EAW JFL SERIES Owner's Manual

JFL SERIES LOUDSPEAKER

OWNER’S MANUAL

EAW Part: RD0465(A)

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Table Of Contents

1. READ THIS FIRST................................................................................................................................5

1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.........................................................................................................................5

1.2 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................5

2. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................6

3. UNPACKING.........................................................................................................................................6

3.1 CONTENTS ..........................................................................................................................................6

4. JFL210 ARRAY DESIGN .....................................................................................................................7

4.1 JFLWIZARD SOFTWARE.......................................................................................................................7

4.1.1 Computer Requirements............................................................................................................7

4.1.2 JFLWizard Results .....................................................................................................................7

4.2 GROUND STACKING .............................................................................................................................7

4.3 SUBWOOFERS IN THE ARRAY ...............................................................................................................7

4.3.1 General Considerations..............................................................................................................7

4.3.2 JFL118 Subwoofers ...................................................................................................................8

4.3.3 Suspending JFL118 Subwoofers ...............................................................................................8

4.3.4 Signal Delay on Subwoofers......................................................................................................8

5. ARRAY OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................8

5.1 OVERVIEW...........................................................................................................................................8

5.2 ENGINEERING DESIGN..........................................................................................................................8

5.3 SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM.....................................................................................................................8

5.4 SIGNAL PROCESSING ...........................................................................................................................9

5.4.1 Factory Digital Signal Processing Settings ................................................................................9

5.4.2 Non-EAW Digital Signal Processors..........................................................................................9

5.5 USER ADJUSTMENTS..........................................................................................................................10

5.5.1 JFL210 HF Shading – Single-Amp Mode.................................................................................10

5.5.2 JFL210 HF Shading – Bi-Amp Mode .......................................................................................10

5.6 AMPLIFIER POWER REQUIRMENTS ......................................................................................................10

5.6.1 Power Ratings..........................................................................................................................10

5.7 INPUT CONNECTIONS .........................................................................................................................11

5.7.1 JFL210 Input Connections .......................................................................................................11

5.7.1.1 Single-amp Mode................................................................................................................................11

5.7.1.2 Bi-amp Mode.......................................................................................................................................12

5.7.2 JFL118 Connections ................................................................................................................12

6. RIGGING & HANDLING .....................................................................................................................12

6.1 RIGGING OVERVIEW...........................................................................................................................13

6.2 RIGGING WARNINGS ..........................................................................................................................13

6.3 PERMANENT INSTALLATION SUSPENSION.............................................................................................13

6.3.1 PI Array Working Load Limit (WLL)..........................................................................................13

6.3.2 A Note On Eyebolts..................................................................................................................14

6.3.3 Permanent Installation Overview..............................................................................................14

6.3.4 JFL210 Arrays..........................................................................................................................14

6.3.5 JFL118 Arrays..........................................................................................................................15

6.3.6 Mixed JFL210 & JFL118 Arrays...............................................................................................15

6.3.7 Setting Array Tilt Angle.............................................................................................................15

6.4 TRIPOD AND POLE MOUNTING............................................................................................................16

6.4.1 Tripod Mounting........................................................................................................................16

6.4.2 Pole Mounting...........................................................................................................................16

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................17

7.1 GENERAL SERVICE............................................................................................................................17

7.2 PARTS REPLACEMENT KITS................................................................................................................17

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1. READ THIS FIRST

Congratulations on the purchase of your new EAW loudspeaker. You now own one of
the finest professional audio products available - the result of exceptional engineering
and meticulous craftsmanship.

This manual is intended for use with JFL210 and JFL118 loudspeakers. As such, it
contains information that is specific to these loudspeakers. This includes: array design,
user adjustments, amplifier power ratings, input connections, rigging design, and service
and maintenance information. An optional FB121 Fly Bar may be used to suspend
JFL210 and JFL118 loudspeakers and ground
accompanying FB121 Rigging & Ground Stack Instructions should be consulted for
information specific to its use. Finally, information common to all types of EAW
loudspeakers may be found in the accompanying EAW Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual.
This includes: general safety precautions, unpacking/return instructions, rigging
definitions, amplifier selection best practices, signal processing , inspection and
maintenance practices, as well other information common to all loudspeakers.

All three manuals thus apply to the JFL210 and JFL118 loudspeakers. Please read
each and follow all relevant precautions and instructions. This should allow you to obtain
the maximum performance from your new loudspeaker. Where there are conflicts or
overlaps, the information in this manual supersedes the information in any
accompanying manual.

1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

stack JFL210 loudspeakers. The

The terms “Caution,” “Warning,” and “Danger” are used throughout this manual to alert the reader
to important safety considerations. If you have any questions about any aspects of these
precautions, contact your local dealer, distributor, or EAW. The following are the descriptions of
the safety precautions.

CAUTION: describes an operating condition or user action that may expose the equipment or
user to potential damage or danger.

WARNING: describes an operating condition or user action that will cause damage to the
equipment or injure the user.

DANGER: describes an operating condition or user action that will immediately damage the
equipment or be extremely dangerous or possibly life-threatening to the user.

1.2 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: Some aspects of rigging and other related fields for which EAW manufactures, sells,
or distributes equipment are potentially hazardous. Any people using this equipment are
personally responsible for their own safety. EAW transactions are made with the assumption that
the purchaser is a qualified individual or will have only qualified individuals perform work with the
equipment. EAW will not be liable for any damages arising from the use of equipment sold to
purchaser.

WARNING: Only persons with the knowledge of proper hardware and safe rigging techniques
should attempt to suspend JFL210 and JFL118 loudspeaker systems overhead. Failure to follow
this precaution may result in damage to the equipment, injury, or death.

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2. INTRODUCTION

The JFL Series is a compact format, constant curvature line array system for venues with listener
distances up to about 45 m / 148 ft. It is designed to be incredibly simple to deploy, yet provide
the highest output possible from a compact line array format. The Series includes the 2-way
JFL210 full-range loudspeaker and the complementary single 18 inch JFL118 subwoofer.

This manual provides information about the design, configuration, and operation of JFL210 and
JFL118 Line Arrays. It is intended to be used in conjunction with the Windows®-based JFLWizard
software. Please thoroughly familiarize yourself with this manual.

The JFL210 and JFL118 are physically configured for both temporary installation and permanent
installation. Rigging information for these purposes may be found in this manual and the
accompanying FB121 Rigging & Ground Stack Instructions.

3. UNPACKING

3.1 CONTENTS

JFL210

(1) JFL210 Loudspeaker
(2) QRP-JFL Quick Release Pins
(1) JFL210 & JFL118 Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual
(1) FB121 Rigging & Ground Stack Instructions
(1) EAW Loudspeaker O wner’s Manual

JFL118

(1) JFL118 Subwoofer
(3) QRP-JFL Quick Release Pins
(1) JFL210 & JFL118 Loudspeaker Owner’s Manual
(1) FB121 Rigging & Ground Stack Instructions
(1) EAW Loudspeaker O wner’s Manual

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