JBL Intellivox DS380 - 20 x 4-inch Powered Column Loudspeaker with 130-Degree Horizontal/Adjustable Vertical Coverage and Top Amplifier in White Finish

The JBL Professional Intellivox DS380 is a state-of-the-art 20 x 4-inch powered column loudspeaker designed for superior speech intelligibility and even sound coverage in acoustically challenging environments. Capable of delivering a constant sound pressure level across a 45-meter throw distance, the DS380 combines innovative beam steering technology with powerful audio performance. Featuring 20 custom-designed 4-inch full-range drivers powered by a 16-channel class-D amplifier and JBL's patented Digital Directivity Synthesis (DDS) technology, this column speaker provides precise vertical beam shaping and a fixed 130-degree horizontal dispersion for seamless coverage. Its slim, unobtrusive design makes it an excellent choice for architecturally sensitive installations in conference halls, houses of worship, transportation hubs, and public spaces.

The DS380 is equipped with advanced 32-bit floating-point DSP, offering extensive audio processing features including delay, parametric EQ, automatic volume control, and RMS/peak limiting. The system also includes integral surveillance capabilities to meet the rigorous requirements of voice alarm and life safety applications. Remote management is enabled via JBL's proprietary WinControl software, allowing easy control over beam steering, presets, and monitoring features. For enhanced low-frequency performance, the DS380 can be paired with JBL subwoofers, creating a complete sound reinforcement solution.

Built for durability and long-term reliability, the DS380 features a robust aluminum enclosure with a white RAL 9010 finish and a black RAL 9011 speaker baffle. Its compliance with international safety and EMC standards ensures dependable performance in any environment. With its exceptional clarity, advanced technology, and sleek aesthetic, the Intellivox DS380 is an ideal solution for high-demand audio applications requiring precision and intelligibility.

Features

• Powered column loudspeaker with 20 x 4-inch full-range drivers
• Adjustable vertical beam shaping with fixed 130-degree horizontal dispersion
• Constant sound pressure levels over a 45-meter throw distance
• Frequency response from 130 Hz to 20 kHz for extended full-range performance
• Maximum SPL of 95 dB peak (A-weighted at 30 meters)
• Advanced 32-bit floating-point DSP with delay, EQ, and automatic volume control
• 16-channel class-D amplifier with 16 x 40W RMS output
• Integrated surveillance features for voice alarm and life safety applications
• Remote control and monitoring via RS-485 interface and WinControl software
• Upgradeable firmware for future-proof functionality
• Durable aluminum enclosure with RAL 9010 white finish and RAL 9011 black speaker baffle
• Dimensions: 147.6 x 5.3 x 3.6 inches, weight: 42 lbs
• Complies with EN 62368-1 safety standards and EN 55032 EMC standards
• Ideal for speech reinforcement in large, acoustically challenging venues

Specifications

Acoustical

• Frequency range
  • 4" loudspeaker: 230 - 10k Hz (+/-3 dB)
  • Complete array: 130 - 20k Hz (+/-3 dB)
• Max SPL
  • Continuous : 92 dBSPL(A-weighed at 30 m)
  • Peak : 95 dBSPL(A-weighed at 30 m)
• Coverage
  • Horizontal (fixed) : 130 deg (-6 dB, averaged 1k to 4k Hz)
  • Vertical (adjustable) : defined by the DDS algorithm
  • Typical throw : 45 m
• Dynamic range: >100 dB

Electrical

• Input
  • Nominal level: 0 dBV (RMS, line input)
  • Maximum level: +19 dBV (peak, line input)
  • Type: dual line input, transformer balanced
  • Impedance (balanced): 6k8 Ω
• DSP module
  • Type: floating point 900 MFLOPS 32 bits
  • Memory: 64 Mb SDRAM + 3 Mb non volatile
  • AD DA conversion:: 24 bits sigma-delta 128 x oversampling
  • Auxilliary processor: 200 nsec single cycle RISC
  • Sample rate: 48.8 kHz (default)
  • Latency: 3.7 ms
  • Signal processing: 21 sec (pre-delay) + 2 x 10 sec (input channel delay), equalizer and compensation filtering, volume, individual RMS and peak limiters on each output, ambient noise level dependent gain adaptation ('fail-safe'), eight output filters + delay ringbuffers, dual input configuration
• Control unit
  • Network interface type: serial full-duplex RS-485, autoswitching 115k2, 57k6, 38k4,19k2 baud, optically isolated
  • Maximum number of units: 126 units
  • Remote surveillance: general status (DSP running, signal present etc.), amplifier monitoring and load monitoring schemes, external pilot tone detection (20k5 28k Hz, level >= -22 dBV), built-in ambient noise microphone, override through, external ambient mic, frost protection, fan control for optional external fan (24 V DC / 3 W max.), thermal overload protection
  • Failure: internal hardware bypass circuit, failure relay (external connector, maskable conditions) SPDT 100 mA / 24 V, jumper configurable for volt-free or impedance-sensing (10k / 20k Ω) operation, failure status can be indicated at front by bi-colour LED
• Power amps
  • Type: PWM (class D)
  • Power: 16 x 40 Wrms(4 ohm)
  • Protection: thermal shutdown if Tjunction> 150 °C, current limiting output stage
• Connectors
  • General type: 5 mm pitch cage clamp (as WAGO series 231)
  • Audio inputs: 6p male
  • RS-485 interface: 5p male
  • Ambient noise and temp sensor: 5p female
  • Failure detect and fan control: 5p female
• PSU
  • Mains: 3p IEC
  • Mains voltage (+5/-10 %)10: 230 or 115 V
  • Mains fuse(s): 1 x 6.3 A (slow type)
  • Power consumption: 84 VA (idle) / 433 VA (male speech STIPA) / 800 VA (full load)
  • Power factor: 0.55 (idle) / 0.60 (full load)
  • Max mains inrush current: 25 A short-time peak (@ 230 V)
  • Protection: thermal protection, output current limiting, under-voltage lock out

General

• Temperature range (ambient): 0 to 40 °C (32 - 104 °F)
• Transducers: 20 x 4" full range
• Dimensions: 147.6 x 5.3 x 3.6 inches
• Default colour
  • Enclosure and grill: RAL 9010 (white)
  • Speaker baffle: RAL 9011 (black)
• Weight: 42 lbs
• Standards
  • Safety: EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017
  • EMC: EN 55032:2012/AC:2013 class A, EN 55103-2:2009