Using Performance Manager; Performance Manager Readings - JBL VTX Series User Manual

13.2 - USING PERFORMANCE MANAGER

When in the field, the Test System Mode in the Performance Manager software can be used to test an A8 system. This test method
is quick and especially useful for determining whether all the speaker cables, including cabinet-to-cabinet NL jumpers, are properly
functioning.
To perform the test, Performance Manager uses the I-Tech HD's built-in noise generator in conjunction with the amplifier's current draw
and voltage sensing capabilities to generate a nominal load impedance reading for each amplifier output channel. Since broadband pink
noise is used as the test stimulus, the returned value is considered to be an impedance value, and it will differ from the resistance values
given earlier in this document (which are taken using DC voltage as the stimulus). `
STEPS:
• To start the test make sure Performance Manager is online and connected to the devices.
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• Navigate to the Test System Mode and make sure all the speakers are muted.
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• Switch the Noise Generator to the ON position and change the level to a value between -30dB and -10dB. Values lower than
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-30dB may not be sufficient to trigger a reading.
• Unmute the speaker or a bandpass to start the measurement. The measured value is displayed on the speakers.
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13.3 - PERFORMANCE MANAGER READINGS

Below are the expected impedance values for circuits of A8 cabinets. The measurements below were taken at room temperature with a
cable length of 25m (82'). Acceptable tolerance is +/- 0.5 Ω.
1 x VTX A8
Due to variances in temperature, cable length, wire gauge and usage, the measurements recorded by Performance Manager are more
susceptible to drifting based on conditions. However, condition variations like temperature are common across all similar circuits of a
system. More important than the individual component values is consistency across similar circuits. For example, all 3 x Box circuits for
an array should measure similarly. If one is off by several ohms then there is likely something wrong with that specific circuit.
2 x VTX A8
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3 x VTX A8 4 x VTX A8