JBL CONTROL 42C Data Sheet

Control

Professional Series

Key Features:

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Very broad 160° coverage pattern

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60 mm (2.5 in) mid-high driver with butyl
rubber surround

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16-ohm driver, allows paralleling of
multiple units on a low-Z amplifier

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Integrated backcan for easy “blind-mount”
install. Packaged with grille and C-ring
support backing plate for easy installation.

Applications:

The Control 42C is an ultra-compact in­ceiling professional satellite loudspeaker
designed for use with the Control 40CS/T
subwoofer. When combined with the
Control 40CS/T, the Control 42C offers an
extremely natural sounding and powerful
subwoofer-satellite system that is perfect for
applications requiring wide bandwidth and
superior sonic performance with minimal
visual impact.

The integrated backcan on the
Control 42C combined with the C-ring
support backing plate allows for a quick
and easy installation of the unit. The
system’s 60 mm (2.5 in) mid-high driver
features a polypropylene cone and pure
butyl-rubber surround for long life. The
copper-clad aluminum voice coil wound on
a vented aluminum former offers low
distortion.

The 16-ohm impedance allows paralleling
up to 4 speakers on a 4-ohm capable
amplifier.

The Control 42C must be operated with
either an active high-pass filter or a passive
crossover, such as the one built into the
Control 40CS/T subwoofer, to protect it
against damage from low frequencies.

Because of the very light weight of
Control 42C, tile rails may not be required
for many in-ceiling applications. They are
not packaged with this model, however
MTC-RAIL tile rail sets are available
separately.

Housed in a compact package, the
lightweight Control 42C features an elegant,
unobtrusive design and is ideal for both
small and large projects alike.

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2.5" Ultra-Compact,
In-Ceiling Satellite

42C

Loudspeaker

Specifications:

System:

Frequency Range (-10 dB)1: 140 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency Response (± 3 dB)1: 180 Hz - 17 kHz

Power Capacity2: 30 Watts Continuous Program Power

Nominal Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)1: 82 dB

Nominal Coverage Angle3: 160° conical coverage

Directivity Factor (Q)3: 6.6

Directivity Index (DI)3: 6.8 dB

Rated Maximum SPL: 94 dB @ 1 m (3.3 ft) average, 114 dB peak

Rated Impedance: 16 ohms

Transducer:

Enclosure:

Input Connectors: Two removeable locking 2-pin connectors with screw-

Knockouts: Two (top and side)

Safety Agency: Suitable for use in air handling spaces per UL1480,

Dimensions: 127 mm Diameter x 94 mm depth (5.0 in x 4.2 in) from

Cutout Size: 104 mm Diameter (4.1 in)

Ceiling Thickness Range: Accommodates tiles/drywall up to 27 mm (1.1 inches)

Weight: 0.7 kg (1.6 lb)

Included Accessories: C-ring support backing plate, knockout strain relief,

Optional Accessories: MTC-RAIL tile rails

1

Half-space (flush mounted in ceiling)

2

Continuous Pink Noise rating is IEC-shaped pink noise with a 6 dB crest factor for 100 hours continuously. Continuous
Program power is a conservative expression of the system’s ability to handle normal speech and music program
material, and is defined as 3 dB above the Continous Pink Noise Rating.

3

Half-space (in ceiling) average 1 kHz to 16 kHz.

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

15 Watts Continuous Pink Noise

Driver: 60 mm (2.5 in) with polypropylene cone, butyl rubber

surround, copper-clad coil, vented aluminum former.

down terminals. Max wire 12 AWG (2.5 mm).

UL2043, NFPA90, NFPA70A, and in accordance with the
requirements of IEC60849/EN60849

back of baffle

thick

cutout template, paint shield.

MTC-42NC New Construction bracket
MTC-42MR Mud Ring Construction Bracket

䉴 Control 42C 2.5" Ultra Compact, In-Ceiling Satellite Loudspeaker

Beamwidth:

Directivity Index:

Frequency Response:

Half-space (2␲, mounted in ceiling)

Off-Axis Frequency Response:

Dimensions:

96

(3.8)

94

(3.7)

Ø 98
(3.9)

107

(4.2)

Ø 127

(5.0)

7

(0.3)

Dimensions in mm (in)

JBL Professional
8500 Balboa Boulevard, P.O. Box 2200
Northridge, California 91329 U.S.A.

A Harman International Company

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www.jblpro.com

SS C42C
CRP 5M
09/08