Introduction - JBL Application Engineered Series Application Manual

Introduction

This third edition of the Array Application Guide illustrates how Application Engineered TM and
Precision Directivity TM Series loudspeakers can provide the building blocks to construct arrays
that fit almost any room size or application. New to this edition are arrays B4, G7 and G8. Also
included in this latest edition are updated explanations for ordering weather resistant models,
general guidelines for painting AE and PD enclosures, and an AE/PD Series connector pin-out
guide to illustrate proper speaker wire terminating.
The arrays in this guide are categorized by configuration. These configurations help emphasize
the scalability of the AE and PD 5000 Series loudspeakers as the arrays are upgraded in terms
of power handling, bandwidth, and pattern control. General performance information including
frequency range, nominal coverage, SPL capability, size, and weight are provided for each
array.
Many of the arrays take advantage of the available hardware developed to rig some of the more
popular configurations. This includes the PAF Planar Array Frames. A further description of this
hardware can be found in the JBL publication: AE Series Bracket and Array Frame Handbook
available on the JBL Professional website.
Also included in this guide is a section that describes some array application examples as they
might be used in some typical rooms given various program requirements. The guide provides
notes that can assist in the final optimization of the arrays and provides references to additional
resources.
Although each room and project has its own demanding set of circumstances, we hope this
Array Guide provides some footing for understanding the wide variety of effective solutions that
are possible with the AE and PD series of loudspeakers.
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