TW Audio CBQ30 User manual

Assembly
Instructions
CBQ30

Assembly Instructions CBQ30
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Introduction
The cradle bar for flying CBQ30 is an accessory for the VERA S30 loudspeaker.
It is characterized by a subtle look, a remarkable size to weight ratio and ease of use.
Instructions in this user manual
NOTE
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CAUTION
WARNING
Thank you for choosing a high-quality product “MADE IN GERMANY” from the brand
TW AUDiO.
If you lend your product to another party, inform that party of the safety-related operating pro-
cedures and hand over this assembly guide. If you require additional copies of this manual,
you can obtain them free of charge from TWAUDiO or download them from www.twaudio.de
Strictly adhere to the instructions contained in this operating manual that are marked as
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Notes on the products
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before use!
Before using the device, carefully read the assembly instructions and keep it with the
CBQ30 cradle bar for flying.
General information
Assembly instructions: OM-CBQ30
Version 2.0 en, 07/2022
© by TWAMBO 2023; all rights reserved.
All information contained in this operating manual was correct to the best of our knowledge
at the time of printing.
Quality warranties or assurance of suitability for a certain type of use based on the technical
specifications, dimensions and weights are not granted by TWAMBO.
TWAMBO also shall not assume liability for any secondary damage (property damage and/or
personal injury) nor for the failure to comply with this operating manual!
TWAMBO reserves the right to update this document based on recent developments.
TWAMBO GmbH
Karl-Hofer-Str. 42
14163 Berlin
Germany
Phone : + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 99
E-Mail: [email protected]
WWW: www.twaudio.de

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Content
1. Safety | Intended use...................................................................................................... 5
2. Overview ........................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Components ........................................................................................................... 7
3. Technical data ................................................................................................................ 8
3.1 Data sheet............................................................................................................... 8
4. Commissioning............................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Setup ...................................................................................................................... 9
4.2 Wind load ................................................................................................................ 9
4.3 System setup CBQ30 to VERA S30 loudspeaker ................................................... 10
4.4 System setup CBQ30 to VERA S30 loudspeaker - cardioid mode ......................... 12
5. Transport and storage .................................................................................................. 14
6. CE Conformity Declaration............................................................................................ 15
7. Disposal ....................................................................................................................... 15

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1. Safety | Intended use
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying was developed for use in professional sound systems. The
cradle bar for flying may only be used by trained and qualified personnel.
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying may only used with the VERA S30 loudspeaker.
This rigging manual describes how to use the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying correctly. Any other
use shall be deemed improper and may result in damage or even injury.
Modifications or alterations to individual parts of the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying are not per-
mitted! Danger to life!
WARNING
Before every operation, check the scope of delivery of the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying for its
completeness and ensure that all parts are in perfect condition.
WARNING
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying is designed both for indoor and outdoor use.
CAUTION
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying may only be used by trained and qualified personnel.
Personnel must check the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying for suitability before each use.
WARNING
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying must be taken out of operation immediately as soon as
visible damage to the parts can be seen.
WARNING
Please keep all elements of the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying away from children! The small
parts can easily be swallowed and lead to suffocation!
WARNING
Please adhere to the following safety instructions to avoid risks when using accessories.
Note the operating modes described in this assembly instructions. Other uses are not per-
missible.
Damage caused by improper use is not covered by TWAMBO.

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The payload of the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying is designed of not more than six
VERA S30 loudspeaker. Do not exceed this payload.
WARNING
When moving (assembling, dismantling, maintaining) the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying with
VERA S30 loudspeaker, ensure sufficient space to prevent collisions with other objects.
WARNING
Do not squeeze or twist the electrical cables of the VERAS30 loudspeaker during the instal-
lation of the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying! The respective national electrotechnical rules and
regulations are applicable.
CAUTION
Before mounting the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying check that e.g. ceilings are capable to
carrying the payload of the components.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Make sure that no water pipes, electrical lines or any other lines are behind the intended place
of mounting.
Only use wall plugs and screws which are suitable for the intended mounting and structural
fabric. All screws must be set and tightened properly. Ensure that the fixing holes have the
correct depth and diameter. Always use all fixing holes.
Check the Double Stud connections each time you install the CBQ30
cradle bar for flying.
They must be firmly engaged and secured with a safety locking splint. If this is no longer pos-
sible, the Double Stud connections with the safety locking splints must be replaced.
When working with heavy loads exceeding 20 kg (44 lbs.), use suitable aids (dollies, hoisting
slings, etc.). Multiple persons may be required depending on the situation.
NOTE
WARNING

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2. Overview
2.1 Components
1. Cradle bar for flying ...........................................................................................1 piece
2. SAF-connector with Double Stud + splint ........................................................ 2 pieces
3. Shackle SK10....................................................................................................1 piece
Figure 2.1 - Overview
1 3
2
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3. Technical data
Maximum load capacity 6x VERA S30
Maximum load capacity at
cardioid mode 3x VERA S30
Dimensions (h x w x d) 753 x 106 x 8 mm [29.65 x 4.17 x 0.31 in]
Weight 2,7 kg [5.95 lbs]
Surface Powder-coated
3.1 Data sheet

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4.1 Setup
The CBQ30 cradle bar for flying is designed for hanging operation. TW AUDiO provides a wide
range of accessories to securely attach the swivel bracket.
NOTE
4. Commissioning
4.2 Wind load
WARNING
WARNING
TW AUDiO recommends using only the accessories specified by TWAUDiO for securing and
mounting loudspeakers.
Before setting up the system outdoors, consider unexpected wind conditions at the opera-
tion site!
Disassemble your system immediately when wind speeds exceed 8 bft (34 to 40 kn / 62 to
74 kph / 38.5 to 46 mph) and secure the system components!
Make sure that there are no persons in the immediate vicinity of the system structure!
Make sure that the system structures are not operated over the audience at wind speeds in
excess of 6 bft (22 to 27kn / 39 to 49kph / 24.2 to 30.45mph) and that there are no persons
in the immediate vicinity of the system structure!
Please note that setting up the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying always requires two persons!
WARNING

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4.3 System setup CBQ30 to VERA S30 loudspeaker
General safety instructions for setting up this rigging variant:
Fasten the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying with a shackle and chain hoist according to the middle
pin point.
Attach this secondary safety component by using two furthermore shackles, chain sling or
chain hoist on two another pin points.
For the secondary safety component, the respective national electrotechnical regulations apply.
Use a shackle that is designed according to the payload for each system setup.
WARNING
WARNING
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
Any influences on your system setup, such as leaning against objects (or people) and flying
objects around, be refrained from!

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Figure 4.3 - System setup CBQ30 with VERAS30 loudspeaker
Mount a maximum of six VERA S30 loudspeakers one below the other as shown in
figure 4.3. Be sure to use BLT24 Boxlink connecting cables on both sides to connect the
VERA S30 loudspeakers to each other.
Check that all Double Studs are engaged and that they have been secured with safety locking
splints!
Snap all Double Studs firmly into the flight panels of the VERA S30 loudspeakers! Secure all
Double Studs with the safety locking splints attached to safety wire ropes!
BLT24
6x VERA S30
CBQ30
BLT24
BLT24
BLT24
BLT24
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING

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4.4 System setup CBQ30 to VERA S30 loudspeaker - cardioid mode
General safety instructions for setting up this rigging variant:
Fasten the CBQ30 cradle bar for flying with a shackle and chain hoist according to the middle
pin point.
Attach this secondary safety component by using two furthermore shackles, chain sling or
chain hoist on two another pin points.
For the secondary safety component, the respective national electrotechnical regulations apply.
Use a shackle that is designed according to the payload for each system setup.
WARNING
WARNING
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
Any influences on your system setup, such as leaning against objects (or people) and flying
objects around, be refrained from!
In cardioid mode, mount a maximum of three VERA S30 loudspeakers one below the other!
WARNING

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Figure 4.4 - System setup CBQ30 with VERAS30 loudspeaker - cardioid mode
Mount a maximum of three VERAS30 loudspeakers one below the other as shown in
figure 4.4. Be sure to use BLT24 Boxlink connecting cables on both sides to connect the
VERA S30 loudspeakers to each other.
Check that all Double Studs are engaged and that they have been secured with safety locking
splints!
Snap all Double Studs firmly into the flight panels of the VERA S30 loudspeakers! Secure all
Double Studs with the safety locking splints attached to safety wire ropes!
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
BLT24
VERA S30
CBQ30
BLT24
VERA S30
VERA S30
rotated

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NOTE
5. Transport and storage
Ensure that the surface of the cradle bar for flying is not damaged during transport and sto-
rage. Moisture may penetrate where steel surfaces are exposed by scratches and result in
corrosion.
This is why the product should be transported in a safe, careful, dry and largely dust-free
manner.
The following accessory parts for the cradle bar for flying are available from TW AUDiO:
• Shackle SK10
• Boxlink connector wire rope BLT24
• Suspension chain ASK4
The original packaging is unsuitable as permanent storage and transport packaging.

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as well as all model variants based on these, provided that they correspond to the original
factory models and have not been technically modified in any way.
Applicable directives:
• 2001/95/EG
Applicable national standards and technical specifications:
• DIN EN 18 800
• DIN EN ISO 12 100
• DGUV Vorschrift 17 und 18
Berlin, Germany, January 1st, 2021
Bernhard Wüstner
7. Disposal
This declaration applies to the following components
• CBQ30
6. CE Conformity Declaration
If you have any question regarding the disposal of used devices, please contact us under the
following telephone number:
+49 (0) 71 41 - 48 89 89 0
In countries outside of the European Union, comply with local regulations.
Copy and translation of the original CE Conformity Declaration:
We hereby declare that the below-referenced components by virtue of their design and con-
struction, and in the configuration placed on the market by us, satisfy the safety and health
requirements of the applicable EC directives. This declaration becomes invalid in case of modi-
fications that have not been approved by us.

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TWAMBO GmbH
Karl-Hofer-Str. 42
14163 Berlin
Germany
Phone: + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 0
Fax: + 49 (0) 71 41-48 89 89 99
E-Mail: [email protected]
WWW: www.twaudio.de