KLING & FREITAG VIDA L User manual

K&F VIDA L Sub Adapter
Important Information,
Please Read Before Use!
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User's Manual
Translation of the original instructions
Version 1.4
Released: 24.04.2017

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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 Identification plate 6
2.4 Label 6
3Intended Use 7
4Safety Instructions 7
4.1 General Safety Instructions 7
4.2 Safety Instructions When Mounting the System as a Stand 7
5Installation 8
6Dismounting 11
7Dimensions and Weight 12
8Transportation and Storage 13
9Care and Maintenance 13

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a KLING & FREITAG product. To guarantee trouble-free operation
and enable the KLING & FREITAG VIDA L speaker system to achieve its full potential, please
read these user's manual carefully before use. This item is a quality accessory for the VIDA L
speaker system.
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
© KLING & FREITAG GmbH. All rights reserved.
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.
To ensure safe operation, all persons using the speaker accessories must have access to this
guide and all other relevant material during installation. The speaker accessories must not be
set up nor operated unless this manual has been read, understood and kept readily available
on 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.
Contact Us: [email protected]
KLING & FREITAG GMBH, Junkersstr. 14, D-30179 Hannover
Phone [phone], fax [phone] (other countries)

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2. Product Description
Using the VIDA L sub adapter, you can establish a robust and safe connection between a K&F
subwoofer and a VIDA L speaker. It allows for orienting the speaker on the woofer without
affecting the overall appearance.
The VIDA L sub adapter can be mounted to the following woofers:
• All NOMOS woofers
• K&F PASSIO SUB 12
• K&F PASSIO SUB 15
• K&F SW 112
• K&F SW 115 E
• K&F SW 215 E
2.1 Items Included
• (1x) VIDA L sub adapter used for mounting VIDA L speakers to K&F woofers
• (1x) User manual
2.2 Components
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1. (1x) Mounting plate
2. (2x) M10 x 25 hand wheel
3. Tab
4. (1x) Base plate
5. (1x) M20 x 35 countersunk bolt (width A/F 12) for mounting the VIDA L sub adapter to
the woofer pole mount
6. Bores for mounting to different woofer types
7. Guide
8. Guide bolt

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2.3 Identification plate
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1
2
3
5
6
7
1. Product name
2. Manufacturer logo
3. Year of manufacture
4. Maximum load capacity
5. Serial number
6. Weight
7. Country of manufacture
2.4 Label
1
2
3
1. Safety Instructions
2. Identification plate
3. Manufacturer address
Printed safety information:
Only for use with specified K&F subwoofers and VIDA L or VIDA L + VIDA C!
Be sure to read the user's manual before use.
Important Safety Instructions:
Make sure your VIDA L / K&F subwoofer configuration cannot fall over even if the angle
of slant exceeds 15 degrees. If this requirement cannot be met, specific action is required.
This includes guying to stable objects, blocking the access to the area, or weighing down
the configuration. When setting up the configuration in public areas, the organizer must
establish and attest the stability and strength of the system.

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3. Intended Use
Be sure to use the VIDA L sub adapter only in combination with the subwoofer models
listed in these user's manual as a stand for either a VIDA L speaker or a VIDA L speaker with
mounted VIDA C only.
For commercial use in interior spaces as specified in this document only!
Unless otherwise stated, use only KLING & FREITAG original parts for mounting the speakers.
Never use other parts (in particular, parts not made by KLING & FREITAG).
Any other use not described in this document is not an intended use
4. Safety Instructions
4.1 General Safety Instructions
Warning
The information described here does not relieve the user of the duty to follow the given
safety requirements and legal regulations.
The component is designed for operation on horizontal grounds. There must be no risk of
persons running into the setup as well as no wind loads in normal operation; otherwise, be
sure to take appropriate additional measures to prepare for such circumstances.
When setting up the configuration in public areas, the organizer must establish and attest
the stability and strength of the system.
Only qualified technicians are permitted to perform the installation steps. Be sure to use
personal protective equipment at all times.
The technicians responsible for installing the system on site are responsible for and
guarantee safe setup and use.
To prevent injury and damage, be sure to securely place or suspend the speaker system as
specified in the DGUV regulations 17 and 18 or similar locally applicable accident-control
standards.
Unless otherwise stated, use only KLING & FREITAG original parts for mounting the speakers.
Never use other parts (in particular, parts not made by KLING & FREITAG).
Be sure to always visually inspect all accessories and loudspeakers before use. In fixed
installations, regularly check all system components for signs of wear. Visual inspection
includes checking the system components of the speakers as well as the mounting
components. During the inspection, check all mounting components carefully for
deformations, cracks, bolt damage, and corrosion. If there are signs of wear, cracks, or
deformation, etc., replace the affected parts immediately.
See also the “Care and Maintenance” chapter on page 13.
4.2 Safety Instructions When Mounting the System as a Stand
Raised speakers mounted to each other can be considered a stand.
Warning
The component is designed for operation on horizontal grounds. There must be no risk of
persons running into the setup as well as no wind loads in normal operation; otherwise, be
sure to take appropriate additional measures to prepare for such circumstances.
Stands require additional safeguard in the following and similar cases:
• The supporting surface does not allow for firm standing.
• The stability may be affected by the system height.
• Winds may occur.
• Persons may run into the system, causing it to fall down.
Suitable measures for securing stands include, for example:

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• Weighing down the stand foot (in this case, the subwoofers)
• Guying to stable objects
• Blocking access to the standing area
• Assigning security staff
Specific actions might become necessary to prevent threatening audience behavior.
Never place stands on emergency escape routes. Before placing stands on traffic routes, make
sure the path width is sufficient and all required blocking and marking actions have been
taken.
Remember that placing speakers onto or removing them from stands poses specific risks. Be
sure to use means suitable for the purpose (for example, platforms).
5. Installation
Warning
Be sure to follow the safety instructions.
Setting up the speaker system requires two persons or a suitable lift for carrying and
handling.
Before mounting, make sure that the ground is level and will not give way to the system
weight.
Align the subwoofer vertically to the VIDA L speaker.
Be sure to mount no more than one VIDA L with a VIDA C speaker on a sub adapter.
1) The 2 mounting bores in the sub-
adapter base plate are designed for
different woofer models:
• The rear bore allows for
mounting the VIDA L speaker
to all K&F NOMOS woofers as
well as to the K&F SW 115 E
and K&F SW 215 E woofers.
• The front bore allows for
mounting the VIDA L speaker
to the K&F SW 112, K&F
PASSIO SUB 12, or K&F
PASSIO SUB 15 woofers.
Align the base plate and thread the
M20 bolt through the correct bore
into the woofer pole mount.
alternativ
2) You can place a VIDA L speaker in a
slightly offset position onto any of
the specified K&F subwoofers and
lock it securely.
Align the base plate to the desired
speaker position.
Thread in the M20 bolt.

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3) To mount the mounting plate,
gently pull out the lower speaker
lever and rotate it clockwise by 90°
to release it.
Have the lever lock into place.
4) Put the mounting plate against the
speaker, then insert the four tabs
of the mounting plate into the four
openings of the speaker until they
stop.
Make sure the mounting plate is
properly aligned. The mounting-
plate front edge must be level
with the front edge of the VIDA L
speaker.
Make sure all four connecting
tabs slide smoothly into the
corresponding speaker openings.
5) Gently pull out the VIDA L speaker
lever, then rotate it anticlockwise
by 90° back into its original
position.
Have the lever lock into place.
6) Check the mounting plate for
secure fit.

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7) On both sides of the speaker, make
sure that the chamfers of the
4 connecting pins sit flush with the
outside surface.
8) Put the VIDA L speaker onto the
woofer.
When doing so, make sure that the
guide bolt moves into the base-
plate guide.
9) You can now safely position the
speaker.
The base-plate guide allows for
precisely centering the speaker on
the base plate. Push the speaker
in front-grille direction, until the
locking-bolt head engages with the
guide bottom.

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10) When positioning is complete,
screw the mounting plate onto
the base plate using the two hand
wheels.
Speaker installation is now complete, so you can start the cabling.
6. Dismounting
Warning
Dismounting the speaker system requires two persons or a suitable lift for carrying and
handling.
If you intend to use a lift for uninstalling the speaker, be sure to mount a VIDA L flying frame
or VIDA L flying bracket onto the speaker.
Tip
When dismounting is completed, store all speakers and accessories in the transportation case.
This way, they cannot get lost and are always at hand when needed. In addition, the parts
are protected at least temporarily against the effects of unfavorable weather conditions, etc.
Basically, dismounting the speakers is performed in reverse order of the installation process.
1. Remove all cabling.
2. Mount the K&F mounting brackets / handholds onto the VIDA L speaker as necessary.
3. Release the two hand wheels to separate the base plate from the mounting plate.
4. Gently push back the speaker to remove the guide-bolt head from under the base-plate
guide.
5. Remove the VIDA L and place it in a transportation case.
6. Separate the mounting plate from the VIDA L speaker.
7. Separate the base plate from the subwoofer.
8. To ensure no parts are lost, connect the base plate with the mounting plate using the
hand wheels.
9. Store all speakers and accessories in the transportation case.

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7. Dimensions and Weight
Weight: 3.1 kg

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8. Transportation and Storage
Always protect all metal parts from even temporary moisture. despite, be sure to store,
transport, and use the accessories in dry environments only. Speaker accessories are not
designed for prolonged use in corrosive environments.
Make sure that the system is adequately ventilated during longer storage periods so any
residual moisture can escape from the equipment.
In addition, protect all system parts and VIDA L accessories from mechanical strains in order
to prevent damage.
9. Care and Maintenance
1.
Warning
For the owner and user, it is mandatory to be aware that speaker accessories used to fly
or mount the speakers are fundamentally safety-relevant.
Over time, the accessories may exhibit signs of wear, for example, from mechanical strain,
transport damage, corrosion, or improper handling.
As a basic principle, you must visually inspect the speaker accessory before and after you
use it. For fixed installations, you must inspect it 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 if
specific faults are found, stop using the accessories and send in the product to KLING &
FREITAG GmbH for inspection and repairs, if necessary.
Inspection regulations may vary depending on application and country of use. Observe
all applicable regulations; when in doubt, contact the local authorities.
2. Clean this speaker accessory regularly using a corrosion-prevention penetrating oil (for
example, WD-40®).

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INDEX
• Components...................................................................................................................................5
• Dimensions...................................................................................................................................12
• Dismounting................................................................................................................................ 11
• Installation..................................................................................................................................... 8
• Maintenance................................................................................................................................ 13
• Product Description.......................................................................................................................5
• Storage......................................................................................................................................... 13