K&f Passio sub 15 User manual

K&F PASSIO SUB 15

Important Information,

Please Read Before Use!

KLING & FREITAG GmbH

Junkersstraße 14

D-30179 Hannover

TEL +49 (0) 511 96 99 70

FAX +49 (0) 511 67 37 94

www.kling-freitag.de

User's Manual

Translation of the original instructions

Version 1.4

Released: 30.03.2017

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

Table of contents

1Introduction 4

1.1 Icons Used 4

1.2 About this Manual 4

2Product Description 5

2.1 Items Included 5

2.2 Components 5

2.3 System Requirements 5

3Safety Instructions 6

3.1 Notes for Mounting the Speakers 6

3.2 Instructions for Speaker Stacking 6

3.3 Preventing Hearing Damage 6

3.4 Protecting the Speakers / Operating Safety 7

4Fuse in the PASSIO SUB 15 8

4.1 Replacing the Fuses 8

4.2 Replacing the Chassis 8

5Configuration and Connecting Diagram 9

5.1 Combination with Top Speakers in 2-Channel Mode 9

5.2 Combination with Top Speakers in 1-Channel Mode 9

6Dimensions PASSIO SUB 15 12

7Measuring Diagrams 12

8Technical Specifications 13

9EC Declaration of Conformity 14

10 Accessories 14

11 Care and Maintenance 16

12 Transportation and Storage 16

13 Disposal 16

13.1 Germany 16

13.2 EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein 17

13.3 All Other Countries 17

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. To guarantee a trouble-free operating

of the equipment and to allow your KLING & FREITAG PASSIO SUB 15 system to achieve its full

potential read the user's manual carefully before use. This item is a quality accessory for the

PASSIO SUB 15 speaker system. As the owner of a PASSIO SUB 15 loudspeaker, you now have

a versatile and highly professional tool which, when operated properly, is a true pleasure to

use.

1.1 Icons Used

Warning

This icon indicates a risk of injury or death. Not following these instructions may result in

serious health problems including potentially fatal injuries.

Caution

This icon indicates a possibly dangerous situation. Not following these instructions may cause

minor injuries or damage.

This icon marks instructions for proper use of the described products. Not following these

instructions may cause malfunctions or damage.

Tip

This icon marks information provided for simplified use of the described products.

1.2 About this Manual

All specifications regarding the features of the described products and applicable safety

guidelines provided in this manual are based on information available at the time of

publishing.

We assume no responsibility for technical specifications, dimensions, weights, and properties.

All information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

All persons who use the speaker system must have this guide and all further information

for safe operations available to them during assembly, disassembly, and use. The speaker

system may neither be set up nor used until these user's manual has been read, understood

and kept readily available in site.

All KLING & FREITAG manuals are originally authored in German.

KLING & FREITAG spare manuals are separately available for order or can be downloaded

from our website: www.kling-freitag.de.

KLING & FREITAG GMBH, Junkersstr. 14, D-30179 Hannover

Phone +49 511 96 99 70, fax +49 511 67 37 94 (other countries)

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

2. Product Description

2.1 Items Included

• Subwoofer PASSIO SUB 15

• (1x) User manual

2.2 Components

1. (4x) Stacking grooves on top of the enclosure, for stackings of identical enclosures

2. (2x) handle

3. Threaded stand flange with M20 threads for use with distance rod.

4. Front grille

5. locking profiles for optional transport cover

6. (2x) SpeakOn connector 4-pin NLT4MP (parallel)

7. (8x) rubber foot 4 x on the side, 4 x on the bottom.

2.3 System Requirements

Lab.gruppen IPD 2400

K&F PLM+ 20k44 (SystemAmp, ProRental)

K&F PLM+ 12k44 (SystemAmp, ProRental)

with

K&F Connector Panel CP+

Terminalpanel (optional)

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

K&F D200:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound)

K&F D120:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound)

K&F D80:4 (SystemAmp, InstallSound)

K&F SystemRack

3. Safety Instructions

3.1 Notes for Mounting the Speakers

Warning

Mount the speakers securely. To avoid injury or damage, always be sure to mount the

speakers securely so that they do not fall.

Please note that speakers can move as a result of vibrations. To prevent them from falling

from their mounted position, they must be secured properly.

Run the cables in a way that nobody can trip over them.

3.2 Instructions for Speaker Stacking

Warning

Falling speakers pose the threat of fatal injuries to people near them!

Be sure to follow the relevant national specifications, norms, and safety regulations.

Always make sure that a sufficient safety level is still given, even when outside forces have

an additional impact on the stacked speakers. Before setup, carefully ascertain if there are

any possible outside forces that could result in the array falling over. (Slant of the ground /

the bearing capacity of the ground / wind / person or vehicle impact, etc.). A technical expert

who is responsible for the setup must evaluate and determine necessary measures (including

calculating the statics). If necessary, obtain expert proof of stability.

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 PASSIO SUB 15 you must always strap the speakers to one

another and secure them from falling over.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

3.3 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.

3.4 Protecting the Speakers / Operating Safety

PASSIO SUB 15 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

• overloading the speakers or

• 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:

• permanent high-level signals with high frequency and continuous noise from feedback,

• permanently distorted high-level signals,

• 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:

• where the devices are permanently exposed to direct sunlight.

• where the devices are exposed to high moisture or rain.

• 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.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

4. Fuse in the PASSIO SUB 15

To increase the operating safety of the PASSIO SUB 15, the subwoofers are equipped with

fuses at the signal input. These fuses reduce the risk of consequential damage resulting from

a short circuit (i.e. charred cables / connectors / fire damage).

When the fuse is burned out, then the chassis is most likely already ruined, as the fuse just

prevents consequential damage resulting from a short circuit of the chassis. A replacement of

the chassis is, therefore, unavoidable.

4.1 Replacing the Fuses

The fuse holder is behind the terminal.

Warning

Replace the fuse with the following original fuse only:

Bussmann S 506-8A, T 250 V

Required tools:

• 2.5 mm Allen key for loosening the terminals

Instructions:

1. Loosen the four screws on the terminal.

2. Carefully pull the cables out of the speaker enclosure.

3. Open the fuse holder.

4. Replace the blown fuse.

5. Push the cables carefully back into the enclosure.

6. Pay attention to the correct alignment of the terminal.

Screw the terminal back on.

4.2 Replacing the Chassis

Required tools:

• 3 mm Allen key for loosening the front grille

• 3 mm Allen key for loosening the chassis

Instructions:

1. Remove the front grille.

2. Remove the speaker chassis.

3. Pay attention to the correct polarity of the chassis.

Connect the new chassis.

4. Check the polarity of all mounted chassis.

5. By tightening the screws diagonally in two steps, a deformation of the chassis and thus a

possible deentring of the voice coil can be avoided. First loosely fasten the screws for the

chassis diagonal from one another, then tighten them.

6. Mount the front grille.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

5. Configuration and Connecting Diagram

5.1 Combination with Top Speakers in 2-Channel Mode

The PASSIO SUB 15 can only be combined in 2 channel mode with all K&F top speakers when

using a K&F systemamp or systemrack.

To do so, select the desired LS blocks for the top speaker in the K&F systemamp or systemrack,

and combine these with the LS block for the PASSIO SUB 15 subwoofer.

PASSIO SUB 12

nächstes / next

SystemRack

The 2-channel mode guarantees best sound quality and performance

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

5.2 Combination with Top Speakers in 1-Channel Mode

If you want to drive the loudspeaker in conjunction with a top using only one channel, you

have to use a Lab.gruppen IPD2400 EU-amp and one of the following tops:

PASSIO SUB 15

combined with...

Selected LSBlock

(Controller CD 44)

K&F PASSIO 2xPassio+PSub15 K&F 2x Passio + Passio Sub 15

K&F GRAVIS 8 2xGra8W+PSub15 K&F 2x Gravis 8 W + Passio Sub 15

K&F GRAVIS 12N 2xGra12+N+PSub15 K&F 2x Gravis 12+N + Passio Sub 15

K&F GRAVIS 12W 2xGra12+W+PSub15 K&F 2x Gravis 12+W + Passio Sub 15

K&F GRAVIS 12XW 2xGr12+XW+PSub15 K&F 2x Gravis 12+XW + Passio Sub 15

K&F CA 1001 2xCA1001+PSub15 K&F 2x CA1001 + Passio Sub 15

K&F CA 1215-6 2x1215-6+PSub15 K&F 2x CA1215-6 + Passio Sub 15

K&F CA 1215-9 2x1215-9+PaSub15 K&F 2x CA1215-9 + Passio Sub 15

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

PASSIO SUB 12

PASSIO

IPD2400 EU: LS-Block

To the next

IPD2400 EU

Tip

Depending on the top used, you must make allowances in 1-channel operations for more or

less significant volume losses as compared to 2-channel operations.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

6. Dimensions PASSIO SUB 15

7. Measuring Diagrams

Frequency response

Frequency response with system controller

Frequency (Hz)

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

8. Technical Specifications

PASSIO SUB 15

Concept Bass reflex system

Operated with K&F PLM+ Serie, K&F D-Serie, Lab.Gruppen IPD 2400,

K&F SystemRack, K&F TOPAS

Lower cut-off frequency 40 Hz (-3 dB)/33 Hz (-10 dB)

Coverage Omnidirectional

Nominal power handling 400 watts

program 800 watts

peak 1600 watts

Max. SPL (1 m) 130,5 dB (SPL Peak/1 m/half space)

Impedance nominal 8 Ohm

loudspeaker/channel see matrix

Components 15“ long excursion chassis, 75 mm voice coil with

double centering, internal and external ventilation

Connection 2 x speakON® 4-pol NLT4MP (+1/-1), IN parallel zu OUT

Enclosure Design

Frame reinforced enclosure, 15 mm multiplex with

highly resilient Polyurea synthetic black coating, 2

ergonomical handles, 8 rubber feet, 8 stacking grooves

for save stacking of identical enclosures, 2 locking

profiles for optional transport cover, ball-proof steel

grille with black acoustic foam.

Dimensions (H x W x D) 565 x 435 x 510 mm

Weight 25.2 kg

Color RAL 9005 (black) oder RAL 9010 (white)

Options special finish in RAL colours

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

9. EC Declaration of Conformity

applicable to all products designated hereafter and distributed by KLING & FREITAG

GmbH including model variants unless these products have been altered afterwards.

Loudspeaker systems:

ACCESS B5

ACCESS B10

ACCESS T5/T9

CA 106

CA 205 *) **)

CA 1001

CA 1201 *)

CA 1215 -6/-9

CA 1515 -6/-9

GRAVIS 8 W

GRAVIS 12 N/W*

GRAVIS 12+ N/W/XW

GRAVIS 12+ N/W/XW AS

GRAVIS 15 N/W/XW

E 90 MK II

LINE 212 -6/-9

NOMOS LS CIN

NOMOS LS II

NOMOS LT

NOMOS XLC

NOMOS XLS

NOMOS XLT

PASSIO **)

PASSIO SUB 12

PASSIO SUB 15

SCENA 15

SEQUENZA 10 N/W

SEQUENZA 10 B

SEQUENZA 5 W

SEQUENZA 5 B

SONA 5 **)

SONA 6

SONA 8

SONA SUB **)

SONS SUB II

SW 112

SW 115D *)

SW 115E

SW 118E

SW 212E

*) These products are discontinued.

**) These systems are not covered by the Low Voltage Directive because of the rated

voltage used.

We declare that the designated product(s) are in conformity with the protection

requirements imposed by the following EU directives:

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive

Low Voltage Directive

Technical documentation for the assessment of

electrical and electronic products with respect to

the restriction of hazardous substances

(2004/108/EC)

(2006/95/EC)

(VDE 0042-12:2013-02)

The operating conditions specified in these user's manual must be met accordingly.

This declaration is issued under sole responsibility of the manufacturer:

KLING & FREITAG GmbH

Junkersstraße 14, D-30179 Hannover, Germany

Hannover, 30th March 2015 Jürgen Freitag

(Managing Director / CEO)

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

10. Accessories

Protective Cover PASSIO SUB 15

Distance rod 337

Transport Cover PASSIO SUB 15

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

11. Care and Maintenance

Warning

For the owner and user, it is mandatory to be aware of the safety relevance of speakers

that can be flown.

Note that the mains cable is supplied with either a connector appropriate for the place

of delivery (see item number) or with open terminals (on the mains side).

The PASSIO SUB 15 system can exhibit signs of wear over the years, for example, from

mechanical strain, transport damage, corrosion, or improper handling. Remember that

flying speakers always impose a high safety risk.

Generally, perform a visual inspection of your speaker every time you suspend it or take

it down. In fixed installations, check the speaker for signs of wear at regular intervals.

When performing those checks, particularly look for deformations, cracks, dents, damage

to threads, and corrosion. Also check slings and lifts (e.g. shackles, chains, and steel

ropes) carefully for wear and deformation.

If as a result of these checks any uncertainty should arise with regard to safety or defects

are found, don’t use the speaker any longer.

Inspection regulations may vary depending on application and country of use. Observe

all applicable regulations; when in doubt, contact the local authorities.

Many countries require regular inspection of mounting components and accessories. An

additional annual inspection is typically required to be performed by a technical expert.

Moreover, a legally certified or official authority must perform a detailed inspection

every four years.

Therefore, be sure to maintain an inspection log. Enter the values determined for each

speaker and accessory during the periodic checks into this log. This way, relevant data

are always at hand in case of inspection. The log should also document maintenance

measures and inspection intervals and contain parts lists.

2. The Polyurea synthetic coating used by KLING & FREITAG is impact proof and highly

resistant. We recommend using protective coverings or transport cases to help avoid

damaging the paint in case of continuous mobile use, etc.

3. To replace the filter foam, send the front grille incl. foam to KLING & FREITAG GMBH.

Upon payment for expenses, the grille with the new covering will be returned.

12. Transportation and Storage

The PASSIO SUB 15 is protected against short-term moisture. despite, be sure to store,

transport, and use the accessories in dry environments only. The PASSIO SUB 15 System is not

designed for long-term use in a corrosive environment.

Make sure that the system is adequately ventilated during longer storage periods so any

residual moisture can escape from the equipment.

Furthermore, you should ensure that the PASSIO SUB 15 System is protected from mechanical

strain to prevent possible damage.

We recommend using suitable transport and storage cases and the optional soft cover that

protects from the above-mentioned influences.

13. Disposal

Please recycle the packaging material of the device.

13.1 Germany

Don’t dispose of waste electrical equipment through household waste.

Don’t deliver it to official recycling points either.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

All KLING & FREITAG products are plain business-to-business (B2B) products. Therefore,

KLING & FREITAG GmbH is exclusively responsible for disposing of all KLING & FREITAG waste

equipment marked with a garbage-can icon. Please call the below phone number when you

have a KLING & FREITAG product (marked with the garbage-can icon) for disposal. We will

offer you a straightforward and professional disposal at no cost.

KLING & FREITAG equipment with no such icon was sold before 24 March

2006; in that case, the owner is legally responsible for disposal. We will,

however, gladly assist you by naming appropriate ways of disposal.

For further disposal information of KLING & FREITAG waste products, call +49 (0)511-96 99 7-0

Background information: The Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Appliances Act

(ElektroG) is the German implementation of the European (EU) Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE, 2002/96/EC).

Therefore, starting on 24 March 2006, KLING & FREITAG GmbH has marked all products

subject to the WEEE that are distributed in Germany with an icon showing a crossed-out

garbage can with a white bar below it. The icon indicates that the equipment was distributed

on or after 24 March 2006 and must not be disposed of through household waste.

KLING & FREITAG GmbH is legally registered as a manufacturer with the German waste-

equipment registration authority (EAR). The WEEE registration number is: DE64110372.

We substantiated towards the EAR that our products are for B2B trade only.

13.2 EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

Don’t dispose of waste electrical equipment through household waste.

Starting on 13 August 2005, KLING & FREITAG GMBH has marked all products subject to the

WEEE directive that are distributed in any member state of the European Union (except

Germany), Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein with an icon showing a crossed-out garbage can

with a white bar below it.

The icon indicates that the equipment was distributed on or after 13 August

2005 and must not be disposed of through household waste.

Unfortunately, the European WEEE directive was implemented in different national

legislation in the EU member states, making it impossible to offer a consistent disposal

solution throughout Europe.

The local distributor (sales partner) in the respective country is responsible for complying with

the applicable legislation.

Contact your retailer or the local authorities for information on the regulations applicable in

any EU member state (except Germany).

13.3 All Other Countries

Contact your retailer or the local authorities for information on the regulations applicable in

any country not listed above.

User's Manual K&F PASSIO SUB 15

INDEX

• Accessories................................................................................................................................... 15

• Care.............................................................................................................................................. 16

• Components...................................................................................................................................5

• Dimensions...................................................................................................................................12

• Disposal........................................................................................................................................ 16

• EC Declaration of Conformity....................................................................................................14

• Fuse.................................................................................................................................................8

• InstallSound................................................................................................................................... 5

• Items Included............................................................................................................................... 5

• Maintenance................................................................................................................................16

• Measuring Diagrams................................................................................................................... 12

• Operating Safety........................................................................................................................... 7

• Product Description.......................................................................................................................5

• ProRental........................................................................................................................................5

• Protecting the Speakers................................................................................................................7

• Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................................6

• Setup.............................................................................................................................................. 9

• SystemAmp.................................................................................................................................... 5

• SystemRack.....................................................................................................................................5

• System Requirements....................................................................................................................5

• Technical Specifications...............................................................................................................13

• Wiring Diagrams........................................................................................................................... 9

Table of contents