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K&F VIDA L / VIDA C
User's Manual
EN | 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
Version 3.1
Released 10/14/2019

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  • Page 1 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User‘s Manual Version 3.1 Released 10/14/2019 EN | 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.3.2 Connecting VIDA L speakers with K&F PASSIO SUB 12 or K&F PASSIO SUB 15 6.3.3 Connecting VIDA L speakers with the maximum number of K&F PASSIO SUB subwoofers 29 6.3.4 Connecting VIDA L speakers with K&F subwoofers and power amp connected to AUX OUT 30 6.4 Status indicator 7.
  • Page 4 User‘s Manual K&F VIDA L / VIDA C 8.1 Initial Function Checks 8.2 Key Settings on the Setup Screen 8.3 Key Settings on the Beam Screen 8.4 Key Settings on the Audio Tools Screen 8.5 Key Settings on the Groups Screen 8.6 Key Information on the Status Screen...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. With the purchase of a VIDA L loudspeaker sys- tem with integrated power amplifier technology, you have acquired a speaker system with the highest possible quality and performance capabilities.

  • Page 6: Product Description

    Make sure that the humidity is between 10% and 90%. When using a single flying frame, you can fly up to 8 VIDA L without VIDA C at a maximum down-tilt of -7.9° or up to 8 VIDA L with VIDA C at a maximum down-tilt of -6.1°.

  • Page 7: Items Included Vida L

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Items Included VIDA L • (1x) Line-array speaker with beam steering and optional VIDA C • (1x) VIDA L hardware reset dongle • Neutrik PowerCon TRUE1 power cord (with Type C safety plug) Or Neutrik PowerCon TRUE1 power cord (1 item, no connector, for 115 V operation) •...

  • Page 8: Overview Of Vida L Parts

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Overview of VIDA L Parts 1. (4x) Connecting Adapters (extended) 2. (8x) Connecting Pins 3. Upper Lever 4. Upper Terminal 5. Status indicator 6. ‘VIDA C’ (optional) 7. Lower Terminal 8. Bottom Lever Version 3.1...

  • Page 9: Upper Terminal

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 2.4.1 Upper Terminal 1. Analogue Input (XLR-female) 2. AES/EBU Input (XLR-female) 3. VIDA Link Bus Input (RJ45) 4. AC Mains, 100 V – 240 V AC (Neutrik PowerCon True1) 5. Analogue Link (XLR-male) 6.

  • Page 10: Lower Terminal

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 2.4.2 Lower Terminal 1. AUX output (XLR) 2. VIDA Link Bus Output (RJ45) 3. AMP output (Neutrik Speakon) Product Labels and Icons VIDA L speakers have one or more labels showing icons and important information.

  • Page 11: Vida L, Bottom Label

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 2.5.2 VIDA L, bottom label 1. Warnings 2. AUX-out pinout and internal wiring (see the »Wiring« on page 24) 3. AMP OUT pinout and internal wiring (see the »Wiring« on page 24) 4. Safety instructions on operating rigged speakers (see the »Interconnecting System Compo- nents«...

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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. Doing so may permanently destroy the device.

  • Page 13: Preventing Hearing Damage

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Noise • RF interference at the power cord or line cables may result in unwanted noise. • When using the AES/EBU input, strong interference may result in a total audio dropout. •...

  • Page 14: Vida L Setup

    As general rules apply: • With one strand rigging you can array up to eight pieces of K&F VIDA L for mechanical tilt angles between 2.5 to -6.1 degrees (with VIDA C), or rather 2.0 to -7.9 degrees (without VIDA C).
  • Page 15 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual When all four connecting adapters are in position, rotate the lever anticlock- wise back into the vertical position. Push the lever back in in longitudinal direction until it snaps. This will lock the lever.
  • Page 16 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Risk of injury from falling objects! Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down im- pose a deadly risk for people standing near- Warning Check whether all four connecting adapt- ers have been fully pushed out and locked (a).
  • Page 17 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Crushing hazard! When mounting, avoid crushing your body parts between system compo- nents moving towards each other. Caution While mounting speakers onto each other, never put your hands between the connecting faces (i.e. speaker bot-...
  • Page 18 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Risk of injury from falling objects! Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down im- pose a deadly risk for people standing near- Warning Check whether all four connecting adapt- ers have been fully pushed out and locked (a).

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 4.2.1 Troubleshooting Mechanical Issues 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! At the end of the installation process, make sure that the lever locks into its horizontal position. In this Warning position, the lever is secured against rotation.

  • Page 20: Setting Up A Speaker Array

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 4.2.2 Setting up a Speaker Array Prepare the interfacing speaker sides as described on page 14. Upper speaker: steps 1 – 6 Lower speaker: steps 7 – 9 After preparing the speakers as ex- plained, push them towards each other.

  • Page 21: Mounting The Vida C

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 4.2.3 Mounting the VIDA C 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! To attach the VIDA C, use only the dedicated fasteners featuring captive screws inside the rails located Warning at the VIDA L rear panel.
  • Page 22 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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 aligned to the speaker through all four screws, push it towards the lower connector panel until it stops.

  • Page 23: Dismounting

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Fasten all four screws finger-tight. Connect the VIDA C to the VIDA L’s AMP OUT port using a 4-pin SpeakOn patch cord. 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.

  • Page 24: Wiring

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Wiring Risk of Electrical Shock Speaker-signal currents are potentially hazardous to the human body. When the system is in use, make sure that the connectors are secured against inadvertent touch. Warning Be sure to fully insert the stripped wires into the Euroblock, so stripped wire parts cannot be touched.

  • Page 25: Amp Out Pinout

    Note that with the PASSIO SUB 12, PASSIO SUB 15, and Flat settings, the AMP OUT is available at the array master unit only! In an array, the master unit is always the topmost VIDA L speaker. CH1+ (>...

  • Page 26: Wiring Instructions

    When connecting multiple speakers, you can daisy-chain the signal from one speaker to the next. • When connecting 3rd-party speakers to the AMP OUT port of the VIDA L speaker, make sure not to fall below the minimum overall impedance of 4 ohms.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Vida L Speakers

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Connecting the VIDA L speakers 6.3.1 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 VIDA L (Master)

  • Page 28: Connecting Vida L Speakers With K&F Passio Sub 12 Or K&Fpassio Sub

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 6.3.2 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) K&F-Subwoofer K&F-Subwoofer...

  • Page 29: Connecting Vida L Speakers With The Maximum Number Of K&F Passio Sub Subwoofers

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 6.3.3 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...

  • Page 30: Connecting Vida L Speakers With K&F Subwoofers And Power Amp Connected To Aux Out

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 6.3.4 Connecting VIDA L speakers with K&F subwoofers and power amp connected to AUX OUT 100 V - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz 16 A (230 V) 20 A (115 V) VIDA L VIDA L K&F-Subwoofer...

  • Page 31: Initial Operation

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Initial Operation Harmful Environmental Conditions Environmental conditions falling outside the specifications may damage the system! The speaker system is designed for operation in environments with a maximum temperature of 35 °C (95 °F), a maximum altitude of 2,000 meters (6,000 ft), and a relative humidity of 10% – 90%.

  • Page 32: Reset Dongle

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Reset dongle Using the VIDA reset dongle allows for restoring the factory defaults of the speaker. Doing so will rest all customized parameters as well as the network settings. As of firmware 1.2.4, the Dante module is also reset to the factory settings in case of a dongle reset.
  • Page 33 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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.

  • Page 34: Anschluss Vida L An Usv

    User's Manual Anschluss VIDA L an USV In case of using a UPS System (uninterruptible power supply) with a VIDA L following numbers should be used for designing the system: For full load, the internal buffers keep the controller of VIDA L at least for 50 ms operational.

  • Page 35: Initial Function Checks

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Initial Function Checks Wire your speakers as described in these user's manual. (see page 24) Connect the speaker(s) to the mains. Run the VIDA app on your computer. The left-hand side of the Setup screen lists all VIDA speakers (or arrays) found. By default, the Offline Device is always displayed.

  • Page 36: Key Settings On The Setup Screen

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Key Settings on the Setup Screen • Speaker-array name settings • Audio-input and fallback-input settings • Input-gain adjustment • Visualization of the selected speaker array Key Settings on the Beam Screen •...

  • Page 37: Key Information On The Status Screen

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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) • VIDA L Mode •...

  • Page 38: Gpi Software

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual GPI Software You can set the response to a voltage change separately for each GPI. The settings available for changes from low to high are listed on the left-hand side of the configuration window; those for high-to-low changes are listed on the right-hand side.

  • Page 39: Gpi Mute And Gpi Prio

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual GPI MUTE and GPI PRIO • a: COM • b: GPI MUTE • c: GPI PRIO Depending on the setting in the VIDA App, the VIDA L can react to low or high levels (see Chapter ‘GPI Software').

  • Page 40: Gpi1, Gpi2, Gpi3

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual GPI1, GPI2, GPI3 • a: GND • b: +10 V • c: COM • d: GPI 1 • e: GPI 2 • f: GPI 3 The connectors COM and GND are galvanically isolated. If you want to use an external control, e.g. a fire alarm system, you have to connect it with the COM connector and at least one of the GPI pins and assign a function to the GPI within the software.

  • Page 41: Gpo Control Outputs

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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. In case of errors, NO is high-resistance and NC is low-resistance.

  • Page 42: Gpo Software

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 9.5.2 GPO Software The GPOs allow for querying six statuses: 1. Off: Off: The GPO is disabled. The MOSFET switch is off. 2. System On: The MOSFET is on when the VIDA has powered up successfully and is ready for operation.

  • Page 43: Updating The Software

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Updating the Software Like any other software, the VIDA App as well as the speaker firmware are regularly improved and en- hanced with more features. To benefit from software updates, make sure to always have the latest soft- ware versions installed on the respective devices.

  • Page 44: Updating The Speaker Firmware

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 10.2 Updating the Speaker Firmware To update the VIDA speaker firmware, you first need to download the corresponding file from our web- site. From the K&F homepage, change to the Project page, or enter the following URL into the location bar of your browser: •...
  • Page 45 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser. When doing so, omit all leading zeroes. For example: If you want to access the address 192.168.000.015, en- ter “192.168.0.15” into the browser's address bar.
  • Page 46 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Click Upload Firmware. Wait about 2 minutes for the operation to finish. Click Update. Version 3.1 KLING & FREITAG GMBH © Page 46 of 8078...
  • Page 47 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Wait about 5 minutes for the operation to finish. When the update is complete, a Rebooting Now message will be displayed. Be sure to wait at least 10 seconds before completing the operation, for example, by disconnecting the VIDA from the mains.

  • Page 48: Upgrading The Dante Firmware

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 10.3 Upgrading the Dante Firmware In specific cases, you may need to update the Dante firmware on the VIDA speakers as well. To find out, compare the version number of the Dante firmware running on your speaker with the version number indicated on the product page of the Kling &...

  • Page 49: 10.3.2 Dante Firmware-Update Instructions

    The Dante firmware update will be completed after a few minutes. Exit the Audinate Firmware Updater Visit the Kling & Freitag website and go to the Download section. (a) Find the K&F VIDA L item. (b) Click the FW (firmware) item in the table.
  • Page 50 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual On the opening page, you can download the K&F VIDA L firmware as well as the Dante firmware for the VIDA L. (a) Download the latest Dante firmware version VIDA L. Note that this is a compressed ZIP archive; be sure to uncompress it in order to use it. A Dante firmware file that can be applied has the “.dnt”...
  • Page 51 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Click the link displayed on the opening page to download the installer. To install the Audinate Firmware Updater, run the downloaded installer and follow the installation instructions. Run the Audinate Firmware Updater.
  • Page 52 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual To perform a Dante firmware update, select the Update Dante Firmware item at the top. (a) Click the Browse button, then browse to and select the previously downloaded and uncompressed Dante firmware file (with the “*.dnt” extension).
  • Page 53 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual (a) Select the VIDA speakers to update from the list. (b) Click the Start button to launch the update operation. If your VIDA system is not listed, verify that you can access and operate it using the VIDA App.

  • Page 54: Updating The Firmware

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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.
  • Page 55 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser. When doing so, omit all leading zeroes. For example: If you want to access the address 192.168.000.015, en- ter “192.168.0.15” into the browser's address bar.
  • Page 56 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Click Upload Firmware. Wait about 2 minutes for the operation to finish. Click Update. Version 3.1 KLING & FREITAG GMBH © Page 56 of 8078...
  • Page 57 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Wait about 5 minutes for the operation to finish. When the update is complete, a Rebooting Now message will be displayed. Be sure to wait at least 10 seconds before completing the operation, for example, by disconnecting the VIDA from the mains.

  • Page 58: Dimensions And Weight

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Dimensions and Weight 12.1 VIDA L, Dimensions and Weight Weight: 48.2 kg Version 3.1 KLING & FREITAG GMBH © Page 58 of 8078...

  • Page 59: Vida L With Vida C, Dimension And Weight

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 12.2 VIDA L with VIDA C, Dimension and Weight Weight: 61.8 kg KLING & FREITAG GMBH © Version 3.1 Page 59 of 8078...

  • Page 60: Vida L Mass Center

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 12.3 VIDA L Mass Center 226,25 186,25 Version 3.1 KLING & FREITAG GMBH © Page 60 of 8078...

  • Page 61: Systemlatency

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Systemlatency The following table lists the systems latency that is to be expected of the VIDA L. These values are true for the firmware version 1.1.0 and without using beamsteering. Input K&F VIDA L...
  • Page 62 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Hops: There is one additional network switch installed inside K&F VIDA L which translates to one additional hop for the network. Take that into account for your Dante network planning. For more information about setup and design of a Dante audio network and the necessary •...

  • Page 63: Measuring Diagrams

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Measuring Diagrams 14.1 VIDA L diagrams Horizontal Directivity 180° 150° 120° 90° 60° Attenuation (dB 30° < 3 0° 3 - 6 -30° 6 - 9 -60° 9 - 12 -90° 12 - 15 -120°...
  • Page 64 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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°...
  • Page 65 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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°...
  • Page 66 K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 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...

  • Page 67: Technical Specifications

    Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.075 x 210 x 341 mm 1.075 x 210 x 480 mm (VIDA L mit VIDA C) Weight 48,2 kg 61.8 kg (VIDA L with VIDA C)

  • Page 68: Technical Specifications Vida C

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Contamination class Power-surge category Power Supply Wide-range power supply 100 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated input power 520 watts (@ 1/8 rated output power) Maximum power consumption 2350 watts...

  • Page 69: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual EC Declaration of Conformity Representative authorized for compiling the Kling & Freitag GmbH technical documentation: Junkersstraße 15 30179 Hanover Germany Produkt: Kling & Freitag GmbH Dept. R&D 049 (0)511 96997-50 Germany Product: Speaker System K&F VIDA L...

  • Page 70: Accessories

    16A, supports insertion / removal on load and volt- 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.
  • Page 71 For vertical mounting to suitable walls (with- out VIDA C only) 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 restoring the factory settings (included) VIDA L Speaker-stand Mounting Plate...
  • Page 72 For safe and secure transport of a VIDA C unit including VIDA C and other accessories. Avail- able on request. VIDA L Flying Bracket Flying bracket for up to four VIDA L or four VIDA L plus VIDA C 0° angulation (fixed) VIDA L Flying Frame...

  • Page 73: Accessories For Vida L Flying Frame

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual 17.2 Accessories for VIDA L Flying Frame VIDA L Flying Frame Extension For enlarging the front capacity in combina- tion with a VIDA L flying frame. VIDA L Connector Set (set of 4) For attaching a VIDA L flying frame under a VIDA L speaker for two-strand rigging...

  • Page 74: Care And Maintenance

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Care and Maintenance The K&F 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.

  • Page 75: Disposal

    K&F VIDA L / VIDA C User's Manual Disposal Please recycle the packaging material of the device. 20.1 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 & FREITAG GmbH is exclusively responsible for disposing of all KLING &...
  • Page 76 User‘s Manual K&F VIDA L / VIDA C INDEX VIDA L / VIDA C Accessories ..............................70 Array ................................11 Attractive stand .............................. 72 Care ................................74 connecting ..............................20 Connector panel ..........................9 Connector set ..............................73 Dimensions ..............................58 Dismounting ..............................
  • Page 77 User‘s Manual K&F VIDA L / VIDA C Reset dongle ..............................71 Rotation Clamp 450 ............................73 Speaker port ..............................27 Speaker-stand ..............................72 Storage ................................74 Sub Adapter ..............................71 System requirements ............................11 Technical Specifications ........................... 67 Transportation ..............................74 Transportation case ..........................
  • Page 78 User‘s Manual K&F VIDA L / VIDA C Notizen Page 78 of 78 Version 3.1 KLING & FREITAG GMBH ©...

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