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JBL VRX932LAP User Manual

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  • Page 1 U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Section 1. Safety Instructions JBL DrivePack ® Declaration of Conformity Section 2. Before You Begin Section 3. Introduction to The VRX932LAP Section 4. Introduction to The VRX918SP Section 5. JBL DrivePack Technology ® VRX932LAP Input Panel VRX918SP Input Panel Amplitude Shading Section 6.

  • Page 4: Section 1. Safety Instructions

    SECTION 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8.
  • Page 5 THIS APPARATUS CONTAINS POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGES. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK OR HAZARD, DO NOT REMOVE DRIVEPACK CHASSIS, INPUT MODULE OR AC INPUT COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions.

  • Page 6: Jbl Drivepack ® Declaration Of Conformity

    JBL DRIVEPACK ® DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SAFETY AND EMC COMPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual land Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions EN 55103-1:1997 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 1 M...

  • Page 7: Section 2. Before You Begin

    • Inspect the stand (or pole and associated hardware) before each use and do not use equipment with worn, damaged, or missing parts. • Do not attempt to place more than two VRX932LAP Series loudspeaker on a stand or pole. • Always be cautious in windy, outdoor conditions. It may be necessary to place additional weight (i.e.

  • Page 8: Section 3. Introduction To The Vrx932Lap

    SECTION 3 : INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX932LAP The VRX932LAP is a powered, two-way, full-range line array speaker system. It is intended for small to mid size ® venues. The JBL DrivePack DPC-2 amplifier module provides the power and the integrated DSP based input module system optimization and EQ.

  • Page 9: Power Amplifiers

    Coverage Pattern: 100º x 15º nominal Maximum Peak Output, SPL 136 dB SPL at 1m LF Driver: 1 x JBL 2262FF 305 mm (12 in) dual voice coil Differential Drive ® woofer with neodymium-magnet HF Driver: 3 x JBL 2408J, 34 mm (1.5 in) voice coil, neodymium compression driver...

  • Page 10: Section 4. Introduction To The Vrx918Sp

    The VRX918SP is a powered, 18" direct radiating subwoofer. It is intended for use in suspended arrays or ground-stack applications. The built-in JBL DrivePack DPC-2 amplifier module, designed in cooperation with Crown, provides 1500 Watts of peak power. The DSP based resident input module provides system optimization, EQ and crossover functionality.
  • Page 11 Frequency Response (±3 dB): 34 Hz - 120 Hz Maximum Peak Output, SPL1: 126 dB SPL at 1m LF Driver: 1 x JBL 2268FF 457 mm (18 in) dual voice coil Differential Drive woofer with ® neodymium-magnet Bandpass Nominal Impedance:...

  • Page 12: Section 5. Jbl Drivepack Technology

    Input panel via the AUDIO IN XLR connector. The JBL DPC-2 is equipped with a manual select 115V/230V Power Supply and can operate anywhere in the world that has an available 100-120VAC or 200-240VAC power source. Upon initial power-up of the DrivePack, the AC soft-start process will begin and the Blue Power LED illuminates when boot-up is completed.
  • Page 13 240V Europe CEE 7/7 ® Schuko type AC plug to PowerCon connector cord sets are provided with this JBL DrivePack product. One spare gray Neutrik (P/N NAC3FCB) PowerCon connector is included in the AC Power Cord Set for your convenience to create a pass-through AC power cable.
  • Page 14 Continuous voltages 10% beyond high line at either 120VAC or 240VAC operation ranges can disrupt performance of the JBL DrivePack! To avoid activation of amplifier low line/ high line protection which will interrupt audio performance, the system operator should maintain AC...

  • Page 15: Vrx932Lap Input Panel

    VRX932LAP INPUT PANEL The VRX932LAP input panel features analog audio inputs and sophisticated onboard digital signal processing technology. Precision Bandpass limiting, pre-equalization filters and automatic self-protection functions ensure maximum performance. JBL engineers have calibrated the DSP speaker management and limiter parameters to ensure smooth phase response and transfer function.
  • Page 16 CONNECTORS 9. Audio In F-XLR Active 20K Ohm Balanced, 10K Ohm Unbalanced. Pin 2 Hot (Positive voltage produces outward cone motion of L.F. Transducers). 10. Audio Out M-XLR Passive Audio Pass-through. Pin 2 Hot (Positive voltage produces outward cone motion of L.F. Transducers).

  • Page 17: Vrx918Sp Input Panel

    VRX918SP INPUT PANEL The VRX918SP input panel features analog audio inputs and sophisticated onboard digital signal processing technology. Precision Bandpass limiting and automatic self-protection functions ensure maximum performance. CONTROLS 1. AUDIO OUT Two-position push-button DSP preset selection switch, enables an 80Hz Hi-Pass filter (graph 1) or direct loop through (graph 2) to the audio output.
  • Page 18 Assuming an output device source impedance of 100 Ohms and a 10:1 load to source ratio, up to 20 JBL DrivePack units typical can be linked together on one output source without using a distribution amp.

  • Page 19: Amplitude Shading

    ( For the 0 dB position the inverse button selection yields to the same results). FREQUENCY RESPONSE The frequency response graph represents measurements from a single typical VRX932LAP speaker, applying the three different ACS settings: +3dB, 0dB, -3dB.
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Section 6. Deploying The System

    • One or two VRX932LAP cabinets may be mounted onto either a JBL SS2-BK tripod stand or with the SS4-BK adjustable pole mount to their companion VRX918SP subwoofers. Do not mount...
  • Page 22 LOCKING (2) VRX932LAP LOUDSPEAKERS TOGETHER Any time two or more VRX932LAP are arrayed together, they must be mechanically secured to each other using the integral rigging frame and supplied quick release pins. See the diagram below for details.

  • Page 23: Section 7. Suspension Safety Warnings

    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 24 Maximum number of VRX918SP in array Maximum number of VRX932LAP in array VRX932LA-AF Array Frame WARNING: Do not use the older VRX932LA-AF array frame to suspend powered VRX932LAP or VRX918SP systems INSTALLING THE ARRAY FRAME The array frame is attached to the internal rigging of the VRX900 system using the provided Quick Release Pins WARNING: Do not use any substitute for these pins.
  • Page 25 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 subwoofers must always be at the top of the array.

  • Page 26: Section 8. Introduction To The Vrx-Af

    SECTION 8 : INTRODUCTION TO THE VRX-AF The VRX-AF is an array frame designed to be used for suspension of the VRX932LAPand VRX918SP loudspeaker systems. The optional array frame kit includes the following items: • 1 x center frame • 2 x side arms •...

  • Page 27: Jbl Warranty And Information

    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 28 JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd. Northridge, CA 91329 USA Part Number: 364536-001 09/2007...

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