Operating Instructions
K&F NOMOS LS
KLING & FREITAG GMBH © 2016
Version 4.1
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Stacked systems may not fall over even if they are inclined by 15° in each direction. If this
requirement is not fulfilled, then it is necessary to take steps to achieve compliance. Possible
measures include strapping it to an appropriate base structure or fastening it using safety
straps. A planned tilt of the loudspeakers ist not permissible. In calculations, the tilted setup
serves the purpose of levelling out unevenness.
With the set-up systems for which you cannot verify the structural safety without safeguards,
you must secure them to prevent sliding or tipping in order to provide proof of this safety. To
secure the system from tipping over, use water tanks or floor bolts. Other possible measures
include strapping it to a suitable substructure or tying it using safety straps.
For outdoor and trade fair venues in which wind loads must be considered, additional proof
of stability is necessary.
Make sure that the stacking feet of subwoofers stacked on top of one another are securely
positioned in the grooves of the lower speaker.
If you place a top speaker on a NOMOS LS you must always strap the speakers to one
another and secure them from falling over.
3.4
Preventing Hearing Damage
Caution
Keep your distance from operating speakers. This equipment is capable of delivering sound
pressure levels in excess of 90 dB SPL, which may cause permanent hearing damage.
3.5
Protecting the Speakers / Operating Safety
NOMOS LS speakers may only be used in combination with a K&F SystemAmp/SystemRack.
In general, audio signals must not be overdriven. This may be caused by mixing consoles,
equalizers, effect equipment, etc. and should be indicated on this equipment. When a power
amplifier is overloaded at the output (clipping), then the amplifier activates a clipping
warning signal. In any case, the signal must be reduced as soon as it sounds unnaturally
distorted.
For damage caused by
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overloading the speakers or
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using the speakers without K&F SystemAmp/SystemRack
we do not assume warranty and excludes liability for possible consequential damage.
The following signals may damage the speakers:
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permanent high-level signals with high frequency and continuous noise from feedback,
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permanently distorted high-level signals,
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noises, which occur when the amplifier is on while equipment is being connected,
disconnected or switched on.
Do not install devices in any of the following places:
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where the devices are permanently exposed to direct sunlight.
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where the devices are exposed to high moisture or rain.
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where the devices are exposed to strong vibrations and dust.
Damage caused by the speakers' magnetic fields
Speakers are permanently surrounded by a magnetic field, even when they are not
connected. Therefore, during transport and placement of the speakers, it is important to
ensure that there is always approx. 1 m between the speakers and magnetic data media and
computer/video monitors.
