KLIPSCH KI-398-B-RGL LOUDSPEAKER
The following guidelines are for installation of Klipsch KI-398-B-RGL
speakers as Behind Screen main speakers for Front Left/Right/Center
applications and can be referred to for special applications such as
front height speakers used in select digital sound formats.
The KI-398-B-RGL speakers are installed behind screen in a pre-
determined number of vertical line arrays (up to six speakers can
be assembled in one array) and the number of vertical line arrays
(and speakers in one array) is predetermined by the desired output
(SPL) and coverage based upon the size of the auditorium. The number
of arrays, the number of speakers in each of those arrays and the
positioning of each array for a particular cinema should be communicated
via a blueprint or equivalent method from the acoustic engineer who
originally determined the proper SPL and coverage for that cinema.
All arrays must be suspended from a solid structure (such as a
scaffolding or other solid structure) built in the space behind the screen.
NOTE: The user assumes all responsibility and liability for the proper
design, installation and use of any rigging and mounting systems and
safe lifting to and attachment of all speakers/arrays to those rigging
and mounting systems. Any structure/wire cable/chain used to suspend
the KI-398-B-RGL speakers must be determined safe and capable
of supporting the weight of all speakers/arrays within an industry
standard Working Load Limit (WLL) and with a given Safety Factor by a
qualified structural engineer. This installation should only be performed
by competent and qualified persons possessing the proper hardware
and having adequate knowledge of safe rigging practices.
The KI-398-B-RGL speaker is equipped with four, 3/8” 16-threaded inserts
on the top, bottom and each side of the speaker cabinet. The speakers
are to be mounted in a horizontal position and connected together to
make a vertical array of up to six speakers utilizing Klipsch KI-398-MMA
Large Plate Mounting Kits, which are included in separate packaging with
the speakers.
NOTE: Before suspending any speaker system always inspect all
components (enclosure, rigging frames, eyebolts, track fittings, etc.)
for cracks, deformations, corrosion, missing, loose or damaged parts
that could reduce strength and/or safety of the array.
The arrays are assembled and then safely hoisted via a method approved
by a qualified rigging expert and/or qualified structural engineering
representative in order to safely position them at their appropriate point
on the structure (scaffolding) for attachment.
