Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SS88IWS JBL
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SS88IWS PERFORMANCE ™ SPECIALIST OWNER’S GUIDE ® SS88IWS OM 10/18/05 11:57 AM Page 3.
INCLUDED THANK Y OU FOR CHOOSING JBL For more than 60 years, JBL has been involved in every aspect of music and film recording 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 using a dedicated subwoofer amplifier or your main receiver/ amplifier to power the SS88IWS, select one of the two connection methods that follow . Connection Method #1 Use this method when you are using the SS88IWS with your main receiver/amplifier .
6 The SS88IWS’ s onboard cross- over feeds the low-passed sig- nal (2nd order at 100Hz) to the SS88IWS subwoofers, and the high-passed signal to the speaker -level outputs for con- nection to the satellite speakers. NOTE: When using Connection Method #1 with only one SS88IWS, 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 Performance Specialist 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 SS88IWS 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 SS88IWSB B kit, or you may install the speaker after the wallboard has been installed by following the instructions for e xisting construction on page 8. INSTRUCTIONS FOR INST ALLING THE SS88IWS USING THE SS88IWSBB BACK BOX KIT The SS88IWSBB enclosure (“back box”) is optional.
10 P AINTING THE SPEAKER FRAME AND GRILLE JBL in-wall 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 If there is no sound f rom any of the s peakers: • Check that receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing. • Check all wires and con ne cti ons 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.
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