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OPERATION MANUAL
OPERATION MANUAL
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Thank you for buying this JB Systems
Thank you for buying this JB Systems
product. To take full advantage of all possibilities, please read these
product. To take full advantage of all possibilities, please read these
operating instructions very carefully.
FEATURES
This unit is radio-interference suppressed. This
interference suppressed. This appliance meets the requirements of the current European
and national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have
and national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have
and national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have
been deposited by the manufacturer.
been deposited by the manufacturer.
Class-D amplifier module for installation inside PL
D amplifier module for installation inside PL-series plastic speakers
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Very easy installation inside JB Systems
Very easy installation inside JB Systems
passive PL-series (version 2009)
High output power:
APL12: 190Wrms @ 8ohm ~ 300Wrms @ 4ohm
APL12: 190Wrms @ 8ohm ~ 300Wrms @ 4ohm
APL15: 300Wrms @ 8ohm ~ 450Wrms @ 4ohm
APL15: 300Wrms @ 8ohm ~ 450Wrms @ 4ohm
Treble/bass tone controls + master volume.
Treble/bass tone controls + master volume.
Balanced / unbalanced microphone input (jack + XLR) with volume control
hone input (jack + XLR) with volume control
Balanced / unbalanced line input/output (XLR) with volume control.
Balanced / unbalanced line input/output (XLR) with volume control.
Speakon output for optional passive
Speakon output for optional passive 8ohm cabinet.
IEC input mains connector with integrated switch.
connector with integrated switch.
BEFORE USE
Before you start using this unit, please check if there's no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
please check if there's no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
please check if there's no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
not use the device and consult your dealer first.
not use the device and consult your dealer first.
Important: This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
for the user to strictly follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
y follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
y follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
by mishandling is not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting
not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting
not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting
defects or problems caused by disregarding this user manual.
defects or problems caused by disregarding this user manual.
Keep this booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
is booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
is booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
manual.
To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
Check the contents:
Check that the carton contains the following items:
the following items:
User manual
APL-amplifier module
Power cable
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
CAUTION
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
use or the presence of un
use or the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operation and maintenance (servic
of important operation and maintenance (servic ing) instructions in the literature accompanying
this appliance.
This symbol means: indoor use only
This symbol means: indoor use only
This symbol means: Read instructions
This symbol means: Read instructions
This symbol means: Safety Class I appliance
This symbol means: Safety Class I appliance
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meets the requirements of the current European
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the top cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
qualified service personnel only.
ing) instructions in the literature accompanying
APL-AMPLIFIER MODULES
AMPLIFIER MODULES
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures when
bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from working at full
performance or may even cause damages.
This unit is for indoor use only.
Don't place metal objects or spill liquid inside the unit. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on this appliance. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign object enters the unit,
immediately disconnect the mains power.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the appliance.
Prevent use in dusty environments and clean the unit regularly.
Keep the unit away from children.
Inexperienced persons should not operate this device.
Maximum save ambient temperature is 40°C. Don't use this unit at higher ambient temperatures.
Always unplug the unit when it is not used for a longer time or before you start servicing.
The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations for
electrical and mechanical safety in your country.
Check that the available voltage is not higher than the one stated on the rear panel of the unit.
The socket inlet shall remain operable for disconnection from the mains.
The power cord should always be in perfect condition. Switch the unit immediately off when the power
cord is squashed or damaged. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables!
When the power switch is in OFF position, this unit is not completely disconnected from the mains!
This appliance must be earthed to in order comply with safety regulations.
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the cover. Apart from the mains fuse there are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Never repair a fuse or bypass the fuse holder. Always replace a damaged fuse with a fuse of the same
type and electrical specifications!
In the event of serious operating problems, stop using the appliance and contact your dealer immediately.
Please use the original packing when the device is to be transported.
Due to safety reasons it is prohibited to make unauthorized modifications to the unit.
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE:
Clean by wiping with a polished cloth slightly dipped with water. Avoid getting water inside the unit. Do not
use volatile liquids such as benzene or thinner which will damage the unit.
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
Check if your PL-speaker is already prepared for use with the new APL-amplifier modules. The serial
number should be:
PL12: serial number bigger than "09041681"
PL15: serial number bigger than "09021441"
If you have an older cabinet, installation is quite complicated and should only be considered if you are a well
skilled person for the job. The installation inside older cabinets is not explained!
If your PL-speaker cabinet is prepared for easy installation of the APL-modules than please proceed with
the installation as described below:
A. Unplug the passive PL-cabinet from the
amplifier and unscrew the 8 screws that
keep the metal connector plate in place.
B. Keep the screws for later and remove the
connector plate: on the back you will notice
a special connector.
C. To disconnect the special connector, press
the connector lock and separate the two
connectors. Remove the original connector
plate and put the APL-amplifier module in
place.
D. The
amplifier
module
uses
the
same
connector as the original connector plate:
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