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KLING & FREITAG CA 1201, CA 1215, CA 1515 User's Manual Important Information, Please Read Before Use! KLING FREITAG GmbH & Junkersstrasse 14 D-30179 Hannover PHONE 0 (049) 511- 969 97-0 FAX 0 (049) 511- 67 37 94 www.kling-freitag.de...
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User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 Thank you for your decision to buy a KLING & FREITAG product. To guarantee a trouble-free operating of the equipment and to enable the KLING & FREITAG CA speaker system to achieve its full potential, please read the operating instructions carefully before use.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 Contents Chapter Page General Instructions for Using Speakers Product Descriptions and Versions 2.1 CA 1201 2.2 CA 1215-6 2.3 CA 1215-9 2.4 CA 1515-6 2.5 CA 1515-9 Instructions for Suspending the Speakers 3.1 Using the Ancra Flying Points Coverage Angles of the CA Speakers 4.1 Changing the Coverage Angles...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 Chapter Page 10. Crossovers 10.1 Wiring Diagram CA 1201 10.1.1 Version A (old) 10.1.2 Version B (new) 10.2 Wiring Diagram CA 1215-6 and CA 1215 -9 10.2.1 Version A (old) 10.2.2 Version B (new) 10.3 Wiring Diagram CA 1515-6 and CA 1515-9...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 1. General Instructions for Using Speakers Mounting the speakers To avoid injury or damage, always be sure to mount the speakers securely so that they do not fall. Speakers, which are stacked, must be secured with safety straps. When laying the connecting cables, make sure that nobody can trip.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 2. Product Descriptions and Versions 2.1 CA 1201 Short description: 2-way full-range loudspeaker system with 12" low-mid chassis and 1" high frequency horn on a rotatable 90° x 60° CD horn. Homogeneous coverage and constant direc- tivity starting at 1.2 kHz.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 2.3 CA 1215-9 Short description: 2-way high-power speaker system with 12" low-mid chassis and 1.5" high frequency horn driver on a rotatable 90° x 50° CD horn. Homogeneous coverage and constant directivity starting at 1.0 kHz.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 2.5 CA 1515-9 Short description: 2-way high-power speaker system with 15" low-mid chassis and 1.5" high frequency horn driver on a rotatable 90° x 50° CD horn. Homogeneous coverage and constant directivity starting at 1.0 kHz.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 3. Instructions for Suspending the Speakers Only trained personnel should suspend speaker systems. Speaker systems, whether single or connected to one another, must always be secured to a second separate point, even if two rigging points are used for suspending the speaker system! Ensure that all connections are secured to prevent their detaching on their own and that only admissible statically tested and sufficiently sized connecting devices, ropes and...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 3.1 Using the Ancra Flying Points Warning Flying Stud Ancra Flying Point Used as fastener to the Ancra Receptacle for special fasteners. Flying Point. Take the flying stud in one hand..
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 4. Coverage Angles of the CA Speakers The mid-high systems can be operated in a vertical or horizontal (i.e. as a stage moni- tor) position. The coverage pattern of the speaker can be adapted to special needs by a 90°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 5. Proper Arrangement of the Loudspeakers Be aware of the fact that the logical targeted alignment of this high quality speaker system can lead to a significant qualitative increase in the acoustic result. It is not possi- ble to make generalities about the alignment of specific systems because the room has a substantial influence on the signal and the audible result.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 5.1 Arrayed Speaker Systems (Cluster) If the loudspeakers are operated through the optional K&F C2 System Controller, we recommend turning on the 'Top Low Cut' switch for clustered operation. Thus the fre- quency response for this application can be optimised (see also K&F C2 User's Manual).
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 5.1.2 With rotated Horn Angle 2 Important Horn rotated Angle 3 Standing speaker Angle 1 A smaller angle 3 results in a smaller vertical coverage angle but increases the sound power level.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 6. Wiring The speaker is equipped with two parallel Speakon connectors. Make sure that all units are switched off and all controls are turned down before con- necting your CA systems. −...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 6.2 Avoiding Ground Loops 6.2.1 What is a Ground Loop? Every component of a P.A. or Hi-Fi System has its own internal 0 V reference (ground). This point is often connected to the protective earth connector (PE / Ground). If two or more units are connected to one another with a line level audio cable, there may be a ground connection through the ground of the power supply cable (yellow-green) as well as through the shielding of the audio cable.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 7. Configurations and Connecting Diagrams 7.1 Operating the Systems without C2 Controller The full-range system can be used alone or in conjunction with a K&F sub-woofer with integrated crossover (e.g. SW 112-XO / SW 115D-XO or SW 118E-XO). In this mode of operation the crossover limits the sub-woofer's frequency range.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 7.1.2 Full Range Mode & Subwoofer with Crossover (XO) In this mode of operation you can easily realise applications, where a higher bass level is needed. Recommended combinations of the CA Systems, as described here, with K&F Bass Sys- tems: 2 CA Systems + 2- 4 x SW 112-XO 2 x SW 115D-XO...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 7.2 Operations with C2 Controller By using carefully adjusted filters (EQ) on special system cards for the CA Systems, the C2 Controller optimises feedback prevention and the frequency response of the spea- kers.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 7.2.1 Full-Range Mode with K&F C2 Controller LINK, e.g. to next controller ALL SPEAKONS Front View KLING & FULLRANGE FREITAG SYSTEM BOOST LOW CUT MODE MONO CONTROLLER 1+/1- SOUND SYSTEMS INPUT GAIN GAIN CH1 SUB OUT...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 7.2.2 CA System & Bass with Controller C2 in 2-Way Active Mode For using Subwoofers with XO, set switch on the back to 'XO OFF' LINK, e.g. to next controller ALL SPEAKONS KLING &...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 8. Operating the Speakers − To avoid injury or damage, always be sure to mount the speakers securely so that they do not fall. Speakers, which are stacked, must be secured with safety straps. When laying the connecting cables, make sure that nobody can trip.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 9. Directions for Models with 100V Transformers The Kling & Freitag Speakers are equipped with very high quality toroidal transformers. This minimises negative impact to the sound. High quality sound results can be achieved with 100 V speakers from Kling &...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 10.1.2 Version B (new) CA 1201 and CA 1201-M from serial number 231 0000 20 30 up (as of the end of October 03) Pin assignment Speakon NL4 / XLR KLING &...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 10.2 Wiring Diagram CA 1215-6 and CA 1215 -9 The crossover networks as of the end of 2003 differ from earlier models. Please com- pare the crossover built into your speaker with the figures below and wire accordingly. 10.2.1 Version A (old) CA 1215-6 and CA 1215-6-M up to serial number 23090007055 (before Sept.
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 10.2.2 Version B (new) CA 1215-6 and CA 1215-6-M from serial number 23090007056 up (as of Sept. 03) CA 1215-9 and CA 1215-9-M from serial number 23090002676 up (as of Sept. 03) IN + / link to XO 2 IN - / Link to XO 2 XO 1...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 10.3 Wiring Diagram CA 1515-6 and CA 1515-9 The crossover networks as of the end of 2003 differ from earlier models. Please com- pare the crossover built into your speaker with the figures below and wire accordingly. 10.3.1 Version A (old) XO 1 LF +...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 10.3.2 Version B (new) IN + / link to XO 2 IN - / Link to XO 2 Pin assignment Speakon NL4 / XLR − 11. Touching Up Damage to Paint / Changing the Front Foam Although the PU structured paint used by KLING &...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 12. Technical Specifications 12.1 CA 1201 Design 2-way passive system, bass reflex tuning Frequency range -10 dB 54 Hz - 19 kHz Frequency range ± 3 dB 65 Hz - 18 kHz Coverage angles nominal 90°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 12.2 CA 1215-6 Design 2-way passive system, bass reflex tuning Frequency range -10 dB 62 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency range ± 3 dB 84 Hz - 19 kHz Coverage angles nominal 65°x 50°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 12.3 CA 1215-9 Design 2-way passive system, bass reflex tuning Frequency range -10 dB 58 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency range ± 3 dB 80 Hz - 19 kHz Coverage angles nominal 90°x 50°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 12.4 CA 1515-6 Design 2-way passive system, bass reflex tuning Frequency range -10 dB 47 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency range ± 3 dB 77 Hz - 19 kHz Coverage angles nominal 65°x 50°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 12.5 CA 1515-9 Design 2-way passive system, bass reflex tuning Frequency range -10 dB 58 Hz - 22 kHz Frequency range ± 3 dB 75 Hz - 19 kHz Coverage angles nominal 90°x 50°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 14. Dimensions 14.1 CA 1201, CA 1215-6 and CA 1215-9 189.3 mm [7.451 inch] pole mount K&M 19656 Rigging Points 183.2 mm ANCRA Jungfalk [7.211 inch] 120030-31 378.5 mm 375 mm 189.3 mm [14.903 inch] [14.763 inch]...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 14.3 CA 1515-6 and CA 1515-9 216.8 mm [8.536 inch] Plastic Sliders pole mount Rigging Points K&M 19656 ANCRA Jungfalk 120030-31 433.6 mm 411.3 mm 212.3 mm [17.073 inch] [16.195 inch] [8.358 inch] 73°...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 15. Accessories for the CA Systems Tilt bracket CA 1201/CA 1215 Cradle CA 1201/CA 1215 Tilt bracket CA 1515 Cradle CA 1515 Multi Cradle CA 1201/CA 1215 Wall mount bracket, Multi Cradle CA 1515 adjustable tilt, up to 50 kg Tilt bracket...
User's Manual CA 1201, CA 1215-6 /-9, CA 1515-6 /-9 16. Important Information for the 'Outdoor Installation' Option Although the series 'Outdoor Installation' is optimised for outdoor fixed installations, the speakers should not be exposed to direct weather influence like rain or direct sunlight. Warning The version ‚Outdoor Installation’...
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