JBL COL800Slim Surface Mount Column Speaker Installation Guide

JBL COL800Slim Surface Mount Column Speaker Installation Guide

Included Hardware (not to scale)

3 pieces M6 x 12 mm bolts with flat washers & lock washers
3 pieces M6 x 20 mm bolts with flat washers & lock washers
3 pieces M6 x 28 mm bolts with flat washers & lock washers
(Note: Flat washers & lock washers are captive on the bolts. One additional of each bolt is provided for backup.)
4 mm hex key

2-part Low-Profile Swivel (Pan) / Tilt WALL BRACKET ASSEMBLY Consists of:

• SPEAKER-SIDE of Bracket
• WALL-SIDE of Bracket
• Decorative Trim piece for WALL-SIDE BRACKET (not shown)
  

2 pieces L-BRACKETS

TRIM COVER (for WALL BRACKET ASSEMBLY)

Important Safety Instructions

1. Please read and keep all safety and user instructions.
2. This product is intended for installation by professional installers only! This document is intended to provide professional installers with basic installation and safety guidelines for this product in typical fixed-installation systems. Please read this document and all safety warnings before attempting installation. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to authorized service centers, installers, technicians, dealers or distributors. To contact Harman Professional or to find a dealer or distributor near you, visit https://www.jblpro.com.
3. The products must be installed in accordance with local, state, federal and industry regulations. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure installation of the loudspeakers and mounting system is performed in accordance with all applicable codes, including local building codes and regulations. Consult the local authority having jurisdiction before installing this product.
4. Unsafe mounting or overhead suspension of any heavy load can result in serious injury or death, and property damage. It is the installer’s responsibility to evaluate the reliability of any mounting method used for their application. Only  professional installers with the knowledge of proper hardware and safe mounting techniques should attempt to install any loudspeaker overhead.
5. Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
6. Only use the mounting hardware supplied with this product.
7. Do not mount on surfaces that are not sturdy, or that have hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wiring or plumbing. If you are not sure about installing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer. Ensure the bracket is installed according to local building codes.
8. Do not use hydrocarbon based solvents, lubricants or cleaning agents of any type on or around this speaker, and associated mounting hardware, during installation. The use of such hydrocarbon based lubricants, solvents or cleaning agents on or around the mounting anchors and screws can lead to degradation of the plastic material, possibly resulting in cracking and premature failure of the product.
9. Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
10. The loudspeaker and all mounting components must be inspected annually by a qualified professional who is trained and certified in suspending loudspeaker systems. All rigging parts and components used in the suspension of the loudspeaker system should be visually inspected for signs of cracking, bending, water damage, corrosion, de-lamination, or any other condition that could compromise the system’s integrity and create a dangerous falling hazard.
11. Prolonged exposure to excessive SPL can cause hearing damage! The loudspeaker is easily capable of generating sound pressure levels (SPL) sufficient to cause permanent hearing damage to performers, production crew, and audience members. Caution should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to SPL in excess of 90 dB.

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WARNING: No naked flame sources – such as lighted candles – should be placed on the product.

CAUTION: To be installed by instructed, or skilled, persons only.

Regulatory Information

This product conforms to all applicable EU directive requirements. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.jblpro.com

This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: https://www.jblpro.com

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CAUTION: Installation must be done by skilled persons using safe installation standards.

OPTION A: WALL SURFACE MOUNTING VIA INCLUDED SWIVEL/TILT WALL BRACKET

Note that the BRACKET ASSEMBLY consists of a SPEAKER-SIDE and a WALL-SIDE.

Mounting WALL-SIDE BRACKET:

Run the wiring from the power amplifier to the location desired for mounting the JBL COL loudspeaker.

Secure WALL-SIDE BRACKET to wall using the appropriate installer-selected attachment hardware, and using a level to ensure that the WALL-SIDE BRACKET is straight. Use both screw holes of WALL-SIDE BRACKET. Be sure that the TILT-SET SLOT is at the top and HOOK SLOT is at the bottom. After attaching to the wall, slide plastic TRIM COVER over bracket and snug to wall.

Hardware for attaching WALL SIDE of Bracket to wall is not included. The installer is responsible for proper selection and use of mounting hardware and for properly and safely securing the bracket to the wall material.

Mounting SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET to COL speaker:

Identify the COL speaker’s two back panel mounting points, labeled on the back panel as “WALL BRACKET POINTS”. Remove the silicone caps from those points, exposing the threaded inserts.

Attach the 2-part SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET to COL speaker using two M6 x 20 mm bolts (with flat washers and lock washers). Recommended –– 3.5 N•m [+0.5/-0] (2.6 ft-lb [+0.4/-0]).

WALL BRACKET POINTS (M6) are labeled on the back of the speaker

Connecting SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET to WALL-SIDE BRACKET to form SWIVEL/TILT BRACKET ASSEMBLY:

After sliding TRIM COVER onto WALL-SIDE BRACKET, loosely thread one of the M6 x 12 mm bolts (with flat washer and lock washer) into the bottom PIVOT hole of the SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET. This bolt becomes the PIVOT BOLT.

Slide COL speaker (with SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET attached) onto the WALL-SIDE BRACKET, sliding the PIVOT BOLT into the HOOK SLOT of the WALL-SIDE BRACKET. Make sure the flat washer and lock washer are on the same side of the WALL- SIDE BRACKET as the bolt’s head (and aren’t caught between the two brackets).

After the column is being held in place by the PIVOT BOLT, insert the other M6 x 12 mm bolt (with flat washer and lock washer) through the TILT-SET SLOT and thread it into the press-fit nut that’s part of the SPEAKER-SIDE BRACKET.

With both bolts now engaged, tighten them. [Recommended torque 3.5 N•m [+0.5/-0] (2.6 ft-lb [+0.4/-0]).

To set a down-tilt aiming angle, loosen both bolts slightly, adjust the tilt of the speaker, and re-tighten the bolts.

To set the swivel (pan), loosen the bolts at the top and bottom of the SWIVEL JOINT, set the swivel (pan), and re-tighten the bolts.

SWIVEL (PAN) / TILT WALL BRACKET ASSEMBLY Dimensions and Settings

OPTION B: WALL SURFACE MOUNTING VIA INCLUDED L-BRACKETS

Note that the L-BRACKETS can be attached to either the top and bottom of the speaker (via threaded inserts located on the top and bottom panels) or to the sides of the speaker (via threaded inserts located in the left and right panels of the speaker). The following instructions and drawings are for using the side points.

L-BRACKET Dimensions

Install L-BRACKETS to the Wall and Side Insert Points:

Run the wiring from the power amplifier to the location desired for mounting the JBL COL loudspeaker.

Secure L-BRACKET to wall using the appropriate installer-selected attachment hardware, and using a level to ensure that the L-BRACKETS are plumb. Use 3 screws for each L-bracket. For use with side insert points, space brackets so that innermost screws holes are 25 mm apart (adjust as needed).

CAUTION: Installation must be done by skilled persons using safe installation standards.

Dims in mm [in] (Spacing between brackets not shown to scale)

Hardware for attaching L-BRACKETS to wall is not included. The installer is responsible for proper selection and use of mounting hardware and for
properly and safely securing the brackets to the wall material.

If precipitation can be present at the installation location, cabinet must not be installed at any upward aim angle, and slight downward aim angle (5° or greater) is recommended to keep water out of loudspeaker.

Remove the silicone caps from over the left-side and right-side threaded insert points, exposing the metal threaded inserts.

Note: There are two holes in the column-end part of each L-BRACKET – one for situating the column closest to the wall and one for spacing farther out from the wall. Select the hole to meet with desired distance from the wall (for example, clearance for cables, or keeping entire distance from the wall below 4 inches in order to comply with ADA).

Use the M6 x 20 mm bolts through the L-BRACKETS and tighten into threaded inserts. Recommended torque 3.5 N•m [+0.5/-0] (2.6 ft-lb [+0.4/-0]).

Installing L-BRACKETS to the Wall and TOP/Bottom Insert Points:

Apply same process from 4.1 and 4.2 for running wiring and attaching L-brackets to wall. For use with top and bottom insert points, space brackets so that inner-most screws holes of the L-BRACKETS (wall side) are the following distances apart:

Distance Between Innermost Screws

COL600: 521 mm (20.5 in)
COL800: 721 mm (28.3 in)

Hardware for attaching L-BRACKETS to wall is not included. The installer is responsible for proper selection and use of mounting hardware and for properly and safely securing the brackets to the wall material.

Remove the silicone caps from over the top and bottom threaded insert points and remove the bolts that are holding the end caps, exposing the inserts (these removed bolts will not be re-used).

Note: There are two holes in the column-end part of each L-BRACKET. For the top and bottom points on the speaker, theouter-most BRACKET hole must be used.

Use the M6 x 28 mm bolts through the L-BRACKETS, swivel aiming of the speaker (if desired), and tighten the bolts. Recommended 3.5 N.m +0.5/-0 N.m (2.6 ft- lb +0.4/-0)

COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION

SECONDARY SAFETY CABLE — Attach a properly load-rated safety cable (not included) to the back-panel M6 threaded insert point on the back panel marked “Safety Cable,” using hardware that does not incur interference with the wall. Attach the other end of the safety cable to a secure independent attachment point on the building structure. Keep the safety cable as short as possible without pulling on the cabinet or ratting against the cabinet.

SAFETY CABLE POINT (M6) is labeled on the back of the speaker

WIRING THE SPEAKER

Select proper gauge speaker cable. Utilize a reliable reference to select the proper gauge speaker cable, keeping in mind the total number of speakers that may be looped in the circuit run, and what their tap settings are. Maximum outside diameter of cable is 8.0 mm (0.31 in).

Included 4-pin pluggable terminal connector – Connect wires securely to in-line terminal connector.

Terminals – The 4-pin Euroblock connection for bare wire and includes pins for

• and – input and for + and – loop out. Accepts 20 to 14 gauge wire (0.25 to 2.5 sq mm).
  

TERMINAL COVER – Remove the TERMINAL COVER, plug in-line terminal connector into chassis socket. Run wire(s) downward and re-attach terminal cover using 3 included screws, making sure pressure insert (for resistance against water ingress) presses down on wires. The TERMINAL COVER may be left off if no resistance against water is needed.

REFERENCE

GUIDE: Maximum Speakers Per Circuit Run – For systems where the wiring is looped through to subsequent speakers, the terminals support a maximum of 20 Amps of current for the input plus the loop out. As long as the cable gauge is large enough to support the current, the following chart shows the maximum number of speakers per cable run that the terminals support, based on: a) whether the speakers are set to low-impedance (8Ω) or highimpedance (ie, set at a Tap), and b) if high impedance, what Tap the speakers are set at.

Notes:

1. The speaker cable gauge needs to also be able to support the number of speakers connected in looped-out circuit.
2. For combinations of tap settings, system designer must compute the total current draw and ensure that it stays under 20A.
3. Total impedance must stay above the minimum impedance capability of amp channel.
4. Total power connected must be below the maximum power capability of amp channel.

COL600
Low-Impedance (8Ω) – Maximum 6 speakers
20W Tap – Maximum 70 speakers
10W Tap – Maximum 141 speakers
5W   Tap – Maximum 282 speakers
2.5W Tap (70V only) – Maximum 564 speakers

COL800
Low-Impedance (8Ω) – Maximum 4 speakers
60W Tap – Maximum 23 speakers
30W Tap – Maximum 47 speakers
15W Tap – Maximum 94 speakers
7.5W Tap (70V only) – Maximum 188 speakers

GUIDE: Back Panel Drawing

GUIDE: Dimensions

COL 600

GUIDE: Down-Tilt Aiming and Coverage – The COL speakers incorporate a 10° downward tilt to dispersion aim, allowing for coverage of most listening areas without requiring physical down-tilting of the cabinet:

• COL 800
  60° total vertical coverage angle with aiming axis at -10°

• COL 600
  110° total vertical coverage angle with aiming axis at -10°

HIGHLIGHTS

A combination of stylish design and outstanding performance features makes the COL600 slim column loudspeaker ideal for a wide variety of applications, such as conference/meeting rooms, lecture halls, retail stores, concourses, transit spaces, fill applications, audio for video, and other applications where slim, compact design and high performance is desired.

The COL600 is an elegant column loudspeaker that provides wide horizontal and narrow vertical coverage, with a built-in 10° down-tilt to the aim, providing optimum coverage of most listening areas while allowing the speaker to b installed flat to the wall.

The slim, compact design—winner of international design awards for industrial design excellence—complements virtually any architectural décor. Two 5-inch x 2.25 inch racetrack woofers provide maximum radiating area in a column form factor. The tweeter is located at the top of array for less obstructed coverage of the listening space and is aimed at a down angle, allowing down- tilted coverage aim, even with the cabinet flat to the wall. The shallow cabinet depth of 3.7 inches (93 mm) qualifies for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) projects when installed with the back of the cabinet flush to the wall. A 20-watt multi-tap transformer allows for use on either 70V or 100V distributed speaker lines, while the speaker is switchable for direct 8-ohm operation with power handling of 80W continuous (320W peak, 2 hrs.). The 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range delivers clean, clear sound for music or speech.

Versatile installation is accommodated by two included L-brackets, which can be installed on either the top and bottom panels (for +95° horizontal pan aiming) or on the left and right side panels. Both locations allow for close- to-thewall installation. In addition, a low-profile swivel (pan) / tilt wall bracket is also included, for adding up to 10° down-tilt to the cabinet aiming (in addition to the built-in 10° down-tilt aim when the speaker is installed flat to the wall). (Note that down-tilt may be limited by wall.)

The COL600 has an IP54 rating (per IEC60529) for protection against ingress of dust or water. The drivers are water-treated, the grille has a water-backing, and a cover is included to protect the input terminals. Available in black (JBL-COL600- BK) or white (JBL-COL600-WH).

FEATURES

• Two 5 x 2.25 inch racetrack woofers & one 1 inch tweeter
• 24 inch tall with shallow 3.7 inch cabinet depth
• Wide 160° horizontal and focused 110° vertical coverage
• 10° downward tilt to aim for covering most listening areas without requiring physical down-tilting of the cabinet
• 80W continuous pink noise power handling (320W peak)
• 70 Hz – 20 kHz frequency range
• Built-in 20W 70V/100V multi-tap transformer, plus 8 ohm direct input.
• 111 dB peak SPL (105 dB continuous), 2 hrs
• Tweeter near top of column for unobstructed coverage of listening space
• Versatile mounting brackets included – both close-to-wall L-brackets and low-profile swivel(pan)/tilt wall bracket

SPECIFICATIONS

SYSTEM

Frequency Range1: (-10 dB): 70 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency Response1 (±3 dB): 105 Hz – 20 kHz Power Rating2 : 160W Continuous Program (2 hrs) 80W (320W peak) Continuous Pink Noise (2 hrs) 60W (240W peak) Continuous Pink Noise (100 hrs)
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m)3: 86 dB Coverage Pattern: Vertical 110° [1kHz-4 kHz average]; 10° down-tilt to aiming access for+45°/-65° coverage in relation to physical cabinet aim Horizontal 160° [1kHz – 4 kHz average] Directivity (Q): 7.8
Directivity Index (DI): 8.9 dB
Rated Maximum SPL4: 105 dB Continuous (111 dB peak) @ 1m
Nominal Impedance: 8Ω (in Thru/direct mode)
Minimum Impedance: 7.0 Ω@ 275 Hz
Transformer Taps: 20W, 10W, 5W @ both 70V & 100V (plus 2.5W @ 70V), and 8Ω thru, selectable via switch
Transformer Insertion Loss: Less than 1 dB for all taps
Maximum Input Voltage: 21 V RMS (2 hrs), 42 V peak Recommended Protective
High-Pass: 70 Hz for 8 Ω operation; 60 Hz for all transformer tap settings (20W, 10W, 5W and 2.5W)

TRANSDUCER
Drivers: Two 125 x 55 mm (5 x 2.25 in.) racetrack LF drivers One 25 mm (1 in.) tweeter (tweeter located at top of array for better coverage of listening space)

ENCLOSURE
Enclosure Material: PC + ABS, UL94-V0 flammability rating
Grille: Plated SPCC with polyester powder coat finish
Environmental: IP-54 rated per IEC60529, dust and water protected when installed with included cover for input terminal compartment and no physical up-tilt cabinet aiming. UV resistant. [Cycle 1 per ISO 4892.3-2006] Agency ratings: Transformer UL recognized. RoHS, REACH compliance. LVD for CE.
Terminals: 4-pin Euroblock connection for bare wire, accepts 20 to 14 AWG gauge wire (0.5 to 2.5 sq mm). Rain coverallows for one or two 2-wire cables, with max cable jacket diameter of 8 mm (0.3 in)

Insert Points

Back Panel: 2 threaded insert points for WALL BRACKET, attaches via included M6 x 20 mm bolts, flat washers, & lock washers; plus 1 threaded insert point for secondary safety cable, M6 threaded x 20 mm deep.

Top & Bottom Caps: 1 threaded insert point on each cap (top & bottom, 2 insert points total) for L-BRACKET; attaches via included M6 x 28 mm bolts, flat washers, and lock washers. (Remove silicon caps over insert points AND remove pre-installed bolts holding end cap in place.)[Note: For installer- specified attachment to these threaded insert points (without L-bracket), insert is

M6 x 28 mm deep.
Side Panels: 1 threaded insert point on each side (left and right, for 2 insert points total) for L-BRACKET; attaches via included M6 x 28 mm bolts, flat washers, and lock washers. (Remove silicon caps over insert points) [Note: For installer-specified attachment to these threaded insert points (without L-bracket), insert is M6 x 22 mm deep.]

Mounting

Multiple mounting methods (see Installation Guide for more details):
a) Included Swivel (Pan) / Tilt WALL BRACKET provides continuously variable ±95° degree Horizontal left-right swivel (pan) aiming (at 0° down- tilt); continuously adjustable +0°/-10° Vertical tilt (when no interference to wall). WALL and SPEAKER sections of WALL BRACKET ASSEMBLY attached together via included M6 x 12 mm bolts, flat washers, and lock washers.
b) Two included L-brackets that can be positioned on either top & bottom insert points or side-side insert points.
c) Top, bottom, and 2 side threaded insert points can be interfaced by installer for installer-supplied mounting  methods. Installer responsible for safety of mounting method.

Dimensions (H x W x D): 598 x 102 x 93 mm (23.6 x 401 x 4.1 inches)
Net Weight: 3.5 kg (7.8 lbs) each
Shipping Weight: 4.5 kg (10.0 lbs) each (packed 1 speaker per carton)
Included Accessories: Low-profile SWIVEL (PAN) / TILT WALL BRACKET; Trim Cover for WALL BRACKETS; 2 x L-BRACKETS that can be positioned on top/bottom or side/side insert points.
SKU Numbers and Colors: JBL-COL600-BK (black, RAL9004), JBL-COL600-WH (white, RAL9016

1. Half-space, 2π (on-wall) loading.
2. Continuous Pink Noise rating is IEC spectrum with 6 dB crest factor. Continuous program power is defined as 3 dB above Continuous Pink Noise Rating. In 8 ohm mode.
3. Half-space, 2π (on-wall) loading, average 80Hz – 20 kHz.
4. Calculated based on 2 hr power rating and measured sensitivity, exclusive of power compression

JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Some materials, production methods, and design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current JBL product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated. JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Changes introduced into existing products without notice are an expression of that philosophy

Frequency Response & Impedance:

In half-space (2-pi, on-wall, solid line) and full-space (4-pi, dotted line)

Beamwidth:

Directivity:

Horizontal Off-Axis Frequency Response:

Vertical Off-Axis Frequency Response (Up):

Vertical Off-Axis Frequency Response (Down):

Dimensional Drawing:

Wall Bracket:

See COL Column Speaker Installation Guide for further information and details about installing this loudspeaker.

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References

• JBL Professional Loudspeakers | English (US)
• JBL Professional Loudspeakers | English (US)

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