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Pinnacle-KR II ASSEMBLY MANUAL Loudspeaker systems...
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•20211110• General heed and warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• K-array cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section of the loudspeakers.
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Active + Passive Loudspeakers System Thunder-KS1 I/KS1P I Thunder-KS2 I/KS2P I Connectivity K-array Connect Thunder-KS3 I/KS4P I K-framework3 Thunder-KS4 I/KS4P I Connectivity Reset Technical Specifications K-array Connect Mobile App Connection and Discovery Connection to a single Thunder-KS Connection to a network of Thunder-KS...
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Enhanced performance and easy tuning are now managed by the Integrated Electronic Brain – IEB – implemented into K-array amplifiers. More than a traditional DSP, the built- in micro electronics driven by the integrated operating system osKar features extensive sound processing, offering...
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Unpacking Basic Bundle Systems The Pinnacle-KR102 II, Pinnacle-KR202 II, Pinnacle-KR402 II Each K-array product is built to the highest standard and and Pinnacle-KR802 II are basics bundles: further bundles thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory. are available, e.g. Pinnacle-KR404 II, based on these Upon arrival, carefully inspect the shipping carton, then configurations.
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Pinnacle-KR202 II Pinnacle-KR402 II Bill of material Bill of material Kobra-KK102 I Stainless steel meter-long line array element with 2” drivers Python-KP102 I Stainless steel meter-long line array element with 3” drivers Thunder-KS2 I Lightweight, multi-tasking 18″ self-powered subwoofer Thunder-KS3 I Compact, multi-tasking 21″...
Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Assembling instructions Pinnacle-KR802 II Bill of material The perfect sound reinforcement system tailors both the Kayman-KY102 I Stainless steel meter-long line array element with 4” drivers listening expectation and the aesthetics and architectural constraints. Thunder-KS4 I multi-tasking 2x18″ self-powered subwoofer The Pinnacle-KR systems are designed to give the sound Thunder-KS4P I 2x18″...
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual The K-JOINT3 provides fine adjustment of the tilting angle of Ground Stack the loudspeakers to control the system directivity. Adapter for standing loudspeakers on top of K-FOOT3 Thunder sub How to assembly the K-JOINT3 hinge arm to the K-FOOT3. Tightening sequence Loose the...
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual In order to set the K-FOOT3 on top of a Thunder-KS Wall mount (advcanced bracket) subwoofer, tightly screw the steel pivot to the M20 hole and Wall bracket with ball and socket joint K-WALL2 then install the K-FOOT3. (advanced model) 0 i n 4 , 8...
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Wall mount (basic bracket) Lightweight bracket for wall mounting K-WALL2L (basic model) 8 i n 7 , 0 4 mm hex key 4 mm hex key 4 mm hex key Aim the loudspeaker to the audience area and use the top and bottom hex socket set screws to tightly lock the bracket configuration.
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Assembly: ground stack 1. Screw the K-JOINT3 hinge arms to the column loudspeaker(s) (see “Joint”, page 4). 2. Set firmly the Thunder-KS subwoofer on a even horizontal surface. 3. Assemble the K-FOOT3 on top of the Thunder-KS subwoofer (see “Ground Stack”, page 5).
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Launch the Assembly: suspended K-framework3 1. Use the K-framework3 simulator software in order to software and switch design the flown column loudspeaker configuration. the interface to the 3D simulator. 2. Screw the K-JOINT3 hinge arms to the column loudspeaker(s) (see “Joint”, page 4).
The proper loudspeaker presets shall be loaded in the built in DSP using the dedicated K-array Connect app or the K-framework3 software The AC Main connection is made via the provided power BEFORE routing any audio signal to the output channels.
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Active + Passive Loudspeakers System Top loudspeakers Top loudspeakers Active Subwoofer Passive Subwoofer AES3 AES3 4-pole speaker cable 2- or 4-pole speaker cable SpeakON NL4 SpeakON NL4 Active Subwoofer Passive Subwoofer Top loudspeakers output on channels 1 and 3: SpeakON NL4 +1/–1 K-framework3 Passive Subwoofer output on channel 4: SpeakON NL4 +2/–2 Mixing console...
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Connectivity K-array Connect Mobile App The Pinnacle systems can be controlled remotely by a mobile The K-array Connect mobile app is designed to allow any device or desktop PC/MAC. Android or iOS mobile device (smartphone or tablet) to connect and manage any Pinnacle-KR system via the Wi-Fi K-array Connect connection.
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DSP that allows to manage the system features over a network (see 5. The K-array Connect app connects directly to the “On-Board Web App”, page 17 for details). The K-array Connect mobile Thunder-KS active subwoofer. app offers a shortcut to access the on-board web interface.
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5. Launch the K-array Connect app: the app looks for any to a PC via the Ethernet CAT5 cables, as well as including the device in the network whose name starts with “K-array”...
3 & 4 and four freely assignable audio power outputs. The on-board web interface or with the K-array Connect app, as internal transducer is wired in parallel to the output channel 2 described below.
Assembly Manual Volume Media Player The Volume tab in the K-array-Connect mobile app provides The Thunder-KS active subwoofer built-in DSP implements a access to volume adjustments for the input and output media player that can be used to playback audio files from a channels as well as the control of the signal gain at the USB device.
• Access the Kommander-KA on-board web app either via the Thunder-KS will push the web interface for a direct the K-array Connect mobile app, or with a web browser access to its DSP features. within a LAN (see “On-Board Web App”, page 17 ).
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1. Connect the Kommander-KA amplifier to a LAN with A. Retrieve the system update file from the official K-array Internet access. repository and move it into a folder named update on 2.
K-framework3 Software Grouping The working paradigm is to group the devices’ input and Use the K-array K-framework3 to control, configure and fine output channels and adjust the system performance within tune the Pinnacle-KR systems via a wired Ethernet network. the groups.
Kobra-KK102 I 1. Please have the serial number(s) of the unit(s) available for reference. 2. Contact the official K-array distributor in your country: find the Distributors and Dealers list on K-array website. Please describe the problem clearly and completely to the Customer Service.
Maximum SPL is calculated using a signal with crest factor 4 (12dB) measured at 8 m then scaled at 1 m. More complete water protection with K-IP65KITA and K-IP65KITB accessories (IP65 compliant). Passive loudspeakers requires dedicated preset loaded on board of K-array amplifiers. New materials and design are introduced into existing products without previous notice.
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Pinnacle-KR Assembly Manual Thunder-KS1 I Thunder-KS2 I Thunder-KS3 I Thunder-KS4 I Type Active subwoofer 12" neodymium magnet 18” neodymium magnet 21” neodymium magnet 2x 18” neodymium magnet Transducers woofer woofer woofer woofer 35 Hz – 150/450 Hz (-6 dB) 35 Hz – 150/450 Hz (-6 dB) 30 Hz –...
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Extensible with dedicated preset according to the midrange crossover point. Maximum SPL is calculated using a signal with crest factor 4 (12dB) measured at 1 m. Passive loudspeakers requires dedicated preset loaded on board of K-array amplifiers. New materials and design are introduced into existing products without previous notice.
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