Product Description
JBL CBT 50LA-LS Line Array Column Loudspeaker With Eight 2" Drivers
Line Array Column Loudspeaker with with Eight 50 mm (2 in) Drivers and EN54:24 Certification
The CBT 50LA-LS, with Constant Beamwidth Technology™, represents a breakthrough in pattern control, utilizing analog delay beamforming and amplitude tapering to accomplish consistent vertical coverage without the narrow vertical beaming and out-of-coverage lobing that are typical of straight form-factor passive column speakers. This loudspeaker is EN 54-24 Compliant for life safety applications.
- Patent-pending Constant Beamwidth Technology™ provides constant directivity up to the highest frequencies and reduces out-of-coverage lobing.
- EN 54-24 Compliant for Life Safety Applications (when installed with included MTC-PC2 panel cover)
- Switchable voicing provides flat response in music mode or mid-range presence peak in speech mode.
- Dynamic SonicGuard™ overload protection
- Built-in 70V/100V transformer, plus 8 ohm direct capability.
- Swivel (pan) / tilt wall bracket included.
| Drivers |
Eight 50 mm(2 in) Full-Range |
| Frequency Range (-10dB) |
120 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Coverage Angle |
Vertical 20° (1.5 kHz - 16 kHz, ±10°) Horizontal 150° (ave, 1 kHz – 4 kHz, ±20°) |
| Sensitivity |
93 dB (speech mode, 2 kHz - 14 kHz) 89 dB (music mode, 300 Hz - 18 kHz) |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
| Power Rating |
150W (600W peak), 2 hrs100 W (400W peak), 100 hrs |
| Maximum SPL (1m) |
Speech mode: 115 dB cont ave (121 peak)Music mode: 111 dB cont ave (117 peak) |
| Transformer Taps |
60W, 30W, 15W, (7.5W at 70V only), and 8Ω thru, via switch |
| Enclosure |
Fiberglass reinforced ABS cabinet, painted aluminum grille |
| Outdoor Capability |
IP-55 rated, per IEC529, when installed with optional MTC-PC2 panel cover. UV, moisture and 200-hr ASTM G85 acid-air/salt-spray resistant. |
| Color |
Black or White (-WH) |
| Insert Points |
Ten M6 insert points on back panel. |
| Mounting |
Included swivel (pan) / tilt wall bracket provides continuously variable +/-80 degree left-right swivel aiming (at no up/down tilt -- see Bracket Guide for maximum swivel range at various up/down tilt angles), continuously adjustable ±15 degree tilt, as well as 5 degree fixed increment points within the range. Ten threaded mounting points located on back panel located on back panel conform to industry standard rectangular 108 x 51 mm (4.25 x 2.0 in) pattern for OmniMount® 30.0 and other compatible third-party brackets. Threaded mounting points can be utilized for suspension. |
| Safety Agency Rating |
EN54-24:2008 certified (Certificate No. 0359-CPR-00238), when installed with MTC-PC2 terminal panel cover. In accordance with the requirements of IEC60849/EN60849. |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
528 x 99 x 153 mm(20.8 x 3.9 x 6.0 in) |
| Net Weight |
4.1 kg (9.0 lb) |
| Included Accessories |
Swivel (pan) / tilt wall bracketMTC-PC2 terminal panel cover |
| Optional Accessories |
MTC-CBT-FM1 flush-mount low-profile wall-mount bracket MTC-CBT-SMB1 Stand-Mount Bracket for use with 35 mm speaker stand |
Other Details
JBL Warranty Information
The limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased from authorized resellers in the United States and used in the United States.
Warranty Period: Home Audio, Portables, Headphones
One year (except non-powered speakers, which are covered for five years)
Warranty Period: Car Audio, Marine, Powersports
One year (except Stadium & StadiumGTO Series speakers, which are covered for three years)
NOTE: Warranty coverage can differ by model, please refer to the warranty card included with your product to check your coverage.
What is covered by the JBL warranty?
Unless a different warranty period is stated in the Warranty Card provided with your JBL product, JBL warrants for a period of 1 year (5 years for any non-powered speakers) from the date of retail purchase by the original end-use purchaser, that this product, when delivered to you in new condition, in original packaging, from a JBL authorized reseller and used in normal conditions, is free from any defects in manufacturing, materials and workmanship. Refer to the Warranty Card provided with your JBL product for specific details including what is not covered along with other terms and conditions.
During the warranty period, the product or components will be repaired or replaced at JBL’s option, without charge for either parts or labor. Alternatively, JBL may decide at their sole discretion to refund the pro-rated portion of the original purchase price based on the remaining balance of the warranty period.
Any warranty service or replacement that is performed will not extend the original warranty period.
What is not covered by this warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover damage or failures that are a result of:
Damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance)
Damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or decorative surface
Damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in the owner’s manual.
Damage resulting from the performance of repairs by someone other than an authorized JBL service center
Deterioration of component parts, the nature of which is to become worn or depleted with use such as batteries and headphone ear pads
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