3.2.2 Connector Flying Set Intended Use Items Included 5.1 Point-Source Applications 5.1.1 K&F SPECTRA 212i cluster plate set 5.1.2 K&F SPECTRA 212i horizontal cluster flying set 5.2 Line-Source Applications 5.2.1 K&F SPECTRA 212i connector set 5.2.2 K&F SPECTRA 212i connector flying set Components 6.0.1 K&F SPECTRA 212i cluster plate set...
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User‘s Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 10.1.2 Connector Flying Set (Line Source) 10.1.3 Flybar grid mode (full-grid or half-grid) 10.2 Mounting the Flybar 10.3 Mounting the Horizontal Cluster Flying Set to the Speaker 10.4 Mounting the Connector Flying Set to the Speaker 11 Mounting for Horizontal Suspended Operation 11.1 Mounting the Cluster Plate Set and the Flying Frame to the Speaker 11.2 Mounting the Connector Set and the Flying Frame to the Speaker...
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Introduction SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Icons Used This icon indicates a risk of injury or death. Not following these instructions may result in seri- WARNING ous health problems including potentially fatal injuries. This icon indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not following these instructions may cause CAUTION minor injuries or damage.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Product Description Cluster plates (point-source mode) Cluster plates are used for clustering two SPECTRA 212i systems in point-source mode. This allows for achieving a larger overall directivity. The accessories allow interconnecting the speakers in acoustically logical angles. We recommend using the cluster plates for the SPECTRA 212i N speaker version only.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 Connector (Line-Source Mode) Connectors allow for connecting two speakers to build an array for operation in line-source mode. Interconnecting the speakers using the connectors allows for achieving the acoustically logical angle between the speakers for line-source operation. You can use the connectors for interconnecting the following speaker combinations: •...
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 3.2.2 Connector Flying Set Allows for suspending a horizontal array of two SPECTRA 212i speakers in line-source mode. This setup allows for achieving vari- ous tilt angles. Using the connector flying set, you can suspend two interconnected speakers using the flybar (included with the set).
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 7.1.2 Dimensions 150 .4 m m [5 .9 2 inch] 2 0 mm 290.4 m m [11.433 inch] 48 .4 m m [1.906 inch] 53 m m 28 .8 m m [2.08 7 inch ] [1.134 inch] 582.9 m m...
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Safety Instructions Safety Instructions for Suspending the Speakers WARNING Suspended loads pose a safety risk. • Have all installation works including suspension as well as wall or ceiling mount performed by qualified event technicians or appropriately trained persons. •...
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User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 Risks imposed by falling or overturning parts WARNING • Be sure to install, suspend, fasten, and use Kling & Freitag speaker accessories only using the designated fixtures as specified in this document. •...
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 Connector Set To build an array in line-source mode 1. Position the speakers in their place of use. 2. Remove the M8 screws shown in the adjacent figure. 3. Connect the speakers using the connector and the previously re- moved screws.
K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Mounting for Vertical Suspended Operation For vertical suspended operation of two adjacent speakers, you need either a K&F SPECTRA 212i horizontal cluster flying set (point source applications) or a K&F SPECTRA 212i connector flying set (line source applications) For vertical suspended operation (horizontal cluster flying set/connector flying set), you first need to mount the flybar to the correct appropriate plate/connector.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 10.1.3 Flybar grid mode (full-grid or half-grid) Half-grid mode Full-grid mode When the slanted flybar end points towards When the straight flybar end points towards the speaker fronts, the flybar is aligned in half- the speaker fronts, the flybar is aligned in full- grid mode.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 10.3 Mounting the Horizontal Cluster Flying Set to the Speaker To build a vertical suspended cluster in point-source mode Items required Required Tools • 1 x K&F SPECTRA 212i horizontal cluster plate flying set hexagon socket wrench IS6 •...
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User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 7. Place the cluster upright. 8. If necessary, mount a receptacle such as the K&F 450 rotation clamp to the flybar. 9. Suspend the cluster. For wall or ceiling installation, refer to the respective accessory manual.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 10.4 Mounting the Connector Flying Set to the Speaker To build a vertical suspended cluster in line-source mode Items required Required Tools • 1 x K&F SPECTRA 212i connector flying hexagon socket wrench IS6 •...
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User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 7. Put up the array. 8. If necessary, mount a receptacle such as the K&F 450 rotation clamp to the flybar. 9. Suspend the array. For wall or ceiling installation, refer to the respective accessory manual.
Speaker To build a horizontal suspended cluster in point-source mode Items required Required Tools • 1 x K&F SPECTRA 212i horizontal cluster flying set hexagon socket wrench IS6 • 1 x K&F SPECTRA 212i flying frame • 2 x K&F SPECTRA 212i...
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User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 5. Attach the two bottommost screws of the cluster plates to the speaker. 6. Move the speakers towards each other, so that the holes of the plates align with those in the speaker cabinet.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 11.2 Mounting the Connector Set and the Flying Frame to the Speaker To build a horizontal suspended array in line-source mode Required mounting accessories Required Tools • 1 x K&F SPECTRA 212i connector set hexagon socket wrench IS6 •...
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User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories 16.06.2021 06/16/21 5. First, loosely attach both connec- tors to one speaker with three screws each. 6. Place the speakers side by side, so that the accessory holes are aligned with those in the speaker’s side panels.
User's Manual K&F SPECTRA 212i Configuration Accessories Maintenance • Perform a visual inspection before each installation. • Visually inspect the entire setup every six months. • When performing those checks, particularly look for deformations, cracks, dents, damage to threads, and corrosion. Also check slings and lifts (e.g. shackles, chains, and steel ropes) carefully for wear and deformation.