JBL CSA 180Z User Manual

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CSA 180Z
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Commercial Series Amplifier
Operation Manual
JBL Commercial Series

JBL CSA 180Z Specifications

General

Amplifier class	-
Frequency range	20 - 20000 Hz
RMS rated power	80 W
Input sensitivity	1400 mV
Audio output channels	1.0 channels
Peak power per channel	- W
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)	100 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	- %
Package weight	4500 g
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Line inputs (RCA)	2
Speakers connectivity type	RCA
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 85 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 95 %
Purpose	Home
On/off switch	Yes
Product color	Black
Volume control	Rotary
Connectivity technology	Wired
Sustainability certificates	RoHS, ENERGY STAR
Certification	CE, FCC

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	303.4 mm
Width	218.5 mm
Height	43.3 mm
Weight	3100 g

Summary

Important Safety Information: General Warnings and Instructions

Safety Instructions

Covers essential safety guidelines for electrical products, including wiring and grounding procedures.

Protection Warnings

General warnings for user protection regarding operation, environment, and maintenance practices.

Important Safety Information: Specific Warnings and Compliance

U.K. Mains Plug Warning

Specific safety warning for UK mains plugs, including fuse requirements and proper usage.

Electromagnetic Compatibility and Magnetic Field

Information on EMC compliance and precautions regarding magnetic field interference with sensitive equipment.

EC - Declaration of Conformity

Safety Standards and Compliance

Details product conformity with safety and EMC directives and relevant standards for professional audio use.

Welcome and Product Features

Key Product Features

Highlights the main features and capabilities of the JBL Commercial Series amplifiers.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Front Panel Overview

Description of the controls, indicators, and their functions on the amplifier's front panel.

Rear Panel Controls and Connectors

Rear Panel Overview

Details on the connectors, switches, and their functions located on the amplifier's rear panel.

Setup and Installation Procedures

Unpacking Your Amplifier

Instructions for safely unpacking and inspecting the amplifier for any transit damage.

Installing Your Amplifier

Guidance on rack mounting, stacking, and spacing recommendations for amplifier installation.

Cooling and Input Wiring

Ensuring Proper Cooling

Guidelines for maintaining adequate airflow and ventilation for optimal amplifier performance.

Choosing Input Wire and Connectors

Recommendations for selecting appropriate input cables and connectors for balanced and unbalanced signals.

Output Wiring and Connectors

Output Wiring Guidelines

Instructions and guidelines for connecting speakers to 70V or 100V distributed speaker systems.

Audio System Wiring

Wiring Your Audio System

Typical input and output wiring configurations for low impedance and high impedance speakers.

Power, Protection, and Startup

Connecting to AC Mains

Guidance on safely connecting the amplifier to the AC power source, including grounding.

Protecting Your Speakers

Tips to prevent speaker damage by avoiding clipping and subsonic signals.

Startup Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for powering on the amplifier for the first time.

Operation and Precautions

Operation Precautions

Important precautions for safe and optimal operation of the amplifier, including input/output handling.

Specific Operation Features

Hi-Z Switch Functionality

Explanation of the Hi-Z switch for 70V/100V outputs and its integrated 70Hz high-pass filter.

Remote Volume Control

Details on implementing remote volume control using the JBL CSR-V module via Ethernet.

Sleep Mode Operation

Information on the automatic sleep mode, its activation, and how to disable it.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Guide

Addresses common operational problems such as no power, no sound, low sound, and distorted sound.

Appendix A: Target Performance Specifications

Appendix B: Contact Information

Contact and Support Resources

Provides contact details for JBL Professional Customer Service and international distributors.