JBL CBT 100LA-1 Line Array Column Loudspeaker w/ 16 x 2-Inch Drivers - White

About: JBL CBT 100LA-1 Line Array Column Loudspeaker w/ 16 x 2-Inch Drivers - White

The CBT 100LA-1, with Constant Beamwidth Technology, represents a breakthrough in pattern control consistency, utilizing complex analog delay beam-forming and amplitude tapering to accomplish superior, consistent vertical coverage without the narrow vertical beaming and out-of-coverage lobing that are typical of straight form-factor column speakers.

The slim, compact design fits well into virtually any architectural decor. The 100 cm (39.4 in) tall line array height provides consistent pattern control throughout the intelligibility band, making the CBT 100LA-1 ideal for difficult acoustic environments. The combination of superior sound quality, excellent pattern control, and compact design makes CBT 100LA-1 ideal for applications such as lecture halls, transit centers, conference rooms, cathedrals, multipurpose spaces, architectural spaces, and in-wall recessed locations, among many others.

The innovative coverage adjustability allows switching between broad and narrow vertical coverage settings to allow matching the coverage and throw requirements of the application. Coverage can be easily switched in-venue with the speaker already installed. This innovation allows a single loudspeaker model to excel in an extremely wide variety of project types.

The voicing can be set to match the application through the Music/Speech switch. The Music setting provides flat frequency response, while the Speech setting produces a mid-range presence boost to provide clear, intelligible speech even at the longest throw distances.

The drivers feature dual neodymium magnets for light weight. Copper capped pole pieces lower both the driver inductance and the flux modulation, resulting in increased high frequency extension and reduced distortion at high drive levels. Butyl rubber surrounds provide long life even in high humidity environments. The drivers are shielded.

Dynamic SonicGuard minimizes distortion at high drive levels by limiting low frequency excursion dynamically. This maximizes clarity at high drive levels while protecting the drivers from damage due to overpowering.

A swivel (pan)/tilt wall-mount bracket is included, plus eighteen M6 inserts on the back panel fit the spacing of common third-party mounting brackets, or can be utilized to suspend the speaker using forged shoulder steel eyebolts, providing installation versatility.

CBT 100LA-1 can be installed either indoors or outdoors. The drivers are weather-treated, the fiberglass reinforced ABS cabinet is excellent for outdoor applications, external screws are stainless steel screws, and the painted aluminum grille resists rusting in the harshest conditions.

Features

• Patent-pending Constant Beamwidth Technology provides constant directivity up to the highest frequencies and reduces out-of-coverage lobing.
• Vertical pattern coverage switchable between 40° for medium-throw coverage and 15° for long-throw applications.
• Switchable voicing provides flat response in music mode or mid-range presence peak in speech mode.
• Dynamic SonicGuard overload protection
• Swivel (pan)/tilt wall bracket included.
• Built-in 70V/100V transformer, plus 8 ohm direct capability.

Specifications

• Drivers -  Sixteen 50 mm (2 in) Full-Range
• Frequency Range (-10dB) -  80 Hz – 20 kHz
• Coverage Angle 
  • Vertical: Switchable
    • Narrow Mode: 15° (±10°)
    • Broad Mode: 40° (±10°)
  • Horizontal: 150°(±20°)
• Sensitivity
  • Narrow:
    • (speech mode) 96 dB (2 kHz - 14 kHz )
    • (music mode) 93 dB (300 Hz - 18 kHz)
  • Broad:
    • (speech mode) 93 dB (2 kHz - 14 kHz)
    • (music mode) 90 dB (300 Hz - 18 kHz)
• Impedance -  8 ohms (in Thru mode)
• Power Rating
  • 325 W (1300W peak), 2 hrs
  • 200 W (800W peak), 100 hrs
• Maximum SPL (1m)
  • Narrow: (speech mode) 121 dB cont ave (127 peak) (music mode) 118 dB cont ave (124 peak)
  • Broad: (speech mode) 118 dB cont ave (124 peak) (music mode) 115 dB cont ave (121 peak)
• Transformer Taps -  120W, 60W, 30W (15W at 70V only), and 8Ω thru, via switch
• Enclosure -  Fiberglass reinforced ABS cabinet, painted aluminum grille
• Outdoor Capability -  IP-55 rated, per IEC529, when installed with optional MTC-PC2 panel cover. UV, moisture and 200-hr ASTM G85 acid-air/salt-spray resistant.
• Color -  Black or White (-WH)
• Insert Points -  18 M6 insert points on back panel.
• Mounting Included swivel (pan)/tilt wall bracket provides continuously variable +/-80 degree left-right swivel aiming (at no up/down tilt -- see Bracket Guide for maximum swivel range at various up/down tilt angles), continuously adjustable ±15 degree tilt, as well as 5 degree fixed increment points. Eighteen threaded mounting points located on back panel conform to industry standard rectangular 108 x 51 mm (4.25 x 2.0 in) pattern for OmniMount 30.0 and other compatible third-party brackets. Threaded mounting points can be utilized for suspension.
• Optional Accessories
  • MTC-PC2 terminal panel cover,
  • MTC-CBT-FM1 flush-mount low-profile wall-mount bracket,
  • MTC-CBT-SMB1 Stand-Mount Bracket for use with 35 mm speaker stand
• Included Accessories -  Swivel (pan) / tilt wall bracket
• Dimensions (HxWxD) -  39.37 x 3.88 x 6 inch (1000 x 98.5 x 153 mm)
• Net Weight -  15.8 lb (7.2 kg)