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- Page 1 USER GUIDE Kommander-KA 2RU Digital Processing Multi-Channel Amplifiers •20240904•...
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- Page 3 Kommander-KA User Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General heed and warnings • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth.
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Page 4: Canadian Statement
• this device may not cause interference, and amplifier’s rated range can damage the apparatus. • this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause • K-array cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use of the undesired operation of the device. loudspeakers. - Page 5 4-channels Kommander-KA and Kommander-KA+ Input Wiring Routing and Matrix Loudspeakers Wiring 8-channels Kommander-KA and Kommander-KA+ Kommander-KA104LIVE/ KA208LIVE Network Internal wiring WiFi - Standard Kommander-KA only K-RACK-208-M I Ethernet Internal wiring Standard Kommander-KA settings Remote Connectivity Kommander-KA+ with IEB-Pro Standard Kommander-KA...
- Page 6 Kommander-KA User Guide Scheduler K-framework3 Discovery 3D simulation Grouping - quick start K-Monitor Updating Firmware Advanced control apps and cloud services K-Control K-Cloud Service Cleaning Mechanical Drawing DSP Block Diagram Standard Kommander-KA Kommander-KA+ Technical Specifications...
- Page 7 Each amplifier of the Kommander-KA line is fully loaded on board with all the configurations necessary to drive any K-array passive loudspeaker to fulfill maximum power of each output channel.
- Page 8 User Guide Unpacking 4-channel units: KA14 I, KA34, KA104 Each K-array amplifier is built to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory. Upon arrival, carefully inspect the shipping carton, then examine and test your new amplifier. If you find any damage, immediately notify the shipping company.
- Page 9 Kommander-KA User Guide 8-channel units: KA18+, KA28+, KA68+, KA208+ 4-channel units - KA104LIVE / KA104LIVE+ 2+ 2- 2+ 2- 1+ 1- 1+ 1- CAUTION: To reduce the risk DO NOT EXPOSE TO of electric RAIN OR OUTPUTS MOISTURE shock, the...
- Page 10 Introduction Network Types and Audio Protocols Standard IEB (Integrated Electronic Brain) Kommander-KA amplifier models are available in two versions: 4-channel units with a dedicated IEB (Integrated Electronic The standard IEB includes one network port with fast Ethernet Brain) processing board, and 8-channel units with either the IEB connection (1 Gigabit / 1.000 Mbps) and standard Wi-Fi with...
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Page 11: Network Connectivity
Kommander-KA User Guide Network connectivity Digital 4-channel units channel counts n.ports Kommander-KA (4ch) Kommander-KA104LIVE+ Network connectivity Digital 8-channel units channel counts n. ports Kommander-KA (8ch) Kommander-KA+ (8ch) Kommander-KA208LIVE Kommander-KA208LIVE+... -
Page 12: Mounting And Cooling
5. 2x PC 4/ 4-ST-7,62 speaker output terminals 6. PowerCon TRUE link (AC mains out) 7. PowerCon TRUE inlet (AC mains in) 8. QR Code for the K-array Connect app remote connection 9. RJ45 Ethernet port In order to prevent any mechanical issue, use both frontal and 10. - Page 13 Kommander-KA User Guide 8-channel KA+ Rear Panel 8-channel KA208LIVE+ Rear Panel* 2+ 2- 2+ 2- 2+ 2- 2+ 2- 1+ 1- 1+ 1- 1+ 1- 1+ 1- OUTPUTS CAUTION: To reduce the risk DO NOT EXPOSE TO of electric RAIN OR...
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Page 14: Front Panel
Kommander-KA User Guide 4-channel KA104LIVE+ Front Panel A B C D CAUTION: To reduce the risk DO NOT EXPOSE TO of electric RAIN OR MOISTURE OUTPUTS shock, the grounding of the center pin of the AC input must be maintained. -
Page 15: Led Chart
Kommander-KA User Guide LED chart Power Max number of cascade In the rear panel, the input signal monitor LED and the output consumption* powered equal units signal monitor LED blink according to the presence of audio Kommander-KA14 I 400 W 4x KA14 I signal at any input or output channel respectively. -
Page 16: Input Wiring
User Guide Input Wiring Loudspeakers Wiring Kommander-KA amplifiers accept balanced input signals. Only In order to set the proper connections with the loudspeakers, high quality balanced, shielded, twisted pair audio cables with a set of Euroblock PC 4/4-ST-7,62 flying connectors are metal XLR connectors should be used. -
Page 17: Internal Wiring
In order to set the proper connections with passive line array The K-RACK-M-208 is a 12 units rack with wheels containing: systems and subwoofers of K-array Mugello and Firenze • Power panel with 3-phase CEE 3P+N+T 32A 400V (EU) L21-... - Page 18 Kommander-KA CA-COM 8pin CA-COM 8pin CH1+ User Guide CH1- CH4- CH4+ CH2+ CH3- Internal wiring CH3+ CH2- SpeakON NL4 SpeakON NL4 connector connector CH1– CH1+ HF– CH2– LF– CH2+ CA-COM configuration CA-COM 8pin CA-COM 8pin KA-RACK-M-208 I CH1+ CH1- CH4-...
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Page 19: Remote Connectivity
DHCP spot. server managing the addresses allocation: by default the Kommander-KA unit is set to obtain a local IP address from the DHCP server. In case a DHCP server is not present on the LAN, the unit goes in Auto IP mode: in few seconds the amplifier automatically self- assigns an IP address in the range 169.254.0.0/16. -
Page 20: Network Settings
User Guide Kommander-KA+ Network topology and network requirements The Kommander-KA+ are equipped with the IEB-Pro platform, which, as we have seen, includes a switch with 2 ports for Single Network - Star Topology Ethernet-wired connections but does not have built-in Wi-Fi. - Page 21 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE A - B SINGLE PORT Control + Digital Audio Stream. Control + Digital Audio Stream. K-monitor & K-framework3 Control + Digital Audio Stream. K-connect C - D BRIDGE MODE CONTROL ONLY K-monitor & K-framework3 K-monitor & K-framework3 K-connect K-monitor &...
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Page 22: Dual-Network Configuration
Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Dual-Network Configuration Dual-Network - Control / Digital Audio Streaming Primary / Secondary In this configuration, the primary network is reserved for In a dual network configuration, both control signals and digital audio streaming using protocols like Dante™, while the digital audio streaming are transmitted over the primary wired secondary network is dedicated to control functions. - Page 23 When using digital audio streaming over IP protocols a wired Standard Kommander-KA LAN connection is preferred - mandatory for Dante™ usage. The Kommander-KA amplifier unit features a built-in hot-spot establishing a local Wi-Fi network dedicated to remote control the amplifier via wireless.
- Page 24 3. Let your device connect to the amplifier’s Wi-Fi hotspot. or by manually entering the serial number. In this mode, the app 4. In few seconds the K-array Connect mobile app will show can view and manage only the specific amplifier to which it is the Kommander-KA model in the device list.
- Page 25 (e.g. K-array-K155AP0015)* F. You will be asked to insert the Wi-Fi password: the default Wi-Fi password of any K-array device is the device serial number, case sensitive (e.g. K140AP0107). You can find the device serial number in the back panel label and in the Wi-Fi SSID.
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Page 26: Media Player
Media Player of the K-array osKar operating system and DSP. Standard Kommander-KA 4-ch Dashboard The Kommander-KA built-in DSP implements a media player that Media player can be used to playback audio from digital sound sources. source selector By default the media player lists the audio files saved on any USB drive connected on the rear panel USB ports and routes the sound to the DSP MEDIA inputs channels IN1 and IN2. - Page 27 (Ships with 0x0 / Upgradeable to 2x2). of channels for media streaming (8 IN and 8 OUT) from the The new Kommander-KA+ can be upgraded to 8 IN x 8 OUT selected network port at the DSP input. The media stream Dante channels, providing redundancy on a secondary network.
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Page 28: Audio Configuration
By default, all Kommander-KA units born with all the amplifier’s output connections muted: in order to activate the output channels the output configuration shall be set. - Page 29 User Guide INPUT PATCH and MATRIX 1. Navigate the menu and go to Audio Configuration. 4-channels Kommander-KA and Kommander-KA+ 2. Go to the Output Configuration section. 3. Select the output channel to be configured. The Routing menu provides access to the INPUT PATCH and the 4.
- Page 30 By default, the SSID of the HOT SPOT is composed by the word “K-array-” followed by the serial number of the unit; the default password is the unit’s serial number. The SSID and the password of the HOT SPOT can be modified manually: the QR Code will change accordingly.
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Page 31: System Update
Internet – possibly via a wired connection. 2. The Download button turns active when a new software version is available on K-array server: when active, press on the Download button to start downloading the software from the Internet. This step doesn’t install the software: the installation shall be activated manually. -
Page 32: Update Via Usb
Update via USB Make a folder named update (case sensitive) on the root of a USB key or drive. D. Open the K-array website on the Internet browser on your PC or Mac. E. Navigate the Products->Software menu and scroll down to the Download section of the Software webpage. - Page 33 In the integrations section, it is possible to edit, send, and receive Open Sound Control (OSC) commands and REST AP H. If not already operating, switch on the Kommander-KA command strings. This section allows to manage access to a amplifier.
- Page 34 Kommander-KA User Guide K-framework3 Multiroom smart control Kommander-KA offers the ability to manage and distribute Kommander-KA amplifiers can be remotely controlled with the different audio signals across multiple zones, delivering them dedicated K-framework3 software available for PC and MAC on to a network of connected speakers placed in various areas.
- Page 35 Kommander-KA User Guide Discovery • TUNING – Manage and control the loudspeaker system in real time: optimize the performance of the loudspeaker 1. Ensure that all the units and the PC/Mac running the system during the tuning session and control its K-framework3 are properly connected to the same behavior in live events.
- Page 36 Grouping - quick start K-Monitor K-framework3 involves grouping input and output channels of K-monitor is a specialized tool designed by K-array for advanced units in the workspace to adjust system performance. Groups functionalities with Kommander-KA systems and amplifiers, can be created offline or online and persist even when units including: are unplugged.
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Page 37: Updating Firmware
EBS using the K-Monitor software version 1.4.4 or higher. F. Connect the computer running the K-Monitor software to the same network comprising the Kommander-KA amplifier to use. G. Launch the software and let it discover the amplifier. - Page 38 K-Cloud K-cloud, on the other hand, is a cloud-based platform and service that extends the capabilities of K-array’s ecosystem by providing remote access and management. Through K-cloud, users (installers) can register, monitor and control their audio...
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Page 39: Mechanical Drawing
1. Please have the serial number(s) of the unit(s) available for reference. 428mm 2. Contact the official K-array distributor in your country: 16,85in find the Distributors and Dealers list on K-array website. Please describe the problem clearly and completely to the Customer Service. -
Page 40: Dsp Block Diagram
Kommander-KA USER GUIDE DSP Block Diagram Standard Kommander-KA 4-channel units: KA14 I, KA34, KA104 MATRIX OUTPUT OUTPUT FILTERS DELAYS USER FACTORY PRESET VOLUMES LIMITERS 8x EQ Filters SpeakON 1/2 OUT1 Level Filter Filter Polarity MUTE Delay Limiter Factory Meter Limiter +1 –1... - Page 41 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE 8-channel units: K18, KA28, KA68, KA208 Output CH3 Output CH5 Output CH7 Output CH1 Output CH2 Output CH4 Output CH6 Output CH8 FACTORY Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory PRESET LIMITER Limiter Limiter Limiter Limiter...
- Page 42 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Kommander-KA+ 8-channel units: K18+, KA28+, KA68+, KA208+ * Output CH3 Output CH5 Output CH7 Output CH1 Output CH2 Output CH4 Output CH6 Output CH8 FACTORY Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory Factory PRESET LIMITER Limiter Limiter...
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Page 43: Technical Specifications
Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Technical Specifications Kommander-KA14 I Kommander-KA34 Kommander-KA104 Type 4ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier Output Power 4x 600W @ 2Ω 4x 750W @ 4Ω 4x 2500W @ 4Ω Minimum impedance 2 Ω 4 Ω 4 Ω Frequency Response 20 Hz –... - Page 44 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Kommander-KA18 Kommander-KA28 Kommander-KA68 Kommander-KA208 Type 8ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier Output Power 8x 150W @ 4Ω 8 x 600W @ 2Ω 8x 750W @ 4Ω 8x 2500W @ 4Ω Minimum impedance 4 Ω 2 Ω 4 Ω...
- Page 45 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Kommander-KA18+ Kommander-KA28+ Kommander-KA68+ Kommander-KA208+ Type 8ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier Output Power 8x 150W @ 4Ω 8 x 600W @ 2Ω 8x 750W @ 4Ω 8x 2500W @ 4Ω Minimum impedance 4 Ω 2 Ω 4 Ω...
- Page 46 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Kommander-KA104LIVE Kommander-KA208LIVE Type 4ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier 8ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB) Output Power 4x 2500W @ 4Ω 8x 2500W @ 4Ω Input: Input: 4x XLR-F bal input...
- Page 47 Kommander-KA USER GUIDE Kommander-KA104LIVE+ Kommander-KA208LIVE+ Type 4ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier 8ch switching mode, Class D Amplifier Frequency Response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB) Output Power 4x 2500W @ 4Ω 8x 2500W @ 4Ω Input: Input: 4x XLR-F bal input...
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- Page 49 Designed and Made in Italy K-ARRAY surl Via P. Romagnoli 17 | 50038 Scarperia e San Piero - Firenze - Italy ph +39 055 84 87 222 info@k-array.com www.k-array.com...
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