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JBL CINEMA SOUND

SPEAKERS

CS46 (230V)

®

OWNER’S GUIDE

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READ FIRST! Important Safety Precautions!

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 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, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

16. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

17. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article

810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/

NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

18. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. 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.

Figure A.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

National ElectricalCode ANSI/NFPA 70

19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

20. 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. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

21. 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.

22. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

23. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

25. The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING JBL PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM

For more than 60 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of music and film 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:

Before deciding where to best place your speakers, survey your room and study Figure 1.

Left Front

Channel

Couch

Right Front

Channel

Subwoofer

Figure 1. In this overhead view of a typical installation, satellite speakers are used to reproduce sound for the front channels.

The powered subwoofer provides bass for effects and music.

(1) Subwoofer

(2) Satellite speakers

(2) Adjustable wall brackets for satellites with tightening bar

(2) Wall brackets for satellites

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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.

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 placement 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.

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WALL-MOUNTING THE SATELLITES

The CS46 satellites are designed to be mounted on the wall. There is a fixed-mount wall bracket and an adjustable wall bracket provided for each satellite. 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 sit the satellite speaker onto the back bracket.

Step 4.

Attach 1/4-20" screw into insert on bottom of speaker and tighten.

Adjustable Wall Bracket

Step 1.

Remove cap over threaded insert on rear of speaker.

Step 2.

Mark the positions on the wall where you would like to place the mounting screws.

Step 3.

Place bracket against the wall and fasten four 1-1/2" #10 wood screws through the bracket’s screw holes into the wall. If a wall stud is not available, use an appropriate anchor.

Step 4.

Unscrew round collar (C) from bracket (A).

A

C

B

.

Step 5.

Screw the ball and shaft assembly (B) to the 1/4"-20 insert on the back of the satellite (do not use the bottom insert). 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 speaker wire as shown on page 6.

Step 7.

Drop round collar (C) over 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 2. Bracket on wall.

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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 (i.e., +). 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 3. Connect each + terminal 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.

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.

Figure 3. Wiring diagram shows polarity connections for one channel of a home theater system.

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SUBWOOFER CONTROLS

Rear Panel

¡

Subwoofer Connections

If you have a Dolby ® Digital or DTS ® receiver/processor with a low-frequency-effects (LFE) or subwoofer output:

RECEIVER/PROCESSOR

SUBWOOFER OR

LFE OUTPUT

PHASE

™

£ ¢

4.5m

(15')

Subwoofer cable included

Subwoofer-Level Control

Phase Switch

LFE Input

Line-Level Inputs

Power Indicator LED

Power Switch

CS60SUB/230

AC 220V-230V

50Hz-60Hz

220 Watts

∞

§

If your receiver/processor does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS processor but has a subwoofer output:

RECEIVER/PROCESSOR

4.5m (15')

Subwoofer cable included

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.

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OPERATION

Surround Modes

If using the CS46 in a Dolby Digital or DTS home theater system, make sure all speakers are set to “Small”.

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 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 the 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 CS46 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 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.

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SPECIFICATIONS

CS46

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:

SUBWOOFER

Frequency Response (– 6dB):

Amplifier:

Driver:

Dimensions (H x W x D, including feet):

Weight:

110Hz – 20kHz

10 – 100 Watts

86dB

8 Ohms

3.0kHz; 12dB/Octave

13mm (1/2") Titanium-laminate dome, magnetically-shielded

89mm (3-1/2"), magnetically shielded

152mm x 162mm x 98mm (6" x 6-3/8" x 3-7/8")

0.9kg (2.0 lb)

38Hz – 160Hz

125W RMS/250W Peak †

170mm (6")

394mm x 273mm x 305mm (15-1/2" x 10-3/4" x 12")

11kg (24.5 lb)

† 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.

Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity

We, Harman Consumer Group Inc.

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 61000-6-3:2001

EN 61000-6-1:2001

We, Harman Consumer Group Inc.

2, route de Tours

72500 Chateau du Loir

France declare in own responsibility that the product described in this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical standards:

EN 55013:2001+A1:2003

EN 55020:2002+A1:2003

EN 61000-3-2:2000

EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001

EN 60065:2002

Laurent Rault

Harman Consumer Group Inc.

Chateau du Loir, France 11/06

Laurent Rault

Harman Consumer Group Inc.

Chateau du Loir, France 11/06

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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.

®

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