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HK Audio COSMO Series Instructions For Use Manual

HK Audio COSMO Series Instructions For Use Manual

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COSMO Line Array
Instructions for use
Original edition
• Operating Instructions
• Rigging Intructions
• Appendix
Date: 01/07/2019 V. 2g

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  • Page 1 COSMO Line Array Instructions for use Original edition • Operating Instructions • Rigging Intructions • Appendix Date: 01/07/2019 V. 2g...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 COSMO Operating Instructions 1.0 Important Notes on Safety and Use ......3 Introduction ..............4 Components ..............5 Connectors and Speaker Cables ........9 4 Controller Presets ............13 Example Setups ............14 - 2 -...

  • Page 3: Important Notes On Safety And Use

    Register each HK AUDIO product separately to get a warranty of fi ve years free of charge! Use the convenient • Do not place any containers containing liquids such as vases, online registration option at www.hkaudio.com.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    • EASE 4.4 uniform throw patterns than its predecessor, 2002's Cohedra • EASE Focus 3 AcousticLens. HK Audio engineers used sophisticated computer • Lake Controller simulations and rapid prototyping to develop this ingenious • Armonía waveguide –...

  • Page 5: Components

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 • C 10 mid/high unit • CS 118 subwoofer 2 Components 2.1 Speaker Cabinets The COSMO system consists of three types of mid/high line array speakers and a fl yable 18" subwoofer. All COSMO components have been tuned acoustically so they can be combined in a vertical array.
  • Page 6 • C-DRIVE 8 PS NL4FX C-DRIVE 8 PB-8 Engineered to deliver the best audio results, the HK Audio C-DRIVE 4 and C-DRIVE 8 amp racks provide the perfect engine room for This four-channel multicore speaker cable is available in various PB-8 the amps that drive COSMO systems.
  • Page 7 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 • CRF-PB pull-back frame • C-M20 sub adapter 2.4 Rigging and Transport Hardware – art. no. 1007679 – art. no. 1007681 • CRF-80 rigging frame – art. no. 1007678 The C-M20 sub adapter serves to securely connect the rigging The CRF-PB pullback frame serves to fl...
  • Page 8 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 • COSMO and C SUB wheel boards • COSMO transport accessories take up the following 2.5 Software amounts of truck space: EASE Focus 3 Simulation data sets are available in GLL format for all COSMO Truck loading space and C SUB series loudspeakers.

  • Page 9: Connectors And Speaker Cables

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Pin Assignment switch settings: 3 Connectors and Speaker Cables • CF 118, CS 118, CS 218 subwoofers • C 8 mid/high unit Pin assignments when set to 1+/1- 1+/1– SUB signal 2+/2–...
  • Page 10 The eight NL4 outputs are four-pole connectors with two channels each. The channels assigned to the given amplifi er output may be The PB-8 is the central input/output hub for all HK Audio amp tapped via pin 1+/–, and the second channel via 2+/–. The bottom racks.
  • Page 11 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Connecting COSMO M/H units Connect no more than three C 8 mid/high units to each channel. The recommended minimum electrical impedance for each channel is 2.66 ohms. Analog In AES3 Ethernet Amp Out Lift...
  • Page 12 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Connecting subwoofers Using the COSMO multicore cable Connect no more than two CS 118/CF 118 bass bins (or one CS 218 • LSM Mid/High adapter (art. no. 1006166) unit) to each channel. The recommended minimum electrical The LSM Mid/High adapter is a convenient way of connecting impedance for each channel is 4 ohms.

  • Page 13: Controller Presets

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 4 Controller Presets • Standalone M/H units • Arrays with added subwoofers Presets are available for Lake and Armonía controller software, which may be used to operate the components. These presets provide various tools, including compensation fi...

  • Page 14: Example Setups

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 5 Example Setups Setup: 6x C 8 4x CS 118 HF signal Audio In: 1.8 m / 71" 1+/– L/R or WB 1 WB 1 CRF-60 L/R + Sub LF signal Total weight*: C-DRIVE C-WB...

  • Page 15: Lf Signal

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Setup: 12x C 8 8x CS 118 HF signal 1.8 m / 71" 1+/– WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 Total weight*: LF signal C-WB C-WB 810 kg/ WB 1 2+/–...

  • Page 16: Lf Signal

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 HF signal 1+/– Setup: LF signal 18x C 8 1.8 m / 71" 2+/– 12x CS 118 WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 LF signal Total weight*: 1160 kg/ WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 2+/–...

  • Page 17: Lf Signal

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 2.4 m / 94" HF signal WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 Setup: 1+/– Total weight*: 1520 kg/ WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 24x C 8 LF signal 3350 lbs 2+/–...

  • Page 18: Lf Signal

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Setup: 24x C 8 2.4 m / 94" HF signal 4x CF 118 WB 2 WB 2 1+/– Total weight*: 6x CS 218 1540 kg/ WB 1 WB 1 WB 2 LF signal 3395 lbs 2+/–...

  • Page 19: Audio In

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 Setup: 24x C 8 8x CS 218 2.4 m / 94" HF signal WB 2 WB 2 1+/– Total weight*: 1460 kg/ WB 2 WB 2 LF signal 3220 lbs 2+/–...
  • Page 20 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 HF signal 1.8 m / 71" 1+/– WB 1 WB 1 CRF-60 LF signal Total weight*: C-WB C-WB C-WB 627 kg/ 1+/– C-DRIVE C-DRIVE C-WB 1382 lbs Setup: *including cabinets, rigging hardware 2x CS 118 12x C 8...
  • Page 21 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Operating Instructions 1.0 1.8 m / 71" WB 1 WB 1 CRF-60 Total weight*: C-DRIVE C-WB C-WB 423 kg/ 932 lbs *including cabinets, rigging hardware and amp racks 1.8 m / 71" WB 1 WB 1 WB 1 Total weight*:...
  • Page 22 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 COSMO Rigging Manual 1.0 Notes on Rigging Safety ..........23 Planning Arrays ............25 Intended Use ..............26 4 Rigging Hardware ............27 Connecting Hardware and Curving Arrays .......31 6 Curving in Compressed Mode ........32 Curving in Fixed Mode ...........35 8 Setting Up a CF 118 Array ..........37 Setting Up Ground Stacks ..........

  • Page 23: Notes On Rigging Safety

    Do not exert excessive force. Use the rigging hardware for no purpose other than to set up HK audio speaker cabinets The operator is obligated to allow only those persons to work with the rigging hardware in flown arrays or ground stacks.
  • Page 24 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 • Ground stacks Do not move the system over people. Operate the system overhead people only when it • Disassembly is stationary. Stack speakers carefully so as not to damage or impair the components' physical integrity: The array may be brought into a state of unstable equilibrium during disassembly.

  • Page 25: Planning Arrays

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 This does not apply to larger arrays with more than ten M/H units. Their overall angle including tilt may not exceed 76°. 2 Planning Arrays • Examples setups with an overall °angle of up to 76° •...

  • Page 26: Intended Use

    Leaves and small twigs in constant manufacturer to determine if they are repairable. installing the HK Audio COSMO series and CF 118 subwoofer in a flown array, permanently motion; light flags extended or temporarily, in compliance with the manufacturer's specifications.

  • Page 27: Rigging Hardware

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Dimensions: 780 x 137 x 600 mm 4 Rigging Hardware MWL 700 kg Weight: 19.1 kg up to 20 pcs. C 8 Mid/High (1x CF 118 = 2x C 8) 4.1 CRF-80 COSMO rigging frame The COSMO CRF-80 serves as a rigging frame for all COSMO M/H units and for the CF 118.
  • Page 28 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Dimensions: 600 x 137 x 600 mm 4.2 CRF-60 COSMO rigging frame MWL 350 kg Weight: 17.6 kg up to 14 pcs. C 8 Mid/High The COSMO CRF-60 serves as a compact rigging frame for all COSMO M/H units.
  • Page 29 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Dimensions: 534 x 86 x 526 mm 4.3 CRF-PB pull-back frame Pole mount: up to 2 pcs. C 8 Mid/High Weight: 5.0 kg Ground stack: up to 3 pcs. C 8 Mid/High The CRF-PB pull-back frame is used for compressed mode rigging with a tensioning strap, to mount no more than COSMO M/H units on speaker stands, and to set up small ground stack applications...
  • Page 30 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 4.4 C-PPA pick-point adapter 4.6 C-GSA ground stack adapter The pick-point adapter serves to attach chain hoists and other The ground stack adapter lets you attach and tilt mid/high units suitable hoisting equipment to the rigging frame.

  • Page 31: Connecting Hardware And Curving Arrays

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Fixed mode 5 Connecting Hardware and Curving 5.2 Compressed mode vs. fi xed mode Arrays Compressed mode 5.1 General information on connections Flown arrays In fi xed mode, the individual parts are connected at a fi xed angle, A three-point system serves to connect COSMO line array's M/H so you do not need a tensioning strap.

  • Page 32: Curving In Compressed Mode

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 6 Curving in Compressed Mode Connect the chain hoist or other hoisting equipment to the C-PPA's shackle. Heads up: You may dispense with a secondary safety device or arrest wire in cases where the attaching device is intrinsically safe, requires tools to unfasten, and is Heads up: Setting up and tearing down secured with a locking mechanism to prevent it from...
  • Page 33 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Attach the rigging frame's fl ap using the hole labeled link in Raise the array just high enough for the next C-WB to slide in this M/H unit's rear angle plate. Now insert the loose end of the below it.
  • Page 34 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Fold the fl ap of the lowest M/H unit in the array over into the Insert quick-release pins to attach the pull-back frame's spacer Engage the tensioning strap's ratchet until all fl aps are fully angle plate to set it the parking position.

  • Page 35: Curving In Fixed Mode

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 7 Curving in Fixed Mode You may fasten ropes to the pull-back frame's attachment Connect the chain hoist or other hoisting equipment to the points to tie the array to truss bars or the like to prevent it C-PPA's shackle and lift the rigging frame to a convenient from twisting in the wind.
  • Page 36 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Insert the two quick-release pins that come with the rigging Insert the fi x pin to secure the connection between the rigging Insert the fl ap of the top M/H unit into the angle plate of the frame to attach the fi...
  • Page 37 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Connect all further M/H units, one after the other, as described You may fasten ropes to the pull-back frame's attachment in steps above until all M/H units intended for this array points to tie the array to truss bars or the like to prevent it are connected.

  • Page 38: Setting Up A Cf 118 Array

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 8 Setting Up a CF 118 Array Connect the rigging frame to the CF 118 using the four attachment points. Heads up: Setting up and tearing down arrays can be dangerous. People may get hurt and property damaged if the rig or parts thereof fall, move in unexpected ways, or are improperly assembled and disassembled.
  • Page 39 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Now connect all M/H units required for the array to the adapter frame as described in sections 5 and 6 of this rigging manual. Heads up: Always keep the area below the system clear of people when raising or lowering it.

  • Page 40: Setting Up Ground Stacks

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 The following instructions and illustrations apply to both 9 Setting Up Ground Stacks the CRF-60 and CRF-80. Heads up: Make sure the ground stack's center of gravity remains within the base. Always secure the ground stack to prevent tipping.
  • Page 41 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 9.1 Stacking speakers on top of a CS 118/ CS 218 Level the rigging frame with the four adjustable feet. Use a Example tilt angles: spirit level or the like for reference. with the rigging frame only (+2°/0°/–2°) Tilt set to -2°: Screw the C-M20 sub-adapter into the CS 118 or CS 218's M20...
  • Page 42 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 The C-GSA has two rows of holes off ering the following angles: –6° 9.2 Stacking speakers on top of a CS 118/ CS 218 Attach the M/H unit to the rigging frame's attachment points. to –16°...
  • Page 43 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 9.3 Stacking speakers on top of a CF 118 with a Example tilt angles: CRF-80 rigging frame Tilt set to –16°: Set the CRF-80 on the CF 118's rigging hardware. Attach the rigging frame using the CF 118's attachment points.
  • Page 44 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 Setting the tilt angle with the M/H unit's fl ap: 9.4 Stacking speakers on top of a subwoofer Attach the COSMO M/H unit to the CRF-PB pull-back frame. with the CRF-PB pull-back frame Heads up: Never stack more than three COSMO C 8s on the ground using the CRF-PB.

  • Page 45: Disassembling Flown Arrays

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Rigging Manual 1.0 10 Disassembling Flown Arrays Make sure the C-WB is on secure footing before you move on to the next step. 10.1 Disassembling a compressed array Disconnect the top M/H unit of the stack that you want to roll away from the array. Roll the C-WB out of the danger zone and connect the top M/H unit to the C-WB's cover.
  • Page 46 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 COSMO Appendix 1.0 C 8 mid/high unit ............46 CF 118 ................49 CS 118 ................51 4 CS 218 ................. 53 PB-8 ................55 6 Declarations of conformity ........... 56 - 46 -...

  • Page 47: Mid/High Unit

    COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 1 C 8 mid/high unit C 8 – Technical specifi cations Power handling, nominal RMS 600 W Power handling, program 1200 W Frequency response - 10 dB 57 Hz - 19 kHz Frequency response +/-3 dB 63 Hz - 18 kHz Directivity...
  • Page 48 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 Vertical directivity (three C 8s at 3° splay) Max. SPL (blue= 3% THD, red= 10% THD) - 48 -...
  • Page 49 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 600mm 450mm - 49 -...

  • Page 50: Cf 118

    PU coating, black Front grille Steel front grille with anticorrosive coating, backed with acoustic foam Carrying handles 4x HK Audio MultiGrip Max. SPL (blue= 3% THD, red= 10% THD) Speaker extension pole mount 1x M20 Rigging points 4-point rigging hardware with black KTL coating Dimensions (W x H x D) 60 x 63,5 x 78.5 cm...
  • Page 51 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 600mm 783mm - 51 -...

  • Page 52: Cs 118

    PU coating, black Front grille Steel front grille with anticorrosive coating, backed with acoustic foam Carrying handles 4x HK Audio MultiGrip Max. SPL (blue= 3% THD, red= 10% THD) Speaker extension pole mount 1x M20 Dimensions (W x H x D) 60 x 61 x 78 cm 23-5/8 x 24-5/32 x 30-23/32"...
  • Page 53 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 600mm 780mm - 53 -...

  • Page 54: Cs 218

    PU coating, black Front grille Steel front grille with anticorrosive coating, backed with acoustic foam Carrying handles 8x HK Audio MultiGrip Max. SPL (blue= 3% THD, red= 10% THD) Speaker extension pole mount 2x M20 Dimensions (W x H x D) 121 x 61 x 78 cm 47-41/64 x 24-5/32 x 30-23/32"...
  • Page 55 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 1200mm 780mm 1208mm - 55 -...
  • Page 56 COSMO Line Array – Instructions for use Appendix 1.0 5 PB-8 patchbay The PB-8's internal wiring PB-8 – Technical specifi cations Dimensions (W x H x D) 48.5 x 8.8 x 11.5 cm 19-15/16 x 3-11/32 x 4-17/32" Amp Out Weight 4.2 kg / 9.3 lbs Amp Out...

  • Page 57: Declarations Of Conformity

    Anhang II A Anhang II A Hiermit erklären wir, dass die nachstehenden Lastaufnahmemittel Hiermit erklären wir, dass das nachstehende Lastaufnahmemittel Flugrahmen HK AUDIO CRF-60 Pickpoint-Adapter HK AUDIO C-PPA Flugrahmen HK AUDIO CRF-80 allen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der folgenden Richtlinie entspricht: allen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der folgenden Richtlinie entsprechen:...
  • Page 58 COSMO Line Array ® HK Audio • Postfach 1509 • 66595 St. Wendel • Germany • info@hkaudio.com • www.hkaudio.com International Inquiries: fax +49-68 51-905 215 • international@hkaudio.com Subject to change without notice • Technische Änderungen vorbehalten Copyrights 2019 Music & Sales GmbH • 01/2019...

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