User manual JBL CONTROL NOW AW

[. . . ] ® JBL CONTROL SERIES JBL CONTROL NOWTM JBL CONTROL NOWTM AW ® ® OWNER'S GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING THE SPEAKERS . 18 UNPACKING THE BRACKET AND CABLE KIT . 28 JBL CONTROL NOWTM LOUDSPEAKERS For more than 60 years, we have been providing JBL® audio equipment for top concert halls, recording studios and movie theaters around the world, becoming the hands-down choice of leading recording artists and sound engineers. With JBL Control NOWTM loudspeakers, innovative technologies such as titaniumlaminate dome tweeters, PolyPlasTM transducer reinforcement and a patented, controlled-directivity Bi-Radial® horn are available to you. [. . . ] The most common connection is shown in the diagram to the left. To ensure proper polarity, connect each + terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on each speaker, as shown. Connect the ­ (black) terminals in a similar way. See the owner's guides that were included with your amplifier, receiver and television to confirm connection procedures. IMPORTANT: Do not reverse polarities (i. e. , + to ­ or ­ to +) when making connections. Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response. Standard Connection RED = + BLACK = -- Wiring diagram shows polarity connections for one channel of a stereo or home theater system. 12 4. The mounting bracket is designed to trap the flange of the JBL Control NOW speaker by securing the mounting bracket cap with two screws through the bottom of the mounting bracket. This will support the weight of the speaker. Now slide the mounting-bracket cap over the assembly. Secure the mounting- bracket cap by inserting two #10-32 x 2" (M5 51 mm) screws (provided) in the bottom of the mounting bracket and tightening. Repeat the process with the remaining speaker. Mounting-Bracket Cap 5. Now rest the second JBL Control NOW speaker's rear flange in the mounting bracket, as shown, and complete the process. Secure the mounting-bracket cap with two #10-32 x 2" (M5 51 mm) screws through the bottom of the mounting bracket. Mounting Bracket (side view) #10-32 x 2" Screws (2) #10-32 x 2" (M5 51 mm) Screws (2) (side view) 6. To orient the JBL logo into the correct position, pull the JBL logo slightly outward from the speaker grille and rotate. The JBL logo is held in place by a spring. Peel the adhesive cover off the mounting-bracket covers and attach to the top and bottom of the mounting assembly. Mounting-Bracket Covers #10-32 x 2" (M5 51 mm) Screws (2) Mounting-Bracket Covers 13 English 3/4-ROUND WALL-MOUNTING Speaker 1 When deciding upon a location for the JBL Control NOW speaker, take care NOT to install the mounting bracket closer than 3" (7, 6 cm) to the ceiling. Any closer than 3" (7, 6 cm) will not allow the room needed to position and slide the JBL Control NOW speaker into the mounting bracket. ceiling 3" (7, 5 cm) Minimum distance from ceiling to top of bracket (horizontal mounting) Speaker 2 Speaker 3 2. Attach the mounting bracket to the wall. CAUTION The customer is responsible for proper selection and use of mounting hardware (available through hardware stores), to properly and safely wall-mount the speakers. The JBL Control NOW speaker was designed to be easily installed. However, if you are unable to clearly and fully understand and follow the instructions in this manual, or if you are unsure of your ability to properly install these loudspeakers, please contact your dealer or a qualified installer. Please do not use any power tools during installation. Power tools can exert excessive and unnecessary torque which, in turn, can damage fasteners or other parts and accessories, reducing their strength and causing possible failure of the fastener or part. [. . . ] Insert bare end; release push connector BLACK = -- RED = + Pole-Mount Bracket The speakers have coded terminals that accept a variety of wire connectors. The most common connection is shown in the diagram to the left. To ensure proper polarity, connect each + terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on each speaker, as shown. Connect the ­ (black) terminals in a similar way. [. . . ]