KP52/KP102 USER`S MANUAL English Python
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1. Python KP52 KP102 USER S MANUAL English 52 102 2 REV A 52 102 Contents SYMBOLS 5 1 INTRODUCTION 7 2 APPLICATIONS 7 3 KEY FEATURES 7 4 UNPACKING 8 5 WARRANTY 8 6 SAFETY 8 7 PHYSICAL 9 8 REAR PANEL 11 9 COVERAGE 12 10 WIRING 14 11 PROTECTION CIRCUITRY 14 12 ACCESSORIES AND CONFIGURATIONS 15 K Base2 19 K Fly2 16 K Joint2 16 K Wall2L 17 K Wall2 17 K KCluster2 K PCluster2 18 K Foot2 18 K KStage2 K PStage2 19 13 SERVICE 19 14 SPECIFICATIONS 20 REV 3 52 102 4 REV A 52 102 SYMBOLS K array declares that this device is in compliance with applicable CE standards and regulations Before putting the device into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations WEEE Please dispose of this product at end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment This symbol wherever it appears alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature Read the manual This symbol alerts the user to the presence of recommendations about the product s use and maintenance gt Warning Dangerous voltages RISK of electric shock 5 This device complies with Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002 95 EC REV A 52 102 6 REV A 52 102 1 INTRODUCTION The K array Pythons are passive sp2. Transducers 6 x 3 15 Neodymium magnet with 1 voice coil Power Audio Input 2 x 4 pin Speakon 1 1 signalIN amp LINK 2 2 through Selection Switch Spoot Flood 80 320 Physical 8 8 x 50 x 11 8 cm 3 56 x 19 7 x 4 65 6 kg 13 23 Ibs 1 Maximum RMS applicable power for a musical signal the reference signal is the one proposed by EIAJ standard 2 Measured 4 mt then scaled 1 mt New materials and design are introduced into existing products without previous notice Present systems may differ in some respects from those presented in this brochure REV A Speakers power handling Max power Impedance Frequency range SPL 1W 1mt Maximum SPL Horizontal Vertical Type Freguency Full range Connectors Wiring Vertical pattern Impedance Dimensions Weight REV A KP52 KP102 KP102 Acoustics 720 W 69 1200 40 or 160 selectable 100 Hz 20 KHz 99 dB 128 dB continuous 134 dB peak Coverage 90 7 30 selectable Crossover External Crossover required High pass 100 Hz 24 dB oct suggested minimum Transducers 12 x 3 15 Neodymium magnet with 1 voice coil Power Audio Input 2 x 4 pin Speakon 1 1 signalIN amp LINK 2 2 through Selection Switch Spoot Flood 40 160 Physical 8 8 x 100 x 11 8 cm 3 56 x 39 4 x 4 65 12 kg 26 45 Ibs 1 Maximum RMS applicable power for a musical signal the reference signal is the one proposed by
3. applications to obtain maximum diffusion with a minimum footprint Spot coverage sets narrower vertical diffusion angle of 10 KP52 7 KP 102 Spot coverage is recommended for long throw or monitoring applications image 2 In most multi speaker applications set coverage to Spot image 3 A combination of Flood and Spot may also be effective for downfill applications image 4 11 52 102 9 COVERAGE SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD TN EN Y apy Img1 Flood coverage SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD Jc ill Img2 Spot coverage hi 52 102 le SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD je SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD oleje 4 33 Array spot coverage SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD OLUKE JO SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD oLIKE Jc SPOT COVERAGE FLOOD 4 Array Downfill application REV A 13 52 102 10 WIRING Python KP52 and KP102 internal wiring is designed to pick up audio power signal from pins 1 1 of a NL4 connector Pins 2 and 2 such as pins 1 and 1 are directly wired from one socket to the other so signal can pass through multiple KP modules without additional external cabling 11 PROTECTION CIRCUITRY Speakers are electrically protected from brief power overloads within a reasonable range Overloading the speaker for extended periods of time can cause da
4. you are calling for service please have the serial number s of the unit s available for reference Ask for Cus tomer Service and be prepared to describe the problem clearly and completely 3 If the problem cannot be resolved over the phone you may be required to send the unit in for service In this instance you will be provided with an RA Return Authorization number which should be included on all shipping documents and correspondence regarding the repair Shipping charges are the responsibility of the purchaser Any attempt to modify or replace components of the device will invalidate your warranty Service must be perfor med by an authorized K array service center Cleaning Use only a soft dry cloth to clean the housing Do not use any solvents chemicals or cleaning solutions containing alcohol ammonia or abrasives Do not use any sprays near the product or allow liquids to spill into any openings REV A 19 52 102 14 SPECIFICATIONS Speakers power handling Max power Impedance Frequency range SPL 1W 1mt Maximum SPL Horizontal Vertical Type Frequency Fullrange Connectors Wiring Vertical pattern Impedance Dimensions Weight 20 KP52 Acoustics 360 W AES 600 W 80 or 320 selectable 100 Hz 20 KHz 96 dB 118 dB continuous 124 dB peak Coverage 90 10 45 selectable Crossover External Crossover required High pass 100 Hz 24 dB oct suggested minimum
5. EIAJ standard 2 Measured 4 mt then scaled 1 mt New materials and design are introduced into existing products without previous notice Present systems may differ in some respects from those presented in this brochure 21 52 102 The contents of this manual are furnished for informational purposes only Hp Sound Equipment s r l assumes no responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Hp Sound Equipment s r l reserves the right to make modifications without prior notice 22 REV A 52 102 REV A 23 O 4 5 A A 1 E N A K array s r l unipersonale Via Paolina Romagnoli 50037 San Piero a Sieve Firenze Italy tel 39 055 8487222 fax 39 0558487238 e mail info k array com www k array com 24 REV A
6. authorized modifications improper use negligence exposure to inclement weather conditions acts of God or accidents or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by K array K array is not liable for consequential damages This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied This warranty does not affect your statutory rights 6 SAFETY Only install the speaker in a location that can e Never stand close to loudspeakers driven at high level structurally support the weight of the unit Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and property damage Professional loudspeakers capable of producing extremely high sound levels and should be used with care Hearing loss is cumulative and can result from extended exposure to levels in excess of 90dB Do not operate the speaker for an extended period of time with the sound distorting This is an indication of malfunction which can cause heat build up and result in a fire Suspending the system should only be done by qualified personnel following safe rigging practices Secure fixings to the building structure are vital If there is any doubt seek professional help from architects structural engineers or other specialists No open flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed near the device Do not attempt to disassemble the unit The unit contains no user serviceable parts Repai
7. control system 2 APPLICATIONS 3 KEY FEATURES e Theatres Club Churches e Unique performance to size ratio e Front fill and under balcony fill e Vertical Horizontal and 3D line array applications Portable and installed AV systems e Multiple 3 15 long excursion full range cone drivers Stage and AV studio monitoring e Wide horizontal coverage e Electronically protected Selectable impedance KP52 8 32 0 KP102 4 16 Selectable vertical pattern Spot Flood e Weather proof suitable for outdoor installations Available in black or white REV A 7 52 102 4 UNPACKING Each K array loudspeaker is built to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory Upon arrival carefully inspect the shipping carton then examine and test your new loudspeaker If you find any damage immediately notify the shipping company Only the consignee may institute a claim procedure regarding the system s electronic equipment 5 WARRANTY K array systems are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials or craftsmanship over a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase During the warranty period K array will at its discretion either repair or replace products which prove to be defective provided that the product is returned in its original packaging shipping prepaid to an authorized K array service agent or distributor K array cannot be held responsible for defects caused by un
8. eaker systems comprised of 3 15 neodymium magnet transducers housed in an elegant and sturdy stainless steel chassis Available in two lengths the KP52 features 8 drivers in a 0 5 m 19 7 chassis and the KP102 features 16 drivers in a 1 m 39 4 chassis The Kobras closely spaced cone drivers provide phase coherence low distortion and focused listening both up close and at a distance To accommodate a range of applications the vertical dispersion pattern can be switched for either wide or narrow coverage Optional rigging and linking accessories allow multiple speakers to be interconnected creating a wide array of vertical and horizontal configurations for temporary or permanent installation For integration with other speakers or amplifiers the KP52 and KP102 offer selectable impedance 80 320 for the KP52 and 40 160 for the KP102 Set to 320 up to eight KP52s be powered via a single amplifier channel simplifying installation of wider distributed installed systems Pythons are able to reproduce the entire vocal frequency range with excellent intelligibility starting from 150 Hz Integrating powered subwoofers from K array s Redline series KMT12 KMT18 KMT21 ensures excellent coverage of the entire musical frequency range K array s KA amplifier series also features custom presets optimized for use with the Phython series Python components are designed by K array and custom made under K array s quality
9. ew holes of KK KP speakers When used with KK102 it can be screwed to the internal or the external screw holes depending on the width of the desired angle K Wall2 Wall mounting accessory for KK KP speakers with full 3 dimensional tilting features peri 8 K Wall2 is designed to be screwed directly to the mounting screw holes of KK KP speakers When used with KK102 the K Wall2 can be screwed to either internal or external screw holes depending on the width of the desired angle REV A 17 52 102 K KCluster2 K PCluster2 Wall mounting accessory for a horizontal cluster of three KK52 102 speakers K KCluster 2 K PCluster 2 comes in a set of three different models one with no angle between the three hanging speakers one with a 30 angle between speakers one with a 60 angle between speakers K Foot2 35 mm pole mounting accessory A 35 mm threaded pole is included for connecting additional K array products such as KMT subwoofers or K Base2 18 REV A 52 102 K KStage2 K PStage2 Ground laying accessories for KK KP series speakers K KStage 2 K PStage 2 allow users to safely lay KK KP series speakers on the ground with three different angles 0 30 and 45 Ideal applications are monitoring and front fill 13 SERVICE To obtain service 1 Contact the official K array distributor in your country Your local distributor will direct you to the appropriate service center 2 If
10. mage so proper system design is strongly advised 14 REV A 52 102 12 ACCESSORIES AND CONFIGURATIONS K array offers a variety of dedicated accessories to mount and interconnect KK Kobra and KP Python series speakers for a wide array of possible configurations K Base2 Standing accessory for KK KP speakers For proper installation and operation use with K Foot2 and K Joint2 TIPS where possible screw the feet of K Base2 to the ground gt K Foot2 K Joint2 WARNING Before connecting KK KP series speakers to a K Base 2 check the stability of the ground where K Base 2 is to be placed AN K Base 2 should not be placed in a zone accessible to the audience AN Take maximum precaution in highly windy locations especially when screwing the K Base2 to the ground is not possible REV A 15 52 102 K Fly2 Flying accessory set for KK KP speakers For proper installation and operation use with K Joint2 ip K Joint2 WARNING Consult the dedicated product manual for safety information and operation details K Joint2 Attachable joint to link a KK KP speaker to most accessories or to another KK KP speaker with continuously variable angle 10 lt gt 10 16 REV 52 102 K Wall2L Wall stand mounting accessory for KK KP speakers with bi dimensional tilting features K Wall2L is designed to be screwed directly to the mounting scr
11. rs should be performed only by factory trained service personnel REV A 52 102 7 PHYSICAL 8 8 cm 3 56 gt 52 ili E IX 3 3 5 m a 12 cm s 50 cm 4 72 jin A gt Q 1 11 8 cm 4 65 weight 6 kg 13 23 Ibs REV A 52 102 3 56 KP102 mf gt gt Y E Ny 5 100 12 tal AA 2 4 3 0 si gt E ATT 2 75 cm S 1 08 id 8 3 7 weight n 12 kg 26 45 lbs REV A 52 102 8 REAR PANEL REV A 1 Mounting screw holes Most K array mounting or flying accessories are designed to screw into the speakers using these holes The 52 is eguipped with two screw holes while the KP102 is eguipped with four 2 Impedance switch Selects the impedance of the speaker Impedance must be set to high 32 for KK52 and 16 for KK102 when speakers are driven by KMT active modules Low impedance may be used when speakers are driven by most KA series amplifiers KA7 KA10 Please refer to your amplifier s specifications to select the correct speaker impedance for your configuration 3 Coverage switch Selects the vertical dispersion of the speaker Flood coverage sets a wide vertical diffusion angle of 60 KP52 35 102 Flood coverage is suggested for single speakers in diffused image 1 short throw
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