Pequod Kona Storm 6.1 User manual

Pequod Acoustics Srl.
Via del Madonnone 25, Florence, Italy
www.pequodacoustics.com
inf[email protected]
Kona Storm 6.1
Three way horn loaded passive system
User Guide

Pequod Acoustics Srl.
Via del Madonnone 25, Florence, Italy
www.pequodacoustics.com
inf[email protected]
Kona Storm 6.1
Three way horn loaded passive system
Index
1 Technical Specifications
2 Unpacking and Checking
3 Cables and Set-up
4 Installation and System Design
5 Accessories
6 Maintenence and Surface Protection
7 Warranty
8 Authenticity

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User Guide
900mm [35.4"]
440mm [17.3" ] 470mm [18.5"]
Kona 6.1 is a three-way passive horn-loaded system with
extended low frequency direct emission components. Main use
is as DJ Monitor, as when coupled to a subwoofer such as our
Ovoid 18.
Professional HI-PRO system designed to seamlessly integrate
with dedicated transducers, built from high resistance composite
materials for elevated sensitivity, dynamics and definition. Wide
angle coverage of a highly controlled sound field, and the ability
to reach high levels without perceptible distortion.
The system is characterized by high-end audio quality and is
able to reach elevated sound pressures. A pair of full-frontal
horns manage the high-mid frequency range.
The high range horn is characterized by a special high-end
derivation design. The long and complex development allows
for a wide dispersion without compromising a powerful sonic
loading.
The mid-horn has a unique design that creates an extraordinary
efficiency and sensitivity. This allows for excellent dynamics that
distinguish the entire system from the first listen. The extended
low frequency direct emission component is characterized by
a light structure with a highly resistant ovoid shell containing a
12” woofer with a range of 100-500 Hz and high sensitivity. The
12” LF driver features a water resistant cone.
Components such as the speakers, woofers and compression
drivers all represent world class quality, without commercial or
technological compromises. Thanks to its elevated sensitivity,
the system requires limited amplification power.
The Kona 6.1 system is manageable through a dedicated
specific passive crossover filter for the best performance. There
are 2 crossover options:
• High Power cod. XHPKO: when really high power is the
main necessity, eg. Kona used as PA system
• High End Quality cod. XHEQKO: when using Kona close to
the listener, eg. as monitor
The Full Fat audio FFA 6000 (+ external DSP) is the
recommended 2 channel amplifier for this system.
The Kona requires a sub woofer to be a full range system
1: Technical Specifications
TYPE Three way passive horn loaded with
extended low frequency direct emission
component
FREQUENCY RE-
SPONSE
100 Hz - 18 KHz
TOTAL SENSITIVITY 100 dB 1W/m with passive crossover
100 dB 1W/m for mid-high
LOW FREQUENCIES 12” Low woofer, 8 Ohm 400 W nominal
800 W peak
MEDIUM FREQUEN-
CIES
2” (50 mm) MF compression driver, 8
Ohm 80 W nominal 160 W peak
HIGH FREQUENCIES 1” (25 mm) HF compression driver, 8
Ohm 70 W nominal 140 W peak
NOMINAL IMPE-
DANCE
4 Ohm with 3-way passive crossover
POWER HANDLING 1000 W 4 Ohm with amplifier @ 2 Ohm
stable
MANAGEMENT 2 ch. amplier for each pair of Kona
loudspeakers (passive crossover provi-
ded) + DSP to match to sub. High pass
filter @100 Hz, 24 dB/Oct. LR
RECOMMENDED
AMPLIFIER
Full Fat Audio FFA 6000 with external
DSP to match to subwoofer
DISPERSION 60° horizontal, 60° vertical
CONSTRUCTION
MATERIALS
Fiber-reinforced composite, stainless
steel
FINISH Any RAL color and texture on order
PROTECTIVE GRIL-
LES
Stainless steel grille standard on 12”
mid-low speaker
CONNECTORS 1x Neutrik NL8FC or custom preference
DIMENSIONS (with
support)
(W) 470 mm (H) 900 mm (D) 440 mm
(W) 18,5 inch (H) 35,4 inch (D) 17,3 inch
WEIGHT 20 Kg (44 lb)

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2: Unboxing
The Kona Storm system, like every other Pequod
product, is built with high standards of control and
quality. At the end of the production process and be-
fore packaging, each system is tested: acoustically
measured and recorded in our company database.
For each Kona serial number, we have the relat-
ed test files recorded in the archive. Before being
packed in its box we complete an inspection of sur-
faces and structures. Units are packed into wooden
crates or heavy cardboard boxes with internal foam
padding before shipping.
Extraction from box:
The Kona weighs 20 kg each, and is taken from the
box simply following the steps shown here.
Keep the packaging for further storage or transpo-
ration, unless units are to be permanently installed.

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Kona Storm 6.1
3: Cables and Setup
The Kona recieves input from a female NL8
connector. By means of a dedicated cable
terminated with 2 male NL8Fc connectors it is
connected to its passive crossover. This crossover
is usually boxed. In our catalogue there are 3
box types (also equipped with a female NL8
output for connection with the aforementioned
dedicated cable): standard box
(cod STBOXKO), metal rack box (cod RBOXKO),
or weatherproof box in composite
(cod WPBOXKO). The connectors are
standard NL8 or water proof on request.
The specific connection cable Pequod
(code CAB03KO), which can be ordered for
the product, is made of high quality OF
copper, conductor section 2.5 mmq with
a standard length of 3 m, and is suitable
when the Crossover box is near the Kona.
Other lengths are provided upon request. In
case of custom realization by the installer
of the connection cables, we
recommend specifying installation grade
Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) cables
for permanent installations. The cables should
use Oxygen Free Copper (OFC) of grade
C11000 or above.
For distances of more than 15 meters between
Kona and crossover we recommend increasing
the section of the cable poles to 4 mmq, to avoid
excessive emission level losses.
Connection Schemes:
1) Cable between Kona and xover:
8-pole cable and number 2 connectors (A and B)
Kona Storm
Crossover Box Power Amplifier
NL8Fc (do not connect terminals 1+ 1-).
Connection of the cable poles between the 2
connectors, according to the following diagram,
where each wire connects corresponding numbers
on connector A and connector B, used to terminate
the cable itself.
2) Cable between xover and amp (not supplied):
2-pole cable (2.5 mmq minimum section per pole
up to a cable length of 15 m, in addition we
recommend switching to 4 mmq per pole),
terminated with Nl4Fc male connector ( + 1 / -1
connected, + 2 / -2 empty) to connect to the xover
box, which has a female NL4fc input connector.
Below: Connection diagram
NL8FC NL4FC
Cable - 6/8 prong
cod. CAB03KO
NL8FC
Cable: 2 prong +1/-1
NL4FC
connector A
connector B

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3: Cables and setup (cont.)
Cables: Standard Configuration with 18" Ovoid Sub
Cable - 6/8 prong
cod. CAB03KO
NL8FC
NL4FC Cable: 2 prong +1/-1
NL8FC
Kona Storm
Sub 18"
35mmØ tube
cod. TBBOV18KO
to Sub Power
Amplifier
Crossover Box to Power Amplifier
NL4FC
Sub Stand
Choice of Box Style:
1: Standard Box: cod. STBOXKO
1x Crossover inside
2: Rack box: cod. RBOXKO
2x Crossover inside
3: Waterproof Box: cod WPBOXKO
1 x Crossover inside
Cable: 2 prong +1/-1
DSP general settings:
*1) Kona: High-pass filter @100Hz, 24 dB/
oct. LR.
*2) Subwoofer
Band pass:
High-pass filter @25Hz, 24 dB/oct. But
Low pass filter @100Hz, 24 dB/oct. LR
Gain and Time Alignment : it depends on Sub-
woofer utilized

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4: Installation and System Design (DJ
Monitor)
1500mm [59"] 1500mm [59"]
1750mm [69"] 1750mm [69"]
Ovoid Sub 18"
Kona Storm
Kona Storm
Ovoid Sub 18"
The Kona can typically be used as a professional DJ
monitor, as a front studio monitor, or as a very high
quality system in listening areas, such as a smaller
dance floor or for a live concert audience. In some
cases it is necessary to use suitable subwoofers
(Ovoid or Hydra available from the Pequod catalog)
to have a full range system.
For on-stage installation as a monitor, the rec-
comended heights and distances are visible in the
diagram below.
The Kona must be oriented towards the DJ’s head,
with a minimum recommended distance of 1.5m.
In height, the ideal outgoing axis, placed at the inter-
section between the hf horn and mid horn, must be
approximately 1.75 m from the ground.

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4: Installation and System Design
(For Audience)
2/3 1/3
Dance Floor (Above)
Ovoid Sub 18"
Kona Storm Dance Floor (side view)
1/2 1/3
2-4m
Kona and Ovoid units
For the installation of the Kona facing an audience,
it is necessary to take into account that optimal
acoustic coverage is obtained by lifting the kona
2-4 m from the ground in the vertical plane, tilting
them towards the audience, so that the ideal outgo-
ing axis, placed at the intersection between the hf
horn and mid horn, are oriented in an area located
between 1/2 and 2/3 of the depth of the area to be
soundtracked (dance floor or audience).
On the horizontal plane it is also necessary to orient
the ideal axis coming out of the Kona in an area that
is located approximately 2/3 of the depth of the area
to be covered, on the center line of the area itself.
Refer to the following diagrams:

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5: Accessories
Accessories are available to complete the experi-
ence of the Pequod Kona Storm system:
Cod. BAG01KO: Protective PVC Bag sized for
Kona Storm system, waterproof soft finish to protect
from scratches and weather
Cod. GR12KO: Front Protection Grille of the 12
woofer, made of stainless steel. Usually included as
standard component in most orders, delete option is
available when protection is not needed (installation
at ceiling height, for example)
Cod. BSSTKO: Stand with Concrete Base with
logo and stainless steel 35mm tube for supporting a
freestanding Kona system without Ovoid sub
Cod. TBBOV18KO: Ovoid Connection Pipe in
stainless steel diameter 35 mm, length 350mm suit-
able for coupling above the sub Ovoid 18 system.
Other lengths available on demand
Waterproof Bag
cod. BAG01KO
Kona Storm
Steel Mesh Grille
Ø320mm
cod. GR12KO
(usually sold standard)
Ovoid Connection Tube
cod. TBBOV18KO
Ø35mm x 350mm
Concrete Static Base
cod. BSSTKO
Tube Ø35mm x 1000mm
Base Ø450mm x 50mm

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6: Maintenance and Surface Protec-
tion
All Pequod units are built from a unique high quality
composite material which is inert to atmospheric
agents and requires minimal regular maintenance,
just a simple cleaning of the surfaces with a soft
cloth dampened with alcohol.
For best practice in long term care of the composite
components, and to obtain or restore a truly
professional level of surface finish, we reccomend
using the 3M “Perfect It™” line of Gelcoat cleaners
and protective waxes (above right).
Follow the instuctions provided to ensure the best
possibile finish for your Pequod composite speaker
bodies and accessories.
Many installations require Stainless Steel support
structures or armatures to complete mounting
and assembly of different Pequod units. For these
components, we reccomend cleaning with 3M™
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (right).

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Kona Storm 6.1 User Guide
7: Warranty
Pequod Acoustics offers a guarantee to the origi-
nal owner (person or company who purchased the
product brand new) of each new Pequod product
(provided it was purchased direct from Pequod or
through a Pequod Acoustics Authorised Dealer/
Distributor) that it is free of defects in materials and
workmanship and that each product was tested in
factory to meet or exceed all specifications declared.
Each model has a test file recorded in our database,
related to its serial number.
The period of limited warranty is three (3) years
from the date of delivery to the original purchaser
(as shown on the original invoice or sales receipt;
a copy may be required as proof of warranty dates)
Pequod Acoustics will repair or replace (at its dis-
cretion) all defective parts at no charge for labour or
materials; subject to following provisions:
Pequod Acoustics shall take no responsibility for re-
pair or replacement under this warranty if:
a) The damaged product has been subject to mis-
use, accident, neglect or failure to comply with nor-
mal maintenance procedures
b) There are improper alterations or unauthorised
parts or repairs.
c) The serial number has been altered, defaced or
removed and the original owner won’t be able to
give information related to our Anti-counterfeit au-
thentication system (see below, section 8)
Pequod Acoustics will remedy any defect, regard-
less of the reason for failure (except as excluded
above) by repair or replacement. Pequod Acoustics
will ship the product within a reasonable time after
receipt of the defective product at a Pequod Acous-
tics Authorised Service Centre.
How to obtain service under warranty:
If a Pequod Acoustics product requires service, the
original owner must contact the Pequod Acoustics
dealer who supplied the product, to receive our Re-
turn Authorisation Code (RA code), and instructions
on how to return the product to the Pequod Autho-
rised Service Centre, or to Pequod Acoustics.
The original owner must give information about:
- Problems with the product
- Serial number
- Original invoice or sales receipt
- Anti-counterfeit system (see section 8)
After receiving the RA code the owner can pack
the unit in the original factory packaging if possi-
ble. Please include a note describing the problem
packed together with the product. Do not send it
separately.
All products being returned to the factory or service
centre for repairs must be shipped prepaid. Ensure
safe transportation of your unit to the authorised
service centre
Pequod Acoustics (or an Authorised Service Cen-
tre) will initiate corrective repairs upon receipt of
the returned product, in order to complete the re-
pairs and ship back the product within a reasonable
amount of time.
If the repairs made by Pequod or a Pequod Au-
thorised Service Centre are not satisfactory to the
owner, they are instructed to give written notice to
Pequod.
The original owner is not entitled to recover from
Pequod any incidental damages resulting from any
defect in the Pequod product. This includes any
damage to another product or products resulting
from such a defect.
The warranty is not extended by the length of time
which the owner is not engaged in active use of the
product. Repairs and replacement parts provided
pursuant to the warranty will be covered only by the
non-expired portion of the warranty.

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8: Authentication and Anti-Counter-
feiting Measures
Each product by Pequod Acoustics is carefully hand
made using high quality components that are, by
themselves, difficult to replicate. But we also protect
our products using special marks on the inside and
outside, which are unique and serve to authenticate
original Pequod products.
Thus, each individual product has a special mark,
placed in a unique position. For each product (each
serial number) we keep a record of the exact posi-
tion where we placed this mark.
When warranty claims are made, or other requests
that require authentication of an individual Pequod
product, we will ask the owner to provide a descrip-
tion of the identifying marker as a further proof of
originality.