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VTX A12

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Page 1: ...VTX A12 Rigging Manual...

Page 2: ...ENERAL INFORMATION VTX A12 Rigging Manual Document Number 1000297495 Version A Distribution Date 5 30 2017 Copyright 2017 by HARMAN International all rights reserved JBL PROFESSIONAL 8500 Balboa Blvd...

Page 3: ...ngineering support the human factor and technical tools that are key to the proper specification and configuration of the VTX system in any venue anywhere in the world The VTX Series is a result of JB...

Page 4: ...ay Link TM 13 6 VTX A12 INTRODUCTION 14 7 A12 RIGGING SYSTEM OVERVIEW 15 7 1 A12 Rigging Closeup 15 7 2 VTX A12 Angle Lock Mechanism 16 7 3 VTX A12 Angle Selection 17 8 A12 VT AND TRANSPORTATION 18 8...

Page 5: ...Stack 36 10 3 Attach the next Stack 37 10 4 Repeat until Completed 39 11 DISASSEMBLING AN A12 ARRAY 40 11 1 Open the Angle Locks and attach the VT 40 11 2 Close the Angle Locks and Move Pins to Storag...

Page 6: ...RMAN International declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in confor mity with the following standards STANDARD DESCRIPTION TEST AGENCY 2006 42 EC M...

Page 7: ...els SPL sufficient to cause permanent hearing damage to performers production crew and audience members Cau tion should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB 14 Read the Syste...

Page 8: ...one making use of this information assumes all liability arising from such use All information presented herein is based upon materials and practices common to North America and may not directly apply...

Page 9: ...f corrosion bending or any other condition that may decrease the strength of the fastener Additionally any eyebolts shall be checked for possible spin out of the enclosure For all other hardware and f...

Page 10: ...e 18 x A12 18 x A12 ARRAY FRAME NOTES LIMIT VTX A12 VT GND Using VTX A12 VT with VTX A12 VT GND outriggers 6 x A12 3 1 SUSPENDED ARRAY LIMITS 3 2 GROUND STACK ARRAY LIMITS Notes Safe Limit The safe li...

Page 11: ...EB Extension Bar VTX A12 VT Vertical Transporter VTX A12 VT CVR Cover VTX A12 VT GND Ground Stack Preliminary VTX Delta Delta Plate Preliminary CAUTION Always use components and accessories specified...

Page 12: ...in the venue for accurate position dependent response prediction Additionally subwoofer modeling is now offered Subwoofer delay values can be generated for electronic subwoofer array steering EDS usi...

Page 13: ...s compatible with iOS and Android and can be obtained from the respective app store for each OS The intended workflow for the Array Link app is for the system designer or lead tech to compute all the...

Page 14: ...JBL Professional is the world s leading manufacturer of loudspeaker systems using custom designed and built drivers for optimal perfor mance VTX A12 s new high frequency HF section features three uni...

Page 15: ...net splay angle selection is done while the system is still on the ground simply by moving the angle selection QRP quick release pin to the desired position When speakers are lifted off the VTX A12 VT...

Page 16: ...stem the Angle Lock mechanism is released so that the cabinets can collapse again and be set on the VTX A12 VT at 10 degrees Press the release button to unlock the mechanism When the button is pressed...

Page 17: ...on the ground When the sys tem is on the ground the quick release pins are not under load and can freely move to the desired position During transportation VTX A12 cabinets should always be set to 10...

Page 18: ...for additional protection 8 1 INSTALLING VTX A12 CABINETS ON A VTX A12 VT At the first time of use VTX A12 cabinets should be installed on the VTX A12 VT one by one starting with the lowermost cabine...

Page 19: ...aligned and the rigging arms are engaged Use the 4 Quick Release Pins 2 on each side and secure the A12 cabinet to the A12 below Set the cabinet side angle to the 10 degree STORAGE position and make...

Page 20: ...stabilizes the carts during transportation Because of it s flat profile other gear can be placed above VTX A12 carts for a more efficient truck pack STEPS Lower the VT TOP on to the topmost VTX A12 c...

Page 21: ...ed together for storage STEPS Line up the corners of the VTX A12 VT and the VT TOP Lower the VT TOP on to the VTX A12 VT until all 4 corner connection pointst engage Use the 4 x Quick Release Pins fou...

Page 22: ...gether for storage STEPS Rotate the VT wheels so that the wheels are pointed to the inside of the VT Line up the wheels with the VT TOP stacking cups Stack the two parts together Repeat until all VTs...

Page 23: ...e without using the VT TOP STEPS Rotate the VT wheels so that the wheels are pointed to the inside of the VT Line up the wheels Stack the two parts together Repeat until all VTs are stacked together C...

Page 24: ...VTX A12 Rigging Manual 24 2 286mm 90 00 2434 4mm 96 00 8 6 TRUCK PACKING DIMENSIONS...

Page 25: ...using the VTX A12 AF EB Extension Bar One Extension Bar is included with the frame and a second extension bar can be added to facilitate side by side suspension 9 1 ARRAY FRAME OVERVIEW FRONT EXTENSIO...

Page 26: ...sion and one for cable relief Two Quick Release Pins are included for attaching the Extension Bar to the Array Frame TIP The VTX A12 AF Extension Bar is only compatible with 5 8 shackles Three 5 8 sha...

Page 27: ...S First line up the Extension Bar with the connection tabs on the Array Frame Lower the Extension Bar on to the Array Frame Use the two included Quick Release Pins to secure the Extension Bar to the A...

Page 28: ...2 to maintain the structural integrity of the bar Even at 51mm apart the spacing is not frequent enough for precise sub degree aiming and a shackle position is needed between two holes The 3 attachme...

Page 29: ...with a shackle hole in the A position Sliding to the B posi tion may better align the preferred shackle attach ment point in the LAC prediction with an available physical position on the extension ba...

Page 30: ...e can facilitate up to 2 x A12 Extension Bars STEPS Place the Extension Bar longways Left to Right across the top of the Array Frame ensuring that the label side of the Extension Bar is pointed upward...

Page 31: ...can be used when the LAC predic tion indicates that more up tilt is needed to reach the de sired array site angle The Array Frame remains attached to the array in the standard position but the Extens...

Page 32: ...X A12 Array Frame Before using the additional attachment tabs must be installed to the outer Extension Bar locations using the manufactur er supplied bolts and locking nuts To attach side by side VTX...

Page 33: ...The images below illustrate proper configurations for attaching VTX A12 Extension Bars and where suspension points should be attached to the Extension Bars Sus pension points should never be connected...

Page 34: ...sure that the top cabinet is set to the correct angle and ensure that the Array Frame is oriented in the proper di rection Lift the frame over the top A12 cabinet on the cart and place it resting on t...

Page 35: ...and straightforward process Carefully follow the next few steps to correctly and safely suspend an array STEPS Using the quick release pins QPR s located at the Angle Selection Panel select the desire...

Page 36: ...d the sound of pins sliding past locking points will be heard Each cabinet will stop expanding when it reaches the correct inter enclosure angle When all cabinets are set and the array is suspended a...

Page 37: ...ront attachment points of the stacked cluster Ensure that the attachment points are aligned and then lower the suspended cluster until the front attachment points come together Insert the QRP s and at...

Page 38: ...grab the cluster by the rear VT handlebar and gently pull back towards the rear of the array While doing this lower the array so that the front wheels of the Vertical Transporter touch the ground Kee...

Page 39: ...VTX A12 Rigging Manual 39 10 4 REPEAT UNTIL COMPLETED Repeat the previous steps until the entire array has been assembled...

Page 40: ...mechanisms for the lower 4 cabinets This will enable the bottom 4 VTX A12 cabinets to collapse back together to the 10 degree position Attach the Vertical Transporter to the bottom cabinet by first co...

Page 41: ...es by pressing them forward until they click closed and are completely flush with the rear of the cabinet Remove the rear QRP s between the 4th and 5th cabinet from the ground These QRP s should move...

Page 42: ...VTX A12 Rigging Manual 42 11 3 REPEAT STEPS TO DISCONNECT THE NEXT 4 CABINETS Repeat the previous steps to disconnect and store the next 4 cabinets of the array...

Page 43: ...VTX A12 Rigging Manual 43 11 4 REPEAT STEPS TO DISASSEMBLE THE ARRAY...

Page 44: ...or to determine mechanical safety 2 Refer to the 2D and 3D Customer Drawings for more detailed dimensions 3 Weight includes AF and EB Shackles and other rigging parts not included JBL continually enga...

Page 45: ...e limit always use the JBL Line Array Calculator to determine mechanical safety 2 Refer to the 2D and 3D Customer Drawings for more detailed dimensions 3 Array Frame shackles and other rigging parts n...

Page 46: ...ger than the safe limit always use the JBL Line Array Calculator to determine mechanical safety 2 Refer to the 2D and 3D Customer Drawings for more detailed dimensions 3 Shackles and other rigging par...

Page 47: ...ome materials production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy For this reason any current JBL product may diff...

Page 48: ...igger accessory for ground stacking VTX A12 cabinets 2 Refer to the 2D and 3D Customer Drawings for more detailed dimensions 3 Weight does not include VTX A12 cabinets and cover JBL continually engage...

Page 49: ...U S A 800 8JBLPRO 800 852 5776 www JBLservice com Professional Contacts Outside the USA Contact the JBL Professional Distributor in your area A complete list of JBL Professional international distribu...

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