JBL Application Engineered Series Application Manual

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-43-WEATHER RESISTANT Configurations for AE and PD SeriesJBL offers two standard levels of weather resistance for AE and PD Series loudspeakers. WRC is for outdoorplacement where the loudspeaker will be sheltered from direct exposure to the elements. WRX is for directexposure or extreme environments, such as tropical or beach, or in areas with salt air, with extreme highhumidity or rapid changes in temperature.Model Numbering – WR designation is a suffix to the standard model number.For example, AM4215/95-WRC or AM4215/95-WRX.-WRC -WRXCovered/ProtectedOutdoorDirect Exposure orExtreme EnvironmentIP55 per IEC 529 IP56 per IEC 529ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGSENCLOSURECovering Exterior Cabinet: 0.060” (1.5mm)thick DuraFlex coatingInterior Cabinet: Wood sealerExterior Cabinet: Fiberglass, allcorners wrapped for maximumstructural reinforcementInterior Cabinet: Gelcoat sealedDimensions AE Series WRC/WRX are LARGER than standard AE Series cabinets.Standard AE Series brackets do NOT fit these cabinets. Contact JBLProfessional for dimensional information. PD 5000 Series WRC/WRXdimensions are the same as standard versions.Color LIGHT GRAY, similar to RAL 7035 and Pantone PMS428CHorn Orientation Rotating the horn in the field can be difficult. Horn is default oriented withwider horizontal coverage than vertical coverage in the vertical cabinetorientation. To order with horn rotated, add “-H” (Ex: AM4215/95-WRX-H)Enclosure Exterior grade plywood, exterior grade glues, fully captive baffleHardware Stainless steel and heavily zinc-plated hardware throughoutGRILLEShape Flat frontGrille Material Perforated stainless steel, vinyl dipped, light grayGrille Backing Black open cell foam over fine gauge stainless steel meshINPUT & NETWORKInput Connection & Cable Sealed glan nut, permanently attached 20 ft (6 m) captive cable,unterminated. Cable rated for permanent outdoor installation: UV, ozone &water resistant.Network Mode Comes in the “most passive” mode (unless ordered otherwise): bi-amp onnormally bi-amp/tri-amp models (i.e., AM63xx models), full passive onnormally passive/bi-amp models. On multi-driver LF and subwoofer systemseach driver is wired independently. Mode is NOT re-configurable in the field.Other powering modes are available, contact JBL for options.COMPONENT TREATMENTDriver Treatment Cones treated for water resistance, metal parts urethane-coatedNetwork Treatment Conformal urethane-coatingDelivery – WRC and WRX are Build-to-Order products and not stocked. Lead time (from when the order is cleared by JBL Credit Dept toshipment from JBL factory) is typically 4 to 6 weeks.Custom Extra-Cost Options:• Longer input cable, special cable types.• AE-style connector input plate (barrier strip terminals) with sealed cover plate (selectable network mode).• Custom colors (dark colors to be avoided if installed in warm climates or areas with direct exposure to sun).