JBL CS6100 User's Manual
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1. Frequency Response 6dB Amplifier Driver Dimensions H x W x D including feet Weight 100Hz 20kHz 10 100 Watts 88dB 8 Ohms 3 0kHz 12dB octave 1 2 13mm Titanium laminate dome magnetically shielded Dual 3 1 2 89mm magnetically shielded 11 3 8 x 5 1 8 x 3 3 8 289mm x 131mm x 86mm 3 2 Ib 1 5kg 100Hz 20kHz 10 100 Watts 88dB 8 Ohms 3 0kHz 12dB octave 1 2 13mm Titanium laminate dome magnetically shielded Dual 3 1 2 89mm magnetically shielded 5 1 4 x 11 3 8 x 3 3 8 133mm x 289mm x 86mm 3 2 Ib 1 5kg 30Hz 120Hz 150W RMS 300W Peak 10 250mm 18 1 2 x 12 3 4 x 15 470mm x 324mm x 381mm 41 Ib 18 6kg t The Peak Dynamic Power is measured by recording the highest center to peak voltage measured across the output of a resistive load equal to minimum impedance of the transducer using a 50Hz sine wave burst 3 cycles on 17 cycles off All features and specifications are subject to change without notice JBL is a trademark of Harman International Industries Incorporated registered in the United States and or other countries Pro Sound Comes Home is a trademark of Harman International Industries Incorporated Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc YOM PRO SOUND COMES HOME Harman Consumer Group Inc 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury NY 11797 USA 8500 Balboa Boulevard No2. PROCESSOR SUB OUT 15 4 5m Subwoofer cable EINE PEVELIN NE included Oj GREEN ON J RED STAND BY I NOTE If your receiver processor has only one sub out you may use either the L or R input Important Whenever changing cables pulling plugs etc ALWAYS TURN OFF ALL EQUIPMENT including the subwoofer OPERATION Surround Modes When using the CS6100 speakers in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater system make sure all speakers are set to Small In a Dolby Pro Logic home theater system make sure the receiver s center channel mode is set to Normal Some Dolby Digital equipped receivers processors offer different setup options for each source or surround mode e g CD stereo videotape Dolby Pro Logic In each case follow your equipment s instructions to ensure that the subwoofer output is turned on and that the speakers are set to Small in each mode Power On Plug your subwoofer s AC cord into a wall outlet Do not use the outlets on the back of the receiver Initially set the Subwoofer Level Control to the MIN position Turn on the subwoofer by pressing the Power Switch on the rear panel Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie soundtrack at a moderate level Auto On Standby With the Power Switch in the ON position the LED on the rear panel will remain lit in green or red to indicate the ON or STANDBY mode of the
3. mounted on the wall There is a fixed mount wall bracket and an adjustable wall bracket provided for each satellite and the center channel Each speaker bracket will require up to four 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 NOTE The customer is responsible for the correct selection and use of mounting hardware available through hardware stores that will ensure the proper and safe wall mounting of the speakers Fixed Mount Wall Bracket Step 1 Mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the mounting screws Step 2 Attach the bracket to the wall using two screws not included Step 3 Remove the rubber ring on the bottom of the satellite and seat the satellite or center channel speaker onto the back bracket Step 4 Attach the 1 4 20 screw into the insert on the bottom of the speaker and tighten Adjustable Wall Bracket Step 1 Remove the cap over the threaded insert on the rear of the speaker Step 2 Mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the mounting screws Step 3 Place the bracket against the wall and fasten four 1 1 2 10 wood screws not included through the bracket s screw holes into the wall If a wall stud is not available use an appropriate anchor Step 4 Unscrew the round collar C from the bracket A Step 5 Screw the ball and shaft assembly B
4. subwoofer RED STANDBY No signal detected Amp Off GREEN ON Signal detected Amp On The subwoofer will automatically enter the Standby mode after approximately 10 minutes when no signal is detected from your system The subwoofer will then power on instantly when a signal is detected During periods of normal use the Power Switch can be left on You may turn off the Power Switch for extended periods of nonoperation e g when you are away on vacation Adjust Level Turn the Subwoofer Level Control up about halfway If no sound emanates from the subwoofer check the AC line cord and input cables Are the connectors on the cables making proper contact Is the AC plug connected to a live receptacle Has the Power Switch been pressed to the ON position Once you have confirmed that the subwoofer is active proceed by playing a CD or DVD Use a selection that has ample bass information Set the overall volume control of the receiver processor to a comfortable level Adjust the Subwoofer Level Control until you obtain a pleasing blend of bass Bass response should not overpower the room but rather be adjusted so there is a harmonious blend across the entire musical range Many users have a tendency to set the subwoofer volume too loud adhering to the belief that a subwoofer is there to produce lots of bass This is not entirely true A subwoofer is there to enhance bass extending the response of the entire system so th
5. JBL CINEMA SOUND SPEAKERS OWNER S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with a dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all
6. e bass can be felt as well as heard However overall balance must be maintained or the music will not sound natural An experienced listener will set the volume of the subwoofer so its impact on bass response is always there but never obtrusive Phase Control The Phase Switch determines whether the subwoofer speaker s pistonlike action moves in and out with the main speakers 0 or opposite the main speakers 180 Proper phase adjustment depends on several variables such as room size subwoofer placement and listener position Adjust the phase switch to maximize bass output at the listening position Final Positioning After correctly connecting the CS6100 system and verifying that both the subwoofer and all satellite speakers are playing it is time to optimize the system for your particular listening room Earlier you placed the subwoofer in its general location Finding the exact location for optimum performance sometimes only involves moving the speakers up to a few inches in any direction We urge you therefore to experiment with placement if possible until your speakers deliver their full potential A Few Suggestions We recommend that you do not operate your speakers or subwoofer with the bass treble and loudness controls set to full boost This will place undue strain on your electronics and speakers and could damage them The volume control setting on your processor preamp or receiver is not a specific indication of
7. inal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective red terminal on each speaker Connect the black terminals in the same way Important Do not reverse polarities i e to or to when making connections Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response Be certain that positive and negative wire strands are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage your equipment insert Bare End Tighten Terminal Stripe Receiver or Amplifier rear view wakes One Channel Shown Figure 4 Wiring diagram shows polarity connections for one channel of a home theater system Center Channel Observe polarities when making speaker connections as shown in Figure 5 Connect each terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective red terminal on the speaker Connect the black terminals in the same way Important Do not reverse polarities i e to or to when making connections Be certain that positive and negative wire strands are completely isolated to avoid short circuits that may damage your equipment NOTE On certain models using hexagonal terminal nuts a small socket wrench is provided to help in properly tightening the terminals Hand tighten only and do not overtighten Speaker Wire Figure 5 The satellites and center channel speaker feature terminals that can be connected in several diffe
8. lm recording and reproduction from live performances to the recordings you play in your home car or office We re confident that the JBL system you have chosen will provide every note of enjoyment that you expected and that when you think about purchasing additional audio equipment for your home car or office you will once again choose JBL Please take a moment to register your product on our Web site at www jbl com It enables us to keep you posted on our latest advance ments and helps us to better understand our customers and build products that meet their needs and expectations INCLUDED Carefully unpack the system If you suspect damage from transit report it immediately to your dealer and or delivery service Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use Open the package and verify the following contents O 1 Center 1 Subwoofer 4 Satellite speakers 5 Adjustable wall brackets for satellites and center channel with tightening bar 1 Wall bracket for center channel PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM Before deciding where to best place your speakers survey your room and study Figures 1 and 2 Subwoofer Left Front Center Right Front Channel Channel Channel 0 0 Left Right Surround Surround Channel Channel Figure 1 In this overhead view of a typical installation satellite speakers are used to reproduce sound for the fron
9. ment in the listening room and how the subwoofer is aligned with the satellite speakers Setting the volume of the subwoofer in relation to the left and right speakers is also of critical importance because it s essential that the subwoofer integrate smoothly with the entire system Setting the subwoofer s volume level too high will result in an overpowering boomy bass Setting the volume level too low will negate the benefits of the subwoofer Here are several additional facts on installation that may prove useful It is generally believed that low frequencies below 125Hz are nondirectional and therefore placement of a subwoofer within any listening room is not critical While in theory it is true that the larger wavelengths of extremely low frequencies are basically nondirectional the fact is that when installing a subwoofer within the limited confines of a room reflections standing waves and absorptions generated within the room will strongly influence the performance of any subwoofer system As a result specific location of the subwoofer becomes important and we strongly recommend that you experiment with placement before choosing a final location Placement will depend upon your room for example whether or not your room permits placement of the subwoofer near either satellite and the amount and quality of bass required WALL MOUNTING THE SATELLITES AND CENTER CHANNEL The CS6100 satellites and center channel are designed to be
10. rent ways e g spade terminals and direct wiring as shown here SUBWOOFER CONTROLS Rear Panel LINE LEVEL IN SUBWOOFER LEVEL I a MIN MAX T3 15A L 250V WARNING FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINSTRISK OF FIRE REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T 3 158 LASOV FUSE AVERTISSEMENT UTILISEZ UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE T 3 15A LI250V E CS100SUB JBL Incorporated H A Harman International Company AC 120V 60Hz This area is designed to become quite warm Csarzahe 250W atts during normal operation F ELI DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AVERTISSEMENT POUR PR VENIR LES RISQUES D INCENDIE OU DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE EVITER D EXPOSER CETAPPAREIL ALA PLUIE OU A UHUMIDITE Phase Switch O LFE Input Line Level Inputs O Power Indicator LED Subwoofer Level Control Power Switch Subwoofer Connections If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver processor with a low frequency effects LFE or subwoofer output RECEIVER PROCESSOR E O SUBWOOFER OR LFE OUTPUT LINE LEVEL IN SUBWOOFER L L L GREEN ON EVE I RED e C Y MIN MAX 15 4 5m Subwoofer cable included If your receiver processor does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS processor but has a subwoofer output RECEIVER
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12. servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on the apparatus 16 To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle 17 The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable 18 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte nance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING JBL For more than 60 years JBL has been involved in every aspect of music and fi
13. t and surround channels The center channel reproduces sound and dialogue The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects and music SUuniwoorer Right Front O Channel Center Channel O Right Left Front Surround Channel Channel ST Left Surround Channel Figure 2 This figure shows an alternative layout which may be more suitable for some rooms PLACEMENT Left and Right Front Channels For left and right front channels place one satellite to the left and another to the right of the television as shown in Figure 1 Since the speakers are magnetically shielded you can place them very close to the TV without worrying about the magnetic field distorting the picture Center Channel For the center channel place the speaker directly on top of or below your television Use a shelf or one of the included wall brackets if the television does not provide a stable platform Surround Channels For left and right surround channels place one speaker on the left and another on the right to the side of or slightly behind the listening area The surround speakers should be mounted at a height of between 1 5m 5 ft and 2m 7 ft Subwoofer Since the installation of a subwoofer can be somewhat more complicated than installing full range speakers it is essential that you read this section very carefully prior to connecting the subwoofer to your system The performance of the subwoofer is directly related to its place
14. the overall loudness level of the speakers The only important consideration is the loudness level at which the system can be played regardless of where the volume control is set Always turn down the volume control setting on your processor preamp or receiver when changing sources or switching inputs to AM or FM operation Excessively loud transients clicks or popping sounds can damage the satellite speakers and possibly the subwoofer Maintenance and Service The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a soft cloth to remove fingerprints or to wipe off dust All wiring connections should be inspected and cleaned or remade periodically The frequency of maintenance depends on the metals involved in the connections atmospheric conditions and other factors but once per year is the minimum In the event that your system ever needs service contact your local JBL dealer or distributor or visit www jbl com for a service center near you 10 SPECIFICATIONS CS6100 SATELLITES Frequency Response 6dB Recommended Amplifier Power Range Sensitivity 2 83V 1 meter Nominal Impedance Crossover Frequency High Frequency Driver Midrange Driver Dimensions H x W x D Weight CENTER Frequency Response 6dB Recommended Amplifier Power Range Sensitivity 2 83V 1 meter Nominal Impedance Crossover Frequency High Frequency Driver Midrange Driver Dimensions H x W x D Weight SUBWOOFER
15. to the 1 4 20 insert on the back of the satellite or the center channel do not use the bottom insert on either speaker Back out 1 2 of a turn and tighten the nut against the speaker If the ball and shaft assembly is not backed out before tightening the nut performing Step 8 below may dislodge the threaded insert in the speaker housing and permanently damage the speaker Step 6 Attach the speaker wire as shown on page 7 Step 7 Drop the round collar C over the ball and shaft assembly B that is mounted to the speaker with the finished side of the collar facing the rear of the speaker Step 8 Carefully push the ball straight into the socket mounted on the wall angle the speaker as desired and tighten the collar using the enclosed metal bar Figure 3 Bracket on wall CENTER AND SATELLITE SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Turn Off All Power After placing the speakers you are ready to connect your system First turn off all audio system power Use high quality speaker wire to make your connections 18 gauge speaker wire with polarity coding is included For longer distances 16 gauge or heavier wire is recommended The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered positive polarity Also consult the owner s manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver to confirm connection procedures Satellites Observe polarities when making speaker connections as shown in Figure 4 Connect each term
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