KV2 Audio VHD 2.0 User manual

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User Guide
VHD2.0 •VHD1.0

VHD2.0 · VHD1.0 · Important Safety Instructions
VHD2.0 · VHD1.0 · Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Before using your VHD2.0, VHD1.0, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of these operating instructions
and the safety suggestions.
1. Read all product instructions.
2. Keep printed instructions, do not throw away.
3. Respect and rewiew all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with dry cloth.
6. Install in accordance with KV2 Audio's recommended installation instructions.
7. Only use accessories specied by KV2 Audio.
8. Install the product only with rigging specied by KV2 Audio, or sold with the loudspeaker.
9. Unplug this loudspeaker during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10. An experienced user shall always supervise this professional audio equipment.

VHD2.0 · VHD1.0 · VHD Flyware · Contents
Contents
VHD2.0 4
Introduction, Acoustic components, Enclosure Design 4
Drawing 5
Frequency characteristics 6
Specications 7
Accessories 8
VHD1.0 9
Introduction, Acoustic components, Enclosure Design 9
Drawing 10
Frequency characteristics 11
Specications 12
Accessories 13
VHD Flyware, Suspension and Rigging 14
Introduction, Warning - Safety Rigging 14
Parts & Components 15
Description 16 - 17
Weights & Stregths 18
Congurations 19 - 20
Warranty · Service 21
VHD2.0 · VHD1.0 · VHD Flyware · Contents

VHD2.0 · Overview
Introduction
The VHD2.0 is a dedicated powerful long throw projection Mid Hi enclosure for use with accompanying KV2 Audio
Subwoofer systems, for audiences of up to 20,000 people without requirement for additional delay systems, that represents
the pinnacle of KV2 Audio's design philosophy for compact, high output Audio performance systems.
Acoustical design is based on high eciency Horn loading as a three-way design and is built to the same robust standards
of existing KV2 Audio enclosures.
It can also be used at lower outputs as a full range enclosure where subwoofers are not necessarily required.
Primarily designed for Live Music applications that require reproduction of high transient content with a large dynamic range
at extreme output levels.
Acoustic components
The VHD2.0 Mid Hi module features purpose designed and specied speaker components, centered around high eciency
woofer design technology. Two mid bass 12" woofers, with inside outside 3' coil, and Epoxy reinforced cellulose cones are
employed, alongside two mid range 8" woofers, with 3" Transcoil and Epoxy reinforced cellulose cones. A 3" compression
driver with NVPD treated dome assembly, featuring AIC technology is applied for High frequencies. All speakers employ
neodymium magnets to increase force, improve control and lower weight. The VHD2.0 has an 80° horizontal and 40° vertical
dispersion and left and right versions of the speaker are oered in order to create larger format vertical arrays of the mid high
system.
Enclosure Design
The VHD2.0 Enclosure is a compact Horn Loaded design, built in lightweight Baltic Birch, featuring a number of ergonomically
designed parts and functions that make it an easy unit to move, set up and operate. There are a total of six handles
integrated, (2 each side and one top and bottom), to facilitate easy pick up and positioning of the enclosure in a natural
-instinctive and intuitive manner.
Low friction feet are integrated for easy locking into existing KV2 Audio enclosures in the VHD range. Flytrack is tted to the
enclosure to allow easy ying and suspension via the KV2 Audio propriety Certied Flyware system.
Application
Designed as an extreme high output and performance
mid-hi unit as part of the VHD systems Very High
Denition for live performance
• Medium to large concert venues
• Scalable from small to large systems
• Full range standalone use in public areas
• Hire and Production
• Large Theatres
VHD2.0 R (right) - part number KVV 987 077
VHD2.0 L (left) - part number KVV 987 078
Touring and Installation Mid High Enclosure
4
VHD2.0 · Overview

VHD2.0 · Drawing
Drawing
VHD2.0 · Drawing
5

VHD2.0 · Frequency characteristics
Frequency response
500Hz - 2kHz
Horizontal Polarplots
Vertical Polarplots
62Hz - 250Hz 4kHz - 16kHz
62Hz
125Hz
250Hz
500Hz
1kHz
2kHz
4kHz
8kHz
16kHz
62Hz - 250Hz 500Hz - 2kHz 4kHz - 16kHz
62Hz
125Hz
250Hz
500Hz
1kHz
2kHz
4kHz
8kHz
16kHz
10k5k2k1k5002001005050 20kHz
100.0
dBSPL
90.0
80.0
70.0
60.0
50.0
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VHD2.0 · Frequency characteristics

VHD2.0 · Specications
Specications
System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 139dB (144dB two VHD 2.0’s)
Max SPL Peak 142dB (147dB two VHD 2.0’s)
-3dB Response 100Hz to 22kHz
-10dB Response 85Hz to 30kHz
-3dB Response (Full Range mode) 65Hz to 22kHz
Crossover Point 100Hz, 450Hz, 2.2kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 80° x 40° / 80° x 10° (2x VHD 2.0's)
High Frequency Amplier Requirement 200W (VHD2000 amp.)
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1.4" / 3.0"
Diaphragm Material Nitride Titanium
Magnet Type Neodymium
Mid Range Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
Mid Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 80° x 40° / 80° x 10° (2x VHD 2.0's)
Midrange Amplier Requirement 600W (VHD2000 amp.)
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter / Design 2x 8" / 3.0" / Trans Coil
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Mid-Bass Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
Mid-bass Amplier Requirement 1200W (VHD2000 amp.)
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter 2x 12" / 3" / Inside Outside
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Speaker Input
Speaker Input AP6 male
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Handles 6
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 933 mm (36.72")
Width 700 mm (27.55")
Depth 495 mm (19.48")
Weight 70 kg (154.0lbs)
Amplication and control
Amplication and control VHD2000
VHD2.0 · Specications
7

VHD2.0 · Accessories
Cart for VHD2.0
part name:
Cart for VHD2.0
part number:
KVV 987 099
description:
- Front mount aluminium
VHD2.0 cart
- with hardwood bumpers
Cover for VHD2.0
part name:
Cover VHD2.0
part number:
KVV 987 104
description:
- used with cart
Fly Bar for VHD Systems
part name:
Fly Bar for VHD Systems
part number:
KVV 987 252
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VHD2.0 · Accessories
VHD2.0 Top Fly Bar Arm
part name:
VHD2.0 Top Fly Bar Arm
part number:
KVV 987 309
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH120
part name:
Cable MH120
part number:
KVV 987 126
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 12m (40ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH60
part name:
Cable MH60
part number:
KVV 987 125
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 6m (20ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH180
part name:
Cable MH180
part number:
KVV 987 127
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 18m (60ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
VHD2.0 Top Extension Fly Bar Arm
part name:
VHD2.0 Top Extension Fly Bar Arm
part number:
KVV 987 306

VHD1.0 · Overview
Introduction
The VHD1.0 is a dedicated downll enclosure primarily designed to accompany a suspended VHD2.0 enclosure and fuill
near and front ll duties as part of a full range system. It represents the pinnacle of KV2 Audio's design philosophy for
compact, high output Audio performance systems. Acoustical design is based on high eciency Horn loading as a three-
way design and is built to the same robust standards of existing KV2 Audio enclosures. The VHD1.0 can also be used stand-
alone in conjunction with other VHD and KV2 Subwoofers as a complete system, as well at lower output levels as a full range
enclosure where subwoofers are not necessarily required.
Primarily designed for Live Music applications that require reproduction of high transient content with a large dynamic
range at extreme output levels.
Acoustic components
The VHD 1.0 Downll module features purpose designed and specied speaker components, centered around high eciency
woofer design technology. One mid bass 12" woofer, with inside outside 3' coil, and Epoxy reinforced cellulose cone are
employed, alongside one mid range 8" woofer, with 3" Transcoil and Epoxy reinforced cellulose cone. A 3" compression
driver with NVPD treated dome assembly, featuring AIC technology is applied for High frequencies. All speakers employ
neodymium magnets to increase force, improve control and lower weight. The VHD1.0 has an 110° horizontal and 40° vertical
dispersion and left and right versions of the speaker are oered in order to create larger format vertical arrays of the mid high
system.
Enclosure Design
The VHD1.0 Enclosure is a compact Horn Loaded design, built in lightweight Baltic Birch, featuring a number of
ergonomically designed parts and functions that make it an easy unit to move, set up and operate. There are a total of
three handles integrated, (1 each side and one top ), to facilitate easy pick up and positioning of the enclosure in a natural
-instinctive and intuitive manner.
Low friction feet are integrated for easy locking into existing KV2 Audio enclosures in the VHD range. Flytrack is tted to the
enclosure to allow easy ying and suspension via the KV2 Audio propriety Certied Flyware system.
Application
Designed as a dedicated mid high - downll enclosure
to accompany the VHD2.0 as part of the VHD systems
• Medium to large concert venues
• Fixed installation
• Outdoor events
VHD1.0 R (right) - part number KVV 987 141
VHD1.0 L (left) - part number KVV 987 076
Mid High/Down-ll Enclosure
VHD1.0 · Overview
9

VHD1.0 · Drawing
Drawing
10
VHD1.0 · Drawing

VHD1.0 · Frequency characteristics
Frequency response
500Hz - 2kHz
Horizontal Polarplots
Vertical Polarplots
62Hz - 250Hz 4kHz - 16kHz
62Hz
125Hz
250Hz
500Hz
1kHz
2kHz
4kHz
8kHz
16kHz
62Hz - 250Hz 500Hz - 2kHz 4kHz - 16kHz
62Hz
125Hz
250Hz
500Hz
1kHz
2kHz
4kHz
8kHz
16kHz
10k5k2k1k5002001005050 20kHz
100.0
dBSPL
90.0
80.0
70.0
60.0
50.0
VHD1.0 · Frequency characteristics
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VHD1.0 · Specications
Specications
System Acoustic Perfomance
Max SPL Long-term 134dB
Max SPL Peak 137dB
-3dB Response 100Hz to 22kHz
-10dB Response 85Hz to 30kHz
-3dB Response (Full Range mode) 65Hz to 22kHz
Crossover Point 100Hz, 450Hz, 2.2kHz
High Frequency Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
High Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 110° x 40°
High Frequency Amplier Requirement 100W (VHD200 amp.)
Throat Exit Diameter / Diaphragm Size 1.4" / 3.0"
Diaphragm Material Nitride Titanium
Magnet Type Neodymium
Mid Range Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
Mid Horn Coverage Horizontal / Vertical 110° x 40°
Midrange Amplier Requirement 300W (VHD2000 amp.)
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter / Design 8" / 3.0" / Trans Coil
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Mid-Bass Section
Acoustic Design Horn Loaded
Mid-bass Amplier Requirement 600W (VHD2000 amp.)
Woofer Size / Voice Coil Diameter 2x 12" / 3" / Inside Outside
Diaphragm Material Epoxy Reinforced Cellulose
Magnet Type Neodymium
Speaker Input
Speaker Input AP6 male
Speaker Output
Speaker Output AP6 male
Cabinet
Cabinet Material Baltic birch
Handles 4
Color "Orange peeled" Matt Black or any RAL
Physical Dimensions
Height 660 mm (25.98")
Width 700 mm (27.55")
Depth 495 mm (19.48")
Weight 45 kg (99lbs)
Amplication and control
Amplication and control VHD2000 12
VHD1.0· Specications

VHD1.0 · Accessories
Cart for VHD1.0
part name:
Cart for VHD1.0
part number:
KVV 987 156
description:
- cart for easy transport
and hanging VHD1.0
- with hardwood bumpers
Cover for VHD1.0
part name:
Cover VHD1.0
part number:
KVV 987 157
description:
- heavy duty
- padded
VHD1.0 Downll Arm
part name:
VHD1.0 Downll Arm
part number:
KVV 987 310
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH60
part name:
Cable MH60
part number:
KVV 987 125
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 6m (20ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH15
part name:
Cable MH15
part number:
KVV 987 147
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors - 1,5m (5ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module connection
- for VHD1.0 Mid/Hi Module daisy-chaining
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH180
part name:
Cable MH180
part number:
KVV 987 127
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 18m (60ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
Mid/Hi speaker cable MH120
part name:
Cable MH120
part number:
KVV 987 126
description:
- 6 wire speaker cable
- AP6 connectors
- 12m (40ft) length
- for Mid/Hi Module hook-up
VHD1.0 · Accessories
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Introduction
This manual is presented by KV2 Audio, to enable the clear and precise instructions for the safe practice and execution,
suspension and general rigging of the VHD Loudspeaker products, using the VHD FLYBAR system.
It is vitally important that operators and users familiarize themselves with all of the components, parts, products and safety
instructions, as described and indicated within this document, before attempting any over-head suspension, ying
and rigging.
The VHD Loudspeaker enclosures are designed with integral suspension points to facilitate secure ying and rigging,
providing that no modications or external parts are substituted, and that all instructions are adhered to at all times.
KV2 Audio s.r.o operates a continuing process policy of attaining and improving standards.
This means that instructions and methods may be subject to change without notication, and it is the sole responsibility
of the operator/user to check for any updated information regarding safe ying procedures whether locally or internationally.
Warning - Safety Rigging
There are accepted 'General Rigging Practices' appropriate to the entertainment industry and this Document aims
to encapsulate them specically to the safe suspension of the KV2 VHD Loudspeaker systems described here.
It is extremely vital and important that only personnel whom have the qualications and certicates, prior knowledge
and experience of rigging techniques, attempt the execution of any overhead suspension of KV2 products.
All advice and instructions expressed and stated within this document, are based upon the highest engineering data
available at the time of publication, from within the Country of manufacture, with regards to materials and general practice
techniques.
Specications are subject to change, due to constant testing, product updates and renements and R&D.
'General Rigging Practices' means that Regulations and requirements are possibly subject to alterations in dierent
countries and may be superseded locally.
KV2 Audio, as such is not responsible for the safety of any suspension, ying over-head of all specic KV2 Audio
Loudspeaker products, or Rigging congurations as executed in practice by users.
It is expressly the sole responsibility of the user to ensure that at all times any KV2 Audio product or system is suspended
and rigged in accordance with current International and local regulations.
All non KV2 Audio products such as hoists, clamps, wires, truss, supports used ,or required to suspend KV2 Audio
Loudspeaker systems are the sole responsibility of the user.
VHD Flyware · Introduction · Warning
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VHD Flyware · Introduction · Warning

Item QTY Description
1 1 PICKPOINT Hanging BAR
2 1 CROSS MEMBER Hanging Bracket
3 1 D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN
4 1 STEEl PULL-BACK ARRESTOR
FLY BAR - 0003 (KVV 987 252)
VHD Flyware · Parts & Components
Parts & Components
The VHD FLYBAR is a complete system to allow the safe suspension of single, double and multiple components of the VHD
series.
The system consists of individual parts that form the basis of attaching loudspeaker modules to the FLYBAR, these are
identiable and described below as:
VHD Flyware · Parts & Components
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VHD2.0 TOP ARM (KVV 987 309)
VHD Flyware · Description
Description
FLY BAR - 0003 (KVV 987 252):
The CROSSMEMBER hanging bracket is a at and folded
steel bar with returned 90 degree ends.
This bracket attaches to the PICKPOINT ARM by simply
sliding into two preset grooves, from left to right and
secures smoothly and tightly, thus creating a T- Bar eect.
Once both bars are attached and joined, it is a simple case
of locking and securing the correct position and location,
according to which conguration of VHD enclosures are
being suspended, either in aLeft/Right unit, by inserting
a single D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN, which is attached via
a small shrouded steel tie at the return edge of the
PICKPOINT ARM. (See diagram).
VHD2.0 TOP EXTENSION ARM (KVV 987 306):
The VHD2.0 EXTENSION ARM is of the same design and presentation as the VHD2.0 TOP ARM, except it is dierentiated by
being physically longer and employs a total of two angular wedges to allow locking into an attached secondary VHD2.0
and its enclosure handles.
The same method of inserting a single D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN into each handle is employed.
The arm has a poly-hex head at the top end of the bar, with prexed apertures for the insertion of the D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PINS,
to allow desired splay angles of the secondary VHD2.0 and is attached by the insertion of a single D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PIN.
To add extra enclosures to the hang, this method of attachment is repeated.
VHD2.0 TOP EXTENSION ARM (KVV 987 306)
FLY BAR - 0003 (KVV 987 252)
VHD2.0 TOP ARM (KVV 987 309):
The VHD2.0 TOP ARM is a at steel bar with straight ends, a double groove joint at the lower end and prexed apertures to
accept both D6 and D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PINS.
A single bar is used on each side of an enclosure.
The bar employs a total of two angular wedges that are used to 'lock into' the handles on each side of the VHD2.0 enclosure
and are then secured by the insertion of a single D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN, (Which are attached to the bars via small shrouded
steel ties) into each handle.
Once the VHD2.0 TOP ARMS are attached to the VHD2.0, they are then simply attached to the CROSS MEMBER hanging
bracket by inserting a single D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PIN through the top aperture of both of the VHD2.0 TOP ARMS
and CROSSMEMBER hanging bracket.
VHD Flyware · Description
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VHD BASS ARM (KVV 987 307)
VHD Flyware · Description
Description
VHD BASS ARM (KVV 987 307):
The VHD BASS ARM is a at steel bar with straight ends, a double groove joint at the lower end and prexed apertures
to accept both D6 & D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PINS.
This bar is used exclusively to suspend a compliment of two VHD Subwoofers and a single bar is used on each side of the two
enclosures.
The bar employs a total of four angular wedges that are used to 'lock into' the handles on each side of the VHD Subwoofer
enclosure and are secured by the insertion of a single D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN, (Which are attached to the bar via small
shrouded steel ties) into each handle.
VHD BASS EXTENSION ARM (KVV 987 308):
The VHD SUBWOOFER EXTENSION ARM is of the same design and presentation as the VHD SUBWOOFER ARM, except
it is dierentiated by being physically longer and employs a total of four angular wedges to allow locking into an attached-
secondary double hang of VHD Subwoofers and its enclosure handles.
The same method of inserting a single D6 QUICK RELEASE PIN into each handle is employed.
The arm has a poly-hex shape head at the top of the bar, with pre-xed apertures for the insertion of the D12.6 QUICK
RELEASE PINS, and is attached to the lower end of the VHD SUBWOOFER ARM by sliding into the groove and then being
secured by the insertion of a single D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PIN.
To add extra enclosures to the hang, this method of attachment is repeated.
STEEL PULL-BACK ARRESTOR:
A steel chain is used as a pull-back to assist with obtaining desired angles of hang.
Using the pre-set identication coloured links in conjunction with the example diagrams allows quick and easy set-ups.
A small overhang chain collector bag is provided to protect and store the chain.
VHD1.0 DOWNFILL ARM (KVV 987 310)
VHD 1.0 DOWNFILL ARM (KVV 987 310):
The VHD1.0 DOWNFILL ARM is a short, at pre-angled steel bar that has two pre-xed apertures at the lower end of the bar
to allow dierent angles of suspension from the enclosure above.
The arm is attached to the VHD1.0 down-ll enclosure by means of two apertures that receive the insertion of two D6 QUICK
RELEASE PINS.
The top of the bar is attached to the bottom of either the VHD2.0 TOP ARM
or BASS/VHD2.0 ARM by sliding into the groove and inserting a single
D12.6 QUICK RELEASE PIN.
VHD BASS EXTENSION ARM (KVV 987 308)
VHD Flyware · Description
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VHD Flyware · Weights & Stregths
Weights & Stregths
The ES Flybar System presents several congurations of system design product combinations for suspension and rigging.
Each component has to be factored into the total weight being suspended.
FOR CERTIFICATION OF FLYBAR COMPONENTS AND PINS PLEASE VISIT ·www.kv2audio.com
Part Weight per unit
CROSSMEMBER - Hanging Bracket (part of KVV 987 309) 5,5 kg (12.13lbs)
PICKPOINT - Hanging Arm with Fixation Chain 6 kg (13.23lbs)
VHD2.0 TOP ARM (pair), (KVV 987 309) 6,5 kg (14.33lbs)
VHD2.0 TOP EXTENSION ARM (pair), (KVV 987 306) 7,5 kg (16.53lbs)
VHD BASS ARM (pair), (KVV 987 307) 8,5 kg (18.74lbs)
VHD BASS EXTENSION ARM (pair), (KVV 987 308) 9,5 kg (20.95lbs)
VHD1.0 DOWNFILL ARM (pair), (KVV 987 310) 3 kg (6.62lbs)
TOTAL WEIGHT OF ONE COMPLETE SYSTEM WITH TWO TOP ARMS 18 kg (39.69lbs)
TOTAL WEIGHT OF ONE COMPLETE SYSTEM WITH FOUR TOP ARMS 25,5 kg (56.22lbs)
TOTAL WEIGHT OF ONE COMPLETE SYSTEM WITH TWO TOP ARMS
AND TWO SUBWOOFER ARMS
27,5 kg (60.63lbs)
MAXIMUM SWL OF ONE COMPLETE SYSTEM 400 kg (881.84lbs)
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VHD Flyware · Weights & Stregths

VHD Flyware · Congurations
Congurations
VHD Flyware · Congurations
19

VHD Flyware · Congurations with Down Fill
Congurations
20
VHD Flyware · Congurations with Down Fill