User manual JBL SP5

[. . . ] DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Declaration of Conformity We, Harman Consumer International 2, route de Tours 72500 Chateau-du-Loir France declare in own responsibility, that the products described in this owner's manual are in compliance with technical standards: EN 50081-1:1992 EN 50082-1:1997 Luc E. Godard Harman Consumer International Chateau-du-Loir, France 5/02 OWNER'S GUIDE PRODUCT LINE: PRO SOUND COMES HOMETM JBL Consumer Products 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797 8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 800-336-4JBL (4525) (USA only) www. jbl. com NOTE: SOUNDPOINT TM SERIES MODELS: SP5, SP6, SP6C, SP8, SP8C DESIGN GOAL: Combine the superior performance of traditional JBL loudspeakers with the convenience of in-wall installation. TWEETER TYPE: Titanium-laminate-dome with EOSTM SOUNDPOINTTM SERIES SP5, SP6, SP6C, SP8, SP8C For new-construction applications, be sure to purchase the correct rough-in frame kit. waveguide, and swivel mount WOOFER TYPE: Titanium-laminate cone with rubber surround CROSSOVER NETWORK: Straight-Line Signal PathTM (SSP) ©2002 JBL, Incorporated JBL is a registered trademark of JBL, Incorporated. ai5235 2 PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE: Studio Monitor OWNER'S GUIDE THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING JBL For more than 50 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of music and film recording and reproduction, from live performances to monitoring the recordings you play in your home, car or office. [. . . ] The surround speakers should not call attention to themselves. They should provide a diffuse, ambient sound accompanying the main program material heard in the front speakers. SP6C, SP8C One pair of speakers with grille. Template/paint shield. Remove paint shield (inner circle) at perforation. 2 3 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS CONNECTION TIPS The wires for both speakers should be the same length. If one speaker is placed closer to the amplifier than the other, hide the excess wire behind the wall. Speakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (­) terminals. Most manufacturers of speakers and electronics, including JBL, use red to denote the (+) terminal and black for the (­) terminal. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (­) on the speaker to (­) on the amplifier. Wiring "out of phase" results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the advent of multichannel surround-sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equally important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of the program material. EXISTING CONSTRUCTION SP5, SP6, SP8 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" Remove the grille from the speaker frame. Determine the correct speaker location. Note: Remove the inner template, which is the paint shield, at the perforation. Use the outer template when cutting the drywall. Note: Always allow at least one-half inch between a wall stud and the speaker cutout or the locking tabs will not be able to swivel into place. WIRE LENGTH RECOMMENDED SIZE Up to 20 ft. Greater than 30 ft. 16 gauge 12 gauge 10 gauge Cut the drywall. INSTALLATION The SoundPointTM Series in-wall speakers were designed to be easily installed. However, if you are unsure of your ability to properly install these loudspeakers, please contact your dealer or a qualified installer. TOOLS NEEDED Connect the speaker wires to the speaker. Place the frame assembly in the wall. Pencil Phillips #2 screwdriver Measuring tape Utility knife Screw down each of the four Phillips head screws. The locking tabs will swivel into place and secure the unit to the rear surface of the drywall. Replace the metal grille. Carpenter's level Awl 4 5 EXISTING CONSTRUCTION SP6C, SP8C NEW CONSTRUCTION You will need to purchase the correct rough-in frame kit for your model: SPEAKER MODEL ROUGH-IN FRAME KIT 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" SP5 SP6 SP6C SP8 SP8C RIF5 RIF6 RIF6C RIF8 RIF8C Detailed installation instructions are supplied with the rough-in kit. Remove the grille from the speaker frame. Determine the correct speaker location. Note: Remove the inner template, which is the paint shield, at the perforation. Use the outer template when cutting the drywall. Cut the drywall. Note: Always allow at least one-half inch between a wall stud and the speaker cutout or the locking tabs will not be able to swivel into place. PAINTING THE SPEAKER FRAME AND GRILLE SoundPointTM Series loudspeakers can be painted to match any decor. If you wish to change their color, the satin finish on the grille and frame will function as a primer coat. Before painting, install the paint shield (inner section of template in the assembly kit) securely into the recess in the baffle. [. . . ] When using a subwoofer, make sure the subwoofer output of the receiver/processor has been enabled. If no subwoofer is being used, make sure the left and right front and rear speakers have been configured as "LARGE. " See your receiver/processor's owner's manual for futher information on correct speaker configuration in Dolby Digital, DTS and other surround-sound modes. IF THE SYSTEM PLAYS AT LOW VOLUMES BUT SHUTS OFF AS VOLUME IS INCREASED: Replace the metal grille. · Review proper operation of your receiver/amplifier. IF THERE IS NO SOUND COMING FROM ONE SPEAKER: · Check all wires and connections between receiver/amplifier and speakers. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut or punctured. · If more than one pair of main speakers is being used, check the minimum-impedance requirements of your receiver/amplifier. [. . . ]