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Stacking and Flying
Overview
To take full advantage of the extremely exible features of the TRx3210 system, two modes of rigging systems have been developed. e
rst mode utilizes the interlocking feet and pole mounts and the second mode uses the SureFly™ hardware. e two rigging systems allow
either line arrays or virtual point source clusters to be assembled – intuitively, quickly and easily, and with an absolute minimum of addi-
tional external parts to suit the coverage requirements of a variety of professional sound reinforcement situations.
e second mode using the SureFly™ hardware is inherently safe, exible, self-contained and simple to use. e load is taken entirely
through the SureFly™ hardware and not through the cabinet’s woodwork. e rigging design allows the creation of clusters and arrays that
can be assembled quickly and with a minimum crew.
Safety Notes on Rigging - Important Please Read!
e Carvin SureFly™ rigging system has been designed and constructed to a high standard of safety and tested in the most demanding
conditions. As a rst concern to ensure the highest safety standards, the information following on the assembly and safe use of rigging
accessories must be carefully understood and followed. Every user that operates, suspends or lis a TRx3210 loudspeaker system needs
to be properly trained before ever constructing and deploying the system in a working situation.
Only use Carvin recommended rigging accessories, which are specically designed for their intended purpose. Do not use Carvin Sure-
Fly™ rigging with other types or brands of loudspeakers. is practice may compromise safety standards and Carvin will not be respon-
sible for damage or injury as a result.
Do not modify the rigging accessories or use them in any other way than described in this user manual. Rigging components supplied
as part of a complete assembly are non-interchangeable and must not be exchanged with the component parts of any other assembly.
e component parts of the Carvin SureFly™ rigging accessory must only be assembled using the fasteners and methods of assembly
recommended in this manual. e use of fasteners and methods of assembly not specied or approved by Carvin may result in an unsafe
rigging assembly. Welding, or any other means of permanently xing rigging components to each other or to cabinet xing points should
never be done.
Rigging assemblies must only be assembled using the appropriate parts and xings as specied in this manual using the specic mount-
ing instructions. Rigging components or assemblies must only be xed to Carvin loudspeaker cabinets using the cabinet xing points.
Walls, oors or ceilings must be capable of load bearing capacity. When mounting rigging components on walls, oors or ceilings, ensure
that all xings and fasteners used are of an appropriate size and load rating. Wall and ceiling claddings and the construction and com-
position of walls and ceilings all need to be taken into account when determining whether a particular xing arrangement can be safely
employed for a particular load. Cavity plugs or other specialist xings, if required, must be of an appropriate type and must be tted and
used in accordance with the makers instructions. Use only the rigging accessory xing holes indicated in this manual and the specic
mounting instructions to x Carvin SureFly™ rigging accessories to walls, oors or ceilings.
Where specied, the recommended maximum torque settings for screw fasteners must be strictly complied with.
Secondary Safeties
Best practice dictates in addition to the principle load bearing means of suspension, that all loudspeakers own in theaters, studios or
other places of work and entertainment should (and where local laws apply) be provided with an independent, properly rated and secure-
ly attached secondary means of safety. Only steel wire ropes or steel chains of an approved construction and load rating may be used as
secondary safeties. Plastic covered steel wire ropes are not permitted for use as secondary safeties.
Safety Inspections
Carefully inspect rigging components and cabinets for defects or signs of damage before proceeding to assemble a own array. If any
parts are damaged or suspect, DO NOT USE.
Safety legislation and test and inspection requirements will vary from country to country. In most cases, annual independent test and
inspection by a suitably approved and qualied inspector will be required. Carvin recommends regular safety inspections and further
recommends keeping a logbook detailing the test and inspection history of each Carvin rigging component. Always wear protective
headwear, footwear and eye protection in accordance with local regulations. Anyone involved in ying ANY sound system, especially in
a touring capacity, should take note of the following advice:
“e rigging of a own sound system may be dangerous unless undertaken by qualied personnel with the required
experience and certication to perform the necessary tasks. For ground suspension verify that the Genie™ li or similar
li is level in both directions, or the array will not hang properly. Fixing of hanging points in a roof should always be
carried out by a professional rigging specialist and in accordance with the local rules of the venue. e house rigger and/
or building manager must always be consulted.”
