HK AUDIO CXR-210 Flight and Tilt Rail of the Contour X 210 LT Instruction Manual
- July 17, 2024
- HK AUDIO
Table of Contents
HK AUDIO CXR-210 Flight and Tilt Rail of the Contour X 210 LT
Specifications
- Model: CXR-210
- Art. Nr.: 1008185
- Product: CONTOUR X 210LT Flight & Tilt Rail
- Version: 1.0
- Release Date: 04/2024
Product Usage Instructions
1. Safety Instructions
Before using the CONTOUR X 210LT, it is crucial to follow these safety instructions:
- Inspect rigging components and hardware before each use for defects, wear, and functionality.
- Ensure proper attachment of secondary safety devices to prevent accidents.
- Regularly inspect system components used in rigging according to manufacturer’s specifications.
- Secure the system against wind movement and follow guidelines for wind speed limits.
- Use only certified slings and hoists conforming to the appropriate regulations.
2. Mounting Instructions
Follow these steps for mounting the CONTOUR X 210LT:
- Refer to the Original Mounting Instructions 1.0 for detailed steps.
- Ensure proper installation of the flight & tilt rail as per the guidelines provided.
3. Warranty Information
Register your product warranty within 30 days of purchase at http://warranty.hkaudio.com. Contact HK Audio Technical Service for any post-purchase assitance.
FAQ
- Q: Can I use the CONTOUR X 210LT in windy conditions?
- A: The system must be removed or secured if wind speeds exceed the recommended limits. Follow safety guidelines for wind forces to prevent accidents.
- Q: How often should I inspect the rigging components?
- A: Rigging components should be inspected before each use by a competent person and periodically according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Q: What should I do if defects are found during inspections?
- A: If defects are found, the equipment must be withdrawn from use until properly repaired to ensure safety.
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Important notes on safety and use! Please read before use!
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Safety instructions
The suitability of the supporting structure or the load-bearing capacity of the structure, as well as the suitability and dimensioning of the attachment points must be ensured before installing the system. “Information on the load- bearing capacity of structures generally refers to static loads in a vertical direction (without dynamic load components). Attachment points on the supporting structure are regarded as interfaces to the structure and must be able to safely absorb loads. Attachment points are defined positions on the supporting structure, e.g. intersections on truss girders or eyelets permanently attached to the supporting structure. Below this interface to the structure, all elements in the load line are designed to be intrinsically safe. In addition, single-fault safety measures are implemented where necessary. The attachment of loads to structures is only permitted if the operator can provide clear information on the nominal load capacity of the attachment points. In particular, these are:
- Size of the rated load capacity
- Rated load capacity in relation to the direction of force
Only the attachment points approved by the operator may be used. The operator’s specifications for the load capacity of the attachment points must not be exceeded either during assembly and dismantling or during operation. A load-measuring device can be used for this purpose. When planning an event or production, dynamic forces, possible incident-induced loads and additional loads during operation as well as during assembly and dismantling must be taken into account in addition to the dead loads. For example, additional forces arise due to inclined bracing and acceleration of loads as well as jerky stopping of moving loads.” (Source: DGUV Information 215-313). In addition, the respective national law must be observed. The suitability and sufficient load-bearing capacity of the components used in connection with the system in the load line (e.g. shackles and other slings, lanyards, tensioning elements, hoists, load-bearing equipment) must be ensured for the application. Persons are only permitted to stand under the system if all (other) components in the load line are designed to be intrinsically safe. Elements that are not expressly intended for use above persons may be suitable under certain circumstances if they are loaded to a maximum of half the specified load capacity. Round slings made of synthetic fi bres may not be used over people without additional securing. In addition, the respective national law must be observed. The operator is responsible for maintaining the safe operating condition and for the suitability of the elements used in the load line.
The operator must arrange for the following inspections to be carried out:
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Inspection of the components of the rigging hardware (flight rail, the rigging hardware attached to the speaker cabinet and all other components used for rigging) before first use and thereafter periodically by a qualified/competent person to ensure that they are in a safe operating condition.
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After particular damage-causing events (e.g. crash, overloading of system components), the operator must arrange for an extraordinary inspection of the a¯ ected components by a competent person.
The applicable national laws and regulations must be observed with regard to the type, deadlines and scope of the inspections. The operating conditions must be taken into account. However, the scope of testing for the inspection before initial commissioning, periodic inspection, and inspection after particular damage-causing events include at least the following criteria: Condition, damage, cracks, deformation, corrosion, functionality/mobility, wear, fastening and securing of detachable connections, e¯ effectiveness of interlocks, completeness of connecting elements, legibility of type plate/permissible load capacity.
The inspection interval for the periodic inspection must not be more than one year. The inspections must be documented. -
The components of the rigging hardware (fl right rail, the rigging hardware attached to the speaker cabinet and all other components used for rigging) must be checked for visible defects, wear, functionality, apparent operational safety and legibility of markings by a person instructed with regard to this inspection at least before each use.
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If defects are found that impair safety or if the markings can no longer be clearly identified, the work equipment must be withdrawn from further use until it has been properly repaired.
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The secondary safety devices (safeties) must be attached to the following points on the mid/high units: – Suitable attachment points are openings for attaching the shackles – The attachment of secondary safety devices to parts of the mid/high units other than those mentioned here is prohibited.
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Direct attachment (without flight rail) must only be carried out as described in these instructions. To tilt the lifted system using slings, only double-stranded slings that are also designed for edge loading or equipped with edge protection may be used. It must be ensured that the shackles attached under the mid/high unit can align freely and are not subjected to diagonal pull. Attach the sling to the mid/high units using the wide lugs in the center of the speakers – it is forbidden to attach it in the intermediate position (between two speakers).
The components used in connection with the attachment or rigging of the system
(e.g. hoists, slings, lanyards) must be inspected periodically by competent
persons, taking into account the ambient conditions, the respective
manufacturer’s specifications and the respective national regulations, and
before each installation by instructed persons. The operator must carry out a
risk assessment for the respective use of the system. Among other things, the
suitability of the components used, the deadlines and scope of the inspection
of the work equipment and the suitability of the personnel deployed must be
checked. With regard to the assembly and dismantling of the systems, the need
for measures such as barriers and coordination of the trades involved must
also be determined on a case-by-case basis. Conditions of use and interactions
with the working environment must be taken into account. The flown system must
be secured against twisting and unintentional movement in the event of wind.
This is done by attaching safety cords to the openings for attaching the
shackles.
Do not use in windy conditions with impermissible wind speeds. The system must
be removed or lowered and secured by the time wind force 8 or a gust wind
speed of 20 m/s is reached. Measures must be planned, coordinated and carried
out professionally. Only slings and hoists certified by their manufacturer as
conforming to 2006/42/EC (outside the scope of 2006/42/EC of equivalent
quality in accordance with the respective national regulations) may be used in
rigging operations. Only personnel who are trained and qualified for the
respective task may be deployed. This applies to assembly, dismantling,
operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and inspection.
To create a system consisting of several mid/high units for rigging operation,
these must first be fully connected to each other on the top side before
lifting. The system may then only be lifted high enough for the connections to
be made on the underside. Only once the mid/high units have been fully
connected to each other can the system be lifted further. The connections of
the individual components of the flight rail are self-locking and may only be
loosened/replaced by the manufacturer or by a specialist company authorized by
the manufacturer. To avoid swaying when lifting loads using a hoist, make sure
the load’s center of gravity is vertically below the hoist. Suitable and
sufficient lighting must be provided for assembly/dismantling, cleaning,
troubleshooting, maintenance and repair. National regulations must be observed
in this respect. Materials must be stored securely on a sufficiently stable
surface. Tra© c routes, in particular escape and rescue routes, as well as fi
re fiextinguishing equipment, must always be kept clear at the place of use.
Operating the system outdoors, including any work carried out on the system,
is prohibited during thunderstorms. If there is a thunderstorm on the way when
used outdoors: Stop work, do not touch any conductive parts, do not stand
under/near raised systems. If possible, go to a safe room/area. Weather
forecasts must be continuously monitored. Read these instructions. Keep these
instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and
in this manual.
- Do not place objects containing liquid on the product – vases, glasses, bottles etc.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do not remove any covers or sections of the housing.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as:
- If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
- If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
- If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
- Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other devices that produce heat.
- Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on the product.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
- When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/product combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer, this applies for all kinds of accessories, for example, protective covers, transport bags, stands, wall or ceiling mounting equipment. In case of attaching any kind of accessories to the product, always follow the instructions for use, provided by the manufacturer. Never use fixing points on the product other than specifi ed by the manufacturer.
- No objects should be inserted through the housing openings.
- This device is capable of producing sound pressure levels of more than 90 dB.
This could lead to permanent hearing damage!
Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Wear hearing protection if continuously exposed to such high levels.
- The manufacturer only guarantees the safety, reliability and efficiency of this product if:
- Assembly, extension, re-adjustment, modifications or repairs are carried out by the manufacturer or by persons authorized to do so.
- The unit is used in accordance with the operating instructions.
- This product is optimized for use with music and voice content. Using this product with a sine wave, square wave or another kind of measuring signal at higher level may lead to severe damage of the product.
Introduction
The CXR-210 is the optional fl ight & tilting rail for precise angling of the
CONTOUR X 210 LT. It allows a single speaker to be angled up to a horizontal
array of four speakers at just one mounting point with 44 different angle
options.
Dimensions & technical specifications
ICF Integrated Cluster- & Flyware
The CONTOUR X 210 LT is equipped with integrated cluster & flatware (ICF), allowing several speakers to be connected directly to form a horizontal array, and the speakers to be fl own without additional accessories.
Upper ICF
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Flap for connecting the speakers to form a horizontal array
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Insertion opening for connector fl ap of an additional speaker
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QRP (Quick Release Pin) for securing the fl aps when parked and when connected
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Pick a point for attaching a shackle for flying as a single speaker and in a horizontal triple array
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Pick point for attaching a shackle for flying in a horizontal array of two or four.
Flying without the CXR-210 tilt bracket results in the following angles:- Single: 6°
- A cluster of 2: 8°
- Cluster of 3: 2°
- Cluster of 4: 1°
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Rear access
- Flap for connecting the speakers to form a horizontal array
- Insertion opening for connector flap of an additional speaker
- QRP (Quick Release Pin) for securing the flaps when parked and when connected
- 36mm stand flange mounting opening for stands for individual application
- Lower pick point for attaching a shackle (also suitable for securing the CONTOUR X 210 LT)
- Rear access. This is also used to securely attach a sling for tilting without using the CXR-210 flight rail
Mounting the CXR-210 flight rail
Flying the CONTOUR X 210 LT in a horizontal array with the CXR-210 rigging rail
- Only move the speakers with the assistance of another person, to avoid possible injuries
- Place the speakers connected to form a horizontal array on a flat surface (for clustering, see instructions on connecting the speakers to form a horizontal array)
- The CONTOUR X 210 LT has a mounting point for attaching the CXR-210 in the centre of the upper ICF, as well as on the side edge of the upper ICF
- The mounting point in the centre of the ICF must be used to fly a single speaker or a horizontal array of three. The CXR-210 flight rail is designed to fit into the intended mount in one direction only. After attaching the CXR-210, the QRP must be pushed into the openings provided in the flight rail to secure it until it clicks into place with an audible click
- To fly a horizontal array of two and a horizontal array of four, the mounting point between the connected speakers must be used. The CXR-210 flight rail is designed to fit into the intended mount in one direction only. After attaching the CXR-210, the QRP must be pushed into the openings provided in the flight rail to secure it until it clicks into place with an audible click
- Connect the horizontal array at the desired angle (see table with 44 angle options) to the designated pick point using a shackle, insert the threaded bolt and secure by tightening the nut. Secure the connection with the spring pin (split pin) to further secure it
- Raise the horizontal array to working height (approx. 1.50 m) using the chain hoist
- Slide the QRPs on the underside (lower ICF) for securing the flaps into the openings provided in the flaps on both sides of the respective speakers until they click into place with an audible click
- Pull the horizontal array to the desired height
- Heads Up: Suitable secondary securing devices (safeties) must always be used. A securing element (safety) must be installed in such a way that it does not allow any fall distance. If a fall distance is unavoidable, it must be minimised as far as possible. A secondary securing device can only be omitted if all components in the load line are intrinsically safe, can only be released with tools, and are secured against self-release.
- Heads Up: If the individual speaker or the cluster is raised or lowered, it is prohibited for people to stand underneath it!
Angle table
Intended use
Rigging
Please read these instructions carefully before starting assembly and always have them available when working on or with the system!
Use
Intended use for the rigging hardware
The rigging hardware, consisting of the ICF (Integrated Cluster & Flyware) and
CXR-210 rigging rail, is intended for permanent or temporary “flown”
(suspended) installation of the CONTOUR X 210 LT speakers from HK Audio, in
accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
Any use other than that described here is considered improper use. The
manufacturer is not liable for any resulting damage from this. Intended use
also includes observing all instructions in the operating instructions and
carrying out all necessary inspection and maintenance work. The applicable
national laws and regulations must be observed. The configuration and load
conditions must be adjusted using the EASE Focus 3 software before
installation.
The system must be assembled and dismantled as described in the operating
instructions.
The connections must be made properly and fully: two mounting points per
speaker pair (one in the upper ICF and one in the lower ICF) for clustering
via the flaps and the quick-release pins.
- Warranty and liability HK Audio is not responsible for damage caused by improper use or by contravention of applicable law or the safety instructions in the operating instructions. Warranty and liability claims for personal injury and damage to property are excluded if they are due to one or more of the following causes:
- Failure to observe the instructions given in the operating instructions may invalidate claims under product liability and warranty claims
- Improper use of the rigging hardware (ICF or ICF in combination with the CXR-210 rigging rail)
- Disregarding the instructions in the operating instructions regarding transport, storage, commissioning, installation, dismantling, operation, maintenance, repair, inspection and disposal of the system components.
- Unauthorized structural changes to parts of the system
- Unauthorized changes to the parameters specified in the operating instructions
Unauthorized or improperly performed repairs
Intended use of the rigging rail
Used as part of the rigging hardware, the rigging rail is intended for the permanent or temporary “flown” (suspended) installation of one to a maximum of four HK Audio CX-210 LT mid/high units. The rigging hardware is intended for use in hoist operation as well as for assembly without a hoist. When permanently installed without a hoist, the product is not used as a lifting accessory within the meaning of the Machinery Directive. In other words, this type of application is not fully considered in this risk assessment. This only considers the possibility of interactions, e.g. possible damage to the rigging hardware during assembly without hoist operation, which may have an impact during subsequent operation using hoists. Holding loads above persons is considered to be in accordance with the intended use. Any use other than that described above is prohibited.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse.
The following applications are considered non-intended and are therefore prohibited:
- Any use other than that specified as intended is generally not permitted
- Use of the rigging hardware for fl own operation of non-system speakers or other loads
- Overloading the rigging hardware or individual components of the rigging hardware, overloading any hoist used, overloading slings used such as shackles, ropes, and chains.
- Rigging a cluster consisting of more than 4 mid/high units
- Incorrect or incomplete connection of the components*
- The use of non-system components to connect the mid/high units to each other
- Overloading and/or instability of the supporting structure to which the hoist/system is attached
- Lifting loads with the center of gravity not perpendicular to the hoist’s attachment point
- Use of unsuitable or unauthorized components*
- Use of faulty components*
- Use outside the permissible temperature ranges
- Use at unauthorized wind speeds
- Infl uence of aggressive media on the components’ material*
- Operation in areas in which the formation of a hazardous explosive atmosphere cannot be ruled out
- Transport or storage of the components where they are exposed to damaging influences (e.g. heat, moisture, aggressive media, high mechanical forces)
- Unauthorized changes to system components
- Improper repairs to system components
- Moving loads over people
concerns components of the rigging harness as well as components used with it, e.g. hoist, slings, parts of the supporting structure Storage, maintenance and repair of rigging hardware
Storage, putting away when not in use
If the rigging hardware is not in use, it must be protected from damage- causing influences.
Maintenance
Wear parts or standard parts that are easy to replace can be replaced by the user with the express approval of the manufacturer and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Original spare parts must always be used. Screws and screw connections must be tightened if necessary.
Cleaning
Only mild soapsuds or similar cleaning agents may be used to clean the rigging hardware. Protect the components from aggressive media such as acids or strong alkaline solutions.
Repairs
The manufacturer shall decide whether deformed parts of the load suspension device can be repaired. All welding and repair work on the load suspension device is carried out by the manufacturer. Technical data of the CONTOUR X 210 LT rigging hardware
Maximum load capacity:
CXR-210 rigging rail 160 kg (max. working load) Coe©cient used for static testing: 3x Permissible ambient temperature during operation: –10° to +60°C Permissible wind speed: <8 on the Beaufort scale, gust speed <20 m/s
Maximum number of flown speakers
A maximum of 4 CONTOUR X 210 LT units are permitted in a cluster for the CXR-210. For the ICF (Integrated Cluster & Flyware) the maximum is 4 units. The rigging mechanics are designed for standard clusters. Please refer to the examples in the overview on page 20. When determining the flown loads, please note that the weights of motors, cables, and other slings must be added!
Modifying the CONTOUR X 210 LT rigging hardware
No design modifications may be made without the manufacturer’s authorization. This applies in particular to welding on load-bearing parts. Conversion measures require the written consent of the manufacturer.
Original HK Audio accessories
Only use original HK Audio accessories. The manufacturer’s product liability shall not apply if third-party parts are used! Assembly must be carried out in accordance with the rigging manual! Keep all documents relating to the system in a safe place!
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