Python KP52/KP102 USER’S MANUAL English
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KP52/KP102 Contents SYMBOLS 5 1. INTRODUCTION 7 2. APPLICATIONS 7 3. KEY FEATURES 7 4. UNPACKING 8 5. WARRANTY 8 6. SAFETY 8 7. PHYSICAL 9 8. REAR PANEL 11 9. COVERAGE 12 10. WIRING 14 11. PROTECTION CIRCUITRY 14 12. ACCESSORIES AND CONFIGURATIONS 15 K-Base2 15 K-Fly2 16 K-Joint2 16 K-Wall2L 17 K-Wall2 17 K-KCluster2 / K-PCluster2 18 K-Foot2 18 K-KStage2 / K-PStage2 19 13. SERVICE 19 14. Specifications 20 REV.
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KP52/KP102 SYMBOLS K-array declares that this device is in compliance with applicable CE standards and regulations. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations! WEEE Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment. This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature.
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KP52/KP102 1. INTRODUCTION The K-array Pythons are passive speaker systems, comprised of 3.15” neodymium magnet transducers housed in an elegant and sturdy stainless steel chassis. Available in two lengths, the KP52 features 8 drivers in a 0.5 m (19.7”) chassis, and the KP102 features 16 drivers in a 1 m (39.4”) chassis. The Kobras’ closely spaced cone drivers provide phase coherence, low distortion and focused listening both up close and at a distance.
KP52/KP102 4. UNPACKING Each K-array loudspeaker is built to the highest standard and thoroughly inspected before leaving the factory. Upon arrival, carefully inspect the shipping carton, then examine and test your new loudspeaker. If you find any damage, immediately notify the shipping company. Only the consignee may institute a claim procedure regarding the system’s electronic equipment. 5.
KP52/KP102 7. PHYSICAL 8.8 cm 3.56” KP52 12 cm 50 cm 4.72” 19.7” 11.8 cm 4.65” weight: 6 kg (13.23 lbs) REV.
KP52/KP102 8.8 cm KP102 3.56” 2.75 cm 1.08” 100 cm 12 cm 4.72” 39.4” 2.75 cm 1.08” weight: 12 kg (26.45 lbs) 11.8 cm 10 4.65” REV.
KP52/KP102 8. REAR PANEL 1 1) 2 3 1 Mounting screw holes. Most K-array mounting or flying accessories are designed to screw into the speakers using these holes. The KP52 is equipped with two screw holes, while the KP102 is equipped with four. 2) Impedance switch. Selects the impedance of the speaker. Impedance must be set to high (32 Ω for KK52 and 16 Ω for KK102) when speakers are driven by KMT active modules.
KP52/KP102 9. COVERAGE Img1: Flood coverage Img2: Spot coverage 12 REV.
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KP52/KP102 10. WIRING Python KP52 and KP102 internal wiring is designed to pick up audio power signal from pins 1+ / 1- of a NL4 connector. Pins 2+ and 2-, such as pins 1+ and 1-, are directly wired from one socket to the other, so signal can pass through multiple KP modules without additional external cabling. 11. PROTECTION CIRCUITRY Speakers are electrically protected from brief power overloads, within a reasonable range.
KP52/KP102 12. ACCESSORIES AND CONFIGURATIONS K-array offers a variety of dedicated accessories to mount and interconnect KK (Kobra) and KP (Python) series speakers for a wide array of possible configurations. K-Base2 Standing accessory for KK/KP speakers. For proper installation and operation, use with K-Foot2 and K-Joint2. TIPS: where possible, screw the feet of K-Base2 to the ground.
KP52/KP102 K-Fly2 Flying accessory set for KK/KP speakers. For proper installation and operation, use with K-Joint2. K-Joint2 WARNING Consult the dedicated product manual for safety information and operation details. K-Joint2 Attachable joint to link a KK/KP speaker to most accessories or to another KK/KP speaker with continuously variable angle (-10° <. . . . > 10°). 16 REV.
KP52/KP102 K-Wall2L Wall / stand mounting accessory for KK/KP speakers with bi-dimensional tilting features. K-Wall2L is designed to be screwed directly to the mounting screw holes of KK/KP speakers. When used with KK102 it can be screwed to the internal or the external screw holes depending on the width of the desired angle. K-Wall2 Wall mounting accessory for KK/KP speakers with full 3-dimensional tilting features.
KP52/KP102 K-KCluster2 / K-PCluster2 Wall mounting accessory for a horizontal cluster of three KK52/102 speakers. K-KCluster 2 / K-PCluster 2 comes in a set of three different models: one with no angle between the three hanging speakers, one with a 30° angle between speakers, one with a 60° angle between speakers. 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° K-Foot2 35 mm pole mounting accessory. A 35 mm threaded pole is included for connecting additional K-array products such as KMT subwoofers or K-Base2. 18 REV.
KP52/KP102 K-KStage2 / K-PStage2 Ground laying accessories for KK/KP series speakers. K-KStage 2 / K-PStage 2 allow users to safely lay KK / KP series speakers on the ground with three different angles: 0°, 30° and 45°. Ideal applications are monitoring and front-fill. 13. SERVICE To obtain service: 1) Contact the official K-array distributor in your country. Your local distributor will direct you to the appropriate service center.
KP52/KP102 14. Specifications KP52 Acoustics Speakers power handling 360 W (AES) Max power 600 W 1 Impedance 8Ω or 32Ω (selectable) Frequency range 100 Hz - 20 KHz. SPL 1W / 1mt 96 dB 2 Maximum SPL 118 dB continuous - 124 dB peak Coverage Horizontal Vertical 90° 10°- 45° (selectable) Crossover Type Frequency External Crossover required High pass @100 Hz, 24 dB/oct suggested minimum Transducers Full range 6 x 3.
KP52/KP102 KP102 Acoustics Speakers power handling 720 W (AES) Max power 1200 W 1 Impedance 4Ω or 16Ω (selectable) Frequency range 100 Hz - 20 KHz. SPL 1W / 1mt 99 dB 2 Maximum SPL 128 dB continuous - 134 dB peak Coverage Horizontal Vertical 90° 7°- 30° (selectable) Crossover Type Frequency External Crossover required High pass @100 Hz, 24 dB/oct suggested minimum Transducers Full range 12 x 3.
KP52/KP102 The contents of this manual are furnished for informational purposes only. Hp Sound Equipment s.r.l. assumes no responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. Hp Sound Equipment s.r.l. reserves the right to make modifications without prior notice. 22 REV.
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UMC045AA01ENA K-array s.r.l. unipersonale Via Paolina Romagnoli - 50037 San Piero a Sieve (Firenze) - Italy tel. +39 055 8487222 - fax. +39 0558487238 e-mail: info@k-array.com www.k-array.com 24 REV.
