JBL Intellivox HP-DS170 – High-Power IP55 Outdoor-Capable Beam-Shaping Column

Product Overview

The JBL Intellivox HP-DS170 (IVX-587041) is a high-power 2-way beam-shaping powered column loudspeaker engineered for demanding commercial AV installations in both indoor and outdoor environments. Rated IP55 for dust and water resistance, the HP-DS170 delivers up to 106 dB SPL at 100 feet from a 5.57-foot-long array — making it the appropriate specification for outdoor permanent installations, large transportation terminals, exhibition halls, and architecturally constrained spaces requiring weatherized high-output column performance. The 10 × 6.5-inch driver array, combined with 2 × 1-inch compression drivers, provides extended frequency response from 140 Hz to 18 kHz with 100-degree horizontal dispersion. Integrated DSP and amplification deliver a complete self-powered system without external rack equipment.

Product Description

The HP-DS170 is part of JBL's High Power Intellivox series, purpose-built for installations where standard column loudspeakers cannot meet the required SPL or environmental protection demands. The IP55 rating enables deployment in exposed outdoor environments, semi-covered transit facilities, large atria with HVAC-generated moisture, and any permanent installation where dust and water protection are specified requirements. Ten 6.5-inch full-range drivers and two 1-inch compression drivers provide the driver volume and HF clarity needed for high-SPL intelligible speech reinforcement across the 100-degree horizontal coverage plane. At 5.57 feet (1.7 meters) in array length, the HP-DS170 is more compact than many Intellivox models while still achieving high-output performance suited to challenging acoustic environments. DDS (Digital Directivity Synthesis) beam-shaping controls vertical coverage via integrated DSP, suppressing reflections and maintaining intelligibility in reverberant or mixed indoor-outdoor deployment scenarios. The HP-DS170 is self-contained with integrated amplification and DSP, requiring no external equipment room infrastructure.

Key Features

• IP55 Environmental Protection — Dust and water resistance enables permanent outdoor, semi-outdoor, and weatherized indoor installations not suited for standard column loudspeakers.
• 106 dB SPL at 100 Feet — High-power output from a 5.57-foot compact array delivers intelligible coverage in challenging high-ambient-noise and large-venue environments.
• 10 × 6.5-inch + 2 × 1-inch Driver Array — High-power 2-way configuration with 10 full-range and 2 compression HF drivers provides extended SPL capability and HF clarity.
• 100° Horizontal Dispersion — Wide horizontal coverage suited to large open spaces and outdoor venues where broad horizontal fill is required.
• DDS Beam-Shaping Technology — Digital Directivity Synthesis provides software-controlled vertical coverage shaping for precise audience targeting in varied installation environments.
• Integrated DSP and Amplification — Self-contained system eliminates external rack equipment requirements, simplifying weatherized and remote permanent installations.
• Compact 5.57-Foot Array Length — Delivers high-power HP series performance in a more compact footprint than extended-array Intellivox models.
• High Power Series Performance — Engineered specifically for challenging acoustic environments where standard Intellivox models are insufficient.

Typical Applications

• Transportation terminal — outdoor and semi-covered airports, rail stations, and transit facilities requiring IP55-rated high-SPL column paging coverage
• House of worship — large outdoor or partially-covered worship venues requiring weatherized high-power beam-shaping column reinforcement
• Auditorium — outdoor amphitheatres and open-air performing arts spaces requiring permanent IP-rated column array systems
• Government space — outdoor public assembly spaces, plazas, and transportation hubs requiring permanent weatherized high-output column coverage
• Multi-purpose room — large atria or semi-exposed indoor spaces with moisture or dust exposure requiring IP55 loudspeaker protection

Technical Specifications

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What's in the Box

• JBL Intellivox HP-DS170 high-power column loudspeaker (IVX-587041)
• Mounting hardware and installation brackets
• Power supply cable
• Documentation and setup guide

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the IP55 rating mean for the HP-DS170?

IP55 means the enclosure is rated for protection against dust ingress (level 5 — dust protected) and water jets from any direction (level 5 — water resistant). This enables permanent outdoor installation and deployment in semi-exposed or high-humidity indoor environments such as covered transit platforms, atriums, and outdoor amphitheatres.

Does the HP-DS170 require an external amplifier?

No. The HP-DS170 includes integrated amplification and DSP, making it a fully self-powered system. It connects directly to line-level signal sources with no external amplifier or rack equipment required.

How does the HP-DS170 differ from the standard HP-DS370?

The HP-DS370 is a larger, higher-power model with 37 drivers and extended coverage for the most demanding large-venue applications. The HP-DS170, with its 5.57-foot array and 10 × 6.5-inch drivers, is more compact and suited to medium-high output outdoor and weatherized installations where the HP-DS370's larger form factor is not required.

What warranty applies to the HP-DS170?

JBL Professional products carry a limited manufacturer warranty. For commercial installation warranty terms, contact Creation Networks or an authorized JBL distributor.