Owner`s Manual & Installation Guide
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1. MTC 24MR Control 16C T MTC 26NC MTC 26MR USING INCLUDED C BRACKET WITH SHEET ROCK For most installations the INCLUDED C shaped backing plate provides adequate reinforcement to the ceiling material spread ing out the clamping force from the tab clamps CUTOUT SIZES Table 2 Cutout Sizes Cutout Size diameter Control 12C T 167 mm 6 6 in Control 14C T 167 mm 6 6 in Control 16C T 225 mm 8 8 in STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION AND WIRING The installation system has been designed so that the entire installation can be accomplished from beneath the ceiling for instances when access above the tile is not possible or practical However in some cases it may be easier with removable ceiling tiles to access from both the top and bottom of the ceiling tile during various phases of the installation Step 1 Cut the Hole Cutout the circular hole to the cutout hole size listed above Pull the wiring through the cutout hole Figure 3 Hole Cutout Step 2 Insert Backing Hardware Through the Hole Pack aged with the speakers are two types of backing hardware a C shaped backing plate bracket and two tile rails Suspended Ceilings Insert the C plate through the hole cut in the ceiling tile Place the C plate around the hole with the tabs located as shown on Figure 4 Insert the tile rails through the cut hole in the ceiling tile Snap the two rails into the two tabs in the C plate and align the rails so that the ends exten2. connections to subsequent loud speakers There are two possible hookup schemes for connect ing subsequent speakers determined by the desired result from the circuit whenever this speaker s connector gets disconnected during troubleshooting Paralleling Input Terminals Connect the wire pair of the subsequent speaker to pins 1 amp 2 in parallel with the input wire pair Whenever the connector is pulled out of the speaker for troubleshooting subsequent speakers will stay connected This can be useful during troubleshooting to be able to disconnect a single loudspeaker at a time In this hookup scheme no wires get connected to pins 3 amp 4 From Amplifier B or Previous To Subsequent Speaker Speaker s Figure 7 Paralleling Input Terminals To _ Subsequent 1 2 3 4 1 12 3 4 1 2 3 4 Speaker s Speaker 1 Speaker 2 Speaker 3 Power g Amplifier Figure 8 arallel System Hookup Diagram Using Loop Through Terminals Pins 3 amp 4 By connect ing the wire pair of the subsequent speaker to pins 3 amp 4 then all subsequent speakers will be disconnected when this speaker s connector is disconnected during troubleshooting This can be useful as a way to isolate problems to a section of the distributed line
3. while leaving the wires attached to the connector From Amplifier or Previous Speaker To Subsequent Speaker s Figure 9 Using Loop Through Terminals maB JAB 1121B4 Power Speaker 1 Speaker 2 Speaker 3 Amplifier To Subsequent Speaker s Figure 10 Loop Through System Hookup Diagram Choose whichever hookup pattern accommodates your instal lation best Step 4 Open the Strain Relief Fitting Terminal Cover Figure 11 Open the strain relief fitting by loosening the two set screws in the backcan then loosen the two horizontal screws and slide open the sliding cover Loosen the screws holding the fitting s sliding piece of the in put terminal cover and slide the cover open Step 5 Plug connector into connector socket in the speaker s terminal cup Figure 12 Plug Connector into Connector Socket Shown with a single cable left or with two cables for input and loop through right Step 6 Tighten the Strain Relief Fitting amp Close the Terminal Cover Figure 13 Figure 15 Tighten the Two Horizontal Screws to Slide and Tighten the Tightening Mounting Tabs Strain Relief Fitting Then Tighten the Two Set Screws into the
4. Backcan Shown with a single speaker cable ee IMPORTANT For each attachment screw FIRST turn turn COUNTER CLOCKWISE to release the mounting tab from its Tightening onto Flexible or Hard Conduit The supplied fitting sade accommodates up to 3 8 inch 9 5mm flexible conduit Insert the conduit into the strain relief fitting Tighten the sliding ennen a e CLOC Strain Relief Fitting WISE until tight The first 14 clockwise turn rotates the attach ment tabs outward and the remaining turns tighten the tabs down onto the back of the ceiling surface DO NOT OVER Step 7 Insert the Speaker Into the Ceiling and TIGHTEN Tighten A tab is provided on the back of each speaker for connection to a independent secondary support point Some construc tion codes require using this secondary support point which requires connecting a support line to a separate secure support point Consult construction codes in your region IMPORTANT Control Contractor ceiling speakers can gen erate substantial vibration Using the seismic tab as a secondary support point is highly recommended in case the ceiling tile or structure breaks In some areas using the seismic tab as a secondary support point is required by code Step 8 Adjust Tap Selector The tap selector rotary switch is located on the front baffle Adjust the tap setting before applying power to the speaker and before inserting the grille From the OFF position tur
5. Control 10 Series Ceiling Loudspeakers by HARMAN Control 12C T Control 14C T and Control 16C T Owner s Manual amp Installation Guide Rev A Table of Contents Product Descrip HOn sraon 2 Product Feature Identification sssesssssessessseseseeeeeee 2 Installation Preparations esusen 3 Step By Step Installation and Wiring 0 ee 3 Painting the Speaker naiicstaveiasta od ces tek iseenieorssaree 7 Safety Agency Compliance 0 eee eeseeeesseeeteeeeeeeees 7 Mae TAC E enke E E Sinaia acute sett 8 Replacement Pari Seinra 8 Contachne IB Emarri a E e 8 Product SPECI AtIONS sosia 8 Thank you for purchasing JBL Control Contractor ceiling loudspeakers Read through this manual to familiarize yourself with the features applications and precautions before you use these products Product Descriptions The JBL Control Contractor Control 10 Series ceiling loudspeakers utilize innovative design and materials to provide premium level performance from compact in ceiling speakers Available in white or black BK CONTROL 12C T A 3 75 mm full range driver to provide high fidelity full range sound over an extremely wide coverage area CONTROL 14C T A wide bandwidth ceiling speaker containing a co axially mounted 4 100 mm woofer and 34 19 mm soft dome tweeter CONTROL 16C T A wide bandwidth high sensitivity extended bass ceiling speaker containing a co axially mounted 6 5 165 mm woo
6. d OVER the T channel grid on the side of the tile Secure the rails onto the C bracket tabs by inserting a screw though each tab into the rail This can all be accomplished from below the ceiling tile if necessary FOR SAFETY IMPORTANT TO USE BRACKETS ALL included support brackets C plate and tile rails MUST be used when installing into suspended ceiling tiles Figure 4 C Bracket and Tile Rail Positioning on Ceiling Tile Additional Suspended Ceiling Installation Information Tile Rails The tile rails are designed to fit either standard 24 inch wide tiles or 600 mm wide tiles The tile rail piec es do NOT physically attach to the T grid struts Instead the inverted V shape at the ends of the rails sit OVER the T grid strut During normal operation the rails are supported by the edge of the tile If the tile were to come out or fall apart the ends of the support rails are designed to catch onto the T grid providing secure support to hold the loudspeaker assembly in place Vibration Reduction Loudspeakers can generate sub stantial vibration which can cause buzzing of the ceiling materials or structure Depending on the character of the ceiling tile and structure the installer might need to place neoprene or other dampening material under the tile rails or the edges of the tiles to eliminate rattles Cutout Placement The tile rails are pre punched with attachment holes along their length Placement is not limite
7. d to the center of the tile as is the case with many other tile rail support systems Non Suspended Ceiling Types The C bracket can be optionally used by itself to shore up the ceiling material and to spread out the clamping force from the tab clamps Insert the C plate through the cut hole in the ceiling and place it on the back side of the hole before inserting the speaker Step 3 Connect the Wiring to the Removable Locking Connector The connector is INCLUDED with the speaker Connect the wire by stripping the insulation back about 5 mm about 3 16 inch Do NOT strip wires back any longer than this Insert the bare end of wire fully into the connector not al lowing any bare wire outside of connector and screw down the hold down screw until tight using a small flatblade screwdriver Tighten any unused screws to avoid rattling from vibration Figure 5 Connecting Wires to Removeable Locking Connector Guide to the Pins for Connection The removable locking input connector contains 4 terminals as marked on the con nector The pin functions are listed on the label located on the terminal cover plate CONNECTION poo is Si IN IN Loop Loop Thru Thru Figure 6 Connecteor Pins Pins 1 amp 2 are the and inputs to the loudspeaker Pins 1 amp 2 are looped to pins 3 amp 4 respectively Pin 1 connects to Pin 3 and Pin 2 connects to Pin 4 inside the speaker Pins 3 amp 4 are intended as loop through
8. e grille until that section of the grille comes out approximately 6 mm 1 4 inch Work your way around the grille loosening a section at a time until the grille comes out Painting the Speaker The speaker s textured white finish complements most decor and does not need further finishing Where the interior design requires it these speakers are easy to paint The rim can be painted before installation or in cases where the rim needs to be finished along with the ceiling the speaker rim can be painted after attaching into the ceiling Type of Paint The speaker s ABS rim accepts almost any type of latex or oil based paint Two coats are recommended Painting Process For best results the following procedure is recommended e Clean the rim and grille with a light solvent such as mineral spirits by rubbing the item with a lightly dampened cloth Do not however use abrasives such as sandpaper or steel wool Nor should you use gasoline kerosene acetone MEK paint thinner harsh detergents or other chemicals Use of these cleaners may result in permanent damage to the enclosure e After cleaning apply two or more thin coats of either latex or oil based paints Latex paint will adhere best if an oil based primer is used first Application can be made by rolling brush ing or spraying Painting the Speaker Along With the Ceiling Insert the clear plastic paint shield into the front of the speaker to mask the drivers and inter
9. ecification sheets for complete specification listings Control 12C T Components Frequency Range Power Capacity low Z Sensitivity Coverage Max SPL Nominal Impedance Transformer Taps Control 14C T Components Frequency Range Power Capacity low Z Sensitivity Coverage Max SPL Nominal Impedance Transformer Taps Control 16C T Components Frequency Range Power Capacity low Z Sensitivity Coverage Max SPL Nominal Impedance Transformer Taps 76 mm 3 in full range driver 68 Hz 17 kHz 40 W Cont Program 20 W Cont Pink Noise 84 dB 130 97 dB Im ave 103 dB peak 8 ohms in direct bypass 8Q setting 15W 7 5W 3 8W 70V amp 100V plus 1 9W 70V 100 mm 4 in LF driver 19 mm 3 4 in HF driver 74 Hz 20 kHz 60 W Cont Program 30 W Cont Pink Noise 87 dB 120 102 dB 1m ave 108 dB peak 8 ohms in direct bypass 8Q setting 25W 12 5W 6 3W 70V amp 100V plus 3 2W 70V 165 mm 6 5 in LF driver 19 mm 3 4 in HF driver 62 Hz 20 kHz 100 W Cont Program 50 W Cont Pink Noise 91 dB 110 108 dB 1m ave 116 dB peak 8 ohms in direct bypass 8Q setting 30W 15W 7 5W 70V amp 100V plus 3 8W 70V 1 Half space flush mounted in ceiling 2 Continuous Pink Noise Rating is IEC shaped pink noise with a 6 dB crest factor for 100 hours continuously Continuous Program Power is a conservative expression of the s
10. fer and 34 19 mm soft dome tweeter Product Feature Identification Control 14C T Shown Zinc Plated Steel Backcan Tap Selector for 70V 100V taps 8Q direct and OFF Loudspeaker Driver Attachment Screws Removeable Strain Reliefs Locking Input x2 Terminal Cover Plate Seismic Tab secondary support point Rotating Mounting Tabs dog ears Perforated Press In Grille Installation Preparations The entire installation can be accomplished if necessary with out requiring access above the ceiling Bracketry for use with either suspended ceilings or sheetrock ceilings is included The speaker is held securely in place via mounting ears which lock into place Inputs are attached to a removable locking con nector included which can be prewired before installing the speaker for ultra fast snap on installation OPTIONAL PRE INSTALLATION BRACKETS IN MOST CASES NO BRACKETS OTHER THAN THE ONES INCLUDED WITH YOUR SPEAKER ARE REQUIRED Everything needed for most installations of these loudspeakers is provided with your Control Contractor ceiling speaker However when the speaker is being installed into a sheet rock typically gypsum board ceiling JBLs optional pre installation brackets can be installed before the sheetrock is installed The pre installation bracket provides a bracket to which wiring can be tied behind the sheetrock It can function as a cutout tem plate when many cutou
11. n the selector counter clock wise to set to the 8Q low impedance nominal setting see NN A spec sheet for more precise impedance information or turn the selector clockwise to set to the various 70V and 100V distribut Figure 14 Inserting Speaker into Ceiling C ring tile rail assembly is above the ceiling tile Speaker inserted through cutout in ceiling material Diagram shown without cable and ceiling tile for clarity ed system tap settings Insert the speaker into the ceiling as far as it goes until the front baffle rim touches the ceiling Turn the attachment screws to tighten the mounting tabs by using the following directions 6 Figure 16 Tap Selector Shown Control 14C T Tap ratings on the other models differ from these figures Step 9 Insert the Grille Consider which direction the logo is facing and press the grille into place until the front of the grille is flush with the rim It is often easiest to press in various places around the perimeter of the grille Make sure grille is securely seated to prevent it from vibrating loose and falling Removing the Grille The grille presents a tight fit in order to make sure that it wont fall out even with high vibrations that can be produced by these speakers If you need to remove the grille it is easiest to do so by inserting 2 pointed objects such as push pins into 2 nearby holes in the grille presenting slow even pressure to pull down on th
12. nal baffle paint the speaker then remove the shield Painting the Grille Painting the grille requires removal of the logo prior to painting the logo should be stuck back onto the grille after painting making sure it is located in the exact center of the grille The backing to the grille is glued in place so that it can t interfere with the movement of the woofer cone Leave the grille backing in place Spray the grille lightly using thinned paint Make sure the spray is light enough that when the grille is held up to the light you can still see light through the grille holes which means that sound can also get through Spray only the front of the grille not the back Rolling or brushing the paint is discour aged because the mesh and or backing may become clogged with paint and poor sound quality may result however using a very short napped roller can be made to work Safety Agency Compliance 7232 LISTED 15CM Signaling Speaker UL 2043 Fire Tests for Heat and Visible Smoke Release for Discrete Products and their Accessories Installed in Air Han dling Spaces NFPA 70 National Electric Code 1996 Article 300 22 C and NFPA 90A Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems Section 2 3 10 1 a Exception 3 List ed UL1480 6 Speakers for Fire Protective Signaling Systems SUITABLE FOR USE IN AIR HANDLING SPACES CE These products are in compliance with the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and Article 10 1
13. of the directive In compliance with Technical Regulations EN50081 1 and EN50082 1 For a copy of the model specific CE Declaration of Conformity con tact JBL at the address listed at the end of this manual Maintenance No maintenance is required when installed in accordance with installation and wiring guidelines described in this manual Replacement Parts There are no user serviceable parts inside these speakers Refer servicing to an authorized JBL Service Center For the name of an authorized Service Center in your area contact JBL Professional at the address listed below Warranty amp Contacting JBL These products are designed and backed by JBL Professional the world leader in sound reinforcement For complete JBL warranty information to order replacement parts or to ask for clarifications to this manual contact JBL Professional WITHIN THE UNITED STATES Contact the Applications Dept JBL Professional PO Box 2200 8500 Balboa Blvd Northridge CA 91329 USA In the USA you may call Mon day through Fiday 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Pacific Coast Time 818 894 8850 IN OTHER AREAS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD Con tact the JBL Professional Distributor in your country A list of JBL Professional Distributors and U S Service Centers can be attained from the JBL Professional WWW JBLPRO COM website by HARMAN JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd PO Box 2200 Northridge CA 91329 U S A Product Specifications See product sp
14. ts are to be made in a production line style installation and it secures the ceiling speaker to the building structure Two types of pre installation brackets are available from JBL Professional as optional accessories 1 The optional NEW CONSTRUCTION BRACKET is made of flat sheetmetal with wings to attach to the building structure Holes are drilled for nails or screws at 16 inches 406 mm and 24 inches 610 mm on center Additional holes can be drilled by the installer at other spacings up to a maximum of 24 3 4 inches 630 mm apart Sheet rock installs over the bracket and the bracket provides a template for blind cutout of the hole in the sheet rock The sheet rock is typically cut with a router type cutting tool using the bracket ring as a cutout guide Figure 1 Optional NC New Construction Bracket 2 The optional PLASTER RING BRACKET or mud ring contains a circular offset forming a edge guide for sheet rock plastering The bracket has wings that attach to the building structure Sheet rock is typically either precut or cut with a rotary cutting tool using the outside of the plaster ring circle as a guide The sheet rock hole is then plastered or mudded up to the ring to create a seamless cutout Figure 2 Optional MR Plaster Ring Bracket Mud Ring Table 1 New Construction Brackets New Construction Bracket Plaster Ring Bracket Control 12C T MTC 24NC MTC 24MR Control 14C T MTC 24NC
15. ystem s ability tohandle normal speech and music program material and is defined as 3 dB above the Continuous Pink Noise Rating 3 Half space in ceiling average 1 kHz to 16 kHz C10 MANUAL Revision A
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