User Manual for JBL Control 10 Series Ceiling Loudspeakers

Quick guide from the manual

The JBL Control 10 Series ceiling loudspeakers are designed for high-fidelity sound in various environments. Installation can be performed entirely from beneath the ceiling. Key requirements include using the included C-plate and tile rails for suspended ceilings, and ensuring the tap selector is set correctly before installing the grille. Always use the seismic tab as a secondary support point if required by local building codes.

Product Description

The series includes four models with varying driver sizes:

• Control 12C/T: 3-inch full-range driver.
• Control 14C/T: 4-inch woofer and 3/4-inch tweeter.
• Control 16C/T: 6.5-inch woofer and 3/4-inch tweeter.
• Control 18C/T: 8-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter.

Installation Preparations

Before starting, ensure you have the correct cutout size for your model:

• Control 12C/T & 14C/T: 167 mm (6.6 in)
• Control 16C/T: 225 mm (8.8 in)
• Control 18C/T: 282 mm (11.1 in)

For suspended ceilings, the included C-plate and tile rails must be used to support the speaker. For sheetrock ceilings, optional pre-installation brackets (New-Construction or Plaster-Ring) are available but not strictly required if the C-bracket is used to spread clamping force.

Step-by-Step Installation

1. Cut the Hole: Use the specified cutout diameter for your model and pull the wiring through.
2. Insert Backing Hardware: For suspended ceilings, insert the C-plate through the hole, snap the tile rails into the C-plate tabs, and secure them so the ends rest on the T-channel grid.
3. Connect Wiring: Strip insulation back 5 mm. Insert wires into the removable locking connector and tighten the hold-down screws.
4. Open Strain Relief: Loosen the set screws and sliding cover on the backcan to prepare for cable entry.
5. Insert Speaker: Place the speaker into the ceiling cutout until the front rim touches the ceiling.
6. Tighten Mounting Tabs: Turn attachment screws counter-clockwise 1/2 turn to release tabs, then clockwise to tighten them against the ceiling surface. Do not overtighten.

Wiring

The removable connector has 4 terminals. Pins 1 & 2 are the input. Pins 3 & 4 are loop-through connections for subsequent speakers. You can choose between a parallel hookup (where disconnecting one speaker does not affect others) or a loop-through hookup (where disconnecting one speaker disconnects subsequent ones).

Tap Selector

The rotary switch is located on the front baffle. Adjust this before installing the grille. Turn counter-clockwise to set to 8Ω (low impedance) or clockwise to select 70V/100V distributed system tap settings.

Painting

The speaker rim and grille can be painted. Use a light solvent to clean the surface first. Apply two thin coats of latex or oil-based paint. Use the included clear plastic paint shield to protect the drivers while painting the rim.

Maintenance

No regular maintenance is required. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If service is needed, contact an authorized JBL Service Center.