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- Page 1 KSLi Rigging manual 1.1 en...
- Page 2 General information KSLi Rigging manual Version: 1.1 en, 07/2020, D2750.EN .01 Copyright © 2020 by d&b audiotechnik GmbH & Co. KG; all rights reserved. Keep this document with the product or in a safe place so that it is available for future reference. We recommend you to regularly check the d&b website for the latest version of this document.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Safety..................4 1.1 Intended use................4 1.2 d&b ArrayCalc................4 1.3 General safety................4 1.4 System components and weights/Load capacity..... 5 1.4.1 Wind loads................5 1.5 Secondary safety................ 5 1.6 Operational safety..............6 Rigging concept and components......... 7 2.1 Mounting frames and adapter........... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Safety 1.1 Intended use The d&b KSLi rigging components must only be used in conjunction with d&b KSLi loudspeakers, as described in this manual. 1.2 d&b ArrayCalc For both safety and acoustic reasons, d&b line arrays must be designed using the d&b ArrayCalc simulation software. The software is available as a native stand-alone application for both Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X operating systems and can be downloaded at www.dbaudio.com. -
Page 5: System Components And Weights/Load Capacity
Safety 1.4 System components and weights/Load capacity System components and weights Load capacity Loudspeaker Z0790/Z0791, KSLi8/KSLi12 cabinets 57 kg (126 lb) NOTICE! Z0795 KSLi-SUB 82 kg (181 lb) Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame Rigging components The Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame is designed to support a Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame 23 kg (50.7 lb) total system weight of 650 kg (1433 lb) - SWL including all... -
Page 6: Operational Safety
Safety 1.6 Operational safety ▪ The assembly should always be carried out by two persons. ▪ During assembly, pay attention to the possible risk of crushing. Wear suitable protective clothing. ▪ Observe all instructions given on the respective instruction labels of the rigging components, such as load beams, flying and compression frames, touring carts, and loudspeaker cabinets. -
Page 7: Rigging Concept And Components
Rigging concept and components Rigging concept and components 2.1 Mounting frames and adapter The d&b KSLi cabinets are supplemented by two dedicated mounting frames (Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame and Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame) and one mounting adapter (Z5745 KSLi-SUB Mounting adapter). These components allow setting up the following array configurations (maximum number of cabinets): KSLi-TOP array, 10-deep with:... -
Page 8: Z5743 Ksli-Top Mounting Frame
Rigging concept and components 2.1.1 Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame Intended use The Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame is designed to support a total system weight of 650 kg (1433 lb) - SWL including all rigging components. This allows the suspension of a maximum of 10 x KSLi-TOP cabinets. -
Page 9: Z5744 Ksli-Sub Mounting Frame
Rigging concept and components 2.1.2 Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame Intended use The Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame is designed to support a total system weight of 550 kg (1212.5 lb) - SWL including all rigging components. This allows the suspension of a maximum of 6 x KSLi-SUB cabinets. For mixed array setups consisting of a maximum of 6 x KSLi-TOP cabinets below 2 x KSLi-SUB cabinets, the frame supports a total system weight of 600 kg (1322.8 lb) - SWL including all rigging... -
Page 10: Suspension Of The Mounting Frames
Rigging concept and components 2.1.3 Suspension of the Mounting frames The center bar of the Mounting frames is equipped with two fixing points [F] for suspension using the enclosed 3.25 t shackles. The front tie bar of the Mounting frames is equipped with two safety points [S] for the attachment of a secondary safety device using the enclosed 3.25 t shackles. -
Page 11: Ring Cotters
Rigging concept and components 2.2 Ring cotters In connection with the KSLi rigging system, ring cotters are used for the following items to prevent the respective item from slackening and/or loosening: ▪ Fixing bolts of the 3.25 t shackles attached to the respective fixing points of the KSLi Mounting frames. -
Page 12: Locking Pins
Rigging concept and components 2.3 Locking pins The KSLi Mounting frames and the adapter are equipped with two types of Locking pins. WARNING! Potential risk of personal injury and/or damage to material! Ensure all Locking pins are fully inserted and securely locked before lifting any load. -
Page 13: Rear Link Of The Frames/Adapter
Rigging concept and components 2.4 Rear link of the frames/adapter WARNING! Potential risk of personal injury and/or damage to material! The fixing bolt [B] of the Rear link on the frames/the adapter bears the full load of the array and therefore the fixing bolt is a safety- relevant item. -
Page 14: Splay/Rear Link Mechanism
Rigging concept and components SUB cabinets Þ Release the upper fixing bolt. ↳ The Front link extends automatically. The Front link mechanism of the SUB cabinets provides four different settings: 1. SUB to Frame (Þ Fig. 1). 2. SUB to SUB with 0° splay between the cabinets (Þ Fig. 2). 3. -
Page 15: Setting Splay Angles For Ksli-Top Cabinets
Rigging concept and components 2.5.3 Setting splay angles for KSLi-TOP cabinets The splay angles are set on the central rear rigging strands of the cabinets. The angles between adjacent cabinets can be set in the range from 0° to 10° in 1° increments. The Splay link of the cabinets is designed as a straight link with two holes. -
Page 16: Ksli Arrays And Assembly Procedures
KSLi arrays and assembly procedures KSLi arrays and assembly procedures KSLi-TOP array, 10-deep with: KSLi-SUB colum, 6-deep, 2° splay with: Mixed array with: Z5743 KSLi-TOP Mounting frame Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame Z5745 KSLi-SUB Mounting adapter Refer to: Refer to: Þ... -
Page 17: Setup Preparation
KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 3.1 Setup preparation Check the acoustical and mechanical setup using ArrayCalc and prepare enough printouts for each array. Alternatively, the 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. - Page 18 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 3. Attach the Mounting frame to the first cabinet To attach the frame to the first cabinet, proceed as follows: Tool required: ▪ Allen hex key #4 mm 1. On the front tie bar of the frame, release and pull out the Locking pins (type D) on both sides.
- Page 19 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 7. Raise the bottom cabinet until the Splay link of the upper cabinet fits into the rear rigging strand of the bottom cabinet. 8. Align the inner hole of the Splay link with the appropriate hole for the desired splay angle (e.g.
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Page 20: Ksli-Sub Column
KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 3.3 KSLi-SUB Column Remarks and limitations NOTICE! In connection with the Z5744 KSLi-SUB Mounting frame, a maximum of 6 x KSLi-SUB cabinets can be flown. 1. Suspend the Mounting frame 1. Suspend the Mounting frame according to your onsite requirements. - Page 21 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 4. At the rear, check the Rear link is properly fitted into the rear rigging strand of the cabinet. 5. Insert and lock both Locking pins. 6. Remove the T-handles. 4. Add further cabinets 1. Prepare the Front and Rear links of the next cabinet as described in Þ...
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Page 22: Mixed Array Configuration
KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 5. Rear link of the last SUB cabinet The Rear link of the last cabinet can be kept in its park position. 6. Check the assembly Before hoisting the array to its operating position, recheck the actual status of the entire assembly according to the checklist given in Þ... - Page 23 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 2. Prepare the first SUB cabinet 1. Prepare the Front and Rear links of the first cabinet as described in Þ Chapter 2.5.1 "Front link mechanism" on page 13 and Þ Chapter 2.5.2 "Splay/Rear link mechanism"...
- Page 24 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 4. Add the second SUB cabinet NOTICE! The second SUB cabinet must always be connected to the first SUB cabinet with 0° splay. Please also refer to Þ Chapter 2.5.1 " Front link mechanism" Þ " SUB cabinets" Þ Fig. 2: " SUB to SUB, 0°...
- Page 25 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 5. Attach the Mounting adapter 1. To attach the Mounting adapter to the bottom of the second SUB cabinet, use the fixing bolt of the first SUB cabinet which is connected to the Mounting frame. 2.
- Page 26 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 7. Raise the back of the cabinet until the Rear link of the adapter fits into the rear rigging strand of the cabinet. 8. Align the inner hole of the Rear link with the [0°] hole of the cabinet's rear rigging strand.
- Page 27 KSLi arrays and assembly procedures 8. Splay link of the last cabinet To avoid either rattling during operation or damage to the Splay link of the last cabinet, we recommend you to remove the link and store it in a safe place. To remove the link, proceed as follows: 1.
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Page 28: Safety And System Checks/Hoisting
Safety and system checks/Hoisting Safety and system checks/Hoisting Safety and system checks Hoisting Before hoisting the array to its operating position, recheck the actual status of the assembly as follows: WARNING! Potential risk of personal injury and/or Mechanical setup damage to material! ▪... -
Page 29: Care And Maintenance
Care and maintenance Care and maintenance 5.1 Visual and functional inspection WARNING! Potential risk of personal injury and/or damage to material To eliminate the potential risk of accident due to malfunctioning of a component, regularly inspect all system components. Cabinet enclosure ▪... -
Page 30: Manufacturer's Declaration
Manufacturer's declaration Manufacturer's declaration 6.1 EU conformity (CE symbol) This declaration applies to: d&b KSLi loudspeaker cabinets (with integrated rigging components.) ▪ Z0790 KSLi8 ▪ Z0791 KSLi12 ▪ Z0795 KSLi-SUB d&b KSLi rigging components (including all additional components.) ▪ Z5743 KSLi TOP Mounting frame ▪... - Page 31 www.dbaudio.com...