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JBL DPC-2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 DrivePack DPC-2 ® Product User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Venue Performance Series User’s Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section 6. Rigging and Suspension ...Page 12 Safety Precautions Industry Resources Section 7. JBL DrivePack Technology ...Page 15 ® AC Power Module, Electrical Information Section 8. Input Panel Information...Page 19 Section 9. JBL Professional Warranty ...Page 24 Section 10. Factory Contact Information ...Page 25 JBL Professional...

  • Page 4: Section 1. Safety Instructions

    SECTION 1 : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important 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 CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CSA COMPLIANCE NOTICE CSA Certification Applies to Amplifier Module Only JBL Professional...
  • Page 6 JBL DRIVEPACK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ® Safety and EMC Compliance Specifications EN 55103-1:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio- Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions EN 55103-1:1997 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 1 M EN 55022:2003 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of ITE: Radiated, Class B Limits;...

  • Page 7: Section 2. Before You Begin

    Caution should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB. Package Contents • Product User’s Guide (this document) • JBL DrivePack self-powered loudspeaker ® • A.C. Power North America/Europe Cord-Set • Warranty Card JBL Professional...

  • Page 8: Section 3. Introduction To Vp Series Powered Loudspeaker Systems

    SECTION 3 : INTRODUCTION TO VP SERIES POWERED LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEMS VP (Venue Performance) Series The VP Series is a family of powered integrated audio loudspeaker systems featuring JBL DrivePack ® amplifier modules, designed in cooperation with Crown International. The JBL DrivePack features cutting- edge technology such as patented high efficiency Class-I or Class D power amplifier circuitry.

  • Page 9: Jbl Professional

    8 ohms System: DPC-2 Internal Amplification Output 1750 Watts Peak (875 Watts Continuous) (at nominal load): DPC-2 Output (Continuous IEC shaped pink 750LF/125HF Watts noise into rated load impedance): DPC-2 Output Section: LF: Dual Bridged Technology HF: Bridged Class D...

  • Page 10: Section 4. Vp Series Transducers

    SECTION 4: VP SERIES TRANSDUCERS 2452H-SL High Frequency Compression Driver JBL’s new 2452H-SL features a lightweight neodymium magnet structure, 4” damped laminate diaphragm and a 1.5” exit. It is designed to deliver crystal-clear sound with superb dynamic range. The 2452H-SL is an 8 Ohm device.

  • Page 11: Section 5. Enclosure Care And Maintenance

    The exterior is covered with JBL’s exclusive DuraFlex™ finish. PAINTING JBL VP SERIES SYSTEM PRODUCTS Each JBL Professional VP Series system model is readily paintable. The DuraFlex finish provides a lightly textured surface that any household or industrial paint readily adheres to. The result is a speaker enclosure that is able to blend unobtrusively into the decor of any stage set or environment.

  • Page 12: Section 6. Rigging And Suspension

    SECTION 6 : RIGGING AND SUSPENSION Safety Precautions Before attempting to suspend your speakers, read and understand the following safety information. IMPORTANT RIGGING SAFETY WARNING! The information in this section has been assembled from recognized engineering data and is intended for informational purposes only.
  • Page 13 Furthermore, JBL is not responsible for the abuse of its products caused by avoiding compliance with inspection and maintenance procedures or any other abuse. Prior to suspending the system, an expert, trained and experienced in flying loudspeaker systems should inspect all rigging parts and components. JBL Professional...

  • Page 14: Industry Resources

    M.A.N. Flying Systems 20 Sidar Road Brook Road Industrial Estate Rayleight, Essex SS6 7XF U.K. www.manfly.co.uk JBL Professional - Tech Note V1 No. 14 “Basic Principles for Suspending Loud- speakers” www.jblpro.com/technote/tn_v1n14.pdf Safe Rigging The JBL VP Series suspendable loudspeakers are supplied with built-in brackets. The system is designed to facilitate the suspension of the loudspeaker by a qualified person familiar with rigging hardware and industry...

  • Page 15: Section 7. 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 16 AC POWER REQUIREMENTS JBL DrivePack DPC-2 systems are equipped with a DP multi-channel Crown Dual-Bridged Technology ® power amplifier and loudspeaker specific DSP electronics and require appropriate AC power. CAUTION: In compliance with safety agency criteria and proper system operation, it is critical that the system installer observe all electrical safety practices at all times and provide proper earth grounding for all AC Power connections.
  • Page 17 Your DPC-2 amplifier module is factory set to 230 VAC operation to avoid damage from overvoltage conditions at any location worldwide. Applying 230 VAC to the DPC-2 with the unit set to 115V can cause serious damage. Before you set up your VP-DPC-2 series speaker for the first time, verify that the line voltage selector setting is appropriate for the AC Mains supply voltage in your area.
  • Page 18 Amplifier Protection Features Thermal Management: JBL DrivePack systems are cooled by Passive Convection. No fans are used in any part of the thermal ® management system. To maintain efficient cooling it is a good practice to assure open space around the DrivePack units.

  • Page 19: Section 8. Input Panel Information

    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. JBL Professional...
  • Page 20 VP7210DP Input Panel See Figure 1 The VP7210DP 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 optimized performance. JBL engineers have calibrated DSP speaker management and limiter parameters to ensure smooth phase response and transfer function curves right out of the box.
  • Page 21 Outlet connectors are not interchangeable. CAUTION: Looping more than three DPC-2 systems together is not recommended! Do not exceed 80% current rating of any AC connector at any time! Refer to AC Power Rating Tables in this document for current draw information.
  • Page 22 VP7212MDP Input Panel See Figure 2 The VP7212MDP input panel is optimized for high impact stage monitor use and features analog audio inputs and sophisticated onboard digital signal processing technology. Precision Bandpass limiting, pre- equalization filters and application specific DSP presets ensure flexible and reliable performance. JBL engineers have calibrated DSP speaker management and limiter parameters to ensure smooth phase response and transfer function curves right out of the box.
  • Page 23 Outlet connectors are not interchangable. CAUTION: Looping more than three DPC-2 systems together is not recommended! Do not exceed 80% current rating of any AC connector at any time! Refer to AC Power Rating Tables in this document for current draw information.

  • Page 24: Section 9. Jbl Professional Warranty

    Venue Performance Series User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Section 10. Factory Contact Information

    DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY, FROM STATE TO STATE. JBL Professional...
  • Page 26 Harman Pro Internet Portal: Venue Performance Series User’s Guide Outside the USA: Contact the JBL Professional Distributor in your area. A complete list of JBL Professional international distributors is provided at our U.S.A. website - www.jblpro.com Product Registration: Register your product online at: www.jblpro.com/registration...
  • Page 27 JBL Professional...
  • Page 28 Part Number: 363642-002 VP PROD GUIDE 8500 Balboa Boulevard 0607 Northridge, CA 91329 USA Visit us online at www.jblpro.com...

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