JBL AM5212/00 User Manual

2-Way Loudspeaker System

AM5212/00

Professional Series

Key Features:

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100° x 100° Coverage

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262H-1 Differential Drive
Low-Frequency Driver

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2408H-1 High-Frequency Compression
Driver

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Large PT™ Progressive Transition
waveguide for excellent pattern control
and low distortion

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Rotatable waveguide for vertical or
horizontal orientation

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Bi-Amp/Passive Switchable

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Available in Black, White and WRC/
WRX weather resistant finishes

Applications:

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Performing Arts Facilities

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Theatrical Sound Design

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Auditoriums

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Worship Facilities

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Live Clubs

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Dance Clubs

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Sports Facilities

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Themed Entertainment Venues

The AM5212/00 is a medium power,
lightweight, 2-way, full-range loudspeaker
system comprised of the JBL Differential
Drive dual voice coil and dual magnetic
gap 262H-1 300 mm (12 in) low
frequency driver and 2408H-1 high­frequency 38 mm (1.5 in) exit, 38 mm
(1.5 in) voice-coil compression driver.
The large format Progressive Transition
waveguide provides excellent 100° x 100°
coverage. The waveguide is rotatable
so the loudspeaker system can be used
in either the vertical or horizontal
orientation. High-slope passive networks
minimize band overlap. Well-controlled
off-axis response enhances arrayability.

The enclosure is constructed of
multi-ply birch coated in JBL’s rugged
DuraFlex™ finish and is heavily braced
to maximize low-frequency performance.
The trapezoid enclosure is fitted with
fifteen M10 threaded attachment points
and utilizes a 14-gauge steel grille
internally lined with acoustically
transparent foam to provide additional
driver protection and give a very
professional appearance.

The AM5212/00 is part of JBL’s AE
Series, a versatile family of loudspeakers
intended for a wide variety of applications.

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with 1 x 12” LF

Specifications:

System:

Long-Term System Power Rating (IEC)3: Passive mode: 300 W (1200 W peak), 100 hrs

Transducers:

Sensitivity (1W @ 1m, within operational band)5: 97 dB SPL

Physical:

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Bi-amp mode, with recommended active tuning, 2π half-space.

2

AES standard, one decade pink noise with 6 dB crest factor within device’s operational band, free air. Standard AES 2 hr rating plus
long-term 100 hr rating are specified for low-frequency transducers.

3

IEC standard, bandwidth pink noise with 6 dB crest factor, 100 hours.

4

Calculated based on power rating and sensitivity, exclusive of power compression.

5

Anechoic sensitivity in free field, no additional sensitivity gain from boundary loading.

JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Changes introduced into existing products without notice are an
expression of that philosophy.

Frequency Range1 (-10 dB): 37 Hz – 20 kHz

Frequency Response1 (±3 dB): 43 Hz – 20 kHz

Transducer Power Rating (AES)2: LF: 400 W (1600 W peak), 2 hrs

System Sensitivity (1W @ 1m)5: Passive mode: 96 dB SPL

Coverage Pattern: 100° x 100°
Directivity Factor (Q): 8.3
Directivity Index (DI): 9.2 dB

Crossover Modes: Bi-amp/Passive switchable

Passive Crossover Frequency: 1.6 kHz

300 W (1200 W peak), 100 hrs
HF: 40 W (160 W peak), 2 hrs

Maximum SPL4: Bi-amp mode:

Low Frequency Driver: 1 x JBL 262H-1 300 mm (12 in) driver with 50.8 mm (2 in) dual voice coil

Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms

High Frequency Driver: JBL 2408H-1, 38 mm (1.5 in) exit compression driver, 38 mm (1.5 in) voice

Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms

Sensitivity (1W @ 1m): 111 dB SPL

Waveguide: PT-H1010HF-1

Enclosure: Trapezoidal with 15 degree side angles, 16 mm (5/8 in) exterior grade 11-ply

Suspension Attachment: 15 points (4 top, 4 bottom, 2 each side, 3 rear), M10 threaded hardware

Input Connector: NL4 Neutrik Speakon® and CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals.

Environmental Specifications: Mil-Std 810; IP-x3 per IEC529.

Dimensions (H x W x D in 711 x 369 x 458 mm

vertical cabinet orientation): (28.0 x 14.5 x 18.0 in)

Net Weight: 20.2 kg (45 lb)

Optional Accessories: M10 x 35 mm forged shoulder eyebolts with washers

LF: 122 dB-SPL cont avg (128 dB peak)
HF: 127 dB-SPL cont avg (133 dB peak)
Passive mode:
121 dB-SPL cont avg (127 dB peak)

coil

birch plywood

Finish: Black DuraFlex™ finish. White available upon request.

Grille: Powder coated 14 gauge perforated steel, with acoustically transparent black

foam backing.

Barrier terminals accept up to 5.2 sq mm (10 AWG) wire or max width 9 mm
(.375 in) spade lugs. Speakon in parallel with barrier strip for loop-through.

U-Bracket MTU-3

u AM5212/00 2-Way Loudspeaker System with 1 x 12” LF

360

-6 dB Beamwidth (degrees)

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100

100 316

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10

Attenuation (dB)

Beamwidth

100

Horizontal

Vertical

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20 100 1000 1000020000

Frequency (Hz)

Directivity Index, Q

10

Directivity Index (DI), dB

0

20 100 1000 1000020000

Frequency (Hz)

10

1

Dimensions

Dimensions in mm (in)

For more detailed dimensional information, refer to Application Data Sheet.

For AE & AE Compact Series WRC and WRX versions please visit the JBL Pro website at
http://www.jblpro.com/www/products/installed-sound/ae-series#.V63kVfkrLIV
to download Drawings.

Frequency Response and Impedance

90

80

SPL (dB)

70

60

20 100 1000 10000 20000

Frequency (Hz)

Horizontal Off-Axis Frequency Response

0

-10

Attenuation (dB)

-20

Directivity Factor (Q)

-30
20 100 1000 1000020000

Frequency (Hz)

Vertical Up Off-Axis Frequency Response

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-10

-20

-30
20 100 1000 1000020000

Frequency (Hz)

2π half-space

4π free field

100

31.6

Ohms

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3.16

0 deg

10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

50 deg

60 deg

70 deg

80 deg

0 deg

10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

9.5

[242]

R30.0

[202]

[R763]

18.0

[458]

9.5

[240]

C

L

SIDES

18.0

12.0
[458]

[305]

8.0

30°

TOP

14.5

[369]

28.0

[711]

FRONT

14.5

[369]

[249]

9.8

C

L

[356]

Vertical Down Off-Axis Frequency Response

10

0

-10

Attenuation (dB)

-20

-30

C

L

14.0

6X 1.6

REAR

[41]

20 100 1000 1000020000

Measurements obtained in full passive crossover mode with no signal processing.
Graphs are from unaltered measured data.

14.0

[356]

Frequency (Hz)

0 deg

10 deg

20 deg

30 deg

40 deg

1.6

[42]

BOTTOM