JBL CSS-H30 | 30 Watt Paging Horn Public Address Systems

The JBL CSS-H30 Paging Horn is an unparalleled choice for applications requiring clear, powerful voice projections, especially in demanding environments. Engineered to deliver exceptional voice range clarity, this horn is ideal for public address systems, announcements, paging, intercoms, security alerts, alarms, and industrial applications. With its robust, weather-resistant design (IP-65 rated), the CSS-H30 is built to withstand various environmental conditions, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Its focused coverage pattern allows the sound to travel greater distances, making it more effective than standard, wider-coverage paging horns. Typical use cases include public access areas, warehouses, factories, schools, recreational facilities, commercial buildings, distribution centers, civic centers, and other commercial sound and protective signaling systems.The CSS-H30 features a high-sensitivity configuration that delivers substantial sound levels with minimal power amplification. Its focused 50° horizontal by 70° vertical coverage ensures long-throw capability, making it perfect for spaces that require sound to be projected over long distances. Moreover, the phenolic diaphragm driver adds durability for outdoor applications, ensuring high reliability. This versatile paging horn also includes a UL-registered 30-watt multi-tap transformer with an 8-ohm direct bypass, offering flexible installation options. The built-in high-pass filter further enhances reliability by protecting the unit against low-frequency damage. Constructed with a stainless steel bracket and hardware, this horn is designed to last, even in the harshest environments.Whether you are setting up a new public address system or upgrading an existing one, the JBL CSS-H30 provides the quality performance and durability required for effective communication in various challenging environments. Its range of advanced features ensures that messages are clearly heard, even in large, noisy spaces.

Key Features

• Excellent voice range clarity for announcement and paging
• High sensitivity delivers high sound levels with minimal power amplification
• Focused 50° horizontal by 70° vertical coverage for long throw capability
• Phenolic diaphragm driver for outdoor durability and high reliability
• UL-registered 30-watt multi-tap transformer, with 8 ohm direct bypass
• Built-in high-pass filter enhances reliability by protecting against low frequency damage
• Highly weather-resistant, with stainless steel bracket and hardware

Specifications

• Frequency Range (-10dB): 380 Hz - 6 kHz
• Coverage Pattern: 50 degrees horizontal by 70 degrees vertical
• Included High-Pass Filter: Passive 350 Hz high-pass filter built-in to protect against damage from frequencies below operational range
• Directivity Factor: 15.8 (2 kHz)
• Directivity Index: 12.0 (2 kHz)
• System Power Rating: 30W (120W peak), 100 hours
• Sensitivity (1W, 2.83V @ 1m): 108 dB, average 1 kHz - 6 kHz; 112 dB at 1.4 kHz
• Max. SPL: 123 dB cont. average (129 dB peak), 1 kHz - 6 kHz; 127 dB cont. average (133 dB peak), 1.4 kHz, 30W input, 8 ohm setting
• Nominal Impedance: 30W/70V, NC/100V tap: 167 ohms; 15W/70V, 30W/100V tap: 333 ohms; 7.5W/70V, 15W/100V tap: 667 ohms; 3.8W/70V, 7.5W/100V tap: 1333 ohms; 1.9W/70V, 3.8W/100V tap: 2666 ohms; 8 ohms at 8 ohm direct setting
• Transformer Taps: 70V: 30W, 15W, 7.5W, 3.8W, 1.9W; 100V: 30W, 15W, 7.5W, 3.8W
• Driver: 38 mm (1.5") diameter with phenolic diaphragm
• Horn Material: ABS
• Mounting Hardware: Stainless steel powder-coated U-bracket (yolk) with 3 x 10.4 mm (0.41 in) diameter mounting holes, stainless steel exterior hardware
• Color: RAL 9016 (horn and bracket)
• Input Connection: 300 mm (12") pigtail to bare wire; entrance via watertight fitting; wire colors: red = positive (+), black = negative (-)
• Environmental: IP-65 rating per IEC529, salt spray per B117, stainless steel U-bracket and exterior hardware
• Safety Agency Certifications: Transformer UL registered per UL1876 "Isolating signal and feedback transformers for use in electronic equipment"
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 206 x 285 x 287 mm (8.2 x 11.2 x 11.3") horn; 224 x 285 x 287 mm (8.9 x 11.2 x 11.3") including mounting bracket; Depth excludes cable exit
• Weight: 4.5 lbs (2.0 kgs)
• Shipping Weight: 6.0 lbs (2.7 kgs)
• Included Accessories: Stainless steel mounting bracket

Package Contents

• JBL CSS-H30 Paging Horn
• Stainless Steel Mounting Bracket
• Installation Guide