JBL AWC129 All-Weather Compact 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- JBL
Table of Contents
AWC129
All-Weather Compact
2-Way Coaxial
Loudspeaker with 12” LF
Professional Series
Key Features:
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Highly weather-resistant IP56 rating.
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Consistent 90° x 90° broadband pattern control.
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Components:
• 300 mm (12 in) woofer with Kevlar-reinforced cone and 75 mm (3 in) voice coil.
• 25 mm (1 in) exit compression driver with unique patented design and high temperature polymer diaphragm. -
Extraordinary clarity for speech, with extended frequency response for music.
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Advanced high-slope crossover network for constant coverage and smooth, natural midrange.
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400 Watt power handling (average continuous pink noise) with high sensitivity provides high SPL capability.
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High-power passive crossover network.
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Overload protection.
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55 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response.
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200 Watt 70V/100V multi-tap (built-in transformer) or direct 8Ω low-impedance.
Applications:
The AWC129 is a compact, coaxial-driver, 2-way, highly weather-resistant full-
range loudspeaker system which is ideal for speech and music in a wide variety
of applications, including sports facilities, racetracks, stadiums,
fairgrounds, rodeos, skating rinks, themed entertainment venues, cruise ships,
water parks, outdoor background music/paging systems, swimming pools, and a
wide variety of other outdoor or indoor venue types.
The AWC129 is comprised of a high-power coaxial 300 mm (12 in) low frequency
driver and 25 mm (1 in) high frequency compression driver. The co-axial design
utilizes a unique tapered polepiece design and transitions to the cone of the
low frequency driver as a large diameter pattern control horn for the high
frequencies, both eliminating high-frequency beaming which is common among
this category of speaker and extending pattern control to the lowest possible
frequencies. The result is a coaxial speaker with wide, extremely consistent
90° coverage on a broadband basis.
Component features include a Kevlar-reinforced low frequency cone for
reliability, well-damped surround for smooth frequency response, high
temperature 75 mm (3 in) voice coil and a reduced distortion design through
saturated-gap magnet geometry. The high frequency compression driver features
a unique patented design, high temperature polymer diaphragm, and fluid-
cooling for high output levels with low distortion.
The paintable enclosure is constructed of thick ABS plus fiberglass and is
heavily braced to maximize low-frequency performance. The corrosion-resistant
zinc-rich extra-thick powder coated steel grille is backed with open cell foam
and high thread-count mesh, providing excellent protection in the harshest
environments. The system is rated IP-56, per IEC529 when installed at minimum
5° down-tilt. The system is equipped with a 200W 70V/100Vmulti-tap
transformer. Connection is made via outdoor-rated terminals in a recessed
terminal cup. A protective terminal compartment cover is included, along with
gland nut, which forms a water-tight seal with round-jacketed cable having The
high frequency compression driver features a unique patented design, high
temperature polymer diaphragm, and fluid-cooling for high output levels with
low distortion.
A heavy-duty weather-capable zinc-rich, thick powder coated U-type mounting
bracket is included.
Specifications:
System:|
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Frequency Range (-10 dB)1:| 55 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency Response (±3 dB)1:| 80 Hz – 20 kHz
Coverage Pattern2:| 90º x 90º
Directivity Factor:| 10.1 (1 k – 16 kHz)
Directivity Index (DI):| 9.5 dB (1 k – 16 kHz)
Long-Term System Power Rating (IEC)3:| 400 W (1600 W peak), 2 hrs. 250 W (1000
W peak), 100 hrs
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m):| 96 dB (Ave. 80 Hz – 20 kHz)
Maximum SPL4:| Direct 8Ω: 122 dB (peaks of 124 dB) 200 W Tap: 119 dB
Crossover Network:| 1.5 kHz, 3rd order (18 dB/oct) high-pass plus conjugate to
HF, 2nd order low-pass to LF
Nominal Impedance:| 8 ohms
Transformer Taps:| 70V: 200W, 100W, 50W, 25W 100V: 200W, 100W, 50W
Transducers:|
Low Frequency Driver:| Kevlar-reinforced cone with weather treatment, 75 mm (3
in) voice coil.
High Frequency Driver:| 25 mm (1 in) diaphragm and voice coil diameter, high
temperature polymer diaphragm, patented design, fluid-cooling.
HF Driver Protection:| Minimum audibility SonicGuard™ HF overload protection
Physical:|
Enclosure:| ABS with Glass enclosure, heavily braced
Attachment:| Two M10 (fine-thread) points for included U-bracket. Reference
torque 15 ft.lb (20 N.m). M6 secondary safety attachment point on back panel.
Grille:| Corrosion-resistant zinc-rich extra-thick powder coated steel grille,
3-layer assembly with foam and woven poly mesh backing.
Input Connection:| CE-compliant covered barrier strip terminals. Barrier
terminals accept up to 8 mm outside 4 mm inside open-lug (#6 or #8) plus bare
wire up to 2.5 mm2 (12 AWG) wire or spade lugs. Terminal compartment cover
equipped with gland nut that forms water-tight seal with round- jacketed
cables with outside diameters between 4.0 mm (0.16”) and 9.0 mm (0.36”).
Environmental:| IP56 per IEC529, with a minimum 5° downward aiming angle.
Exceeds Mil Spec 810 for humidity, salt spray, temperature & UV, and ASTM G85
for acid-air/salt-spray (336 hrs).
Dimensions:| 402 x 402 x 445 mm (15.8 x 15.8 x 17.5 in), cabinet 470 mm (18.5
in) depth including gland nut 542 mm (21.4 in) including bracket extending to
back
Colors:| Available in gray (similar to Pantone 420C) and black (-BK)
Net Weight:| 15.9 kg (35.0 lb), 18.9 kg (41.5 lb) with U-bracket
Shipping Weight:| 23.4 kg (51.5 lb)
Included Accessories:| U-bracket, matches loudspeaker color (gray or black),
zinc-rich extra thick powder coated, steel.
¹ Full-space (free-field)
² Average 1 kHz to 10 kHz
3 IEC standard, full bandwidth pink noise with 6 dB crest factor.
4 Calculated based on power rating and measured full-space sensitivity.
JBL continually engages in research related to product improvement. Changes
introduced into existing products without notice are an expression of that
philosophy.
AWC129 All-Weather Compact 2-Way Coaxial Loudspeaker with 12” LF
Frequency Response and Impedance
Off-Axis Frequency Response
Dimensions
Attaching U-Bracket to Cabinet
Terminal Compartment
Limited Warranty
The JBL Warranty on professional loudspeaker products ( except for enclosures) remains in effect for five years from the date of the first consumer purchase. JBL amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date of original purchase. Enclosure and all other JBL products are warranted for two years from the date of original purchase.
Who is Protected by This Warranty?
Yoyr JBL Warranty protects the original owner and all subsequent owners so
long as: A) Your JBL product has been purchased in the Continental United
States, Hawaii or Alaska. (This Warranty does not apply to JBL product
purchased elsewhere except for purchases by military outlets. Other purchasers
should contact the local JBL distri butor for warranty information.); and B)
The original dated bill of sale is presented whenever warranty service is
required.
What is Covered by the JBL Warranty?
Except as specified below, your JBL Warranty covers all defects in material
and workmanship. The following are not covered: Damage caused by accident,
misuse, abuse, product modification or neglect; damage occurring during
shipment; damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in
your Instruction Manual; damage result ing from the performance of repairs by
someone not authorized by JBL; claims based upon any misrepresentations by the
seller; and JBL product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified
or removed.
Who Pays for What?
JBL will pay all labor and material expenses for all repairs covered by this
warranty. Please be sure to save the original shipping cartons because a
charge will be made if replacement cartons are requested. Payment of shipping
charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty.
How to Obtain Warranty Performance
If your JBL product ever needs service, write or telephone us at JBL
Incorporated (Attn: Customer Service Department), 8500 Balboa Boulevard, P.O.
Box 2200, North ridge, California 91329 (818/893-8411 ). We may direct you to
an authorized JBL Service Agency or ask you to send your unit to the factory
for repair. Either way, you’ll need to present the original bill of sale to
establish the date of purchase. Please do not ship your JBL product to the
factory without prior authorization.
If transportation of your JBL product presents any unusual difficulties,
please advise us and we may make special arrangements with you. Otherwise, you
are responsible for transporting your product for repair or arranging for its
transportation and for payment of any initial shipping charges. However, we
will pay the return shipping charges if
repairs are covered by the warranty.
Limitation of Implied Warranties
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES , INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY.
EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES
JBL’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT OUR OPTION , OF
ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND SHALL NOT INCLUDE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIM ITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND /OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITA TIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE
NOTE: There may be a difference between this Warranty and the Warranty in
your Instruction Manual. In the event of a difference, this Warranty will
prevail.
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JBL Professional
8500 Balboa Boulevard, P.O. Box 2200
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