KLING FREITAG VIDA L Mounting Bracket Handhold User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Kling Freitag
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KLING FREITAG VIDA L Mounting Bracket Handhold
Product Information
The K&F VIDA L Mounting Bracket/Handhold is a high-quality accessory designed for the VIDA L speaker system by KLING & FREITAG. It is specifically used for transporting the speaker and is essential for mobile applications. The bracket is securely screwed to the mounting rail at the rear of the VIDA L speaker. It not only ensures safe and secure transportation but is also necessary when using pipe clips to mount the speaker to a truss or pipe with a diameter of 48-51 mm.
Product Usage Instructions
- IntroductionBefore using the K&F VIDA L Mounting Bracket/Handhold, it is important to read and understand the user’s manual to ensure trouble-free operation and maximize the performance of the VIDA L speaker system.
- Icons UsedThe user’s manual uses icons to convey important information:
- Warning: Indicates a risk of injury or death. Not following these instructions may result in serious health problems including potentially fatal injuries.
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- Tip: Marks instructions for proper use of the described products. Not following these instructions may cause malfunctions or damage.
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- About this User’s ManualThis user’s manual provides specifications, safety guidelines, and installation instructions based on information available at the time of publishing. Please note that all information is subject to change without notice. It is essential to read and keep this manual readily available on site for safe operation and installation of the speaker accessories.
- Product DescriptionThe K&F VIDA L Mounting Bracket/Handhold is a necessary accessory for transporting the VIDA L speaker system. It securely attaches to the mounting rail at the rear of the speaker and allows for safe and secure transportation. Additionally, it is required when using pipe clips to mount the speaker to a truss or pipe with a diameter of 48-51 mm.
Important Information,
Please Read Before Use!
KLING & FREITAG GmbH Wohlenbergstrasse 5
D-30179 Hannover
TEL +49 (0) 511 96 99 70
FAX +49 (0) 511 67 37 94
www.kling-freitag.de
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. To guarantee trouble-free operation and enable the KLING & FREITAG VIDA L speaker system to achieve its full potential, please read these user’s manual carefully before use. This item is a quality accessory for the VIDA L speaker system.
Icons Used
- This icon indicates a risk of injury or death. Not following these instructions may result in serious health problems including potentially fatal injuries.
- This icon indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not following these instructions may cause minor injuries or damage.
- This icon marks instructions for proper use of the described products. Not following these instructions may cause malfunctions or damage.
- This icon marks information provided for simplified use of the described products.
About these user’s manual
© KLING & FREITAG GMBH. All rights reserved.
All specifications regarding the features of the described products and
applicable safety guidelines provided in these user’s manual are based on
information available at the time of publishing.
We assume no responsibility for technical specifications, dimensions, weights,
and properties.
All information in these user’s manual is subject to change without notice.
To ensure safe operation, all persons using the speaker accessories must have
access to this guide and all other relevant material during installation. The
speaker accessories must not be set up nor operated unless these user’s manual
has been read, understood and kept readily available on site.
The original language of all KLING & FREITAG user’s manuals is German.
If you need user manuals from KLING & FREITAG, you can order a replacement or
download it from our www.kling-freitag.de.
Contact:
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KLING & FREITAG GMBH, Wohlenbergstr. 5, D-30179 Hannover
Telefon +49 (0) 511 96 99 70,
Telefax +49 (0) 511 67 37 94
Product Description
The VIDA L mounting bracket/handhold is the perfect accessory for transporting your speaker. Using it is mandatory for mobile applications. For that purpose, the bracket will be screwed to the mounting rail at the rear of the VIDA L . The mounting bracket/handhold does not only allow for transporting the speaker securely and safely but is also required when using pipe clips for mounting the speaker to a truss or a similar pipe (diameter: 48-51 mm).
Items Included
- (2x) Mounting bracket/handhold for transporting, handling, and pipe-clip mounting a VIDA L speaker
- (4x) M8 x 50 bolt with relieved shank, 30-mm undercut (ensures bolt captivity to the handhold)
- (2x) K&F VIDA L Slimline Half Coupler (K&F Item-No.: 36137, black)
- (2x) M10 x 25 pipe-clip screw, (Allen screw)
- (2x) Circlip for captive pipe-clip screw mounting to the pipe-clip
- (2x) M12 washer
- (2x) M12 nut
- (2x) M12 butterfly nut M12
- (1x) User’s Manual
Components
- VIDA L Mounting Bracket/Handhold
- M8 x 50 bolt with relieved shank (special model)
- K&F VIDA L Slimline Half Coupler (K&F Art.-Nr.: 36137, black), incl. pipe-clip screw and circlip
- washer M12
- nut M12
- butterfly nut M12
Intended Use
Be sure to use this accessory only for handling and mounting KLING & FREITAG
speakers of the specified type to suitable trusses or pipes.
For commercial use in interior spaces as specified in this document only!
Unless otherwise stated, use only KLING & FREITAG original parts for mounting
the speakers. Never use other parts (in particular, parts not made by KLING &
FREITAG).
Any other use not described in this document is not an intended use
Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions
The information described here does not relieve the user of the duty to follow
the given safety requirements and legal regulations.
Warning
Only qualified technicians are permitted to perform the installation steps. Be
sure to use personal protective equipment at all times.
The technicians responsible for installing the system on site are responsible
for and guarantee safe setup and use.
Installing and dismounting the speaker system requires two persons or a
suitable lift for carrying and handling.
To prevent injury and damage, be sure to securely place or suspend the speaker
system as specified in the DGUV regulations 17 and 18 or similar locally
applicable accident-control standards.
Unless otherwise stated, use only KLING & FREITAG original parts for mounting
the speakers. Never use other parts (in particular, parts not made by KLING &
FREITAG).
Be sure to always visually inspect all accessories and loudspeakers before
use. In fixed installations, regularly check all system components for signs
of wear. Visual inspection includes checking the system components of the
speakers as well as the mounting components. During the inspection, check all
mounting components carefully for deformations, cracks, bolt damage, and
corrosion. If there are signs of wear, cracks,
or deformation, etc., replace the affected parts immediately. See also the
“Care and Maintenance” chapter.
Safety Instructions When Mounting the System to a Truss
Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down
impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by! Don’t use the mounting
system, if you have any doubts regarding its safety and reliability!
Warning
Only qualified event technicians are permitted to suspend a VIDA L system.
When suspending VIDA L speakers, be sure to use the mounting components
described in these user’s manual.
Ensure that all connections are secured against coming loose and that only
authorized, statically tested and correctly sized supports, mounting
equipment, wire ropes and chains are used. Follow the relevant specified
safety factors. Be sure to follow the relevant national specifications, norms,
and safety regulations.
Note that every suspension point as well as the supporting structure of the
building (i.e. ceiling points, cross beams and stage or PA tower, etc.) must
be capable of carrying the total load of the system (including cabling and
additional fittings).
Note that the suspension points on the hall ceiling (i.e. shackles, attachment
points, or chain hoists) must comply with the DGUV regulations 17 and 18 or
similar locally applicable accident-control standards. The maximum load must
have been certified by an authorized expert. When in doubt, request a
confirmation by local authorities.
Also follow the operating and safety instructions supplied with the product
you intend to suspend the speaker system from. Never mount the speaker system
to a product if there is no information on safe use and maximum load.
Ensure there is sufficient clear space for assembling and suspending the
speakers on-site.
Remember that the truss holding the speaker may swing out wide!
Permit only personnel directly involved with assembly or disassembly to access
the working area. The person in charge must announce all system lifting and
lowering activities beforehand and make sure everybody is aware of that. In
this case, all persons present must leave the swing and lifting range
immediately.
Never use suspended speakers as a climbing aid.
Installation
Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!
Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down
impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!
Always use the supplied M8 x 50 bolts only for mounting the bracket/handhold.
Tighten all screws and bolts to the correct torque (16 Nm).
Warning
Only the supplied slot nuts must be used at the rear rail.
Setting up the speaker system requires two persons or a suitable lift for
carrying and handling.
Required Tools
Use the following tools for mounting the VIDA L mounting bracket/handhold:
- Allen screwdriver (6 mm)
- Torque wrench for 16Nm
Mounting the Bracket/Handhold to a VIDA L Speaker
To improve speaker handling, you might want to mount mounting brackets/handholds to both the upper and the lower parts of the box rear panel.
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Each factory-preinstalled fastener has a specific function.
You may mount the mounting bracket/handhold either to the two groove nuts at position (a) or the two groove nuts at position (c). Note that you can use the nuts at position (c) only if no VIDA C has been mounted to position (b).
The second bracket/handhold needs to be mounted at the opposite end of the speaker box. Consequently, the nut positions at the opposite end are in reverse order.
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To prevent falling of the speaker box, make sure that all brackets/handholds are mounted using the bolts with relieve shank that are supplied with the unit.
Attach the mounting bracket/handhold to the M8-thread slot nuts using the two outer bolts, then screw the bolts in by a few turns.
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Move the bracket/handhold into position.
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Now, tighten the bolts.
Torque: 16Nm
Check carefully whether all brackets/handholds have been mounted properly: The bolts with relieve shank need to be tightened firmly with no play.
Mounting the Pipe Clips to a Truss or Pipe
Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!
Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down
impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!
Please be sure to mount to a K&F VIDA L Slimline half coupler (K&F item
36137) only!
Warning
Attach the pipe clip to the VIDA L mounting bracket/handhold only using the
supplied pipe-clip screw. Only screws of that type are specifically made and
tested for mounting a pipe clip to a VIDA L bracket/handhold.
Tighten all bolts and screws to a torque of 16 Nm.
Use only the supplied pipe-clip screws for mounting the pipe clips to the
mounting brackets/handholds.
When mounting the speaker system combined with a VIDA C laterally to a truss
or pipe, attach the pipe clips to one side of the mounting bracket/handhold.
Mounting to a Truss or Pipe
Be sure to use the K&F VIDA L Slimline half coupler (K&F item #36137) for
mounting the speaker systems to trusses or pipes!
The pipe clips specified by KLING & FREITAG are designed for customary pipe
surfaces and diameters of 48 to 51 mm.
The interconnect points on the truss elements or pipes must be clean, dry, and
free of oil and grease.
Warning
Make sure all mounting brackets/handholds and pipe clips are securely
attached. Note that even pipe clips that have been properly tightened may
still move under load if the truss or pipe features specific surface finishes
or coatings. In this case, ensure an appropriate degree of friction between
the truss or pipe and the pipe clip.
Improper mounting of mounting brackets/handholds can result in the speaker
falling down and imposes risks of personal injury or damage.
Also be sure to place speakers vertically in case of lateral pipe-clip
mounting.
Please take note of the numbers of pipe clips indicated in the below examples.
To prevent mistakes leading to safety risks, be sure to double-check the
number of pipe clips to use according to your calculations.
When suspending VIDA L speakers using mounting brackets/handholds and pipe
clips, note that you may form arrays made up of 3 speakers at the most!
Horizontal arrays must be made up of no more than 8 speakers.
A horizontal array is any configuration of suspended speakers with the grill
facing downwards.
If you want to mount VIDA L speakers to trusses, perform preassembly and
attach the speakers to trusses or rig poles on the ground as possible. Where
this is not feasible, perform all preparatory steps on the ground, then pull
up the speaker(s) to mount them to the truss.
Example 1:
Each side of a speaker array or a single speaker as well as each interconnect
point of two speakers must be connected to the truss or a dedicated rig pole
using one pipe clip.
General Rule:
With vertical suspension as well as horizontal suspension without VIDA C,
reckon at least one pipe clip more than the total number of speakers to
suspend.
- 1 speakers: 2 pipe clips
- 2 speakers: 3 pipe clips
- 3 speakers: 4 pipe clips etc.
The figure shows 2 speakers suspended using 3 pipe clips.
Exception: With speakers fitted with VIDA C that you intend to suspend
horizontally, you need to double the number of pipe clips. (See example 4.)
Example 2:
When VIDA L speakers are used in combination with VIDA C, note that you can
attach the pipe clips laterally only.
This single-sided attachment of pipe clips necessitates vertical speaker
placement.
Mounting a VIDA L speaker featuring the
VIDA C using a single-sided pipe-clip configuration is prohibited! Example
3:
When suspending a VIDA L speaker without the VIDA C horizontally from a truss,
center the pipe clips on the mounting bracket/handhold.
As an alternative, you may mount twice the number of pipe clips to the ends of
the mounting brackets/handhold and suspend the speaker or array on both sides
from suitable truss elements or pipes of appropriate thickness. (Also see
example 4 without VIDA C.) Example 4:
If you want to suspend VIDA L speakers with VIDA C horizontally as an array,
be sure to mount pipe clips to both ends of the speaker and fix these
appropriately to trusses or rig pipes.
This means you need to use twice the number of pipe clips compared to vertical
placement.
Mounting to a Truss
The following is required for performing the steps described in this section:
- Allen wrench (6 mm)
- Torque wrench (16 to 30 Nm)
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Perform all steps separately and in succession using an installation lift. Start with the top speaker, then build the array top-down.
Alternatively, you can mount an entire speaker array using a motorized chain host.
When doing so, note that you need to mount a VIDA L flying frame to the topmost speaker to ensure safe lifting. VIDA L
Use chain hoists to configure an array of multiple interconnected speakers. Unload the array only after mounting all pipe clips! -
If you want to raise and lift the speaker manually, you might want to use a flying bracket for lifting.
Lift the speaker to the desired height, then align it to the truss. -
Where struts are obstructive, move the mounting brackets/handholds as necessary to vary the pipe-clip positions.
Tighten the bolts to a 16 Nm torque. -
Attach the pipe clips to the truss one by one.
Tighten the M12 nut to a 30 Nm torque (max.). -
Secure the M12 nut by handtighten the butterfly nut against the nut.
Check all pipe clips carefully for secure fit.
Unload the speaker or array only after fixing all pipe clips and checking for secure fit.
Mounting on the Ground
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Note that the number of required pipe clips is always one more than the number of speakers included in the array. (See also example 1.)
If you want to mount multiple speakers on top of each other to a truss, you may want to interconnect them with each other on the ground.
Interconnect the speakers as described in the VIDA L Speaker user’s manual. -
Note that moving the mounting brackets/handholds might be necessary in order to freely position the speakers to the truss. For that purpose, align the mounting-bracket/handhold position on the speaker with the truss struts.
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Move the pipe clips on the mounting brackets/handholds as necessary.
Attach the pipe clips to the truss one by one.
Tighten the M12 nut to a 30 Nm torque (max.).
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Secure the M12 nut by hand- tighten the butterfly nut against the nut.
Check all pipe clips carefully for secure fit.
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Danger! Risk of injury from falling objects!
Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!
Warning
When the final pipe clip has been mounted, double-check all interconnect points of the entire speaker configuration for secure fit.
Carefully raise the truss with the speakers mounted using an appropriate lift, then integrate it into your statically tested truss structure.
Speaker installation is now complete, so you can start the cabling.
Dismounting
Warning
Dismounting the speaker system requires two persons or a suitable lift for
carrying and handling.
Tip
Basically, dismounting the speakers is performed in reverse order of the
installation process.
When dismounting is completed, store all speakers and accessories in the
transportation case. This way, they cannot get lost and are always at hand
when needed. In addition, the parts are protected at least temporarily against
the effects of unfavorable weather conditions, etc.
Warning
- Secure the speaker or array using a VIDA L flying frame, a VIDA L flying bracket, or an appropriate lift before releasing the pipe clips.
- Open the pipe clips carefully.
- Separate the speaker or array from the truss.
- Dismount the array as described in the speaker user’s manual.
- Place all speakers into transportation cases.
- Mounting brackets/handholds can be stored together with the VIDA L in the transportation case. This ensures the accessories cannot get lost.
Dimensions and Weight
- Handhold weight (incl. bolts): 0.5 kg
- Pipe-clip weight: 0.25 kg
Transportation and Storage
Always protect all metal parts from even temporary moisture. Store, transport,
and use the accessories in dry environments only. Speaker accessories are not
designed for prolonged use in corrosive environments.
Make sure that the system is adequately ventilated during longer storage
periods so any residual moisture can escape from the equipment.
In addition, protect all system parts and VIDA L accessories from mechanical
strains in order to prevent damage.
Care and Maintenance
For the owner and user, it is mandatory to be aware that speaker accessories
used to fly or mount the speakers are fundamentally safety-relevant.
Over time, the accessories may exhibit signs of wear, for example, from
mechanical strain, transport damage, corrosion, or improper handling.
As a basic principle, you must visually inspect the speaker accessory before
and after you use it. For fixed installations, you must inspect it for signs
of wear at regular intervals.
Warning
When performing those checks, particularly look for deformations, cracks,
dents, damage to threads, and corrosion. Also check slings and lifts (e.g.
shackles, chains, and steel ropes) carefully for wear and deformation.
If as a result of these checks any uncertainty should arise with regard to
safety or if specific faults are found, stop using the accessories and send in
the product to KLING & FREITAG GMBH for inspection and repairs, if necessary.
Inspection regulations may vary depending on application and country of use.
Observe all applicable regulations; when in doubt, contact the local
authorities.
Many countries require regular inspection of mounting components and
accessories. An additional annual inspection is typically required to be
performed by a technical expert. Moreover, a legally certified or official
authority must perform a detailed inspection every four years.
Therefore, be sure to maintain an inspection log. Enter the values determined
for each speaker and accessory during the periodic checks into this log. This
way, relevant data are always at hand in case of inspection. The log should
also document maintenance measures and inspection intervals and contain parts
lists.
Appendix
The figures below show product information on the specified pipe clip by
Doughty.
Danger!
Risk of injury from falling objects!
Warning
Improperly mounted speakers are not safe for suspending. Objects falling down
impose a deadly risk for people standing near-by!
Be sure to use exclusively the types of pipe clips and pipe clip screws
specified for use with the VIDA L mounting bracket/handhold by KLING &
FREITAG.
Refer to the manufacturer’s website indicated below for updates to relevant
information.
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