L-Acoustics Kara IIi User Manual

Introduction
Introduction
Kara IIi long throw line source for install
Kara IIi is the installation version of the Kara II, designed for long-throw installation applications. Kara IIi shares identical
sonic performance with its touring counterpart but features a sleeker design and streamlined mounting hardware tting
integration requirements.
With class-leading SPL per weight and footprint, Kara IIi is ideal for venues that require clarity and long throw capability
such as performing arts centers, theaters, operas, houses of worship, corporate facilities and exhibition centers.
Inter-element angles and Panex
™
for user-adjustable horizontal directivity enable integrators, consultants and sound
designers to precisely tailor the array coverage to any audience geometry.
Kara IIi is a discreet yet powerful solution featuring a range of accessories dedicated to installations. Kara IIi is highly
weather-resistant as standard and can be color-matched to melt into any venue decor, indoor or outdoor.
How to use this manual
The Kara IIi owner's manual is intended for all actors involved in the system design, implementation, preventive and
corrective maintenance of the Kara IIi system. It must be used as follows:
1. Read the technical description for an overview of all system elements, their features, and their compatibilities.
• Electro-acoustical description (p.11)
• Rigging system description (p.17)
2. Prepare the system conguration. Consider the mechanical limits and the available acoustical congurations.
• Mechanical safety (p.36)
• Loudspeaker congurations (p.39)
3. Before rigging the system, perform mandatory inspections and functional checks.
4. To deploy the system, follow the step-by-step rigging instructions and refer to the cabling schemes.
• Rigging procedures (p.47)
• Connection to LA amplied controllers (p.97)
The Corrective maintenance (p.104) section contains the operations authorized for the end user.
Performing another operation exposes to hazardous situations.
For advanced maintenance, contact your L-Acoustics representative.
As part of a continuous evolution of techniques and standards, L-Acoustics reserves the right to
change the specications of its products and the content of its document without prior notice. Please
check www.l-acoustics.com on a regular basis to download the latest document and software updates.
Contact information
For information on advanced corrective maintenance:
• contact your Certied Provider or your L-Acoustics representative
• for Certied Providers, contact the L-Acoustics customer service: customer.service@l-acoustics.com
Symbols
The following symbols are used in this document:
This symbol indicates a potential risk of harm to an individual or damage to the product.
It can also notify the user about instructions that must be strictly followed to ensure safe installation or operation of
the product.
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operation of the product.
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L-Acoustics Kara IIi Specifications

General

Brand	L-Acoustics
Model	Kara IIi
Category	Speaker System
Language	English