JBL 260 user manual Getting Started Quick Start, Connections

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1.3 Quick Start

For those of you that wish to jump right in, the following information has been provided to act as a quick start guide for optimizing performance of the DriveRack 260.

Connections

When setting up the DriveRack 260, make connections as follows:

Always make connections prior to applying power to the unit.

Connect the output(s) from the sending device (mixer) to the Ch. 1 XLR input connector (mono) or both, Ch. 1 and Ch. 2 XLR input connectors (stereo).

Make output connections from the output XLR connector(s), shown below, to the input connector(s) of the selected power amps. For customers new to the DriveRack 260, we recommended starting with output 1 and then working up from there. Here are some examples:

Full Range - Outputs 1 & 2 (all frequencies are passed)

2-Way - Outputs 1 & 2 (highs), Outputs 3 & 4 (lows)

3-Way - Outputs 1 & 2 (highs), Outputs 3 & 4 (midrange), Outputs 5 & 6 (lows)

Of course you do have options to configure the DriveRack 260 differently than the examples listed above. However, for the novice user, adhering to the above connection examples will lower the probability of improper configuration.

If you have the optional RTA microphone, connect the microphone to the XLR RTA Mic Input.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that the power amps are turned off prior to cycling power to the Driverack 260. Always make sure that your power amps are the last item turned on and the first turned off.

Once all of the connections have been made, and the unit is powered up, you can navigate through the entire signal path of the DriveRack 260 from the front panel of the unit. The display provides you with a clear and concise overview of each aspect of the signal path from the input (left side of display) to the output section (right side of display).

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Contents DriveRack Important Safety Information Electromagnetic Compatibility Table of Contents DriveRackIntro DriveRack 260 Features IntroductionDefining the DriveRack 260 System Service Contact Info DriveRackIntroductionIntroductionDriveRack Warranty Section Getting Started Rear Panel Connections Getting Started Front Panel Getting Started Quick Start ConnectionsGetting Started Section DriveRack DriveRack DriveRack DriveRack DriveRack DriveRack Functions Editing Functions Basic Navigation Modes Effect Button Array OverviewEditing Functions Navigating the Pre-EQ -GEQ and PEQ Navigating the Crossover SectionEditing Functions Navigating the Other Section Navigating the Dynamics SectionEditing Functions Navigating the Delay Section Navigating the Utility/Meters SectionEditing Functions Navigating the Wizard Section Navigating the I/O SectionFunctions Configuration Functions Program DefinitionNavigating Factory Programs Selecting ProgramsEditing Factory Programs Navigation ModesConfiguration Functions Saving Factory Program Changes Store Program ReplacingConfiguration Functions Creating a User Configuration Signal PathSelect Link/UnlinkComp Select RouteSelect Link/Unlink Mono DLY 20 MS 810 ms Unused Select Link/UnlinkSaving Configuration Changes Route Name Output Ch2Detailed Detailed Parameters Pre-Crossover EQ 28 Band Graphic or 9-Band ParametricFeedback Eliminator Subharmonic Synthesizer Gate Detailed Parameters Automatic Gain Control AGC Detailed Parameters Notch Filters CrossoverPost-CROSSOVER PEQ Compressor/Limiter Threshold T -40 to +20dBu Ratio R 1.0 to Inf1Gain G -20 to +20 dB Auto On/OffLimiter On/Off Attack .01 to 200 m Sec per band or globalHold 0 to 500 m Sec per band or global Release 360 to 5 dB / Sec per band or globalAlignment Delay Input RoutingOutput Meters Utility LCD Contrast Auto EQ Plot Utilities/MetersLCD Contrast / Auto EQ Plot PUP Program/MutePower Up Modes PUP Program Stored PUP Mute Current ZC Setup PanelZC Setup Panel ZC-2 Boost CutOutput Panel 1 ZC-3 Select a No ChangePanel ZC-4 Switch 1 2 3 No Change Set Security Level Pre EQ LowSecurity Password Edit High Password Edit Med Password Press Store to ChangePassword Enter Password Set 260 Device Level HighProgram List/Program Change Prog Change Mode Program List Prog Lock Program ListINS a Comp o+ LIM 0+Zone Controllers Panel Output Trims NetPage Control Remote Control DriveWare PC Software GUISection Basic Operation DriveRack Remote Control ZC-Zone Controllers Zone Controller InstallationZC-1 & ZC-2 Zone Controller Wiring Section Diagram a Diagram B Diagram C Guide Application Guide Mono 4-Way w/ Two Aux ZonesHardware SoftwareApplication Guide Stereo Tri-amp Application Guide Stereo w/ four Aux Zones Application Guide Stereo Bi-amp w/ Dual Delay Page DriveRackAppendix Appendix Factory Reset Power Up Quick Key OptionsAppendix Specifications Analog InputsAdjust Crossover Output Gains gain structure Appendix Auto EQ Optimization TipsLook out for Modes Appendix Crossover Diagrams Appendix Program List/ Speaker Tunings/ Power Amp Tunings Main Speakers Power AmplifiersProgram List Appendix Block Diagram DriveRackAppendix aAppendix Input and Output Diagrams System Setup and Gain Structure Appendix Gain Level JumpersAppendix

260 specifications

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