JBL 1400 ARRAY User's Manual
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1. i eec C JBL PROJECT ARRAY 1500 ARRAY 1400 ARRAY 1000 ARRAY 880 ARRAY 800 ARRAY OWNER S GUIDE READ FIRST Important Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel CAUTION To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure 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 maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance 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 acc2. 1400 ARRAY 1000 ARRAY 800 ARRAY 880 ARRAY 1500 ARRAY 3 Way 14 350mm 3 Way 10 250mm 3 Way 8 200mm 3 Way Dual 8 15 380mm 1000 Watt Floorstanding Floorstanding Bookshelf 200mm Center Front Firing Sub Ultrahigh Frequency O45T 1 Pure titanium O45T 1 Pure titanium O45T 1 Pure titanium O45Ti 1 Pure titanium NA Transducer compression driver compression driver compression driver compression driver with aluminum with aluminum with aluminum with aluminum edge wound voice coil edge wound voice coil edge wound voice coil edge wound voice coil and 2 neodymium and 2 neodymium and 2 neodymium and 2 neodymium motor assembly mounted motor assembly mounted motor assembly mounted motor assembly mounte in a SonoGlass constant in a SonoGlass constant in a SonoGlass constant in a SonoGlass constant directivity hom directivity horn directivity horn directivity horn High Frequency 435AL 1 3 Aquaplas treated 175Nd 3 1 3 4 Aquaplas treated 175Nd 3 1 3 4 Aquaplas treated 435AL 3 Aquaplas treate N A Transducer aluminum dome compression aluminum dome compression aluminum dome compression aluminum dome compression driver with aluminum driver with aluminum driver with aluminum driver with aluminum edge wound voice coil and edge wound voice coil and edge wound voice coil and edge wound voice coil ant neodymium motor assembly neodymium motor assembly neodymium motor assembly neodymium motor assembly mou
3. Volume Control until you obtain a pleasing blend of bass Bass response should not over power the room but rather should 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 sub woofer so its impact on bass response is always there but never obtrusive Crossover Adjustments NOTE This control will have no effect if the LP LFE Selector Switch is set to LFE If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS processor receiver the Crossover Frequency is set by the processor receiver Consult your owner s manual to learn how to view or change this setting The Crossover Adjustment Control determines the highest frequency at which the subwoofer reproduces sounds If your main speakers can comfortably reproduce some low frequency sounds set this control to a lower frequency setting between 50Hz and 100Hz This will concentrate the subwoofer s efforts on the ultradeep bass sounds required by today s films and music If you are using smaller bookshelf speakers that do not extend to t
4. check the minimum impedance requirements of your receiver amplifier If there is low or no bass output 1500 Array 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 elec trical outlet Make sure the Power Switch Q is on n Dolby Digital or DTS modes make sure your receiver processor is con figured so that the subwoofer and LFE output are enabled Adjust the Subwoofer Level Control If there is no sound from the surround speakers Check all wires and con nections between receiver amplifier and speakers Make sure all wires are connected Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed cut or punctured Review proper operation of your receiver amplifier and its surround sound features Make sure the movie or TV show you are watching is recorded in a surround sound mode If it is not check to see whether your receiver amplifier has other surround modes you may use In Dolby Digital or DTS modes make sure your receiver processor is configured so that the surround speakers are enabled Review the operation of your DVD player and the jacket of your DVD to make sure that the DVD features the desired Dolby Digital or DTS mode and that you have properly selected that mode using both the DVD player s menu and the DVD disc s menu SPECIFICATIONS
5. 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 lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge 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 Figure A Example of Antenna Grounding as per _ NE National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as cont
6. Array bookshelf 880 Array center channel 1500 Array powered subwoofer SPEAKER PLACEMENT IMPORTANT NOTE The 800 1000 1400 and 1500 Array models feature spiked feet for optimum acoustic performance However spikes can damage certain types of floors such as hardwood In such instances place included metal coasters 5 1 CHANNEL SYSTEM Front Speakers Center Channel Speaker Surround Speakers Od The front speakers should be placed the same distance from each other as they are from the listening position with tweeters at about the same height from the floor as the listeners ears will be The center channel speaker should be placed below the television and no more than two feet below the tweeters of the left and right speakers The two surround speakers should be placed slightly behind the listening position and ideally should face each other If that is not possible they may be placed on a wall behind the listening position facing forward The surround speakers should not call atten tion to themselves Experiment with their placement until you hear a diffuse ambient sound accompanying the main program material heard in the front speakers The low frequency material reproduced by the su
7. LFE ON o0 O0 OFF 6 2 et a s e SFG 8 pulse e 6 cp Sa LINELEVEL LEVEL CROSSOVER 1500 Array A AVERTISSEMENT POUR PREV DE CHOC LECTRIQUE PLUJE OUA LHUMIDIT PIN 361406 001 JBL Incorporated Northridge California U S A national Company ES SUBWOOFER OR LFE OUTPUT Line Level Input Line Level Output Q Power Indicator Subwoofer Level Volume Control Q Crossover Adjustment Q Phase Switch LP LFE Selector On Off Auto Switch Q Power Switch Connection If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver processor with a low frequency effects LFE output set LFE LP switch to LFE If you prefer to use the crossover built into the 1500 Array set the LFE LP Switch to LP SUBWOOFER OR LFE OUTPUT B MN vax LINELEVEL LEVEL The 1500 Array includes a line output This output allows you to daisy chain one 1500 Array to multiple 1500 Array subwoofers Simply connect the first subwoofer as described above and then run a subwoofer cable from the line output s to the line input on the next sub 1500 ARRAY OPERATION 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 Volume Control to the min position Turn on your sub by pressing t
8. of the enclosure The L bracket fits in an opening under the horn assembly The module will sit on top of the enclo sure by itself although it should always be steadied until fully mounted co Line up the two mounting holes on the lower lip of the front of the horn with those in the enclosure Partially install one long bolt and then the other one It may be necessary to lift the horn slightly so that the bolts install smoothly Do not force or cross thread them 10 Once both bolts have been started work them in all of the way but do not tighten them securely just yet Install the remaining short bolt in the hole at the bottom rear of the horn module You can fully tighten this bolt 12 Now completely tighten the two front bolts 13 Everything should be tight and properly aligned at this time If not loosen realign and retighten as required 14 The final steps are to remove the backing from the logo badge and place it in the recess on the lower horn lip and to use the rubber hole plug to hide the hole at the bottom rear of the horn module Do not complete these steps until the system has been turned on and tested acoustically Make sure the horn module is playing first Once the logo badge and rubber plug hole are installed it is extremely difficult to remove them E E Step 11 Step 8 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS Subwoofer Controls and Connections 1500 Array Only o
9. V Flared 3 3 8 Flared 2 Flared NA Flared Dimensions 46 1 2 x 15 1 2 x 19 43 1 2 x 2 4 x 07 29 1 4 x 10 34 x 14 12 1 4 x 28 3 4 x 11 23 x 19 1 2 x 19 HxWxD 1181mm x 394mm x 483mm 1105mm x 311mm x 432mm 743mm x 273mm x 356mm 311mm x 730mm x 279mm 584mm x 495mm x 483mm 21 533mm Deep with grille Weight each 115 Ib 52kg 70 Ib 32kg 40 Ib 18kg 46 Ib 21kg 125 Ib 57kg All features and specifications are subjectto change without notice JBL and Harman International are trademarks of Harman International Industries Incorporated registered in the United States and or other countries 1400 Array 1000 Array 800 Array 880 Array 1500 Array 230V only Project Array Pro Sound Comes Home and SonoGlass are trademarks of Harman International Industries Incorporated Declaration of Conformity CE We Harman Consumer Group International 2 route de Tours 72500 Ch teau du Loir France declare in own responsibility that the products described in this owners manual are in compliance with technical standards EN 61000 6 3 2001 EN 61000 6 1 2001 Declaration of Conformity Dolby and Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS is a registered trademark of DTS Inc PRO SOUND COMES HOME We Harman Consumer Group International 2 route de Tours 72500 Ch teau du Loir France declare in own responsibility that the product described in this owner s manual is in compliance w
10. act with them might be fatal 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 tech nician 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 recom mended by the manufacturer Antenna Lead In Wire Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Electric Service Equipment Gro
11. bwoofer is mostly omnidirectional and this speaker may be placed in a convenient location in the room However the best reproduction of bass will be heard when the subwoofer between the spiked feet and the floor is placed in a corner along the same wall as the front speakers Experiment with subwoofer placement by temporarily placing the subwoofer in the listening position and moving around the room until the bass repro duction is best Place the subwoofer in that location 6 1 CHANNEL SYSTEM uf EH A 6 1 channel system will consist of a 5 1 channel configuration as shown on page 4 with the addition of a rear center speaker placed midway between the two surround speakers and further to the rear than the 7 1 CHANNEL SYSTEM E m pe Some newer surround sound formats utilize left and right surround channels that are used for side fill in addition to the left and right rear chan nels found in 5 1 systems Place the left and right surround speakers on the surrounds The rear center speaker should not call more attention to itself than the surround speakers sides of the room at or in front of the listening position facing each other 1400 ARRAY ASSEMBLY Due to the weight of the 1400 Array horn module it is packed separately from the low frequency enclosure Itis a very simple procedu
12. ctive red terminal on each speaker as shown in Figure 2 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 a stripe or other demarcation 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 multi channel surround sound systems connecting all of SYSTEM Loosen Insert Bare Terminal End Tighten 5 Terminal No Stripe Speaker Wire Figure 1 Standard one channel shown Connection Receiver or a yt Amplifier i y uj rear view i EN Speaker rear view Figure 2 FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Check the speakers for playback first by setting the system volume control to a minimum level and then by applying power to your audio system Play a favorite music or video segment and increase the system volume control to a comfortable level NOTE You should hear balanced audio reproduction across the entire frequency spectrum If not check all wiring connections o
13. he Power Switch on the rear panel Auto On Standby With the Power Switch in the on position the Power Indicator LED will remain backlit in red or green to indicate the On Standby mode of the subwoofer RED STANDBY No signal detected Amp Off GREEN ON Signal detected Amp On The subwoofer will auto matically 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 Q can be left on You may turn off the Power Switch for extended periods of non operation e g when you are away on vacation If the Auto Switch is in the on position the subwoofer will remain on Adjust Level Turn on your entire audio system and start a CD or movie soundtrack at a moderate level Turn up the Subwoofer Level Volume Control about halfway If no sound emanates from the subwoofer check the AC line cord and input cables Are the con nectors 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 sub woofer is active proceed by playing a CD or movie Use a selection that has ample bass information Set the overall volume control of the preamplifier or stereo to a comfortable level Adjust the Subwoofer Level
14. he lower bass frequencies set the Crossover Adjustment Control to a higher setting between 120Hz and 150Hz Phase Control The Phase Switch deter mines 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 subwoofer placement and listener position Adjust the Phase Switch to maximize bass output at the listening position GENERAL CONNECTION INFORMATION Separate and strip the ends of the speaker wire not supplied 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 for the terminal The lead of the speaker wire is sometimes noted with WIRING THE IMPORTANT Make sure all equipment is turned off before making any connections For speaker connections use a high quality speaker wire with polarity coding The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered positive polarity NOTE If desired consult your local JBL dealer about speaker wire and connection options The speakers have coded terminals that accept a variety of wire connectors The most common connection is shown in Figure 1 To ensure proper polarity connect each terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respe
15. ith technical standards EN 55013 2001 A1 2003 EN 55020 2002 A1 2003 EN 61000 3 2 2000 EN 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 ge EN 60065 2002 2 UBL JBL Consumer Products 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury NY 11797 USA 8500 Balboa Boulevard Northridge CA 91329 USA 2 route de Tours 72500 Chateau du Loir France 516 255 4JBL 4525 USA only www jbl com 2006 Harman International Industries Incorporated All rights reserved Part No 406 000 05331 E H A Harman International Company Laurent Rault Harman Consumer Group International Chateau du Loir France 1 06 Laurent Rault Harman Consumer Group International Chateau du Loir France 1 06
16. nted in a vertical SonoGlass mounted in a vertical SonoGlass mounted in a vertical SonoGlass mounted in a vertical SonoGlass constant directivity horn constant directivity horn constant directivity hom constant directivity horn Low Frequency LEMH 3 14 Aquaplas treated Array 10 10 Polymer treated Array 8 8 Polymer treated Dual Array 8C 8 Polymer treated W1500H 15 Pulp cone Transducer pulp cone driver with rubber pulp cone driver with rubber pulp cone driver with rubber pulp cone drivers with 1 1 2 driver with rubber surround surround and massive ferrite surround 1 1 2 copper surround 1 1 2 copper voice coils wound on and massive ferrite motor motor assembly with 4 copper voice coil and ferrite voice coil and ferrite an aluminum former and ferrite assembly with 4 copper edge edge wound voice coil mounted motor assembly mounted in motor assembly mounted in motor assemblies mounted on wound voice coil mounted in a trapezoidal enclosure a trapezoidal enclosure a trapezoidal enclosure angled baffles in independent in a trapezoidal enclosure trapezoidal enclosures Sensitivity 2 83V 1m dB 89dB 88dB dB N A Frequency 32Hz 40kHz 35Hz 40kHz 55Hz 40kHz 70Hz 40kHz 25Hz 400Hz variable Response 3dB Recommended 10 300 Watts 10 200 Watts 10 200 Watts 10 200 Watts N A Amplifier Power Range Crossover Frequencies T50Hz 8kHz 900Hz 8kHz 1000Hz kHz 1000Hz kHz 40Hz 140Hz HP Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms 8 Ohms 8 Ohms ms N A Port
17. ons between receiver amplifier and speakers Make sure all wires are connected Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed cut or punctured Review proper operation of your receiver amplifier If there is no sound coming from one speaker Check the Balance control on your receiver amplifier Check all wires and con nections between receiver amplifier and speakers Make sure all wires are connected Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed cut or punctured In Dolby Digital or DTS modes make sure that the receiver processor is con figured so that the speaker in question is enabled If there is no sound from the center speaker Check all wires and connec tions between the receiver amplifier and speaker Make sure all wires are connected Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed cut or punctured f your receiver processor is set in Dolby Pro Logic mode make sure the center speaker is not in phantom mode f your receiver processor is set in Dolby Digital or DTS mode make sure the receiver processor is configured so that the center speaker is enabled If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased Check all wires and con nections between receiver amplifier and speakers Make sure all wires are connected Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed cut or punctured f more than one pair of main speakers is being used
18. ordance 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 are 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
19. r consult the authorized JBL dealer from whom you purchased the system for more help 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 Both the amount of bass you hear and the stereo image quality will be affected by a number of different factors including the room s size and shape the construction materials used to build the room the listener s position relative to the speakers and the position of the speakers in the room Listen to a variety of music selections and note the bass level If there is too much bass move the speakers away from nearby walls Conversely if you place the speakers closer to the walls there will be more bass output Nearby reflecting surfaces can adversely affect stereo imaging quality If this happens try angling the speakers slightly inward toward the listening position until the optimum effect is achieved CARE OF YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM Each Project Array enclosure has a finish that does not require any routine main tenance When needed use a soft cloth to remove any fingerprints or dust from the enclosure or grille NOTE Do not use any cleaning products or polishes on the cabinet or grille TROUBLESHOOTING If there is no sound from any of the speakers Check that receiver amplifier is on and a source is playing Check all wires and con necti
20. re to install the module and the necessary instructions are listed below The required Allen tipped screw driver is included in the accessory pack Carefully remove the horn module from the packaging and place it face down on a soft surface M Locate the cardboard accessory sleeve and remove the hardware CD The accessory sleeve should contain a 2 Long 1 4 x 20 Allen head bolts b 1 Short 1 4 x 20 Allen head bolt c 1 Logo plate d 1 Rubber hole plug e 4 Metal coasters to protect wood and tile floors from the spike feet 4 Carefully unpack the low frequency enclosure and place it upright It would be helpful to position it near its final position in the room since it is much easier to move without the additional weight of the horn module 5 Notice the two threaded inserts on the angled face of the top and also the small L bracket on the top These are the attachment points for the horn module Imme diately adjacent to the L bracket is a recessed con nector which will make the electrical connection for the horn module e Although the module can be installed by one person it is easier if a second set of hands are available Cradle the horn module with the opening along your fore arm and using your free hand connect the plug coming from the bottom of the horn assembly into the jack on the top of the enclosure o You can now place the horn in position on top
21. und Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System _ NEC Art 250 Part H THANK YOU 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 FOR CHOOSING JBL enjoyment that you expect 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 JBL Consumer Products PROJECT ARRAY Project Array loudspeakers are an extremely high per formance design intended for uses ranging from premium two channel stereo to multi channel home theater applications The series is modular and consists of five system elements INCLUDED 1400 Array 2 Long 1 4 x 20 Allen head bolts 1 Short 1 4 x 20 Allen head bolts 1 Logo plate 1 Allen head screw driver 1 Rubber hole plug 4 Metal coasters to protect floor from spiked feet 1000 Array 800 Array and 1500 Array 4 Metal coasters to protect floor from spiked feet 1400 Array floorstanding 1000 Array floorstanding 800
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