JBL VT4889ADP User manual

Product User’s Guide
Fullsize Powered Line Array Systems
VT4889ADP
VT4889ADP-DA
VT4889ADP-AN
VT4889ADP-CN
VT4880ADP
VT4880ADP-DA
VT4880ADP-AN
VT4880ADP-CN

2VERTEC User’s Guide

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Section 1. Safety Instructions.....................................................................................Page 4
Section 2. Before You Begin .......................................................................................Page 7
Section 3. Introduction to VERTEC®DP Series
Fullsize Powered Line Array Systems......................................................Page 8
Specications by model
Section 4. VERTEC® DP Series Transducers.............................................................Page 10
Section 5. Enclosure Care and Maintenance ............................................................Page 11
Section 6. Suspension.................................................................................................Page 12
Safety Precautions
Industry Resources
Section 7. JBL DrivePack® Technology ....................................................................Page 15
AC Power Module, Electrical Information
Input Modules (DPIP, DPDA, DPAN, DPCN)
Protective Jackets & installation
Section 8. HiQnet System Architect™ Software Configuration Guide ...................Page 28
Conguring your PC
Ethernet Network connections
Appendix A: Conguring CobraNet devices
Appendix B: Setting Microsoft Windows to standard font size
Appendix C: Setting Regional Language Options to US English
Section 9. JBL Professional Warranty .......................................................................Page 39
Section 10. Factory Contact Information ....................................................................Page 40
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where 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 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.
16. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects lled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
17. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.
18. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

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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.
FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CSA COMPLIANCE NOTICE
CSA Certication Applies to Amplier Module Only
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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; Conducted, Class A
EN 55103-2:1997 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-
Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control 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, Radio-frequency, Electromagnetic Immunity (Environment E2, criteria A)
EN61000-4-4:2005 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity (criteria B)
EN 61000-4-5:2001 Surge Immunity (criteria B)
EN 61000-4-6:1996 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances Induced by Radio-Frequency Fields (criteria A)
EN 61000-4-11:2004 Voltage Dips, Short Interruptions and Voltage Variation
UL 60065:2003, 7th edition: Audio/Video and Musical Instrument Apparatus for Household, Commercial
and Similar General Use
IEC 60065, 2001: Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus - Safety Requirements
CAN/CSA E60065-03: Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements

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SECTION 2 : BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The VERTEC®DP Series systems covered by this manual are not intended for xed installation
in outdoor or high moisture environments. Moisture can damage the speaker cone and surround
and cause corrosion of electrical contacts and metal parts. Avoid exposing the speakers to direct
moisture. Keep loudspeakers out of extended or intense direct sunlight. The driver suspension will
prematurely dry out and nished surfaces may be degraded by long-term exposure to intense ultra-
violet (UV) light.
VERTEC® DP Series Fullsize Powered Line Array loudspeakers can be suspended with available
array frames (P/N VT4889-AF, VT4889-SF) or they can be ground-stacked. These systems can
generate considerable energy. When placed on a slippery surface such as polished wood or
linoleum, a single speaker may move due to its acoustical energy output. Precautions should be
taken to assure that the speaker does not fall off a stage or scaffold platform on which it is placed.
While it is unlikely that a ground-stacked array will move when properly attached to its array frame,
precautions should be taken to assure that the array assembly cannot fall from any surface on
which it is placed. Hearing damage, prolonged exposure to excessive SPL VERTEC® DP Series
loudspeakers are easily capable of generating sound pressure levels (SPL) sufcient to cause
permanent hearing damage to performers, production crew and audience members. 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® compatible loudspeaker
• CD containing System Architect™ software
• AC Power North America/Europe Cord-Set
• Protective Jacket Set
• Warranty Card

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SECTION 3 : INTRODUCTION TO VERTEC®DP SERIES
FULLSIZE POWERED LINE ARRAY SYSTEMS
Shown: VT4889ADP in own array
VERTEC®DP Series Fullsize Powered Systems
The VERTEC DP Series fullsize models are part of a family of powered integrated audio loudspeaker systems
featuring the JBL DrivePack® amplier modules, designed in cooperation with Crown International. The
JBL DrivePack features cutting-edge technology such as patented high efciency Class-I power amplier
circuitry. Loudspeaker components include patented JBL Differential Drive® woofers.
This guide covers the following models:
VT4880ADP..........................2x18” powered dual-channel subwoofer system
VT4880ADP-DA...................DPDA network input module, AES digital audio
VT4880ADP-AN...................with optional DPAN network input module, analog audio
VT4880ADP-CN...................with optional DPCN network input module, Cobranet™ digital audio
VT4889ADP..........................2x15” tri-amplied three-way full range system
VT4889ADP-DA...................DPDA network input module, AES digital audio
VT4889ADP-AN...................with optional DPAN network input module, analog audio
VT4889ADP-CN ..................with optional DPCN network input module, Cobranet™ digital audio

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