JBL PD-162 Brochure
PD162
High Output
Midbass Array Module Family
Key Features:
FSA™ Forward Steered Array
enclosure configuration for
optimum acoustic performance
in arrays of three or more modules
Up to 15 dB of rear rejection at
200 Hz and 90° of beam steering capability in a typical three
module array
Usable LF reinforcement to 60
Hz
2206H 12" VGC (Vented Gap
Cooled™) transducers
Available suspension truss
components make array building simple and cost effective
The PD162 family Precision
Directivity™ loudpseaker consists
of three models: PD162, PD162L4
and PD162U4. The PD162U4 and
PD162L4 are specialized beamsteering modules with four transducers each. PD162 is the standard, fully configured version featuring a full complement of six
transducers. All three members of
the family share common enclosure dimensions and features.
This allows for construction of
compact, simple to rig, densely
packed arrays using simple, cost
effective truss components.
The PD162 family are high
power midbass modules designed
for use in arrays and in conjunction with other PD series sub-bass
and mid/high array modules to
construct full range systems.
For sound reinforcement systems in which low frequency
extension to 60 Hz is sufficient,
PD162 modules may be used as
the sole low frequency element.
When greater low frequency
directivity and extension to 30 Hz
and below are required, PD128
FSA subwoofer modules may be
added.
A key advantage of FSA systems is the ability to project a single
well-defined energy “lobe” into the audience area. The combination of even response in the seating area and high off-axis attenuation substantially increases the quality of low-frequency reproduction by maximizing the ratio of direct-to-reverberant sound.
FSA arrays are based on end-fired line array principles. In an
end-fired configuration, the length of the array determines its useful low-frequency directivity and the spacing of the elements
determines the frequency at which beaming occurs. FSA technology improves upon the useful characteristics of the traditional endfired system through a combination of physically expanding the
line array into a three-dimensional array and controlling directivity
via the use of digital signal processing. Multi-channel signal processing with amplitude and delay capability and multi-channel
amplification is required for implementing FSA array steering.
Contact JBL Professional for application details.
The PD162 employs the 2206H 12" transducer, one of JBL’s
family of Vented Gap Cooling woofers. Transducers are mounted
“magnets-out” for maximum heat transfer, assuring long term reliability and minimum power compression at sustained high power
levels. Pairs of transducer are mounted in separate sealed subchambers. Each pair is wired in parallel and connected to individual terminals on the input connector.
For outdoor applications, several levels of weather resistance
are available. Please contact your sales representative or JBL for
further information.
PD162 Shown without grille
PD162 Family – High Output Midbass Array Modules
PD162
Preliminary Specifications:
System:
Frequency Range (-10 dB): 60 Hz - 1.7 kHz
Frequency Response (±3 dB): 78 Hz - 900 Hz
Recommended High Pass: 80 - 120 Hz, 48
dB/Octave
Recommended Low Pass: 250 Hz, 48 dB/Octave
Input Power Rating: 3600 W AES; 14,400 W
Peak; total system
(100 hour test duration) 3 x 1200 W AES; 3x 4800
W Peak; as wired
Sensitivity1: 102 dB SPL, 1 W @ 1 m
(3.3 ft), 80 Hz - 300 Hz
Calculated Max. SPL 137 dB Continuous,
(single module) 143 dB Peak, 80 Hz -
300 Hz
Nominal Impedance: 3 x 4 ohm
Signal Processing: DSP with amplitude and
delay capability required.
Contact JBL for application details.
Transducers:
Low Frequency: 6x 2206H, 300 mm
(12 in) dia., 100 mm
(4 in) edgewound ribbon
voice coil
Physical:
Enclosure: rectangular; birch ply-
wood, extensively braced
Suspension Attachment: 16 points; 4 each top,
bottom, front & rear;
accept M10 threaded
hardware
Finish: Black DuraFlex coating
(white or custom color
optional)
Grilles: Black powder coated zinc
treated 16 gauge perforated steel grille with foam
backing (white or custom
color optional)
Input Connector: 2x NL8 Neutrik Speakon
Wiring: 3 parallel-wired driver
pairs; wired to NL8 connector as follows: top
2+/-; middle 3+/-; bottom
4+/4-
Dimensions (H x W x D): 39 in x 24.5 in x 15 in
991 mm x 622 mm x
381 mm
Net Weight: 189.5 lb, 86.1 kg
1 Sensitivity is based on a swept test signal with an input of 1 Watt at rated impedance,
measured in half-space.
Dimensions
15
(381)
Top
24.5 (622)
39
(991)
Side
Front
Dimensions
in inches (mm)
Bottom
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