KLING & FREITAG VIDA M Adapter Plate User manual

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USER‘S MANUAL
K&F VIDA M Adapter Plate

User‘s Manual K&F VIDA M Adapter Plate
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Table of Content
Chapter / Content Page
1 Introduction 4
1.1 Icons Used 4
1.2 About this user's manual 4
2 Product Description 5
2.1 Intended Use 5
2.2 Items included 6
2.3 Technical Specifications 6
2.3.1 Overview 6
2.3.2 Dimensions 7
3 Safety Instructions 8
3.1 General Safety Instructions 8
3.2 Safety Instructions When Mounting the System as a Stand 8
4 Installation 9
4.1 Determining Required Ballast 9
4.2 Required Tools and Mounting Material 10
4.3 Mounting a VIDA M onto a DesignStand 10
4.3.1 Simplified Mounting Using the Universal Joint 12
5 Dismounting 14
6 Maintenance 15
7 Transportation and Storage 15
8 Disposal 15

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1Introduction
1.1 Icons Used
1.2 About this user's manual
EN | Translation of the original instructions
All KLING & FREITAG manuals are originally authored in German.
© KLING & FREITAG GmbH, all rights reserved.
All specifications regarding the features of the described products and applicable safety guide-
lines 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 system must have access to
these user's manual and all other relevant material during installation. Ohne dieses
gelesen, verstanden und griffbereit vor Ort zu haben, darf das Lautsprechersystem
weder aufgebaut noch eingesetzt werden.
KLING & FREITAG spare manuals are separately available for order or can be downloaded from
our website: www.kling-freitag.de
Contact Us: [e-mail]
KLING & FREITAG GMBH, Junkersstr. 14, D-30179 Hannover
Phone [phone], fax [phone] (other countries)
WARNUNG
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ous health problems including potentially fatal injuries.
VORSICHT
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minor injuries or damage.
HINWEIS
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structions may cause malfunctions or damage.
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2 Product Description
The VIDA M Adapter Plate is designed for operating the VIDA M 110, VIDA M 110 S,
VIDA M 220, or VIDA M 220 S speakers on a DesignStand Kling & Freitag VIDA L stand by
H.O.F. Alutec:
Visit the following page on the H.O.F. Alutec website to find out more about generic as well
as KLING & FREITAG-specific DesignStand components:
https://www.h-of.de/en/products/excellent-line-designstand/designstand-k-f-vida-l/
2.1 Intended Use
Be sure to use the VIDA M Adapter Plate only in combination with the DesignStand K&F VIDA
L stand and the appropriate stand accessories (see below) and no more than one KLING & FRE-
ITAG VIDA M speaker.
Upright operation only!
The stand is designed for indoor use only. For temporary or permanent outdoor use, make sure
the system is protected against moisture at all times. This product is not designed for use in
corrosive environments.
Accessories are not designed for frequent mounting to/unmounting from the speaker. Be sure
to mount the accessories to a speaker no more than five times during the overall product life-
cycle. Therefore, you might want to mount the accessory to an Excellent Line DesignStand Uni-
versal Header HD and leave the Universal Header HD permanently attached on the speaker.
Be sure to verify the stability of the speaker/stand system. Be sure to strictly observe the safety
instructions for operation with the DesignStand D4 issued by H.O.F. Alutec at all times. The
adapter is not designed for withstanding high lateral forces or shocks (for example, winds of
> 25 m/s or persons running into the setup).
Never use components by manufacturers other than listed here.
Any other use as well as any use not described in this User’s Guide is not an intended use.
Never use components other than those made by H.O.F. Alutec for the purpose (see
below) for stand configurations.
•Excellent Line DesignStand Universal Joint
•Excellent Line DesignStand Universal Header HD
•Excellent Line DesignStand extension, 40 cm
•Excellent Line DesignStand extension, 60 cm
•Excellent Line DesignStand extension, 80 cm
•Excellent Line DesignStand extension, 100 cm
•Excellent Line DesignStand extension, 200 cm
•Excellent Line DesignStand D4 Base Plate (from aluminum or steel)
•Excellent Line Weight Set for D4/S3 Stands (black, 120 kg)
•Excellent Line Weight Set for D4/S3 Stands (black, 144 kg).
Also, be sure to use only the supplied M8x35 hexagon screws (grade 8.8) and M6 x 10 coun-
tersunk screws (grade 070).

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2.2 Items included
2.3 Technical Specifications
2.3.1 Overview
[A] VIDA M Adapter Plate (1 item)
[B] M8 x 35 hexagon screw,
grade 8.8 (4 items)
[C] M6 x 10 countersunk screw,
grade 070
(4 items)
•User's manual (1 item)
Load capacity 1 VIDA M speaker
Weight 0.8 kg
Colors
RAL 9005 (black), standard
RAL 9010 (white), standard
RAL spot color, on request

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2.3.2 Dimensions
87,4
141,5
129

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3 Safety Instructions
3.1 General Safety Instructions
3.2 Safety Instructions When Mounting the System as a
Stand
The information described here does not relieve the user of the duty to follow the given safety
requirements and legal regulations.
The technicians responsible for installing the system on site are responsible for and guarantee
safe setup and use. They must be qualified event technicians and use appropriate personal pro-
tective equipment at all times.
To prevent injury and damage, be sure to securely place the speaker system as specified in the
DGUV regulations 17 (BGV C1) or similar locally applicable accident-control standards.
WARNUNG
Risks imposed by falling or overturning parts.
Adjust the base plate appropriately, so that the stand is exactly vertical.
Always follow the technical documentation and the structural certifications on the following
web page: https://www.h-of.de/en/products/designstand/designstand-d-line/2222/excellent-
line-designstand-d4.
Accessories are not designed for frequent mounting to/unmounting from the speaker. Be sure
to mount the accessories to a speaker no more than five times during the overall product life-
cycle. Therefore, you might want to mount the accessory to an Excellent Line DesignStand Uni-
versal Header HD and leave the Universal Header HD permanently attached on the speaker.
Be sure to tighten all bolts and screws to the specified torque.
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 installa-
tions, 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 dam-
age, and corrosion. If there are signs of wear, cracks, or deformation, etc., replace the affected
parts immediately.
See also the »Maintenance« chapter on page 15.
WARNUNG
Never place stands on emergency escape routes.
For any application, always have a proof of stability issued.
This can be done on the basis of the structural analysis available on the manufacturer's website
at: https://www.h-of.de/media/pdf/b1/e5/3d/ELD4_Statik.pdf.
The proof of stability must be issued by a qualified event technician or a structural engineer.
Remember that placing speakers onto or removing them from speaker-stands poses specific
risks. Be sure to use means suitable for the purpose (for example, lifts or platforms).
If you put up the stand in a public area, establish a minimum height of 1.6 meters (5¼’) from
the floor to the bottom edge of the speaker.
Be sure not to place more than one VIDA M speaker upright on the adapter plate.

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4 Installation
4.1 Determining Required Ballast
To guarantee maximum stability, be sure to apply sufficient ballast to the base plate with re-
gard to the application at hand. The manufacturer offers base plates of different weights as
well as ballasts that can be combined and extended:
The following versions of the Excellent Line DesignStand D4 base plate are available:
•Aluminum, 20 mm (37 kg)
•Steel, 20 mm (103 kg)
•Steel, 25 mm (130 kg)
•Steel, 30 mm (155 kg)
The following Excellent Line Weight Sets for D4/S3 stands are available:
•120 kg
•144 kg
Always follow the technical documentation and the structural certifications on the following
web page: https://www.h-of.de/en/products/designstand/designstand-d-line/2222/excellent-
line-designstand-d4.
Speakers: M110 (S) M220 (S)
Pole height (w/o speaker) Ballast required (incl. base plate)
Under unfavorable wind conditions (> 25 m/s) or where persons might run into the
setup (50 kg @ 1.5 m)
3 m 676 kg 658 kg
2 m 536 kg 518 kg
1.6 m 411 kg 393 kg
Under unfavorable wind conditions (> 25 m/s) but with no person-impact risk
3 m 451 kg 433 kg
2 m 311 kg 293 kg
1.6 m 181 kg 163 kg
Under hallwind conditions or where persons might run into the setup (50 kg @
1.5 m)
3 m 301 kg 283 kg
2 m 271 kg 253 kg
1.6 m 246 kg 228 kg
Under hallwind conditions but with no person-impact risk
3 m 78 kg 63 kg
2 m 49 kg 37 kg
1.6 m 37 kg 37 kg
No winds but persons might run into the setup (50 kg @ 1.5 m)
3 m 201 kg 186
2 m 201 kg 186
1.6 m 201 kg 186
No winds and no person-impact risk
3 m 37 kg 37 kg
2 m 37 kg 37 kg
1.6 m 37 kg 37 kg

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4.2 Required Tools and Mounting Material
4.3 Mounting a VIDA M onto a DesignStand
Required Tools Required mounting material
IH4 torque wrench with hexagon-socket drive
and 3 Nm torque
Loctite 2400 (supplied with the speaker)
Hexagon key, size 13 mm
WARNUNG
Mount the Adapter Plate to an Excellent Line DesignStand Universal Header HD (reinforced
version) by H.O.F. Alutec only! Alutec only!
1. Adjust the stand to the desired
height but don’t mount the Uni-
versal Header HD [A] yet.
2. Apply Loctite® 2400 to the
threads of the supplied M8 x 35
hexagon screws.
3. Screw the Adapter Plate onto the
Universal Header HD using those
screws.
4. Slide the mounting-plate tabs
into the corresponding inlets of
the speaker.

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5. Apply Loctite® 2400 to the
threads of the M6x10 counter-
sunk screws.
6. Screw the Adapter Plate to the
speaker using those screws.
For that purpose, use an hexa-
gon socket wrench (size IS4).
Tighten the screws to a 3 Nm
torque.
7. Lift the VIDA M using a suitable
lift and slide it onto the stand
with the Universal Header HD at-
tached.

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4.3.1 Simplified Mounting Using the Universal Joint
1. Perform steps 1 to 6 of the previ-
ous section.
2. Remove the thumbscrew at the
stand joint.
3. Fold the stand down.
4. Set up a support of about
310 mm height and place the
VIDA M on it front-side down.
Take careful not damage the
speaker with the support.
5. Fully slide the VIDA M with the
Universal Header HD attached
onto the stand.
310 mm

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6. Put up the stand with the
speaker mounted.
Depending on the ground condi-
tions, a third person might be re-
quired for preventing slipping of
the stand plate.
7. Lock the stand joint by screwing
the hand wheel into the joint de-
tent.
8. Secure the stand against tipping
or falling.

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5Dismounting
Basically, unmounting the speakers is performed in reverse order of the installation process;
however, note that the Universal Header HD permanently remains attached to the speaker.
Avoid frequently mounting/unmounting the accessory to/from the speaker.
TIPP
After unmounting, 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.

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6 Maintenance
Clean this speaker accessory regularly using a corrosion-prevention penetrating oil (for exam-
ple, WD-40).
7 Transportation and Storage
Store the product in a dry place. Also, transport under dry conditions only.
During prolonged storage, ensure sufficient ventilation.
In addition, protect all system parts and K&F VIDA M accessories from mechanical strains in
order to prevent damage.
8Disposal
Dispose of this product according to local ordinance regulations.
WARNUNG
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) care-
fully 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. Ob-
serve all applicable regulations; If in doubt, contact local authorities.
Many countries require regular inspection of mounting components and accessories. An addi-
tional 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. This inspection log book shall be updated with the inspection steps,
test intervals and parts lists.

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