JBL SP215-9 User Manual

SP215-9 Two-Way Full Range

Loudspeaker System For

Permanent Installation

Sound Power Series

Key Features:

cVGC (Vented Gap CooledTM) LF transducer

cOpt Apt HF horn with 1.5" exit compression driver

cTrapezoidal enclosure for easy cluster arrangements

cDuraFlex finish, tough, weather resistant and paintable

cInternal tamper resistant Bi-Amped/Passive selector

c12 Suspension points (M10 Thread)

cAdvanced Network Topologies for smooth power response and stable amplifier loading

The model SP215-9 is a true, full range system that provides unprecedented bandwidth and maximum SPL in a single system package. With nominal 90° coverage pattern, systems can be splayed together for additional coverage and/or SPL requirements. The powerful 15" VGC (Vented Gap CooledTM) LF transducer provides powerful transient bass. The proven Optimized ApertureTM HF horn coupled to a 2447J, 1.5" exit compression driver delivers a precise, clear and controlled high frequency response.

The SP215-9 is equipped with a passive crossover that can be switched to bi-amplified use via an easily accessible internal tamper resistant selector. Bi-amplified mode, utilizing the DSC260 digital controller for crossover, signal alignment, and equalization functions, provides optimum system performance.

The SP215-9 is part of the JBL Sound Power Series, a family of modular loudspeaker systems designed for fixed installation applications ranging from speech reinforcement to large scale music productions. All models are fitted with suspension points that accept M10 threads. The enclosures are finished with a hard wearing, weather resistant, textured finish DuraFlex. Premium 13 ply wood and an 18 gauge steel, foam-backed grille enable Sound Power systems to comply with environment test specifications.

Components:

The SP215-9 utilizes one of JBL’s finest cone transducers, the 2226H. The 15" 2226H is part of JBL’s family of Vented Gap Cooled woofers and carries an AES power rating of 600 watts with minimal power compression. The cone has been treated for weather resistance.

The 38mm (1.5 in) exit 2447J large format compression driver is coupled to an Optimized Aperture Bi-Radial® horn providing smooth even coverage. The Optimized Aperture horn provides lower throat distortion than its earlier predecessors while extending frequency response to nearly 20 kHz.

Specifications:

System:

Freq. Range (-10 dB): 33 Hz - 20 kHz

Freq. Response (-3 dB): 42 Hz - 18 kHz

Horz. Coverage Angle (-6 dB): 95° averaged 500 Hz to 16 kHz

Vert. Coverage Angle (-6 dB): 60° averaged 500 Hz to 16 kHz

Directivity Factor (Q): 10.0 averaged 500 Hz to 16 kHz

Directivity Index (DI): 10.0 averaged 500 Hz to 16 kHz

System Sensitivity1: 97 dB, 1 W @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

Rated Maximum SPL: 131 dB, @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

System Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

System Input Power Rating2: 600 W, IEC; 2400 W Peak

Recommended Amplifier3: 800 W

Recommended Controller: DSC260

Passive Crossover: 1.2 kHz

Transducers:

Low Frequency: 2226H, 380 mm (15 in) dia., 100 mm (4 in) edgewound ribbon voice coil

Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms

Input Power Rating: 600 W, AES; 2400 W Peak

Sensitivity1: 97 dB, 1 W, @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

Calculated Maximum SPL: 131 dB, @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

Recommended Amplifier3: 800 W

High Frequency: 2447J; 100 mm (4") diaphragm and voice coil dia., 76 mm (1.5") throat dia.

Nominal Impedance: 16 Ohms

Input Power Rating: 75 W, AES; 300 W Peak

Sensitivity1: 111 dB, 1 W, @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

Calculated Maximum SPL: 136 dB, @ 1 m (3.3 ft)

Recommended Amplifier3: 200 W

Physical:

Enclosure: Trapezoidal, 22.5° side angles, birch plywood

Environmental Specifications: Mil-Std 810, IPX4 per IEC 529

Suspension Attachment: 12 points; accepts M10 threaded hardware

Finish: Black DuraFlex coating

Grille: Black powder coated zinc treated 18 gauge perforated steel grille with foam backing

Input Connectors: 2 x NL4 Neutrik Speakon connectors

Dimensions: 737 mm x 451 mm x 451 mm (29.00 in x 17.75 in x 17.75 in)

Net Weight: 38.1 kg (84 lbs.)

1Measured on axis in the far field with 1 watt (2.83 V RMS, 8 ohms) input and referenced to 1 meter distance using the inverse square law. Listed sound pressure represents an average from 300 Hz to 16 kHz.

2IEC Spectrum for 2 hours with +6 dB crest factor.

3Recommended Amplifier is a power capability value that should be taken as a guide.

JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. New materials, production methods, and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated.

c SP215-9 2 way System

Frequency Response is measured on-axis at a distance
referenced to 1 m @ 1 watt (2.83 Vrms) input, shown as
a half-space (2p) environment.	Horizontal Off Axis Frequency Response

Beamwidth vs. Frequency

Vertical Off Axis Frequency Response (up)

Directivity vs. Frequency

Vertical Off Axis Frequency Response (down)