Lifting the Array as of page 30.
  • Page 29: Array With Sequenza 10 N/W And Sequenza 10 B

    10.1.3 Array with SEQUENZA 10 N/W and SEQUENZA 10 B Create an array with SEQUENZA 10 N/W, see chapter Array with SEQUENZA 10 N/W as of page 22. Create an array with SEQUENZA 10 B, see chapter Array with SEQUENZA 10 B as of page 26.
  • Page 30: Lifting The Array

    SEQUENZA 10 N/W and SEQUENZA 10 B whose total length does not exceed 5 m. (An array with 16 x SEQUENZA 10 N/W corresponds to a length of 5 m). Attach a certified 3.25 ton shackle for every speaker used.
  • Page 31 Warning When the first speakers are at working height, remove the front transport covers. When the first SEQUENZA 10 N/W speakers are at working height, you can attach the protective weather covers for this speaker model, if necessary. For outside uses, these optional protective weather covers with hook-and-loop fastener serve as rain protection for the rear flying mechanics and the cable connections.
  • Page 32: Arrays With Sequenza 10 N/W Exceeding A Length Of 5 M

    Arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W exceeding a Length of 5 m This description is valid for arrays that only consist of SEQUENZA 10 N/W systems as well as for mixed arrays of SEQUENZA 10 N/W and SEQUENZA 10 B whose total length exceeds 5 m.
  • Page 33 Warning When the first speakers are at working height, remove the front transport covers. When the first SEQUENZA 10 N/W speakers are at working height, you can attach the protective weather covers for this speaker model, if necessary. For outside uses, these optional protective weather covers with hook-and-loop fastener serve as rain protection for the rear flying mechanics and the cable connections.
  • Page 34: Flown Disassembly

    Dismantle all other used components so that they are not exposed and get damaged during transport. For arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W and a length exceeding 5 m, proceed as described in sub-section Disassembly of arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W exceeding a Length of 5 m.
  • Page 35: Disassembly Of Arrays With Sequenza 10 N/W Exceeding A Length Of

    Disassemble as many speakers in this manner until the array only has a remaining length of max. 5 m (For arrays only having SEQUENZA 10 N/W systems, this corresponds to 16 speakers). Then proceed as described in sub-section Disassembly of arrays with SEQUENZA 10 N/W and a maximum Length of 5 m.
  • Page 36: Stacked Setup

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 12. Stacked Setup 12.1 SEQUENZA 10 N/W stacked 12.1.1 Preparing the flying frame The feet are available as optional accessories and serve to guarantee the stability, balance out unevenness, and align the frame. Keep in mind that under certain circumstances, the feet can leave marks on the ground.
  • Page 37: Mounting The Speakers

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Align the frame. Loosen the lock nut (A) on top with a 24 mm open-end wrench. Turn the threaded rod (B) with a 17 mm open-end wrench to adjust the height. Re-tighten the lock nut. The...
  • Page 38 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Take the stacking link out of the park position and set it to the desired position. Take the rear Quick Release Pins on the first speaker out of the park position.
  • Page 39 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Lift up the back of the speaker, align the Stacking Link (A) with the drill hole for the desired angle and secure the connection with the Quick Release Pin (B). 10. Push the front joint plates out of the first speaker and secure them with the Quick Release Pins.
  • Page 40: Sequenza 10 B Stacked

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 12.2 SEQUENZA 10 B stacked Securely place the bottom subwoofer onto a level surface. Stack the subwoofers on top of one another. Make sure that the stacking feet of subwoofers stacked on top of one another are securely positioned in the grooves of the lower speaker.
  • Page 41: Sequenza 10 N/W Stacked On Sequenza 10 B

    Quick Release Pins (B) and (C). Proceed accordingly with the three remaining plates of the subwoofer. The remainder of the setup is the same as the stacked SEQUENZA 10 N/W » Mounting the Speakers, see page 37. KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5...
  • Page 42: Disassambling The Stacked Array

    0° position. • Push all rear joint plates of the SEQUENZA 10 N/W systems into their park position so that the spring bolts snap back into place. To put it into the park position, use the drill hole that is not completely drilled through in the rear joint plate.
  • Page 43: Setup Instructions For A Cardioid Array

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 14.1 Setup instructions for a cardioid array To achieve a cardioid or hypercardioid pattern, you must always have an array with 3 subwoofers - or a multiple of 3 subwoofers - setup next to one another (3, 6, 9, etc.). In this set of three, the middle one must be stacked or flown rear-facing while both other subwoofers are front-facing.
  • Page 44 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame When cardioid arrays are stacked on the floor, ensure that there is always a distance of at least 40 cm between each unit of 3. 40 cm [1,3 ft] 40 cm [1,3 ft] 40 cm [1,3 ft] KLING &...
  • Page 45: Lsblocks For Cardioid Use

    15. SEQUENZA 10 B combined with other K&F tops. The SEQUENZA 10 B can also be combined with other K&F tops – in addition to the SEQUENZA 10 N/W systems – using the Controller CD 44. • To do so, select the desired LS blocks for the top in the Controller CD 44 or systemamp TOPAS, and combine these with the desired LS block for the SEQUENZA 10 B.
  • Page 46: Fuse In The Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 16. Fuse in the SEQUENZA 10 B To increase the operating safety of the SEQUENZA 10 B, the subwoofers are equipped with fuses at the signal input. These fuses reduce the risk of consequential damage resulting from a short circuit (i.e.
  • Page 47: Connecting The Sequenza 10 N/W

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 17.2 Connecting the SEQUENZA 10 N/W K&F CD 44: 6 x SEQUENZA 10 N/W Loaded LS Blocks 1:SEQ10LF FR 2:SEQ10LF/HF FR 3:SEQ10LF FR 4:SEQ10LF/HF FR InfoWindow 2 CH 1 CH 2...
  • Page 48: Connecting The Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 17.3 Connecting the SEQUENZA 10 B The 3 subwoofers in a cardioid setup need to be controlled with an identical level and signal. You can achieve this most easily by using the CD 44 routings '1in4out' or '1in3out+AUX' K&F CD 44:...
  • Page 49: Fixating The Cables

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 17.4 Fixating the Cables Never use an array as a climbing aid. Fixate the cable to relieve the connectors. Cable Pick In doing this, bear in mind that if you fixate the cable on the cable pick in a one-point rigging, the weight of the cable can change the angle.
  • Page 50: Dimensions Speaker

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 19. Dimensions speaker 19.1 Dimensions SEQUENZA 10 N/W 795,0 mm [31,299"] 303,3 mm [11,939"] 247,8 mm [9,755"] 84,5 mm [3,329"] KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 50 of 69...
  • Page 51: Dimensions Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 19.2 Dimensions SEQUENZA 10 B 11,0 mm [0,433]" 807,0 mm [31,772]" 140,8 mm [5,543]" 850,0 mm [33,465]" KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 51 of 69...
  • Page 52: Dimensions And Weight Flying Frame

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 20. Dimensions and weight flying frame 415,2 mm [16,346"] 353,7 mm [13,926"] 728,4 mm [28,679"] 120,0 mm [4,724"] 851,4 mm [33,520"] Weight: 46.0 kg KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5...
  • Page 53: Measuring Diagrams

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 21. Measuring Diagrams 21.1 SEQUENZA 10 N diagrams Horizontal Directivity Vertical coverage pattern KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 53 of 69...
  • Page 54 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Frequency response 'on axis' Impedance Beamwidth KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 54 of 69...
  • Page 55: Sequenza 10 W Diagrams

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 21.2 SEQUENZA 10 W diagrams Horizontal Directivity Vertical coverage pattern KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 55 of 69...
  • Page 56 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Frequency response 'on axis' Impedance Beamwidth KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 56 of 69...
  • Page 57: Sequenza 10 B Diagrams

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 21.3 SEQUENZA 10 B diagrams Polar Patterns Omnidirectional Cardioid Hypercardioid KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 57 of 69...
  • Page 58 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame Frequency response KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2017 Version 6.5 Page 58 of 69...
  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 22. Technical Specifications 22.1 Technical Specifications SEQUENZA 10 N SEQUENZA 10 N/W Concept 2 + 1-way passive system with FLC®technology completely horn loaded, bass reflex tuning Operated with K&F PLM+ Serie, K&F D-Serie, K&F SystemRack, K&F TOPAS...
  • Page 60 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame integrated rigging system, 5 Quick Release Pins (undetachable), 2 angled handles, 2 locking profiles for optional transport cover, ball proof grille with exchangeable black acoustic foam Dimensions (H x W x D)
  • Page 61: Technical Specifications Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 22.2 Technical Specifications SEQUENZA 10 B SEQUENZA 10 B Concept Bass reflex system Operated with K&F PLM+ Serie, K&F D-Serie, K&F SystemRack, K&F TOPAS Frequency range 39 Hz (-3 dB)/33 Hz (-10 dB)
  • Page 62: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 23. EC Declaration of Conformity applicable to all products designated hereafter and distributed by KLING & FREITAG GmbH including model variants unless these products have been altered afterwards. Loudspeaker systems: ACCESS B5...
  • Page 63: Accessories

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 24. Accessories 24.1 General Accessories for SEQUENZA 10 SEQUENZA 10 - Prof. Speaker Cable: 8-pin, available lengths: 10 m, 15 m, 25 m (Features: Water resistant connector Neutrik NLT8FX, high-grade halogen-free...
  • Page 64: Accessories For Sequenza 10 N/W

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 24.2 Accessories for SEQUENZA 10 N/W Speaker Patch Cable NLT-425, 0.5 m 50 cm patch cable for connections between SEQUENZA 5/10 (N/W) elements, high-grade halogen-free cable, 4 conductors with 2.5 mm...
  • Page 65: Accessories For Sequenza 10 B

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 24.3 Accessories for SEQUENZA 10 B SEQUENZA 10 B - Speaker Patch Cable: 170 cm patches for connection between speaker distributor 'K&F BOB' and SEQUENZA 10 B (features: water resistant connector Neutrik NLT4FX, high- grade halogen-free 4-conductor cable with 2.5 mm wire cross-section...
  • Page 66: Accessories For Sequenza 10 Flying Frame

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 24.4 Accessories for SEQUENZA 10 Flying Frame SEQUENZA 10 Groundstack Kit: Hinged heavy-duty feet for the SEQUENZA 10 flying frame Rain Protection SEQUENZA 10 Flying Frame Colour: black Lifting Chain 2-strand, 8 mm, grade 8, up to 2 t load...
  • Page 67: Care And Maintenance

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame 25. Care and Maintenance For the owner and user, it is mandatory to be aware of the fact that rigging systems are highly safety critical. Note that the mains cable is supplied with either a connector appropriate for the place of delivery (see item number) or with open terminals (on the mains side).
  • Page 68: Disposal

    User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame We recommend using suitable transport and storage cases and the optional soft cover that protects from the above-mentioned influences. 27. Disposal 27.1 Regulations for Disposal 27.1.1 Germany Don’t dispose of waste electrical equipment through household waste.
  • Page 69 User's Manual K&F SEQUENZA 10 N/W/B & Flying Frame INDEX • Accessories........................... 63 • BGV C1............................49 • Cardioid...........................42,43 • Care.............................. 67 • Components..........................10 • Con:Sequenza......................... 13,19 • Connection..........................46,47 • Dimensions...........................50 • Dismounting........................... 34,42 • Disposal............................68 • Drehklemme..........................66 •...

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