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1. y MI MI 19 Physical 16 5 gt e E Lo O O O LO N O ls Y x 90 Weight 47Kg Weight 37Kg Weight 12Kg USER S MANUAL EVER KHd Presets EVER KHTS Presets OVSA Presets OVSA Ki H 75 polar response HORIZONTAL COVERAGE VERTICAL COVERAGE KH polar response HORIZONTAL COVERAGE VERTICAL COVERAGE VERTICAL COVERAGE Close Open USER S MANUAL lex EI RA SUS info k array com M LP e by HP Sound Equipment s r l K array System www k array com Viale Roma 7 i 50037 San Piero a Sieve Firenze Italy tel 39 055 8487222 fax 39 055 8487238 e mail K NOTES lex E RAM ANSIA USER S MANUAL Technical Details Acoustics Power handling Max power Impedance Operating frequency range Frequency range SPL 1W 1mt Maximum SPL Coverage Horizontal Vertical Cross over Type Frequency Transducers Low Mid frequency High frequency Audio Input Connectors Wiring Remote control Input Connectors Power Input Output Connectors Amplifiers Type Power Protections AC power2. CO ION USER S MANUAL le Imma eX Co e Sra 10 POWER SUPPLY amp AUDIO SECTION KH4 KS4 and KH15 modules are using PowerCon connectors for power supply It is possible using the link connector to have more modules on the same power supply line Pay attention to not exceed the maximum powercapability of PowerCon connectors The Audio section includes a female balanced XLR connector and a male XLR connector wired in parallel Thanks to these connectors it is possible to feed a module and to send the same signal to another one through the LINK connector It is possible to connect till 30 different modules in parallel on the same balanced line with a source of 600 ohm output impedance A Level Control potentiometer PAD allows different set levels The ground lift switch can help to solve ground loop problems separating loudspeaker groud from signal cable s ground POWER ON MAIN POWER SWITCH MAIN AC POWER SUPPLY IN INPUT 7 POWER SUPPLY MAIN AC POWER SUPPLY LINK OUT KHA KSA max 6A KH15 max 12A AUDIO LEVEL GROUND CIRCUIT LOOP SWITCH BALANCED AUDIO INPUT INPUT E balanced AUDIO BALANCED AUDIO PARALLEL LINK LINA parallel USER S MANUAL N 4 yu A Jg NEN e Ho NY SVK 74 FP IS 11 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
3. o en EN AY Bar 50000 Forfloorapplications you can set up a maximum of 3 speakers each K feet4 For flying applications you can append a maximum of 4 KH4 each K fly4 13 VARIABLE VERTICAL COVERAGE The KH4 is equipped with 2 driver slides So that you can set up the preferred vertical coverage ofthe speaker 17 37 USER S MANUAL EVER 9000 O O wu O System 2 x KH15 2 x KS4 4x 15 Ax KS4 6x KH15 8x 54 8 x KH15 10 x KS4 System 2x 15 2 x KS4 4x 15 Ax KS4 6x KH15 8x 54 8 x KH15 10 x KS4 K15ARRAY BASE Rotation point Tilt degrees settings to set the same value on each speaker for the right tilt angle 8000 YO ess O oc008W8000 Tr 14 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION KH15 O O O O O O o 10 O O O O oP O LO O O O O 10 amp O O O O O O oQ KH15 System Spl calculations Vert Coverage 19 From 15 to 25 From 15 to 35 From 15 to 45 SPL 1mt 132dB 138dB 2dB 140dB 4dB 144dB 6dB SPL 10mt SPL 20mt SPL o 40mt SPL 80mt 120dB 116dB 110dB 104dB 126dB 122dB 116dB 110dB 128dB 124dB 118dB 112d
4. DS5 DS5 KH4 System Spl calculations System Vert Coverage SPL 1mt 2x KH4 4 x KS4 From 7 to 37 140dB 3dB 4 x KH4 8 x KS4 From 7 to 47 146dB AdB 6 x 12 x KS4 From 7 to 57 150dB 6dB System SPL O 10mtSPL O 20mt SPL O 40mt SPL O 80mt 2 x KH4 4 x KS4 128dB 124dB 118dB 112dB 4 x KH4 8 x 54 134dB 130dB 124dB 118dB 6 x KH4 12 x KS4 138dB 134dB 128dB 122dB KABUTTERFLY KATILTER KPIN Rotation point Rotation point mE vy 08 20 V Rotation point Al O 800 00 O fo A Tilt degrees settings set the same value on each speaker for the Fixing point right tilt angle f CEDIC AJANTIIA ED O IA MANUAL a L U C AGIR EVER 11 1 SYSTEM COVERAGE System 2x KH4 4 KS4 System 6 x KH4 12 KS4 160 150 5 2 140 ma 130 120 110 100 1 1 1 1 100 20 F 100 System 4 x KH4 8 KS4 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 10 20 40 60 70 80 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 DISTANCE mt DISTANCE mt DISTANCE mt 11 2 SHORT INSTALLATION MANUAL KS4 with K4Feet KS4 with K4Butterfly KH4 with K4Butterfly and K4Tilter USER S MANUAL 15 KERN Hx 12 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION on the floor DS 10 10 10
5. Y Crane 6 2 Itis possible to assign names to the groups just writing in the fields ar Array Manager Version 2 1 Systam 7 Freset aroup 33 RAZA Ir cee ID 44 E larl al gt nd at 1 30am Crance KA Cranea enc ne KH15 7 Texteditor Itis available a texteditor on the software it can manages RTF files USER S MANUAL AVISA 8 Master Mute control Itis possible to Mute all the modules connected just pressing Master Mute button To protect from accidental pressing of this button you will need to Unlock by pressing the Unlock button below it Array Manager version 2 02 xl 2 Prezsetaroup W Lite raup res A Ir een gt IE 44 Zange gt Cance amplies aange Caance T 9 Exit option When you choose to exit from the software will appear an alert window that alert you about Unmuting all the modules connected this is important because the Mute function is controlled only by software 10 Save and Load Itis possible to save the speakers configuration for Mute and Preset Groups just Save a CONF file Itis possible to use XLR adapters for connections here below the connection schematic brown white orange green white green white blue blue n N 95 iN O N 00
6. 4 Singlemodulecontrol The colour of the little rectangles into this frame represents the status ofthe loudspeakers Each loudspeaker hasthree rectangles Herethereisthe meaning of the rectangle s colour Click once on the ID modul Two rectangles on top that you want control Both rectangles grey the loudspeaker isnotpresentonthe net Temperature rectangle red one module inside that loudspeaker is Es over temperature Temperature rectangle green all modules inside that loudspeaker haveagoodtemperature Protection Fail rectangle red at least one module inside that loudspeakeris in protection Temperature rectangle green all modules inside that loudspeaker are working properly Temperature rectangle black if this rectangle is black it means that the loudspeaker is not responding 501 The main causes of this malfunction are loss of power supply and loss of serial connection between the hub and the loudspeaker Check the hardware If this rectangle is black will be black also the Protection Fail Protection Fail rectangle black see gt o eoe Teneo zm gehen above Ec f RO Module status panel rese slots on the The remaining rectangle Is related to the mute function if red the related 1 S T loudspeaker isin mute status USER S MANUAL AVISA Array Mana
7. USER S MANUAL AVISA 9 REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 1 Toconnectthe K array modules toa PC itis needed aRS485 USB adapter we recommend the K USB adapter pic 1 K USB USB to RS485 adapter Connectthe K usbtoaPCandinstallthe drivers required included inthe CD ROM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Operating systems Win98 98SE Me 2000 XP Vista Minimum requirements CPU 300 MHz RAM 128Mb Recommended requirements RAM 512Mb 2 InstalltheK array control software from installer inthe CD ROM 2 1 Start the Karray manager V2from Windows Start Software Karray manager V2 P 3 by HP prrieril Yersiur 2 0 K APFaY contro Control 2 2 Click on NO when ask for demo mode start Pak Array Manager Yersion 2 0 2 File System Y Settings lol xj Change Say Ld 2 3 Clickon System Settings to configure which COM portuse the COM port of K USB usually isthe higher number Ifyoudon tfind you can check it on windows control panel system hardware COM Port USER S MANUAL ESCALA W Ev SAA O 3 1D setting On this bars you can see all the Pressing this button you can have a modules connected in your net refresh ofthe modules connected S FROM PC OR PREVIOUS MODULE Array Maaer Versiun 240 2 lis C TO NEXT MODULE ADDRESS FOR REMOTE CONTROL PRESET LOADED ADDRESS X 10 ADDRESS X 1 RESET BUTTON PRESET SCROLL gt
8. 2000 w 250 w 40 40 160 160 60 Hz 19 KHz preset relating 70 HZ 20 KHz 3dB preset relating 99 dB low mid 113 dB high 130 dB continuos 136 dB 120 15 DSP controlled preset relating 1 2 KHz minimum preset relating 2 x 8 Neodymium speakers with 3 voice coil 2 x 1 Neodymium planar wave drivers with 1 75 voice coil male female parallel 3 poles balanced XLR Pin1 ground Pin2 hot Pin3 cold 2 x female 8 poles RJ45 2 x PowerCon IN OUT max OUT 12A 1 modules class D DSP controlled 750 W x 2 channels on 4 ohm 250 W on 8 Dynamic limiter over current over temp short circuits 115 230 V 3 6 2 2 A 230 V 6A gt 10 sec 12A lt 1 sec 115 10A gt 10 sec 20 lt 1sec 56 25 16cm 12Kg Notes for data 1 Power handling is measured following AES standard conditions transducers driven continuously for two hours with a band limited noise signal having 6 dB of crest factor 2 Max power is the maximum RMS applicable power for a musical signal the referement signal is the one proposed by ElAJ standard 3 Recommended maximum operating frequency range Response depends on loading conditions and room acoustics 4 Free field measured with 1 3 octave frequency resolution at 2 mt 5 Measured 4 mt then scaled 1 mt 6 Measured with audio source 1 mt 7 This is the frequency in which the transducers produce the same sound pressure level
9. 5 Measured 4 mt then scaled 1 mt 6 Measured with audio source 1 mt 7 This is the frequency in which the transducers produce the same sound pressure level measured 2 mt 8 Amplifier wattage rating is based on the maximum unclipped burst sine wave RMS voltage that the amplifier will produce into the nominal load impedance Technical Details Acoustics Power handling Max power Impedance Operating frequency range Frequency range SPL 1W 1mt Maximum SPL Coverage Horizontal Vertical Cross over Type Frequency Transducers Low Mid frequency Audio Input Connectors Wiring Remote control Input Connectors Power Input Connectors Amplifiers Type Power Protections AC power Operating range Nom Max continuos and burst current Physical Measures Weight 4000 w 6000 8 40 45 Hz 120 Hz preset relating 30 HZ 150 Hz 3dB preset relating 103 dB 132 dB continuos 138 dB peak measured with 6 units related to 1 120 120 DSP controlled preset relating 150 Hz max suggested preset relating 8 x 10 High excursion neodymium speakers with 2 voice coil male female parallel 3 poles balanced XLR ground Pin2 hot Pin3 cold 2 x female 8 poles 45 2 x PowerCon IN OUT max OUT 6A 4 modules class D DSP controlled 500 watts x 8 channels on 4 ohm 4000 watt total Dynamic limiter over current over temp short circuits 115 23
10. Operating range Nom Max continuos and burst current Physical Measures Weight 3600 w 400 5000 w 700 6x40 1x80 1x60 60 Hz 19 KHz 3dB preset relating 40 HZ 20 KHz 3dB preset relating 105 dB low mid 113 dB high 1 114 dB high 2 139 dB continuos 145 dB 120 mechanically variable from 7 to 37 DSP controlled preset relating 1 2 KHz minimum preset relating 12x 8 Neodymium speakers with 2 5 voice coil 5x 1 Neodymium planar wave drivers with 1 75 voice coil male female parallel 3 poles balanced XLR 1 ground Pin2 hot Pins cold 2 x female 8 poles RJ45 2 x PowerCon IN OUT max OUT 6A 4 modules class D DSP controlled 500 watts x 8 channels on 4 ohm 4000 watt total Dynamic limiter over current over temp short circuits 115 230 V 7 2 4 4A 230V 12A gt 10 sec 24 1 sec 115V 20A gt 10 sec 40 lt 1sec 112x 60x 16cm 47 Kg Notes for data 1 Power handling is measured following AES standard conditions transducers driven continuously for two hours with a band limited noise signal having 6 dB of crest factor 2 Max power is the maximum RMS applicable power for a musical signal the referement signal is the one proposed by ElAJ standard 3 Recommended maximum operating frequency range Response depends on loading conditions and room acoustics 4 Free field measured with 1 3 octave frequency resolution at 2 mt
11. amplifier modules and the rest ofthe audio equipment connected to it mixing consoles processors etc must be connected to the AC power distribution inaproperway preserving AC line polarity and connecting earth ground suchthatall grounding points connected to a single node or common point using the same cable gauge as the neutral and line s cables Bad grounding connections between speakers and the rest of the audio system may produce noise hum and or serious damage to the input output stages inthe system s electronic equipment CAUTION Before applying AC to any K array self powered speaker be sure that the voltage potential difference between neutral and earth ground is less than 5 VAC 3 VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS The KH4 or KS4 operates safely and without audio discontinuity if the AC voltage stays within either of two operating windows 95 125 voltage selector 115 V or 195 250 V voltage selector on 230 at 50 or 60 Hz KH15 is default set to be connected to 230 V AC The device hasn t any external voltage selector so to change this value please contact an authorized technical assistance center KH4 amp KS4 The device is default set to be connectedto 230 V AC Power To use the device on a 115 V AC Power you need before connecting it to move the voltage selector s cover just loosening the two screws and to choose the correct use voltage by the red switch Be sure that both voltage set on the selector and AC Powe
12. of regular inspection and maintenance In touring applications key components must be inspected be for eachuse REPLACEMENT PARTS Any component found to be defective or any safety related component you even suspect might be defective should be replaced with the equivalent approved part Parts specific to a K array system should be ordered directly from HP Sound Equipment No attempt should be made to substitute what appears to be equivalent or mostly the same generic replacements To the best of our knowledge most of these suppliers are reputable and their products are reliable However HP Sound Equipment has no way of assuring the quality of products made by these various suppliers Therefore HP Sound Equipmentis responsible for problems caused by components that were not supplied by HP Sound Equipment SNS 17 DEFAULT SPEAKERS PRESETS 0 E O N JO NO KH15 A A S4 KH15F KH15M KH15H KH15Q KH15IN KH15VX KH15GN KH15FLP KH15MP KH15HP KH15F KH15M KH15H KH15Q KH15IN KH15VX H4 54 102 KS4XT45 KSAXT12 KS4101 KS4F02 1 KS4F02 2 KS4F02 3 KS4XT200 USER S MANUAL Flat Mid High Hi Hat EQ Warm indoor EQ Speech EQ or BG music Flat Studio EQ Flat PAD AdB Mid PAD AdB High PAD AdB Flat Indoor EQ Mid Mid PAD 4dB High High PAD 4dB Hi Hat EQ Hi Hat EQ PAD AdB fullrange preset Preset na
13. 0 V 7 2 4 4A 230V 12A gt 10 sec 24 1 sec 115V 20A gt 10 sec 40 lt 1sec 112x 60x16cm 37 Kg Notes for data 1 Power handling is measured following AES standard conditions transducers driven continuously for two hours with a band limited noise signal having 6 dB of crest factor 2 Max power is the maximum RMS applicable power for a musical signal the referement signal is the one proposed by ElAJ standard 3 Recommended maximum operating frequency range Response depends on loading conditions and room acoustics 4 Free field measured with 1 3 octave frequency resolution at 2 mt 5 Measured 4 mt then scaled 1 mt 6 Measured with audio source 1 mt 7 This is the frequency in which the transducers produce the same sound pressure level measured 2 mt 8 Amplifier wattage rating is based on the maximum unclipped burst sine wave RMS voltage that the amplifier will produce into the nominal load impedance Technical Details Acoustics Power handling Max power Impedance Operating frequency range Frequency range SPL 1W 1mt Maximum SPL Coverage Horizontal Vertical Cross over Type Frequency Transducers Low Mid frequency High frequency Audio Input Connectors Wiring Remote control Input Connectors Power Input Connectors Amplifiers Type Power Protections AC power Operating range Nom Max continuos and burst current Physical Measures Weight 1500 w 160
14. B 132dB 128dB 122dB 116dB K15BUTTERFLY 0000 0 0000 RAGE A in AMANN point Rotation point Tilt degrees settings to set the same value on each speaker for the right tilt angle EVER 15 SUSPENDING MANUAL CAUTION Please read this statement carefully and in its entirety It contains important information regarding safety issues including guidelines for general safe use of rigging systems as well as advisories on government regulations and liability laws SCOPE OF THISMANUAL Although this manual contains much useful information on rigging in general it does not claim to be a comprehensive resource on the subject This manual assumes that the owners and or users of a K array System are knowledgeable and experienced in the areas of rigging and flying loudspeaker systems MANY ISSUES OF CRUCIAL CONCERN SUCH AS THE DETERMINATION OF APPROPRIATENESS AND CONDITION OF VENUE RIGGING POINTS CANNOT BE ADDRESSED HERE THEREFORE THE USER MUST ASSUME ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE APPROPRIATE USE OF K ARRAY SYSTEMS IN ANY PARTICULAR LOCATION OR CIRCUMSTANCE The suspension of large heavy objects in public places is subject to numerous laws and regulations at the national federal state provincial and local levels This manual does not address the specifics of any such applicable laws and government regulations This manual details procedures and practices consistent with those generally acknowledged as allowable and safe in Eur
15. USER S MANUAL NM al SOM Array Line KH4G KS4 KH15 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance istructions in theaccompanyingliterature Readthe manual To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect the amplifier from the AC mains before installing audio cable Reconnect the power cord only after making all signal connections Connect the amplifier to a two pole three wire grounding mains receptacle The receptacle must be connected to a fuse or circuit breaker Connection to any other type of receptacle poses a shock hazard and may violate local electrical codes Do not install the amplifier in wet or humid locations without using weather protection Do not allow water or any foreign object to get inside the amplifier Do not put objects containing liquid on or near the unit To reduce the risk of overheating the amplifier avoid exposing it to direct sunlight Do not install the unit near heat emitting appliances such as a room heater or stove The amplifier should be placed so that its location does not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed carpet or similar surface that may create an obstacle for the ventilation openings This amplifier contains potentially haza
16. e will have the same address Two rotary encoders allow you to set the desired address number that will appear on the top line of the display Using the remote control software itis possible to mute each system selecta desired preset loaded on board or download a new preset pack Forremote control operation please referto REMOTE CONTROLAND SOFTWARE MANUAL in the next pages FROM OR PREVIOUS MODULE REMOTE 38485 TO NEXT MODULE ADDRESS FOR REMOTE CONTROL PRESET LOADED ADDRESS X 10 ADDRESS 1 RESET BUTTON PRESET SCROLL EN P 8 1 Cloner function amp preset systems It is possible to clone the entire presets bank from Speaker to Speaker without any PC connected We will call SpeakerA the one with the presets bank that you want clone and SpeakerB the one that will be upgraded Set the SpeakerA on ID 99 will appear CLONER on the display Keep SpeakerB on any ID number between 10 and 90 Turn off both the speakers and connect by a RJ45 8 poles cable Turn on the SpeakerB and after the SpeakerA SpeakerA will start to clone on the display will appear a cont down 00 15 01 15 etc Wait till 20 seconds after 15 15 Change the ID of the SpeakerA to any other ID and turn off both Speakers Turning on the SpeakerA check that it is on mode 16x16 and NOT 4x4 If SpeakerA is in mode 4x4 just turn off the speaker and keep press the Preset button during the turning on The preset are cloned to the SpeakerB
17. een compressed designed to give precise answers to precise needs K Array systems are driven by new generation digital with power dimension weight ratios that are engines ten times better than any other professional products these systems can be remotely controlled and come with a lot of on board software K array systems can shape their performance following your Inside K array systems you will find taste and needs array can offer the best in something that only K Mar E re Fre hae RI ee a GE an rr a ge a a ar RO a y ELI le oa SS pt eL EE T DES tat e pa a DE Marae Tey 7 o aia re RP Dae RI al E ar P ru RP LE ler n ar ae ri ram a as ae IT EHE Ie LUE EH TET beet te POLT ate Sats m en o a a ET eim i Re ET designed and produced technology proudly conceived Don t claim performance in Italy If they were cars they would be Ferrari agree to pay for a simple brand and don t believe those who maintain that these products are only for few people the only truth is that but affordable and within K array systems are unique everybody s reach a ln HP Sound Equipment EVER 2 AC POWER DISTRIBUTION All
18. ger Versinn 2 0 2 cu x Ale System 7 am Module status panel IL Preset names you can change it from the area onthe right E gO Mute Module Select the preset number write Module details the name maximum 5 characters press the Send With this button you can load presets from PC to the button module you have to press choose the slot that you want use and select the EQS file that you want to load 5 Mute groups On the Mute Groups window can manage the modules Mute as groups up to 4 different 5 1 Choosethe modules fromthelistonthe right Press the right arrow ofthe group that you prefer to add the modules Array Manager 7 1 7 File Sysle 7 lei xl Hute raup Ir 20 15744 gt ampliar Kobra 5 2 Itis possible to assign names to the groups just writing in the fields USER S MANUAL ANSIA 6 Presetgroups Onthe Preset Groups window you can manage the modules Presets as groups upto 4 different 6 1 Choosethe modules fromthe liston the right Presstherightarrow ofthe groupthat you prefer to add the modules Selectthe number ofthe preset you wantto choose after press Change button ar Array Manager Version 2 1 Fils Systm 7 Prezsetaroup 33 Frese A Ir decir ee 44 Zange Crance KA amplies
19. he hook can be open to interpretation Touring system operators should double check to make certain that attachment points are approved and suitably load rated and that the points used are those identified as such by the venue owner or operator CAUTION As an extra precaution careful inspection of the attachment points is advised before flying particularly in older venues or those hosting frequent events using large sound and lighting systems In any case K array systems are intended only for suspension from approved rigging points each known to have ample safe working loads margins for the system components suspended below them SNS 16 MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE The K array flying systems are an assembly of mechanical devices and are therefore subject to wear and tear over prolonged use as well as damage from corrosive agents extreme impact or inappropriate use Such inspection includes examination of all load bearing components for any sign of undue wear twisting buckling cracking rusting or other corrosion Metal seams and welds should be examined for any sign of separation or deformation HP Sound Equipment strongly recommends that written documentation be maintained on each K array flying system noting date of inspection name of inspector points of system checked and any anomalies discovered CAUTION Because of the safety issue involved users must adopt and ad here to a schedule
20. measured 2 mt 8 Amplifier wattage rating is based on the maximum unclipped burst sine wave RMS voltage that the amplifier will produce into the nominal load impedance
21. mes indicates Speaker model The number of speakers installed Position of the speaker to the others Code and preset release Example KH432F01 Preset for KH4 speaker 3 x KH4 per side central position second one from the top EQ F1 flat rev1 Array Configuration x 2 speakers 1 position from top Array Configuration x 2 speakers 2 position from top Array Configuration x 3 speakers 1 position from top Array Configuration x 3 speakers 2 position from top Array Configuration x 3 speakers 3 position from top Flat Indoor EQ Flat preset Extended low frequencies preset Emphasis at 120Hz For stand alone applications Flat preset with 1ms delay Flat preset with 2ms delay Flat preset with 3ms delay Extended at 200Hz EVER 18 Details amp Accessories 139 dB 1mt MAX Continuous Spl 136 dB 1mt MAX Continuous Spl 15 130 dB imt MAX Continuous Spl 100 19 000 Hz Frequency Range 3dB 38 150 Hz Frequency Range 3dB 100 19 000 Hz Frequency Range 3dB 100 Nominal Horizontal Coverage 100 Nominal Horizontal Coverage 100 Nominal Horizontal Coverage KBUTTERFLY4 KBUTTERFLY4 KBUTTERFLY15 V Os V Os Base 0 5 10 10 5 O BASE E 80027 O gt d 80027 LOO gt 0 A Os O A A Os O A KFLYA KFLV15 YEAR o AY Mama ho
22. ns The maximum continuous RMS currentis the maximum RMS current in a period of at least ten seconds It is used to calculate the temperature increase in cables which is used to select cables that conform to electrical code standards It is also used to select the cable size and gauge and the rating for slow reacting thermal breakers The maximum burst RMS current is the maximum RMS current in a period of approximately one second It is used to select the rating for magnetic breakers The maximum instantaneous peak current during burst is used to select the rating for fast reacting magnetic breakers For best performance the AC Cable voltage drop should not exceed 10 at 115V and 5 at 230V The minimum electrical service amperage required by a system of KH4 or KS4 is the sum of their maximum continuous RMS current We recommend allowing an additional 30 above the minimum amperage to prevent peak voltage drops at the service entry KH4 and KS4 Current Rating KH15 Current Rating 115 VAC 20A Max Continuous RMS 115 VAC 10A Max Continuous RMS 230 VAC 10A Max Continuous RMS 230 VAC 6A Max Continuous RMS 115 VAC Nom 7 2A 115 VAC Nom 3 6A 230 VAC Nom 4 4A 230 VAC Nom 2 2A 9 POWER CONNECTOR WIRING CONVENTIONS The KH4 or KS4 requires a grounded outlet It is very important that the system be properly grounded for both safety and proper operation CAUTION The KH4 or KS4 requires a ground connection CAUTION D
23. o not operate the unit if the power cables are frayed or broken CAUTION Keep all liquids away from the KH4 or KS4 amplifiers to avoid hazards from electrical shocks REHM EVER 6 CONNECTIONS The KH4 or KS4 presents a 10k ohm balanced input impedance to a three pin XLR connector with the following connectors pint Ground pin2 Signal pin3 Signal CAUTION Shorting an input connector pin to the case can form a ground loop and cause hum Use standard audio cables with XLR connectors for balanced signal sources Make sure that pin 1 shield is always connected on both ends ofthe cable If abnormal noises suchas hiss and popping are produced by the loudspeaker disconnect the audio cable from the speaker Ifthe noise stops then most likely the problem is not with the loudspeaker Check the audio cable source and AC power forthe source ofthe problem Audio signals can be easy chained using the loop output connector on the user panel of the KH4 or 54 A single source can drive multiple KH4 or KS4 with a paralleled input loop creating an unbuffered hard wired loop connection When driving multiple KH4 or KS4 an array make certain that the source device can drive the total load impedance presented by the paralleled input circuit of the array The audio source must be capable of producing a minimum of not distorted 20 dBV 10 Vrms into 600 ohms The maximum peak SPL over the operating bandwidth of the l
24. ope However the user must assume responsibility for making sure that use of any K array system and its components in any particular circumstance or venue conforms to all applicable laws and regulations in force at the time REGULATORY COMPLIANCE The design and safe working load ratings of the K array system unless otherwise specified are based on either a 5 1 or 7 1 safety factor However there are wide variations internationally in the regulations and practices applying to suspension of sound systems in public places Government officials in one location may have a stricter interpretation than another local official even when operating under the same regulations and in the same legal jurisdiction CONSEQUENTLY USERS OF K array RIGGING SYSTEMS SHOULD BE PREPARED TO TAKE ADDITIONAL SAFETY ASSURANCE MEASURES BEYOND THOSE OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL IN ALL CASES IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT ANY K array LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM IS SUSPENDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE NATIONAL FEDERAL STATE PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL REGULATIONS SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES ABOVE THE HOOK In most touring applications of rigging systems the touring sound provider is normally responsible for ensuring the safety of the suspension system only below the attachment point The safety and suitability of the attachment point is generally seen as the responsibility of the venue owner or operator However this distinction above the hook versus below t
25. oudspeaker is generated by 4dB input signal 1 230 V rms 7 AMPLIFICATION AND PROTECTION CIRCUITRY The KH4 or KS4 is powered by the K array power amplifiers a high power eight channel digital amplifiers 500 watts ch RMS with a total power of 4000 watts All the specific functions for the KH4 or KS4 such as crossovers frequency phase response and driver protection are determined by a DSP processor installed inside the amplifier All K array loudspeakers are shipped with the drivers correct alignment However if a driver needs to be replaced make sure the replacement is reinstalled with the correct polarity Incorrect driver polarity impairsthe system performance and may damagethe drivers SNS 8 DSPCONTROL amp REMOTE CONTROL KH4 KS4 and KH15 have a powerful DSP that manages all the functions of the speakers Each system can store on board 16 preset that can be recalled pushing the PRESET button Once the preset will appear on the lower line of the display it will become automatically available after few seconds If you desire to set a preset as default you just need once selected it to keep pressed for five seconds the PRESET button After that this preset will automatically be recall each time you will switch on your module It is also possible to remote each module by an RS485 serial port In order to remote your system you need to set each module on a different address so that in your chain no one modul
26. r have the same value Always close the voltage selector s cover before connecting the device to AC Power Change the label that points out the correct voltage in use 230V SETTING CAUTION Connecting a 115V system on a 230V AC Power causes heavy damages to the device and serious risk for users WHEN YOU SWITCH ON THE UNIT The main power supply slowly ramps ont he green display on the user panel lights up and the green leds on the left side lights upflashing indicatingthatthesystemisenabledandreadytoprocessaudiosignals CAUTION NOTE If the Display does not illuminate or the It is recommend that the supply be operated in the system does not respond to audio input rated voltage windows at least a few volts away after ten seconds remove AC power from the turn on off points so that small AC voltage immediately Verify that the voltage is variations do not cause the amplifier to cycle on and within the proper range If the problem off persists please contact HP Sound Equipment or an authorized service center USER S MANUAL REHM EVER 4 CURRENT REQUIREMENTS The KH4 or KS4 presents a dynamic load to the mains which causes the amount of current to fluctuate between quiet and loud operating levels Since different cables and circuit breakers heat up at varying rates itis essential to understand the types of current ratings and how they correspond to circuit breaker and cable specificatio
27. rdous voltages Do not attempt to disassemble the unit The unit contains no user serviceable parts Repairs should be performed only by factory trained service personnel STAR TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 INTRODUCTION AC Power Distribution Voltage Requirements Current Requirements Power connector wiring Connections Signal processing amp Power stage DSP 8 REMOTE control REMOTE control software Power supply amp audio section System configurations 11 1 System coverage 11 2 Short installation manual System configurations on floor Variable vertical coverage System configurations KH15 Suspending manual Maintenance of the system Default speaker presets Details amp Accessories Physical Presets KH15 Presets KS4 Presets Polar response NOTES KH4 Technical data KS4 Technical data KH15 Technical data EVER D D UD UD UD D D D D D DU vv 5 3 4 4 13 14 15 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 INTRODUCTION K array is the new voice that sings aloud outside and whose performance is better than the choir any other products Born on the road in the PA where you get no discount you have to give world your best as fast as you can often with a budget K Array systems have b
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