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rev. C

KB1

D1) 

Channel Preset Name Display

 shows the name of the preset currently 

loaded on the channel.

D2) 

Channel Preset Selector

 opens and closes Channel Preset Window 

(see 

img. F

).

D3) 

Compressor Window Button

 opens and closes the Channel Compressor 

Window (see 

img. E

).

D4) 

EQ Window Button

 opens and closes the Channel EQ Window (see 

pg. 35

)

D5) 

Filter Type Selectors

 select the type of filter from three options: Low 

Shelving, Peak/Notch and High Shelving.

D6) 

Filter Frequency

 Knobs set the central or corner frequency of the 

corresponding filter.

D7) 

Filter Gain Knobs

 set the gain (positive or negative) of the corresponding filter.

D8) 

Filter Q / Slope Knobs

 set the “Q” or “Slope” value of the corresponding filter.

D9) 

AUX Send Knob

 regulates the amount of pre-fader, post-EQ and post-

limiter signal sent to the auxiliary output.

D10) 

PFL Switch Button

 activates and deactivates Pre Fader Listening. 

N.B.: When PFL is ON, the Master VU Meter will show the amplitude of the 
signal entering the selected channel, bypassing both the EQ and Volume 
settings. In the same way, headphones will only output the signals entering the 
channels where PFL is turned on, pre-fader, post-EQ and post-compression. 

D11) 

Channel Volume Fader 

regulates the channel volume.

D12) 

FX Send Knob

 regulates the amount of post-fader signal sent to the 

effects processor.

D13) 

PAN Knob

 locates the channel in the stereo field.

D14) 

Channel Note

 displays an editable 8 character text.

D15) 

FX Master Volume Knob

 regulates the overall amount of effect to be 

sent to the Master Output.

D16) 

FX  to AUX Knob

 regulates the amount of effects on the AUX OUTPUT.

D17) 

Headphones Volume Knob

 regulates the Headphones Master Volume.

D18) 

Master Volume Fader

 regulates the Output Master Volume. 

D19) 

 

VU Meter

 displays overall amplitude of Master Output.

N.B.: When one or more channels are in PFL mode, the Master VU Meter will 
show the amplitude of the signal entering the selected channel, bypassing both 

Содержание KB1

Страница 1: ...KB1 USER MANUAL english version KB1 ...

Страница 2: ...KB1 ...

Страница 3: ... 8 POWER AND VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS 12 8 1 AC Power connector 12 8 2 Voltage requirement 13 9 INPUT PANEL OVERVIEW 14 10 AUDIO CONNECTOR WIRING 17 11 CONFIGURATION OPTIONS AND SET UP 19 12 MIXER AND DSP 24 13 K FRAMEWORK 25 13 1 System requirements 25 13 2 Installation and set up 25 13 3 Getting started 28 14 CUSTOMER SERVICE 42 15 KB1 Technical Details 43 APPROVAL 44 ...

Страница 4: ... voltages RISK of electric shock K array declares that this device is in compliance with the applicable CE standards and regulations Before putting the device into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations WEEE Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local collection point or recycling centre for such equipment This de...

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Страница 6: ...g the medium high speaker has the ability to electronically vary the height of sound diffusion The completeness of the instrumentation for example the capacity to load different presets simply and at any time from a PC the control of entry sound through an integrated professional digital mixer and the ability to electronically modify the extent and the coverage of the sound vertically make the KB1...

Страница 7: ...sportability mark the KB1 ensuring its seamless integration into a musician s kit In fact one of the KB1 s strengths is its easy handling The unit is equipped with materials and case which enable you to load and unload easily even with a small car such as a hatchback The sub is protected by a padded cover designed to insulate the sub from bumps and scratching This allows the KB1 to be transported ...

Страница 8: ...ision and uniformity The presets which process the output sound enable sound optimization for numerous types of use and varied environments All of the characteristics which have been described so far not to mention the facility for modular integration of several KB1s as required make the system an extremely versatile tool adaptable as monitor amplification for solo artists and if doubled up as the...

Страница 9: ...tandard and thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory Carefully inspect the shipping carton then examine and test your new loudspeaker If you find any damage immediately notify the shipping company Only the consignee may institute a claim stages in the system s electronic equipment ...

Страница 10: ...ication of malfunction which in turn can generate heat and result in a fire Only connect the power supply to an appropriate power adapter Do not install the speaker in wet or humid locations without using weather protection Do not allow water or any foreign object to get inside the speaker Do not put objects containing liquid on or near the unit To reduce the risk of overheating the amplifier avoi...

Страница 11: ...11 rev C KB1 7 PHYSICAL 178 220 cm 70 86 32 5 cm 12 8 43 5 cm 17 13 ...

Страница 12: ...ll grounding points are connected to a single node or common point using the same cable gauge as the neutral and line s cables Bad grounding connections between speakers and the rest of the audio system may produce noise hum and or serious damage to the input output stages in the system s electronic equipment Before applying AC to any K array self powered speaker be sure that the voltage potential...

Страница 13: ...voltage stays within both 85 132 V and 170 264 V at 50 or 60 Hz Verify that your mains connection satisfies the power ratings of the device CAUTION Connecting the system to an AC power mains with a voltage exceeding 270V will cause significant damage to the device and create a serious risk for users ...

Страница 14: ...A B C D F G E H I J K L M N O P S T R U Q V 14 rev C KB1 9 INPUT PANEL OVERVIEW ...

Страница 15: ...r than the XLR coming from the DI Out Out R output of the main KB1 serving as Left Side of the stereo In a stereo configuration all signals must be connected to the Left Side module where all DSP functions are active and DIRECT IN is OFF G CH1 and CH2 Gain LEVEL Knobs regulate the amount pre amplification level of the corresponding input H SPEAKER OUT NL4 Speakon Output Connect to the Mid High mod...

Страница 16: ...ience 5 Chorus classic chorus effect 6 Echo Length and Feedback are similar to nr 2 Stereo delay but repetitions are mono assigned 7 Flanger classic flanger effect 8 Phaser classic phaser effect 9 Spring Reverb digital implementation of a spring reverb 10 Chapel Reverb simulates the acoustic response of a chapel 11 Gated Reverb reverberation effect with an early and sharp decay 12 Reverse Reverb g...

Страница 17: ...he back panel of the KB1 has different types of audio connector for different types of entry cable The following diagrams highlight the different characteristics of each entry XLR wiring Speakon wiring CH 1 2 MIC INPUT CH 2 MIC PARALLEL OUTPUT MAIN Right OUTPUT D I OUT Jack wiring Aux OUT Amplified signal for the top 4 WIRE speaker cable is required ...

Страница 18: ...18 rev C KB1 Unbalanced Jack CH 1 2 Instrument INPUT CH 3 4 Line INPUT hot ground hot Tip Tip ground Sleeve Sleeve RCA wiring CH3 4 stereo line INPUT ...

Страница 19: ...19 rev C KB1 11 CONFIGURATION OPTIONS AND SET UP ...

Страница 20: ...Amplified signal to the TOP AC Power INPUT 20 rev C KB1 ...

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Страница 24: ... where you have access to detailed EQ and Dynamic Processing and using the Output Tab you can edit the EQ of the Main and Aux outputs and vary the coverage angle of the KB1 Mid High module Channel and Output settings can be stored on the device or saved on any data storage device to be recalled and reloaded later Mixing features 2 selectable microphone line channels with 3 bands of parametric equa...

Страница 25: ... aspx id 5555 Microsoft Visual C 2010 Redistributable Package x64 http www microsoft com download en details aspx id 14632 To download your free K Framework license please go to the Software Download page of the Blueline website http www kblueline com Once the zip file is decompressed it will show a folder containing the file K Framework setup Users of Windows Vista and 7 can install the software ...

Страница 26: ...ect Device Manager from the menu on the left and expand the USB controllers sub menu 3 Right click on the upper K Array_Dsp01 object and select Driver Update to launch the Hardware Update Wizard 4 When asked to allow the online search select the Not now option and click on Next ...

Страница 27: ... drivers_rev02 Once you have inserted the right search path click Next 7 When warned about a failed Windows Logo test please ignore the content of the warning and click Next 8 The first part of driver installation is now complete and the unknown K Array_Dsp01 port has changed its name to a univocal K Array_Dsp01 A Click on Finish and repeat exactly the same procedure for the still unknown port 9 N...

Страница 28: ...tor shows the system status Online means that K Framework is connected to all devices in the network and the user can edit store and retrieve parameters Offline means that no devices are connected or if the software has just been started up that the network has not yet been scanned A5 Device List displays all devices presently connected to the network N B at startup the List will look empty even i...

Страница 29: ...ected device is detected by K Framework it will appear in the K Array Device List as shown in the following picture B1 Connected Device Name B2 Device Menu Button shows and hides the device menu B3 Device Menu displays the basic information about the device and the shortcuts to open all available Editing Tabs ...

Страница 30: ...ob regulates the amount of pre fader post EQ and post limiter signal sent to the auxiliary output C5 PAN Knob locates the channel in the stereo field C6 Channel Volume Fader regulates the channel volume C7 PFL Switch Button activates and deactivates Pre Fader Listening When PFL is ON the Master VU Meter will show the amplitude of the signal entering the selected channel bypassing both the EQ and V...

Страница 31: ...ute Button enables and disables the effects return C11 Master Volume Fader regulates the Output Master Volume C12 VU Meter displays overall amplitude of Master Output N B When one or more channels are in PFL mode the Master VU Meter will show the amplitude of the signal entering the selected channel bypassing both the EQ and Volume settings ...

Страница 32: ...img D D1 D2 D3 D5 D6 D7 D9 D10 D12 D13 D14 D15 D16 D17 D19 D20 D21 D18 D4 D8 D11 32 rev C KB1 Mixer Advanced Tab ...

Страница 33: ... Pre Fader Listening N B When PFL is ON the Master VU Meter will show the amplitude of the signal entering the selected channel bypassing both the EQ and Volume settings In the same way headphones will only output the signals entering the channels where PFL is turned on pre fader post EQ and post compression D11 Channel Volume Fader regulates the channel volume D12 FX Send Knob regulates the amoun...

Страница 34: ...ndow E1 Compressor Type Drop Down Menu shows all the available compressing and limiting curves available on board so that the user can choose one E2 Compressor RMS TC Knob regulates the compressor attack time in the Time Constant domain expressed as dB sec ex 100 dB second 86 86 milliseconds 200 dB sec 43 43 ms 8685 89 dB sec 1 ms etc E3 Compressor HOLD Knob sets how long the compression will stay...

Страница 35: ...lays the type of effect to be selected on the Mixer Panel to match the preset settings F3 Channel Preset Description Text describes the preset currently selected in the Channel Preset List F4 Channel Preset List displays all the presets available to the system F5 Channel Preset Image displays the picture file associated with the preset that is currently selected in the Channel Preset List F6 Load ...

Страница 36: ...et Description Textbox can be edited to assign a short description to the new preset G4 New Channel Preset Image Box shows the picture currently associated with the new preset G5 Cancel Button closes the New Channel Preset Pop Up Window without saving the current settings in a new preset file G6 Ok Confirmation Button saves all the current settings of the selected channel the New Preset Name FX ty...

Страница 37: ...alog window to select the Output Preset to load onto the system H4 Output Preset Save Button opens a dialog window to save the current output settings into a re loadable preset file H5 L mono 3 band Parametric Equalizer allows you to equalize the speaker frequency response H6 R D I OUTPUT 3 band Parametric Equalizer allows you to equalize the frequency response of R D I OUTPUT H7 AUX OUTPUT 3 band...

Страница 38: ...onding filter on the Left Stereo Output H10 Filter Gain Knobs set the gain positive or negative of the corresponding filter on the Left Stereo Output H11 Filter Q Slope Knobs set the Q or Slope value of the corresponding filter on the Left Stereo Output H12 Filter Graph shows the effect of the corresponding filter on the signal frequency spectrum H13 AUX Filter Q Slope Knobs set the Q or Slope val...

Страница 39: ...ed in the Device List on the left i7 Device Model Indicator displays the model name of the currently selected device i8 Serial Number Indicator displays the Serial Number of the currently selected device i9 Password Textbox can be edited to insert the system password to give the authorized user access administrator level access N B Only the staff of K Array or official authorized services are allo...

Страница 40: ... setting view Double Click on the knobs to open a small interface dedicated to the precise setting of the corresponding knob value To close the Precise Setting View click on the OK Button 6 decrement by units J4 Decrement Button B for Filter Frequencies decrement by tens everything else decrement by tenths J5 Value Textbox can be edited to directly write the desidered Knob value J6 OK Button sets ...

Страница 41: ...ice 4 You will be given an RA Return Authorization number for job tracking Refer to this number on shipping materials and in all correspondence concerning the repair Shipping charges are the responsibility of the purchaser Any attempt to modify or replace components of the device will invalidate your warranty Service must be performed by an authorized K array service centre Cleaning Clean the prod...

Страница 42: ...s class D DSP controlled Power to mid high 125 W x 2 channels 250 watt total 1 Power to sub 450 W 1 Protection Dynamic limiter over current over temp short circuits AC power Operating range 85 132 Vac 50 Hz Auto switching 170 264 Vac 60 Hz Auto switching I nom 2 A 115 Vac 1 A 230 Vac Peak Power 660 W 120ms max Physical Dimensions 32 5 x 178 220 x 43 5 cm 12 8 x 70 86 x 17 13 Weight 22 Kg 48 5 lbs ...

Страница 43: ... l reserves the right to make modifications without prior notice WEEE K array declares that this device is in compliance with the applicable CE standards and regulations Before putting the device into operation please observe the respective country specific regulations Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local collection point or recycling c...

Страница 44: ...KB1 K array surl Via Paolina Romagnoli 17 50037 San Piero a Sieve Firenze Italy tel 39 055 8487222 fax 39 0558487238 e mail info kblueline com www k array com www kblueline com UMC026AA01ENc ...

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