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Balanced Inputs: Connect to the plug as shown.

Unbalanced Inputs: Connect to the plug as shown. 

Output

Both the KLA12 and KLA181 have discrete, direct LINE OUT male XLR connectors 

(Figure 26, 4)

, wired in parallel with the LINE IN. The signal on the 

LINE OUT is exactly equivalent to the signal on the LINE IN.

The level of the signal on the LINE OUT XLR is not affected by the ATTEN setting for that loudspeaker.

Making Audio Connections

Refer to 

Figure 26

 and 

Figure 29

.

The loop-thru cables supplied in the package are designed for use in a single array.

1.  Connect the audio source (male XLR plug) to the LINE IN female XLR connector 

(1)

 on the amplifier.

2.  If you are using the audio loop-thru connections, connect the female end of an XLR Audio Loop-thru 

Cable (supplied) to the LINE OUT connector 

(Figure 26, 4)

 on the first amplifier in the loop-thru 

chain.

3.  Connect the male end of the XLR Audio Loop-thru Cable to the LINE IN 

(Figure 26, 1)

 of the next 

loudspeaker amplifier in the loop-thru chain.

4.  Continue this process until all the audio connections for the loudspeakers in the array are made.

System Power

For safety reasons, it is important to follow the proper power connection and disconnection sequence as addressed in this section. 

Proper power on/off sequencing can help to prevent unexpected sounds from being produced by the system (pops, clicks, thumps). These sounds are 
unpleasant and can take away from the overall professionalism of the presentation. Always follow the rule that loudspeakers are “last on, first off”.

ROTE!:

 

The KLA12 employs a universal power supply, capable of operating the system with input AC power voltages ranging from 

100 – 240 VAC at 50 – 60 Hz. Use only the power cable that is correct for your location.

Connect Loop-thru Power Cables

The KLA Series features a loop-thru power connector system. Using four powerCON® Loop-thru cables, and one 
AC powerCON® Power Cord, you can power up to a maximum of five KLA loudspeakers on a single 15 amp/120 V 
(8 amp/240 V) electrical circuit. The loop-thru connectors are color coded (blue = AC IN / grey = AC OUT) and keyed 
differently to make sure the connections are correct.

 AARNRNG!:

 

The amplifier POWER switches do not remove AC mains power from the loop-thru 

cables. If the AC mains is connected to one KLA12, electrical power is present on all connected 
loop-thru cables.

Refer to 

Figure 30.

1.  Make sure that all AC POWER switches 

(1)

 are off.

2.  Make sure that the AC mains power cord is not connected. AC mains is the last power connection in the sequence.

— Figure 30 — 

1 = shield (ground)
3 = minus (-)
2 = plus (+)

— Figure 31 —

1 = shield (ground)
3 = jumper to pin 1
2 = plus (+)

 

— Figure 32 — 

LINE IN

LINE OUT

— Figure 33 —

4 (Blue)

1

3 (Grey)

 

Summary of Contents for KLA series

Page 1: ...KLA12 12 2 way Loudspeaker KLA181 18 Subwoofer KLA AF12 Array Frame KLA Series User Manual TD 000319 00 A TD 000319 00...

Page 2: ...Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation opening Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stove...

Page 3: ...r judgment a manufacturing defect This warranty does not extend to any product which has been subjected to misuse neglect accident improper installation or where the date code has been removed or defa...

Page 4: ...c for cracks wear deformation corrosion missing loose or damaged parts that could reduce the strength of the assembly Discard any worn defective or suspect parts and replace them with new appropriatel...

Page 5: ...trinsic Correction KLA12 to correct for inherent characteristics of the loudspeakers waveguide and enclosures Ar Q to make equalization adjustments based on the number of KLA12s in the array Auto Stan...

Page 6: ...2 3 4 9 9 5 6 7 8 8 8 8 6 6 4 4 4 8 1 ABS enclosure 2 Steel grille 3 Front power LED 4 Handles 5 Power module 6 M10 installation points 3 7 Tilt Direct dual angle 0 or 9 pole socket 8 Slip resistant...

Page 7: ...ure 4 Figure 5 0 1 Baltic Birch enclosure 2 Steel grille 3 Front power LED 4 Handles 5 Power module 6 M10 installation points 4 7 Slip resistant feet 8 M20 threaded 35 mm pole mount 9 Side rigging pla...

Page 8: ...8 KLA AF12 Shown as shipped 1 Rigging pins and lanyard 2 2 Array extension beam 3 Array frame 4 Feet for KLA181 application 5 Feet for KLA12 application Figure 6 1 2 3 4 5...

Page 9: ...1 weighs 104 lbs 47 2 kg and the KLA12 weighs 55 lbs 25 kg Use proper lifting techniques to complete this procedure Refer to KLA Maximum Suspended Load on page 4 WARNING Make sure that the loudspeaker...

Page 10: ...KLA12 as shown in Figure 10 Make sure that the four non slip feet 1 on the bottom of the top unit nest into the feet receptacles 2 on the top of the bottom loudspeaker 5 Make sure the top surface and...

Page 11: ...ront and sides of the KLA12 should be aligned with the front and sides of the KLA181 Refer to Figure 14 3 On the KLA12 loudspeaker with the hook 2 in the Retracted Position push button A to release sl...

Page 12: ...p of the loudspeaker are now in the retracted position Refer to Figure 16 2 Place another KLA181 on top of the first with the loudspeakers facing the same direction Make sure that the four feet 1 on t...

Page 13: ...he Locked Position as noted next to the hex socket on the loudspeaker Refer to Figure 17 on page 12 for details a In the Retracted Position you cannot see the hook in the view hole 2 b When the hook r...

Page 14: ...pension The Array Frame Extension bar is shown in Figure 3 on page 8 in its shipping configuration You must remove the rigging pins and the Extension Bar then reassemble the array frame as follows Ass...

Page 15: ...re 5 Continue to rotate the eyebolts until they reach the desired position Do not overtighten 6 The loudspeakers are ready for suspension Using the KLA181 Integrated Suspension Points Refer to Figure...

Page 16: ...with their rear panels exposed to direct sunlight Direct sunlight will heat the amplifier module and reduce its ability to produce full output Install sunshades if the application merits Maximum ambi...

Page 17: ...section Proper power on off sequencing can help to prevent unexpected sounds from being produced by the system pops clicks thumps These sounds are unpleasant and can take away from the overall profes...

Page 18: ...30 1 to apply AC mains power to the first powered loudspeaker in the signal chain No other loudspeaker is feeding audio signal to this one 4 When the amplifier is turned on the green STANDBY indicator...

Page 19: ...te when the unit is in STANDBY with the exception of the SIGNAL LED when an audio signal is present When the amplifiers are in STANDBY a small amount of current continues to flow keeping the amplifier...

Page 20: ...es and configures the array for the selected number of KLA12 boxes The result is an evenly balanced and accurate tonal curve from your KLA line array system Low frequency EQ LF SETTING MODE NORMAL Thi...

Page 21: ...nt LED is dimly illuminated REMOTE GAIN Control WARNING Do not put more than 5V or less than ground on the pin or else damage may occur Do not connect the pin directly to the 5V pin A 3 pin Euro style...

Page 22: ...n Figure 35 When using a single potentiometer for a Single Loudspeaker A When using a single potentiometer for Multiple Loudspeakers B Proper Wiring to the 3 pin Euro connector C Figure 38 Single Loud...

Page 23: ...KLA181 Figure 39 Top Front Side 16 6 in 422 mm 15 0 in 381 mm 23 4 in 594 mm 16 6 in 422 mm Figure 40 25 7 in 653 mm Side 25 7 in 653 mm Top Side with Optional Casters 30 0 in 762 mm 21 6 in 547 mm F...

Page 24: ...ntrol Locking powerCON power connector AC In Locking powerCON power connector AC Out Cooling On demand 50 mm variable speed fan Amplifier Protection Thermal limiting Output overcurrent Overtemperature...

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