KIVA SYSTEM KIVA SB15m
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1. rigging bars SBI5m side WWwW L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 3 1 Ground stacking gt Remove the rigging bars from a KIBU SB gt Place the KIBU SB on the ground with its KIVA side facing up gt Attach a KIVA logo on the left hand side to the KIBU SB Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Attach another KIVA on top O Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Repeat the previous step until the array is completed Risk of fall Do not climb on a loudspeaker array gt Place one SBI5m logo down on the ground gt If necessary place and attach additional subwoofers logo down on top of each other Refer to PROCEDURE A gt On the subwoofer array place and attach a KIBU SB with its KIVA side facing up Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Attach a KIVA logo on the left hand side to the KIBU SB Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Attach as many KIVA enclosures as necessary on top Refer to PROCEDURE B KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L ACOUSTICS COM gt Place a KIBU SB on the ground with its KIVA side facing up gt Attach a KIVA enclosure to the KIBU SB O Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Turn the KIVA KIBU SB assembly upside down gt Attach a bow shackle WLL t or a CLAMP250 on the KIBU SB Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Raise the array so you are comfortable lifting and attaching additional enclosures2. modeling to identify the hole number that corresponds to the targeted tilt angle KIBU SB hole numbering on the side of the SBI5m o A B BR T O 9 8 Z7 i6 5 4 3 2 Z o OOD OS ooeodr nrno oo GOG 2 ol o gl CeO POLON as E KIBU SB hole numbering on the side of the KIVA 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Ll 2 B 14 GQ G O aH 0 OOOO GOG O CY a O n _ z n _ 0 _o J o 2 z lt x Vt G Ga O oO oO Om ea G O d o y o 2 Attach a shackle or a CLAMP250 to the identified hole by driving the pierced bolt 3 Secure the pierced bolt with the safety pin 4 With a CLAMP250 install safety slings between the KIBU SB and the truss gt PROCEDURE C Safety pin mechanism on shackles KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WwWw L AGOUSTIGCS GOM 15 KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 PROCEDURE D Attaching KIET to KIVA The site angle of a pole mounted KIVA enclosure is defined by its angle with the KIET Refer to Figure 2 to choose the hole corresponding to the targeted site angle Figure 2 Angulation arm holes EQUIPMENT Electric screwdriver with torque selector 13 mm hex socket 13 mm hex key l Assemble the KIET and the pole adapter with the four M8 hex bolts and nuts provided in the package Use a 13 mm hex key a 13 mm hex socket and set the torque to 5 N m 45 in lb 2 Attach the two linking points at the front of the KIET to the two linking points of the enclosure a Place the KIV
3. position Resulting angles in rear position i 0 site angle for flown arrays When flying a KIVA array either as part of a mixed or independent line always use the 0 rigging hole If any other angle is defined between the bumper and the first enclosure the LAPTEQ inclinometer see APPENDIX A no longer provides a valid indication regarding the array site angle i Ground stacked KIVA with a positive 7 5 site angle When KIVA is ground stacked with a positive 7 5 site angle it is not possible to secure the rigging arm on the bumper Leave the arm in its slot However when KIVA is stacked on SBI5m it is possible to secure the rigging arm on the bumper for all the angles KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTIGS COM 12 Ifyou are attaching a KIVA enclosure to a KIBU SB refer to the SOUNDVISION modeling to identify the position rear front that corresponds to the targeted site angle 2 Attach the two linking points at the front of the enclosure to the two linking points of the other element enclosure or KIBU SB a Put the enclosure side in contact with the second element b Align the enclosure linking points slightly left to the linking points of the other element c Slide the enclosure to the right until you hear a clicking sound to secure and lock the system Risk of fall After attaching an enclosure verify the automatic locking system is engaged hold the bottom of the enclosure and shake it side to si
4. the array is completed KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWwW L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 3 3 Pole mounting gt Place a SBI5m logo down on the ground gt If two KIVA are required place one enclosure on the ground logo on the left hand side and attach a second enclosure to it Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Assemble the KIET and the pole adapter and attach the assembly on the KIVA enclosure s Refer to PROCEDURE D gt Insert and secure the pole in the SBI 5m socket gt Secure the KIET and KIVA assembly on the pole Dismantling the system Identify the array to dismount and apply the associated set up procedure in reversed order KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTICS COM 4 SUBSET PROGEDURES PROCEDURE A Attaching the SBI5m to a second element Remove the bar from its storage location 2 From the front of the array slide the bar into adjacent rigging rails 3 Secure the bar with the locking tab a Accurately position the bar by pushing it into place Pinch the spring tongue and slide the locking tab until it snaps into place When encountering difficulty try to slide the tab from the other side c Verify that the yellow label is fully covered to ensure of the locking tab is engaged gt PROCEDURE A Sliding the coupling bar between two SBI5m 7 Sliding the coupling bar between SBI 5m and KIBU S
5. A enclosure with its logo on the right on a stable horizontal surface b Align the KIET linking points slightly left to the linking points of the enclosure c Slide the KIET to the right until you hear a clicking sound to secure and lock the system 3 Secure the enclosure angulation arm on the KIET using the hole corresponding to the targeted site angle Remove the ball locking pin from the KIET Pull the spring loaded pin to release the angulation arm from the enclosure Position the arm in the KIET slot anoop Insert the pin through the KIET slot and the hole corresponding to the targeted angle Refer to Figure 2 Angulation arm holes 4 Verify the locking system is engaged by shaking the assembly up and down and side to side KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTIGS COM 16 gt PROCEDURE D Assembling the KIET and its pole adapter 3 Securing the enclosure angulation arm on the KIET KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWwW L AGOUSTIGS GOM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 APPENDIX A INSTALLING THE LAP TEQ INCLINOMETER The KIBU SB is equipped with a laser support plate for the installation of the TEQSAS LAP TEQ inclinometer The LAP TEQ is a remote control device which is part of the LLACOUSTICS TECH TOOLCASE slit opening Equipment Electric screwdriver with torque selector T20 Torx bit 7 mm hex key Put the KIBU SB with its SB I 5m sid
6. B yellow label hidden yellow label Always check that the yellow label is fully covered to ensure the locking tabs are fully engaged Securing the bar with the locking tab KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WwWw L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 PROCEDURE B Attaching KIVA to a another element The rigging procedure used to attach a KIVA enclosure to another KIVA enclosure and to KIBU SB is similar The main difference lies in e the possibility to choose front or rear position of the enclosure on the bumper see next page e the way the angle is defined between two enclosures and between KIBU SB and the enclosure In a flown array the rear position enables reaching a higher positive angle and the front position a higher negative angle The site angle of a stacked KIVA array is defined by the angle between the KIBU SB and the enclosure closest to the bumper The range of available angles varies depending of the rigging position e front position 0 1 2 e rear position 7 5 5 2 5 0 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 5 Refer to Figure I to choose the hole corresponding to the targeted site angle Figure Angulation arm holes N 5 C C 2 5 amp Ba C 2 5 de A g mW boo i Ai 4 5 Dez i 0 i 5 5 I a 65 ba C 32 es a 7 5 SF Tt Resulting angles in front
7. Cabinet Composite sandwich structure Back plate ZAMAC Physical data Finish Grey brown RAL 801 9 or Pure white RAL 9010 Custom RAL code on special order Front Plastic grill Airnet acoustically neutral fabric Rigging components Peak level at m under free field conditions using 10 dB crest factor pink noise with specified preset KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 High strength steel with anti corrosion coating WWwW L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 SBI5m Description Subwoofer enclosure amplified by LA4 or LA8 Low frequency limit 10 dB 40 Hz SBI5_ 100 preset Maximum SPL 135 dB SBI5_ 100 preset RMS power handling 600 W Transducer x 15 weather resistant bass reflex Nominal impedance 8QO Connectors IN x 4 point SpeakON LINK x 4 point SpeakON Integrated pole mount socket Coupling bars stored at handle position Rigging components Dimensions 439 mm 17 3 in 520 mm 20 5 in Weight net 36 kg 79 4 Ib Cabinet Baltic birch plywood Finish Grey brown RAL 8019 or Pure white RAL 9010 Custom RAL code on order Physical data Front Steel grill with anti corrosion coating Airnet acoustically neutral fabric Protection Rating IP45 Rigging component High strength steel with anti corrosion coating Peak level at m under half space conditions using 10 dB crest facto
8. EE E E EE OER E EEE E T E E E E OE EN coat 20 KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WwWw L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 1 RIGGING SYSTEM COMPONENTS 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 rigging components of the KIVA system are the following 1 1 Loudspeaker enclosures KIVA Main enclosure deployable in a variable curvature line source SBI5m Subwoofer enclosure Provided with two SBIS5MRIG coupling bars equipped with the LOCKTAB locking tab 1 2 Rigging elements KIBU SB Frame for flying KIVA and SB I 5m enclosures as line elements or independent mixed arrays Provided with two bow shackles WLL t KIET Accessory used to fly one or two KIVA enclosures in an under balcony configuration or to mount one or two enclosures on a pole on a speaker stand or above a SB 5m subwoofer Provided with a pole adapter four M8 hex bolts and four M8 self locking nuts CLAMP250 Truss clamp SBISMRIG Coupling bars de
9. KIVA SYSTEM KIVA KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I Read this manual Follow all SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS as well as DANGER and OBLIGATION warnings Never incorporate equipment or accessories not approved by L ACOUSTICS a NN 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 5 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 6 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 7 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 8 Respect the maximum configurations and the recommended safety level For safety issue respect the maximum configurations outlined in this manual To check the co
10. de 3 Secure the angulation arm of the enclosure on the second element using the appropriate hole for your configuration a On the enclosure pull the spring loaded pin to release the angulation arm b If you are attaching two enclosures together iv Pull the second enclosure spring loaded pin Rotate the arm in the second enclosure slot Select the targeted angle by aligning the top of the arm with the corresponding notation on the second enclosure Release the spring loaded pin to its initial position to lock the assembly If you are attaching an enclosure to the KIBU SB Remove the ball locking pin from the KIBU SB Position the angulation arm to position it between the two walls of the KIBU SB central bar Select the targeted angle by choosing the appropriate hole on the angulation arm Refer to Figure Angulation arm holes on page 12 Insert the pin through the holes in KIBU SB central bar and the enclosure angulation arm gt PROCEDURE B linking point linking point Attaching KIVA to a second KIVA Attaching KIVA to KIBU SB KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L ACOUSTIGS COM 13 KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 resulting angle notations Arachne the ae am ena i 3 b Attaching the angulation arm of a KIVA to KIBU SB KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM PROCEDURE C Attaching a shackle or CLAMP250 Refer to SOUNDVISION
11. dicated to the SBI5m Equipped with the LOCKTAB locking tab Delivered with the SBI 5m 1 3 Software application SOUNDVISION Proprietary 3D acoustical and mechanical modeling software Mechanical safety Before any installation model the system in SOUNDVISION and check the Mechanical Data section for any stress warnings w Other KIVA system components All the other components of the system are presented in the KIVA system user manual document in which the loudspeaker configurations and connection are described KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTICS COM 4 yo KIVA SBI5m KIBU SB l CLAMP250 SBI5MRIG equipped with LOCKTAB KIET Delivered with the SBI5m SOUNDVISION Main components involved in the KIVA rigging process KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWwW L ACOUSTICS COM KIVA SYSTEM KIVA S5B15m RIGGING MANUAL VERSION 1 1 2 MECHANICAL SAFETY 2 1 Maximum configurations The KIVA system rigging complies with BGV C 1 2012 DIN 18800 and EN ISO 12100 1 2004 when the following arrays are deployed The safe configurations are always compliant with the standards listed before regardless of the deployment parameters site angles inter enclosure angles etc The maximum configurations correspond to the mechanical limit of the rigging accessories before deploying these configurations always model the system in SOUNDVISION and check the Mechanical Data section for any stress warning or stability wa
12. e up 2 Undo the four Torx bolts on the laser support plate Use a T20 bit and a 7 mm hex key 3 Place the LAP TEQ on the support plate with its laser lens towards the front laser slit Verify nothing obstructs the opening 4 Secure the LAP TEQ with the four Torx bolts and nuts Use a T20 bit a 7 mm hex key and set the torque at 3 N m 27 in lbf Calibrating the LAP TEQ Refer to the manufacturer instructions in the L ACOUSTICS TECH TOOLCASE In addition to the handheld inclinometer available in the TOOLCASE An XLR3 cable is needed KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTIGS COM 18 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS KIVA Description 2 way passive enclosure amplified by LA4 or LA8 Usable bandwidth 10 dB 80 Hz 20 kHz KIVA preset Maximum SPL 130 dB KIVA preset Horizontal 100 from 500 Hz Coverage angle 6 dB Vertical depends on the number of elements and array curvature LF 2 x 6 5 weather resistant bass reflex Transducers HF x 1 5 diaphragm compression driver DOSC waveguide Nominal impedance 89 RMS power handling 120 W Connectors IN x 4 point SpeakON LINK x 4 point SpeakON Rigging components Captive 3 point rigging system Inter enclosure angles 0 2 3 4 5 7 5 10 12 5 or 15 Dimensions 520 mm 20 5 in o Ne E E E E E R S S N lt z E Ta mMm Weight net 13 kg 28 7 Ib
13. ing 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 beyond 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 achieve full anchorage 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 gt Fr F amp F FF aa KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGCOUSTICS COM 6 3 SYSTEM SETUP The KIVA SBI5m rigging system relies on the use of KIBU SB as an interface between the two enclosures rigging systems Each side of KIBU SB is compatible with one enclosure type KIVA connection points KIVA side rigging rails
14. nformity of any configuration in regards with the safety level recommended by L ACOUSTICS model the system in SOUNDVISION and refer to the warnings in Mechanical Data section 9 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 L ACOUSTICS recommends the use of safety slings at all times 10 Be cautious when ground stacking a loudspeaker array Do not stack the loudspeaker array on unstable ground or surface If 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 Il 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 If the wind force exceeds 6 bft Beaufort scale lower down and or secure the loudspeaker array 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 strictly follo
15. ng elerrienits E E cases sabssscsacasntosaceas tenes stavulabecesaa E cedcesstenneusadcoteeceuseasea coantenaanva des 4 k3 SoftWare application 25 5sices35004 0804 ovens Sovventchtu veld a a a dusty a a 4 2 MECHANICAL SAFETY 6 24 Maximum Configurations csessoesrsreiisssssersriniioviervsunsres is istnsr iibest coucossnevseeschsssecasa EOE VENKE SENN SNOEK ESSEKS ENa SS ESENS 6 2 2 Assessing mechanical Safety ruodi area nonn iara T EESE ESEN SKEA ETE EN get ATTENERE EES ia 6 3 SYSTEM SETUP 7 Bal Ground Stacking wiiscese sscesadt ssesciecsvecest siveshenesshssbisnasdeycastsycndh EEEa ESETE EEEE aaaea aa oaae Eea 8 32 FEDE e a E S E E a E SE e EE a 9 e e E e Taa E E A E E E E E EN EE 10 4 SUBSET PROCEDURES lI PROCEDURE A Attaching the SB15m to a second element ssesseeeesesseeeeeeererieesrstrreresrererestrreresterseseeteriererrseseere I PROCEDURE B Attaching KIVA to a another element 0 0 0 0 cece ee ccecceecese snes cee ceeeceeseeseceseeeseescsesseseaesaessaessaeegs 12 PROCEDURE C Attaching a shackle or CLAMP250 cscessssssesscsseseesseeeesseceseseeseeseesaeeeeaecaeesecseeessaseeeaecnseaeenees 15 PROCEDURE D Attaching KIET to KIVA vvcssccsvssovatevesecs dosteoveaiscnssnss casroasovsesncuecossosp anes ca shucuceuepsevstnae ious cusp wipatnapneae ceed 16 APPENDIX A INSTALLING THE LAP TEQ INCLINOMETER 18 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS 19 KIVA ssc E A E E AE A E E E aosbugseUadee causa svade aleeui quduasenssalvede E 19 SB Ee a a PARA E
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17. rning For mixed arrays always refer to your SOUNDVISION model Stacking Flying With KIBU SB With KIBU SB and shackle WLL I t With KIBU SB and CLAMP250 2 KIVA 12 KIVA 12 KIVA i or or or 8 SBI5m 8 SBI5m 6 SBI5m 20 KIVA 20 KIVA 18 KIVA or or or 8 SBI5m 8 SBI5m 6 SBI5m 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 gt Maximum 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 be determined without the complex mechanical modeling and calculation offered by SOUNDVISON Assess
18. under the first one gt Attach a KIVA enclosure under the first one Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Repeat the two previous steps until the array is complete gt Position one SBI 5m logo down on the ground gt Remove the rigging bars from the KIBU SB gt On the subwoofer place and attach a KIBU SB with its KIVA side facing up Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Attach a bow shackle WLL t or a CLAMP250 on the KIBU SB Refer to PROCEDURE B gt If more than one SBI 5m is needed raise the array so you can position another SBI5m under it gt Lower the array so it rests on the enclosure gt Attach the enclosure to the bottom of the array Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Repeat the three previous steps until the SBI 5m array is completed gt Place a KIBU SB on the ground with its KIVA side facing up gt Attach a KIVA enclosure to the KIBU SB Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Turn the KIVA KIBU SB assembly upside down gt Raise the SBI5m array so you are comfortable lifting and attaching the KIVA KIBU SB assembly under the bottom enclosure gt With the rigging bar in one hand lift and attach the KIVA KIBU SB assembly to the bottom enclosure of the array Refer to PROCEDURE A gt Raise the array so you are comfortable lifting and attaching additional enclosures under the first one gt Attach a KIVA enclosure under the array Refer to PROCEDURE B gt Repeat the two previous steps until
19. wed 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 EQUIPMENT This symbol indicates the equipment tools and spare parts required to perform a procedure Fa INFORMATION This symbol notifies the user about complementary information or optional instructions KIVA SB15m_RM_EN_1 1 WWW L AGOUSTICS COM 2 WELCOME TO L ACOUSTICS Thank you for choosing the L ACOUSTICS KIVA enclosure This document contains essential information on rigging the system properly Carefully read this document in order to become familiar with this procudures 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 documents without prior notice Please check the L ACOUSTICS web site on a regular basis to download the latest documents www acoustics com If the product requires repair or for information about the warranty please contact an approved L ACOUSTICS distributor The address of the nearest distributor is available on the L ACOUSTICS web site CONTENTS l RIGGING SYSTEM COMPONENTS 4 LL Lotidspeaker GnclosureSiis ccsscsscos sesscnepenseseonssvecedpueversanscuenessasvaxnsvenaecednnesouechunnsceanacyesnsbed E Ea ESEP sameavencountesoanecvennsents 4 1 2 Riggi
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