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INTRODUCTION TO THE
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Thank you for choosing the JBL PRX800W Series self-powered PA loudspeakers. The PRX800W Series
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from the ground up to perform in the real world of sound reinforcement, where challenging audio environments,
high ambient noise levels and loud volumes are the norm. And we’ve built these speakers to last a lifetime using
tour-tested technology that’s reliable and trustworthy. Knowing you can rely on your system to deliver everything
you need gives you the freedom to deliver your best. That’s performance you can trust. With the PRX800W
Series, as always, JBL delivers with precision and care. Properly maintained, your PRX800W Series speaker will
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we encourage you to review this user’s guide completely before hooking up your new system.
The PRX800W Series is a platform technology that allows you to create the system you need from an intelligent
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Whether you need a single speaker on a stand for public address situations, a full-range stereo setup with two
top cabinets and a sub-woofer for live performance or DJ applications, or multiple cabinets for a scalable, highly
professional sound reinforcement situation, the PRX800W Series offers the solution. In fact, you can even
suspend any of the top cabinets for use in a commercial installation or House of Worship. If versatility, scalability,
portability and affordability are what you’re looking for in a system, PRX800Ws are the intelligent choice.
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18mm, strong, lightweight poplar plywood made structurally sound with tongue and groove joints. All PRX800W
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suspension points are constructed from 14 gauge steel, and the M10 suspension points have been tested with a
yield-strength of 1000 lbs. each.
Differential Drive Transducers
Extended frequency response, high power output and low distortion are hallmarks of all JBL transducers.
Our tour-tested, tour-proven and patented Differential Drive® technology delivers all this performance in a
dramatically lighter package than traditional transducer designs.
Built-In WI-FI Control
All PRX800W models can be managed and controlled via our PRX Connect application. Run your entire show
from your tablet without having to go to each speaker before or during the show. Added EQ and delay settings
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“WI-FI SETUP” on page 18
for information on using WI-FI
control.
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