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6.3.5 JFL118 Arrays

a. Using a 6mm Allen wrench, remove two (2) flat head 

screws from the top panel of the uppermost array 
enclosure. These screws are immediately adjacent to the
side Rigging Tubes – see Figure to the right. Do not re
move the screw adjacent to the single rear Rigging Tube.

b. Thread two (2) user-supplied M10 x 1.5 x 38 mm forged 

shoulder eyebolts through the exposed mounting points, 
making sure the eyebolt shoulders are firmly seated 
against the enclosure. Orient each eyebolt so that the load
will be applied within the plane of the eye.

c. Attach the hoist mechanism and cables to the eyebolts 

with user-supplied Screw Pin Anchor Shackles. Minimum 
allowable Shackle size is 0.75 T,  9 mm / 0.31 in.

d. Hoist the array such that the bottom array enclosure is set

to a comfortable working height.

e. Using a 6mm Allen wrench, remove the flat head screw 

adjacent to the single rear Rigging Tube from the bottom 
panel of the lowest array enclosure – see Figure to right. 

f.

Thread one (1) user-supplied M10 x 1.5 x 38 mm forged shoulder eyebolt through the ex
posed mounting point, again making sure the eyebolt shoulder is firmly seated against the
enclosure. Orient the eyebolt so that the load will be applied within the plane of the eye.

g. Attach the pull back mechanism and cable to the eyebolt with a user-supplied Screw Pin 

Anchor Shackle. Minimum allowable Shackle size is 0.75 T, 9 mm / 0.31 in.

h. Choose a target array tilt angle as guided by EAW Resolution. Hoist the array to its 

desired trim height using the front point. Once trim is achieved, use the rear point to set 
the array tilt angle. See Section 6.3.7 “Setting Array Tilt Angle” below for guidance.

6.3.6 Mixed JFL213 & JFL118 Arrays

Combinations of JFL213 and JFL118 Loudspeakers may be suspended in the same array.
When doing so JFL118s are always suspended above JFL213s.

a. Follow Steps a through d in Section 6.3.5 to first suspend JFL118 loudspeakers.
b. Join JFL213 loudspeakers to suspended JFL118 loudspeakers.
c. Follow Steps e through g in Section 6.3.4 to attach the array pull back mechanism.
d. Choose a target array tilt angle as guided by EAW Resolution. Hoist the array to its 

desired trim height using the front point. Once trim is achieved, use the rear point to set 
the array tilt angle. See Section 6.3.7 “Setting Array Tilt Angle” below for guidance.

6.3.7 Setting Array Tilt Angle

Normally the easiest method to determine array tilt angle is to use a clinometer such as the
simple, bubble-type angle finder, similar to that shown here. More fancy,
albeit more expensive, electronic clinometers can also be used.

Place the angle finder against the grille of the uppermost array enclo-
sure that can be physically reached. Adjust the angle of the entire array
so that the face of this enclosure is set at its prescribed aiming angle
given in the EAW Resolution. 

Summary of Contents for JFL118

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL JFL213 JFL118 LOUDSPEAKERS ...

Page 2: ...2 JFL213 and JFL118 Loudspeakers ...

Page 3: ...4 2 JFL213 HF Shading Bi Amp Mode 8 5 5 AMPLIFIER POWER REQUIREMENTS 8 5 5 1 Power Ratings 9 5 6 INPUT CONNECTIONS 9 5 6 1 JFL213 Input Connections 9 5 6 1 1 Single amp Mode 9 5 6 1 2 Bi amp Mode 10 5 6 2 JFL118 Connections 10 6 RIGGING HANDLING 10 6 1 RIGGING OVERVIEW 11 6 2 RIGGING WARNINGS 11 6 3 PERMANENT INSTALLATION SUSPENSION 11 6 3 1 PI Array Working Load Limit WLL 11 6 3 2 A Note On Eyebo...

Page 4: ... are conflicts or overlaps the information in this manual supersedes the information in any accompanying manual 1 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The terms CAUTION WARNING and DANGER are used throughout this manual to alert the reader to important safety considerations If you have any questions about any aspects of these precautions contact your local dealer distributor or EAW The following are the descrip t...

Page 5: ...CKING 3 1 CONTENTS JFL213 1 JFL213 Loudspeaker 2 QRP JFL Quick Release Pins 1 JFL213 JFL118 Loudspeaker Owner s Manual 1 FB221 Rigging Ground Stack Instructions 1 EAW Loudspeaker Owner s Manual JFL118 1 JFL118 Subwoofer 3 QRP JFL Quick Release Pins 1 JFL213 JFL118 Loudspeaker Owner s Manual 1 FB221 Rigging Ground Stack Instructions 1 EAW Loudspeaker Owner s Manual 4 JFL213 ARRAY DESIGN 4 1 EAW RES...

Page 6: ... adequate stability See the FB221 Rigging Ground Stack Instructions for correct array assembly Mechanical assistance may be required to lift and position enclosures for arrays taller than approx 1 5m 5 feet 4 3 SUBWOOFERS IN THE ARRAY 4 3 1 General Considerations Although the low frequency performance of JFL Series arrays allows them to be used without subwoofers for some events subwoofers will no...

Page 7: ...Series system involves 1 Understanding the principles on which it operates 2 Knowing how to electronically configure it for a specific task 5 2 ENGINEERING DESIGN EAW Resolution software uses the fixed splay angle of the enclosure and the desired coverage pattern to determine the quantity of enclosures in the array that will optimize coverage for the audience distances and angles within the venue ...

Page 8: ...tely 1 m 20 m 3 ft 66 ft Long Throw This switch position provides an HF character that is suitable for use with multiple JFL213s in an array in long throw applications approx 20 30 m 66 ft 98 ft Using this switch position maintains tonal balance at long distances by adding com pensation to those frequencies that suffer attenuation due to air loss In an array where some JFL213s are being used for s...

Page 9: ... voltage limit for the loudspeaker is then determined based on the test results and on the trans ducer s application in the loudspeaker The powers listed in the table are calculated as the square of the rms voltage limit divided by the sub system s nominal impedance Z in ohms 5 6 INPUT CONNECTIONS JFL213 and JFL118 loudspeakers utilize Neutrik Speakon STX Series connectors The STX Series all metal...

Page 10: ...uent JFL118 Note that a high passed signal carried on pins 2 of the input connectors is looped to pins 1 of the output connector without affecting the operation of the JFL118 SUB OUTPUT PANEL NL4 x1 NL4 3 Use as a loop through high passed connection to JFL213 JFL210 or other loudspeakers 6 RIGGING HANDLING JFL Series arrays may be suspended via M10 mounting points or the accessory FB221 Fly Bar gr...

Page 11: ...implement the requirements for overhead rigging Only persons with the knowledge of proper hardware and safe rigging techniques should attempt to suspend JFL213 or JFL210 Series arrays overhead Failure to follow these precautions may result in damage to the equip ment injury or death DANGER When suspending or stacking JFL213 or JFL210s and JFL118s avoid placing any parts of the body between the enc...

Page 12: ...nd Stack Instructions 6 3 4 JFL213 Arrays a Using a 6 mmAllen wrench remove the two 2 flat head screws from the top panel of the uppermost array enclosure These screws are im mediately adjacent to the side Rigging Tubes see Figure to right b Thread two 2 user supplied M10 x 1 5 x 38 mm forged shoulder eyebolts through the exposed mounting points making sure the eye bolt shoulders are firmly seated...

Page 13: ...a user supplied Screw Pin Anchor Shackle Minimum allowable Shackle size is 0 75 T 9 mm 0 31 in h Choose a target array tilt angle as guided by EAW Resolution Hoist the array to its desired trim height using the front point Once trim is achieved use the rear point to set the array tilt angle See Section 6 3 7 Setting Array Tilt Angle below for guidance 6 3 6 Mixed JFL213 JFL118 Arrays Combinations ...

Page 14: ...as de scribed in Section 6 4 1 Tripod Mounting The pole may be a fixed length or height ad justable In either case it must be rated to sup port minimum 60 kg 132 lb EAW s model SPM100 height adjustable pole is an ideal companion see right hand Figure A primary Quick Release Pin and secondary clamp mechanism is used to set JFL213 height To use a Stack up to two 2 JFL118 loudspeakers on a level stab...

Page 15: ...TS REPLACEMENT KITS In the event a JFL Series loudspeaker requires field service a number of Parts Replacement Kits are available through the EAW Service Department These include but are not limited to LF Woofer HF Diaphragm Left Right Rigging Assemblies Quick Release Pin w Lanyard Input Panel Assembly Passive Crossovers Grilles HF Horn Please see the JFL213 Loudspeaker Replacement Kit Instruction...

Page 16: ...plication Support Group One Main Street Whitinsville MA 01588 tel 800 992 5013 508 234 6158 fax 508 234 8251 web www eaw com e mail asg eaw com EAW is the worldwide technological and market leader in the design and manufacture of high performance professional loudspeaker systems 2040472 A April 2013 ...

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