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Summary of Contents for JBL VRX932LA-1-WH

  • Page 1 U s e r ’ s G u i d e...
  • Page 3 18-20 Introduction to the VRX-AF Introduction to the VRX-SMAF JBL Warranty and Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The VRX Series loudspeakers covered by this manual are not intended for fixed installation in outdoor or high moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts.
  • Page 4 Array Configuration Selector - HF Output Level PASSIVE BI-AMP (13.75) PASSIVE BI-AMP ±1 IN: 6 PARALLEL ±1 LF: 8 ±2 N/C ±2 HF: 6 VRX932LA Serial No. JBL PROFESSIONAL Northridge, CA USA Made in USA Dimensions in mm (inches) R: 1325 (14.8) (52.2) (23.5)
  • Page 5 1 x JBL 2262H 305 mm (12 in) Differential Drive ® woofer with neodymium-magnet and dual voice-coils HF Driver: 3 x JBL 2408J, 38 mm (1.5 in) voice-coil, neodymium magnet compression driver Nominal Impedance: Passive: 8 ohm Bi-amp LF: 8 ohms...
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX928LA The VRX928LA – the smaller version of the VRX932LA is a light-weight, compact, 8", two-way line-array speaker system designed for use in arrays of up to six units. VRX928LA is the ideal choice when line-array performance is needed but the venue size doesn't call for the very long-throw characteristics of larger line-arrays.
  • Page 7 LF Driver: 1 x JBL 2168H-1, 200 mm (8 in) Differential Drive woofer ® HF Driver: 2 x JBL 2414H, 25 mm (1.0 in) neodymium compression driver Nominal Impedance: Passive: 8 Ohms Bi-amp LF: 8 Ohms Bi-amp HF: 16 Ohms Active Tunings: Tunings available at www.jblpro.com...
  • Page 8 INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX918S The VRX918S is a compact, single, 18" direct radiating subwoofer intended for use in suspended arrays or ground-supported applications. The suspension system is designed for full compatibility with the VRX932LA-1 line-array speaker system and the VRX-AF array frame. NOTE: The VRX918S-WH is designed for fixed installation situations where white loudspeakers are required to match existing decor.
  • Page 9 / Program / Peak) Maximum SPL 130 dB SPL peak Sensitivity (1w @ 1m): 95 dB SPL LF Driver: 1 x JBL 2268H 457 mm (18 in) Differential Drive woofer Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms Active Tunings: Use SRX718S tunings Mounting...
  • Page 10 INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX915S The VRX915S a very compact single 15" direct radiating subwoofer is intended as companion subwoofer for the VRX928LA. The suspension system is designed for full compatibility with the VRX928LA Line Array System and with the VRX-SMAF array frame. The M20 mounting plate allows for utilization of the adjustable pole mount SS4-BK.
  • Page 11 +2dB at 45Hz, Q: 2.5 Maximum SPL 126 dB SPL Sensitivity (1 W @ 1m) 91 dB SPL 1 x JBL 2265G-1, 250 mm (15 in) Differential Drive ® woofer LF Driver: Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms Active Tunings: Tunings available at www.jblpro.com...
  • Page 12 The enclosure is constructed of top quality Baltic birch plywood and is coated in JBL’s rugged DuraFlex™ finish. It is a symmetrical 30° wedge design, with four non-slip rubber feet per side enabling convenient left and right applications of adjacent monitors.
  • Page 13 JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated.
  • Page 14 AMPLITUDE SHADING AMPLITUDE SHADING Amplitude shading is a technique that allows the coverage pattern of a loudspeaker array to be shaped by adjusting the relative acoustic output of some of the devices in the array. Most often, array shading involves only the mid and high-frequency sections of the array.
  • Page 15 ARRAY CONFIGURATION SELECTOR (ACS) Below is an example of applying the ACS in a three-speaker array. In this particular configuration, the ACS on the top speaker is set at +3 dB, the middle speaker at 0 dB, and the bottom speaker -3 dB. +3 dB 0 dB -3 dB...
  • Page 16 Selector (ACS) switches on the input panel should be set to the “Short Throw (-3 dB)” position when a single speaker is used. A single VRX928LA may be used on a tripod stand (JBL SS2-BK) or on a pole (JBL SS4-BK) over its compact companion subwoofer the VRX915S or the larger VRX918S/SRX718S subwoofer models.
  • Page 17 See the diagram below for details. Safe combinations are: VRX918S with VRX932LA/VRX932LA-1/VRX932LA-WH/VRX932LA-1WH VRX915S with VRX928LA/VRX928LA-WH WARNING: Only the correct quick release pins supplied by JBL are to be used.
  • Page 18 JBL is not responsible for the application of its products for any purpose or the misuse of this information for any purpose. Furthermore, JBL is not responsible for the abuse of its products caused by avoiding compliance with...
  • Page 19 All of the information in this section for VRX932LA-1 also applies to previous VRX932LA systems. MAXIMUM ARRAY SIZE There are three variations of the VRX array frame. The VRX-AF supersedes the VRX932LA-AF. The VRX-SMAF is solely intended for use with the VRX928LA and VRX915S. Before suspending a VRX array, determine which version of the array frame you have and consult the table below to determine the maximum number of speakers that may be safely suspended.
  • Page 20 A kit consisting of three (3) forged shoulder eyebolts is available from JBL Professional as part number 229-00009-01. Suspension of the VRX array must employ both top attachment points. The VRX918S and VRX915S subwoofers must always be at the top of the array.
  • Page 21 INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX-AF The VRX-AF is an array frame designed to be used for suspension of the VRX932LA-1 and VRX918S loudspeaker systems. The optional array frame kit includes the following items: • 1 x center frame • 2 x side arms •...
  • Page 22 INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX-SMAF The VRX-SMAF is an array frame designed to be used for suspension of the VRX928LA and VRX915S loudspeaker systems. The optional array frame kit includes the following items: • 1 x frame • 2 x quick release pins •...
  • Page 23 Department), 8500 Balboa Boulevard, PO Box 2200, Northridge, California 91329 (818-893-8411). We may direct you to an authorized JBL Service Agency or ask you to send your unit to the factory for repair. Either way, you'll need to present the original bill of sale to establish the date of purchase. Please do not ship your JBL product to the factory without prior authorization.
  • Page 24 JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd. Northridge, CA 91329 USA Part Number: 353551-008 08/2008...