TW Audio BAT24 User manual

Assembly
Instructions
BAT24

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Introduction
The adapter BAT24 is an accessory for the T24(N) loudspeaker.
It is characterized by a subtle look, a remarkable size to weight ratio and ease of use.
Instructions in this user manual
NOTE
TIP
CAUTION
WARNING
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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
follows:
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Notes on the products
Read manual
before use!
Before using the device, carefully read the assembly instructions and keep it with the
BAT24 adapter.
General information
Assembly instructions: OM-BAT24
Version 2.0 en, 08/2022
© 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
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personal injury) nor for the failure to comply with this operating manual!
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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 Usage...................................................................................................................... 9
4.3 Wind load ................................................................................................................ 9
4.4 Preparing BAT24 adapter ...................................................................................... 10
4.5 Preparing T24(N) loudspeaker ............................................................................... 11
4.6 Mounting step 1 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame............................ 12
4.7 Mounting step 2 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame............................ 12
4.8 Mounting step 3 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame............................ 13
4.9 Mounting step 4 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame............................ 13
4.10 General safety instructions for setting up the following rigging variants................. 14
4.11 Mounting BAT24 adapter with BBT24, CBT24 and T24(N) loudspeaker .............. 14
4.12 Standard as well as maximum Variant.................................................................. 15
5. Transport and storage .................................................................................................. 16
6. CE Conformity Declaration............................................................................................ 17
7. Disposal ....................................................................................................................... 17

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1. Safety | Intended use
The BAT24 adapter was developed for use in professional sound systems. The adapter may
only be used by trained and qualified personnel.
The BAT24 adapter may only used with the T24(N) loudspeaker.
This rigging manual describes how to use the BAT24 adapter correctly. Any other use shall
be deemed improper and may result in damage or even injury.
Modifications or alterations to individual parts of the BAT24 adapter are not permitted! Danger
to life!
WARNING
Before every operation, check the scope of delivery of the BAT24 adapter for its complete-
ness and ensure that all parts are in perfect condition.
The scope of delivery includes specified components. Only use the recommended and cer-
tified components.
WARNING
The BAT24 adapter is designed both for indoor and outdoor use.
CAUTION
The BAT24 adapter may only be used by trained and qualified personnel. Personnel must
check the BAT24 adapter for suitability before each use.
WARNING
The BAT24 adapter 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 BAT24 adapter 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 BAT24 adapter is designed of not more than six T24(N) loudspeaker.
The following additional components are required for this: MCT24 main-cradle-frame,
CBT24 cradle bar for flying, BCT24 rigging adapter and BLT24 Boxlink connecting cables
on both sides of the T24(N) loudspeaker. Do not exceed this payload.
WARNING
When moving (assembling, dismantling, maintaining) the BAT24 adapter with T24(N) loudspe-
aker, ensure sufficient space to prevent collisions with other objects.
WARNING
Do not squeeze or twist the electrical cables of the T24(N) loudspeaker during the installa-
tion of the BAT24 adapter! The respective national electrotechnical rules and regulations are
applicable.
CAUTION
Before mounting the BAT24 adapter check that e.g. trusses or 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.
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
All screw connections should be checked when the BAT24 adapter is installed. If there are
loose screws, tighten them. If this is no longer possible, the screws and nuts must be repla-
ced.

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2. Overview
2.1 Components
1. Distance plate ................................................................................................... 1 piece
2. Washer (metal)................................................................................................. 2 pieces
3. Splint bolt 12x45/4,0 ....................................................................................... 2 pieces
4. Safety locking splint 2x50................................................................................ 2 pieces
5. Lower part, pre-mounted .................................................................................. 1 piece
Figure 2.1 - Overview
1
2
4
3
5

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3. Technical data
Standard variant:
Maximum load capacity:
for 1x BAT24 adapter
in combination with:
1x MCT24 main-cradle-frame,
1x CBT24 cradle bar for flying,
2x BBT24 brackets and
2x BLT24 Boxlink-connecting cables
on both sides of the
T24(N) loudspeakers
2x T24N
Maximum variant:
Maximum load capacity:
for 1x BAT24 adapter
in combination with:
1x MCT24 main-cradle-frame,
1x CBT24 cradle bar for flying,
6x BBT24 brackets and
10x BLT24 Boxlink-connecting cab-
les on both sides of the
T24(N) loudspeakers
6x T24N
Dimensions (h x w x d) 148 x 56 x 50,5 mm [5.83 x 2.2 x 1.99 in]
Weight 1,2 kg [2.6 lbs]
Surface Powder-coated
3.1 Data sheet

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4.1 Setup
The BAT24 adapter is designed for hanging operation. TW AUDiO provides a wide range of
accessories to securely attach the adapter.
NOTE
4. Commissioning
4.3 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 BAT24 adapter always requires two persons!
WARNING
4.2 Usage
WARNING
Note that the BAT24 adapter can only be used with the MCT24 main-cradle-frame in
combination with the CBT24 cradle bar for flying as well as the BBT24 bracket for using
T24(N) loudspeakers!

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4.4 Preparing BAT24 adapter
Loosen positions 1 to 4 (see figure 2.1) as shown in figure 4.4. To do this, follow the
sequence a to d.
Figure 4.4 - Loosen positions 1 to 4
b.
a.
c.
d.
b.
a.
c.
NOTE

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WARNING
WARNING
4.5 Preparing T24(N) loudspeaker
Figure 4.5 - Mounting CBT24 cradle bar for flying to T24(N) loudspeaker
Attach the CBT24 cradle bar for flying to the T24(N) loudspeaker, or to the top T24(N) loudspe-
aker in an array application, as shown in figure 4.5.
NOTE
T24(N)
CBT24
Double-Stud
Snap all Double Studs firmly into the flight panels of the T24N loudspeakers! Secure all
Double Studs with the safety locking splints attached to safety wire ropes!
Check that all Double Studs are engaged and that they have been secured with safety locking
splints!

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NOTE
NOTE
4.6 Mounting step 1 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame
Place the MCT24 main-cradle-frame on a non-slip surface. Then insert the pre-mounted
lower part (see figure 2.1 - pos.5) of the BAT24 adapter from below to one of the side sup-
ports of the MCT24 main-cradle-frame as shown in figure 4.6.
Figure 4.6 - Insertion of the BAT24 adapter
Figure 4.7 - Inserting the distance plate of the BAT24 adapter
4.7 Mounting step 2 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame
Then insert the distance plate (see figure 2.1 - Pos.1) of the BAT24 adapter from above onto
the side support of the MCT24 main-cradle-frame as shown in figure 4.7.
BAT24
MCT24
Use the pin points of the MCT24 main-cradle-frame that are appropriate for your application.
Distance
plate
NOTE

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WARNING
WARNING
4.8 Mounting step 3 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame
Re-insert the splint bolts as well as washers (2x each, see figure 2.1 - Pos.2 and 3) into the
BAT24 adapter as shown in figure 4.8.
Figure 4.8 - Re-insert the splint bolts and washers
4.9 Mounting step 4 - BAT24 adapter to MCT24 main-cradle-frame
Washers
Splint bolts
Then secure the splint bolts with the washers again using the safety locking splints (2x each,
see figure 2.1 - Pos.4) as shown in figure 4.9.
Figure 4.9 - Securing the splint bolts and washers with safety locking splints
Check that all splint bolts and washers are pushed through and that they have been secured
with safety locking splints!
Safety locking
splint
WARNING

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Attach the ASK sling chain to four other pin points on the MCT24 main-cradle-frame for each
system setup. Use a sling chain or chain hoist to hang the ASK sling chain with the system
setup.
WARNING
NOTE
WARNING
4.10 General safety instructions for setting up the following rigging variants
4.11 Mounting BAT24 adapter with BBT24, CBT24 and T24(N) loudspeaker
After you have completed mounting step 4, the T24(N) loudspeaker can now be mounted to
the BAT24 adapter as well as MCT24 main-cradle-frame.
Figure 4.11 - Connecting BAT24 with BBT24 and MCT24
1. Attach the shackle of the CBT24 cradle bar for flying to another pin point with another
shackle designed according to the total weight.
2. Before mounting the BBT24 bracket, observe its assembly and safety instructions!
3. Now connect the BBT24 bracket with the BAT24 adapter via the upper locking pin of the
BBT24 bracket!
3.
1.
3.
BBT24
WARNING
Use shackles that are designed according to the payload for each system setup.
For the secondary safety component, the respective national electrotechnical regulations apply.

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Connect a maximum of six T24(N) loudspeakers to each other using the BBT24 brackets
(6 pieces) and the BLT24 Boxlink connector cables (10 pieces). The BLT24 Boxlink connec-
tor cables on both sides of the T24(N) loudspeakers.
4.12 Standard as well as maximum Variant
The standard variant has established itself in which two T24(N) loudspeakers are used with
two BBT24 brackets, a CBT24 cradle bar for flying and a BAT24 adapter. (See figure 4.12)
Figure 4.12 - Standard variant
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
T24(N)
T24(N)
BBT24
BBT24
BAT24
CBT24
2x BLT24
Check that all quick-locking pins are always completely inserted!
Any influences on your system setup, such as leaning against objects (or people) and flying
objects around, be refrained from!

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NOTE
5. Transport and storage
Ensure that the surface of the adapter is not damaged during transport and storage. 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 adapter are available from TW AUDiO:
• Washer (metal)
• Splint bolt
• Safety locking splint
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
• BAT24
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