Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product HTI88 JBL
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HTI88 HOME THEA TER IN-W ALL SERIES OWNER’S GUIDE ® HTI88 OM 4/19/05 4:43 PM Page 3.
INCLUDED THANK Y OU FOR CHOOSING JBL For more than 50 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of music and film r ecording and reproduction, from live performances to monitoring the recordings you play in your home, car or office.
3 SPEAKER PLACEMENT Low-frequency sounds are normally omnidirectional, meaning the listener can’t tell where they are generated from. However , frequencies between 75Hz and 150Hz can be local- ized, especially at higher vol- ume levels.
Speakers and electronics have corresponding (+) and (–) termi- nals. Most manufacturers of speakers and electronics, including JBL, use red to denote the (+) terminal and black for the (–) terminal.
5 amplifier or your main receiver/ amplifier to power the HTI88, select one of the two con- nection methods that follow . Connection Method #1 Use this method when you are using the HTI88 with your main receiver/amplifier .
6 the high-passed signal to the speaker -level outputs for connection to the satellite speakers. NOTE: When using Connection Method #1 with only one HTI88, the shorting straps must be removed.
7 Phillips-head #2 screwdriver Measuring tape Utility knife Pencil Carpenter’ s level Awl T ools Needed The JBL HTI Series in-wall speakers were designed to be easily installed. However , if you are unsure of your ability to properly install these loud - speakers, please contact your dealer or a qualified installer .
8 HTI88 EXISTING CONSTRUCTION The grille is packed separately from the speaker . If at some later date you wish to remove the grille from the speaker , to avoid scratching the grille or baffle you may unfold a paper clip, insert the straight end through one of the holes in the grille, and gently pull up.
NEW CONSTRUCTION Y ou may either purchase the optional HTI88 back box kit, or you may install the speaker after the wallboard has been installed by following the i nstructions for existing construction on page 8. INSTRUCTIONS FOR INST ALLING THE HTI88 USING THE HTI88BB BACK BOX KIT The HTI88BB enclosure (“back box”) is optional.
10 P AINTING THE SPEAKER FRAME AND GRILLE JBL HTI Series loudspeakers can be painted to match any décor . If you wish to change their color , the satin finish on the grille and frame will function as a primer coat. Before painting, install the plastic paint shield securely into the recess in the baffle.
TROUBLESHOOTING I f 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 nec tio ns between receiver/amplifier and speakers. Make sure all wires are connected. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut, punctured or touching each other .
DESIGN GOAL: Combine the superior performance of traditional JBL loudspeakers with the convenience of in-wall installation. WOOFER TYPE: Polymer-coated aluminum cone with rubber surround CROSSOVER NET.
An important point after buying a device JBL HTI88 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought JBL HTI88 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data JBL HTI88 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, JBL HTI88 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get JBL HTI88 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of JBL HTI88, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime JBL HTI88.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with JBL HTI88. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device JBL HTI88 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
