KV2 Audio VHD5 Series User manual

User Guide
VHD5 Rigging Manual
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VHD5 Rigging Manual · Contents
Contents
VHD5 Rigging Manual · Overview 4 - 5
Safety Warning 6
Preparation 6
System Inspection 6
VHD5 Transportation 7
VHD5 SIMULATION SOFTWARE 7
VHD5 Flybar & Chain 8
VHD5 Top (Pan) Flybar Conguration 9
Main Tensioning Chain 9
VHD5 Internal Rigging 10
Fly Bar Deployment 10 - 11
Flying cabinets and cabling 11 - 12
Top 2 VHD8.10 Cabinets 12 - 14
VHD5 Cabinet 15
Bottom VHD8.10 Cabinet 16
VHD5.1 Cabinet 17
Cabling 18
Care and Maintenance 19
VHD5 Rigging Manual · Contents
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VHD5 Rigging Manual · Overview
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 VHD5 Constant Power Point Source System, using the VHD5 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 VHD5 Loudspeaker cabinets 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 rigorous 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.
1. Study this manual thoroughly
2. Keep printed instructions, do not throw away
3. Do not use this system in unprotected outdoor areas, during lightning storms or in rain or wet conditions.
4. Obey all SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS as well as HAZARD and REQUIREMENT warnings.
5. Never integrate equipment or any other xtures that have not been approved by KV2 AUDIO
6. Study all the associated User Guide documents before operating the system.
This product information document is included in the shipping carton of the associated system components.
7. This system must only be rigged by qualied and Certied operators.
Installation should only be carried out by qualied personnel that are familiar with the rigging procedures and safety
guidelines dened in this manual.
8. Safeguard workers OH&S.
Throughout loading, installation and deployment, workers must wear a protective helmet, high-Vis vest and suitable
footwear at all times. Under no circumstance should workers be permitted to climb on to any VHD5 system, either
ground stacked or own.
9. Conform to the Working Load Limit (WLL) of all non KV2 AUDIO equipment.
KV2 Audio will not be held responsible for the use of any non KV2 AUDIO rigging equipment or accessories. Conrm
that the Working Load Limit (WLL) of all hanging points, chain motors and all supplementary rigging hardware is not
exceeded.
10. Conform to the maximum system congurations.
To avoid overloading, adhere to the published congurations dened in this manual. To check the compliance of any
VHD5 conguration recommended by KV2 AUDIO, check the information contained within the VHD5 USER GUIDE.
11. Hazard of falling objects
Before ying or transporting, conrm that all unattached items have been removed from the system.
12. Removal of Flybar and rigging
Remove ybar and any other rigging items prior to transporting system.
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VHD5 Rigging Manual · Overview
13. Remain vigilant when ying the VHD5 system.
Always conrm that there is no one underneath the loudspeaker system while it is being own into position. As the system
is being own, ensure that each cabinet is correctly attached to the adjoining cabinet. Never leave the system unattended,
until it has been safely own into its nal trim position. KV2 Audio advocates the use of rated safety slings with all
own systems.
Failure to do so can cause injury or death and will immediately void your warranty.
14. Use caution when ground-stacking any loudspeaker system.
Ensure that the loudspeaker system is always constructed on a stable base. Make sure that the structure is rated
to the total weight of the system. KV2 AUDIO advocates the use of rated safety slings and/or ratchet-straps with all
ground-stacked systems. KV2 AUDIO does NOT recommend ground stacking the VHD5 system.
15. Wind eects on the dynamic load of a own system.
When a VHD5 system is own outdoors subject to the weather, wind can create dynamic stress to the rigging hardware
and hanging points. If the wind strength exceeds 6 bft (Beaufort scale) which is between 39-49kmh, reduce the height
of the system and secure to avoid any unacceptable movement.
HAZARD!
This image denotes a potential risk of injury to a person or damage to the equipment.
It may also alert the user about a process that must be followed exactly to ensure safe deployment
and operation of the equipment.
REQUIREMENT!
This image alerts the user about a process that must be followed exactly to ensure safe
deployment and operation of the equipment.
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VHD5 Rigging Manual · Safety Warning
Safety Warning
• TheVHD5riggingcomponents(Flybar,IntegralFlyware,Lockingpins)mustonlybeusedwiththematching
KV2 Audio VHD5 loudspeakers VHD5.0, VHD8.10, VHD5.1.
• InstallationanddeploymentmustbeconductedbyCertiedandauthorizedpersonnelfollowingthelocalOH&Sstandards
in place.
• Thepersonresponsiblefordeployingthesystemmustensurethatthehangingpointsaresuitablyratedfortheirintended
use.
• 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.
Preparation
Check the proposed system placement and ying plan with the EASE Focus aiming and modelling program and print out
the simulations for each system hanging point.
Utilising this plot, the riggers will be able to accurately set up the hanging points and chain motors in the correct positions.
The working load limit (WLL) of individual chain motors and their hanging points has to be sucient
to carry the total system weight, including cabling, yware and any accessories.
It is possible that when two chain motors are being used to hang a system, that they might not always
be synchronised. For this reason, both of the hanging points must be capable of carrying the total
system weight independently.
System Inspection
All system components must be examined for faults prior to being deployed. This includes the loudspeaker connectors
and in particular the internal cabinet rigging components.
The ybar, chains and clips must also be inspected, and cleared of any faults.
Any damaged components must be replaced immediately or taken out of service. Refer to the Care and Maintenance
section of this manual. (Page 17).
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VHD5 Rigging Manual · Transportation
VHD5 Transportation
The VHD5 system is transported on a total of six transport carts.
1. 1x VHD5.0 (left side)
2. 1x VHD5.0 (right side)
3. 2x VHD8.10 (left side)
4. 2x VHD8.10 (right side)
5. 2x VHD8.10 (one left side, one right side)
6. 2x VHD5.10 (one left side, one right side)
During transportation, the cabinets are secured to their transport carts using the internal rigging hardware and locking pins,
and in the case of the VHD8.10 cabinets, in pairs on top of each other using the same method.
VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Transportation · VHD5 SIMULATION SOFTWARE
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VHD5 SIMULATION SOFTWARE
Because VHD5 is a point source system, there is not the requirement for extensive and complicated congurations, normally
associated with multi-source arrays.
The unique design of the system ensures
that as long as the system is carefully placed
and aimed correctly, the sound will be
extremely even and linear within the entire
listening area, out to beyond 100 metres.
In the case of a venue where the audience
areas extend to the sides of the stage, there
may also be a need for side hangs to cover
these zones.
In addition, there will be cases when there
will be inlls and lip-lls used to cover zones
not covered by the main system.
KV2 AUDIO recommends using EASE Focus software by AFMG, which provides a simulation of coverage and SPL, ensuring
that all of the system components are placed in the optimum position for any given situation.
This can be downloaded for free at http://focus.afmg.eu/index.php/fc-downloads-en.html
KV2 les for EASE Focus can be downloaded at https://www.kv2audio.com/downloads.html

VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Flybar & Chain
VHD5 Flybar & Chain
Due to the unique design of the KV2 ying systems, all of the internal and external yware is static and does not require any
adjustment.
The exception to this are the remote controlled motorized ybars that can be rotated/panned and tilted to adjust for
environmental and climatic changes which can aect the systems high frequency response. This allows for correction at any
time if required with the simple push of a button.
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The VHD5 ybars feature ingenious engineering, and are simple to deploy using the remote control on the VHD5.0 amplier
rack, or the GUI of the VHD5 Web Control.
With the Pan/Rotate ybar attached to the main tilt ybar, this also provides horizontal trim for the own VHD5 system,
which together with the tilting function on the Main ybar, allows for extreme accuracy when aiming the system on all
axes once it has been own to trim height.

VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Top (Pan) Flybar Conguration
Main Tensioning Chain
A high tensile chain is used to apply tension to the system, and spread the weight evenly across the ybar.
This chain is permanently attached to the main (Tilt) ybar and during transport and initial setup , is stored in a chain-bag
located at the rear of the main ybar.
The tensioning chain includes a number of marked tags that correspond to the possible system congurations.
HAZARD!
This chain has been pre-measured to ensure correct tension and angle of the system components. Under no
circumstances must any change be made to the length or attachment method of the chain. Doing so can
create a hazard and will immediately void your warranty.
VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Top (Pan) Flybar Conguration · Main Tensioning Chain
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VHD5 Top (Pan) Flybar Conguration
Another unique feature of the VHD5 ybar system, is the ability to deploy the top pan ybar either parallel or at 90 degrees
to the main tilt ybar. This is simply achieved by pushing the spigot up within its housing to disengage the locking mechanism,
and then rotating the spigot by 90 degrees. This will change the engagement angle between the spigot on the top ybar
and n on the main ybar, between parallel and right angle. This provides additional versatility for rigging, depending on
what hanging points are available in any given situation.
90° mode Parallel mode

VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Internal Rigging
VHD5 Rigging Manual · VHD5 Internal Rigging · Fly Bar Deployment
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VHD5 Internal Rigging
Each VHD5.0 and VHD8.10 cabinet has its own internal yware. It consists of a hinged rigging bar with a small external
silver handle located at the top of each cabinet, a push pin attached by a wire harness for locking the rigging bar into place,
and corresponding holes at the base of each cabinet with a push pin attached by a wire harness for connecting adjacent cabinets.
When the handle is rotated, the bar protrudes vertically from the top of the cabinet and ts neatly into a slot in the ybar,
or into the cabinet above. The two locking push-pins are employed, one to lock the rigging bar in the upright position,
and the second to secure the ybar or two cabinets together.
Fly Bar Deployment
1. Remove the y bar transit-case lid and position the case so it is sitting directly under the 2 chain motors.
2. Attach the 2 rated shackles to the top (rotating) ybar and lock the pins with Heavy Duty cable-ties.
3. Lower the chain motor hooks to the top y bar and attach the chain-motor hooks to the ybar shackles,
(or steel extension cables).
These chain motors should be rated at a minimum of 1 tonne each, and should be rigged with the centre
of the motors 1 metre apart.
IMPORTANT!
It is very important that the integrated ybar motor is in its 'parked' position. Otherwise the ybar is placed under
considerable strain, and the ying process becomes a lot slower.
NOTE: If the main ybar is NOT in the parked position at the commencement of the system setup, it may be necessary to
connect the tilt ybar control cable and power on the amplier rack at the beginning of this process, in order to place
the main ybar in the park position and ensure that the system is hanging vertically during the setup process. When
disassembling system it is important to place the main tilt ybar in the PARKED position before disconnecting the ybar
power. This will ensure it is the correct position the next time it is deployed.

VHD5 Rigging Manual · Flying cabinets and cabling
HAZARD!
It is very important that safety cables are always used when ying the VHD5 system. Failure to do so could
cause injury or death, and will immediately void warranty.
4. Attach the steel safety cables to the ybar safety points, using two rated shackles.
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1. In 90 DEGREE MODE, raise the top ybar slightly and rotate the Flybar transit case through 90 degrees or by one quarter
turn. Position the large metal spigot directly above the black centre n of the tilt ybar below, and then lower the top
ybar and insert the locking pin all the way through both sides of the spigot, connecting the two ybars. Ensure that
the 5 pin XLR panel connector on the top ybar is facing upstage.
2. In PARALLEL MODE, simply move the ybar transit case so that the spigot is directly above the black centre n of the
tilt ybar below, and then lower the top ybar and insert the locking pin all the way through both sides of the spigot,
connecting the two ybars. Ensure that the 5 pin XLR panel connector on the top ybar is located at the upstage end
of the assembly.
3. Raise the ybar to ≈1.4 metres working height.
HAZARD!
When the ybars are being rigged in the 90 DEGREE MODE, ensure that the top ybar is absolutely level before
connecting the second main (tilting) ybar. Failure to do so will make the connection process dicult,
and potentially cause damage to the ybar assembly by placing unnecessary strain on the internal
components. The same practice should be followed when the ybars are in PARALLEL MODE to ensure even
distribution of weight between the 2 chain motors.
It is recommended to use the ybars in PARALLEL MODE when possible, as this eliminates the possibility
of damaging the ybar assembly.
Flying cabinets and cabling
HAZARD!
It is essential that the cabinets are placed directly underneath the ybar, otherwise it can be dicult to line
up and insert the rigging bars. You must land each own cabinet on to the next cabinet to be own, to ensure
that the hinged rigging bar can accurately swing into the vertical position, ready to be pinned.
Failure to do so can cause damage to the rigging bars and cabinets.