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No matter how prevalent line arrays become, some audio challenges will always be best met by the use of conventional horn tops. In particular, the TW AUDiO T-series has size and effi- ciency on its side to help you create optimal audio solutions up to a certain size both quickly and simply.
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NOTE This symbol in combination with the signal word “Tip” identifies additional information or notes that will simplify working with TW AUDiO products on the basis of practical experience. Notes on the products Before using all the rigging components, carefully read the rigging book and keep it with the Read manual components.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 1. Safety | Intended use Please adhere to the following safety instructions to avoid risks when using accessories. The rigging components are developed for use in professional sound systems. The rigging components may only be used by trained and qualified personnel. Note the operating modes described in this assembly instructions.
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Rigging manual T24(N)-system Before mounting the rigging components check that walls, ceilings, tripods etc are capable of carrying the payload of the components. WARNING Make sure that no water pipes, electrical lines or any other lines are behind the intended place of mounting.
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When using and assembling TW AUDiO loudspeakers, only use materials specified by TW AUDiO. These tasks must be performed by qualified personnel. Adhere to the applicable safety regulations. When setting up loudspeakers, ensure that they are not exposed to the following ambient...
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CRT displays. A distance of approximately one meter is sufficient to avoid damage. Check loudspeakers and accessory parts regularly for visible wear. This is essential to ensure continuing fault-free operation. Worn parts should be replaced immediately. Spare parts are available from TW AUDiO. NOTE...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 2. System components Rigging components 2.1.1 CBT24 Cradle bar for flying Maximum load capacity: (without other rigging compo- 1x T24(N) nents) Maximum load capacity: in combination with: 1x T24(N) 1x BCT24 rigging adapter and 1x BBT24 bracket Maximum load capacity: in combination with: 1x BCT24 rigging adapter,...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 2.1.3 BCT24 Rigging adapter Maximum load capacity: in combination with: 1x T24(N) 1x CBT24 cradle bar for flying and 1x BBT24 bracket Maximum load capacity: in combination with: 1x CBT24 cradle bar for flying, 6x T24(N) 6x BBT24 bracket and 10x BLT24 Boxlink-connecting cab- les on both sides of the T24(N) loudspeakers...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 2.1.5 BAT24 Adapter Standard variant: Maximum load capacity: for 1x BAT24 adapter in combination with: 1x MCT24 main-cradle-frame, 2x T24N 1x CBT24 cradle bar for flying, 2x BBT24 brackets and 2x BLT24 Boxlink-connecting cab- on both sides of the T24(N) loudspeakers Maximum variant: Maximum load capacity:...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 2.1.7 MCT24 Main-cradle-frame Standard variant: Maximum load capacity: in combination with: 2x CBT24 cradle bar for flying 4x T24(N) 2x BAT24 adapter, 4x BBT24 bracket and 4x BLT24 Boxlink-connecting cab- les on both sides of the T24(N) loudspeakers Maximum variant: Maximum load capacity: in combination with:...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 2.1.8 FDB30 Frontdolly Dolly can be clamped on T24(N) front grill. Four Description 100 mm swivel castors, two of it with stopper, two handles. Maximum load capacity 1x T24(N) 700 x 440 x 150 mm Dimensions (h x w x d) [27.56 x 17.32 x 5.91 in] Weight...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system Loudspeaker 2.2.1 The T24 was discontinued and replaced by its successor T24N! NOTE Old T24 loudspeakers can still be used with the accessories described here in this rigging manual. NOTE 2.2.2 T24(N) Operating mode Biamp Passive Drivers 2x 12“...
The rigging components CBT24, BLT24, BCT24, BBT24, BAT24, ASK44 and MCT24 are designed for hanging operation. There are various accessories for all rigging components at TW AUDiO to securely attach them. Please note that setting up all rigging components always requires two persons!
Rigging manual T24(N)-system General safety instructions for setting up the following rigging variants. In the following chapters you will find a description of the possibilities for hanging the T24(N) loudspeaker. First, we will describe how to suspend a single T24(N) loudspeaker. Then follow the chapters with the individual steps for hanging multiple T24(N) loudspeakers.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system Mounting direction CBT24 cradle bar for flying at T24(N) loudspeaker Mount the CBT24 cradle bar for flying to the T24(N) loudspeaker as shown in figure 3.8. WARNING Observe the mounting direction of the CBT24 cradle bar for flying ! It can only be mounted in this direction! WARNING CBT24...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system CBT24 at 1x T24(N) loudspeaker - no possibility to angle Note that with this variant 1 there is no possibility to specifically angle the T24(N) loudspeaker with fixed degrees. NOTE Sound direction Figure 3.6 - Sound direction Shall be angled anyway: To angle the T24(N) loudspeaker, mount a tension strap, safety rope, etc.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system Mounting order of the rigging components Note the following subchapters, in them the work processes are divided into individual moun- ting steps. First follow chapter 3.6 and then continue your mounting process at chapter 3.8. WARNING BCT24 - Rigging adapter: mounting on the CBT24 cradle bar for flying Note that the BCT24 rigging adapter can only be used in conjunction with the CBT24 cradle bar for flying as well as the BBT24 bracket for suspending the T24(N) loudspe- aker!
Rigging manual T24(N)-system Preparing BBT24 bracket Loosen both quick-locking pins on the upper part of the bracket and fold it open as shown in figure 3.9. NOTE When assembling and disassembling your system setups, make sure that you never care- lessly remove the quick-locking pins of the BBT24 bracket with your fingers, hands or other body parts or reach between the speakers.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.10 BBT24 - Bracket: mounting steps 3.10.1 Mounting step 1 Place the T24(N) loudspeaker on a non-slip surface and hook the BBT24 bracket into the lower handle of the T24(N) loudspeaker as shown in Figure 3.10.1. NOTE T24 (N) BBT24 Figure 3.10.1 - Hook the BBT24 bracket in the lower handle...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.10.3 Mounting step 3 Re-insert the upper and lower quick-locking pins into the BBT24 bracket as shown in figure 3.10.3, thus locking the BBT24 bracket. WARNING Check that all quick-locking pins are always completely inserted! WARNING Figure 3.10.3 - Re-insert of the quick-locking pins...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.11 Variant: 1x BBT24 bracket with 1x T24(N) loudspeaker After you have carried out mounting step 3, the T24(N) loudspeaker can now be suspended. With the help of a shackle designed according to the total weight and attached to a pin point of the BCT24 rigging adapter, the T24(N) speaker can now be angled.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.12 Standard as well as maximum Variant The standard variant has established itself in which two T24(N) loudspeakers are used with two BBT24 brackets, a CBT24 cradle bar for flying and a BCT24 rigging adapter. (See figure 3.12) NOTE Use the simulation software EASE Focus to determine the number and degrees of the T24(N) loudspeaker system which matches your application and the appropriate pin point of...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.13 Mounting ASK44 sling chain at one MCT24 main-cradle-frame Note that for the MCT24 main-cradle-frame you cannot determine the number of T24(N) loudspeakers which matching your application as well as the appropriate pin points using the EASE Focus simulation software! NOTE Make sure that the MCT24 main-cradle-frame is held in the horizontal position with the ASK44 sling chain in every application with your system setup!
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.14 Preparing BAT24 adapter Loosen positions 1 to 4 (see figure 2.1) as shown in figure 3.14. To do this, follow the sequence a to d. NOTE Figure 3.14 - Loosen positions 1 to 4...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.15 Mounting step 1 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame 3.15.1 Mounting step 1 Place the MCT24 main-cradle-frame on a non-slip surface. Then insert the pre-mounted lower part (see assembly instructions BAT24, figure 2.1 - pos.5) of the BAT24 adapter from below to one of the side beams of the MCT24 main-cradle-frame as shown in figure 3.15.1.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.15.3 Mounting step 3 Re-insert the splint bolts as well as washers (2x each, see figure 2.1 - Pos.2 and 3) into the BAT24 adapter as shown in figure 3.15.3. WARNING Splint bolts Washers Figure 3.15.3 - Re-insert the splint bolts and washers 3.15.4 Mounting step 4 Then secure the splint bolts with the washers again using the safety locking splints (2x each,...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.16 Mounting sequence with one MCT24 main-cradle-frame Be sure to follow the assembly sequence below to mount the T24(N) loudspeakers to the MCT24 main-cradle-frame via the CBT24 cradle bar for flying: 1. Attach the shackle of the CBT24 cradle bar for flying to another pin point with another shackle designed according to the total weight.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.17 Standard and maximal variant with one MCT24 main-cradle-frame The standard variant has established itself in which four T24(N) loudspeakers are used with two CBT24 cradle bar for flying, four BBT24 brackets, two BAT24 adapter and four BLT24 Boxlink connector cables.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.18 Mounting of two MCT24 main-cradle-frame For applications where the T24(N) system cluster needs to be extended laterally, two MCT24 main-cradle-frames can be bolted together at the side beams. Before screwing the two MCT24 main-cradle-frames together, always note the pin points that match your application.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.19 Mounting ASK44 sling chain on two MCT24 main-cradle-frames Note that for the MCT24 main-cradle-frame you cannot determine the number of T24(N) loudspeakers which matching your application as well as the appropriate pin points using the EASE Focus simulation software! NOTE Make sure that the two MCT24 main-cradle-frames are held in the horizontal position with the ASK44 sling chain in every application with your system setup!
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.20 Mounting BAT24 adapter to two MCT24 main-cradle-frames For applications where the T24(N) system cluster has been extended laterally, three CBT24 system setups, each with two T24(N) loudspeakers, can now be attached to the two MCT24 main-cradle-frames. Attach the three BAT24 adapters to two pin points on each of the side beams of the two MCT24 main-cradle-frames, as shown for example in figure 3.20.
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 3.21 Standard and Maximum variant with two MCT24 main-cradle-frames The standard variant has established itself in which six T24(N) loudspeakers are used with three CBT24 cradle bar for flying, six BBT24 brackets, three BAT24 adapter and six BLT24 Boxlink connector cables.
For this reason, the loudspeakers should be transported and stored in a safe, careful, dry and largely dust-free manner. The following accessory parts for the various rigging components are available from TW AUDiO: CBT24: • Shackle SK10 • SAF-connector with Double Stud and splint •...
Rigging manual T24(N)-system 5. CE Conformity Declaration Copy and translation of the original CE Conformity Declaration: We hereby declare that the below-referenced components by virtue of their design and con- struction, and in the configuration placed on the market by us, satisfy the safety and health requirements of the applicable EC directives.
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