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Manufactured under license from Dolb y Laboratories. "Dolby ," "Pro Logic," "Surround EX," and the double-D symbol are tr ademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U .S. Patent Nos. 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059.
Represents a menu path. The menu items in gra y bo xes must be selected with the remote control Menu arro w to access the menu or menu item in the blac k bo x. F or instance , the SETUP , INPUTS, and D VD1 menu items must be selected to open the D VD1 INPUT SETUP menu.
Introduction SDP-5 iii Section 1: Getting Started About the SDP-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights • Product Registration Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction JBL Synthesis iv Section 6: T roubleshooting & Maintenance T roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Restoring Factory-Default Settings .
Introduction SDP-5 v ENGLISH IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS •S av e these instructions for later use. •F ollo w all instructions and war nings marked on the unit. •A lwa ys use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manuf acturer’ s operating instructions f or po wer requirements.
Introduction JBL Synthesis vi ESP AÑOL INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURID AD IMPOR T ANTES • Guarde estas instrucciones para futuras referencias . •S iga todas las instrucciones y tenga en cuenta las advertencias que aparecen en la unidad y en las instrucciones de funcionamiento.
Introduction SDP-5 vii IT ALIANO IMPORT ANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA •C onservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro. • Seguire sempre tutte le istruzioni e gli avvertimenti segnati sull’unità e nelle istruzioni operative . • Utilizzare sempre la corretta tensione di alimentazione.
Introduction JBL Synthesis viii DA NSK VIGTIG INFORMA TION OM SIKKERHED • Gem denne vejledning til senere brug. •F øl g alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet. • Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til brugsanvisningen, der indeholder specifikationer for strø mforsyning.
Introduction SDP-5 ix NORSK VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET •T a vare på denne v eiledningen for senere bruk. •F øl g alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet. • Apparatet skal alltid anv endes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskrivelsen inneholder spesifikasjoner for strø mkrav .
Introduction JBL Synthesis x Unpacking and Inspection After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case the unit ever needs to be shipped. Thoroughly inspect the modules and packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the carrier at once; report equipment malfunction to the dealer .
1 Getting Started About the SDP-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Highlights • Product Registration Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started JBL Synthesis 1-2 W ith four floating-point SHARC™ digital signal processing (DSP) engines, the SDP-5 boasts enormous processing power .
Getting Started SDP-5 1-3 Complementing its audio performance, the SDP-5 features two broadcast-quality video switchers. A wide-bandwidth component video switcher accepts analog component or RGB video signals, while a composite and S-video switcher accepts high-quality NTSC, P AL, or SECAM video signals.
Getting Started JBL Synthesis 1-4 Do Not . . . • Place the SDP-5 on a thick rug or carpet or cover the SDP-5 with a cloth, as this might prevent proper cooling. • Place the SDP-5 on a windowsill or in another location in which it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
Getting Started SDP-5 1-5 REMOTE CONTROL BA TTERY INST ALLA TION The remote control requires two AA batteries that should be replaced as needed. It is recommended to use Alkaline batteries, which last longer without leaking.
2 Basic Operation Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Rear Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Remote Control Overview . . . .
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-2 1. Standby Button Activates and deactivates standby mode when the SDP-5 is powered on with the rear panel power switch (2-5). The standby button performs no function when the SDP-5 is powered off with the rear panel power switch.
a remote control command is received. A r ed LED lights when the A/D converters are overloading. And, a blue LED lights when the SDP-5 is powered on and activated – even if the FRONT P ANEL DISPLAY menu ST A TUS parameter is set to AL WA YS OFF (3-52).
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-4 9. Zone 2 Input Selection Buttons Selects the input in Zone 2. When an input is selected, an amber LED lights on the corresponding input selection button. When Zone 2 is deactivated, pressing a Zone 2 input selection button activates Zone 2 and selects the corresponding input.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-5 REAR P ANEL OVERVIEW Note: The numbered items that begin below correspond to the rear panel illustration on the next page. 1. Power Switch Connects power to the AC input connector and disconnects power from the AC input connector .
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-6 7. Zone 2 Audio Output Connectors Provide analog audio output in Zone 2. T wo connectors labeled Audio are available.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-7 9. Video Input Connectors Provide video input in the Main Zone and Zone 2. Five composite video connectors labeled Video 1 to 5, five S-video connectors labeled S-Video 1 to 5, and three component video connectors labeled 1 to 3 are available.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-8 REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW The SDP-5 remote control provides full operation of the SDP-5, performing commands such as menu navigation that are not available from the front panel. The command matrix that begins on page 2-13 indicates the commands remote control buttons perform when each command bank is active.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-9 Menu Options Selecting a menu option opens another menu within the menu structure. For instance, selecting the MAIN MENU SETUP option opens the SETUP menu as shown below . Menu Parameters Selecting a menu parameter opens a drop-down menu or horizontal bar graph that can be used to select the desired setting.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-10 To select the desired setting on a parameter drop-down menu: 1. When the drop-down menu opens, press the remote control Menu and arrows to scroll upward and downward through the complete list of available settings.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-11 COMMAND BANK ACTIV A TION Remote control buttons perform different commands depending on whether the Main Zone, Zone 2, or Shift command bank is activated. The Main Zone command bank does not need to be activated. It remains activated unless the Zone 2 or Shift command bank is activated.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-12 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Shift 1 Deactivates standby mode and activates the SDP-5. Reserved for future possibilities. Reserved for future possibilities. Activates standby mode and deactivates the SDP-5. T oggles the FRONT P ANEL DISPLAY menu ST A TUS parameter between ALW A YS OFF and its current setting (3-52).
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-13 Shift Zone 2 Button Main Zone Light The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 9 Scroll upward ( ) and downward ( ) through menu items (2-10).
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-14 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Shift The numbers in the SDP-5 remote control illustration shown at the left correspond to the numbered items in the matrix above. 16 Selects the DVD1 input for the Main Zone. Selects the DVD1 input for Zone 2.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-15 Button Main Zone Zone 2 Shift Light Off Zone 2 SDP-5 M o d e V O L On L i s t e n i n g M o d e s FP Blue OSD Stat Shift Menu Mute DVD1 DVD2 S.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-16 Shift-DOLBY • When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control DOLBY button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input source is present activates the DOLBY DIGIT AL EX or DOLBY DIGIT AL listening mode.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-17 Zone 2 T wo-Line Status The Zone 2 two-line status shown at the right indicates the current input, input source, and volume level selected in Zone 2. It appears on the on-screen and front panel displays when the SDP-5 detects a Zone 2 change.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-18 If the ST A TUS menu includes a second page, the PG1 indicator appears in the top-right corner of the menu. While the Shift command bank is activated, press the Stat button to open the second page. If the ST A TUS menu does not include a second page, pressing the Stat button closes the menu.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-19 DOLBY D ST A TUS •P rovides information about Dolby Digital input sources. • Features L, C, R, SL, SR, and SUB level meters (2-23). Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The selected input MODE The activated listening mode CHANNELS 3/2.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-20 dts(-ES) ST A TUS •P rovides information about dts(-ES) input sources. • Features L, C, R, SL, SR, SB, and SUB level meters (2-23). The SB level meter appears when a 6.1-channel input source is present, or when a 5.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-21 DIGIT AL ST A TUS •P rovides information about digital input sources for which a sample rate is detected, but no audio is present in the input signal. Parameter Possible Settings INPUT The selected input MODE The activated listening mode INPUT TYPE --- SAMPLE RA TE 44.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-22 ST A TUS MENU P ARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 2.0 ENCODING MA TRIX, NONE Indicates whether or not a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is MA TRIX, a matrix-encoded source is detected. When the parameter setting is NONE, a matrix-encoded source is not detected.
Basic Operation SDP-5 2-23 WORD LENGTH 16bits, 20bits, 24bits Indicates the word length of the audio data present in the input signal. ST A TUS MENU LEVEL METERS Most ST A TUS menus contain level mete.
Basic Operation JBL Synthesis 2-24.
3 SETUP SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 INPUT SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP Selecting the MAIN MENU SETUP option opens the SETUP menu as shown below . SETUP menu option descriptions begin below and continue throughout this section.
SETUP SDP-5 3-3 LOCK OPTIONS Opens the LOCK OPTIONS menu, which can be used to lock and unlock settings in the MODE ADJUST , AUDIO CONTROLS, and SETUP menu branches. Refer to page 3-56 for more information. INPUT SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of the desired input (i.
DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL +0dB VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM %! D 5.1 L7 FILM DTS-ES DTS-ES L7 FILM MAIN ADV ANCED ZONE2 IN DIGIT AL 3. When the desired character has been selected, press the Menu arrow to advance to the next character space.
SETUP SDP-5 3-5 The custom input name appears on the on-screen and front panel displays. Both the custom and factory-default input names appear on the input selection menu that opens when the SETUP menu INPUTS option is selected.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-6 The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to its eight digital audio, eight analog audio, five composite video, five S-video, or three component video input connectors. The table below lists the INPUT SETUP menu parameters that can be used to assign audio and video input connectors.
SETUP SDP-5 3-7 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 to 4, OPTICAL-1 to 4, NONE Opens the DIGIT AL IN menu shown above, which can be used to assign a digital audio input connector for the selected input. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to any of its eight digital audio input connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-8 • The ANALOG IN menu labeled C (above) appears when the REAR P ANEL CONFIG menu 2 ST . & (2) 5.1 ANLG (3-46) option is selected. Please note the following: • When no analog audio input connector is assigned, the SDP-5 will automatically set the MAIN ADV menu INPUT SELECT parameter to DIGIT AL (3-18).
SETUP SDP-5 3-9 ANLG IN L VL Opens the ANLG IN L VL menu shown above, which can be used to adjust 2-channel analog audio input levels for the selected input.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-10 AUTO GAIN Indicates the current amount of input level adjustment for the selected stereo analog audio input connector . When the ANLG IN L VL menu AUTO parameter is set to ON, the AUTO GAIN parameter indicates the amount of automatic input level adjustment.
SETUP SDP-5 3-11 LEVEL METERS Indicate fluctuating input levels in the front left (L) and front right (R) channels for the selected input. These level meters are also included on the ST A TUS menus, allowing them to indicate input levels for both analog and digital audio input sources.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-12 COMPONENT IN COMPONENT 1 to 3, NONE Opens the COMPONENT menu shown above, which can be used to assign a component video input connector for the selected input. The SDP-5 has eight configurable inputs, each of which can be assigned to any of its 3 component video input connectors.
DVD1 INPUT SETUP NAME DVD1 DIGIT AL IN COAX-1 ANALOG IN NONE ANLG IN L VL +0dB VIDEO IN S-VIDEO-1 COMPONENT IN 1 2-CH L7 FILM %! D 5.1 L7 FILM DTS-ES DTS-ES L7 FILM MAIN ADV ANCED ZONE2 IN DIGIT AL dts-ES L7 FILM SETUP SDP-5 3-13 DD D 5.1 L7 FILM 2-CH L7 FILM SELECTING PREFERRED LISTENING MODES .
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-14 When the 2-CH parameter is set to USE LAST : • The SDP-5 will not automatically activate the 2-CHANNEL listening mode if the remote control 2 CH button was used to activate the 2-CHANNEL listening mode the last time a 2-channel source was present.
DOLBY D Opens the DOLBY D MODE menu shown above, which can be used to select a preferred listening mode for Dolby Digital input sources. The SDP-5 automatically activates the selected listening mode whenever a new input is selected or a new Dolby Digital source is present.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-16 When the dts-ES parameter is set to USE LAST : • The SDP-5 will automatically activate the dts THX MUSIC listening mode if this listening mode was activated the last time a dts(-ES) source was present. However , the dts THX MUSIC listening mode cannot be selected as the preferred listening mode for dts(-ES) sources.
SETUP SDP-5 3-17 CONFIGURING ADV ANCED ZONE SETTINGS MAIN ADV ANCED Selecting the INPUT SETUP menu MAIN ADV ANCED option opens the MAIN ADV menu shown above. The parameters on the left side of this menu are identical regardless of which input is selected.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-18 Note: When the INPUT SELECT parameter is set to AUTO, the SDP-5 will not select the assigned analog audio input connector when a valid digital audio input source is present.
SETUP SDP-5 3-19 DIGIT AL ANALOG AUTO The SDP-5 automatically sets the INPUT SELECT parameter to DIGIT AL when the ANALOG IN parameter is set to NONE. • The SDP-5 sends the assigned digital audio input connector to the Main Zone audio output connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-20 2-CH ANLG BYP ON, OFF Allows 2-channel analog audio input sources to bypass A/D conversion and internal processing. When set to ON, the SDP-5 passes analog audio input signals to the corresponding Main Zone audio output connectors.
SETUP SDP-5 3-21 S-VIDEO 16:9 AUTO, OFF Controls the passage of anamorphic trigger signals present in some video sources. When set to AUTO, the SDP-5 allows anamorphic video input signals to pass through the S-video switcher , enabling compatible display devices to automatically switch between anamorphic and non-anamorphic display modes.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-22 Note: The on-screen display appears horizontally stretched across the display device screen when all of the fol- lowing conditions are met: • The S-VIDEO OSD (4:3) parameter is set to OFF . • An anamorphic video input signal is present.
SETUP SDP-5 3-23 COMPONENT OSD ON, OFF Controls the appearance of the on-screen display when the display device is connected to the component video output connector . When set to ON, the display device shows the on-screen display as a 480i video signal on a full blue-screen background.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-24 ZONE2 IN DIGIT AL, ANLG, DMIX Controls the interaction of the digital and analog audio input connectors assigned to the selected Zone 2 input.The INPUT SETUP menu can be used to assign one digital and one analog audio input connector for the selected input.
DIGIT AL ANLG (Analog) DMIX (Downmix) SETUP SDP-5 3-25 The SDP-5 automatically sets the ZONE2 IN parameter to DIGIT AL when the ANALOG IN parameter is set to NONE. • The SDP-5 sends the assigned digital audio input connector to the Zone 2 audio output connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-26 CUSTOM SPEAKER SETUPS Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu CUSTOM SETUP option opens the CUSTOM SETUP menu shown above, which can be used to configure the Main Zone audio output connectors for a custom speaker setup.
SETUP SDP-5 3-27 Highpass Filter Highpass filters attenuate low frequencies at 24dB per octave. The curves in the graph above indicate the frequency response of each crossover setting. From left to right, the curves represent crossover settings from 30 to 120Hz.
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 40Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-28 FRONT L/R FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz Opens the FRONT L/R SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R.
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART SETUP SDP-5 3-29 CENTER FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the CENTER SPEAKER menu shown above, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Center .
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-30 Note: When the SIDE L/R parameter is set to NONE, Dolby Digital Surround EX, THX Ultra2, THX Surround EX , and dts-ES decoding are not available.
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART SETUP SDP-5 3-31 REAR L/R FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the REAR L/R SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R.
CUSTOM SETUP FRONT L/R 80Hz CENTER 80Hz SIDE L/R 80Hz REAR L/R 80Hz SUBWOOFER 80Hz THX UL TRA2 SUB OFF BGC N/A ASA AP ART SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-32 SUBWOOFER FULL, 30Hz to 120Hz, THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the SUBWOOFER menu shown above, which can be used to select a crossover point for the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer .
SETUP SDP-5 3-33 THX UL TRA2 SUB ON, OFF or Indicates whether or not the subwoofer connected to the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer is Ultra2 certified. Select the ON setting if the connected subwoofer is Ultra2 certified and the OFF setting if the connected subwoofer is not Ultra2 certified.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-34 Note: ASA processing is only available when both side and rear speakers are present. When the remote control 7/5 button is used to toggle between 7- and 5-channel playback: • ASA processing is not available during 5-channel playback.
SETUP SDP-5 3-35 SYNTHESIS 7-CHANNEL SPEAKER SETUPS When the SPEAKER SETUP menu SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP option is selected, the SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP message shown above appears on the on-screen and front panel displays.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-36 REAR L/R THX 80Hz, NONE Opens the REAR SPEAKERS menu shown above, which can be used to activate and deactivate the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R. When set to 80Hz, the SDP-5 activates these connectors and configures all Main Zone audio output connectors for a JBL Synthesis 7-Channel speaker setup.
SETUP SDP-5 3-37 MEASURING SPEAKER DIST ANCES Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu SPEAKER DIST ANCES option opens the SPEAKER DIST ANCES menu shown above, which can be used to set the distance between the listening position and the speakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-38 REAR LEFT & RIGHT 0.0 to 30.0ft or 0.0 to 12.0m Set the speaker distance for the speakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R. SUBWOOFER 0.0 to 30.0ft or 0.0 to 12.0m Sets the speaker distance for the subwoofer connected to the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer .
SETUP SDP-5 3-39 CALIBRA TING OUTPUT LEVELS Selecting the SPEAKER SETUP menu LEVELS CALIBRA TION option opens the LEVELS CALIBRA TION menu shown above, which can be used to calibrate output levels for the Main Zone audio output connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-40 Internal Noise T est (continued from page 3-39) Note: The SDP-5 automatically sets volume level to +0dB when the internal noise test begins. It is recommended to avoid adjusting master volume level while the test is in progress to achieve a 75dB THX reference level (a 75dB SPL meter reading).
DOLBY PLII MOVIE DOLBY DIGIT AL* dts(-ES)* 2-Channel Sources Dolby Digital Sources dts(-ES) Sources SETUP SDP-5 3-41 DACS CALIBRA TION Opens the DACS CALIBRA TION menu shown above, which can be used to adjust output levels while DACS calibration is conducted.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-42 3. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the arrow to select this parameter . A horizontal bar graph will open on the on-screen and front panel displays. 4. When the horizontal bar graph opens, follow the instructions on page 2-11 to adjust the selected parameter .
SETUP SDP-5 3-43 SIDE LEFT & RIGHT -18.0 to +12.0dB Set the output levels for the speakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Side L/R. REAR LEFT & RIGHT -18.0 to +12.0dB Set the output levels for the speakers connected to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Rear L/R.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-44 BASS PEAK LIMITER Opens the BASS PEAK LIMITER menu shown above, which can be used to set amplitude limits for all speakers to which low frequencies are redirected, including the subwoofer . The SDP-5 is equipped with an internal limiter that prevents low- frequency output signals from exceeding a designated level.
SETUP SDP-5 3-45 SUB LIMITER ON, OFF Limits output signals for the Main Zone audio output connector labeled Subwoofer , as well as other Main Zone audio output connectors to which low-frequency signals are redirected. When set to ON, the SDP-5 restricts output signals to the level specified in the BASS PEAK LIMITER menu SUB LIMIT ADJ parameter .
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-46 8 STEREO INPUTS Configures the analog audio input connectors as eight stereo connectors, which is the factory-default configuration. When the analog audio input connectors are configured as eight stereo connectors: • All connectors are configured as stereo connectors.
SETUP SDP-5 3-47 5 ST . & (1) 5.1 ANLG (continued from page 3-45) When the analog audio input connectors are configured as one 5.1-channel and five stereo connectors: •T wo-channel sour ces that were assigned to the stereo connectors labeled 6, 7, and 8 are reassigned to the 5.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-48 Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Refer to page 3-49 FRONT P ANEL DISPLAY Refer to page 3-52 A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF OFF , 1 to 60ms CUSTOM NAME OFF O.
SETUP SDP-5 3-49 CUSTOM NAME ON, OFF Activates the display of a custom unit name, which appears when the SDP-5 is activated. When set to ON, the custom name scr olls across the on-screen and front panel displays when the SDP-5 is activated. When set to OFF , the custom name does not appear when the SDP-5 is activated.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-50 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y SETUP Selecting the DISPLA Y SETUP menu ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option opens the ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y menu shown above, which can be used to customize the on-screen display .
SETUP SDP-5 3-51 FORMA T SECAM, P AL, NTSC Controls the compatibility between the video input connectors, the video switcher , and the display device. Select the setting that is compatible with the source components and display device. Note: The FORMA T parameter affects the composite and S-video output connectors.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-52 BACKGROUND ON, OFF Activates and deactivates the menu background. When set to ON, on-screen display menus appear over a solid blue or gray background (depending on the display device). When set to OFF , on-screen display menus appear over the video input signal.
SETUP SDP-5 3-53 FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y SETUP Opens the FRONT P ANEL DISPLAY menu shown above, which can be used to customize the front panel display . Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings ST A .
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-54 VOLUME CONTROL SETUP Selecting the SETUP menu VOLUME CONTROLS option opens the VOLUME CONTROL SETUP menu shown below , which can be used to configure Main Zone and Zone 2 volume levels.
SETUP SDP-5 3-55 PWR – the power trigger output connector – is not configurable. It is activated when the SDP-5 is activated, and deactivated when the SDP-5 is deactivated. The trigger output connector labeled 1 can be configured for remote or program operation.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-56 When the REMOTE ONL Y parameter is set to OFF and program operation parameters are set to ON, the trigger output connector labeled 1 is associated with the corresponding Main Zone input, Main Zone listening modes, or Zone 2 inputs.
SETUP SDP-5 3-57 Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings MODES UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED AUDIO CNTRL UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED SETUP UNLOCKED LOCKED, UNLOCKED MODES LOCKED, UNLOCKED Controls MODE ADJUST menu branch settings, which include all listening mode menu settings.
SETUP JBL Synthesis 3-58.
4 AUDIO CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2.
BASS -6.0 to +6.0dB Controls the amount of low-frequency boost or cut applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center , and Subwoofer . The graph shown on the left of the next page illustrates the frequency response of BASS parameter settings.
AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-5 4-3 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Hz +6.0 +5.5 +5.0 +4.5 +4.0 +3.5 +3.0 +2.5 +2.0 +1.5 +1.0 +0.5 +0.0 -0.5 -1.0 -1.5 -2.0 -2.
AUDIO CONTROLS JBL Synthesis 4-4 TIL T EQ -3.0 to +3.0dB Controls the amount of tilt equalization applied to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R, Center , and Subwoofer . This parameter setting affects the entire frequency spectrum with a hinge point at 1kHz.
AUDIO CONTROLS SDP-5 4-5 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Hz +3.0 +2.8 +2.6 +2.4 +2.2 +2.0 +1.8 +1.6 +1.4 +1.2 +1.0 +0.8 +0.6 +0.4 +0.2 -0.0 -0.2 -0.4 -0.6 -0.8 -1.0 -1.2 -1.4 -1.6 -1.8 -2.0 -2.2 -2.4 -2.6 -2.8 -3.0 +3.0 +2.8 +2.6 +2.4 +2.2 +2.0 +1.
ZONE2 BALANCE L< to <|> to >R Controls the left-to-right balance of the Zone 2 audio output connectors. Note: When the Zone 2 command bank is activated, pressing the remote control FP button centers the ZONE2 BALANCE parameter .
5 MODE ADJUST MODE ADJUST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Listening Mode Activation . . . . .
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-2 MODE ADJUST Selecting the MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST option opens the MODE ADJUST menu shown at the left, which can be used to select a listening mode for adjustment. When the MODE ADJUST menu opens, the currently activated Main Zone listening mode is highlighted.
Button Button 2-Channel Sources Dolby Digital Sources dts(-ES) Sources MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-3 PREFERRED LISTENING MODE SELECTION P ARAMETERS The INPUT SETUP menus include three preferred listening mode selection parameters labeled 2-CH, DOLBY D, and dts-ES.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-4 L7 FILM •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for enhanced playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix- encoded film sources.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-5 L7 MUSIC •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 2-channel stereo or matrix-encoded music sources. • Recommended for 2-channel music sources. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings VOCAL ENHANCE +0.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-6 DOLBY PLII MOVIE • Similar to the DOLBY PRO LOGIC listening mode, but uses full-frequency stereo surround channels to realistically increase the perceived width of the listening space. • Designed for playback of Dolby Surround-encoded sources.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-7 DOLBY PLII MUSIC • Similar to the DOLBY PLII MOVIE listening mode. • Designed for playback of stereo music sources. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings P ANOR.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-8 Please note the following about dts NEO:6 listening mode activation: • The dts NEO:6 listening modes cannot be assigned as the preferred listening mode for 2-channel sources.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-9 NIGHTCLUB • Designed for playback of “dry” music sources that benefit from the addition of room reflections, especially music sources that lack ambience in the recording. • Generates early reflections to simulate small, intimate listening spaces.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-10 CA THEDRAL • Similar to the CHURCH listening mode. • Uses a reverb algorithm to emphasize the rich, smooth, reverberant decay characteristic of large listening spaces with long reverberation time relative to their size, such as cathedrals.
MODE ADJUST P ANORAMA MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-11 P ANORAMA • Designed for playback of stereo and matrix-encoded sources. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis algorithms to move the stereo image outward from the front speakers, producing a wider stereo field with greater depth.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-12 Note: The SOURCE parameter controls the perceived direction of the sound, although both the front left and right speakers generate the calibration source signal. SPEAKER ANGLE 10 to 90deg Compensates for a wide or narrow speaker angle relative to the primary listening position.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-13 PA R T Y • Designed for playback of stereo sources. • Sends stereo sources to all channels. • Recommended for background music. Option/ Parameter OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-14 MONO • Designed for playback of mono sources. • Sends mono sources to the center channel. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings SUB LEVEL +0dB OFF , -30 to +12dB CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-15 5.1 L7 FILM •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded film sources. • Derives seven channels from 5.1-channel input sources. When both side and rear speakers are present, the 5.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-16 5.1 L7 MUSIC •A proprietary listening mode. • Based on the 5.1 L7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music sources. • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital-encoded music sources. • Recommended for 5.
Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings RE-EQUALIZER ON ON, OFF SURROUND EX AUTO AUTO, ON, OFF COMPRESSION OFF AUTO, ON, OFF LFE MIX +0.0dB -10.0 to +0.0dB OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-18 DOLBY DIGIT AL & DOLBY DIGIT AL EX • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sources. The DOLBY DIGIT AL EX listening mode is recommended for Dolby Digital sources recorded with Dolby Digital Surround EX.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-19 The table below indicates the conditions in which Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged. • Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged when the EX DECODING parameter is set to ON, or the EX DECODING parameter is set to AUTO and a flagged 5.
5.1 MONO LOGIC • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources. • Uses proprietary JBL Synthesis reverb algorithms to realistically expand mono sources to use all channels, dramatically increasing the perceived width and sense of envelopment of the listening space.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-21 5.1 MONO • Designed for playback of Dolby Digital-encoded mono sources. • Sends a mono signal to the center channel. Option/ Default Possible Parameter Setting Settings SUB LEVEL +0dB OFF , -30 to +12dB CUSTOM Listening mode menu option and parameter descriptions begin on page 5-28.
Note: The table below is not applicable to the dts-ES THX, dts THX UL TRA2, and dts THX MUSIC listening modes. MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-22 dts-ES DECODING The table below indicates the conditions in which dts-ES decoding is engaged.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-23 dts(-ES) L7 MUSIC •A proprietary listening mode. • Designed for playback of 5.1- and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) music sources. • Based on the dts(-ES) L7 FILM listening mode, but specifically tailored for music sources. • Recommended for 5.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-24 dts THX UL TRA2 & dts-ES THX • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts, 5.1-channel matrix- encoded dts-ES, and 6.1-channel discrete-encoded dts-ES film sources. • Listening mode name differs depending on the encoding present in the input source, the ES DECODING parameter setting, and the speaker setup.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-25 dts THX MUSIC • Designed for playback of 5.1-channel dts music sources. • The dts THX MUSIC listening mode cannot be activated unless side and rear speakers are present. • ASA processing is applied to signals sent to the rear speakers.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-26 dts(-ES) • Designed for playback of 5.1- and 6.1-channel dts(-ES) sources. • Decodes 5.1 matrix or 6.1 discrete channels from dts(-ES) sources. The six main channels are full-frequency . The .1 channel, often referred to as LFE information, has a limited frequency range of 120Hz.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-27 2CH BYP ASS • Designed for playback of 2-channel analog sources. • Analog audio input signals are sent to the Main Zone audio output connectors labeled Front L/R.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-28 LISTENING MODE MENU OPTION & P ARAMETER DESCRIPTIONS 5 SPKR ENHANCE ON, OFF Simulates 7-channel playback in 5-channel speaker configurations. When set to ON, the SDP-5 provides an increased sense of spaciousness and envelopment through the surround speakers.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-29 BASS RT 5ms to 48.6s W orks with the MID RT and SIZE parameters to adjust the amount of time required for low-frequency information to decay below 60dB in level. The BASS RT parameter setting should match the MID RT parameter setting for more natural effects in smaller listening spaces.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-30 Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-29) CUSTOM VS PRESET Allows comparison listening to the custom and factory-default versions of the selected listening mode.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-31 The DOLBY DIGIT AL EX listening mode is available when Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is engaged. The DOLBY DIGIT AL listening mode is available when Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding is not engaged. Dolby Digital Surround EX decoding cannot be engaged unless both side and rear speakers are present.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-32 Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-31) LFE MIX -20.0 or -10.0 to +0.0dB Controls the output level of LFE information – the .1 channel in a 5.1- or 6.1-channel input source – that is sent to the Main Zone audio output labeled Subwoofer .
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-33 P ANORAMA ON, OFF When set to ON, extends the front stereo image to include surround channel signals, which creates a “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging. Note: The DOLBY PLII MUSIC listening mode P ANORAMA parameter should not be confused with the separate P ANORAMA listening mode (5-11).
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-34 Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-33) RESET MODE (continued) 3. Press the Menu arrow to close the CUSTOM menu and return to the listening mode menu.
MODE ADJUST SDP-5 5-35 SPEECH DETECT ON, OFF Distinguishes monaural speech from other input sources. When set to ON, effects are lowered to minimize interference and unnatural echo in monaural speech. When stereo input sources are present, the front left and right channels are independently used as inputs for ambience synthesis.
MODE ADJUST JBL Synthesis 5-36 Listening Mode Menu Option & Parameter Descriptions (continued from page 5-31) SURROUND EX (continued) When the Shift command bank is activated, pressing the remote control THX button while a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital input source is present activates the 5.
6 Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance T roubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Restoring Factory-Default Settings .
Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance JBL Synthesis 6-2 3. Make sure audio has not been muted. The message “MUTE ON” or “FULL MUTE ON” will appear on the on-screen and front panel displays when audio has been muted.
T roubleshooting & Maintenance SDP-5 6-3 The SDP-5 is powered on, but there is no video. 1. Examine the video cables – particularly the S-video cables – to ensure a good connection to the associated component.
Tr oubleshooting & Maintenance JBL Synthesis 6-4 The Mute button must be pressed within 2 seconds of activating the SDP-5. If the message "MUTE ON" appears on the on-screen and front pan.
A Appendix Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Menu T ree . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Zone Audio Performance (continued) Zone 2 Audio Performance Main Zone Audio Performance Audio Input & Output Connectors Appendix JBL Synthesis A-2 SPECIFICA TIONS •8 stereo (RCA) or 5 stereo and one 5.
Component Video Performance Component Video Performance (continued) Other • <3dB • >150MHz Insertion Loss Bandwidth •1 power on/off and 1 programmable connector on detachable screw terminals (+12 VDC, 0.
Appendix JBL Synthesis A-4 DECLARA TION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared: EN55022:1994 + A1:1995 + A2:1997, EN55024:1998, EN61000-3-2: 2000, EN61000-3-3:2000, and EN60065: 1998 Manufacturer: Lexicon, Inc.
TOP CENTER BOTTOM DISPLA Y SETUP ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y FRONT P ANEL DISPLA Y A/V SYNC DELA Y OFF CUSTOM NAME OFF EDIT CUSTOM NAME SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST ANCES LEVELS .
Appendix JBL A-6 Menu T ree (continued from page A-5) Selecting the SETUP menu INPUTS option prompts the selection of the desired input (e.g. DVD1). Selecting an input opens the corresponding INPUT SETUP menu shown below . The parameters on the left side of the INPUT SETUP menus are identical regardless of which input is selected.
Appendix SDP-5 A-7 Selecting an INPUT SETUP menu item opens the corresponding menu shown below . These menus are identical regardless of which input is selected. The DVD1 INPUT SETUP menu is shown at the left as an example. Whenever it appears, any other INPUT SETUP menu shown on the previous page may be substituted.
CENTER SPEAKER FULL 30Hz 40Hz 50Hz 60Hz 70Hz 80Hz THX 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz NONE Appendix JBL A-8 Menu T ree (continued from page A-7) SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST.
Appendix SDP-5 A-9 SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST ANCES LEVELS CALIBRA TION 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz 80Hz L M SUB R C SL SR RL RR MAIN MENU MODE ADJUST AUDIO CON.
Appendix JBL A-10 Menu T ree (continued from page A-9) MODE ADJUST L7 FILM L7 TV L7 MUSIC L7 MUSIC SURR %! PLII + THX %! PLII MOVIE %! PLII MUSIC %! PRO LOGIC dts neo:6 FILM dts neo:6 MUSIC NIGHTCLUB CONCERT HALL CHURCH CA THEDRAL P ANORAMA PA RT Y 2-CHANNEL MONO LOGIC MONO SURROUND MONO 5.
Appendix SDP-5 A-11 MONO SURROUND OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 5.1a BYP ASS OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 2CH BYP ASS NO P ARAMETERS MONO SUB LEVEL +0dB CUSTOM 5.1 MONO SURR OUTPUT LEVELS CUSTOM 5.1 MONO SUB LEVEL +0dB CUSTOM 5.1 THXI RE-EQUALIZER ON SURROUND EX AUTO COMPRESSION OFF LFE MIX +0.
PRESET CUSTOM Appendix JBL A-12 Menu T ree (continued from page A-11) CUSTOM CUSTOM VS PRESET RESET MODE 5 SPKR ENHANCE 5ms to 48.6s AUTO ON OFF ON OFF ACADEMY FIL TER ON OFF P ANORAMA ON OFF RE-EQUALIZER ON OFF AUTO AZIMUTH ON OFF BASS ENHANCE ON OFF BASS RT 0 to 18 CENTER DEPTH CALIBRA TION CUSTOM OUTPUT LEVELS -25 to +5dB CENTER MIX -20.
Appendix SDP-5 A-13 SPEECH DETECT ON OFF -5 to +5dB SURROUND MIX OFF , -30 to +12dB SUB LEVEL 500Hz to 20.0kHz, OFF SURR ROLLOFF 0 to 15ms SURROUND DL Y AUTO ON OFF SURROUND EX +6.
INPUT SETUP DVD1 SA T VCR TV CD TUNER AUX DVD2 Appendix JBL Synthesis A-14 INST ALLA TION WORKSHEET NAME DIGIT AL IN ANALOG IN ANLG IN L VL VIDEO IN COMPONENT IN 2-CH DD D dts-ES MAIN ADV INPUT SELECT.
REAR P ANEL CONFIG SETTINGS SPEAKER SETUP CUSTOM SETUP SYNTHESIS 7CH SETUP SPEAKER DIST ANCES LEVELS CALIBRA TION Appendix SDP-5 A-15 FRONT LEFT/RIGHT SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz SYNTHESIS 7CH 80Hz CENTER SIDE LEFT/RIGHT REAR LEFT/RIGHT SUBWOOFER THX UL TRA2 SUB BGC ASA UNITS CAL NOISE SUB LIMITER SUB LIMIT ADJ .
VOLUME CONTROL SETUP SETTING AUDIO CONTROLS SETTING LOCK OPTIONS SETTING TRIGGER SETUP SETTING DISPLA Y SETUP SETTING Appendix JBL Synthesis A-16 REMOTE ONL Y DVD1 DVD2 SA T VCR TV CD TUNER AUX ZONE2 .
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