Owners Manual LSR305 5" Powered Studio Monitor LSR308 8" Powered Studio Monitor LSR310S 10" Powered Studio Subwoofer
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Section 1: Important Safety Instructions 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 dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Contents Important Safety Instructions...................................................................................... 3 Introduction ..............................................................................................................5-6 Setting Up Your System............................................................................................... 6 What's Included?.................................................................................................... 6 Unpacking...
Section 2: Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of JBL Professional 3 Series Studio Monitors. These studio monitors and Subwoofer meet JBL’s high standards for accuracy and long-term reliability in demanding professional applications. All 3 Series models incorporate JBL Professional transducer and network technologies to provide accurate frequency response, exceptional low frequency extension and high SPL capability.
• Patented Slip Stream Port – The patented JBL low frequency port design works in concert with the 3 Series woofer for accurate bass response at all playback levels. • A detented volume control makes it easy to balance of the LSR310S in your studio monitor system. • Balanced XLR and 1/4" inputs and XLR outputs you can add the LSR310S to any studio monitor system to extend its low frequency performance, or use it as the “.1” LFE Channel in a surround sound system.
LSR310S Subwoofer - The subwoofer weighs 19 kg (42 lbs.) Unpacking the subwoofer does not require you lift the subwoofer. However, you will need to rotate the subwoofer in the carton. If you are unable to perform the following steps without assistance, please request help from another person. • Remove the outer shipping carton, if one exists. • Place the carton on the floor with the bottom facing upward.
Section 4: LSR305 and LSR308 Powered Studio Monitors SUB / LFE CENTER SUB / LFE LEFT RIGHT LEFT MIX POSITION RIGHT MIX POSITION LEFT SURROUND RIGHT SURROUND Audio Connections The 3 Series Speakers are equipped with balanced XLR and 6 mm (¼") TRS inputs for connection to professional computer audio interfaces, mixing consoles and audio production equipment as well as unbalanced consumer audio products including personal music players, consumer audio receivers and audio visual equipment.
Making Sound After connections are made, reduce the output level of the audio source (mixing console, computer recording system, or preamp) to minimum. Set the 3 Series POWER SWITCH to the “ON position.” After a short delay the POWER INDICATOR on the front of each speaker will illuminate and the speakers will be ready to reproduce audio signals. Power-on connected audio equipment, and slowly advance the volume control of connected audio equipment to achieve a suitable listening level.
Section 4: LSR305 and LSR308 Powered Studio Monitors Front View 1 Back View 2 6 3 4 5 7 8 9 Features 1. HIGH FREQUENCY TRANSDUCER (Tweeter) – Reproduces high frequency signals. 2. WAVEGUIDE – The specially designed Image Control Waveguide enhances imaging and optimizes the blend of direct and reflected sound in the room, ensuring neutral sound at the mix position. 3. POWER INDICATOR - Illuminates when power is connected and the POWER SWITCH is set to ON.
Input Panel 10. XLR INPUT – Connect professional equipment using an XLR connector. 11. 6 mm (¼") INPUT - Connect equipment using a 6 mm (¼") balanced or unbalanced connector. 12. INPUT SENSITIVITY SWITCH – Set this switch to +4 dBu to protect from overload when connecting to professional equipment and sources with very high output. 13. LOW FREQUENCY TRIM – Allows boost or attenuation of low frequency output by 2 dB. 14. HIGH FREQUENCY TRIM – Allows boost or attenuation of high frequency output by 2 dB.
Section 5: LSR310S Powered Studio Subwoofer Front View Back View 4 2 5 1 3 3 Bottom View 1 Features 1. Low Frequency Transducer “Woofer” – Reproduces low frequency signals. 2. Power Indicator – Illuminates when power is connected and the Power Switch is set to ON. 3. Feet - Elevate the subwoofer to prevent acoustic coupling with the floor. 4. Low Frequency Port – Works in conjunction with the low frequency transducer to provide accurate low frequency performance. 5.
Input Panel 6. RIGHT and LEFT XLR INPUTS 7. RIGHT and LEFT 6mm (1/4") 8. RIGHT and LEFT XLR OUTPUTS 9. INPUT SENSITIVITY switch – Set this switch to the +4 dBu setting when connecting professional equipment and sources with very high output. NOTE: When the LSR310S is used in a system with LSR305 and LSR308, set the INPUT SENSITIVITY switch on the LSR305 or LSR308 to the -10dBV setting regardless of the LSR310S input sensitivity switch setting. 10.
Setting the Subwoofer Level When the LSR310S Subwoofer is used in a system with LSR305 or LSR308 speakers, the ideal balance is achieved when the position of the volume control on the subwoofer is set to the same position as the volume control on the main speakers. Placement of the speakers in the room can affect the amount of bass heard at the listening position.
External Select this setting when connecting the subwoofer to an external bass management system. When external is selected, XLR left and right outputs are disabled. Surround Sound Systems and LFE The LSR310S Subwoofer can be used to reproduce the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) or .1 channel in a surround sound system. In film production applications, the LFE channel contains low frequency effects, such as the sounds of explosions, and other sounds with a strong low frequency component.
Section 6: System Connections Two Channel Systems LEFT CHANNEL SPEAKER RIGHT CHANNEL SPEAKER subwoofer Mixer 16
surround sound systems left channel speaker Center speaker right channel speaker Subwoofer Computer Audio interface Computer audio system left surround speaker Right surround speaker 17
Section 7: Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting If there is no sound from your speakers, check these settings: • Make sure a signal source is connected and producing sound. • Make sure the POWER INDICATOR is illuminated on the front of the speaker. • Make sure the VOLUME CONTROL is not set to the full counter-clockwise minimum position. • Confirm the power cable is connected and the POWER SWITCH is set to the ON position.
Section 8: Specifications Specifications LSR305 Frequency Range: 43 Hz – 24 kHz Crossover: 1725 Hz 4th order acoustic Linkwitz-Riley Maximum Peak SPL: 108 dB SPL * LSR308 LSR310S 37 Hz - 24 kHz 27 Hz 1800 Hz 4th order acoustic Linkwitz-Riley --- 112 dB SPL * 113 dB ** +6 dBV / +20.3 dBu +6 dBV / +20.
Section 9: JBL Service Contact Information Mailing Address: JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd. Northridge, CA 91329 Shipping Address: JBL Professional 8500 Balboa Blvd., Dock 15 Northridge, CA 91329 (Do not return product to this address without first obtaining prior authorization from JBL) Customer Service: Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Coast Time in the U.S.A. (800) 8JBLPRO (800.852.5776) www.jblproservice.com Product Registration: Register your product online at www.jblpro.
Section 10: Product Warranty Information The JBL Limited Warranty on professional loudspeaker products (except for enclosures) remains in effect for five years from the date of the first consumer purchase. JBL amplifiers are warranted for three years from the date of original purchase. Enclosures and all other JBL products are warranted for two years from the date of original purchase. Who Is Protected By This Warranty? Your JBL Warranty protects the original owner and all subsequent owners so long as: A.
Part Number: Rev 5041835A
