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8.4.2 Periodic 

Inspection 

Perform complete and thorough inspections on a routine, periodic basis. The interval between 
inspections and scope of the inspections will depend on the frequency of system usage and the 
conditions of use. This interval must not exceed 1 year. 
 

DANGER: Should any of the below listed types of damage exist, immediately remove the 
affected part from service for repair or replacement. 

 

8.4.3 Complete 

Inspection 

A complete inspection should include, but not be limited to, looking for the types of damage or 
failures listed in each group: 
 

8.4.4 Rigging 

Components 

1. Bends 
2. Breaks 
3. Broken 

parts 

4. Corrosion 
5. Cracks 
6.  Cracks in welded joints 
7. Deformation 
8. Denting 
9. Wear 
10.  Loose parts or fasteners 
11.  Missing parts or fasteners 
12.  Binding Hinges, Hinge joints or Hinge Tubes 
 

8.4.5 Loudspeaker 

Enclosures 

1.  Cracks or breaks in the wood 
2.  Cracks or bends in the covers 

8.4.6 Fly-Bar 

1. Bends 
2. Cracks 
3. Cracked 

welds 

4. Worn 

spots 

 

8.4.7 Connecting 

Pins 

1. Out-of-roundness 
2.  Plunger binding or other improper 

operation 

3.  Loss of plunger spring action 
4.  Missing ball bearings 
 

8.4.8 Caster 

Pallets 

1.  Cracks or breaks in the wood 
2. Bent 

wheels 

3.  Wheels that bind when swiveled or rolled 
4. Damaged 

tires 

 

8.5 MAINTENANCE 

8.5.1 Performance 

Testing 

Listening tests and/or formal measurements should be done periodically. The interval between 
such tests will depend on the frequency of system usage and the conditions of use. All 
transducers should be tested for functionality and proper performance. A sine wave sweep at 
approximately 10% of rated power will usually reveal transducer and/or enclosure problems in the 
form of distortion, buzzes, or rattles. 

 
8.5.2 Cleaning 

Clean the exterior surfaces of the enclosures as required, using a damp cloth to remove any dust 
or dirt. After cleaning, use a clean dry cloth to remove any excess moisture. 
 

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the exterior finishes do not use cleaning solvents or abrasives. 

 

8.5.3 

Cosmetic Field Repairs 

While the enclosure paint finish and wood is of high quality and durability, mars, marks, and other 
blemishes will likely appear from normal use. For paint touchup, contact the EAW Service 
Department for original factory paint (Sherwin-Williams Polane® 700T, water reducible 
polyurethane-acrylic enamel) and instructions for its application. Otherwise, use the closest match 
to this paint from a local Sherwin-Williams dealer. For cosmetically damaged wood, use common 
woodworking methods and materials as appropriate for the damage. 

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Summary of Contents for SB730

Page 1: ...KF730 SB730 LOUDSPEAKER OWNER S MANUAL Including KF730P SB730P EAW Part RD0169...

Page 2: ...Page 2 of 28 RD0169 A KF730 SB730 OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 3: ...m 9 5 4 Signal Processing 9 5 5 Amplifier Gain Settings 10 5 6 User Adjustments 10 5 7 Amplifier Power Requirements 10 5 8 Input Connections 12 6 RIGGING 15 6 1 Rigging Warnings 15 6 2 Suspension Load...

Page 4: ...butor or EAW The following are the descriptions of the safety precautions CAUTION describes an operating condition or user action that may expose the equipment or user to potential damage or danger WA...

Page 5: ...for this purpose is provided in this manual 2 2 KF730P AND SB730P The KF730P and SB730P are physically configured for permanent installation Rigging information for the KF730P and SB730P is provided w...

Page 6: ...an IBM compatible PC with the Windows 98 Windows 98SE Windows 2000 Windows ME Windows XP or Windows NT operating systems It is not designed to work with Windows 3 x Windows 95 or Macintosh operating...

Page 7: ...or correct array assembly Mechanical assistance will be required to lift and position enclosures for arrays taller than approximately 5 feet 4 4 SUBWOOFERS 4 4 1 General Considerations Although the im...

Page 8: ...osures is about 1 ft 0 3 m The SB730 should be suspended in a flat fronted configuration 4 4 4 Other Subwoofers Other subwoofers such as the EAW s SBX220 SB600z SB1000z or BH760 can also be used with...

Page 9: ...he energy at any particular point Simply put less curvature turns the volume up and more curvature turns the volume down If you understand this point you understand how a KF730 array works Specificall...

Page 10: ...er levels at the amplifiers in order to achieve consistent SPL at various distances This is achieved by adjusting the array curvature as described above 5 6 USER ADJUSTMENTS 5 6 1 Equalization EAW rec...

Page 11: ...ucers are exercised to a point of damage or failure The test signal has a 6 dB crest factor peak to average ratio A maximum continuous voltage limit for the loudspeaker is then determined based on the...

Page 12: ...7 1 would indicate impractical amplifier sizes such as 11 200 W for the LF section of eight KF730s In such cases multiple amplifier channels each powering fewer KF730s would be more practical 5 7 4 Op...

Page 13: ...an loop up to eight KF730s and three additional SB730s With the maximum combination the nominal load for each of the four amplified signals is 2 ohms SYSTEM INPUT NL8MP PIN 1 SB730 SUB 1 PIN 1 SB730 S...

Page 14: ...s at the nominal load impedances listed While wire gauges smaller than those listed may be used damping factor reductions and power losses may become significant The table includes the overall nominal...

Page 15: ...equipment injury or death CAUTION A KF730 weighs approximately 77 lb 35 kg This along with the physical size means that one person may be able to lift and carry it However always use proper lifting t...

Page 16: ...igging methods are 1 Employ one chain motor attached to particular Center Hole dictated by the KF730 Wizard This will automatically result in the correct array tilt angle when all enclosures are flown...

Page 17: ...ar The particular holes used will determine the splay angles between the loudspeaker aiming axes The rear splays required for these splay angles and the Hinge and Hinge Tube Holes to use to achieve th...

Page 18: ...Tubes on each enclosure When ground stacking creating splays between enclosures REQUIRES the use of locking pins to create rear splays Each KF730 is supplied with six 1 5 in Quick Release Pins Two of...

Page 19: ...all three of the supplied Quick Release Pins in each of the two rear Hinge Tubes with their handle ends inwards Always insert one in the top hole of each Hinge Tube passing through the top hole of its...

Page 20: ...ff the pallet and lay it down positioned so its hinges are on top and it is directly below the rigging point The KF730 may be laid on the floor or on a standard road case lid at a comfortable working...

Page 21: ...hes the front of the KF730 5 Slide the two front Hinges of the KF730 into the suspended SB730 s front Hinge Tubes 6 Attach the Hinges to the Hinge Tubes by inserting a Quick Release Pin removed in Ste...

Page 22: ...7 7 Setting the Tilt Angle for the Entire Array Normally the easiest method is to use a clinometer such as a simple bubble type angle finder pictured More sophisticated albeit more expensive electron...

Page 23: ...esired stacking location position the KF730 Fly Bar on the floor so it is resting on its leveling feet This will be upside down from its normal orientation for suspension oriented with the corner hing...

Page 24: ...the Hinges on the enclosure are on the bottom 2 Lift the enclosure onto the stack mating the alignment pads and recesses between them 3 Remove the four Quick Release Pins from the Hinges of the upper...

Page 25: ...eaw com 7 2 SERVICE INFORMATION For questions about troubleshooting or servicing a KF730 or SB730 contact EAW Service Department Shipping One Main Street Whitinsville MA 01588 USA Tel 508 234 6001 Tel...

Page 26: ...ted noises In other cases they may stop functioning Use your ears and test signals or other sound source to determine which one is at fault Normally a faulty transducer requires service or replacement...

Page 27: ...or breaks in the wood 2 Bent wheels 3 Wheels that bind when swiveled or rolled 4 Damaged tires 8 5 MAINTENANCE 8 5 1 Performance Testing Listening tests and or formal measurements should be done peri...

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