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DA850
DA1650
Distribution Amplifiers
Owners Manual
Rev 1.2 | Draft20231009
©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1 DA850 DA1650 Distribution Amplifiers Owners Manual Rev 1.2 | Draft20231009 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DA850 ............................... 13  DA1650 ..............................14  Troubleshooting and Maintenance ....................... 15  Troubleshooting ............................15  Maintenance .............................. 15  JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 2 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing a JBL DA series distribution amplifier. The DA850 and DA1650 amplifiers are designed, engineered, and manufactured to the industry’s highest quality standards and offer system integrators with the core features and fundamental connectivity for home audio distribution.
  • Page 4: Front Panel Overview

    NOTE: If the trigger input is used, it will override the standby button operation JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 4 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 5: Rear Panel Overview

    Two four-pole, touch-proof terminal strip per channel pair. Accepts up to 12 AWG wire or terminal forks. JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 5 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 6: Installation

    2 inches (5.1cm) away from the sides of the amplifier. Air flow is side-to-side. JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 6 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 7: Surface Mounting

    If the system is taken out of use for a long period, disconnect the amplifier from the mains power supply. JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 7 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 8: Hardware Setup

    See "Specifications" on page 13 and 14 for supported load specifications. JBL recommends using two-conductor or four-conductor, heavy gauge speaker wire up to 12 AWG. For low-impedance loads, refer to the table below and select the appropriate size of wire based on the distance from amplifier to speaker.
  • Page 9 Speaker outputs provide connection for:  Up to four pair of stereo speakers (eight speakers total) to the DA850  Up to eight pair of stereo speakers (sixteen speakers total) to the DA1650 Connection to speakers is provided via phoenix-type connectors that accept bare wire terminations. The connectors are grouped in pairs with one connector each for pair.
  • Page 10: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    7. Do not operate the amplifier with less than the rated load impedance. Due to the amplifier’s output protection, such a configuration may result in premature clipping and speaker damage. REMEMBER: JBL/ HARMAN is not liable for damage that results from overdriving other system components.
  • Page 11: Setting Power Mode

    NOTE: When a remote trigger is connected it will override the front panel standby button operation. JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 11 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 12: Output Level Controls

    ZONE STATUS LED Status Dark/Unlit Off/Signal not present White On/signal preset Yellow Clipping Zone Fault JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 12 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Dimensions inc. feet (H x W x D): 1.75” x 17.2” x 12.7” (44.5mm x 436.0mm x 323.0mm) Net Weight: 4.5kg JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 13 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 14: Da1650

    Dimensions inc. feet (H x W x D): 1.75” x 17.2” x 12.7” (44.5mm x 436.0mm x 323.0mm) Net Weight: 4.5kg JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 14 of 16 ©2023 Harman International | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    If the unit is exposed to a dusty environment, a low-pressure blower may be used to remove dust from its exterior. JBL DA850 DA1650 Owners Manual | rev1.2 Draft20231009 Pg 15 of 16...
  • Page 16 United registered States and other countries. Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice. JBL DA850 DA1650 Quick Start Guide | Rev 1.2 Draft20231009 | Features, Specifications, and Appearance subject to change without notice. Pg 16 of 16...

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