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QSC K series User Manual

Other manuals for K series: Specification
Manual is about: K8, K10, K12, KSub

Summary of K series

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    K series user manual k8 – 105° 1000 w active 8" (200 mm) 2-way loudspeaker system k10 – 90° 1000 w active 10" (250 mm) 2-way loudspeaker system k12 – 75° 1000 w active 12" (300 mm) 2-way loudspeaker system ksub – dual 12" (300 mm) 1000 w active 4th-order bandpass subwoofer system *td-000280-00-b* td...

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    2 important safety precautions and explanation of symbols warning! Caution: to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the amplifier cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle ...

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    3 warranty (usa only; other countries, see your dealer or distributor) qsc audio products 3 year limited warranty qsc audio products, llc (“qsc”) guarantees its products to be free from defective material and/or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of sale and will replace defec...

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    4 k8 1. Abs enclosure 2. Steel grille 3. Front power led 4. Cast aluminum handles 5. Power module 6. M10 installation points 7. M5 yoke attachment points 8. Tilt-direct™ dual angle pole socket 9. Slip-resistant feet k10 1. Abs enclosure 2. Steel grille 3. Front power led 4. Cast aluminum handles 5. ...

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    5 k12 1. Abs enclosure 2. Steel grille 3. Front power led 4. Cast aluminum handles 5. Power module 6. M10 installation points 7. M5 yoke attachment points 8. Tilt-direct™ dual angle pole socket 9. Slip-resistant feet ksub 1. Birch plywood enclosure 2. Front power led 3. Acoustic port 4. Cast aluminu...

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    6 applications the k series has been primarily designed for portable audio reinforce- ment. This includes a variety of uses in reinforcement for entertainers and presenters. The k8, k10 and k12 are all designed to perform well on their own in full-range audio. They can be used singly, in stereo pair...

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    7 installation before placing, installing, rigging, or suspending any speaker product, inspect all hardware, suspension, cabinets, transducers, brack- ets and associated equipment for damage. Any missing, corroded, deformed, or non-load rated component could significantly reduce the strength of the ...

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    8 integrated suspension points (suspended installations) the k8, k10 and k12 enclosures each feature three load-rated m10 installation points. As shipped from the factory, each pick point has a rubber plug installed to retain the sleek look of the enclosure. These installation points are designed fo...

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    9 ac mains connect ac power to the iec socket on the back of the amplifier by locating the iec connector-end of the ac power cord and inserting it fully into the iec inlet on the power amplifier module. Note: turn off the ac power switch before connecting ac power. The v-lock power cord has a specia...

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    10 input connections k8, k10, k12 the k8, k10 and k12 are designed to accept mic level and line level inputs with several different connectors. There are three input connection points on the input panel. Channel a will accept mic or line level inputs by connecting a male xlr cable or a male 1/4" pho...

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    11 balanced inputs: connect to the plug as shown. Unbalanced inputs: connect to the plug as shown. If a 3 conductor (trs) plug is used to connect an unbalanced source, pin 3 and pin 1 must be connected with a jumper as shown. Input connections ksub the ksub is designed to accept line level inputs co...

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    12 output connections k8, k10, k12 both channel a and channel b have discreet direct outputs on female xlr connectors. The signal on this output is exactly equivalent to the signal from the corresponding input. The level of the output signal is not affected by the gain setting for that channel. Addi...

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    13 dsp features the k series features advanced dsp (digital signal processing) circuitry that performs many functions. Some functions are set at the design/production level and are not user accessible. These functions include crossovers, time alignment, limiting and protection, thermal management an...

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    14 subwoofer polarity polarity (sometimes improperly referred to as phase) refers to the voltage of an input signal and whether it is a positive or negative voltage at any given time. In most cases a positive voltage causes a woofer cone to move forward with respect to the cabinet orientation, and a...

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    15 remote gain attenuator a 3 pin “euro” connector has been provided to adjust the volume of the k series loudspeaker or put the system into standby. (figure 13) by varying the voltage on the pin between +5v (provided on pin) and ground ( pin), the volume can be linearly controlled. The voltage on t...

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    16 applications input hookup output hookup.

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    17 output hookup or.

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    18 common standalone small system (mono) common stereo system left right.

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    19 dimensions 11" 280 mm k8 top front side 17.7" 450 mm 10.6" 269 mm 12.6" 320 mm k10 top front side 20.4" 519 mm 11.8" 300 mm 14" 356 mm k12 top front side 23.7" 603 mm 14" 356 mm front side 14" 356 mm ksub top 26" 665 mm 28.1" 714 mm.

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    20 specifications specifications subject to change without notice. K8 k10 k12 ksub configuration trapezoidal 2-way multipurpose 2-way multipurpose 2-way 4th order bandpass transducers low-frequency high-frequency 8" cone transducer 1.75" diaphragm compression driver 10" cone transducer 1.75" diaphra...

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    © 2009 qsc audio products, llc. All rights reserved. Qsc and the qsc logo are registered trademarks of qsc audio products, llc in the u.S. Patent and trademark office and other countries. Tilt-direct, intrinsic correction, deep and guardrail are all trademarks of qsc audio products, llc. All other t...