Z5456 AL Flying adapter Z5456 AL Flying adapter 1.1 Scope of supply Please verify the shipment for completeness and proper condition of the items. Qty. d&b Code Description Z5456 d&b AL Flying adapter [1] Including: Hand bolt M10 [2] Hex head bolt M10 x 25/8.8 [2a] U-washer 10.5 [2b] 1t shackle [3] D2747.EN .01...
Z5456 AL Flying adapter 1.3 Load safety information NOTICE! The Z5456 AL Flying adapter is designed to suspend a total of 4 x AL60/AL90 or ALi60/ALi90 cabinets which corresponds to a total system weight of 100 kg (220 lb) – SWL. 1.4 Intended use The Z5456 AL Flying adapter must only be used in conjunction with the d&b A-Series AL60/AL90 and ALi60/ALi90 cabinets, as...
A-Series rigging components A-Series rigging components 2.1 Suspension options The center bar of the Flying adapter is equipped with a total of 19 holes to allow for the suspension of the array and the setting of different vertical angles. The holes are numbered in increments of five. Single or dual pickpoint operation The array can be suspended using one or two E6507 1t shackle(s) and appropriate lifting devices or steel wire ropes.
A-Series rigging components The A-Series loudspeaker cabinets and rigging components are equipped with a Locking pin 5 x 35 mm. Note: The Locking pins are undetachably attached to the different rigging components on the cabinet using steel wires. Throughout this manual these steel wires are not shown in the corresponding illustrations.
A-Series rigging components 2.4 Cabinet rigging mechanism The cabinets are mechanically connected to the Flying frame and subsequent loudspeakers using the Front links on both sides of the cabinet front and the central Splay link on the rear rigging strand of the cabinet.
A-Series rigging components 2.4.3 Setting the splay angle(s) Splay angles between adjacent cabinets can be set in the range from 20° to 40° in 5° increments resulting in a total coverage of 50° up to 70° for two cabinets, with a maximum total coverage of 150°...
Rigging/Derigging Rigging/Derigging 3.1 Preparing the setup General Check the acoustical and mechanical setup using ArrayCalc and prepare enough printouts for each array. Alternatively the d&b ArrayCalc Viewer app can be used for this purpose. The plan enables the riggers to set up the suspension points, the securing points and the chain hoists.
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Rigging/Derigging 1. Join the cabinets together 1. Position the first cabinet with the threaded inserts on top [ ]. 2. Place the second cabinet beside the first cabinet in the same manner. 3. Extend both Front links of the second cabinet. 4.
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Rigging/Derigging 2. Set the splay angles The splay angles between adjacent cabinets are set on the central rear rigging strands of the cabinets and can be set in the range from 20° to 40° in 5° increments. Select the splay angles according to your ArrayCalc simulation. Depending on the desired splay angle, set the Splay link to the "Standard"...
Rigging/Derigging Attach the Flying adapter according to the type of assembly (single, 2-, 3-, or 4-wide). For this purpose, use the enclosed hand bolts [2] and hand-tighten them properly. With ALi60/ALi90 cabinets use the enclosed hex head screws (M10 x 25 - Wrench SW17) [2a] and U-washers (10.5) [2b]. 5.
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Rigging/Derigging Refit the Splay link During setup, the Splay link of the last cabinet has been removed and must be refitted to the cabinet. For this purpose, proceed as follows: 1. Release the Locking pin [1]. 2. Turn the extension tube head [2] by 90°. 3.
Care and maintenance Care and maintenance 4.1 Transport/storing During transport ensure the rigging components are not stressed or damaged by mechanical forces. Use suitable transport cases. We recommend the use of the d&b E7927 Touring case 2 x AL for this purpose.
Declarations Declarations 5.1 Manufacturer's declaration This declaration covers: ▪ d&b Z5456 AL Flying adapter. National standards and technical specifications applied: DIN 18 800, DIN 1055, DGUV Vorschrift 17. Backnang, 2019-08-12 Frank Bothe, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) d&b audiotechnik GmbH & Co. KG 5.2 Disposal When out of use the rigging components must be disposed of in accordance with the national environmental regulations.
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