JBL AC26 AE Series Array Guide - Page 3

Introduction This edition of the Array Application Guide focuses on how Application Engineered TM Series loudspeakers can provide the building blocks to construct arrays that will offer exceptional coverage in a wide range of room sizes and applications. The arrays in this guide, as in earlier editions, are categorized by configuration and orientation. These configurations help emphasize the versatility of the AE Series loudspeakers as the arrays are upgraded in terms of power handling and pattern control. General performance information including frequency range, nominal coverage, SPL capability, size, and weight are provided for each array. Several of the arrays utilize the available PAF Planar Array Frame hardware for use when applications call for overhead suspension. A further description of this hardware can be found in the JBL publication: AE Series Bracket and Array Frame Handbook available on the JBL Professional website. The AM4212, AM4215 and AM6212 and AM6215 mid and high-power models have been replaced by the new AM5212, AM5215 and AM7212 and AM7215 Series models. These new models feature identical enclosure dimensions but offer two additional horn patterns - 60o x 60o and 120o x 60o - for additional flexibility in addressing your design challenges. With the addition of the newer generation Differential Drive® woofers additional weight reductions are also realized; up to 33lbs (15kgs) on some of the larger arrays. The AM4315/64, AM4315/95, AM6315/64 and AM6315/95 have been replaced by the AM7315/64 and AM7315/95. The AM4200/64, AM4200/95, AM6200/64 and AM6200/95 have been replaced by the AM7200/64 and AM7200/95. The AM6340/64 and AM6340/95 have been discontinued. The AL6115 is replaced by the AL7115 and the AL6125 has been discontinued. The AE Compact Series products, new to the JBL Pro line since the last edition, can easily be integrated into larger AE Series system designs to address areas such as under balcony, front stage lip fill, rear delay zones and other audience zones where a larger AE Series enclosure is not required. Additional information can be found on the JBL Professional website under Installed Sound Products. Also new to the AE family are five additional AE Series subwoofer enclosures. These models include ultra compact 12" and 15" models, a dual 15" model, and two high-output 18" models in both single and dual component models. These new enclosures feature side rigging points at both the front and rear of the enclosure to facilitate easy enclosure suspension when configuring vertical arrays or rear firing elements in a flown cardioid subwoofer arrangement. Additional notes on cardioid subwoofer set-up can be found in the 'Array Tips' section. This easy and proven method of arranging subwoofer enclosures will assist the designer in minimizing rear projected on-stage levels and controlling low frequencies throughout the room. Although each room and project has its own demanding set of circumstances, we hope this Array Guide provides an outline for understanding the wide variety of effective solutions that are possible with the AE Series of JBL Professional loudspeakers. 3