Automotive / Car Audio
User Manual for JBL Stadium 22S Midrange Car Speaker
Quick guide for the JBL Stadium 22S midrange car speaker. Includes installation steps, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, and parts list to help you set up your audio system correctly.
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The JBL Stadium 22S is a 2-inch (50mm) PEI dome midrange speaker designed for high-performance car audio systems. This manual provides essential information for installation, wiring, and technical specifications. Ensure your amplifier is compatible with a 3.0-ohm impedance load before installation.
Product description
The Stadium 22S is a compact midrange driver featuring a bandpass crossover enclosure. It is designed to be integrated into component speaker systems, allowing for 3-way upgrades. It features a high-resolution PEI dome and is built for high sensitivity and power handling.
Installation
The installation process involves mounting the speaker into your vehicle's interior panels. Use the included mounting hardware and gaskets to ensure a secure, airtight fit. Refer to the exploded view diagram in the manual to identify the correct assembly order of the speaker, mounting adapter, and grille.
Wiring
Proper wiring is critical for sound quality and system safety. Connect the midrange driver to the provided crossover network. The crossover allows for 2-way or 3-way system configurations. Ensure correct polarity (+ and -) when connecting to the amplifier and crossover terminals. The manual provides a specific wiring diagram showing the connection path from the amplifier to the crossover and the speaker.
Technical specifications
- Type: 2" (50 mm) PEI Dome Midrange with Bandpass Crossover Enclosure
- Power Handling: 50 Wrms, 150 W peak
- Sensitivity (@ 2.83 V): 94 dB
- Frequency Response: 500 Hz – 7 kHz
- Impedance: 3.0 ohms
What's in the box
The package includes the following components for the Stadium 22S:
- 2x Midrange drivers
- 2x Grilles
- 2x Crossovers
- 2x Cables
- 2x Custom Fit Mounting Adapters
- 2x Foam gaskets
- 24x Screws
- 8x Speed clips
- 1x Allen head bit (2.5mm)
- 2x JBL logo badges
- 2x Brand stickers
- Owner’s manual
Manufacturer information
JBL
Practical help
Common problems
Distorted sound or low volume
Check all wiring connections for loose wires or incorrect polarity. Ensure the crossover is correctly configured for your system (2-way or 3-way).
Speaker does not fit in the mounting location
Verify the mounting depth (27.6mm) and diameter against your vehicle's available space. Use the included custom fit mounting adapters if necessary.
Before use
- Verify your amplifier is stable at 3.0 ohms impedance.
- Ensure the mounting location has sufficient depth for the 27.6mm mounting depth.
- Check that your crossover settings are configured for a 3-way system if upgrading.
- Verify all necessary tools (screwdrivers, etc.) are available.
- Inspect the included parts list to ensure all components are present.
Specs in practice
- Power Handling
- 50Wrms / 150W peak: The continuous and maximum power the speaker can handle without damage.
- Frequency Response
- 500Hz – 7kHz: The range of frequencies the speaker is designed to reproduce.
Images and diagrams
- Wiring Diagram: Shows the connection path from the amplifier to the crossover and the midrange driver.
- Exploded View: Illustrates the assembly order of the speaker, mounting adapter, and grille.
Model compatibility
- Designed for 3-way upgradability in Stadium component systems.
- Compatible with systems requiring 3.0-ohm impedance.
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