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Rigging Manual - Scandec Systemer

1. ISO 12100 1 2004 when SOUNDVISION software does not indicate any stress warning A Mechanical safety of the shackles The bow shackles 2mm and 19mm provided by L ACOUSTICS have a working load limit WLL of respectively 1000 kg and 3250 kg with a 6 1 safety factor These ratings are in accordance with BGV Cl 2012 recommendations when implementing the maximum configurations authorized L ACOUSTICS Mechanical safety of the rigging system Before any installation always model the system in SOUNDVISION and check the Mechanical Data section for any stress warning or stability warning 2 2 Assessing mechanical safety In order to assess the actual safety of any array configuration before implementation refer to the following warnings Rated working load limit WLL is not enough The rated WLL is an indication of the element resistance to tensile stress For complex mechanical systems such as loudspeaker arrays WLLs cannot be used per se to determine the maximum number of enclosures within an array or to assess the safety of a specific array configuration Mechanical modeling with SOUNDVISION The working load applied to each linking point along with the corresponding safety factor will depend on numerous variables linked to the composition of the array type and number of enclosures splay angles and the implementation of the flying or stacking structure number and location of flying points site angle This cannot b
2. A laser support plate has been integrated to the M BUMP and the KARA MINIBU for the optional installation of the TEQSAS LAP TEQ inclinometer The LAP TEQ is a remote control device which is part of the L ACOUSTICS TECH TOOLCASE LAP TEQ inclinometer installed on the M BUMP left or the KARA MINIBU right Q Required material Electric screwdriver with torque selector T20 Torx bit 7 mm hex key Put the or KARA MINIBU with identification plate right side up Undo the four Torx bolts on the laser support plate T 20 bit 7 mm hex key Place the LAP TEQ on the laser support plate with laser lens towards the front laser slit verifying nothing obstructs the slit opening Drive the four Torx bolts into the holes of the inclinometer and the plate T20 bit 7 mm hex key 3 N m 27 in b Calibrating the LAP TEQ Refer to the manufacturer instructions in LACOUSTICS TECH TOOLCASE In addition to the handheld inclinometer available in the TOOLCASE an XLR3 cable is needed APPENDIX D SAFETY PIN MECHANISM ON SHACKLES A Securing the shackle ALWAYS put the safety pin in locked position to secure an assembly SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM Document reference 5818 RM EN 1 0 Distribution date September 25 2012 2012 L ACOUSTICS All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the express written
3. MINIBU Option and Option 2 are for KARA standalone array only and are not presented in this document Option 3 motor point shackle or CLAMP250 at a variable position 17 holes 2 rigging positions when attaching the structure to an enclosure front or rear extension 34 discrete setting choices for which the angle value depends on the number of enclosures With an 5818 array in any configuration hole 15 will always provide the closest value to 0 Option 4 2 motor points 2 shackles at front and rear positions holes and 17 spacing 407 mm 16 inch 2 rigging positions when attaching the structure to an enclosure front or rear extension gt Lock the front motor at the intended height for the array gt Adjust the rear point height to achieve the intended site angle Z 28 OOOELOE gt rom Q Ms d SS Hole numbering for KARA MINIBU KARA MINIBUEX i Front or rear extension SOUNDVISION software When modeling a system in SOUNDVISION software the rear extension of any rigging frame is indicated by inv following the frame name in the Global Settings section of the Loudspeaker Data window SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM APPENDIX INSTALLING THE INCLINOMETER
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5. hole s corresponding to the chosen flying option and providing the desired site angle see modeling in SOUNDVISION and APPENDIX B needed install a laser device on the laser plate see APPENDIX gt PROCEDURE Preparing the KARA MINIBU flying structure 05 A MINIBUEX stud being inserted The MINIBUEX KARA MINIBU assembly being secured into a KARA MINIBU stud on one side with 3 hex screws M8 x 25 mm and 3 nuts 12 bow shackle CLAMP250 The KARA MINIBU flying structure ready being attached being attached Option 4 see APPENDIX B SB18 1 0 wWWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 APPENDIX M BUMP FLYING OPTIONS Site angle calculation Refer to the modeling in SOUNDVISION software to determine the site angle of an array and the corresponding rigging option for the flying structure L ACOUSTICS recommends 5 different rigging options for the M BUMP flying structure It is possible to use 0 or 2 M BAR and or 2 motor points The orientation of the M BAR when attaching it to the M BUMP will determine if the configuration is in front or rear extension Option 1 motor point e shackle at 3 possible positions front center rear e 3 discrete setting choices for which the angle value depends on the number of enclosures Option 2 2 motor points 2 shackles at fixed front and rear positions spaci
6. 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 WWW L ACOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Read this manual Heed all SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS as well as DANGER and OBLIGATION warnings Never incorporate equipment or accessories not approved by L ACOUSTICS Read all the related PRODUCT INFORMATION documents before exploiting the system The product information document is included in the shipping carton of the related system component Work with qualified personnel for rigging the system Installation should only be carried out by qualified personnel that are familiar with the rigging techniques and safety recommendations outlined in this manual Ensure personnel health and safety During installation and set up personnel must wear protective headgear and footwear at all times Under no circumstances personnel is allowed to climb on a loudspeaker assembly Respect the Working Load Limit WLL of third party equipment L ACOUSTICS is not responsible for any rigging equipment and accessories provided by third party manufacturers Verify that the Working Load Limit WLL of the suspension points chain hoists and all additional hardware rigging accessories is respected Respect the maximum configurations and the recommended safety level For safety issue respect the maximum configurations outlined in this manual To check the conformity of any configur
7. _ _ 12 D Preparing the KARA MINIBU flying 3 APPENDIX M BUMP FLYING OPTIONS 14 APPENDIX KARA MINIBU FLYING OPTIONS 16 APPENDIX C INSTALLING THE LAP TEQ INCLINOMETER 17 APPENDIX D SAFETY PIN MECHANISM ON SHACKLES 17 SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 1 RIGGING SYSTEM The system approach developed by L ACOUSTICS consists in providing packaged solutions for loudspeaker system in order to guarantee the highest and most predictable level of performance at any step modeling installation and operation An L ACOUSTICS loudspeaker system is the set of components available to form any loudspeaker system based on one of the full range loudspeaker enclosure afforded by L ACOUSTICS It includes enclosures rigging accessories loudspeaker cables amplified controllers and software applications The 5818 subwoofer is especially adapted to the following systems KUDO KARA KIVA KILO and to the coaxial XT enclosures from L ACOUSTICS It extends the low frequency response of a loudspeaker system down to 32 Hz The main components involved in the 5818 rigging process are the following l Loudspeaker enclosure 5818 Compact subwoofer with captive rigging system 1 2 Rigging elements M BUMP Frame for flying or ground stacking a vertical 5818 and or KARA array provided with 2 bow shackles 19mm 4 round
8. ation in regards with the safety level recommended by L ACOUSTICS model the system in SOUNDVISION and refer to the warnings in Mechanical Data section Be cautious when flying a loudspeaker array Always verify that no one is standing underneath the loudspeaker array when it is being raised As the array is being raised check each individual element to make sure that it is securely fastened to the adjacent element Never leave the array unattended during the installation process As a general rule LLACOUSTICS recommends the use of safety slings at all times Be cautious when ground stacking a loudspeaker array Do not stack the loudspeaker array on unstable ground or surface the array is stacked on a structure platform or stage always check that the latter can support the total weight of the array As a general rule L ACOUSTICS recommends the use of safety straps at all times Take into account the wind effects on dynamic load When a loudspeaker assembly is deployed in an open air environment wind can produce dynamic stress to the rigging components and suspension points the wind force exceeds 6 bft Beaufort scale lower down and or secure the loudspeaker array 5818 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this document DANGER This symbol indicates a potential risk of harm to an individual or damage to the product It can also notify the user about instructions that must be
9. e determined without the complex mechanical modeling and calculation offered by SOUNDVISION Assessing the safety with SOUNDVISION The overall safety factor of a specific mechanical configuration always corresponds to the lowest safety factor among all the linking points Always model the system configuration with the SOUNDVISION software and check the Mechanical Data section to identify the weakest link and its corresponding working load By default a stress warning will appear when the mechanical safety goes below the recommended safety level Safety of ground stacked arrays in SOUNDVISION For ground stacked arrays a distinct stability warning is implemented in SOUNDVISION It indicates a tipping hazard when the array is not secured to the ground stage or platform It is user responsibility to secure the array and to ignore this warning Consideration must be given to unusual conditions SOUNDVISION calculations are based upon usual environmental conditions A higher safety factor is recommended with factors such as extreme high or low temperatures strong wind prolonged exposition to salt water etc Always consult a rigging specialist to adopt safety practices adapted to such a situation F amp F gt gt SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 3 1 SYSTEM SET UP Dismantling an array Apply the associated set up procedure in reversed order Independent or mixed This document only deals with independent ri
10. g platform Attaching the KARA MINIBU flying structure to 5818 SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 B Preparing the M BUMP stacking platform Q Required material 14 mm amp 16 mm hex keys Q Attach two M JACK to each of the two M BARs a Remove both shackles from each M BAR keeping the safety pins and the bolts Refer to APPENDIX D for information about the safety pin mechanism b At both ends of each M BAR align the M JACK hole with the second M BAR hole and secure with the bolt nut and safety pin previously removed from one of the shackles Attach both M BAR M JACK assemblies to the M BUMP a Place an M BUMP at the rigging location with the identification plate right side up b Remove both T BLP from each M BAR c Place one M BAR on each side of the M BUMP frame by inserting the M BAR studs into the M BUMP slits n Choosing between the front or rear extension At this step install both M BAR the same way i e protruding at the front or the rear of the M BUMP for front or rear extension respectively The identification plate is the reference for the front of the array the laser slit being oriented towards the audience d Secure the assembly by inserting the T BLP previously removed from the two M BAR Place che platform at the stacking location in the correct orientation with the on the floor 9 Adjust the hei
11. gging of the 5818 subwoofer enclosure When using the 5818 enclosure as a companion to a main system some combined configurations will imply the set up of mixed arrays At this point it is especially the case of KARA SBI8 arrays Always refer to the rigging manual of the main system or enclosure to get acquainted with the rigging procedures specific to the mixed main sub arrays Cardioid configuration The cardioid configuration is in an array of 4 subwoofers with reversed element Refer to the subwoofer user manual for details about the CARDIOID operating mode Any of the following arrangements can be set in cardioid configuration Ground stacking Vertical Option Stacked on the floor Option 2 Platform stacked gt Place and attach the enclosures on gt Prepare the M BUMP top of each other logo down stacking platform Refer to PROCEDURE A Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Place and attach a first 5818 logo up to the platform Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Place and attach the enclosures T jJ logo up top of each other Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Set vertical stacks side by side one after the other by placing and attaching the 5818 enclosures on top of each other logo down Refer to PROCEDURE A On end gt Place the 5818 enclosures side by side SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 3 2 Flying A Truss clamping B
12. ghts of the four to set the platform in perfect horizontal position a Unscrew the locking nut on each M JACK 16 mm hex key b Place a handled inclinometer included in the TECH TOOLCASE on the platform and rotate the 4 M JACK knobs to adjust the platform in the horizontal position Tips i In case of resistance when turning the knob use a 14 mm hex key to turn the base nut Lock each M JACK height by firmly screwing the locking nut 16 mm hex key SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM gt PROCEDURE Preparing the M BUMP stacking platform Base nut M JACK height being adjusted The M BUMP stacking platform ready for the enclosures SB18 RM_EN_1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 C Preparing the M BUMP flying structure Refer to the modeling in SOUNDVISION and to APPENDIX A to choose the flying option for the M BUMP structure determining the number of M BAR 0 or 2 and their rigging position rear or front extension A or Depending the chosen flying option attach one two shackles to the M BAR s in hole s providing the desired site angle needed for the chosen flying option attach one or two M BAR to the M BUMP a Remove both pins from the b Place the M BAR s on the M BUMP by inserting the M BAR studs into the M BUMP slits c Secure the assembly by re inserti
13. ng 400 mm 15 inch gt Lock the front motor at the intended height for the array gt Adjust the rear point height to achieve the intended site angle Option 3 motor point shackle at a variable position 17 holes M BAR at 4 possible positions rear or front extension A or 68 discrete setting choices for which the angle value depends on the number of enclosures Option 4 2 motor points e 2 shackles at fixed front and rear positions holes 0 and 16 spacing 900 mm 35 inch e M BAR at 4 possible positions rear or front extension A or B gt Lock the front motor at the intended height for the array gt Adjust the rear point height to achieve the intended site angle Option 5 2 motor points e 2 shackles at the same hole number constant spacing 663 mm 26 inch but a variable position 17 holes e 2 at 4 possible positions rear or front extension 68 discrete setting choices for which the angle value depends on the number of enclosures 1 Option 2 vs Option 4 Both Option 2 and Option 4 offer a setting choice among a continuous range of angle values Option 4 in rear extension enlarges the setting range for negative site angles Option 4 in front extension enlarges the setting range for positive site angles 1 Front or rear extension SOUNDVISION software When modeling a system in SOUNDVISION software the rear extension of any rigging frame is indicated by i
14. ng the pins previously removed from the M BAR s needed install a laser device on the laser plate see APPENDIX D gt PROCEDURE C Assembling the M BUMP flying structure A 19mm bow shackle An M BAR being attached to the M BUMP being attached to the M BAR Option 4 rear extension position A d a g be d lt m Ged 0000000 5 lt gt gt ee oe N The M BUMP flying structure ready Option 4 rear extension position B SB18_RM_EN_1 0 WWW L ACOUSTICS COM D Preparing the KARA MINIBU flying structure Q Required material Electric screwdriver with torque selector 6 mm hex bit 13 mm hex key Attach two KARA MINIBUEX to the KARA MINIBU a Place a KARA MINIBU at the rigging location with the identification plate right side up b On each side install one KARA MINIBUEX with feet up by inserting one of its stud into a KARA MINIBU slit c Secure the assembly by driving 3 bolts on each side 6 mm hex bit 13 mm hex key 7 N m 63 in lb Orientation of the KARA MINIBU frame The KARA MINIBU frame is symmetrical so that the installation as a front or rear extension can be achieved wherever the KARA MINIBUEX are installed However it is recommended at this step to anticipate the front or rear extension so as to keep the laser plate at the front of the array Attach the shackle s to the KARA MINIBU in the
15. nv following the frame name in the Global Settings section of the Loudspeaker Data window 5818 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM Position A the M BUMP Front Position the M BUMP M BAR hole numbering 0 to 16 and positions A in the rear extension Front position the M BUMP M BAR position the M BUMP O O40 O 0 0 M BAR hole numbering 0 to 16 and positions A or B in the front extension SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 APPENDIX KARA MINIBU FLYING OPTIONS In both rigging options allowing the flying of 5818 enclosures KARA MINIBU and KARA MINIBUEX have to be assembled so as to form the flying structure The orientation of the whole structure when attaching it to the array will determine if the configuration is in front or rear extension Site angle calculation Refer to the modeling in SOUNDVISION software to determine the site angle of an array and the corresponding rigging option for the flying structure Rigging options for KARA MINIBU as a flying structure L ACOUSTICS recommends 4 different rigging options to fly 5818 KARA arrays with the KARA
16. ont or rear extension refer to the chosen rigging option Refer to PROCEDURE Attach the motor hook to the shackle s on the KARA MINIBU Raise the array so that it is possible to place another stack of two 5818 under it for 2 5818 only directly raise the array to its final height and end the procedure gt Assemble a stack of 2 5818 enclosures logo down under the motor location Refer to PROCEDURE gt Lower the array until it rests on the new stack gt Attach the bottom 5818 enclosure of the first stack to the top 5818 of the new stack Refer to PROCEDURE Raise the array 5818 RM 1 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 4 RIGGING PROCEDURES A Attaching 5818 to second element At the four corners Remove the pin from the 58 18 Rotate the corresponding rigging arm so that it sits in the rigging track of the adjacent enclosure insert the pin through both the rigging point of the second element and the 5818 rigging arm gt PROCEDURE A 4 different scenarios gt Attaching the bottom SBI8 to the stackin
17. shaped ball locking pins 5 16 and 4 T shaped ball locking pins 5 16 M BAR Extension bar for the M BUMP frame provided with 2 bow shackles 19mm and 2 T shaped ball locking pins 3 8 M JACK Platform feet x4 for M BUMP provided in a package with KARA ANGARMEX KARA Frame for flying or stacking a small vertical 5818 and or KARA array MINIBU provided with 2 bow shackles 2mm and 4 round shaped ball locking pins 5 16 KARA 2 Extension arms for the KARA MINIBU frame MINIBUEX provided with 4 T shaped ball locking pins 5 16 6 screws M8 x 25mm and 6 self locking nuts CLAMP250 Truss clamp 1 3 Software application SOUNDVISION Proprietary 3D acoustical and mechanical modeling software 1 4 Accessories SB I 8PLA Removable front dolly board for moving the 5818 enclosure and protecting its front grill during transportation and storage SB Protective cover for transportation and storage SB18 1 0 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM SOUNDVISION tee KARA MINIBUEX r KARA MINIBU y gt SBI8PLA CLAMP250 SBI8COV Main components involved in the 5818 rigging process 5818 1 0 wWWW L AGOUSTICS COM 5818 50 RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 0 2 MECHANICAL SAFETY 2 1 Maximum configurations The 5818 rigging system complies with BGV CI 2012 and
18. strictly followed to ensure safe installation or operation of the product OBLIGATION This symbol notifies the user about instructions that must be strictly followed to ensure proper installation or operation of the product INFORMATION This symbol notifies the user about complementary information or optional instructions WELCOME L ACOUSTICS Thank you for choosing the L ACOUSTICS 5818 subwoofer enclosure This document contains essential information on rigging the system properly and safely Carefully read this document in order to become familiar with these procedures As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards L ACOUSTICS reserves the right to change the specifications of its products and the content of its document without prior notice Please check the L ACOUSTICS web site on a regular basis to download latest updates for documents and software www l acoustics com CONTENTS RIGGING SYSTEM 4 2 MECHANICAL SAFETY 6 2 1 OTE SON TONS E E EE E S 6 2 2 Assessing mechanical ______________ 6 SYSTEM SET UP 7 3 1 dir ________________ 7 I E ___ _ __________________________ _________ 8 4 RIGGING PROCEDURES 9 A Attaching an SB 18 to second element _________________ ________ 9 B Preparing the M BUMP stacking nm 10 Preparing the M BUMP flying Structure T ___________ _
19. y installing a CLAMP250 instead of a shackle an array can be attached to a truss Refer to PROCEDURE D Choose the flying option before rigging the system Identify the appropriate flying option and rigging hole s by modeling the system in SOUNDVISION and refer to APPENDIX A for M BUMP flying structure or APPENDIX B for KARA MINIBU flying structure Vertical with M BUMP gt Assemble a stack of 2 5818 enclosures logo down under the motor location Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Attach the M BUMP frame to the top 58 18 enclosure with laser slits towards the audience Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Prepare the M BUMP flying structure Refer to PROCEDURE C gt Attach the motor hook to the shackle s on the M BAR Raise the array so that it is possible to place another stack of two 5818 under it gt Assemble a stack of 2 5818 enclosures logo down under the motor location Refer to PROCEDURE Lower the array until it rests on the new stack Attach the bottom 5818 enclosure of the first stack to the top 5818 of the new stack Refer to PROCEDURE gt To add more enclosures repeat the previous 4 steps until the array is completed gt Raise the array Vertical with KARA MINIBU gt Prepare the KARA MINIBU flying structure Refer to PROCEDURE D gt Assemble a stack of 2 5818 enclosures logo down under the motor location Refer to PROCEDURE gt Attach the KARA MINIBU on the top 5818 enclosure in fr

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