User manual JBL CS 1500

[. . . ] When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in a fire or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. [. . . ] Place the subwoofer in that location. WALL-MOUNTING THE CSC55 AND CSB5 The CSC55 center channel and the CSB5 are designed to be mounted on the wall. There are two (2) fixed-mount wall brackets provided for the CSC55, and one for the CSB5. Each speaker bracket will require up to three 1-1/2" #10 wood screws; each screw should be fastened to a wall stud. If a wall stud is unavailable, install an anchor appropriate for a 1-1/2" #10 screw. Using the included mounting template (CSC55 only) or the bracket back plate (CSB5 only), mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the mounting screws. Attach the back plate(s) of the bracket to the wall using three screws (not included). Attach the front plate(s) (with the two holes) of the bracket(s) to the CSC55 or CSB5, using the provided screws. Slide the CSC55 or CSB5 speaker with attached bracket front plate(s) onto the back plate(s) of the bracket(s). CSC55 Once positioned properly, the speaker should slide down slightly and become secure. To remove the speaker from the wall, simply slide the speaker up. NOTE: The customer is responsible for the correct selection and use of mounting hardware (available through hardware stores) to ensure the proper and safe wallmounting of the speakers. CSB5 NOTE: Remove the base of the CSB5 by removing the two screws on the bottom of the speaker. 5 English SPEAKER CONNECTIONS CONNECTION TIPS CST55 CSB5, CSC55 To provide a neater installation, the CST55 allows you to insert the speaker wires through holes in the base. Simply separate and strip the wires as described above, loosen the terminals and insert each wire into its corresponding hole in the base. Then tighten down the terminals. Separate and strip the ends of the speaker wire as shown. Speakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (­) terminals. Most manufacturers of speakers and electronics, including JBL, use red to denote the (+) terminal and black to denote 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. To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the colored collar until the pass-through hole in the center post is visible under the collar. Insert the bare end of the wire through this hole; then screw the collar down until the connection is tight. The hole in the center of each collar is intended for use with banana-type connectors. To comply with European CE certification, these holes are blocked with plastic inserts at the point of manufacture. To use banana-type connectors requires the removal of the inserts. The hole in the center of each collar is intended for use with banana-type connectors. To comply with European CE certification, these holes are blocked with plastic inserts at the point of manufacture. To use banana-type connectors requires the removal of the inserts. 6 DOLBY® DIGITAL OR DTS® (OR OTHER DIGITAL SURROUND MODE) CONNECTION RECEIVER SUBWOOFER L R LFE OUT LINE LFE LEVEL IN Use this installation method for Dolby Digital, DTS or other digital surround processors: Use the line-level input jack marked "LFE" for the LowFrequency Effects channel. Connect this jack to the LFE output or subwoofer output on your receiver or amplifier. [. . . ] If the problem has followed the speaker, consult your dealer for further assistance or, if that is not possible, visit www. jbl. com. If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased: · Check all wires and connections between receiver/ processor and speakers. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut or punctured, or touching each other. · If more than one pair of main speakers is being used, check the minimum impedance requirements of your receiver/ amplifier. If there is low (or no) bass output: · Make sure the connections to the left and right "Speaker Inputs" have the correct polarity (+ and ­). · Make sure the subwoofer is plugged into an active electrical outlet and is turned on (Power switch a pushed in). [. . . ]