SECTION 6: DEPLOYING THE SYSTEM
The VRX932LAP/VRX918SP are flexible speaker systems that can be deployed in ground-supported or
suspended applications. The following information will help you set up your VRX932LAP/VRX918SP system
safely and effectively.
POLE AND TRIPOD SAFETY WARNINGS!
When using stands or poles, be sure to observe the following precautions:
• Check the stand or pole specification to be certain the device is designed to support the weight of
the speaker. Observe all safety precautions specified by the manufacturer.
• Be certain that the surface on which the system is to be stacked is flat, stable and solid.
• Route cables so that performers, production crew, and audience will not trip and topple the speakers.
• Inspect the stand (or pole and associated hardware) before each use and do not use equipment with
worn, damaged, or missing parts.
• Do not attempt to place more than two VRX932LAP loudspeakers on a stand or pole.
• When mounting two VRX932LAP speakers on a pole or tripod, integral rigging hardware
must be used to secure the speakers to each other.
• Always be cautious when deploying the system outdoors. Unexpected winds may topple a system.
It may be necessary to place additional weight (i.e. sandbags) on the base of the stand to improve
stability. Avoid attaching banners or similar items to any part of a speaker system. Such attachments
could act as a sail and topple the system.
• Unless you are confident that you can handle the weight of the speaker, ask another person to help
you get it onto the tripod stand or pole.
• One or two VRX932LAP cabinets may be mounted onto either a JBL SS2-BK tripod stand or with
the SS4-BK adjustable pole mount to their companion VRX918SP subwoofers.
Do not mount
VRX932LAP cabinets on top of the compact VRX915S subwoofer!
SINGLE VRX932LAP
A single VRX932LAP may be used on a tripod stand (JBL SS2-BK) or
on a pole (JBL SS4-BK) over its companion subwoofer the VRX918SP.
The use of a subwoofer is recommended for applications requiring
more low-frequency power and extension. Usually, the Array
Configuration Selector (ACS) switches on the input panel should be
set to the “Short Throw (-3 dB)” position when a single speaker is used.
The VRX932LAP includes a dual angle 36 mm pole mount socket. By
selecting the appropriate pole socket and adjusting the height of the
tripod or pole, optimum coverage may be achieved. Ideally, the
audience should not be able to see either the bottom or the top
surfaces of the speaker. This will ensure that all listeners are within
the “included coverage angle” of the loudspeaker. The rear
pole-socket will position the speaker with the baffle 2.5° to the floor
while the forward socket will position the speaker with the baffle
angled down by 15°. System illustration shows the available JBL
SS2-BK tripod stand.
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