JBL VP Series, User Manual

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Page 3: ...ry Resources Section 7 JBL DrivePack Technology Page 16 AC Power Module Electrical Information Input Modules DPIP DPAN DPCN Protective Jackets installation Section 8 HiQnet System Architect Software C...

Page 4: ...ere they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories speci ed by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table speci ed by the manufacturer or sold with the...

Page 5: ...is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditi...

Page 6: ...Apparatus for Professional Use Part 2 Immunity EN 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1999 A2 2001 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Environment E2 criteria B 4 kV Contact 8 kV Air discharge EN 61000 4 3 2003 Radiated R...

Page 7: ...tand or subwoofer pole is placed on a at level and stable surface and be sure to fully extend the legs of tripod type stands Position the stand so that the legs do not present a trip hazard Route cabl...

Page 8: ...ide VP7215 64DP 15 two way with 60 x 40 degree waveguide VP7215 95DP 15 two way with 90 x 50 degree waveguide VP7315 64DP 15 three way with 60 x 40 degree waveguide VPSB7118DP 18 subwoofer VP7212 64DP...

Page 9: ...rforated steel with foam backing Dimensions H x W x D 765 3 x 447 6 x 523 5 mm 30 13 x 17 62 x 20 61 in Net Weight 38 6 kg 85 lb VP7212 64DP Speci cations Frequency Response 3dB 63 Hz 18 kHz Frequency...

Page 10: ...kHz Frequency Range 10dB 34 Hz 20 kHz Coverage Pattern 60 x 40 rotatable waveguide Directivity Factor Q 15 85 Directivity Index DI 12 dB Max Peak Output 138 dB SPL 1m Transducer Section Low Frequency...

Page 11: ...improves phase coherency of the midrange signal for clearer more intelligible audio quality 8 Ohm device For more information see JBL Tech Note Vol 1 Number 30 CMCD Technology Differential Drive Low F...

Page 12: ...e surface by cleaning and wiping off dust and lm with a damp cloth It may be necessary to use a mild household cleaner to remove grease Avoid using a cloth that will deteriorate over the textured surf...

Page 13: ...ed within their rated workload before the array is suspended Never exceed maximum recommended load ratings Before suspending any speaker system always inspect all components enclosure rigging frames p...

Page 14: ...evices and as such they require regular inspection and routine maintenance to insure proper function ability JBL VP Series loudspeakers must be inspected for fatigue at least annually The inspection s...

Page 15: ...rson familiar with rigging hardware and industry practices Improper installation may result in damage injury or death Working Load Limit The working load limit WLL of any JBL VP Series suspendable lou...

Page 16: ...f 5 8 minimum thickness of wood or composite material and with load impedances of 4 Ohms 8 Ohms for low and mid frequency channels and 8 or 16 Ohms for the high frequency channel OPERATING INSTRUCTION...

Page 17: ...DP Input Module and DSP logic remains active This mode reduces current draw and heat loss While in sleep mode the READY indicator pulses slowly Recovery from sleep mode is instantaneous when an audio...

Page 18: ...ated in Table 1 NOTE Tighten set screws to 2 5Nm 1 8lb ft torque to prevent opening by hand USER FABRICATED AC POWER DISTRIBUTION System owners may choose to fabricate or purchase a custom AC Power ca...

Page 19: ...Hz Class 1 Wiring 16 AWG 1 5 mm2 Inlet Connector Rating 5A 3 2A Outlet Connector Rating 7A 8 8A Line Voltage Selection The DrivePack features an international Auto Sensing power supply and will automa...

Page 20: ...ecting source audio signals to the input modules on JBL DrivePack systems is similar to daisy chaining multiple external ampli er channels together Assuming an output device source impedance of 100 Oh...

Page 21: ...ates during any fault condition 4 THERMAL PROTECTION a Orange LED illuminates during thermal limiting ai PULSING indicates rst stage of thermal limiting ampli er output level is reduced to prevent ove...

Page 22: ...to 80 Hz Knee shape and slopes are model dependent Internal Controls Input Sensitivity 2 Position Switch Located on the back side of the front panel full output is achieved by selecting either 4 dBu i...

Page 23: ...assive Audio Pass through b Pin 2 Hot Positive voltage produces outward cone motion of L F Transducers 10 HiQnet 100MB NETWORK Connector a The network connector is a standard RJ 45 connector that allo...

Page 24: ...nee shape and slopes are model dependent 2 INTERNAL CONTROLS Internal 4 dBu or 20 dBu sensitivity select switch See NOTE on DPAN for details INDICATORS 2 ENABLE ALT PRESET a Orange LED illuminates whe...

Page 25: ...ll as CobraNet digital audio on the same CAT5 cable Should the Primary connection 10a lose Link activity with the network the DPCN will automatically switch to the Secondary connection 10b to ensure u...

Page 26: ...ul when working with larger multi box line array or subwoofer systems The HiQnet System Architect software user interface provides remote access to the controls displays and INDICATORS 1 CROSSPATCH If...

Page 27: ...ser can manually determine the position of the speakers within the array via the rotary dial Note Array ID Loudspeaker ID Examples Example A 00 00 would be complete auto ID mode Example B 01 01 would...

Page 28: ...n Compliance with IEC 60529 IPX 3 not evaluated for outdoor use Protective Jacket Installation Complies with IEC 60529 IPX 3 not evaluated for outdoor use t i k t e k c a j e v i t c e t o r p e h t m...

Page 29: ...om of the protective jacket is tucked in all the way around the riser ring as shown d e r i u q e r s a d e s o l c d r o c w a r d e h t l l u p d n a p i r t s o r c l e V e h t p u p i Z 6 as shown...

Page 30: ...ument It is assumed that unmanaged switches are used in the networking examples discussed below Special requirements exist for CobraNet compliant products using the DPCN input module This is addressed...

Page 31: ...to your JBL DrivePack and wait for it to boot up With DHCP enabled the DrivePack and your computer should both automatically negotiate an IP Address Step 3 Launch System Architect The DrivePack syste...

Page 32: ...le click on the icon and the network will activate Step 2 On the menu bar of System Architect click on Tools and then select Network Wizard The Network Wizard will open up Click on Next to go to the n...

Page 33: ...T Step 3 The master computer should discover the HiQnet products powered up on the network If not please make sure all of your connections are good and verify IP addressing Step 4 Once the Network Wiz...

Page 34: ...r on the network The HiQnet address is completely independent of Ethernet IP addresses IP Address Internet Protocol address Identifier for a computer or device on a TCP IP network Each device in a net...

Page 35: ...y be transmitted at 16 20 or 24 bit data as desired For reliable operation each CobraNet device must implement transmit and receive buffering This buffering is fixed at 256 samples and results in a mi...

Page 36: ...s There is no limit to the number of active receivers on a repeater network Generally a repeater based CobraNet network must be dedicated to CobraNet traffic only to guarantee reliable transmission of...

Page 37: ...on the Display panel the Display Properties panel will open 3 Next click on the Appearance tab 4 Go to the Font size drop down menu and select Normal 5 Click on the Apply button then OK to close the...

Page 38: ...formance Series User s Guide 1 Open the Windows control panel 2 Double click on Regional and Language Options icon Regional Options panel will open 3 Click on the Languages tab 4 Next click on the Det...

Page 39: ...The Text Services and Input Languages panel will open 6 Go to the Default input language drop down menu and select English United States U S Click on the OK button to close the Text Services and Input...

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Page 41: ...e to save the original shipping cartons because a charge will be made if replacement cartons are requested Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty How to Obtain W...

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