CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 1 JBL CINEMA SOUND™ ® CST55, CSB5, CSC55, CSS10 OWNER’S GUIDE
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 2 THANK YOU 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 the recordings you play in your home, car or office. provide every note of 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.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 3 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.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 4 SPEAKER PLACEMENT FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER CHANNEL SPEAKER SUBWOOFER 0–2 ft 0–0.6m SURROUND SPEAKERS † Single surround back speaker may be used with 6.1 receivers and processors. Alternate placement for surround speakers when only 5.1 channels are used; required placement for surround back speakers in 7.1-channel systems. The front speakers should be placed the same distance from each other as they are from the listening position.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 5 WALL-MOUNTING THE CSC55 AND CSB5 The CSC55 center channel and the CSB5 are designed to be mounted on the wall. There are two (2) fixedmount wall brackets provided for the CSC55, and one for the CSB5. Each speaker bracket will require up to three 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.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 6 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS CONNECTION TIPS Separate and strip the ends of the speaker wire 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 to denote the (–) terminal. CST55 CSB5, CSC55 To provide a neater installation, the CST55 allows you to insert the speaker wires through holes in the base.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 7 DOLBY® DIGITAL OR DTS® (OR OTHER DIGITAL SURROUND MODE) CONNECTION frequency effects channel. Connect this jack to the LFE output or subwoofer output on your receiver or amplifier. Connect each speaker to the corresponding speaker terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 8 SUBWOOFER OPERATION Press the Master Power switch (marked “Power” å) to the On position to use the subwoofer. The CSS10 subwoofer will automatically turn on or go into standby (sleep) mode. When your receiver or amplifier is off, or is not sending program material to the subwoofer, the subwoofer will be in standby mode (the LED on the front of the CSS10 will be red). When the subwoofer senses an audio signal, it will automatically turn on (the LED will be green).
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 9 VOLUME Subwoofer Level MIN MAX Subwoofer Level MIN MAX Volume may be adjusted using the Subwoofer Level control ∫, as shown. The Phase control determines whether the subwoofer’s pistonlike action moves in and out in phase with the main speakers or opposite the main speakers. There is no correct or incorrect setting. Proper phase adjustment depends on several variables, such as subwoofer placement and listener position.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 10 TROUBLESHOOTING If there is no sound from any of the speakers: • Check that receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing. • Check that the powered subwoofer is plugged in and is turned on (Power switch å pushed in). • Check all wires and connections between receiver/ amplifier and speakers. Make sure all wires are connected. Make sure none of the speaker wires are frayed, cut or punctured, or touching each other. • Review proper operation of your receiver/amplifier.
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 11 SPECIFICATIONS System CSC55 Frequency Response 27Hz – 30kHz (–6dB) Maximum Recommended Amplifier Power 150 Watts* Power Handling 50W continuous/300W peak Frequency Response 55Hz – 30kHz (–6dB) Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms Sensitivity 90dB @ 1 watt/1 meter Tweeter 3/4" (19mm) Titanium-laminate dome, video-shielded Woofers Dual 5" (130mm) transducers with PolyPlas™ cones, neodymium magnets and HeatScape™ motor structure, video-shielded Dimensions (H x W x D) (including wall-mo
CS OM 5/16/06 9:24 AM Page 12 CSS10 (230V only) Declaration of Conformity We, Harman Consumer Group International 2, route de Tours 72500 Château 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 International Château du Loir, France 5/06 CSB5, CSC55, CST55 Declaration of Conf
